On this episode of the show, the crew discusses Arsenal finally (FINALLY) beating Man City, Scott McTominay magic for Man Utd, Jude Bellingham & Serhou Guirassy’s scoring streaks, Olivier Giroud going in goal for Milan, we react to the Super Eagles’ team list ahead of the upcoming friendlies and talk about Sporting Lagos’ fine start to life in the NPFL. Here is an outline of our discussions: 

PART 1 [0:01]

~ Intro [0:29] 

~ Quick NBA Trade Talks [2:22] 

~ Arsenal End Losing Streak Against Man City [5:20] 

~ Brighton vs. Liverpool Ends in a Stalemate [12:58] 

~ Chelsea Score Goals… 4 of them [19:02] 

~ Scott McTominay Saves Manchester United [22:27] 

~ Jude Bellingham’s Scoring Streak [31:14] 

~ Serhou Guirassy’s Record-Breaking Start For Stuttgart [35:35] 

~ Olivier Giroud Finds A New Calling [39:09] 

~ Mini Q & A: Worried Or Not Worried? [42:32] 

~ 2023 World Cup Hosts Announced [47:30] 

~ Kevin Prince-Boateng’s Thoughts on Messi/Curry & Ronaldo/LeBron [50:34] 

~ Romelu Lukaku’s Fine Start At AS Roma [56:35] 

~ Part 2 (#BirdWatch) [1:00:49]

~ Reacting To The Super Eagle’s Team List [1:01:10] 

~ Lots of Super Eagles’ Eligible Players Playing For Italy [1:06:55] 

~ Sporting Lagos Topping The NPFL [1:11:07] 

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On this edition of the show, Sola, Dotun, Bayo, and Chike discuss the hottest topics from this past weekend in the football world. As expected, the VAR controversy in the Spurs vs. Liverpool game leads the way for this episode, but we touch on other topics as well; both Manchester teams losing, Ligue 1 updates, Lautaro Martinez’s pulling an Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, the NPFL resuming, and then we play a little game we like to call “Worried or Not Worried”. Here is an outline of our discussions: 

PART 1 [0:00]

~ Intro [0:30] 

~ VAR Controversy Mars Spurs vs. Liverpool Game [3:10] 

~ Brighton Gets Hammered By Aston Villa [15:58] 

~ Manchester United Lose (Again) [23:33] 

~ Girona’s Fine Start To La Liga [26:40] 

~ Lautaro Martinez’s [31:13] 

~ Mini Q & A: Worried or Not Worried? [34:15] 

~ The Marseille’s Coaching Challenges [37:31] 

~ Lyon Hit Rock Bottom in Ligue 1 [43:45] 

~ What Team Has The Best Chance To Pip PSG To The Title? [46:19] 

~ Does Brest Stand A Chance? [49:32] 

~ Part 2 (#BirdWatch) [50:35]

~ The Napoli/Osimhen Saga [51:43] 

~ The NPFL Returns [57:07] 

~ Bendel Insurance Out of CAF Confed Cup But Rivers United Advance [59:14] 

~ AFCON Hosting Bids Update [1:03:03] 

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In this episode, it’s the trio of Bayo, Chike, and Ifedotun holding it down for the show. The crew discusses the North London Derby, Ramsdale getting dropped for Raya, Manchester United snapping their losing streak, Liverpool’s title chances, Ajax in chaos, worries for Chelsea, Newcastle's BIG win (+ our FPL woes), and Federico Gatti’s bizarre own goal for Juventus. We also talk a little bit of NPFL on #BirdWatch, answer some fun hypothetical questions sent in by the listeners, and talk about Chukkie’s dancing. Here is an outline of our discussions: 

PART 1 [0:11]

~ Intro [0:40] 

~ North London Derby Review [3:33] 

~ David Raya vs. Aaron Ramsdale Situation [6:50] 

~ Rodri Sending Off & How Man City Can Cope [11:48] 

~ Man Utd Snaps Losing Streak [13:26] 

~ João Cancelo Inspires Barcelona’s Comeback [19:50] 

~ Newcastle’s Big Day & Our FPL Lamentations [23:44] 

~ Chelsea’s Pains [26:00] 

~ Liverpool’s Fine Start [30:07] 

~ Ajax Crisis [33:35] 

~  Federico Gatti’s Bizarre Own Goal / Our Favorite Own Goals [35:41] 

~ Could Prime Messi Have Scores 50 League Goals In A Season? [40:48] 

~ Part 2 (#BirdWatch) [49:09]

~ Still no return date for the NPFL + New deal with MTN [49:20] 

~ Remo Stars Head Coach, Daniel Ogunmodede Says It’s Title or Bust [54:00] 

