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Euro Leagues: Pet turtles and the two-metre Messi

Mar 27, 2025
Join football experts Julien Laurens, Rafa Honigstein, and Mina Rzouki as they dive into quirky football stories and deep analyses. Discover who keeps turtles in their fridge and the tall tales behind the 'two-metre Messi.' They explore Germany's quest for a new number nine, the evolving identity of Italy under Spaletti, and the impact of Griezmann's retirement on France. Plus, hear about Bayern's injuries and the heated decision surrounding Juventus’ coaching changes. It's a lively mix of laughs and insights!
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Quick takeaways

  • French broadcasting's innovative coverage of lower-tier football highlights the importance of grassroots promotion in enhancing fan engagement.
  • Germany's emergence of new striker Tim Kleindienst offers hope amidst their ongoing search for effective goal-scoring solutions ahead of the World Cup.

Deep dives

The Dynamics of International Coverage on Tuchel's England

The coverage of Thomas Tuchel's role as England manager has generated significant attention, characterized by a sort of 'newspaper ping pong' between German and English media. Each side reflects the opinions and takes of the other, leading to a narrative where English criticism of Tuchel is met with German rebuttals, exacerbating the intrigue surrounding his tenure. The novelty of a German manager at the helm of the English national team has prompted heightened interest, though opinions on his effectiveness remain varied. Observations suggest that while it might be too early to form definitive judgments based on early qualifiers, the anticipation rests on Tuchel's performance in critical matches like the World Cup.

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