Best The Starting XI Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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FOREST 0 ELCHE 1 | SANGARE AND ANDERSON SHINE IN DEFEAT AFTER CORNER GOAL 50:48

19m ago50:48

50:48

Nottingham Forest concluded their pre-season camp in Spain with a 1-0 defeat to Elche in Murcia as they conceded from a corner but there were a couple of players who really stood out. Matt Davies is joined by Pete Blackburn and Simon Fotheringham to discuss the game, our latest starting XIs and Murillo's interview with John Percy. Do like and subsc…

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Episode 234: Transfer Rumors; Pre-Season & Liga Updates; Benfica, FC Porto, Sporting CP 30:57

1h ago30:57

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*Portuguese Transfer Rumors (João Neves, Chico, Ioannidis, Jota Silva). *Benfica, FC Porto, Sporting CP, SC Braga, and other Liga stuff of interest. *Pre-Season Updates.

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RYAN YATES NEW DEAL | NECO WILLIAMS INTEREST | ELLIOT ANDERSON LATEST | RAMON SOSA 'CLOSE' TO MOVE 15:31

42m ago15:31

15:31

Four pieces of Nottingham Forest news in under 15 minutes as we discuss the latest on Ryan Yates' contract, a reported bid for Neco Williams, Elliot Anderson's fitness status and progress in a move for Ramon Sosa possibly. #nffc Do like and subscribe to our channel. You can also become a member here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi8cKKOXuEiopR3…

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EVANGELOS MARINAKIS BACKS PLAN TO TRANSFORM NOTTINGHAM FOREST WOMEN INTO WSL CLUB WITH BIG SIGNINGS 32:08

42m ago32:08

32:08

We're joined by Nottingham Forest Women and Girls manager Amber Wildgust to discuss Forest Women becoming fully professional as they push ultimately to become a WSL club. That starts this summer with a raft of big signings as part of a plan backed by owner Evangelos Marinakis. #nffc Do like and subscribe to our channel. You can also become a member…

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HUGE ELIOT ANDERSON INJURY BOOST? | FOREST LINKED WITH RAMON SOSA 51:36

1h ago51:36

51:36

Nottingham Forest will hope to receive good news on Elliot Anderson after he hobbled off against Millwall on Tuesday night with The Athletic's Danny Taylor providing a positive update. We discuss that and the latest transfer talk around Paraguay winger Ramon Sosa and Arsenal's Reiss Nelson. #nffc Do like and subscribe to our channel. You can also b…

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FOREST 2 MILLWALL 1 | ANDERSON INJURY AS MILLWALL FORGET IT WAS A FRIENDLY 49:15

3h ago49:15

49:15

Nottingham Forest's third pre-season friendly of the summer saw them take on another Championship team in Millwall. Forest won the game 2-1 with goals from Chris Wood and Callum Hudson-Odoi but saw Elliot Anderson go off with what they will hope is not a serious injury on a night when Millwall put in some ridiculous tackles as they picked up four b…

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HOW CLOSE IS NUNO TO KNOWING THE STARTING XI? | TAIWO AWONIYI RETURNS 58:47

23m ago58:47

58:47

Nottingham Forest look to be shaping up well in pre-season with new signings in place and promising performances in their opening two friendlies. The Reds drew 1-1 with Sunderland on Friday with new signing Nikola Milenkovic not in the squad. He has linked up with teammates in Spain, as has striker Taiwo Awoniyi after missing the opening two games.…

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Episode 233: Transfer Rumors; Pre-Season Updates; Benfica, FC Porto, Sporting CP News 34:32

26m ago34:32

34:32

TOPICS Episode 233*Portuguese Transfer Rumors*Pre-Season Updates*Benfica, FC Porto, Sporting CP, SC Braga, and other Liga stuff of interest. *Roberto Martinez Returns as Manager

