MNC: Palace thrashed 5-0 & trouble in the North East

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Radio 5 Live,·19 Oct 2026,·42 mins

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Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Steph Houghton on this week's Monday Night Club. The team discuss Crystal Palace's 5-0 loss against rivals Brighton on Sunday with Palace fan Dan Cook. To what extent is Pierre Sage to blame, has he been let down by a lack of signings and who could replace him if he leaves the club? Then, what's behind Nottingham Forest's lack of goals under Oliver Glasner? And it's troubled times in the North East! Matthias Jaissle has come under criticism for bringing Dan Burn on to play up front during Newcastle's 1-0 loss at home to Aston Villa. And can Regis Le Bris turn Sunderland's fortunes around? Timecodes: 01:00 - Crystal Palace's 5-0 loss v Brighton 12:30 - Why can't Forest score? 22:00 - Cause for concern for Newcastle fans? 30:00 - Wiegman's new contract & Ronaldo's fine 34:30 - Can Le Bris turn Sunderland around?