Best Classique Podcasts (2024)

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When PSG were rubbish... The Colony Capital Years 57:53

22d ago57:53

57:53

Before QSI, PSG's owners were a group of American private equity investors whose early years were an omnishambles. Tom and Bappo travel back in time to when PSG were (very) bad. And came so close to relegation au Stade Auguste Bonal... Good old Colony Capital Years!

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Controversy in Le Classique 1:18:40

18d ago1:18:40

1:18:40

Ligue 1 returned from the international break with the marquee fixture of the season, Paris Saint-Germain at Olympique de Marseille, and as usual, there were plenty of fireworks. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise and long-time contributor Marc Damon to discuss PSG's 2-0 win over Marseille at the Orange Vélo…

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Episode 18 - LBJ Ep 18 - Review: European/relegation run-ins; PSG, OM into UCL, UEL semis; FC Metz’s Maxime Colin; L1 Legend Juninho! 1:30:20

1h ago1:30:20

1:30:20

Host Robbie Thomson is joined by CBS Viacom's man in Paris Jonathan Johnson and Bolton's very own Riviera roué Luke Entwistle to make some bold predictions about who will clinch Europe - and who will get the chop - as the final stretch of the season looms. Andy Scott drops in with his interview of Metz right-back Maxime Colin, who gives us the low-…

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2024 Paddlers to Watch 53:28

5d ago53:28

53:28

Bill, Rebecca and Ryan break down who you should be looking out for in this upcoming 2024 paddle season.

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Paris Saint-Germain Flips the Script Against Barcelona 40:13

1d ago40:13

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After years of coming up short in the UEFA Champions League and suffering some of the most painful defeats the game has ever seen, Paris Saint-Germain finally delivered on the big stage to reach the semi-finals. On this episode of PSG Talking, I recap PSG's come-from-behind win over FC Barcelona. From Luis Enrique's starting lineup, to a controvers…

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PSG Look For Revenge in Battle Against Barcelona 1:20:51

5d ago1:20:51

1:20:51

Paris Saint-Germain faces an uphill battle in their tie against FC Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League, but there is hope for Les Parisiens to pull off a la Remontada of their own in the rematch. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined once again by Dan Hilton of The Barcelona Podcast to recap the 3-2 defeat to Barcelona and look ahead to nex…

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Episode 17 - Brest's Champions League tilt, PSG-Barcelona, Aubameyang's OM revival and JJ's PSG-OL preview! 1:24:04

15d ago1:24:04

1:24:04

Host Robbie Thomson is back in the hot seat, joined by Ligue 1 and PSGTV commentator Andreas Evagora and the Classique podcast's Baptiste Reynaud to discuss all the ins and outs form the past three weeks in French football. The chaps discuss Brest's improbable Champions League tilt and the pressure they face from Monaco and Lille, who are coming in…

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The Barcelona Preview Episode 1:02:31

11d ago1:02:31

1:02:31

One of the best European rivalries will be renewed on Wednesday at the Parc des Princes when Paris Saint-Germain host FC Barcelona in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League. On this episode of PSG Talking, I preview the first leg of PSG's clash against Barcelona with the help of Dan Hilton from The Barcelona Podcast and Jonathan Johnson fr…

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International Break Paris Saint-Germain Update 31:36

25d ago31:36

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The players are away on international duty, so that gives us plenty of time to overanalyze the latest Paris Saint-Germain news making headlines. On this episode of PSG Talking, I break down the latest news, including a significant injury to one of PSG's best-attacking players, comments from Kylian Mbappé about his future, and a transfer boost to on…

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Episode 16 - Mbappé, PSG on fire as Classique and Barça clash loom, Ligue 1's UEFA index success and Ligue 1 Legend George Weah! 1:25:36

1M ago1:25:36

1:25:36

Special guest host Prof. Andreas Evagora is joined by Riviera roué Luke Entwistle and AFP shot caller Andy Scott to dissect and analyse all the action in a busy last two weeks in French football. The chaps discuss PSG's return to form as Luis Enrique's men go from strength to strength in the league, Coupe de France and the Champions League - just a…

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A Dream Draw For PSG in the Champions League 41:17

1M ago41:17

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After years of receiving the most difficult of draws in the UEFA Champions League, Paris Saint-Germain finally received a bit of luck. Now, what was once thought to be a rebuilding season has suddenly turned into one with massive expectations. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to react to the draw of the Ch…

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Real Sociedad Recap + Rumor Mill Update with Jonathan Johnson 46:06

1M ago46:06

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Paris Saint-Germain cruised to a comfortable win in the knockout stage of the UEFA Champions League, which is not something we get to say too often around here. On this episode of PSG Talking, I break down PSG's 2-1 win over Real Sociedad earlier this week, look ahead to the match against Stade de Reims, and welcome Jonathan Johnson from CBS Sports…

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Episode 15 - OM coach J-L Gasset, PSG's Sociedad test, Mbappé talk with Ben Jacobs and Reims' Maltese maestro Teddy Teuma! 1:30:34

2M ago1:30:34

1:30:34

With Kylian Mbappé's announcement that he will leave PSG in the summer still reverberating around the football world, host Robbie Thomson is joined by transfer expert Ben Jacobs - as well as panel regulars Baptiste Reynaud and Jonathan Johnson - to tackle the burning questions raised by the Boy from Bondy's impending departure. The chaps also discu…

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More Mbappé Controversy 1:01:42

2M ago1:01:42

1:01:42

Kylian Mbappé may have made his mind up to leave Paris Saint-Germain this summer, but that doesn't mean he's done creating drama and that's just what he did against AS Monaco at the Stade Louis II. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Jon Olangi, a long-time PSG Talk contributor who made his triumphant return to the podcast. We talk about …

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Paddle Mentors: Jeff DeFeo and Peter Heed 1:02:14

2M ago1:02:14

1:02:14

Hosts Bill, Ryan, and Rebecca are joined by Peter and Jeff to discuss Florida training, NECKRA, mentorship, boat design, and a handful of other early season topics

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Classique Seasons: 2008 - 2009 50:13

2M ago50:13

50:13

The King is Dead. Long Live Le President. Tom and Bappo review the 08-09 season that broke Lyon’s hegemony. And featured a certain Tyrone Mears...

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Episode 14 - Mbappé's bombshell announcement, PSG's Champions League chances, Ligue 1 Legend Chris Waddle! 1:07:37

2M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

Host Robbie Thomson is joined by AFP reporter Andy Scott and his fellow Ligue 1 Uber Eats world feed commentator Angus Torode to talk Ligue 1 Uber Eats results, news and previews. The chaps then turn their attention to Europe, where it is all likelihood Kylian Mbappé's last chance to win the the Champions League with PSG, and where Marseille, Lens,…

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Reacting to the Mbappé Bombshell 1:22:50

2M ago1:22:50

1:22:50

This past week, Paris Saint-Germain received news that they have been waiting months for and that is Nuno Mendes has been officially removed from the medical report. Oh, and we received an update on the Kylian Mbappé saga. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to discuss a hectic week in which we learned that M…

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Ligue 1 Team of the Decade: 2000 - 2010 1:51:37

2M ago1:51:37

1:51:37

Tom and Bappo pick their Ligue 1 team(s) of the decade for 2000 - 2010. The catch? It's a draft and they take it in turns to pick players. Who gets Juninho first??

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No Mbappé, No Problem Against Lille 55:23

2M ago55:23

55:23

It would have been easy for Paris Saint-Germain to put forth a lackluster effort against Lille OSC on Saturday, with the UEFA Champions League knockout stage kicking off next week. Instead, Luis Enrique's squad showed resilience and is now full of confidence for the upcoming match against Real Sociedad. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by…

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Episode 13 - Ligue 1's Top 5 winter transfers and Champions/Europa League preview! 1:14:57

3M ago1:14:57

1:14:57

Host Robbie Thomson is joined by the Arsène Wenger of Ligue 1 punditry, Andreas Evagora, and Luke Entwistle - the Thierry Henry of Côte d'Azur football journalism? - to talk Ligue 1 Uber Eats results, transfers, news and previews. Budding club director and Ligue 1 opinion slinger Jonathan Johnson runs the rule over the Top Five Ligue 1 Uber Eats si…

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Crunching the Numbers 1:01:52

3M ago1:01:52

1:01:52

Paris Saint-Germain threw away a two-goal lead at home last Sunday, but they're still alive in all competitions, and financially, they've never been stronger. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to discuss PSG's draw against Stade Brestois 29, a newly released financial report on the club, and the latest tran…

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Episode 12 - Le fabuleux destin de Stade Brestois and Ligue 1 Legend Hatem Ben Arfa 59:42

3M ago59:42

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Host Robbie Thomson is joined by journalistic wildcard Angus Torode and all-round mover and shaker Jonathan Johnson to review all the excitement of those mammoth shootouts in the Coupe de France's Round of 32 as well as running the rule over Ligue 1 Uber Eats Round 18. Professor Andreas Evagora is back - this time turning the historical lens onto o…

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The Rise of Bradley Barcola 1:05:19

3M ago1:05:19

1:05:19

New year, and apparently, a renewed Paris Saint-Germain, who haven't lost since the calendar turned to 2024, chalked up another victory at RC Lens on Sunday to increase their lead at the top of the Ligue 1 table. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Marc Damon to discuss PSG's 2-0 victory over Lens, the latest reports regarding Kylian Mbap…

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Episode 11 - Mid-season review, Beraldo and PSG's Brazilian connection, France's AFCON stars! 1:02:14

3M ago1:02:14

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Host Robbie Thomson is joined by Côte d'Ivoire-bound Ligue 1 commentator Andy Scott and cross-Channel pod star Baptiste Reynaud to take stock of the first half of the Ligue 1 Uber Eats season before making some bold predictions as they look ahead to the merry month of May. Baptiste runs the rule over PSG's latest Brazilian stopper Lucas Beraldo and…

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2023 Rookie Season Recap 1:15:54

4M ago1:15:54

1:15:54

Bill Mahaffy and guest host Mike Davis are joined by David Burr, Anthony, Fisher, and Jayden Russell to talk about entering the sport, what their first experience with ultra distance racing was like, and sharing some tips and tricks to others looking to make their start.

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The Mid-Season Review Show 1:19:44

4M ago1:19:44

1:19:44

The winter break is upon us, and before Paris Saint-Germain kicks off the new year, we step back to reflect on an eventful first half of the season. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to recap PSG's Ligue 1 and UEFA Champions League performance so far, look ahead to the tie against Real Sociedad, react to th…

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Paris Saint-Germain Survives the 'Group of Death' 36:07

4M ago36:07

36:07

It was a tumultuous Wednesday evening for Paris Saint-Germain supporters as the club battled Borussia Dortmund with a place in the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League on the line. Thankfully, Christmas came early, and Les Parisiens narrowly scraped by with a draw. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Jonathan Johnson from CBS Sports t…

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Episode 10 - PSG's showdown with Dortmund, LOSC's Chevalier, Nice-Lens preview 1:17:22

4M ago1:17:22

1:17:22

Host Robbie Thomson is joined by Ligue 1 loose cannon Angus Torode and Riviera roué Luke Entwistle to discuss, dissect and examine all the talking points from Ligue 1 Uber Eats, covering Rounds 14 and 15 as well as the impending crunch European action as PSG notably take on Dortmund in a potentially all-or-nothing Matchday 6 clash. With LOSC's clas…

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The Donnarumma Dilemma 42:29

4M ago42:29

42:29

Of all the things Paris Saint-Germain supporters thought they might have to worry about this season, the goalkeeper situation probably wasn't high on the list. Unfortunately, after several poor performances, Luis Enrique has a difficult decision to make regarding Gianluigi Donnarumma. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by "PSG 10" to discus…

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PSG Survive in Dramatic Fashion Against Newcastle 41:28

5M ago41:28

41:28

Paris Saint-Germain hosted Newcastle United F.C. with revenge on their minds, but instead, it was a night of wasted opportunities and controversy. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Eddie Razo, our long-time writer for PSGTalk.com, to discuss PSG's 1-1 draw against Newcastle. We discuss the starting lineup, Gianluigi Donnarumma's perform…

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Episode 9 - Mbappé's Monaco 2017, Téji Savanier and Rennes' rebuild under Julien Stéphan 1:06:33

5M ago1:06:33

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Host Robbie Thomson is joined by Ligue 1 commentator Andreas Evagora and CBS-Viacom's French football expert Jonathan Johnson to discuss, dissect and examine all the talking points in French football following the international break and Ligue 1 Uber Eats Round 13. We hear from undercover Frenchman Baptiste Reynaud about Rennes' decision to reinsta…

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2023 End of Season Awards 39:30

5M ago39:30

39:30

Hosts Rebecca, Bill and Ryan recognize the top paddlers, supporters, and race moments for the 2023 season with the help of the listeners.

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Ep. 8 - Déjà Who (to win a Kevin Danso RC Lens jersey!) 3:03

5M ago3:03

3:03

Host Robbie Thomson is at it again with his downright obscurantist clues for our fortnightly French football quiz Déjà Who. Think you have it? Think you could be wrong but who cares? Send you answer to Ligue 1podcast@gmail.com and go into the running for a Kevin Danso RC Lens jersey. Winner announced in our next episode on Monday 27 November 2023. …

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PROFILE: Warren Zaïre-Emery the Next Big Thing... no really! 9:56

5M ago9:56

9:56

It's no small thing thesse days to stand out from the crowd of immensely talented French youngsters on the rise and earn the title of 'Next Big Thing', but that's exactly what PSG youth academy product Warren Zaïre-Emery is doing. At just 17, he's a first-team regular for Luis Enrique and just made a scoring debut for France's senior team. Angus To…

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Ligue 1 Legends - The Capital Club era begins - Paris Saint-Germain 2013 6:27

5M ago6:27

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Professeur Andreas Evagora takes us back to 2013, when Carlo Ancelotti's star-studded squad lifted the Ligue 1 Uber Eats trophy and signalled the beginning of a new era in French football. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.By LFP

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Episode 8 - PSG-Monaco preview, Wunderkind Warren Zaire-Emery and Ligue 1 legends Paris '13 1:06:14

5M ago1:06:14

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Host Robbie Thomson is joined by Ligue 1 commentator and journalistic loose cannon Angus Torode, as well as Our Man on the Riviera Luke Entwistle, to cover all the big talking points in French football - while also looking ahead to the big PSG-Monaco clash coming up after the international break in Round 13. Prof. Andreas Evagora takes us back to t…

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The Kylian Mbappé Show Against Reims 45:14

5M ago45:14

45:14

You never know what you might get from Paris Saint-Germain after a big UEFA Champions League match. So, with a trip to the Stade Auguste Delaune to face Will Still and Stade de Reims last Saturday, PSG needed to forget the debacle at the San Siro and focus on the domestic matters at hand. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by longtime contr…

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Dollarummas and Despair Against AC Milan 1:08:59

5M ago1:08:59

1:08:59

The roller coaster that is Paris Saint-Germain rolled on Tuesday night as the club traveled to Italy to face AC Milan in a pivotal UEFA Champions League match. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to discuss Paris Saint-Germain's 2-1 defeat to AC Milan at the San Siro, including the abuse directed at Gianluigi…

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Beware of Brittany 47:53

6M ago47:53

47:53

Any time Paris Saint-Germain travels to the Brittany region of France, they know they're in for a battle. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to discuss PSG's narrow escape away at Stade Brestois 29. I also get Ethan's thoughts on PSG's massive win over AC Milan last week in the UEFA Champions League, and we …

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Ligue 1 Legends: Olivier Giroud and Montpellier '12 11:40

6M ago11:40

11:40

This time around Prof. Andreas Evagora gives us a sequel of sorts as he takes us back to 2012 - the year after Eden Hazard's LOSC won the Ligue 1 Uber Eats title - when an unknown quantity named Olivier Giroud fired Montpellier to the title ahead of Carlo Ancelotti's PSG... Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.…

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Ep7: The ill-fated Olympico, Patrick Vieira, Parisian Vitinha and Monaco's Soungoutou Magassa 1:07:55

6M ago1:07:55

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Host Robbie Thomson is joined by the AFP, ligue1.com and world feed's Andy Scott and ViacomCBS's man about town Jonathan Johnson to discuss the worrying events that saw the Olympico in Marseille abandoned - while also reviewing all the action from Rounds 9 and 10 as well as the mid-week European matches. We have features on PSGG's Portuguese midfie…

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Paris Saint-Germain 'Feeling This' Against AC Milan 27:22

6M ago27:22

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In a must-win match against AC Milan, Paris Saint-Germain stood up to the challenge and delivered a clutch 3-0 victory that could propel them into the knockout stage of the UEFA Champions League. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Jonathan Johnson from CBS Sports to discuss PSG's win over Milan at the Parc des Princes, the performance of…

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Ep 6. Maghnes Akliouche, Olivier Giroud's Montpellier '12 and Luka Elsner's Le Havre 1:14:40

6M ago1:14:40

1:14:40

Host Robbie Thomson is joined by Ligue 1 Uber Eats's Man About Town Jonathan Johnson and Côte d'Azure correspondent Luke Entwistle to discuss the lay of the Ligue 1 land after Round 8. The lads also take a look at Kylian Mbappé's firing France to Euro 2024 qualification and run the rule over Thierry Henry's Ligue 1-talent stacked France U21 side. S…

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Le Derby du Nord! with Baptiste Reynaud 12:45

7M ago12:45

12:45

Baptiste Reynaud takes a look at the Derby du Nord - perhaps the derbiest derby in France - and the lads discuss waht's at stake in Sunday's big game! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.By LFP

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Ligue 1 Legends: Eden Hazard and LOSC '11 15:37

7M ago15:37

15:37

In the wake of Eden Hazard's retirement, Le Beau Jeu's Ansdreas evagora takes a look back at where it all started for the Belgian wunderkind, who rocketed to glory with Lille and announced his greatness with a league and cup double in 2011. The rest is history... Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.…

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Paris Saint-Germain Rebound Against Stade Rennais 59:44

6M ago59:44

59:44

Coming off the defeat to Newcastle United F.C. in the UEFA Champions League last week, Paris Saint-Germain had one more chance to get back on track before the international break. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise and Drew from Dallas to break down PSG's 3-1 win over Stade Rennais, and I get their thoughts …

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Paris Saint-Germain Humbled at Newcastle 48:22

7M ago48:22

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Not many teams would have gone into St. James' Park on Wednesday night and escaped with a win, and that was the case for Paris Saint-Germain as arrogance and costly mistakes led to a convincing defeat. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm thrilled to be joined by long-time contributor Carl-Oscar Kallstrom to break down PSG's 4-1 loss at the hands of…

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European MD2 preview: Lens-Arsenal, Newcastle-PSG, OM-Brighton and more 11:46

7M ago11:46

11:46

Robbie is joined by Andreas, JJ and Baptiste to look ahead to how Ligue 1 Uber Eats' European representatives will fare this week, with two big UCL clashes vs Engliush teams and JJ noting the low-key UEFA Index battle between France and the Netherlands this season! Allez!!! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.…

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The Newcastle Prediction Show 55:18

7M ago55:18

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There are no off days for Paris Saint-Germain in the current edition of the UEFA Champions League group stage, and Luis Enrique wouldn't have it any other way. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to discuss the scoreless draw against Clermont Foot last Saturday and how that result could carry over to PSG's up…

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