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST 1 SUNDERLAND 1 | PRE-SEASON POST MATCH VERDICT LIVE STREAM 47:13

4h ago47:13

47:13

Nottingham Forest drew 1-1 with Championship side Sunderland in their pre-season training camp in Spain as Omar Richards got the Reds' goal two minutes into his first appearance for the club. Matt Davies is joined by Mark Sutherns and Chris Aylmer to discuss the match in full - and the signing of Nikola Milenkovic - as the Reds continue their pre-s…

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Bonus episode: “Reform always responds to what the people call for” 20:38

1h ago20:38

20:38

In December 2012, Xi Jinping visited Guangdong in his first inspection trip outside Beijing, after he was elected general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, sending a clear message that China will continue to push forward reform and opening-up. In the next tens years and more, China rolled out more than 2,000 reform plans under Xi’s leadership…

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST'S PSR STATUS WITH KIERAN MAGUIRE | HOW WILL RULE CHANGE IMPACT EVANGELOS MARINAKIS 33:20

25m ago33:20

33:20

Football finance expert Kieran Maguire joins us to discuss Nottingham Forest's PSR status after the sales of Orel Mangala, Moussa Niakhate and Odysseas Vlachodimos versus the new signings. primarily Elliot Anderson. #nffc We also discuss the impending rule changes around PSR and how a football regulator would impact Premier League clubs and the gam…

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NIKOLA MILENKOVIC TO JOIN NOTTINGHAM FOREST | SCOUTING REPORT WITH ADAM SUMMERTON 18:13

1h ago18:13

18:13

Nottingham Forest look poised to sign Nikola Milenkovic from Fiorentina for around £12m. We are joined by TNT Sports' Serie A commentator Adam Summerton to discuss the move for the Serbia international and learn more about a central defender with extensive experience in the Italian top flight. #nffc Do like and subscribe to our channel. You can als…

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COLIN FRAY ON PRE-SEASON AND THE NOTTINGHAM FOREST PLAYERS TO WATCH 48:45

2h ago48:45

48:45

Matt Davies is joined by BBC Radio Nottingham's Forest commentator Colin Fray as we discuss pre-season, the Reds squad and the players to watch next season. #nffc Do like and subscribe to our channel. You can also become a member here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi8cKKOXuEiopR3A11TDtgQ/join We're grateful for the support of our main sponsors,…

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Episode 232: Portuguese Transfer Rumors: João Neves, Gonçalo Inácio, Diego Costa, Chico Conceição, Antonio Silva; Big 4 Report 36:41

1d ago36:41

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TOPICS Episode 232 *Portuguese Transfer Rumors: João Neves, Gonçalo Inácio, Diego Costa, Chico Conceição, Antonio Silva *Benfica, FC Porto, Sporting CP, SC Braga, and other Liga stuff of interest. *Listener Mailbag

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ARE NOTTINGHAM FOREST A TEAM ON THE RISE? | TIME FOR NEW CONTRACTS | REDS FAN Q&A 59:13

2d ago59:13

59:13

Former Nottingham Forest midfielder David Prutton returns to the podcast as we hold our latest fan Q&A on future transfer business, what keeping key players means and what our football pet peeves are. #nffc Do like and subscribe to our channel. You can also become a member here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi8cKKOXuEiopR3A11TDtgQ/join We're gr…

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST LINKED WITH EURO 2024 HERO | PLAN TO SOLVE SET PIECE PROBLEM | CARLOS MIGUEL SIGNS 20:12

3d ago20:12

20:12

Nottingham Forest have been linked with Slovenia defender Jaka Bijol after his impressive performances at Euro 2024 including in 0-0 draws and England and Portugal during the Cristiano Ronaldo show. We discuss that rumour as well as links with Le Havre's Etienne Youte Kinkoue and consider Carlos Miguel's chances of starting in goal after his signin…

