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Reckon you can guess who will be the next manager sacking in this season's Premier League?Mark Schwarzer, Phil Kitromilides and Thomas Sorensen are back with their big picks ahead of the weekend of football, including a tip that one manager will hit the chopping block after another loss for his side! Plus, the boys go studs up on Phil for his call for this weekend's action and Mark predicts further misery for the Premier League champions, and we hear from Michelle Escobar and Ash Sykes with their women's football preview!-----------Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series: Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches:Acast: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AzBek8ub2oEsWLYHWetg7Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/football-belongs-australias-football-identity-by-optus/id1543067162 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Schwarzie and Phil are joined by former Denmark goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen this week to reflect on a dramatic weekend for the Premier League title race. They discuss:Whether Arsenal are now out of the title race following another defeatHow Iraola masterminded Bournemouth's victory over Man CityIf this was a seismic moment in Liverpool's seasonNottingham Forest's best start in 26 yearsAnge-ball 'broke' Aston VillaWhat will Ruben Amorim's Manchester United look likeThe guys also reflect on the first round of the FA Cup, as Schwarzie and Thomas realise they both got giant-killed by Tranmere and their long throw-ins in the same season! Even producer Elliott experienced Dave Challinor's long throws the same year! And, as always, Michelle and Ash give their thoughts on the latest WSL action.The Premier League, FA Cup and WSL are all live and exclusive on Optus Sport this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The panel are drawn into national bias during this week's Optus Sport Hot Takes as Phil Kitromilides and Thomas Sorensen back their homelands to cause an upset during the international break. Meanwhile, Julien Laurens doesn't even believe his own opinion as Robert Lewandowski and Cristiano Ronaldo come head-to-head at the weekend.The guys also discuss the Socceroos' chances under new manager Tony Popovic, whilst Michelle and Amy give us their predictions ahead of a mouthwatering clash at the Emirates in the WSL.Every Nations League and WSL match is live on Optus Sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Schwarzie has taken the international break a little too literally, as this week Phil is in the host's chair joined by Thomas Sorensen and Julien Laurens. The three of them reflect on the Premier League heading into the international break:A post-mortem on Ange's 'worst result' as Spurs managerWill Ten Hag manage another Premier League match for Manchester United?Liverpool flying highAlisson's injury worriesWhich style of play is best in the Premier League?Following Vítězslav Jaroš making his Liverpool bow at the weekend, Thomas Sorensen reminisces about his surprise international debut. Michelle and Amy also bring us up to date with all the weekend's WSL action.Every match of the Premier League and WSL is live and exclusive on Optus Sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Hot Takes' is back this week with Mark Schwarzer, Phil Kitromilides and Thomas Sorensen and we get some more Hot Takes from Michelle and Ash ahead of matchweek two of the Barclays Women's Super League.This week: Can Ange rattle the Red Devils' cage when Spurs travel to Old Trafford? One of our guys thinks so!Southampton's dismal start to their campaign is due to turn around - but to what end when they take on Bournemouth on the south coast?Action, action ACTION! Stamford Bridge set to explode this weekend as Chelsea host Brighton.The Barclays Women's Super League is into matchweek two and Ash & Michelle give us their Hot Takes with some great fixtures on the way.Optus Sport's Hot Takes will drop ahead of every matchweek during season 2024/25!-----------Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series: Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches:Acast: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AzBek8ub2oEsWLYHWetg7Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/football-belongs-australias-football-identity-by-optus/id1543067162 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Schwarzie and Phil are joined by former Premier League goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen to pick the bones out of a dramatic match at the Etihad, as Manchester City leave it late against 10-man Arsenal, including:Why this 'monstrous' performance shows a changed ArsenalShould Leandro Trossard have been sent off?A deep-dive into Ederson's goalkeeping for Arsenal's second goalWhat this result means for the title raceHow will Manchester City cope without Rodri?We also wrap up the rest of the Premier League action, check-in with the start of the WSL season and assess where the Socceroos are at following Tony Popovic's appointment as manager. Every match of the Premier League and WSL is live and exclusive on Optus Sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Premier League title race has taken another twist; so Mark, Phil and Thomas Sorensen are here to assess it all. We also take a chance to look at the other end of the table, with seven teams in a battle against relegation. The guys also decide to isolate every Australian Wolves fan by all claiming their goal SHOULD have been disallowed at the weekend! See every match of the Premier League, LALIGA, UEFA EURO 2024, Copa America 2024 and WSL live and on-demand on Optus Sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Schwarzie and Phil are joined this week by Thomas Sorensen after the Manchester derby went exactly how everyone expected it to, and react to Paul Scholes claiming Erik Ten Hag is set to be replaced in the summer. Meanwhile the guys delve into the refereeing controversies of the weekend: should Liverpool have been given the chance to score their late winner? Should Real Madrid have been stopped by the referees whistle? Phil thinks he's got a solution...It's also just over 100 days to go until the Euros on Optus Sport; so where does the in-form Ollie Watkins fit in? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a huge weekend of football news in Europe as both Jurgen Klopp and Xavi announce they're leaving their jobs at Liverpool and Barcelona at the end of the season. Schwarzie, Phil and Thomas Sorensen are joined by Oliver Kay from the Athletic to deep-dive into Klopp's decision to step down, where they discuss:How Klopp 'dreaded' another 'unbearable' dip in formLiverpool managing to keep one of the biggest stories in football a secretWhere Klopp ranks in terms of Premier League managersWhere Liverpool turn next, with Xabi Alonso the obvious choiceWhat trophies will Liverpool end this season with?Meanwhile for Xavi at Barcelona, Phil gives us insight into everything that went down at the Catalan club at the weekend, including:How Xavi now feels 'liberated'Xavi's rocky relationship with LaportaThe pressure of being Barcelona managerThe drop-off from last season's La Liga title winWho Barcelona will appoint as their next managerThey also discuss the Socceroos reaching the quarter-finals of the Asian Cup, whilst Narelle and Ash bring us up to date on all things WSL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Schwarzie and Phil are joined by Thomas Sorensen this week to dissect the devastating news of Sam Kerr's ACL injury, as well as previewing the Socceroos' Asian Cup campagin.The guys catch up on La Liga as Girona continue to impress, whilst Phil also finds the time to tell the story of the time he flew 4,000 miles only to be stood up at a Miami hotel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark and Phil were joined by former Danish international Thomas Sorensen to assess the Socceroos' comfortable win over Bangladesh, as well as plenty of other talking points from the world of football:Serious injuries for LA LIGA's heavyweightsA big weekend for Aussies in the WSLEverton's point deductionPremier League team of the season so farThe La Liga mascot Olympics!---------See every match of the Premier League, LALIGA, European qualifiers and WSL live and on-demand on Optus Sport.AND, watch our brand new weekly women's football show: the Women's Football Wrap on the Optus Sport app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ange Postecoglou is making it impossible for us not to talk about him after his Spurs team completes a remarkable comeback against Sheffield United. Meanwhile, the crisis for Manchester United continues with defeat to 'title challengers' Brighton at Old Trafford, whilst Arteta's big call could be 'one step too far'.With all that, as well as the latest from LA LIGA, Phil Kitromilides is joined by Michael Bridges and Thomas Sorensen to dissect all the weekend's football. Watch every match of the Premier League, LA LIGA, European qualifiers and WSL live and on-demand on Optus Sport.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series: Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches:Acast: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AzBek8ub2oEsWLYHWetg7Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/football-belongs-australias-football-identity-by-optus/id1543067162 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Duggan is joined by Jess McDonald, Catherine Cannuli and Thomas Sorensen as two teams take a giant leap into the semi-finals of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ - Sweden and Spain downing Japan and the Netherlands respectively. Plus, it's inside 24 hours until the Matildas take on France in one of their biggest football matches ever - and Australia is waiting with incredible excitement!Watch every match of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ live and on-demand on Optus Sport.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series: Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches - including a NEW bonus episode based on the Matildas' triumph over Canada:Acast: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AzBek8ub2oEsWLYHWetg7Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/football-belongs-australias-football-identity-by-optus/id1543067162 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Duggan is joined by Chloe Logarzo, Thomas Sorensen and Heather Garriock to wrap up the round of 16 action of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™, as France and Colombia wrapped up the final two places in the quarter-finals. Plus a look ahead to the battle for semi-final spots.Watch every match of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ live and on-demand on Optus Sport.