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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse breakdown more games from Euro 2024 matchday 3. In group B, Italy clinched the knockout round on a last minute goal against Croatia. Spain continued their win streak and has yet to concede a goal in the tournament. Finally, the guys discussed the shocking result in Copa América. Brazil was stunned by Costa Rica, splitting the points in their opening match. Mosse remained calm on the result, though this was not the outcome he hoped for. (1:44) To wrap the show, Alexi and Mosse share all the details on their set for the live show. Tune into the pod daily for more Euro and Copa América content. (23:41) Presented by Zillow #Zillow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the latest episode of The Overlap’s football history podcast, It Was What It Was. In this week’s episode, on its 40th Anniversary, we dive into Euro 1984, a tournament that marked a pivotal moment in French football history as they lifted a major tournament trophy for the first time. Journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper delve into the impact of Michel Platini, whose footballing prowess and leadership played a crucial role in guiding France to victory on their home turf. They also analyse how the tournament shaped European football and paved the way for future international competitions. Jonathan and Rob provide a detailed analysis of the group stages, revisit the historic knockout stage clashes, including the semi-final regarded as the Euro’s greatest ever match between France and Portugal, which culminated in France’s triumphant 2-0 final win over Spain. If you enjoyed the podcast, please hit subscribe to never miss an episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo's joined by Duncan Alexander and Sasha Goryunov to reflect on the dramatic climax to Group B at Euro 2024. We begin in Leipzig - where Mattia Zaccagni scored in the final minute of stoppage time as Italy broke Croatian hearts with a late equaliser in a 1-1 draw that ensures the defending champions progress to the last 16 - and leaves Luka Modrić and co all but eliminated. A beer-soaked Tim Spiers dials in on the final whistle before James Horncastle reports back from a rather spiky Luciano Spalletti press conference... No such drama for Spain, who cruised into the next round with their third victory and third clean sheet of the tournament in their 1-0 win over Albania (which happened to assure the Three Lions of a spot in the next round...). Michael Cox is on hand to tell us more from the Düsseldorf Arena. Then, it's all eyes on Group C and D who face their final outings on matchday three. We get the Slovenian perspective from journalist Miran Zore ahead of their meeting with England - and preview the fortunes of the other sides in action on a bumper day 12 out in Germany. Produced by Lucy Oliva. Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Croatia 1-1 Italy with Tim Spiers & James Horncastle (3.00) • PART 1b: Albania 0-1 Spain with Michael Cox (13.55) • PART 2a: England v Slovenia preview with Miran Zore (19.55) • PART 2b: Denmark v Serbia preview (29.05) • PART 3a: Netherlands v Austria preview (30.35) • PART 3b: France v Poland preview (32.20) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Having grown synonymous with their tiki-taka style of play, Spain have so far shown another side at Euro 2024, in beating both Croatia and Italy. So why have Spain moved away from their patient, possession-based approach and will this summer's transfer window see clubs take advantage of the release clause in the contract of one of their most promising stars Nico Williams? Michael Bailey is joined by The Athletic's Pol Ballus, who's in Germany covering Spain during the Euros as well as our La Liga writer Dermot Corrigan. Host: Michael Bailey With: Pol Ballus and Dermot Corrigan Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Guy Clarke Related articles: Spain’s tiki-taka era might be over – but its legacy continues to divide - The Athletic Spain’s Nico Williams serves notice – his €55m release clause looks a transfer bargain - The Athletic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ste and Dan are here for the Liverpool News Update after reports suggest Liverpool have joined the race to sign Athletic Club's Nico Williams. Other news stories include Tyler Morton's valuation revealed, with RB Leipzig among the clubs interested in signing him and Adrian looks set to leave the club and return to Spain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo welcomes Adrian Clarke, Dom Fifield and many more on another sad night for Scottish football. The Tartan Army are heading home after a last-gasp defeat against Hungary in Stuttgart. Did Scotland let themselves down? Or do they lack depth physically and technically? Germany also need a stoppage time equaliser against Switzerland to confirm top spot in Group A as questions are asked again about the defence. Italy take on Croatia in the standout game on Monday night. James Horncastle sets the scene as the Azzurri’s hold on the trophy hangs in the balance. Plus we discuss Harry Kane’s comments about England players turned pundits. Should they be cheerleaders or should the current crop expect to be criticised? Produced by Charlie Jones. Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Scotland 0-1 Hungary with Kieran Canning (04.00) • PART 1b: Switzerland 1-1 Germany with Seb Stafford-Bloor (14.00) • PART 2a: Italy v Croatia preview with James Horncastle (22.00) • PART 2b: Albania v Spain preview (33.00) • PART 2c: Kane takes aim at the pundits (36.