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Is Xabi Alonso's time up at Real Madrid, why is everyone talking about Paul Pogba's camels, how is Turkish football headed into ‘panic', can Lens push PSG for the Ligue 1 title and what on EARTH is going on in the Polish league this season?It's a packed Euro Leagues episode as Mina Rzouki, Guillem Balague and Julien Laurens join Steve Crossman to go through all the best stories across the continent in the last week.That includes Atalanta's late victory over Chelsea, and the impressive performance of goalscorer Charles De Ketelaere, as well as Jamie Vardy's form in Italy, where he's been named Serie A Player of the Month.Turkish football commentator & presenter Can Onduygu joins the show to dissect the latest in the gambling scandal which has seen more than 1,000 players suspended, and several detained, including players from Fenerbahce and Galatasaray.Polish writer Michal Zachodny also comes on, talking about the struggles of Legia Warsaw, the 15-time champions who are currently in the relegation zone, and the uniqueness of the Polish top-flight this season.Timecodes: 00:10 An unexpected Euro Leagues F1 meet-up 01:52 Paul Pogba's camels 05:55 Xabi Alonso's uncertain Real Madrid future 19:25 Jamie Vardy named Serie A Player of the Month 22:30 Turkish football's 'growing sense of panic' amid gambling investigation, with Can Onduygu 32:00 Lens at the top of Ligue 1! 36:50 What's happening in Poland?!5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Liverpool v Brighton, Sat 1500 Chelsea v Everton on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Burnley v Fulham, Sun 1400 Sunderland v Newcastle, Sun 1400 Crystal Palace v Man City on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Nottingham Forest v Tottenham on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1400 West Ham v Aston Villa on Sports Extra 3, Sun 1630 Brentford v Leeds.

Was Lewandowski's penalty for Barcelona against Atletico his worst ever? And what's your five-a-side team of famous footballing sons? John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Raphael Honigstein & Julien Laurens to answer those questions, they also discuss; the situation at Nice where Terem Moffi and Jérémie Boga have both been placed on sick leave after being confronted by supporters following their latest defeat, and Barcelona granting Ronald Araujo an indefinite leave after a request of absence. John Murray joins the pod from Washington ahead of the World Cup Draw. Portuguese football writer Ines Braga Sampaio explains the situation facing Boavista after administrators formally requested the club's closure amidst rising debts. Tom Bogert looks ahead to Messi v Muller in the MLS cup Final, and we hear from Inter Miami's President of Business Operations Xavier Asensi, one of the key players in bringing Lionel Messi to Major League Soccer. 00:20 – World Cup Draw 07:48 – Nice players confronted by Fans 12:23 – Barcelona's win over Atletico and Lewandowski's awful penalty 17:28 – Araujo's absence 22:10 – Another setback for Trent Alexander-Arnold in Madrid 26:57 – Football's famous sons 33:17 – Boavista on the brink 40:24 – Messi v Muller in the MLS Cup FinalCommentaries: Friday 5th December FA CUP: Salford City v Leyton Orient 1930 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3Saturday 6th December PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Chelsea 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Brentford 1500 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 PREMIER LEAGUE: Leeds v Liverpool 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE FA CUP: Chelmsford City v West-super-Mare 1500 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 2 FA CUP: Sutton United v Shrewsbury 1715 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Chesterfield v Doncaster Rovers 1930 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 WSL: Arsenal v Liverpool 1200 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3Sunday 7th December PREMIER LEAGUE: Brighton v West Ham 1400 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Crystal Palace 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE FA CUP: Slough Town v Macclesfield 1230 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Gateshead v Walsall 1530 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Blackpool v Carlisle United 1730 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA

Steve Crossman is joined by European football experts and stars of the Euro Leagues; Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle. The hot topic on the pod is Cristiano Ronaldo - after been given a straight red card in Portugal's World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland a few weeks ago, Ronaldo was set to miss the first two matches of the 2026 World Cup in order to serve his full three-match ban.However, the final two matches of his ban have been suspended by Fifa's disciplinary committee for “a one-year probation period”, with Fifa citing his previous good conduct as the reason for the suspension – the guys get into quite a heated debate over if this was the correct decision… or not. They head live to Norway for a huge story in the Eliteserien - with Viking FK one win away from a first league title since 1991.They also discus Brazilian wonderkids Estevao and Endrick, European veteran Pierre Emerick Aubameyang and Vinicius Jr's strained relationship with Xabi Alonso – as well as reflecting on all of the week's Champions League action!Timecodes: 01:40 – Ronaldo section. 10:30 –Estevao appreciation chat 19:00 - Endrick focus. 23:00 - Vinicius Jr's relationship with Xabi Alonso 30:00 – Viking FK with fan Lars Risen. 38:00 - PSG's Vitinha discussion. 41:00 - Pierre Emerick Aubameyang resurgence. Football commentaries this week.Saturday 29th November PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Leeds 1500 KO - ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Sunderland v Bournemouth 1500 KO - L ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Newcastle United 1730 KO - ON 5 LIVE WOMENS INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLIES: England v China 1730 KO ON SPORTS EXTRA Sunday 30th November PREMIER LEAGUE: West Ham v Liverpool 1405 KO - ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Wolves 1405 KO - ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Brighton 1405 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 2 PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Arsenal 1630 KO - ON 5 LIVE

Julien Laurens, Mina Rzouki and Guillem Balague join Maz Farookhi to discuss the latest from the continent.With Italy only reaching the play-offs, Gennaro Gattuso's comments about World Cup qualification needing a ‘system change' lead to a debate about the fundamental purpose of the World Cup.PSG are, incredibly, in court against two of their former players, with one being Kylian Mbappe! How and why?Plus, there's lots of returns to dissect… Paul Pogba to playing football, as well as Barcelona AND Lionel Messi to Camp Nou!Danish football journalist Toke Theilade joins the show to reflect on a disastrous week for Denmark as the full panel react to the play-off draw. Is Mina confident about Italy's chances of progression?Timecodes: 01:00 Why McTominay is being called ‘The Hero of Two Worlds' 5:18 Gattuso demands changes to World Cup qualifying – is it bitterness or justified? 10:00 Should the World Cup actually have 100 teams? What do we really want from the World Cup?  14:50 Kylian Mbappe's controversial international break and court case with PSG 20:08 Kheira Hamraoui's court case with PSG 25:32 Pogba set to return to the pitch 29:08 Barcelona back to Camp Nou 32:50 Messi's own return 35:23 Denmark's disastrous week 43:20 The World Cup play-off draw5 Live/ BBC Sounds commentaries this week:Saturday 22nd November PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v Nottingham Forest 1500 KO, live on 5 Live. PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Sunderland 1500 KO, live on 5 Sports Extra. PREMIER LEAGUE: Newcastle United v Manchester City 1730 KO, live on 5 Live.Sunday 23rd November PREMIER LEAGUE: Leeds United v Aston Villa 1400 KO, live on 5 Live. PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Tottenham 1630 KO, live on 5 Live.

