The opening weekend of the season was jam-packed full of storylines and I tried to separate reality from overreaction. Amongst the topics of discussion were Pogba & Greenwood's role in United's title chase, Dortmund's odds of winning domestic (or continental silverware) and the importance of Ancelotti and Koeman in deciding Barca and Madrid's fate.   

Plus, Tigres' slow start under Miguel Herrera, Boca Juniors' latest flat performance, and the traveling circus that is Arsenal stopping off in Brentford.

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Table of Contents 00:00:00 Mbappé-RM + Ronaldo-PSG 00:10:13 Man United Make Statement 00:19:38 Greenwood's Importance 00:24:18 Dortmund's Title Odds 00:37:25 Boca's Latest Flop 00:47:32 Lille's Disastrous Start 00:53:10 Arsenal's Expectations 00:58:45 Barca + Madrid Opening W 01:03:12 Miguel Herrerra + Tigres 01:04:58 Roger Machado on Hot Seat 01:05:53 Monaco - Shakhtar 01:07:52 Atletico Mineiro - River

Serie A is the last of our European season previews, but it is hardly last in terms of intrigue. The return of Allegri, Sarri and Mourinho plus the arrival of some fascinating young talents means Serie A's rapid ascension is likely to continue this year. In this special, I discuss the players and storylines to watch in the upcoming campaign while also making some predictions for what is ahead. 

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A loaded & scattered show. I discussed the Copa Libertadores' showcase quarterfinals that saw two Brazilian sides take a step forward while another--Sao Paulo--came away with little to show for a mostly brilliant performance.   

I also tried to put a finger on what's hurting River Plate, wondered if the Leagues Cup is a worthwhile endeavor, reacted to Juan Antonio Pizzi's targeted remarks towards the Racing board and much, much more.   

There's honestly so many things discussed it's hard to list them all...

00:00:00 Transfer Rumours

00:03:26 Sao Paulo - Palmeiras

00:12:13 River Plate - Atletico Mineiro

00:16:04 Monterrey - Cruz Azul

00:17:52 River Plate - Atletico Mineiro (cont.)

00:23:00 Palmeiras - Atletico Mineiro

00:25:50 Leagues Cup Flops

00:32:28 Is Mbappé = Suarez?

00:40:24 Bundesliga Sour Grapes

00:45:00 Bayern, Nagelsmann Fall Out?

00:51:38 Racing Sack Pizzi

00:59:00 Griezmann Inherits Messi Role

01:02:27 Sounders - Timbers

01:05:10 Lille - Nice

01:08:37 Leeds - Man U

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The Premier League returns this Friday which ushers in a new series--the Premier League Weekend Preview. On these half-hour specials, I'll take a look at each of the weekend's fixtures through the window of various storylines and predictions. This week, we discuss the absence of Foden & De Bruyne for City, the arrival of Willock & Armstrong at new clubs, Andy Robertson's injury and much more from around the grounds.

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In a year full of crowded weeks, this show kicks off one of the most crowded. CONCACAF Champions League & Copa Libertadores play return with a series of intriguing storylines and mouth-watering matchups including Atletico Mineiro against River Plate and rivals Sao Paulo and Palmeiras battling as well as Rayados versus La Maquina in North America. 

Elsewhere, I discuss Ligue Un's brilliant opening weekend, speculate on potential strikers that Inter, Roma, Liverpool, and Bayern could sign, praise the work of a pair of managers in Brazil, and somehow find time to wonder about Michy Batshuyai's Chelsea future ahead of the UEFA Super Cup. 

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00:00:00 Diego Costa + AM-River Plate

00:11:27 Cruz Azul - Rayados

00:22:06 LU GW 1: PSG, Troyes, Marseille

00:34:14 Dzeko + Abraham Serie A Moves?

00:38:56 Liverpool Transfer Rumours

00:45:06 Haaland to Bayern

00:51:55 Giuliano’s Corinthians Debut

00:55:55 Vojvoda + Fortaleza

00:59:43 Sao Paulo-Palmeiras

01:04:42 UEFA Super Cup

A tumultuous summer in La Liga gives way to what could be the most open title race in seasons, but who will have the title in tow at season's end?

I discuss the chase for the title, the battle for relegation, the shape up of the European race and much more in the latest season preview special.

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The GOAT has officially found a new home. I discuss how I expect PSG to lineup and rotate throughout the season and whether they're favorites (or even locks) to win the double this season. 

Plus, what does the move mean for the future of Mbappé, La Liga, and Ligue Un as well as their respective sponsorship & media rights partners.

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German football returns for what promises to be a wild season after a manager carousel which was particularly active leaves almost the entirety of last season's top half with a new manager. Who will reap the rewards of a new boss and who will fall by the way side? 

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The transfer market continues to churn and Tammy Abraham moving to Atalanta is certainly one that will raise some eyebrows. I discuss with Inter or Atalanta are getting the better end of the deal, ponder the odds that Atalanta could win the Scudetto, and reflect on Cristian Romero's move to Spurs.   

Plus, Danny Ings to Aston Villa, DC United thumps Columbus, San Jose trades for Ebobisse, Russell Martin debuts at Swansea City and much more.

Table of Contents 00:00:00 Big Ups Wes 00:02:53 Tammy-Zapata Swap 00:16:10 Spurs Land Romero 00:20:33 Ings to Villa 00:31:21 Crew Slumping in MLS 00:39:10 San Jose Trades for Ebobisse 00:44:22 Russell Martin to Swansea 00:55:12 Puebla vs. Club America 01:04:15 Brazil vs. Spain -- Olympics Final

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Barcelona really outdid themselves this time. 

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