Breaking The Lines Audio Podcasts

Breaking The Lines Audio Podcasts

By Breaking The LinesSportsSoccer
Download on the App Store

Breaking The Lines Audio Podcasts episodes

  • Cortalinhas Episode 18: Dramatic for Portugal's Squad in the European U-21 Championship Final

    Zach had a great discussion with Matthew Marshall from Portugoal.com regarding the European U-21 Championship final.

    Additionally, they've discussed:

    - Germany and the insightful analysis of an unexpected champion
    - Gedson Fernandes & Raphael Leao's disappointing participation with the U-21's Seleçao
    - Florentino Luís and other Portuguese young players and their contribution to getting Portugal in the Final.
    - FC Porto Academy's participation in this thriving Portuguese squad.


    Plus, Cortalinha's popular section, The Talent of the Week.

    1 hr 13 min
  • Cortalinhas Episode 16: Part 3 - João Félix and his future for next season and the Talent of the Week

    Zach has a very special guest for this episode... Gabrielle Amado, a reporter for BeIN Sports USA.

    This final part is dedicated to João Félix. Discussing his future as a player for Atletico de Madrid, what teams could have the leverage to pay for this expensive transfer, also that fits on his style of play and talent.

    Plus, Cortalinha's popular section, The Talent of the Week.

    17 min
  • Cortalinhas Episode 16: Part 2 - Portugal detailed squad for the upcoming Euro 2020

    Zach has a very special guest for this episode... Gabrielle Amado, a reporter for BeIN Sports USA.

    This part is all about Portugal Squad and the upcoming Euro 2020 

    - Fernando Santos controversial fullbacks and center-backs selection among a wide range of options

    - Midfielder’s puzzle with many talented players integrating the final list.
    - The unanimous Forward line-up and other players who might help in a secondary role.
    - Nani missing out on this competition besides his experience and other players who weren’t called due to injuries
    - The ideal line-up for Portugal if there’s a hypothetical final against a Top Rival.

    Plus, a parenthesis mentioning Nuno Spirito Santo leaving Wolverhampton this season and who might be the possible teams for him to coach next season.

    34 min
  • Cortalinhas Episode 16: Part 1 - European Leagues Season Recap, Portugal U-21's Squad, Taça de Portugal Review

    Zach has a very special guest for this episode... Gabrielle Amado, a reporter for BeIN Sports USA.

    In this part, they've talked about her amazing career, how did she get the chance to work in one of the most important sports media companies in the US, and about her experience as a sideline reporter for Orlando City SC, one of the most promising clubs in the MLS.

    Also, reviewed:

    - Season recap of La Liga, Ligue 1, and the Turkish Süper Lig... Analyzing the Champions of each league and the Portuguese players that were protagonists on their teams.

    - Portugal's U-21 Squad that could play in the next UEFA European Under 21 Championship
    - Taça de Portugal Final Review, Benfica SL vs Sporting Braga.



    31 min
  • Cortalinhas Episode 15: Marcus Alves interview, 'Super Classico' Analysis Benfica SL vs Sporting CP, Taça de Portugal Final, and more.

    Zach interviews Marcus Alves, a Brazilian journalist of Portuguese football for BBC, The Telegraph, Bleacher Report, FourFourTwo, Kicker, among other major media companies.

    They have talked about his distinguished career and explained the reason he started writing about Portuguese football.

    Additionally:
    - A full review of Matchday 33th in Liga NOS. Making emphasis on the unexpected victory from Benfica against Sporting CP in another edition of the "Super Classico"
    - Debated on how Benfica SL has to restructure their squad for next season on key positions.
    - Sporting Braga's irregular and almost disappointing season, discussing how they could save it by winning the Taça de Portugal final this weekend.
    - Analysis of Brazilian players who might play for Portugal National Team in the next UEFA Euro Nations Cup.
    - FC Porto's situation, ending this season without winning a title.

    Plus, Cortalinha's popular section, The Talent of the Week.

    51 min
  • Cortalinhas Episode 14: Sporting CP finally are Champions of Portugal after 19 years, "Os Leões" and their journey for that long awaited title.

    Zach and Tom Kundert, creator of PortuGoal, discuss everything about Sporting CP's first title in 19 years:

    - Their victory against Boavista at José Alvalade Stadium making them the new Champions of Liga NOS / Tom's experience inside the stadium watching such a historic match.

    - Analysis of Sporting CP's protagonists through the whole season.
    - Rubem Amorim's process as 'Os Leões' manager and how he has built a squad to fight for the title.
    - Sporting's young promises and what to expect from them for next season.
    - LIGA NOS Matchday 32nd review. European competition qualifications and the relegation battle.

    Plus, a surprising choice from Zach on the 'Talent of the week' popular section.

    1 hr 1 min
  • Cortalinhas Episode 13: 'O Classico' Benfica SL - FC Porto, Sporting CP and the inevitable countdown for the League Title, Mourinho and his new challenge with AS Roma,

    Zach talks with Tomas Da Cunha, an amazing commentator for Eleven Sports Portugal & TSF, and creator of 11Medios.

    Listen to them discussing:

    - O Classico Benfica SL vs FC Porto... With polemic plays that gave a lot to talk about, also the outcomes of that important match and what's coming next for both important teams in Portugal.

    - Sporting CP and their win against Rio Ave putting 'Os Leoes' one step closer to their first league title in 19 years.
    - Liga NOS Matchday 32 review with current and new managerial changes for this and next season, and the scary fight for relegation in Primeira Liga
    - Jose Mourinho's new challenge in Italy with AS Roma. What to expect from him and for his new team

    Plus, Cortalinha's popular section, The Talent of the Week.

    1 hr 1 min
  • Cortalinhas Episode 12: Liga NOS Matchday 29 review, another step closer for Sporting CP to get the league title, FC Porto clinched the UCL Group Stage and Benfica's unusual season.

    Zach and Jaime Silva had an entertaining discussion, reviewing the 29th Matchday of Liga NOS.


    Main Topics:
    - Sporting CP suffered a win against a brave Sporting Braga, getting closer to the league title.
     Mentioning Sebastian Coates and Adan as the unexpected leaders for Os Leões.
    - FC Porto draw with Moreirense in a very controversial match.
    - Benfica SL struggled to win Santa Clara, making emphasis on their unusual season and the causes for their irregular performance.

    Plus, Cortalinha's popular section, The Talent of the Week.

    54 min
  • Cortalinhas Episode 11: FC Porto and the declined invitation to join the ESL, Liga NOS update, Taremi vs Marega as the main striker, 'Tecatito' Corona's contract renewal and more...

    Zach and Adriano from @FCPortoCentral discuss everything related to 'Os Dragoes'...

    - The latest matches and updates on Liga NOS.
    - The recently declined invitation to join the controversial European Super League.
    - A debate between Mehdi Taremi and Moussa Marega as the main striker in Sergio Conçeiçao's squad.
    - Potential players to join FC Porto in the upcoming Summer Transfer Market.
    - "Tecatito" Corona's contract renewal and options for replacing him in case he won't sign a new proposal.

    Plus, Cortalinhas's popular section, The Talent of the Week.

    39 min

About Breaking The Lines Audio Podcasts

From the publisher's feed

BTL curates football opinions, and now we have created these audio shows for all those interesting topics in football: