Caleb, Nathan and Nick open with what could be their final segment of Messi Watch as the lads react to the news that Barca's greatest ever player will reluctantly be staying with the team. The crew break down Leo's full interview including the significance of his scathing remarks towards Bartomeo and the crumbling structure of the club, and how this could impact the Argentine's play on the pitch in what could be his final year as a Culer.

The boys then begin part one of a three-part Premier League preview series, discussing each team individually over the course of the week as we build towards the quick return of England's top division. This week we analyze the three promoted teams, plus three sides who lingered towards the bottom of the table last season.

We finish things up with our first impressions of the eagerly anticipated Amazon documentary, Tottenham: All or Nothing, reacting to methods behind the madness of "The Special One" Jose Mourinho's first week in charge of the club.

Premier League teams discussed in this episode:

Leeds United, Fulham, West Bromwich Albion, Aston Villa, Brighton and Hove Albion, Crystal Palace

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Caleb, Nathan, and Nick begin the pod this week by discussing the NBA playoff strikes following the shooting of Jacob Blake. We praise the leadership and activism of several players in major leagues across the country, and address the situation regarding Real Salt Lake owner, Dell Roy Hansen, and the reaction from the wider MLS community.

Caleb then mediates a preview of the FA Community Shield, between Nick's Liverpool and Nathan's Arsenal, as the lads debate the impact of fringe players and new signings due to a shortened pre-season. The crew also break down intriguing transfer stories, including the mysterious Thiago saga and the Valencia fire sale, as they wrap things up with a new segment: Messi Watch.

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Nick, Nathan, and Caleb assemble for the mother of all emergency podcasts in order to react to the reports that Leo Messi has faxed in a request to leave FC Barcelona. The lads discuss the increasing friction between Barca and their greatest ever player, how this will effect the future of Ronald Koeman's position as manager, the instability of club president Josep Maria Bartomeo, along with the legal ramifications of Messi's complicated contract situation. The crew also speculate on potential moves for the Argentinian, and whether reunions with Pep Guardiola (Man City), Javier Zanetti (Inter), or Neymar Jr (PSG) are on the cards.

Join us for what will surely go down as a historic day in the global game.

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Nathan, Caleb, and Nick give their immediate reactions to Bayern pipping PSG to their sixth UEFA Champions League title. The lads praise the Bavarians efficiency and creativity, especially star performer Joshua Kimmich. The lads also discuss Neymar and Mbappe's performances, and wonder what changes PSG manager Thomas Tuchel could've made to support his misfiring superstars. The boys then give their thoughts on the restarted UCL as a whole, and debate whether or not UEFA should consider sticking with the entertaining single-elimination format in the future.

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Caleb, Nathan and Nick preview a savory Champions League final contest between Bayern Munich and PSG. The lads break down key tactical battles, including debating the merits of starting a semi-fit Marco Verrati, before pondering if another UCL failure impacts the future of an expensive PSG project and their star players. The boys then praise Sevilla for capturing their sixth Europa League title, over Antonio Conte's stuttering Inter Milan project, and marvel at how the Andalusian side have a habit for rehabbing journeymen talent, including goal-scorer Luuk De Jong and Saudi Arabia bound Ever Banega. The crew then finish the day by reacting to Manchester United's Harry Maguire getting into some very public legal trouble (and fisticuffs) while on holiday in Greece.

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Caleb, Nathan, and Nick react to the immediate fallout stemming from FC Barcelona's era defining loss to Bayern, including the shocking reports that Lionel Messi could be looking to leave this summer. The lads also give their thoughts on who should replace Quique Setien at the coaching position, and ask what the Blaugrana can do to steady the ship in anticipation of a turbulent election year for the club. The crew then move onto discussing Pep Guardiola overthinking Manchester City's tactics to cost them (and the Etihad group) another shot at that heavily sought after Champions League trophy. Could Pep actually be the barrier between the Citizens and European success? The boys heap praise on City's conquerors, Lyon, and preview whether or not the exceptionally well drilled Frenchmen can pull off the near-impossible against their next opponent: ruthless terminators Bayern Munich. Nathan also attempts to get his fellow co-hosts to buy into the hype surrounding RB Leipzig, laying out his case for why the youthful German outfit can upset a determined Neymar, Mbappe, and PSG.

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It's the second emergency podcast in three days and this one is truly a shocker. Nick and Caleb give their raw reactions to Barcelona's 8-2 execution at the hands of a balanced and ruthless Bayern Munich. The lads break down the Blaugrana's worst defeat since 1943, and examine the mistakes which have lead to a third (and worst) Champions League collapse in three years. The duo wonder if this was the last straw for a disgruntled Lionel Messi, and just what the former giants can do to rehab their philosophy and reputation in the near future. They also praise the brutal effectiveness of the Bundesliga champions, and articulate why the Bavarians are undisputed favorites to win their sixth European crown.

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Caleb, Nathan, and Nick assemble for an emergency pod to give their reactions to the first Champions League Quarter Final tie, in which a last gasp winner from former Stoke City striker, Eric Maxim Chupo-Moting, vanquished underdog heartthrobs Atalanta. The lads pick their jaws up from the floor in order to discuss whether the boys from Bergamo can ever replicate their European success, and sing a swan song to the club that has captured the hearts of fans around the globe. The crew then discuss whether Neymar's renwed passion, along with Kylian Mbappe playing through an ankle injury, will be enough to deliver Les Parisiens a coveted first UCL title. The boys then reckon with the potential sporting impacts of a financially frightening final between Manchester City and PSG.

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Caleb, Nathan, and Nick react to an extremely newsworthy weekend of Champions League football, beginning with Messi's magical performance which saw a resurgent Barcelona put a resilient Napoli to the sword. Can this more organized, & G.O.A.T-lead, Barca performance be a sign of things to come in their date against Bayern Munich? The lads also discuss Raphael Varane's no good, very bad day away at the Etihad, and where Real Madrid stand following another collapse in the round of 16. We wrap things up by discussing another disappointing Champions League performance for Juventus, while picking our jaws up from the floor after the announcement that the legendary player (and VERY inexperienced manager) Andrea Pirlo will be replacing the sacked Maurizio Sarri. Will the return of The Beard be enough to course correct the future of The Old Lady?

European football is back, and the Corner Kick Crew is here to break it all down!

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Caleb, Nathan, and Nick take care of some unfinished business as they preview the upcoming restart of the UEFA Champions League. They discuss just how much has changed in the context of the season since March and how that will impact the participating teams, before breaking down each of the continuing round of 16 ties. Are Manchester City motivated by vengeance? Will Real Madrid be able to cope without Sergio Ramos? Can Napoli take advantage of a Barcelona in turmoil? Will Chelsea be able to pull off a miracle in Munich? Well...probably not, but aside from that last one, there are so many questions that the boys will attempt to answer as we get ready for the comeback of Europe's grandest stage. Also, before we wrap up, we show some love to our latest obsession, the free scoring underdogs from Bergamo in Atalanta, and whether or not they'll have enough firepower to dispatch PSG.

May "La Dea" be with you.

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