Euro Elite Football

Introducing Footy Line-ups. Your home of Footy XI's - Season Previews, Combined XI', All-Time XI, and more!The first episode is a combined XI of Bayern Munich and Barcelona sides, heading into this Tuesday's Champions League blockbuster. Support the show

I take a look at the best performers of the early season handing out my awards for player of the season, young player of the season, manager of the season, and game of the seasonSupport the show

Top 10 Premier League Takeaways of the early season. 1. Odegaard and Jesus at Arsenal2. Haaland goalscoring record 3. Mitrovic scoring goals4. Potter Magic5. North London Buzz6. Newcastle for 7th7. Gerrard in trouble 8. Man Utd to be ok9. Bournemouth not ok10. Premier League = Super LeagueIf you enjoyed this episode please follow the share, give me rating on Spotify or itunes. Support the show

Episode 9 will look at Eric Cantona's influence on Manchester United during the 1990s, the impact he had on the club, and his legacy on the Premier League.  To celebrate 30 years of Premier League football- In this series, I will be analyzing the ten greatest individual peaks of the Premier League era (1992–2022)  Looking at the players who set the league on fire, set new standards for greatness, defied logic, captured our hearts, and left their legacy on the beautiful game.  This series isn't about who won the most trophies, made the most appearances or lasted the longest. I'm looking at the players who's peaks, where the highest, who in there prime, were simply unplayable.  The best at their best. Support the show

Today I'm ranking every current Premier League manager heading into the 2022-23 Premier League season. I placed the managers into tiers. My criteria for the rankings were, which manager would a top European elite club hire first if their goal was to win the league and compete for the Champions League every season. Feel free to share your rankings with me and if you enjoyed the podcast, follow me on apple or Spotify. If you have any suggestions for future episodes, message me on Instagram.Thanks for listening. https://www.instagram.com/stobbart2327/Support the show

Episode 8 will look at Cristiano Ronaldo's back-to-back PFA player of the season awards when he turned into a global superstar for Manchester United and was pivotal in United winning a trio of Premier League titles. To celebrate 30 years of Premier League football- In this series, I will be analyzing the ten greatest individual peaks of the Premier League era (1992–2022)  Looking at the players who set the league on fire, set new standards for greatness, defied logic, captured our hearts, and left their legacy on the beautiful game.  This series isn't about who won the most trophies, made the most appearances or lasted the longest. I'm looking at the players who's peaks, where the highest, who in there prime, were simply unplayable.  The best at their best. Support the show

A podcast looking at the three biggest transfer moves of the summer so far, the mega-deals that shale up European football. Erling Haaland making the switch to Manchester City, Darwin Nunez becoming Liverpool's new center-forward and Sadio Mane swapping Merseyside for Bravia. Support the show

Episode 7 takes us to arguably the GOAT of the Premier League era. A man who Ian Wright coined 'The Micheal Jordan of the Premier League'.To celebrate 30 years of Premier League football- In this series, I will be analyzing the ten greatest individual peaks of the Premier League era (1992–2022)  Looking at the players who set the league on fire, set new standards for greatness, defied logic, captured our hearts, and left their legacy on the beautiful game.  This series isn't about who won the most trophies, made the most appearances or lasted the longest. I'm looking at the players who's peaks, where the highest, who in there prime, were simply unplayable.  The best at their best. Support the show

In Episode 6 I'm looking at Steven Gerrard's 2005-06 season but more specifically Gerrard's impact on Liverpool during this period. How good was Gerrard in his prime? How he helped Liverpool dream and achieve the unthinkable. His legacy in the Premier League and the moments that defined him as a player. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IISJfDnOnJE - West Ham goalTo celebrate 30 years of Premier League football- In this series, I will be analyzing the ten greatest individual peaks of the Premier League era (1992–2022)  Looking at the players who set the league on fire, set new standards for greatness, defied logic, captured our hearts, and left their legacy on the beautiful game.  This series isn't about who won the most trophies, made the most appearances or lasted the longest. I'm looking at the players who's peaks, where the highest, who in there prime, were simply unplayable.  The best at their best. Support the show

