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The Totally Football Show with James Richardson

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Mar 10, 2025 • 1h 3min

Man United frustrate Arsenal again while Forest formula foils Man City

Jimbo is joined in the studio by Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Adrian Clarke as the race for Champions League football hots up.Arsenal can only draw at Old Trafford, allowing Liverpool’s lead to extend to 15 points. With goals still proving an issue outside of Eindhoven, could their place in the top 5 be under threat?The same question has to be asked of Man City who lose to Nottingham Forest at the City Ground. How did Pep get Nuno’d again?Maybe the game of the weekend is at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as an impressive Bournemouth somehow only draw after taking a 2-0 lead. Would Andoni Iraola ever consider taking the Spurs job?Plus where it’s going wrong for Cole Palmer and why it’s going right for Crystal Palace.Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Man United 1-1 Arsenal (04.30)• PART 1b: Chelsea 1-0 Leicester (12.00) • PART 1c: Spurs 2-2 Bournemouth (15.00) • PART 2a: Nottingham Forest 1-0 Man City (23.00)• PART 2b: Brighton 2-1 Fulham (32.00)• PART 2c: Liverpool 3-1 Southampton (35.00)• PART 3a: Crystal Palace 1-0 Ipswich (42.00)• PART 3b: Wolves 1-1 Everton (47.00)• PART 3c: Brentford 0-1 Aston Villa (52.00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 6, 2025 • 1h 8min

Liverpool pick PSG’s pockets, as Arsenal hit seven ahead of Old Trafford trip

Jimbo is in the studio with Duncan Alexander, Natalie Gedra and Charlie Eccleshare after a mind-blowing Champions League midweek.PSG dominate Liverpool and have all the shots but lose 1-0 thanks to an inspired performance from Alisson. Julien Laurens ponders whether this young team can go to Anfield and outplay the Reds again.Art De Roche was in Eindhoven to see Arsenal secure a scarcely believable 7-1 win over PSV. Where did that come from and could we see it again at Old Trafford on Sunday?Elsewhere, there are sensational goals at the Bernabeu as Real hold a narrow advantage over Atletico, while it’s a nightmare night for Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen against Kane and Kompany’s Bayern.The Premier League weekend sees Forest host Man City in a big game for the top 4/5 race. Will Nuno be as happy as he was on Monday night?Plus Raphinha, reverse scorpions and which managers could still play for their clubs?Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: PSG 0-1 Liverpool with Julien Laurens (04.30)• PART 2: PSV 1-7 Arsenal with Art De Roche (19.30) • PART 3: The rest of the Champions League midweek (31.00) • PART 4a: Forest v Man City preview (46.00)• PART 4b: The rest of the Premier League weekend (53.00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 4, 2025 • 1h 14min

PSG well prepared for Liverpool but Real lose again ahead of Madrid derby

Joining Jimbo are Julien Laurens, Michael Cox, Pol Ballus and Seb Stafford-Bloor ahead of a mouthwatering midweek in the Champions League.PSG versus Liverpool might be the tie of the round as two of the continent’s in-form teams clash. Are Luis Enrique’s side finally ready to banish the ghosts of previous knock-out defeats?Real and Atletico meet in a Champions League Madrid derby, with Real slipping to 3rd in the Liga title race after defeat at Betis.Bayern and Leverkusen also clash. Despite the 8 point lead held by the Bavarians in the Bundesliga, is Xabi Alonso favourite to get the better of Vincent Kompany?It’s a big week for PSV and Robin van Persie’s Feyenoord. Michiel Jongsma has more.Plus what Napoli’s draw with Inter said about Serie A and Paulo Fonseca’s extraordinary red card for Lyon.Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moment of the weekend (05.30)• PART 2: PSG v Liverpool and Fonseca freaks out (12.30) • PART 3: Real Madrid v Atletico and the title race (30.00) • PART 4a: Feyenoord & PSV’s hopes with Michiel Jongsma (42.00)• PART 4b: All square between Napoli & Inter (50.00)• PART 5: Bayern v Leverkusen and Dortmund on the up (58.00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 2, 2025 • 1h 1min

Fulham and Brighton knock Man United and Newcastle out of the FA Cup

Daniel Storey, a football journalist and analyst, joins Duncan Alexander, a football writer and broadcaster, and Matt Davies-Adams, a veteran sports podcaster. They dive into the shocking FA Cup drama as Fulham sends Manchester United packing in a nail-biting penalty shootout. Brighton's stunning victory over Newcastle highlights tactical brilliance and key injuries, revealing the challenges ahead for the Magpies. They also discuss VAR controversies, exciting player performances, and the latest updates on footballing laws, adding depth to this weekend's gripping matches.
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Feb 27, 2025 • 1h 1min

Liverpool’s huge lead, Man United’s controversial cuts & FA Cup 5th round weekend

Duncan Alexander, a football analyst, joins Benji Lanyado, CEO of Pickfair, and journalist Matt Davies-Adams to dissect the latest in football. They marvel at Liverpool's commanding 13-point lead and the record-breaking potential of Mo Salah. Crystal Palace's emphatic 4-1 victory gets attention, especially Adam Wharton's standout play. Meanwhile, Manchester United's off-field chaos and staff cuts create buzz. The trio speculates on a possible new name on the FA Cup trophy, mixing humor with insightful analysis of the football landscape.
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Feb 25, 2025 • 1h 16min

Cesc’s Como shock Conte’s Napoli, while intriguing last 16 ties await

Filippo Benincampi, a Serie A journalist for Sky Italia, joins the conversation to analyze Cesc's Como stunning victory over Conte's Napoli, altering the title race dynamics. The Champions League draw presents thrilling match-ups, such as Real Madrid against Atletico. Amidst controversies and officiating issues in various leagues, discussions include recent results in La Liga and Ligue 1, where PSG extends their lead. Filippo's insights on Italian football trends add depth, making for an engaging dialogue about the beautiful game's current landscape.
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Feb 23, 2025 • 1h 6min

Liverpool go 11 points clear after City win - is the relegation battle over too?

Joining the discussion are Daniel Storey, a football writer known for his insightful analysis, JJ Bull, a musician and commentator, and Adrian Clarke, an expert on Premier League tactics. They delve into Liverpool's commanding 2-0 victory over Man City, examining key tactical changes and player performances. The trio also highlights West Ham's surprising upset over Arsenal and the grim outlook for teams in the relegation zone, questioning Chelsea and Nottingham Forest’s next moves as the race for European spots heats up.
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Feb 20, 2025 • 1h 6min

Man City humbled by Mbappé’s Real Madrid - next up leaders Liverpool

Charlie Eccleshare, a football journalist, Tom Williams, a seasoned writer, and Liam Tharme, a football analyst, dive deep into the recent Champions League chaos. They dissect Real Madrid's dominant victory over Manchester City, spotlighting Kylian Mbappé's brilliance. The trio also examines Liverpool's mixed form leading up to their clash with City and reflects on the troubling fate of Serie A clubs in Europe. Their banter reveals tactical insights and emotional highs and lows that define the beautiful game.
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Feb 18, 2025 • 1h 7min

Real Madrid and Man City go again, as Kompany’s Bayern edge closer to the title

Jimbo chats with Julien Laurens, a French football expert, Seb Stafford-Bloor, a Bundesliga commentator, Pol Ballús, a La Liga analyst, and Michael Cox, a tactical genius. They tackle the fallout from Jude Bellingham's controversial red card and its implications for La Liga. The panel dives into the thrilling battle between Real Madrid and Manchester City in the Champions League knockout stages. Bayern's struggles against Leverkusen and Juventus’ Derby d'Italia win are also scrutinized, along with Monaco's resurgence in Ligue 1.
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Feb 17, 2025 • 1h 9min

Marmoush, Merino, Man United, Marco Silva and the misery at West Ham

Tim Spiers, a seasoned football journalist, joins Colin Millar, a keen analyst, and Adrian Clarke, a former player turned expert. They dive into Liverpool's nerve-wracking match against Wolves amidst their title chase. Manchester City dazzles with a 4-0 win over Newcastle, while Arsenal benefits from Mikel Merino's resurgence. The trio discusses Manchester United's struggles and delves into West Ham's bleak prospects, highlighting the emotional rollercoaster and tactical nuances that define this gripping Premier League season.

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