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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

The Morning Footy crew reacts to a snippet of Guillem Balague's exclusive interview with Harry Maguire ahead of the Europa League final. They break down Maguire's leadership, Manchester United's unbeaten run in Europe, and whether Tottenham's domestic dominance over the Red Devils gives them the upper hand in Bilbao. Who really has the edge in this all-English showdown? Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, Serie A, Coppa Italia, EFL, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Argentine Primera División by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/sportsbooks/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/promos/ For betting on soccer: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/soccer/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.

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.

What would winning the FA Cup mean to Bournemouth? And how has Andoni Iraola inspired such a positive season?The Bournemouth head coach sits down with Guillem Balague to talk through his career, his time at the Vitality StadiumAnd ahead of the FA Cup quarter-final against Manchester City, he explains how he prepares to face a side managed by Pep Guardiola.TIMECODES 04:30 Not winning any of his first nine matches 17:20 Manchester City and the FA Cup quarter-final 23:00 Why winning the FA Cup is more important than playing in Europe 26:30 Bournemouth and future investment5 Live/BBC Sounds commentaries Sat 1215 Fulham v Crystal Palace (FA Cup), Sat 1500 Celtic v Hearts (Scottish Premiership), Sat 1715 Brighton v Nottingham Forest (FA Cup), Sun 1330 Preston v Aston Villa (FA Cup).

This week on The Sports Agents...Britain's biggest boxing promoters Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren made a rare appearance together. How is it being partners after 15 years of rivalry? Could boxing gyms help with issues raised in 'Adolescence'? And could Anthony Joshua fight influencer Jake Paul? (02:15)Leaving your boyhood club in search of a Ballon D'Or - is Trent Alexander-Arnold a traitor or should we admire his ambition? Spanish football journalist Guillem Balague and John Gibbons from The Anfield Wrap debate it out. (12:30)And we all love jeopardy in sport but has the Brisbane 2032 Olympics taken it a bit too far... did someone say crocodiles?! (20:30)Got a question for The Sports Agents - email us at thesportsagents@global.com New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

This week on The Sports Agents...Britain's biggest boxing promoters Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren made a rare appearance together. How is it being partners after 15 years of rivalry? Could boxing gyms help with issues raised in 'Adolescence'? And could Anthony Joshua fight influencer Jake Paul? (02:15)Leaving your boyhood club in search of a Ballon D'Or - is Trent Alexander-Arnold a traitor or should we admire his ambition? Spanish football journalist Guillem Balague and John Gibbons from The Anfield Wrap debate it out. (12:30)And we all love jeopardy in sport but has the Brisbane 2032 Olympics taken it a bit too far... did someone say crocodiles?! (20:30)Got a question for The Sports Agents - email us at thesportsagents@global.com New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

Homegrown talent Trent Alexander-Arnold is flying the Liverpool nest to join Real Madrid. The first of the big three to make a move. Do Liverpool fans need to let go, or are they right to feel betrayed? How will he be welcomed at Real Madrid? Is he right to go chasing a Ballon D'Or? And have Mo Salah and Virgil Van Dijk played a PR blinder? We discuss it all with Spanish football journalist Guillem Balague and John Gibbons from The Anfield Wrap. Gabby and Mark react to Alessia Russo putting Arsenal women into the Champions League semi-final and Red Bull firing Liam Lawson after just two races... imagine if they did that on MOTD! And are the Brisbane Olympics taking sporting jeopardy a bit too far... cue the crocodiles! Executive Producer: Adonis PratsidesProducer: Sophie PenneyVideo Producers: Sam TrudgillSocial Media Editor: Calum ScotlandTom Hughes is Editor for The News Agents podcast networkVicky Etchells is the Commissioning Editor for GlobalYou can listen to this episode on Alexa - just say "Alexa, ask Global Player to play The Sports Agents".The Sports Agents have merch! You can buy yours now here!

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

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 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.

This week on The Sports Agents... Former British number one tennis players, Tim Henman and Laura Robson, chatted to Gabby and Mark from a Sky Sports padel event about doping, the Djokovic-Murray partnership and Emma Raducanu's future (01:45). As the Six Nations kicks off ex-England rugby player, David Flatman, joined us. Could the Six Nations stop being free-to-air and could this threaten the sport? (08:00)We tried to figure out how Manchester City got so close to an early Champions League exit with former City player, Nedum Onuoha, and Pep Guardiola's biographer, Guillem Balague (14:15). And before she heads off to compete at the Invictus Games we chatted to Gemma Barnes, the Team UK vice-captain who served in the army for 15 years before two life-changing leg injuries (18:45).Got a question for The Sports Agents - email us at thesportsagents@global.com New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.

