Champions League Stories
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Total Soccer Show 195 - Champions League Final Preview
Peyton, Daryl and Josh preview the 2013 Champions League Final. Listen in to get yourself ready for Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund.
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5lfd: Sports Report - Arsenal finish 4th
Mark Pougatch rounds up all the action from the last day of the Premier League, as Arsenal beat Newcastle 1-0 to finish fourth and secure the final Champions League place. Arsene Wenger shares his thoughts on the match. Hear from Jamie Carragher as he plays his last game for Liverpool, Andre Villa-Boas as his side finish 5th and David Moyes after his final game in charge for Everton. Plus, there's reaction to the League One Playoff final.
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James on Roberto Mancini’s Man City departure
Gary James, author of 'Manchester: The City Years', joins Paul and Andy to share his thoughts on Roberto Mancini's Man City exit. The writer says he would have liked to see the Italian continue the job next season and that he looked forward to how the team responded in their Premier League and Champions League campaigns. James also questioned the timing of Mancini's exit, exactly a year on from last season's league title success and with two games left to play.
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Honigstein rubbishes Neymar to Bayern Munich reports
talkSPORT's German football expert, Raphael Honigstein, tells H and J that Santos star Neymar has not agreed to join Bayern Munich. According to former Santos vice-president Vicente Cascione, the Brazilian whizkid is to snub Barcelona to join Pep Guardiola at the Bundesliga giants. But Honigstein said: "No-one from Bayern is willing to say anything about it and I don't think they are being secretive about it, I just think they are as surprised by the news as everyone else."
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Cascarino: Chelsea can get another three years out of...
Tony Cascarino reflects on the penultimate weekend of Premier League action, as his former club Chelsea all but secured a top four finish and Champions League qualification by beating Aston Villa 2-1. Frank Lampard was again the hero for Chelsea, scoring two goals to overtake Bobby Tambling as the club's all-time leading goalscorer. read more
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WSWF: Conte, the long commute and trouble in the Congo
The Juventus coach Antonio Conte reflects on a second successive title-winning season and tells us he would like to coach abroad one day, perhaps in the Premier League. Following Sir Alex Ferguson’s departure, we hear from Willy Miller who was Aberdeen’s captain when they won the European Cup Winners’ Cup under Fergy 30 years ago this week. The hardest man in football? Mohammed Ali Khan of BK Hacken talks about playing on with a broken leg. Elvis Shishasa from the South Africa Football...
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Gibson on Barcelona's thrashing at the hands of Bayern...
The former footballer and La Liga expert looks at the Spanish side's humiliating 7-0 aggregate defeat to the German title winners in the Champions League semi-finals. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday from 1pm-4pm
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Fjortoft: Lewandowski has agreed Bayern Munich deal
The former Premier league star and Bundesliga pundit tells talkSPORT Manchester United will miss out on the Polish stiker. He reveals that the centre forward, who netted four goals in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final against Real Madrid, has promised to sign for the German champions. "Lewandowsi has confirmed to Bayern Munich that he will go there," Fjortoft told Keys and Gray. "I understand that he has two contracts, one that will start this summer and one that will start...
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Total Soccer Show 193 - Champions League Semis
We review Borussia Dortmund's triumph over Real Madrid and Bayern Munich's merciless demolition of Barcelona in the Champions League semifinals. We also welcome Elliott Turner, aurthor of "Real Madrid Barcelona - the Making of a Rivalry," onto the show to talk about Clasicos past, present and future, and to play some Champions League-themed Wikipedia Game.
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Torres: Mourinho is being described as a failure at Real...
Spanish football journalist Axel Torres looks ahead to Barcelona's Champions League clash with Bayern Munich on Wednesday night as the La Liga giants look to overturn a four-goal deficit in the second leg of their semi-final tie. read more
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Tony Woodcock on the rise of the Bundesliga
The ex-Arsenal and Cologne star looks back at emphatic victories for Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. And he talks about how Germany changed the way they develop their youth players over a decade ago and feels their results against Barcelona and Real Madird prove their alterations have worked brilliantly. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday from 1pm-4pm.
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Fjortoft: No chance Suarez will join Bayern Munich
talkSPORT's German football expert, Jan Aage Fjortoft, claims there's no chance Luis Suarez will join Bayern Munich this summer. The Liverpool striker has been strongly linked with a switch to the Bundesliga champions, and the whispers coming out of Germany have only increased, following the Uruguayan hitman's ten-match ban. But Fjortoft, who covers the league for Sky Germany, claims Pep Guardiola's new side are not looking at the 26-year-old. You can listen to Keys and Gray every weekday...
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Lowe: It could be the end of an era for Barcelona
Spain-based journalist Sid Lowe joins Hawksbee and Jacobs to assess what went wrong for Barcelona in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final with Bayern Munich. Barcelona were crushed 4-0 by the German giants at the Allianz Arena on Tuesday night and Lowe says the La Liga side may have finally been caught up by their European rivals. read more
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Auclair on Girard's possible future in the Premier League
talkSPORTs man in France, Philippe Auclair, claims Rene Girard would be a fit for a club like Fulham, but would struggle at a top six team. The Montpellier boss has expressed his desire to work in England, telling The Daily Telegraph, Managing in England appeals to me. Ive started to learn English. Ive talked to Arsne. Ive known Arsne since he was at Strasbourg. We played in the Champions League this season. They won [twice] but we made the games difficult for them. read more
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Peter Reid on Everton's top four hopes, Barkley and Moyes
The former Toffees midfielder looks back on their 0-0 draw with Arsenal as they look to qualify for the Champions League. He was impressed by Evertons performances against the Gunners and refuted claims from Arsene Wenger about their physical tactics. Reid also gives a special mention to Ross Barkley who starred at the Emirates and believes hes an outstanding prospect for the Goodison Park side. He also talks about Victor Anichebes recent form as he fights his way back into their first-team....
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Gibson: The four best teams are left in the Champions...
Sky Sports Spanish football expert Terry Gibson joins Hawksbee and Jacobs to discuss the battle for Champions League glory. La Liga rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid will be in Fridays draw along with Bundesliga sides Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich. It is fascinating that we have got the two best teams in Germany and the two best teams in Spain. I think the four best teams are left in the tournament now, said Gibson, the former Tottenham and Manchester United forward.
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Di Canio Believe It? (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
We open tonights pod with our usual dissection of the Champions League. Did Thiago Silva prove why Joey Barton will never be a credible pundit? Did Zlatan Ibrahimovic struggle mentally? Have Juventus got a chance against Bayern Munich? All will Continue reading Di Canio Believe It? (EPL Talk Preview Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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Minto previews PSG v Barcelona
Sky Sports Spanish football expert Scott Minto looks ahead to Tuesday nights Champions League quarter-final tie.
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Faye White visits Delaney and Jacobs
Former Arsenal and England captain Faye White looks back on her career in the game and ahead to the Womens Champions League final at Stamford Bridge on May 23. You can buy tickets for the game, priced at 10 for adults and 5 for children, here
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In oder aus? (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Out! Out! Out! Of the Champions League. Tragedy as Wenger claims that this is a wake-up call for English sides. In a podcast recorded before these comments were available the pod stab at the idea that going out of Europe is not a good thing for Arsenal or anyone in the EPL as overall league strength is actually questioned. Do you think that the EPL is a 'strong' league in comparison? What is strength in modern football? The podcast also look at the fixtures for the weekend and breakdown...
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Breen-Turner on Isco's Premier League future
talkSPORTs Spanish football expert, Paul Breen-Turner, claims Malaga youngster Isco, whos been tracked by Man City, Man United and Arsenal, would be a hit in the Premier League. The Spanish youngster has impressed in La Liga and the Champions League, earning a full cap for his country in the process. And Breen-Turner believes the 20-year-old would be welcome addition to any English side. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday afternoon from 1-4pm only on talkSPORT
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Honigstein: Bayern sense this could be their year in the...
German football journalist Raphael Honigstein looks at Bayern Munichs likely line-up to face Arsenal and discusses how they will approach the second leg of the last 16 Champions League clash on Wednesday night. read more
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Groves: Arsenal are only playing for pride
Former Arsenal forward Perry Groves believes the Gunners have no chance of turning around their Champions League last-16 tie against Bayern Munich, and that the team are only playing for pride. Arsene Wengers men will attempt to come back from a two-goal deficit as they travel to the Allianz Arena, a feat that no team has completed in the history of the competition. And Groves told Andy and Paul that Arsenals chances of becoming the first team to do so are slim: read more
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Bayern Munich v Arsenal: Didi Hamann previews the big...
Dietmar Hamann, the former Bayern Munich and Germany midfielder, looks ahead to the Bundesliga clubs clash with Arsenal in the Champions League on Wednesday night. read more
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Winter: Arsenal don't have the resilience to shock Bayern
Daily Telegraph journalist Henry Winter joins H J ahead of Arsenals Champions League last 16 second leg tie with Bayern Munich. Arsene Wengers side head to the Allianz Arena hoping to turn around a 3-1 deficit against the Bundesliga leaders. read more
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Evans: Top four not out of the question for Liverpool
Tony Evans, The Times football editor, says Liverpool are still in with a chance of finishing in the top four in the Premier League this season after their victory over Tottenham. The Reds moved up to sixth in the table, seven points off a Champions League qualification place, as a result of Sundays thrilling 3-2 defeat of third-placed Spurs at Anfield. read more
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Macari: Manchester United v Chelsea is a dangerous match
The former Red Devils star previews the FA Cup quarter-final clash at Old Trafford. Macari admits he has fears about the fixture, which comes immediately after their exit from the Champions League at the hands of Real Madrid.
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Jackson on Ferguson's fury at the press and Rooney's...
The reporter for the Guardian looks back at an eventful week for Manchester United He discusses Sir Alex Fergusons treatment of the press following their news stories about Wayne Rooneys future at Old Trafford. Jackson talks about the decision to drop Rooney for the Red Devils Champions League second leg match with Real Madrid. He reviews the defeat and how they will react against Chelsea in the FA Cup quarter-finals.
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Merson: If Spurs win this weekend, Arsenal are in major...
Former Arsenal star Paul Merson believes the club are fighting for fourth position with Tottenham, as he feels Chelsea and Manchester City will finish in the top three. And Merson says, should Spurs beat Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, then Arsenals bid to secure Champions League football for next season could be over. read more
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Ashton: Fergie was making a big statement by leaving...
Daily Mail writer Neil Ashton says the decision to leave Wayne Rooney on the bench for Manchester Uniteds Champions League last 16 second leg clash with Real Madrid on Tuesday night was a big statement by Sir Alex Ferguson. Ashton claims Rooney will have been hugely disappointed to have been snubbed for Uniteds biggest game of the season but says he must accept that Robin van Persie is now the clubs number one striker in Fergusons eyes.
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Real-ly (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Multiple competitions can be cruel at any one time, oh how a season can change. Yet, United fans still have two competitions to look on favourably as they saw their team crash out of the Champions League unceremoniously, through a series of uncomfortable and jarring moments. First a collision, then a card, immediately followed by incredulity. Which was warranted? It leaves us realising that being the best doesn't mean that you are the bestthat leaves the league wide open for a debate from...
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Vickery on Ronaldinho being dropped by Brazil and...
talkSPORTs South American football expert discusses all the latest news from the continent. Luiz Felipe Scolari has announced his squads for Brazils next fixtures against Italy and Russia and has dropped Ronaldinho, despite his recent resurgence, and brought in Kaka to replace him. He also looks at why Ronaldo was so angry with Sir Alex Ferguson ahead of Manchester Uniteds Champions League clash with Real Madrid.
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Graham Poll on why sending off Nani was the right choice
Former Premier League official Graham Poll has praised referee Cuneyt Cakir for his display on Tuesday night. Cakir has come in for fierce criticism for his decision to send off Nani during Manchester Uniteds Champions League clash with Real Madrid at Old Trafford. But Poll, speaking to Hawksbee and Jacobs, said: I thought he had a super game. Why is it in this country that we cant lose a football match and keep a bit of dignity?
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Spencer: There's a real chance Rooney could join PSG
Manchester Evening News sports editor, Peter Spencer, claims theres a real possibility Wayne Rooney could leave Manchester United this summer. The striker was left out of the Red Devils starting XI for the Champions League last-16 second leg clash with Real Madrid on Tuesday evening, fuelling speculation he could be on his way out of Old Trafford. And Spencer claims mega-rich Paris St Germain could be a destination for the former Everton hitman. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every...
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Holmes: Nani is always an accident waiting to happen
Manchester United fan, Eamonn Holmes, claims Luis Nani is always an accident waiting to happen and lays the blame for the Red Devils Champions League exit squarely at the door of the Portuguese winger. read more
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Henning Berg on Blackburn, Man United and Rooney's future
Henning Berg joined Keys and Gray in the studio on Wednesday for a lengthy chat about all things football. Berg spoke about his playing days at Manchester United and reflected on the clubs 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid in the Champions League last 16 second leg at Old Trafford on Tuesday night. read more
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Jenson: Modric turned his Real Madrid career around with...
Spanish football expert Pete Jenson tells Keys Gray how the media in Spain have reacted to Real Madrids 2-1 win over Manchester United on Tuesday night, which secured their place in the Champions League quarter-finals. read more
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5lfd: Man Utd exit the Champions League
Real Madrid knock Manchester United out of the Champions League as they beat Sir Alex Ferguson's team 2-1 on the night and 3-2 on aggregate. Mark Pougatch is joined by Everton Manager David Moyes, Alan Green and the Daily Telegraph's Henry Winter. Plus the thoughts of Manchester United assistant manager Mike Phelan.
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Macari: Jones injury not a big problem for Man United
Lou Macari insists Manchester United will not be weakened by the loss of Phil Jones for the Champions League last 16 decider against Real Madrid on Tuesday night and can knock out the Spanish giants. read more
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Andy Gray's tactical preview of Man United v Real Madrid
Former Scotland striker and top talkSPORT pundit, Andy Gray, looks ahead to tonights Champions League last-16 second leg clash between Manchester United and Real Madrid. The two European giants fought out a 1-1 draw, with goals coming from Danny Welbeck and Cristiano Ronaldo, in the Bernabeu two weeks ago and both go into tonights match at Old Trafford believing they can progress to the quarter-final stage. You can listen to Richard Keys and Andy Gray every weekday morning from 10am-1pm only...
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Lowe on Mourinho's future at Real Madrid
talkSPORTs man in Spain has told Hawksbee and Jacobs that Jose Mourinho could stay as Real Madrid manager after the end of the season - but only if he wins the Champions League. The Galacticos face Manchester United in their last-16 second leg clash on Tuesday night, following a 1-1 draw at the Bernabeu, on the back of two victories against arch-rivals Barcelona. Mourinho has been linked with a Chelsea return but Lowe, who covers La Liga for the Guardian and Sports Illustrated, claims the...
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Martinez on McManaman, Wigan's form and Barcelona's...
The Latics boss discusses his tactics to get one of his young stars over their anxiety issues. McManaman has trouble sleeping before games so Martinezs lied to him and told him he wouldnt be playing in the FA Cup against Huddersfield. He also talks about the clubs Premier League form as they once again battle against relegation to the Championship. And he looks at Barcelonas 2-0 defeat to AC Milan in their Champions League last-16 first leg clash at the San Siro.