After another week where five of the six English sides won in the Champions League, Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Raphael Honigstein to discuss their dominance.We reflect on another impressive performance from Club Brugge in their 3-3 draw with Barcelona. Outside of England are Bayern the team to beat? They're on a 16-game winning run after their 2-1 victory over PSG. Are Luis Enrique's side starting to show cracks?Plus, Marcel van der Kraan joins the pod to discuss Ajax after they sacked John Heitinga with the club 8 points off the pace in Eredivisie and bottom of the Champions League table after a fourth European defeat in a row. Could Erik Ten Hag be the man to save their season? Timecodes: 01:59 – Club Brugge 3-3 Barcelona – Match of the week? 11:37 – Micky van de Ven's goal – was it even that good? 13:15 – Are we at the start of a period of English Champions League dominance? 28:28 – Bayern the team to beat? 37:40 – Cracks showing at PSG? 44:40 – Ajax sack Heitinga

Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Balague and James Horncastle to discuss the latest from the continent. Plenty of drama in El Clasico after Vinicius Jr was subbed off, and Lamine Yamal was involved in the post-match bust-up. They discuss the latest at Juventus after Luciano Spalletti became the latest man in the dugout - is he the answer? Plus, they discuss Claude Makelele's new role... part of the committee for Miss Universe 2025!Time Codes 02:00 - El Clasico 31:45- Luciano Spalletti at Juventus 41:10 - Jamie Vardy's first goal for Cremonese 44:40 - Champions League Preview next week

Maz Farookhi, Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Mina Rzouki discuss all the latest in European football.The panel discuss a record-breaking Champions League gameweek with a massive 71 goals being scored against the 18 matches.Arsenal's 4-0 win over Atletico Madrid at the Emirates was one of the standout results – Does that now make the Gunners the favourites to win this season's competition?Napoli and Juventus, meanwhile, both lost in midweek with the gang discussing the struggles facing the two Italian sides plus the rise of Cesc Fabregas' Como who are sixth in Serie A.The decision to cancel the La Liga game in Miami between Barcelona and Villarreal is also a topic on the episode and Guillem previews this weekend's first El Clasico of the season between Real Madrid and Barcelona at the Bernabeu.1:00 – Goals galore in the Champions League 5:00 – “There has to be an all-English final” 8:00 – Are Arsenal favourites to win the Champions League? 16:30 – Napoli and Antonio Conte 22:40 – Juventus' struggles 27:10 – Cesc Fabregas' Como success 33:10 – La Liga Miami fixture cancelled 39:00 – Guillem Balague previews El Clasico

Euro Leagues: Kane for Ballon d'Or & Faroe Islands at the World Cup?John Bennett, Guillem Balague, Rafa Honigstein and Mina Rzouki discuss all the latest in European football. Jean-Philippe Mateta has his first start for France at the age of 28 - but he's ruffled some feathers after calling out former teammate Wilfried Zaha. Nick Woltemade has now scored in his last 4 games for club and country - how big was this international break for him? Der Klassiker is this weekend - the only 2 unbeaten teams in Bundesliga face off but who will come out on top? Gennaro Gattuso has won his last four with Italy, and in Serie A, have AS Roma finally hit the jackpot with Gian Piero Gasperini? Plus Faroe Islands' Odmar Faero drops by with his country just a point away from the World Cup play-off spots - can they become the smallest nation to ever play at a World Cup? And what's the latest with Jude Bellingham after his omission from the England squad? How has that been received across the continent? And how important is Mikel Merino for Spain?01:05- Mateta and Zaha 09:50 - Woltemade 17:20 - Can Harry Kane win the Ballon d'Or? 24:05 - Italy 31:15- Roma 36:30 - Faroe Islands' Odmar Faero 47:15- Jude Bellingham

Steve Crossman is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Balague and James Horncastle to focus in on some of the top performing number 9s in the Champions League this week.Do the performances of Senny Mayulu and Goncalo Ramos in PSG's win over Barcelona showcase the club's continuing conveyor belt of talent? Galatasaray's Victor Osimhen scored to see his team beat Liverpool; why hasn't he been the transfer target of other major European clubs? Mjallby Assistant Coach Karl Marius Aksum joins the pod as his team could win the title in Sweden for the first time in 86 years later this week. What makes their style of football a more fruitful version of Ruben Amorim's tactics at Manchester United? Plus, Julien and James discuss their experiences of ‘spying' when trying to figure out starting line-ups.TIME CODES: 1:41 PSG's Senny Mayulu and Goncalo Ramos 9:42 Galatasaray's win over Liverpool 16:03 Julien and James tell us about past spying escapades 22:50 Marseille's Pierre Emerick Aubameyang 26:03 Mjallby Assistant Coach Karl Marius Aksum 39:15 What's working for Rasmus Hojlund?

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Rafa Honigstein on this episode of the Euro Leagues.The team reflect on Ousmane Dembele beating Lamine Yamal to the Ballon d'Or, Aitana Bonmati controversially taking home the women's award, and what the current state of the competition is in the world of football.Is Diego Simeone at risk at Atletico Madrid, and will we be seeing a different Jose as Mourinho returns to where it all started at Benfica?Timecodes: 01:09 General Ballon d'Or chat 10:03 Ousmane Dembele's iconic victory 15:53 Lamine Yamal falling short 20:34 Should Aitana Bonmati have won? 24:05 Harry Kane can't stop scoring at Bayern 28:22 De Zerbi's Marseille beat PSG 38:44 Is Diego Simeone on thin ice? 41:06 Mourinho's return to BenficaUpcoming 5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Sat 1500 Crystal Palace v Liverpool - 5 Live Sat 1500 Chelsea v Brighton - 5 Sports Extra Sat 1730 Nottingham Forest v Sunderland - 5 Sports Extra Sun 1400 Aston Villa v Fulham - 5 Live Sun 1630 Newcastle v Arsenal - 5 Sports Extra

Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Ballague and Mina Rzouki to discuss how European sides have fared in World Cup qualifying. Can we consider Norway dark horses after their 11-1 thrashing of Moldova? Are there any weaknesses in European champions, Spain? Will Italy qualify for their first World Cup in three cycles? Steve Cooper is in his first job since being sacked by Leicester City, how will he make his mark on the Danish Superliga? And can Cremense ‘do a Leicester' with new signing Jamie Vardy? The team debate league matches being played abroad as the Spanish FA approve plans for Villareal v Barcelona to be played in Miami, USA. Plus, why are PSG and the French national team in disagreement? Time codes: 2'23 Steve Cooper joins Brondby 4'41 Are Norway World Cup dark horses? 11'25 Are Spain already World Cup favourites? 18'14 What's happening with Camp Nou? 21'20 Should domestic league matches be played abroad? 33'12 Derby d'Italia weekend 35'50 Age is just a number for Modric and Vardy 48'30 PSG/ French national team disagreement

John Bennett is joined by Archie Rhind-Tutt, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle to discuss ten Hag's sacking at Leverkusen as well as reacting to the end of the transfer window.James also looks ahead with trepidation to Gennaro Gattuso's first match in charge of Italy as their World Cup qualification hangs in the balance...again!Topics: 01:04 - Helen Mirren in Lecce 03:12 - The first top-flight Hamburg derby in 14 years 07:32 - Was Joao Neves' PSG hat-trick the best ever? 12:18 - Erik ten Hag sacked by Bayer Leverkusen 28:40 - Samuel Chukwueze (Milan > Fulham) 35:45 - Xavi Simons & Randal Kolo Muani joining Spurs 39:55 - Gennaro Gattuso's first game in charge of ItalyBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Fri 5 Sep 1930 Chelsea v Man City in the WSL, Sat 6 Sep 1330 Arsenal v London City Lionesses in the WSL, Sat 6 Sep 1700 England v Andorra in World Cup Qualifying, Sun 7 Sep 1200 Liverpool v Everton in the WSL, Tue 9 Sep 1945 Serbia v England in World Cup Qualifying.