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

Real Madrid are the most successful team in the history of the Champions League/European Cup with 15 titles. But how have they achieved this? Steve Crossman and Guillem Balague explore Real's relationship with the competition, looking at their early dominance in the late 1950s, through to their six triumphs since 2014.We hear from former players Clarence Seedorf and Sami Khedira on what makes Real Madrid so special. And former coach Paul Clement joins the pod to give us insight into current head coach Carlo Ancelotti and their "La Decima" win in 2014 against Atletico Madrid.To watch the TV documentary, it is available on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m00276py/how-to-win-the-champions-league4:30 Real Madrid's early dominance 11:40 Clarence Seedorf on the Real Madrid DNA 22:10 Paul Clement on La Decima and Carlo Ancelotti 38:30 Sami Khedira on Real's recruitment 40:30 Can they continue their dominance?

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.

Steve Crossman presents reaction to Julen Lopetegui's West Ham departure. Ian Dennis, Michael Brown and Charlie Adam join Steve after reports that Graham Potter will take over at the club.The news of Potter's imminent appointment has been widely reported, with the former Brighton and Chelsea manager expected to sign a two-and-a-half-year contract in East London.Also hear from Spanish football expert Guillem Balague and West Ham podcaster Sean Whetstone.Timecodes: 01:00 Julen Lopetegui sacked 08:55 Is Graham Potter the right appointment? 18:20 Guillem Balague on Lopetegui 26:55 Sean Whetstone Lopetegui's departure 31:50 Do West Ham fans want Potter? 33:20 Tim Steidten's role5 LIVE COMMENTARIES THIS WEEK Thursday 9th January FA CUP: Everton v Peterborough United 1945 KO FA CUP: Fulham v Watford 1945 KOFriday 10th January FA CUP: Aston Villa v West Ham United 2000 KOSaturday 11th January FA CUP: Bristol City v Wolverhampton Wanderers 1200 KO FA CUP: Liverpool v Accrington Stanley 1215 KO FA CUP: Brentford v Plymouth Argyle 1500 KO FA CUP: Leeds United v Harrogate Town 1745 KO FA CUP: Manchester City v Salford City 1745 KOSunday 12th January FA CUP: Tamworth v Spurs 1230 KO FA CUP: Newcastle United v Bromley 1500 KO FA CUP: Crystal Palace v Stockport County 1500 KO

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.

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.

How and why has Pep Guardiola decided to extend his contract at Manchester City? Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Michael Brown, Sam Lee and Emily Brobyn.Did Guardiola's affection for the city of Manchester play a part in his decision, and can his decision to stay for at least another season get City's campaign back on track?The panel discuss how the news could galvanise the dressing room, and the next steps for Guardiola and the City hierarchy.Timecodes: 01:05 Reaction to the news 04:15 How Manchester City persuaded Guardiola to stay 08:05 Guardiola's affection for the city of Manchester 12:00 Mood amongst City fans 15:25 Did the 115 charges affect Guardiola's decision-making? 17:35 Implications for the title race 19:30 Next steps for City5 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

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki. After another busy few days in the Champions League, they pick out their moment of the week, discussing Aston Villa, Lille, Real Madrid and Juventus. They also ask why Antoine Griezmann has decided to hang up his boots for France and reflect upon the career of Andres Iniesta. Other topics include whether Luis Enrique was right to leave Ousmane Dembele out of the squad that lost at Arsenal, the return of Wojciech Szczesny and Brest's brilliant start to life in the Champions League.Timecodes: 0 min: Introduction. 1.25 Julien Laurens discusses meeting Conor McGregor and the Laurens family derby. 2.35 Mina Rzouki explains why she was so pleased with Juve's win over Red Bull Leipzig. 4.18 Guillem Balague on Aston Villa's win over Bayern Munich – including how he got one of the golden coins that were handed out afterwards. 7.10 Lille's superb win over Real Madrid – and the problems at the Spanish club. 11.50 Why Antoine Griezmann has retired from playing for France. 21.00 Remembering why Andres Iniesta was such a special player. 27.12 Why Luis Enrique left out Ousmane Dembele at PSG on Tuesday – and the message that sent. 34.10 The swift return of Wojciech Szczesny. 39.04 Brest and their brilliant start to life in the Champions League.Live football coming up on BBC Sounds…. Thursday 3rd October – Porto v Manchester United 8pm ko – Conor McNamara and Paul Robinson. The producer is Rob Schofield. Europa League on 5 Live Saturday 5th October – Manchester City v Fulham 3pm ko – Ian Dennis and Chris Waddle. The producer is Gary Flintoff. Premier League on 5 Live Saturday 5th October – Everton v Newcastle 5.30pm – John Murray and Stephen Warnock. The producer is Rob Schofield. Premier League on 5 Live Sunday 6th October – Aston Villa v Manchester United 2pm ko – John Murray and Clinton Morrison. The producer is George Cummins. Premier League on 5 Live Sunday 6th October – Chelsea v Nottingham Forest 2pm ko – Charlie Slater and Stephen Kelly. Premier League on 5 Sports Extra Sunday 6th October – Brighton v Tottenham 4.30pm ko – Chris Wise and Steve Sidwell. Producer is Rob Nothman. Premier League on 5 live

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Kristof Terreur. The panel discuss France, Real Madrid and Manchester United great Raphaël Varane who announced his retirement from football this week. Plus, will players across Europe go on strike? Also, a look ahead to the big game in Germany this weekend Bayern Munich versus Bayer Leverkusen.BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Arsenal v Leicester – Premier League -15:00 – Saturday 28th September Wolves v Liverpool – Premier League – 17:30 – Saturday 28th September Ipswich v Aston Villa – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 29th September Manchester United v Tottenham – Premier League - 16:30 – Sunday 29th September01:05 Luis Enrique's thoughts on press conferences 02:15 What's the worst question that panel has asked in a presser? 05:15 Players to strike? 17:30 The legacy of Raphaël Varane 26:50 Kompany's fine start at Bayern

Jimmy Conrad and Brian McBride react to Mauricio Pochettino's first public appearance since being unveiled as the new USMNT head coach (02:15). With the door apparently open to every player, should Poch call up the reigning MLS MVP and soon to be U.S. citizen Luciano Acosta? (09:24) Guillem Balague, the author of “Brave New World: Inside Pochettino's Spurs,” joins to share some insights into the former Tottenham and Chelsea manager's relationship with Emma Hayes, his players, and the coaching staff that has followed him wherever he's gone (21:11). Will Poch have enough time before the World Cup to implement his style of play? (45:57) And how big of a bonus should he get if the team goes all the way in 2026? (52:41) And CBS Sports' Pardeep Cattry joins to talk about sights and sounds from Poch's first press conference (1:01:46)! Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @BMcBride20, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer. For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+. Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, EFL, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Sign up to the Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve Crossman and Guillem Balague explore the life and career of Pep Guardiola. Episode 4 charts his most recent chapter, overcoming a first trophyless season to create history in Manchester. Director of Football Txiki Bergistain and City insider Noel Gallagher reveal how Pep proved the doubters wrong to begin his domestic dominance before his former captain İlkay Gündoğan reveals how the players reacted to his “overthinking” in Europe. But after years of heartache in the Champions League, the team eventually climbed the summit and completed the historic treble - City's Kyle Walker and Rodri tell the inside story.[This episode was originally released on 31/01/2024. Find the full Sporting Giants boxsets on BBC Sounds – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0h6lf4d]

Steve Crossman and Guillem Balague explore the life and career of Pep Guardiola. Episode 3 uncovers his motivation behind the move to Munich and addresses the theory that his time in Germany wasn't a success because the Champions League eluded him. Former Bayern players Manuel Neuer and Robert Lewandowski explain how Guardiola overcame numerous difficulties to dominate domestically before German football expert Rafa Honigstein reveals why his tenure unravelled so quickly. [This episode was originally released on 31/01/2024. Find the full Sporting Giants boxsets on BBC Sounds – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0h6lf4d]

Steve Crossman and Guillem Balague explore the life and career of Pep Guardiola. Told from the perspective of former Barcelona players and staff, Episode 2 charts Pep's rapid rise from rookie manager to treble winning coach in his first season in the dugout at Camp Nou. Carles Puyol and Eidur Gudjohnsen explain how their revolutionary style of football led to European glory, while board members Xavier Sala I Martin and Txiki Begiristain outline how things eventually turned sour. During an intense period of rivalries with Lionel Messi facing off against Cristiano Ronaldo and Jose Mourinho at the helm of Real Madrid, a golden era at Barcelona comes to an end. [This episode was originally released on 24/01/2024. Find the full Sporting Giants boxsets on BBC Sounds – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0h6lf4d]

Instant reaction from the fulltime whistle in Berlin as Spain beat England & win Euro 2024.It's another Euros and another disappointing ending for the Three Lions.Former England internationals Matt Upon, Izzy Christiansen, and Chris Sutton join Mark, Ian Dennis, Guillem Balague and John Murray to reflect on Spain's 2-1 victory over Gareth Southgate's England. Also hear from the England manager, Harry Kane and Ollie Watkins.Timecodes: 00:45 On the whistle reaction 06:10 What went wrong for England? 20:25 Spain trophy lift 22:45 Harry Kane post-match 26:25 Comparing England with Spain 34:40 Gareth Southgate post-match 39:40 Final thoughts 41:35 Ollie Watkins post-match

Mark Chapman presents reaction to the first semi-final at EURO 2024.Spain are through to the final after beating France 2-1. Euro Leagues regulars Julien Laurens and Guillem Balague join Ian Dennis, Chris Sutton and Mark to dissect an incredible night for Luis de la Fuente's side.England play their semi-final against the Netherlands on Wednesday night; John Murray speaks to Harry Kane and Gareth Southgate ahead of the tie. Chief Football Correspondent at The Telegraph Jason Burt and Dutch football journalist Marcel van der Kraan also join John to preview England's fourth meeting with the Dutch at a major tournament.Timecodes: 01:10 On-the-whistle reaction 05:20 Disappointment with France 07:00 Mbappé's performance 09:10 Didier Deschamps' decisions 11:40 Lamine Yamal 13:00 Spain's brilliance 18:45 Transformation under de la Fuente 21:25 England vs the Netherlands 26:25 Gareth Southgate pre-Netherlands 29:20 English entitlement? 31:00 Harry Kane pre-Netherlands

Steve Crossman presents the latest from the England camp ahead of the semi-finals at EURO 2024.Hear from Phil Foden after the Three Lions' penalty shootout victory over Switzerland in the last round, and get his thoughts on the upcoming semi-final against The Netherlands.Euro Leagues regulars Julien Laurens and Guillem Balague preview the other semi-final between France and Spain, with reference to key battles, France's football so far, and Spain's approach to the tournament.Julien also participated in the BBC vs ITV football match – hear how he got on, and former England international Izzy Christiansen gives her story of the game.Timecodes: 01:30 Phil Foden post-Switzerland 02:55 Foden on penalty victory 05:15 Foden on being a No.10 06:50 Foden on the semi-final 10:40 Spain vs France preview 16:00 Kylian Mbappe's performances 18:30 Spain's strengths 22:55 Key battles 26:15 BBC vs ITV football match

Kelly Cates presents reaction from the first round of quarter-finals at EURO 2024.Chris Sutton, Alistair Bruce-Ball and French football journalist Sara Menai join Kelly to dissect France's progression into the final four, after their penalty shootout victory over Portugal. France will play Spain in the semi-finals; Euro Leagues regular Guillem Balague, and German football expert Christian Falk, discuss the host's exit, as Germany crash out of the tournament, succumbing – in dramatic circumstances – to the Spanish in extra time.England play Switzerland on Saturday in their quarter-final – John Murray and former England international Izzy Christiansen have the latest from the England camp ahead of their clash. Also hear from Jordan Pickford and Gareth Southgate on the mood around camp before the game.Timecodes: 01:00 France vs Portugal reaction 01:35 Quality of the game 06:00 French relief 07:45 Spain vs Germany reaction 11:00 Hosts crash out 13:10 Can Spain go all the way? 18:25 Mood around England 20:25 Gareth Southgate pre-Switzerland 25:05 Matching the Swiss back three 28:40 Jordan Pickford pre-Switzerland 32:15 England vs Switzerland preview

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens, Mina Rzouki and Rafa Honigstein to review the group stage of Euro 2024.They talk Georgia's surprising success and their star striker Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Will he remain at Napoli next season?Spain's solid start is a topic of conversation, as is the knockout match between Belgium and France. The panel also talk excitement for Germany, Austria & Ralf Rangnick and Turkey's discipline. Plus, hear from Eberechi Eze as England prepare for their last 16 match against Slovakia.TOPICS: 3.10 - Georgia & Kvaratskhelia 11.30 - Spain 17.15 - Eberechi Eze with Steve 19.18 - Belgium 20.14 - France 25.32 - Italy 27.48 - Austria 30.50 - Turkey 32.37 - Germany 34.02 - Tournament predictions

