Rory Smith, a seasoned football journalist, joins humorist Duncan Alexander, in-depth analyst Tom Williams, and Pep Guardiola expert Pol Ballus. They dissect Liverpool's impressive 2-0 win over Real Madrid, celebrating Mo Salah's brilliance. The conversation shifts to a struggling Man City, unraveling the psychological toll on Guardiola amidst injuries. The trio also dive into Arsenal's momentum and transformative moments from recent Premier League matches, along with quirky tales of managerial changes, making for a lively and insightful football discussion.

Pol Ballus, a La Liga expert, analyzes Real Madrid's prospects post-Kylian Mbappe's Super Cup debut and the financial struggles of other Spanish teams. Seb Stafford-Bloor reports on the Bundesliga, discussing Bayern Munich's overhaul under Vincent Kompany and Bayer Leverkusen's surprising success last season. The conversation also touches on Serie A dynamics, with an eye on Antonio Conte's Napoli and Thiago Motta's Juventus. Additionally, the challenges and ambitions facing Roberto De Zerbi's Marseille in Ligue 1 spark intrigue about the upcoming season.

Football experts Daniel Storey, Pol Ballus, Dom Fifield, Jay Harris, and Liam Tharme preview the England v Spain Euro 2024 final. Topics include England's relaxed confidence, overcoming La Roja tactically, Spanish fears of Gareth Southgate’s side, and a potential happy birthday for Lamine Yamal.

Sven-Göran Eriksson, a legendary figure in European football, is remembered fondly alongside insights from guests like James Horncastle, a keen football journalist, Julien Laurens, a French football expert, Seb Stafford-Bloor, an international football writer, and Pol Ballus, a Spanish football journalist. They dive into PSG's dominant Ligue 1 start and Napoli's impressive recovery after a rough opener. Also discussed are Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund's winning debuts in the Bundesliga, while Endrick's historic goal shines in La Liga.

Guests Julien Laurens, a seasoned football journalist, Seb Stafford-Bloor, an astute writer, and Pol Ballus, an expert on European football, delve into a thrilling weekend. Milan's derby victory raises questions about Paulo Fonseca's future amid Roma ultras' outrage over Daniele De Rossi’s sacking. Dortmund faces humiliation from Stuttgart, while Bayern thrives thanks to Olise. Barcelona, riding high with six wins, suffers a setback with ter Stegen's injury. Meanwhile, Marseille pulls off a remarkable win against Lyon, adding to the weekend's drama.

In this episode, Manchester City correspondent Sam Lee and Barcelona writer Pol Ballus unpack Pep Guardiola's surprising contract extension. They dive into the strategic complexities of managing a team facing adversity. The duo discusses how Guardiola plans to navigate pressures, including recent losses. They also explore the influences behind his decision to stay, from team dynamics to stability in the competitive Premier League. With insights into player management and strategic adaptations, it's a deep dive into the mind of one of football's greatest tacticians.

Joining the discussion are Duncan Alexander, a Premier League expert, Charlie Eccleshare, a tactics analyst, Colin Millar, a commentary insight guru, and Pol Ballus, who reported on Barcelona's stunning win. They dive into Barcelona's 4-1 triumph over Bayern Munich, Real Madrid's epic comeback against Dortmund, and Liverpool's record-breaking start under Arne Slot. The conversation also touches on injury worries for Arsenal ahead of their clash with Liverpool and reflects on nostalgic football rivalries, including the infamous 'Battle of the Buffet'.

In this discussion, Dermot Corrigan, a La Liga writer for The Athletic, and Pol Ballus, a Barcelona writer, dive into Barcelona's impressive start under coach Hansi Flick. They analyze the team's dominant performance against Sevilla and their financial challenges, revealing how a reported €12 million profit is actually a €91 million loss. They also explore the tension between Barcelona's resurgence and the looming threats from Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, shedding light on the evolving dynamics within the team and the pivotal role of emerging talents.

Sports journalists Pol Ballus and Dermot Corrigan discuss the rise of 16-year-old football sensation Lamine Yamal, his potential at Barcelona, comparisons to Messi, and predictions for the Euros final.

Pol Ballus and Dermot Corrigan discuss Spain's shift from tiki-taka style to direct wing play in Euro 2024, led by Nico Williams. They explore the impact of this tactical change, the evolution under coach Delafuente, and the financial challenges of pursuing players like Williams with high release clauses.