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How crucial is Bukayo Saka to England’s chances of success? Have they finally broken the mental pressures of a penalty shootout? Should England stick with the change in formation for the semi-final against the Netherlands? Gary and Micah reflect on England’s performance that saw them beat Switzerland on penalties in the quarter-finals of Euro 2024. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Right, it’s time to get stuck into the football as Groups A and B come under the microscope. Mac Millings is back to happily reminisce about the USA’s surprising performance as hosts, give the Swiss some praise and wax lyrical about Gheorghe Hagi. Pete Watson, lecturer in Latin American Studies, takes us through the dark story of Colombian football and the tragic end for Andreas Escobar. And Gary Naylor runs through Brazil’s strong start and explains why Sweden were worthy of their FIFA ranking. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nessundorma.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is the one key thing that will make England’s switch to a back three a success? How difficult is it to change formation and tactics mid-tournament? Are Spain now clear favourites to win the tournament? Gary and Micah catch up to look at England’s tactical changes for their quarter-final against Switzerland and discuss Spain and France making it through to the semi-finals. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimbo is back with Tim Spiers and Colin Millar for company after the first two quarter-finals go the distance at Euro 2024. It’s not an easy watch but France are in the semi-finals after progressing past Portugal on penalties. Charlotte Harpur is feeling optimistic about the French style but how badly do they need a Giroud up front? Spain stun hosts Germany with a victory secured in the last-minute of extra time by Mikel Merino. Seb Stafford-Bloor reflects on a German campaign where everyone can hold their heads high. Saturday will see Netherlands face Turkey and England take on Switzerland. Valentin Schnorhk tells us how the best group of players the Swiss have ever had can make history and reach a semi-final for the very first time. Produced by Charlie Jones. Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: France beat Portugal on pens with Charlotte Harpur (03.00) • PART 2: Spain 2-1 Germany with Seb Stafford-Bloor (17.00) • PART 3a: England v Switzerland preview with Valentin Schnorhk (31.00) • PART 3b: Netherlands v Turkey preview (42.00) 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.

How do England beat this strong Switzerland side? Will Mbappé or Ronaldo shine brightest in their quarter-final? Is Germany v Spain the most evenly matched game? Gary, Alan and Micah look at all four upcoming quarter-finals and discuss where the key battles will be and who will come out victorious from each. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Euros continue to plague The Soccer Sharps. They went 1-4 with their Official Plays for the Round of 16. While The Sharps believe that their reads have been sound for the most part, they simply aren't getting the rub of the green. Lady Luck has been elusive throughout these Euros, seemingly focusing her efforts on another soccer tournament taking place farther west. As always, though, The Soccer Sharps go again! Delivering 3 Official Plays, Devin and Jordan break down each of the four quarter-finals matchups taking place on Friday and Saturday. Matches discussed: - Spain v Germany (5:52) - Portugal v France (14:15) - England v Switzerland (21:38) - Netherlands v Turkiye (30:30) Need a new book with a nice sign-up bonus for The Summer of Soccer? Get the best deals in your area from our personal favorite sportsbooks for soccer betting: http://signupexpert.com/soccersharps 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

Suj has arrived in Portugal and joins James to discuss the recent wave of swap deals involving Premier League clubs which some may describe as collusion to beat Profit and Sustainability Reporting ahead of the June 30th financial year end. But has anyone actually done anything wrong? There's details on the swap deals that have been done, the importance of pure profit and amortisation for accounting purposes, whether the 7 identified clubs in danger of breaching PSR feel they have done enough, the surprising name that became desperate to sell and if anyone has breached when we will find out if they have. Plus, the movement of promising young players assessed, why the Premier League will assess if Fair Market Value trading has been adhered to and the future of PSR. Tomorrow on Planet FPL: Ask James live stream at 12pm BST with an audio of the stream posted shortly after conclusion Today on Patreon: Suj's Road Trip to Portugal and Talking Tactics on England v Switzerland For the full Planet FPL schedule this week, including our offering on Patreon view this post: https://www.patreon.com/posts/schedule-july-107229643 Want to become a member of our FPL and SkyFF community and support the Podcast? 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 Follow Clayton on Twitter: https://twitter.com/claytsAFC Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PlanetFPL Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/planetfpl Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planetfpl #PremierLeague #Transfers #SwapDeal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lioness Izzy Christiansen and journalist Henry Winter join Juliette Ferrington to look ahead to England's Euro 2024 quarter final against Switzerland. England fan Paul from Maximo Park shares his experience of playing in the fan zones in Germany. Plus Sky Sports' Rob Dorsett brings us the very latest from England training, whilst Ron Walker casts his eye over the other matches this weekend. Keep across Sky Sports News and the website and app for all the latest from these Euros. 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]

