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Robbie Mustoe & Robbie Earle recap the mid-week matches in the Premier League & Champions League discussing the following: (0:50) Liverpool move within 3 points of league leaders Manchester City. (14:49) Burnley earn 3 important points at Turf Moor. Antonio Conte questions if he’s the right person for Spurs. (29:57) Arsenal come from behind to win vital match against Wolves in race for top-4. (36:49) Crystal Palace dominant over Roy Hodgson’s Watford (39:29) Anthony Elanga saves Man United as they go level with Atletico Madrid in the tie. (41:47) Romelu Lukaku benched as Chelsea score 2 past Lille at Stamford Bridge.

Musa and Ryan chat about this week’s Champions League ties, focusing on Atlético Madrid and Manchester United’s draw at the Wanda (05:26), before touching on Benfica and Ajax’s draw in Lisbon (25:32), Chelsea’s win over Lille (30:15), and Villarreal rescuing a draw against Juventus. Then, they round up Wednesday’s Premier League results (39:04) and finish with England’s win over Germany to clinch the Arnold Clark Cup (51:17). Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn Producer: Ryan Hunn Additional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo is alongside Rory Smith, Carl Anka and Duncan Alexander to cast an eye over the footballing landscape this week. A bad performance but a good result as Man United draw at Atletico. Hear why they need to calm down and Elanga needs to start. The League Cup final between Chelsea and Liverpool looms this weekend, with Tuchel’s weird Lukaku situation and Liverpool having hammered Leeds 6-0. Can Liverpool actually overtake Man City in the title race or is that easier said than done? Tottenham and Conte come crashing down to Earth with defeat at Turf Moor. The Athletic’s Andy Jones tells us how Burnley got back on track. Plus painter-decorator Keith Houchen, Juve’s 20s strike force and vote Weghorst. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Football’s pursuit of power (01m 00s) • PART 1b: Atletico Madrid 1-1 Man Utd preview (04m 00s) • PART 2a: The rest of the Champions League midweek(17m 00s) • PART 2b: Chelsea v Liverpool preview (27m 00s) • PART 3: Burnley 1-0 Spurs with Andy Jones (40m 00s) • PART 4: The weekend’s Premier League fixtures (50m 00s) • PART 5: Inter Totally Cup – Clarke v Lanyado (60m 00s) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR THE FIRST 6 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally GET IN TOUCH: • follow us on Instagram • find us on Facebook • send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE: • check out thetotallyfootballshow.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yesterday reminded us we should enjoy Conor Gallagher's sumptuous touch and finish while we can. Before he returns to sit on the Chelsea bench, anyway. Jules, Vish and Andy recap a whole host of midweek football as Liverpool smash Leeds to pieces and Antonio Conte eyes the door at Tottenham. Atlético Madrid also put up a good fight against Man United in the first leg of the Disaster Derby, even if Cristiano Ronaldo was 35 minutes behind each counterattack. Tweet us @FootballRamble 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. No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rog and Rory return in our new pod series digging into the history of Champions League ties. Today, the big story is Atletico Madrid, the social history surrounding the club, the mythical Diego Simeone, and more (6:24). Then, an examination of the Lille model that has seen their players become transfer centerpieces time and again and led them to a Ligue 1 title in 2021 before it all fell apart (27:44). A quick look at Rangers and their journey from the lowest of the low to beating Dortmund last week in the first leg of the Europa League (39:09), and finally the football story of the year: Bodø/Glimt (48:34). This podcast is presented by Paramount+. Sign up now at paramountplus.com/mib See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Morayo is joined by Disu, Stevie and Rodney. They look back at the entertaining 4-2 win over Leeds, look ahead to the Champions League Round of 16 First Leg vs Atletico Madrid, listeners questions and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimbo welcomes James Horncastle, Julien Laurens and Alvaro Romeo back into the pod ahead of another huge midweek of competition. Atletico face Man United in the Champions League after a good weekend win but a pretty wretched 2 months. Lille travel to Stamford Bridge with Jonathan David looking to impress some potential suitors. And Dusan Vlahovic makes his Champions League debut for Juve at Villarreal. Napoli host Barcelona in the Europa League after a handsome win at Valencia where Aubameyang and “best in the world” Pedri shine. But can Ferran Torres live up to his superstar signing status? Dortmund lose to Rangers and then hammer Monchengladbach 6-0. Christoph Biermann struggles to get his head around this team. PSG are defeated at Nantes as efforts to keep Kylian Mbappe intensify. Plus in Serie A, nobody wants to win the title as Milan and Inter slip up. And we show some love to the human highlight reel Fabio Quagliarella. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Rollercoaster week for PSG (01m 00s) • PART 1b: Moment of the weekend (07m 00s) • PART 2a: Atletico Madrid v Man Utd preview (13m 00s) • PART 2b: Villarreal v Juventus preview (19m 30s) • PART 2c: Chelsea v Lille preview (24m 30s) • PART 3a: Dortmund get ready for Rangers with Christoph Biermann (30m 00s) • PART 3b: Napoli v Barcelona and other Europa League highlights (39m 00s) • PART 4: Real Madrid cruising while the Milan clubs slip up (50m 00s) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR THE FIRST 6 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally GET IN TOUCH: • follow us on Instagram • find us on Facebook • send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE: • check out thetotallyfootballshow.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Adam Leventhal & Adam Crafton take you inside the biggest Premier League stories and look ahead to this week's action in the Champions League. Our Manchester City writer Sam Lee shares his thoughts on a potential title race after he witnessed a Harry Kane masterclass & details how City have been doing just fine without a striker even after dropping points at the weekend. Are Wolves mounting a charge for a Champions League spot? The Athletic's Tim Spiers details how the club he covers are ‘evolving at pace’ And we’ll look ahead to this week’s action in the Champions League with a focus on Atletico Madrid who face Manchester United with The Athletic’s Spanish writer Dermot Corrigan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the AZ Soccer Sharps, a disappointing Matchweek 27 show masked what was actually a brilliant midweek Champions League show. Devin and Jordan went 2-0 with their Official Champs League Plays, and they look to carry that form into the second week of Round of 16 First Leg fixtures. Matches discussed: - Chelsea v Lille - Villarreal v Juventus - Atletico Madrid v Manchester United - Benfica v Ajax For additional leans and last-minute plays, JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER; it's the best way to ensure you don't miss anything from us. Invite link: https://discord.gg/4jTTHXd7THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! If you're making money with our advice, please consider taking a moment to leave us a 5-Star review wherever you're listening to our show. It really helps us out!We appreciate your help in growing this podcast. We want as many people as possible to be making money with us, so please share our episodes!JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/4jTTHXd7FOLLOW US:Twitter: @AzSoccerSharps Instagram: @AZ.Soccer.SharpsCURRENT SEASON P&L SPREADSHEET:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-FVpgfYgkMf1QcoPqyVP_lxhUuO5yPBPUvYQQSMT7AY/edit?usp=sharingLAST SEASON'S P&L: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DOrIFuEYI1XWvgwWpH9qgXHg64Ypte_JTsmspRgXwHQ/edit?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Sharps went 4-2 with their Official Plays on the Matchweek 24 show, which was a nice way to go into the International Break. Since then, Devin and Jordan have been desperately waiting for the return of European club soccer. So to welcome it's return, the brothers have prepared 5 Official Plays for matches across Serie A, Bundesliga, and La Liga. Matches discussed: - Inter Milan v AC Milan - Bayern Munich v RB Leipzig - BvB Dortmund v Bayer Leverkusen - Barcelona v Atletico Madrid For additional leans and last-minute plays, JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER; it's the best way to ensure you don't miss anything from us. Invite link: https://discord.gg/4jTTHXd7Thank you for listening! If you're making money with our advice, please consider taking a moment to leave us a 5-Star review wherever you're listening to our show. It really helps us out!We appreciate your help in growing this podcast. We want as many people as possible to be making money with us, so please share our episodes!JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/4jTTHXd7FOLLOW US:Twitter: @AzSoccerSharps Instagram: @AZ.Soccer.SharpsCURRENT SEASON P&L SPREADSHEET:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-FVpgfYgkMf1QcoPqyVP_lxhUuO5yPBPUvYQQSMT7AY/edit?usp=sharingLAST SEASON'S P&L: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DOrIFuEYI1XWvgwWpH9qgXHg64Ypte_JTsmspRgXwHQ/edit?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Euro crew of Jimbo, James Horncastle, Julien Laurens and Alvaro Romeo assemble after another dramatic weekend across the continent. Real Madrid, Sevilla and Atletico Madrid all come from 2-0 down to salvage something in La Liga. But can Ousmane Dembele salvage his career after Barca tell him he’s no longer welcome at Camp Nou? There’s a top of the table clash in the Netherlands as leaders PSV took on the inexplicably not leaders Ajax. Yordi Yamali has more. Lionel Messi returns for PSG but it’s Marco Verratti who turns goalscorer supreme in their 4-0 win over Reims. And why won’t Poch play the kids? Thiago Motta is earning his managerial stripes as Spezia go from strength to strength in Serie A. And Super Mario Balotelli is back with the Azzurri. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moment of the weekend (01m 30s) • PART 2: A weekend of comebacks in La Liga (05m 00s) • PART 3: Ligue 1 – Messi returns for PSG (19m 00s) • PART 4a: Bundesliga bulletin (31m 00s) • PART 4b: PSV 1-2 Ajax with Yordi Yamali (32m 00s) • PART 5: Motta flying at Spezia and Balotelli back with the Azzurri (38m 00s) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR 33% OFF THE PRICE OF AN ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION • theathletic.com/totally GET IN TOUCH: • follow us on Instagram • find us on Facebook • send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE: • check out thetotallyfootballshow.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Musa and Ryan begin this week in Madrid, where Atlético Madrid came from two goals down to secure a late, dramatic win over Valencia at the Wanda, and ask whether Diego Simeone’s side really need to suffer this much (07:23). There’s also chat about Sevilla, Real Madrid, and Betis making up the rest of the top four (19:32) and Barcelona’s win in the Women’s Spanish Super Cup. Next up, it’s to the Premier League, which saw results that affect things at the top and bottom of the table, drones, and yet more bizarre VAR calls (24:44). Finally, there’s some Bundesliga chat as Wolfsburg continue to struggle (48:38), a discussion of how the entire top half could win the 2. Bundesliga, and even more goals for Tammy Abraham in Serie A (52:14). Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn Producer: Ryan Hunn Additional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*** Link to join our new Discord server: https://discord.gg/4jTTHXd7 ***After a bit of a rough December due to some wacky results across the EPL's Festive Fixtures schedule, Jordan and Devin are happy to have welcomed in a new month and new year! January is already looking like a return to form for the Sharps, and even though the Premier League is on break this weekend, the brothers were able to dig up 6 Official Plays for Bundesliga, La Liga, and Serie A. Matches discussed: - RB Leipzig v FSV Mainz - Eintracht Frankfurt v Borussia Dortmund - Villarreal v Atletico Madrid - Venezia v AC Milan - Napoli v SampdoriaThank you for listening! If you're making money with our advice, please consider taking a moment to leave us a 5-Star review wherever you're listening to our show. It really helps us out!We appreciate your help in growing this podcast. We want as many people as possible to be making money with us, so please share our episodes!JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/4jTTHXd7FOLLOW US:Twitter: @AzSoccerSharps Instagram: @AZ.Soccer.SharpsCURRENT SEASON P&L SPREADSHEET:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-FVpgfYgkMf1QcoPqyVP_lxhUuO5yPBPUvYQQSMT7AY/edit?usp=sharingLAST SEASON'S P&L: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DOrIFuEYI1XWvgwWpH9qgXHg64Ypte_JTsmspRgXwHQ/edit?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe recap the key storylines from the final round of the group stages in the 2021-22 Champions League.

Some say the Champions League group stages are boring. We say look at Porto vs Atlético’s three red cards in ten minutes and try telling us that isn’t world class entertainment. Jules, Andy and Jim drink in last night’s action as Man City get a surprise in Leipzig. We also look over the fan review recommendations that’s getting Premier League bosses all hot and bothered, Jules gets a valuable lesson in sayings, and there’s bad news for Lionel Messi’s hotel in Spain. Tweet us @Football Ramble 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. No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexi and Mosse start the show with a recap of MLS Decision Day (8:40), covering each of the teams that made or missed the playoffs, including losses by LAFC and the Galaxy. They preview the USMNT's upcoming World Cup qualifying match against Mexico (39:20), discussing Pulisic's return from injury and Berhalter's roster choices. They then take a trip around the world to cover Manchester United vs. Manchester City, Atletico Madrid's defensive struggles, Lewandowski becoming the top scorer in Champions League, and much more (58:49). In #AskAlexi (1:19:58), Alexi & Mosse debate whether Norwich could come to the MLS and dominate, why people hate coaches, and Alexi's hockey career. In One for the Road, Alexi says goodbye to retiring USMNT and MLS legend Chris Wondolowski (1:31:17). Call ‪(657) 549-2297 and leave a message to have your #AskAlexi question featured on a future episode! Listen & subscribe to more FOX Sports podcasts: http://sprtspod.fox/applepodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe recap the key stories from Match Day 4 in the Champions League, Antonio Conte in as head coach at Tottenham and Unai Emery's decision to turn down Newcastle United and remain at Villarreal.

