Ball And Banter

Send us a textFollowing on from last weeks episode, the BnB members now have three choices each for their best midfield duo's! The members have kept their choices secret so there will be a quiz question to determine the order the members get to reveal their choices! Who will get the armband this episode?!?Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a textIn this episode the Ball and Banter members each make two choices for their two best defensive duo's! In true Ball and Banter style there will be a quiz question to determine the order in which the members get to go in!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a textIn the first episode of a new 'Last 5' mini series, the Ball and Banter members review and rate each of the last 5 signings made by Rafa Benitez at Liverpool! Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a textIn this birthday celebration episode, the Ball and Banter members discuss a variety of topics, some football related some not! As we have a more laid back personal episode. A massive thank you to ALL of our listeners who have supported and followed us over our 4 years!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a textIn this episode the Ball and Banter members discuss whether Manchester United and England legend David Beckham is overrated or underrated! Each member will put forward their own case as to whether Beckham is overrated or underrated!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a textIn this episode the BnB members review the transfer window in the following categories:- Best Bargain!- Most Random Signing!- Best Signing!We also cover:- Ivan Toney Deal- Scott McTominay deal- Raheem Sterling joining Arsenal- Jadon Sancho joining Chelsea- Chiesa being Liverpool's only signingPlus discussions about many more transfers!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a Text Message.In this episode the BnB members discuss the positions our teams need to strengthen ahead of the last week before the transfer window closes!topics include:- Man Utd's window so far and what else they need!- Do Liverpool need to buy anyone?- Arsenal's window so far and what else they need!- Recap on West Ham's signings!- Have Villa bought well?- Brief recap of gameweek 1 of the premier league!Support the Show.Ball And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a Text Message.In this episode the BnB members predict the following categories:- Champions- Top 4- Surprise Package (team)- Teams to be Relegated- Top Goalscorer - Young Player to Watch- First Manager SackedSupport the Show.Ball And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a Text Message.In this episode the BnB members discuss whether the expectations on England during Euro 2024 were unrealistic. We discuss England's previous tournament history and whether has Pep Guardiola has spoilt Premier League fans and in turn created a false sense of reality?Support the Show.Ball And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a Text Message.In this episode the BnB members choose and discuss players of dual nationality who chose to play for the bigger 'Western World' nations over their 'Motherland' nation. All players discussed are part of Euro 2024!Support the Show.Ball And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a Text Message.In this episode the BnB members discuss why England have been struggling in their opening two Euro 2024 games! We also give our line up for England's final group game vs Slovenia!Support the Show.Ball And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a Text Message.In this episode the BnB members discuss the following categories:- Nation to concede the most goals- Nation to score the most goals- Player to watch- Dark horse (team)- Player to win the golden boot- Euro 2024 winner- Strongest England starting line up- What to do with Foden & TrentSupport the Show.Ball And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a Text Message. In this episode the BnB members choose their winners of the following categories:- Manager of the season - Player of the season - Alternative Player of the Season - Young player of the season - Underachiever of the season (team) - Overachiever of the season (team) - Best signing - Worst signing - Flop of the season Support the Show.Ball And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

Send us a Text Message.In this African themed episode the BnB members have to choose between African football legends from the past and present! There is also a Ball and Banter quiz to determine the order that the members get to go in! Who will win the armband this week?!?Support the Show.Ball And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode the Ball and Banter members discuss their favourite memories from this year's African Cup of Nations! Support the Show.Ball And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode we cover:- Villa and the Conference League!- West Ham & Liverpool in the Europa League!- Arsenal & City in the Champions League!- Premier League title race! + Premier League prediction!- Championship title race + automatic and play off winners prediction Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode each BnB member puts forward their two choices for 'Worst January Signings!' Before that there is a quiz to determine the order in which the members get to go in! Who will win the armband this week! Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode we discuss whether Barcelona and Spain legend Sergio Busquets is overrated or underrated! Each BnB member will put forward their own case as to whether Busquets is overrated or underrated!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode the Ball And Banter members discuss the following topics:- Can Villa make the Champions League?- Can Everton escape relegation after their 10 points deduction?- Should VAR be permanently deleted?- Are stats overrated?Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

