We're approaching sacking season in European football, and this week Chris Hamill joins me, Patrick van Straaten, to discuss possible destinations for the continent's best out-of-work coaches. Max Allegri is now approaching two years without a job, and it's hard to tell where a defensive coach - even an elite one - could go next. I out forward my case for Allegri as England manager. Then we talk over Thomas Tuchel as a candidate for Chelsea or Juventus, as well the squad issues and expectations ...
Jan 19, 2021•46 min•Ep. 103
Two guests for you this week, as I welcome Dave Jackson and Dougie Critchley to the show, to discuss Mesut Özil's impending departure from Arsenal, and the Italian title race plus Moussa Dembele's move to Atletico Madrid respectively. Dave and I talk over what Özil's signing meant to Arsenal, the myth and reality of his performances at the club, how fans fell out of love with him, and our issues with Arteta's treatment of him. Then Dougie and I chew over Milan-Juventus and Roma-Inter for clues t...
Jan 12, 2021•45 min•Ep. 102
This week Joe Thomlinson and Patrick van Straaten chew over the Christmas fixtures to discuss which teams, managers, and players have enhanced or damaged their reputations over the festive period. We discuss the crisis at Chelsea and criticism of Timo Werner, Wolves' quiet decline, Man United's potential title charge, and the impact of Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe on a directionless Arsenal side. Could Frank be sacked? Is Kieran Tierney better than Roberto Carlos? It's all here.
Jan 05, 2021•58 min•Ep. 101
Chris Hamill joins me this week to hand out our awards for the year in football. We cover all the usual, from best player to best manager, trying to talk about some of the overperformers as well as the superstars, before ending with a few special awards for the heroes and villains of 2020. Along the way I complain about Arsenal fans and we both express our love for Marcus Rashford and hatred of the Tories. Thanks to everyone for listening this year, we appreciated your support in a tough time.
Dec 29, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 99
For our penultimate show of the year, Joe Thomlinson joins me, Patrick van Straaten, to predict 2021 in football. We cover the obvious stuff - the title race, the Champions League, the Euros - but also get into some potential shocks, from Arteta being sacked to Barcelona missing out on a UCL spot. Joe gets over-excited about Dominic Calvert-Lewin, and I make a bold call on what I hope is the Euro 2021 final. It's a fun one.
Dec 22, 2020•48 min•Ep. 100
On this week's episode Dougie and I chat about Lucien Favre's exit from Dortmund and what's next for BVB. Did their performances really merit him losing his job? Who can they target to replace him? Then we get into the situation at Sheffield United, where the wheels have fallen off in spectacular fashion. Is there any way back (no)? Is there any point sacking Wilder? Finally we touch on the Madrid derby, Liverpool's draw with Fulham, and I probably mention Arsenal, I don't even remember. Who car...
Dec 15, 2020•36 min•Ep. 98
This week Joe Thomlinson joins me, Patrick van Straaten, for a roundup of all the big stories from the weekend (except Spurs beating Arsenal, because we've talked about Arsenal too much and was anyone really surprised by that result?). First, we've got Bruno Fernandes who is so good he sort of makes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer look worse, then Barca, who look terrible all by themselves right now. We also discuss Harry Kane's latest contribution to the world of fouling, and then chew over possible Janua...
Dec 08, 2020•52 min•Ep. 97
Chris Hamill joins me, Patrick, this week to go through a listener mailbag of transfer requests. We try to find a striker for Leicester, a winger for Brighton, and a Digne replacement for Everton, talking over some of Europe's statistical outliers along the way, before giving up when asked to fix Sheffield United and Fulham. Enjoy!
Dec 01, 2020•52 min•Ep. 96
Hello team and welcome back to Football Daily Meets, the show that lifts the lid on jobs in the beautiful game. In this episode, we pick the brains of broadcasting legend Gabriel Clarke ahead of his new documentary, Finding Jack Charlton. Filmed during the last 18 months of Jack Charlton's life and detailing his previously undocumented life with dementia, FINDING JACK CHARLTON is a uniquely emotional insight into the life and career of a sporting legend, coming to Blu-ray, DVD and Digital Downlo...
Nov 28, 2020•23 min•Ep. 95
On this week's episode, Patrick van Straaten and Henry Hill sit down to talk about the biggest news from the weekend. They start with Spurs' victory over a bereft Manchester City, before Henry backs Ibrahimovic to lead AC Milan to a long overdue Serie A crown. Then, when given the choice of talking about Barcelona or Arsenal, Henry allows Patrick to go on a 20 minute rant about whether or not Mikel Arteta is a good manager and how he never wanted to sign Thomas Partey at all. What else would you...
