This new episode of The Engine Room begins with the our World Cup Draft, before we dive into an in-depth analysis of Sunday's Clásico, a quick Premier League re-cap as well as a discussion of the Ballon D'Or ceremony. Read the full episode script below:

WORLD CUP DRAFT:

EL CLÁSICO:

BALLON D’OR:

EUROPEAN ROUND-UP:

Much love,

The Engine Roomies.

This new episode of The Engine Room begins with the biggest Twisted Take ever, certainly the biggest this podcast has ever seen. We follow by covering midweek Champions League action, both the games that have been played as well as, those that are yet to feature. Afterwards, we cover the derbies from the weekend including Milan's truimphant victory over Juventus 2-0 and the draw between Dortmund and Bayern Munich. Last but not least, we preview El Clasico and have a heated debate regarding Arsenal's hot form and Liverpool's slump.

Read the full episode script below:

TWISTED TAKES:

UCL ROUND UP:

WEEKEND ROUND UP:

Much love, 

The Engine Roomies.

Football is back and so is The Engine Room Podcast. Together with Pablo & Buga, John enters the roster and to discuss and debate all of European Football’s hot topics, with exciting guests on a weekly basis. Today, the squad covers Barcelona back on top of the league whilst, Real Madrid slips against a formidable Osasuna. Christensen is praised and Vinicius Jr is argued. Don't worry as the Manchester Derby analyzed as; City show their dominance, Haaland excells, Man United gets a reality check, Ronaldo is questioned and Casemiro's omission is explained. North London Derby also takes centre-stage as Arsenal show they have built well under Arteta and Conte's Spurs is criticized for a lack of evolution. Chelsea and Liverpool are put under the looking glass and lastly, John builds an eleven of the best current on-form players in world football.

Amidst a weak weekend of football, the deadline day has taken centre stage. The maddest transfer window ever to be recorded is coming to a close. We've seen Lionel Messi depart his sacred home of Barcelona; the prodigal son, in Cristiano Ronaldo, return to Old Trafford and even Romelu Lukaku book a place back in Chelsea colours, but one question still remains... what deals are yet to be completed? Join Pablo & Luis for this episode of The Engine Room Podcast as they discuss the latest news of the transfer window plus Manchester City's all-conquering performance over Arsenal, all the way to Barcelona's calamitous escape against Getafe. The finale of the transfer window is upon us; where every squandered rumour is a new variant and every failed deal opens a gateway to a new multiverse — tin foil hats are recommended.

This weekend in football, both clubs and players alike suffered a severe case of reality checks. Manchester United were forced back down to earth by a lionhearted Livramento lead Southampton. On the other side of the spectrum, Tottenham consolidated their pragmatic efforts under Nuno, as Arteta's Arsenal simply could not cope with Tuchel's all-ravaging, Romelu Lukaku spearheaded Chelsea. Across the English Channel, Real Madrid and Barcelona were both hit with harsh realizations that perhaps Atlético Madrid might just be the La Liga favourites for a second season in a row. All whilst, Inter, Roma and Juventus premiered a new yet exotic Seria A season. Join Pablo and Luis in another edition of The Engine Room Podcast.

The beautiful game is back at club level and with only one matchday of both Premier League & La Liga football — there’s plenty to discuss! Arsenal kick-off picking right where they left off; in complete disarray. Manchester United on the other hand, produced one of their best performances under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer so far, as a blistering Bruno Fernandes and a poised Paul Pogba sealed the deal against Leeds; just before Chelsea capitalized on a candid ensemble at Stamford Bridge. To top off, Tottenham pulled off the surprise of the weekend, as they beat Manchester City in Nuno’s first game in charge. La Liga had it’s fair share of excitement too, with all three main title challengers winning in convincing fashion; a Messi-less Barcelona, an Ancelotti lead Real Madrid and a Correa carried Atletico. We just can’t handle it — could you?

After Lionel Messi's shocking departure from Barcelona, the Argentina has completed a historical transfer to Paris Saint-Germain. Join us today, in The Engine Room Podcast, as we break the move down; how will Messi fit at PSG and what are the positive & negative repercussions the move could have on FC Barcelona. Furthermore, we dive into the details about Messi's devastating departure from Barcelona, supporting opinions with hard facts and acknowledging that perhaps a key piece of the puzzle may be missing... Laporta surely knows more than what he told the fans — should we trust him anymore? Last but not least Pablo & Luis have prepared two rankings to celebrate Leo's outstanding career at Barcelona; from the best Messi moments to his best teammates. Join us as we celebrate the best player in history!

Pablo and Luis sit down to reacclimate themselves with European club football after a summer of covering international competitions. They begin by dissecting the latest moves in the transfer window using Twisted Takes as the vehicle of showcase; Varane to Manchester United, Chelsea's centre-back chase and more. Thereupon, Luis shares his early predictions for the year followed by Pablo's. Plenty of laughs and plenty of eventual mistakes — these are The Engine Room's way-too-early predictions for the upcoming 2021/22 season.

International football is over and now the focus of the sport shifts to the transfer season that is about to begin. In the past few weeks, plenty of players have been linked with moves away from their clubs in search of glory across the pond and in today's episode we will focus on them specifically; from PSG and their first-class assembly to, lesser names like Emiliano Buendía and Andre Silva. This is a lengthy episode so buckle up!

The finals are set; in South America — Brazil vs Argentina will face-off — whilst, in Europe, Italy vs England will decide it all. After 77 games across two widespread continents, we have the four teams that will compete for glory. Join us in this episode of The Engine Room Podcast to preview the decisive moment as we gear up to the summer's most dramatic climax. Who will win la Copa América? Who will lift the Euros? Let’s find out!