Ste and Errol give you their immediate thoughts on the 2-0 win against Atletico Madrid at Anfield in the Premier League which sends them through the group stages thanks to goals from Jota and Mane on the night! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another episode of Kop End Fracas (Powered by Touchline Media Group), your favourite independent LFC podcast! This week Krish is joined by Julian and Mark, to talk about everything Liverpool Football Club. In this episode they discuss: - The 2-2 draw against Brighton - The midfield conundrum - Maintaining leads - Atletico Madrid Preview And much more! Be sure to follow us on Twitter to keep up to date with all the latest LFC and KEF news - https://twitter.com/kopendfracas Love what you hear? Want more Kop End Fracas content? Then gain exclusive content and perks by subscribing to our Patreon, today! - https://patreon.com/kopendfracas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do Liverpool Have Midfield Issues? | The Redmen TV Podcast Get your free month of Redmen Plus using the code 'REDMENPLUS' at http://bit.ly/REDMENTVPLUS Paul, Sam and Ste are here with this week's Podcast, where we put to bed Saturday's 2-2 draw with Brighton, look ahead to Wednesday's Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid and ask whether Liverpool should have gone into the season with more depth in midfield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul, Ste & Ross are here with the build up show as Liverpool prepare to face Atletico Madrid at Anfield in the Champions League on Wednesday night. 3 points will send The Reds through to the last 16, do you think they'll do it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a week of Champions League! Musa and Ryan begin at the Wanda, which saw an epic game play out between Atlético Madrid and Liverpool (04:26), and discuss Ajax turning it on against Dortmund, a weird game between PSG and RB Leipzig (18:56), and a roundup of the rest of Tuesday’s action (25:58). After a quick shout-out to Leicester City and Patson Daka (28:40), it’s on to another thriller at Old Trafford, where Manchester United completed a late comeback to beat Atalanta and go top of the group, having been bottom at halftime, plus wins for Villarreal, Bayern, and Chelsea, and a roundup of the rest of Wednesday’s games (44:39). Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn Producer: Ryan Hunn Additional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another episode of Kop End Fracas (Powered by Touchline Media Group), your favourite independent LFC podcast! This week Krish is joined by Faruk, Anik and Peter to discuss everything in the world of Liverpool Football Club. In this episode they discuss: - Instant Post Match Reaction to our win over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League - Alisson Beckers Performance - Midfield Set Up - Faruk vs Anik - This time, It’s Personal! - Brief Preview of Our Upcoming Game Against Manchester United And much more! Be sure to follow us on Twitter to keep up to date with all the latest LFC and KEF news - https://twitter.com/kopendfracas Love what you hear? Want more Kop End Fracas content? Then gain exclusive content and perks by subscribing to our Patreon, today! - patreon.com/kopendfracas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Paul, Ross and Jay preview the massive game in the Champions League against Atletico Madrid as the Reds try to stay top in the group stage table! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beaten 3-0 by Bayern Munich & Benfica in the Champions League and defeated by Atletico Madrid in La Liga at the weekend, Suj & James attempt to conclude if Barcelona are at their lowest ebb, or could the situation get worse yet? Discussion on the Podcast includes Barca's dire financial situation, what could reverse the problem, the loss of superstar Lionel Messi, the failed attempts to make money during the transfer window, bizarre signings, La Liga's strict wage cap and why Ronald Koeman is still manager... Join our Planet FPL mini league, the winner will be invited on to a Planet FPL Podcast next summer! The code is d7mmxw or you can auto join at the link below https://fantasy.premierleague.com/leagues/auto-join/d7mmxw Coming up on Planet FPL on Wednesday - Planet SkyFF s3 ep9 with all the latest for Sky Fantasy Football ____________________________________________ Want to become a member of our FPL community? Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/planetfpl Follow James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlanetFPLPod Follow Suj on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sujanshah Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/planetfpl Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planetfpl Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8043oOKTB4uP8Nq15Kz6bg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Musa and Ryan begin with the story that rocked the NWSL: Paul Riley was fired by the North Carolina Courage after former players said that he sexually coerced them dating back to 2010, with NWSL commissioner Lisa Baird and general counsel Lisa Levine also leaving their posts (07:53). Then, it’s on to three special games this weekend, starting with an epic battle at Anfield between Liverpool and Manchester City (15:12), a vintage Atlético Madrid performance over Barcelona at the Wanda Metropolitano (35:13), and Eintracht Frankfurt’s first win at Bayern in 21 years (51:58). There’s also a roundup of some other key results in the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, and Ligue 1, where Rennes halted PSG’s 100 percent start to the season with a 2-0 victory. Host: Ryan Hunn and Musa Okwonga Producer: Ryan Hunn Additional Production Assistance: Elisheva Wimberly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While not quite as embarrassing as CR7 ripping his shirt off in a group stage match, it is nevertheless embarrassing for the AZ Soccer Sharps to be coming off their first losing week of the season. However, The Sharps are confident that their 7 Official Plays for Matchweek 7 will bring them back to winning ways!Matches discussed: - Manchester United v Everton - Leeds United v Watford - Wolves v Newcastle United - Atletico Madrid v Barcelona - Liverpool v Manchester City - AS Roma v Empoli - Atalanta v AC MilanThank you for listening! If you're making money with our advice, please consider taking a moment to leave us a 5-Star review wherever you're listening to our show. It really helps us out!We appreciate your help in growing this podcast. We want as many people as possible to be making money with us, so please share our episodes!Follow us:Twitter: @AzSoccerSharps Instagram: @AZ.Soccer.SharpsCURRENT SEASON P&L SPREADSHEET:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-FVpgfYgkMf1QcoPqyVP_lxhUuO5yPBPUvYQQSMT7AY/edit?usp=sharingLAST SEASON'S P&L: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1DOrIFuEYI1XWvgwWpH9qgXHg64Ypte_JTsmspRgXwHQ/edit?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Musa and Ryan are back to talk about another hectic round of Champions League games, but before they do, there’s a quick shout for the Women’s FA Cup, which resumed midweek (05:12). Then it’s on to the men’s top competition, beginning with Liverpool’s calm dispatch of Porto and a late penalty for Atlético Madrid to beat Milan at San Siro (07:45), more woe for Barcelona (11:40), and PSG’s win over Manchester City (22:04). Plus, Manchester United left it late against Villarreal (29:58), penalties galore in Group G (35:31), Juventus shutting up shop against Chelsea (36:31), and Sheriff raiding the Bernabéu (39:15). Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn Producer: Ryan Hunn Additional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Musa and Ryan begin in Germany this week, with arguably the game of the weekend taking place in the Bundesliga, as Dortmund were victorious over Bayer Leverkusen in a seven-goal thriller (05:17), as well as Bayern’s win in Leipzig to continue a tricky start for Jesse Marsch (19:17) and first wins of the season for Gladbach and Hertha (23:00). Next up, it’s the Premier League, with a huge win for Crystal Palace ending Spurs’ 100 percent record (24:50), Manchester United’s win over Newcastle United (35:44), plus a win for Chelsea and some other Premier League results. José Mourinho’s Roma side delivered a stoppage-time winner as a present for his 1,000th match in charge (44:24) as they sit atop of Serie A, Real Madrid returned to the Bernabéu (49:27), and Atlético Madrid left the work for late—99 minutes, in fact—to defeat Espanyol, and more! Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn Producer: Ryan Hunn Additional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Musa on the road with Wrighty, he and Ryan recorded on Wednesday, reflecting on some key transfer deadline day deals, beginning with the loan deals that saw Antoine Griezmann return to Atlético Madrid, Saul Niguéz head to Chelsea, and Luuk de Jong arrive at Barcelona (04:40). There’s also chat about Hector Bellerin’s loan to Real Betis with another right back, Takehiro Tomiyasu, going to Arsenal from Bologna (17:45), Liverpool’s window (26:24), and the Premier League’s financial dominance during this window (30:00). They touch on Marcel Sabitzer’s move to Bayern (32:50), before looking at one that didn’t happen, albeit not surprisingly, as Kylian Mbappé remains at PSG despite Real Madrid’s very public pursuit (34:12), plus which debuts they’re looking forward to, and more. Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn Producer: Ryan Hunn Additional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dominic King of the Mirror is reporting that "The situation with Jordan Henderson and Liverpool is complicated but there is a very real prospect he could leave this summer. Atletico Madrid and Paris St Germain are watching the situation - and waiting". Paul talks through the repercussions and takes YOUR comments to the potential news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s the final 'Stadio' before the Euros, so Musa and Ryan look back on PSG and Bayern winning the women’s domestic leagues in France and Germany (06:29), Colón winning their first title (12:36), and the USMNT winning the inaugural CONCACAF Nations League, beating Mexico, and what this means for the U.S. (13:56) Then, it’s a Champions League what-if special, where they discuss what would have happened if Borussia Dortmund had won in 2013 (31:58), if Atlético Madrid had won in 2014 (44:47), and if Arsène Wenger, rather than Hansi Flick, had replaced Niko Kovac at Bayern (51:58). Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn Additional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexi and Mosse open the show with a conversation Senior Soccer Editor at Sporting News and former MLS editor-in-chief Simon Borg on all things MLS, USMNT World Cup predictions, and Christian Pulisic’s potential for stardom in the UCL final (04:35). The guys then preview the UEFA Champions League final, talk about Thomas Tuchel’s incredible run with Chelsea and Pep Guardiola’s legacy (42:52). They react to the Premier League’s last crazy match day for UCL qualifications; Atletico Madrid winning La Liga; Lille topping Paris-Saint Germain in League One, Juventus and AC Milan qualifying for UCL. In #AskAlexi (1:20:28), fans call in and ask about Mosse’s best XI Brazil team, covering soccer for a living, Liga MX in Copa Libertadores, and more. Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road,” where he answers a fan’s questions clarifying his stands in the Columbus Crew rebrand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s the 100th 'Stadio' episode since joining Ringer FC and wow, what a weekend. Musa and Ryan chat about Atlético Madrid securing its first league title since 2014 (7:43), Lille’s first Ligue 1 title in 10 years (25:10), Union Berlin’s European qualification, plus some Bundesliga relegation (38:45) and Juventus scraping into the Champions League spots in Serie A (45:20). Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn Additional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexi and Mosse open the show with a discussion with author Steven Mandis, who just released the book “What Happened to the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team? (4:18). The guys then recap MLS headlines that include the Atlanta United’s win in front of 40k fans, FC Cincinnati loses in its stadium debut thanks to Gonzalo Higuaín, Chicharito keeps scoring, and LAFC struggles (20:08). They react to Barcelona losing out on La Liga title, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid final matches, Serie A recap, Juventus’ Champions League hope, Chelsea’s struggles, Leicester City’s becoming an elite team, and Alisson’s heroic goal for Liverpool (47:20). The guys then look at Germany’s top four-fight, Dortmund’s season, American in UCL, and the League One title race. In #AskAlexi, fans ask about a New England Revolution rebrand and thoughts on Tim Tebow. Plus, our first audio question on Alexi’s perceived negativity on Twitter (1:11:05). Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road,” where he discusses embracing the “Americanness” in our game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Atletico Madrid and England forward Toni Duggan reveals her plans to return to the WSL as she targets an England recall. We also hear from Chelsea’s Fran Kirby as she reflects on an incredible season in which she was named Football Writers’ Association Footballer of the Year and helped her side reach the Champions League final. 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]

AZ Soccer Sharps, Jordan and Devin, preview a handful of tasty matches from all across the top football leagues of continental Europe. The Sharps dish out 5 Official Plays for their P&L spreadsheet, including a 2-unit Best Bet from the Ligue 1 match between Rennes and PSG.Fixtures discussed: - Barcelona v Atletico Madrid - BvB Dortmund v RB Leipzig - Bayern Munich v Borussia Monchengladbach - Spezia v Napoli - Real Madrid v Sevilla - Juventus v AC Milan - Rennes v Paris Saint-GermainThank you for listening! If you're making money with our advice, please consider taking a moment to leave us a 5-Star review wherever you're listening to our show. It really helps us out!We really appreciate your help in growing this podcast. We want as many people as possible to be making money with us, so please share our episodes!Follow us:Twitter: @AzSoccerSharps Instagram: @AZ.Soccer.Sharps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse open the show with the top MLS headlines that include the impressive performances so far by 17-yeard old’s Caden Clark and Cade Cowell, Nani’s golazo, Sounders-Galaxy recap, Minnesota Loon’s struggles and preview El Trafico (30:35). The guys then talk CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinals. (36:50). They also react to Manchester United fan’s protest over Glazer Ownership (47:11), Gio Reyna’s two goals, Julian Nagelsmann named Bayern Munich head coach, American Jesse Marsch’s journey to coach RB Leipzig. The guys then look at Inter Milan clinching the Serie A table, Barcelona’s stumble in La Liga title race, the weekend clash between Real Madrid-Sevilla and Barcelona-Atletico Madrid, League One title races between PSG-Lille, and UEFA Champions League review. In #AskAlexi (1:30:10), fans ask if Christian Pulisic is the greatest American soccer player in history, if USL adopted Pro/Rel, would more fans watch and a reaction to fan that says he wishes he would spat on Alexi instead of asking for a picture years ago. Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road,” where he responds to a friendly email from retired American Soccer goalkeeper Shep Messing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Despite cashing two parlays, Jordan had a rough time handicapping the midweek matches in the continental European leagues. And so, with Devin back in the fray, The Sharps look to bounce back by cashing some Official Plays on some very tasty weekend matches in the Bundesliga, Serie A, and La Liga. Selected matches on Saturday, 04/24: - FSV Mainz v Bayern Munich - Wolfsburg v BvB Dortmund - Bayer Leverkusen v Eintracht Frankfurton Sunday, 04/25: - Villarreal v Barcelona - Athletic Bilbao v Atletico Madridon Monday, 04/26: - Lazio v AC MilanThank you for listening! If you're making money with our advice, please consider taking a moment to leave us a 5-Star review wherever you're listening to our show. It really helps us out!We really appreciate your help in growing this podcast. We want as many people as possible to be making money with us, so please share our episodes!Follow us:Twitter: @AzSoccerSharps Instagram: @AZ.Soccer.Sharps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse are joined by former USMNT stars Maurice Edu and Stu Holden to preview and predict the upcoming 2021 MLS regular season (08:15). The guys then talk Round of 16 CONCACAF Champions League, recap the USWNT match against Sweden, and preview the upcoming NWSL season (25:44). They look at Europe and recap El Clásico, Top 3 in La Liga (Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid, and Barcelona), & Americans shinning Europe such as Christian Pulisic, Daryl Dike, Weston Mckenzie, and Gio Reyna. The guys then talk more VAR controversy in England, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer-Jose Mourinho beef, Manchester United beating Tottenham Spurs, and the upcoming 2nd legs of UEFA Champions League quarterfinals. In #AskAlexi, fans ask about the Rochester Rhinos & whether or not Alexi hates the EPL. For the first time, Alexi listens to a fan’s question (1:29:40). Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road,” where he wishes a 50th happy birthday to the magazine Soccer America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off of the International Break, Devin and Jordan are ready to take their soccer gambling back to club level. The brothers make Official Picks on a handful of selected matches taking place across Europe this weekend, including some MASSIVE top-of-the-table clashes in France and Germany. Fixtures with Official Picks:Paris Saint-Germain v LilleBvB Dortmund v Eintracht FrankfurtRB Leipzig v Bayern MunichAC Milan v SampdoriaAtalanta v UdineseNapoli v CrotoneReal Madrid v EibarSevilla v Atletico MadridThank you for listening! If you don't mind, please subscribe, and most importantly, please share our show with a friend! We really appreciate your help in growing this podcast.Please follow us:Twitter: @AzSoccerSharps Instagram: @AZ.Soccer.Sharps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robbie Mustoe and Robbie Earle react to the latest results in the European knockout rounds focusing on the following:(:45) Tottenham's collapse against Dinamo Zagreb and what it means for Jose Mourinho's future after Spurs are eliminated from the Europa League(17:15) Arsenal advancing despite losing at home to Olympiacos(19:40) Manchester United taking care of business against A.C. Milan(21:15) Chelsea looking impressive against Atletico Madrid to advance 3-0 on aggregate(30:05) Manchester City continuing to win comfortably against Borussia Monchengladbach(36:00) And we assess the latest Champions League odds as we head to the Quarter-Finals