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tobs and Yaw talk Euros and cover England, Netherland and France struggles Spain lighting up the tourney Turkey as dark horses? + more Make sure you follow @touchlinefracas on all socials! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete Graves is joined by Dharmesh Sheth to round up the latest summer transfer news - and try to avoid talking about England at the Euros! We start at Manchester United and find out about their target Joshua Zirkzee, bring you the latest on their pursuit of Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite and chat about where Victor Lindelof could end up. Also on the pod, is Conor Gallagher about to swap Stamford Bridge for Spain? Plus, we discuss what impact Marc Guehi's eye-catching England performances could have on his future at Crystal Palace. Transfer Talk is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/transfer-talk You can listen to Transfer Talk on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Transfer Talk". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/football For advertising opportunities email: [email protected]

The pods are coming thick and fast now! For this one, the boys sat down in front of their tv's to react in real time as Argentina opened up their Copa America campaign against Jesse Marsch's Canada. Plus: are England going to get this figured out or is this just what their tournament is going to be? And have you already seen enough to say "there is no one better than Spain"? Their manager has. All that and some soccer equivalents to the Drake-Kendrick Lamar beef as well. --- And just a reminder: We've partnered up with Manscaped during the month of June! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code caughtoffside at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod --- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/ Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap another great day on the pitch. Nico Williams put on a clinic in Spain’s 1-0 win over Italy. Spain dominated possession in the match and proved to be a strong contender in the Euro 2024 tournament. England’s performance on the other hand was disappointing in their draw against Denmark. On the Copa América side, Messi and Argentina took home the three points in their opening match, but Jesse Marsch and crew did not go down without a fight. (2:40) To wrap the pod, the guys gave a shout out to the crew working tirelessly to cover the Euro and Copa América games simultaneously. (21:09) Presented by Zillow #Zillow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimbo, Adrian Clarke and Benji Lanyado are in the studio after England fail to live up to expectations but Spain definitely don’t. It’s 4 points from 2 games for Gareth Southgate’s side but the performances seem to be getting worse. We try to get to the bottom of things and wonder whether England are the worst coached team at the Euros. Spain took on Italy. Or was it Man City v Burnley? La Roja batter the Azzurri 1-0 with Nico Williams providing perhaps the standout performance of the tournament. Plus Julien Laurens joins us to look at France’s clash with Netherlands and specifically the state of Kylian Mbappe’s nose. Produced by Charlie Jones. Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Spain 1-0 Italy with Pol Ballus (04.00) • PART 2a: England 1-1 Denmark with Dan Sheldon (16.00) • PART 2b: Slovenia 1-1 Serbia (33.00) • PART 3a: France v Netherlands preview with Julien Laurens (38.00) • PART 3b: The rest of Friday’s action (45.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Day 6 of the Euros and Jimbo is joined by JJ Bull, Tom Williams and more after Scotland get off the mark in Koln. A draw for Steve Clarke’s side against Switzerland sets up a winner take all clash with Hungary on Sunday as they look to advance from the group stage for the first time ever. Germany in their lovely kit cruise into the last 16 with victory over the Hungarians while earlier on Wednesday, Albania come back to draw with Croatia in another one of the games of tournament so far. Thursday sees England in action against Denmark on Matchday 2. Daniel Storey wants to see more attacking substitutions from Gareth Southgate. Plus Spain take on Italy in the most regular rivalry in Euros history. Produced by Charlie Jones. Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Scotland 1-1 Switzerland with Nick Miller (04.00) • PART 2: Germany 2-0 Hungary (19.00) • PART 3a: Croatia 2-2 Albania (28.00) • PART 3b: Spain v Italy preview (34.00) • PART 3c: England v Denmark preview (38.00) • PART 3d: Slovenia v Serbia preview (46.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, we take an in-depth look at Euro 2012, a tournament fondly remembered as the crowning moment in Spain’s era of dominance, marking their third consecutive major win following Euro 2008 and the 2010 World Cup. Journalists Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper kick things off by delving into the politics behind the decision to host the tournament in Poland and Ukraine, exploring how the host cities managed the logistical challenges and the lasting impact of the event. Jonathan and Rob provide a comprehensive overview of the group stages, highlighting memorable moments such as Danny Welbeck’s back-heeled winner against Sweden. They then move on to iconic knockout stage moments, including Andrea Pirlo’s masterful penalty, Mario Balotelli’s unforgettable performance against Germany and Spain’s utterly dominant 4-0 victory over Italy in the final. If you enjoyed the podcast, please hit subscribe to never miss an episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The favorites mostly keep winning, but all the different ways they're winning are worth some discussion. England, Italy, Germany, Spain, Netherlands, and Switzerland, a lot to whip through! Support the show