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Lowe: It's too easy to score against Barcelona
Madrid-based journalist Sid Lowe says Barcelona are over-dependent on Lionel Messi and are making it far too easy for opposing teams to score against them. The La Liga leaders slipped to a 2-0 defeat to AC Milan at the San Siro on Wednesday night in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie. It was the tenth game in a row they have conceded a goal, said Lowe. It feels a little bit too easy to score against them at the moment.
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Auclair: Arsenal are running out of excuses for their...
The French football expert gives us his thoughts on the situation at the Emirates following their 3-1 Champions League defeat against Bayern Munich. It now looks likely that the Gunners will enter an eighth year without a trophy and the pressure is beginning to mount on manager Arsene Wenger. And Auclair feels that he is becoming isolated in north London, but he also believes it could be a bad move for Arsenal to sack their boss
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Turgut on Drogba's impact at Galatasaray
The Turkish football expert previews their Champions League clash with Schalke. And he discusses how the former Chelsea star has settled at the club alongside Wesley Sneijder.
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Paggy Agnew previews AC Milan v Barcelona
talkSPORTs Italian football expert looks ahead to Wednesday nights big Champions League clash, as AC Milan welcome Barcelona to the San Siro for the first leg of the last 16 Champions League tie.
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Watt on Wenger, Usmanov, marquee signings and who...
Broadcaster and Arsenal historian, Tom Watt, claims it wouldnt take a lot to sort out the problems at the Emirates. The Gunners are on the verge of crashing out of Europe, following a 3-1 defeat to Bayern Munich in their last-16 first leg Champions League tie, and now face an eighth season without a trophy. But Watt believes Arsene Wenger should be given the time and funds to turn things around in north London. read more
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Becker and Judd on Arsenal v Bayern Munich
Tennis legend, and Bayern Munich fan, Boris Becker joins McFly drummer, and Arsenal fan, Harry Judd to chat about tonights Champions League clash between the teams at the Emirates Stadium. Boris chats about the successful running of the German club, which he believes provides a model for other clubs around the world to follow. Meanwhile, Harry believes Arsenal have to push for a win and make their home advantage count at all costs if they have a chance of qualifying for the quarter-finals of...
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Cross backs Arsenal fans to get behind Wenger
Daily Mirror journalist, John Cross, believes Arsenal fans will get behind Arsene Wenger during the Gunners Champions League last-16 first leg tie against Bayern Munich. The Frenchman reacted angrily on Monday to reports the north London club is ready to offer him a contract extension, and turned on journalists in a feisty exchange. read more
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Terry Neill on Wenger, Arsenal, and how close Spurs came...
Arsenal legend Terry Neill joined Keys Gray in the studio on Tuesday to look back on his spells at the club as a player and manager. Neill also gave his thoughts on Arsene Wenger and claimed the club can shock German giants Bayern Munich in the Champions League last 16, ahead of the first leg at the Emirates on Tuesday night. And Neill discussed his time in charge of the Gunners north London rivals Tottenham and explained how close he came to taking Dutch superstar Johan Cruyff to White Hart...
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Total Soccer Show 182 - Real Madrid v Manchester United...
We discuss the players that impressed in the Real Madrid v Manchester United Champions League game, especially David De Gea and Angel Di Maria. We talk about Robbie Rogers courageous decision, andwe close the show with the debut of a new trivia game called "On This Day," in which Josh tests his co-hosts knowledge of soccer history.
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Robson: I can’t believe Arsenal would offer Wenger a new...
Stewart Robson reflects on Arsenals shock defeat at home to Blackburn in the FA Cup at the weekend. Former Gunners star Robson also looks ahead to Tuesdays Champions League clash with Bayern Munich and claims the German giants have a major weakness at the back, in the form of veteran defender Daniel Van Buyten. And Robson reacts to reports the club are considering handing Arsene Wenger a new contract, despite eight trophyless seasons.
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Smith on United’s draw in Madrid
Former Arsenal and England striker Alan Smith joined Paul and Sam to share his thoughts on Manchester Uniteds 1-1 draw against Real Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday night. Smith reveals he was impressed by Phil Jones performance in an unfamiliar holding midfielder role alongside Michael Carrick, and added that Jones and Uniteds goal scorer Danny Welbeck are Three Lions stars in the making. read more
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Brown on a possible return to management with Partick...
The former Hull City boss reveals his level of interest in two vacant positions in England and Scotland. He also discusses Neil Lennons decision to play Efe Ambrose for Celtic against Juventus in the Champions League. And he tells us why making a player train with the youth team, like Florent Malouda is doing at Chelsea, isnt always a good idea.
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Balague: Real Madrid would be very interested in De Gea
Sky Sports Spanish football expert, Guillem Balague, claims Real Madrid would be very interested in signing Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea. The Red Devils shot-stopper was in fine form during the Champions League clash between the pair, pulling off a number of fantastic saves to keep Sir Alex Fergusons side in the contest. And Balague, who covers La Liga for a multitude of publications, believes the former Atletico Madrid star could come back to Spain, but not for a few seasons...
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Vickery on Brazil’s reaction to England defeat
talkSPORTs South America expert, Tim Vickery, joins Paul and Sam for his weekly round-up of football action from across the Atlantic. Our man in Rio de Janeiro reveals that even in Brazil, the sporting spotlight is very much on Manchester Uniteds Champions League clash with Real Madrid at the Bernabeu. Tim also reflects on the Brazilian reaction to defeat against England at Wembley last week in an international friendly, while he also reveals the Samba stars consider the Three Lions to be...
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Francis: Referee badly let down Celtic against Juventus
The former Rangers player and Serie A star looks back on the Champions League clash at Parkhead.
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Lowe: Ronaldo has lost his 'big-game bottler' tag
talkSPORTs man in Spain, Sid Lowe, claims Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has lost his big-game bottler tag and has proved that he can compete at the highest stage. The Galacticos hitman will face his former club Manchester United for the first time, since his 2008 departure from Old Trafford, in the Champions League last-16 first leg at the Bernabeu. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday afternoon from 1-4pm only on talkSPORT
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Eamonn Holmes previews Real Madrid v Manchester United
Celebrity Red Devils fan, Eamonn Holmes, visits Hawksbee and Delaney for a chat about Wednesday nights Champions League tie between Real Madrid and Manchester United.
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Vialli: Juventus targeting Champions League final after...
Former Juventus striker, Gianluca Vialli, claims the Old Lady are targeting a place in the Champions League final after their 3-0 last-16 first leg victory over Celtic. The Bhoys were comprehensivley beaten by the Serie A side at Parkhead and now face the almost impossible task of scoring at least three goals against Antonio Contes men at the Juventus center. And Vialli, who also played for Chelsea and Sampdoria, claims the Italian side already have one foot in the quarter-finals. read more
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Owen on Fergie, Mourinho, Ronaldo and Real Madrid v Man...
Former Red Devils, and current Stoke City, striker Michael Owen takes a look back on his career in the game. The former Liverpool hitman, who played for Manchester United and Real Madrid among others, takes a look at the Champions League tie between the two European powerhouses and claims that Jose Mourinhos future may lie at the Red Devils. Owen also talks about his time with England why he believes former Three Lions team-mate David Beckham will be a huge hit at Paris St-Germain. read more
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Salgado on Real Madrid v Man United and Mourinho's future
Former Real Madrid defender, Michel Salgado, takes a look at the upcoming Champions League fixture between the Galacticos and Manchester United. The European giants will meet in the last-16 first leg clash and Salgado, who played for the La Liga side between 1999 and 2009, claims Portuguese boss Jose Mourinho is under more pressure to win the tie than Red Devils chief Sir Alex Ferguson. You can listen to Keys and Gray every weekday from 10am-1pm only on talkSPORT
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5lfd: Celtic beaten 3-0 by Juventus
Mark Pougatch brings you reaction from manager Neil Lennon as his side are all but eliminated from the Champions League. Hull City boss Steve Bruce joins us to look ahead to Real Madrid v Man United after a positive result for his side in the Championship and Blackburn boss Michael Appleton speaks to us after their 1-1 draw at Brighton. We also hear from Sir Alex Ferguson ahead of that huge game in the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.
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Agnew: Juventus have got to be ready for a battle at...
Paddy Agnew joined Hawksbee and Jacobs to discuss how Juventus will be feeling before their Champions League game against Celtic. talkSPORTs Italian football correspondent said: Juventus have got to be ready for a hell of a battle. Antonio Conte is expected to line his team up in a 3-5-2, with former Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba starting on the bench. He added: The main thing here is not to concede any goals. Their biggest worry is the environment and they are keenly aware that...
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McKinlay: Celtic can beat Juventus
Former Celtic defender Tosh McKinlay believes his old club can get a first-leg win against Juventus in the Champions League. The Scot feels that the Parkhead crowd can help the team as they look to achieve another historic victory. He said: The crowd is the 12th man. Certainly at Celtic Park the atmosphere can be lively. Celtic will be looking to consolidate and Im sure they can win. Id be surprised if there were more than two goals. If they can take a clean sheet to Turin in the second-leg...
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Palmeri: Conte will not underestimate Celtic
CNN Italian football correspondent Tancredi Palmeri believes that a 1-1 draw would be a good result as Juventus take on Celtic in the last-16 of the Champions League. It will be a big game for the Italians as manager Antonio Conte will be back in the dugout for his first European match after a four month ban. The reporter said: Juventus have been waiting for this game for a long time. Antonio Conte wont underestimate the opponents, even if according to the bookmakers Juventus will win this...
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5lfd: West Brom beat Liverpool 2-0
Mark Chapman is joined by Ian Dennis and Mark Lawrenson as West Brom beat Liverpool 2-0. Steve Clarke and Brendan Rodgers share their post match verdicts. Plus, there's a Champions League preview of Celtic v Juventus and Real Madrid v Manchester United.
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Dunphy: Man United defenders will get killed by Real...
Former Red Devils trainee and current Irish TV pundit, Eamon Dunphy, takes a look at the upcoming Champions League tie between Manchester United and Real Madrid. Dunphy, who also played for Millwall and Charlton, claims the Old Trafford sides weak defence could be a major difference between the two sides, who meet for the first-leg on of the last-16 tie on Wednesday evening. You can listen to Keys and Gray every weekday from 10am-1pm only on talkSPORT
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Fjortoft: Manchester United set to miss out on...
talkSPORTs man in Germany, Jan Age Fjortoft, claims Manchester United target Robert Lewandowski will sign for Bayern Munich - either at the end of the season for around 12million or next summe for free. The Poland striker has been heavily linked with the Red Devils but Fjortoft, who now works on German TV covering the Bundesliga, claims Pep Guardiolas new side are in pole position to land the 24-year-old. You can listen to Keys and Gray every weekday from 10am-1pm only on talkSPORT
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5lfd: Kicking Off with Colin Murray - 8th Feb
Colin Murray, Pat Nevin and Perry Groves are joined by Owen Coyle as they preview the weekend's football action. They speak to Reading's new recruit Hope Apkan ahead of their match with Stoke, and Pat Bonner discusses Celtic, both in the SPL and the Champions League.
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David Conn on the latest match-fixing allegations
The football journalist for The Guardian looks at the news of an investigation into 380 games across Europe including one Champions League game played in England in the last three or four years.
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Pena on Tevez's future at Manchester City
talkSPORTs South American football expert, Federico Pena, looks at Carlos Tevezs possible return to Argentina. The Blues striker has had a topsy-turvy time with Roberto Mancinis men, having failed to warm-up for a Champions League and twice handed in a written transfer request. But Pena claims the former Manchester United man will remain in the north-west for the foreseeable future, and may return to his homeland towards the end of this career. read more
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Thorogood on Guardiola's decision to manage Bayern Munich
The German football expert also looks at the lure of the Bundesliga.
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Knaack: Guardiola is seen as the best signing Bayern...
German football expert Olly Knaack says Pep Guardiola is seen by many in Germany as the greatest signing Bayern Munich have made after confirmation that the Spaniard will take charge of the Bundesliga club in the summer. Hes the greatest signing ever by Bayern Munich, as far as coaching is concerned, thats the impression everybody in Germany is having now, said Knaack, speaking to Hawksbee and Jacobs. read more
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Arsene Wenger on Thierry Henry, replacing Robin van...
Arsene Wenger discusses a host of issues in an interview with Al Jazeera TV, including how he came to manage Arsenal, the clubs chances of beating Bayern Munich in the Champions League last 16, and whether Thierry Henry could return to the Emirates Stadium this month. read more
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Volz: Bayern Munich are clear favourites against Arsenal
The ex-Gunner discusses their Champions League draw against the German giants.
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Buckley on Balotelli's private life and Drogba's future
The Italian football expert discusses all the latest news from Serie A as Juventus and AC Milan react to their respective Champions League last 16 draws against Celtic and Barcelona. He also looks at the Old Ladys move for Shanghai Shenhuas Didier Drogba. And he discusses the latest events in Mario Balotellis ever-turbulent private life as he faces the possibility of a paternatiy test after his ex-girlfriend gave birth this week.
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Giblin on the Champions League draw and Mourinho's Real...
The reporter for Gol TV discusses Los Blancos tie with Man United in the last 16.
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Hartson on Celtic's Champions League run
Former star John Hartson tells the boys about Celtics run in the Champions League and his new book John Hartsons Celtic Dream Team. Neil Lennons side have progressed to the knockout stages of the European Cup for the first time since 2007-08 after finishing second in Group G, behind Barcelona. The Bhoys did beat Barcelona at Celtic Park, which some are describing as the clubs finest hour apart from the 1967 European Cup win, on their way to the last-16.
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Balague reflects on injury to Barcelona star Messi
Guillem Balague talks to Hawksbee Jacobs about Barcelonas decision to play star player Lionel Messi in their final Champions League group game against Benfica. The Argentine was taken off the field on a stretcher with a knee injury in a match he had no need to feature in as Barca had already qualified for the knockout stage. Messi. who has scored 84 goals in 2012 is aiming to break the record for the number of goals scored in a calendar year which was set in 1972 with 85 by Gerd Muller. read...
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Commons wants Celtic to face Man United in Champions...
Celtic star Kris Commons wants to face Manchester United in the last-16 of the Champions League. The former Derby midfielder scored the winning goal against Spartak Moscow during the Bhoys last group stage match, to give Neil Lennons men a 2-1 win. read more
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Henry Winter on why Premier League clubs are finding it...
Henry Winter, chief football writer at the Daily Telegraph, assesses why Premier League clubs have found it difficult in Europe in recent reasons. Both Manchester City and Chelsea were knocked out at the group stage of the Champions League this year, while Arsenal and Manchester United have also struggled at times despite progressing to the knockout stages. read more
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Jensen on the seriousness of Messi's injury
The Independents Pete Jensen, whos based in Spain, casts his eye over the injury that Lionel Messi picked up during the 0-0 draw between Barcelona and Benfica. The Argentine star faces a race against time to break Gerd Muellers record of 85 goals in a calendar year after being stretched off in the Champions League tie. Jensen believes Messi, who has scored 84 goals so far in 2012, should be fit for the La Liga tie against Real betis this coming Sunday though.