Fresh off of a clean sweep of last week's UEFA Champions League picks, Jordan and Devin are back to break down all of this week's UCL action. And while they fell short with their UEFA Europa League plays(going 1-2 with their Official Picks), the brothers look to bounce back in that league, while keeping their Champions League form going strong. The Sharps provide a betting preview for all of the Champions League Round of 16 2nd Leg matches taking place on Tuesday and Wednesday, as well as betting previews for a handful of selected Europa League Round of 16 1st Leg matches. The show finishes with all of the Official Plays for the AZ Soccer Sharps P&L spreadsheet.Fixtures List:Manchester City v BvB DortmundReal Madrid v AtalantaBayern Munich v LazioChelsea v Atletico MadridDinamo Zagreb v TottenhamShakhtar Donetsk v AS RomaAC Milan v Manchester Utd. Rangers FC v Slavia PrahaYoung Boys v AjaxThank you for listening! Please follow us:Twitter: @AzSoccerSharps Instagram: @AZ.Soccer.Sharpsand please subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYZiiPs9pDIRbSiVAN398Zw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Musa and Ryan begin with a quick recap of Manchester City returning to its winning ways over Southampton (6:30) before moving on to the Champions League. First up: Porto eliminating Juventus in a game that featured a red card and imaginary walls (09:08), and then it’s off to the Westfalenstadion for Dortmund’s spiky draw with Sevilla, which was enough to see them through (21:00). Liverpool repeated their first-leg result to progress over RB Leipzig (28:58), and Barcelona didn’t have enough to come back against PSG (33:19). There’s also a roundup of the Women’s Champions League round of 16 (38:26) and Atlético Madrid beating Athletic Club to extend their lead in La Liga (41:51). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Devin and Jordan break down a select handful of this weekend's matches from domestic soccer leagues across Europe, including the Bundesliga's "der klassiker" on Saturday and concluding with Sunday's Madrid Derby, where La Liga's 1st Place Atletico Madrid host 2nd Place Real Madrid. Fixtures List:Borussia Monchengladbach vs Bayer 04 LeverkusenEintracht Frankfurt vs VfB StuttgartBayern Munich vs Borussia DortmundJuventus vs LazioOsasuna vs BarcelonaAtletico Madrid vs Real Madrid...plus several additional moneyline picks for your parlays!Thank you for listening! Please follow us:Twitter: @AzSoccerSharps Instagram: @AZ.Soccer.Sharpsand please subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYZiiPs9pDIRbSiVAN398Zw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe recap the latest Champions League, Europa League and Premier League results discussing the following:(:40) Chelsea's 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid in their first leg of the Round of 16(13:45) A preview of Chelsea-Man United(17:00) Manchester City's ongoing impressive run with a cozy 2-0 win over Borussia Monchengladbach(26:30) Tottenham advancing to the Europa League Round of 16 thanks to Dele Alli & Gareth Bale(30:10) Concerning results for Brighton & Southampton & how it affects their Premier League status(33:30) And reflections on the significance of Black History Month

On today's show, Devin and Jordan share their leans and picks for the second week of 1st Legs action in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 stage. Then they break down a handful of selected 2nd Leg matches from the UEFA Europa League Round of 32 stage. Matches discussed:Lazio vs Bayern MunichAtletico Madrid vs ChelseaBorussia Monchengladbach vs Manchester CityAtalanta vs Real MadridPlus selected Europa League matches:Tottenham Hotspur vs Wolfsberger ACAC Milan vs Red Star Belgrade Leverkusen vs Young BoysLeicester City vs Slavia PrahaAjax vs LilleRangers vs Royal Antwerp**Please follow us on Twitter: @AzSoccerSharps and please subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYZiiPs9pDIRbSiVAN398Zw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse open the show with reactions to the MLS Draft (08:42). Then, the guys discuss USMNT’s roster vs. Trinidad and Tobago (21:20), Catarina Macario makes her presence known with USWNT, Frank Lampard fired at Chelsea, his potential replacement, and Luis Suarez leading Atletico Madrid to the top of the table in La Liga. The guys talk Liverpool struggles after FA Cup loss to Manchester United, and FIFA’s stern warning that European Super League players could be barred from the World Cup. Looked at in #AskAlexi (1:15:20). Finally, Alexi caps the show with some comments on music (1:33:45) in another remote edition of the State of the Union Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Musa and Ryan reflect on the midweek round of Champions League fixtures via the mailbag. Before they do, they big-up Stephanie Frappart, who became the first woman to referee a men’s Champions League fixture, after she took charge for Juventus vs. Dynamo Kiev on Wednesday (04:55). They then discuss a wonderful assist in the Lokomotiv Moscow vs. Red Bull Salzburg game, as well as the other game in the group, which saw Atlético Madrid draw with Bayern (07:10). There were plenty of questions about Olivier Giroud, who scored four (including a perfect hat trick) in Chelsea’s 4-0 win in Sevilla (12:45), as well as how far Frank Lampard’s side can go in the competition. There’s also chat about Manchester United and PSG (20:33), a wild Group B (32:36), Irfan Kahveci’s hat trick, Dortmund vs. Lazio, and much more (41:38). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.