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All the latest from the English Premier League and European Football, from the point of view of four American college students. Hosted by Charles Horn, four close friends and supporters of rival clubs antagonize each other and analyze the beautiful game each week.

Heads in the Game


    • Jan 25, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
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    • 20 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Heads in the Game

    Midseason Awards, Transfer News, and More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 50:16


    The Pod is back! Catch up on the latest Premier League developments, and hear Midseason Awards from Turner and Charles

    Trouble on Tyneside: Saudi Arabia, Newcastle United, and the Future of Sportswashing in the Premier League

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 40:44


    More than a year after failing to buy troubled club Newcastle United, Saudi Arabia's Sovereign Investment Fund has completed the purchase of the northern team. Free from years of ownership from the hapless Mike Ashley, Newcastle supporters were understandably ecstatic, but how should we evaluate the dismal human rights record of the petro-state and the influx of more state funds into the global game.

    Ronaldo Returns, UCL Preview, and Summer of Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 57:00


    The Heads in the Game podcast is back for a 5th season! Join us as we talk whether Ronaldo makes United better, who the real challengers are, and predict UCL group finishes + final EPL table

    Farewell to France, Hello to Nuno: Euro Updates and Transfer Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2021 61:51


    On this episode, Euro Quarters previews, what the London clubs need this summer, general craziness, and more!

    Double Triumph for Christian Pulisic, Premier League Wrap-up, Euros Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 61:24


    Following the U.S.'s incredible win against Mexico, Charles and Turner breakdown what's been an incredibly hectic few weeks since the last recording. Listen in for reflections on the Champions League, the Premier League Finale, and a look ahead to the long-awaited Euros. More on that to come later...

    Super League Collapse and What Now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 68:10


    Listen as the Super League collapses during recording, bringing jubilation and trepidation to Charles and Turner who like many others vehemently oppose the new plan.

    All Aboard the Jlingz Train

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 49:36


    The Premier League is back after another international break, and the whole crew joins Charles Horn to discuss what was a tumultuous week of English football. West Brom's shock win, Mourinho's continued collapse, West Ham's top-4 hopes, and Arsenal's woes are all on the table! Then, a full breakdown of the Champions League quarterfinals and the upcoming Europa League period.

    The North London Derby Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2021 51:08


    It's that time of year again, as Arsenal and Tottenham meet on Sunday for what is sure to a fiery affair. Everything you could possibly want is in this one, with a defense of ReguilĂłn, a very spirited fullback debate, and a full combined XI! Listen and subscribe for more content from people who should really go outside more.

    Champions League Second Legs, Europa League Mayhem, and Premier League Roundup

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 49:43


    The second leg of the Round of 16 is upon us! PSG Barca, Dortmund Sevilla, and much more! But first, a full Premier League breakdown of Arsenal and Chelsea's recent results, and Liverpool's downfall. Lastly, Europa League knockout breakdown.

    Guardiola, Mourinho, and the Battle that Consumed the 2010s

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 60:05


    On this special episode, Turner and Charles take an in-depth look at the Pep-José rivalry that defined much of the last decade. How can we evaluate their legacies, and what are our fondest memories?Plus, a breakdown of Tuchel's Chelsea and City's dominance.

    Lampard's Last Stand

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2021 42:26


    After a crushing 2-0 loss to Leicester, Chelsea manager Frank Lampard's job is more in jeopardy than ever. The crew discusses what's gone wrong at Chelsea this season, plus solutions for striker-less Wolves and Chris rants on Mourinho. Lastly, a full breakdown of the Premier League title race and shared sadness over Ole being top.

    Frank's Coal Stocking and New Year Awards!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2021 74:58


    It's been a 2020 to remember, and the Heads in the Game crew have gathered their best, worst, and most hilarious moments of the past year to reflect on. Plus, recap a disastrous December for Frank Lampard's Chelsea and on a struggling Tottenham. And maybe even a moment of optimism for Arsenal supporters?

    Holiday Special!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2020 68:28


    Amidst the hectic December fixture period, the Heads in the Game crew celebrate the holiday period with a festive discussion on what we wish our clubs and the Premier League would change along with all of the latest top-flight analysis.

    "Arsenal's Not Even Funny Anymore"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2020 45:37


    Heads in the Game is back to breakdown the beginning of the hectic December matches, as well as consoling stricken gunner Turner who hasn't seen a goal in a little-over three years. Chris justifies Tottenham's anti-football, Ollie gloats about the messianic Pedro Neto, and Charles defends Havertz based on highlights from u-14. All this and more on today's new episode.

    Giving the International Break Some Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2020 46:31


    It's another International Break, and we've got our full list of Euro 2020(1) qualifiers. Turner gives the Macedonians some love, Charles assesses the future of the USMNT, and we give our best XI's for England. Then, a look at the first 8 weeks of the Premier League and Chris assesses Tottenham's chances.

    Super League Scaries: How American Capitalists Have Corroded Football's Central Charm

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 67:15


    The Champions League is back, and Real Madrid has just one point from an opening two matches against Shakthar Donetsk and Borussia Mönchengladbach. In the future, Real Madrid may never face teams like these if the proposed European Super League goes through. On this episode, Turner and Charles discuss how Capitalist influences, from mainly foreign billionaire owners, have corroded the beautiful game and prioritized profits over the enduring culture of football's fans. Also, a preview of this weekend's Premier League action.

    Rona Ronaldo, Legendary Longstaffs, and the Return of Club Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2020 41:19


    As the international break comes to a close, join Turner and Charles as they discuss whether the international break should have even happened as coronavirus rages through Europe. Later, hear a preview of this weekend's Premier League action as love is given to the underdogs and special attention to the most anticipated Merseyside Derby in years

    Bloody Sunday and Transfer Deadline Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2020 49:45


    The European Transfer market has closed, and the Heads in the Game crew are there to break down all the latest deals affecting the English top division. Also, RIP Gunnersaurus, Lamela's red card antics, and what's gone wrong with Liverpool's high press? That and more on this week's episode.

    Arsenal and United's Transfer Woes, Wolves presented by Jorge Mendes, and Americans Abroad

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 42:14


    Charles Horn and Turner Thompson talk Week 2 fixture results, what United and Arsenal need to do in the remaining weeks of the transfer Window, another Portuguese (and Mendes client) signed by Wolves, and a quick look at Americans abroad!

    Mourinho's Mentality and a New Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2020 51:40


    Join the Heads in the Game crew as they break down the first weekend of the new Premier League season, the All or Nothing Spurs documentary, a new look Chelsea and Arsenal, and much more!

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