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Tifo Football Podcast

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In-depth tactical, historical & geopolitical breakdowns of the beautiful game. From the team behind the Tifo Football YouTube channel.

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Episodes

Smith & Farke Sacked, Manchester Derby Bullying + West Ham's 'Big Lads'

Joe, Seb and JJ reconvene, following a Manchester Derby with a hint of schoolyard bully about it... Plus, the gang analyse how West Ham shocked Liverpool, why Aston Villa AND Norwich both sacked their respective managers over the weekend and how hard Antonio Conte is already working his new Spurs players. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 09, 202148 min

What Will Conte's Spurs Look Like? + Apologising To Aaron Ramsdale

The Tifo team digest the news that Nuno Espirito Santo has been sacked by Tottenham and ponder what effect his rumoured replacement, Antonio Conte, will have on the current squad? Plus, more on how the Spurs news helps to contextualise a much-improved Manchester United performance, Seb and Alex admit they were wrong about Arsenal's Aaron Ramsdale, Brighton "get gritty" and Michael Olise's decision-making. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 02, 20211 hr 5 min

A New Low for United & Solskjaer + Barca's Remodel and How Everton Imploded

Joe, Seb and Alex reconvene following Manchester United's humiliation at Old Trafford on Sunday... The trio attempt to agree on whether or not Liverpool actually needed to be *that* good to win, whether Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should have resigned, who his managerial replacement could be and what the big plan for Jadon Sancho was before he was signed? Plus, how Barcelona are attempting to boost their transfer kitty, how Claudio Ranieri's Watford shocked Everton and how Man City loanee, Tommy Doyle,...

Oct 26, 20211 hr 6 min

The Newcastle Takeover and are Manchester United in Trouble?

Joe and Alex have a lengthy discussion about the Newcastle Takeover and what it means for the team and Steve Bruce, now that Newcastle are the richest team in the League by far. Also, they take a look at why Manchester United might be in a little bit of trouble. Are they missing more than a defensive/central midfielder? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 12, 202158 min

Phil Foden's Ceiling, PSG's Cheat-Squad & Arteta's Arsenal 'Still Downloading'

JJ Bull and Alex Stewart get super into the respective tactical masterclasses on display at Anfield on Sunday, and discuss Salah's 'Messi-goal', Bernardo Silva's transformation and Phil Foden's ceiling... Whether McTominay is an attacking midfielder in a defensive midfielder's body and how Graham Potter would get more out of the current Arsenal squad than Arteta is. Plus, why PSG's team is much better on paper than on a football pitch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 05, 202158 min

Tuchel's Tinkering, Bruno's Apology & How Soon is Too Soon to Sack A Spurs Manager?

Seb actually flies back in to the UK to vent his anger at Spurs and Nuno Espirito Santo, to Joe and JJ... Plus, why Bruno felt the need to apologise for a missed penalty, whether Tuchel tinkered too much for the City game, why the jury is still out on Arteta's Arsenal & why football video games are getting worse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 28, 20211 hr 2 min

The Ndombele Boom & Bust, Toney's Touch + Benitez' Competence

Joe, Seb and the returning Alex Stewart discuss the highlights from another fascinating Premier League weekend... While Seb preaches for optimism at Everton, Alex marvels at Ivan Toney's start to life in the top-flight. Plus, more on Ronaldo's impact on Mason Greenwood and a lot of rain on the continent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 21, 202154 min

Tanganga Sent Off, Harvey Elliott's Injury and Karma for Leverkusen

Joe and Seb are lonely together in this week's podcast as JJ and Alex are on holiday. In this week's podcast: - Crystal Palace battered Spurs at Selhurst Park, Joe and Seb were particularly intrigued by the battle between Tanganga and Zaha. - Manchester United are top of the league! Also, how Sancho and Pogba can exist away from the limelight and prosper? - Harvey Elliott's horrific injury and 100 Premier League goals for Mo Salah. - A triumph for karma in the Leverkusen v Dortmund match. - A ro...

Sep 14, 20211 hr 15 min

Greenwood's Future, Van de Beek's Present and Arsenal & Edu's Transfer Policy

Joe returns to bring order to the Tifo Football Podcast, with guests JJ Bull and Seb Stafford-Bloor. Mason Greenwood has been Manchester United's standout star for Joe this season, but what does his future hold now that Cristiano Ronaldo has returned? Donny van de Beek seems to be stuck in limbo in Manchester , so what does he need to do to break out? Arsenal are in deep trouble after three weeks of the 2021/22 season and Edu has defended himself and Arsenal's transfer policy in a public intervi...

Sep 07, 202145 min

Reliable Xhaka, Messi's Circus & Nuno's Surprisingly Good Fit

The Tifo team reflect on Wolves' goal-scoring existential crisis, yet another tactical disaster-class from Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta, Burnley's increased aggression and Messi's PSG debut... JJ is still hosting - and impersonating Joe - who's now back - and impersonating JJ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 31, 202159 min

Bruno's Moaning, Payet's Aim & Is Tierney Trying To Do Too Much?

JJ and Alex address criticism of Arsenal's Kieran Tierney and discuss whether or not Virgil Van Dijk's return to fitness has already 'solved' Liverpool's defensive problems. Plus, why Bruno wasn't fouled, how good Inter look without Lukaku and how easy it is to defend a corner when the opposition are refusing to return from the changing rooms! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 24, 202141 min

Man United 'Click', Pablo Mari's Bone Structure & Haaland The Geek!

Seb, Alex & JJ are here to answer the big questions, following the opening weekend of a new Premier League season... Who should partner Ben White in defence for Arsenal? What is Dele Alli's new role for Nuno's Spurs? Can Mason Greenwood keep Cavani out of United's starting XI? Who is cooler, Haaland or Mbappe? ... And, if Grealish is City's 'shiny new necklace', what does that make Harry Kane? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 17, 202157 min

Messi's Tears, Lukaku's Unfinished Business & A West Ham Takeover?

The Tifo team discuss Messi's Barcelona exit, Pochettino's PSG Globetrotters and what it means for the future of Man United's Paul Pogba. Plus, Lukaku's proposed return to Chelsea, Leicester Community Shield win over Man City and a potential West Ham takeover bid?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 10, 202140 min

Harry Kane Misses Training, and no more Pro Evo.

Harry Kane missed training, Grealish looks to he nearing a move to City, Joe walked out - and Seb and JJ discuss the end of Pro Evo and Celtic’s Woes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 03, 202146 min

Euro 2020: The Final

It was Italy versus England at Wembley in the final of the 2020 European Championships. Join JJ Bull, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Joe Devine for penalties, performances, commiserations and joy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 12, 20211 hr 3 min

England, Denmark & Extra Time

England are going to their first major tournament final in many, many moons, after beating Denmark 2-1 after extra time. A controversial penalty separated the two teams, but there's lots else to discuss from a (at times) chaotic game. JJ Bull joins Joe Devine to do just that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 08, 202159 min

Italy, Spain & Penalties

Italy squeezed passed Spain on penalties in today's semi-final clash, after open-play goals from Morata and Chiesa. Iain Macintosh joins JJ Bull and Joe Devine to analyse the first semi-final, and look forward to England's game against Denmark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 07, 202154 min

England Still Haven't Conceded a Goal

England thrashed Ukraine 4-0 in their quarter final tie, setting up a semi-final with Denmark, who eased passed Czech Republic earlier today. The Tifo team analyse the day's events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 04, 20211 hr 12 min

Italy, Spain, Belgium & Switzerland: The Quarter-Finals Day #1

Italy stood down Belgium in the day's knockout clash, whilst Spain just about held on to pass Switzerland on penalties in the earlier tie. JJ Bull and Alex Stewart join Joe Devine to analyse the events of the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 02, 202156 min

Southgate & Sterling's England

England beat Germany in the knockout rounds of a major tournament. Gareth Southgate's team selection and system wins the day. Raheem Sterling scores yet another England goal. And Ukraine slide past 10-man Sweden en route to meet England in Rome in the quarter finals. The Tifo team analyse day 17 of Euro2020. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 30, 20211 hr 9 min

The Best Football Day Ever?

France lose on penalties to Switzerland, after six goals in the game. Only bettered by the eight goals on show in Croatia v Spain earlier in the day. Was this the best football day ever? Who could possibly say, but the Tifo Team do their absolute best to cover a remarkable, remarkable day of football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 20211 hr 9 min

Injured Belgium Progress, Portugal & Netherlands Depart

Portugal lost their Round of 16 tie with Belgium today, despite perhaps being the better team. And the Czechs surprise & delight, knocking Netherlands out on their way to the quarter finals. The Tifo team analyses Euro 2020's Day 15 games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 27, 202157 min

Italy's Extra Time & Denmark Breeze Past Wales

Italy were held to extra time in their first knockout game against Austria. A Federico Chiesa goal was needed to break the deadlock 100 minutes into the game. In the earlier game, however, Denmark easily got the better of a rubbish Wales and move on to the quarters. The Tifo team analyses the football of the day and also talks a bit about bath sheets versus large towels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 27, 20211 hr 12 min

France, Germany, Portugal: The Group Stage is Over!

France top the dreaded Group F, followed closely by Germany (who now face England in the Round of 16)! Portugal sneak through in third, and Hungary exit as expected. Plus, Spain finally unleash the goals, and Sweden impress against Poland. The Tifo team administers the final group stage round up before a couple of days off! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 24, 202155 min

England Are Through!

England enjoy a divisively comfortable victory over Czech Republic on their way to winning Group D. Next stop, runners up from the Group of Death (otherwise known as Group F). Scotland, on the other hand, have exited at the group stage, and a dismayed JJ Bull tells all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 22, 202157 min

Denmark! ...and Tomorrow

Denmark put four past Russian in Copenhagen; perhaps the most moving footballing moment of the tournament so far. Austria prove Seb wrong by beating Ukraine to advance to the knockout stages. And we look ahead with JJ to Scotland and England's crucial games tomorrow evening. All this and more on the Tifo Football podcast. Points are bad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 22, 20211 hr 2 min

Italy & Wales Advance!

Group A concluded in style today, with Italy and Wales retaining first and second positions respectively after a 1-0 Italy victory. Switzerland sent Turkey home with no points, beating them 3-1 with a few lovely goals to boot. The Tifo team discuss the above, plus lots of permutations. Yeah. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 21, 202158 min

Germany Are Back! (And Even France Can Draw...)

The Group of Death became the Group of Life today, with Hungary holding out for a 1-1 draw against tournament favourites France. Not to mention Germany giving Portugal a good old seeing to. Plus Spain are still struggling to finish those abundant chances. All of this and more from the Tifo team on this fine Euro2020 day number 9. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 19, 20211 hr 1 min

Disappointing England, Impressive Scotland

England drew 0-0 with Scotland this evening. Seb Stafford-Bloor and Alex Stewart join Joe Devine to discuss the teams' performances, including a confused and conservative England, and an impressive and strong Scotland. There's also talk of Friday's first two games between Czech Republic & Croatia, and Sweden & Slovakia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 18, 202153 min
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