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Sound of Football Podcast 649 - The Italian sob

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2026/04/07

How have four-time winners of the World Cup Italy got themselves into a position where they have failed to qualify for three consecutive tournaments? With UEFA also now questioning the country's suitability to co-host the 2032 Euros, how deep are the issues in Italian football?Also, after a weekend that saw Arsenal dumped out of the FA Cup to Championship opposition, fans of other clubs are hopeful that this signifies the Gunners are in meltdown. Why do so many neutral fans want to see Arsenal

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Sound of Football Podcast 648 - Desperate measures

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2026/03/31

Roberto De Zerbi has been given the task of saving Tottenham Hotspur from relegation, after Igor Tudor's time in charge of the club came to an end after just 44 days. The decision to hire De Zerbi has already proved unpopular among fans; is the club really that low on choices? Also this week, we discuss Roy Hodgson coming out of retirement to take charge at Bristol City until the end of the season, a club he previously managed 44 years ago. There's also the findings of the FSA's latest survey into

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Sound of Football Podcast 647- Getting away with it

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2026/03/24

This week the Premier League handed Chelsea a £10 million fine for years of financial cheating under the ownership of Roman Abramovich. The fine equates to the difference in prize money for finishing one season in 12th instead of 8th. Retropsective punishment is a tricky thing, and there are definitely wrong ways of doing it. This week we saw Africa's governing body controversially strip Senegal of the Afcon title they won two months ago and hand it to the hosts Morocco. For more information on

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Sound of Football Podcast 646 - Staring into the abyss

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2026/03/10

A crushing home defeat to Crystal Palace has pushed Tottenham closer to the edge of relegation. They are one of the most financially successful clubs in the world and were one of the driving forces behind the creation of the Premier League in 1992. Relegation seems unthinkable but is a very real possiblilty. But could there be a way out for them? If they do go down, at least it will be easier to finish among the play-off places in the Championship. From next season six teams will be involved in

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Sound of Football Podcast 645 - Throwing in the towel

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2026/03/03

In the constant hunt for marginal gains, the introduction of dedicated set-piece coaches has allowed otherwise lower-mid-table clubs to thrive with goals from corners and long throws. But now the bigger clubs are following suit, is this development damaging the entertainment value of the Premier League? And, if so, should the lawmakers do something about it? And talking of lawmakers, in yet another move to change the laws to make VAR more palatable, Arsene Wenger's suggestion for relaxing the

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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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