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series: Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches:Acast: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AzBek8ub2oEsWLYHWetg7Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/football-belongs-australias-football-identity-by-optus/id1543067162 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Niav Owens is joined in the studio by Ash Sykes, Jess McDonald and Thomas Sorensen to wrap up the first two round of 16 games of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™. Plus a look ahead to day 17 action as two more quarter-final match-ups get decided and the Matildas edge close to their date with destiny.Watch every match of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ live and on-demand on Optus Sport.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series: Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches:Acast: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AzBek8ub2oEsWLYHWetg7Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/football-belongs-australias-football-identity-by-optus/id1543067162 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kelly Somers is joined by Tanya Oxtoby, Thomas Sorensen and Chloe Logarzo to wrap up another huge day of action as world champions USA and European champions England finalise their group stage commitments while Australia's round of 16 opponent is confirmed. Plus a preview of what is to come for the likes of France and Sweden.Watch every match of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ live and on-demand on Optus Sport.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series: Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches:Acast: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AzBek8ub2oEsWLYHWetg7Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/football-belongs-australias-football-identity-by-optus/id1543067162 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Niav Owens, Tanya Oxtoby, Chloe Logarzo and Thomas Sorensen wrap up day nine of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™, with some big crowds in Sydney and Adelaide, the use of the VAR coming into question and a look at what's ahead with what could arguably be the game of the group phase almost upon us.Watch every match of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ live and on-demand on Optus Sport.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series: Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches:Acast: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AzBek8ub2oEsWLYHWetg7Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/football-belongs-australias-football-identity-by-optus/id1543067162 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kelly Somers, Thomas Sorensen and Tanya Oxtoby wrap up a stacked day three of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™, which featured two of the tournament'a favoured teams, some penalty dramas, some high-scoring encounters PLUS they preview what is to come for the likes of France and Sweden.Watch every match of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ live and on-demand on Optus Sport.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series: Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches:Acast: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2AzBek8ub2oEsWLYHWetg7Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/football-belongs-australias-football-identity-by-optus/id1543067162 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Premier League stars Mark Schwarzer and Thomas Sorensen join host Teo Pellizzeri for instant reaction to Manchester City's 1-0 win in the UEFA Champoins League final against Inter Milan. Manchester City are on top of club football. What does it mean for the City Football Group project and the landscape of club football?Inter Milan put up one heck of a fight, what tactics did they deploy to run City so closeHow much blame does Romelu Lukaku take for failing to score with his late gilt-edged chance?Legacy check - is Pep Guardiola now the greatest club manager of all time? Kevin De Bruyne injured and off, what do we make of his contribution? Erling Haaland wins it all in season one - does this give him a free pass to leave whenever he wants? Manchester City's ascension to the pinnacle comes with a few caveats - just how much do they matter on a day like today? And all the other talking points out of the game. Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Premier League stars Mark Schwarzer, Michael Bridges and Thomas Sorensen give the first reactions to the final day of the Premier League season with host Teo Pellizzeri. Leeds United are relegated - are they at risk of a double drop? The surprise candidate to take over at Leeds that Mark Schwarzer drops like a bomb! Leicester City also relegated taking Aussie Harry Souttar with them down to the ChampionshipWho leaves in the fire-sale at Leicester? Can either club find the next Vincent Kompany to turn their fortunes 180 degrees and win promotion at the first time of asking? Have we seen Sam Allardyce's reputation as the fire fighter extinguished? Everton survive - but the panel are skeptical about if any lessons have been learned from another close shaveIs Everton's future as a permanent relegation battler? What next for Sean Dyche? Harry Kane scores his 29th and 30th goals but were they his last in a Tottenham shirt? Was this the last time we see Tottenham before Ange Postecoglou takes over? Aston Villa qualify for Europe First impressions on the promoted teams Would our experts pick Manchester City to win the title again or take any of the other 19 teams next season? Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Premier League stars Mark Schwarzer, Michael Bridges and Thomas Sorensen join host Teo Pellizzeri to discuss all the biggest topics in football from the week just gone!Manchester City crowned champions under the cloud of the Premier League investigation - is it a tainted title?Is there a desire to stop the spending or should clubs be allowed to continue the arms race? Newcastle secure Champions League football, so who's top of their summer shopping list? The relegation battle hots up as Everton take the upper hand into the final dayThe fallout from Valencia fans' racist abuse of Vinicius Junior continues One of the panel has the guillotine out for a big name manager which will create a huge vacancy at the top of club footballChelsea lead the race for the WSL title going into the final day of the season, but why is it "Reading vs Australia" in the WSL? Coventry City vs Luton Town in the most lucrative game in football The Socceroos set for a re-match against World Champions Argentina And plenty more. Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Premier League stars Thomas Sorensen and Michael Bridges and former Matilda Amy Duggan join host Teo Pellizzeri to discuss all the biggest topics on football!Arsenal 'peak too early' and throw away the Premier League Manchester United can lay claim to a 'successful' season as they close in on Champions LeagueSouthampton mathematically down, we rate their chances of doing a Burnley-style bounce back What the future will hold for Harry Souttar if Leicester City go down Mauricio Pochettino is almost a done deal to Chelsea while Arne Slot is the new favourite for the Tottenham vacancyBarcelona win LaLiga but Espanyol's pitch invasion grabs all the headlines. The experts discuss how to fix the problems of fan behaviour in Spanish footballSam Kerr and Chelsea win the FA Cup - but is England providing enough of a challenge for them? Could a European Super League be the answer to some of the competitive and commercial challenges facing women's football? Aussies abroad - Jordy Bos moves to Belgium for a record fee but Patrick Kisnorbo suffers relegation in Ligue 1And plenty more. Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Premier League stars Michael Bridges and Thomas Sorensen join host Teo Pellizzeri to discuss the biggest football talking points of the week!Michael Bridges puts on his armor and wades into battle to defend Leeds United's hiring of Big Sam Allardyce! Do Leeds 'deserve' to go down? More twists and turns in the relegation battle as Everton and Nottingham Forest take big stridesThe top four race heats up - does the pod owe Jurgen Klopp an apology? Arsenal hoping the Champions League will provide a distraction for Manchester CityCan we feel good about Barcelona's impending LaLiga crown? What do Ange Postecoglou and Ben Brereton Diaz have in common? Play-offs set in the Championship for one golden ticket in the Premier League Sam Kerr's Cheslea set to wow Wembley again with a full hous expected for FA Cup final against Manchester United And plenty more.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Premier League star Thomas Sorensen and Optus Sport Celtic correspondent John McGinley join host Teo Pellizzeri to talk all things football! There's a special focus on Ange Postecoglou's Celtic this week plus all the latest talking points in the Premier League. Celtic closing in on a domestic treble and back-to-back league championshipsHow Ange Postecoglou's management is being received and his standing within the club's historyWhat it will take for Celtic to contend in the Champions League next seasonIs Ange really leaving? Sorting the noise from the news every time the Premier League gets linkedHow long will Ange spend at Celtic before making his next big move - and where will he go? Scotland's battle for credibility in European competitionsThe long road for Scotland to qualify for a World Cup for the first time since 1998Could there be a renewed push for Celtic and Rangers to join the Premier League or a European Super League? Leeds look like sacking Javi Gracia for...Sam Allardyce?!The relegation battle and top four race hots upArsenal keep the title race interesting by beating ChelseaAnd plenty more. Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Premier League stars Mark Schwarzer and Thomas Sorensen join host Teo Pellizzeri to discuss the biggest issues in football this week! Tottenham implode again - is Ange Postecoglou actually the answer to their horrendous management conundrum? More twists and turns in the relegation battleThe incredible struggle for play-off spots - and there's a dream play-off final for that last spot in the Premier LeagueManchester City move another step closer to not just the title but what would be a history-matching trebleWrexham's rise continues - which other teams in the football pyramid could be ripe for a similar fairytale? Garang Kuol's struggle for game time in Scotland Barcelona continue to dominate LaLiga but just how good can we feel about their success given the financial 'levers' that were pulled? Leah Williamson's injury robs the FIFA Women's World Cup of another of its major starsAnd plenty more. Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A star-studded panel of former Premier League stars Mark Schwarzer, Michael Bridges and Thomas Sorensen join host Teo Pellizzeri to attack all the biggest talking points in football!The relegation battle heats up for Leicester City prior to Mark Schwarzer's catch-up with Socceroo star Harry SouttarAre Leeds United in freefall? Michael Bridges gives an insight into the drubbing from Liverpool at Elland RoadHave West Ham been rewarded for sticking with David Moyes? Arsenal wobble again a the top - is there any road to them holding off Manchester City? Aston Villa rocketing up the table with Unai Emery - could he have done so well that Villa might struggle to keep him? The experts give their accounts of when owners and directors stuck their nose into team talks and football affairsAnge Postecoglou closing in on the Scottish PremiershipPatrick Kisnorbo's Troyes getting closer to relegation in Ligue 1A blockbuster Barcelona v Atletico Madrid showdown in LaLigaThe experts' tips for the WSL title showdown between Manchester United and Arsenal, and Sam Kerr's Chelsea against Barcelona in the Champions League And plenty more.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The GegenPod is in high spirits as former Matilda Amy Duggan joins former Premier League star Thomas Sorensen and host Teo Pellizzeri to break down all the big talking points in football. Manchester City look irresistible after demolishing Bayern Munich, is there any hope Arsenal can stop them in the Premier League? Leicester City's latest lunge at survivalWhat is it about Roy Hodgson that has brought the magic back to Crystal Palace? Aston Villa flying up the table under Unai EmeryThe Matildas beat England 2-0 and look like world beaters! Canada and Germany both suffer high-profile losses, are any of the big teams in the sort of form that can worry Australia on home soil?100 days to go until the FIFA Women's World Cup And plenty more. Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Premier League stars Mark Schwarzer, Thomas Sorensen and Michael Bridges join host Teo Pellizzeri to break down all the biggest talking points in the week of football. Antonio Conte is gone from Tottenham, we run through all the candidates and how Spurs can turn their fortunes aroundWhat will the pitch from Tottenham sound like if they reach out to Ange Postecoglou, and what will Ange want to discuss if he takes their call? England kick-start their Euro 2024 qualifiers but Italy, Denmark and the Netherlands all have issues Scotland roll Spain in what could be one of the great qualifying groups - but will Erling Haaland grace it with his presence? Belgium and Portugal both have a renaissance with their ageing stars, but is it a false dawn for both nations? The Socceroos split their Ecuador friendlies as the next phase of Graham Arnold's time in charge continuesThe WSL title race is going down to the wire. The experts try to pick their winner in the four-team battleThe Premier League returns with blockbuster action between Manchester City and Liverpool - is this the weekend where Arsenal breaks away?And plenty more.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An all-star former Premier League panel of Mark Schwarzer, Thomas Sorensen and Michael Bridges join host Teo Pellizzeri for this week's GegenPod! Antonio Conte's meltdown at Spurs. We attack it from every angle. What does it mean for the club, for Conte, for Daniel Levy, for Ange Postecoglou and for Harry Kane? Roy Hodgson back at Crystal Palace as the relegation battle becomes even tighter!How long will Aleksandar Mitrovic be suspended for after his push on the referee? El Clasico signals generational change in LaLigaItaly and England clash in a blockbuster opening to Euro 2024 qualifyingWho will prevail when Sam Kerr's Chelsea take on Ellie Carpenter's Lyon? Who is the most famous celebrity our former stars had in their entourage during their playing days? And plenty more.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Socceroos icon Mark Schwarzer and fellow former Premier League star Thomas Sorensen join host Teo Pellizzeri to break down the biggest issues of the football week both at home and abroad!Graham Arnold's first Socceroos squad since the World CupNew faces including hotshot Nestory Irankunda - how do we harness the potential of this wonderkid 17-year-old?Arnie wins the four-way international tug-of-war for Alexander Robertson. We discuss the Manchester City youngsterThe future of Tom Rogic in green and goldWho wants to finish fourth in the Premier Leauge? Are Chelsea finally coming good?Is three-up, three-down the right number of teams promoted and relegated, could it be more? Could it be done with a promotion-relegation playoff?Real Madrid might already be out of chances with a nine-point deficit going into El ClasicoThe experts name their best El Clasico XI of the 21st century!And plenty more.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The all-star panel of former Premier League stars Mark Schwarzer, Michael Bridges and Thomas Sorensen are back with host Teo Pellizzeri to talk about the biggest football issues of the week in the Premier League, LaLiga and close to home. Liverpool's 7-0 romp against Manchester UnitedWhat to do with Bruno Fernandes. Captaincy stripped? Could he leave? Liverpool's rebuild, just how much work is needed now that we've seen what they're capable of? The panel give their guarantees on who will avoid relegation and why in the nine-team scrap to avoid the drop! Arsenal's last-minute heroics against Bournemouth - should they throw the Europa League to focus on the Premier League title chase? Australia's National Second Division. It's getting real now and our experts explain why it could be a game-changer for the round ball down underSocceroos selection for the Ecuador friendlies is getting closer and there are some new names that are ready for a chance And plenty more. Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Premier League stars Michael Bridges and Thomas Sorensen join host Teo Pellizzeri to discuss all the big talking points of the week! Then former Matilda Amy Duggan and journalist Alex Ibaceta jump in the pod to break down all the issues that have led to 15 Spain national team players going on strike in a FIFA Women's World Cup year. Bridgey and Thomas talk: Javi Gracia in at Leeds, can he save them? What's next for West Ham and David MoyesWhich three teams are going down? The guys make their picksArsenal open their gap at the top from Manchester City after a character-revealing win Graham Potter continues to test Chelsea's patienceSilverware on the line - will it be trophy time for Manchester United or redemption for Loris Karius? Amy and Alex talk:Spain's 15 players in exile from the national team - why it happened, what can resolve it and will they be back for the World Cup?Where does Ballon d'Or holder Alexia Putellas stand in all thisWho is the best player in the World, is it Sam Kerr? Why can't Sam Kerr get more respect from the football world, what will it take for more Australians to get some shine? Early favourites to win the World Cup Australia to play blockbuster friendlies against both England men and women Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Premier League stars Michael Bridges and Thomas Sorensen are joined by former Matilda Amy Duggan and host Teo Pellizzeri to break down all the big talking points of the week in football!Bridgey faces the music for backing Jesse Marsch and Nathan Jones, both now sacked!What's the answer to Southampton's problems? Leeds managerial vacancy remains a burning issueLiverpool won the Merseyside derby but are they back? Are Newcastle fading as flavour of the month? The Manchester United sale - who's winning the bidding war and how does die-hard fan Amy Duggan feel about some of the potential buyers? FIFA's Club World Cup barely makes a ripple in the pond - does it have a future? Chelsea have a great weekend in the WSL without even kicking a ball! The FIFA Women's World Cup play-offs are here and many countries are trying to qualify for the first time, you'll love our panel's picks!And plenty more. Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Football finance expert Kieran Maguire is our special guest on a Gegenpod that's all about money in football! Former Premier League stars Thomas Sorensen and Mark Schwarzer join host Teo Pellizzeri to discuss: The Premier League's sensational list of charges against Manchester City. What it means for Man City, for the Premier League and what punishments they could face How will this change the approach of other clubs backed by wealthy owners like Newcastle United? An insight into how Chelsea was able to splash the cash but play within the rules - their high risk strategy Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the battle to meet the Glazers' price-tag of $6-8bn on Manchester United Fenway Sports Group and the possible sale of Liverpool - where's it at? Wrexham's rise and what the future holds for club ownership models Plus our experts give their take on Jesse Marsch's exit from Leeds United, Jurgen Klopp's gruff press conference, the latest with Aussies abroad, and plenty more. Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mingmen (命門) is a lifeblood point in the flow of fire and qi in the body, yet remains shrouded in an enigma. For those who seek to understand their fate, the point—which translates to “Gate of Destiny” or “Gate of Life”—can be perceived as a gateway leading to a realm beyond our understanding, offering a glimpse into the unknown. Like the beating of our hearts, the strength and vitality of the Mingmen can determine the course of our lives. Its fiery heat, fueled by the blood of life that courses through us, illuminating the path to our destiny. In this conversation with Thomas Sorensen, we seek to understand and unlock the mysteries of the Mingmen—including its significance in our clinical work and how to attend to it. Thomas talks about the need to get heat in the right place and how the heart, the kidney, the Mingmen, and the San Jiao (triple burner) tie into all this. We also fiddle with the idea of destiny, the physiological and psychological aspects of our clinical work, and the role of the small intestines.Listen into this discussion on the relationship between the pericardium, the San Jiao, and the Mingmen.

Former Premier League stars Thomas Sorensen and Michael Bridges are joined by former Matilda Amy Duggan to break down all the big talking points of the week!Frank Lampard sacked as Everton boss - what next for this troubled club? Who's coming in and who would our experts hire?Harry Kane could be signing a new contract with Tottenham, but is Spurs the right place for him to win a major trophy? The managerial sack race in the relegation zone - who is the lowest safe team? Dwight Yorke leaves Macarthur - what does this mean for the game in Australia and for Yorke's own career?The WSL freezes over! Frozen pitches hijack the competition! And plenty more.