Podcasts about Midfield

In this clip from the Final Word Show after Liverpool's win over Nottingham Forest, Dan, John & Chris discuss what is missing from Liverpool's Midfield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Lynch assesses Alexis Mac Allister's mixed performance, Liverpool's ongoing midfield imbalance and the growing need for added physicality. There's also insight into Ibrahima Konaté's contract situation, summer recruitment priorities, and reaction to wider football debates surrounding Vinícius Júnior and Virgil van Dijk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Western Bulldogs have one of the most star studded lists in the Competition, but are yet to put it all together. Will 2026 be the year? With Sam Darcy dominating the forward line, Marcus Bontempelli controlling the Midfield and leading the team from the front and a potential emerging young stars. The only question the Bulldogs have is their Backline, will their Key Defenders hold up?.Find out as we preview the 2026 season of the Western Bulldogs.Like always thank you for listening to the show, if you did enjoy this episode, make sure to leave a like and comment, Turn on the Notification Bell so you don't miss an upload, hit the Subscribe Button!!Follow us on Instagram & Tik Tok for all our clips from the show and other news - @Uptheguts_

#978 | Ed and Adam suffer through the long wait for United men to play again. In the meantime they enjoy United Women's 5–0 aggregate win over Atlético Madrid to reach the Women's Champions League quarterfinals. It's been a strong performance from the team so far this season despite the often critical reception to manager Marc Skinner. There's a deep-dive on United's strategy behind revamping midfield in the summer - Anderson, Wharton, Baleba, Tonali … somebody else? That group will include Kobbie Mainoo, with reports this week that negotiations over a new contract are underway now that he is back in the first team under Michael Carrick. The under-18s beat Oxford in the Youth Cup and there's even more hype around 15-year-old JJ Gabriel. Finally a preview of Everton away at the new Hill Dickinson Stadium. Everton have enjoyed a solid season under David Moyes. How will Carrick approach this one after West Ham's solid defensive performance last time out? Is it time for Benjamin Šeško to start? 00:00 Introduction 00:27 United Women's Success 05:48 Arsenal vs City Title Race 13:23 Mainoo Contract & Midfield Targets 21:49 Evaluating Midfield Options 30:13 Transfer Strategy 35:41 Youth Academy & JJ Gabriel 39:29 Everton Preview If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gags & Grizz discuss Liverpool's upturn in form recently, and they also discuss Dominik Szoboszlai's case to be Premier League POTY. They then preview the upcoming game against Nottingham Forest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit sempremilan.substack.comJoin Oli and Anthony as they go through each of Milan's current midfielders to discuss their future, and address which targets could complete the department.

On the latest episode of Molby On The Spot, Trev Downey is joined by Liverpool legend Jan Molby to discuss Liverpool's midfield questions, attacking transfer needs for the new season, and the Forest Preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of The Red Room, Grizz Khan is joined by Lewis, Mike, Lola, and Michael to analyse the current standing of the Liverpool side in midfield for the seasons ahead! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Barca Talk, hosts Troy and Carlos discuss the current struggles of Barca, analyzing recent matches, team performance, and the impact of individual players. They delve into tactical adjustments needed in the midfield, the consequences of missed penalties, and ongoing refereeing controversies, particularly regarding VAR. The conversation emphasizes the importance of maintaining pressure in the title race and the need for a collective effort as the season progresses. Takeaways The lack of intensity in recent matches is concerning for Barcelona fans. Midfield dynamics are crucial for the team's performance and need adjustments. Individual players' performances are impacting the overall team success. Missed penalties have become a significant issue for the team this season. Refereeing controversies and VAR decisions are affecting the team's morale. Upcoming matches are critical for maintaining pressure in the title race. The team needs to avoid complacency against lower-ranked opponents. Tactical changes may be necessary to improve performance. The mental aspect of the game is just as important as the physical. The current season is a test of the team's resilience and adaptability. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Current State of Barcelona 02:57 Analyzing Recent Matches and Team Performance 06:04 Midfield Dynamics and Tactical Adjustments 08:57 The Role of Individual Players and Their Impact 12:04 Penalty Decisions and Their Consequences 14:58 Refereeing Controversies and VAR Issues 17:56 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Matches and Strategies 20:56 Final Thoughts and Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Which club has got the best midfield trio heading into 2026? After another lean season in 2025, is this the year the Roos finally bounce and get themselves out of the bottom 4? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Check out our new Stretford Paddock Merchandise: https://stretfordpaddock.store/ Laurie is back to unpick loads of United's current on goings! Including transfer talk, manager moves and a recent link to Jurgen Klopp... Join Laurie Whitwell from the Athletic and Joe for this episode of Inside United! Laurie's articles: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/laurie-whitwell/ Talk of the Devils: https://www.youtube.com/@TOTDevils 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

