Tifo Football Podcast

Manchester United very much fail to bounce back against Bournemouth. Is Michael Carrick's time done? And has Andoni Iraola has achieved a total cultural victory over Premier League football?

Kate Mason hosts Jon, Seb and Jack to discuss the above, festive treats and post-watershed ASMR.

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Former Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag has spoken for the first time about his time at Old Trafford, Ronaldo and the circumstances surrounding his departure. Joe and Jon perform Ring for Analysis on an exclusive interview with The Athletic’s Laurie Whitwell. Part 1 https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7701054/2026/10/20/ten-hag-ronaldo-man-utd/

Part 2 https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7702847/2026/10/21/erik-ten-hag-interview-man-united-legends-mainoo/

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A potential moment of reckoning for Michael Carrick after Manchester United’s 4-1 defeat to Como, Arsenal’s entertaining 2-2 draw away at Bayern Munich and Aston Villa’s 3-1 win of Viking FK were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Joey D’Urso, Kaya Kaynak & Jon Mackenzie and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a peppy intro

03:28 - The Man Utd soap opera continues

12:13 - impressions of Carrick as a coach & deeper problems

20:50 - so, what next?

26:42 - a break & THE RONDO

34:14 - Arsenal hold back the behemoth Bayern, but we talk about films instead

51:05 - a break

51:07 - Villa conquer the Vikings!

58:21 - The wheel of D’Urso

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Brighton’s brilliant early form and potential title tilt, the continuation of worrying performances for Crystal Palace, a first Premier League win of the season for Brighton and Sunderland’s sorry season so far were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Jon Mackenzie & Thom Harris and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - An intro from The Seven Kingdoms

05:01 - Can Brighton continue to challenge for the title?

18:52 - Fabian Hurtzeler destined for a “bigger” club?

27:04 - a quick break & THE RONDO

34:32 - Crystal Palace are not taking care of business

48:52 -a quick break

48:54 - Sweet Cherries and bothered Black Cats

57:03 - Star of the Week

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Manchester United’s 1-1 drew away against Leeds. What does it mean for Michael Carrick?

Arsenal squeezing by Forest. What does it mean for the title challenge (or is there one?)

And double-glazing! Jon, Joe and Kaya discuss.

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The Independent Football Regulator has published a report highlighting the precarious financial position many English football clubs find themselves in. Joe and Jon perform Ring for Analysis on an article by Matt Slater that paints a worrying picture about the state of football. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7686126/2026/10/13/football-regulator-premier-league-efl-finances/

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Lisandro Martinez’s home truths after Champions League defeat for Manchester United, a comeback win for Real Madrid against Roma and a humbling defeat for Manchester City against Paris St Germain were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features JJ Bull, Tomás Hill López-Menchero & Jon Mackenzie and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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We’re doing a live show! We’re back at the Leicester Square Theatre on Monday 8th February 2027.

Tickets are available now, go to the Leicester Square Theatre website to get them - https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/tifo-live/

00:00 - a Panamanian intro

04:39 - Some hard home truths for Man Utd?

37:41 - a break & THE RONDO

42:08 - Real remontada against Roma, plus The Fantastic Four

54:53 - a break

54:55 - PSG blow away Man City and JJ living abroad

1:05:50 - An island quiz!

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Manchester United’s 1-1 draw with Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal’s 2-1 comeback victory over Leeds United and Chelsea 5-1 dismantling of AFC Bournemouth were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Reuben Pinder, Kaya Kaynak & Thom Harris and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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We’re doing a live show! We’re back at the Leicester Square Theatre on Monday 8th February 2027.

Tickets are available now, go to the Leicester Square Theatre website to get them - https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/tifo-live/

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00:00 - A rrrrrolling intro

05:42 - Man Utd & Spurs draw, what is going right or wrong for them both?

33:58 -a quick break

34:00 - THE RONDO and some poetry

39:58 - Arsenal’s incredibly convincing win over Leeds United

57:16 - a quick break

57:18 - Chelsea fire five past Bournemouth

01:08:07 - Star of the Week & Palace beat Forest

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Liverpool started the game well, but allowed Manchester City back into the first half. A similar pattern followed in the second, before Ryan Gravenberch was harshly sent off, after getting a second yellow card for a light foul on Jeremy Doku; his first coming for clipping Elliot Anderson’s foot in the first half.

Erling Haaland scored very soon after the red card, in 65 minutes, after a shot was blocked from Jeremy Doku. Ruben Dias gave another speech in a huddle after the goal in front of Man City’s travelling fans.

Jon and Joe discuss the game and more.

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Despite all the interest in football, the world of refereeing remains opaque to most fans. Joe and Jon perform a very different Ring for Analysis as they’re joined by William Ralston, the author of a new book from Penguin titled The Impossible Job: The Truly Unbelievable World of Football Referees. https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/459975/the-impossible-job-by-ralston-william/9780241726716

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The Premier League returns! Will Manchester United get a win? Will Tottenham Hotspur improve at all? How do you beat in-form Brighton & Hove Albion? Will Arsenal rally after their surprise defeat last time out? Leeds United sit in fifth, how have they done it and can they keep doing it? And we quickly run the rule over Everton, Joe’s beloved Fulham and a revitalised Aston Villa. All of that and more in this edition of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Kaya Kaynak, Liam Tharme & Jon Mackenzie and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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We’re doing a live show! We’re back at the Leicester Square Theatre on Monday 8th February 2027.