A super-quick podcast giving my thoughts on Erling Haaland, being officially announced as a Manchester City player.  What qualities does he bring as a center-forward? What impact will he have on City's playstyle? How will he and Pep make it work and how quickly will he score goals. Can he become one of the Premier League's best ever?If you enjoy the podcast, please share it online and rate and review it!Thanks for listening! Support the show

Episode 5 of Premier League Peaks, looks at Mohamed Salah incredible run over the past five seasons as he has become one of the faces of the Premier League, winning 2 PFA Players Players of the season and helping Liverpool win a Premier League and Champions League. To celebrate 30 years of Premier League football- In this series, I will be analyzing the ten greatest individual peaks of the Premier League era (1992–2022)  Looking at the players who set the league on fire, set new standards for greatness, defied logic, captured our hearts, and left their legacy on the beautiful game.  This series isn't about who won the most trophies, made the most appearances, or lasted the longest. I'm looking at the players whose peaks, were the highest, who in their prime, were simply unplayable.  The best at their best. Support the show

Episode 4 of Premier League Peaks looks at vintage Alan Shearer, the Newcastle and Premier League legend is the Premier League all-time top scorer. Shearer goal v Everton https://youtu.be/fgNObY2nqTYTo celebrate 30 years of Premier League football- In this series, I will be analyzing the ten greatest individual peaks of the Premier League era (1992–2022)  Looking at the players who set the league on fire, set new standards for greatness, defied logic, captured our hearts, and left their legacy on the beautiful game.  This series isn't about who won the most trophies, made the most appearances or lasted the longest. I'm looking at the players who's peaks, where the highest, who in there prime, were simply unplayable.  The best at their best. Support the show

Episode 3: I am looking at the Belgium maestro that is Kevin De Bruyne, one of the greatest offensive midfielders of his generation, De Bruyne is on course to go down in history as one of the Premier League best ever players. I look at what made him so special for City, over the last few seasons. Wolves 4-goal demolition - https://youtu.be/ys2dgD6EYMEChelsea goal - https://youtu.be/-Y0vgplcIWUTo celebrate 30 years of Premier League football- In this series, I will be analyzing the ten greatest individual peaks of the Premier League era (1992–2022)  Looking at the players who set the league on fire, set new standards for greatness, defied logic, captured our hearts, and left their legacy on the beautiful game.  This series isn't about who won the most trophies, made the most appearances or lasted the longest. I'm looking at the players whose peaks, were the highest, who in their prime, were simply unplayable.  The best at their best.  This is Premier League Peaks;Support the show

In football, fans rarely agree with one another, sometimes it's biased based upon affiliation with a certain club or player, sometimes you can look through the same lens and come to drastically different conclusions on a player's ability, the quality of a manager, the impact of a new signing.One of my favourite catchphrases in football, something I say on the euro elite football podcast, is that football,—is a game of opinions. Reasonable minds would agree, that in football, we often have to agree to disagree.With that being said, the 2022 Ballon D'or winner, for most football fans, is not a topic of controversy.Parring a huge surprise, Real Madrid and French centre forward Karim Benzema will take home his first Ballon D'or in 2022. The icing on an already marvellous cake, that has seen Benzema win five Champions Leagues, four La Liga titles and is the joint third top scorer in Champions League history with 86 goals.The French forward will now be remembered as one of the greatest players of the Champions League era and an all-time great.Today episode analyses his 2021–22 season and assesses how Karim Benzema became the frontrunner for this year's Ballon d'Or. If you enjoy the podcast - follow, rate, review and share! Support the show

Episode 1 will look Luis Suarez's iconic season in 2014 when he nearly single-handily led Liverpool to the Premier League title. Suarez scored 31 non-penalty goals in 33 appearances as he played some electric football.   Norwich 4 goals - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ynVZ5dOBh0&t=41s To celebrate 30 years of Premier League football- In this series, I will be analyzing the ten greatest individual peaks of the Premier League era (1992–2022)  Looking at the players who set the league on fire, set new standards for greatness, defied logic, captured our hearts, and left their legacy on the beautiful game.  This series isn't about who won the most trophies, made the most appearances or lasted the longest. I'm looking at the players who's peaks, where the highest, who in there prime, were simply unplayable.  The best at their best.  Support the show

