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The Totally Football Show with James Richardson

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Sep 3, 2024 • 1h 14min

Leverkusen's 35-game unbeaten run ended while Barca’s perfect start continues

Julien Laurens, a football journalist known for his European insights, joins Seb Stafford Bloor, a keen football analyst, along with Italian expert James Horncastle and football journalist Pol Ballús. They dive into Bayer Leverkusen's shocking end to their 35-game unbeaten run against RB Leipzig. Barcelona shines with a perfect season start, featuring highlights from Kylian Mbappé's brace and Bayern's historic wins. The conversation also touches on Victor Osimhen's move to Galatasaray and the ongoing coaching controversies in Serie A.
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Sep 1, 2024 • 1h 11min

Liverpool outclass Man United, another Haaland hat-trick and that Bournemouth comeback

Duncan Alexander, a sports analyst, joins football writer Daniel Storey, journalist Mark Carey, commentator Ben Phillips, and ex-player Sol Bamba for lively football banter. They delve into Liverpool's crushing victory over Manchester United, spotlighting Salah's brilliance. The gang celebrates Haaland's back-to-back hat-tricks and discusses Bournemouth's miraculous comeback from 2-0 down, igniting fan excitement. Insights flow on tactical gaffes and the league's shifting dynamics, making for a thrilling recap of Premier League action!
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Aug 29, 2024 • 1h 9min

Liverpool head to Old Trafford, deadline day approaches and we salute Sven

Duncan Alexander, a keen football analyst, joins sports journalist Jay Harris and writer Benji Lanyado to dissect the latest thrillers in the Premier League. They delve into the fierce rivalry between Manchester United and Liverpool, pondering if Liverpool's new managerial sensibility will hold. The trio also pays homage to Sven-Göran Eriksson, reflecting on his impactful legacy. Plus, they discuss transfers and upcoming matches, including West Ham's clash with champions Man City, sparking excitement for the weekend's action!
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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.
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Aug 25, 2024 • 1h 15min

Clinical wins for Chelsea and Arsenal as Everton are hammered again

Tim Spiers, a sports journalist with sharp Premier League insights, joins football commentator Matt Davies-Adams, and seasoned writer Colin Millar, along with Chelsea analyst Liam Twomey. They dive into Chelsea's stunning 6-2 victory over Wolves, spotlighting Noni Madueke's hat-trick and tactical changes. The panel debates Arsenal's win at Villa, reflecting on team dynamics under Arteta and Emery. They also discuss Everton's dismal performance against Spurs and the controversial VAR incidents impacting match outcomes, making for a lively conversation.
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Aug 22, 2024 • 1h 5min

Will Villa do damage to Arsenal again? Plus Hürzeler’s Brighton and Chelsea’s transfers

In this engaging discussion, football experts Charlie Eccleshare, Natalie Gedra, and Liam Tharme join Fabian Hürzeler, Brighton's new head coach. They delve into the upcoming clash between Aston Villa and Arsenal, revisiting last season's surprises and tactical dynamics. Insights into Brighton's transformation under Hürzeler and their face-off against Manchester United are also explored. The conversation touches on player performance anxieties and the implications of Chelsea's transfer strategies, offering listeners a lively preview of the Premier League action.
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Aug 20, 2024 • 1h

Nightmare start for Conte at Napoli as Mallorca spoil Mbappé's La Liga debut

James Horncastle, a savvy European football journalist, and Julien Laurens, an expert in French football, share thrilling insights on the tumultuous start of Antonio Conte at Napoli, where they suffered a shocking 3-0 defeat to Verona. Kylian Mbappé's La Liga debut with PSG falls flat as they draw 1-1 against Mallorca, while Barcelona starts strong under new coaching. Plus, catch the excitement from the German Super Cup, where Xabi Alonso's Leverkusen snatched victory in dramatic fashion.
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Aug 18, 2024 • 1h 12min

Flying start for Man City, the Seagulls and Slot in the Premier League

Daniel Storey, a keen sports journalist, joins broadcaster Matt Davies-Adams and commentator Sasha Goryunov to discuss the Premier League's thrilling opening weekend. They analyze Chelsea's struggle against Manchester City, spotlighting Enzo Fernandez's captaincy choice and Raheem Sterling's exclusion. Brighton shines with a top-table win under new manager Fabian Hurzeler, while Brian Owen shares insights on the club's potential. The panel also debates Liverpool's promising start and the evolving goalkeeping landscape, offering a dynamic take on early season performances.
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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.
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Aug 13, 2024 • 1h 20min

Premier League season preview - can Man City be toppled?

Duncan Alexander, a stats guru, Tom Williams, an experienced football journalist, and Adrian Clarke, a Premier League pundit, dive into the thrilling prospects of the new season. They debate whether Arsenal can dethrone Manchester City or if Liverpool will rise under new management. The trio analyzes which managers are under pressure, discusses the fates of newly promoted clubs, and shares bold predictions, including a surprise Fulham finish. Plus, they touch on the impact of tactical shifts and the challenges facing iconic clubs like Manchester United and Chelsea.

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