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WILL FOREST'S CITY GROUND DEAL ACTUALLY HAPPEN? | MASSIVE NEWS FOR FOREST WOMEN | MIGUEL SIGNS 58:48

8d ago58:48

58:48

Nottingham City Council yesterday announced a deal with Nottingham Forest was all but agreed to sell the City Ground freehold to the club and allow them to redevelop the world famous stadium. However, later in the day, Forest issued a statement of their own saying no deal was not yet done and 'relevant permissions' were needed before a sale could b…

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HUGE OFFER FOR LYON DEFENDER? | PRE-SEASON STORIES | CITY GROUND NEWS THIS WEEK? 53:58

5d ago53:58

53:58

Nottingham Forest's players return for pre-season today with the squad slowly starting to take shape. Elliott Anderson is the headline signing so far with the Reds having sold Odysseas Vlachodimos, Orel Mangala and Moussa Niakhate sold for good transfer fees, the latter two to Lyon. Reports over the weekend now suggest Forest may bid a massive £30m…

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Episode 231: Final Rant on Portugal Elimination; What is the Seleção's Future? Liga Pre-Season Report; Transfer Rumors 31:28

8d ago31:28

31:28

*EURO 2024: Final Thoughts on Elimination; What is the Seleção's Future? *Benfica, FC Porto, Sporting CP, SC Braga, and other Liga stuff of interest. *Transfer Rumors.

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BREAKTHROUGH IN CITY GROUND TALKS | FOREST GET £27M FOR NIAKHATE | MURILLO EYES EXIT 56:35

9d ago56:35

56:35

Nottingham Forest could be set to stay at the City Ground and abandon a possible move to Toton with talks with the City Council at an 'advanced stage' according to The Athletic. #nffc Matt Davies is joined by Chris Aylmer and (part way through) Mark Sutherns to discuss that news, the confirmed £27m fee for Moussa Niakhate to Lyon and quotes coming …

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CAN MARKO STAMENIC MAKE IT AT NOTTINGHAM FOREST AND END THE OLYMPIACOS TRANSFER CURSE? 31:30

9d ago31:30

31:30

Nottingham Forest and Olympiacos have exchanged a series of players since Evangelos Marinakis took over the club in 2017. Most of the transfers have failed, although there has been moderate success in the cases of Cafu and Omar Richards, while the sale of Joao Carvalho will have helped with the books. Most recently, Forest have signed Marko Stameni…

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The Euro 2024 debrief 1:55:52

17d ago1:55:52

1:55:52

Creator and host Andy Bargh is joined by BeIN Sports' Calum Brown and @_airforcewan's Alan Risk to chat about a dreadful group stage for Scotland. Why did we approach a must-win game so strangely? What does the future hold for Steve Clarke? Were expectations on the team fair? Why can we not hurt teams in the final third? Do we have to reassess our …

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Episode 230: Previewing Portugal x France; Predicting the XI; The Keys to How Portugal Can Win 19:51

10d ago19:51

19:51

Previewing the Portugal versus France EURO quarterfinal on Friday. Predicting the probable XI and the keys to the match for Portugal to win. Finally, why this is also the most important match of Roberto Martinez's career.

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PAUL ANDERSON WISHES HE WAS DIFFERENT AT NOTTINGHAM FOREST | BILLY DAVIES RESPECT | CALLING IT QUITS 51:30

10d ago51:30

51:30

Former Nottingham Forest winger Paul Anderson reflects on his career after announcing his retirement. We look back on his spell with the Reds playing under Billy Davies and we look to the future as he is forging a promising coaching career with a club we can't mention here. #nffc Do like and subscribe to our channel. You can also become a member he…

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CRAZY VLACHODIMOS FEE | NOTTINGHAM FOREST SELL BRANDON AGUILERA | HUDSON-ODOI WANTS TO STAY 45:31

