Beckham's Basement Podcast

Beckham's Basement Podcast

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Beckham's Basement Podcast episodes

  • Episode 40 - The LIVERPOOL Episode w/ Guest Stephen Bates - Copa2024 and Euro2024 predictions!

    We welcome 100% authentic scouser Stephen to the show! Liverpool born and bred, and life-long Liverpool RED! 

    Stephen comes to the basement to discuss his growing up around the Fields of Anfield Road and how he chose Liverpool over the Toffees. We discuss the current state of affairs, Klopp's time as manager, what to expect from Arne Slot, who should stay and who should go in terms of players as well as the Manchester United rivalry, both from a sporting perspective as well as economic. 

    If you love Liverpool FC then this is the episode for you. 

    We also talk Trent, Southgate, the Three Lions, and make our Copa America predictions for the final as well as the European Championship. 

     

    2 hr 9 min
  • ICYMI - THE SCHALKE EPISODE - With Richard Kharman & Jack Mangan from SchalkeMerica Pod

    ICYMI - This was a fun episode as we invited our good friends Richard and Jack from the SchalkeMerica podcast over to talk all things FC Schalke 04! 

     

    - What happened after the 2nd place finish to Bayern? 

    - Too many managerial changes in too short of time? 

    - Is the "Schalke way" still the "right way" in 2024?

    - What has happened to the once-great Knappenschmiede which has produced some of Germany's most elite talent

    - Schalke's future still very much up in the air, what is next for the Royal Blues?

     

    All of these questions addressed and so much more!!! We had a blast, and hope that you do too!

    50 min
  • Episode 39 - England Underachieve Into Knockout Stage, Germany & Spain Impress - Brazil Stumbles While Uruguay, Argentina and Colombia Keep Winning

    The Basement talk this week is all about the European Championship and Copa America. The utter chaos that is the English national team, the Belgian disappointment, the lackluster French, the incredibly lucky Italians and of course, the complete collapse of Brazil. 

    Introduction and Group Stage Recap

    Upcoming Matches and Predictions

    Discussion on France and Belgium

    Biggest Surprises and Disappointments

    Disappointing Performance of Brazil in Copa America

    Surprising Results in Euro 2024

    Predictions for Upcoming Matches and Quarterfinals

    Transfer News: Guirassy to Borussia Dortmund

    1 hr 26 min
  • Episode 38 - FULL Euro 2024 & Copa America Recaps AND What Is Up With BVB's Transfer Policy?

    Critty and Nick dive into a full recap of the European Championship as well as the Copa America. Who has disappointed, who has surprised and who needs to do more work before the knockout stage? 

    Copa America is now in full swing and the lads take a deep dive into the group stages and also the turf debacle in Atlanta.

    BVB's transfer policy is analyzed. Why do they continue to let young talent walk out the door when a few million more could secure a long-term signature?

     

    Analysis of England's Performance

    Evaluation of Gareth Southgate's Tactics

    What is the Forward for England???

    Discussion on Germany's Performance

    Belgium suffers massive blow in opening match

    USA's Must-Win Match Against Bolivia

    Mexico Expected to Dominate Against Jamaica

    USA Faces Tough Challenge Against Uruguay

    Dortmund's Reluctance to Invest in True Talent

    The Impact of Player Influence on Transfers

    Reinvesting Money Wisely for Long-Term Success

    2 hr 6 min
  • Episode 37 - Colombia Destroys the USMNT & Full EURO 2024 / COPA AMERICA previews!

    Get Ready:

    - We analyze the thrashing the USMNT took at the hands of Colombia

    - What can be done to turn this underachieving squad around?

    - Berhalter has to go! 

    - We discuss the worst defeat for the USMNT since 2009

    - UEFA EURO 2024 preview - All group stages and our Top 4 teams

    - Copa America 202 preview - All group stages and our Top 4 teams

    - What to expect this evening as we predict the Brazil friendly

     

    1 hr 31 min
  • Episode 36 - SERIE A Review (Best League In 23/24) - UCL Final Review - Germany, England and USMNT Discussion
    - Wrapping up the club season of 2023-2024
    - Inter Milan: The best team of the season in Serie A
    - Surprising teams: Stuttgart, Aston Villa, Brest, Girona, and Bologna
    - Biggest Disappointments
    - Player of the Season
    - UCL League Final
    - Disappointment for Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League
    - Jose Mourinho's hiring brings expectations of success for Fenerbahce
    - Concerns about Gareth Southgate as the manager of the England national team
    - Doubts about Germany's chances in the European Championship
    - The need for a more experienced manager for the German national team
    - Questioning Expectations for the US Men's National Team
    - Lack of Hunger and Pride in the US Team
    - Excitement for the Euros and Copa America
    1 hr 54 min
  • Episode 35 - CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL PREVIEW! - Manchester United Defeat Satan In Epic FA Cup Final

    - The End of Club Football Season and the Champions League Final

    - Controversy and Debate: Relegation Playoffs and Format Changes

    - The FA Cup Final and Manchester United's Performance

    - Player Transfers and Club Prospects

    - The UEFA Champions League Final

    - Analyzing Possession and Tactical Formations

    - Strategies and Key Players for the Champions League Final

    - The Importance of the First Goal and Possession Impact

    - The Underdog Advantage

    - Predictions and Gratitude: A Heartfelt Conclusion

    1 hr 53 min
  • Episode 34 - Leverkusen Makes History, Then Goes Down In Flames - Ten (Seven) Hag and Poch Get The Sack!

    Takeaways:

    - Leverkusen make history becoming the first invincible champion in Bundesliga history

    - THEN... Leverkusen showed up to the Europa League final still drunk

    - Gasparini leaves Atalanta with a beautiful parting gift

    - Teams of the season discussion in Premier League and Bundesliga

    - Seven Hag and Poch get the sack - Now Chelsea and Manchester United scramble for new managers

    - Multi-club ownership discussion continues as supporters clubs fight back against the greed

     

    2 hr 6 min
  • Episode 33 - MULTI-CLUB OWNERSHIP (MCO) - This IS the Future of Football, for Better or Worse

    Takeaways

    • Multi-club ownership in football raises concerns about financial misconduct and conflicts of interest.
  • The City Football Group, which owns Manchester City, has never turned a profit despite its success on the field.
  • Red Bull owns multiple clubs, including RB Leipzig and Red Bull Salzburg, which have played in the same competitions.
  • Eagle Football Portfolio, owned by John Textor, creating conflicts of interest.
  • The conversation highlights the challenges and controversies surrounding multi-club ownership in football.
  • The lack of regulation in multi-club ownership raises concerns about conflicts of interest and transfer market manipulation.
  • Feeder club issues can arise when clubs are treated as secondary to the main club in the ownership group.
  • Supporters may become discontented with multi-club ownership if it hinders their club's success or autonomy.
  • The race for European spots and relegation battles in various leagues are heating up.
  • Dortmund and Leverkusen have had impressive performances in Europe.
  • Leverkusen has the chance to go undefeated in the Bundesliga.
  • The upcoming Champions League final and the Euros and Copa America are highly anticipated.
  • The conversation wraps up with a discussion about the final matches in various leagues and the potential outcomes.
    • 1 hr 34 min

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