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- 3 days ago55 min
Kane wins the Ballon d’Or! And Real win El Clasico!
It’s a Ballon d’Or special edition of the Totally European Show, with Seb Stafford-Bloor, Tom Williams and Pol Ballus all joining James Richardson live to discuss King Harry taking football's biggest individual crown. On the pitch, Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid become the first team to beat Barcelona in La Liga this season, with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice in a 2-1 win. That leaves Atletico Madrid just two points off the leaders. In Germany, Bayern win 3-1 at Freiburg without Vincent Kompany on the touchline as he recovers in hospital after collapsing during training. Niclas Fullkrug can’t stop scoring for Werder Bremen, while in Italy there are still four teams unbeaten after eight games for the first time ever. And in Ligue 1, protests in Paris affect PSG’s top of the table clash with Lyon.Producer: Xavi Bird Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 4 days ago52 min
Could it be curtains for Carrick as Man United get battered by Bournemouth?
Old Trafford chants his name but it could be farewell to Michael Carrick at Man United?Jimbo, Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Matt Davies-Adams are in the studio to review all the action from Matchday 8.The Cherries run out 3-0 winners as United’s winless run extends to 8 matches. All that with Bruno Fernandes an unused sub.Brighton hit the skids after an Araujo-powered Liverpool reign supreme at Anfield.Spurs win at Stamford Bridge on Saturday - a once in a generation event - as Cole Palmer also sees red. Was this the day things finally clicked for De Zerbi at Tottenham?And Arsenal go level at the top as Man City suffer their first defeat of the season. It’s at Aston Villa who are in red-hot form. As is Nicolas Jackson.Producers: Charlie Jones and Jake LiascosRUNNING ORDER:00:00 Who won the weekend?03:24 Results04:42 Man United 0-3 Bournemouth17:04 Liverpool 2-0 Brighton22:08 Crystal Palace 0-2 Newcastle25:09 Hull 1-1 Brentford and Sunderland 0-0 Leeds29:18 Aston Villa 2-1 Man City34:06 Arsenal 2-0 Everton40:15 Chelsea 0-2 Tottenham47:42 Coventry 0-1 Fulham49:06 Ipswich 1-1 Nottingham Forest Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago57 min
Man United crushed in Como. And is Kane England’s best ever?
Another enthralling night of Champions League action and a big Premier League weekend to come.Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Benji Lanyado into the studio break it all down.The nadir of Michael Carrick’s reign at Manchester United comes in Como. A chastening 4-1 defeat with skipper Bruno Fernandes seeming to question the coach’s tactics. Is there any way back for Carrick at Old Trafford?Two of the favourites battle it out as Bayern and Arsenal contest a 2-2 draw. On a night where Ballon d’Or favourite Harry Kane showed he could do absolutely everything.Villa make it 3 wins out of 3 in the Champions League. Next up for them, leaders Man City at Villa Park this Saturday, a fixture that the hosts usually win…Tottenham are forced to confront their terrible record at Stamford Bridge and it’s the same story for Everton at Arsenal.Plus what happened to home advantage and what will become of the nepo babies at Premier League clubs?Producers: Charlie Jones and Jake Liascos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago43 min
PSG put four past Barca as Rio inspires Liverpool comeback
Désiré Doué and Lucas Hernández shine as PSG beat Barca 4-2, thanks to a 14 minute flurry of goals in the Parc des Princes.Jimbo is joined by Juliens Laurens, Duncan Alexander and Colin Millar to discuss Tuesday night's Champions League action.Liverpool overturned a 2-0 deficit to beat Villarreal 4-3 at Anfield, thanks to two Mac Allister goals and two assists from player of the match, Rio Ngumoha.City appeared unfazed by their off field predicament or the lack of Erling Haaland, as they breezed past AEK Athens 5-1 in Manchester.Plus a better night for the Italian sides, the rest of Tuesday night's action and Spurs finally get a league win.Produced by Jesse Howard, Jake Liascos & Charlie Jones.•Part 1a - Tuesday’s night’s Champions League buffet (00.40)•Part 1b - The results (03.00)•Part 2a - PSG 4-2 Barca (04.35)•Part 2b - Liverpool 4-3 Villarreal (14.47)•Part 2c - Man City 5-1 AEK Athens (21.15)•Part 3a - Ten Hag’s interview and Cristano’s fine (26.40)•Part 3b - Napoli 4-3 Bodo (28.20)•Part 3b - Sabah FK 1-2 Dortmund (31.40)•Part 3c - The rest of Tuesday night’s action (35.15)•Part 4a - Spurs 3-1 Coventry (38.15) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago1h 4m
Bayern v Arsenal & PSG v Barca headline Champions League week
It’s another Euro Show and there are more blockbuster Champions League fixtures to look ahead to.Jimbo is joined by James Horncastle, Tom Williams, Pol Ballus and Seb Stafford-Bloor as Barcelona travel to PSG and Bayern host Arsenal in Matchweek 3. Are they the four best teams in the competition?Barcelona have won 11 games in a row in all competition, with Lamine Yamal scoring another outrageous strike against Real Betis. There’s no Vinicius Jr for Real Madrid, but they still beat Sevilla 4-1. Why have Los Blancos released a statement attacking La Liga President Javier Tebas though?Bayern are back on top in Germany after a thumping 6-1 win over RB Leipzig. Harry Kane loves scoring against Arsenal, but he’ll have to do so without the help of suspended Michael Olise this time.In France, there’s a five way split at the summit after Monaco lose at Lorient. Are PSG starting to look inevitable?And in Italy, Lazio have made their best start to a Serie A season ever. Is it time to take Gennaro Gattuso’s side seriously and what does that 3-0 defeat of Juventus mean for Luciano Spalletti?Producer: Xavi BirdTIME CODES:4:00 - Moments of the week12:30 - Champions League Fixtures13:30 - PSG v Barcelona21:00 - Napoli v Bodo/Glimt24:30 - Bayern v Arsenal27:30 - Como v Man Utd31:30 - La Liga44:30 - Bundesliga49:00 - Ligue 151:30 - Serie AGet in touch with the show:Email: totally@theathletic.comX: @thetotallyshowInstagram: @totallyfootballshowTikTok: @thetotallyshowBlueSky: @totallyshow.bsky.socialThe Totally Football Show is with you four times a week this season, giving you all the football news you need to know - and plenty that you don't. We've got views, stats and analysis from the very best football writers around. It's smart, it's funny, and it's totally free – so listen to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago57 min
Arsenal strike late at Forest…and are Brighton in the title race?
Jimbo has Daniel Storey, JJ Bull and Tim Spiers for company after Matchday 7 of the Premier League.Champions Arsenal were made to wait at the City Ground but Noni Madueke’s late strike took the 3 points home for the Gunners as Forest continue to struggle in front of goal.Man United were ahead at Elland Road but get pegged back. It’s now just 2 wins from 10 matches in all competitions for Michael Carrick’s side.Brighton make it six wins in a row as they blow Crystal Palace away. Diego Gomez scores from the halfway line. Do the Seagulls have what it takes to go all the way?!Man City make it 7 wins out of 7 under Enzo Maresca as we continue to ponder what that’s worth.There are big wins for Chelsea, Liverpool and Villa on the road.Plus Fulham and Bournemouth get their first league wins under their new managers. Producers: Xavi Bird, Charlie Jones and Jake LiascosRUNNING ORDER:03:00 The results04:55 Nottingham Forest 0-1 Arsenal10:37 Brighton 5-0 Crystal Palace22:32 Leeds 1-1 Man United25:26 Bournemouth 2-0 Sunderland29:40 Leicester, Lamine and Goldie Lookin' Chain34:38 Man City 3-2 Ipswich39:27 Everton 0-2 Chelsea45:28 Brentford 1-2 Liverpool49:50 Newcastle 0-1 Aston Villa55:02 Fulham 1-0 Hull Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago43 min
PSG outclass Man City ahead of big Premier League weekend
After a record-breaking night in the Champions League, Jimbo, Duncan Alexander, Jack Lang and Julien Laurens pore through all the goals and drama.The champions of Europe looked exactly that in the first half of the Etihad, racing into a 3-0 lead. Can anyone stop Luis Enrique’s side? And did Enzo Maresca get it wrong with his team selection?There are six goal hauls for Liverpool at LASK, where Bradley Barcola bags a hat-trick. And for Villa against Fenerbahce. Luis Miguel Echegaray drops in to discuss their biggest ever win under Emery.And Jose Mourinho returns to Rome with Real Madrid and takes all three points, despite being 3-1 down after 84 minutes.The Premier League brings intrigue this weekend with a must-win for Fulham, an unhappy hunting ground for Arsenal and a crunch clash between Leeds and Man United. How will the off-field storm surrounding the club affect Michael Carrick and his players? Producers: Charlie Jones and Jake LiascosRUNNING ORDER:00:00 The most goal-filled Champions League week ever05:58 Man City 2-4 PSG11:00 Aston Villa 6-0 Fenerbahce with Luis Miguel Echegaray16:42 LASK 3-6 Liverpool19:58 Roma 3-4 Real Madrid24:27 Elsewhere in the Champions League28:44 The Premier League weekend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago45 min
Martinez unleashes on Man United board as Barca make it 10/10
Lisandro Martinez didn't hold back in his post match interview after Man Utd's 2-0 loss to Atletico Madrid, attacking the club's board and director of football.Jimbo is joined by Julien Laurens, Liam Twomey & Art De Roche to break down Tuesday night's Champions League action.Arsenal left it late for the second time in a number of days, scoring three in six second half minutes to beat Lille 3-0. Viking provided the shock of the night, drawing 3-3 against Bayern, whilst Barca's attack was breathtaking in their 4-1 win over Galatasary.Plus a bad night for the Italian sides, the rest of Tuesday night's action and a look back at Coventry's win over Newcastle on Monday.Produced by Jesse Howard, Charlie Jones and Jake Liascos.•Part 1a - Tuesday night’s highlights (00.40)•Part 1b - The results (02.45)•Part 1c - Atletico Madrid 2-0 Man Utd (04.15)•Part 1d - Arsenal 3-0 Lille (13.07)•Part 2a - Viking 3-3 Bayern (19.52)•Part 2b - Galatasaray 1-4 Barca (25.00)•Part 2c - Inter 3-4 Brugge (28.40)•Part 2d - Villareal 3-1 Napoli (31.30)•Part 2e - The rest of Tuesday night’s action (33.55)•Part 3a - Coventry 4-1 Newcastle (37.55)•Part 3b - Which PL manager is most in danger? (41.30) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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