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSubscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The GegenPod dives head first into all the biggest talking points in football as former Premier League stars Thomas Sorensen and Michael Bridges are joined by former Matilda Amy Duggan and host Teo Pellizzeri. Is it time up for the error-prone Hugo Lloris or will an impassioned defence from the goalkeepers union swing your opinion? Arsenal stay top but miss out on their top transfer targets, will they regret not spending the money? Manchester United win the derby as Marcus Rashford produces 'Ballon d'Or' level performanceNewcastle's shopping list for the January transfer window Stoke cling to Harry Souttar while one gun A-League player might be set for the move of a lifetimeSam Kerr does it again in the WSL while fellow Matildas stars make progressCould England actually be better without the second best player in the World? And plenty more.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSubscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former A-League players Tommy Oar and Thomas Sorensen join Socceroos legend Mark Schwarzer and Teo Pellizzeri to discuss Portugal's free-flowing attack and the rise of their newest star. They discuss Spain's tactics and if tiki taka is the way forward, reassess their pre-tournament predictions and debate the best way for the A-League Men's to capitalise on Socceroos hype to convert it into bums of seats.Were Portugal better with Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench?Has the Ronaldo era come to an end for the national team?Spain's tactics: passes, possession but no product.Benfica's incredible youth development and their latest starlet off the production line.A-League Men's return this weekend and how to make the most of the Socceroos' best-ever World Cup campain.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSubscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Socceroos legend Mark Schwarzer, former A-League and Socceroos winger Tommy Oar and former A-League and Premier League goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen join Teo Pellizzeri to discuss this weekend's A-League Men's return and how the domestic league can capitalise on the success of the national team this World Cup and captivate the huge audiences that we've seen and convert them into A-League fans.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSubscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The GegenPod is back headlined by former Matilda Amy Duggan who is joined by former Socceroo Tommy Oar, two-time World Cup goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen and legendary Australian goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer to dissect the action from Group A and B overnight, and look ahead to Australia's do-or-die match against Tunisia.England held to a draw by USA.Wales hopes hanging in the balance.What will Qatar's early exit do for the tournament?Mark Schwarzer provides an update from the Socceroos camp in Qatar. Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSubscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first round of group stage matches is complete and we take a look at who impressed, disappointed and surprised us so far in Qatar. Teo Pellizzeri is joined by Michael Bridges, Thomas Sorensen and Mark Schwarzer to dig into all the action.Brazil stamp authority as tournament favouritesBridgey backs his Three LionsSorensen on 'weak' goalkeeping optionPlenty moreListen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSubscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A full house for the breakdown of Australia's match against France at the World Cup! Mark Schwarzer is in from Qatar while fellow former Socceroo Tommy Oar and former Denmark international Thomas Sorensen join host Amy Duggan. Craig Goodwin has Australia daring to dreamThe defensive collapse, where did it all go wrong? What did we learn about Australia and what comes next against Tunisia?The quality of France as Kylian Mbappe and Olivier Giroud take controlDenmark and Tunisia play an entertaining draw to leave the group wide openSaudi Arabia pull off one of the all-time great World Cup upsets by beating ArgentinaRobert Lewandowski's struggles continue while Guillermo Ochoa is once again King of the Cup Looking ahead to day four action including Croatia, Belgium, Germany and SpainAnd plenty more all packed into this bite-size episode! Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSubscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Socceroos icon Mark Schwarzer, Premier League legends Thomas Sorensen and Michael Bridges and host Teo Pellizzeri go in two-footed for a no-holds-barred discussion of the Socceroos World Cup squad!Mitch Langerak snubbed, why the high-profile humiliation after being begged to come out of international retirement?Cristian Volpato turns the Socceroos and a World Cup opportunity down, what now?Garang Kuol is the lucky bolter, but what does it mean for Marco Tilio, Daniel Arzani and others?Jason Cummings realises his dream after the gamble on a move down underTrent Sainsbury left out while Thomas Deng gets the nodWhat does Keanu Baccus getting picked ahead of Denis Genreau say about the club choices of players and game-time evaluation of selectors?Who's in the shop window to land a big move if they shine on the big stage?Did Arnie show a 'glass jaw' or is the media too negative when they talk about the team?Runners, fighters and boxing kangaroos - but what about footballers?Plus a discussion of all the big Premier League and European football talking points including Antonio Conte's struggle at Spurs, a potential Liverpool sale, some mouth-watering European ties and the Matildas' upcoming match against Sweden.Listen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSubscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Premier