From Konaté's ongoing negotiations to Curtis Jones' future and Szoboszlai's long-term outlook, David Lynch breaks down Liverpool's evolving contract landscape. There is renewed optimism in some areas, but key decisions loom ahead of a pivotal summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Arsenal 4–0 Wigan | Saka in Midfield, Calafiori Injury Worries, Eze and Norgaard Step Up & Wolves PreviewIn Episode 159 of The Grove Podcast, Tabs and Andy break down Arsenal's dominant 4–0 FA Cup 4th Round win over Wigan, a performance full of rotation, experimentation, and a few unexpected twists. With Mansfield Town away confirmed for the fifth round, the lads look at what the draw means for Arsenal's congested run‑in — and why it might be the perfect fixture at the perfect time.We dive into:

How essential is Cole Palmer and would you wildcard with or without Erling Haaland?

Damian Barrett and Joel Peterson bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. The Vics get it done over WA by 24 points in the return of Origin with a lot to like on & off the field in the build up to this game. The only sour note being the injury to Jacob Weitering. Tom Green will miss the 2026 season with a suspected ACL tear, a savage blow for the Giants midfield. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Rolinson and John Townley digest the Brighton result whilst also look ahead to the upcoming fixtures whilst taking on another batch of your Aston Villa questions - LIVE!

Check out our new Stretford Paddock Merchandise: https://stretfordpaddock.store/ Manchester United have been in the market to strengthen in midfield for some time... With the announcement of Casemiro's departure in the summer and perhaps Manuel Ugarte to follow suit, Chris Wheeler from the Daily Mail joins Jay for a look into how United plan to make their next moves in the transfer window! Follow Chris on X: https://x.com/ChrisWheelerDM 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

Collingwood great Mick McGuane joined Jimmy Bartel for a wide-ranging interview including: His midfield rankings The team who he thinks will be the "surprise packet" of the competition this year The question Craig McRae must answer this season His son Tom missing out on an AFL contract See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Collingwood great Mick McGuane joined Jimmy Bartel for a wide-ranging interview including: His midfield rankings The team who he thinks will be the "surprise packet" of the competition this year The question Craig McRae must answer this season His son Tom missing out on an AFL contract See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 1-0 home loss wasn't about a lack of effort, it was about what was missing.Aston Villa had the ball, the territory, and eventually a numerical advantage against Brentford. What they didn't have were the midfielders who usually turn control into pressure. Kamara. Tielemans. McGinn. Without them, Villa's dominance stayed neat, predictable, and ultimately harmless.This My Old Man Said post-mortem episode focuses on how midfield absences shaped the game. Villa circulated the ball patiently but lacked aggression between the lines, runners arriving with intent, or anyone prepared to take responsibility in tight central areas. Brentford were able to retreat, organise, and wait.Even after the red card, Villa struggled to change the pattern. Possession increased, urgency didn't. The disallowed goal only deepened the frustration, with VAR dragging play back to find a marginal infringement and draining what little momentum Villa had built.Brentford didn't steal this. They controlled any potential chaos and Villa lacked the guile to break them down.We also look at the bigger picture and should we be concerned?UTVGet a Great NordVPN DealGet a cracking deal on NordVPN with four months FREE & a 30 days money-back guarantee here: nordvpn.com/momsGET AD-FREE SHOWS and JOIN MATCH CLUBGet ad-free shows and extra shows, and join My Old Man Said's 24/7 Villa community, Match Club.For more details and to become a member, click here: Become a MOMS MemberJoin the show's listener facebook group The Mad Few.Credits:David Michael - @myoldmansaid Chris Budd - @BUDD_musicPhillip Shaw - @prsgameMy Old Man Said - https://www.myoldmansaid.comThis Podcast has been created and uploaded by My Old Man Said. The views in this Podcast are not necessarily the views of talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Hollywood Hawks are back to showboat and excite the competition in 2026. A big body Midfielder from the Rookie Draft is already tearing up Pre Season & A Young Key Defender is ready to stand up and impact if called upon!With the absence of Will Day for at least 3-4 months, we discuss the Midfield options that the Hawks have. There's a player who has all the attributes to be a star and we have labelled as "The Wildcard", whose magnet can be thrown anywhere and make it a impact. Why Jai Newcombe being added as a Co-Captain could take some stress off James Sicily who needs to improve on his 2026 Season.