This is episode the BnB members start, bench or sell some of the biggest names, past and present from the world of football!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode the Ball And Banter Team put their thinking caps on and come up with the Premier League predictions on the following topics:- Champions- Top 4- Relegation- Top Scorer- First Manager Sacked Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode each BnB member puts forward two of their favourite memories from the 2023 Women's World Cup! in true BnB style there is a quiz to determine the order that the members get to go in! Which member will win the quiz this week!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In our first episode in our 4th season covering the premier league, this episode is Wild Predictions! Each BnB member puts forward three wild predictions for the 2023/24 Premier League season!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode the BnB members discuss the pros and cons of the Saudi Super League!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode all BnB members come up with a combined 11 from United 1999 and City 2023 teams! Rounded off by Sir Alex Ferguson Vs Pep Guardiola!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode we come up with Ball And Banter's combined Premier League Team of the Season! In true BnB style there will be a quiz to determine the order that the members get to go in! Before we start the episode we have a chat and add our opinion to the Vini Jr racism scandal!Time Stamps:Vini Jr Racism: 04.31BnB's Team of the Season: 24.31Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode each BnB member puts forward two candidates for their favourite football console games! From FIFA 96 to Pro Evolution Soccer to Viva Football to FIFA Street Football! We got every classic football game covered! In true Ball And Banter style, there is also a La Liga themed quiz to determine the order that the members get to go in! Who will win the armband this week!?!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

With Brentford and England striker Ivan Toney being banned from all football for 8 months after accepting breaking 232 FA betting rules we thought that this would be a good time to discuss gambling in football! This episode's first half hour we also cover the last week in football!Topics include:- West Ham reaching the Conference League final!- City in the champions league final!- The championship play final!- Sheffield Wednesday's comeback Vs Peterborough!Then we move on to the bulk of the episode:- Gambling in football!Ending with:- BnB members prediction for all the above finals! Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In today's episode BnB members have a general football talk! Topics include:- Is the Premier League a farmer's league?- Mini leagues within the Prem!- Newcastle's spending Vs Chelsea's!- M62 Beef!- Haaland Vs Shearer Vs Andy Cole!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode each BnB member puts forward three biggest football traitor transfers! In true Ball And Banter style there will be a quiz to determine the order in which the members get to go in! Who will win the armband this week?!?Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

With recent football feuds between Bayern Munich's Leroy Sane and Sadio Mane we thought this would be great timing to go through football history and discuss the juiciest football fights!  Mostly in the Premier League but a few international beefs! In true Ball and Banter style there will be a quiz to determine the order in which the members get to go in! Who will win the armband this week!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