In episode 2 of Premier League peaks, I will look at Wayne Rooney's 2009-10 season where he won PFA and FWA player of the season, where he become the main man for Manchester United upfront.Bicycle Kick - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=km_9ntw05pw&t=9sTo celebrate 30 years of Premier League football- In this series, I will be analyzing the ten greatest individual peaks of the Premier League era (1992–2022)  Looking at the players who set the league on fire, set new standards for greatness, defied logic, captured our hearts, and left their legacy on the beautiful game.  This series isn't about who won the most trophies, made the most appearances or lasted the longest. I'm looking at the players whose peaks, were the highest, who in their prime, were simply unplayable.  The best at their best.  This is Premier League Peaks; Support the show

To celebrate 30 years of Premier League football- In this series, I will be analyzing the ten greatest individual peaks of the Premier League era (1992–2022)  Looking at the players who set the league on fire, set new standards for greatness, defied logic, captured our hearts, and left their legacy on the beautiful game.  This series isn't about who won the most trophies, made the most appearances or lasted the longest. I'm looking at the players whose peaks, were the highest, who in their prime, were simply unplayable.  The best at their best.  This is Premier League Peaks; Season 1 will have episodes on; Cantona - Shearer - Henry - Gerrard - CR7 - Rooney - Bale - Suarez - Salah - Debruyne - Support the show

Welcome back to a new season of the Euro Elite Football Podcast. Over the next few episodes, I will be handing out my 2021-22 Premier League rankings for every position in the league. Today I'm talking center forwards, where do Harry Kane, Cristiano Ronaldo, Jamie Vardy, and others rank in my top 10? If you want to check out my writing follow me @ https://medium.com/@SJStobbartYou can also get in touch with me directly on my personal Instagram if you would like to share your rankings or suggest any ideas for future episodes! https://www.instagram.com/stobbart2327/If you enjoy the podcast, please follow, rate, and review it on Apple or Spotify.  Support the show

I break down Manchester United's all-time Premier League XI. Making my choices for the best players to play for the thirteen time Premier League champions. I pick a 4-4-2 formation and have look at some of the greats to grace a Red Devils shirt over the last few decades. From Keane, Scholes, Cantona, Rooney and more. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

I Grade all 20 Premier League clubs on their January transfer business.  Assessing every major signing and the impact they will have. I finish off the podcast with winners, losers and the best signings of the window.This was a fun one! If you enjoyed today's show please follow and give me rating on Spotify or Apple podcast.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

The start of managerial series I will be producing for the podcast over the next few months.  We start with the one, the only, Arsene Wenger. Analysing his impact on English football, the Invincible season, the peak years and the decline that followed. Finishing with assessing Wenger's legacy. If you enjoyed today's show please follow and give me rating on Spotify or Apple podcast.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

A look at the end of season Premier League awards at just past the mid-season point of the 2021-22 season. I give my picks for Player, Young Player, Manager and Goal of the season. Ranking my top 3 candidates for each award. If you enjoyed today's show please follow and give me rating on Spotify or Apple podcast. Goal of the seasonhttps://youtu.be/0kosAiIxeec - Salah Goal v Man Cityhttps://youtu.be/Oyw4fVeSQJo - Townsend Goal v Burnley https://youtu.be/kSijWrasl6w - Ziyech Goal v Tottenham https://youtu.be/8Y4IXH-thHU - Kovavic Goal v Liverpool Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

Today we're teleporting into the future. The year is 2030. I'm going to   make some predictions about the state of the league.I go through my predictions for the Premier League  big six then talk about Newcastle and the rest of the big ten.Including one off-brand prediction about the 2030 Ballon'Dor.It goes without saying really, but what the hell do I know? That's the fun of it, agree, disagree message me on social media with your takes.*Apologies for my mick making the occasional noise throughout - this will not happen again!https://twitter.com/SamStobbart1993Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

With the so-called Premier League big six taking up 6 of the top 7 Premier League spots at the half way mark of the season. I thought it was a good time to shine a light on some of the best performing players who don't ply their trade for one of the Premier Leagues elite.For clarification; The big 6 is Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester Utd and Tottenham. Today I'm going be picking my Premier League: The best XI: outside the big sixI decided to make my picks around which players are in-form, playing well, therefore rewarding them for their performance this season. I will be using a 4-3-3 formation, to celebrate some of the leagues often under-appreciated names.I will try my best to be completely unbiased. However, Any task of this nature will be subjective to some degree.  All-stats I mention in the podcast are through January 20th.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

Today im revisiting  the greatest games series. Manchester United 4-3 Real Madrid - an instant classic that convinced Roman Abramovich to buy Chelsea. The night Ronaldo single-handedly broke Manchester United's Champions League dreams with a devastating display at Old Trafford.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jx2P05wp2lE - Zidane Champions League Final Volleyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeQoylDtO4w - Match Highlights Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

On this podcast I look at how elite Level Premier League  football has entered a new era. The individual superstar has never been less important. I look at the current state of the Premier League tactically and the new era Pep, Klopp and Tuchel have ushered in to top flight football. I have taken a big picture outlook to write it,  focusing on the whole Premier League era, looking at Eric Cantona influence at Manchester United and how he would fit in today's era, we're elite sides are so focused around pressing collectively.  I look at the emphasis coaches such as Pep, Klopp and Tuchel place on tactics and micromanaging every single aspect of the game and the effect this has had on players such as Cristiano Ronaldo and PSG's front three. For example, I look at how Liverpool signed Salah and Mane, not as world-class finished products but players who fitted into a philosophy. How Manchester City are full of elite players, yet play in a collective cohesion, no star is above the system and how Tuchel won the Champions League without a recognised centre forward. All three managers have slightly different styles of play but adhere to certain principles; pressing, high-defensive lines, zonal or ball oriented marking, use of the full-backs as a vital part of the teams' identity.Do you prefer Premier League football in 2021-22? Or has the game become too pressing based?  Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

Today I'm breaking down Antonio Conte Chelsea side from the 2016/17 season. Chelsea finished with 93 points the second highest points total in league history at the time. A switch of system to a back three early in the season was the turning point.  I look at their tactics, players, memorable games and legacy. All in 10 minutes! Enjoy.Season Review Manager:

With the AFCON currently taking place and superstars Salah, Mane and Mahrez representing Egypt, Senegal and Algeria I thought now was as good as time as any to build our all-time Premier League AFCON XI. There's been a few of the Premier Leagues most iconic superstars come from Africa, so why not use this tournament as an excuse to celebrate them!This is a Premier League podcast so I'm building my team based on Premier League impact and performance only. https://medium.com/@SJStobbart - READ MY WRITING HERE!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEk1RTIf4p8 - Drogba greatest Premier League goals Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

A Whole New Ball Game is a solo hosted show, that offers weekly bite sized episodes all about the worlds biggest sport. A podcast that looks back on the Premier League era of English football (1992-)  Looking back at the greatest players, teams, games and much more. I your host Sam, will take you back on a trip down memory lane, every week, with a Premier League themed podcast.  If your a fan of the Premier League, you will be fan of this podcastSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

A podcast looking at the one and only Zlatan Ibrahimović. Breaking down his career, great games, legacy and analysing what makes Zlatan, Zlatan. Enjoy.  Individual Honours •11x Swedish player of the year •3x Ligue 1 Player of the Year •1x Serie A Top Scorer •3x Ligue 1 Top Scorer Team Honours •4x Serie A •4x Ligue 1 •2x Dutch League •1x La Liga 11 Championships in four different leagues 31 trophies in total in his career Footballing CV