Steve Crossman is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Balague and Mina Rzouki to reflect on the opening weekend of Serie A, as well as discussing Real Oviedo's long-awaited return to La Liga.Plus, is Trent in trouble at Madrid? And Olivier Giroud might not have ‘broken America', but he's still banging the goals in for Lille.Topics: 02:42 - Guillem's lunch with Getafe manager José Bordalás 05:26 - Champions League draw - Kairat Almaty - the Champions League's most easterly club 10:47 - FK Bodø/Glimt - the Champions League's most northerly club - with Norwegian football expert Mats Arntzen 19:30 - Serie A - Jamie Vardy on his way to Cremonese? 29:45 - La Liga - Trent on the bench at Real Madrid 33:35 - The return of Real Oviedo with fan Diego Crespo 43:08 - Lamine Yamal the new number 10 at Barcelona 46:05 - Olivier Giroud loving life at LilleBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat - 1500 - Premier League - Man Utd v Burnley Sat - 1500 - Premier League - Tottenham v Bournemouth Sat - 1730 - Premier League - Leeds v Newcastle Sun - 1200 - Scottish Premiership - Rangers v Celtic Sun - 1400 - Premier League - Brighton v Man City Sun - 1400 - Nottingham Forest v West Ham Sun - 1630 - Liverpool v Arsenal

Steve Crossman is joined by Julien Laurens, James Horncastle and Rafa Honigstein for the first Euro Leagues of the season!The panel chat about early season bust-ups and wantaway stars, as well as looking ahead to the start of the new Bundesliga and Serie A seasons.Topics: 02:43 - Argy-bargy at Marseille 09:55 - Roberto De Zerbi's future at Marseille 16:20 - Gianluigi Donnarumma's future at PSG 25:52 - Florian Neuhaus being banished to the youth team at  Borussia Mönchengladbach 28:31 - Ademola Lookman looking to leave Atalanta 35:00 - New Bundesliga season - new beginnings at RB Leipzig 37:53 - Can anyone stop Bayern? 40:04 - A continental replacement for Eberechi Eze at Crystal Palace? 40:45 - New Serie A season - Antonio Conte remains at Napoli 42:40 - Who are Napoli's biggest challengers?   BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries:Sat - 1500 - Premier League - Brentford v Villa Sat - 1500 - Premier League - Burnley v Sunderland Sat - 1730 - Premier League - Arsenal v Leeds Sun - 1400 - Premier League - Everton v Brighton Sun - 1400 - Premier League - Palace v Forest Sun - 1630 - Premier League - Fulham v Man Utd

We're delving into the Football Daily archives for this episode as Steve Crossman, Guillem Balagué, Raphael Honigstein & Kristof Terreur argue, debate and (eventually) pick the Euro Leagues' ultimate Champions League XI before the Champions League Final between Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain back in 2020. Iker Casillas or Edwin van der Sar, Robert Lewandowski or Diego Milito – who makes it into the coveted starting line-up?

Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Balagué and Mina Rzouki. They reflect on PSG winning their first Champions League. What next for Inter after Simone Inzaghi leaves? The panel have their say on the latest transfer moves. Could Crystal Palace's Europa League place be in jeopardy? And the gang give their moments, signings and players of the season.02:25 Champions League Final reflections 18:35 Is Luis Enrique destined for the Premier League? 26:05 Simone Inzaghi has already left Inter 31:55 Could Cesc Fabregas replace him? 36:05 Transfers – Reijnders, Cherki & Luis Díaz 41:00 Crystal Palace European place in jeopardy? 46:55 Moments, signings and players of the seasonBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat 1700 Andorra v England in World Cup Qualifying, Tue 1945 England v Senegal in Friendly.

Conor Mcnamara, Kristof Terreur, Mina Rzouki and Julien Laurens are back with the latest episode of Euro Leagues.The team look ahead to this weekend's Champions League final between PSG and Inter. Julien joins from Munich in his lucky PSG top. They explore where the game will be won and lost, in this battle of football cultures! Away from Europe's centre piece finale, they discuss Erik Ten Hag's return to management at Bayer Leverkusen and the size of the job that Xabi Alonso has on his hands at Real Madrid. There are also celebrations for Napoli and Union Saint-Gilloise in Belgium. Timecodes: 02:08 - Champions League Preview 22:16 - Erik Ten Hag to Bayer Leverkusen 25:37 - Xabi Alonso's tough task at Real Madrid 28:26 - Napoli's title win & is Kevin De Bruyne heading to Naples? 32:41 - Union Saint-Gilloise win the Belgium Pro LeagueBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Fri 1945 England v Portugal in the UEFA Women's Nations League, Sat 2000 PSG v Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League Final.

Steve Crossman is joined by Mina Rzouki, Julien Laurens and Guillem Balague ahead of the end of the season. It's an exciting final round of fixtures in Italy with Napoli 1 point clear of Inter. Will Antonio Conte stay if Napoli win their second title in three years? How will Inter cope with balancing the Champions League final? Dutch journalist Marcel van der Kraan drops by to talk Ajax – whose nine point lead with seven games to go was overturned by PSV in one of the most sensational title capitulations ever seen in club football – leaving them without a trophy for the third successive season. They also talk about the emotional farewell – is it the new football fashion? And what's next for Luka Modric after the midfielder announced his departure from Real Madrid. Plus, could Sampdoria actually end up avoiding relegation? In France, there was an amazing escape for Le Havre, who came from behind twice to beat Strasbourg 3-2. And why do newly promoted teams in Europe fare better than in England?TIME CODES: 03:05 – All to play for in Italy 14:46 – Title capitulation for Ajax 26:45 – The emotional goodbye 40:43 – Le Havre's Great Escape 44:14 – Why do newly promoted teams fair better in Europe than in England? 48:48 – Sampdoria not relegated after all?COMMENTARIES: Saturday 24th May - 1500 - Scottish Cup Final: Aberdeen v Celtic - Sports Extra 3 Saturday 24th May - 1700 - Women's Champions League Final: Arsenal v Barcelona - BBC Radio 5live Sunday 25th May - 1600 - Premier League: Nottingham Forest v Chelsea - BBC Radio 5live

Steve Crossman, Raphael Honigstein, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle are back with the latest episode of Euro Leagues.The guys reflect on Xabi Alonso's time at Bayer Leverkusen, and what he'll be thinking about before returning to Los Blancos. Xabi's arrival means Carlo Ancelotti's off to the Brazil national team. Could we see a return to the fold for Neymar? South American football expert Tim Vickery joins the pod with all the latest.Bologna win their first trophy in over 50 years, beating AC Milan in the Coppa Italia final, and Sampdoria are relegated to Serie C for the first time in the club's history.Timecodes: 00:40 Looking back at Xabi Alonso at Leverkusen, & what will life be like back in Madrid? 16:38 Carlo Ancelotti's off to Brazil 29:20 Bologna win Coppa Italia 36:35 Sampdoria relegated to Serie C for the first timeBBC Sounds / 5 Live / Radio 5 Sports Extra weekend commentaries: Sat 1630 Men's FA Cup Final: Crystal Palace vs Manchester City (5 Live) Sun 1330 Women's FA Cup Final: Chelsea vs Manchester United (Sports Extra 3) Sun 1415 Premier League: West Ham vs Nottingham Forest (5 Live) Sun 1500 Premier League: Brentford vs Fulham (Sports Extra 2) Sun 1630 Premier League: Arsenal vs Newcastle (5 Live)

