Are Paul Pogba & Granit Xhaka purely tournament players that aren't consistent enough in the Premier League? How many players are successful after being signed based on international tournament performances?In this episode of the Straight Shootin' View, SSLJA discusses the fact that Paul Pogba & Granit Xhaka play better for France and Switzerland, than they do at Manchester United & Arsenal respectively.SSLJA also discusses the fact both players struggle for consistency in the Premie...
Aug 01, 2021•15 min
Could Team GB have been better prepared for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics? How exciting is the upcoming FAWSL season going to be?In this episode of the Coaching with JBK, Jaymie discusses the Tokyo Olympic games, specifically Team GB and their elimination from the Olympic games and a problem with how Team GB got their place at the games without qualifying.JBK also looks at the issue of Covid-19 being a hindrance with expanded squads due to the pandemic and a lot of players being thrown together and no...
Jul 31, 2021•15 min
Congrats to Alex Scott on landing the Football Focus hosting job. What does The Spectator have against Marcus Rashford's charitable acts?In this episode of the Straight Shootin' View, SSLJA discusses the recent news that former Arsenal Ladies & England Lionesses player Alex Scott will take over Dan Walker as the host of BBC's Football Focus and will be a commentator on EA Games football game FIFA 22. SSLJA also discusses The Spectator and the news of an article they were going to run on Marc...
Jul 24, 2021•20 min
How important is Olympic football and who will get the gold medals in Tokyo? Should it be mandatory that players are released to play in the Olympics or should it be the players choice?In this episode of the Coaching with JBK, Jaymie discusses the Tokyo Olympic games, the first round of games of the Womens football at the Olympics and gives his views.JBK discusses whether or not Olympic football should be taken more seriously by mens club sides. JBK discusses whether or not clubs should either H...
Jul 22, 2021•11 min
Would Man City or PSG signing free agent Lionel Messi be due to financial doping? Will Lionel Messi stay at Barcelona or try his luck elsewhere?Inthis episode of the Straight Shootin' View, SSLJA discusses La Liga President and Real Madrid fan Javier Tebas' comments that Manchester City or Paris St Germain would only be able to sign free agent Lionel Messi by financial doping (using their owners money, not the money they've earned). SSLJA looks back at his previous comments on Tebas' conflict of...
Jul 18, 2021•11 min
Is Racism a disease that needs to be purged from society before football, or does football need to lead the way in getting rid of prejudice first?Are politicians like Boris Johnson & Priti Patel using the England team to improve their Public image?In this episode of The Straight Shootin' View SSLJA discusses politicians jumping on the England bandwagon after the Euro 2020 Semi-Final victory and politicians using England's run to the final to deflect from their own damaged PR during the Covid...
Jul 14, 2021•19 min
In this Euro 2020 Final Special podcast introduced by JBK, Da Gman, Nathan 'Arsenal' & Straight Shootin' LJA discuss their thoughts on the Italy v England 2020 European Championship final. They give their thoughts on the game, the penalty shootout and England once again losing on penalties in a major tournament. They also look ahead to the future for this young England side, especially with the Qatar 2022 world cup taking place next year.For more information about Pitch Talk visit: Our Offic...
Jul 12, 2021•18 min
In this Euro 2020 Final Special podcast, JBK, Da Gman, Nathan 'Arsenal' & Straight Shootin' LJA discuss their thoughts on the Italy v England 2020 European Championship final. The Pitch Talk crew give their thoughts on each side, how they've performed so far, their respective roads to the final, potential staring lineups, key players to watch and scoreline predictions for the finalFor more information about Pitch Talk visit: Our Official Website - http://www.pitch-talk.comhttp://Facebook.com...
Jul 11, 2021•45 min
England have made it through to the Euro 2020 final, is football finally coming home?In this episode of the Straight Shootin' View an elated SSLJA asks the question, 'Is football finally coming home' and gives his prediction on Sunday's Euro 2020 final. SSLJA looks at the match v Denmark and looks ahead to how England could win the final.For more information about Pitch Talk visit: Our Official Website - http://www.pitch-talk.comhttp://Facebook.com/pitchtalk (Become a fan & member of our Fac...
Jul 08, 2021•8 min
Who does JBK think will progress to the Finals of Euro 2020? Will England beat Denmark, Will Italy beat Spain? Or will we see more surprises?In this episode of the Coaching with JBK, Jaymie discusses the Semi finals of Euro 2020 and gives his predictions on who he thinks will win the semis and go to the finals on July 11th.For more information about Pitch Talk visit: Our official website - https://www.pitch-talk.com/http://Facebook.com/pitchtalk (Become a fan & member of our Facebook group)h...
Jul 07, 2021•11 min
Who does SSLJA think will progress to the Finals of Euro 2020? Will England beat Denmark, Will Italy beat Spain? Or will we see more surprises?In this mini episode of the Straight Shootin' View, SSLJA discusses the Semi finals of Euro 2020 and gives his predictions on who he thinks will win the semis and go to the finals on July 11th.For more information about Pitch Talk visit: Our official website - https://www.pitch-talk.com/http://Facebook.com/pitchtalk (Become a fan & member of our Faceb...
Jul 06, 2021•4 min
In this episode of coaching with JBK, Jaymie gives his predictions for each of the Euro 2020 Quarter final matches, which are Switzerland v Spain, Belguim v Italy, Czech Republic v Denmark & Ukraine v England.JBK also gives some historical context to the matches with head to head records past & present.For more information about Pitch Talk visit: Our Official Website - http://www.pitch-talk.comhttp://Facebook.com/pitchtalk (Become a fan & member of our Facebook group)http://Twitter.c...
Jul 02, 2021•11 min
Did you enjoy the absolutely electrifying Euro 2020 Round of 16? How far can England go after finally beating Germany?In this episode of the Straight Shootin' View, SSLJA discusses the utterly electrifying round of 16 of Euro 2020 and looks at what may have changed from a rather drab group stage.SSLJA looks at the eliminations of France & the Netherlands and Spain being taken to the limit by Croatia. SSLJA also looks at England finally beating Germany in a tournament match, how far they coul...
Jun 30, 2021•16 min
In this episode JBK gives his predictions and roundups of last 16 knockout round games of Euro 2020 including some upsets, with some tactical insights and a look ahead to the Tuesday 29th June games including England v Germany..For more information about Pitch Talk visit: Our Official Website - http://www.pitch-talk.comhttp://Facebook.com/pitchtalk (Become a fan & member of our Facebook group)http://Twitter.com/pitchtalk @pitchtalkhttps://www.instagram.com/pitchtalk/http://Youtube.com/pitcht...
Jun 29, 2021•9 min
In this episode JBK gives his predictions for the Italy v Austria & Wales V Denmark last 16 knockout round games of Euro 2020, with some tactical insights and a look ahead to the next round of games. For more information about Pitch Talk visit: Our Official Website - http://www.pitch-talk.com http://Facebook.com/pitchtalk (Become a fan & member of our Facebook group) http://Twitter.com/pitchtalk @pitchtalk https://www.instagram.com/pitchtalk/ http://Youtube.com/pitchtalk Find & Subsc...
Jun 27, 2021•6 min
Was the Euro 2020 group stage boring because too many teams could go through? Should England fear anyone? Do UEFA have a double standard when it comes to politics & football? In this episode of the Straight Shootin' View, SSLJA discusses the general lack of entertainment provided by the group stages of the European championships and whether this has anything to do with so many teams being able to progress. SSLJA looks at matches such as Czech Republic v England as an example of a match with ...
Jun 24, 2021•15 min
Do politics and football mix? Should Politics and football mix? If players take the knee, will you turn off the TV? In this episode of the Straight Shootin' View, SSLJA discusses the generally negative results of when football and politics mix, due to some fans booing players taking the knee at Euro 2020 matches. SSLJA looks at examples in sport throughout history and football specifically where politics & sport have mixed, including Colin Kaepernick taking the knee and Marcus Rashford's wor...
Jun 16, 2021•16 min
Will Covid19 have a major impact on Euro 2020 due to multiple host countries? Is a half fit Jordan Henderson better than no captain? Do fans get too hung up on results of friendlies? In this episode of the Straight Shootin' View, SSLJA discusses the fallout from England's narrow 1-0 win v Romania in a pre Euro 2020 friendly and the overly harsh criticism from fans and some sections of the media about captain Jordan Henderson's fitness, as well as Manager Gareth Southgate's team selection and for...
Jun 08, 2021•16 min
CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE - https://www.pitch-talk.com/ What is Pitch Talk? Who are we? What do we do & Where can you find us? We are fans of football (soccer) dropping videos and vlogs on the beautiful game. Hosted by Straight Shootin' LJA, Da Gman & JBK feat. Nathan Arsenal We tackle (pun intended) stories and issues on and off the pitch from tactical breakdowns and transfers, to how football affects society, politics of the game and everything in between. If there's a point to be discusse...
Jun 01, 2021•57 sec
Are the British Media and football Fans too quick to hype young English players? Does the overhype negatively impact their development? Ahead of the all Premier League 2021 Champions League Final between Chelsea FC and Manchester City FC, In this episode Straight Shootin' LJA discusses the overhyping of young English players by fans, media and pundits, looking at examples such as Chelsea's Mason Mount and Manchester City's Phil Foden. SSLJA looks at how the pressure of overhyping players can oft...
May 27, 2021•16 min
After Project Big Picture & The European Super League Debacles, will owners of the 'Big 6' Premier League clubs spend bigger than ever to get the fans back onside? In this episode Straight Shootin' LJA looks ahead to what could be one of the most interesting Close season/Pre Season summer transfer windows ever, as he feels that owners of the so-called Big 6 clubs, have a lot of making up to do with the fans. SSLJA looks at the damage that has been done to the reputations of the clubs by thei...
May 20, 2021•15 min
Will protesting the Glazers force them to sell up? Do some protesters take it too far and is a 3-4 day social media boycott pointless? In this episode Straight Shootin' LJA discusses the recent protests at Old Trafford by some Manchester United fans about the Glazer family ownership of the club, that got the Manchester United v Liverpool match postponed until May 13th and also a social media boycott by clubs and other entities that took place on the very same weekend the protests happened. SSLJA...
May 14, 2021•14 min
What are the Top 5 WORST Non FIFA video games SSLJA played from 1992-2002? In this episode of The Straight Shootin' View Top Picks, SSLJA discusses his picks (and honourable mentions) of the worst Non FIFA video games that he played from 1992-2002, ranging from the Sega Megadrive, to the Sony Playstation 1 and consoles in between. SSLJA looks at why some of these games were so bad and if there were any redeeming qualities from the games. Connect with Straight Shootin' LJA - Twitter - http://Twit...
May 08, 2021•10 min
Will the Harrogate Town v Port Vale EFL League 2 match from April 5th 2021 go down as a watershed moment for Female Referees? In this episode Straight Shootin' LJA discusses Rebecca Welch breaking down a barrier for Women in Mens football by becoming the first ever appointed Female referee in EFL history, when she officiated the Harrogate Town v Port Vale EFL League 2 match from April 5th 2021. SSLJA looks at the potential impact this could have on women not just wanting to get into refereeing, ...
Apr 29, 2021•11 min
The European Super League plans collapsed in spectacular fashion with all 6 Premier League sides pulling out, but is it merely delaying the inevitable? In this episode Straight Shootin' LJA discusses the recent collapse of the proposed midweek European Super League and looks at whether or not fans were the main reason behind the Premier League clubs pulling out, or sponsor pressure made the owners u-turn? SSLJA looks at the potential of a breakaway Super League in the near future and the damage ...
Apr 22, 2021•26 min
The Premier League 'Big 6', Juventus, Real Madrid reportedly signing up to a breakaway European Super League, is this the future of football, or purely a money & power grab by big clubs? In this episode Straight Shootin' LJA discusses the recently revealed plans for a midweek European Super League featuring 12 founder teams, 6 of which are Premier league clubs (Arsenal, Spurs, Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea and Manchester United) along with Real Madrid, Barcelona, Juventus, AC Milan, At...
Apr 19, 2021•27 min
Did Michail Antonio make the right choice in choosing to play for Jamaica over England? Do FIFA residency rules need to be changed? In this episode Straight Shootin' LJA discusses West Ham United forward Michail Antonio choosing to represent Jamaica over England. SSLJA looks at whether Antonio has made the right decision after a couple of very good seasons with West Ham, which had only recently started to put him in contention for a potential full, competitive England squad call up. SSLJA looks ...
Apr 15, 2021•17 min
Is it too late to stop the Qatar 2022 World Cup? Is Norway & Germany's support of migrant workers a token gesture from football? In this episode Straight Shootin' LJA discusses Norway and Germany's international sides wearing t-shirts showing support for abused & deceased migrant workers working on the Qatar 2022 World Cup stadium building. SSLJA asks if football is reacting too late to the revelations of abhorrent migrant worker abuse by wearing t-shirts in 2021, considering that Amnest...
Apr 03, 2021•23 min
Did Cristiano Ronaldo's disallowed goal v Serbia expose the disconnection between football's governing bodies? In this episode Straight Shootin' LJA discusses Cristiano Ronaldo's controversially disallowed late goal in Portugal's 2-2 draw with Serbia, in their world cup qualifier for the Qatar 2022 World Cup. SSLJA looks at bigger picture of the goal being disallowed, which he feels exposes the disconnect between football's governing bodies and the peculiarity of GLT (Goal Line Technology) &...
Apr 03, 2021•15 min
In this Pitch Talk Special Feature segment SSLJA & JBK to discuss the underrepresentation of people from BAME (Black and Minority Ethnic) backgrounds in Women's football. 0:00 Intro & Lack of representation as a barrier to entry 4:00 Damaged perception of Women's football after Aluko & Spence vs Mark Sampson as a barrier 14:00 - Are the fa doing enough to change the system & address a lack of BAME mentoring? 16.58 - Social Media abuse & Black underrepresentation in society 19...
Mar 31, 2021•36 min
