Barry Glendenning

Barry Glendenning, John Brewin, Dan Bardell, and Barney Ronay discuss England's dramatic Euro 2024 journey. They analyze unforgettable football moments, critique England's recent match performance, and speculate on player inclusion dynamics. The banter includes humorous metaphors and lightning strike anecdotes, creating a lively and entertaining episode.

Barry Glendenning, a football finance expert, Kieran Maguire, a renowned financial analyst, and Philippe Auclair, a prominent football journalist, dive into the murky waters of financial dynamics in football. They discuss the impact of job cuts at Manchester United, rising ticket prices, and the ethics of academy sales. The ongoing Super League saga is critiqued, along with the struggles of clubs like Bordeaux. The trio also humorously touches on the potential movie 'Saipan' and its casting, reflecting on the serious and absurd in football's financial landscape.

Barry Glendenning, a long-time Guardian football writer, provides match analysis alongside football journalist Nicky Bandini, who brings tactical insights. Jonathan Wilson reports live from Bodø, highlighting how Spurs snatched a point despite being dominated. The trio dissects Liverpool's concerning back-to-back defeats and the impact of tactical issues and injuries. They also delve into the spectacle of José Mourinho's return to Stamford Bridge, while discussing exciting European matches that unfolded recently.

Guests Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Archie Rhind-Tutt, and Sid Lowe discuss Dortmund's surprising journey to the Champions League Final under Edin Tezij, analyzing the team's defensive performances and mindset. They also touch on the intense relegation playoff match between Fortuna Dusseldorf and Borkham, Real Madrid's media day before the final, and Juventus's leadership shake-up. The episode covers managerial changes, promotion battles, and speculations on Gasperini's reputation in Italian coaching.

Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Fadugba, and Lars Sivertsen scrutinize Dortmund's win over PSG in the Champions League semi-final, highlighting Mbappe's struggles, Sancho's reaction, and Crystal Palace's triumph over Manchester United. They delve into player career paths, managerial changes at West Ham, and football promotions, sprinkled with movie reviews.

Football analyst Barry Glendenning joins the podcast to discuss England's win over Switzerland, highlighting Southgate's decisions, Saka's goal, player resilience, and emotional reactions. The chapter covers team unity, standout performances, and player critiques, along with goalkeeper saves, Dutch team performance, and tournament predictions.

Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair, Archie Rhind-Tutt, and Jonathan Fadugba discuss Spain's thrilling victory over Germany, France's win against Portugal, Ronaldo's performance, England's tactics, and insights on player performances and key moments in recent football matches. The episode also includes debates, bar reviews, and discussions on political issues related to football clubs.

Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson, Troy Townsend, and John Brewin discuss England's heartbreak in losing the Euro 2024 final to Spain. They analyze player performances, team strategies, and reflect on England's football disappointments. The chapter also explores Spain's triumph, youth development in both countries, and listener's emotional email sharing the impact of the podcast.

Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair, Ali Maxwell, and Jonathan Wilson discuss France vs Netherlands, Austria's impressive win over Poland, Ukraine's resilience, and Slovakia's match. They delve into controversial goal decisions, team performances, exciting match analyses, and possible tournament scenarios. The episode also previews upcoming games and evaluates team performances in the Euro 2020 tournament.

Barry Glendenning, a seasoned football commentator, Jonathan Fadugba, a football analysis expert, and passionate enthusiast Dan Bardell dive into Chelsea's ongoing chaos, examining their management struggles and youth academy decisions. They also dissect Arsenal's upcoming clash with Aston Villa, analyzing team dynamics and key player performances. The trio mixes humor with serious insights, touching on player transfers and the unpredictable nature of the current season, all while reflecting on football awards and personal anecdotes.