In this week's episode, we are joined by Atlético Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak. The Slovenian talks to Guillem about why he chose to be a goalkeeper, his inspirations when growing up, and the influence of his father, as well as the pressures of playing elite football.Follow @purefootballpod on Twitter.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Jan Oblak

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Brentford head coach Thomas Frank joins Guillem, Vicki & Charlotte on this week's Pure Football Podcast. Thomas gives us an insight into his coaching methods, the importance of managing his energy, and how he's preparing for life in the Premier League this season. Follow @purefootballpod on Twitter.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Thomas Frank

On this special episode of the Pure Football Podcast, Guillem welcomes Gary Lineker who shares his memories of Diego Maradona ahead of the release of Guillem’s latest book. He also tells us about his interesting pre-match superstitions, how football has changed and his thoughts on that Maradona goal.Maradona: The Boy. The Rebel. The God. Is available from 8th July. Purchase it here: http://smarturl.it/MaradonaBalagueFollow @purefootballpod on Twitter.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Gary Lineker on Diego Maradona

Guillem is joined by Sevilla manager Julen Lopetegui to discuss Euro 2020, the influence of Johan Cruyff on his management style, and the evolution of the role of the goalkeeper.Follow @purefootballpod on Twitter.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Julen Lopetegui

Ahead of the Champions League Final this week between Manchester City & Chelsea, Guillem welcomes Domenec Torrent, a former member of Pep Guardiola’s staff at Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City. They discuss the evolution of Pep, Dome’s own managerial ambitions, and predictions for the final.Follow @purefootballpod on Twitter.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Domenec Torrent

Guillem is joined by Villarreal's Francis Coquelin ahead of the Europa League semi-final second leg against his former team Arsenal. They discuss being managed by Arsene Wenger, Mikel Arteta's leadership skills, and what it was like moving to London to join the Gunners aged just 17.Follow @purefootballpod on Twitter.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Jan Oblak

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