With manager sackings at an all time high this season in the Premier League, We thought this would be the perfect time to discuss the managerial merry go round!Topics include:Potter's sacking from Chelsea!Rodgers leaving Leicester!Conte's implosion!Vieira's sacking!Lampard's return at Chelsea!Palace running back to uncle Roy!What new managers will get appointed?Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode BnB members discuss each team involved in the relegation dogfight! From Crystal Palace in 12th down to bottom team Southampton! At the time of recording only 4 points separated the nine teams involved in the relegation dogfight!*Episode was recorded before last weekends fixtures!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode we have come up with a combined 11 of free agents who's contract ends this summer!  Each BnB member will put forward their candidates for each position! The only rule is there is a maximum of 3 players from one domestic league! And to determine the order which each member gets to put forward their candidates we will have a BnB Quiz! Who will win the armband this week?!?!* At the time of recording all players in the team contract expires at the end of the season.Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode of Ledge Or Wedge, Ball And Banter member MJ is joined by Talksports & sky sports producer & broadcaster Toni Afoke! For those of you that don't know, Ledge Or Wedge is a game that we play with guests of the show! The rules are simple! We create a list of club legends from our guests supported team! We pair up the legends! And our guest has to choose between the legends! The player chosen is the ledge! leaving the other player as the wedge!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode each BnB member adds their own thoughts on the FFP allegations against Man City in our own unique way! Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode MJ, Ibrahim & Kojo round up:Arsenal 1 Vs 1 BrentfordLeicester 4 Vs 1 SpursLeeds 0 Vs 2 Man UtdMan City 3 Vs 1 VillaAnd Preview this weekends games:Man Utd Vs LeicesterNewcastle Vs Liverpool Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode each BnB member puts forward two candidates for their signing of the January transfer window! And we wrap up the episode by discussing which clubs were the winners and losers of the transfer window too! As per usual there's a quiz to determine the order that the members get to go in! Who will win the armband this week!?!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode the BnB members each put forward examples of when managers go mad! It could be on the touchline with other managers or players in some occasions and in press conferences! Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this bonus episode BnB member and Liverpool fan K-Sarp goes on an all out attack on Arsenal potentially "bottling" the title and Man Utd and their poor strikeforce! Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode the BnB members get to put forward 3 candidates each for good transfers! Their first option has to be a good transfer from the 90's, their second option has to be a good transfer from the 2000's and their last option has to be a good transfer from 2010+As per usual there will be a quiz to determine the order that members get to go in! Who will win the armband this week!?!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode the BnB members review the Premier League season so far with it pretty much at the halfway point! Also we rate our supported teams thus far in GCSEs A-F style!We discuss:- Relegation battle!- Mid table teams!- Teams fighting for Europe!- In depth talk on the top 4 battle! - Has Haaland unbalanced City??- Can Arsenal do the unthinkable??- Has Ten Hag got Utd, United???- Can Newcastle hang on in the top 4??- What's going on with Liverpool and Chelsea?!?Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode the Ball And Banter members come up with a Team Of The Tournament for the Qatar World Cup! Each member will put forward their candidate in a round robin style! As always there's a Ball And Banter quiz to determine the order that members get to go in! Who will win the armband this week?!?!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

On this bonus christmas episode the BnB members take on a special Boxing Day Quiz! Which member will win and get the bragging rights over christmas and the new year??Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this favourite memories episode we look back at World Cup Germany 2006! As per usual Each Ball And Banter member puts forward their 3 favourite memories from this world cup! Before that in true Ball And Banter style there's a themed quiz to determine the order that members get to go in! Who will win the armband this week??!!??Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode the Ball And Banter members preview the World Cup final between Argentina and France! We also do a combined starting 11 too!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this favourite memories episode we look back at World Cup South Korea and Japan 2002! As per usual Each Ball And Banter member puts forward their 3 favourite memories from this world cup! Before that in true Ball And Banter style there's a themed quiz to determine the order that members get to go in! Who will win the armband this week??!!??Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode MJ gets the Ball And Banter members to choose between one French player and one English player in what should be an epic showdown!Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode the Ball And Banter members discuss the world cup in general and give our predictions on the following criteria:- How far will England go?- world cup winners- golden boot- dark horse- best young playerSupport the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this episode Ball And Banter member MJ is joined by Eurosport's news editor and author Ibrahim Mustafa! We diasect England's world cup squad and our choices for:- England prediction- Winners- Golden Boot- Dark Horses- Best Young Player Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw

In this favourite memories episode we look back at World Cup France 98! As per usual Each Ball And Banter member puts forward their 3 favourite memories from this world cup! Before that in true Ball And Banter style there's a World Cup themed quiz to determine the order that members get to go in! Who will win the armband this week??!!??Support the showBall And Banter Website:https://ballandbanter.buzzsprout.comBall And Banter Instagram Page:https://Instagram.com/ball_and_banterBall And Banter YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UC_d9jnnTdxAoReNZUkW8xDw