
Seb Stafford-Bloor
Football analyst offering commentary and insights on Liverpool's performance and recent win.
Top 10 podcasts with Seb Stafford-Bloor
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Jun 23, 2024 • 50min
Belgium bounce back as Portugal cruise into the knockouts
A football analyst, soccer enthusiast, sports journalist, and football tactics expert discuss Belgium's win over Romania and Portugal's victory against Turkey. They also analyze Georgia's draw with the Czech Republic. The podcast previews upcoming matches and explores the potential outcomes for Scotland and Switzerland in the tournament.

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May 6, 2024 • 1h 8min
Will it be a Real Madrid-PSG Champions League final?
Euro hot seat panelists discuss Real Madrid's Champions League aspirations, PSG vs. Dortmund showdown, Leverkusen's unbeaten streak, Will Still's potential move, Girona's Champions League bid, and Stefano Pioli's pizza rumor. Plus, Milan's manager search and Europa League preview.

Aug 15, 2024 • 1h 18min
La Liga, Ligue 1, Serie A and the Bundesliga season previews
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.

Aug 27, 2024 • 1h 8min
Kompany’s Bayern get off to winning ways as Endrick bags historic Bernabéu goal
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.

Jun 30, 2024 • 56min
Holders Italy crash out as Germany storm past Denmark
Jimbo's joined by Adrian Clarke and Sasha Goryunov to look back on an eventful first evening of round of 16 ties at Euro 2024.We begin in Dortmund, where there was lightning, thunder and torrential rain - but it didn't stop Germany from getting the job done in a 2-0 victory over Denmark which wasn't without VAR drama. Seb Stafford-Bloor checks in from a wet and wild Westfalenstadion.Then to Berlin - where holders Italy crashed out of the tournament following a pretty dismal showing against Switzerland in a 2-0 defeat. Michael Cox and James Horncastle are on hand to bring reaction - and ponder what next for the Azzurri and their manager Luciano Spalletti.Finally, it's all eyes on the next two round of 16 ties coming our way on Sunday - with Spain taking on Georgia after England face Slovakia in Gelsenkirchen. Kristian Flak drops in to bring us a flavour of the mood from Bratislava ahead of the game.Produced by Lucy Oliva.Theme music by JJ Bull.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Germany 2-0 Denmark with Seb Stafford-Bloor (2.55)• PART 2: Switzerland 2-0 Italy with Michael Cox & James Horncastle (14.15)• PART 3a: England v Slovakia preview with Kristian Flak (31.20)• PART 3b: Spain v Georgia preview (41.15)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 24, 2024 • 1h 8min
Milan finally beat Inter while Barca win again but lose ter Stegen
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.

Mar 4, 2024 • 1h 5min
City dominate United in the derby while Liverpool leave it very late at Forest
Man City's comeback win over Man Utd, Phil Foden's potential, Liverpool's late victory at Forest, Timo Werner's performance, players possibly missing Euros, most improved player in Premier League discussed in entertaining football podcast

Oct 5, 2024 • 12min
At The Match: Liverpool stay top but suffer injury blow
Seb Stafford-Bloor, a football analyst known for his insightful commentary, joins Arne Slot, the manager of Liverpool FC. They discuss Liverpool's tight 1-0 win against Crystal Palace, driven by Diogo Jota's early goal. The conversation turns serious as they address the injury of key goalkeeper Alisson Becker and the team's depth, with Kelleher stepping up. They explore the tactical mastery displayed during the match, emphasizing Liverpool's resilience and control, which keeps them at the top of the Premier League.

Aug 28, 2024 • 38min
Are big-spending Brighton onto something special?
Liam Tharme, a tactics writer, and Seb Stafford-Bloor, a German football expert, dive into Brighton's transformative journey this season. They discuss the club's impressive £200 million spend, focusing on strategic investments in young talents like Matt O'Reilly. The conversation highlights Brighton's tactical evolution under their new manager, exploring how adaptability and a high defensive line may propel their success against top teams. With a fresh coaching style, the podcast examines the potential of a young manager navigating the Premier League's challenges.

Aug 26, 2024 • 40min
Will Kompany restore Bayern's dominance?
Vincent Kompany, a renowned Belgian football manager, joins football writer Seb Stafford-Bloor and journalist Andy Jones to discuss his new role at Bayern Munich. They dive into the challenges Kompany faces in restoring the team's dominance after a shaky start and a recent defeat. The trio explores the balance between his new ideas and existing defensive issues. They also highlight the importance of clear communication within the squad and examine the impact of recent player acquisitions on strengthening the midfield for better performance.