It's bizarre how long it took Argentinians to learn to love Leo Messi. His exile from his declining homeland always made him suspect. The comparison with Maradona hung over him from the start. And why was he hardly ever as good for Argentina as he was for Barcelona? We tell the story of the world's best player's complex relationship with his own country, and ... Show More
Jan 2025
The Super Agents: How Mino Raiola Changed Football's Transfer Market Forever
How did a pizza waiter from Haarlem become one of football's most influential figures? This is the story of Mino Raiola, the super-agent who transformed the football transfer market, and his successor, Rafaela Pimenta. In this episode, Simon and Mehreen explore the extraordinary ... Show More
1h 46m
Dec 2024
Football and the trenches: The 1914 Christmas truce
In 1914, 110 years ago exactly, British and German troops came up from the trenches to meet in no man’s land and play football. This remarkable event, known as the Christmas Truce, is the subject of today’s special episode. Instead of focusing on one hero, human, or villain, this ... Show More
49m 12s
Dec 2022
World Cup Final Beckons! Messi and Argentina topple Croatia, Luis Enrique's One Regret, and a Busquets Renewal Rumor
On episode 418, Dan and Rafa Aldamuy discuss Argentina's 3-0 win over Croatia and the wonder that is Lionel Messi. They talk about how Argentina is built to support Messi, who Luis Enrique regretted bringing, a possible Busquets renewal, and much more!Running Order:How is Argenti ... Show More
58m 17s
Dec 2022
Basking in the Glory! Tactical Breakdown and Emotional Conclusions to Messi's World Cup Victory
On episode 421, Dan is joined by Argentina supporter Dave Siegel to finish basking in the glory that was Messi winning the World Cup. They talk about Scaloni's decisions, Messi's leadership, Argentina's tactics, and much more!Running Order:What was the roller coaster ride like fo ... Show More
52m 46s