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki. After another memorable week in the Champions League, the team unpick all the big talking points. Do Barcelona need to tweak their style of play? And with a Classico on Sunday, could their season quickly unravel after the defeat in Milan? The team discuss Yann Sommer and Francesco Acerbi after Inter Milan reached their second final in three years – and cast an early eye ahead to the final after PSG knocked out Arsenal. Julien reveals he is already turning into Father Christmas as requests for tickets come his way – but is starting to feel nervous about the big match in Munich. With Paris FC winning promotion to Ligue 1, Julien explains why it will be a friendly – and very, very local - derby when they play PSG next season, and Mina discusses the super tight race for a Champions League spot in Italy. TIMECODES….. 0 mins: Intro, with John Bennett back in the chair after the show had no presenter last week. 2 mins: The team discuss Inter v Barca – a Champions League classic. But did Barca mess it up? 8 mins: Could Barcelona's season start to unravel after their defeat in Italy? 12 mins: Inter's collective effort and the brilliance of keeper Yann Sommer. 16 mins: The great story of Inter goalscorer Francesco Acerbi. 22 mins: The brilliance of PSG – and why they deserve to be in the final – despite what Mikel Arteta said. 26 mins: The team look ahead to the final in Munich on 29 May. 31 mins: Paris FC – promotion to the top flight and a friendly derby. 35 min: The race for Champions League places in Serie A.Thursday 8th May EUROPA LEAGUE: Bodo Glimt v Spurs – LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Alistair Bruce-Ball and Paul Robinson. EUROPA LEAGUE: Manchester United v Athletic Club - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Ian Dennis and Izzy Christiansen. Saturday 10th May WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Liverpool 1230 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Eilidh Barbour and Tanya Oxtoby PREMIER LEAGUE: Southampton v Manchester City 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Ian Dennis and Rob Green. PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Aston Villa 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Alistair Bruce-Ball and Francis Benali. Sunday 11th May PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Leicester 1415 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Vicki Sparks and Clinton Morrison. PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v West Ham 1415 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA -Chris Coles and Michael Brown PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Crystal Palace 1415 KO – LIVE ON BBC SPORT WEBSITE - Paul Scott and Daniel Gabbidon PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v Arsenal 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - John Murray and Stephen Warnock.

This week from the bay area we with us have Kenny Hatch. Kenny is California native who has played basketball at various levels including overseas in professional leagues in Spain and Italy and is now running a player development facility in San Fransico. Throughout the episode we talk about the mindset required to continue chasing self-development and what it is like to go from being an athlete to now coaching players. Follow Kenny on Instagram @KennyHatch44 and check out his new facility opening soon. As always thanks for listening and enjoy the episode.     

From PSG's great win to the thrilling draw at Barca – this week's Champions League action unpicked. Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle reflect on a brilliant week of action in the Champions League. The team discuss the superb performances from Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and PSG's Gianluigi Donarumma among others – and pick who they think will go through to the final. James also gives some insight into the latest sensation from Argentina football after his trip to Buenos Aires. Plus, what is happening with Carlo Ancelotti and Brazil? And who is the man called Trousers who has just won promotion in France? Oh, and with Liam Rosenior signing a new deal at Strasbourg a year after being sacked by Hull, who are on the verge of relegation from the Championship, which other clubs made managerial sackings they lived to regret?TIMECODES 0 mins – Intro, with James talking about his trip to Argentina. Also, where is the presenter? 3 mins – James gives some insight into Franco Mastantuono, the new wonderkid of Argentine football. 6.50 mins – The brilliance of Lamine Yamal – and the difficulties he posed for Inter Milan. And who will go through from the tie? 18 mins – Carlo Ancelotti and the Brazil national job – will it happen? 22 mins – PSG and their win over Arsenal – how good was Gianluigi Donarumma? 33.53 mins – Lorient's promotion – under Mr Pantaloni. 35.26 mins – Liam's Rosenior's new deal and terrible managerial sackings.FOOTBALL COMMENTARIES THIS WEEK Thursday 1st May EUROPA LEAGUE: Athletic Club v Manchester United - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Ian Dennis and Paul Robinson. EUROPA LEAGUE: Spurs v Bodo Glimt – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Alistair Bruce-Ball and Rob Green. Saturday 3rd May PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Ipswich 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Conor McNamara and Chris Sutton. PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Bournemouth 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - John Murray and Rob Green. Sunday 4th May WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Manchester City 1200 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Maz Farookhi and Lindsay Johnson PREMIER LEAGUE: Brighton v Newcastle 1400 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Alistair Bruce-Ball and TBC PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Manchester United 1400 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - John Acres and Daniel Gabbidon PREMIER LEAGUE: West Ham v Spurs 1400 KO – LIVE ON BBC SPORT WEBSITE - Chris Wise and Matt Jarvis PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Liverpool 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - John Murray and Pat Nevin.

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Mina Rzouki and Julien Laurens to talk the latest in European football.The team pay tribute to Pope Francis and his love of football. Are Inter Milan falling at the final hurdle of the season, and should title playoffs exist?The tributes continue as Marcel van der Kraan joins the pod to reflect on the life and career of Dutch footballer and coach, Leo Beenhakker.And finally, who are the other universally loved coaches of the modern game?02:07 Tribute to Pope Francis 10:31 Are Inter collapsing? 17:20 Should title playoffs exist? 26:00 Leo Beenhakker tribute 34:42 Ancelotti's future, & universally loved coachesBBC Sounds / 5 Live / Radio 5 Sports Extra weekend commentaries: Sat 1500 Newcastle v Ipswich in the Premier League, Sat 1715 Crystal Palace v Aston Villa in the FA Cup semis, Sun 1400 Bournemouth v Man Utd in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Chelsea v Barcelona in the Women's Champions League, Sun 1630 Liverpool v Tottenham in the Premier League, Sun 1630 Nottingham Forest v Man City in the FA Cup semis.

After Real Madrid's tame Champions League exit the Euro Leagues crew ask whether signing Trent Alexander-Arnold is really the priority to improve such an imbalanced squad needing greater defensive stability. What else needs addressing and who is/isn't in the frame to succeed Carlo Ancelotti.Also on the agenda for Guillem Balague, Mina Rzouki and Julien Laurens; Inter and Barcelona meeting in the UCL semis for the first time since 2010 when Jose's Inter went through at Camp Nou depite not having a shot in the second leg against Pep's Barca. What are we expecting this time around?There's a special guest on this week's pod in former Bayern technical director Marco Neppe who discusses his favourite signings from his time in Munich, how elite clubs operate, breaking the German transfer record for Harry Kane, and the recent discourse that elite level football has become boring.TIMECODES 05:07 – Real Madrid elimination 15:48 – Inter set up Barcelona semi and memories of Mourinho v Pep in 2010 22:59 - Marco Neppe on Bayern's exit and his career as the club's Technical Director, his favourite signings, the record deal for Harry Kane, and recent discourse that elite level football has become boring. 40:14 – PSG v ArsenalBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Sat 1200 *5 Sports Extra* WSL West Ham v Manchester United Sat 1230 Women's Champions League Arsenal v Lyon Sat 1500 Premier League Everton v Manchester City Sat 1730 Premier League Aston Villa v Newcastle Sun 1400 Premier League Ipswich v Arsenal Sun 1400 *5 Sports Extra* Premier League Manchester United v Wolves Sun 1400 *BBC Sport app & website* Premier League Fulham v Chelsea Sun 1630 Premier League Leicester v Liverpool

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Kristof Terreur. They unpick the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final ties. Guillem explains why Barcelona are finally over the Lionel Messi era and ask whether there is any chance of a sensational comeback by Real Madrid against Arsenal. The team debate why Inter Milan perhaps deserve more credit than they get and explain who could be PSG's answer to Mohamed Salah? And with Kevin De Bruyne leaving Manchester City, Kristof sheds light on the talented youngster at Genk who is drawing comparisons with the Belgium legend. Oh – and with Raphinha tapping home on the goal-line to deny Pau Cubarsi, the team discuss the tricky subject of goal theft. TIMECODES 0 mins – After Raphinha nicked a goal from Pau Cubarsi, the team discuss other examples of tapping home to deny a team-mate a goal. 4 mins – The reaction in Belgium to the news Kevin De Bruyne is leaving Man City – and where he is likely to go next. 8 mins – The brilliance of Barcelona and the importance of Raphinha and Lamine Yamal. 16 mins – Do Real Madrid have any chance of going through? And is the writing on the wall for Carlo Ancelotti? 26 mins – Under-appreciated Inter Milan – and their prospects of ending Bayern's dream of a Munich final. 33 mins – The team pick what they liked most about PSG's win over Aston Villa. 37 mins – Konstantinos Karetsas – the new name to watch in Belgium football.Forthcoming commentaries Thursday 10th April EUROPA LEAGUE: Lyon v Manchester United 2000 KO - Conor McNamara and Izzy Christiansen. Saturday 12th April WOMENS FA CUP: Chelsea v Liverpool 1215 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Charlie Slater and Molly Mae Sharpe. PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Everton 1500 KO - Ian Dennis and Leon Osman. PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Brentford 1730 KO - Conor McNamara and Andy Reid. Sunday 13th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v West Ham 1400 KO - John Murray and Paul Robinson. PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Ipswich 1400 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Chris Wise and Curtis Davies PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Spurs 1400 KO – LIVE ON THE BBC SPORT WEBSITE – Lee Blakeman and Stephen Kelly PREMIER LEAGUE: Newcastle v Manchester United 1630 KO – Mike Minay and Pat Nevin.

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle to delve into this week's top European football stories. The Arminia Bielefeld captain, Mael Corboz, joins the pod as his side shocked Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday to reach the German DFB Pokal Cup final. There's also an appearance from Max Aarons, who's on loan at Valencia from Bournemouth. He tells us about his decision to move to Spain and how he feels about his home club having such a great season. Plus, the team discuss the drama of the Copa del Rey.TIME CODES: 01:24 Arminia Bielefeld captain, Mael Corboz. 18:41 Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey 23:20 Valencia defender, Max Aarons. 33:06 Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey 34:35 An almost upset for DunkerqueCommentaries this weekend: Friday 4th April WOMENS NATIONS LEAGUE: England v Belgium 2000 KO on 5 Live, WOMENS NATONS LEAGUE: Wales v Denmark 1915 KO on the BBC Sport website.Saturday 5th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Crystal Palace v Brighton 1500 KO on 5 Live, PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest 1730 KO on 5 Live.Sunday 6th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Liverpool 1400 KO on 5 Live, PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Chelsea 1400 KO on Sports Extra, PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Southampton 1400 KO on the BBC Sport website, PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Manchester City 1630 KO on 5 Live.

Who keeps four turtles in their fridge? And who is the two-metre Messi? John Bennett is joined by Julien Laurens, Rafa Honigstein and Mina Rzouki for some interesting chat about European football and so much more. The team discuss a novel approach to match coverage in French broadcasting. Have Germany unearthed a new number nine? Do Italy have an identity under Luciano Spaletti? And have France filled the gap left by the retirement of Antoine Griezmann? Plus – were Juventus right to sack Thiago Motta? And how furious are Bayern Munich after a serious injury suffered by Alphonso Davies playing for Canada. TIMECODES: 0 mins: Intro 1.06: The reaction in Germany to Thomas Tuchel's start as England manager 4.09: Live coverage of the 12th tier of French football 8.33: Germany's search for a number nine – featuring Tim Kleindienst (who keeps turtles) and Nick Woltemade (who is very tall). 16.24: Have the Italian team got an identity? 19.54: Why can Italy no longer produce world-class players? 22.20: Can Michael Olise fill the gap left by the retirement of Antoine Griezmann? 26.39: What role is there for Rayan Cherki in the France squad? 29: How big a blow for Bayern is the injury suffered by Alphonso Davies? 33.55: Were Juventus right to sack Thiago Motta? And what about Igor Tudor?Football commentaries this week: Thursday 27th March WOMENS CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Chelsea v Manchester City 2000 KO - Jonathan Pearce and Gilly Flaherty.Saturday 29th March FA CUP: Fulham v Crystal Palace 1215 KO - Conor McNamara and Mark Schwarzer. SCOTTISH PREMIERSHIP: Celtic v Hearts 1500 KO - Ian Dennis and Pat Nevin. FA CUP: Brighton v Nottingham Forest 1715 KO - Chris Wise. Sunday 30th March FA CUP: Preston North End v Aston Villa 1330 KO - John Murray and Leon Osman. WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Chelsea v West Ham 1630 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA

John Bennett is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Balague and Kristof Terreur to discuss Kylian Mbappe and Thibaut Courtois returning from the international wilderness.We ask whether Virgil van Dijk is heading to PSG and if a strong Barcelona equates to a strong Spain.And why are Real Madrid threatening to boycott La Liga games?Topics: 00: 34 - Players reporting for international duty like they're walking the catwalk 05:09 - Kylian Mbappe returns for France after six-month hiatus 15:54 - Desire Doue's first France call-up and PSG's new approach to recruitment 21:02 - Virgil van Dijk's future 24:33 - Thibaut Courtois returns for Belgium after 18-month absence 34:28 - Rudi Garcia as new Belgium head coach 36:43 - Does a strong Barcelona equate to a strong Spain? 42:11 - Carlo Ancelotti says Real Madrid shouldn't play La Liga games if they're not given 72 hours between matchesBBC Sounds/ 5 Live commentaries this week: Greece v Scotland - Nations League playoff - 19:45 - Thursday 20th March England v Albania - World Cup qualifier - 19:45 - Friday 21st March Man City v Chelsea - Women's Super League - 19:45 - Sunday 23rd March England v Latvia - World Cup qualifier - 19:45 - Monday 24th March

UEFA say they're considering a law change in the aftermath of the Julian Alvarez double contact penalty incident…..do the Euro Leagues panel think there's a solution? Even though they went through might it not be the happiest camp at Real Madrid? Guillem, Juls and James also chat megaphones in stadiums, the top scanning players, Marco Asensio facing parent club PSG for Villa, and Simone Inzaghi reaching 200 games in charge at Inter.

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle to discuss the latest from the world of European football.They dissect the biggest storylines from this week's Champions League action, focusing on the performances of goalkeepers including Alisson Becker, who played a key role in Liverpool's win at Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their last-16 tie.The podcast moves on to the derby knockout clash between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid, before considering left-field suggestions for the Ballon d'Or, and discussing how Isco looks inspired and rejuvenated at Real Betis.One of the most shocking headlines of the week is Lyon boss Paulo Fonseca receiving a nine-month ban, and there is a feelgood story with Joseph Kalulu joining his brothers in professional football, but the panel most enjoy teasing Steve about the "weather in Sociedad".TIMECODES:06:02 - Goalkeeping chat on Alisson Becker, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Wojciech Szczesny 21:00 - Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid 26:05 - Inter Milan 28:12 - Raphinha or Julian Alvarez for Ballon d'Or? 31:15 - Isco's rejuvenation at Real Betis 34:55 - Paulo Fonseca's nine-month ban 43:20 - The Kalulu brothersBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this week:Wed 5 Mar - 20:00 - Paris Saint-Germain v Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League on 5 Live Thu 6 Mar - 17:30 - Real Sociedad v Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League on 5 Live Sat 8 Mar - 15:00 - Liverpool v Southampton in the Premier League on 5 Live Sat 8 Mar - 17:30 - Brentford v Aston Villa in the Premier League on 5 Live Sun 9 Mar - 14:00 - Chelsea v Leicester City in the Premier League on 5 Live Sun 9 Mar - 16:30 - Manchester United v Arsenal in the Premier League on 5 Live Tues 11 Mar - 20:00 - Liverpool v PSG in the Champions League on 5 Live Wed 12 Mar - 20:00 - Aston Villa v Club Brugge in the Champions League on 5 Live

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balagué, Raphael Honigstein and Julien Laurens to discuss the latest from the world of European football.The guys chat about the latest stories from Europe's cup competitions, before we hear a sit down interview between Guillem and former Barcelona player, Bojan Krkić. Bojan opens up about his struggles with mental health and anxiety during his playing career.Then, we hear all about the thrilling finish that the Bundesliga 2, Germany's second division, looks set up for.04:14 Cannes' star-studded performances in the Coupe de France 08:45 Barcelona, Real and Atletico Madrid have their eyes on the Copa Del Rey 13:59 Underdog stories in the DFB Pokal 18:13 Bojan Krkić interview 34:06 The panel reflect on the Bojan interview 41:07 Bundesliga 2 gears up for a fireworks finishBBC Sounds / 5 Live FA Cup commentaries this weekend:Fri 28 Feb 2000 Aston Villa v CardiffSat 1 Mar 1215 Crystal Palace v Millwall Sat 1 Mar 1215 Preston v Burnley on BBC Sport website Sat 1 Mar 1500 Bournemouth v Wolves Sat 1 Mar 1745 Man City v PlymouthSun 2 Mar 1345 Newcastle v BrightonMon 3 Mar 1930 Nottingham Forest v Ipswich

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Marcel van der Kraan on this episode of the Euro Leagues.The team reflect on the results of the Champions League play-offs, discuss why Italian clubs have failed this season, and unravel the dispute between Ademola Lookman and Atalanta manager, Gian Piero Gasperini. They are then joined by interim manager for Belgian side Lommel SK, Ryan Garry. And finally a quick word on Mbappe's hat-trick heroics against Manchester City this week.03:02 Champions League disaster for Italian clubs 15:09 Lookman and Gasperini's falling out 23:57 Dutch clubs finding success in Europe 27:16 Lommel SK's Ryan Garry joins the pod 37:56 Mbappe puts away Manchester CityBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Fri 21 Feb 1945 Portugal v England in the Women's Nations League. Sat 22 Feb 1500 Arsenal v West Ham United in the Premier League. Sat 22 Feb 1730 Aston Villa v Chelsea in the Premier League on 5 Sports Extra. Sun 23 Feb 1400 Newcastle v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Sun 23 Feb 1630 Manchester City v Liverpool in the Premier League.

Has Kylian Mbappe established himself as Real Madrid's main forward?John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Mina Rzouki and Julien Laurens to look back on the first legs in the Champions League play-off round.They look at Real Madrid's performance in their 3-2 win at Manchester City, looking at Mbappe's role in the side and Carlo Ancelotti's managerial skills. It was also a mixed week for the Italian clubs with victory for Juventus but defeats for AC Milan and Atalanta.08:00 Mbappe - is he the main man? 19:50 Do AC Milan's attacking talents unbalance the rest of the side? 26:30 Controversial penalty decision for Club Brugge against Atalanta 29:10 Out of favour Dusan Vlahovic5 Live/BBC Sounds commentaries this weekend: Sat 15 Feb 1500 Man City v Newcastle, Sat 15 Feb 1730 Crystal Palace v Everton, Sun 16 Feb 1400 Liverpool v Wolves, Sun 16 Feb 1630 Tottenham v Man Utd.

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle.How has Cristiano Ronaldo elongated his career? The Portuguese striker is still scoring in Saudi Arabia so a former Manchester United performance coach tells us how he's done it.Which team in Europe was the busiest in the January transfer window? Which winter window buys could prove a win for the buying clubs? They discuss Mathys Tel and Rennes deadline day dash. Also, is Ousmane Dembele finally fulfilling his potential?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 5 Feb 2000 Newcastle v Arsenal in the Carabao Cup, Thu 6 Feb 2000 Liverpool v Tottenham in the Carabao Cup, Fri 7 Feb 2000 Man Utd v Leicester in the FA Cup.

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Rafa Honigstein and James Horncastle. Did the new format of the Champions League work? Did it favour the bigger clubs? Will it stop clubs dreaming of a European Super League? And what would they tweak about the format? The team unpick the league phase of the competition. Plus, with the transfer window just days from closing, what are the possible moves to keep an eye on?TIMECODES 0 mins – Intro – what TV shows are the team watching right now? 1 min – what did they all make of the new league phase now that it has finished? 8 mins – was there enough drama and jeopardy? 15 mins – Rafa explains why he likes the new format when set against the prospect of a European Super League. 19 mins – Rafa discusses why it has been popular in Germany. 21 mins – why Lille really impressed. 24 mins – the bracket – what it is and how it all looks going forward. 26 mins – the success – or not - of the Serie A clubs so far. 30 mins – transfer section, including Mathys Tel, Ewan Ferguson and Antony – and why strikers might dominate the next few days.Upcoming commentaries….. Saturday 1st February PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Liverpool 1500 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Aston Villa 1730 KO – Starts on Sports Extra and moves to 5 Live for Second Half Sunday 2ND February WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Arsenal 1200 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Crystal Palace 1400 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Spurs 1400 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Man City 1630 KO – 5 Live WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Tottenham v Manchester United 1845 KO – Sports Extra

Following an exciting penultimate round of Champions League group stage action, the panel discuss Bayern Munich and whether their defeat to Benfica was just a bump in the road? Could Xabi Alonso be the next manager in the dugout at Real Madrid? And after Luis Enrique described his PSG side as a “complete team”, what's next for them? Plus, who next for Borussia Dortmund after the club sacked Nuri Sahin? And the panel discuss who might be the next Belgium manager. And hear all the latest from the transfer window – what will Omar Marmoush bring to Manchester City, and could Marcus Rashford to Barcelona really happen?John Bennet is joined by Guillem Balague, Kristof Terreur and Archie Rhind-Tutt to discuss all of the week's biggest European football headlines.TIME CODES:05:00 – Bayern Munich 11:20 – Bayer Leverkusen and Xabi Alonso 18:20 – PSG 25:20 – Barcelona 28:20 – Sahin out at Borussia Dortmund 35:40 – Tedesco leaves Belgium 39:10 – Omar Marmoush to Manchester City 42:35 – Marcus Rashford to Barcelona? 44:20 – Kyle Walker to AC Milan5 Live and BBC Sounds commentaries this week:Thursday 23rd January: Manchester United v Rangers – Europa League – 8pm KO – 5 LiveSaturday 25th January: Aston Villa v Manchester City – WSL – 12pm KO – 5 Sports Extra Wolves v Arsenal – Premier League – 3pm KO – 5 Live Manchester City v Chelsea – Premier League - 5.30pm KO – 5 LiveSunday 26th January: Tottenham v Leicester – Premier League – 2pm KO – 5 Live Crystal Palace v Brentford – Premier League – 2pm KO – 5 Sports Extra Aston Villa v West Ham – Premier League - 4.30pm KO – 5 Live

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki. They discuss how Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will fit at PSG and whether Alejandro Garnacho would be a good replacement at Napoli. How will Randal Kolo Muani fit at Juventus? And how much pressure is Carlo Ancelotti under at Real Madrid? The team also discuss numerous players linked with transfers, including Abdukodir Khusanov and Marcus Rashford. Julien also tells the remarkable backstory of new Sunderland signing Enzo Le Fee. Warning: This episode contains discussions about suicide. If you or someone you know is in need of help, you can find links to organisations who can provide help and support at bbc.co.uk/actionlineTIMECODES… 0 mins – Introduction – just where is Sunderland? 2 mins – Will Khvicha Kvaratskhelia fit at PSG and will Alejandro Garnacho be a good replacement at Napoli? 13 mins – Mina discusses the problems at Juventus – and whether Randal Kolo Muani will be a good signing? 19 mins – What will Jurgen Klopp do now he has started his new job at Red Bull? And we hear from the former Liverpool manager. 25 mins – Guillem discusses how deep the problems are at Real Madrid – and how much pressure there is on Carlo Ancelotti. 29 mins – The team discusses several possible transfers – including Abdukodir Khusanov, Marcus Rashford and Martin Zubimendi. 32 mins – Julien explains the amazing backstory of new Sunderland signing Enzo Le Fee. 35 mins – The team discuss their favourite European cup competition – although some of them go a little rogue.

John Bennett is joined by James Horncastle for the latest episode of Euro Leagues. Julien Laurens drops in to discuss the announcement by Didier Deschamps that he will be standing down as France boss in 2026. Will Zinedine Zidane be next? And Ernest Macia from Radio Catalunya joins the team to discuss the latest regarding Dani Olmo after it emerges he is allowed to play for Barcelona – for now! We hear from Guillem Balague and Rafa Honigstein to discuss who might move in January – with Ronald Araujo, Donyell Malen and Marcus Rashford among the names. And the good form at AC Milan and Roma under their new managers is also discussed.TIMECODES 1 min – James discusses the most famous players he has shared coffee with. 3 mins – Julien drops in to discuss the big news about Didier Deschamps – plus who might succeed him. 15 mins – Why it is working for Sergio Conceicao at AC Milan. 24 mins - Ernest Macia joins the pod to discuss the news that Barcelona have been given temporary approval to re-register Dami Olmo and Pau Victor. 32 mins - Claudio Ranieri and why it is going so well for him at Roma. 37 mins – Transfer latest – with Guillem Balague and Rafa Honigstein dropping in as they discuss Ronald Araujo, Donyell Malen and Marcus Rashford.

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Rafa Honigstein for the first Euro Leagues of 2025. They discuss the match they are most looking forward and highlight players you should keep an eye on in 2025. From Omar Marmousch at Eintracht Frankfurt to the young Argentine flourishing at Como, they pick out players who could be set for a big move, those on the cusp of great things and a couple of youngsters making big strides. They also pick out something that they are looking forward to in football this year – and end the show with some predictions.TIMECODES 0 mins: Introduction and New Year's Resolutions 1 min: Fixtures to look forward to in 2025. 7 mins: Eintracht Frankfurt's Omar Marmousch. 12 mins: Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi. 15 mins: Stuttgart's Angelo Stiller. 20 mins: Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche. 25 mins: Como's Nico Paz. 29 mins: Heidenheim's Paul Wanner (on loan from Bayern Munich). 33 mins: Real Madrid's Joan Martinez. 35 mins: The team discuss something that they are looking forward to seeing in football in 2025.

Are Barca blowing it? Is it Atleti's season? Or Real Madrid to triumph? John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Rafa Honigstein for the final Euro Leagues of 2024. They discuss what is shaping up to be a brilliant tussle for the title in Spain. The also debate whether it will become increasingly interesting in Germany after Bayern Munich's first defeat of the season. What went wrong for Pep Ljinders at RB Salzburg and how it all went so well for Brest are also discussed. The team also discuss whether Marcus Rashford will end up in Paris. Plus – with the year almost at an end – what was their favourite moment? And who was their favourite player?Timecodes…. 0 mins: Intro 3.35: Do fans in Germany and Spain wish there was no winter break? 5.32: The title race in Spain – starting with the problems at Barcelona. 12.31: Could this be Atletico Madrid's season? 17.27: Or will Real Madrid succeed with an increasingly in-form Kylian Mbappe? 21.27: Why it seems to be getting more interesting at the top in the Bundesliga. 25.20: The sacking of Pep Ljinders at RB Salzburg and his prospects of getting another job. 29.27: Why 2024 has been such a great year for Brest. 31.33: Julien Laurens explains why PSG will not be signing Marcus Rashford. 32.40: The team select their moment of the year. 36.49: The panel then select their play of the year.

Juventus and Real Madrid win but big praise for Atalanta and Club Brugge. John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Mina Rzouki and Kristof Terreur to unpick another dramatic week in the Champions League. They discuss a much-needed victory for Juventus over the increasingly beleaguered Manchester City before analysing a sensational match between Atalanta and Real Madrid. There is discussion around why Alessandro Del Piero is so important for the development of Kenan Yildiz and why it did not work out for Charles De Ketelaere at AC Milan but has turned around for him at Atalanta. Is Thibaut Courtois back to his best? And how good has David de Gea been at Fiorentina this season? Plus – what's the secret behind Club Brugge's great form in the Champions League? Timecodes…. 0 mins: Intro – with Guillem's tips on the attractions of Girona. 2.24: What the team make of the Champions League table. 4.51: The team discuss a big win for Juve – and explain why Alessandro Del Piero is so important for the development of Kenan Yildiz. 11.22: Guillem gives his takes on some of the issues at Man City. 17.35: Have Real Madrid turned a corner? 20.50: The form of Thibaut Courtois. 22.14: Why it is working out for Ademola Lookman at Atalanta – and whether there is a big move for him on the horizon. 24.24: Why it did not work out for Charles De Ketelaere at AC Milan but has turned around for him at Atalanta 30.29: David de Gea's impressive stats at Fiorentina. 34.20: Club Brugge – and the sensational story of their rise under Nicky Hayen.

We have the latest on Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove who is out of intensive care following his cardiac arrest on the pitch at the weekend.Fan anger at perceived ineffectual ownership is the key theme at the bottom of La Liga which Real Valladolid owner Ronaldo (the Brazilian one) facing calls to step down whilst there's a very real threat of only a second relegation in Valencia's history.In France Roberto De Zerbi is becoming one of the faces of Ligue Un and just ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup draw we find out who is excited and why.TIMECODES 01:47 – Guillem on Julen Lopetegui's job security 05:37 – Edoardo Bove latest 11:02 – Unpopular owners at the bottom of La Liga 24:05 – Roberto De Zerbi rides the Marseille rollercoaster 32:23 – FIFA Club World Cup excitement levelsBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 7 Dec, 15:00 – Crystal Palace v Manchester City - 5 Live Sat 7 Dec, 17:30 – Manchester United v Nottingham Forest - 5 Live Sun 8 Dec, 14:00 – Fulham v Arsenal - 5 Live Sun 8 Dec, 16:30 – Tottenham v Chelsea - 5 Live

Why the new Champions League has been far from easy for PSG and Real Madrid. John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague and Julien Laurens as they unpick the big stories after another week of drama in the Champions League. How deep are the issues at PSG and Real Madrid – and is there any chance they will fail to qualify? Plus, Robert Lewandowski has joined elite company after reaching 100 goals in the Champions League and Diego Simeone has reached a staggering 700 games in charge of Atletico Madrid.

Steve Crossman is joined by Archie Rhind-Tutt, Mina Rzouki and Julien Laurens. San Marino earn promotion into Nations League C, while France and Germany end the year with wins.Harry Kane has a rival in the Golden Boot race in Germany in the form of Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush, and Borussia Dortmund continue to falter in the league.Hear from former West Ham manager Slaven Bilic on his fellow Croat – and former Dortmund boss - Edin Terzic, as well as the rise of Luka Modric.And the panel discuss Lyon's financial problems, and Claudio Ranieri's return to Roma.Timecodes: 00:35 San Marino earn promotion 05:35 Germany thump Bosnia and Herzegovina 09:10 Time for Didier Deschamps to go? 15:30 Italy under Luciano Spalletti 18:25 Omar Marmoush starring in the Bundesliga 21:25 Slaven Bilic on Modric, West Ham and Edin Terzic 33:25 Edin Terzic and Borussia Dortmund 35:40 Lyon's financial troubles 38:10 Claudio Ranieri back at Roma5 Live commentaries this week Thursday - UWCL, Arsenal v Juventus - 2000 KO Saturday - Premier League, Arsenal v Nottingham Forest - 1500 KO Saturday - Premier League, Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur - 1730 KO Sunday - Premier League, Southampton v Liverpool - 1400 KO Sunday - Premier League, Ipswich v Manchester United - 1630 KO

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Kristof Terreur ahead of the international break.They discuss why France captain Kylian Mbappe was left out of the latest squad despite being fit and playing for Real Madrid.The podcast also covers the mounting problems for Belgium boss Domenico Tedesco, before the first part of a special interview with former Croatia manager Slaven Bilic.There is also time to reflect on how footballers and managers have helped following catastrophic floods in Spain.Timecodes:03:07 - Kylian Mbappe 13:00 - Slaven Bilic 29:20 - Domenico Tedesco 32:50 - Floods in SpainBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:Greece v England – UEFA Nations League – 19:45 – Thursday 14 November Scotland v Croatia – UEFA Nations League – 19:45 – Friday 15 November Tottenham v Arsenal – Women's Super League – 13:45 – Saturday 16 November England v Republic of Ireland – UEFA Nations League – 17:00 – Sunday 17 November Wales v Iceland - UEFA Nations League – 19:45 – Tuesday 19 November

PSG and Luis Enrique, Real Madrid and Kylian Mbappe – solving problems.Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki after another busy week in the Champions League.They discuss why PSG find themselves 25th in the Champions League table. They also get stuck into the multitude of problems currently facing Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti – including the question of how to get the best out of Kylian Mbappe.They also discuss what life at Sporting will look like after the departure of Ruben Amorim and the future of in-form striker Viktor Gyokeres.Plus – the feel-good story at Brest, the team's assessment of the new Champions League format at the half-way stage and Guillem gives his theory about the bizarre Tyrone Mings' handball.Timecodes: 0 – The team discuss tattoos and the life of a trader. 3.55 – The problems at PSG. 13.06 – The poor form at Real Madrid and what needs to change. 25.55 - Viktor Gyokeres and life at Sporting after the departure or Ruben Amorim. 35.10 – The super story of French side Brest. 38.45 – The team's assessment of the Champions League so far. 41.44 – Why Guillem thinks Tyrone Mings handled the ball playing for Aston Villa on Wednesday.

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Rafa Honigstein. How good a fit is Ruben Amorim to Manchester United, and how good are Barcelona?The Sporting Lisbon boss looks set to complete his move to Manchester, but will he be able to emulate his success in Portugal in the Premier League?Barcelona, fresh off a week that saw them score 13 goals and only concede two – the last four scored against bitter rivals Real Madrid in El Classico – are six points clear at the top of La Liga. How has Hansi Flick done it, and why are Madrid faltering?The panel also discuss the Scottish contingent in Naples aiding Antonio Conte's side in their quest for only a second Scudetto since 1990.Timecodes: 00:45 Ruben Amorim close to Manchester United move 11:00 Hansi Flick's dominant Barcelona 13:40 Real Madrid thumped in the Classico 17:20 Los Blancos' Ballon d'Or snub 23:25 Why is it going wrong for Carlo Ancelotti? 29:50 The Scots in Naples 33:55 Napoli title favourites?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Liverpool v Brighton - Premier League - 15:00 Liverpool - Saturday 2 November Wolves v Crystal Palace - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 2 November Spurs v Aston Villa - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 3 November Man Utd v Chelsea - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 3 November

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki to reflect on this week's Champions League action. The team discuss Barcelona's comprehensive victory over Bayern Munich, as well as Real Madrid's 'inevitable' comeback against Borussia Dortmund. The panel also touch on Juventus and PSG dropping points, before welcoming Patrick Kluivert to discuss El Clásico this weekend.Timecodes: 2:55 Barcelona's win over Bayern and Raphinha's hat-trick 13:45 Real Madrid's comeback and Vinicius for the Ballon d'Or? 21:40 Juventus, PSG and the other highlights 30:01 Patrick Kluivert on El ClásicoCommentaries on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds this week:England women v Germany women – Friendly at Wembley – 19:30 – Friday 25 OctoberAston Villa v Bournemouth – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 26 October Everton v Fulham – Premier League – 17:30 - Saturday 26 OctoberWest Ham v Man Utd – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October Chelsea v Newcastle - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – Sports Extra Crystal Palace v Spurs - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – BBC Sport Website & App Arsenal v Liverpool - Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 27 October

Thomas Tuchel is the new England head coach, but how did his early career in Germany influence his coaching style?The Euro Leagues team of Steve Crossman, Rafa Honigstein, Julien Laurens and Guillem Balague look at his early days as a coach at Mainz. They also examine how his time as a player for Ulm influenced his coaching career.Julien tells us about his meeting with Paul Pogba, who's looking to restart his playing career following a doping ban. And we hear from Ashley Coffey, the ex-Whitby Town striker who's topping the goalscoring charts in Finland's top flight.01:00 Thomas Tuchel's early career, 15:00 Paul Pogba plans his return to football 23:20 AC Oulu's Ashley Coffey on trying to win the Finnish golden bootBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:Saturday 19th October Manchester United v Brentford - Premier League - 5 Live from 15:00 Bournemouth v Arsenal - Premier League- 5 Live from 17:30Sunday 20th October Wolves v Man City - Premier League - 5 Live from 14:00 Liverpool v Chelsea - Premier League - 5 Live from 16:30

Jurgen Klopp has made a surprise return to football but what impact can he make with the Red Bull football group? And what will the move do to his reputation in Germany? Bild's Christian Falk joins the pod to help explain it all. John Bennett, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle also discuss why Kylian Mbappe's latest appearance for Real Madrid has not gone down well in France, the next generation of Maldini to make the Italy squad and the potential impact that Angel Gomes can have for England. Gibraltar's veteran international Lee Casciaro also joins the pod ahead of tomorrow's match against San Marino.Timecodes: 0 min: Intro and a discussion about the flamboyant fashion in the France squad 3 mins: - Jurgen Klopp's return to Red Bull – why he has done it and how it will go down with German football fans 14 mins: - How Kylian Mbappe has created more headaches for France and boss Didier Deschamps 19 mins: - Daniel Maldini – the third generation of Maldini's to make the Italy squad 23 mins: - Angel Gomes – why he is so good at Lille and what he can offer England 30 mins: - Gibraltar's Lee Casciaro joins the pod to discuss Thursday's match with San MarinoLive football coming up on BBC Sounds…. Thursday 10th October – England v Greece 7.45pm ko – John Murray, Ian Dennis and Paul Robinson. Nations League League on 5 Live Saturday 12th October – Arsenal women v Chelsea women 1.30pm ko – Alistair Bruce-Ball and Faye White. WSL on 5 Live Sunday 13th October – Manchester United women v Tottenham Hotspur women 12.30pm ko – Vicki Sparks and Rachel Brown-Finnis. WSL on 5 Live Sunday 13th October – Finland v England 5pm ko – John Murray and Matt Upson. Nations League on 5 Sports Extra