The boys discuss everything from the first few days at the European Championships. What does the best version of England look like? Are Spain's Tiki-Taka days now officially behind them? And is Wout Weghorst really picking up the mantle of next great Dutch goalscorer? Plus, Christian Eriksen's incredible moment, transit trouble in Gelsenkirchen and details of the Hummels/Terzic bust up in Dortmund. --- And just a reminder: We've partnered up with Manscaped during the month of June! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code caughtoffside at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod --- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/ Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

England’s Euro 2024 is up and running with a win over Serbia. With their superstar talents, is there perhaps a whiff of arrogance by those who follow Gareth Soutgate’s team? And what is the view across Europe where Kane & Bellingham have starred for Spain & Germany’s biggest clubs. Are they drawn to the allure of the box-office stars, or is it the possibility of watching England fall short again? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Oli Kay, Jack Pitt-Brooke, James Horncastle, Dermot Corrigan, Seb Stafford-Bloor Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your first Euro Round-Up! Are there warning signs for England? How good are Germany? Who are the real tournament favourites!? New episodes available to watch & listen EVERY DAY. Click HERE: https://linktr.ee/pitchsidepodcast If you'd like to work with us, email the studio on [email protected] Produced by The Fellas Studios: https://fellasstudios.com/podcasts Theo: https://youtube.com/c/HiMalfoy https://youtube.com/c/TheoBakerVlogs Ollie: https://youtube.com/c/reev https://youtube.com/c/OllieFletcher Tom Garratt: https://www.youtube.com/@TomGarratt10

Jimbo is back with Daniel Storey and JJ Bull after a record-breaking Day 2 at Euro 2024. Lamine Yamal becomes the youngest player ever at the Euros and is instrumental in Spain beating Croatia before half-time. Is there any way back for Modric and co? Albania score the fastest Euros goal ever but Spalletti’s Italy come back to get their title defence off to a winning start. Plus the Swiss make light work of dark horses Hungary. Sunday’s action sees England finally take to the field. Will Serbia’s giants overpower the Three Lions in the air? Plus why should we watch Slovenia Denmark and are the Dutch about to batter Poland? Produced by Charlie Jones. Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Day 2 done and a word for Kevin Campbell (01.30) • PART 2a: Spain 3-0 Croatia with Pol Ballus (06.30) • PART 2b: Hungary 1-3 Switzerland (14.00) • PART 2c: Italy 2-1 Albania with James Horncastle (19.45) • PART 3: England v Serbia and day 3 previewed (29.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

YOU CAN SCORE TOO EARLY AT THE EUROS. Italy come from behind after an early stunner from Albania, Spain treat Croatia like Germany treated Scotland, and how far can England go? Rog and host of Men in Blazers "Early Kickoff" Podcast chop it up on the first full day of Euros 2024. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jimbo is joined by Raphael Honigstein, Tom Williams and Jay Harris after witnessing the biggest win ever on opening night of the Euros. Hosts Germany tear apart the Tartan Army with a 5-1 victory in Munich. Can Musiala and Wirtz lead the Germans to something special? Or might Scotland be the worst team at the tournament. Saturday’s action brings back memories of a Euros classic as Spain take on Croatia. Juraj Vrdoljak tells us about what has become a derby match in Europe. And also in Group B, holders Italy hope to channel the spirit of Grosso as they head to Dortmund to take on Albania. Produced by Charlie Jones. Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Germany 5-1 Scotland (01.30) • PART 1b: Hungary v Switzerland preview (16.30) • PART 2a: Spain v Croatia preview with Juraj Vrdoljak (22.00) • PART 2b: Italy v Albania preview (33.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Euro 2024 kicks off this evening with Germany vs Scotland being the opening match of the tournament. The hosts are one of the bookies favourites this year but they have stiff competition from the likes of England, France, Belgium, and Spain. Spain head into the tournament under the management of Luis de la Fuente and a

THE SUMMER OF FOOTBALL IS UPON US. And Rog is joined by Encyclopedia Footballtannica Rory Smith to break down every thing you could possibly need to know about the upcoming EURO 2024 tournament. In the first episode of this two part series, Rog and Rory breakdown Groups A, B, and C, which include giants England, Spain, Germany, and Italy. Can this uber-talented England squad finally bring home some hardware? Will Germany bounce back from its recent major tournament embarrassments? But if you came for the musings on Toni Kroos's last hoorah or Gareth Southgate's future, then you'll stay for the deep dive on Albanian centerbacks because this pod has it all and more! Be sure to sign up for the official UEFA EURO 2024 Fantasy League using the following link: https://gaminghub.page.link/HuPc. Presented by Camarena. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We've got a full Euros preview for you in three parts. Part 1 covering groups A and B is right here with takes on the highly competitive Group B of Spain, Italy and Croatia, on the enigma that is Germany and Nagelmann's plan to make them even weirder, and I guess Switzerland is there too. You can read Grace's newsletter at graceonfootball.com. Support the show