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Purse-pective (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
UCL is done for a lil' while, are you licking your wounds or looking towards the draw? Both activities will make you look at your side and wonder how you got to be here. With that in mind the podcast take a look at the Champions League and what it means to be part of Europe. Why are some teams so poor and others so successful? Elsewhere, The Daily Mail put some lovely words online about Joey Barton and some Arsenal fans call for Arsene Wenger to leave. Torres scores and Kris talks Johnson....
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Honigstein: There is a good chance Huntelaar will move...
The Bundesliga expert discusses the latest news surrounding Schalkes Dutch striker as a move away from the club appears to loom on the horizon. Raphael also looks at the performances of German sides in the Champions League and compares Manchester Citys displays in their second season in the competition to Borussia Dortmund who, after failing to make it out of the group stages last season, have made it in to the next round this year.
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Hamann on Liverpool, Champions League wins and his...
Former Liverpool Dietmar Hamann joined Richard Keys and Andy Gray to look back on his career in the game. The German, who scored the last goal before Wembley was redeveloped, talked about the Champions League winning Reds team of 2005, and his heartbreak at losing the 2006 final. Hamann went on to tell the boys about his biggest football regret and talked about his time at Newcastle. read more
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Herbert: Man City didn't look like they were trying...
Ian Herbert, sports writer for The Independent, says Manchester City did not look like they cared about beating Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night in their final Champions League group game having already been eliminated from the competition. Herbert also questions the quality of Roberto Mancinis signings in the summer as his side struggle to replicate last seasons form but claims City are favourites to triumph in Sundays Manchester derby when rivals United make the trip to the Etihad...
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5lfd: Man City miss out on Europa League spot
Manchester City miss out on the Europa League after a 1-0 Champions League defeat by Borussia Dortmund. Arsenal miss the chance to finish top of Champions League Group B with a 2-1 defeat by Olympiakos in Athens. Everton captain & Champions League winner Phil Neville, John Murray and Pat Nevin join Mark Pougatch to review Tuesday evening's Champions League action.
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Collomosse: Scrapping the Europa League would be wrong
The reporter for the London Evening Standard discusses the news that UEFA are considering expanding the Champions League and doing away with what used to be the UEFA Cup.
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Barclay: Being sacked by Chelsea is almost a plus for Di...
The Evening Standard columnist reviews this weeks Champions League action. He also looks at a dramatic 24 hours at Stamford Bridge which saw Roberto Di Matteo sacked as Chelsea boss and replaced by Rafael Benitez.
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Evans: Benitez is a good manager who can do well at...
Rafael Benitezs appointment as Chelsea manager has provoked a lot of debate. His arrival comes hot on the heels of the sacking of Roberto Di Matteo just a few months after winning the Champions League. Many fans are skeptical about the appointment of Benitez but Tony Evans, Football Editor of The Times believes the Spaniard can be successful at Stamford Bridge. Evans told Hawksbee Jacobs on talkSPORT: He has had two years off and is fresh and has a point to prove.
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Pedro Pinto looks ahead to Benfica v Celtic
CNNs Portuguese football expert, Pedro Pinto, gives HJ his thoughts on the Champions League Group G match.
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Murdo MacLeod previews Benfica v Celtic
Former Bhoys midfielder, Murdo MacLeod, looks ahead to the Champions League Group G encounter with the Portuguese side.
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Burt: Di Matteo didn't get enough credit for Chelsea's...
Jason Burt, the Daily Telegraphs deputy football correspondent, says Roberto Di Matteo deserves praise for the work he has done at Chelsea amid reports his job could be on the line just a few months after he led the club to Champions League glory.
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Lights Go Out (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
The Champions League doesn't let up this week. Instensity across Europe as English sides stall and stride, just in different ways. Manchester hasn't been this contrasted in a while now, stark were the reactions to both results. Mancini furious as Fergie seemed to flick a (light) switch and his players lit up.Elsewhere, Chelsea won late on and Arsenal had a moral victory (yeh) away to Schalke. The pod look at this weekend's games. Featured game: CFC v LFC. Podcast also references how Mancini...
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Cascarino: Huge boost for Chelsea to have Terry back in...
Former Blues striker, Tony Cascarino, claims England skipper will help steady the Blues defence for the Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk.
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Brennan: Man City can still qualify from Champions...
Manchester Evening News journalist Stuart Brennan says Manchester City are well capable of winning their final three Champions League group games and earning a place in the knockout stages.
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Van Der Kraan: Ajax players will want it more than Man...
talkSPORTs Dutch football expert, Marcel van der Kraan, tells H J how Steve McClaren is getting on at FC Twente and looks ahead to Ajaxs meeting with Manchester City in the Champions League.
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WSWF: Seedorf, Kompany and Adu
The four-times European Champions League winner, Clarence Seedorf, says it’s time to stop talking about racism and for governments and football federations to act. The captain of Manchester City and Belgium, Vincent Kompany, says the ‘Manchester City project’ is about far more than building a successful team. He says the club is trying to make a difference to Manchester itself. Kompany says there’s far more racism at grassroots football and whatever is decided at the top of the game will...
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Winter: Clattenburg's performance was the worst at...
Telegraph journalist Henry Winter says Mark Clattenburgs performance in Chelseas draw with Manchester United on Sunday was the worst hes seen by a referee at Stamford Bridge since Tom Henning Ovrebo cost the Blues a place in the 2009 Champions League final.
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Agnew: Italian press believe Mancini is spoilt for...
Paddy Agnew, Italian football expert, reflects on Roberto Mancinis disappointing record in the Champions League as a manager and says it may be down to the fact he is so spoilt for choice.
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Wiekens on his Man City career and the club's clash with...
Gerard Wiekens, the former Manchester City midfielder, says he expects Roberto Mancinis side to beat Ajax in their Champions League group stage clash and looks back on his time at the club.
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Joe Corrigan on Joe Hart and Man City's Champions League...
Joe Corrigan joined Keys Gray ahead of Manchester Citys trip to Ajax and assesses their chances of winning the Champions League and retaining their Premier League title.
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Wilson previews Shakhtar Donetsk v Chelsea
Eastern European football expert, Jonathan Wilson, gives the boys his thoughts on the Champions League Group E encounter.
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Knaack on Man City v Borussia Dortmund and Lewandowski's...
The German expert previews the Champions League tie at the Etihad Stadium. He also looks at the possibility of the Bundesliga champions losing their Polish striker to Manchester United.
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Pieri: Olympiacos are struggling to play a competitive...
The sports reporter for Eleftheria looks ahead to the Greek sides clash with the Gunners in the Champions League.
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Total Soccer Show 162 - USMNTers in the Champions League
Which of the four USMNT players in the Champions League is most worth watching Jones, Parkhurst, Kljestan or Gooch? We answer that question on this show using our patented scientific method. We also analyze the goals from Dempsey and Altidore this weekend, which were both magnificent, but for very different reasons. And we close with a Ryder Cup-themed round of everyone's favorite soccer trivia showdown, the Wikipedia Game.
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What the Dickens? (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
"A day wasted on others is not wasted on one's self" so come waste some time with the pod. We feature United and Wigan; discuss Citys with ideas; and look at Chelsea's derby issue. Not only the top teams, we look at the creme dela creme in the Champions League, previewing the EPL vs. the world. Whilst Kartik begins to read about history and approaches 800 pages on City. SAF has kids to play with, praises them and then watches them destroy Wigan. Owen takes three minutes for Stoke. Take a few...
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Hollins: Di Matteo is not going to be Chelsea boss
Former Chelsea boss John Hollins believes Roberto Di Matteo will be overlooked for the managers job at Stamford Bridge despite leading the club to Champions League and FA Cup glory during his interim spell in charge.
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Frank Lampard on finally tasting Champions League glory...
Frank Lampard tells talkSPORT he feared he would never taste Champions League glory with Chelsea after a number of near misses prior to the victory over Bayern Munich on Saturday, and gives his reaction to Didier Drogbas exit from Stamford Bridge.
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Honigstein: Bayern are bitter and upset at Chelsea defeat
Raf Honigstein tells H J what the reaction has been like in Germany to Bayern Munichs defeat to Chelsea in the Champions League final at the Bundesliga sides home ground.
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Auclair believes Hazard is destined for Chelsea
talkSPORTs man in France, Philippe Auclair, claims Europes most wanted man Eden Hazard favours a move to the Champions League winners Chelsea.
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Sinclair: Di Matteo couldn't have done much more to get...
Frank Sinclair says Roberto Di Matteo must be made permanent Chelsea manager, having led the club to FA Cup and Champions League glory while in interim charge.
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Eddie Newton on Chelsea's Champions League win
Blues assistant manager Eddie Newton looks back on a historic night for Chelsea as they beat Bayern Munich in the Champions League final.
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Total Soccer Show 142 ET - Champions League Final Review
We review Chelsea's Champions League win, and ask the big questions. Questions like: What was that thing shaved into the back of Salomon Kalou's head?
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McManaman: Mourinho and Guardiola won't come to Liverpool
The ex-Reds star looks at the current managerial situation at Anfield after Kenny Dalglish was sacked. He believes they must be realistic about who will come to the club and thinks Jamie Carragher can play an important role. McManaman also previews the Champions League final between Chelsea and Bayern Munich.
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Goldstein: Alaba is a huge loss for Bayern Munich
Editor of the Rough Guide to European Football Dan Goldstein claims banned David Alaba is a key player to the Germans set-up and believes his omission will benefit Chelsea. You can listen to the Champions League final live on talkSPORT from 7pm
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What You Need to Know About the Champions League Final
It's Europe's biggest sporting event and should take in more viewers than the Super Bowl. This Saturday, the 2012 Champions League Final will see Germany's Bayern Munich take on the United Kingdom's Chelsea FC in the soccer match of the year. What's the big deal?Grant Wahl, senior writer at Sports Illustrated, explains.
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Vialli on Chelsea, Bayern Munich and Fabio Capello
Former Blues striker Gianluca Vialli joins the boys to preview the Champions League final.
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Hoddle believes Drogba and Lampard will scare Bayern...
Former Blues manager Glenn Hoddle claims pair will terrorise Germans in Champions League final.
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Total Soccer Show 142 - Man City, the Champions League...
We look back at Man City's dramatic last minute title win, preview Saturday's Champions League final, consider Timmy Chandler's decision to withdraw himself from USMNT contention, react to Kenny Dalglish's sacking and give our thoughts on Roy Hodgson's England squad for Euro 2012.
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Champions League Final (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
So much to discuss on this pod. Hiring and firing in the league. Natural or should we be shocked? Two managers who barely fulfil their role get cut from the team. Kenny Daglish and Alex McLeish. The Scottish population in the league certainly took a battering this season. Uncle Roy made his squad selection, mostly EPL players. Does that bother you? Who isn't happy with Downing? Everyonewell, apart from Downing. Do you feel bad for him? Just because the players he has supplied have let him...
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Episode 17 - Report of DFB cup final and Champions...
Welcome to Episode 17 of The Bundesliga Football Podcast. On today’s show we dissect all the major talking points from the DFB Cup final, look to the second leg of the Playoff and discuss all the recent news in the Bundesliga We are joined by editor of The Blizzard and Guardian Columnist Jonathan Wilson as we look ahead to the Champions League Final between Bayern Munich and Chelsea Host Chris Gallagher is joined by Stefan Bienkowski, Chris Boud and Allan Edgar. We hope you enjoy and any...
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Honigstein: Cup defeat against Dortmund was catastrophic...
The German football expert looks back at the Bavarian outfits 5-2 defeat at the hands of the Bundesliga winners and he discusses the possible impact this could have on them going into the Champions League final against Chelsea.
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Hazard: It's unfair if Spurs don't qualify for Champions...
Micky Hazard says it will be unfair on Tottenham should they miss out on a place in next seasons Champions League despite finishing fourth in the Premier League. A Chelsea victory over Bayern Munich next week will put the Blues into next years competition and relegate their London rivals to the Europa League. And Hazard told H J: I think theres a case for both the fourth placed team and the winners entering the same competition if they come from the same country.
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Graham Roberts on Tottenham's top four hopes
The ex-Spurs defender joins Danny to discuss their match against Fulham at White Hart Lane. A win would seal a spot in the Champions League places and, if Arsenal slip-up against West Brom, Tottenham could even find themselves finishing in third spot.
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Hunter: Atletico Madrid must qualify for Champions...
talkSPORTs man in Spain Graham Hunter claims final La Liga match will decide whether Colombian leaves Estadio Vicente Calderon, with Chelsea the most likely destination.
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Robson: If Arsenal sorted their defence they could be...
Stewart Robson has told talkSPORT that Arsenal could win the Premier League and the Champions League if they sorted their defence out but until the tighten up at the back they will continue to fall short in their pursuit of trophies.
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Episode 15 - Review of Matchday 32 and guest Raphael...
Welcome to Episode 15 of The Bundesliga Football Podcast. On today’s show we dissect all the major talking points from Matchday 32 in The Bundesliga. We are joined by acclaimed European football journalist and Bundesliga expert Raphael Honigstein as we discuss Bayern Munich in the champions league and the latest transfer news from Germany's top flight. Host Chris Gallagher is joined by Allan Edgar and Chris Boud. We hope you enjoy and any comments or views email us:...
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Quiet Before a Storm (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
The pod is light this week. After the special edition, it is only right that we keep the happy note going. To summarise the thoughts and feelings around the EPL in mid-week are four people from different places in the world. Chelsea get section one as we look forward to the Champions League Final in Munich. Are Chelsea really under-dogs after bringing Barcelona to their knees? Munich weren't as strong and are far from title-winners but show the determination and calculation to win a cup....
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Total Soccer Show 139 - Barcelona v Chelsea Second Leg...
We review Chelsea's incredible 2-2 win Barcelona. This is what the Champions League is supposed to look like. Drama, red cards, Bosingwa at center back, Drogba shooting from the halfway line, Messi losing his temper, this game had it all. It even had a goal from Senor Fernando Torres. We praise Ramires, heckle John Terry and wonder where Leo Messi and Barcelona go from here.
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Fjortoft: My head tells me Bayern Munich will go through...
talkSPORTs German football expert Jan Aage Fjortoft joins Keys Gray ahead of Bayern Munichs trip to the Bernabeu to face Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-final second leg tie and backs the Bundesliga side to upset Jose Mourinhos men.
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El Chelsico (EPL Talk Special Podcast)
What a night, late April back in 2012. What a finish, what a night. Chelsea triumph as Barcelona stumble. To pick over the bones of this 'instant-classic': the pod. In an Emergency podcast we go to Spain and then Birmingham. Not literally. Join us on an audible journey as Chelsea head to Munich! The up and down of it: Chelsea are through to the Champions League Final 2012. What did you think of the game? Did Chelsea deserve to win? Did Barca deserve to lose? Join the conversation and add...
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Terry Venables previews Barcelona v Chelsea
Former Nou Camp coach Terry Venables gives us this thoughts ahead of the Champions League semi-final second leg.
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Tommy Cassidy on Newcastle, Alan Pardew and his St...
Former Newcastle star Tommy Cassidy joined Keys Gray in the studio to look back on his career highlights and to share his thoughts on the current squad as they chase an unlikely Champions League qualification spot.
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Total Soccer Show 138 ET - El Clasico
The second El Clasico of the season saw Barcelona play host to Real Madrid, with everything still to play for in La Liga. Who bounced back from their midweek Champions League loss? Did the game finally live up to the hype? Would Madrid set out to press Barca? How much better than Victor Valdes is Iker Casillas? Do we want to see these two meet in the Champions League final? And did Daryl approve of Ronaldo's celebration? Also on the show: D.C. United throttle New York, the Richmond Kickers...
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Total Soccer Show 138 - Champions League Semi-Finals
We break down the first legs of the Champions League Semi-Finals. How many players did Chelsea keep behind the ball? Are Real Madrid the fastest counterattacking team in the world? Can anyone actually take the game to Barcelona? How does Mario Gomez keep scoring goals? Will Drogba ever stop diving? Short answer no, long answer no.
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Episode 14 - Matchday 30/31 & Champions League Preview
Welcome to Episode 14 of The Bundesliga Football Podcast. On today’s show we dissect all the major talking points from Matchday 30 and 31 in The Bundesliga. We are joined by Paul Wilkes from LaLigaUK.com as we discuss the upcoming champions league Semi final match between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid Host Chris Gallagher is joined by Allan Edgar and Chris Boud We hope you enjoy and any comments or views email us: podcast@bundesligafootball.co.uk or tweet @BLFuk
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Total Soccer Show 137 - Dotmund v. Munich & Atletico v....
Minus Daryl the TSS crew headed to the studio to breakdown two games from Europe with huge league title implications. In Germany, Borussia Dortmund hosted Bayern Munich in a top of the table clash that could all but settle the Budesliga. How bad was Arjen Robben's evening? Why would Dortmund fans throw bananas at Manuel Neuer? And can Dortmund challenge in Europe next season? While in Madrid, Atletico welcomed Real to the Vicente Calderon in a game the visitors needed to win in order to...
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Match Preview Podcast: Borussia Dortmund vs. Bayern...
Welcome to our match preview podcast for Borussia Dortmund Vs Bayern Munich. Host Chris Gallagher is joined by Allan Edgar, Louis McCaffrey and Chris Boud as we look ahead to the mammoth game between 1st and 2nd in the Bundesliga. The panel gives insight into the lineups and each give their pre match prediction. We hope you enjoy and any comments or views email us: podcast@bundesligafootball.co.uk or tweet @BLFuk
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Total Soccer Show 136 - Champions League Winner Predicted
We use the patented and highly scientific Total Soccer Show method to predict which of the four remaining teams--Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Chelsea or Real Madrid--will win the Champions League. Foolproof.
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Hi Everybody (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Plenty of great news for the EPL this week. It means that there is jubilation on the podcast for the podders: you too. Chelsea go through in the Champions League and the FA Cup is on the way to Wembley: derby time. With the war of words intensifying between the managers and Patrick Viera, Dan Roan has been banned from Man City media and Mario decided to drop in on Italian football. Of course, the weekend matches provide huge opportunities to gain ground in the league and with United not...
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Total Soccer Show 133 ET - Wolves Mauled, US Olympic...
We review Man Utd's semi-ironic mauling of Wolves, discuss the reaction to Fabrice Muamba's collapse at White Hart Lane, weigh up the Champions League and Europa League draws, Dave Richards sobriety or otherwise and welcome TopDrawerSoccer.com's Travis Clark into the studio to discuss the US U-23 team as they prepare for this week's CONCACAF Olympic Qualifying tournament.
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Total Soccer Show 132 ET - Why Leo Messi is So Damn Good
MLS is back, so we breakdown both D.C. United v. Sporting K.C. and F.C. Dallas v. N.Y. Red Bull. Which team will start the new season the brightest? Are D.C. ready to make a playoff push? How deep will Thierry Henry drop in pursuit of the ball? Also on the show: Bayern Munich thrash Hoffenheim, Leo Messi does something remarkable even by his standards, and of course the Wikipedia game.
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It's A Knockout! (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Lots of cup competitions to cover in this week's EPL Talk Podcast including the Europa League, Champions League, as well as a preview of this weekend's Premier League matches. The season is heating up, and to help you dissect it, we have Laurence McKenna, Matt Duncan and Kristan Heneage on the pod.
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Who Loves Ya'? (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
The cups come thick and fast at this point in the season. It's great to watch teams scramble for position as the knock out rounds make everything look very cut-throat. It's nice to prepare some people for the tragedy at the end of the season. The pod goes through all the results in the Champions League and Europa League to start the podcast. Transitioning back to Britain and the first Wembley excitement starts this weekend. The Carling Cup. Does it get any better? Well from here on in, yes:...
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Total Soccer Show 130 - Fixing the MLS All-Star Game
Albert, Josh, and Peyton took to the studio inspired by the upcoming NBA All-Star Game to discuss the MLS version. If we were Don Garber for a day what would we change? Would we bring back the skills competition? Would we keep playing European opposition? Or would we completely revamp the event? Also on the show: Josh interviews Richmond Kickers Head Coach Leigh Cowlishaw about new developments in the club's youth system, Carols Tevez apologizes, Eddie Johnson tells us his side of the story,...
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Episode 6 - Matchday 22
Welcome to Episode 6 of The Bundesliga Football Podcast. On today’s show we dissect all the major talking points from Matchday 22 in The Bundesliga. We discuss the upcoming Champions League match between Bayern Munich and Basle and look ahead to match day 23. Host Chris Gallagher is joined by Ross Dunbar, Allan Edgar and Louis McCaffrey. We hope you enjoy and any comments or views email us: podcast@bundesligafootball.co.uk or tweet @BLFuk
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Total Soccer Show 129 - The Champs (League) are Back
With Daryl gone to sort out his beloved Wolves, Albert, Josh, and Peyton took to the studio to discuss the return of the Champions League. What is our favorite non-Liverpool moment from the competition? Who do we see winning the whole thing? Are we hypocrites? Also on the show: Donovan leaves Everton, Africa crowns a champion, the USNMT reveals a jersey, Rangers are administered, and some Wikipedia domination.
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Wolves and Whales (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
The Champions League is back! With a BANG! AC Milan demolished Arsenal 4 0. In the pod today? Well, is it really all that bad to be beaten by the Italian Champions? A new team against another rebuilding side. Besides, 4 0 is just a bad day at the office, but if you have to many bad days at the officewellyou know what happens. Anyway, in between all of the EPL action the SPL is suffering, Kartik joins the pod for one section to dissect the coming clashes in the Europa League and the fun of...
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Episode 5 - Matchday 21
Welcome to Episode 5 of The Bundesliga Football Podcast. On today’s show we dissect all the major talking points from Matchday 21 in The Bundesliga. We speak to Spanish football journalist Graham Hunter to discuss the upcoming champions league match between Bayer Leverkusen and Barcelona. Host Chris Gallagher is joined by Chris Boud, Allan Edgar and Louis McCaffrey. We hope you enjoy and any comments or views email us: podcast@bundesligafootball.co.uk or tweet @BLFuk
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Episode 4 - Matchday 20
Welcome to Episode 4 of The Bundesliga Football Podcast. On today's show we dissect all the major talking points from Matchday 20 in the Bundesliga. We are joined be respected journalist Andy Brassell to discuss the upcoming champions league match between Basel and Bayern Munich, as well as the German national team. We look forward to Matchday 21 and pick our player of the week. Enjoy and any comments or views email us: podcast@bundesligafootball.co.uk or tweet @BLFuk
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Two In, Two Out (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
But which two? Manchester was knocked out of the Champions League, whilst London thrived under pressure. What does this mean for the title race? Why won't anyone criticise Ferguson for his team's problems? United have been poor for almost a month now and most people are wondering where the evaluation of Ferguson will come. We insight conversation, and possibly more, as Jesse worries that United aren't even in the transitional period that promised so much. However, youth is on their side...
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Total Soccer Show 120 - El Clasico XI
With the first El Clasico of the La Liga season fast approaching Albert, Daryl, and Josh selected the TSS El Clasico XI. Only former Barcelona and Real Madrid players made the cut, no room for Messi, Ronaldo, Xavi et al. in this team. The end of the Champions League group stage and Taylor with a new "Over/Under" round out the show.
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Marking Up The Manchester Derby
The Preview podcast welcomes Kristan Heneage to focus on Sunderland's management structure as the pod previews the Manchester derby. Who will come out on top? Who will perform? Who has performed so far? Who needs to step up to the plate? Kartik, Jesse and Kristan pick over the Champions League football and what that leaves us with this weekend. Mancini is buoyant whilst Sir Alex is reserved but delightful as always. Both managers are hard to judge, but this one is framed by history and...
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United Delighted? Cities Impressed (EPL Talk Podcast)
In the pod this weekend there is discussion of racism, flopping and drawing. That's just at Anfield. Sitting in The Kop this week are Jesse Chula and Joseph Weathered, whilst Kartik Krishnaiyer offers his views from inside Starbucks. Up for review: Man City's longevity. Can Mancini's men make it through christmas and more importantly the Manchester Derby with their dignity and their sanity? Sir Alex will have a blunt answer, in the same way that Chicarito did for Liverpool's underwhelming...
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Champions League Disruption (EPL Talk Podcast)
The Champions League has made for interesting reading in the EPL recently. The disjunction between league form and european woe has pundits scratching their heads, but Kartik sheds light on the hierarchy at Man City which may be under scrutiny from fans as Mancini looks on in dismay. Neil Bourne makes his EPLTalk debut with a questionable Skype connection but solid views about Manchester United and their performance on Tuesday night. Our man at Old Trafford tries to convey some of the...
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Fixture Luck? (EPL Talk Podcast)
This weekend the pod focuses on the order of games. Does United's draw reflect anything in the league or is this just down to 'luck of the draw' at FA Head-Quarters? Either way, it makes for an interesting narrative-arc in this week's action. Looking forward to the Champions League, Petr Cech claims that Chelsea are obsessed with winning a European Cup, but does the dominance of so many other teams make it yet more impossible for this side? Torres talk continues as he managed to bag himself...
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It Is All Relative (EPL Talk Podcast)
If it is all relative then this Champions League week looks like a real achievement for all Premier League sides. To discuss the successes and shortfalls of our Euro-Adventurers Laurence McKenna is joined by Kartik Krishnaiyer and Jesse Chula. The first segment is dedicated to european form and success. The biggest question is: how will this impact upon league form and momentum built up by the 2011 Top 4? It would seem that a change is as good as a rest for some, will Arsene Wenger welcome...
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Total Soccer Show 109 - VCU Rams, a Tale of Two...
Albert, Daryl, and Josh discuss VCU Rams Men's Soccer with Head Coach Dave Giffard, the first round of UEFA Champions League group stage games, MLS' success in Mexico and what it all means, and an assortment of USMNT issues, including former coach Bob Bradley's new gig (exotic locale? high pressure? maybe?), and the Tony Sanneh fueled Twitter saga involving German-American Timmy Chandler. All of that and a brief preview of our game of the week in TSS episode # 109.
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Perception of Progression (EPL Talk Podcast)
Progression is the 'buzz-word' of the podcast this week. As Manchester continues to rule the roost, Laurence McKenna,Kartik Krishnaiyer and Jesse Chula begin to discuss if this is a sustainable run of form. With London reemerging in the league this weekend the competition is hotting up, but none of the title contenders seem to have been seriously tested so far. With progress in mind, all English teams will be looking to shimmy through the group stages of the Champions League. There is a...
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Total Soccer Show 106 - US Open Cup, Altidore's Goals,...
Albert, Daryl and Josh talk US Open Cup with Richmond Kickers head coach Leigh Cowlishaw, CONCACAF Champions League and the breaking of the Mexican hex, Jozy Altidore's two goals for AZ Alkmaar, Man Utd vs Arsenal, NYRB vs LA Galaxy, Landon Donovan's best position and Giuseppe Rossi being an alleged traitor. Also, we get Taylor on the phone from Turkey to tell us all about match fixing and Fenerbahce.
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Total Soccer Show ET - Liverpool 1-1 Sunderland,...
Daryl is joined in studio by Peyton (making his debut as co-host) to discuss Liverpool's disappointing draw with Sunderland, Manchester United's defensive problems, Wolves Champions League aspirations (table don't lie), the madness that is Joey Barton, potential strikes in Italy and Spain, Cesc Fabregas' move to Barcelona (it finally happened), Robbie Keane to LA Galaxy and Freddy Adu to Chivas USA Philadelphia Union.
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2010-11 Premier League Season In Review (EPL Talk...
Laurence McKenna, Kartik Krishnaiyer, Richard Farley and The Gaffer team up to dissect the 2010-11 Premier League season that was from the best footballers, Manchester United's run in the Champions League, Swansea City's climb into the top tier and much more. Krishnaiyer and McKenna go through the list of each Premier League club and name the footballers who stood-out, what Arsenal needs to do to fix things for next season, as well as Richard Farley's input regarding the season as a whole.
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ET - Champions League Final Review, FIFA Corruption...
We review the Champions League Final, in which Barcelona beat Manchester United 3-1. We get specific about tactics and ask what it takes to beat Barcelona, whether such a thing is actually possible, and if not then how long will the rest of the world have to wait before there's a new best team in the world. We move on to discuss the recent FIFA corruption allegations, which have resulted in Mohammed Bin Hammam and Jack Warner being suspended, and close with the Wikipedia Game.
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93 - Gold Cup Roster and Champions League Preview
The usual foursome assemble ins studio to break down the USA's Gold Cup roster (with some nice audio from the Bob Bradley announcement press conference) and preview this weekend's Champions League Final: Barcelona v Manchester United. That noise in the background is Taylor's knees knocking...
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Premier League Survival Sunday Review Show (EPL Talk...
The 2010-11 Premier League season is over after an incredible last day of the season where we saw the final two teams relegated change five times during the 90 minutes before it was decided that Blackpool and Birmingham City would join West Ham United in the Championship next season. Near the top of the table was plenty of action too, and to discuss every major storyline Sunday, including the late breaking news regarding the sacking of Carlo Ancelotti, we have Kartik Krishnaiyer and Laurence...
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89 - Man Utd Two, Manuel Neuer Nil and Messi Two, Madrid...
We review both the midweek Champions League semifinal first legs: Man Utd's 2-0 win away to Schalke (featuring an outstanding performance from Shalke keeper Manuel Neuer) and Barcelona's 2-0 win away to Real Madrid (featuring an outstanding goal by Leo Messi).
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82 - MLS 2011 Western Conference Preview, Gold Cup,...
We get ready for MLS 2011 with a preview of the Western Conference. Now with 100% less Houston. We also discuss the 2011 Gold Cup "draw", how the USA could get back in that fun-looking Copa America tournament, and we recap all the midweek Champions League action. Also, it's back! We close with the Wikipedia Game.
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ET - Dortmund 3 - Munich 1, Carling Cup Final, and MLS...
With Daryl absent, Josh, Albert, and Taylor did their best to soldier on and discussed Borussia Dortmund's victory over Bayern Munich. We discuss all the goals and whether or not Bastian Schweinsteiger was still drunk or just hung over (allegedly). Then it's on to the Carling Cup Final, where Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny and centre-half Laurent Koscielny gifted Obafemi Martins and Birmingham City their first cup title in 48 years. We broke down what the win means for the competition...
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56 - Champions League Minnows Trivia
Everyone previews the Champions League by discussing the big teams. We went the other way by competitively quizzing each other on the smallest team in each Champions Legue group.
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