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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 top European football experts to cut through the noise and dissect the biggest stories from across the continent, as the game enters a pivotal period with the 2026 World Cup on the horizon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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35:33

The Italian Manchester United

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/07/18

As we gear up for the return of domestic football, some of Europe’s top clubs are undergoing a summer rebuild. Today, Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen are here to explain why Thiago Motta’s main job at Juventus will be to achieve one thing: lose the title of "the Italian Manchester United”.Speaking of imitations, Andy explains how Dortmund are doing their best Bayern impression by signing a collection of Stuttgart’s best players. Elsewhere, Kylian Mbappé is introduced to 80,000 Real Madrid fans – but

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42:13

Spain win Euro 2024! Is this the start of something...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/07/15

Have we just witnessed the start of the next great Spanish football dynasty? Today, Dotun, Andy and David Cartlidge are here to unpick how Spain won Euro 2024 by playing the best football at the tournament. Even if it wasn’t typically Spanish at times.Elsewhere, David and Andy also take a moment to commend the Basque core which was such an important part of Spain's success – and the panel reflect on some of their favourite moments from another historic major tournament.Ask us a question

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24:35

Ask OTC: Who’s winning the final, the most impressive...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/07/12

With just days until the Euro 2024 champions are crowned Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini answer your questions about the biggest game of the year. Have Spain peaked a little too soon? Or have they saved a masterclass for the biggest stage?We also look back over the Euros more broadly, Türkiye take on Georgia to decide the tournament’s biggest overachievers, and we wonder if Italy’s Riccardo Calafiori has played his way into Mikel Arteta’s thinking.Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and

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41:11

And then there were two

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/07/11

Our Euro 2024 final has been decided: Spain vs England. How did we get here and what should we expect? Today, Nicky Bandini explains to Dotun and Andy how she’s been impressed by Spain’s ability to win different types of matches.And what about England’s chances? Andy outlines how Bukayo Saka could be absolutely crucial in Sunday’s final. Plus, Didier Deschamps is staying in charge of France, but are the fans - or even the players - happy with his leadership?Ask us a question

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45:56

Big man summer

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/07/08

England and France were both favourites coming into the Euros and have both been heavily criticised for their underwhelming performances. What’s the difference between the two teams? Didier Deschamps and co simply could not care less.Today, Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen are here to explain why France are completely unfazed by public opinion. Elsewhere, Lars declares it’s officially big man summer after Wout Weghorst stars for the Netherlands. The panel also pay tribute to Türkiye, Euro 2024’s

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26:14

Ask OTC: Portugal’s reaction to Ronaldo, the future...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/07/05

How did Portugal react to Cristiano Ronaldo’s tears? We know what Arda Güler and Lamine Yamal are all about at international level right now – but what does the future look like for them at their clubs? Should we be surprised that Turkey and Switzerland have done so well? And is this year’s Euros proof that a single-host competition is ALWAYS the best way to go?Dotun and Andy are joined by David Cartlidge for discussions around all of those questions and much more!Ask us a question

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42:11

Spain vs Germany: Is this the final?

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/07/04

We’re getting to the business end of Euro 2024! Today, Dotun, Andy and David Cartlidge debate who will come out on top in the first quarter-final: Spain or Germany.Elsewhere, Andy and David explain why Didier Deschamps’ handling of Antoine Griezmann could be the key reason why France have struggled so far at Euro 2024. Plus, why it might be too early to get excited about the Netherlands – even after their 3-0 win over Romania.Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email us

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49:05

Can anyone stop Spain?

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Spain put on a dazzling display last night against favourite OTC hipster pick Georgia. Two players dazzled particularly – Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal. Dotun, Andy and Nicky discuss how Spain are thriving with that extra dynamism. Can they be stopped? Plus, while Nico Williams and his club are closer than ever, despite rumours of a transfer circling, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has a rather different situation to go home to…Elsewhere, Nicky talks us through the huge fallout in Italy after their

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26:03

Ask OTC: Emerging stars, the tactics of international...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/06/28

With the group stages finished up Dotun, Andy and Jonathan Johnson are here to answer all of your burning questions!We wonder if Germany and Spain have tidied up their pre-tournament issues, give Georgia their deserved flowers and settle on a few young stars who may have earned themselves a move after some exceptional performances. Plus, we rank the various clashes of cuisine we’ve seen thus far!Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free

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49:37

The French Disconnection and awesome Austria

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/06/27

Dotun, Andy and Jonathan Johnson take stock of the biggest stories that have emerged from the group stages thus far. We hear about the pressure on Didier Deschamps back home and wonder how the varying form of Antoine Griezmann, Ousmane Dembélé and Kylian Mbappé could save - or sink - their ship.Elsewhere, Belgium scrape through amid plenty of fan discontent and we give you the lowdown on why Austria have emerged as a legitimate contender under Ralf Rangnick!Ask us a question

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42:15

Deschamps the Cowardly Coach

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/06/24

Germany have topped their group… just. Today, David Cartlidge explains to Dotun and Andy how other teams can take inspiration from Switzerland when playing Germany in the knockout rounds.Elsewhere, Didier Deschamps has been accused of being cowardly. Andy and David debate whether that is fair or whether 'pragmatic' would be a more appropriate label. Plus, is Cristiano Ronaldo just a glorified Trojan Horse for the extremely impressive Portugal?Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email

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25:40

OTC Reacts: Nico Williams’ night

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/06/21

Spain 1 - 0 Italy… doesn’t really do it justice, does it? Today, Andy and David Cartlidge are here to react to an eye-catching performance from Spain. All they needed was a couple more goals.Elsewhere, David makes the case for why Spain has the best midfield in the tournament. Plus, Andy and David analyse where this result and performance leaves Italy ahead of their decisive final group game against Croatia.Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For

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46:44

We’re going to Berlin

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/06/20

Things are hotting up in Germany, but are the home fans starting to believe? Today, Archie Rhind-Tutt tells Dotun and Andy how the German fans are starting to feel optimistic about their team's chances, even if they’re not making as much noise as the Scotland fans just yet.Elsewhere, Archie and Andy explain how Croatia’s midfield is starting to resemble an OTC 5-aside team. Plus, who will replace Kylian Mbappé and how do the rest of Europe view England? The panel answer your questions on today’s

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38:59

Germany have the vibes

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/06/17

When it comes to winning a major tournament, how important are vibes? Today Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini are here to explain how Germany’s recent improvements could be down to Julian Nagelsmann simply getting the atmosphere right in the Germany camp.Elsewhere, they try to make sense of the Netherlands' defensive frailties, despite having some of the best defenders in the competition on paper. Plus, Marcus Thuram and Kylian Mbappé have spoken out about the political unrest in France; Andy and Nicky

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27:09

Ask OTC: Euro 2024 breakout stars, what are...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/06/14

As we get ready for Euro 2024 Dotun, Andy andLars Sivertsen are here to answer all of your questions ahead of the tournament.Who is going to be the breakout star? Can Scotland get out of their group? What countries are on the verge of a golden generation? And what country wins the food European Championships?Listen 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 subscribe:

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43:53

Euro 2024 Preview

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/06/13

We’re finally here! Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen are here with everything you need to know about the most intriguing teams and players across the continent vying for Euros glory!We wonder if France are now the firm favourites, work out whether Germany and/or Spain can convert promising recent signs into legitimate progress and run through some of the most exciting players who are set to light up the tournament this month.Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email us

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37:01

Euro 2024 Preview: Germany

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/06/12

"Rhythm Is a Dancer, is Nagelsmann’s the answer?" That’s the question that Dotun and Andy are asking Archie Rhind-Tutt on our final Euro 2024 preview.Today, Archie is here to offer insight into how Germany are preparing to host Europe’s elite both on and off the field and whether tournament Germany will really turn up this time around.Plus, Archie shares where fans can get a kebab at 4am if they’re heading to Germany for the tournament. Listen to the end for that!Ask us a question

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28:27

Euro 2024 Preview: Portugal

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/06/11

Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Rafael Leão, João Félix, João Palhinha, Rúben Dias… These are just some of the players in the Portugal squad. Are people underestimating them?Today, Miguel Pereira joins Andy and David Cartlidge to share some insight into what to expect from Portugal at Euro 2024. Miguel explains how the team have evolved towards a Spanish style of play under Roberto Martinez and why Cristiano Ronaldo could still play a key role at this summer’s tournament.Ask us a question

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27:19

Euro 2024 Preview: Belgium

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/06/10

Belgium are the perennial tournament dark horses of the modern era. But, as their golden generation starts to fade away, how are the Red Devil’s shaping up ahead of Euro 2024?Today, Dotun and Andy are joined by Belgian football expert Kristof Terreur, who explains why optimism is low in the country despite a recent upturn in form under Domenico Tedesco. Kristof also explains the real reason why Thibaut Courtois is missing the tournament despite his Champions League final success.Ask us a question

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27:12

Ask OTC: PSG’s global appeal, Benjamin Šeško’s...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/06/07

As the curtain falls on continental club football for another season, Dotun, Andy and Jonathan Johnson tackle some of your burning questions about various players and managers moving on to pastures new.We ask how PSG can maintain their global appeal without Kylian Mbappé, wonder if Benjamin Šeško is the hottest striker on the market this summer and the Serie A coaching ranks get shaken up again!Ask us a question onTwitter,Instagram andTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free

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