Welcome to another edition of The Transfer DealSheet, our guide to the summer transfer market where David Ornstein will bring us latest developments across the Premier League and beyond. We take a deep dive on the market in Spain, including Barcelona's admiration for Liverpool's Luis Diaz. Plus, after securing Kylian Mbappe, what’s holding up Real Madrid’s pursuit of Alphonso Davies Host: Adam Leventhal With: David Ornstein, Dermot Corrigan, Pol Ballus Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready for Kieran Trippier to take on Quickfire Questions on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet. Kieran Trippier was 26 when he made his England debut against France, so asking him 26 questions during our chat at his house seemed fitting. We dive into his most memorable moments, his time in Spain with Atlético de Madrid, his biggest regret, and his best mate in football. The full interview will be released next week, so subscribe now and turn on notifications if you don't want to miss it! SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL HERE https://www.youtube.com/c/theoverlap?sub_confirmation=1 SUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP NEWSLETTER https://substack.com/@theoverlapnewsletter LISTEN TO OUR PODCASTS Stick to Football - https://tr.ee/JI6l3Dj-4O The Overlap - https://tr.ee/h07F3Fsuh3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's 2008 and the world is obsessed with Barack Obama and Beyonce. Football-wise, we're more interested in events at Austria and Switzerland because it's Euro 2008 and it's great. Yes, there's no England, they failed in the rain at Wembley against Croatia. But there's Spain's tiki taka, Turkey's late late goal scoring, and one hell of a thunderstorm. Oh, and there's the French doing, well, nothing really. It's Euro 2008 and it's here. Presenter: Iain Macintosh Producer: Abi Paterson Executive Producer: Ben Green With: Elko Born, Sasha Goryunov, Rafael Honigstein, James Horncastle, Julien Laurens, Alvaro Romeo, Juraj Vrdoljak, and Yordi Yamali Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andres Iniesta: Has Spain great played his last match? The National

Jimbo welcomes the esteemed panel of James Horncastle, Julien Laurens, Alvaro Romeo and Daniel Storey to take a look at the big hitters at Euro 2024. Has England’s moment arrived with the talent at Gareth Southgate’s disposal? Or is he not the right man to make the most of that talent tactically? Are France the only team that can beat France? Or do Portugal have the strongest squad at the tournament? Elsewhere, we’re looking forward to seeing a Spain side with a different dimension of exciting young wide players. And will Italy’s good record at the Euros in the 21st century continue? Plus how Toni Kroos has changed everything for Germany and can Xavi Simons become a star for the Netherlands? Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: How are holders Italy holding up? (02.40) • PART 1b: Speedy young Spain look to make an impact (10.30) • PART 2: England deserved favourites? (20.00) • PART 3a: Or will France strike again? (31.00) • PART 3b: Michiel Jongsma on the Netherlands (40.00) • PART 4a: Seb Stafford-Bloor on Germany (44.00) • PART 4b: Jose Delgado on Portugal (50.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode 2 of The Radar, where The Athletic's unrivalled range of global football experts will profile some of the game's most exciting up and coming talents who look set to star at this summer’s European Championships and Copa América. 17-year-old Endrick burst onto the international scene with goals against England and Spain and will join Real Madrid after playing a potentially pivotal role for Brazil out in the USA. He’s already been compared to legendary strikers Ronaldo, Pelé and Romário - but does he really have what it takes to follow in their illustrious footsteps? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode 1 of The Radar, where The Athletic's unrivalled range of global football experts will profile some of the game's most exciting up and coming talents who look set to star at this summer’s European Championships and Copa América. Prodigal 16-year-old Lamine Yamal has already broken a number of records for Barcelona and Spain in his short career so far. Will the precocious attacker cement his status as one of the most talented young footballers in the world out in Germany? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a disappointing midweek UEFA showing, The Soccer Sharps are hungry to return to weekend domestic league action. Devin and Jordan find themselves in a race against the calendar to try and finish their season in profit. The brothers deliver 6 Official Plays from matches taking place in Spain, Italy, and England. Matches discussed: - Real Betis v Almeria (4:37) - Atalanta v Roma (8:38) - Fulham v Manchester City (15:50) - Manchester Utd v Arsenal (19:35) - Spurs v Burnley (24:59) - Newcastle Utd v Brighton (29:45) For additional leans and last-minute Official Plays, JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER; it's the best way to ensure you don't miss anything from us. Invite link: https://discord.gg/cx7WJKWabQ THANK 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/cx7WJKWabQFOLLOW US:Twitter: @TheSoccerSharps Instagram: @TheSoccerSharpsCURRENT SEASON P&L SPREADSHEET: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HzJuaiy_-Hv0gaidKQiU_b9706lEbvTu_OOiNgeQJ_c/edit?usp=sharingP&L SPEADSHEETS FROM PREVIOUS SEASONS: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jca0dVIW7FumZ27VEcyhdre0Ke5gh7C6?