Today podcast where breaking down footballing icon and legend Zinedine Zidane.  His story, greatest games, impact and legacy. Honours & Stats  - Individual Honours * 1998 Ballon D'OR * 3x FIFA Player of the Year 1998, 2000, 2002* 2006 Golden Ball Winner * Euro 2000 Player of the Tournament * 1996 Ligue 1 Player of the Year (Bordeaux)* 2x FIFA Fif Pro XI* 3x UEFA Team of the Year * 2x FIFA World Cup All-Star Team * Legion D'Honneur (First person of non-French origin to be declared Frances favourite French man)Team Honours * 1998 FIFA World Cup* 2000 UEFA European Championship * 2001/2002 UEFA Champions League* 2002/2003 La Liga * 2x Serie A * 2006 FIFA World Cup Runners-Up https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFfomw-Z4uE - Champions League Final Goalhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eSTYsMhOk8 - Zidane v Brazil Follow me @https://www.instagram.com/euro_elite_football_podcast/https://www.reddit.com/r/EuroEliteFootball/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

I recap Lionel Messi incredible tenure at Barcelona, looking through timeline of his most famous and infamous moments in a Blaugrana shirt and the records, stats and trophies he accumulated along the way.No man  in the history of football has given more joy, happiness and success to one club. For my generation football will never quite be the same again. Follow me @https://www.instagram.com/euro_elite_football_podcast/https://www.reddit.com/r/EuroEliteFootball/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

I take on the fun and completely original task of attempting to rank the 10 best attackers in Europe's top five leagues heading into the 2021-22 season. I ranked players in tiers, with players in the same tier having roughly the same value. My criteria was straight forward: I'm on of Europe's elite biggest clubs, which player do i want most if my goal is to win a championship and the champions league?Honourable Mentions - who just missed out on the top 10- Raheem Sterling (Manchester City)- Thomas Muller (Bayern Munich) - Sadio Mane (Liverpool) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

With Liverpool's title defence over. Now is as good a time as any too take stock of 2 incredible seasons, where Liverpools football peaked and they played some of the best, consistent and dominant football in Premier League history. Wining the Champions League and Premier League, finishing with 98 and 99 points and breaking awhile host of other records alone the way. I look back at the teams stats, records, star players, marquee performances  and legacy. Follow me @https://www.instagram.com/euro_elite_football_podcast/https://www.reddit.com/r/EuroEliteFootball/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

Robert Lewandowski between 2019-2021 put together one of the best 2-Year stretches by a  forward of the last 30 years.  Scoring goals at a rate Messi and Ronaldo would be proud of. Is Lewandowski the best centre forward in the world today?I break down his historic two-season run looking at the stats, the facts, the records and Lewandowski football legacy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMQdjlUx5sM - Skills and Magic You Tube Video Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

Erling Haaland is one biggest stars in world football. I breakdown the Norwegian prodigy incredible 2020-21 season.Where Haaland become the first player aged under 21 to score 40 goals in Europe's top five leagues since a certain Ronaldo 'El Fenomeno' in 1996-97. Breaking down the stats, the playstyle, his future and his ceiling. Haaland looks primed to dominate the spotlight for the next decade alongside Kylian Mbappe, chasing the ghosts of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0I9AI_QdFlk - All 41 Goals Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

Ronaldo Luis  Nazario De Lima shot to global fame in the 1996-97 season playing for Sir Bobby Robson's Barcelona side, scoring 47 goals in 49 games. For this episode I looked into his 1996-97 campaign analysing his greatest games,  scouting his playstyle and answering the question was prime Ronaldo the greatest forward of all time?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t90XtWAO_PQ&t=253s - Valencia hat-trick https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qE774yQX6uQ&t=30s - Compostela goalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=10224892)

Lionel Messi is one of the greatest football players of all time. He is in the conversation with Pele, Mardonna and Cristaino Ronaldo. For over a decade he has dominated football winning 6x Ballon'Dor's, 4x Champions League trophies and 10x La Liga titles. Breaking record after record, scoring goal after goal. His 2018-19 season was perhaps the most well-rounded version of Messi. He become playmaker, dribbler and goal scorer. Is this football's greatest ever individual peak?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nM0jmL9X1e4  - All 51 Goals 

In next season of the podcast I will be breaking down the greatest peaks in the modern era of European football (1992-2021) Starting Monday each week I will take a deep dive into a team, a player or a game. Analysing the stats, facts and what made there peaks so iconic. Follow me @https://twitter.com/SJStobbarthttps://www.instagram.com/euroelitesoccer/

On today’s show where looking back on classic Premier League game from 2005 at Highbury as Arsenal we’re beaten 4-2 at home by Manchester United. A match that had it all a tunnel fracas, world class players, end to end attacking football and plenty of goals.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8jk6ayGxNU (Match Highlights)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnxrDcpIlnM (Keane v Viera, Best of Enemies)Follow me @https://twitter.com/SJStobbarthttps://www.instagram.com/euroelitesoccer/

With Messi and Ronaldo out of the Champions League in the round of 16, for the first time since they were senior professionals, the QF will be played for the first time since 2005 with both players not involved - with Juventus losing to Porto and Barcelona failing to overcome a 4-1 first-leg deficit against Paris Saint-Germain. A young Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe or primed to battle for Football throne for the next decade.I have decided to take step back and ask the question - which player out of Messi and Ronaldo is the greatest Champions league player of all time? With both men having owned this competition for over a decade. Winning 11 Ballon D’ORs and 9 Champions Leagues since 2006.We’re not asking who’s is greatest overall footballer is, who’s better to watch, who’s the greatest la Liga player or international player - instead looking solely at the UEFA Champions League. Nothing less, nothing more. There will be no hot takes here. Some stats, some facts, some subjectivity...I breakdown on the podcast in ascending order:Medals / Statistics Best games / goals Best teams Who is more likely to win another Champions League Conclusion - The case for and against both players Who’s the UCL GOAT? Essential reading / watching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPgQTAJRzmw - CR7 bicycle kickhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkA5Aw-KN8w - Ronaldo Top 10 CL Goals https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8euDZPIbNU - Ronaldo Top 10 Knockout Goalshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QLhlBlAZ3s - Messi Top 10 CL Goals https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zD0IpEgAjco - Messi best Knockout Goals Follow me @https://twitter.com/SJStobbarthttps://www.instagram.com/euroelitesoccer/

I take a look at Brazilian superstar Ronaldinho and remember his career. Going through his stats, greatest moments and footballing legacy. Individual Honours:2005 Ballon D'or2x FIFA World Player of the Year2006 UEFA Footballer of the Tear3x UEFA Team of the YearTeam Honours:2002 FIFA World Cup2005 FIFA Confederation Cup2005/2006 UEFA Champions League 2x La Liga 2010/2011 Serie A2012 Copa Libertardos Essential reading / watching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dBz4dTZocg&t=325s - youtube highlight reel the best 14 minutes of your day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WJFFgMHJBE - 2 goals against Real Madrid https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Z1hK1SL_DU - Champions League highlights (including that outrageous goal against Chelsea)https://theathletic.co.uk/1830801/2020/05/24/ronaldinho-barcelona-real-madrid-2005/?article_source=search&search_query=ronaldinho - Micheal Cox piece on Ronnie Follow me @ https://twitter.com/SJStobbarthttps://www.instagram.com/euroelitesoccer/

Today's podcast its in many people's opinion the greatest player in Premier League history - Thierry Henry. To quote Ian Wright - “The Michael Jordan of the Premier League” Individual Honours2x PFA Player of the Year (2003,2004 was the first player to win win it back to back)3x FWA Player of the Year (2003,2004,2006)6x PFA Team of the Year2x European Golden Shoe (2003/2004, 2004/2005)4x Premier League Golden Boot 2002, 2004, 2005 and 20065x UEFA Team of the Year Fnished 2nd in 2003 Ballon d’or Finished 4th in 2004 Ballon d’or Team Honours1x FIFA World Cup 19981x UEFA Champions League (2008/2009)2x Premier League (2002/2002, 2003/2004)2x La Liga (2008/2009, 2009/2010)2x FA Cup (2001/2002, 2002/2003)1x Copa Del Rey (2008/2009)1x Ligue 1 (1996/1997)FIFA World Cup Runners up 2006UEFA Champions League runner up 2005-2006 (Lost 2-1 to Barcelona) Footballing CV (league appearances for each

To celebrate the NBA annual All-Star weekend, I've decided to have a bit of fun and pick my Premier League stars using some unperfect science. I split the League into North v South and used Midlands teams as wild cards, who could play for either side. I picked a starting XI using a 4-3-3 formation - choosing the best performing players from this season. Follow me on twitter for updates, future competitions and to read some of my freelance writing https://twitter.com/SJStobbarthttps://www.instagram.com/euroelitesoccer/

A look back on what I believe was Sir Alex Ferguson greatest ever Manchester United side the 2007-08 team. They had leaders, winners, technical ability and goals. Manager:

The Aliens have come to earth ands are challenging us to game of football, the worlds biggest sport, for global supremacy. We must assemble a current World XI plus a manager and bench to beat them. With one big caveat; we can not pick Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo (it turns out there actually Aliens.) Follow me on twitter for updates, future competitions and to read some of my freelance writing https://twitter.com/SJStobbartIf you enjoyed the podcast please give us a itunes rating and review! Pretty pretty please?

Today's podcast has a personal touch to it, as a Newcastle fan talking about Shearer can only be so rational. Date of Birth: 13 August 1970Place of Birth: GosforthClubs played for: Southampton, Blackburn Rovers, Newcastle UnitedIndividual Honours Player of the season 19956x PFA Team of the Year 3x Premier League Golden Boot 4x Premier League player of the Month Euro 1996 Top Scorer (5 goals)Premier League All-Time record scorer (260 goals)Newcastle All-Time record scorer (206 goals) Team Honours 1994-95 Premier League Essential watching / reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmN8oMJ8Y5A - Greatest Premier League goals - including the strike against Everton I mention on the podcast.https://theathletic.co.uk/2039387/2020/09/08/the-premier-league-60-no-2-alan-shearer/ - George Caulkin Premier League 60 piece on The Athletic https://theathletic.co.uk/1697605/2020/04/03/newcastle-united-greatest-goals-alan-shearer-everton/ - piece on the Everton goalFollow me on twitter for updates, future competitions and to read some of my freelance writing https://twitter.com/SJStobbart

A look back at Liverpool and Premier League icon, Steven Gerrard. Breaking down his career the stats, honours, greatest moments and his legacy. Born: May 30th 1980Height : 6 ft 0 in Position: MidfielderTeam Honours2004/2005 UEFA Champions League 2x FA Cup 3x League Cup 2000/2001 UEFA Cup 2001 UEFA Super Cup 2006/2007 UEFA Champions League Runners-Up Individual Honours •2005/2006 PFA Player of the Year8x PFA Team of the Year (#1 in PL history)2008/2009 FWA Player of the Year3x UEFA Team of the Year3x FIFA FifPro World XIVoted UEFA All-Time Champions League XI (Alongside Xavi and Iniesta - ahead of Kaka and Zidane on the bench) 2005 UEFA Club Footballer of the YearBallon D’OR 3rd Place 2005 (1. Ronaldinho 2. Lampard) Awarded an MBE for his services to football, on the back of Liverpool Miracle of Istanbul. Footballing CV

Wayne Rooney breakdown assessing the Manchester United forward legendry career on the pitch. Born: Oct 24th 1985Height : 1.75cmPosition: ForwardClubs:

I've ranked the current Premier League managers 1-20 in tiers. Answering the question; Which coach gives a top 6 side the best chance of winning a championship? *COMPETITION TIME* - Make sure you listen to the end to get involved - the winner will be announced at the end of the month. Follow me on twitter for updates, future competitions and to read some of my freelance writing https://twitter.com/SJStobbart

A look back on Jose Mourinho first season in charge of Chelsea. The Portuguese manager announced himself as "The Special One" and behind John Terry and Frank Lampard led the Blues to there first title in 50 years.Manager: