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The Sound of Football

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Sound of Football Podcast 644 - Humble drag

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2026/02/24

Palace fans have had their fill of Oliver Glasner now he's told them to stay humble. Terry was at Selhurst Park at the weekend to see for himself how humble the fans feel like being right now. Meanwhile Tottenham fans are facing up to the reality of being in a relegation scrap after another home defeat, this time in the North London derby.Also this week, we welcome back Gary Andrews for his thoughts on the upcoming Women’s Asian Cup in Australia which will boast a galaxy of WSL stars. In the

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Sound of Football Podcast 643 - Fourth time lucky

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2026/02/17

Last week Nottingham Forest became the first Premier League side ever to sack three permanent managers in the same season. Less than 24 hours before Sean Dyche was relieved of his duties, Thomas Frank's time in charge Spurs came to an end. Will the new men in charge fare any better in the fight to avoid relegation?Also this week we discuss the weekend's FA Cup fourth round, which saw Mansfield coming from behind to beat Burnley at Turf Moor. For more information on the podcast and links related

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Sound of Football Podcast 642 - The smell of the game

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2026/02/10

The chaotic scenes at the end of the weekend’s match between Liverpool and Manchester City laid bare one of the most fundamental problems with VAR: it may make the game more correct but it also makes it less joyful. Why then is it such a surprise to those who support VAR, like Gary Neville, that it sucks pleasure from football? Is there a place for “the smell of the game” in a world of VAR? For more information on the podcast and links related to the subjects discussed, check

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Sound of Football Podcast 641 - An extra special one

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2026/02/03

Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin's last-gasp winning goal against Real Madrid must go down as one of the greatest moments in Champions League history. But is it enough to prove to the doubters the entertainment value of the new format Champions League? It certainly reminded everyone that Jose Mourinho is still one for the big occasion.Also this week, we discuss the close of the winter transfer window, Arsenal Women becoming world champions and Rodri's problem with referees. For more

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Sound of Football Podcast 640 - Don't mention the score

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2026/01/27

With Graham, Terry and Jan’s teams all losing this weekend, the last thing we wanted to discuss was football. So we don't. Instead, before the final round of fixtures of the League phase of the Champions League, we discuss the growing perception that the new format is less exciting. We also try to work out how many subscriptions fans in the UK will need to watch their team now that Paramount+ has secured rights for the Champions League from 2027.In other news, the FA has decided to give the

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Sound of Football Podcast 639 - Cup of chaos

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2026/01/20

The final of the Africa Cup of Nations descended into chaos when the eventual winners Senegal left the pitch in protest against some questionable refereeing decisions that benefitted the hosts Morocco. But that was only the start of the drama. Also this week Terry has opinions on Oliver Glasner and his seemingly unilateral decision to make public that he won't be staying at Crystal Palace at the end of his contract. For more information on the podcast and links related to the subjects discussed,

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Sound of Football Podcast 638 - Where Eagles despair

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2026/01/13

It should probably go down as the biggest shock in FA Cup history: the holders, Crystal Palace, crashing out to non-league Macclesfied FC in the third round. But Palace fan Terry saw it coming and we have the audio to prove it! Also this week, in the immediate aftermath of Xabi Alonso being relieved of his duties at Real Madrid, after just seven months in the role, we discuss why he would be unsuitable for the vacant position at United. For more information on the podcast and links related to the

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Sound of Football Podcast 637 - An awful start to the...

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2026/01/06

The start of the year is a time when many people choose to give up something that isn’t doing them any favours. Chelsea, Manchester United and Celtic have got into the spirit of this by all getting rid of their managers — a simple action that doesn't even require you to subscribe to an app. Chelsea have already replaced Enzo Maresca with Liam Rosensior, who just so happened to be the head coach of Chelsea feeder club Strasbourg. Darren Fletcher meanwhile has been put in temporary charge

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Sound of Football Podcast 636 - 2025 Advent Calendar

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2025/12/19

Every year we celebrate the festive season with our special advent calendar episode of the podcast. Join us as we open up all of the 24 doors and discuss the people and subjects behind them. Who and what will be the burning issues of 2026?Of course, as it’s Christmas, we have some friends along to help us out. Chris Nee, Clare McEwen, Ian King and Sam Whyte are here to get into the festive spirit. Merry Christmas! For more information on all our special guests, links to their websites,

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Sound of Football Podcast 635 - Salah daze

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2025/12/09

A calculated play or a moment of madness? What does Mo Salah hope to achieve from his explosive post-match interview which made public the issues he's having with Liverpool head coach Arne Slot?Also this week we look back at Friday's World Cup draw in terms of what it means for England and Scotland, and the decision of the Frauen-Bundesliga to split from the DFB. For more information on the podcast and links related to the subjects discussed, check out the Show Notes on our

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Sound of Football Podcast 634 - Flights to Morocco...