Musa and Ryan chat about Turkey’s 2-1 win over Austria, which will send Ralf Rangnick’s side home even though they were being tipped to go far (03:00). They also chat about the Netherlands’ impressive 3-0 win over Romania (12:17), before looking ahead to the quarterfinals, including Spain vs. Germany and whether England will have to change things for the Switzerland game. p.s. Don’t forget to preorder the new Stadio merch here! Hosts: Ryan Hunn and Musa Okwonga Producer: Ryan Hunn Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher 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.

Clayton and James discuss the 4 games played at the weekend in The Euros which included England's dramatic victory against Slovakia where The Three Lions were only seconds away from elimination before Jude Bellingham's incredible equaliser. Did England deserve their victory? What went well, what didn't and will England likely change anything for Saturday's quarter final with Switzerland? There's discussion on the strengths of The Swiss following their excellent victory against a bad Italy and there's also a review of Germany and Spain's victories. Plus, how the Euro Fantasy weekend went and James might be holding off from Wildcarding this week. Tomorrow on Planet FPL: Planet FPL on Euro 2024 discussing the two games on Monday Today on Patreon: Extra Time on England and Slack Stories For the full Planet FPL schedule this week, including our offering on Patreon view this post: https://www.patreon.com/posts/schedule-july-107229643 Want to become a member of our FPL and SkyFF community and support the Podcast? 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 Follow Clayton on Twitter: https://twitter.com/claytsAFC Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PlanetFPL Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/planetfpl Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planetfpl #EuroFantasy #Euro2024 #EuropeanChampionship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimbo is joined by Tom Williams, Mark Carey, Daniel Storey and Kristof Terreur after another day of drama at Euro 2024. England are through to the quarter-finals after a last-gasp comeback against Slovakia. But it’s yet another unconvincing display from Gareth Southgate’s side. With Switzerland coming next, what can the England manager do to get them firing? Is Phil Foden the one who has to make way? Georgia give Spain a scare but La Roja show their class in a 4-1 win. Up next - Germany. Monday’s last 16 ties will see France take on Belgium in the latest chapter in their rivalry. And Portugal face Slovenia with a certain Cristiano Ronaldo looking to finally get on the scoresheet. Produced by Charlie Jones. Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: England 2-1 Slovakia (02.30) • PART 2: Spain 4-1 Georgia (19.00) • PART 3a: France v Belgium preview (28.00) • PART 3b: Portugal v Slovenia preview (40.00) 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.

Ron Walker brings you all the reaction to England's dramatic extra-time win over Slovakia in Euro 2024. Hear from manager Gareth Southgate, player of the match Jude Bellingham, ex-England boss Sam Allardyce, and former defender Michael Dawson. England will next face Switzerland in the quarter finals on Saturday. 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]

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse broke down the first pair of matches in the Euros Round of 16 and Copa América Matchday 3. Germany and Switzerland both advanced, while the Euros defending champions Italy were eliminated. Jamal Musiala becomes Germany’s youngest goal scorer in the Euros knockout stage, with his third goal of the tournament. In Copa América Group A, Argentina booked their ticket to the knockout round, defeating Peru 2-0 without Messi. Jesse Marsch and Canada also clinched their spot, making this their first appearance in the Copa América knockout round. (1:35) To wrap the show, Alexi and Mosse discussed transfer news, including Sergiño Dest’s permanent move to PSV. (26:26) Presented by Zillow #Zillow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimbo's joined by Adrian Clarke and Sasha Goryunov to look back on an eventful first evening of round of 16 ties at Euro 2024. We begin in Dortmund, where there was lightning, thunder and torrential rain - but it didn't stop Germany from getting the job done in a 2-0 victory over Denmark which wasn't without VAR drama. Seb Stafford-Bloor checks in from a wet and wild Westfalenstadion. Then to Berlin - where holders Italy crashed out of the tournament following a pretty dismal showing against Switzerland in a 2-0 defeat. Michael Cox and James Horncastle are on hand to bring reaction - and ponder what next for the Azzurri and their manager Luciano Spalletti. Finally, it's all eyes on the next two round of 16 ties coming our way on Sunday - with Spain taking on Georgia after England face Slovakia in Gelsenkirchen. Kristian Flak drops in to bring us a flavour of the mood from Bratislava ahead of the game. Produced by Lucy Oliva. Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Germany 2-0 Denmark with Seb Stafford-Bloor (2.55) • PART 2: Switzerland 2-0 Italy with Michael Cox & James Horncastle (14.15) • PART 3a: England v Slovakia preview with Kristian Flak (31.20) • PART 3b: Spain v Georgia preview (41.15) 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.

Are the Swiss now favourites to reach the final from their half of the draw? Is the Germans ability to adapt one of their big strengths? If Kobbie Mainoo is the only change to the England starting XI, is that enough? Gary, Alan & Micah also discuss the role VAR played in the Germany v Denmark game and why the handball law is so flawed. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Musa and Ryan react to Germany’s 2-0 win over Denmark in a stormy Dortmund (01:51), thanks to a penalty from Kai Havertz, a brilliant Jamal Musiala goal and a pair of controversial VAR decisions in a matter of minutes. They then move onto Switzerland’s brilliant performance, where they eliminated holders Italy in Berlin earlier in the day (15:33). Hosts: Ryan Hunn and Musa Okwonga Producer: Ryan Hunn Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher 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.

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On today's pod, we discuss Germany's late drama vs Switzerland, Lukaku playing better than some may give him credit for and the Scots marching out at yet another group stage. Plus, we wonder if English fans are having a little too much fun piling on this team, we analyze the pressure on Brazil to perform at Copa '24 and we share out thoughts on Michael Olise's expected move to Bayern Munich. --- 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.

With Suj travelling through France on the way to Portugal, and Clayton partying in Czechia, James brings a European flavour to the Podcast as he's joined by Calin Mates to discuss his pride in Romania's performances so far, the view on England from afar and to review the 8 games played ay The Euros from Friday through to last night's Group A conclusion. The Podcast includes discussion on the 2nd matchdays played in Groups D, E and F which included Portugal and Cristiano clinching top spot, France drawing with The Netherlands after Austria had impressed in Group D and Group E hangs in the balance with all 4 teams level on 3 points after Belgium's victory against Calin's Romania. Scotland's dreams of qualification are over after a late late defeat to Hungary and Germany left it late too, clinching top spot with a draw against Switzerland. Plus, there's discussion on the outside view of England, how they're performing and expectations, which also leads into debates on the quality of international managers/coaches and media criticism. Follow Calin on Twitter/x: https://twitter.com/MrCalinMates And you can view Calin's content at YouTube his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/FotbalEnglezPunctRO If you want to join our Euro Fantasy mini league the code is - 1LoPXq Tomorrow on Planet FPL: Clayton joins James to review tonight's games in Group B and preview England's game with Slovenia For the full Planet FPL schedule this week, including our offering on Patreon view this post: https://www.patreon.com/posts/106776377 Want to become a member of our FPL and SkyFF community and support the Podcast? 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 Follow Clayton on Twitter: https://twitter.com/claytsAFC Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PlanetFPL Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/planetfpl Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planetfpl #EuroFantasy #Euro2024 #EuropeanChampionship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.

