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Touching The Void (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
It’s not a void at the end of the season. There is a new beginning in what comes next, the possibility of what is to come and the chance that things can change so much that a new season is … Continue reading →Touching The Void (EPL Talk Review Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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Random Access Goodbyes (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
We know that it’s late. The final preview podcast of the season sees a series of goodbyes to managers, clubs and formats. So join the podcast in paying respect to the guys who slogged to out so that they would … Continue reading →Random Access Goodbyes (EPL Talk Preview Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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You Say Goodbye, I Say… (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
The noise you can hear is probably squeaky bum time approaching in the Premier League. With so few games to go, the life rafts are dwindling as three teams face a nervy few days in the battle to avoid relegation. … Continue reading →You Say Goodbye, I Say… (EPL Talk Review Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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Sir Alex Ferguson (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
There is only one place and person to begin this podcast with. Manchester is the setting, but the world is taking notice as a Sir steps down from one of the most influential jobs in football. History. Pod discuss Sir … Continue reading →Sir Alex Ferguson (EPL Talk Preview Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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The Great Gabsby (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Team heroes come in all shapes and sizes. So many of them in the league have been foreign this season, but in some cases it can be important to have a core who can help the others understand what it … Continue reading →The Great Gabsby (EPL Talk Review Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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#FourWordSeasonReview (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Lovely to have one final worked out in Europe. Time to look back and enjoy it. So start by giving us your Four Word Season Reviews. Then there are some huge games in the Premier League this which the pod … Continue reading →#FourWordSeasonReview (EPL Talk Preview Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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Ale Bout Gareth (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
On Sunday’s pod we discuss the fall out from the weekend’s events. In section one the pod discuss deadlock at the DW as Gareth Bale’s out Spurs and Callum proves he might just be the McManaman for Wigan. We also … Continue reading →Ale Bout Gareth (EPL Talk Review Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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Caramel Falcao (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Europe is rocked, socked and…mocked? Spain 1 – Germany 8 – get your bets in now for who will be in the final. The great comebacks of all time or the most comprehensive Semis we’ll witness in years? The pod … Continue reading →Caramel Falcao (EPL Talk Preview Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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bon appétit (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Start in Liverpool and move on from there. That’s where the pod start this week. For many reasons, not least #JFT96. Suarez seemed intent on making this a headline match with Chelsea, even if the headlines might have been elsewhere … Continue reading →bon appétit (EPL Talk Review Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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Get Lucky (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
On the pod this week, review mixed with preview. Taking a look at the midweek games and the weekend of action still to come. The pod ranges across topics in the EPL, starting with Cardiff and their promotion: rebranding good … Continue reading →Get Lucky (EPL Talk Preview Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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Blue! With White Bits! (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
So this cup competition brings things into focus doesn’t it? Violence, goals and a predictable final? Does this serve the Premier League well? Roman might think now. Robertos might think so. Elsewhere in the EPL, Manchester United pull further ahead … Continue reading →Blue! With White Bits! (EPL Talk Review Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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search the gif (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
The FA Cup comes at an interesting time in the league. Split the teams up and some may take their opportunity to pull ahead. How much of a psychological shift will that cause as points become the focus? On the … Continue reading →search the gif (EPL Talk Preview Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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Warp Wrap (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
What a weekend of quality in the Premier League. The pod had to wait for the United – City game though: normal scheduling will return this week. United looked confident whilst City looked defiant. Who wins overall in Manchester? The … Continue reading →Warp Wrap (EPL Talk Review Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice of EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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Di Canio Believe It? (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
We open tonight’s 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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Beautiful Simplicity (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
There was a lovely clarity to the football this weekend. Things, made sense as teams looked to balance themselves out or clear up issues that they’d been having. That played out between United and Chelsea at Stamford Bridge as they … Continue reading →Beautiful Simplicity (EPL Talk Review Podcast) is a post from EPL Talk - Independent voice for EPL soccer fans since 2005.
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London Is Bad (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
It's not a good time to live in London if you care about football. You barely have a chance of seeing a beloved English team at Wembley for a European final; Wenger is (but isn't) crying; Rafa doesn't want to be there; and to top all that off the title doesn't want to be in your city either. It's a big weekend for London teams though. Spurs and Arsenal conduct a derby as Andre looks to improve on his record against Arsene whilst simultaneously boosting his standings in the league. Is it...
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Little Britton (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
The first cup final of the weekend and the Premier League triumphs, in the most romantic of situations for Swansea and Laudrup. Wembley was a wonderful setting for both winners and losers who seemed to appreciate the situation that the Capital One Cup has put them in this season. Capital One actually managing to help someone out financially. The Gaffer joins the podcast to discuss where Swansea go from here. Elsewhere, City hosted and beat Chelsea in a strange game for both sides. City...
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Kroos-Control (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Don't worry. Last minute goals are supposed to happen that way. Right? It's just that…sometimes they don't! The pod take a look through the best of the european football this week and look forward to a weekend of football which includes two going for two: Man City and Chelsea. Both managers facing criticism and scorn from the press as they look to boost moral in camps which might feel like they have very little to play for. What is so bad with second place? Don't worry, we left Bradford –...
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Faux-Cup (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
A strange time of the season as football builds up and managers begin to look at fixture lists to rotate with an intense expression, which has changed from the start of the season. This is an expression of deep thought and sometimes angst, as they work out how to get the best out of their developed side. This is no longer potential team, this is meant to be the real thing. Results carry a different weight, not least in the FA Cup where Chelsea and City tasted success, whilst Arsenal felt the...
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Just One Game? (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
One EPL related game in the UCL. Just one EPL game this weekend. They are cutting off our football and forcing us to appreciate the wider world. With this in mind the pod take a look at their own rules of FFP and debate the future of football; how do we guide football into a safety? United got a deserved, yet, strange draw in away to Real Madrid as Mourinho romanced the United back room staff and continued to thrust Ronaldo on the opposition. How will the second leg go at Old Trafford? Let's...
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Manchester Decides It (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
We may look back on this weekend as the fixtures which secured the title for Manchester United. A 20th title at that. Apt too, as they commemorate the Munich air disaster at Old Trafford with a 2 – 0 win over Everton. The sense of occasion possibly offering more than Everton could overcome with will and momentum. Elesewhere, City gave up whilst Chelsea decided that giving up was boring: that was after they'd given up weeks ago. Rafa, however, stays. A 4 – 1 win keeps you your job, even if...
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International Tributes (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
That was not an international break, but it was a nice time to watch football. Some beautiful stuff played in some consequential and inconsequential games. The consequence? Less time to prepare for the league. Benefit? The pod discuss that. This doesn't mean that the EPL stopped. If anything it carried on in the same way. We might see ramifications of these international games this weekend as some of the 'Tip Top Four' face opposition without so many international players. As many points...
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NFL – Not For Long (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Much to talk about on the pod, which is why they break it down into four sections. One dedicated to Kartik, the others taking a look through the action of the weekend. Two critical games at the top of the league, QPR draw again and Spurs continue to march on in the league. Kris talks managerial relationships and press bias, who does it favour? Who has the voice really? If you lose, can you still win over the press? Which London team will finish highest in the league this season?Let's EPL...
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Transfer Deadline Day (EPL Talk Special Podcast)
They came in their masses to see the window close. Were they let down? Some were, as millions was spent and yet some still saw an empty future. The pod cast a special for the end of the transfer window, discussing the goings and comings but also why people might feel a little empty at the end of the window. After all, if you leave your window open, there might be a draft. Who were you happiest with in the window? Who do you expect to benefit from January? Does it matter if you don't spend?...
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Pulling Away Is Easy (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
When it comes to mid-week games making a statement can go wrong. Some blame timing, some – others look at subdued nature of mid-week football and wonder what that changes. It means that players need to focus. The players who do focus are rewarded. As the pod find out who can get their head around such speedy successive soccer, the EPL is trying to shape itself before the Transfer Window closes and that sense of the final leg is in our minds. This is now the business end of the season. If...
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Weekend Cupset (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
It's the FA Cup back again with yet more shocks as prince meets pauper up and down the land. In section one we look at the slightly more even affair of Stoke hosting Manchester City. Did the Citizens showresilienceorattacking waste to finish with a 1-0 win? Moving into section two weanalyseBrentford stumbling against minnows Chelsea as well as Villa's mauling at the Den (oh come on we had to use that pun!). Where next for Lambert and Co? Let us known in the comments or on Twitter. In our...
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Hazard Perception (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Watch out for the Hazard! On Tonight's pod we discuss Eden and whether perhaps two wrongs just make two wrongs? We'd love to know what you think about 'ball-boygate' so let us know on Twitter or in the comments section. In section two, we discuss attacking potency. Where are your team on the scale? Check the link at the bottom to find your sides level. Did you find any surprises? Did it confirm any pre-held beliefs you had? Either way let us know. It's a cup weekend! The week when pauper...
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Moments of Quality (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Maybe snow makes everything look better, but this weekend of the EPL just looked nice. A genuine feeling that effort was put into these games wrapped and presented a beautiful weekend of football. Who deserved to come away from the weekend with a win? What will be the consequences? The pod dissect all the action at the top of the table. The podcast feature two games, both of which took place on Sunday. Spurs - United and the London derby of Chelsea - Arsenal. There is still space for the...
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Of Course He Did (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
So Pep picked Germany, yeah, Bundes-many. The league which no one in England watches at 2am on a Tuesday. Fortunately, this is a good thing. Remember when Pep was in La Liga and it gave other teams a chance too? Oh…So Chelsea are being told they lost out, maybe they didn't: maybe there are other options. This is certainly a great preview to the summer. To preview the weekend the pod look at the mid-week games and ahead to Spurs – United. Chelsea also play Arsenal this weekend, after such...
