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On The Continent - A European Football Podcast

Welcome to On The Continent, the dedicated European football feed brought to you by the Football Ramble. Dotun Adebayo and Andy Brassell are joined by the best European football experts to dissect the headlines from across the continent and take you inside the European game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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48:40

Crisis? What crisis?

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/10/24

Andy joins us live from Barcelona airport after watching Raphinha & co bury Bayern Munich. Today, he tells Dotun and Nicky Bandini why it is one of the best games he has been to in a long time.Elsewhere, is it too early to say Juventus’ home form is a crisis? Nicky thinks so but she also explains why Thiago Motta’s side are still a work in progress. Plus, Peter Bosz’s PSV are flying once again. Maybe doing plan A better is all they needed all along…Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok,

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30:53

Ask OTC: Cool international managers, Spanish...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/10/18

With Thomas Tuchel now on the growing list of successful club managers to join a national team, can we say that international management is becoming cool again? Meanwhile, as Spain's 19-match unbeaten run in competitive fixtures continues, are they the very early favourites for the World Cup?Atlético Madrid and Lazio are handed small fines after their fans were found guilty of racist behaviour – why wasn't the punishment more severe? Plus, Yohan Cabaye gets a promotion and Mario Balotelli is set to

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49:31

Thomas Tuchel: How long will it last?

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/10/17

Thomas Tuchel is the new England manager and the German media are having a field day, obviously. Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen explain why Tuchel could actually be suited to international coaching for one surprising reason.Elsewhere, Man City have hired a new sporting director from Sporting, while there's more financial turmoil in France after beIN SPORTS failed to pay for their Ligue 1 TV rights. But what are the consequences?Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email us

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29:04

Ask OTC: Paul Pogba’s return, Paulo Fonseca’s...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/10/11

Paul Pogba's ban has been reduced to 18 months, but where does his future lie? After disobeying Paulo Fonseca’s penalty instructions, how do you reinstate order to a group of players seemingly not listening to the coach?Plus, the rise of Omar Marmoush, the future of Frenkie de Jong, and a reflection on Andrés Iniesta's influence on the European game.Dotun, Andy, and David Cartlidge are here with the answers.Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For

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48:43

Red Bull Klopp

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/10/10

From the Reds to Red Bull. Jürgen Klopp has been appointed RB's Global Head of Soccer. What does the job mean? And why has the news been received so badly in Germany? Dotun, Andy and David discuss the hugely controversial move.Elsewhere, David tells us why it’s no longer about Kvara-dona but McToma-dona as Antonio Conte’s Napoli sit pretty at the top of Serie A, and as life without Antoine Griezmann begins amidst Kylian Mbappé’s absence from the France camp, we examine France’s leadership problem

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23:44

Ask OTC: PSG without Ousmane Dembélé, Juventus as...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/10/04

An Ousmane Dembélé-less PSG suffered defeat to Arsenal on Tuesday, so does this prove the Parisians are better off with Dembélé in their side? Marco Rose described Juventus as one of the favourites to win the Champions League, but is that fair or is Rose getting overexcited? Plus, Robert Lewandowski keeps scoring, Pep Lijnders struggles with Salzburg, and should Andrea Pirlo call time on his managerial career?Join Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini for the answers.Ask us a question

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49:14

Goalsland

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/10/03

Two wins from two for Bayer Leverkusen but are they contenders for the Champions League? Today, Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini assess how equipt Xabi Alonso’s side are to fight on two fronts.Elsewhere, there have been a number of heavy defeats in this season’s Champions League, is the new format to blame or could it be another reason? And José Mourinho has written some new hits but can he be a success in Türkiye?Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email us

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26:44

OTC Reacts: A controversial Madrid derby finishes level

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/09/30

Some off-pitch drama turbocharged what was threatening to be a fairly underwhelming Madrid derby. Join Andy Brassell and David Cartlidge for their reactionto Real and Atlético’s 1-1 draw!Andy and David wonder if both sides set up to not lose ground on Barcelona and who will be happier with the draw. We also look through the various controversies that unfolded, including a 15-minute stoppage after Atlétiultras threw missiles at Thibaut Courtois. Doesthe club do enough to punish repeated reprehensible

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36:07

Ask OTC: Vlahović's future at Juventus, Mourinho does...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/09/27

With Arsenal seemingly interested in Dušan Vlahović, is it time for Juventus to look for a replacement striker? After José Mourinho failed to attend his press conference following Fenerbahçe's defeat to Galatasaray, is time running out for the Special One? Plus, why did Benfica go back to Bruno Lage, and why has Raphaël Varane retired at just 31 years of age?Dotun, Andy and Lars are here with the answers.Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For

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49:15

Barça back on track?

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/09/26

Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen touch base in the middle of a chaotic opening round of Europa League fixtures - just as well Lars is on to talk about arguably the biggest win in Bodø/Glimt’s history.We also tip our hats to Hansi Flick, who deserves immense credit after Barcelona’s impressive start. Plus, we ask if Roma’s ownership can win the fans back onside, as the dramatic fallout from sacking Daniele De Rossi continues.Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email us

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27:07

Ask OTC: Roma sack Daniele De Rossi, Bayern thrash...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/09/20

Daniele De Rossi has been sacked by Roma, but is replacing him with Ivan Jurić the right move? Bayern Munich thrash Dinamo Zagreb, but is it a surprise given the current struggles in the Croatian league? Plus, how did Stuttgart pull off a deal with Brighton for Deniz Undav?Dotun, Andy and David Cartlidge have all the answers.Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and

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49:54

A home for broken toys

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/09/19

Are Juventus one of the most interesting teams in Europe? Today, David Cartlidge tells Dotun and Andy why Thiago Motta’s side are currently one of his favourite teams to watch.Elsewhere, Dortmund got their Champions League campaign started with a win. Andy explores whether Jürgen Klopp’s spirit is living on through Nuri Şahin. And what is going on with Adrien Rabiot? We unpick how he’s ended up at Marseille - or as David calls them - the home for broken toys.Ask us a question

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29:45

Ask OTC: John Textor & Everton, a big week for Angel...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/09/13

Lyon's John Textor says that buying Everton would be like becoming US president, but how serious is he about the purchase? Angel Gomes shone for England, so just how good can he become? And could Viktor Gyökeres become an even better striker than Zlatan Ibrahimović, or are we getting ahead of ourselves?Join Dotun, Andy and Jonathan Johnson to find out.Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and

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49:01

Are PSG better now?

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/09/12

Is Griezmann the question or is Alvarez the answer to Atlético Madrid’s season? Today, Dotun, Andy and Jonathan Johnson explain how Atleti can successfully use both their key stars this season despite contrasting international breaks.Elsewhere, JJ is excited about PSG. He outlines why Les Parisiens could actually benefit from the departure of Kylian Mbappé. Also, the Champions League and Europa League return next week – but not as we know it. What should we expect from this season’s revamped

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26:59

Ask OTC: Torrid times at Sevilla, England to Türkiye,...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/09/06

Things are bad at Sevilla, but can they get even worse? The summer transfer window has slammedshut, except in Türkiye that is. Sowhich Premier League players might be making the move? And can Mats Hummels, having spent his whole career in Germany, adapt to the challenges of Serie A?Join Dotun, Andy and Nicky to find out the answers.Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe:

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50:16

The Osimhen Myth

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/09/05

Make no mistake about it: Victor Osimhen’s move to Galatasaray has shocked European football. But also – thanks to Napoli’s mismanagement – it was totally inevitable.Dotun and Andy are joined by Nicky Bandini to provide the full story and explain how Galatasaray have secured one of the best strikers in Europe in the very prime of his career, with talk of poor performances last season very much exaggerated.They also discuss the end of Bayer Leverkusen’s 462-day unbeaten run in Germany – and it

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32:49

Ask OTC: Federico Chiesa’s fresh start, Dortmund’s...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/08/30

Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen are here with more answers to your various continental queries. We give you the lowdown on Federico Chiesa’s move to Liverpool and how his versatility might prove useful, even if his star has waned since a bad injury in 2022.We also discuss Jamie Gittens’ continued improvements at Dortmund and if he can flourish into their next young star, Galatasaray’s potential problems after missing out on the Champions League and clubs across the continent paying their respects to

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48:01

The elephant in the boardroom

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/08/29

Lars Sivertsenwould like to call Barcelona a circus - but that would be unfair to a lot of functioning circuses.Today, Lars joins Dotun and Andy to evaluate how Hansi Flick has won his first 3 La Liga games as Barça manager, despite the ongoing distractions behind the scenes. Elsewhere, we explain why Zlatan Ibrahimović could be the elephant in the boardroom when it comes to Paulo Fonseca’s future at Milan. Plus, Thomas Müller is still the hero at Bayern Munich - how much will Vincent Kompany need

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20:53

Ask OTC: Why İlkay Gündoğan offended Barcelona, the...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/08/23

İlkay Gündoğan is leaving Barcelona after just one season, so why are they relaxed about letting him go? As PSG look set to sell Manuel Ugarte so quickly too, what are Man United really getting for their money? Will Domenico Berardi move out of Serie B? And do Kilmarnock have any chance at all of beating Copenhagen in the Europa Conference League play-off?!Join Dotun, Andy and Nicky for the answers!Ask us a question onX,Instagram andTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows,

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50:34

Thiago Motta: A New Hope?

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/08/22

Juventus made an eye-catching start to Serie A, but is it too early to get excited? Today, Nicky Bandini tells Dotun and Andy how Thiago Motta has already won the support of everyone at Juventus, something that isn’t always guaranteed.Elsewhere, Marseille also made a flying start to the season. Andy and Nicky explain why Roberto De Zerbi is the perfect fit for them. Plus, can Bayer Leverkusen win the Bundesliga again? Our panel certainly think so.Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and

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