~ Which Player of Nigerian Descent Not Playing For The Super Eagles Would You Want? [59:31]

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On this episode of the pod, we talk about Terem Moffi’s magnificent performance against PSG and whether he can help Nice get into the Champions League. We also talk about the Milan Derby, Manchester United’s loss to Brighton, the Champions League preview, as well some #BirdWatch. [Apologies for the quality of the audio in some parts of the Man Utd vs. Brighton bit]. Here is an outline of the discussions: 

PART 1 [0:00]

~ Intro [0:30]

~ Bayer Leverkusen’s Great Start To The Season [02:18] 

~ Milan Derby Reaction [08:09] 

~ Juventus Off-Field Issues [15:22] 

~ Man Utd’s Defeat To Brighton [18:36] 

~ Spurs’ Comeback vs. Sheffield United [43:17] 

~ Quick Champions League Preview [46:32] 

~ Arsenal vs. PSV [46:41] 

~ PSG vs. Dortmund [50:50] 

~ Bayern vs. Man Utd [53:18] 

~ Milan vs. Newcastle [56:40] 

Part 2 (#BirdWatch) [1:00:25]

~ Terem Moffi’s Masterclass vs. PSG [1:00:45] 

~ Saudi Arabia Friendly Announced [1:05:45] 

~ Wilfred Ndidi’s New Advanced Role [1:08:33] 

~ Coach Monday Odigie (Bendel Insurance) & His Bizarre Post-Match Interview [1:11:54] 

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On this episode (which is the second half of the previous episode’s recording), the crew has an in-depth discussion on the Saudi Pro League as well as the appointment of former Super Eagles Left-Back, Michael Emenalo as its first-ever Director of Football. Believe it or not, we somehow managed to bring Hushpuppi into this, while the famous Ghostbusters also get a mention. That aside, a few specific questions were answered along the way in this very interesting conversation. Below is an outline of the discussion: 

~ Side Note [0:01]

~ Overview Of The Saudi Pro League (SPL) [02:18]

~ General Thoughts On The SPL And If The Project Would Succeed [05:10]

~ Are Transfers Like Allan Saint-Maximin’s From Newcastle To Al-Ahli A Worry? [13:23]

~ What Long-Term Impact Can Michael Emenalo Have On The League? [23:38]

~ Is The English Premier League The Biggest Beneficiary Of The Boom Of The SPL? [30:08]

~ Is The SPL’s Plan To Be A Top 10 League By 2030 Attainable? [51:25]

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It’s a full house on the pod this week. The crew discusses Victor Osimhen’s hat trick against São Tomé and Príncipe, his growth as a player, his partnership with Taiwo Awoniyi, and the positives in the Super Eagles’ huge win. They also talk about Benjamin Šeško’s outstanding goal for Slovenia and if the classic #9s are making a return to the beautiful game. Oh, and there’s talk about Jay-Jay Okocha and his comments on the NPFL and more. Also, Coach Sola is now the Head Coach for Sporting Lagos’ Academy - Congrats to him! Here is an outline of our discussions:

PART 1 [0:00]

~ Intro [0:30]

~ Ballon d’Or Nominees List [4:18] 

~ Benjamin Šeško’s Wonder Goal - Are Classic #9s Making A Comeback [8:27] 

~ Favorite Moments from the International Break [18:32] 

~ Luis Rubiales Update [21:55] 

Part 2 (#BirdWatch)

~ Review: Nigeria 6 - 0 São Tomé and Príncipe + Victor Osimhen’s Growth [23:19] 

~ Some Chiamaka Nnadozie Praise [38:30] 

~ Jay-Jay Okocha’s Criticism of the NPFL [39:35] 

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This week on the pod, Chukkie is unavailable to gloat about Arsenal’s win over Manchester United. Sola is also unavailable. Bayo, Ifedotun, and Chike discuss that game in detail as well as a hat-trick of hat-tricks in the Premier League and Chelsea’s loss to Forest. They also review the transfer window as well as give their reactions to the Champions League draws before rounding up with some Super Eagles talk on #BirdWatch. Here is an outline of our discussions: 

PART 1 [0:00]

~ Intro [0:45]

~ Arsenal vs. Man Utd Reactions [05:05]

~ Newcastle United Lose 3rd Consecutive Game [16:44]

~ The Ange Postecoglou Miracle At Spurs [20:13]

~ Erling Haaland Has A Perfect Week [24:57]

~ Early Worries For Chelsea? [28:50]

~ West Ham’s Terrific Start [31:30]

~ Quick Hits [35:20]

~ Transfer Window Round Up [36:55]

~ Reactions To Champions League Draw [54:19]