On this week's pod Morayo is joined by Disu. German Dan and Semmy Germany draws with Switzerland and tops group England draw with Denmark and comments from Rice and Kane Saturdays Fixtures Euro 2024 Awards Listeners Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gordon Duncan, Gordon Dalziel & Mark Wilson are on the banks of the Rhein at the Tanzbrunnen Rheinterrassen Taking your calls as they look back at the Scotland v Switzerland as well as speaking to the Tartan Army in the bar Plus will Gordon Dalziel finally win at Beat the Pundit in Germany and discussing teh fact Rangers might not be able to use Ibrox in August as well as their new signing Connor Barron

Hayley McQueen and Juliette Ferrington are joined by former striker Kris Boyd to look back on Scotland's 1-1 draw with Switzerland, that keeps alive their Euros 2024 hopes. We also hear from singer-songwriter Nathan Evans who has been out in Germany to play for the Tartan Army. Keep across Sky Sports News and skysports.com for all the news, views and interviews from these Euros. 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]

Scotland fan and EFL Fantasy Podcast co-host Angus McPhail joins James to discuss Day 1 of Matchday 2 at The European Championship which included a much improved Scotland claiming a draw with Switzerland that leave them with qualification to the knockout stage in their hands. There's discussion on Scotland's performance, the change in tactics from Friday's dismal showing and what it would mean for them to qualify from a major tournament Group Stage for the first time. There's also coverage from the other game in the group and it's become clearer which German assets are the one's to get in Fantasy for the knockout stage and Croatia have it all to do to qualify following their 2-2 draw with Albania. Follow Angus on Twitter/x: https://twitter.com/Angus81 Follow The EFL Fantasy Podcast on Twitter/x: https://twitter.com/EFL_Fantasy If you want to join our Euro Fantasy mini league the code is - 1LoPXq Tomorrow on Planet FPL: Angus McPhail joins James to discuss the opening 3 games of Matchday 2 at The Euros including Scotland's crucial game with Switzerland Today on Patreon: England Abroad and Away Days on Clayton's trip to Gelsenkirchen For the full Planet FPL schedule this week, including our offering on Patreon view this post: https://www.patreon.com/posts/content-june-106348382 Want to become a member of our FPL and SkyFF community and support the Podcast? 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 Follow Clayton on Twitter: https://twitter.com/claytsAFC Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PlanetFPL Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/planetfpl Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planetfpl #EuroFantasy #Euro2024 #EuropeanChampionship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will the Scots progress to the knockout stages after a hard fought point against Switzerland? Have Germany found Kai Havertz’s best position? What changes should Gareth Southgate make to get the best out of his England team against Denmark? Gary and Micah reflect on Wednesday’s matches and also tell us what they’ve been getting up to in Berlin away from the football. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.

Alexi Lalas, David Mosse, and special guest Ari Hingst discussed Germany beating Hungary to clinch a spot in the Euro 2024 knockout round, Switzerland's tough draw against Scotland where Shaqiri scored a banger of a goal, and Croatia drawing with Albania in chaotic fashion. Tomorrow Copa America begins with Argentina and Canada set to kick off all the action. (5:58) To wrap the show, they compare the Euros to Copa America and the World Cup. Which tournament produces the most entertaining soccer? (32:38) Presented by Zillow #Zillow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gordon Duncan, Mark Wilson and Gordon Dalziel are live in Cologne as they take your phone calls reacting to Scotland's 1-1 draw with Switzerland...

