Footy for Two

We discuss the footy events we missed over the summer, some exciting transfers and we round up this weekend's action. We talk about how to win the UCL, what makes a team great and the rise of Ousmane Dembele.

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We talk about the Round of 16, make predictions, and discuss talking points for the rest of the World Cup. We also talk about some transfer news.

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Solomon explains the reasons behind Messi's problems with Argentina. We also discuss what's happened in the tournament since our last episode, debate supposed footy truths and make our predictions for the rest of the tournament.

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Solomon tries to admit how poor Messi has been, while also praising Ronaldo. We discuss the most exciting teams, games and players of the tournament so far.

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We predict each World Cup group, discuss storylines, and talk about Solomon's picks to win it all. We also discuss NYCFC's coaching change.

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In an episode which is mostly a tribute to and discussion of Andres Iniesta's time at Barcelona, we also discuss the end of the La Liga season, the FA Cup Final and the World Cup. We even pay some attention to MLS!

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We discuss El Clasico and Barca's double. Solomon passionately compares and contrasts the values of the two clubs. We talk about the straightforward title races of the top 5 leagues.

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In the wake of FC Barcelona’s disastrous UCL exit, Solomon goes on a rant against the club’s board and offers turnaround advice. We congratulate Man City and PSG on their league titles, and Real Madrid — preemptively — on their third straight UCL.

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We discuss the beautiful name of Christian Eriksen's hometown, as well as Messi's arrogance. We discuss title races around Europe and preview some potential managerial movement.

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We discuss the weekend's action. Solomon goes on (yet another) rant about Messi's historic dominance. We discuss the M.L.S.’s Zlatan debut, and consider the impact the Great Swede will have on the league's future.

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