L. Messi

Could Lionel Messi really leave Barcelona? And on a free transfer? Suj & James discuss arguably the greatest player of anyone's generation and whether his career at the Camp Nou could be coming to and end? The lads discuss his commercial value, his genius and what could happen if he landed in the Premier League? What would he cost as an FPL asset and what would be an acceptable amount to pay for the Argentinian magician? Plus James reminisces in the pleasure of seeing Messi live at Wembley even though he destroyed his Tottenham on the night. _________________________________________ Web: www.planetfpl.com Twitter: @PlanetFPLPod (James) / @sujanshah (Suj) Facebook: www.facebook.com/PlanetFPL Instagram: @planetfpl You Tube: www.youtube.com/planetfpl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re covering every single blade of European football grass on today’s episode of On The Continent, as Andy Brassell is joined in the studio by Lars Sivertsen and Nicky Bandini! We start with the recent high profile troubles at Barcelona, as Lionel Messi responded on social media to Eric Abidal’s outburst. There’s also time for a wider look at the Catalan side’s struggles over the last few seasons, as repeated signings haven’t worked out and fans intermittent fears that Lionel Messi’s final years are being wasted. Elsewhere, Roberto Soldado grabbed two goals to take Granada into the semi-finals of the Copa Del Rey at the expense of Valencia, who themselves were left infuriated by VAR. We then swing over to Germany for a look at this week’s DFB-Pokal as elite own-foot-shooters Borussia Dortmund lost 3-2 to Werder Bremen, despite a cracking debut goal from American prodigy Giovanni Reyna. There’s all that plus the virtues of shooting from impossible angles, Gennaro Gattuso’s late night whispers and the upcoming Milan derby! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back for some more continental conversation with a new episode of On The Continent! With James whisked away to Italy, Andy and Lars are joined by Mark Langdon, football editor of the Racing Post! After making the obligatory case for Lionel Messi’s defence in light of his sixth Ballon d’Or win, we get stuck into some intriguing La Liga action as Atlético lose to Barcelona - thanks to a goal from the aforementioned Argentine. We discuss the difficulties Diego Simeone faces bedding new players into his specific system and their distinct lack of goals. We also talk about Lille's impressive run of form, including Jonathan Ikone’s winner against Lyon and an impressive performance from forgotten man Renato Sanches. There's also chat about Cagliari’s mental win over Sampdoria and our Games of the Week! Correspondence? Fire away: [email protected] or find us on social media by searching 'Football Ramble Daily'. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexi and Mosse examine the Chicago Fire's relocation and MLS stadiums in the State of the Union (3:21). Also, Lionel Messi's future after an outspoken interview is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (17:08). Then, Sargent vs. Zardes, the 2026 World Cup and Alexi's experience as a volunteer referee are looked at in Ask Alexi (26:31). Finally, Zlatan's goal record with the Galaxy, the Champions League group stage and a busy Premier League weekend headline The Back Three (37:32). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ciao amici miei! We’re back with another episode of On The Continent, and Lionel Messi’s loose lips are the talk of today’s town. We discuss his recent Sport interview where he noted he may well move on to pastures new should Barcelona not win more trophies, as well as assessing his club’s start to the season. Elsewhere we take a look at the recent international break as Portugal tonked Lithuania, Antoine Griezmann missed another penalty in France’s win and Italy saw off Finland. Andy also looks ahead to RB Leipzig vs Bayern this weekend, and James discusses Fiorentina fans’ dislike of Juventus ahead of their game on Saturday. To get in touch, it's [email protected] or search 'Football Ramble Daily' on social media. Football Ramble Live is coming to a town near you! Head to ramblelive.com to get your tickets for an evening of laughs, exclusive content and an unfiltered Pete Donaldson. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Virgil van Dijk takes top prize as Lionel Messi beats Cristiano Ronaldo: Uefa Awards in pictures The National

Gareth Bale must leave Real Madrid, according to his boss Zinedine Zidane and Spanish football journalist Dermot Corrigan explains why the club are willing to take a big financial hit to make it happen (01:27). He also explains how the relationship between Bale and Zidane broke down, and what impact the return of Neymar could have on Lionel Messi staying at Barcelona (13:08). Sky Sports News reporters Dharmesh Sheth and Kaveh Solhekol then zone in on north London to assess Arsenal's activity - with the club after two Tottenham targets (24:00). 'Mr Everton' aka Sky Sports News reporter Al Myers joins the show to explain why new arrivals could mean a major exit at Goodison Park (36:35). The panel discuss whether a potential record-breaking signing at Newcastle could inspire fans once again (44:36) - plus we round up all the other major deals including an update on Manchester United target Bruno Fernandes (46:51). 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]

Host Jo Wilson is joined in the studio by Sky Sports News reporters Dharmesh Sheth and Kaveh Solhekol to discuss all the latest transfer news. Spanish football expert Graham Hunter reveals how Lionel Messi is playing a key role in Barcelona's pursuit of Neymar (01:04). He also discusses the growing tension at Real Madrid over Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba (10:35). Tottenham's business is assessed as they look to offload players and sign a back-up striker (22:00), while Arsenal's hunt for a winger is discussed (28:10). Romelu Lukaku's future is on the agenda after Antonio Conte spoke publically about his desire to bring the forward to Inter Milan (41:13). North East reporter Keith Downie rings in to give us the lowdown on Newcastle after they appointed Steve Bruce as head coach (48:00). 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]

Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez and Neymar formed an all-time great attack The scoring numbers posted by the trio labelled ‘the...

Incredible scenes on the end of Lionel Messi’s foot at the Camp Nou have left us as giddy as a certain anchor’s aunt. We look back at the setbacks that Liverpool and Spurs faced in Europe, rate Ajax’s chances of winning the damn thing and also wonder if Brendan Rodgers might be the crucial element in deciding where the Premier League title parks itself come the end of the season. Along the way we speculate on the behind the scenes history of the Scholes family, wonder if time is running out for Andros Townsend to prove Marcus right and probably use the word “effluvia” too much. Standard procedure, really. This show is sponsored by bet365 Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us here: [email protected] ***Please take the time to rate and review us on iTunes or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Further reading: Lionel Messi continues his absurd record against Premier League clubs: https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/european/barcelona-vs-liverpool-fc-lionel-messi-goals-record-champions-league-ucl-a8895911.html Moussa Sissoko warns you not to write off Spurs against Ajax: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2019/may/01/tottenham-champions-league-ajax Jurgen Klopp needs a favour from his landlord: https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11712/11704063/leicesters-brendan-rodgers-responds-to-jurgen-klopps-landlord-joke The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.