14d ago45:31

45:31

Nottingham Forest reportedly sold Odysseas Vlachodimos to Newcastle United for a hefty fee which changes how we should view the £35m move for Elliot Anderson. They have also sold Brandon Aguilera to Rio Ave in a surprise move, while there is renewed interest in Callum Hudson-Odoi as he is valued at £40m. #nffc Matt Davies is joined by Emily Anderso…

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Break-down of World Champions India's World Cup Journey 22:22

11d ago22:22

22:22

As Team India scripts a famous T20 World Cup win after 17 years, we at Cricbaazi podcast looks at the performance of the side and the legacy of key individuals. Score summary - South Africa vs India India 176-7 from 20 overs: Virat Kohli (76 off 59), Axar Patel (47 off 31), Shivam Dube (27 off 16); Keshav Maharaj (2-23), Anrich Nortje (2-26), Kagis…

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IS NOTTINGHAM FOREST SIGNING ELLIOT ANDERSON MAD MONEY? | EXCITING TIMES AHEAD AFTER BEATING PSR? 56:24

12d ago56:24

56:24

Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of Elliot Anderson for a deal worth £35m from Newcastle United as they sign Odysseas Vlachodimos for an undisclosed fee. Is it mad money or inspired business? Are exciting times ahead as the sales of Moussa Niakhate and Orel Mangala to Lyon for a combined £50m mean Forest should be safe from PSR sanction…

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST TO SIGN ELLIOT ANDERSON FOR £35M AS ODYSSEAS VLACHODIMOS MOVES THE OTHER WAY 39:46

17d ago39:46

39:46

Nottingham Forest look set to sign Elliot Anderson for a deal worth £35m from Newcastle United with Odysseas Vlachodimos poised to move the other way in what should be a separate move. We discuss the merits of the moves and the potential fees as clubs rush to ensure they are PSR compliant. #nffc #nufc Do like and subscribe to our channel. You can a…

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NEWCASTLE UNITED TARGET ANTONY ELANGA AS NOTTINGHAM FOREST LINKED WITH HIGHLY RATED DUO IN PSR DEALS 25:28

14d ago25:28

25:28

Nottingham Forest winger Anthony Elanga has been linked with a move to Newcastle United by multiple media outlets as part of deals to help tackle PSR issues for Eddie Howe's team. Newcastle have to sell by tomorrow (June 30) to avoid a Premier League points deduction. Forest too have to sell but are looking to move Orel Mangala and Moussa Niakhate …

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Into the World Cup Finals: India vs South Africa 19:58

15d ago19:58

19:58

The final countdown is upon us as the stage is set for the T20 World Cup Final between India and South Africa. Both teams have been unbeaten this tournament, but only one will take home the Cup!Ready to cheer for the Men in Blue? Hosts Rahul Makin & Shikhar Varshney discuss India's World Cup 2024 campaign till now and prays for not getting choked i…

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Podcast Episode 229: Portugal EURO Preview Versus Slovenia; Martinez's XI Selections; Liga Summer Report 34:02

19d ago34:02

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*EURO 2024: What happened with Georgia loss and previewing Slovenia. The good and bad so far at EURO. *Benfica, FC Porto, Sporting CP, SC Braga, and other Liga stuff of interest. *Transfer Rumors & Manager Changes.

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST CLOSE ON HUGE PSR BOOOST | £20M NIAKHATE BID | CHELSEA WANT MURILLO 58:58

16d ago58:58

58:58

Nottingham Forest have until June 30 to make sure they are PSR compliant or face a second Premier League points deduction. The Reds reportedly need to make around £20m in PSR profit but they could be close to getting over the line after the Daily Telegraph reported Forest are close to completing the sales of Orel Mangala to Lyon, while a move to Ly…

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NATHAN TYSON ON ONE MORE YEAR, A CHANGING GAME AND THE NOTTINGHAM FOREST PLAYER HE IS A FAN OF 45:38

27d ago45:38

45:38

Today's guest is former Nottingham Forest striker Nathan Tyson as he discusses if he will keep playing at the age of 42, his plans for life after football, what he dislikes about the game today and his thoughts on his former club. #nffc Do like and subscribe to our channel. You can also become a member here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi8cKKO…

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST SIGN TOP GERMAN PROSPECT | AGUILERA SHINES AGAINST BRAZIL | FRIENDLY CONFIRMED 12:09

18d ago12:09

12:09

Nottingham Forest have signed promising German teenager Eric Da Silva Moreira from St Pauli. We cover that deal, plus a good performance from Brandon Aguilera against Brazil in the Copa America and what it means for his development. Finally, Forest have announced their first pre-season friendly. #nffc Do like and subscribe to our channel. You can a…

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST LINKED WITH GNONTO | CLUBS MAKE A MOCKERY OF PSR RULES | CARLOS MIGUEL DEAL NEAR 51:06

19d ago51:06

51:06

Nottingham Forest have been linked with a £17m bid for Leeds United and Italy winger Wilfried Gnonto. We'll discuss that report on the 20-year-old as well as links with Fenberbahce defender Jayden Ooseterwolde and ongoing interest in Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher. #nffc This all comes after Forest did complete the signing of Marko Stamenic…

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Podcast Episode 228: Portugal EURO: Great Victory Against Czechia, but Still Many Questions; Summer Transfers Heat Up 32:39

22d ago32:39

32:39

*EURO 2024: Reviewing Czechia Win and Previewing Turkey. The good and bad so far. *Benfica, FC Porto, Sporting CP, SC Braga, and other Liga stuff of interest. *Transfer Rumors & Manager Changes.

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Euro 2024: Spirited draw against the Swiss leaves Scotland needing a win against Hungary 41:13

24d ago41:13

41:13

Scotland produced a much-improved performance against Switzerland to keep hopes alive of qualifying for the knockout stage of the Euros. Andy Bargh welcomes commentator Rory Hamilton and Air Force Wan's Alan Risk for a chat about Billy Gilmour, Anthony Ralston, Tierney's injury and Sunday's game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic…

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FOREST FOCUS SUMMER LIVE SHOW WITH GARRY BIRTLES AND LEWIS MCGUGAN 1:16:43

23d ago1:16:43

1:16:43

We held our summer live show at the Trent Navigation as Matt Davies was joined by Nottingham Forest legend Garry Birtles and former midfielder Lewis McGugan on stage before podcast regulars Greg Mitchell and Emily Anderson joined the panel for the audience Q&A. #nffc WARNING: There is a small amount of swearing in the second half of the show if you…

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MELTDOWN AS STEVE COOPER TAKES OVER AT NOTTINGHAM FOREST 'RIVAL' | REDS LINKED WITH RIQUELME 40:51

23d ago40:51

40:51

Former Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper will be back at the City Ground after he was named Leicester City manager today, sparking an angry reaction from Leicester fans with some Forest fans also criticising the former Reds boss. #nffc We'll discuss that news and the latest transfer rumours as Forest seem to be closing in on a £1.5m deal for S…

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Indian Cricket Team ke naye coach Gautam Gambhir! ki kya hai demands? 13:20

24d ago13:20

13:20

The word is pretty solid about Gautam Gambhir taking the handover from Rahul Dravid after the T20 World Cup 2024 and there is insider news as well about him demanding certain things from the board. What are they and to what extent the agreement has come? The hosts also pick up on why BCCI did not have their buffet to pick from and what the chronolo…

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST TARGET TOP GERMAN PROSPECT | STEVE COOPER TO LEICESTER? | CHARITY WALK HERO 26:46

24d ago26:46

26:46

Nottingham Forest have been linked with a move for top German prospect Eric da Silva Moreira, an Under-17 World Cup winner who plays for St Pauli. We discuss that and former Forest boss Steve Cooper's potential move to Leicester City as Matt Davies is joined by Reds fan Paul Lindsay. #nffc Paul is our guest today to primarily discuss his recently c…

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NOTTINGHAM FOREST FIXTURES RELEASED | REDS CLOSE ON MARKO STAMENIC AND CARLOS MIGUEL TRANSFERS 42:16

25d ago42:16

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Nottingham Forest look poised to sign Brazilian goalkeeper Carlos Miguel in a deal that was widely reported. A second deal has come as much more of a surprise with the Reds reportedly poised to sign Marko Stamenic from Red Star Belgrade before loaning him to Olympiacos. #nffc We'll discuss the implications of that deal when it comes to PSR, as well…

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CARLOS MIGUEL ON FIRE | REISS NELSON LINKED TO NOTTINGHAM FOREST | KEVIN CAMPBELL TRIBUTE 45:11

26d ago45:11

45:11

Carlos Miguel could move to Nottingham Forest this summer as they look to sign the Corinthians goalkeeper for £3.4m, according to multiple reports. He played what could have been his final game for the Brazilian club last night and produced two incredible saves which should excite Forest fans. We'll discuss his future as well as two more transfer l…

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Euro 2024: Swiss game approaches after Scotland thumped by hosts Germany 41:25

28d ago41:25

41:25

A deflating Friday evening saw Scotland hammered 5-1 by Germany on the opening night of the Euros. Why were we so flat, confused and impatient on the park? Exploited by a brilliant Germany side. The standard has been set before with performances against Denmark and Spain as well as bossing Netherlands for an hour in Amsterdam. Hopefully the lads ca…

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Podcast Episode 227: Portugal EURO Preview; Transfer Rumors; Who Won the Second Division Title? New Controversy 42:15

29d ago42:15

42:15

*Full EURO 2024 Portugal Preview & XI *Benfica, FC Porto, Sporting CP, SC Braga, and other Liga stuff of interest. *Transfer Rumors & Manager Changes. *Who won the Second Division Title? New controversy.

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BOTTLED UP BLOKES FOUNDER TIM COX ON MEN'S MENTAL HEALTH WEEK AND SUPPORTING NOTTINGHAM FOREST 29:55

1M ago29:55

29:55

It's Men's Mental Health Week in the UK as we're joined by Bottled Up Blokes founder Tim Cox to discuss the group and what they do, plus how you can get help if you are outside the Nottingham area. We also discuss the support offered by Nottingham Forest and Harry Toffolo. Tim is also a Nottingham Forest fan and Forest Focus member as we also discu…

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Scotland's group stage opponents analysed: Germany's turn in form, Kroos returns, a striking question and a CB duo 36:24

1M ago36:24

36:24

Andy Bargh chats with Kicker managize's Editor-in-chief Jorg Jakob about the German squad ahead of the Euros, their expectations, their thoughts on playing Scotland and being the host nation. If you're enjoying the pod, please leave a rating and review to help keep it growing, thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad…

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SOUTH AMERICAN PLAYERS NOTTINGHAM FOREST COULD SIGN | IS THERE ANOTHER MURILLO? | UNLUCKY SCARPA 1:03:11

1M ago1:03:11

1:03:11

Matt Davies is joined by South American football expert (and Nottingham Forest fan) Nathan Joyes of the Copa Club as we discuss the new prominence of the South American market for Premier League teams, the rise of Murillo, the fall of Gustavo Scarpa and players the Reds could target this summer. #nffc Get your live show tickets for Thursday June 13…

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Scotland/Euros quiz 45:53

1M ago45:53

45:53

Alone or among friends while in transit on the planes, trains and automobiles around Germany, this should help kill an hour or two. Round 1: Euro 24. Round 2: Scotland at Euro 24 Round 3: Euros all-time Round 4: Scotland all-time Round 5: Picture round Round 6: Guess the goal Rounds 7: Pointless round See the thread on Twitter for the picture round…

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