Dirty Tackle

This week, we take aim at Roman Abramovich's choice of gifts, the Dutch butterflies who shut down friendly football, and the bores at the 2. Bundesliga. We also catch you up on the Summer of Mino, Milan's awakening, Kyle Walker's massive transfer, and the shocking host for the 2026 World Cup. To hear an extended version of the show with a bonus "Extra Time" segment, contribute at patreon.com/dirtytackle! This week on DT Extra Time, we discuss Florent Malouda and the Gold Cup, a Stormzy/Lukaku mixup, and Theo's review of some new kits around world football. Contact us at: [email protected], and find us on Twitter at: @DirtyTackle, @BrooksDT, @RyanJayBailey, @TheoMessiDT, on Instagram: @DirtyTackle & Facebook.com/DirtyTackle.

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Ryan, Theo and Brooks were all in different countries, but they still managed to put together a special minisode covering an unusual tale out of Brazil, a bad plan to boost attendance in Italy, and John Terry's unveiling at Aston Villa. There's also a lightening round of TRANSFERMAGEDDON featuring Lukaku, Rooney, Lacazette, Gareth Bale, and poor, poor Alvaro Morata. To hear an extended version of the show with a bonus "Extra Time" segment, contribute at patreon.com/dirtytackle! This week on DT Extra Time, there's a recap of the Confederations Cup and a look ahead to the Gold Cup. Contact us at: [email protected], and find us on Twitter at: @DirtyTackle, @BrooksDT, @RyanJayBailey, @TheoMessiDT, on Instagram: @DirtyTackle & Facebook.com/DirtyTackle.

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While we wait in line to see The Garcia Report: The Movie, we discuss Paul Pogba's dab goal, De Boer twin confusion, children who stalk Leo Messi, Ryan's lack of journalistic integrity, Gareth Bale's acting career, and a fresh batch of TRANSFERMAGEDDON madness. We also plug the brand new MLS No-Stars Game! To hear an extended version of the show with a bonus "Extra Time" segment, contribute at patreon.com/dirtytackle! This week on DT Extra Time, we talk about NBC's attempt to squeeze some cash out of Premier League fans, the questionable summer diets of footballers, and strange footballer-celebrity love matches. Contact us at: [email protected], and find us on Twitter at: @DirtyTackle, @BrooksDT, @RyanJayBailey, @TheoMessiDT, on Instagram: @DirtyTackle & Facebook.com/DirtyTackle.

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We kick off this episode by going in hard on the Spanish and Croatian prosecutors who are targeting our beloved footballers (#SaveLuka), then we discuss Luka Modric's love of "Rugrats," and Leo Messi's restaurant bills. We also cover another round of TRANSFERMAGEDDON, where we shred rumors about Cristiano Ronaldo moving away from Madrid, Kylian "Fappy Mbappy" Mbappe replacing him, and conclude with a little John Terry talk just to annoy Ryan. To hear an extended version of the show with a bonus "Extra Time" segment, contribute at patreon.com/dirtytackle! This week on DT Extra Time, we talk about VAR, Dani Alves v Maradona, and Memphis Depay's neckwear. Contact us at: [email protected], and find us on Twitter at: @DirtyTackle, @BrooksDT, @RyanJayBailey, @TheoMessiDT, on Instagram: @DirtyTackle & Facebook.com/DirtyTackle.

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While we prepare for Video Assistant Referees to take over the world, we discuss the tax evasion GOAT, Argentina's tactical oddities, and English goalkeepers chasing squirrels. Then in TRANSFERMAGEDDON, we cover a whole host of red hot transfer rumors about Kylian Mbappe, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Diego Costa, and Alexis Sanchez.

To hear an extended version of the show with a bonus "Extra Time" segment, contribute at patreon.com/dirtytackle! This week on DT Extra Time, we talk about Totti's secret plan for his farewell match, the CIES transfer value rankings, and keepers wearing caps. Contact us at: [email protected], and find us on Twitter at: @DirtyTackle, @BrooksDT, @RyanJayBailey, @TheoMessiDT, on Instagram: @DirtyTackle & Facebook.com/DirtyTackle.

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While we stand in line for the Leo Messi Amusement Park in China, we discuss the latest transfer rumors (is Mario Balotelli going to Borussia Dortmund?), the meanest prank ever pulled, and the eternal delight of chocolate medals. We also cover questionable national team training practices and David Beckham's Miami land deal.

To hear an extended version of the show with a bonus "Extra Time" segment, contribute at patreon.com/dirtytackle! This week on DT Extra Time, we talk about the Ronaldo Edition of FIFA 18 and when you can wear an autographed shirt. Contact us at: [email protected], and find us on Twitter at: @DirtyTackle, @BrooksDT, @RyanJayBailey, @TheoMessiDT, on Instagram: @DirtyTackle & Facebook.com/DirtyTackle.

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This week's episode includes discussion on the Champions League Final in luxurious (?!) Cardiff, transfer rumors, and pornstar footballers. Are Real Madrid coffins a real thing? Is Jimmy Bullard still alive? Did Ryan like Francesco Totti's farewell more than John Terry's? What about Arsene Wenger's new contract? All that and more, brought to you by the Huddersfield Tourism Board! To hear an extended version of the show with a bonus "extra time" segment, contribute at patreon.com/dirtytackle! Contact us at: [email protected], and find us on social media at: @dirtytackle, @brooksdt, @ryanjaybailey, @theomessidt, instagram.com/dirtytackle & facebook.com/dirtytackle.

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Sponsored by José Mourinho's new fragrance, Dirty Tackle episode six begins with a discussion on Man United's "Treble of Disappointment," which they capped off by winning their first-ever Europa League. It also includes dirty tackles for Liverpool's travel agent and La Liga's trophy procrastination, another round of "True Are Ya?", plus rulings on John Terry's grandiose farewell and Leroy Sané's tattoo. To hear an extended version of the show with a bonus "extra time" segment, contribute at patreon.com/dirtytackle! Contact us at: [email protected], and find us on social media at: @dirtytackle, @brooksdt, @ryanjaybailey,  @theomessidt, instagram.com/dirtytackle & facebook.com/dirtytackle.

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While keeping an eye out for Diego Costa's Chelsea Championship rampage, enjoy our Dirty Tackles of Jose Mourinho, bagel deniers, and Ezequiel Lavezzi. We'll get to the bottom of whether Edinson Cavani has ever eaten a pizza in his life, and we make rulings on Spurs' stadium farewell ceremony, Inter fans' protest, and Benfica's Hall-Of-Fame scooter.

Contact us at: [email protected], support the show at patreon.com/dirtytackle, and find us on social media at: @dirtytackle, @brooksdt, @ryanjaybailey,  @theomessidt, instagram.com/dirtytackle & facebook.com/dirtytackle.

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What are "Champagne Wars" and how does one engage in them? It's debated in "True Are Ya?" along with Arsene Wenger's attempts at sarcasm. In the Dirty Tackles of the week, Leo Messi is somehow on the receiving end, and in 'Life Ref,' we scrutinize puking linesmen, shirt-tearing managers, and footballer doppelgängers.

Contact us at: [email protected], support the show at patreon.com/dirtytackle, and find us on social media at: @dirtytackle, @brooksdt,  @ryanjaybailey,  @theomessidt,  instagram.com/dirtytackle & facebook.com/dirtytackle.

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