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No breaking Pittsburgh Steelers news? That's when our show gets the most honest. We're back in the basement, catching up with the Footballing family, and we start with the one Steelers moment that actually deserves the spotlight: Pat Freiermuth getting married. We send a real congratulations, then pivot into what we do best when the offseason goes quiet, telling stories and hanging out like you're sitting right here with us. We bring back the beer segment with two very different pours: a Western American lager that takes Ben straight back to Estes Park, Colorado, and a “Beer Flavored Beer” sent in from Allusion Brewing Company in Pennsylvania. The beer talk turns into the kind of unexpectedly fun rabbit hole we love, including a legit question: why do some beer steins have lids, and what does that say about the history of drinking culture? From there, it's camp stories from Wind River Ranch and a faith-based retreat that mixes family time, teaching, worship, and the kind of challenge you can't fake. Ben tells the egg toss story that ends in a brutal loss at the worst possible moment, then walks through a 3:45am hike in the dark to a sunrise summit over 11,000 feet. We talk altitude, heart rates, carrying everyone's water, kids sprinting ahead like mountain goats, and the simple “mountains and valleys” metaphor that sticks with you long after the trip ends. If you like Steelers podcasts with personality, craft beer reviews, and real-life lessons that land, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs a laugh, and leave a review with your own best hiking or game-day fail story.

It's Monday! Jane and Fi are casting looks of reverie, and lucky for you, we've got it all on camera: https://www.youtube.com/@OffAirWithJaneAndF Jane's been to some jazzy jazz, and Fi's been blasting Dua Lipa. They chat Austrian birth certificates, parrot farts, mini meat thermometers, and they don't discuss a man's botty! Plus, the results of the office sweepstake are in... Some recommendations from today's episode: the film 'My Favourite Cake', and the TV shows 'Peelers: The PSNI for Real' and 'Rooster'. You can buy tickets for Fringe by the Sea: https://www.fringebythesea.com/off-air-with-jane-fi-and-special-guest-jan-ravens/ Our next book club pick will be a collection of short stories! 'Interpreter of Maladies' is by Jhumpa Lahiri. You can check out our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@OffAirWithJaneAndFOur new playlist 'Coiled Spring' is up and running: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4tmoCpbp42ae7R1UY8ofzaOur most asked about book is called 'The Later Years' by Peter Thornton. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Night Cup is back to breakdown all of the day's tournament action, and this time Rog and Rory are joined by superstar comedian Trevor Noah to talk about the wonder of this summer's tournament, South Africa's lackluster start, and why angry honking can be an act of joy. Then, The Athletic's James Horncastle joins to breakdown Brazil vs Morocco and answer if Morocco are sneaky threats to win the tournament and whether Brazil can live up to their prestigious past. Plus, Scotland vs Haiti and the Tartan Army's invasion of Boston, Qatar vs Switzerland, and a look ahead to Germany and the Netherland's opening matches. Shop the latest MiB merch: https://mibcourage.co/3SE2TugFind the best pubs of the tournament with our MiB Bar Finder: https://mibcourage.co/49Q6uvfSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Footballing royalty Magic McLean joins 3AW Football from the Gabba!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the news from Europe's premier competition.PSG edge a nine-goal thriller against Bayern Munich, winning 5-4 in Paris to take a narrow advantage into the second legHarry Kane opens the scoring from the penalty spot before PSG respond with goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Joao NevesMichael Olise brings Bayern level, but a controversial Ousmane Dembele goal restores PSG's lead before half-timePSG surge into a 5-2 lead with further goals from Dembele and Kvaratskhelia in a chaotic second halfBayern fight back late through Dayot Upamecano and Luis Diaz to keep the tie finely balancedVincent Kompany believes Bayern could have scored more despite the high-scoring encounterHarry Kane highlights the quality of defending on show despite the nine goalsMarquinhos insists fine margins will decide the outcome in Munich next weekArsenal prepare for a crucial Champions League semi-final first leg away to Atletico MadridMikel Arteta calls on his side to deliver a statement performance as they chase a first European titleKai Havertz ruled out, while Riccardo Calafiori and Ebere Eze are expected to feature in MadridMartin Odegaard urges Arsenal players to embrace the occasion at this decisive stage of the seasonIpswich Town move closer to Premier League promotion after a 2-2 draw with Southampton keeps them in control of third placeFIFA introduces a new rule banning players from covering their mouths, with potential red cards at this summer's World CupBecome a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Eoin Sheahan is joined in studio by Arthur O'Dea and David Seagrave for Tuesday's Newsround, as the Punchestown festival is underway!Meanwhile, PSG take on Bayern Munich in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League tonight, while there is a reported rift between Davy Fitzgerald and the Antrim hurlers! Viagra Connect 50mg film-coated tablets. Contains sildenafil. For adult men with erectile dysfunction. Subject to suitability. Maximum dosage one 50mg tablet per day. Always read the label.

A multi-billion-dollar Saudi-backed golf tour is reportedly close to collapse – so could this spell an end to the Gulf state's interest in sport?The controversial LIV Golf Tour is just one strand of the Saudis' sporting portfolio.Footballing superstar Cristiano Ronaldo plays there, while the country's Public Investment Fund (PIF) also owns English Premier League team, Newcastle United.But the PIF - which has plunged $5b into the LIV project - has a new five-year economic strategy that includes no mention of sport. Having been accused of using sport as a political tool to legitimise the Saudi regime, what led to this apparent change of strategy?Sky News' sports correspondent Rob Harris joins Niall to discuss what it means for the future of Saudi sport.Have you got a question for Niall? Email the show: why@sky.uk

Melbourne Victory player and World Cup winner Juan Mata joins Matt Granland in the studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doc is back for an absolute cracker of a pod including rap battles, Maiconic moments and a debut for Bobo Balderdash (every bit as good as it sounds). Watch on for all this and more football trivia drivel!Join our Patreon to access our back catalogue of over 70 episodes! Patreon.com/CareerWeGoExtraTimeGot a round you'd like us to try? Email: hello@careerwego.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig & Dara Smith-Naughton bring you all of the latest sport thing news the morning after an absolutely outrageous end to the league phase of the Champions League - with a certain Jose Mourinho stealing the headlines once again! There is also chat around the loss of both Bundee Aki & Hugo Keenan ahead of Ireland's Six Nations opener this day next week…Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

Ger Gilroy, Colm Boohig & Dara Smith-Naughton bring you all of the latest sport thing news the morning after an absolutely outrageous end to the league phase of the Champions League - with a certain Jose Mourinho stealing the headlines once again! There is also chat around the loss of both Bundee Aki & Hugo Keenan ahead of Ireland's Six Nations opener this day next week…Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/joinOff The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Vancouver FC, and World Cup 2026 chat and interviews in our first podcast of 2026. A new year, new hopes, new dreams, but the same fantastic podcast content! The Whitecaps finished last year and started this one with a couple of big stories. Another player has moved on, with winger Ali Ahmed being sold to English Championship side Norwich City. Certainly not the sale of the century, we look at the transfer and what it means to both the 'Caps and to Ali. Plus we delve into the announcement that the Whitecaps have agreed a proposed settlement to a class action lawsuit around Messi's no-show in the Vancouver in 2024. Talking of court cases, we also look at former Vancouver FC head coach Afshin Ghotbi suing the club's owners SixFive Sports and Entertainment, plus we look at how Zach is feeling about the side as they head into the new year, both on and off the pitch. It's an exciting World Cup year, even more so with both Canada and Scotland being in the tournament and Vancouver and Toronto hosting matches. We've a lot of World Cup 2026 chat in this episode as Vancouver organizing committee lead Jessie Adcock talks about Vancouver's preparedness for welcoming the world to the city for the tournament and gives us some details on the Fanfest. Plus BC Place GM Chris May talks about the stadium's renovations to get ready to host matches and we look at who we think should be in Canada's starting XI come their first match in June. All of this plus we talk New Year hopes and predictions, kick off our Canadian Soccer A to Z series, and music-wise, Television Personalities begin their residency as our Artists of the Month with a couple of songs, we start our 40th anniversary tribute year to the C86 movement, and we have the first of many World Cup songs this year in Wavelength. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.46: Intro - New Year hopes and predictions, mailbag 25.26: Canadian Soccer A to Z - A 34.29: Who's in your CanMNT starting XI heading into the World Cup 56.34: Jessie Adcock on Vancouver's preparations to host the World Cup 78.14: Vancouver's World Cup Fanfest will be free to attend 85.16 Chris May on getting BC Place ready for the World Cup 96.54: Whitecaps settle ridiculous class action lawsuit 107.09 Ali Ahmed sold to Norwich City 126.24: C86 40th anniversary 134.34: Afshin Ghotbi take SixFive Sports & Entertainment to court 157.47: How Vancouver FC are looking heading into 2026 166.35: Wavelength - Del Amitri - Don't Come Home Too Soon

Producer Diggory returns to the podcast to sift through listener comments on Spotify before Emerald leads one of her famed Odd One Out rounds, this time featuring Batman, a footballing nun and robots with “ominous” Northern Irish accents who may all have links to Fathers for Justice… Next, Jack whisks us back to the so-called “golden age of air travel” as he unpicks Sean Duffy and the US Department of Transportation's new campaign to bring “civility” back to the skies. Finally, in the Missing Words round, expect ‘sleigh'-themed cars in Dorset, odd dating-profile pics and to discover what the biggest faux pas at the dinner table really is... If you enjoy the podcast, please give us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and make sure you subscribe there so you don't miss an episode! For updates on the show, make sure you're following Have I Got News for You on Instagram, TikTok and X (formerly known as twitter) and get in touch with us there using #HIGNFYpod or emailing podcasts@hattrick.com.  Your hosts are Jack Harris Emerald Paston  And Diggory Waite, filling in for Queenie Miller and Mike Rayment this week The Producer is Diggory Waite The Executive Producer is Claire Broughton The Music is by Big George In the News This Week is a Hat Trick Podcast

Paul Hawksbee was joined by Andy Jacobs for this afternoons podcast. We had a Premier League review with Danny Kelly looking back at all the games from the weekend. Emmerdale actor Danny Miller discussed Liverpool and Stockport, and we spoke with "The Footballing Nun." Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We speak with author and ‘Financial Times’ journalist Simon Kuper about his new book, ‘World Cup Fever: A Footballing Journey in Nine Tournaments’, on how football has transformed the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olly Clink & Dean Ashton analyse Erling Haaland's extraordinary skill set which is reshaping the landscape of modern strikers. A hat-trick for Norway this week saw him become the fastest player to reach a half-century of international goals. Dean breaks down the five key attributes that truly set Haaland apart from his peers.Photo Credit: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode the Corner Flag Talk team discussed all the latest of the Footballing world, including Liverpool hit 3 Ls at the Bridge, Man United find a win, Barcelona massive loss and so much more.Introduction - 00:00:20Chelsea v Liverpool - 00:01:35Man United v Sunderland - 00:39:52Brentford v Man City - 00:51:53Leeds v Spurs - 00:58:49Arsenal v West Ham - 01:01:01Non Big 6 teams - 01:11:27Quick European roundup - 01:20:00UCL Review - 01:28:44All this and more! thanks for the support Make sure to Like and Subscribe Hit us into the top bins on social media: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/CornerFlagTalk⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://facebook.com/CornerFlagTalk/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://instagram.com/cornerflagtalk⁠

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the build-up to a big night in the UEFA Champions League plus Shamrock Rovers' have their eyes on the business end of the season.Arne Slot isn't worried about Liverpool's defensive frailties just yet.Mario Lemina is expecting a Liverpool backlash in Istanbul.Thomas Frank ain't taking the trip to the Arctic Circle for granted.Enzo Maresca feels the Jose Mourinho love.Could Mou come back to the Bridge?Stephen Bradley feels that his Shamrock Rovers' team are in a good place.And is the San Siro about to get demolished?Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/joinFootball Daily with thanks to #Toyota #BigBrotherBigSister

Join Stephen Howson, Jay Motty & Joe Smith as they look at the footballing world's 'firsts' and record breakers! Join us LIVE for The Brew! Become a member! - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7w8GnTF2Sp3wldDMtCCtVw/join Stretford Paddock has content out EVERY DAY, make sure you're subscribed for your Man United fix! - https://bit.ly/DEVILSsub

Theo hosting today as Joe and Eamo go head to Hedman. Which footballers have appeared in films and TV shows? Who exactly played in the Indian Super League? Footballing scrabble names and another Career We Go with a Georgi Linkladze. Listen on for all this and more football trivia drivel!GLASGOW FOLK: Certified Friend of the Show and absolute Quizman Mackenzie Watson is bringing the CWG Video Pub Quiz to Glasgow! Sunday August 17th. Booking link below!https://tinyurl.com/2pkkbd5pFancy hosting a pub quiz across Ireland, UK (or beyond!) Drop us an email at careerwegopod@gmail.comSign up to our Patreon for a brand new pod every Friday morning! Over 35 eps in the back catalogue to enjoy!https://www.patreon.com/c/CareerWeGoExtraTime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aodán Mac Gearailt, an All Ireland winner as a player and coach, joined Tommy Rooney at the Boar's Head to look back on Sunday's magnificent Kerry showing in the All Ireland final against Donegal.Become a member at offtheball.com/join

My guest is Richard Hough, author of Verona Campione, a new book about Hellas Verona's surprise 1985 Scudetto win. We also discuss the ultrà scene in Verona, and the city's other clubs, Chievo and Virtus.  After my chat with Richard, I've tagged on a talk I gave recently on football against fascism in Italy before and during World War II, recorded at Manchester's Festa della Liberazione. 

Footballing history will be made at Eden Park tonight when the All Whites play New Caledonia. The winner will be the first team from Oceania to gain direct qualification for next year's FIFA World Cup. For the loser the world cup dream will still be alive. Sports reporter Felicity Reid talks to Lisa Owen from Eden Park.

Footballing heroes, unexpected meets, birthday shares and remembering Roberta Flack.

On ‘One on One' this week, Joe Thomlinson meets Aston Villa's head coach, Unai Emery, to chat about one of the great footballing dynasties you've probably never heard of! Plus, they discuss his management style that's been so roundly praised on this podcast by those who've played under him.  Meanwhile, Juliette Ferrington is off to the manager's office at Ipswich to speak to Kieran McKenna about back to back promotions, taking your chances, and when to stay loyal.  If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, search for ‘One on One from Sky Sports' and give us a follow, so you don't miss an episode.

What can we learn about a country from its favourite sport?  A lot. Particularly when that country has a history and culture like Germany.  Which is what I'm exploring on this episode.Even if you're not a football fan, this episode — in a year when Germany goes to the polls — will have something of interest.Episode Summary On this episode, I speak with Kit Holden, a British-German journalist and author whose love for German football has led him to uncover the rich tapestry of stories behind the Bundesliga.Kit's perspective as an "insider, yet outsider" allows him to explore not just what happens on the pitch but also the cultural and societal dynamics that shape the game in Germany. From the legendary 50+1 ownership rule to the passionate fan culture that prioritizes community, we discuss what sets German football apart.Kit shares his experiences writing two books: Scheisse, We're Going Up, chronicling Union Berlin's extraordinary journey from underdog to Champions League contender, and Played in Germany, a deep dive into how football reflects the soul of the nation.Our conversation delves into topics such as fan ownership, regional identities, and the challenges of maintaining tradition while engaging a global audience. Whether you're a football fanatic or a newcomer, this episode offers insights into the intersection of sport, society, and storytelling.We also explore Kit's craft as a journalist, how his bilingual skills and cultural curiosity enable him to connect with fans, players, and club officials, and the lessons football can teach us about resilience and identity. With stories that span the Ruhr Valley to the rise of East German clubs, this episode will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the beautiful game and its deeper meanings.Guest Biography Kit is a British-German journalist and author based in Berlin. He covers German football for Der Tagesspiegel and AFP, and his work has appeared in The Guardian, The Athletic, and Die Zeit.Through his work, Kit explores how football reflects societal values, regional traditions, and the challenges of modern commercialization.AI-Generated Timestamp Summary(00:02) German Football Bundesliga and Fan CultureGerman Bundesliga's unique fan-focused ownership structure and its connection to regional identities explored by journalist Kit Holden.(08:03) Football Fan StoriesUnion Berlin's rise to success is a testament to the dedication of its fans and the power of community in sports.(17:09) East German Football Legacy and IdentityLeipzig's role in German football history divided past and present and challenging traditional values.(21:55) Uncovering German Regional Identities Through FootballStorytelling in journalism captures historical narratives, regional identities, and football culture in Germany and the UK.(29:22) German Football and National IdentityFootball in Germany connects with the past, regional identities, and post-war narrative while acknowledging and remembering its connections to the Nazi era.(32:50) Ultras in German FootballGerman football clubs have taken responsibility for their Nazi ties, with ultras playing a vital role in preserving fan power and resisting private equity investment.(38:21) German Football and Fan ParticipationGerman football clubs, ultras, and fans debate preserving traditional culture while remaining competitive in the global market.(43:03) Resilience and Tradition in German FootballFan culture, commercial interests, private equity, club identity, competitive vitality, local connections, football clubs, and supporters' identities.(49:30) German Football Clubs and Identity ReimaginedExamining Schalke 04's decline and its impact on Gelsenkirchen while exploring diverse matchday experiences in Bundesliga clubs like Union Berlin and HSV.LinksKit's first book Scheisse! We're Going Up! about Union Berlin's extraordinary rise: https://www.duckworthbooks.co.uk/book/played-in-germany/His latest book Played in Germany: A Footballing Journey Through A Nation's Soulhttps://linktr.ee/playedingermany and https://www.duckworthbooks.co.uk/book/scheisse-were-going-up/Kit's journalistic profilesThe Athletic: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/kit-holden/The Independent: https://www.independent.co.uk/author/kit-holdenTagesspiegel (in German): https://www.tagesspiegel.de/autoren/kit-holdenA football fan's guide to German football: https://www.footballingermany.com/

As we count down to the end of a memorable year in the football, relive the last 12 months in the Premier League and beyond as Sky Sports football journalists Ron Walker, Ben Grounds and Sam Blitz dish out the awards for the best and the worst of 2024.Who's been top of the tree, who's been the surprise package... And who's been the biggest disappointment?Get the discussion started around the Christmas table in the company of Sky Sports.

In this special Christmas episode – i.e. there is no guest because everyone was busy – magazine editor Andy Lyons, writer Harry Pearson and host Daniel Gray discuss Footballing Families, from Hinshelwoods to Carrs via the Hertfordshire Chilavert. Magazine Deputy Editor Ffion Thomas previews WSC issue 449 and Record Breakers brings us a Hartlepudlian hymn. Support the showWould you like to hear twice as many podcasts and longer editions of these ones, and support our print magazine? You would? Then join the WSC Supporters' Club! Sign up here: www.patreon.com/whensaturdaycomes

In a special edition of Mesut Haaland Dicks, the Clichés team select some of their ultimate footballing fascinations and irritations. Among Adam, Charlie and Dave's selections are the enduring fallacy of relegation-threatened teams “fighting for their lives”, the theory behind the greatest lower-body aesthetic in football history, the haggard goalnets of midweek 5-a-side and the childish envy when new signings score on their debuts for your team's rivals. Meanwhile, the Adjudication Panel admire a strong end to 2024 for Richard Keys' blog and reveal the real scandal behind the rebooted European Super League concept. Adam's new book, Extra Time Beckons, Penalties Loom: How to Use (and Abuse) The Language of Football, is OUT NOW: https://geni.us/ExtraTimeBeckons Visit nordvpn.com/cliches to get four extra months on a two-year plan with NordVPN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does it take to see the game differently, to turn raw talent into artistry, and to navigate the highs and lows of a legendary career? Andrea Pirlo, widely regarded as one of football's greatest midfielders, reveals the mindset, vision, and resilience that defined his journey in “I Think Therefore I Play”. Join Dr. Duncan Simpson and Dr. Greg Young as they explore Pirlo's autobiography, uncovering the wisdom behind the playmaker's genius. From his earliest days as a prodigious talent in Brescia to the bright lights of AC Milan, Juventus, and the Italian national team, Pirlo's story is one of learning, leading, and thriving under pressure. With his characteristic wit and introspection, Pirlo shares lessons about handling failure, embracing mentorship, and finding clarity in the game and in life. In this episode, you will: Learn how Pirlo balanced instinct with strategy, creating a playing style that revolutionized modern football. Discover how he overcame the pressure of being a prodigy and turned expectations into confidence. Explore the role of mentorship in Pirlo's growth and how peers like Paolo Maldini shaped his career and character. Reflect on his raw and honest insights into handling failure, including the devastating 2005 Champions League final. Understand the importance of representing something bigger than oneself, as Pirlo speaks to the pride and privilege of wearing Italy's iconic blue jersey. Whether you're a fan of football or simply interested in what it takes to perform at the highest level, this episode offers a unique glimpse into the mind of a true maestro. Join us as we journey through Andrea Pirlo's remarkable career and uncover lessons that can inspire your own path to greatness. Thank you for tuning in to Performers! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with two people in your network who love football or are on their own journey of mastery. See you next time! Listen on Spotify:⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠⁠ Listen on Apple:⁠ ⁠Apple⁠⁠ Watch & Listen on YouTube:⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠ Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/I-Think-Therefore-Play/dp/1909430161  Socials: X -⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/SportPsychDunc⁠⁠   ⁠⁠Instagram⁠ - @Performerspod⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/performerspod/⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Linkedin - Duncan⁠ Simpson⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-simpson-ph-d-cmpc-76244b1a/⁠⁠  ⁠⁠Linkedin - Greg Young⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-young-ph-d-cmpc-64765a35/⁠⁠  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Andrea Pirlo 01:44 The Maestro: A Footballing Legend 03:25 The Journey of Andrea Pirlo 05:53 Understanding Talent and Pressure 08:29 The Burden of Expectations 11:23 The Inner Voice of a Prodigy 12:52 Vision: The Key to Pirlo's Success 15:08 Chasing Dreams and Overcoming Fear 17:26 Individual Ambition in Team Success 19:12 The Art of Free Kicks and Learning from the Best 22:32 The Obsession of Mastery 25:08 Lessons Beyond Soccer 28:19 The Journey of Young Prodigies 30:06 Navigating Early Career Challenges 30:34 The Impact of Mentorship 34:25 Finding Humor in Preparation 37:39 The High Stakes of Professional Negotiations 37:43 Reflections on Failure and Resilience 44:50 The Pressure of the World Cup Final 47:29 Mental Toughness in High-Stakes Situations 49:58 The Journey to the Penalty Spot 53:54 Cultural Identity and National Pride 58:53 A New Chapter at Juventus 01:02:07 The Ballon d'Or Perspective 01:05:17 Top Life Lessons from Pirlo's Journey

In this episode of Three Up Front, with special guest Henry Winter, the panel are set the task of challenging football's conventional wisdom.For example, are football agents really the scourge of the modern game, or actually useful allies? Is Russell Martin's ‘philosophy' at Southampton destined only for the Championship? Contrary to popular belief, does the Chelsea board actually know what it is doing? And despite the top ten teams in the Premier League being managed by foreign coaches, are British coaches STILL just as good as they are?Simon, Troy, Graeme and Henry examine all that and more as they put common footballing theories under the microscope.18+ please gamble responsibly

In this episode the guys discuss what could be the next great footballing nation, considering teams like Indonesia, Japan, Bolivia, and more. They also talk about the hidden talent in the Caribbean in CONCACAF, if fashion is a distraction for the French national team, should Israel be able to play, reacting to strange footy related videos, and much more. LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms

Welcome to a new football show, which you can watch and listen to across Sky Sports. 'One on One' sees hosts Juliette Ferrington and Joe Tomlinson each chatting to a big name from the world of football.  In our first episode, Joe travels to Plymouth to meet Wayne Rooney, to discuss what he's like in the dug out, and how he would have managed Wayne Rooney the player.  From an Everton hero to the Everton Gaffer; Jules meets up with Sean Dyche who reveals how he gets away from the stresses of management, and which snack is his go-to at the cinema.   You can watch our interviews from this series – on the website and app, on Sky Sports News, and across our YouTube channels (youtube.com/@skysportsfootball, youtube.com/@skysportspremierleague).If you enjoyed 'One on One', please give us a follow, so you don't miss the next episode (podfollow.com/one-on-one-from-sky-sports).  

Dotun is joined by the legendinho Tim Vickery and freelance journalist and broadcaster Hugh MacDonald to discuss what puts your town on the footballing map?

Adam Hurrey is joined on the midweek Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: amateur league fortresses, Kylian Mbappe ascends to the "If Player X did that" throne, Mark Clattenburg's common-sense overload, some heart-stopping radio commentary from the San Siro, a disgraceful Carabao Cup hat-trick definition, a truly Dychian turn of post-match interview phrase, 2019/20 Brighton squad members popping up in BBC drama series Meanwhile, the panel detail the military ranks used in football and the do's and don't of goalscoring verbs in headlines The Football Cliches Live tour is next week! Adam, Charlie & Dave are heading to London and Manchester on the 23rd & 24th September with a brand new show. Tickets available at: https://myticket.co.uk/artists/football-cliches-live Adam's new book, Extra Time Beckons, Penalties Loom: How to Use (and Abuse) The Language of Football, is available to pre-order: https://geni.us/ExtraTimeBeckons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NEW: send me a text message! (I'd love to hear your thoughts - texts get to me anonymously, without charge or signup) To critique the state of our world, our communities, to critique what is wrong with soccer in late stage capitalism is one thing. It actually isn't a hard thing. But to dream, think and even plan for a better world, and a better football, that is something different entirely. Alina Schwermer, a young and extremely talented German journalist, has done just that, on 450 pages, in her book Futopia: Ideas for a Better Footballing World. It's a book about football, and about utopias. About the game and how we can reimagine it, but also about a different, more vibrant and just world. We discuss new rulebooks, a critique of competition and beauty as we now know it, a new financial order for the sport, and some DIY ideas for your local context. Tune in and, I promise, you will be rewarded and your imagination will be stretched. And you can tell your friends afterwards that you are well ahead of the curve by having listened into this book, because it isn't translated into English. Not yet. HELPFUL LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE:Alina Schwermer, Futopia (book page and interview in German with the publisher, Werkstatt Verlag)Futopia on Twitter/X @FussballUtopienFutopia for purchase in the U.S.Please leave a quick voicemail with any feedback, corrections, suggestions - or just greetings - HERE. Or comment via Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky or Facebook. f you enjoy this podcast and think that what I do fills a gap in soccer coverage that others would be interested in as well, please Recommend The Assistant Professor of Football. Spreading the word, through word of mouth, truly does help. Leave some rating stars at the podcast platform of your choice. There are so many sports podcasts out there, and only ratings make this project visible; only then can people who look for a different kind of take on European soccer actually find me. Artwork for The Assistant Professor of Football is by Saige LindInstrumental music for this podcast, including the introduction track, is by the artist Ketsa and used under a Creative Commons license through Free Music Archive: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/

Adam Hurrey is joined by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker on the Adjudication Panel. The agenda includes: The strangest way yet of expressing how young Brighton's manager is, a factual footballing catastrophe on an episode of Casualty, the most Peter Drury way of describing a player's pre-season performances, pre-game punditry wisdom and a curious story about Ajax's 1995 Champions League-winning team. Meanwhile, the panel decide when a team can be described as a division's "pacesetters" and who can be a "disciple" of an influential coach. The Football Cliches Live show is back! Adam, Charlie & Dave are heading to London and Manchester on the 23rd & 24th September with a brand new show. Tickets available at: https://myticket.co.uk/artists/football-cliches-live Adam's new book, Extra Time Beckons, Penalties Loom: How to Use (and Abuse) The Language of Football, is available to pre-order: https://geni.us/ExtraTimeBeckons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ned watches an 11th division football match with Ian Cleverly and Perry ap Gwynedd. We talk cycling and miss 2 out of the 3 goals.Get your AG1 offer here!Sign up for award winning BIKMO cycling insurance here!Ned's Tour!Watch Nicky Meta's stunning strike for Peckham Town here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Patrick begins this episode with a bone to pick with Joe regarding his footballing ability. Kalvin Phillips gets in touch with Joe who starts planning a celebration for when he scores his first professional goal. Plus they discuss the career defining moments that all players experience on their journey to becoming a Premier League footballer. [This episode was originally released on 14/12/2023. Find the full My Mate's a Footballer boxset on BBC Sounds – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0grxpyk?page=2]

Was the first half against The Netherlands the best England have played all tournament? How Kobbie Mainoo has turned himself into one of England's key players? Plus that Ollie Watkins goal that will live long in the memory Gary and Micah get Alan's report on an unforgettable night for England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:05 - Bologna make HISTORY 08:30 - Who should replace Motta? 12:10 - CALCIO DROP OUT NOW 14:45 - Fiorentina vs Olympiakos 24:10 - Allegri Disasterclass 32:10 - Atalanta and CDK's success 36:00 - Problem with stats in football 41:15 - Atalanta vs Juve Coppa Italia PREDICTION 49:05 - Roma won't make UCL?! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/italianfootballtv/support

Crisis club Ajax plumb new depths of hubris as their ramshackle defending on the pitch is eclipsed by a flurry of own goals in the boardroom. Down the road in The Hague, the manure hits the fan in the coalition talks as the negotiators try to put together the puzzle pieces. A group of pensioners go on trial accused of forming a criminal organisation to distribute suicide powders. Cyclists now account for two in five road deaths, but most would still rather be seen dead than in a safety helmet. And campaigners score a major victory in their efforts to clean up 800 tonnes of debris from the bottom of the Waddenzee.

Footballing legend, broadcaster and our host for lunch… Gary Lineker makes his famous 'gambas al ajillo' for Leyla Kazim at his home as she hears how he learnt to cook nine years ago and never looked back. They also discuss food memories from his professional football career, from playing and eating around the world to unorthodox pre-match lunches, Spanish-style. Along the way, she hears stories from Gary's friends and family as a little-known side to Gary's character as a newly passionate cook and self-confessed foodie gradually takes shape. Produced by Nina Pullman for BBC Audio in Bristol.

The USWNT squad for the upcoming SheBelieves tournament dropped and it is some serious footballing business. Courtney & André talk about the return of Cat and Mal, and what it means that 16-year-old Lily Yohannes accepted her first USWNT senior callup. Then we do an NWSL Vibe Check to discuss every team, what they've looked like so far, what they might be building, and/or what they're missing. We get into whatever the hell Houston is doing, give out incomplete grades for Orlando and Washington, and shoutout players who are already putting in top performances. Please subscribe, rate, review and don't forget to leave a dad joke – we appreciate y'all! ============= Follow Us: Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DiasporaUtdPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠diasporautdpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ============= Music credit: Finally by Loxbeats ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://soundcloud.com/loxbeats⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3. Free Download: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/FinallyLoxbeats⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music promoted by Audio Library ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/fGquX0Te1Yo⁠

A topless "Legendinho", Tim Vickery joins Dotun from Rio with "Chicken Tikka Mo Salah", Maher Mezahi broadcasting in Algiers.

Eric Eager from Sumer Sports joins Davis Mattek to discuss scoring being down across the NFL, development curves for rookie QBs, #OurLions, the 2023 MVP Market & much more www.patreon.com/taekcast https://sumersports.com/

Tiago Rech went viral when he was the only supporter in the stands at his club's game. In 2012 Tiago Rech was the only fan at a big away match for his beloved football team Santa Cruz FC. When they scored, his timid, lone celebration was caught by TV cameras and went viral. All this attention earned him a role with the club, where full of ideas and enthusiasm, he made his way to the very top, to his dream job of club President. But there would be a sting in this fairytale. Produced and presented by Andrea Kennedy Editor: Munazza Khan Clips courtesy of Federação Gaúcha de Futebol and Canal Duda Garbi.