The Totally Football Show with James Richardson Arsenal v Bayern & Chelsea v Barca headline European midweek
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Nov 25, 2025 
Join insightful guests like James Horncastle, a Serie A expert, Seb Stafford-Bloor from Germany, Ligue 1 analyst Julien Laurens, and La Liga contributor Pol Ballús. They dive into exciting Champions League matchups, including Arsenal vs. Bayern and Chelsea vs. Barcelona. Discussions highlight Bayern's incredible comeback against Freiburg, Marseille's impressive form, and Real Madrid's struggles. The talk also covers Serie A's tight title race and Barcelona's youth resurgence, offering a lively review of European football's latest thrills.
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Marseille's Momentum vs European Consistency
- Marseille are in strong domestic form but have struggled to be consistent in the Champions League.
- Their squad depth and tactical options make Tuesday's Velodrome clash with Newcastle a must-win to secure qualification.
PSG's Transition Leaves Opening For Spurs
- PSG remain imperfect and rotating due to injuries, leaving them vulnerable despite results.
- Spurs can exploit that instability at Parc des Princes if they avoid tactical naivety.
Arsenal v Bayern: A Top-Tier Test
- Arsenal and Bayern look like the two best teams in Europe right now based on consistent performances.
- The upcoming Emirates clash offers a genuine measuring-stick for both sides.
