The Totally Football Show with James Richardson

Advantage Inter, Bayern’s late show - and a reprieve for Alonso at Real?

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Dec 16, 2025
The title race in Italy takes a twist as Inter climbs to the top while both Milan and Napoli stumble. In Germany, Bayern Munich nearly faces defeat against Mainz, but Harry Kane saves the day with a late penalty. Meanwhile, La Liga sees Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid narrowly secure a victory, adding pressure to his position. The podcast also dives into the struggles of Fiorentina and discusses ground-hopping recommendations, favorite insults, and heartfelt farewells among the team.
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ANECDOTE

Parma's Comeback With Nine Men

  • Parma beat Lazio despite going down to nine men and a late substitute, Tiziani Noslin, scored the winner.
  • Maurizio Sarri joked he'd seen similar improbable wins in his lower-league past with eight men.
ANECDOTE

Luis Carrión's Troubled La Liga Record

  • Luis Carrión was jeered and escorted from Oviedo's stadium after a 4-0 defeat, and was subsequently sacked.
  • He holds the unwanted record of most La Liga games managed without a win across two spells.
ANECDOTE

Lucas Høyer's Volley Steals The Show

  • Lucas Høyer scored a stunning volley for Freiburg after Gregor Kobel produced a string of saves to keep them in the game.
  • The goal was a rare career peak for the 31-year-old journeyman, celebrated as a goal-of-the-season contender.
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