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last night, West Ham announced that David Moyes will leave the club when his contract expires in the summer. After a prolonged search for Moyes’ successor, it seems the Hammers have landed on Julen Lopetegui. So… why have West Ham chosen the former Spain, Real Madrid and Wolves manager over other candidates? And for Lopetegui himself - what is it about the project that has made him turn down the allure of Bayern Munich? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: David Ornstein and Tim Spiers Producer: Mike Stavrou Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Real Madrid are planning to confront Cadiz on Saturday, May 4, in La Liga. Carlo Ancelotti's group will arrive inside touching separate of the league trophy if they win this end of the week. Meanwhile, the Spanish monsters are mulling over a one-year expansion for ingenious midfielder Luka Modric. Somewhere else, goalkeeper Andriy Lunin is set to sign a new Contract at the Santiago Bernabeu. Real Madrid considering Luka Modric renewal Real Madrid are considering a new contract for Luka Modric, concurring to Cadena SER. The Croatian midfielder's contract with the club terminates at the conclusion of the season, and he remains intensely connected with an exit. There's intrigued in the player's administrations from the Center East, whereas he too has admirers in the MLS. In the mean time, previous club Dinamo Zagreb are clearly sharp for Modric to return to his ancient chasing ground. However, the 38-year-old accepts he still has the capacity to play top-flight football and needs to proceed at the Santiago Bernabeu for another season. Modric has showed up 40 times over competitions for Los Blancos, enrolling two objectives and six assists. Most of his appearances have been from the seat, with the Croatian no longer a first-team customary for the La Liga giants. However, Real Madrid are satisfied with the player's affect from the seat as well and are truly considering keeping him around for another season. Be that as it may, the as it were concern for the club is that it would obstruct the improvement of more youthful abilities like Arda Guler. Real Madrid Sharp on Re-Signing Toni Kroos After Masterclass vs Bayern Munich Toni Kroos has not chosen where his future lies but his team-mates are trusting he chooses to remain at Real Madrid after his Champions League masterclass against Bayern Munich. The experienced 34-year-old German midfielder shone for Real in their 2-2 semi-final to begin with leg draw at his previous stepping ground in Bavaria on a holding Tuesday night. Kroos’s contract terminates in the summer after a decade with the record 14-time Champions League winners. “I need to win as much as conceivable this season — I don’t think approximately the future,” he said after the game. Looking past self-evident standout Vinicius Junior, who gotten both of Madrid’s objectives against Bayern, Kroos was Madrid’s finest player in a coordinate where Los Blancos seem have been beaten. Thomas Tuchel’s Bayern made more chances and Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said they were at their best, compared to his side which as it were appeared their beat level in flashes. Kroos was by differentiate especially reliable and his eminent ball for Vinicius made a difference Madrid take the lead. The previous Germany international was a step ahead of everybody else on the pitch, indicating to Vinicius where he arranged to play the ball, a pass which didn’t appear to be on. Vinicius, closely familiar with Kroos’s quality, made the right run and the ingenious strung the needle with his slide-rule pass. “We prepare together so much, I know Kroos exceptionally well and he knows me exceptionally well,” clarified the Brazilian forward. Vinicius’ strike-partner Rodrygo said he would adore Kroos to stay. “We continuously tell him (Kroos) to remain, not fair one but numerous a long time more, age doesn’t matter,” Rodrygo told Movistar. “He’s so magnificent, with such lesson, I cherish playing with him, I trust he keeps going.” „No tendencies“ – Davies proceeds to keep Bayern on tenterhooks Alphonso Davies is heavily connected with Real Madrid Bayern left-back Alphonso Davies is still the subject of exchange gossipy tidbits. In spite of the fact that his title is habitually connected with Real Madrid, wearing chief Christoph Freund affirmed that no concrete offers have been gotten to date. It remains to be seen what will happen with the Canadian in the summer. „No,“ Freund answered to the coordinate address of whether there had been an enquiry from Genuine Madrid for Davies. He included that there are „of course talks“ with Davies almost his future, but that there are „no signs yet“ as to whether he will amplify his contract in Munich or take off the club. Munich would like to expand their contract with the pacy full-back, but not at any cost. It was as of late supposed that Davies‘ compensation requests are as well tall for those dependable at the German record champions. Bayern CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen too made it clear that there was „zero dialogue“ with respect to Davies at the lunch with the Real Madrid administration team. Davies presently as it were part-time at Bayern Reports have as of late been doing the rounds in Spain that intrigued from the Whites has cooled impressively. One of the reasons for this is the 23-year-old’s fluctuating performances. The vulnerability encompassing his future does not appear to have cleared out Davies cold. In spite of his self-evident ability and previous dominance on the cleared out wing, his playing time has been constrained in later weeks. In the Champions League semi-final against the Whites, he was as it were substituted for Leroy Sané in the 87th minute. In the current season, the Canadian has made 38 appearances for Munich. He has scored one objective and set up a assist five.