Turkey 3-1 Georgia. Otherwise known as: the perfect game of football. Today, Marcus, Luke and Vish are here to once again explain why you simply must watch every game at the Euros. Imagine missing that barn burner, eh? Elsewhere, Luke enjoys Cristiano Ronaldo’s transformation into an unfashionable No.9, which brings us back to the age-old question: is Ronaldo better than Niall Quinn? Plus, the Ramblers back Scotland to be much improved in their do or die match against Switzerland. We're back on stage and tickets are out NOW! Join us at London Palladium on Friday September 20th 2024 for 'Football Ramble: Time Tunnel', a journey through football history like no other. Expect loads of laughs, all your Ramble favourites, and absolutely everything on Pete's USB stick. Get your tickets at footballramblelive.com! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: [email protected]. Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: patreon.com/footballramble. ***Please take the time to rate us on Spotify. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Suj and James discuss yesterday's two games at The Euros as Turkey won a thriller against debutants Georgia in Dortmund that had everything and Portugal left it late to beat the Czechs in Leipzig but it was largely a disappointing night for Euro Fantasy managers again. There's discussion on best options for Matchday 2 in Fantasy and coverage of enablers who have stepped forward to be considered, replacing a (likely) absent Kylian Mbappe, what those on Limitless are likely to do and James decides tro deal with his biggest problems for his transfers. If you want to join our Euro Fantasy mini league the code is - 1LoPXq Tomorrow on Planet FPL: Angus McPhail joins James to discuss the opening 3 games of Matchday 2 at The Euros including Scotland's crucial game with Switzerland Today on Patreon: England Abroad and Away Days on Clayton's trip to Gelsenkirchen For the full Planet FPL schedule this week, including our offering on Patreon view this post: https://www.patreon.com/posts/content-june-106348382 Want to become a member of our FPL and SkyFF community and support the Podcast? 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 Follow Clayton on Twitter: https://twitter.com/claytsAFC Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PlanetFPL Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/planetfpl Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planetfpl #EuroFantasy #Euro2024 #EuropeanChampionship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimbo has Sasha Goryunov, Mark Carey and Seb Stafford-Bloor alongside him for your daily dose of Euro 2024 reaction. There was late drama as Portugal snatched all three points in a 2-1 win over the Czech Republic courtesy of a stoppage time goal from super sub Francisco Conceição. Tim Spiers was in Leipzig and joined us at the final whistle. Elsewhere, Turkey and Georgia produced the game of the tournament so far in a thrilling encounter in the pouring rain in Dortmund - with teenage superstar Arda Güler scoring a wondergoal as part of a 3-1 victory for Vincenzo Montella's side. We take a closer look ahead to Wednesday's action and the second matchday for Group A and B - including the small matter of Scotland v Switzerland. Jordan Campbell stops by as we gauge the mood ahead of what could prove to be a must win game for Steve Clarke's side. Produced by Lucy Oliva. Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Portugal 2-1 Czech Republic with Tim Spiers (4.15) • PART 2a: Turkey 3-1 Georgia (11.50) • PART 3a: Transport tribulations in Germany (26.00) • PART 3b: Scotland v Switzerland preview with Jordan Campbell (31.30) • PART 3c: Germany v Hungary preview (37.00) • PART 3d: Croatia v Albania preview (42.30) 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.

Gordon Duncan, Mark Wilson and Gordon Dalziel are live in Cologne as we build up to Scotland v Switzerland tomorrow at the EUROS 2024.

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

Gordon Duncan, Mark Wilson and Gordon Dalziel are live in Cologne as the build up begins for Scotland's second EURO 2024 game against Switzerland...

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.

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.

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

'Braveheart' himself, former Scotland captain Colin Hendry chats about his time at Euro 96 The former Blackburn and Rangers defender chats to Steven Mill and Roger Hannah about the games against Holland, England & Switzerland. He draws comparisons with the opening game at France 98 and the task Steve Clarke and his men face against Germany. And of course we have to talk about that Gazza goal. Plus he takes on the 'Summer European Football Tournament Quiz' and we find out all about his Scotland team mates. To celebrate the release of this fantastic 6 part series, we are giving you the chance to win an amazing prize worth over £1,600! We have a fantastic electric oven and BBQ, Rock and Roll outdoor chairs and a state of the art projector to watch the games on. Remember stay ahead of the game with Scottish Sun Sport at TheScottishSun.co.uk SOCIALS: ✖ TWITTER | @ClydeSSB 📷 INSTAGRAM | instagram.com/clyde1ssb/ 😀 FACEBOOK | facebook.com/clyde1 ⌨ WEBSITE | clyde1.com LISTEN LIVE 🔊Via the Clyde 1 app or desktop: https://planetradio.co.uk/clyde/player/ GET IN TOUCH WITH THE TEAM 📞 Phone in: 0141 951 1025 🖥 Tweet @ClydeSSB

Former Dundee United, Blackburn and Newcastle striker Kevin Gallacher is next up with his Euro Story. Having been part of the squad at Euro 92 & 96, he managed to play his part in four games and talks to Steven Mill and Roger Hannah about his experiences. He speaks about his respect for Steve Clarke, the madness of the Scotland v Switzerland game at 96 and miming the national anthem! Plus he takes on the 'Summer European Football Tournament Quiz' and we find out all about his Scotland team mates. To celebrate the release of this fantastic 6 part series, we are giving you the chance to win an amazing prize worth over £1,600! We have a fantastic electric oven and BBQ, Rock and Roll outdoor chairs and a state of the art projector to watch the games on. Remember stay ahead of the game with Scottish Sun Sport at TheScottishSun.co.uk SOCIALS: ✖ TWITTER | @ClydeSSB 📷 INSTAGRAM | instagram.com/clyde1ssb/ 😀 FACEBOOK | facebook.com/clyde1 ⌨ WEBSITE | clyde1.com LISTEN LIVE 🔊Via the Clyde 1 app or desktop: https://planetradio.co.uk/clyde/player/ GET IN TOUCH WITH THE TEAM 📞 Phone in: 0141 951 1025 🖥 Tweet @ClydeSSB

Manuel Akanji is our latest guest on the Official Man City Podcast. Our versatile defender joins journalist George Kelsey and ex-player Paul Dickov to talk through a range of topics. Recorded ahead of our FA Cup sixth round game with Newcastle United, Akanji discusses his route into football and how the sport has been an integral part of his life from a very early age. He chats about his quickfire move from Borussia Dortmund and how excited he was to join up with Pep Guardiola’s City. The 28-year-old reminisces about the Treble success of 2022/23 and how he will never tire of talking about that unbelievable achievement. The Swiss international looks back at key games en route to the UCL crown, including the semi-final home leg against Real Madrid and the showpiece final against Inter Milan. Our No.25 talks about his adaptability in being able to play numerous positions on the pitch including centre-half, right-back and the holding role in the middle of the park. He faces questions from fans, too, including his thoughts on fellow Swiss, Roger Federer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Poch ’n Pep treated us to another classic! Marcus, Luke, Vish and Jim relive Chelsea 4-4 Manchester City – a glorious game full of good goals, controversial goals, and goals scored with ballsacks. Join us! Elsewhere, Marcus tries to sign everyone up to the England national team, Jonathan Pearce shows off his rich knowledge of astronomy and John Hartson takes a trip to the Toby Calfery. Plus, a disastrous tifo mishap in Switzerland. Cone om! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: [email protected]. Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: patreon.com/footballramble. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The road to the MLS Cup for the Steattle Sounders has always gone through Dallas" Herc had a chat with Stefan Frei, the Seattle Sounders' goalkeeper, who keeps breaking records to be considered one of the best goalkeepers in history of MLS. Their conversation delved into Stefan's life in Switzerland, his upbringing in California, and the Sounders aspirations looking forward to their upcoming match against FC Dallas in the First ound of the MLS Cup Playoffs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With domestic action about to return, David Mooney is joined by City fans Chris Higginbottom and KC to discuss the upcoming games against Brighton and Young Boys. We get insight into the Seagulls from Brighton podcaster and writer, Ryan Adsett, while the Switzerland Co-Head Researcher for Football Manager, Oliver Zesiger, tells us what to expect from Young Boys. Also this week, we speak to the former City defender Steve Howey to hear his memories about his time at Maine Road, including a relegation and a promotion - and the disagreement that sparked his exit under Kevin Keegan. ========== To get bonus podcasts or to listen without the ads, join our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gary is joined by Ted Suihkonen, Director of Player Development of ice hockey side EVZ in Switzerland, to discuss the differences in player development and decision making between soccer and hockey. With a unique approach to player development and extensive experience at the professional and youth ranks in Russia, USA and Sweden, Ted discusses the following: - Technique versus Skill - 'Skeleton' model of development - Coach impact on the sidelines - Decision making in a free flowing game And much more!! Looking for session ideas? Check out new MSC 30 High Tempo Passing Exercises below: https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/product-page/30-high-intensity-passing-exercises

