Football Identity

Jon Mackenzie and Alex Barker are joined by Tom Williams to explore “modern” French football through the narrative of Va Va Voom, Tom’s new book… What prompted Tom to write the book? What was his process? What is the “modern history” of French football? Is Paris Saint-Germain good or bad for French football? What impact did financial crisis have on the league and its identity? Va-Va-Voom: The Modern History of French Football This episode of the Tifo Football Podcast is presented by Jon Mackenzie and Alex Barker, produced by Mike Zimmermann. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ayo Akinwolere is alongside The Athletic's Adam Crafton and Carl Anka to reflect on Manchester United's 3-1 humbling defeat at the hands of Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday at Old Trafford. The panel not only analyse where things went wrong on the pitch for United, but also the difference in infrastructure and preparation behind the scenes at both clubs with Brighton set for the start of their first-ever European campaign this week. How both clubs are set up for, and approach the transfer window, football identities within their squads as well as the respective roles of Erik Ten Hag and Roberto De Zerbi are also debated. Produced by Guy Clarke Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.