Its time to sell Saka but will I go triple Arsenal defence or finally bring Rice in ahead of Gameweek 25.

Manchester City and Pep flop again as they screw a two-goal lead and draw 2-2 with Spurs. We speak on Arsenal edging towards the title. (6:04) Carrick or Carrique makes it three wins in three and dunks on the Amorim suffering narrative. (1:28:58) Real Madrid need a late penalty to beat a Volcano. A debate on what Madrid need in midfield to truly compete. (2:21:43) 

This week, Aaron, Matt and Aaron finally get back together after a few weeks of travel, schedules and sickness. They start off by apologizing for potentially bringing the bad news about Ayala before diving into how the change out of Ayala for Bassett (not confirmed but assumed). They talk a bit about what this shift might mean and where the club goes from here. They wrap up with a few questions from listeners; more to come next week.Theme Music Credit:Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4372-slow-burnLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Everything Gets Worse Forever FC, put another tally in the win column. No, the tarping of the upper bowl doesn't count toward that. Congrats to the Indiana Hoosiers. If you liked the podcast, be sure to follow us on Twitter or Bluesky and rate us on your podcast app of choice! It helps out the show tremendously. Hosted & Produced by Zack Kaminski, who writes on Substack and has been featured on Meet at Midfield. Co-hosted by Ian Labatch and Mason Kling. Podcast Art & Logo were commissioned from friend of the show Birdblitz.Contact us by email at semplefipodcast@gmail.com

#967 | Ed and Dan celebrate United's thrilling 3-2 victory at Arsenal. Michael Carrick, football genius? Bryan Mbeumo, football genius. Mattheus Cunha, football genius. Patrick Dorgu, football genius. Bloody hell. United scored three worldie goals. Arsenal hacked a couple in. This was a performance that could salvage a season. 00:00 Introduction 04:23 Tactical Insights and Strategies 11:32 Arsenal's Midfield  17:54 Managerial Changes and Future Prospects 28:43 Set Pieces 30:21 Player Performances  32:23 VAR Decisions and Controversies 33:41 Managerial Tactics  36:15 Upcoming Fixtures  42:33 Fan Reactions and Internet Culture 50:29 Concluding Thoughts  If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing a weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are ad-free. NQAT is available on all podcast apps and in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lateriser scans the FPL landscape and what we will need our transfers for in the future. He discusses match ups and transfers for his Fantasy Premier League team in Gameweek 23. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━

an Bardell is live to talk transfers. Plenty of links, but is there plenty of substance? Mateta, Loftus-Cheek and Bailey all discussed, as well as Tammy Abraham.