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The Rangel Bonus Round (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Super Sunday! It's the EPL Talk Podcast and some analysis. Try shouting "Super Sunday" as an exclamation, it sounds lovely. Sky shouted it enough and look how it caught on. Manchester came out tops in the weekend, the table reflects that. But look who else came out top, a Chelsea side with very little to say in the title race right now, but are they building towards something bigger? RVP showed that he makes his touches count whilst Suarez was touched out of the game by a combination of Rio...
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Peep, Peep, Pep (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
January might be nearing the middle, but the pod have already forgotten the heady heights of the Transfer Window (understandable?) and moved on to where Pep will end up the summer. Arsenal? Chelsea? Man City? Kris and Morgan put the arguments out there whilst Laurence peruses Twitter for a less-than-conclusive answer on a true World XI, is there such a thing? The Daily Mail seem to think so, even if they are getting trolled by Capello. Chelsea struggle against Swansea and Spurs are actually...
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FACUP (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
The FA Cup often marks a watershed in the season. It means a rest from the usual EPL analysis and format in the UK but also some change in the feel of the matches. A good time to look at the teams out of their comfort zone a little and see how they deal with the challenges of a competition. It offers insight into how the managers see the cup and possibly where they see their squad. This weekend was no exception with teams crashing out and some sailing through. United and City both dealt with...
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Refresh Your Buttons (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Happy New Year from the podcast! It is gonna be a good one. And we'd love to hear how you want to move the podcast forward this year. Get involved, comment, tweet and have fun with it. Manchester look strong whilst London stumble and feed into the idea that time goes on but sometimes that makes things stronger, especially after an intense Christmas period of pay and play. This round of games wrapped it up, and some ended emphatically, going into the FA Cup weekend. Arsenal underwhelmed...
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2012 Ends Now (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Warning: This is not a year review. The pod just get a bit nostalgic. With so much going on for each team it is understandable that some are suffering in this time. Villa, Newcastle and QPR. Winning out: Chelsea and United. The pod also take a look at 2012 over all and the form of the entire year. What does it mean? Morgan breaks down some of the stats. Of course, the Christmas period has had some classic games, is this down to good play or bad defending? To have such good form over...
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Presenting (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
When it comes to Christmas football it tends to help if you try to look at it without the Christmas: just focus on the celebration and sheer amount of football happening. Then think about how the players deal with it. This is a busy time for football and it doesn't feel like letting up. Some people are used to receiving their Christmas present, Sir Alex had to fight of this whilst RM didn't send his wish list away in time and got: nil. That's fine, but when you get nil and your neighbour...
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Holiday For Some! (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Not everyone has to celebrate Christmas to bask in the light of a Barclays Festive Behemoth, so the pod gather around the flaming wreck of Aston Villa and take a look at the action of the weekend. First up, Chelsea. They then move to Manchester and take a look at the challenges facing both managers. There is lots of football to come so let's contextualise. Football means different things to different people, the pod discuss what a plan B actually is and whether it's needed, they look at...
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Point Pick-up Game (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
In Wednesday's pod we let Matt take charge of things as Chelsea visit Leeds. Rafa Benitez has now seen 17 goals during his tenure as Chelsea manager - is this enough to appease those Blues fans that wanted him out before he'd taken charge of his first game? Elsewhere, Arsenal put five past Reading then signed up five players to new contracts. Theo Walcott remained hauntingly absent from the picture. We discuss whether Arsenal should bow to his demands to try and sell him in the New Year -...
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Conversion Conversation (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
In Sunday's pod we start be analysing Chelsea's unfortunate 1-0 defeat at the hands of Corinthians. The Brazilian side needed a single goal to win the game in Rafa Benitez's final game (see what we did there?) as Chelsea manger. We also dissected Saturday's lunchtime affair in which a plucky Newcastle were overpowered by a dominant Manchester City. Roberto Mancini wished Sir Alex Ferguson a happy Christmas after the game - what would you get Mr Mancini on the 25th if he was coming round for...
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Me 'n' The Derbies (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Derby weekend and Super Sunday did some dominating, but to put that in context the rest of the league decided that football was back on the agenda for them too. All accept Stoke and Villa. This week the pod break down on tactics, goal celebrations and memeing. The featured game is City v. United as United made it out of the stadium with a late winner from RVP, but not before Rooney had masterfully undermined Mancini and his men with some lovely individual skill and a glue like performance...
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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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All The Better To Michu With (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Chelsea fans march on as Rafa feels his way into the role. No one knows what they expected from Rafa joining the club, but somehow here we are…Chelsea losing 3-1 to West Ham. History repeats itself in some ways. Sam looks happy as Benitez can't quite see what he's done to deserve this. The pod dissect the long and short of the Chelsea situation: but how does that change the play? What would you do if you were at Chelsea? Meanwhile at the top of the league Manchester continues to dominate,...
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Mid-weekness (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
It was the first round of mid-week games, with goals, gaffs, and torrential rain! Harry finally took the QPR dugout but was only able to get a draw on his debut - do you think the wheel....I mean 'football manager' can keep the Hoops up? Let us know in the comments section! Meanwhile Brenden Rodgers proved that while possession may be 9/10ths of the law, it doesn't win you football matches - as Gareth Bale scored twice (kind of). We also previewed this weekend's fixtures, in which Man City -...
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It Boourns (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
The Premier League hierarchy maybe be changing yet again, managers come and go but the league remains. It does not remain stable though, as United go top whilst City and Chelsea look flat. Swansea draw with LFC. Newcastle drop to the Saints and Villa manage to hold Arsenal. There is a strange lack of respect around the league this week. A lack of respect for reputation for good form. Managers be ware, they are looking for a new victim. Do you think MOn is doing a good job at Sunderland? Let...
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What's Di Matte with them? (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Sometimes things just end because it feels wrong, but sometimes things end because you are too scared to see what will happen. With that said, should RDM have gone from CFC? The pod discuss this in part one and look at the interim manager: Rafa Benitez, making a return to the Premier League in quite good shape: Chelsea fans may have to come up with more affectionate terms for him now. I just hope no one orders a wine on the bench. Fact is, this is ruthless football from Roman and he doesn't...
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What’s cooler than being cool? Ice cold... (EPL Talk...
…alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, okay now Wenger: we bon' break this thing down for just a few seconds. So don't have have me break this thing down for nothing, I want to see your team on their best behaviour, gimme some gum, I am your…podcaster. We are going to break Arsenal and Spurs down a little this week. Take a look at the North London derby with guest: Natasha Henry, freelance journalist, in London. As well as London, the pod look at Owen, diving; the possibility...
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I thought you said billion... (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Wildly enjoyable international friendlies for all involved this week. Go to EPLTalk.com to see Zlatan's goal: it's worth the typing. But you've clicked, poked and hit to here so the pod decided to talk mo-nay in section one. What would you do with 5bn of money in a sport? Do you think other models do a better job? Is the EPL unique? Is football unique? Our featured game this week, Arsenal – Spurs. Plenty of analysis to follow this weekend, Morgan brings us pre-match stats and previous for...
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Motions Eleven (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
We've passed the ten game point in the Premier League and as we all say, it's time to look at the sides in a wider context and break down where they have been and where they are headed this season. Some evaluations might sound a little harsh but this is the point in the season that people begin to look at why they are so happy or sad with their sides. Performances now can earn a manager plaudits or some 'rest'. Our guest this week, Jamie from 3for3 joins us and talks about Aston Villa. He's...
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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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Efforting? (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Perspective isn't always a good thing in the Premier League. By that, the pod mean that you can justify anything from a perspective, you just have to chose the right one. At this point in the season, it's about time to step back and take a look at your own. If you think your side is boring, does that reflect on you at all? We always say it, ten games in and it's about time that we took a look at the season so far, but also the run to come. They begin to come thick and fast right now and the...
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Ghouls Galore (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
In a special Halloween episode of thr EPL Talk Podcast, the podcast crew discuss the ghoul-fest we were treated to mid-week thanks to the League Cup where Reading-Arsenal and Chelsea-Man United produced an incredible 21 goals between them. Plus, there's plenty of Premier League previews for this upcoming weekend. Laurence, meanwhile, is currently sunning himself in Spain.
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Red Letter Day (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Gameweek 9 of the English Premier League had plenty of talking points, particularly about Sunday's matches, which were quite a Red Letter Day. Torres and Ivanovic being sent off, Luis Suarez diving in front of David Moyes, and one English referee — Mark Clattenburg. FIlling you in on all of the weekend's action and talking points are Morgan Green, Kristan Heneage and Matt Duncan. Laurence McKenna is away on assignment.
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Dar-win At Any Cost (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Breakdown in the UCL for 3 of the four. Sir Alex and United prosper, or do they? Chica looking sharp with movement and vision which United need this season. By contrast, the other British sides looked stifled by their opposition. Both home and away. Arsenal struggled whilst Chelsea stumbled and City capitulated. What does this mean for the league? There is a big Merseyside Derby this weekend, with both sides depleted in numbers through injury or suspension, who looks best when covering their...
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Kick It Where? (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
So, we tried to tackle the whole race thing. That didn't work, so why wear the T's right? Some people are questioning it in the league. Rightly so too, why pay lip service to something you don't believe in? Some people can probably relate to this, it's an issue close to most players hearts and some take it more seriously than others. When you think about it, we're actually witnessing history in the making as players decide not to wear a shirt. The PFA was cool with it, if they are: you...