Tickets are available now, go to the Leicester Square Theatre website to get them - https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/tifo-live/

00:00 - a Gruffalo intro

07:53 - Premier League is back! Will Man Utd win a game? Plus, castles!

23:56 - Will Spurs get better? And other podcasts that are better than this

28:46 - Actually Spurs this time

36:34 - a quick break

36:36 - THE RONDO

43:33 - Brilliant Brighton

48:51 - Comeback for Arsenal?

56:42 - a clunky break

56:44 - Leeds are fifth and a splash of Everton, Fulham & Villa

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The nature of what Manchester City can appeal and when we may hear a final judgement plus the future of Cristiano Ronaldo were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Reuben Pinder, JJ Bull & Thom Harris and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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We’re doing a live show! We’re back at the Leicester Square Theatre on Monday 8th February 2027.

Tickets are available now, go to the Leicester Square Theatre website to get them - https://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com/show/tifo-live/

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00:00 - A wooing or booing intro

05:24 - What can Man City appeal?

20:33 - A quiet away day at Anfield awaits…

29:24 - a quick break

29:26 - THE RONDO

41:49 - End of Ronaldo’s Portugal career?

54:19 - a quick break

54:21 - England score seven & Star of the Week

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The eyes of the football world have been on Manchester City since the news broke of the guilty verdicts relating to breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations. But how does it feel from within? Joe and Jon perform Ring for Analysis on an article by Jack Pitt-Brooke that examines what it’s like to be a City fan today. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7633523/2026/10/01/manchester-city-fans-support-premier-league-verdict/

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Manchester City’s verdict story takes on new angles and Joe Devine is joined by Reuben Pinder, Jon Mackenzie and Alfie Potts-Harmer to discuss them - plus Hull City!

00:00 - A very Pocket Monsters Intro

03:38 - Happy Clappers

04:34 - Man City: Crime and Punishment

24:18 - Pep’s Place in the Drama

35:58 - A Quick Break

36:02 - The Rondo

47:31 - The Tiebreaker!

49:20 - Etihad on the Defensive

01:06:09 - A Second Quick Break

01:06:25 - Hull deep dive

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Today’s episode of the Tifo podcast is hosted by Joe Devine and attended by Colin Millar, Kaya Kaynak and Thom Harris to discuss, and is produced by Benji Brooks!

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00:00 - A Very Chaotic Intro

05:41 - Breaking down the Charges

14:45 - On or off-field Crisis?

30:00 - A Quick Break

30:04 - Rondo

51:00 - Crime and Punishment

01:02:56 - Another Quick Break

01:03:08 - Anthony Gordinho

01:04:32 - Spain v England Reactions

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One of the big money transfers this summer saw James Trafford move from Manchester City to Leeds United for over £40million. But expensive goalkeepers are a rarer commodity than outfield players. Joe is joined by Seb Stafford-Bloor to perform Ring for Analysis on Seb’s own article that asks why the goalkeeper market is so quiet. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7483209/2026/08/03/goalkeepers-transfer-analysis-top-10-james-trafford/

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A stumbling start for Jose Mourinho’s second era at Real Madrid, the understated brilliance of Brentford and the march of AS Monaco to the top of Ligue 1 were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Kaya Kaynak, Colin Millar & Alex Barker and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a f**k off intro

03:37 - Mourinho drama at Real Madrid

13:06 - Tactical & vibe issues at Real Madrid

34:48 - a quick break

34:50 - THE RONDO

43:13 - Brentford buzzing up the table, broader bee chat

53:14 - Could you fight a rhino and win?

55:23 - another break

55: 25 - AS Monaco top Ligue 1

1:01:09 - Kaya’s film club returns

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Brighton’s brilliant win over Arsenal, Manchester City’s goalfest victory over Sunderland, yet another defeat for Tottenham and the latest lay of the land in the Bundesliga were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Kaya Kaynak, Reuben Pinder & Seb Stafford-Bloor and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a farty intro

03:35 - Brighton hammer Arsenal, and handling seagulls

10:30 - sleepy Arsenal & gambling Brighton

26:05 - Could Hurtzeler coach a big six side?

35:49 - Impressive Luka Vušković 

39:50 - a quick break 

30:52 - THE RONDO

46:34 - Man City beat Sunderland in pulsating goalfest

57:18 - Spurs lose again, Villa get first League win

1:07:38 - a quick break

1:07:40 - ein Bissen Bundesliga

1:17:49 - Star of the Week

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You may be aware of the viral moment involving a Hyrox athlete soiling herself during an event this week. Joe and Jon perform Ring for Analysis on an article by Jacob Whitehead that asks why the race to be number one can sometimes cause a number two. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7596471/2026/09/15/fecal-incontinence-athletes-why-explained/  

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Defeat for Manchester United against Brighton & Hove Albion and what it means for their broader progression under Michael Carrick and the development of Andoni Iraola’s ideas at Liverpool were discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Hamzah Khalique-Loonatand and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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Tottenham still firing blanks in their 0-0 draw with Everton, another defeat for stuttering Aston Villa, a morale boosting draw for Fulham away to Liverpool and another fine result for Hull City, this time a draw at Chelsea were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Reuben Pinder & Jacob Tanswell and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a mewling intro

04:25 - Californian Villains

06:09 - Tottenham draw a blank again

26:40 - THE RONDO

33:23 - a quick break 

33:25 - Aston Villa’s slow start & rebuild

55:40 - Liverpool held by Fulham

1:01:06 - a quick break

1:01:08 - Arsenal defeat Sunderland

1:05:18  - Hull City hold Chelsea

1:12:31 - quick Championship trip, bad times for Coventry City

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A 10-man Manchester City beat Man Utd at Old Trafford. The visitors were reduced to 10 players halfway through the first half as Michael Oliver showed Phil Foden a red card for kicking out at Bruno Fernandes.