Rog is joined by The Athletic's James Horncastle to break down Dortmund's 1-0 win over PSG, and the 2-2 draw between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon Mackenzie is joined by Thom Harris to explore some of the under-the-radar coaches in La Liga and discuss their eventual career pathways… How does Michel’s fluidity at Girona work? Who are the players Girona brought in to make the difference? Can Garcia Pimienta make it at the elite level after Las Palmas? How has Ernesto Valverde’s time at Barcelona influenced people’s ideas of him? This episode of the Tifo Football Podcast is presented by Jon Mackenzie, produced by Mike Zimmermann. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo, James Horncastle, Raphael Honigstein, Julien Laurens and Alvaro Romeo are all around the world after a weekend of drama across Europe. Inter win their 20th Scudetto and they do it in the Milan derby. Hear why the Nerazurri are the best in Italy by a big margin and whether this will be Stefano Pioli’s last derby at Milan. It was the weekend where the world learned that La Liga doesn’t have goal-line technology. Jude Bellingham scored another stoppage time winner in El Clásico. But could Xavi actually stay at Barcelona? It’s been a great week for Luis Enrique at PSG. And Leverkusen stay unbeaten after yet another late comeback. Plus what Julian Nagelsmann signing a new contract with Germany means for Bayern and Jurgen Klopp. Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moment of the weekend (04.00) • PART 2: Inter win their 20th Scudetto (10.45) • PART 3: Real Madrid 3-2 Barcelona (27.00) • PART 4: Nagelsmann stays on at Germany (42.00) • PART 5: A good week for Luis Enrique at PSG (54.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Soccer Sharps are coming off a brutal midweek UEFA show where they went 1-4 with their Official Plays for the Champions League and Europa League. Their last weekend show was a success, however, so Devin and Jordan welcome the return of domestic league action. The brothers deliver another 5 Official Plays for matches taking place in Spain, Italy, and England. Matches discussed: - Atletico Madrid v Girona (2:27) - Bologna v Monza (6:38) - Manchester City v Luton Town (10:14) - Burnley v Brighton (17:28) - Bournemouth v Manchester United (21:32) For additional leans and last-minute Official Plays, JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER; it's the best way to ensure you don't miss anything from us. Invite link: https://discord.gg/cx7WJKWabQ THANK 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/cx7WJKWabQFOLLOW US:Twitter: @TheSoccerSharps Instagram: @TheSoccerSharpsCURRENT SEASON P&L SPREADSHEET: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HzJuaiy_-Hv0gaidKQiU_b9706lEbvTu_OOiNgeQJ_c/edit?usp=sharingP&L SPEADSHEETS FROM PREVIOUS SEASONS: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jca0dVIW7FumZ27VEcyhdre0Ke5gh7C6?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luis Almeida - one of the Bobcats new starting Center Backs - joins us after a season spent with Albion San Diego of NISA. Born in Takoma Park and raised in Olney (shoutout Magruder High School), Luis is back to his roots here with the Bobcats Luis is a big dude at 6'4" and brings talent and experience to the Bobcats' back line. He's had a fascinating journey since leaving Magruder, spending a few years in Spain and in Mallorca (looks gorgeous) before landing with Albion San Diego. We talk about his journey, then find out which teams he follows personally, his favorite Center Backs, and some of his favorite soccer memories.

STARTED AT THE NINTH TIER, NOW WE HERE. Rog sits down with Wrexham hero and Gambian International Jacob Mendy to talk his singular journey from Africa, to Spain, to Britain, where Jacob was working and studying while grinding it out in the bowels of the Football League, just hoping for his shot. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Soccer Sharps are thrilled about the return of domestic European SOGGER, and to celebrate its return, the brothers have 6 Official Plays for their spreadsheet. As they look to close out the month of March in profit, Devin and Jordan discuss five matches taking place in Spain, France, Germany, and England. Matches discussed: - Girona v Real Betis (2:31) - Marseille v Paris St-Germain (5:18) - Bayern Munich v BvB Dortmund (9:21) - Aston Villa v Wolves (14:27) - Manchester City v Arsenal (19:22) For additional leans and last-minute Official Plays, JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER; it's the best way to ensure you don't miss anything from us. Invite link: https://discord.gg/cx7WJKWabQ THANK 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/cx7WJKWabQFOLLOW US:Twitter: @TheSoccerSharps Instagram: @TheSoccerSharpsCURRENT SEASON P&L SPREADSHEET: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HzJuaiy_-Hv0gaidKQiU_b9706lEbvTu_OOiNgeQJ_c/edit?usp=sharingP&L SPEADSHEETS FROM PREVIOUS SEASONS: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jca0dVIW7FumZ27VEcyhdre0Ke5gh7C6?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Jimbo and an interspersed Euro crew of James Horncastle, Raphael Honigstein, Julien Laurens and Alvaro Romeo. We look ahead to the last 16 second legs of the Champions League, where Bayern’s hopes of silverware could be ended by Lazio. With Leverkusen 10 points clear, is that it for the Bundesliga title race? Real Madrid host Leipzig after a final whistle controversy at Valencia that sees Jude Bellingham sent off. And with Barcelona losing Pedri to injury again, we ask if his career could be a warning sign to Lamine Yamal? Kylian Mbappe is taken off again in PSG’s draw at Monaco. Does Luis Enrique have a problem with star players? And it’s time to sing the praises of Stuttgart who look certain to be in the Champions League next season, as do Bologna. Plus it’s been one of the best weeks in Mallorca’s history. Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moment of the weekend Part 1 (01.00) • PART 2a: Struggling Bayern take on Lazio (03.30) • PART 2b: Elsewhere in the Bundesliga (10.00) • PART 3a: More Mbappe melodrama ahead of Real Sociedad trip (16.00) • PART 3b: Elsewhere in Ligue 1 (21.30) • PART 4a: Moment of the weekend Part 2 (27.00) • PART 4b: Real Madrid final whistle controversy (29.00) • PART 5a: Roma and Bologna on fire in Serie A (35.00) • PART 5b: More injury woe for Barcelona (44.00) We're asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to theathletic.com/survey24. Three lucky entries will win £100 worth of Amazon vouchers too SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a bonus episode of The Late Sub! Recorded on Monday, Feb. 26, Claire gets into some of the big college basketball picture after teams struggled to grind out wins late in the regular season. Then, she breaks down the big decisions facing college seniors. Finally, she takes a look at the larger happenings in global football, and wonders if Spain are the clear frontrunners for the Olympics.

We finally have the guest who can help us do the Barcelona finance pod we needed. Jon Sindreu of the Wall Street Journal (@jonsindreu) helps explain the books, the league rules, the levers, and even what the heck Barca Vision is. Plus we talk about the Barcelona football team a little bit even. Support the show

Jimbo welcomes James Horncastle, Raphael Honigstein, Julien Laurens and Alvaro Romeo into the studio to review all the latest happenings from around the continent. PSG battle back to draw with Rennes and they do it after substituting Kylian Mbappe off. Hear how Luis Enrique is planning for life without Kylian. The Europa League and Conference League draws threw up some mouthwatering ties, including De Zerbi’s Brighton against De Rossi’s Roma. With the Giallorossi resurgent under their interim manager, will he get the job permanently and can they sink the Seagulls? Leverkusen make it a record 33 games unbeaten while Harry Kane bails out Bayern. Could the hierarchy in Munich be eyeing up Sebastian Hoeness as an alternative to Alonso? And in Spain, Sevilla complain about Real Madrid TV and Athletic are proving to be the Basque bottlers. Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moment of the weekend (01.00) • PART 2: Ligue 1 - Mbappe subbed by PSG (12.00) • PART 3a: Europa League and Conference League last 16 draws (22.00) • PART 3b: Bundesliga - Kane bails out Bayern (36.00) • PART 4: La Liga - Sevilla complain about Real Madrid TV (44.00) • PART 5: Serie A - Allegri noncommittal on future (53.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"BARÇA IS A CLUB THAT CHEWS PEOPLE UP AND SPITS THEM OUT." Those are the words of current (but not future) Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez. And on this episode of European Nights, Rog and New York Times Chief Soccer Correspondent Rory Smith deep dive into Xavi's transition from player to manager at Barcelona, how things took a turn for the worst this season, and why the club culture in Catalonia is so broken. Then, Rog and Rory break down the unexpected career trajectory of one-time wunderkind and current Real Betis midfielder Isco before Rory gives his pick for which game he will be watching across the European slate this week (hint...there will be reindeer involved). All this and more on the latest European Nights. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s another huge week across the continent, and Jimbo, James Horncastle, Raphael Honigstein, Julien Laurens and Alvaro Romero have you covered. Bayern Munich are beaten for the 3rd game in a row, this time by Bochum as they slip 8 points behind leaders Leverkusen. What’s happened to Harry Kane and what will happen to Thomas Tuchel if they lose again to Leipzig? Napoli are set to make another managerial switch ahead of their Champions League clash with Barcelona. Has this been one of the most shambolic seasons in football history from the Italian champions? And are Barca in a worse state than they are? Elsewhere the panel get excited about Inter v Atletico and the forthcoming Europa and Conference League action. Plus Mbappe’s going to Real Madrid, Gattuso leaves Marseille and the fastest goal in Austrian Bundesliga history. Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moment of the weekend and TV rights (01.00) • PART 2: Bayern Munich beaten by Bochum (15.00) • PART 3a: Champions League preview (26.00) • PART 3b: Europa and Conference League preview (40.00) • PART 4: Mbappe to Real Madrid (53.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PSG might sign Serge Gnabry as a substitution for Kylian Mbappe, agreeing to German media. The French megastar's flight for Real Madrid is progressively looking like fair a matter of time. After once more time running down his contract, Mbappe, it appears, will at long last make the move to the Spanish capital. As a result, PSG will likely got to sign a big-name substitution, in spite of the fact that they also have Xavi Simons on the books, who will return from his amazing Leipzig loan within the summer and who can moreover highlight on the left wing in spite of basically playing on the right. In any case, there's still no ensure that the Dutchman will really be given a chance. He seem fair as well be flipped for benefit to adjust the books, after all PSG paid just €4 million to re-sign him from PSV. The names of a part of potential Mbappe substitutions have been bandied around in later weeks, with Man Utd's Marcus Rashford the foremost high-profile player supposedly under consideration. Presently, be that as it may, a unused and somewhat bizarre star has too entered the picture. Gnabry to PSG? Agreeing to BILD's Lukas Fischer, Serge Gnabry could be a target for the French monsters within the occasion of Mbappe's flight. In reality, the writer goes so distant as to claim that he is the 'top candidate' which a potential move is 'heating up.' The player is caught on to be sharp on the move and Bayern would be willing to allow his wish, having as of now supposedly move recorded him in January for €55m. Fischer moreover states that PSG have been following the German player for a few time. Whereas the ex-Arsenal man is without a doubt a incredible player, it would be a strange move on the portion of PSG. Gnabry is three a long time Mbappe's senior, a altogether more awful player and has scarcely included so distant this term due to harm, only scoring once when fit, subsequently why Bayern are willing to cash in on him. For €55m, you may easily get a more youthful player with massive upside to supplant the megastar otherwise- you seem attempt to urge Rashford; it's not like PSG are strapped for cash. It would be interesting for the French mammoths to seek after a bargain for Gnabry at this organize of his career. Carlo Ancelotti has indicated that Real Madrid don’t got to sign Kylian Mbappe as they as of now have the six best players in world football, but Rodrygo disagrees. Los Blancos ran out 4-0 champs over La Liga title challengers Girona on Saturday in a statement of intent in Spain, and Ancelotti was awed by his side’s performance. Vinicius Junior ran revolt on the night and the Brazilian is right now the leading player on the planet, agreeing to Ancelotti. After Real Madrid’s resonating win, the previous AC Milan, Chelsea and PSG boss was inquired almost Mbappe’s potential summer move from Paris Saint-Germain. Be that as it may, he was fast to reject any exchange talk. Kylian Mbappe to connect Real Madrid? “You keep inquiring almost a player who plays for another team,” Ancelotti said amid his post-match press conference. “now we have the most excellent player within the world here. In arrange: Vini Jr to begin with, [Jude] Bellingham moment, Rodrygo third. At that point [Toni] Kroos, [Federico] Valverde, [Eduardo] Camavinga.” Whereas Ancelotti was sharp to squash any gossipy tidbits of Mbappe joining on a free exchange when his PSG contract terminates this season, Rodrygo was enthusiastic to precise his want for the Frenchman to join. The Brazil worldwide is seemingly the foremost likely current Real Madrid player to lose his spot within the beginning XI in case Mbappe arrives, but Rodrygo needs to see the PSG star connect this summer regardless. After the 4-0 win over Girona, he told correspondents: “I would love Mbappe to come. I always need to play with the most excellent and he's one of the most excellent the world. I can't conversation much almost him. He's a PSG player and I have to be him.” Mbappe has scored 20 objectives and given four helps in 19 Ligue 1 recreations so distant this season, and whereas the Frenchman could be a danger to Rodrygo's put in Real Madrid's beginning XI, the Brazilian apparently needs him to connect the club.

Jon Mackenzie is joined by Simon Goodey to give the audience a better understanding of what the coaching pathway looks like and a sense of what it’s like to coach in Spain. What do the early doors of a coaching pathway look like? Are there obvious differences between the way that coaching sessions are structured in each country? How important is it to talk to players about tactics in training contexts? What advice would Simon give to people who want to get onto the coaching pathway? This episode of the Tifo Football Podcast is presented by Jon Mackenzie, produced by Mike Zimmermann. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse, ahead of the 2024 MLS season, analyze the betting odds for MLS Cup Champions and pick a few of their favorites. (12:29) Across the pond, Americans were scoring at will with Ricardo Pepi, Taylor Booth, Haji Wright, all finding the back of the net. We also had two HUGE results in Germany and Spain as Bayer Leverkusen & Real Madrid planted their flags at the top of the table. The guys also ask this timely question... How would the USMNT fare in the Africa Cup of Nations & the Asian Cup? (27:07) In #AskAlexi, the guys answer questions on the implications of blue cards & dream USMNT matchups building up to the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup. To wrap the podcast, Alexi dives into the USL Super League joining NWSL on tier one of the women's soccer pyramid. (58:39) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimbo and the Euro crew of James Horncastle, Raphael Honigstein, Alvaro Romeo and Julien Laurens look ahead to the return of the Champions League. Bayern warm up for their game with Lazio by losing the top of the table clash at Leverkusen in the Bundesliga. Why did Rapha describe them as embarrassing? Should they give Xabi Alonso a call? Playtime’s over for Girona as Real Madrid win the other top two clash in Spain. It’s Leipzig next in the Champions League. Hear why Los Blancos could dominate Spanish football for the next decade. PSG prepare for Real Sociedad by extending their lead and their unbeaten run in Ligue 1. And Inter make another statement with a big win at resurgent Roma. Plus Daniel Storey joins us to discuss the incredible finale at AFCON where hosts Ivory Coast secure one of the great tournament wins. Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moment of the weekend (01.30) • PART 2: Crisis at Bayern after Leverkusen defeat - next up Lazio (07.30) • PART 3a: Real Madrid thrash Girona - next up Leipzig (25.00) • PART 3b: Shock defeats for Real Sociedad & Atletico (31.00) • PART 4a: PSG prepare for Real Sociedad (36.00) • PART 4b: A great week for the Milan clubs (42.00) • PART 5: Ivory Coast win AFCON, with Daniel Storey (53.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS • theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.