What is Football? A Football Global Podcast

Today on the pod, Owen and Lathan flip from last week's topic of exciting teams to squads looking thin, financial issues, and, well, Tottenham. They break down four teams who are looking frail before the new season begins, and how they can work their way back into contention.

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Today on the pod, Owen and Lathan wrap up the first round of summer tournaments, which saw Italy crowned victors and champions of Europe in a tightly contested final against England. We take you through players of the tournament and some standout moments, before flipping the script to next season's fast-approaching start. Who are some teams to watch? How will new signings impact some of Europe's top clubs? And, most importantly, which team has the perfect blend of narrative, interest, and high-potential young talent that'll make them the perfect Fifa 22 Career Mode team?

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Today on the pod, Owen and Lathan break down news of a potential Dutch-Belgian league merger, dubbed the BeNeLiga. They sift through TV revenue, broken rivalries, fan discontent, and whether this is the first step towards a potential European Super League. Plus, Lathan references the rumored MLS-Liga MX merge and whether the 2025 BeNeLiga will affect possible plans towards a North American League. Finally, in Hot Takes, Owen deviates from the rules and applauds Carli Lloyd's upcoming international caps record, while Lathan goes across the pond to the English camp, and their 'keeper dilemma.

All that, and more on this episode of the Social Distancing Football Podcast!

Today on the pod, Owen and Lathan delve into two teams that have risen from the ashes of seemingly terrible seasons to become some of the most in-form clubs in Europe. Chelsea's managerial change, combined with the turn in form of superstar midfielder Kai Havertz, has seen them progress past Atletico Madrid and rise (unbeaten) to fourth in the Premier League. Barcelona, despite being knocked out of the Champions League at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain, have seen a remarkable turnaround, and are challenging for both the title and a Copa del Rey crown. Plus, they discuss Manchester City's announcement that they will not renew Sergio Agüero's contract at the end of the season. What does this mean for City, and where should Agüero move next?

Finally, in Hot Takes, both hosts talk this summer, and the English squad. England's title hopes are dampened by Owen, and Lathan gives his English starting eleven for this summer.

It's been a really exciting couple of weeks in the footballing world, and we hope you love listening to it as much as we loved talking about it!

Today we talk about our team of 2020 along with teams experiencing difficulties and how we would solve them.

The hosts look forwards, as they surmise what the Premier League table will shake out to in May. Owen marvels at Leeds' quick start, while Lathan wonders how Everton will cope with the long season. After the break, Owen and Lathan take you through some hot takes, with Owen asking about Ronaldo's further Ballon d'Or candidacy, and Lathan proposes a high-stakes managerial firing in the Prem. 

If you enjoyed this episode of The Social Distancing Football Podcast, please go back through our previous episodes for more content!

The hosts dive into the struggles of the US Men's National Team, including their failure to qualify for the 2018 World Cup, ideal lineups, and who should coach them. After the main segment, Owen discusses Manchester City and Liverpool's slips in the Premier League table, and Lathan ponders Barcelona's attacking options.

As the summer transfer window draws to a close, the hosts take you through who the biggest teams in Europe need to elevate themselves another level. After the main segment, Owen reviews a thrilling prospective title race, and Lathan sets Barcelona's hopes high for the new season ahead.