4ThreeThree - The Global Football Podcast

It is hard to think of any one man that has dominated a World Cup in the way Diego Armando Maradona dominated the 1986 World Cup in Mexico.In one monumental game against England in the Quarter Finals, Maradona displayed his full reportoire of skill and artistry, hand in hand with his devilry. The goal he scored to put Argentina 2-0 ahead has gone down as "The Goal of the Century", and who would argue with that?However his first goal, his infamous "Hand of God" goal, at once revealed the lengths to which professional footballers would go to win matches. It also demonstrated the limitations of match officials. An ever increasing global television audience, more in depth studio analysis of the game as well as better use of television technology, gave the television viewer a greater view of incidents on the field of play than even match officials. As well as examining the "Hand of God" incident and its immediate aftermath, we also look at the roots of the England Argentina rivalry and how and why it continued to develop.

The 1982 World Cup finals in Spain promised to be one of the great World Cups. A galaxy of stars had gathered. Platini, Zico, Socrates, Keegan, Dalglish and an emerging Diego Maradona.The Brazil team of 1982 is almost as fabled as their 1970 predecessors and have gone down as the greatest team to have never won the World Cup. As well as the great football on offer, the 1982 World Cup also offered up its fair share of drama. There was the scandalous collusion between West Germany and Austria in the final group game that sent home minnows Algeria. But the starring role in infamy goes to German goalkeeper Harald Schumacher who's shocking challenge on Patrick Battiston left the Frenchman in a coma. The referee and linesman were both unaware or unwilling to take the necessary action. Video replays showed the glaring error of the match officials to a global audience. Once again, viewers at home had a better view of the incident than the officials on the field of play.

In episode 1 of our podcast series "The Road to VAR" we take a look at Geoff Hurst's controversial goal against West Germany in the 1966 World Cup Final.Did it cross the line? More importantly, how did the officials come to their decision and what does modern technology have to say about this most famous (infamous depending on your allegiances!) of incidents. It was arguably the first time in modern footballing history that video and photographic evidence was used to discuss the merits of the referee's decision that day. It would not be the last.

The 2018 FIFA World Cup introduced the Video Assisted Referee to the game of football for the very first time. However, the seeds for its introduction were laid years before.In this first documentary series from The 4ThreeThree Global Football Podcast, we will look at some of the most controversial incidents in the history of the game and examine how these controversies laid the groundwork for the eventual introduction of VAR. From Geoff Hurst's controversial extra-time goal at Wembley in 1966, Maradona's infamous "Hand of God" goal, to Frank Lampard's goal that never was in the 2010 World Cup, football is littered with controversies that changed the course of sporting history. With each passing controversy, television technology was rapidly advancing and asking serious questions over the competency of match referees.Forthcoming episodes:Episode 1 - England v West Germany 1966 Word Cup Final Epsode 2 - West Germany v France, 1982 World Cup SFEpisode 3 - Argentina v England, 1986 World Cup QFEpisode 4 - Italy v France, 2006 World Cup FinalEpisode 5 - France v Rep. of Ireland, 2009 World Cup QualifierEpisode 6 - Germany v England, 2010 World Cup Round of 16

Another thrilling weekend of Premier League action and our regular team of sports journalists run their eye over all the major talking points. I'm joined by sports journalist and broadcaster Ben Jacobs and sports journalist Tom Ward as we examine the wreckage at Old Trafford after Arsenal won their first game at United in 14 years! Tom Ward is a happy man as Chelsea continue their impressive start to the season with their exciting forward line given a run for their money by an increasingly disciplined back-line. Liverpool and City both ground out vital wins as the Premier League table starts to take shape. Ben is on Champions League duty this week and looks ahead to some mouth watering clashes including Atalanta v Liverpool and Real Madrid v Inter Milan.

In the first episode of our interview series "1-on-1" we spoke with Dev Bajwa about his timely new book called "The Football Spider-Web: How the Beautiful Game Has Evolved". Host Jaseem was joined by 4ThreeThree regulars and sports journalists Ben Jacobs, Tom Ward and Zach Mayford to discuss the new book in light of the COVID-19 crisis, Project Big Picture and the oft threatened European Super League breakaway. You can buy the book at Amazon and is available in both paperback and Kindle formats. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Football-Spider-Web-Beautiful-Evolved-ebook/dp/B08KRJT3P3/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=dev+bajwa&qid=1603873359&sr=8-1

Welcome to another episode of The 4ThreeThree Global Football Podcast! On today's podcast we are joined by our regular panel of journalists in Ben Jacobs, Tom Ward and Zach Mayford and are joined by YouTuber and author Dev Bajwa. The team round up the mani talking points from the weekends Premier League action including: Old Trafford stalemate - who went away the happier manager after the 0-0 draw between Man Utd and Chelsea, OGS or Frank Lampard? Chelsea's improving defence Harry Maguire...just, why? Everton indiscipline and defeat. Southampton resurgence Liverpool resilience Man City soft under belly And...what exactly is the Manchester United way?

Welcome to our weekly round up show. On todays pod we are joined by regular guests, writer and broadcaster Ben Jacobs, football journalist Tom Ward and sports journalist Zach Mayford as we take a look back at another frenetic weekend of Premier League action. Liverpool were thrashed by Aston Villa 7-2, Manchester United went down 6-1 against Spurs and Leeds and Manchester City served up a football masterclass. As well as all the Premier League action, we also cover all the ins and outs of Transfer Deadline day, before wrapping up with a look at the recent Champions League group stage draw.

Another action-packed weekend of Premier League football! Join host Jaseem and football journalists Ben Jacobs, Tom Ward and Zach Mayford as they pick through the best of the weekends action. On the pod today: VAR - the PL has gone handball crazy with penalties given left, right and centre! Manchester City are blitzed by Jamie Vardy and the Foxes, whilst the Red half of Manchester celebrate a winning goal scored AFTER the final whistle! Jose Mourinho is demanding respect man...respect...RESPECT!! While David Moyes is the quarantine King as he guides his Hammers team to a Zoom inspired win over the hapless Wolves. All that and more including some cunning Fantasy League tips!

A round up of all the weekends fixtures in the English Premier League starting with the biggest game of the season so far with Chelsea hosting the champions Liverpool. As well as an EPL round-up we also discuss all the latest transfer news and a look at Borussia Dortmunds Young Guns tearing up the Bundesliga. Join host Jaseem and sports journalists Ben Jacobs, Tom Ward and Zach Mayford.

The Premier League is back and we take a look at the first round of weekend fixtures. Joining us to discuss all the talking points are journalist and broadcaster Ben Jacobs, Football writer at "FootballFanCast" and "Transfer Tavern" Tom Ward and sports journalist and founder of DZ Sport Youcef Dahmani. As well as a round of of the Premier League we'll be taking a look at the transfer activities of Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United. In Europe, Le Classique served up a volatile clash between the two French rivals with 5 players being sent off.

Welcome to the 4ThreeThree Global Football Podcast, a podcast about the beautiful game around the world. As well as a look at the big leagues across Europe, we'll also be delving into the farther reaches of the sport. From football in the Middle East to the rise of women's football, this podcast will shine a light on the global game. We will also be launching a documentary series with the first series looking at the most controversial moments in the history of the sport, and how those controversies eventually led to the introduction of VAR - the Video Assisted Referee.