European Competition

Bournemouth fans renew acquaintances with Eddie Howe yet again. A legend at the club, saving them from dropping into non-league and then taking them all the way through the divisions... You can click here to read the full article.

After overcoming Fiorentina over two legs to reach the semi-finals, Crystal Palace will now fancy their chances of going all the way in the Conference League and adding a European trophy to their FA Cup success last season.

Nottingham Forest continue their remarkable Europa League run - but does it only increase the pressure on staying in the Premier League?

Vincenzo Italiano explains his surprising tactical adjustments against Aston Villa, but insists Bologna ‘went beyond...

Italian teams have shone in European competition in recent years. Current Serie A league leaders...

Bayern Munich defender Josip Stanisic is not happy with Real Madrid counterpart Antonio Rudiger, calling his behaviour ‘unacceptable’ after a heated encounter during their Champions League quarter-final second leg. The Croatian defender was involved in a coming together with Rudiger, after claiming a foul. In the first half, Stanisic went down in the build-up to […] The post ‘Let’s see if he’s man enough to admit what he said’ – Josip Stanisic slams Real Madrid defender appeared first on Football España.

While Arsenal may have reached a second consecutive semi-final for the first time in their history, it has not come without scepticism from across Europe.

Oliver Glasner has revealed he would be open to managing in Serie A in the...

Paolo Vanoli has called on his Fiorentina players to cast aside inhibition and play with...

Paolo Vanoli says Fiorentina are doing ‘everything we can’ to recover Moise Kean for a...

It’s no secret that focusing on just one competition can be beneficial to a team when it comes to the cut-throat run-in to any given season. That’s simply common sense. Fewer games mean star players can sit out games of lesser importance in order to be in tip-top condition for those that matter. Never has […] The post Can Atletico Madrid Follow in the Footsteps of These Two Teams That Famously Solely Focused on the Champions League? appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Hansi Flick says Barcelona ‘deserved to be in the semi-final’ following their Champions League elimination against Atletico Madrid. The Blaugrana were trailing 2-0 from the first leg and needed a big comeback on Tuesday to make it to the final four. Lamine Yamal reduced the deficit in the fifth minute when he slid the ball […]

By Martin Graham Julian Alvarez’s journey began in Calchin, a small town in Argentina’s Cordoba province, where his talent quickly set him apart. Nicknamed “La Aranita” by his brother because of his elusive movement on the pitch, he became a local attraction, with opponents eager to see him play. Even at a young age, […]

By Martin Graham Thomas Tuchel may not have another England fixture until the summer, but events in Europe on Thursday would have been encouraging for him. The national side struggled to find the net without Harry Kane in recent friendlies against Uruguay and Japan, exposing the lack of reliable alternatives to the 32-year-old captain […]

Atletico Madrid’s president Enrique Cerezo has shut down transfer interest in star forward Julian Alvarez. Cerezo has stated the Argentine will remain in the capital, not elsewhere in LaLiga …

Bayern Munich and Freiburg's European ties against Spanish opposition in the 2025/26 quarter-finals will be extra important as the Bundesliga look to secure an extra UEFA Champions League qualifying spot for the following season.

With several sides looking to restore some PROPA NAUGHTY ENGLISH PRIDE in the Champions League this week, Marcus, Luke and Jim wrestle with a potentially divisive opening question: should Pep Guardiola’s European record at Man City be seen as a failure? Elsewhere, after Max Dowman’s historic goal for Arsenal at the weekend, Marcus, Luke and Jim reflect on their favourite ‘burst onto the scene’ moments in football history. Plus, is David Raya the best goalkeeper in the world - and has commentary got worse?! Yes, is the answer to both of those. Get your Ramble merch HERE. Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: [email protected]. Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble. ***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic book their place in the Europa League play-off round with a 4–2 home win over Utrecht Martin O’Neill reflects on Celtic’s European progress and the work paying off O’Neill also gives his thoughts on former Hoops striker Robbie Keane’s early coaching success at Ferencváros Nottingham Forest hammer Ferencváros as Sean Dyche reacts to a dominant European night Aston Villa stage a thrilling comeback win as Unai Emery hails a strong group-stage finish Sliding Doors podcast launches Monday, exploring football’s strangest almost-transfers Episode one reveals how Ronaldo nearly swapped Barcelona for Rangers Arne Slot provides injury updates on Jeremie Frimpong and Ibrahima Konaté ahead of Newcastle Premier League managers react to injury concerns, squad sizes, and looming transfer deadline drama Transfer moves, loans, and late-window decisions across the UK — plus a Scottish striker heading to Serie A Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Five of the six English clubs have finished in the top eight of the Champions League league phase, automatically qualifying for the knockout rounds. With many of those same teams struggling domestically this season, why have they been so strong in Europe? Is the physical intensity of the Premier League giving them an edge on the continental stage? Gary, Alan and Micah also react to a chaotic final day of the league phase, as European heavyweights including Real Madrid and PSG fail to secure automatic qualification. The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit fuseenergy.com/football. Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Football. It’s time to take on Gary, Alan and Micah for the chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at the therestisfootball.com https://therestisfootball.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode_description&utm_content=link_cta For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest after both Irish sides get knocked out of Europe, but Evan Ferguson nets a double in Glasgow. Joey O'Brien on the differences between Premier League sides and the League of Ireland. Stephen Bradley on a poor showing in Iceland. Evan Ferguson scores two in Glasgow to down Celtic. Robbie Keane on taking the road less travelled. Arne Slot on the Mo Salah meeting. Mikel Arteta on Arsenal's William Saliba comeback. And the price of tickets for potential World Cup matches for Ireland fans next summer. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Real Madrid have now drawn three straight games in La Liga, and some Madridistas are already calling for Xabi Alonso to be sacked. Is he genuinely under pressure this early in his tenure? Meanwhile, Diego Simeone’s Atlético Madrid have won seven in a row in all competitions. After parts of the fanbase questioned his future just weeks ago, could El Cholo actually turn things around and mount a serious title challenge? Gary & Alex also discuss La Liga clubs losing their grip on European football. English sides have beaten Spanish teams in 10 of the last 11 meetings. Is this the end of an era for La Liga’s dominance in Europe? Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Football. It’s time to take on Gary, Alan and Micah for the chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at: therestisfootball.com https://therestisfootball.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode_description&utm_content=link_cta For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has fall out from both Irish teams in Europe as Shelbourne are beaten by AZ Alkmaar and Shakhtar Donetsk dispatch of Shakhtar Donetsk. Stephen Bradley on a night where Rovers go close against one of Europe's best. The return of Jack Byrne. Joey O'Brien rues missed chances yet again. Paddy Barrett feels that Shels are close. Mark Coyle on a disappointing night. Troy Parrott impressed by Shels' resistance. John Caulfield signs a new deal. Dundalk get their licence. A big night for Martin O'Neill with Celtic. And a World Cup on the island of Ireland? Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest, including Everton's shock win over Manchester United at Old Trafford. David Moyes on the Toffee fighting spirit. Ruben Amorim has fears for last season. Are Arne Slot's days numbered with Liverpool? Finn Azaz kicks on after international duty. Pep puts up a century in Europe for Manchester City. Chelsea and Barcelona clash once again. And Vini Jr to say hasta luego to Real Madrid? Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from the Ireland squad announcement as Heimir Hallgrimsson includes the lesser known Kevin O'Toole in the squad for the very first time whilst there is a positive update on Evan Ferguson. Heimir explains the thought process behind picking O'Toole. Ferguson is back on the grass. Ireland's future stars include a certain Jaden Umeh. Richie Towell is pleased with what he saw from Ireland's young guns. Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers both chase points in Europe. Stephen Bradley is ready for a hostile environment. Martin O'Neill is back in Europe as Celtic manager. And Aston Villa take on Maccabi Tel Aviv in Birmingham. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Stevo is joined as usual by Vinny Perth and Gareth McGlynn for this week's LOI Pod, where they trade memories of the late Ollie Horgan, discuss Shels and Rovers' European runs, and much more! The League of Ireland Pod on Off The Ball with Rockshore 0.0

Stephen Bradley speaks to Nathan Murphy after Shamrock Rovers qualify for the group stages of the European Conference League. The League Of Ireland on Off The Ball with Rockshore

Nathan Murphy and Eoin Sheahan bring you all the evening's football headlines. With Alexander Isak pushing hard to secure a move to Liverpool, what sort of domino effect does that start with strikers? How many more massive moves will we see before the window slams shut? Also, the lads discuss Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers' hopes of making it to the Conference League group stages, as they face Linfield and Santa Clara respectively. with thanks to William Hill

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the fallout from a disappointing European night at Tolka Park for Shelbourne, plus a fallout between Shamrock Rovers' pair Jack Byrne and Stephen Bradley. Joey O'Brien wants his side to take last night's hurt into next week's Euro clash. Robbie Keane's Champions League dream continues. There is a suspected fallout between Stephen Bradley and Jack Byrne. Marcus Rashford gives his two cents on the mess at Manchester United. And is Keith Andrews going to secure a big-money transfer for an Ipswich talent? Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Shelbourne legend, Stuey Byrne, reacts to last night’s heartbreak in Tolka Park alongside Ger Gilroy & Colm Boohig, as Rijeka knocked Shels out of the Europa League qualifiers. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ UPMC Ireland | #GetBackInAction Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join Off The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as St. Patrick's Athletic book a Europa Conference League date with Besiktas. Joe Redmond said it was a mad night. Jake Mulreaney counts his blessings. Stephen Bradley wants to take Shamrock Rovers to the next level. Tiernan Lynch happy to add new faces to his Derry squad. And are Cork City already doomed. And the first bid for Alexander Isak is rejected. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the reaction from the final day of English Premier League action plus build-up to Ireland's Women's Nations League double-header. Virgil van Dijk on the legend that is Alan Hansen. Trent Alexander-Arnold gets his dues from the Liverpool supporters. Unai rages against the PGMOL machine. Amorim feels the good days are coming. Troy Parrott takes AZ back into Europe whilst Robbie Keane wins another league title. Juventus book their Champions League ticket. And after Katie McCabe becomes a Champions League winner, Louise Quinn pays tribute to the Tallaght star. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Meeds is joined by Semms to discuss the current on goings at Chelsea Football Club. After a great run of form since the 2-1 come back against Fulham. Chelsea make it 3 wins from 4 following an impressive 3-1 Win agains the Champions Liverpool. With the season coming to the penultimate weeks, Chelsea seem to be in a good position. The boys discuss all things happening. Topics: Our recent form reviewed. Liverpool slapping. Noni's new drip. Palmer's got his groove back. Newcastle preview. Top 5 race prospects Completing the European set Reminder of European pedigree. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jimbo is joined by Michael Cox, Adrian Clarke and Charlie Eccleshare to discuss the Europa Conference League, Postecoglou's appointment and the Champions League Final. Benji Lanyado joins from Riga airport on his way back from West Ham's historic night in Prague, as the Hammers beat Fiorentina to win the Conference League. Spurs finally land their next manager as Celtic's treble winning Australian Ange Postecoglou is appointed 72 days after Conte was sacked. A look at what's happening in the Saudi Pro League and the Saudi's investment in sport generally with Benzema and Kante headed to the Middle East. And a preview of the Champions League final as Man City face Inzaghi's Inter as they bid to finally win their first Champions League. Produced by Jesse Howard. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: West Ham win the Conference League (02'00) • PART 2: Spurs appoint Postecoglou (17'50) • PART 3a: Transfer deals and Saudi Pro League makes it's play (30'00) • PART 3b: Some transfer roundup (33'00) • PART 4: A Champions League preview (39'00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1.99 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of matchday 1 across European competition, it’s Jimbo, it’s James Horncastle, it’s Raphael Honigstein, it’s Julien Laurens and it’s Alvaro Romeo on the Totally Football Show. PSG face Juventus for the first time in Champions League history. The under-fire Allegri has Juve playing 60s football. And that’s not a good thing. Will Man City run riot against a Sevilla side hovering above the relegation zone in La Liga? Hear why this sorry state of affairs is Monchi’s fault. Plenty of feel-good stories in Germany where Eintracht Frankfurt prepare for their Champions League bow and Freiburg and Union Berlin fly high in the Bundesliga. Will new-look Napoli heap more misery on Liverpool in Naples on Wednesday? There’s plenty of love for Luciano Spalletti. Plus Ben Yedder’s bowels and the Martin Braithwaite redemption story. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moment of the weekend (02.00) • PART 2a: PSG v Juventus preview (09.30) • PART 2b: Spurs v Marseille preview (19.00) • PART 3a: Inter v Bayern preview and Frankfurt prepare for UCL bow (22.30) • PART 3b: Freiburg top the Bundesliga (30.00) • PART 4a: How to keep up with the wealth of the Premier League (34.00) • PART 4b: Napoli v Liverpool preview (41.00) • PART 4c: Udinese smash Roma in La Liga (45.00) • PART 5: Barca smash Sevilla in La Liga (50.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR THE FIRST 6 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sky Sports News’ North West reporter James Cooper joins Jasper Taylor to look back on the unprecedented protests which saw fans force their way into Old Trafford, onto the pitch and led to the postponement of the biggest game in English football – Manchester United vs Liverpool. Cooper offers his eye-witness account of how events unfolded and assesses the impact they will have on the Glazer family’s ownership after 16 fractious years in control of the club. Sky Sports News’ Manchester City correspondent Ben Ransom analyses how United’s cross-city rivals have enjoyed a more fruitful relationship with the club’s owners and, with the help of Sky Sports features writer Adam Bate, looks ahead to a pivotal week in Europe where City and Chelsea bid to reach the Champions League final, before United and Arsenal hope to follow in their footsteps and reach the Europa League showpiece. PART 1 – Protests at Old Trafford cause Man Utd vs Liverpool to be postponed | James Cooper’s account | What next for the Glazers at Man Utd? PART 2 – What’s the feeling towards the Man City owners? | What have they done differently? | Will the Glazers sell Man Utd? PART 3 – Champions League and Europa League preview | How will Man City, Chelsea, Man Utd and Arsenal fare? | Who will a trophy mean more too? Listen to every episode of the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast here: skysports.com/sky-sports-premier-league-podcast You can listen to the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/premier-league For advertising opportunities email: [email protected]

United progress to the semi’s after extra time despite an incredible performance from the Copenhagen keeper. But are the likes of Rashford and Fernandes flagging?Inter join them in the last 4, dispatching Leverkusen with more comfort than the score line suggests. Did they finally put in a performance that Antonio Conte can be proud of? And is Lukaku the leader of this team?We preview Wolves and their biggest European game for 48 years. Do they have a chance against Sevilla? Plus Atletico’s positive coronavirus tests, Sancho, and oily legs.RUNNING ORDER• PART 1: Man Utd 1-0 Copenhagen (02m 00s)• PART 2: Inter 2-1 Leverkusen with James Horncastle (08m 30s) • PART 3: Wolves v Sevilla preview & the Atletico Covid cases with Alvaro Romeo (18m 30s)• PART 4: The odds with Lee Price from Paddy Power (30m 00s)• PART 5: Shakhtar v Basel preview (31m 00s)GET IN TOUCH:• follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/totallyfootballshow/)• find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thetotallyfootballshow/)• send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow (http://www.twitter.com/thetotallyshow) PARISH NOTICES:• we’re sponsored by Paddy Power - home of the Money Back Special (http://www.paddypower.com/) READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE:• check out thetotallyfootballshow.com (http://thetotallyfootballshow.com/) . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manchester City sweep aside Real Madrid in possibly their biggest European statement yet. Alvaro Romeo assesses whether Real need a revamp to become a Champions League force againDuncan Alexander, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle watch Juventus crash out to Lyon on away goals. Do the Old Lady rely on Ronaldo too much? And is Maurizio Sarri on borrowed time?Rafa Honigstein is in Munich where Bayern are looking to avoid another miraculous Chelsea performance in their backyard.Plus why Barca need to turn to the new blood and why Pixar need to pull their finger out.RUNNING ORDER• PART 1: Man City 2-1 Real Madrid (02m 30s)• PART 2: Lyon knock Juventus out with Julien Laurens & James Horncastle (11m 00s) • PART 3: Bayern Munich v Chelsea preview with Raphael Honigstein (21m 00s)• PART 4: The odds with Lee Price from Paddy Power (28m 00s)• PART 5: Barcelona v Napoli preview (29m 30s)GET IN TOUCH:• follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/totallyfootballshow/)• find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thetotallyfootballshow/)• send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow (http://www.twitter.com/thetotallyshow) PARISH NOTICES:• we’re sponsored by Paddy Power - home of the Money Back Special (http://www.paddypower.com/) READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE:• check out thetotallyfootballshow.com (http://thetotallyfootballshow.com/) . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liverpool and Tottenham are both undone in Europe, both posing very little goal threat. The same can’t be said of Erling Haaland at Dortmund. Just how good can he be? And how far can Atalanta go?There’s a huge game at Stamford Bridge in the race for the top 4. But we tell you why Arsenal are the team to tip for Champions League football.Plus Wenger’s offside rule, Barca bag Braithwaite and how helium works.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Atletico 1-0 Liverpool (01m 00s) • PART 2: Tottenham 0-1 Leipzig (08m 00s)• PART 3: Dortmund 2-1 PSG & Atalanta 4-1 Valencia (16m 30s)• PART 4a: Chelsea v Tottenham, Man Utd v Watford & Leicester v Man City previews (30m 30s)• PART 4b: The rest of the Premier League action (45m 00s)• PART 5: The odds with Lee Price from Paddy Power (57m 45s) • PART 6: Wenger’s offside rule and controversy at Barcelona (60m 00s) GET IN TOUCH:• follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/totallyfootballshow/)• find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thetotallyfootballshow/)• send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow (http://www.twitter.com/thetotallyshow) PARISH NOTICES:• we’re sponsored by Paddy Power - home of the Money Back Special (http://www.paddypower.com/) READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE:• check out thetotallyfootballshow.com (http://thetotallyfootballshow.com/) . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clubs outside of the ‘top six’ repeatedly struggle to balance Europe and league This season, Wolves are the latest Leicester...

The good times continue for Man United as they make history in Europe by enjoyably mugging off PSG while their largely injured squad watched on from the sidelines (and internet). And, as well as looking back, we look forward to their trip to the Emirates, Crystal Palace and Brighton locking beaks in what may now become known as The Delayed Derby, while Neil Warnock tries to get in Southampton heads. Off the pitch, Robert Snodgrass has a lot of explaining to do, we learn that as well as a David Beckham statue there’s a David Beckham temple, and Ramble Baker Steve Hobbs makes a welcome return, with news of an opportunity. This show is sponsored by bet365 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 iTunes 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!*** Further reading: Crystal Palace and Brighton’s rivalry explained: https://www.theguardian.com/football/football-league-blog/2011/sep/27/brighton-crystal-palace-rivalry How the current rules on handball is applied: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/47471380 Just some Man United legends having a nice time: https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/european/ole-gunnar-solskjaer-man-utd-psg-vs-manchester-united-champions-league-sir-alex-ferguson-eric-a8811601.html The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a short break, the team's back together! Still giddy from France's World Cup win, Kris, Rich, Phil and Jez mostly ignore the title 'race' to talk through who could make it to Europe, and which teams could be in trouble. They discuss the transfer market so far, bitch about TV coverage, and answer your questions along the way.