Nov 24, 2020•56 min•Ep. 94
We've barely paid attention to Spanish football so far this campaign, but with Real Madrid and Barcelona underwhelming, Joe Thomlinson and Dougie Critchley join me this week to discuss the title race in La Liga, and why this could be Atletico Madrid's Year™. We dig into the dysfunction at the big sides, Zidane's inflexibility and Messi's possible decline, and even find time to shine a light on Real Sociedad, who might just be the best team in the league. Support comes from Manscaped. Head to Man...
Nov 17, 2020•42 min•Ep. 93
Joe Thomlinson and Chris Hamill join me this week to chew over the Premier League's relegation race, which has almost been forgotten amid the chaos at the top of the table. Just what exactly is going on, with Brighton playing like European challengers but struggling for points, and previously solid sides Burnley and Sheffield United propping up the table? Is there any hope for Fulham and West Brom? And could clubs like Newcastle get sucked in? We discuss. Support comes from Beer52. To claim your...
Nov 10, 2020•48 min•Ep. 92
This week's podcast guest is Dougie Critchley, who joins me, Patrick van Straaten, to see how the 10 most expensive players of the summer are faring so far this campaign. Chelsea and Man City both splashed out huge sums for quick fixes, but are they working out so far? Is Thomas Partey enough to sort out Arsenal's issues? And what is going on with Juventus and Barcelona, whose ridiculous Arthur-Pjanic swap only looks stranger after a few weeks of the season? Support this week comes from Beer52. ...
Nov 03, 2020•48 min•Ep. 91
This week, Joe Thomlinson and Chris Hamill join me on the podcast for what is meant to be a round-up episode, but quickly turns into yet another Arsenal conversation. Then we eventually get round to Man City, who have tried to cure their defensive woes by becoming boring. Has it worked? Is Pep done? Should the club try a non-bald manager? We answer basically none of these questions. Then it's on to what we learned this week, which features Ajax pummelling Venlo and now regular segment Joe Apolog...
Oct 27, 2020•46 min•Ep. 90
This week, I'm joined by George Wright to discuss all things Arsenal. Though currently riding high in the table, the Gunners are still pretty dull and had an odd window, with the much-heralded arrivals of Partey and Gabriel offset by the weird acquisition of Willian and departures for Torreira and Guendouzi. Just what sort of rebuild starts with shipping out young players? Then we get into the problems with the team, Arteta's (presumed) long-term plans, and the exciting crop of teenagers coming ...
Oct 21, 2020•54 min•Ep. 89
We follow up our episode from a fortnight ago by examining the start big European clubs have made, and asking whether there's anything seriously wrong with them. PSG have picked up four red cards and some poor results already; Bayern lost their 32-match unbeaten streak; and Juve remain a big fat question mark as Pirlo works out whether he can play himself in midfield. Are there major causes for concern, or just early teething issues? Michael McCubbin and Dougie Critchley join me to find out.
Oct 13, 2020•52 min•Ep. 88
This week Chris Hamill and Joe Thomlinson join me, Patrick van Straaten, for a throwback to Hot Takes, one of our least popular formats. True to form, we massively overreact to the first four games of the season, with Chris declaring Graham Potter better than Frank Lampard and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Joe claiming Everton will finish in the top 4. Then I have a look at Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's terrible start to the season, and call the entire Arsenal fanbase stupid. Same same really. Support ...
Oct 07, 2020•52 min•Ep. 87
This week, Joe Thomlinson joins me, Patrick, to talk about four of the Prem's traditional powers: Man City, Man United, Chelsea, and Tottenham. All four have endured difficult starts to the season, are bedding in new players, and awaiting the arrival of others, but just how worried should we be by their results to date? Joe and I discuss City's weird squad, United's disappearing defence, Frank Lampard's tinkering, and the early arrival of third-season Mourinho in an attempt to get to the bottom ...
Sep 29, 2020•50 min•Ep. 85
This week, Dougie and I (Patrick) look at Liverpool's transfer business, which after a quiet start has exploded in the last few weeks. We dig into the stats to see what attracted the club to Kostas Tsimikas, go all heart-eyes-emoji about Thiago's arrival in the Premier League (and what it means for Wijnaldum), and then discuss Diogo Jota. How good is he right now, and how good can he be? And does this mean Klopp is planning a big sale in 2021? Then we talk One Thing We Learned, with some analysi...
Sep 22, 2020•39 min•Ep. 84
This week, Mike Atkins steps in for Patrick, who is away on holiday, and is joined by Dougie Critchley and self-proclaimed Tim Ream lookalike Henry Hill, where they take a look at every team that played this weekend. For once that means no talk of either of the Manchester clubs, but it's also the most we'll likely speak about Crystal Palace or Sheffield United all season. Enjoy!
Sep 15, 2020•55 min•Ep. 83
Today, Dougie and Patrick discuss the new Premier League season and what we can expect from the dozens of new additions made over the course of the transfer window. Top 4 and relegation predictions were covered on last week's Sunday Vibes, so instead we talk over our best and worst transfers of the summer so far, which youngsters could make breakthroughs, and our hot takes on the season ahead, which are genuinely spicy.
Sep 08, 2020•46 min•Ep. 82
This week, Henry Hill and Patrick discuss three clubs with different aims, different budgets, and different problems. First, we look at Atletico Madrid, and how they can add more goals and plan for the possible exit of Thomas Partey. Then it's Southampton, who, as always, are looking for creativity. And finally, to Roma, trying to find long-term heirs for Dzeko, Kolarov, and Chris Smalling I guess. If you prefer to watch this week's episode, make sure to subscribe to our new YouTube channel, Foo...
Sep 01, 2020•50 min•Ep. 81
Chris Hamill and Mike Atkins join Patrick on the pod this week to talk about the Champions League final. We talk over the tactics, the disappointing performances from some of the stars on show, and where this Bayern side ranks among the best sides of the last decade. There's also time for beard chat.
Aug 25, 2020•42 min•Ep. 80
What a week for Barcelona. In the space of a few days, Samuel Umtiti tested positive for Covid, they lost 8-2 to Bayern in the Champions League, Setien was sacked, Koeman targeted, ter Stegen ruled out until November following knee surgery, Messi said he wanted to leave, and Arthur was caught drunk-driving. On today's podcast, Patrick, Joe, and Michael McCubbin discuss Friday's game, the managerial landscape, and the mess which is the squad. Then we disagree about selling Messi. Support for this...
Aug 18, 2020•56 min•Ep. 79
This week, Joe Thomlinson and Dougie Critchley join Patrick van Straaten to chat over the fallout from the Champions League round of 16. A sluggish Real Madrid got brutalised by Man City, Juve were embarrassed by Lyon, while Bayern continue to look unbeatable, and Barca continue to be bailed out by Messi. What did we learn heading into the quarter-finals? Can anyone beat Bayern? And what are Juventus doing hiring Pirlo as their new coach? Support this week comes from Manscaped. For 20% off + fre...
Aug 11, 2020•44 min•Ep. 78
You asked for it, so we've brought it back! This week Patrick and Dougie look at how Jose Mourinho can rebuild Spurs, what a Jose Mourinho-type player actually is, and whether or not Jose Mourinho will even be at Spurs beyond next summer. Also, if you haven't already, don't forget to subscribe to our new YouTube channel, Football Daily Podcasts. Even if you won't watch them and will continue to listen on whatever app you're currently on, dropping us a sub on there would still be appreciated. Tha...
Aug 04, 2020•59 min•Ep. 77
This week it's a reunion episode as Joe, Chris, and Patrick talk over the Premier League's big six (plus Leicester, or Arsenal, depending on your perspective), and pick each team's best and worst player of the season. This week's episode is sponsored by Harry's. To claim your trial set for just £3.95, including a razor handle, 5-blade cartridge, foaming shave gel, and travel cover, head to harrys.com/extra .
Jul 28, 2020•54 min•Ep. 76
On this week's episode, I am joined by legit Chelsea insider Zac Djellab to discuss Frank Lampard's first season with the Blues: their performances, their issues, their transfer business to date, and what else they need, as well as our predictions for next season. Then Arsenal outsider George Wright hops on to chat all things Arsenal. We get into the changes under Arteta, the state of the squad, our hopes for the transfer window, and what we can expect from both the FA Cup final and the 2020/21 ...
Jul 21, 2020•58 min•Ep. 75
This week, Patrick and Dougie discuss the big clubs who could be trimming their squads this summer, and the bargains which could be had as a result. We chat over Luka Jovic's season and whether he'd still make sense for Leicester, Arsenal, or Milan; Matteo Guendouzi's fall from grace at the Emirates and a possible switch to PSG, Lyon, or Atletico; and Federico Bernardeschi and Juventus' team of arthritic pensioners who still manage to win Serie A every year. Then some quick transfer hits, includ...
Jul 14, 2020•50 min•Ep. 74
This week's episode sees Henry Hill and Mike Atkins join Patrick on the podcast to talk about Man United's form and Chelsea's signings, and whether anyone will be able to compete with them for 3rd and 4th spot over the coming years, given the messes at Spurs and Arsenal. Then we roll into the rumours that Thiago Alcantara could swap Munich for Merseyside, and discuss whether Robert Lewandowski should win the Ballon d'Or over Messi.
Jul 07, 2020•44 min•Ep. 73