Man City have a perfect record so far this season, with victories over Bournemouth, Palace, Coventry and now Man Utd. It’s 100% for City but 100% also for Enzo Maresca, who’s shown early in his tenure his desire to continue Pep Guardiola’s approach at Man City.

Meanwhile: In two pivotal minutes, David Raya saved a penalty and Bruno Guimaraes scored a superb first goal for Arsenal. Bukayo Saka added a stoppage-time penalty to add gloss to the win.

These result leave both teams on 12 points, four ahead of the next best team Hull City.

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Enzo Fernandez might be the record British transfer but he’s also one of the most divisive players in the Premier League. Joe and Jon perform Ring for Analysis on an article by Daniel Taylor that explores the Manchester City player’s background and hears from the people who know him best. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7543079/2026/09/04/enzo-fernandez-character-profile/ 

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The favourites for the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or, Champions League wins for Barcelona, Liverpool & Arsenal plus an exciting start to Ligue Un were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Alex Barker, Anantaajith Raghuraman  & JJ Bull and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - A well-skippered intro

05:52 - Who will win the Ballon d’Or? But also Geoguesser & Balamory

22:18 - A self-indulgent diversion

29:21 -  a quick break 

29:23 - THE RONDO

36:41 - Barcelona are banging them in

43:49 - Liverpool start the Champions League with a win!

55:47 - another break

55:49 - Napoli beaten by The Arsenal

1:07:46 - A Ligue Un round up

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A late draw for Everton with Manchester United, another win for Manchester City, this time against Coventry City, a troubling defeat for Fulham against Crystal Palace and a smash & grab draw for Newcastle United against AFC Bournemouth were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Kaya Kaynak, Reuben Pinder & Thom Harris and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a hellooooo! Intro

06:34 - Everton level late against Man Utd

23:52 - THE RONDO

30:37 - a quick break 

30:39 - Manchester City defeat Coventry City

41:09 - Points Are Bad update!

43:00 - More Man City, some Coventry

49:19 - Crystal Palace turn Fulham upside down

1:02:39 - a quick break

1:02:41 - Newcastle Utd peg back Bournemouth

1:16:36 - A Spurs quiz!

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Goals from Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard helped Arsenal to an impressive comeback victory over Chelsea, who themselves again went ahead inside the first five minute.

Are Arsenal fun to watch now? Does this game answer our questions about whether Chelsea can be title contenders? And how are Real Madrid getting on under Jose Mourinho?

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Jose Mourinho’s return to Real Madrid has seen the club invest €260million in the squad this summer. Joe and Jon perform Ring for Analysis on an article by Mario Cortegana, to look at the changes at the Bernabeu and if the normal rules of football apply to the world’s most valuable club. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7555807/2026/09/02/jose-mourinho-real-madrid-transfer-window-rebuild/ 

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The chaotic or coherent transfer activity of Arsenal, Eveton, Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Jack Pitt-Brooke & Kaya Kaynak and is produced by Steve Hankey.

00:00 - A dead tree intro

05:15 - How did Arsenal fare in the transfer window?

26:34 - a quick break 

26:35 - THE RONDO

35:39 - Everton window and ownership situation 

50:44 - How did Tottenham fare in the transfer window?

01:03:46 - another break

01:03:48 - How did Man City fare in the transfer window?

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Manchester United’s victory over Ipswich Town, another win for Hull City, a statement away win for Newcastle United over Tottenham Hotspur, another draw for Liverpool, this time against Nottingham Forest plus Manchester City putting four past Crystal Palace 

were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Colin Millar, Reuben Pinder & Thom Harris and is produced by Steve Hankey.

00:00 - a tigerish intro

04:20 - Man Utd triumph over the Tractor Boys

21:51 - We lose our way significantly 

24:33 - Another win for Hull City!

32:24 - a quick break 

32:26 - THE RONDO

42:27 - Newcastle beat Tottenham!

00:55 - Newcastle’s quick progress in new era

01:00:55 - another break

01:00:57 -  Liverpool draw again, this time to Forest

01:14:08 - Man City punish Crystal Palace

01:19:52 - after 2 games, who is going down??

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Xabi Alonso's Chelsea beat Brighton 4-3 in an entertaining game at Stamford Bridge this weekend, scoring three inside the first half. However, they finished the game with 26% possession, their lowest such statistic at home in 15 years. So, is this confirmation that the Premier League's tactical meta has shifted? Joe Devine is joined by Jon Mackenzie and Kaya Kaynak to discuss this, as well as Chelsea's changes of a title challenge this season.

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For the second season in a row, Aston Villa have had a tough start to their campaign. Joe and Jon perform Ring for Analysis on an article by Jacob Tanswell, which explores whether the instability at Villa Park is a real issue, or if there are reasons to be hopeful. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7533338/2026/08/24/aston-villa-premier-league-brighton-watkins-emery/ 

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Bradley Barcola’s in principle move to Liverpool, the early signs of progress for Chelsea under Xabi Alonso, a new era at Fulham and the prospects for Crystal Palace were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Jack Collins & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - A ptotemic intro

05:27 - Liverpool near Barcola signing

18:08 - Chelsea’s first competitive game under Xabi Alonso

35:45 - a quick break 

35:47 - THE RONDO

43:07 - Fulham’s new era!

