Hard Tackle - Football Podcast

In this episode of Hard Tackle, we discuss Tuchel's sacking and what it means for Chelsea going forward. We also discuss Liverpool issues as Klopp continues to struggle to get his team to perform. We also preview Barcelona vs Bayern in the Champions League. This is Hard Tackle

In this episode of Hard Tackle we discuss how United got the better of Arsenal to end their 5 match winning streak. Are United back? Are Arsenal just pretenders? Listen as we discuss this along with our usual visits around the top 5 leagues in Europe. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we discuss that incredible demolition job by Liverpool against Bournemouth. Was this just frustration or are Pool now over their slow start? We also discuss the other action across the league and in the transfer market as Manchester United close in on a record deal for Antony from Ajax. Join us as we also stop in La Liga to touch base with Real Madrid and Barcelona. This is a good one. Sit back and enjoy, this is Hard Tackle!

Hard Tackle is back! In our season premier we invited a special guest to discuss Arsenal and just how much Arsenal fans should be excited over the team Arteta has built. Its a Premier League heavy episode as we also discuss Chelsea's collapse vs Leeds and arguably the game of the season so far, Manchester City vs Newcastle. Tune in and enjoy, this is Hard Tackle!

In this episode of Hard Tackle, the guys give their opinion on who they think will ultimately win the EPL trophy. We also discuss the issues surrounding Chelsea and take our usual tour around Europe, stopping in Paris and Barcelona along the way. Sit back, relax and listen to some Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we deep dive into that Barcelona demolition of Real Madrid. Is Xavi-Ball really here? What went wrong with Real Madrid? Listen to what our panel thinks of these and more on this episode of Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over the match of the season contender between Spurs and Liverpool. We also look at the captain situation at Arsenal and if they have truly turned a corner. This and our usual roundup on the top 5 leagues in Europe in this episode of Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we discuss the weekend action in the EPL including the match between Manchester United and Chelsea. We also debate who we think is the best fullback in the world. Listen and enjoy. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over that cakewalk victory for Manchester City vs Manchester United. We also talk managerial sackings after Daniel Farke and Dean Smith were both relieved of their duties over the weekend. Hirings too as Xavi is unveiled as Barcelona's new manager. What are his chances of success? What would success for him look like? Listen as we answer these questions and more on this episode of Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode of Hard Tackle we look at that shocking Manchester United loss vs Leceister and ask if Ole is the one to be blamed for United's poor form. We also discuss if Mendy is the best keeper in the world, and take a look at our fantasy teams after Gameweek 8. All this and more in this episode of Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode of Hard Tackle we discuss the amazing match between Liverpool and Manchester City. Is Mo Salah the best player in the world right now? Listen as our panelists discuss this question along with the usual roundup of matches during the weekend. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode of Hard Tackle we seek the answers to several questions raised over the weekend. Were Man City good or were Chelsea poor? Is this the real Arsenal? Should CR7 have taken the penalty? Are Spurs in crisis? Is Barcelona's crisis overblown? Join us as we answer these and other questions in this episode of Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode of Hard Tackle we take a look at all the drama over the weekend in the EPL and top 5 leagues, including that spectacular 21 minute cameo from Leon Bailey. Is Mo Salah underrated? Was CR7 robbed 2 penalties? Are Chelsea title favourites? Join us as we answer these questions and more on this episode of Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode of Hard Tackle, we discuss the dream homecoming of CR7 vs Newcastle. Does United have the squad to now win the league? Listen as we analyze their win over Newcastle and weigh up their title chances. We also look at Chelsea's win over Aston Villa, Liverpool's win over Leeds and much more from the EPL and the top 5 leagues in Europe. Sit back and enjoy some football. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode, listen as our resident analyst Matteo makes an attempt to select the Reggae Boyz best 11 for the remaining WCQ matches. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we discuss the match up between Liverpool and Chelsea over the weekend. Messi made his long awaited debut for PSG and CR7 has now signed for Manutd. We discuss these and the other action across Europe, so sit back and enjoy. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we discuss Chelsea's dominant win over Arsenal. Is Arsenal in serious trouble? How good is Chelsea? Listen as we discuss these questions and more. We also take a look at the rest of the Premier League as well as the other top leagues around Europe. Sit back relax and listen some Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle!

What a start to the new season! Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United all have dominant starts, while City and Arsenal trip over their first hurdle. Barcelona performed well with new look team without Messi and Real Madrid got the job done. Listen as we dissect all these matches as well as what happened in Bundesliga and Ligue One in this episode of Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle!

Messi has left Barcelona! Join us as we discuss the financial situation of Barcelona that lead to his exit and what this means for Barcelona going forward. We also discuss Leon Bailey, Lukaku, Grealish, Sancho and many more. Sit back and relax, this is season 2 of Hard Tackle!

Join us as we discuss who we chose to be in our team of the Euros. Many surprises are in some of our teams so listen to find out. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we discuss the Euro 2020 trophy going to Rome instead of Home. What went wrong for England? Was Southgate's tactics too negative? Join us as we discuss this finals as well as Messi finally winning an international trophy with Argentina. This is Hard Tackle!

A lot was discussed in this episode! Italy and England are in the Euros 2020 final. Is it coming home or is it going to Rome? Join us as we discuss how these two teams made it to the finals and who we expect to take it home. Will Messi finally win a senior international tournament with Argentina, or will Neymar and Co stop him and bring it home for Brazil? Join us as we analyze how these two teams reached to the finals and predict which side will win it all. Its almost Gold Cup time and the Hard Tackle team is ready to give our analysis on all the upcoming matches featuring the Reggae Boyz, but before we do, how should we lineup for the competition? Join us as we discuss what we think is the best lineup to use and how the Reggae Boyz should do in the group stage. Grab a drink, relax and listen some Hard Tackle. Big up for the support as always! This is Hard Tackle! 

In this episode we go over the quarterfinal matches in both the Euros and Copa America. Will Denmark who captured the hearts of millions go all the way? Is it coming home for England? Can Messi finally win a trophy for Argentina? Join us as we discuss these questions and many more on this episode of Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle.

Part 2 of the Euro 2020 R16 matches. Join us as we discuss France's shock exit, Spain barely escaping from the Croats, England reigniting hope that it's coming home and Ukraine making it to their first ever Euro quarterfinals. We also look forward and predict the results from the upcoming quarterfinal matches in the Euros and Copa America. Sit back and enjoy. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over the first 4 matches in the Euro 2020 R16. The brilliant performance from Denmark, the upset of the tournament with Czech Republic eliminating the Dutch, as well as the fighting spirit Austria showed vs Italy and what went wrong for Portugal. All this and more on this episode of Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over more action from Euro 2020. Why is England so poor? Is it down to the manager or are the players overrated? What's going on with Spain? Tune in as we answer these questions and many more on this episode of Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle!

It's Euro 2020 and the Hard Tackle team is here for the ride. Listen to our first episode in our Euros series as we go over the opening game Italy vs Turkey, the Belgian demolition of Russia, the emotional drama surrounding Christian Eriksen and so much more. We also take a look at Copa America and the recent Jamaican international matches. Tune in. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over the amazing win by Chelsea over Manchester City to win the highly coveted Champions League trophy. We analyze what Tuchel's Chelsea did right, how Chelsea's players rose to the occasion to win against the odds. We also look at the surprising decision Pep Guardiola made to not start with a CDM. How can such a highly talented and respected manager make such a glaring mistake in one of the biggest matches of a club manager's career? Join us as we analyze this and many more in our Champions League Review Show. As a bonus we also take a look at Villareal's win over Manchester United to lift the Europa League trophy and get a place in next years Champions League competition. Enjoy. This is Hard Tackle!

The Hardtackle team of the season! With so much talent around Europe we had to create a 2020/2021 #TOTS. Some usual suspects are present but alot of surprises and a few absences. Listen as we each go over who we chose to be in our team of the season. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over all the drama across the top 5 leagues in Europe as last day results lead to joy for some and heartbreak for others. We go over the title race in La Liga and Ligue One, the top 4 battles in EPL and Serie A as well as stop by Bundesliga as Lewandowski broke the record for most goals in a single season. We also look take a look at Leon Bailey's season at Leverkusen and preview the Europa League and Champions League finals to come. Sit back and enjoy some ball, this is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we discuss all the weekend action along with the midweek UCL action. Chelsea beat City to consolidate top 4 and the top 4 in La Liga battle it out to a share of the points. Juventus got schooled by AC Milan and PSG lost some ground to Lille in Ligue One. We also take a look at the debate of Ruben Dias and if he is the top CB this season. All this and more in this episode of Hard Tackle!

In this episode we start our new segment, Football Debates. Our first debate is who is the best CDM in the world currently? Listen as we discuss this as well as our usual weekend roundup and Champions League preview. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

In this episode, we go over Manchester City's dominant performance vs Tottenham as they win their 4th Carabao Cup in a row. We also discuss Liverpool losing more ground on top 4 and another Tuchel performance from Chelsea. Reggae Boy Leon Bailey is answering his critics in Germany with another goal and assist to give Leverkusen a fighting chance for Champions League qualification, tune in as we breakdown his performance and what that result means for the Bundesliga top 4 race. Things are tight at the top in La Liga and Ligue One, we break down the winners and losers of the weekend and discuss who we think will be victorious when it ends. Juventus are having their worst season in years, is this because CR7 is not contributing enough, or are there more factors at play? Listen as we debate the importance of CR7 to Juventus this season. All this as well as our Champions League midweek predictions on episode 17 of Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle!

What's happening in football right now? Big changes on the horizon as Europe's biggest clubs have broken away to form their own Super League. What are the details of this league? Which clubs are involved? What does this mean for football going forward? Listen as the Hard Tackle team tries to put sense into this nonsense and explain what's happening and the potential ramifications. Tune in. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over the fantastic Barcelona performance as they win their first trophy of the season. We also take a look at the FA Cup semi final win for Chelsea over Manchester City and Leon Bailey's great performance for Leverkusen. These and our usual round up of the other results across Europe. Tune in. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over the El Classico and Madrid's impressive performance against another top team in Europe. We also take a look at EPL action, the exciting top 4 race and look ahead to the upcoming Champions League matches. Tune in for another exciting episode of Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over that stunning 5-2 loss by Chelsea vs West Brom, that impressive Liverpool win over Arsenal and Spurs dropping even more points. We also take a look at the other leagues across Europe and give our predictions for the Champions League midweek fixtures. Tune in. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

In the conclusion to our three part series on the Reggae Boyz we discuss the wage dispute between the Reggae Boyz and the JFF. Who is in the right? What can be done to fix it? And how do we move forward so that we can do well in the Gold Cup and qualify for World Cup? Listen as we discuss these and more in part three of our Reggae Boyz special. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

In part 2 of our 3 part series on the Reggae Boyz, The Hard Tackle team discusses our best possible lineup for World Cup Qualifiers should the JFF be successful in getting all the players that are eligible to represent Jamaica. Which players make it and which players don't? There are some surprises here. Tune in. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

In the first of our 3 part special series on the Reggae Boyz, the Hard Tackle team reviews the recent match between the USA and the new look Reggae Boyz. Join us as we reflect on both the positives and negatives from the match and give our player reviews on the Reggae Boyz. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

Which footballer do you regret your club selling the most? Listen to the footballers the Hard Tackle panel chose, there are some surprise selections to say the least! Tune in. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over that exciting draw between Arsenal and West Ham in the English Premier League. FA Cup round-up (Everton vs City, ManU vs Leicester, Chelsea vs Sheffield) Whats happening with Juventus' form this season? (Cr7's contract situation, Capello's criticism, Cr7's 770th jersey award). Serie A round-up. Haaland's apparent frustration (where is he headed next?). Bundesliga round-up and La Liga round-up. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over Cristiano Ronaldo's perfect hattrick vs Cagliari. Was this the perfect response to his critics? Or is he just a small team bully? Listen as our Hard Tackle team tackles those questions. We also review the eventful London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham, Inter's continued dominance of Serie A, Moukoko's performance for Dortmund and many more relevant events that happened in the top 5 leagues in Europe over the past weekend. Sit back, relax and listen some ball, this is Hard Tackle!

Join us as we predict the results for this upcoming week of Champions League Football. Will Barcelona have another La Remontada vs PSG? Can CR7 do what he does and turn the tie around for Juventus vs Porto? Will Haaland get Dortmund over the line vs Sevilla? And can Liverpool put behind their poor Premier League form and handle business vs Leipzig? Listen as we discuss all these and more in our UCL Preview episode. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over the Bayern vs Dortmund match as two of the deadliest strikers in Europe go head to head. We also go over that impressive victory for Manchester United against Manchester City and Liverpool losing yet another game at home. Stay tuned as we discuss these and other matches across Europe in episode 10 of Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over the drab draw between Manchester United and Chelsea. We also review the Champions League midweek matches as well as the other notable results in the top 5 leagues across Europe. Are Inter firm title favourites? What's wrong with Juventus? Why did Atletico play so defensive against Chelsea in the Champions League? Listen as we discuss these topics and more in episode 9 of Hard Tackle. This is Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over the spectacular performance of Mbappe vs Barcelona and review the other midweek Champions League results. We also analyze Liverpool's rare derby defeat to Everton and the amazing derby win for Inter vs AC Milan. All this as well as reviews of the other relevant matches over the weekend. Tune in. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

In this episode we discuss Liverpool losing yet again as their terrible run of form continues. We also discuss Manchester City's match vs Tottenham,   Arsenal's great performance vs Leeds, and reactions as Juventus lose to Napoli and Inter take top spot in Serie A. This and much much more on episode 7 of Hard Tackle. Tune in. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

In this episode we go over the Manchester City demolition of Liverpool at Anfield. Is the title race already over? We also discuss the other notable results across Europe, including that great performance from CR7. Is Leon Bailey the best Reggae Boy ever? Tune in. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!

In this episode we discuss the many strange results over the past week. Red devils run riot in romp against Southampton. Liverpool lose their second home match in a row as Chelsea's form gets a needed Tuchel touch and Arsenal get two red cards to finish with 9 men in their 2-1 loss to Wolves. With 2 goals and 2 assists vs Granada, Griezmann carried Barca to the King's Cup final. Listen as we break down this character building performance from Barça

In this emergency pod, Matteo our Hard Tackle resident Chelsea fan goes over his thoughts on the sacking of Frank Lampard and dives deep into the conflict and behind the scenes issues that lead to his sacking. This is Hard Tackle! Follow Hard Tackle!