THIS MATCH IS CRUCIAL wrote Unai Emery in the match programme notes for the Everton game. The players it seems didn't get the memo.Everton came to Villa Park with a clear plan and left having disrupted the one area Aston Villa normally rely on for control. The midfield. Not through brilliance, but through physicality, timing, and exploiting a lack of cohesion caused by Villa's injuries and enforced changes.This My Old Man Said post-mortem focuses on why Villa never established rhythm, why second balls kept going the wrong way, and how Everton repeatedly bypassed what is usually Villa's strongest platform. Without stability in the middle, everything else felt reactive rather than controlled.There is discussion of personnel issues, structural balance, and how quickly control can evaporate when familiarity is lost. This is not framed as a season-long flaw, but it is a problem in the present tense. One that matters if left unresolved.UTVGet a Great NordVPN DealGet a cracking deal on NordVPN with four months FREE & a 30 days money-back guarantee here: nordvpn.com/momsGET AD-FREE SHOWS and JOIN MATCH CLUBGet ad-free shows and extra shows, and join My Old Man Said's 24/7 Villa community, Match Club.For more details and to become a member, click here: Become a MOMS MemberJoin the show's listener facebook group The Mad Few.Credits:David Michael - @myoldmansaid Chris Budd - @BUDD_musicPhillip Shaw - @prsgameMusic production & creation - David MichaelMy Old Man Said - https://www.myoldmansaid.comThis Podcast has been created and uploaded by My Old Man Said. The views in this Podcast are not necessarily the views of talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the latest episode of The Red Room podcast, Grizz Khan is joined by Mo, Keith Kross, Darren Timson, and debutant Lola Katz to speak all about the reds: Discussions on the booing at Anfield post Burnley.  Alonso's sacking and how that has changed the dynamics at LFC UCL game vs Marseille and the importance for Slot's future.  Midfield contracts debate on Grav, Macca, Jone & Szoboslai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Go Radio Football Show: 20th of January 2026. Don't miss it, PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Paul Cooney, Peter Grant and Stephen O'Donnell answer your calls and dissect the biggest stories in Scottish Football today. With transfer windows tightening, fan frustration rising, and league races heating up, this episode delivers heavyweight insight, big‑name opinions, and a few explosive caller moments. Highlights Celtic in Crisis? No January signings… until maybe now. Martin O'Neill's whirlwind return dissected — Did the club create their own chaos? Caller Kevin's explosive rant: “This is a textbook on how NOT to run a football club.” The panel debate striker targets, recruitment failures, and what Celtic must do before Hearts on Sunday. Rangers on the Rise Danny Rohl's revolution continues: confidence, clarity, structure — and three new signings. Midfield rebuild dissected: Chukwuani's arrival, rotation plans, and the future of Tavernier. Loan exits, squad trimming, and why Rangers suddenly look organised. Motherwell's Impressive Evolution Stephen O'Donnell gives a brilliant player‑eye breakdown of Motherwell's tactical reinvention under Jens Berthel Askou. Freedom, rotation, shape‑shifting and that exhilarating win over Celtic. Maswanhise transfer interest: What's he worth? Could he go? Should he go? Hearts Hit Hard – but Still Flying Shankland & Devlin ruled out — how big is the blow? Could the absence open the door for Celtic… or is the Tynecastle fortress too strong? Caller Fireworks Michael from Liverpool delivers one of the most chaotic calls of the year. Hugh brings Motherwell passion and philosophy. Laurie delivers a razor‑sharp takedown of Celtic's January planning. Scotland Talk Steve Clarke's future Nathan Patterson back Ben Doak's potential The coming “rebuild era” after the World Cup Peter Grant's brilliant behind‑the‑scenes story from Mexico/Peru tour. Plus: Aberdeen's managerial puzzle. St Mirren vs Livingston preview. The panel's cup draw reactions. Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok The Go Radio Football Show, weeknights from 5pm-7pm across Scotland on DAB, YouTube, Smart Speaker - launch Go Radio - and on the Go Radio App. IOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/go-radio/id1510971202 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.thisisgo.goradio&pcampaignid=web_share In Association with Burger King. Home of the Whopper, home delivery half time or full time, exclusively on the Burger King App  https://www.burgerking.co.uk/download-bk-app. For more Podcasts from Go Studios, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...

Juventus were riding high to Sardinia after two strong wins over provincial clubs. But on the cusp of a big stretch of games domestically and in Europe, Juve sunk to a loss against 16th-place Cagliari. 00:00 Introduction 02:41 Takeaways from the week that was 09:50 Cagliari 1-0 Juventus recap, and setpiece woes 27:59 Midfield discussion, and persistent striker issues 36:05 Mercato and Mateta talk 46:21 Mingueza, Senesi and more mercato talk You can follow us — or send us questions — on Bluesky ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bwrao.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JuventusNation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ as well as the Fans First Sports Network ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FansFirstSN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Twitter. You can also follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our Instagram page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, too! Get all of our match coverage, transfer rumors and much more at our website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠blackwhitereadallover.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte FC's biggest signing of the offseason (so far?) is versatile midfielder Luca de la Torre, a veteran of Fulham, Celta Vigo, the USMNT, and most recently, San Diego FC. Danny Brams sits down with Tony Sanchez from SanDiego.futbol for inside info on what kind of player CLT fans can expect to see, why Luca's mindset is especially valuable for a club like ours, and why anyone would ever leave the tropical paradise that is San Diego, California. It's for the Crown, Baby!

It's time to consider a midfield shake-up as Cup football finishes, the transfer window gets into full swing, and players return from AFCON

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In this video I take you through the latest news, hot-topics and answer your FPL questions ahead of Gameweek 22. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━

