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Football Vision

Weekly podcast, with host Phil Costa, covering all the leading stories from European football and beyond, with insight, opinions and some laughs from experts who know their subjects best.
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Episodes

Inter Miami, Messi and Club World Cup Chaos

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by football writer Jeff Rueter to discuss Inter Miami and their record breaking campaign. Topics include Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, their inclusion in the Club World Cup and why other MLS clubs have taken issue with Gianni Infantino. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Jeff Rueter Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

Oct 25, 202453 minEp. 53

FC Bordeaux: The Rise and Fall of a Giant

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by football writer Raphaël Jucobin to discuss the rise and fall of French giants FC Bordeaux. Topics include financial mismanagement, owner struggles, being on the brink of liquidation and why Andy Carroll could be their new saviour. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Raphaël Jucobin Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Oct 10, 202448 minEp. 52

Anatomy of a Transfer: ITKs and Social Media

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by TeamNewsandTix to discuss how transfers have become a staple of modern football coverage through social media. Topics include sourcing information from within the game, how transfers can change at the last minute, gaining followers on social media and then having to deal with the criticism that larger audience brings. Host: Phil Costa Guest: TeamNewsandTix Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertisi...

Oct 03, 202457 minEp. 51

Streets Won't Forget: Gabriel Batistuta and Milan

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Harry Symeou for a trip down memory lane, discussing Gabriel Batistuta, his love-affair with Florence, seeing his statue melted down and injury hell after retiring. Then conversation moves onto Milan under Carlo Ancelotti who won a league title and two Champions Leagues, boasting some incredible players across the pitch. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Harry Symeou Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertis...

Sep 26, 202447 minEp. 50

Vinicius Jr & Racism: Does Spanish Football Have a Problem?

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Alex Kirkland (Real Madrid correspondent at ESPN FC) to discuss the ongoing racism debates surrounding Vinicius Junior. Topics include his sobering history in Spain, why the Brazilian is being targeted, fans being convicted in Spain for racist abuse and more. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Alex Kirkland Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn more a...

Sep 19, 202457 minEp. 49

Anatomy of a Transfer: Scouting

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Tom Reynolds (First Team Scout at Eintracht Frankfurt) to discuss the role of scouting within transfers and recruitment. Topics include what scouting actually involves, the importance of knowing the person as well as the player, why culture is so crucial and how development can never be an exact science. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Tom Reynolds Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podca...

Sep 12, 20241 hr 11 minEp. 48

The One Where San Marino Win A Game

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Lee Wingate (co-host of the Sweeper Podcast) to discuss San Marino's history and record breaking Nations League win over Liechtenstein. Conversation then moves onto helicopter landings disrupting kick offs, 14-year-old goalkeepers starting for Turks and Caicos and more stories from a mad international break. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Lee Wingate Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this po...

Sep 10, 202448 minEp. 47

Transfer Round Ups: Bundesliga

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Sebastian Hund to discuss the best and most interesting Bundesliga transfers from across the summer window. Topics include Bayern Munich signing Michael Olise, Pascal Groß getting his dream Dortmund move, Leverkusen getting the perfect midfielder and RB Leizpig's new wing wizard. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Sebastian Hund Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewir...

Sep 06, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 46

Transfer Round Ups: Premier League

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Clive Palmer to discuss the best and most interesting Premier League transfers from across the summer window. Topics include Manchester City signing Savinho, Riccardo Calafiori bolstering the Arsenal defence, Brighton's new wing wizard and a big striker at Wolves. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Clive Palmer Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn mo...

Sep 05, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 45

Transfer Round Ups: Serie A

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by journalist and producer Davide Zanelli to discuss the best and most interesting Serie A transfers from across the summer window. Topics include Thiago Motta at Juventus, Piotr Zielinski, Roma signing a bruising centre forward and a promising defender brought in by Milan. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Davide Zanelli Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com...

Sep 04, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 44

Transfer Round Ups: Ligue 1

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Luke Entwistle (editor in chief at Get French Football News) to discuss the best and most interesting Ligue 1 transfers from across the summer window. Players include João Neves, Desiré Doué, an all-action midfielder at Monaco and a mercurial Argentine ready to impress at Marseille. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Luke Entwistle Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@blue...

Sep 03, 202446 minEp. 43

Transfer Round Ups: La Liga

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Radio MARCA journalist Nahuel Miranda to discuss the best and most interesting La Liga transfers from across the summer window. Players include Kylian Mbappé, Julian Álvarez, a new wonderkid at Real Sociedad and a mercurial Colombian ready to take centre stage at Rayo Vallecano. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Nahuel Miranda Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewire...

Sep 02, 202446 minEp. 42

Anatomy of a Transfer: Player Care

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Hugo Scheckter (founder and managing director of The Player Care Group) to discuss the role of player care within transfers and recruitment. Topics include the onboarding processes within transfers, what it's like to work with players, developing relationships and some of their ridiculous requests. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Hugo Scheckter Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? ...

Aug 08, 202457 minEp. 41

Streets Won't Forget: Arsenal and Monaco

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Alex Moneypenny for a trip down memory lane, discussing Arsenal's 2013/14 campaign which featured heartbreaking defeats, record signings and Aaron Ramsey going supernova. Then conversation moves onto Monaco's 2016/17 side who reached the Champions League semi-finals with a brilliant young group: including a teenage Kylian Mbappe. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Alex Moneypenny Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested...

Aug 06, 202458 minEp. 40

Anatomy of a Transfer: Data and Analytics

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Ted Knutson (founder and former CEO of StatsBomb) to discuss the role of data and analytics within scouting and recruitment. Topics include the debate between traditional and modern scouting, what it's like to work with clubs, becoming known for their radars and more. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Ted Knutson Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn...

Jul 25, 202455 minEp. 39

Euro 2024 Daily: Superior Spain Break England Hearts

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Elliot Smith to discuss Spain being crowned European Champions after beating England in the EURO 2024 Final. Discussion takes place on how the match unfolded, Spain being the best team in the tournament and why Gareth Southgate's failure to correct obvious mistakes eventually told. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Elliot Smith Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewir...

Jul 14, 202456 minEp. 38

Copa America Final Preview: Argentina v Colombia

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Daniel Cadena Jordan to preview the Copa America final between Argentina and Colombia. They discuss both teams' routes the final, who their key players are, where the game will be won and lost before finishing with their predictions. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Daniel Cadena Jordan Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choice...

Jul 12, 202432 minEp. 37

Euro 2024 Daily: Watkins Winner Sends England To Dreamland

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Alexander Moneypenny to discuss England reaching another European Championship final under Gareth Southgate, the Harry Kane problem, Ollie Watkins grabbing his moment and where the Netherlands fell short. The episode finishes with a quick look to Sunday's final between Spain and England. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Alexander Moneypenny Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email...

Jul 10, 202451 minEp. 36

Euro 2024 Daily: Spain Comeback Secures Final Place

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Elliot Smith to discuss Spain coming from behind against France to secure their EURO 2024 final spot, what France got wrong and why La Roja will be favourites to win the whole tournament. The episode finishes with a quick look to Wednesday's semi-final between England and the Netherlands. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Elliot Smith Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@...

Jul 09, 202448 minEp. 35

Euro 2024 Daily: Starboy Saka Stands Up For England

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Tim Stillman to discuss England reaching another semi-final after beating Switzerland on penalties, the Harry Kane issue and why Bukayo Saka deserved his moment. There was also discussion about the Netherlands coming from behind to beat Turkey and some semi-final chat. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Tim Stillman Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Lea...

Jul 06, 20241 hr 8 minEp. 34

Euro 2024 Daily: Spain Down Germany With Ronaldo Going Home

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Sebastian Hund to discuss the madness that was Spain against Germany, fine margins deciding the game and why Germany still have a bright future to look forward to. Then it's over to Portugal against France which was decided on penalties after 120 minutes of cancelling each other out. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Sebastian Hund Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@blu...

Jul 06, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 33

Euro 2024 Daily: Turkey Stun Austria In Historic Clash

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Elliot Smith to discuss Turkey edging past Austria in the game of the tournament, incredible last minute saves and our sadness at losing this team from the tournament. They also touch on the Netherlands who finally look to have found some balance after beating Romania. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Elliot Smith Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Lea...

Jul 02, 202451 minEp. 32

Euro 2024 Daily: Welcome to the Cristiano Ronaldo Show

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Elliot Smith and Adam Keys to discuss Portugal needing penalties to beat Slovenia, Cristiano Ronaldo being cursed in front of goal and why France will need to improve despite beating Belgium. Host: Phil Costa Guests: Elliot Smith, Adam Keys Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jul 02, 20241 hr 1 minEp. 31

Euro 2024 Daily: Southgate Sleepwalking As Spain Make Statement

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Elliot Smith and Manuel Dominguez to discuss England surviving with a minute to spare against Slovakia, their balance issues and why Spain look well placed as favourites after breezing past Georgia. WARNING: contains Lamine Yamal propaganda. Host: Phil Costa Guests: Elliot Smith, Manuel Dominguez Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn more a...

Jun 30, 202456 minEp. 30

Euro 2024 Daily: Germany Through As Switzerland Stun Italy

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Sebastian Hund to discuss Germany weathered the storm to break down a resolute Denmark, and Switzerland breezing past Italy who have some soul searching to do. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Sebastian Hund Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 30, 202459 minEp. 29

Euro 2024: Knockout Stage Preview

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Stephen Ganavas to preview the Euro 2024 knockout stages. All eight of the different match-ups are analysed, with a focus on their group stage performances, standout players and how their tactics could match up against one another. Each section is then finished with a prediction about which team will go through. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Stephen Ganavas Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on...

Jun 28, 20241 hr 7 minEp. 28

Euro 2024 Daily: Georgia Make History After Downing Portugal

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Elliot Smith to discuss Georgia making history against Portugal, Turkey edging a thriller against Czechia, and all the drama in Group E with Belgium, Ukraine, Slovakia and Romania in action with everything to play for. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Elliot Smith Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...

Jun 26, 202453 minEp. 27

Euro 2024 Daily: England Stutter Again Despite Progression

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Tim Stillman to discuss another underwhelming performance from England after their stalemate against Slovenia, Austria topping their group after shocking the Netherlands and France lacking spark (despite Kylian Mbappe returning) against Poland. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Tim Stillman Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad cho...

Jun 25, 202455 minEp. 26

Euro 2024 Daily: Late Italy Goal Sparks Croatia Heartbreak

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Harry Symeou to discuss an incredible finale between Italy and Croatia, Spain beating Albania to maintain their perfect record and what their prospects are for the rest of the tournament. There's also some debate about the England midfield and whether Conor Gallagher is the right player to deputise. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Harry Symeou Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? E...

Jun 24, 202449 minEp. 25

Euro 2024 Daily: Belgium On The Board As Portugal Progress

On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Elliot Smith to end-to-end clash between Belgium and Romania, Portugal breezing past a disappointing Turkey and Georgia being inches away from history against Czechia. Host: Phil Costa Guest: Elliot Smith Learn more at https://www.footballvisionpodcast.com/ Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 22, 202446 minEp. 24
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