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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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38:26

OTC Reacts: Leverkusen do a job on Bayern

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/02/12

Do Leverkusen dare to dream?! Bayer Leverkusen schooled Bayern Munich on Saturday to take control of the title race. Today, Andy Brassell and Bundesliga pitch side reporter Archie Rhind-Tutt, who was there on the ground, react to this seismic result.Archie explains to Andy why Leverkusen were always the prime candidates to unseat Bayern from their throne and how Xabi Alonso was the final piece in the puzzle to achieve this. After plenty of daydreaming about Alejandro Grimaldo’s left foot, Archie

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27:26

Ask OTC: De Rossi’s revolution, Fatih Terim’s Greek...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/02/09

Is Daniele De Rossi the right man for Roma long-term? After a shock reality check for Schalke, what is the financial health and sustainability of countries’ second division across Europe? Have we got another great Atalanta team on our hands? And how has one of the great characters of Turkish football ended up at Panathinaikos?!Dotun, Andy and Nicky are back to answer all of your burning questions!Ask us a question onTwitter,Instagram andTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free

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50:14

Internazionale validation

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/02/08

Inter secured their position at the top of Serie A with a win over Juventus at the weekend. Today, Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini explain why they are good enough to make an impact in Europe again this season. So when will we start considering them among Europe’s elite once more?On the other end of the spectrum, there are problems in France for both Marseille and Lyon; Andy and Nicky explain why Gennaro Gattuso could be being used as a punch bag for Marseille's wider issues. Plus, will Xabi Alonso’s

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31:04

Ask OTC: Deadline Day special

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/02/02

Get your yellow ties on and plug in the fax machines: Dotun, Andy and David are here with a Deadline Day special of Ask OTC!We’ve got all you need to know about the biggest transfer stories across Europe. We ask why some French clubs have been splashing the cash - even if PC issues meant Lyon missed out on Saïd Benrahma - and check in with the La Liga title contenders after their mercifully quiet windows. Plus: are we seeing the emergence of a Swedish golden generation?Ask us a question

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46:30

Xavi’s month of doom

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/02/01

Xavi has said he decided to leave Barcelona at the start of the season. But it was January that sealed his fate. Today, Dotun and Andy are joined by David Cartlidge who explains how Xavi has not only been let down by the club but also by injuries which will define his final disappointing season.Elsewhere, Andy explains why Europe’s top clubs are not all in for Lautaro Martínez despite his season of a lifetime. Speaking of which, over in Eredivisie Peter Bosz is proving all the doubters wrong at PSV

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21:46

Ask OTC: Divisions in UEFA, the selling club crisis,...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/01/26

Are Aleksander Čeferin’s days numbered as UEFA president after Zvonimir Boban’s resignation? Why have selling clubs across Europe stopped buying so smartly? How is an Osasuna fan experiencing this season’s success for Athletic Bilbao? And what’s the in-stadium food scene REALLY like in Europe?Miguel Delaney joins Dotun and Andy to keep you fed with another Ask OTC!Ask us a question onTwitter,Instagram andTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and

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48:39

Who controls the calendar wins

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/01/25

Karim Benzema is reportedly unhappy in Saudi. Today, Miguel Delaney joins Dotun and Andy to explain how the possible exodus from Saudi will affect European football.Speaking of Saudi’s influence in Europe, Andy explains why it's hard to get excited about the newly expanded Supercoppa Italiana. Plus, some frustration has started to creep into Bellingham’s game at Real Madrid - listen to find out why.Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free

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27:22

Ask OTC: Why Ajax signed Henderson, the Villarreal...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/01/19

Will Jordan Henderson improve Ajax? Why have one Spanish team’s performances got David calling them ‘the junior Girona’? How have Bayern gone from being one of the most savvy clubs in Europe to consistently missing their targets in the transfer window? And why are Villarreal plummeting down La Liga, just like Sevilla?Dotun, Andy and David answer your burning questions from across European football on this week’s Ask OTC!Ask us a question onTwitter,Instagram andTikTok, and email us

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50:10

Some things never change, Sancho

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/01/18

Xavi has said he will walk away at the end of the season if Barcelona fail to win a trophy. Today, David Cartlidge joins Dotun and Andy to explain why Xavi’s situation at Barça isn’t too dissimilar to what is happening with Erik ten Hag at Manchester United.Elsewhere, Marco Reus and Jadon Sancho have picked up where they left off at Dortmund – Andy explains why their relationship is so strong. Plus, he also reveals how Lyon have signed one of Europe's hottest prospects to become a central part of

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29:45

OTC Reacts: José Mourinho’s gone

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/01/16

Roma have sacked José Mourinho! That could only mean one thing: Andy and Nicky Bandini are here with an emergency pod. Nicky explains why last season’s Europa League final was potentially a sliding doors moment for Roma and how failing to qualify for the Champions League ultimately lead to Mourinho’s downfall.Nicky also explains why there have been comparisons made between new Roma manager Daniele De Rossi and Ole Gunnar Solskjær. Plus, Andy fears that Mourinho will now end up at Lyon!*shudders*Ask

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30:03

Ask OTC: Mourinho on the ropes, Werner’s last chance,...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/01/12

Who at Roma are set to turn on José Mourinho, the fans or the board? Is this Timo Werner’s last chance at the top level? Where does Antoine Griezmann stand in La Liga’s all-time greats? And why is the end of a law in Italy slashing big overseas signings in Serie A this month?Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini are your tour guides for today’s Ask OTC, join us!Ask us a question onTwitter,Instagram andTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe:

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53:22

The Italian Ferryman

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/01/11

“Keep my name out of your mouth!” Yep, those were the words Victor Osimhen said to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s agent. Today, Nicky Bandini joins Dotun and Andy to explain how Napoli went from exultant champions to infighting and mid-table mediocracy in the blink of an eye.Elsewhere, Andy explains why Bayern Munich won’t win the Champions League unless they recruit well in January. And could Osimhen could be the heir to Mbappé’s throne in Paris?!Ask us a question onTwitter,InstagramandTikTok, and email

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24:26

Ask OTC: The next La Masia, the case for Eric...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/01/05

Where is Europe’s next talent factory? Is Eric Choupo-Moting the answer to Man United’s attacking woes? Who is set to be worst affected by the Africa Cup of Nations and Asian Cup? And why does Kalvin Phillips need to think twice before heading to Juventus?Dotun and Andy are joined by Lars Sivertsen for the first Ask OTC of 2024!Ask us a question onTwitter,Instagram andTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe:

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50:21

The Gentlemen of Girona

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2024/01/04

Juventus have finally admitted they’re in the title race. Today, Lars joins Dotun and Andy to explain how the Old Lady has surprised everyone and why Adrien Rabiot has become their key man.Speaking of title races, Lars outlines why he isn’t worried about a raid on Girona's squad this January transfer window after their stunning 4-3 win against Atleti last night. Plus, Andy explains why history would suggest that Jadon Sancho’s return to Borussia Dortmund may not go to plan.Ask us a question

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24:26

Ask OTC: Saudi teams in the Champions League, who...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2023/12/29

Which teams will get ripped apart in January? Could guest nations ever play in the Champions League? How long can Julian Nagelsman survive at Germany? And what player is going to be the breakout star of the next 12 months?Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen answer your questions for the final time in 2023!Ask us a question onTwitter,Instagram andTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to

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27:24

European football in 2024

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2023/12/28

2024 has the potential to be a transformative year for European football, given the introduction of the new Champions League format and its clashes with new European Super League proposals.Today, Dotun and Andy are joined by Miguel Delaney to assess whether those UCL changes will help to even out the balance of power in European Football - Miguel even admits he doesn’t dislike the format as much as he hoped! Plus, with January looming they also outline who the big clubs need to sign to remain

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27:09

Ask OTC: Napoli’s self-destruction, the Champions...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2023/12/22

Is Aurelio De Laurentiis to blame for Napoli’s disastrous title defence? Which Champions League knockout has the biggest upset potential? Why did a club president in Turkey order all his players off the pitch because of a refereeing decision? And what are some of our continental highlights of 2023?!Dotun and Andy are joined by Nicky Bandini for your penultimate Ask OTC of the year!Ask us a question onTwitter,Instagram andTikTok, and email us here:otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over

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51:08

A Mourinho and an apprentice

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2023/12/21

Nicky Bandini’s on the pod! That means one thing: José Mourinho has forced himself into the headlines. Today, Dotun, Andy and Nicky discuss Mourinho’s claims that he wants to stay at Roma and how his former pupil Thiago Motta is quickly becoming one of the most innovative managers in Europe.Elsewhere, they marvel at how perfect Harry Kane is for Bayern Munich and how much Viktor Gyökeres could earn for Coventry City if (or when) he moves on from Sporting.Ask us a question

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22:35

Ask OTC: Ajax’s fightback, some Europa League...

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2023/12/15

As the group stages across Europe draw to a close Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen wonder if some of Europe’s underachievers can turn things around, as Ajax and Lyon languish near the bottom of their respective leagues.Elsewhere, we wonder if Reims’ Will Still might take the Sunderland job, rate some contenders for the Europa League and check in on the latest chapter of Bodø/Glimt’s remarkable fairytale.Plus, listen through to the end for Lars’ bonus report from Norway corner…Ask us a question

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48:18

In fair Girona

On The Continent - A European Football Podcast ·

2023/12/14

Lighters in the air, the Champions League group stages are done forever. Thankfully, we were blessed with two groups of death to mark the occasion. Today, Dotun, Andy and Lars pick up the pieces as PSG scraped through the knock-outs and Copenhagen stunned Galatasaray and Man United.Elsewhere, they explain why there is still some magic in Girona beating Barcelona despite the club's links to the City Group and Andy outlines why Turkey had no choice but to suspend the Süper Lig after a referee was

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