~ Part 2 (#BirdWatch) [1:00:55]

~ Ndidi’s Failed Move To Nottingham Forest [1:01:00]

~ Alex Iwobi Moves To Fulham [1:03:35]

~ Victor Boniface… Again [1:04:45]

~ Managerial Drama For Eagles & Falcons [1:08:52]

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This week on the pod, Dotun and Chukkie are back but Sola is away on coaching duties. Along with Chike and Bayo, they talk about Luis Rubiales and the pathetic mess he’s found himself in and his strange defiant stance. They also talk about Arsenal’s draw at Fulham, Newcastle’s collapse against Liverpool, Manchester United’s comeback win and if it brought more worries than relief, Jude Bellingham (again), and then they take a look at the last week of the transfer window. On #BirdWatch, Dotun & Chukkie give answers to the question they missed last week, talk about Augustine Eguaveon potentially taking over as Super Eagles interim manager, and finally, if Christian Pulisic’s great start at Milan is a worry for Samuel Chukwueze.  Here is an outline of our discussions: 

~ PART 1 [0:00]

~ Some World Athletics Championship Update [1:35]

~ The Atrocities of Luis Rubiales [4:28]

~ Arsenal Held By 10-Man Fulham [13:50]

~ Newcastle Crumble Against Liverpool [16:40]

~ Manchester United’s Worrying Win Against N. Forrest [22:18]

~ 16-Year-Old Lamine Yamal was MOTM for Barcelona. What were the Pod crew up to when they were 16? [28:33]

~ Is Jude Bellingham a Top 5 Midfielder right now? [32:15]

~ Teams/Players In Desperate Need of a Move This Last Week of the Window [42:29]

~ PART 2 (#BirdWatch) [55:25]

~ Chukkie & Dotun Give Their Preferred AFCON Attacks [55:30]

~ Augustine Eguaveon Rumoured As New Super Eagles Coach [1:01:10]

~ Is Christian Pulisic’s Form A Worry For Samuel Chukwueze [1:04:25]

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Manchester United and their poor display at Spurs is our main talking point this week. Should fans be worried? We’ll speak our minds. We also review an impressive Women’s World Cup tournament now that it's over, Chelsea’s defeat at West Ham, we talk about Brighton, the numerous players who’ve gotten injured, and we round up by discussing our preferred attack for the Super Eagles at next year’s AFCON. Dotun and Chukkie are away this week so it’s Chike, Bayo, and Sola on today’s episode. Here is an outline of our discussions: 

PART 1 [0:00]

~ Women’s World Cup Final Review [2:33]

~ What is going on at Man Utd? [11:54]

~ Brighton keeps winning & scoring [25:25]

~ Harry Kane scores & assists on his league debut + Kylian Mbappé scores on his return [29:16]

~ The Bellingham Brothers both get braces [29:36]

~ Early lengthy injuries to players [31:31]

~ Caicedo’s Forgettable Debut [38:56]

~ PART 2 #BirdWatch [41:25]

~ Alex Iwobi’s Injury [41:39]

~ Taiwo Awoniyi scores for Forest, Victor Osimhen gets a brace for Napoli & Gift Orban can’t stop scoring [44:10]

~ Our preferred frontline for the Super Eagles at next year’s AFCON? [45:00]

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Harry Kane finally left Spurs! The guys get into this move, and what this means for his career. They also talk about NFF’s tasteless statement in response to FIFPRO’s support for the Falcons (it was so bad, Septa Unella from Game of Thrones made an appearance), and the Moises Caicedo drama. But first, they give their answers on who the best EPL striker they’ve ever seen following Haaland’s brace [spoiler alert: it’s unanimous for them]. It’s Chike, Bayo, Ifedotun, Chukkie, and Sola on today’s episode. 

Part 1

~Erling Haaland Opening Day Brace: Are we watching the best striker in Premier League history?

~Arsenal 2 - 1 Nottingham Forest reactions 

~The Moises Caicedo Derby: Chelsea 1 - 1 Liverpool 

~Harry Kane Joins Bayern, Loses on Debut 

~Ruben van Bommel (Mark’s son) scores and assists on his debut… feel old yet?

~Real Madrid’s LaLiga Chances after Courtois & Militao’s Injuries + Mbappe’s U-Turn at PSG 

~Cristiano Ronaldo & Lionel Messi still lighting up their leagues 

Part 2

Bird Watch (Falcons & Eagles) 

Falcons

~Falcons’ exit from the World Cup & Randy Waldrum’s future

~FIFPRO steps in to help the Falcons get paid + NFF responds 

Eagles 

~Good start for Nigerian internationals 

~Tottenham is Interested in Gift Orban 

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