League stars Thomas Sorensen and Michael Bridges are joined by former Matilda Amy Duggan and host Teo Pellizzeri to break down all the big talking points in football. Cristian Volpato - should Graham Arnold be on the phone to offer a Socceroos call-up for the World Cup, and will Volpato accept it? Is Graham Potter overthinking his start to life at Chelsea? What is the right balance of instruction v freedom? Darwin Nunez, is the criticism of him fair? Bridgey's Leeds victory lap Is it time up for Diego Simeone as Atletico Madrid bomb out of Europe? Socceroos World Cup countdown - Tom Rogic, Riley McGree, Garang Kuol and Marco Tilio all under the microscopeElise Kellond-Knight returns for the Matildas but is the squad carrying too many players that aren't actually there to play? Manchester United the emerging new power of the WSLThe WSL question Amy Duggan just couldn't answer! And plenty moreListen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSubscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Matilda Amy Duggan and Premier League legend Thomas Sorensen join host Teo Pellizzeri to break down all the big talking points in the week of football. Was Sam Kerr robbed of football's most prestigious individual award? Where's Sammy? The surprising award-night snubThe Matildas get ready to learn their group for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup Socceroos World Cup countdown - the injuries are biting! Jackson Irvine and Connor Metcalfe speak exclusively to Optus SportLiverpool get a big win but did Pep Guardiola get it all wrong? Steven Gerrard the latest to be on the manager hot-seat as Aston Villa's struggles continueBarcelona lose El Clasico and their big financial gambit could be about to backfireA frightening fight in the Women's Super League overshadows some great moments for the AussiesAnd plenty moreListen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongsSubscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Premier League legends Thomas Sorensen and Michael Bridges join former Matilda Amy Duggan and host Teo Pellizzeri in another packed edition of the GegenPod! Talking about all the big issues of the week including: Bridgey's experience watching Leeds United first hand in the commentary box for the Optus Sport audience How do you defend against Erling Haaland? Can he be stopped? Manchester United remains a tale of who's on the bench and not actually playingConte's Spurs come up short in the big North London Derby test The sack race claims Bruno Lage, has Steve Cooper in its sights, but is Brendan Rodgers now off the hot seat? Barcelona come up short in the Champions League to take the shine off going top in LaLigaWill Julen Lopetegui lose his job for Sevilla's shambolic start? Aussies overseas including Garang Kuol's big move to Newcastle United! Kyah Simon suffers an ACL tear leaving the Matildas down another starSam Kerr's Chelsea get a horror UEFA Women's Champions League draw And plenty more Subscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All the big issues are hit on the GegenPod as we welcome back Socceroos icon Mark Schwarzer and Premier League legends Thomas Sorensen and Michael Bridges with host Teo Pellizzeri, including: Live reaction to the Socceroos squad dropping for the farewell games before the FIFA World Cup in QatarFixture pile-up set to continue for Premier League teams after The Queen's passingGraham Potter succeeds Thomas Tuchel at Chelsea, is he the culture changer the Blues need?Brighton and Bournemouth vacancies and Ange Postecoglou refusing to be wooed away from CelticDiego Costa's comeback an attempt to defy father time Bayern Munich get the better of Barcelona in the Champions League while Spurs stumbleFA WSL kicks off - can anyone beat Sam Kerr's Chelsea in our Aussie-filled league? Madrid derby hits LaLiga but will Antoine Griezmann hit the field for longer than 30 minutes? Aussies abroad chat - Tom Rogic finds a new club while Garang Kuol hype is set to ramp upSydney United make history in the Australia Cup by becoming the first non-A-League finalistAnd plenty moreSubscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Bridges battles UK train cancellations as he joins Mark Schwarzer, Thomas Sorensen and Teo Pellizzeri for another episode of the GegenPod.In this episode:Darwin Nunez loses his head...onto that of someone else! When have the lads dealt with the fallout of an individual letting the team down?When has an incident blown up like Tuchel v Conte, and how come Michael Bridges and Lee Bowyer came to blows...over a spaghetti buffet?!Manchester United are in strifeIs Lisandro Martinez too short for the Premier League?What now for David de Gea?What caught everyone's eye in LaLiga this weekend?Socceroos World Cup Watch: bolters, those on shaky ground...and where is Tom Rogic?If you were in Ernie Merrick's shoes, where would you start on 'fixing' Australian football?We name our Premier League all-time greatest XI - though we still aren't sure whether Mark Schwarzer is happy!Host: Teo PellizzeriGuests: Mark Schwarzer, Thomas Sorensen, Michael BridgesProducer/Editor: Lucas PerrySubscribe: https://sport.optus.com.au/signupListen to Optus Sport's award-winning limited series, Football Belongs, charting the cultural threads of Australian society through the lens of nine football matches: https://play.acast.com/s/football-belongs Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

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