Mark Chapman and Steve Crossman present all the reaction from the second day of Euro 2024. Football correspondent John Murray and former England defender Matthew Upson also have the latest from the England camp ahead of their opening game against Serbia. Gareth Southgate gives injury updates on both John Stones and Luke Shaw, while Harry Kane discusses the talent in the squad.Euro Leagues' Guillem Balague reacts to Spain cruising past Croatia in the opening game of Group B, and is joined by former England striker Dion Dublin and senior football reporter Ian Dennis to pay tribute to the late Kevin Campbell.A pair of former England internationals in Paul Robinson and Phil Jagielka join Mark and Italian football expert Mina Rzouki for all the reaction to Italy's 2-1 win over Albania.Timecodes: 00:55 Concerns over Iceland defeat 01:55 Gareth Southgate pre-Serbia 06:50 Harry Kane pre-Serbia 09:15 England vs Serbia preview 12:35 Spain 3-0 Croatia reaction 21:05 Tributes to Kevin Campbell 26:05 Italy 2-1 Albania reaction

Mark Chapman is joined by a whole host of guests to preview the start of Euro 2024.Mark is joined in Munich by Scotland captain Rachel Corsie, former Scotland winger Pat Nevin and former Celtic striker Chris Sutton to look ahead to Scotland's tournament opener against hosts Germany on Friday.Football correspondent John Murray and England defender Conor Coady check in to preview England's first game against Serbia on Sunday, including hearing from current squad member Ezri Konsa.Rick Edwards stops by to launch 5 Live Breakfast's 'Deutsche Wörterbuch'.Former Germany defender Arne Friedrich discusses Germany's chances; senior football reporter Ian Dennis and former England striker Dion Dublin drop in from Berlin to run the rule over Portugal, Netherlands and Croatia; while Euro Leagues regulars Julien Laurens and Guillem Balague make the case for France and Spain.And we head into Pat Nevin's Scotland party to hear from the former Scotland goalkeeper Bryan Gunn, father of current Scotland goalkeeper Angus, and discuss how Bryan could be Scotland's lucky omen!Topics: 00:37 - Scotland chat with Chris Sutton, Rachel Corsie and Pat Nevin 10:33 - England chat with John Murray and Conor Coady 13:17 - Ezri Konsa interview 29:22 - Day 1 of Rick Edwards' 'Deutsche Wörterbuch' 30:12 - Germany chat with Arne Friedrich 40:59 - Portugal, Netherlands, Spain and Croatia chat with Ian Dennis and Dion Dublin 49:08 - France and Spain chat with Guillem Balague and Julien Laurens 58:45 - Back to Pat's party with Bryan Gunn 1:03:14 - Predictions

Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens, James Horncastle and Raphael Honigstein recount their favourite moments from the European Championships. The team wax lyrical about some of the tournament's most iconic goals, from van Basten's volley to Trezeguet's golden goal winner in EURO 2000. Unforgettable penalties also make the list, and some of the moments stretch as far back as the 1980's!Timecodes 03:15 van Basten's volley 06:59 Germany beat England on penalties in EURO ‘96 10:54 Greece win EURO 2004 15:48 Fabregas puts Spain through to EURO 2008 Semi Final 20:59 Trezeguet's golden goal winner in ‘00 25:36 Platini scores the winner in EURO ‘84 Semi Final 30:54 Germany beat Italy on penalties in EURO 2016 37:33 Italy win EURO 2020

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle to round up the week's biggest European football stories.The team discuss Atalanta's historic win in the Europea League and the end of Bayer Leverkusen's "Invincible season".We get reaction to the surprise news that Vincent Kompany might be heading to Bayern Munich.Plus, the group look at the retirement of World Cup winner Toni Kroos and Pochettino's departure from Chelsea.Timecodes: 03:15 - Atalanta's Europa League win 12:28 - The end of Bayer Leverkusen's "Invincible season” 15:08 - Vincent Kompany to Bayern Munich? 23:40 - Mauricio Pochettino's departure from Chelsea 32:00 World Cup winner Toni Kroos' retirement 35:50 Kylian Mbappe leaving PSG

Come inside Mikel Arteta's home as he sits down, in his living room, with Guillem Balague to chat about all the great moments in his life – both in football and away from it. From his childhood on the beaches of San Sebastian, to the bunk beds of the Barcelona academy, hear his stories of moving to Paris with his mum and embracing the British weather in Glasgow. Through the influences of Pep Guardiola, Mauricio Pochettino, his parents – and especially his wife – we explore his growth from a player to the Arsenal manager – while delving into the more personal aspects of his life, like why Mallorca holds such a special place in his heart.