The podcast discusses notable performances in European club football, highlighting Brighton's debut and Newcastle's draw against Milan, while also focusing on the struggles of Manchester United and Anana's mistakes as goalkeeper.
The competition between Arsenal's goalkeepers and English goalkeepers, as well as the future of Manchester City post-Pep Guardiola, are debated, and the best number nine in the last 10 years is discussed, mentioning Lewandowski, Harry Kane, Karim Benzema, and Luis Suarez.
Deep dives
Top Performances in European Club Football Return
The podcast episode discusses the return of European club football and highlights some notable performances. Brighton's debut in European football is mentioned, with the team losing but showing differences in tactics. Newcastle's hard-fought draw against Milan is also praised, with notable performances from Nick Pope and Kieran Trippier. Manchester United's struggles continue, and the episode discusses Anana's mistakes as Manchester United's goalkeeper. The focus then shifts to Barcelona and Levandowskistive. Finally, the episode concludes with a discussion on the best number nine in the last 10 years, mentioning Harry Kane, Robert Lewandowski, Karim Benzema, and Luis Suarez.
Competition Between Arsenal Goalkeepers
The podcast delves into the competition between Arsenal's goalkeepers, Ramsdale and Leno. Different opinions are expressed, with one host believing it can hinder the team's morale while the other sees the benefit of having two capable goalkeepers for backup and rotation. The discussion touches on other English goalkeepers and potential issues for the national team. The topic concludes with a debate on who the best number nine in the last 10 years is, mentioning Lewandowski, Harry Kane, Karim Benzema, and Luis Suarez.
Impressive Performances and Future of Manchester City
Manchester City's dominant display is highlighted, with a focus on their ability to come back even when going a goal behind. The hosts discuss the strength and versatility of City's squad, mentioning the absence of Grealish due to injury and the seamless transition to other players. The episode also touches on the future of Manchester City post-Pep Guardiola, with differing opinions on whether they will be as dominant without him. The performances of Jesús, Rodrigo, and the debate on the best number nine round out the episode.
Discussion on Best Number Nine
The podcast hosts engage in a debate on who the best number nine in recent years is, with a focus on Harry Kane, Robert Lewandowski, Karim Benzema, and Luis Suarez. Each player's individual strengths are discussed, including Lewandowski's prolific goalscoring, Kane's all-round capabilities, Suarez's impact at various clubs, and Benzema's consistency at Real Madrid. The hosts express their personal preferences and admiration for each player's abilities.
Who is the greatest striker of recent years? As Robert Lewandowski reaches the milestone of 100 goals in European football Gary, Alan and Micah debate the best number nines in the game.
After a busy week of European competition the boys look back on all the key action as well as discussing the competition between English goalkeepers to be Gareth Southgate’s number one at next summer’s European Championship.
Plus they imagine life at Manchester City when Pep Guardiola eventually decides to move on.