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Run and Hide (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Don't go anywhere, it's the EPL Talk Preview podcast. Stats, hacks and FIFA complaints. With the farce of international football now over: yes there was good football –no there was not truth or honesty. Our featured game is Spurs – Chelsea and we look at relegation. Who goes down then the chips are flipped on the table? Morgan takes a look… Any football stand out to you during the inter nation break? Let the podcast know: EPL Talk: @epltalk Kartik: @kkfla737 Kristan: @kheneage Matt:...
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Skyfall (EPL Talk Podcast)
Lot's of discussion on this week's podcast. International talk, stats on winning the league and news of Twitter which no one wants to hear about. Could you be more excited? I know…so whilst they squark about Twitter why don't you express your opinion on some of this week's issues? Discussion and percussion as the pod bash around about Michael Owen again; Cuba escapes; and cheering at a game. Speaking of cheering, what do you think of cheering at grounds? Does it change when a team gets more...
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Come Together (EPL Talk Podcast)
In a week between Premier League football the pod decide to chat about morals. Great, you might think. Yet, Wonga was also discussed on this podcast. Lovely, you say. Statistics too. Wow, I think. The pod also find out that Kristan is a model. Striding the catwalks of Newcastle with ease and next to the best footballers of that generation. Do you think you could cut it on the catwalk? Let the podcast know: EPL Talk: @epltalk Kartik: @kkfla737 Kristan: @kheneage Matt: @mattcrduncan Morgan:...
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El United (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Some lovely football played around Europe this weekend and why should the EPL be any different? Well, there weren't any headline games as we know them but even the pod's featured game of United – United had history and rivalry woven into it. Unfortunately, we have to pick over the bones of Newcastle whilst United skulk away into the international darkness, leaving us to wonder how they are evolving: is it pretty? Mark Hughes gets the Morgan treatment in section two whilst Kartik and Kris...
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United for You (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
There is great history in Premier League games, many of them come through from old rivalries: born before the premier league was even a glint in our English eyes. So when the Uniteds meet: Manchester and Newcastle it is a special occasion because early offerings of the 90s games were hot. Keegan, Batty, Faustino. Now Newcastle are a force again in the league and trips to SJP or SDA are difficult again. Relegation benefitted the Geordies and now they are looking at a top four finish, but to...
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derby derby derby (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Derby weekend as Wenger takes on Di Matteo and Villa face Brom in Brum. Both were 'politically tactical' matches where managers were just happy to get away with a good performance. Even Wenger will take positives from the match at The Emirates. Liverpool faced Norwich whilst United were beaten by a very well set out Spurs side. With the UCL coming up for EPL sides, we look forward to those matches whilst Kristan gives a beautiful review of the food in Sunderland. Where's the best food you've...
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Belgian Waffles (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
In an all English pod, the crew dismantle some of John Terry; a little of the court case and some of their own self-esteem as the FA fine and ban John Terry. The details still seem sketchy at time of recording, but in broad terms John Terry has done something wrong on the football pitch: this one didn't involve falling over. Pod also feature Arsenal - Chelsea as the game of the week: looking at a back line of steel for Arsenal contrasted with a front-line of technicalisms and exuberance at...
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Breaking News (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Breaking news comes towards the end of the podcast. As John Terry reveals that he is quitting…England…national…football. Yeh…as the pod comes to terms with the opinions and ramblings of the feverous media we look forward to the League Cup and back at the weekend. Featured match: Liverpool v Manchester United. Second match: City v Arsenal. Let us know your thoughts on the game. Or…join us, in your ears. Or join us with your fingers, be part of the Twitter community: EPL Talk: @epltalk Kartik:...
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Shake Hands (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Lovely! It's time for UCL reviews and weekend previews…not least the pod featuring: Liverpool vs. United at Anfield. An emotionally charged game at the best and worst times: differing fortunes for both sides might mean that rivalries are forgotten off the pitch the pay tribute to the 96, before the first game back at Anfield since Liverpool and the world read hundreds of shocking pages. At times like this, your most bitter rival might know the anguish you feel almost as well as you do. Both...
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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...
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Coming To The Fore-th (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Welcome back. You know it feels nice to be back in the warm bosom of EPL. Lovely to have you back, pull up a chair and kick back. We start with a cold story on the podcast and review some of the initial reaction to the Hillsborough Report. We will stay up to date with the events to come, but initial conclusions are elated to get the information freed, yet sad to see what they read. We review the news in section two. Then feature United and Wigan as they return from international break....
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Have a Break, Have a Podcast (EPL Talk Break Podcast)
International break time and the podcast are fine with it. Why cry over crocked players? Stoke certainly don't…but Laurence poses the question: are we not giving international football enough credit? We discuss strikers, strikees and touch on international football. Links to our best articles of the week are: Luke Moore’s article on short termism & giving AVB time: http://betting.betfair.com/football/lukethelayman/luke-moore-give-avb-patience-and-time-at-tottenham-040912-300.html Diamanti...
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Things are Changing (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
This weekend the pod is in the mood to chat. Encouraging you to listen to the entire podcast, we try to squeeze so much in. There is discussion on United, AVB, LFC and Wenger's system. Let it flow. We look through all of the games, assess some of Southampton's new signings and if a choice of kit is so important. Matt is so happy with the new signings whilst Kristan didn't see enough in's, in the North-East. Tranfers still haven't had the full amount of time to kick in but we get the feeling...
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Transfer Window Closed (EPL Talk Special Podcast)
It's simple. The transfer window is closed. EPL Talk wants to take a look over the transfers. Plenty of final day sagas but very few big money transfers. What does that mean for the league? A different time of transition or austerity? Which transfers stood out to you? Which people will impress in the league this season? Join us, in your ears. Or join us with your fingers, be part of the Twitter community: EPL Talk: @epltalk Kartik: @kkfla737 Kristan: @kheneage Matt: @mattcrduncan Morgan:...
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Martin lol (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
There is so much going on in the EPL this week. Will managers have time to look at their squads for the weekend? Will they even know who will be in their squad by the weekend. That's arguably a luxury for some Premier League managers. We look forward to the weekend and take the time to go through some of your comments to build up to the weekend. Article time: Good ol’ Henry Winter:...
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Quality divide or divisive? (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
When it comes to second impressions then the Premier League had a good chance this weekend, with matches of quality both Saturday and Sunday. United got a chance to play at 3pm, rare. Man City were supposed to crown the weekend off with Liverpool. Anfield will be the pods initial focus. They can't stay there for long…as Swansea, Everton and Chelsea impress. United looked markedly improved without Wayne who will be out for a while with a gash on his leg. When it comes to challenges, Sir Alex...
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Second Chance Sunday (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
With one half of Manchester disappointed and Chelsea seemingly in rampant "mediocre" looking form it is time to relinquish the first impression of the opening weekend and start a fresh! EPL Talk feels the same… We feature Liverpool v Manchester City and discuss the rest of the weekends action. To see the articles Richard talks about, go to: Charlton: http://prosoccertalk.nbcsports.com/2012/08/22/letters-from-london-one-night-in-the-valley/ Rangers:...
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Welcome to Now! (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
So we actually got to see what the first weekend of the new season looks like, because it happened…no, it was not satisfying for all. Yes, there were plenty of goals. No, we didn't learn everything about every team instantly. We did learn that 5-0 is one way to impress. Shocks in there? Not after last season, a season of hype and shock. This will feel different, it will feel like a progression towards something but no one quite knows what yet. So far, it means that there is strength in what...
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It's Here! (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
The season is finally here. And as the weekend approaches the pod take a preliminary look at the games being played on Saturday and Sunday. They also chew the fat on RVP to MUFC whilst AW choses to move on straight away. Jilted lover or clever player? Arsenal have 24m in the bank. United have a slightly greyer Robin. Plenty of games to get stuck into, so the pod look into the history of the some, the context of others and the shear tenacity which Southampton will have to show against the...
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Destiny 15-20 (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
These clubs were destined to be here, at least West Ham will tell you that. Aston Villa might not be so happy to be in this quarter of the table, but it makes their life compelling for others. So go on, be compelled. Go on! The mix of ability and anticipation at the beginning of the season is lovely. Don't let predictions and analysis bring you back down to earth just yet. There is such strength throughout the table that each of these sides could find themselves battling late on into the...
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Mid-Table 9-14 (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Welcome back! When you get to mid-table then how do you measure success in a season? Well we look at the candidates to move and shake within the table. Who will be left shaking in their boots and who will move to warmer climbs? Fulham have the potential to excite us next season and Martin Jol is ready to bring that out in his side. For this reason: can Fulham keep hold of Clint? Fulham might have 'good issues' this season but West Brom has Steve Clarke whilst Swansea have Michael L! We all...
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Positions 5-8 (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Competition is what the league has strived for from day one, now we have a truer sense of a competitive league (or at least one with challenges for title contenders) how does that feel? For some, it bites. Just look at the teams in 5 to 8 who didn't have everyone pulling in the serendipitous-velocity to victory last season. Newcastle United know how it feels to have pressure, but this is a new kind of pressure to deal with for Pardew and his men, second season pressure. Whereas Chelsea are...
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Back! Top Four (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
The EPL Talk podcast slides back onto the scene and into your feed with a smooth transition from summer lovin' to season looming. With the 2012-13 season looming, there are 20 teams to discuss in the Premier League. We discuss them ALL over four special podcasts, the first: Top Four last season. Everyone is writing, tweeting and subscribing to it, but there is one thing that we want to do: talk about it. As a team, we want to include opinion from people who enjoy the game and have a view to...
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Euro 2012 Daily: And now, the end is here… (EPL Talk...
They say the spectator often sees more of the game- meaning in theory, we've all had more than our fill of European football. We take one final pod to evaluate the tournament- what we've learned, our personal highlights and what this tournament means for both Europe and matters closer to home in the Premier League. With our very own Laurence Mckenna having spent the last month in Eastern Europe, we also get his thoughts on both the games, and his work with Adidas interviewing both fans and...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Campeones (EPL Talk Podcast)
Spain do it! Surprise? Well the pod discuss how much of a surprise this was. What does it mean for both teams and who has come out of the whole final looking good. Both team, seems to be the agreement for this one. Maybe you disagree? Spain won 4 – 0 but it was far from simple for Italy, who laboured throughout the match, whilst Spain looked effortless in their efforts. Does this mean we can stop hating now? As always let us know what you see as important in this tournament. Join the chat on...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Final Preview (EPL Talk Podcast)
Yesterday, oh the final seemed so far away... It's here, Italy versus Spain in what will decide the best country Europe has to offer. With Spain's heavy possession play a key factor, we look at how previous possession underdogs have faired. We also look back at the two sides road to the final which ironically began with a draw between the two. Spain lined up with no striker that day, will Vicente Del Bosque be tempted to go forward-less again in the final? Meanwhile Italy have reached the...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Final Build-Up A (EPL Talk Podcast)
It's time to look forward! The final is the only thing which remains of the tournament and as the EPL Talk podcast arrives in Kiev we sit down for a five minute breather and some Kiev beverages: pronunciation is hard sometimes. Nevertheless, here we are, Kiev. What lies in store? Well, a full preview tomorrow, today we're gonna catch up with ourselves. Mario is having yet more media relations issues, but not in the way you'd think. Transfers don't stop during the Euros, so why are all the...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Italy beat Germany (EPL Talk Podcast)
Italy outplay the Germans and themselves, rocking Warsaw and showing that favourites come in different shapes and sizes. Unfortunately, it means that tournament sweethearts Germany are out of the competition with a lot to think over. Thinking is one of the things they will have to do if they are to progress in the next tournament as most Germans describe the abject display as 'slow', 'thoughtless' and 'unloweable'. It certainly sets up the final in an interesting way. Mediterranean night is...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Semi-Spain (EPL Talk Podcast)
Spain go through! Nothing more exciting than a semi-final shoot out. Especially after 90 minutes of thick, thick football. Who was the man of the match? Who deserved to go through? Penalties might be a cruel way to go out, Ronaldo can tell you that from a position of experience. Was that the last chance for him? What did we learn from the match – going into the final? Could the game have been different? Were the match-ups right? There is a Germany – Italy Semi-Final to come, Kris and Morgan...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Semi-Preview (EPL Talk Podcast)
It's time for Portugal – Spain in an Iberian derby to end all derbys. Spain have the chance to enter a third successive major final whilst Portugal are on course for success with Ronaldo and co. flattering to deceive at the tournament: making it through and then working on it from there. With such a contrast in styles, how will both sides lineup? To discuss this, Kris, Matt and Morgan join Laurence live from Warsaw. The pod also discuss, Phil Brown, Africa and french attitude. Which is most...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Time to Talk (EPL Talk Podcast)
It's one of two off days. Both: great days. Good time to sit back and chat a little bit. A lovely debate. So let's talk world-class and what it means to be 'world-class'. Does England have a player of that level? Rooney? Gerrard? Hart? We start from your points and build on that with Kris, Matt and Morgan. Outside of being 'world-class' we chat transfers, money and who get's paid the most. Who tops the table? Who deserves to top the table? Let the pod know what you see as important in this...
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Euro 2012 Daily: That's Amor (EPL Talk Podcast)
Italy crash into the semi-finals, whilst England crash out. Penalties make it all better for the English press though, I guess they can make a difference to the opinion. Opinion will be split on this, but does that mean that England did well or not? To devour that: 4 people join Laurence live from Warsaw. Excitement is fast building as the semi finals take shape, so how will they go? Let the pod know what you see as important in this tournament. Join the chat on Twitter: EPL Talk: @epltalk...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Spaincast (EPL Talk Podcast)
Spain go through. France crash out, even if the damage is reparable: the press are disappointed with their analysis points.Those analysis points: worth a look. The special point of the podcast: Richard Farley returns to evaluate the tournament so far and look at the favourites: Spain and Germany. How does their football differ and how can we debate their tactics? It makes sense that the two should contrast each other. At this point Spain are meta, so how do we evaluate them? Contrast Spain...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Greece slips up! (EPL Talk Podcast)
Friday night fun ensued with Germany and Greece playing out a goal heavy knockout round. It wasn't entirely plain sailing for favourites Germany however- as Celtic striker Giorgos Samaras cancelled out Philip Lahm's early strike. After that Joachim Lowe's side raced through the gears scoring three unanswered goal including a wonderful finish from Dortmund winger Marco Reus. Far from deterred Greece finished up the scoring through Salipingidis in the 88th minute via the penalty spot. So as...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Czech mate Portugal (EPL Talk Podcast)
It's down to the knockout stages- meaning everything is on the line. In the first of this rounds games Portugal ousted the Czech Republic via a narrow 1-0 victory. Cristiano Ronaldo was the recipient of the goal after some neat play by Joao Moutinho- the Real Madrid striker really hitting form at the right time. Do you think the frontman will silence his critics during the tournament? Moving forward it's Germany and Greece's turn to impress. The Greeks are withoutGiorgos Karagounis but will...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Day Off, For Some (EPL Talk Podcast)
Days off aren't really days off in football. Especially in a tournament, you're always thinking of the time ahead, which match is next. Who you will face, visualising, scheming, imagining. So when it comes to days like this, the pod is no different! We are visualising with you! Join Laurence McKenna and Morgan Green as they go through some of the riders who ran but didn't hop the fence. Poland and Ukraine are both out, how will that change the tournament? Netherlands go home, will you miss...
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Euro 2012 Daily: D-oubt Sets In (EPL Talk Podcast)
England and France make it through, but only by the skin of their teeth. Sweden ran France into the ground whilst hosts Ukraine made life difficult for the islanders. Overall, the more interesting Quarter-final ties won out. The configuration: something to marvel at as England face Italy and France come up against Spain. Zlatan finally gets his holiday, but we continue to work at EPLTalk with news on AVB at Spurs: a good appointment in the making? As always let us know what you see as...
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Euro 2012 Daily: C You In The Next Round (EPL Talk...
The favourites from Group C progress. Surprised? Well, no considering the mixture of play that has been shown in the group. Two pragmatic if troubled sides have progressed and look to face opposition who upset the applecart in the next round. With Spain and Italy through it only validates the quality in the competition. In other news Nikky Benty got fined 100k for pulling his pants down and Demba could be wishing Newcastle Ba-bye. Both counts: trouble out of nothing or worth the grind the...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Group B-lief (EPL Talk Podcast)
Group B took a different approach to Group A when it comes to qualifying, though it looked just as likely that a team would score. No worries, Germany and Portugal will step up. Right? Right! Cristiano and Ozil would be proud of their countries. Meanwhile Rangers don't have a fixture list yet and who will go where in the transfers? Group C is also less wide open than first thought. As always let us know what you see as important in this tournament. Join the chat on Twitter: EPL Talk:...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Underdogs Unite! (EPL Talk Podcast)
Saturday night and it's the final countdown! Group A saw simultaneous kick offs with everything still to play for. In the end Greece and Czech Republic were the winners with victories over Russia and Poland respectively securing their safe passage through to the next round. For the Greek's the plaudits were taken by captain Giorgos Karagounis who's single goal was enough to give the Blue and White's their first win of the group stages. That left Russia in third and Dick Advocat cutting a...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Good Friday (EPL Talk Podcast)
Rain was the theme for Friday's Group D games. Be it goals or torrential downpour it made for an exciting climax to the second round of fixtures. A delay to France versus Ukraine saw England's battle commence fifteen minutes later than scheduled. After thunder and lightning it was France that came out victors by two goals as Ukraine struggled to penetrate the Gallic backline. Then in the Evening game, England took the spoils in a five goal thriller- not before Sweden could take a 2-1 lead...
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Euro 2012 Daily: See the C (EPL Talk Podcast)
Poor Ireland, they just can't catch a break at this tournament, yet they still have a chance of influencing the group structure, makes perfect sense right? Yes, and now they've been pummelled by Spain they can move on to creating havoc and influencing the Euros. Funny how Trap might still have a say in Italian football… In the pod today, Group C begins to shape up, but again first matches have let some down and now it's a final day scramble to finish top of the table. Torres looks better for...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Group B-haviour (EPL Talk Podcast)
It didn't get much better than Group B. We knew that one 'big-gun' would fail. However we didn't expect it to happen with such little fight: and such a public shaming of the Netherlands team. A disparate looking side, desperate to achieve but not ready to do the necessary. As it stands no one goes out, but as you will hear: there are few people who want to see Netherlands win when their squad act like this. On the other hand, Germany lead the group with play and passing befitting of the new...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Rivalry (EPL Talk Podcast)
When it comes to rivalry, it doesn't get much more heated than Poland – Russia. Laurence comes live from Warsaw, where he was inside the stadium. Morgan and Matt bring us up to speed on media coverage and Kristan brings transfer news from across the continent. Whilst Harry is in trouble at Spurs, there are few positions which looks easy at the Euros either with the entirety of Group A in with a chance of making the Quarter-Finals. Who will make it? Based on these performances, the group is...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Group of D... (EPL Talk Podcast)
England. It is that simple, Roy brought them out to play and play they will under Hodgson as he sets them up to be a typical England team with a contemporary twist. The Ox offered the twist but the French chose to stick and pulled away with a draw. This makes group D even more interesting now because of the way that power isn't always in your hands. I Roy's tactics paid off and Egnalnd win: we'd be singing his praised, but as it happens there are still points to sing about: what would you...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Sunday Service (EPL Talk Podcast)
Sunday normally means a day of rest, but not for the teams in Group C as they kicked off their Euro Championship campaigns. In the early game Spain and Italy were an equal match for each other meaning they had to share the points. With Di Natale taking just minutes to open his account, will he see a starting selection in the next game perhaps? Meanwhile for the Spanish there was no striker, at least to begin with- and even that didn’t stop them scoring through Cesc Fabregas. We finished the...
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Euro 2012 Daily: A to B (EPL Talk Podcast)
First impressions can be important, they have the potential to last. Most people wonder how they fade, well, in this tournament: with good performances. Group B didn't offer a solid ground for impressions that any of the teams are leaving. Luckily there is still time to change that, it is limited though and that is what makes these opening games so compelling. Germany and Denmark now lead the group after 'typical' group opening results. Netherlands and Portugal sit bottom of the group....
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Euro 2012 Daily: All Eyes on A (EPL Talk Podcast)
What a start to the tournament. Seven goals, two games. If this continues…wow! The pod gets excited for Poland and Ukraine as the opening ceremony seemed to touch the hearts of at least two podders. Looking at the style of football, it wasn't long until the players felt the same way. Mood in Warsaw was reliant upon an open and relaxed first game. Thanks to an awful lot of control and a huge amount of organisation we can finally talk about the football. Beautiful passing, frustrating runs and...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Warsaw to Kiev (EPL Talk Podcast)
The talking is over! That's not true…it's only just beginning on the EPL Talk podcast. Today: racing to the opening of your football advent calendar: who would you want inside the first door? Speaking of doors: will any of group A be able to hit the barn one? Only one way to find out. So it's the opening game. And Warsaw couldn't be more excited, Laurence reports live from the scene and previews the feeling around the city. What is the feeling like where you are? Let us know what you think...
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Euro 2012 Daily: All of the Lights (EPL Talk Podcast)
Stadium lights, flash lights, street lights, shiny lights. All of the lights in Warsaw are on and shining towards the stadium. Beautifully lit on any night after 9.30, the stadium will advertise the score and critical points in the game for all to see outside whilst the inside will be going crazy for the national team. On this pod: Laurence steps out at night, Kristan picks a fight and Morgan gets it right. The pod look at Rio and Roy yet again; European transfers seem to be hotting up as...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Hotlines (EPL Talk Podcast)
If it's news you want. News you get, EPL Talk will keep you up to date with all the Euro 2012 news in audible form. Three people join Laurence on the podcast, Kristan, Matt and Morgan. They express opinion on friendlies in leading up to the tournament. What do they indicate? Transfer news, there is plenty. Not many big name European signings, but a lot of "American" rumours flying around. Hulk to where? Of course, with Arsenal being called into question over RVP's future they had to have...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Continental Drift (EPL Talk Podcast)
The news broke just hours ago, EPL Talk is moving to Poland and Ukraine for the Euros. Laurence McKenna touched down in Warsaw today and will be bringing updates and build up from the tournament throughout June and July. If you want to get involved or send a request for content to the podcast then join us on Twitter or email Laurence: laurencemckenna@epltalk.com Whilst travel and transit are fun. There is nothing like a good podcast, Euro build-up continues and we review a Spain friendly....
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Euro 2012 Daily: Through The Wire (EPL Talk Podcast)
Squads continue to change. Players continue to rotate. Liverpool have 6 players in the England squad, people are questioning why but it shows the strange cross-over between season and competition. Rumours surrounding the tournament continue for many sides, as Buffon of Italy and Sneijder of Netherlands have quite public gaffes. Under such scrutiny there are likely to be small blips like this on a daily basis, but how healthy is that for the growth of football? Dirk Kuyt, formerly of...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Friendly Fire (EPL Talk Podcast)
There were some impressive 'friendly' results as we build up towards the tournament. So it's time to evaluate and report for the podcast. England's performance seemed to reinforce some of the conclusions that we've already made about England, elsewhere: no so much. We discuss Paul Lambert, why people move around at times like this and which player follow (if they can.) Does it upset you or make you excited for next season? Is there a 'right time' to move on from any club? How many managers...
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Euro 2012 Daily: Black Nets (EPL Talk Podcast)
Preparation: a vital part of any football lifestyle. So in preparation for Euro 2012 we are starting the 'daily' podcasts here. Running alongside the players in training, speaking with journalists and aggregating information for you in one digestible section. Welcome. On todays update: Squad adjustments in Italy and England. Whilst, Brendan Rodgers joins Liverpool as Ledley King looks set to continue at Spurs. Could Hulk be on his way to Chelsea? Two big money signings in one summer, surely...
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Euro 2012 Group D Preview (EPL Talk Podcast)
Group D is one of the most fascinating, from an English perspective. For the French it is a new start and a chance to prove themselves. Sweden have nothing to prove as a team, but as individuals they surround Ibra and make a lovely supply line. Ukraine have a wonderful technical side and without a qualifying record it looks difficult to assess their chances, apart form the wonderful league form of many their players. There is an extended section on England and Roy Hodgson, how well will they...
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Euro 2012 Group C Preview (EPL Talk Podcast)
It doesn't get much better than this. Period. Big names, big sides and under-dogs; well mixed in together and all with a point to prove. The difficulty for Group C is that they have been pitted against each other, so in that mix, what does it mean for each side? Spain still remain the team to beat. That scalp may make them even more motivated to win in this tournament, but now they have proven themselves at two tournaments in a row it doesn't look like they want to slow down. Italy will be...
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Euro 2012 Group B Preview (EPL Talk Podcast)
When it comes to Group B, we are in for a treat. History, heritage and 'hate' – of sorts. So how will the football be played? How much does that change for the new generations who are making their own narrative in this tournament? With Germany, Holland, Denmark and Portugal mixing up the style and approach to football it is a clash of approach and style for Euro Talk as we look at the background and entry from each club. Super-stars from across Europe only line this group as the grit and...
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Euro 2012 Group A Preview (EPL Talk Podcast)
Introducing, the EPL Talk Podcast: Euro 2012 Coverage. As we move closer to the tournament it is time to take a closer look at the teams involved. So, without further ado: Group A is in review. With four teams and four groups expect four podcasts. Each pod will look into the personnel, practices and potential of each team. In Group A: hosts Poland; previous champions Greece; solid Russia; and historical Czech Republic. What might appear as a group of teams with very little to offer in...
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Season Review (EPL Talk Special Podcast)
It takes some time to review the season. So much to fit into one pod, which is why this podcast is almost the length of two EPL Talk podcasts…but worth the time and effort as the regular podders take on morality, money, moronic tweets and missing empty nets. Really? Of course, looking back can be difficult so we look forward to more seasons and managers as sackings, cups and players move around europe. Kartik broadcasts from Florida where Roberto Martinez decided to 'divert' his 'holiday'....
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Chelseans of Europe (EPL Talk Special Podcast)
It's a UCL Special! Chelsea have won it! And that leave so much for us to talk about, ownership, management and player power are all discussed on the podcast! Come on in, the words are warm. AVB, RDM, RA or JT, all letters lead to success for Chelsea this season as we see a penalty shoot-out and unprecedented scenes in Germany. History has been made. Right? And of course Sammy Ally is back in the EPL. What do you think? West Ham deserve their place or are you sad to see Blackpool lose out....
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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? Everyone…well, apart from Downing. Do you feel bad for him? Just because the players he has supplied have let him...
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Blue Moon! Red Horizon! (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Manchester City win the title. Beating out Manchester United on goal difference. Sir Alex was gracious in defeat which Roberto seemed to be in dreamland. Manchester celebrates as neutrals ponder who to hate next season…either way City have caused a new kind of upset. The likely upset. And in such fashion. To contrast their emotion: Bolton are relegated after making themselves so consistent in the league. Owen Coyle must be wondering what he did so wrong. Joey Barton won't sympathise, he...
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Almost Over (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
It's the final day of the season, come Sunday. So get to it! The pod certainly does, we look up and down the league to see who will end up where at the end of the season. It really isn't that far away. With the top far from decided, we look at the mentality of both sides. It is City vs. United. Sir Alex vs. Roberto. The people just behind them as far from safe in their position either. But more disappointing, the bottom of the table looks like it's pretty much decided. Damn. So it's between...
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Probably Two Happy Robertos (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
A weekend of literal and narrative cup finals for north and south. Though it was interesting to see where they took place. Liverpool visited London whilst United hosted and City went to "The Shore". All results lead to dejection and jubilance. Overall, London comes away as the happier City. So, what about the clubs left with defeat to ponder. The pod takes a look at how defeat can shape a team and sum up a season so well. Section One focuses on Manchester whilst Two follows the agitation and...
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FA Cup Final Weekend (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Don't let the title deceive you (literally Fergie), this podcast might include FA Cup content, but that doesn't stop us from welcoming Jamie Whitehead onto the pod for 3for3. The pod talk Italy, USA, England and journalistic values. Manchester is obviously still suffering from the fallout, the podcast discuss that and the potential of all other sides to make the top four, in review. With Chelsea facing Liverpool this weekend, there is plenty to look forward to, though the rivalry now is a...
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City vs United (EPL Talk Special Podcast)
It's a Manchester Special. Need was say more? The pod looks through the wreckage and what-the-heckage of tonight's match. Mancini and his mind-games vs. Sir Alex and his team in flames. Or is it so bad? Let us know on Twitter, join the conversation: EPL Talk: @epltalk Kartik: @kkfla737 Kristan: @kheneage Matt: @mattcrduncan Hack: @TheHackReport Morgan: @Morgan_Green Laurence: @lozcast Here are the different ways you can listen to the EPL Talk Podcast each week: Listen via the Flash player...
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Build-Em-Up (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Without either Manchester side in the mix this weekend we see a peak in the exciting football as teams hone their side and make a push to be the most impressive in the league. Is it a question of too little, too late? The pod look at the top four credentials of all runners. Excellent goals were on the menu as hat-tricks from Suarez and Torres spun a season which could have been so disappointing into a success, it took time but with goals of this quality it was worth the wait, right? Of...
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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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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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The Heat Is On (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
How do you focus? When it's this hot you just stumble around, so the pod follows the trend and staggers between Manchester and London in an attempt to cover all. So we split it up into bite size pieces. Manchester is United as a City by their title hopes, but divided when it comes to where the trophy will finish up. As United draw, City win and suddenly the Etihad has never looked so enticing. Next Monday there will be a raw of approval from both sets of fans as blue and red take to the...
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Chelseason Conclusion(EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Chelsea finally make some waves in April, not too little too late. In fact, they've hit form at the perfect time. Of course, form is temporary: just ask AVB. But it is important to find it at the right time. Most people credit that to Roberto and his positive outlook at Cobham. One Roberto who has been less positive but getting results resides in Manchester. As his side chase Sir Alex at the top of the table, does game order really change the way that a season pans out? Or is that just...
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JFT96 (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
The FA Cup final has two teams. It meant that thousands of people were left disappointed this weekend, as Chelsea and Liverpool progress to Wembley on the 5th of May. David Moyes and Harry Redknapp rue their missed chances, whilst an old cup competition rivalry is rekindled. The league ran a reduced schedule, but still impressed with quality at both ends of the pitch, goalkeepers taking centre stage and midfielders showing their range. It doesn't stop Manchester from dominating the top of...
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The View From Wembley (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
With the FA Cup coming up this weekend and the title-race taking another turn, we're in for yet another frantic weekend of football, rivalries ablaze! United might have slipped, but what does that mean for them? Experience over all: if so, are Liverpool automatically in the Cup final? With three different time zones in one pod, we welcome Morgan Green to the podcast. As he has written for EPL Talk before he comes with pedigree. Hear his discussion on Chelsea's management, form and roster....
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Dissent is for losers (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Games come thick and fast at this point in the season. The pressure can often be too much to take. It seems to be increasing and showing more as Man City begin to crumble under the pressure. Long term demise or short-term blip? Both will decide the title and rivalry outcomes this season. The league seems to have taken a profound shift towards 'decided' as we hurtle towards the end of the season. Relegation looks more certain for Wolves, whilst nerves are getting the better of other sides....
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E.P.L. Friday (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
So much can happen in so little time. Between the weekend and Thursday: United have put one hand on the title and Chelsea have secured a two-legged tie against their bitter UCL rivals Barc. Both teams in a confident mood, but how will that change the weekend's football. The pod deconstructs the goings on and mid-week news as the four podders try to make sense of Pennant on Twitter, Pulis on Social-Networking and Liverpool on…anything right now. There is a preview of the big game at the...
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Support Stan (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Title defining weekend? You can only connect the dots looking backwards, but it seems that the press have already placed United's hands on the Title. City might feel insulted by that, but they insulted themselves with some childish displays of disrespect on the pitch. Does this hand the cup to Manchester Red or is there still time for a turn-around? Of course, the podcast title makes a difference to our subject matter, "Stan" receives an honourable mention and dedication during the podcast....
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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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Mind Games (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
The mind games have started. The pod begins their own this week, as Laurence quizzes the podders with Opta quiz questions, play along (spoiler, you'll win.) Along with that the cast look at City, Liverpool and Arsenal: with such diverse fortunes this season, how is it possible to keep hope as a fan? The podcast welcomes a new contributor: Ahmed Yussuf contributes with his opinions on Arsenal. If you like his words, check out his work here: http://truegooner10.blogspot.com.au/ The biggest...
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Aftermath (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Mid-week games are always so positive in the league. They can shape our perceptions of a side, because we see them outside of the usual 'weekend' context of intensity and scrutiny. Though it can also open a team up to a true analysis. With that in mind, the pod discuss the return of Carlito and Mancini's tactical acumen as we enter the final part of the season. We also preview the weekend's football and take a look at whether QPR's win actually makes a difference to their season. Does belief...
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Pray For Muamba (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Considering the events which have passed this weekend the EPL Talk podcast would like the send out the most positive sentiment to Fabrice Muamba and his family. For that reason, the pod starts with an update on the situation and a brief word about the situation. In that frame, the football played seems a lot less significant, but there were positives to some of the actions on the pitch this weekend. To analyse those, 4 podders sit down to review a dominant United; Newcastle keeping the...
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No Diving (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
A big FA Cup weekend begins are a mixed week of European excitement ends. Either way, EPLife goes on: Manchester are still in the ascendency and London are still hoping. With critical games to come up this weekend, preparation could not be any more separated for our European adventurers. The EPL still has a huge vested interest in the FA Cup, and why not? Dave Richards is very proud of the national sport, so why not take pride in its cups too? Well…all is discussed on an all English pod. How...
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Where did all the goals go? (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
Well, the goals came in dribs and drabs this weekend, so did the quality. The pod can relate…as the four podders gather around to witness United climb to the top of the table, Kartik looks at the deficiencies in City's lineup and the strength in United's. Rooney coming through for Sir Alex again. Elsewhere Chelsea scrapped a 1–0 win whilst Aston Villa did the same. Why such a lack of goals? Blackburn looked handy with Junior and of course Sunderland continued their consistency with a 1–0...
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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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Chel-see-you-later (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
AVB took the first BA out of LCY, so CFC appoint RDM to show TLC: proving ANI. Roman will be ISO a new LTR to bring RL back to SB. What will kkfla think of this? Find out inside this week's pod, as we start with a full Chelsea section – something new? Who is on the list to replace him? Will the plan continue? Then we change tactics and approach the title: who has the impetus in this race? United took their chances but haven't taken control of a game for a while now. Title winning mentality...
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The New Kit Bag (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
A tiny international break is followed by some huge games in the league as it is north vs south again in the EPL. Liverpool host Arsenal whilst United travel to Spurs. Title influences mean that both matches have a say on how the top four could look at the end of the season: so who will win out? To break it down Kristan and Matt join the pod to discuss all manner of goings on. Can referees be right 92% of the time? Does less international football diminish the importance of the game? Why...
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Goals Galore and Plenty of Stamina (EPL Talk Review...
In this weekend's wrapup of the major stories from the Premier League, there's plenty to talk about including Liverpool winning their first piece of silverware in 6 years, Arsenal thrashing Tottenham, Ryan Giggs making his 900th appearance, Manchester City impressing against Blackburn, and much more. Laurence is on assignment in Milan, so this episode is hosted by The Gaffer who is joined by Matt Duncan, Kristan Heneage and Kartik Krishnayer. All of the above topics are discussed plus the...
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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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Cup mp3 (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
FA Cup weekends mean so much to the EPL Talk podcast. They give a great chance to look at the situation from a completely different angle. Conclusion? Yeh, playing lower division teams is harder than the TV says it is. AVB should be angry. 'Arry got away with it. Kristan tells a lovely story about Demba Ba, whilst Matt looks at Leeds and Warnock. Hmmm. Both in precarious positions, but for very different reasons. The same could be said for our teams in the EPL, Arsenal look shattered whilst...
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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 office…well…you 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...
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Shake-Up (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
If happiness is valuable then Liverpool must be saving theirs up for a rainy day… Kenny Dalglish, Luis Suarez and the Anfield collective doing their best to share as much depression around the league as possible. Disappointing for a set of supporters who seemed ready to move on after realising their own ridiculous situation. But as it happens, Patrice Evra is no longer the one stuck between a rock and hard place. KD is…and this rock might be hard to shift. To assess the fall-out and cave-ins...
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What the? (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
An incredible week in 'Football News' means that not much has happened on the pitch. Liverpool and Spurs played out a 0 – 0 whilst a cat became the highlight of Twitter on the night. On the news: Fabio gone and Harry should be in, but when and to what end? The pod discusses. The money in the game keeps swirling around as Barc and Real gain more monetarial ground in the international stakes. Does anyone care? Possibly about as much as we care for Mertesacker and his winter break... Our...
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Super Bowl Soccer (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
It is Super Bowl weekend! So we respectfully nod at that and move on with the biggest game on US television this weekend. Chelsea faced United at Stamford Bridge, AVB lost out on all three points as United gained the respect of the league by coming back to draw 3–3 at the final whistle. Penalties all around! Arsenal thrashed Blackburn 7 – 1 whilst the rest of the league battled in the snow. It meant that many were frustrated by the standard of the pitch, but the standard of football withheld...
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Window Shopping (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
The Transfer Window has now slammed closed. We got excited and decided that it was time for an EPL Talk Special. With no 'huge' names changing hands the pod didn't pour praise on any of these players. It's a good thing, we have a stable season in the Premier League. It may currently be regarded as a good thing. Does the league understand their restraints better now? The pod also look at the midweek games, season changing points were earned by United as City dropped points to Everton: what...
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The Grey Matters (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
When it comes to colours in football red and blue have to be the dominating shades. Especially this weekend, but grey is the subject this week as all of the grey areas in football seem to be expanding. To discuss that, the pod look at the Anfield Rap; London Calling; and Gunner revivals in the FA Cup. But don't let that get you down. Liverpool beat United at Anfield, but the supporting cast stole the show... Also, as the transfer window closes again, the pod find it hard to get excited about...
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Cups, Cups, Cups (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
With so many cups in just one week, the EPL feels like it has been broken up. However, the FA Cup has become somewhat of a figure of fun in the English press, despite attempts to make it as nostalgic as it once was. With Liverpool progressing against City and hosting United this Saturday, the cup seems very relevant to the EPL season. With cups in mind, the pod review the result of Liverpool v. City in the Carling Cup and assess if this will change the trajectory of either club in the coming...
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Under-Qualified and Over-Exposed (EPL Talk Preview...
Manchester manage the double over London sides, but have they assured their place at the top of the tree with such assured performances? Both Spurs and Arsenal gave good accounts of themselves, but in very different ways. We assess the angles and angst felt in London whilst Manchester looks forward to another title. Liverpool and Chelsea were also shaken, with poor away performances to opposition that both sides would expect to beat. Is that the problem? The Midlands also experienced an epic...
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Super Sunday Sounds Surprisingly Stimulating(EPL Talk...
Super Sunday comes but once/twice/thrice/quaice (delete as applicable) a season. So when it does come around we are all used to being very excited by it. But often it can let you down. Well, not this year –we're all interested in the intricate narrative which weaves itself throughout the season. Slicing through City and United. Two teams challenging for the top: London clubs. Spurs and Arsenal. They are the pretenders to the Champion's throne as Manchester looks to retain it, as long as they...
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Think Inside The Box (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
With the league throwing up more shocks/stumbling blocks this weekend it appears that there is no such thing as a normal season anymore, we can't get a consistent top side and we're all disappointed with a draw…what has the league come to? This requires some inside the box thinking: analysing form and tactics. Pretty much what you'd expect of a podcast. The very least! To do that: Kristan Heneage joins Laurence McKenna to review the games of the weekend. In the lump of football we review...
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Midweek Games ARE Good Fun (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
The Premier League shows no sign of slowing up in the coming weeks, even after a hectic holiday schedule. If anything it is getting more intense. So the pod is here to work out where it's all going right for your side. This week Kristan Heneage and Matt Duncan cross-section; Man City and their spending; Liverpool and their lack of confidence; and why Spurs could be a legitimate worry up north. Harry has been tipping other players in the transfer market again and annoying a certain club with...
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Return of the King...kladze FA Cup Weekend (EPL Talk...
In an extended podcast with 4 pundits, scattered around the world we discuss the return of Paul Scholes, Henry and the winning ways of Sir Alex. In a controversial and compelling game United ran out 3–2 winners. We pick over the bones and work out where both teams go from here. In Cup news, we have seen some of the most epic FA Cup goals of a generation but very few upsets. The EPL may be strong, but can they sustain such a rush of games so soon after Christmas? We also look at the...
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FA Cup Weekend (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
It's late, but the pod is finally here. This week we put four people into the conversation and discuss United vs. United; United vs. City; and Liverpool vs. The World. We also discuss the history of the FA Cup, what to expect in the 3rd round and why it is still relevant to the premier league title. Our featured game of the weekend is City vs. United so give us your thoughts on that through Twitter. Tweet along with the podcast and give us your views for the next show: EPL Talk: @epltalk...
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Happy New Year (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
On an extended pod we discuss Suarez, Sir Alex and Silva. With the 'topsy-turvy' results which have presented themselves it is clear that this holiday period has been full of surprises, not least for the high-flyers of the EPL. Sir Alex has floated the idea of three more years, does that automatically mean that he will win more titles in that time? Kenny Daglish and Liverpool might have made his job a little easier by taking the title of 'most hated club' away through their protection of...
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Kristan Heneage (EPL Talk Interview)
Today, Newcastle based journalist Kristan Heneage, who has seen his name spread across the football blogging world in 2011 featuring on EPL Talk, MLS Talk and FourFourTwo and The Guardian, to name a few. You know him as one of the voices on the podcast, but his knowledge stretches much further than the Premier League, so we sat him down to talk MLS, PSG and USA. He reveals his plans for the next year, players who have caught his eye and why Charlie Adam has taken an interesting but formative...
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Hungover? (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
These match days could be remembered as when United took charge of the league. They've said it once and they'll say it again. Don't count them out. But not all is lost, at least there were some draws in there. This run of games is known for being up and down but if someone can put a run together then it makes the league a lot more interesting. Both Fergie and 'Arry are the two men doing that right now with both Spurs and United putting in convincing performances whilst the rest of them just...
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Kartik Krishnaiyer (EPL Talk Interview)
EPL Talk sits down with Kartik Krishnaiyer to assess the season so far and look forward to 2012. Laurence McKenna hosts the EPL Talk pundit to cover Twitter; the blue moon rising; Liverpool's fortunes; Tiote in Newcastle; and what 'beauty' has done to football. Tweet along with the podcast and give us your views for the next show: EPL Talk: @epltalk Kartik: @kkfla737 Laurence: @lozcast
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The Gaffer (EPL Talk Interview)
In an EPL Talk Special we speak with the creator of the Talk Network – Christopher Harris, a.k.a. The Gaffer. We discuss the season so far and who he thinks deserve a special commendation in 2011. We also look at the highlights of the season so far and what The Gaffer expects in 2012. There is also a look back at how EPL Talk has changed and how Chris sees the format of the site evolving as blogging continues to permeate the sporting hierarchy. Tweet along with the podcast and give us your...
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Holiday Glee Begins (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
The glee begins but reality has set in at the FA as Luis Suarez was charged. However the process is far from over. In the first section of the EPL Talk podcast we look at the initial reaction and what might come of the harsh words spoken by all parties. The FA still has a lot to learn about PR… Apart from the news, the football has been excellent, delivering drama and class in equal amounts. We bring that together in section two as Kartik and Kristan get the opportunity to analyse all nine...
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Dig, dig, digg (EPL Talk Review Podcast)
The run must come now for some managers. So this pod is to review the weekend which set up the Christmas period. Positivity might rein at the top of the league but nerves will be frayed as injuries and points begin to stack up in someones favour. Kartik and Kristan take an in-depth look at City – Arsenal; Wigan – Chelsea; and Villa – Liverpool. Whilst the rest of the league prepare to catch up with Manchester, what do their fixtures look like? EPL Talk devotes a segment to Manchester and how...
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Advent Calendar Mix Up (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
Spurs and Birmingham crash out of Europe, but no one seems to mind: what doesn't kill you…etc. Well it seems that positivity is wide-spread as we climb the hill towards Christmas. Teams are building themselves up. The general consensus is that we can't right anyone off until New Year, January is gonna be interesting! In this week's pod we review City x Chelsea, including the fallout from that game. AVB has been doing better, but decisions have gone his way, whilst Mancini could feel...
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The Weekend It All Came Together (EPL Talk Review...
The big names didn't dominate the league this weekend and it gives a chance to assess what is going on for the rest of the league. It is BEAUTIFUL! Football won out as freedom of the pitch was granted to some of the best strikers of the ball in living memory (Riise missed a few too…) But then the frustration set in and Spurs felt hard-done-by as the referee made some controversial calls which ultimately cost 'Arry and the lads the game. How did you see it? United beat Wolves 4 – 1, but is...
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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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Check Yourself, Before You: *Delete as appropiate* (EPL...
We're all very good at rushing to conclusions about our managers. The tone on the EPL Talk podcast is one of understanding, as we get get to grips with Steve Kean, AVB and MO'N. Transition into December and the critical Christmas points approach, all of the managers want to approach this with a run so that the stampede of games which happen between Christmas and New Year don't floor your team. That is why it is critical for the managers and teams to be in harmony as Advent begins. So when it...
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The Human Kick (EPL Talk Preview Podcast)
The pod is small this week. We take time to look at Sunderland and their Brucelessness; Liverpool and their Luclessness; and the Carling Cup with it's significance. Cup competitions are a nice punctuation to a season, but what more can it do to boost an ego? We dress this around the basis that the human side of sport is what makes it one of the most endearing sports when it comes to narrative, often without trying to be. Looking forward to next weekend, what do you think is the most...
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Tribute to Gary Speed (EPL Talk Review)
This EPL Talk podcast is in tribute and includes a tribute to Gary Speed, passing at the age of 42 most regard this as a tragedy in football and on a personal level. Many in and outside of the press were shocked and saddened by the news which broke on Sunday morning. We regard this as a time to mourn and celebrate Gary for his achievements and memories. Our thoughts are with his friends and family. As mentioned in the podcast, here is the Craig Bellamy interview, in which he pays tribute to...
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Oh, to be Champions! (EPL Talk Preview)
Arsenal have turned it around! They are the only English club who consider this week a successful folly into the clouds of Europe. United and City both underwhelmed whilst Chelsea were nothing short of dumbfounding in their lack of cohesion. AVB demands that he can motivate his players, but the pod consider what it is like to break the Mourinho mould. Is it a step to far for the man who used to sit on Jose's back room staff? Sunday is already calling for Roberto and Kenny, but whilst the...
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Transition for Chelsea, City, United, Arsenal…etc. (EPL...
After a week of controversy and covering-backsides the EPL got back to business and it was nice to see. It is hard to over-estimate the significance of these results in the season as teams still feel like there is so much ahead of them and still a mixed record behind them. Christmas is the time to set things right and this weekend seems to have set that up quite nicely. Stamford Bridge saw our featured game please Johnson and co. as they walked away with a victory, but we assess how hollow...
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Racism and Racing to Conclusions (EPL Talk Weekend...
This week saw Luis Suarez charged by the FA, but what does this mean for his career and how we deal with abuse in the game? Suarez maintains his innocence whilst his manager and club stand by him. The task for the FA: working out his intention. It is not to be underestimated how difficult a task this is. To put a happy sheen on a dull week in football Kartik Krishnaiyer has a special announcement. Listen carefully to what he says about England and Fabio Capello, do you agree? The pod also...
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Premier League Representation (EPL Talk Podcast Weekend...
The Premier League might not be playing right now, but that doesn't stop the players from representing their countries. Taking long flights, scoring or not...and generally making managers nervous about the state of their health. Not least Harry Redknapp. The pod discuss international fixtures and the EPL players involved with a huge number flying aroundthe world to make appearances. Luckily for English representation they only had to make it to Wembley and so we start our analysis there. We...
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Which United Tribute? (EPL Talk Podcast Weekend Review)
This week the pod pays tribute to the rise of Newcastle. They have taken a space in the press which you couldn't have seen coming see coming, even just a month or two ago. But what has made them so successful? Pardew? France? Jonas Gutierrez? Ashley? Tweet along and give us your views. We also look at Sir Alex's 25 years and how influential he has been on the league. Is it coincidence that he shares this anniversary with EPLTalk? 6 Years of EPLTalk, Kartik takes a look back. United and City...
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Don't Count Them Out (Review Podcast)
If this weekend has taught football anything…it is not to write anyone off. Lesson learnt as Chelsea underestimated their London counterparts and came away with more questions than answers. Arsenal fans should be proud of their team, but the pod ask if every week will be like this for Arsene Wenger and his Captain Vantastic. John Terry has made a name for himself, what do you think of him? We discuss his actions and if they make him racist or merely part of a much wider network which makes...
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Another Premier League Derby Weekend (EPL Talk Podcast...
It's another weekend of derbies in the Premier League -- everything from Chelsea against Arsenal to Spurs versus QPR. While we're not expecting another 6-1 result, Jesse Chula and The Gaffer discuss the mid-week Carling Cup results as well as look ahead to gameweek 10 of the English Premier League. There's even time for a post-preview discussion about football shirts, Why Always Me and more.
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Why Always Me? (EPL Talk Podcast)
In one of the most entertaining weekends in the Premier League this season, there were plenty of talking points for Kartik Krishnaiyer, Jesse Chula and The Gaffer to discuss including Manchester City's thrashing of United, Liverpool's draw against Norwich, the "rugby match" between QPR and Chelsea and much more. A ton of topics were discussed including: where the City win ranks in the history of the club, whether Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is fast becoming a replacement for Theo Walcott, how...
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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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Looking Forward To The Weekend (EPL Talk Podcast)
The return of the preview podcast. It brings a whole host of interesting issues with it! Kartik Krishnaiyer and Joseph Weathered join Laurence McKenna to talk about the break, TV and local rivalry. The pod sums up some of the positive aspects of international football as we start to work towards the next break. If you want to have your say or contribute to the EPLTalk Podumentary about the relationship between international football the league then email laurencemckenna@epltalk.com . All...
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Let's Take Stock (EPL Talk Podcast)
The International break is a great time to take stock of the EPL season so far. Over this break the pod will be excreting podcasts about football issues and news. The usual analysis and feedback is there but without the structure of matches and competition. If you want to put forward a topic for discussion then email: laurencemckenna@epltalk.com Up for discussion this week: International football and why it can only get better; money in the big game, why Man City are good for us all; and TV...
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Derby Delights (EPL Talk Podcast)
The pod focuses on the local clashes this week. The north east and London were both treated to a double bill of local rivalry. We take a look at what a difference local rivalry makes to the league and how geography can change 'just another match'. Referees were at the centre of the controversy this weekend with missed penalty calls and harsh decisions. Is a closer relationship between player and referee necessarily a better thing? Phil Neville doesn't seem to think so. And the pod takes a...
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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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A return to glory? (EPL Talk Podcast)
The Carling Cup has thrown up some interesting situations for our EPL our the past few years. But with so much significance put on the big competitions it can be forgotten. This week's podcast looks at why the League Cup still holds significance for so the league. To start, we digest Owen Hargreaves comments about his rehabilitation at Manchester United. Was he right to speak out now or is this just press hype? Sir Alex will voice his opinion in the Friday press conference but hear what...
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A Good Weekend (EPL Talk Podcast)
The pod concludes that this is the best weekend of football that we have seen so far this season. With simultaneous competitions getting underway in September it is now time to use squads more wisely and see who has spent well. A few weeks out of the transfer window and the first signs of buying with forethought might be showing at the top of the table. With a glut of big games on Sunday this podcast is presented in two-halves. Saturday and Sunday. Saturday offered a show of class and...
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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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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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International Break Is Over! (EPL Talk Podcast)
The relief can be heard that the international break is over and the Premier League has returned. The trio of Laurence, Kartik and Jesse discuss the performances by England, the unfortunate death of a Wales fan, the romanticism of international football, whether England is considered "a London club," where Garry Cook stands after his recent alleged faux pas, whether Royston Drenthe will be one of the most inspired transfer signings, and -- last but not least -- a preview of this weekend's...
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Premier League Transfer Window Roundup (EPL Talk Podcast)
With the transfer deadline day finished, Kartik and Laurence dissect all of the major moves made during the August transfer window. The duo look at buys made by specific teams such as QPR and Manchester United, as well as which clubs made the panic buys and which ones made sensible moves.
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EPL Weekend Review Show, Gameweek 3 (EPL Talk Podcast)
On today's review of the Premier League Gameweek 3 weekend, there are plenty of hot topics to talk about including whether Manchester United against Arsenal is still a big rivalry or not, where the Gunners go from here, as well as a review of each of the games from this past weekend. Bringing you the show today are Laurence McKenna, Kartik Krishnaiyer and Jesse Chula.
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Premier League Midweek Review Show (EPL Talk Podcast)
In this week's episode of the Premier League Midweek Review Show on EPL Talk, Laurence and Kartik discuss Manchester United's win against Tottenham Hotspur as well as transfer news including Joe Cole, Samir Nasri, Luka Modric, Juan Mata, Joey Barton and more. Also discussed are Arsenal's mid-week triumph over Udinese plus the Carling Cup matches. The pod then looks ahead to the Premier League matches scheduled for Gameweek 3 -- and how everyone is looking forward to seeing Man United against...
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Premier League Weekend Review Show, Gameweek 2 (EPL Talk...
After another exciting weekend in the Premier League, Laurence and Kartik are back to dissect all of the matches. Tons of topics are discussed including the Juan Mata transfer to Chelsea, the Tyne-Wear derby, the latest on Luke Modric - is he going or is he staying, and - of course - the fiasco that's happening at Arsenal. Also discussed are the other matches including Aston Villa getting their first home win under Alex McLeish, how important Liverpool's win over Arsenal was, Karl Sears...
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Premier League Mid-Week Review (EPL Talk Podcast)
In the first Premier League mid-week review show of the season, hosts Laurence McKenna and Kartik Krishnaiyer discuss Monday's game between Manchester City and Swansea, as well as the mid-week matches involving English sides. Plus two EPL Talk bloggers come on air as guest contributors to lend their opinions (Matt Duncan and Karl Sears), and much more.
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Premier League Opening Day Review Show (EPL Talk Podcast)
Kartik Krishnaiyer and Laurence McKenna sit down to discuss the opening weekend of the 2011-12 Premier League. They go through each of the eight matches played through Sunday -- and cover the numerous talking points from the weekend including Arsenal's performance against Newcastle, Liverpool's home debut against Sunderland, whether West Bromwich deserved to lose against Manchester United, and much more.
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Welcome to 2011/12 (EPL Talk Podcast Season Preview)
The Premier League is back! Kicking off a new season, we see the return of Kartik Krishnaiyer and Laurence McKenna as they dissect the Community Shield and look forward to a brand new Premier League season. In this special 90 minute episode, the team analyzes each club in the Premier League and their chances for this coming season. Also, Laurence catches up with EPL Talk bloggers The Gaffer and Earl Reed to get their thoughts on some of the major stories.
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Craig Bellamy Interview (EPL Talk Podcast)
EXCLUSIVE: EPL Talk sat down with Manchester City striker/winger Craig Bellamy recently to get his views on a variety of topics including what it was like to play under managers Mark Hughes and Gary Speed, as well as what it felt like to score those memorable goals for Liverpool against Barcelona and for Manchester City against Man United. The Welsh striker was in Orlando, Florida last week to coach children at the 2011 Disney Soccer Academy. Organized by Midwest Soccer Academy, youngsters...
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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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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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Survival Sunday Preview (EPL Talk Podcast)
Hosts Kartik Krishnaiyer and Laurence McKenna bring you a preview and expert analysis regarding the final day of the Premier League season, coined Survival Sunday.
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Silverware, Relegation And More: Weekend Review Show...
In this EPL Talk Podcast weekend review show, Kartik Krishnaiyer and Laurence McKenna dissect the FA Cup Final, Manchester United winning the league, West Ham getting relegated and plenty of the other major storylines from Gameweek 37. Laurence also discusses what it was like to visit Wembley and Stamford Bridge this weekend, and what those experiences were like. Manchester City supporter Kartik Krishnaiyer examines what the victory means to him as a City supporter, and much more.
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