Suj and James review all the action from a largely entertaining weekend of football that included West Brom hitting five at Chelsea, a Sunday full of comebacks and West Ham getting into the top 4. And James has activated his wildcard! Will Suj be joining him as the big fixture swing comes in to play for Arsenal, Chelsea, Leicester, Liverpool and Wolves. But 4 of the 5 were beaten at home this weekend... is there still confidence to trust their assets? Plus the players under consideration for all the clubs, Mourinho's 'same coach, different players' quote, the pros and cons of owning Bruno Fernandes and plenty more... ____________________________________________ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/planetfpl Web: www.planetfpl.com Twitter: @PlanetFPLPod (James) / @sujanshah (Suj) Facebook: www.facebook.com/PlanetFPL Instagram: @planetfpl You Tube: www.youtube.com/planetfpl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse open the show with a discussion on the failure of USMYT to qualify for the Olympics (05: 55). The guys then grade US senior’s team and individual performances, including standout Sergino Dest and Gio Reyna’s body language. They look at the rest of the world (51:00) and break down the European World Cup qualifier matches, including the crazy Serbia vs. Portugal ending. They also touch on the lack of VR in international matches, Zlatan Ibrahimović back with Sweden, Luka Modric becoming the most capped Croatian player, and Robert Lewandowski’s injury. The guys then preview some big club matches for the weekend: Bayern Munich vs. RB Leipzig, La Lagia top 3, PSG vs. Lille and Arsenal vs. Liverpool. In #AskAlexi (1:03:04), fans asked about Bob Bradley as a person and how Alexi dealt with injuries. Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road" (1:15:04) where he answers a fan question if the USA’s Men soccer system is broken or just not good enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse open the show with guest Stu Holden to discuss U-23 USMNT’s performance in the CONCACAF Olympic qualifiers (09: 05). The guys then talk about the upcoming friendlies for the senior squad against Jamaica and N. Ireland. Stu gives an insight into his experience being a dual-national, then the guys move to discuss Inter Miami CF’s attempt for success, and David Beckham claims the team can attract the most prominent stars. They look at the rest of the world (42:44) and break down the Champions League draw, UEFA World Cup qualifiers, CONCACAF qualifiers, Top 10 FIFA Men’s World Rankings, and Xabi Alonso coaching at Borussia Monchengladbach. In #AskAlexi (1:09:20), fans ask about Alexi’s trash talk on the field, Men’s and Women’s U-23 rules, and the most “Italian thing” he did while living there. Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road” (1:19:50) on the rising opportunities for soccer media professionals and gives a special shout and best wishes to Ives Galarcep, who is battling COVID-19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse open the show discussing final USMNT’s U-23 Olympic roster and preview match vs. Costa Rica (8:30). The guys then talk about Chris Richard’s goal to win the 2026 World Cup. Yunus Musah picks to represent USA over England, and Orlando City’s decision to reject a $10 million offer for, Daryl Dike, from a top English team. They look at the rest of the world and chat about the Champions League, North London Derby, Cristiano Ronaldo’s future in Italy and breaking Pele’s record (37:10), COVID impact on the state of rivalries games over the weekend, and PSG players’ families held hostage by thieves during the game. They Looked at #AskAlexi, where fans asked about Alexi’s best teammates he wants in a bar fight, Altidore being the number one striker for USMNT, and Meghan and Harry. (1:05:30). Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road” on star players getting benched (1:15:12) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe review weekday matches in the Champions League, Europa League and Premier League focusing on the following:(0:45) Liverpool taking care of business against RB Leipzig to advance to the Champions League Quarter-finals(8:55) A possible changing of the guard as Lionel Messi & Cristiano Ronaldo exit the Champions League while Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland advance. Plus, where will Messi & Ronaldo play next season?(16:15) Manchester United's 1-1 draw with A.C. Milan(21:25) Arsenal finding a way past Olympiacos despite some concerns(30:05) Tottenham's professional victory against Dinamo Zagreb(34:20) A preview of Sunday's North London Derby(36:35) Sergio Aguero's questionable future at Manchester City(40:55) The bizarre relationship between Christian Pulisic & Thomas Tuchel at Chelsea so far

Father Time’s shadow looms over us all on today’s episode of the Ramble, as Cristiano Ronaldo’s quest for glory stuttered once more and Erling Haaland gleefully smashed more records and more opposition defenders. Kate, Andy and Luke look back over last night's Champions League and reflect on the past year of football, with fake crowd noise and bubbles replacing molten pies and unfit linesmen. We also raise a glass to Hammers legend Mark Noble who will hang up the torn, weathered Copa Mundials next season. Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us here: [email protected]. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Suj & James review all the weekend action for Gameweek 27 and it was a difficult weekend for many Fantasy managers. But it wasn't all bad as Bruno Fernandes returned and Harry Kane hauled for the template. The forgotten Gameweek 28 to come is assessed and it could be a good week for the maverick pick with not many standout captaincy options, plus should owners invest in Gareth Bale with the Welshman now in form? James identifies an interesting 4.3 prospect, outstanding Fulham reviewed and there is a deep tactical analysis of how United beat City at The Etihad. ____________________________________________ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/planetfpl Web: www.planetfpl.com Twitter: @PlanetFPLPod (James) / @sujanshah (Suj) Facebook: www.facebook.com/PlanetFPL Instagram: @planetfpl You Tube: www.youtube.com/planetfpl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimbo, James Horncastle, Rafa Honigstein, Julien Laurens and Alvaro Romeo are back ahead of some mouth-watering Champions League second legs. Dortmund prepare for Sevilla by losing a classic Klassiker. Pirlo’s Juventus face a season-defining fixture against Porto. And can Leipzig add to Liverpool’s misery? No Ligue 1 action but the Coupe de France delivers with amateurs beating professionals left and right. Marseille are the highest profile casualties. In Spain, Laporta wins the election at Barcelona, Atletico are pegged back by Real in the derby and Athletic Bilbao are preparing for two cup finals in two weeks. Plus Lewandowski, Cosmi and how we can all be Zlatan. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moment of the weekend (01m 30s) • PART 2a: Juventus v Porto preview (05m 00s) • PART 2b: Der Klassiker & Dortmund v Sevilla preview (13m 00s) • PART 3: Madrid derby draw and a new broom at Barca (24m 30s) • PART 4: Liverpool v Leipzig (33m 30s) • PART 5: Coupe De France craziness (38m 30s) • PART 6a: Zlatan kind of sings with Sinisa (47m 00s) • PART 6b: Europa League preview and your questions (51m 30s) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC FOR £4 A MONTH: • theathletic.com/totally GET IN TOUCH: • follow us on Instagram • find us on Facebook • send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow PARISH NOTICES: • we’re sponsored by Paddy Power - home of the Money Back Special READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE: • check out thetotallyfootballshow.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We look ahead to the Manchester derby with the big question looming – will it be 0-0? Can United step it up from their lacklustre midweek performance at Palace or is Bruno Fernandes knackered? Southampton also look shattered as they lose yet again. Are they being dragged into a relegation fight? Brighton almost certainly are. The Athletic’s Andy Naylor joins us to discuss their ground-breaking goal scoring issues. Plus penalty shoot-outs, pigeons and the problem with wearing stripes. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Is a penalty shootout a win? (01m 30s) • PART 1b: Manchester derby preview (05m 00s) • PART 2: The rest of the midweek PL action (20m 00s) • PART 3a: Brighton’s struggles with Andy Naylor (33m 00s) • PART 3b: West Brom v Newcastle preview (46m 30s) • PART 4: Liverpool v Fulham and the rest of the weekend’s action (49m 30s) • PART 5: The odds with Lee Price from Paddy Power (55m 45s) • PART 6: Women’s Champions League last 16 (58m 00s) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC AND GET 30% OFF: • theathletic.com/totally GET IN TOUCH: • follow us on Instagram • find us on Facebook • send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow PARISH NOTICES: • we’re sponsored by Paddy Power - home of the Money Back Special READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE: • check out thetotallyfootballshow.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Man City make it 19 wins in a row with victory over Monchengladbach. Next up, 4th placed West Ham. Has Pep Guardiola solved football? And is Joao Cancelo a contender for player of the year? Thomas Tuchel continues his unbeaten start as Chelsea manager after beating Atletico. What does Joao Felix make of all of this? Villa revisit Leeds at Elland Road, as do we. Dyche and Mourinho go shopping. Plus we talk Pele, Kasami and the state of non-league. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Cancelo culture (01m 30s) • PART 1b: Atletico 0-1 Chelsea (04m 00s) • PART 1c: Monchengladbach 0-2 Man City (14m 00s) • PART 2: Palace burgle Brighton & Leeds sweep Saints aside (19m 00s) • PART 3a: Man City v West Ham preview (29m 00s) • PART 3b: Chelsea v Man Utd preview (33m 30s) • PART 4: Leeds v Villa, Kasami & the rest of the weekend’s Premier League action (38m 00s) • PART 5: The odds with Lee Price from Paddy Power (50m 30s) • PART 6: Pele and the National League (52m 30s) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC AND GET 30% OFF: • theathletic.com/totally GET IN TOUCH: • follow us on Instagram • find us on Facebook • send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow PARISH NOTICES: • we’re sponsored by Paddy Power - home of the Money Back Special READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE: • check out thetotallyfootballshow.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.