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00:27:47

Manchester City CHEATED… And Now It Could Finish Them...

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2026/10/05

This week, Manchester City’s long-running financial case has finally reached a landmark verdict. An independent Premier League commission found City guilty of serious financial breaches across nine seasons, as well as the majority of the charges relating to their failure to cooperate with the investigation.I break down what the case commonly known as the Manchester City 115 charges actually uncovered, including sham sponsorship agreements, disguised owner funding, inaccurate financial information

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00:37:29

Manchester United Stumble Again… But Who Is REALLY to...

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2026/09/21

Welcome to Kiss the Badge: After Review… — your weekly look back at the biggest matches, results and talking points from the Premier League weekend.This week’s main focus is Manchester United after another disappointing result against Fulham. United created opportunities but once again struggled to turn possession and pressure into a victory, eventually relying on Matheus Cunha’s late equaliser to rescue a 1–1 draw.With only five points from their opening five Premier League matches, where does the

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00:26:16

United ROBBED by VAR… When Will These Mistakes End? |...

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2026/09/14

Welcome to Kiss the Badge: After Review… — your weekly look back at the biggest results, controversies and talking points from the Premier League weekend.This week, the Manchester derby takes centre stage after Manchester City’s controversial 1–0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. Erling Haaland scored the winner after VAR overturned an offside decision—but should Enzo Fernández have been penalised for interfering with Lisandro Martínez?With the refereeing body subsequently

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00:25:45

Arsenal Lay Down a Marker… Can Anyone Stop Them? |...

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2026/09/07

Welcome to Kiss the Badge: After Review… — your weekly look back at the biggest results, performances and talking points from the Premier League weekend.This week, Arsenal take centre stage after coming from behind to beat Chelsea and preserve their perfect start to the season. Was this simply another important victory—or a statement from the champions that they remain the team everyone else has to catch?I also discuss Manchester United surrendering the lead twice in their draw with Everton,

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00:28:20

Spurs Lose AGAIN… Is De Zerbi Already Under Pressure?...

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2026/08/31

This week, Tottenham are bottom of the table after suffering two defeats from their opening two matches without scoring a single goal. Following another disappointing performance against Newcastle, how concerned should Spurs supporters be—and why has Roberto De Zerbi’s heavily rebuilt side made such a poor start?I also look at Liverpool’s 2–2 draw with Nottingham Forest and the questions it raised about their attack. With Bradley Barcola expected to arrive for an enormous fee, how much pressure will

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00:26:37

United STUNNED by Hull… What Went Wrong? | After...

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2026/08/23

Welcome to Kiss the Badge: After Review... — your weekly look back at the biggest matches, results and talking points from the Premier League weekend.This week, the main focus is Manchester United’s disastrous opening-day defeat at newly promoted Hull City. United conceded twice from set pieces, struggled to create meaningful chances despite dominating much of the ball, and were unable to find a way through Hull’s organised defence. Was this simply one bad performance, or did it expose deeper

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00:44:22

We’re Back! 🔥 My Premier League 2026/27 Season...

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2026/08/17

The Premier League is back—and so is Kiss the Badge! ⚽️🔥In the first episode of the new season, I say a huge thank you for all your support during the World Cup, share a little of what I’ve been up to over the summer, and look ahead to the new Premier League campaign.I’ll also be revealing what’s coming up on Kiss the Badge over the next few months and what you can expect throughout the season.Who will win the title? Who will exceed expectations? And which teams could struggle? Here’s what I think

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00:22:30

Different Manager, Same Old England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🇦🇷

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2026/07/16

England are out of the World Cup… and for England fans, it feels like Groundhog Day.Different manager. Same old England.In this episode, I explain why I believe this defeat isn’t on the players—it’s on Thomas Tuchel. England abandoned what was working, retreated into a low block for the final 30 minutes, surrendered the initiative to Argentina and ultimately paid the price.We analyse England vs Argentina, Tuchel’s tactics, the low block, substitutions, game management and why England keep repeating

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00:31:11

History Made... Is THIS Finally England's Year?...

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2026/07/10

After a sensational victory over Mexico, we're asking the question every England fan is thinking...Is THIS finally England's year?In this episode, we relive a night that will live long in the memory, breaking down one of the biggest wins in England's recent history, the key performances, the turning points, and why this result could be the moment Thomas Tuchel's side truly announced themselves as genuine World Cup contenders.We also tackle the controversy surrounding the Balogun red

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00:28:09

Why Mexico Could Be England's Downfall 🇲🇽 👀

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2026/07/03

England are through to the World Cup Round of 16 after beating DR Congo, but is their toughest test still to come?In this episode, I break down why Mexico could be England's downfall and why this knockout tie is about far more than just the football. From the intimidating atmosphere at the Azteca Stadium, the altitude, the weather, and Mexico's outstanding home record, to England's defensive concerns and whether the back four can cope under real pressure, there's plenty to discuss.I

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00:36:19

Messi, Ronaldo and the England Overreaction 🙄 | World...

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2026/06/26

England have underwhelmed in their second week at the World Cup, but does everyone need to take a deep breath? This week, I look at England's performance, why there are genuine areas for concern, and why some of the reaction has been completely over the top.Elsewhere, the tournament's biggest names are finally taking centre stage. From Lionel Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo and the rest of football's elite, the stars have arrived and are beginning to shape the story of this World Cup.I also look at some

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00:35:02

The World Cup's Greatest Underdog Story? 🥹 | World...

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2026/06/19

The World Cup is up and running, and after the first week there's already plenty to talk about. We discuss the remarkable story of Cape Verde's goalkeeper and the performance that had everyone talking, weigh up the perennial BBC versus ITV debate as viewers pick their preferred World Cup home, and assess England's convincing opening victory and what it might tell us about their chances in the tournament. We also get into the increasingly controversial hydration breaks, some of the biggest surprises

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00:36:12

The World Cup is here & EVERYTHING has changed...👀

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2026/06/12

The World Cup is finally here! In the 1st special World Cup 2026 edition of Kiss the Badge, I share my excitement ahead of football's biggest tournament and discuss some of the major talking points and controversies surrounding the competition. I also reveal my plans for Kiss the Badge throughout the World Cup, including what listeners can expect from the podcast over the coming weeks.And, because no tournament preview would be complete without a few bold calls, I make my full World Cup

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00:52:45

I Spent £500 at Classic Football Shirts… Was It Worth...

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2026/04/14

In this episode, I take you along on my trip to the iconic Classic Football Shirts store, where I set myself a simple challenge: spend £500 and see what kind of gems I can come away with.Across the visit, I pick up five shirts in total — a mix of modern kits, older retro designs, and a couple of proper grail pieces that I couldn’t leave behind. I go through each purchase in detail, breaking down why I chose them, what makes them special, and whether they were actually worth the money.From standout

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00:46:45

Building the Perfect 90s World Cup XI - Who Made the...

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2026/04/01

In this episode, I’m building my ultimate 90s World Cup XI, picking the best players from the iconic tournaments of Italia '90, USA '94 and France '98. From legendary forwards like Ronaldo and Roberto Baggio, to midfield maestros like Zinedine Zidane and rock-solid defenders such as Paolo Maldini, this is a deep dive into 90s football nostalgia.I break down every position, explain my selection criteria, and debate some of the toughest calls — including goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and

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00:45:17

Rewatching The Premiership Years | The 1996–97 Season

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2026/03/18

In this episode I dive into a Premiership Years rewatch of the unforgettable 1996–97 Premier League season, revisiting one of the most iconic campaigns of the 90s. Using the classic archive episode of The Premiership Years, I go back through the biggest stories, players, and moments that defined the season and ask a simple question: was this the peak of the Premier League?The season saw Manchester United win the title under Alex Ferguson, with Eric Cantona still pulling the strings in his final

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00:46:31

Was France ’98 the World Cup With the Best Football...

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2026/03/06

In this episode we dive deep into one of the most nostalgic topics in football culture: the iconic football shirts of the 1998 World Cup in France. Was France 98 the World Cup with the greatest football kits of all time? From classic Adidas templates to unforgettable national team designs, we revisit the best France 98 World Cup shirts, the standout international football kits, and the design trends that defined late-90s football aesthetics.We explore why France 98 kits remain some of the most

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45:35

From Turin to Tshabalala - Ranking BBC & ITV World...

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2026/02/11

Get ready to relive the beautiful game from Italia ’90 to South Africa 2010 as we dive into the nostalgia of World Cup theme music, comparing the iconic opening tunes and broadcast stings from BBC versus ITV. From operatic Nessun Dorma that soundtracked classic England shirts and unforgettable matches, to the sounds that became as memorable as the goals themselves, we’re ranking the best and worst World Cup TV themes of the 90s and 2000s.This episode brings together football fans, music lovers, and

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1:00:27

Why We Collect Football Shirts (And Why We Can’t Stop)

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2026/02/04

In this episode of Kiss the Badge, the focus is fully on football shirt collecting. From retro football shirts and vintage football kits of the 1990s and 2000s to the modern football shirt market, this episode explores why collecting football shirts has become such a powerful obsession.I break down why I collect football shirts, whether football shirts are meant to be worn or preserved, and how modern football shirts compare to the classic kits that defined an era. We also look at the culture around

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44:26

Why Football at School in the 90’s Meant Everything ⚽️👟

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2026/01/27

Before social media, before highlights on demand, before football became constant noise, there was school football in the 90s — and it was everything.In this episode, I look back at growing up with football at school in the 1990s: playing every break time and lunchtime, representing my school team, and the unforgettable feeling of scoring a goal in a school match. We talk about playground classics like Wembley singles, Wembley doubles, headers and volleys, jumpers for goalposts, and how football was

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