Game of Opinions: The Eurosport football podcast
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Italy deserve Euro 2020 triumph | Racial abuse of England stars disgraceful and disgusting
July 12, 2021 15:15 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBIn the latest Eurosport vodcast in partnership with The Beautiful Game Podcast, Dotun Abijoh, Justin Cole and Pete Sharland react to the Euro 2020 final between England and eventual champions of the tournament Italy after all the drama at Wembley Stadium. From Italy's stunning triumph to England's disappointment on the biggest stage and, unfortunately, some lamentable behaviour from the home 'fans'. For all the positives to take from England's showing at the tournament and Italy's triumph...
Football is at the front door - England have the chance to make history in Euro 2020 final against Italy
July 08, 2021 17:19 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBIn the latest The Beautiful Game x Eurosport 'Game of Opinions' podcast, the team look back at two epic Euro 2020 semi-finals as England and Italy made it through to Sunday's tantalising final at Wembley. There's talk of the Three Lions' newfound team spirit, Jordan Pickford's form, penalties and the chance for Gareth Southgate's team to write their names in the history books. For their opponents, there is a breakdown of how the Azzurri managed to nullify the threat of Spain and how they...
England put on complete performance but final four difficulty seperate as all roads lead to Wembley
July 05, 2021 13:46 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBIn the latest Eurosport x The Beautiful Game podcast, Eurosport's Ibrahim Mustapha joins Dotun Abijoh and Deji Odedina to look ahead to the two huge Euro 2020 semi finals. The team dissect England’s demolition of Ukraine and look at the very different challenge Denmark will pose at Wembley after their fine tournament so far. There’s also talk about Italy and whether they can continue their impressive run against a Spain team that many are perhaps underestimating. Hosted on Acast. See aca...
England have to attack against Ukraine to send a message out
July 02, 2021 15:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBIn the latest episode of the collaboration between Eurosport and The Beautiful Game podcast Ola Fisayo joins Justin Cole and Dotun Abijoh to look ahead to England's clash with the Ukraine on Saturday in the Euro 2020 quarter-finals. The pair discuss who will start in the front three behind Harry Kane, are Buakyo Saka and Jack Grealish the keys to unlocking their opponents? Plus there are thoughts on whether England need to be more attacking or whether they should stay as they are. And fi...
Phillips, Rice and Pickford are England’s unsung heroes!
June 30, 2021 14:53 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBIn the latest Eurosport x The Beautiful Game podcast, Eurosport's Pete Sharland joins Justin Cole and Deji Odedina to discuss the second half of the Last 16 matches of Euro 2020. The trio kick things off by talking about England's 2-0 win over Germany, and Odedina and Sharland want to give some love to some of England's unsung heroes before a debate about the international future of Thomas Muller. After that talk turns to the other game of the night as Ukraine beat Sweden in extra time. F...
This was the performance of the tournament - Praise for Denmark but worries for Belgium?
June 28, 2021 12:38 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MBIn the latest Eurosport x The Beautiful Game podcast, producer Ola Fisayo picks up where he left off by resuming hosting duties alongside Dotun Abijoh and Deji Odedina to discuss the first half of the Last 16 matches of Euro 2020. The team begin by discussing the tie of the round, Belgium v Portugal. Was Thorgan Hazard's goal that good? Should Rui Patricio have done better? Plus how worried should we be about Belgium's injuries? Then we move on to the story of the round, Denmark hammerin...
Is it Mason Mount v Jack Grealish for England? And who wins between Romelu Lukaku and Cristiano Ronaldo?
June 25, 2021 16:43 - 22 minutes - 21 MBIn the latest Eurosport x The Beautiful Game podcast, producer Ola Fisayo steps into the hosting chair alongside Dotun Abijoh and Deji Odedina. The team break down the selection headaches facing England manager Gareth Southgate ahead of the clash with Germany in the Last 16 of Euro 2020. The guys agree that Bukayo Saka has to start, but what happens with Mason Mount and Jack Grealish? After that attention turns to the tie of the round, Belgium against Portugal. As far as the team is conc...
Gareth Southgate has a big headache - he didn't expect Bukayo Saka and Jack Grealish to be so good!
June 23, 2021 13:24 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBIn the latest Eurosport x The Beautiful Game podcast, Buj and Dot are joined by Eurosport's very own Pete Sharland. The team break down Gareth Southgate’s tactics in England's victory over Czech Republic and provide answers as to what he should do for the last 16. Bukayo Saka and Jack Grealish were both given starts against the Czechs at Wembley Stadium - very surprisingly in the case of the former - and the pair rewarded their manager with impressive displays. Now, Southgate has a bit o...
It's not really Harry Kane's fault - Gareth Southgate must use his England bench
June 21, 2021 09:12 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBIn the latest Eurosport x The Beautiful Game show, Buj and Dot are joined by Eurosport's own Ben Snowball. The team break down what exactly went so wrong for Gareth Southgate and England in their Euro 2020 clash with Scotland at Wembley Stadium. For all the criticism of striker and captain Harry Kane, the trio believe it has not really been his fault and he will surely come good. Southgate MUST use his bench with England's wealth of attacking options and make the changes that are so neede...
Why Arsenal makes perfect sense for Locatelli
June 18, 2021 12:36 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBIn the latest Eurosport x The Beautiful Game show, Buj and Dej are joined by Eurosport's own Ibrahim Mustapha. The team discuss a masterclass from Kevin de Bruyne in Belgium's win over Denmark, as well as lauding Gareth Bale for the way he has adapted his role, as seen in the win which has taken Wales to the brink of the last 16. But the big talking point is breakthrough star Manuel Locatelli of Italy. His two goals against Switzerland have the whole continent talking, and some major club...
Portugal and Ronaldo could win 2022 World Cup; are France really all that?
June 16, 2021 14:45 - 28 minutes - 26 MBThought Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal were in swansong territory? Think again. Ronaldo is 36 years young and looks capable of playing long beyond Euro 2020 alongside an exciting group of international teammates including Bruno Fernandes, Ruben Dias and Joao Felix. And what about France, who are widely tipped to storm to the title? Were they really that impressive against Germany? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Football needs a rethink after Eriksen tragedy and how Southgate got it right against Croatia
June 14, 2021 17:29 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBThe frightening scenes involving Christian Eriksen should sound alarm bells for the footballing world. The Beautiful Game and Eurosport team reflect on whether players are being overworked at the moment and whether the current schedule needs to change. There’s also a look back at England’s win over Croatia and who else has impressed on the opening weekend of the tournament including the prospects of Belgium and Italy as potential winners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
Euro 2020 special - Grealish is England’s best player; why racism debate is ‘exhausting’
June 09, 2021 14:24 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MBJack Grealish is the standout player in the England squad and must start at Euro 2020, according to the latest Eurosport x The Beautiful Game podcast collaboration. The panel also discuss the depressing debate around England taking the knee, saying some supporters don't even want to change their ways when it comes to racism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Was it Pep's fault or the players? And where do City go next?
May 31, 2021 08:49 - 40 minutes - 56 MBWe bring an end to our run of Champions League podcasts with our review of the final, as a Thomas Tuchel-inspired Chelsea defeated Manchester City 1-0 in Porto. Dot, Dej and Buj discuss all the fallout, and debate whether this was ultimately a failure of management from Pep Guardiola, who meddled with his line-up and tactics, or a failure of his big-name players. Elsewhere there's praise for the majestic N'Golo Kante but also Jorginho and Reece James, the latter of whom made a real stateme...
Thomas Tuchel has the secret to stop Pep Guardiola
May 06, 2021 12:36 - 93.9 MBThe gents from The Beautiful Game pull no punches in their direction of the second leg of the Champions League Semi-Finals as Mauricio Pochetino and Eden Hazard step into the firing line. The team look ahead to the final as Chelsea and Manchester City make plans for all-English showdown in Istanbul, and pick both their favourites and who they want to win, two very different things Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pep’s finest hour since leaving Barcelona | Real Madrid are just strange
April 29, 2021 11:16 - 111 MBIn the latest Eurosport show in partnership with The Beautiful Game Podcast, the team look back at the first legs from the Champions League semi-finals and all the drama from the huge European match-ups. Is this really Pep Guardiola's finest moment in football since leaving Barcelona? Have Chelsea done enough to progress against a very odd Real Madrid? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bellingham must be in contention for England start at Euros
April 15, 2021 14:57 - 113 MBIn the latest Eurosport podcast in collaboration with The Beautiful Game, the team have been heaping praise on Borussia Dortmund’s Jude Bellingham as they review the Champions League quarter-final second legs. Is the 17-year-old on the verge of not just an England squad place, but the starting line-up? The panel discuss that and much more. Jude Bellingham is playing so well for Borussia Dortmund that he should be considered as a starter for England at the European Championship, according to...
If PSG don't win Champions League, Neymar era has been a failure
April 08, 2021 14:46 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBIn the latest Eurosport show in partnership with The Beautiful Game Podcast, the team look back at the first legs from the Champions League quarter-finals and all the drama from the huge European match-ups. Can Bayern Munich still recover to defend their title after losing to a Kylian Mbappe-inspired PSG? There is that and much more. Rate or review us on your podcast platform of choice. This episode was produced and edited by Ola Fisayo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
Tuchel proves Chelsea were right to sack Lampard | Hazard a Real flop
March 18, 2021 14:42 - 98.1 MBWe're back with the Beautiful Game Podcast as the Round of 16 draws to a close in the Champions League. Thomas Tuchel has already made a huge impact at Chelsea. After the Blues secured their place in the quarter-finals of the Champions League with a 3-0 aggregate win over Atletico Madrid, our latest Eurosport vodcast in partnership with The Beautiful Game Podcast featured plenty of recognition for Frank Lampard's impressive successor. The team also broke down Robert Lewandowski's latest st...
The Cristiano Ronaldo experiment at Juventus is over, and it's been a failure
March 11, 2021 10:56 - 82.3 MBWe're back with the Beautiful Game Podcast for the third episode in our Champions League special run. We cover all the week's action and top stories. For all the latest news and opinions check out https://www.eurosport.co.uk/football/ Be sure to subscribe to The Beautiful Game Podcast: https://podfollow.com/1464558689/view Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
International Women’s Day special with Carrie Dunn and Jen Offord
March 04, 2021 13:36 - 57 minutes - 132 MBIn advance of International Women’s Day, Carrie Dunn and Jen Offord present a special podcast discussing all the latest news and views in women’s football. Featuring the England Lionesses’ return to action, Emma Hayes’ links with the AFC Wimbledon job and sexist abuse on social media. Celebrate International Women’s Day on Monday March 8. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Atletico Madrid ‘rolled out the red carpet’ for Chelsea | Cancelo is Pep’s second love
February 25, 2021 14:10 - 66.1 MBWe're back with the Beautiful Game Podcast for the second episode in our Champions League special run. We cover all the week's action and top stories. To learn more go to: https://bit.ly/3dKWKWF Be sure to check out The Beautiful Game Podcast: https://podfollow.com/1464558689/view Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mbappe or Haaland | Barcelona aren’t a top club anymore
February 18, 2021 10:53 - 83.7 MBWe’re back with the Beautiful game to cover every minute of the Champions League knockout round. Buj, Dej and Dot are joined by Ben to cover the major talking points and give some strong opinions. Be sure to check out The Beautiful Game Podcast: https://podfollow.com/1464558689/view Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The comprehensive Transfer Window roundup | The Best and Worst deals ranked
February 02, 2021 17:50 - 144 MBThe full Beautiful game team of Buj, Dej and Dot join Pete to discuss the January transfer window in all it's glory. The best and worst deals as well as deadline day. Be sure to check out The Beautiful Game Podcast: https://podfollow.com/1464558689/view Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Arsenal have taken Maitland-Niles for a ride - Why he has to leave The Emirates
January 29, 2021 17:00 - 38 MBIt may be our final daily podcast of the transfer window, but fear not! We will be back on Tuesday, just the other side of the transfer window to bring you a comprehensive round-up of the January comings and goings as well as a deadline day review. Buj and Dej from The Beautiful Game podcast and Pete Sharland discuss the future of England international Ainsley Maitland-Niles. After a strong start to the season, he has found it hard to get game time and now he may be ready to leave for eithe...
'It makes no sense!' - Why did Real Madrid send martin Odegaard to Arsenal?
January 28, 2021 17:00 - 38 MBDot and Buj from The Beautiful Game Podcast join Marcus to discuss the biggest rumours of the day, including why it was totally baffling that Real Madrid allowed Martin Odegaard to move on loan to the Emirates Stadium. Next, the team turned their attention to the situation surrounding Arsenal's Lucas Torreira and whether he will secure a move to Monaco in the January transfer window. Finally, what should Brandon Williams do next after having had limited opportunities to shine at Manchester...
Escaping media glare at PSG can save Dele's Euro dream
January 27, 2021 15:39 - 20 MBDot and Dej from The Beautiful Game podcast join Ben Snowball to discuss Dele Ali’s loan to PSG and how escaping the UK media glare can save his dream to represent England at the Euros. The team also laud over Aston Villa’s capture of Morgan Sanson and debate what Max Mayer’s return to Germany means for the former wonderkid - ‘He needs a team built around him’, but is this all Roy Hodgson's fault? Be sure to check out The Beautiful Game Podcast: https://podfollow.com/1464558689/view Host...
Lingard will show United what they are missing | Sevilla’s unbelievable steal
January 26, 2021 16:24 - 39.3 MBWe continue our special collaboration with The Beautiful Game podcast team, with the three biggest transfer stories of the day. Be sure to check out The Beautiful Game Podcast: https://podfollow.com/1464558689/view Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Reason Frank Lampard failed at Chelsea | The argument for Sergio Ramos joining PSG
January 25, 2021 16:34 - 42.1 MBWe continue our special collaboration with The Beautiful Game podcast team, with the three biggest transfer stories of the day. Buj and Dej from The Beautiful Game podcast joined Ben Snowball to break down the big news on Monday: Frank Lampard's departure from Chelsea. But were Chelsea too hasty to sack him? ‘Prototype of an Allardyce striker' - Why Christian Benteke is perfect for West Brom Christian Benteke has been linked with a move to West Brom, but does it make sense? 'We've seen p...
‘Shocking’ Arsenal signing confirmed | Josh King close to West Ham
January 25, 2021 12:15 - 42.6 MBWe continue our special collaboration with The Beautiful Game podcast team, with the three biggest transfer stories of the day. Mat Ryan has joined Arsenal from Brighton on loan until the end of the season in a surprise switch. In the fifth Eurosport show in partnership with The Beautiful Game Podcast, our experts dissect Australian’s move to the Emirates. Does the move make sense? Is Ryan good enough to be a number one? And what do Brighton have to gain from it? Be sure to check out The B...
'Not a tier-one manager' | Is Thomas Tuchel really the right man for Chelsea?
January 21, 2021 17:08 - 22.6 MBWe continue our special collaboration with The Beautiful Game podcast team, with the three biggest transfer stories of the day. Dot and Dej from The Beautiful Game podcast join Ben Snowball to discuss the rumours linking Adama Traore with a move to Liverpool. Could he be an impact player off the bench, or would his style just not suit Jurgen Klopp? While Frank Lampard is under increasing pressure at Chelsea and Thomas Tuchel has been linked as a potential replacement. But is the former PSG...
Odegaard is the perfect replacement for Ozil – City should go for Ings
January 20, 2021 18:27 - 46.1 MBWe continue our special collaboration with The Beautiful Game podcast team, with the three biggest transfer stories of the day. Would Martin Odegaard be a good signing for Arsenal in the January transfer window? The Real Madrid playmaker has been linked with a move to the Emirates so our experts analyse the pros and cons of the signing and discuss more of the other big topics in the transfer window, How Manchester City should be first in line for Danny Ings. And finally, why oh why would To...
Why is it all Mourinho's fault? – Dele Ali has to look in the mirror if he leaves for PSG
January 19, 2021 18:33 - 35.8 MBWe continue our special collaboration with The Beautiful Game podcast team, with the three biggest transfer stories of the day. Dele Ali’s reunion with Mauricio Pochettino at PSG, and why it might not all be Jose Mourinho’s fault. Staying on the continent, we cover David Alaba’s possible Real Madrid move and the domino effect that could see Sergio Ramos and Raphaël Varane exit the Bernabéu. Finally the man that could change the dynamic at Arsenal: Emi Buendía. Be sure to check out The Bea...
Eurosport x The Beautiful Game Podcast – A run of transfer specials
January 18, 2021 19:37 - 36.4 MBIn a very special collaboration with the best independent football podcast around, The Beautiful Game, we take you through the very best transfer stories up until the close of the transfer window. Today we discuss AC Milan’s interest in Fikayo Tomori and if it even makes any sense. Christian Eriksen and his proposed return to Spurs, and what bad blood might emerge. And Chelsea’s desire to bring Erling Haaland to west London. Be sure to check out The Beautiful Game Podcast: https://podfollo...
Did Neymar outshine Lewandowski in 2020?
December 15, 2020 06:00 - 29 minutes - 67.9 MBNo Ballon d’Or? No problem. Eurosport have stepped in to honour the best men's and women's footballers in 2020. Can anyone stop the cream of Bayern Munich and Olympique Lyonnais sweeping up more accolades? Welcome to the Eurosport Star of the Year awards, with your host Ben Snowball! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bayern’s win a lesson for Guardiola; were Neymar and Mbappe to blame?
August 24, 2020 15:41 - 23 minutes - 53.5 MBGOO welcomes back Eurosport Germany-France duo Florian Bogner and Cyril Morin to dissect the Champions League final between Bayern Munich and PSG. Did Hansi Flick show Pep Guardiola how it’s done? And does any blame rest with Neymar and Kylian Mbappe? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Barcelona special: Mes que un crisis?
August 20, 2020 13:45 - 25 minutes - 58.7 MBIn this week’s episode of Game of Opinions regular Pete Sharland leaps off the bench and into the hosting chair to talk all things Barcelona. He is joined by Michael Hincks and Graham Ruthven as our trio try to make some sense of the mess the Spanish club find themselves in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Champions League bumper preview: Predictions galore from European experts
August 05, 2020 14:59 - 38 minutes - 87.8 MBWe recruited five experts from across the Eurosport network to provide analysis on their nation’s teams left in the Champions League. Flo Bogner (Eurosport Germany), Cyril Morin (France), Simone Eterno (Italy), Agustin Garlan (Spain) and Pete Sharland (UK) joined Ben to preview this year's season-ending tournament. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kane to Man Utd? Havertz to Liverpool? If ‘big six’ could make one signing only…
July 30, 2020 14:18 - 34 minutes - 79.7 MBSuppose the Premier League’s so-called big six – Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham – could only sign one player this summer. Who would get the nod? Join Ben and the gang for some terrific (and terrible) shouts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What’s gone wrong with ‘rubbish’ David de Gea?
July 21, 2020 13:59 - 23 minutes - 54.2 MBBen is joined by Daniel Harris and Pete Hall to dive into the blunders and bloopers of David de Gea. What’s gone wrong? And is Dean Henderson really the man to replace him at Manchester United? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Court battle won, now how can Manchester City usurp Liverpool?
July 15, 2020 12:48 - 27 minutes - 62.3 MBManchester City have won their first big battle in the courts. But how are they going to go about fixing things on the pitch? Ben is joined by Pete Sharland and Michael Hincks to map their path to next season’s Premier League title… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is this the end for ‘destroyer’ Jose Mourinho?
July 09, 2020 14:00 - 26 minutes - 60.6 MBBen is joined by Marcus Foley as Paul Parker wades into the Jose Mourinho debate on the GOO podcast and says the Spurs "coach" is "scared" to attack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
'Appalled' by Liverpool fans - but could Reds win five in a row?
June 30, 2020 18:32 - 28 minutes - 66.1 MBTony Evans and Paul Hassall join host Ben Snowball to condemn the celebrations after Liverpool ended their 30-year wait for a title. But it’s not all bad news as a dynasty could be on the horizon at Anfield… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Italian special: Will Koulibaly join Liverpool? Could Ronaldo leave Juventus?
June 23, 2020 16:00 - 26 minutes - 61.5 MBThe GOO podcast interrupts Italian football expert Simone Eterno’s Sardinia getaway to talk Kalidou Koulibaly, Cristiano Ronaldo and much more. Join regulars Ben Snowball and Pete Sharland as we dive deep into the tales surrounding Serie A’s biggest names… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Marcus Rashford: National hero (and the Premier League is back!)
June 16, 2020 16:00 - 36 minutes - 84.2 MBGOO stars Paul Parker, Daniel Harris and Ben Snowball are thrilled at the return of the Premier League while the nation has a new hero: Marcus Rashford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Liga special: What’s gone wrong at Barcelona and Real Madrid?
June 09, 2020 16:00 - 25 minutes - 59.5 MBWho’s excited for La Liga’s return on June 11? Spanish football experts Graham Ruthven and Michael Hincks join Ben Snowball as GOO answers the big questions. Why are Barcelona and Real Madrid suddenly a bit ordinary? Is Lionel Messi over the hill? And should there really be so much hate for golf-lovin’ Gareth Bale? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sheffield United to finish fourth, Norwich to stay up – bold Premier League predictions!
June 05, 2020 14:23 - 27 minutes - 64.1 MBThe gang gaze deep into the future to predict the Premier League run-in. Join host Ben Snowball, Carrie Dunn, Marcus Foley and Pete Sharland to discover why Sheffield United could break into the top four and how Norwich City can pull off the great escape. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
'We're looking for systemic change': Football and the response to racism
June 02, 2020 16:04 - 26 minutes - 60.9 MBThere is only one topic worth discussing today as we digest football's response to the killing of George Floyd in America. Jadon Sancho was among the players to make a statement in the Bundesliga at the weekend and Liverpool sent an image across the world as their whole squad took a knee in support of the #BlackLivesMatter movement. Ben Snowball and Pete Sharland are joined by former England international Paul Parker and Ola Fisayo to discuss what clubs, players and governing bodies can d...
Schmeichel, Chilavert, Buffon, Casillas: Who is the greatest goalkeeper ever?
May 26, 2020 06:00 - 30 minutes - 69.3 MBRemember Peter Schmeichel’s rage? Gianluigi Buffon’s eternal talent? Jose Luis Chilavert’s free-kicks? Iker Casillas’ reflexes? The latest Game of Opinions podcast debate focuses on the finest guardians of the goal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bundesliga special: Dortmund, Haaland and football without fans
May 19, 2020 17:18 - 30 minutes - 70.5 MBBorussia Dortmund would benefit from not winning the Bundesliga title this season, according to the latest Game of Opinions podcast. It’s a wildly inflammatory suggestion but German football expert Florian Bogner and Eurosport UK’s Pete Sharland claim there is little appetite for them to triumph... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.