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George Elek

Regular panelist on the Guardian Football Weekly podcast.

Top 5 podcasts with George Elek

Ranked by the Snipd community
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Jun 24, 2024 • 41min

Heartbreak for Croatia as Italy leave it late to progress - Football Daily

Barry Glendenning, George Elek, and Nicky Bandini discuss Italy's dramatic late equalizer in Euro 2024. They analyze Croatia vs. Italy, handball rules in football, Luca Modric's milestone, and talent in the Italian national team. The hosts also talk about team performances, strategic decisions, and Hungary's odd training situation.
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Apr 24, 2024 • 58min

Arsenal thrash Chelsea and a Football League update – Football Weekly

Barry, Ben, Sanny, and George dissect Arsenal's dominant win over Chelsea, fan optimism for a league title, and Chelsea's midfield woes. They also explore referees' impacts, football drama, tactical analyses, and managerial successes in the Football League.
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Aug 7, 2024 • 57min

Does the Premier League beckon for Leeds? The EFL preview – Football Weekly Extra

Barry Glendenning, a knowledgeable football commentator, joins George Elek, an expert in statistics, and Ali Maxwell, a passionate EFL analyst. They delve into Leeds United's quest for Championship promotion and the challenges teams face transitioning from the Premier League. The discussion also covers Sunderland's emerging talents, Watford's recruitment woes, and the unpredictable nature of League One. Humor surfaces with tales of VAR officials' mischief, adding a lighthearted twist to the serious business of football.
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May 21, 2024 • 56min

Will Leeds or Southampton come out on top in playoff final? Football Weekly

Barry Glendenning, George Elek, and Ali Maxwell discuss Leeds and Southampton in the Championship playoff final. They analyze teams' strengths, tactical approaches, and standout players. The panel also touches on promotion challenges, managerial changes, and the impact of new Sky EFL deal on match schedules. The podcast delves into Crawley's success, young talent in the EFL, and challenges faced by released lower league players in the transfer market.
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Mar 19, 2024 • 59min

Nottingham Forest’s points deduction and an EFL round-up – Football Weekly

Podcast discusses Nottingham Forest's 4-point penalty for breaching financial rules, debates fairness of penalties, and explores need for independent regulator. Covers Championship standings, tactical analysis, and intense competition. Explores ethical dilemmas in failed club deal and managerial changes in League Two clubs. Examines EFL round-up, Trammy's improvement, and relegation battles in lower leagues.