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2025/12/02

The Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco in less than three weeks time, but many of the players won't make it out there until just a few days before with clubs desperate to hold on to them for as long as possible. Sunderland are likely to be the most affected Premier League side with potentially seven players missing for up to a month.Also this week we discuss the new trend for long range goals, and the special prize FIFA will be handing out at this Friday's World Cup draw. For more

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Sound of Football Podcast 633 - Unofficial World Cup...

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2025/11/25

From the earliest days of the podcast we have celebrated the draws for major tournaments by holding one ourselves. Why would we do such a thing? Because it’s tremendous fun! It also helps you get an idea of who could get who in the real thing on Friday 5 December.With 48 teams in the tournament and three hosts, it’s our most ambitious fake draw yet. Can we keep track of all the constraints? Listen and find out. Remember though - it’s fake! For more information on the podcast

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Sound of Football Podcast 632 - A perfect England

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2025/11/18

England have completed a perfect World Cup qualifying campaign; winning all eight games in their group without conceding a goal. In fact, the national side are so good right now even Jude Bellingham is struggling to hold down a place in Thomas Tuchel's starting eleven. Are we as good as the results suggest or are we in for a rude awakening next summer in North America?Also this week, we discuss the plans for MLS to become a winter league from 2027. For more information on the podcast and links

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Sound of Football Podcast 631 - Red flag

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2025/11/11

This weekend, the end of Arsenal's winning run at the Stadium of Light allowed an opportunity for those in the chasing pack to close the gap at the top. One team that didn't take advantage of that opportunity was Liverpool who were comfortably beaten by Manchester City (who did). After their fifth defeat in six games, is Liverpool's title defence already over?Also this week we discuss the calls to introduce VAR into the WSL after a series of questionable decisions affected the outcome of a season

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Sound of Football Podcast 630 - Turning a corner

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2025/11/04

The first quarter of this Premier League season hasn't been short of surprises and drama, but some people have still found cause for complaint. Goals from set-pieces and long balls are back but are we really reverting back to the tactical dark ages of the 1980s?Clubs in the mid-table are making a virtue of using analytics to buy the players they need to level the playing field against sides with much bigger budgets, while Arsenal's success at scoring from corner kicks is making a cult figure of

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Sound of Football Podcast 629 - We must protest

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2025/10/28

For months now Celtic fans have coordinated to disrupt games, showing their displeasure at the way the club is being run by pelting the pitch with soft fruit and multi-coloured balls. Sheffield Wednesday fans have gone further, boycotting the club until owner Dejphon Chansiri relinquished control of the club - which he did last week by putting the club into administration. This week we discuss the effectiveness of protest, including La Liga players' novel way of showing displeasure at the decision

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Sound of Football Podcast 628 - Manager of a month

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2025/10/21

Ange Postecoglou’s short time as Nottingham Forest manager came to an end on Saturday, just 39 days after it started. Will the more pragmatic Sean Dyche fare better?Meanwhile, one of the other Premier League managers to have been fired this season, Graham Potter, has a new job - trying to secure an unlikely World Cup qualification for a floundering Sweden side. For more information on the podcast and links related to the subjects discussed, check out the Show Notes on our

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Sound of Football Podcast 627 - Far from home

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2025/10/14

After being lobbied for years, UEFA has reluctantly given the green light for Villarreal to play Barcelona in Miami, Florida, and Como to play AC Milan in Perth, Western Australia. Now that this is being allowed to happen, can the governing body keep control of it in future?Also, as it’s the international break we discuss plans to introduce the Swiss model into international qualification. We also decide who should - and shouldn't - be on Rangers’ shortlist for their next manager. For

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Sound of Football Podcast 626 - Fortune's always hiding

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2025/09/30

On Saturday morning, Graham Potter became the second managerial casualty of the still new Premier League season, and was almost immediately replaced by the first, Nuno Espirito Santo.Of course, while some managers struggle, others thrive. Andoni Iraola and Oliver Glasner's on-going achievements at their clubs have put them in line for some of the best jobs, if and when they become available. The Crystal Palace head coach's contract is up at the end of the season. If he could keep the Eagles where

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Sound of Football Podcast 625 - Golden balls

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2025/09/23

It's a feature of modern fandom that some lovers of the game are followers of players rather than clubs. For these fans, is the Ballon d'Or their World Cup?Based almost entirely on vibes, speculation regarding potential winners of the venerable, journalist-voted award is perfect fodder for very online fans and those who are convinced they know better. Also this week, we speculate on a potential future of coverage of football matches for the TikTok generation: Vertical Format Football. For more

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