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The boys are back. Well, two of them are anyway, and just in time to discuss all the madness of the January transfer window.
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The World Cup continues and while the boys look over all the action so far, as well as the belated success of (some) African teams, they also cast a eye forward to the bizarre format changes for the 2026 tournament.
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This week the boys discuss all the biggest moments from the World Cup (although part of it is lost to history due to a technical malfunction), ponder where Cristiano Ronaldo will go next, discuss which footballers have the most difficult names and test their knowledge of World Cup finals in the weekly quiz.
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With just days to go until the start of the World Cup the boys discuss the big issues of the day - such as whether or not you should actually watch the tournament.
Then, for those who are watching, there's previews of all eight groups and the boys try their hand at predicting exactly who is going to win the tournament.
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This week the boys marvel at a UEFA qualifying system that makes perfect sense (although one of them is still not happy). That plus some musing the managerial merry-go-round's latest developments
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Read how the UEFA Women's Nations League works for yourself, we promise it's a lot easier to understand than James may have made it seem.
How many transfer windows does Conte really need and how many will he actually get? That's today's big question before Martin and Sam take a sentimental dive into what it means to support a club in the face of adversity.
All that, a very unfair quiz for Martin, and the one's to watch.
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Is the Portuguese league better than the Spanish? The Champions League results have certainly got Sam pondering the power dynamics in Iberia.
Speaking of Portugal, the boys look at what's gone wrong at Wolves and Sam displays his knowledge of Jorge Mendes' clients.
All that and the one's to watch.
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Who can afford Ronaldo? Is there a workable version of the super league? Which footballer would make the best Prime Minister?
These are the big questions the boys discuss in this weeks episode as they do their best to keep Martin from a long-overdue dinner.
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How do we better protect referees? That's today's big question as James and Martin ponder what can be done to improve the ref's lot in life and, more importantly, just keep them safe.
All that plus the ones-to-watch and the weekly quiz.
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What's the fifth best league in Europe? That's the big question the boys ponder this week before moving on to the managerial merry-go-round.
All that plus the ones-to-watch and the weekly quiz.
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Can UEFA ever design a qualifying format that makes perfect sense? That's the main question that comes out of this episode and Martin & James discuss the nations league and the UEFA Women's Champions League.
All that plus the weekly quiz and ones to watch.
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Due to scheduling issues the boys couldn't get together to record a show this week.
However, never ones to let simple logistics get in the way, we present to you: The recommendations special.
Enjoy some specially selected football documentary and football book recommendations from James, Sam and Martin to guide you through the long hours until we return with a real episode, which will definitely be next week... probably.
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This week the lads discuss the sudden removal of Scott Parker, unrest at Aston Villa, and transfers you may not be aware actually happened.
All that plus the ones to watch and the weekly quiz.
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This week the boys discuss retiring lionesses and the problems at Manchester City, how to solve a problem like the league cup, and what exactly is Chelsea's transfer strategy. All that and a top of the table quiz to test your memories.
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This week Sam and James wish Martin a speedy recovery from the tonsillitis that has him out of action and discuss the downward trajectory of Dele Alli and the nominees for the Ballon D'or. All that plus our ones to watch and, of course, a Nick Pope related quiz.
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This week the boys discuss #EmptyOldTrafford and Barcelona's creative accounting, while Sam uses Wjnaldum's move to Roma as an excuse to do a Serie A preview.
All that plus the ones to watch and a quiz based on Sunday's SWPL goal fest.
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The boys are back from a summer hiatus, reflecting on the best England team in 56 years and making all sorts of wild predictions for the year ahead. Plus Sam explores an interesting transfer saga.
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Whose making moves in the transfer market? Is it okay to like Real Madrid? Why is Northern Italy so much better at football than Southern Italy?
With Martin off working with his two new signings, this week James and Sam discuss all these big topics and more.
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This week the boys discuss Billy Sharp and the escalating bad behaviour of certain "fans".
That plus the weekly quiz and Sam talks about Rangers long run in the Europa League.
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While James has a well-earned holiday, Martin and Sam pick things up to talk about Haaland's impending move to Manchester City, what it means for the transfer merry-go-round, and which other strikers could be on the move this summer.
This week James & Martin discuss the start of the summer's transfer rumours and the unending longevity/excellence of Craig Gordon.
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This week Martin declares his love for democracy. Oh and the boys discuss Fabian Schar, the new Austria manager, and some more end of year awards.
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This week Martin had a hard out and challenged us to do the show in 22 minutes. We did it in 21 and a half. Well done us.
Join us as we discuss Trending topics: Fulham, Haaland and Flops of the season at record pace, while still making time for the weekly quiz.
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This week the boys discuss stupid comments from Kenny Shiels and the unstoppable European knockout competition juggernaut that is Unai Emery.
All that and, for some reason, a very extensive quiz on the life and times of Unai Emery.
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This week the boys successfully turn a conversation about Manchester United into a conversation about West Ham and discuss Everton's impending relegation*.
*According to Sam & Martin.
All that plus the weekly quiz.
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This week there's no news but an impending World Cup draw for the lads to get overly excited about that. So here's that. Listen and see if any of the predictions came to pass.
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You hate to see it, but more than that, you love to see it. This week James and Sam discuss all the fallout from Italy's 1-0 defeat to North Macedonia and their second missed World Cup in a row. All that and a very topical quiz.
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Following another disappointing result in Europe this week's top trend is Manchester United. What went wrong, how can it be fixed and who is the man for the job.
All that plus a Jose Mourinho update, the ones to watch and the weekly quiz.
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That's the top trend today so James and Martin discuss why it's so important. There's also pay conditions in the WSL, is Harry Kane better than Thierry Henry (Spoilers: no) and not one but two weekly quizzes.
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This week James mostly seems to just ask Sam if things are right as the lads discuss the continued football related fallout from the crisis in Ukraine.
All that and the return of the much loved MLS kit name quiz.
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This week's Trending topics include The Europa league and Europa Conference League draws, as well as a look at the footballing ramifications of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
All that and Sam take's the weekly quiz around the world.
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This week the boys discuss the war between Conte and Levy, a new manager in Dundee and just what the hell is happening at Sunderland? All that and a Champions League themed quiz.
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This week, James, Sam and Martin refuse to be distracted by Michail Antonio, look at a proper competition in the National League and very very briefly mention Manchester United again. All that and Martin has a stab at running the weekly quiz. Get in touch with your questions, comments or quiz questions using:
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This week three men sit around and discuss misogyny in football (the irony isn't lost on us) and the endemic that is violence against women.
There's also Manchester United's managerial shortlist, the successful conclusion to Aubameyang's "family trip" to Spain, our favourite January transfers and a look at the African Cup of Nations final. All that and the weekly quiz too... all of which is less important than the top subject, but still, it's here.
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This week: The boys discuss Everton fans' new least favourite choice to take over as manager, ins and outs at Manchester United and everything going down in Italy right now.
All that plus a Everton themed quiz, because we love you really Everton fans.
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This week, James, Martin and Simon discuss Jesse Lingard's final days at Manchester United as well as Luis Suarez and the ever growing Liverpool reunion tour at Aston Villa. All that and, as always, a quiz.
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This week James, Sam and Martin discuss Newcastle's new saviour, Chris Wood, as well as the sad end of Lucas Digne's time at Everton. All that and a Kiwi themed weekly quiz.
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Liverpool don't want to play football, but Kieran Trippier wants to play for Newcastle and Philippe Coutinho just wants to play in general. All that and more on this week's episode of the Football Trend.
A happy new year from James and a HNY from Martin. Got questions, comments or thoughts on anything you've heard? Get in touch using:
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Welcome to another Football Trend holiday special, in which the boys ignore whatever's trending and play 20 questions for half an hour. Can James, Sam, and Martin work out each mystery club? Tune in to find out.
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This week Sam joins James & Martin to discuss the biggest issue affecting football right now: COVID-19.
Should there be a circuit breaker? Should we be attending games right now? Should players be forced to vaccinate? Should those who have be setting a better example? All that plus a MLS champions quiz to test Sam & Martin's complete lack of MLS knowledge.
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This week the boys discuss Sergio Aguero's sad departure, Player votes and 10,000 - 1 = stupid.
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On this week's episode the boys discuss the unstoppable factory line of Ajax, the latest impending disaster at Barcelona and the Manchester United young boys getting set to take on young Boys.
All that and a Young Boys Champions League quiz too.
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This week the boys discuss another blow-out victory for the Lionesses, Lionel Messi's latest triumph and the heroics of Gabriel.
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On this week's episode the boys discuss whether a criminal conviction should rule you out of the ballon d'or, whether players are getting another medical checks and exactly what is the right length for half time?
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It's a very special episode as the Football Trend turns 1 year old. The boys discuss the managerial appointment in Glasgow and then take some time to reflect on the year just gone.
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This week Martin's in a car. That's the main story really, but if you insist on knowing more, the boys discuss Gerrard to Villa, The hot seat at Old Trafford and why does the Premier League hate the homeless?
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This week the boys discuss whatever they discussed last week before technical issues stopped Martin from uploading the episode. Confused? Don't worry, this week's actual episode will be along in a second.
This week the boys discuss the three W's.
Yes, that's right, West Ham, Wrexham and (the) Women's European Cup draw. All that plus a classico quiz question.
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On this week's episode the boys discuss the latest victims to be pushed under Jose Mourinho's bus, who could land in the Saudi Arabia FC hotseat and the 25th anniversary of a tragic event.
All that and a tribute to Steve Bruce in the form of the weekly quiz.
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On this week's episode, the boys discuss Brendan Rodger's big ambitions, a Canada side giving James reason to hope and Arsene Wenger's impending cinema debut.
All that plus a game of higher or lower for Martin.
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It's #Cans o'clock as Newcastle United get set to rebrand as Humans Rights Abuse FC. The boys discuss what this move means for the club - who will be the next manager, who will be the first signings, what it'll mean for the city - and that you should never forget the new majority owner definitely murdered a journalist.
There's also a very quick mention of Arsenal and Manchester United, while James tests Martin's knowledge of Watford managers past and present in the weekly quiz.
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On this week's episode the boys discuss an injury blow for Arsenal, an upset in the Champions League and why, if you're hoping for a Saudi Takeover of Newcastle United you're a terrible person. See here for more details: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/3/9/mohammed-bin-salman-the-dark-side-of-saudi-arabias-crown-prince
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On this weeks episode the boys discuss a competitive imbalance in Women's World Cup qualifying, the highs and lows of the league cup and James Rodriguez's semi-retirement to the Qatar Stars League. All that plus the weekly quiz.
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On this week's episode, Sam returns! There's also The unending niceness of Harvey Elliot, Calls for a managerial reshuffle and A look at some of this weeks biggest Champions League games. All that plus the weekly quiz.
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On this week's episode the boys discuss the importance of "good relations" with the Brazilian FA. How Scotland won two games without anyone who can score a goal, and which burger chain Liverpool's new third kit is more inspired by. All that plus the weekly quiz question.
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On this week's episode the boys discuss all the fall out from the summer transfer window, the best free agents available, and the unappreciated genius of Martin Braithwaite amongst the dumpster fire that is Barcelona. All that and Martin makes James reassess whose at fault in Newcastle
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On this week's show, the boys discuss Ronaldo potentially going blue, Scott McTominay's groin and the wonderful connotations of a group stage no-one cares about.
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On this week's episode: Martin returns, as do fans, as does calamity at Everton and Spurs terrible run in Europe. All that plus the weekly quiz question.
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DEAL DONE! The Football Trend brings in a new signing to cover for Martin as our regular expert continues his (officially sanctioned) holiday. Sam joins us to talk through Messi's big move, some potential less important signings and a game of football that you will have either already seen or forgotten was happening.
All that plus another new quiz question.
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On this week's show the boys discuss transfer comings and goings as well as a national team appointment.
All that plus season predictions and the hardest quiz question Martin could steal from a magazine.
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On this week's episode the boys discuss the next bench to be warmed by Joe Hart, the merits of clickbait punditry and what makes a great football shirt.
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On this week's episode, the boys discuss the start of team GB's Olympic football hopes, the end of a famed footballing video game franchise and each hosts weapon of choice if they had to fight Marcos Rojo and his fire extinguisher in a tunnel.
All that plus the start of #QuizMartin.
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This week, the boys discuss who is going where in the transfer market, who is going where in Manchester United's new look squad, and who is going where in terms of Newcastle United's ownership.
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On this week's episode, the boys discuss whether cheating matters when it works in your favour, whether Arsenal's Amazon infused season will be All or Nothing, and whether or not AC Milan are gearing up for a title challenge.
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On this week's episode, the boys discuss Manchester United making moves, life as a free agent for Lionel Messi, and, to the surprise of no-one at all, Arsenal (Look, we can't control whats trending!).
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Scottish heartbreak turns into new career opportunities for two Scots in this week's pod. We've also got McGinn vs Modric, Emery vs Arteta, and fans vs VIPs.
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The boys are reunited just in time to talk about Premier League Fixtures, the battle over carbonated beverages, the return of Rafa, and the worst own goal of all time.
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Anything James can do...
Mr Keep is consigned to his sick bed, so this week Martin takes you through a whistle stop tour of transfer news, the managerial merry-go-round, all of the Euro 2020 build up, and, er, Gary Neville.
James flies solo this week to run through more departures at Everton, Tommy T's new Chelsea contract, Amazon Prime star Danny Rose and a guest star at the Manchester United Fan Forum.
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In a world where the Europa League final doesn't exist (because of timing issues) the boys discuss the latest developments on the managerial-merry-go-round, the potential exodus at inter Milan and what is possibly a landmark moment for equal rights in US women's soccer.
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To mark the Football Trend's quarter century the boys jump on the magical-transfer-merry-go-round. But first: What's happening with the Copa America, have group stage games lost all meaning, and a very happy John Terry day to everyone who celebrates it.
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This week the boys talk about Jesse Lingard's future, discuss Borussia Dortmund's cup success and debate the merits of a good tournament song.
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In this weeks episode the boys discuss the Champions League, Europa league, moving finals, Mourinho's next gig, and the best & worst kit sponsors. Did you know Martin is an Arsenal fan? Tune in to find out more.
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This week the boys talk about the Europa league, the Champions League and Spurs' quest for a new manager.
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This week the boys discuss all the fallout from the European Super League. Martin offers a different format for the Champions league and James lays out a plan for how an open version of a Super League could actually work.
All that plus James tells us everything thats wrong with talk of a British Super League.
Here's James' article on a roadmap for the Old Firm entering the English league. https://soccerserious.wordpress.com/2013/12/28/saving-scottish-football/
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20 Episodes already eh. This week it's James' turn to shine, as the boys discuss #NUFCTakeover and #MLS is back. There's also Champions League coverage and a legally obligated review of some music. Enjoy.
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This week the boys (okay, mostly Martin) look at where things went wrong for two clubs at different ends of the football league: Arsenal and Southend.
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This week the boys discuss a needless debate over Scotland's two best players (after John McGinn), a forthcoming debate over who should be in the England squad, and what to do about Timo Werner's shattered confidence.
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On this week's episode, the boys discuss the World Cup Qualifying chances of England, Scotland and, erm, San Marino, Roy Keane's chances of qualifying as the next Celtic manager, and Notts County's chances of qualifying out of the National League Premier.
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A European special (sorry Nigel) as the boys discuss the great draw for the Champions League, a Gael Clichy sighting, a lack of respect for the Croatian champions, the Europa League results and who will win the tournament.
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On this week's episode the boys discuss Chris Wilder's impending (now confirmed) departure from Sheffield United, Scott Brown's next stage and the action from the latest round of the Europa League.
Also: James fails a quiz and Martin guesses more MLS kits.
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On this weeks episode of the podcast, Martin & James tackle the biggest questions of the day: Is Steve Bruce any good? Is Ole Gunnar Solskjær any good? and is Scott Parker any good? Plus, whats up with these new MLS kit names?
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On a relatively quiet news day, the boys discuss the Europa League draw and the results that got the teams there, as well as Liverpool's latest injury set-back and some thoughts about least valuable players.
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On this week's episode, the boys mark the end of an era for one long serving potter, discuss taking a knee vs standing tall and assess the chances of the British teams in the Europa league.
Is there such a thing as too many British teams? You decide.
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In this week's Football Trend there's a reflection on the all-conquering superiority of İlkay Gündoğan, Martin explores Manchester United's potential summer signings and James offers Mike Ashley a different way out at Newcastle United.
On this week's episode: Martin dives into Ajax's particularly bad day, James loses his mind over European competitions, and theres a discussion over the best full-backs in the world.
All of that plus why Martin's a bad friend.
In a London-centric episode the team discuss the dismissal of a Chelsea legend, West Ham's Moyessiah and Mesut Ozil's younger, cheaper replacement at Arsenal.
Second-choice goalkeepers, Zinedine Zidane, and the return of Mick McCarthy are all on the board as a short-handed 'The football Trend' navigates its way through its own covid-Crisis. Plus: why Phillip Neville is going to be a disaster in Miami.
Bruno's brilliance, the Premier League title race, and young and old linked with AC Milan. All on The Football Trend - recorded 12:40pm on Friday January 15th, 2021.
The management sacking curse strikes the Football Trend boys once again! Plus, early transfer window trends and the latest on how Covid-19 is affecting football.
Ho ho ho! In a break with tradition, Martin and James spread festive joy with a football version of 20 questions. Play along at home and see if you can beat us!
It's a hot topic of conversation in the football world right now, following events at a PSG match and an Instagram post from Edison Cavani - so on this week's Football Trend podcast, Martin and James discuss racism in football...
Week four of the Football Trend podcast brings up the life and times of the late Paolo Rossi, a new appointment at The EFL and a raging James on the Iniesta - Modric debate.
Vieira. Concussions. All-time elevens. Just some of the areas covered in the third episode of The Football Trend podcast. Oh, and a debate on tuck-shop sweets thrown in, just for good measure.
Recorded at 12:30pm on Thursday 26th November, 2020.
It's all about Maradona...
Yesterday's sad news about Diego Maradona dominates trending football conversation, and as a result dominates this episode of the podcast too.
We're also talking managerial merry-go-rounds, featuring Gary Holt, John Terry, Steve McClaren, Wayne Rooney and even Rafa Benitez!
The Football Trend takes whatever is trending on Twitter at the time of recording, and turns it into a rambling football podcast, with Martin Harris and James Keep.
This week - recorded at 1pm on Thursday:
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Pep's new contract
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Matt Beard leaves West Ham Women
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Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney invest in Wrexham