West Ham have finally get back to winning ways against QPR in the FA Cup, but the victory has been overshadowed by the €35 million transfer bid from Flamengo for Lucas Paquetá. This week on The West Ham Breakdown, Jack and Cal navigate the bittersweet aftermath of a cup win and the impossible choice facing the West Ham board: do you cash in on an talisman who wants a move back to Brazil, or is sanctioning his departure now tantamount to accepting relegation from the Premier League. They also break down the QPR match, analysing the shift to a 4-4-2 and how a front line featuring Taty Castellanos and Pablo Felipe changed the dynamic and discussing what lessons Nuno Espírito Santo could bring into games against Premier League opposition. Plus, a deep dive into the underlying data of our midfield and defence—comparing West Ham's central hubs to our direct relegation rivals to just how our squad stacks up against our opposition. We wrap up by looking at the January transfer window and whether the club should be recruiting for a survival fight or for life in the Championship. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (03:00) Lucas Paquetá: The Flamengo bid and the player's motivatio (12:31) Does selling Paquetá mean West Ham are accepting relegation? (22:47) West Ham 2-1 QPR Match Review (28:03) Switching to a 4-4-2: Pros and Cons (31:38) Midfield struggles: Finding the right combination (34:54) Winning Gamestate: West Ham's chronic lack of control when ahead (37:57) Data Dive: How do West Ham compare to the other relegation candidates? (45:50) West Ham's midfield vs other bottom six midfielders Please do leave us a review and subscribe to the podcast to catch every episode. Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/analyticsunited You can follow the pod (and our other work) on Twitter: Main: @AnalyticsUtd_ Jack: @jackelderton Cal: @WHU_Analytic Darcy: @futpysche Charlie: @ATopLad Theme music: "Emotional Chill Electronic Vlog Music | Sunset" by Alex-Productions (https://onsound.eu/) Promoted by: https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New year, same old podcast. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola ring in 2026 by digging into Brenden Aaronson's impressive run of form at Leeds and where the 25-year-old fits into Mauricio Pochettino's World Cup plans (07:34). Weston McKennie remains clutch for Juventus, but can he really be considered the USMNT's greatest midfielder of all time (25:45)? Damion Downs and Cole Campbell secure loan moves (49:44), Pellegrino Matarazzo gets off to a positive start in LaLiga (55:19), and Wilfried Nancy's nightmare spell at Celtic comes to an end (58:33). 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, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@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/⁠ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paramount+⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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/news/sportsbook-promos/⁠ And sportsbook promos: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 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

Dan Bardell is joined by The Athletic's data analyst Mark Carey to go INSIDE Aston Villa's 3–1 win over Nottingham Forest

John and Tim chat about the signing of Finland international midfielder Robin Lod who appears destined to start the season as the Fire's #10. Mbokazi impresses in AFCON loss to Egypt with performance against Mohamad Salah.

Aitana Bonmatí isn't just playing the game; she's rewriting its history. In this episode, we analyze the career of the first-ever three-time consecutive Ballon d'Or Féminin winner. We explore her journey from Sant Pere de Ribes to becoming the tactical heartbeat of FC Barcelona Femení and the Spanish national team. From her "human cheat code" spatial awareness to her incredible 120-goal tally for Barça, we break down why she is the definitive midfield maestro of her generation and discuss her road to recovery following her recent injury. Aitana Bonmatí, FC Barcelona Femení, Ballon d'Or Féminin, Women's Champions League, Spain Women's National Team

The January transfer window is coming, and the conditions are unusually volatile. Patrick and Ted discuss why this winter could see more movement than normal, driven by league parity, World Cup pressures, and clubs chasing narrow competitive margins. They analyze who should act and why, covering the title race, the top-four battle, and the growing risks for mid-table teams. Along the way, they examine Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea, Aston Villa, Spurs, and several clubs facing difficult strategic choices. The episode closes with a wider look at Europe and relegation planning, highlighting why January spending is less about fixing everything and more about choosing the right problems to solve. Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheTransferFlow Subscribe to our FREE newsletter: https://www.thetransferflow.com/subscribe Join Variance Betting: https://www.thetransferflow.com/upgrade Follow us on our Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe1WTKOt7byrELQcGRSzu1Q X: https://x.com/TheTransferFlow Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetransferflow.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetransferflow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@transferflowpodcast 00:00 – Intro 00:26 – Christmas Break and What to Expect From Transfer Flow 01:27 – Holiday Patreon Content and Upcoming Episodes 02:34 – The Expanded World Cup and Its Impact on January Transfers 03:27 – Premier League Parity and Increased Incentives to Spend 04:03 – Competitive Balance Across Europe This Season 05:42 – Why Premier League Money Is Still Likely to Move 06:22 – Aston Villa's Position and the Case for Spending 06:44 – What Villa Actually Need in January 08:28 – The Manchester City Signing That Could Swing the Title Race 09:25 – Manchester United's Underlying Numbers and Youth Reliance 11:37 – Chelsea's Stagnation and Liverpool's Stability 13:34 – Liverpool's January Dilemma and Contract Uncertainty 15:14 – Crystal Palace's Squad Depth and Direction Issues 16:12 – Palace's Midfield and Wing-Back Needs 17:26 – Spurs, Recruitment Confusion, and Paratici Rumours 18:03 – Structural Problems Before Squad Decisions at Spurs 18:47 – Managerial Patience and Lessons From Unai Emery 20:22 – Nottingham Forest, Everton, and West Ham's January Needs 23:05 – Relegation Planning and Risky January Spending 23:53 – Holiday Break, Listener Thanks, and Return Plans #premierleague #epl #manchesterunited #mancity #liverpool #arsenal #chelsea #astonvilla #FootballPodcast #SoccerPodcast #PLTransfers #transfernews #transferwindow #transfers #football #foryou #fyp

With Farke's five at the back preparing to face Palace we celebrate four midfield kings at Leeds United.

A template midfield is forming around three premium assets, but is that about to be challenged by other picks and which other budget options can we rely on?

The boys are back on the mics, talking hoops(?),  playoff, ACC schedules, Military bowl, and volleyball. Let's ride. If you liked the podcast, be sure to follow us on Twitter or Bluesky and rate us on your podcast app of choice! It helps out the show tremendously. Hosted & Produced by Zack Kaminski, who writes on Substack and has been featured on Meet at Midfield. Co-hosted by Ian Labatch and Mason Kling. Podcast Art & Logo were commissioned from friend of the show Birdblitz.Contact us by email at semplefipodcast@gmail.com

The focus shifts to the January window and beyond. Antoine Semenyo's links are assessed as genuine, while Saudi and San Diego interest in Mohamed Salah is examined for credibility and timing. The discussion closes with a grounded look at midfield targets such as Baleba, Anderson and Wharton, and why a move this January remains highly unlikely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another Gameweek, another decent return from the growing group of midfielders who are hitting form all at the same time

The result said “win”. The conversation said something else entirely.In this episode of The Non-Negotiables Podcast, the lads use Arsenal's narrow victory over Wolves as a springboard to address deeper issues that have been building beneath the surface. Rather than focusing on the match itself, the discussion centres on selection decisions, misaligned roles, and why performances are starting to feel disconnected from standards.There's an honest, sometimes uncomfortable conversation about trust within the XI, why certain profiles aren't fitting the games they're being picked for, and how old habits — late-game retreat, lack of control, and reliance on fine margins — appear to be creeping back in.With pressure increasing at the top of the table, the episode questions whether Arsenal are managing rhythm, load, and structure effectively, and what needs to change quickly to prevent results masking performance issues.Also discussed:• Selection fit versus opposition• Midfield balance and tempo problems• Confidence, trust, and responsibility within the squad• Whip Around the Grounds and title-race context• Takahiro Tomiyasu's move to Ajax• Squad depth, injuries, and AFCON implicationsA reflective, standards-led episode focused on why this win felt wrong — and what Arsenal must correct to realign performances with expectations.Chapters:(00:00) – Arteta's Non-Negotiables Intro(01:11) – Expectations vs Reality: Wolves at Home(02:37) – Team Selection Under the Microscope(08:15) – Gyökeres Debate: Trust, Confidence & Role(23:15) – Eze, Martinelli & Misfit Roles(29:00) – Merino's Usage and Tempo Concerns(31:46) – Old Habits Creeping Back(37:44) – Match Stats(38:15) – The Positives(41:15) – Part Two: Time Off for the Squad(44:06) – January Window & Defensive Depth Worries(48:00) – Whip Around the Grounds(54:56) – Title Race Context & Rivals' Results(58:26) – Newcastle, Spurs, Relegation & Emile Smith Rowe(01:02:49) – Tomiyasu to Ajax(01:05:28) – AFCON, Asian Cup & Fixture Disruption

On the latest Fan Focus podcast, Dave Davis examines recent reactions to the latest Liverpool FC transfer news from journalists and fans around the world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rog is joined by Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton to talk about how he sees the game. Adam reflects on his early YouTube skills videos and the practice habits that shaped his touch, then goes into the “message” he sends with every pass. He walks through his warm-up scanning routine and breaks down his chemistry with Jean-Philippe Mateta. Wharton closes on what success means to him now that he's won two trophies and where he wants to grow.Football is better with friends. Join our Discord community for conversation with fellow GFOPs, live matchday chat, and to speak with Rog directly: https://discord.gg/DDDUcNWFHESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.