It's Champions League Final week... and there's a treble on the line. David Mooney is joined by a selection of guests to discuss a monumental few days. Adam Carter from StatCity.co.uk and City fan Sam Roscoe dissect the FA Cup win over Manchester United, while supporters Bob Toole and Chris Higginbottom look ahead to the tie with Inter Milan. Football historian Dr Gary James speaks to the show about City's previous European finals and the importance of this one, while Dan Burke from One Football and Dom Farrell preview the game from their hotel in Istanbul. Inter fan Francesco Porzio from CBS Sports and the Here We Go podcast gives us a view of what the mood is in the Italian camp. KC and Ciaran Murray try to lighten the mood with their alternative highlights of the season, too. ========== Don't forget, you can get ad-free episodes and bonus shows by joining our Patreon. For more details or to sign up: https://www.patreon.com/BlueMoonPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The World Cup quarterfinals are set! Musa and Ryan begin with Morocco’s incredible penalty shootout victory over Spain, which saw them through to the last eight for the first time (03:42), Portugal’s thrashing of Switzerland thanks to a Gonçalo Ramos hat-trick (20:49), Croatia’s penalty shootout win over Japan (34:14) and Brazil’s impressive victory over Korea Republic (39:43). 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.

After 17 days of non-stop action, Jimbo, Duncan Alexander, Tim Spiers and Daniel Storey take stock after another huge day at the World Cup. Portugal smash the Swiss 6-1 to progress to the quarter-finals, on an evening where all of Fernando Santos’s decisions paid off. Including dropping Cristiano Ronaldo for hat-trick hero Goncalo Ramos. Morocco become just the 4th African team ever to reach the last 8 of the World Cup. As Maher Mezahi explains, a star is born in manager Walid Regragui. But where now for Spain, who have very little to show for their thousands of passes. Plus former Netherlands winger Ryan Babel joins us to preview the Dutch team’s clash with Argentina on Friday and explain why he rapped about Louis Van Gaal. Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Portugal 6-1 Switzerland (02.00) • PART 2a: Morocco beat Spain on penalties with Maher Mezahi (13.00) • PART 2b: Highlights from the first 17 days (27.00) • PART 3: Netherlands v Argentina preview with Ryan Babel (36.00) 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.

Day 17 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup brought the upsets, as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have you covered with all the content that you need presented by State Farm! Lalas and Mosse recap Morocco's stunning victory over Spain, headlined by Yassine Bounou's key saves in the penalty shootout. Lalas and Mosse also break down Portugal's impressive victory over Switzerland, starring Goncalo Ramos' hat trick and whether Portugal is better with Cristiano Ronaldo sitting on the bench. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse talk about Gregg Berhatler's reported contract extension with USMNT and look ahead to the quarterfinals which feature tantalizing matchups such as England vs. France and Croatia vs. Brazil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The round of 16 wraps up as Portugal thrive without Ronaldo and Morocco hold steady through 120 minutes before kicking Spain out of the tournament. The Tifo team discuss the above and more, plus points are bad. This episode of The Tifo podcast is presented by JJ Bull and produced by Nathan A Clark Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lewis, Babs, Elijah and Shabs reflect on another exciting day in the World Cup as Morocco trump Spain in a penalty shootout, a new star is born as a Ronaldo-less Portugal smash Switzerland and we look ahead to the upcoming quarter final ties which promise to be tasty affairs. Link to live show tickets - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/world-cup-fracas-qfs-live-show-dec-10th-tickets-479850203877 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices