Ahead of this weekend’s Madrid Derby, we speak to Dermot Corrigan about the impressive start Xabi Alonso has made at Real, and about whether Julian Alvarez’s midweek hat-trick can inspire Atletico to improve against their rivals.

We also get Matt Davies-Adams’ perspective on Ange Postecoglou’s start at Nottingham Forest and the emergence of Igor Jesus.

We recap the action from last night’s Europa League, Carabao Cup, and domestic football on the continent, and of course point you in the direction of tonight’s matches.

Presenter: Iain Macintosh

Audio Producer: Helena Fremantle

Video Editor: Deane Thrussell

Video Producer: Shaun Nickless

Writers’ Room: Chris Smith

Social & Web: Lola Katz Roberts, Sophie Manners

Guests: Dermot Corrigan, Matt Davies-Adams

Check out Matt Davies-Adams' 'What The EFL': https://open.spotify.com/show/3qR46cY1txdo5HWnp3fOYO?si=abac480206f5414d

Check out Matt Davies-Adams' 'Straight Outta Cobham': https://open.spotify.com/show/53lDxcOeOKvqI5daKPH9RB?si=bb5aa19fa7a04923