Money is being spent, egos are being tested, and major tournaments are on the horizon 🔥

In this episode of Onside Opinions, we dive into some of football’s biggest conversations right now.

We break down Chelsea’s recruitment strategy; what the club is really trying to build, whether the youth-heavy approach is smart long-term planning or expensive chaos, and how patience (or the lack of it) could define their future.

Then we tackle the age-old debate: star power vs management power. Who really runs modern football? Are clubs still shaped by elite managers, or have superstar players and executives taken control of the narrative and the dressing room?

And with AFCON approaching, we switch focus to the continent’s biggest tournament, key teams to watch, players who could shine, and why AFCON continues to be one of football’s most unpredictable and underrated competitions.

Expect strong opinions, pushback, laughs, and real football conversations ; the kind you’d have with friends after a match, just with microphones on 🎙️⚽

No scripts. No agendas. Just onside opinions.

The One Where We Review the Season So Far

The leagues are settling, the narratives are forming, and the debates are heating up 🔥

In this episode of Onside Opinions, we take a deep (and sometimes chaotic) dive into the football season so far.

From the Premier League’s early surprises, title contenders, and teams already under pressure, to La Liga’s shifting power dynamics and standout performers, we break down what’s real, what’s noise, and what fans might be overreacting to.

And of course… we couldn’t ignore it.

We unpack the Salah vs Carragher conversation — where did it start, what does it really say about modern football discourse, and are we giving legends and current stars the respect they deserve?

Expect sharp takes, banter, a few disagreements, and the kind of football talk you’d have with your friends — just with microphones on 🎙️⚽

No scripts. No agendas. Just onside opinions.

The transfer window has slammed shut, and we’re breaking it all down, from the biggest winners and losers to the smartest value-for-money signings. We also dive into Liverpool’s unprecedented spending spree, the growing commercialization of football and its impact on fan atmosphere, and ask the big question: Is Pep still the man? Listen to this episode filled with bold opinions, heated debates, and football insights you won’t want to miss!

From last weekend’s action-packed games to the age-old debate of what really wins a league - defence or attack? we’ve got it all covered. We also take a closer look at Manchester United’s season outlook and weigh in on the controversial idea of playing league matches outside their home countries. Listen to this episode filled with fiery debates, sharp insights, and plenty of football banter!

In this episode of The Onside Opinions Podcast, we break down Liverpool's electric start to the season, their 4-2 win over Bournemouth and the array of attacking talents available to them. We discuss Arsenal's win at Old Trafford, its significance to Arsenal and the future for Manchester United.

We round up the episode by putting our season predictions in. The Top 4, Highest Goal Scorer, Signing of the Season, Flops of the Season.

Tune in, you don't want to miss this!

Season 2 kicks off with a bang! We break down the highs, lows, and surprises from the Club World Cup, dive into the latest transfer market moves, and spotlight the signings turning heads. We also share which teams look ready for the season ahead, before tackling the big Question of the Day: Can smaller clubs ever truly catch up to the giants?

Listen to this episode filled with bold takes, sharp debates, and football banter you don’t want to miss!

In this first bonus solo episode, Okikiola dives into Manchester United’s sluggish start to the transfer window. With only Cunha signed and the Mbuemo deal dragging on for over 7 weeks, it’s hard to understand how a club that finished 15th last season is operating with so little urgency. Is this the vision of a club serious about bouncing back? Or are we just treading water again? Let’s talk about what’s going wrong, and what needs to change fast.

In the final episode of the season, The Onside Opinions Podcast goes out with a bang.

We begin with a full UEFA Champions League Final Review, analyzing the tactical setups, what went wrong for Inter, and where this PSG side ranks among the last five winners. We also weigh in on the heated Ballon d’Or race—who deserves the crown?

Then, we shift into Season Recap Mode:

• Breaking down the champions of the Premier League, La Liga, and Serie A

• Naming the most entertaining league of the season

• Debating who had the better season

• Picking the best and worst signings, best manager, and the biggest flops

• And previewing what to watch in the transfer window

Finally, we touch on the Osimhen transfer saga, and how great Portugal’s Nations League win was.

It’s been a wild season. Thanks for riding with us. Tune in to wrap it up right.

In this episode of The Onside Opinions Podcast, we break down the drama of the FA Cup Final and Europa League Final, spotlighting standout performances and major takeaways from both games.

We react to Ange Postecoglou’s headline-making quote, reflect on the emotional departure of Luka Modric, and preview the upcoming Conference League Final with our predictions.

As the Premier League heads into its final day, we dive into the fierce battle for Champions League spots, analyzing the stakes for Manchester City, Newcastle, Chelsea, Aston Villa, and Nottingham Forest.

And of course, we close with our Onside Opinions—bold, unfiltered takes on the current state of football.

Tune in. You won’t want to miss this one.

In this episode of The Onside Opinions Podcast, we break down all the major talking points from the weekend in football.

Barcelona are flying under Hansi Flick after another dominant El Clásico win—beating Real Madrid four times this season. We assess Flick’s impact and what it means for next season. Okikiola goes off on another rant about Manchester United, this time digging deep into their structural mess and why nothing seems to work.

We also debate Trent Alexander-Arnold’s exit rumours; Are Liverpool fans overreacting? Is Trent in the wrong?

Plus: What should Brazil expect from Ancelotti as he says goodbye to Madrid, and what can Madridistas look forward to from Xabi Alonso? Finally, we give our Champions League and Europa League final predictions, and discuss what next season might look like for Arsenal.

Another loaded episode—don’t miss it!