01:06:46  - another break

01:06:48 Perilous times for Palace?

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Manchester United’s defeat to Hull City, Brentford’s demolition of Tottenham Hotspur, a lively draw between Newcastle United and Liverpool, Manchester City’s comeback draw against AFC Bournemouth AND Arsenal’s comprehensive victory over Coventry City were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Kaya Kaynak, Jon Mackenzie & Thom Harris and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - an intro with legs crossed

05:34 - Hull City defeat Man Utd

23:20 - Brentford bowl over Tottenham

36:36 - a quick break 

36:38 - THE RONDO - but also diaries and pickle

44:01 - Newcastle & Liverpool share the spoils!

01:00:40 - another break

01:00:42 - Man City make a late comeback against Bournemouth

01:09:58 - Arsenal cruise against Coventry City

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Pep Guardiola may be out of football, but his influence is everywhere. Joe and Jon reverse roles for this performance of Ring for Analysis as Jon reads the introduction to his book, The Spectre of Pep: How Guardiola Haunts Modern Football Tactics, which is out now. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Spectre-Pep-Guardiola-Football-Tactics/dp/1399631896

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Carlos Baleba’s mooted move to Manchester United, more “bomba” transfers from Tottenham Hotspur and the very functional, squad depth signing of Ezri Konsa by Arsenal were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Kaya Kaynak, JJ Bull & Jack Pitt-Brooke and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - A good or bad intro

06:16 - Man Utd midfield moves… and aliens

21:45 - Premier League to Premier League transfers 

30:23 - a quick break 

30:25 - THE RONDO

36:50 - More Spurs bomba signings!

51:19 - another break

51:21 - Arsenal sign Ezri Konsa

01:00:20 - Attacking talent in the Premier League

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Arsenal’s Community Shield victory over Manchester City, what we should expect from Chelsea this season and a buffet of transfer morsels were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Kaya Kaynak, Alex Barker & Amitai Winehouse and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a perfectly cooked intro, in parts…

06:48 - Arsenal win the Community Shield!

18:04 - A morsel of The Athletic’s juicy DealSheet

21:46 - Should Man City fans be worried?

33:27 - a quick break 

33:29 - THE RONDO

37:40 - What should we expect of Chelsea? But first some Fulham

55:47 - Is the role of the Sporting Director changing?

1:01:07 - more transfer missives from Lord Amitai

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Matthias Jaissle arrives at Newcastle during another tumultuous summer for the Geordies. Joe and Jon perform Ring for Analysis on an article by Seb Stafford-Bloor, who spoke to former players and staff that have worked with the new Newcastle head coach in Saudi Arabia and Austria. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7494148/2026/08/06/matthias-jaissle-newcastle-united-profile/ 

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We preview Liverpool and Spurs’ seasons under new managers Andoni Iraola and Roberto De Zerbi. What will their sides look like, how is their transfer business looking and who will finish in the top five are all discussion topics discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Dan Kilpatrick & JJ Bull and is produced by Grayson Moody

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How fun will Manchester United be to watch this season, how good a fit is Rodri potentially moving to Barcelona be and how will Manchester City fare this season in the post Pep Guardiola

 were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Colin Millar & JJ Bull and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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Joe & Jon in conversation Tuesday 15th September - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-spectre-of-pep-guardiola-book-launch-with-jon-mackenzie-tickets-1990115339553 

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Timecodes

00:00 - an intro of Parish notices

06:40 - Will Man Utd be fun this season?

28:57 - a break

28:59 - THE RONDO

35:03 - Rodri to… Barcelona???

44:20 - a break

44:22 - How will Man City fare?

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A tricky week at the top of FIFA for Gianni Infantino, the rumours around some potentially huge Brazilian transfers for Arsenal, moves for more established names across the rest of the Premier League plus Matthias Jaissle replacing Eddie Howe at Newcastle United  were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Reuben Pinder, Jon Mackenzie, Thom Harris & Seb Stafford Bloor and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - an intro of welcome returns

07:13 - A week to forget to Gianni Infantino

24:51 - a quick break 

24:53 - THE RONDO

30:13 - What happens if Arsenal actually sign Vinicius Jr?

47:49 - Tottenham’s strong window full of bombas

59:22- another break

59:24 - Bringing in wise elders for Chelsea’s tyros

1:09:22 - Howe do Newcastle United move on from Eddie?

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Spain have won The World Cup, they do so having conceded just a single goal. But what does it all mean? Who else should have been sent off? Who snuck into the trophy lift photo? Should England not have done better against this Argentinian side? Why aren't there more handbags involved in this? What as the one good thing about the extended half-time break? How many teams should a World Cup have? And what do we think about Morgan Rogers going to Chelsea for £117m? To answer all these and more are Joe Devine, Jon Mackenzie, JJ Bull, Kaya Kaynak and special guest Kate Mason.

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England are out of the World Cup after the semi-final clash with Argentina. Two late goals turned the game around, do Thomas Tuchel's tactical tweaks take the blame? Jon, Joe, Kaya and JJ discuss the match, whether Kane and Messi each have another four-year cycle in them, play the second-hand ebay challenge and preview the final.

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Spain beat both France and the odds. Not only that but they do so in a dominant fashion, progressing to the final in the process. How did they do it? Are they the favourites now? Meanwhile, Manchester United's transfer window is off to an interesting start. Jon, Joe, Kaya, and JJ discuss.

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England are through to the semi-finals of the World Cup after an extra time victory over Norway. A Bellingham brace, some contentious refereeing, Erling Haaland taken off with time still left on the clock and a Thomas Tuchel post-match interview. Regulars Jon, Joe, JJ and Kaya discuss.

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Spain defeat Belgium with another late goal to book their semi-final place against France. Joe Devine, Jon Mackenzie, JJ Bull and Kate Mason are joined by special guest, comedian Alfie Dundas to discuss the match, play their regular games and predict who will win the World Cup.

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The quarter-final round has begun with France's dispatching of Morocco. Manchester United agree a deal to sign Andrey Santos. Arsenal are rumoured to be in for Bruno Guimarães. Kate Mason hosts Kaya Kaynak, Jon Mackenzie and guest comedian Ian Stone to discuss.

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Argentina staged a dramatic comeback from two goals down against Egypt, and the USMNT exit the competition at the hands of Belgium. What does the future hold for American soccer? Joe Devine is joined by Kaya Kaynak, Ryan Hunn and JJ Bull to discuss the above and more.

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Spain, yet to concede a goal, send Portugal home and Cristiano Ronaldo to tears. Donald Trump loudly blows FIFA's cover and there are plenty more thoughts on England's early morning chaos in and against Mexico. Joe, JJ and Seb are joined by returning special guest Mehreen Khan.

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England beat Mexico in Mexico City and the TIfo boys are here with a short post-match reaction podcast!

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Exactly when England will take on Mexico at the Estadio Azteca remains unclear both at the time of recording and at the time of editing. Meanwhile, two Brazilian penalties awarded were not enough to equal an Erling Haaland brace. And Florian Balogun's controversial red card has been much more controversially put on pause, as he is cleared to face Belgium. Loading up on energy drinks to get through it are Joe Devine, Jon Mackenzie, Kaya Kaynak and Seb Stafford-Bloor.

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France narrowly surpass Paraguay's dazzling display of violence. It takes all three Argentina goals to put an end to Cape Verde's remarkable tournament run. Arsenal nearly do some transfers. Joe Devine is joined by JJ Bull, Seb Stafford-Bloor and comedian Jacob Hawley to talk it through.

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It's another series of wild twists and turns in the round of 32. Penalties see Egypt progress while Australia go home. The Portugal/Croatia game heads to a dramatic 90+19 full-time whistle. And Jurgen Klopp is reportedly to replace Julian Nagelsmann as Germany coach. Kate Mason hosts Kaya Kaynak, JJ Bull and Seb Stafford-Bloor.

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Well the games keep coming and they don't stop coming. Spain knock out Austria with a comfortable control. The US knock out Bosnia and Herzegovina despite Balogun's controversial red card. Joe and Jon are joined by The Athletic's Liam Tharme and stand-up comedian Alfie Dundas to discuss.

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It's a packed out sofa set in the Tifo studio to talk England's late, exhausting victory against DR Congo and qualification to the Round of 16. Tottenham Hotspur are to sign Sandro Tonali for a fee that could reach one hundred million pounds. To discuss Joe Devine is joined by Jon Mackenzie, Kaya Kaynak, Kate Mason and Carl Anka

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France ease past Sweden in the RO32 with two goals from Mbappe and a third from Barcola. We ask: is Michael Olise the best player in the world right now? Elsewhere Norway narrowly get by Ivory Coast, and Netherlands coach Ronald Korman steps down from his position after exiting the tournament on penalties to Morocco. Joe Devine is joined by Kaya Kaynak, JJ Bull and Kate Mason to discuss the above and more.

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In the biggest shock of the World Cup so far, Paraguay have knocked out Germany on penalties in their Round of 32 game. The Tifo team, having just completed a live watchalong, give their immediate reaction to this result, as well as to Brazil's earlier victory over Japan and Canada's progression past South Africa on Sunday. Joe Devine is joined by Jon Mackenzie, Kaya Kaynak & JJ Bull.

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England rally in the second half to win against Panama, top their group and secure an, at least somewhat, favourable draw in the first knockout round. Later, in the latter half of the podcast many, but not all, results are confirmed and Steve Clarke resigns. To discuss Jon, Joe and JJ were joined by Kate Mason.

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France beat a rotated Norway, Senegal make life difficult for Scotland, and who will win the World Cup? Joe Devine and JJ Bull are joined by Kate Mason and comedian Sean Burke to discuss all of the above and more.

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Ecuador earn a hard fought victory over already-qualified Germany. Scotland take the bold tactical decision to repeatedly surrender the ball in front of goal to Brazil. The true and total ramifications for the 3rd placers table are as vast as they are unknowable. To discuss are Jon, Joe and JJ.

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Ghana hold England to a nil-nil draw and Portugal demolish Uzbekistan. Joe, JJ, Carl and Kaya were live on the sofa to discuss.

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Lionel Messi becomes the top scorer in World Cup history, but Argentina show some cracks along the way and Egypt take all the points against New Zealand. Jon, Joe and Seb are joined again by Stadio's Musa Okwonga.

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Belgium and Iran play out an entertaining goalless draw, Spain show up to the World Cup with Lamine Yamal starring in a dominant first half display against Saudi Arabia, and the panel discuss which players have stood out the most so far in the World Cup. On today's episode, Joe Devine is joined by stalwart Seb Stafford-Bloor, and both halves of iconic football podcast Stadio: Ryan Hunn and Musa Okwonga.

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Seb and Jon are joined by Chris Evans, journalist and author of How To Win The World Cup. They all put flesh to the leather sofa to talk Germany, Côte d'Ivoire, Brazil and Haiti.

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Jon and Joe were joined on the couch by editor of Equator magazine Jonathan Shainin and stand-up comedian Michael Odewale to talk a very North American day of the World Cup.

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Jon, Joe, Kaya and JJ were live on World Cup day seven to talk England, England, England and a couple of other bits too.

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Jon, Joe and Kaya were joined live in the studio by comedian Tadiwa Mahlunge to talk World Cup day 6 and Premier League transfers

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Joe, JJ and Colin were live on the Tifo sofa to opine on all the twists and turns in groups E, F, G and H on day five of the World Cup!

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The Tifo team were joined by comedian Al Nash for a live podcast streamed in the aftermath of Japan's 2-2 draw with the Netherlands. Topics include USMNT's big win, Scotland's 1-0 victory over Haiti and all the action from the World Cup on Sunday.

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England and Scotland’s chances at the 2026 World Cup, what will be the most interesting thing about the tournament and the potential dark horses plus final champions were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Reuben Pinder, Jon Mackenzie, JJ Bull & Joey D’Urso and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - an intro that’s coming home

05:09 - How will England fare at the World Cup?

22:30 - How difficult will this World Cup be?

26:46 - a break 

26:48 - THE RONDO

33:19 - How will Scotland fare at the World Cup?

44:50 - We play another game

59:53 - a break 

59:55 - Dark horses and World Cup winners?

1:09:36 - Our World Cup plans, Excellent Football Jokes & Points Are Bad!

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The makeup of Thomas Tuchel’s final 26-man squad for the World Cup this summer certainly created a stir.

On this episode, Jon & Joe perform Ring for Analysis on this article by Rob Tanner: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7309045/2026/05/27/england-world-cup-tuchel-maguire-gibbs-white-palmer-foden

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FIFA banning fans bringing water bottles into stadiums during the summer World Cup, incredible new details from the Southampton spy gate scandal, Manchester United’s new midfield signing Éderson & the departure of Marco Silva from Fulham were all discussed on the latest Tifo Football podcast.

Plus our guest Archie Bland is really good at Fantasy Premier League…

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, JJ Bull & Archie Bland and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a spy-less intro

08:18 - FIFA took away our water bottles

17:36 - More spygate!

 22:26 - How Southampton fans have handled it

30:10 - The role of peer pressure

36:10 - Tonda Eckert’s second chance

39:26 - A break

39:28 - The Rondo 

47:45 - Man Utd sign midfielder Éderson

1:03:29 - Marco SIlva to leave Fulham 

1:15:10 - another break

1:15:12 - Archie’s Fantasy Premier League success!

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Liverpool sacking Arne Slot and potentially hiring Andoni Iraola, a possible Paris St Germain three-peat in the Champions League and Crystal Palace’s UEFA Conference League victory were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Reuben Pinder, features Jon Mackenzie, Kaya Kaynak & Alex Barker and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a hungry and perfectly paced intro

04:07 - Liverpool sack Slot

16:47 - Liverpool under Iraola?

29:49 - a break 

29:51 - THE RONDO

39:00 - PSG on for a three-peat?

46:30 - Is the CL easier to win now than 10 years ago?

51:15 - Arsenal’s PL victory parade

55:12 - a break 

55:14 - Palace won the Conference League

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Jon, Joe and Kaya were live on the studio sofa to talk Champion's League final and the potential of Iraola to Liverpoool

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In this second and final part, Jon & Joe perform Ring for Analysis on the latter half of this article by James McNicholas https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7291434/2026/05/19/inside-arsenal-premier-league-title-win/

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The deeper, executive and management questions that surround the underperformance of clubs like Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham United, Chelsea and AC Milan plus Crystal Palace’s UEFA Conference League success were discussed on the latest Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Jack Pitt-Brooke & Jonathan Shainin and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a plain t-shirt intro

09:32 - Executive malfunction at Tottenham Hotspur

21:00 - consequences of coach choices

27:54 - Jon’s tea party analogy and how ot make a good football system

33:42 - A break

33:44 - The Rondo 

42:35 - Navigating “big club” versus “small club” operational policy

49:40 - the problem with overly reducing football to numbers

1:00:37 - another break

1:00:39 - Crystal Palace won the Conference League!

1:09:52 - Italy’s top four this season

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The end of multiple eras at Manchester City & Liverpool, West Ham United’s relegation and the impressive survival of Leeds United were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

Plus, we draw Points Are Bad to a close…

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, JJ Bull, Reuben Pinder & Kaya Kaynak and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a tunnel of intro

08:22 - The Pep Guardiola era ends

17:15 - Why one cannot fully celebrate Pep’s achievements…

28:29 - An era drawing to an end at Anfield

30:26 - a break 

30:28 - THE RONDO

43:10 - West Ham were relegated

50:00 - West Ham transfer hit or miss quiz

52:39 - Were West Ham unlucky?

55:06 - a break 

55:08 - Leeds United survive!

1:09:30 - Points Are Bad ends!

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Jon and Joe are joined on the final day of the Premier League season by a slightly crunchy Alex Barker to talk Tottenham Hotspur's survival, West Ham's not. And ask: what was this season?

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The story of Arsenal’s 2025-26 triumph is relatively unusual in modern football. Yes, it has some of the classic components: an exceptional team, a coaching guru and the obligatory enormous expenditure on transfers. But it is distinct because it is a tale of persistence and continuity.

On this episode, Jon & Joe perform Ring for Analysis on this article by James McNicholas https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7291434/2026/05/19/inside-arsenal-premier-league-title-win/

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Arsenal’s first Premier League title in 22 years, the fallout from the Championship playoffs spygate affair, who will challenge for the Premier League next season as Aston Villa’s Europa League success were all discussed on the latest Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Kaya Kaynak & Mehreen Khan and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - A grade 9 intro

07:11 - Arsenal are Premier League champions

16:17 - Why Arsenal are worthy champions

20:00 - What happens now it finally happens

24:30 - Jon talks about Andoni Iraola

27:23 - A break

27:25 -The Rondo 

34:00 - Southampton’s punishment for Spygate

50:07 - another break

50:09 - Early Premier League top 4 predictions for next season

1:08:32 - Aston Villa win the Europa League!

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Pep Guardiola will leave his role as Manchester City manager this summer, Enzo Maresca is expected to replace him. We discuss the impact Pep has made in the Premier League and what he should take up next. Also! Arsenal suffer past Burnley, Hearts get their hearts broken on the final day of the season and JJ attempts to turn around his Rondo form.

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Jon, Joe and sort of, kinda, producer Nathan were live in the studio to talk Mohammed Salah's socials, Pep Guardiola's 42nd(?) trophy and Michael Carrick's new contract.

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Sassuolo, a tiny football club in Italy, are thriving. At a time when it feels as though Italian football is in crisis, Sassuolo are providing hope that some clubs are doing it the right way.

On this episode, Jon & Joe perform Ring for Analysis on this article by James Horncastle: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7254743/2026/05/07/italy-football-crisis-sassuolo-carnevali

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The Scottish Premiership title race going to the final day, the spygate scandal surrounding the Championship playoffs, rumours linking Xabi Alonson with the Chelsea manager seat and how to fix set pieces were all discussed on the latest Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, JJ Bull & Hamzah Khalique-Loonat and is produced by Steve Hankey.

00:00 - a febrile intro that jumps the shark

07:12 - the drama in Scotland continues!

13:35 - spygate!

23:04 - A break

23:06 - The Rondo 

30:50 - Xabi Alonso to… Chelsea???

44:00 - how set pieces may change

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Barcelona’s La Liga victory, ructions at Real Madrid, the possibility of Jose Mourinho returning to the Bernabeu as manager and Arne Slot’s Liverpool future were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Mark Carey, Jack Pitt-Brooke & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a Eureka intro

4:58 - Barcelona have won La Liga

6:14 - ruckuses at Real Madrid

17:40 - Real Madrid’s tactical issues

21:54 - a break 

21:56 - THE RONDO

25:48 - THE RONDO… again

32:11 - Somehow, Mourinho returned?

48:20 - Marcus Rashford to stay at Barca?

50:47 - a break 

50:50 - lacklustre Liverpool draw with inconsistent Chelsea

1:05:39 - Points Are Bad

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Jon, Joe and Kaya are live in the studio again to talk West Ham vs Arsenal, Man City vs Bournemouth and Fernandes vs Rice

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In the second and final part, Joe & Joe perform Ring for Analysis on an article by Daniel Taylor and Gregg Evans published in early April 2026. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7148627/2026/04/03/john-terry-chelsea

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A fantastic week for Arsenal as they progressed to their first Champions League final in twenty years against Paris St Germain. We discuss the semi-final victory over Atlético Madrid, the stylistic choices Mikel Arteta has made on his road towards success with The Gunners and whether that will succeed in the end. We also look ahead to the future and where Arsenal may strengthen depending on how they do in the final month of the season.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Kaya Kaynak & James McNicholas and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a standard Tifo intro

4:42 - The Arsenal atmosphere on a memorable Champions League night

16:30 - Arsenal vs Atlético semi second leg

20:30 - Bukayo Saka and England

25:07 - A break

25:09 - The Rondo 

31:22 - Arsenal vs PSG in the Champions League final lookahead

46:31 - another break

46:33 - A crucial moment for Mikel Arteta

59:48 - Arsenal’s summer plans?

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Manchester City’s 3-3 draw with Everton, Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Fulham and Chelsea’s humbling 3-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest in the Premier League were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Seb Stafford-Bloor, JJ Bull & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - An odyssey of an intro 

07:16 - Everton 3-3 Man City

15:29 - Was this game a microcosm for the season?

25:25 - Will Phil Foden sign a new deal at Man City?

23:23 - Joe’s lovely roof garden

28:24 - a break 

28:26 - THE RONDO

40:35 - Arsenal 3-0 Fulham and parrots

47:30 - some permutationing

51:46 - Things are still bad for Chelsea

01:00:34 - Nottingham Forest are on fire!

01:05:00 - a whip around Italy, Spain & Scotland

1:08:34 - Points Are Bad

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Joe and Kaya are joined by producer Nathan on the mic and are live in the studio to talk Man U... nited vs Liverpool and Villa at home to Spurs

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Despite the 'Captain, Leader, Legend' moniker at Chelsea, John Terry hasn't found the transition from player to coach straightforward. Added to which, his recent social media activity has drawn critical attention and comment.

In part one of a two-part series, Joe & Joe perform Ring for Analysis on an article by Daniel Taylor and Gregg Evans published in early April 2026. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7148627/2026/04/03/john-terry-chelsea

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Two differing Champions League semi-finals in Atlético Madrid 1-1 Arsenal & Paris St German 5-4 Bayern Munich, Scott Parker leaving as Burnley manager and the race for promotion to the Premier League were all discussed on this episode of the Tifo football podcast. 

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Colin Millar & Kaya Kaynak and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a sweet and delicious intro

04:13 - Arsenal non-penalty decision

18:35 - Will Atlético or Arsenal go through?

24:34 - A break

24:36 - The Rondo 

31:40 - PSG vs Bayern Munich

43:03 - ice cream football metaphor

46:24 - another break

46:26 - Scott Parker leaves Burnley 

50:36 - Championship final day

55:27 - What we didn’t talk about

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Manchester City and Chelsea reaching the 2026 FA Cup final, how a new set piece routine sealed victory for Arsenal against Newcastle United, the latest permutations of the Premier League survival battle and Hearts continued push for a historic Scottish title were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Seb Stafford-Bloor, JJ Bull & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - A podcast intro 

04:59 - A blue FA Cup final

05:56 - What’s your favourite football kit?

09:05 - back to the FA Cup

13:48 - Man City’s depth options

15:10 - Kompany to Man City post Guardiola?

17:18 - What’s it like in Germany Seb?

26:35 - Who’s going to win the FA Cup?

29:14 - a break 

29:15 - The Gunners take down The Magpies

30:05 - Reuben does an impression of Steve

31:13 - THE RONDO

39:21 - The Premier League relegation battle

51:51 - Reuben’s sad personal story

52:44 - Hearts are still on course in Scotland!

57:33 - Points Are Bad

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It was just under 10 years ago, on May 7, 2016, that fans gathered outside Leicester City’s King Power Stadium to celebrate their side being crowned as the most unlikely champions in the history of English football. Fast-forward a decade and the club has been relegated to League One as part of an unthinkable decline.

On today's episode, Joe & Jon perform Ring for Analysis, while reading through Rob Tanner's Leicester City post-mortem https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7218400/2026/04/23/leicester-city-relegation-inside-story/

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Chelsea sacking Liam Rosenior, the general track record of Chelsea’s current owners, the fear American owners have around relegation, Man City going top of the Premier League and the whispers that Italy could replace Iran at the 2026 World Cup were all discussed on this episode of the Tifo football podcast. 

Plus we speak to Bodø/Glimt’s Sporting Director Håvard Sakariassen!

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Mehreen Khan & and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a soft cheese intro

05:02 - Liam Rosenior’s future post Chelsea sacking

21:55 - Chelsea’s owners themselves

32:41 - an advert break

32:43 - More on Chelsea

37:18 - how would missing out on Champions League affect Chelsea?

40:02 - Leicester City relegated

41:28 - Why American owners are worried about relegation

45:36 - Jon’s soft book launch part 1

50:56 - Man City are top of the league

54:52 - Italy to replace Iran at the World Cup???

59:00 - Interview with Bodø/Glimt’s Sporting Director Håvard Sakariassen

1:18:14 - Jon’s soft book launch part 2

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Chelsea’s loss to Manchester United and the severe blow dealt to their Champions League qualification hopes, Tottenham’s dropping of two precious points at the death against Brighton in the race for survival and the potential appointment of Marco Rose at AFC Bournemouth were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Seb Stafford-Bloor, JJ Bull & Reuben Pinder and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - a familiar intro

05:09 - Chelsea lose yet again

09:40 - A crow attacked Joe’s wife!

12:30 - Back to Chelsea

18:10 - Chelsea fan protest

21:33 - The difficulties Liam Rosenior faces

27:00 - promising times for Man Utd

30:10 - a break 

30:12 - THE RONDO

39:26 - Two precious points dropped for Tottenham

49:26 - Will the Cherries soon be receiving a Rose?

54:40 - Coventry City are back in the Premier League!

1:00:25 - Reuben’s European holiday and befriending Villa fans

1:01:37 - Points Are Bad

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Joe, Jon and Kaya are once again live in the studio to once again discuss this weekend's title race permutations

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Graham Scott refereed in the Premier League for a decade before retiring in 2025 to return to his previous career as a journalist. He was a video assistant referee more than 100 times and brings a unique insight into how officials operate, both on the pitch and in the video booth.

On today's episode, Joe & Jon perform Ring for Analysis, while reading through this fascinating insight into the mind of a referee, written by Graham Scott.

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7183601/2026/04/10/referees-var-video-review/

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Atletico Madrid’s progress against Barcelona in the Champions League, their evolution under Diego Simeone and what the future holds for departing AFC Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola were all discussed on this episode of the Tifo football podcast. 

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jon Mackenzie, Kaya Kaynak & Colin Millar and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - An intro

08:50 - Atletico Madrid knock out Barcelona

19:30 - Atletico's evolution & Kaya’s quotes

27:08 - CL permutations without full knowledge of results 

32:10 - strongest CL winning narrative?

37:28 - a break

37:30 - THE RONDO 

45:10 - Andoni Iraola will leave AFC Bournemouth 

53:18 - Where should Iraola go next?

1:04:17 - a recent media acquisition 

1:18:18 - should football games be shorter?

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Yet another damaging defeat for Tottenham under new boss Roberto De Zerbi, a resurgent West Ham United and Liverpool’s rising star Rio Ngumoha were all discussed in this episode of the Tifo Football podcast.

This episode of the Tifo football podcast is hosted by Joe Devine, features Jack Pitt-Brooke, JJ Bull & Kaya Kaynak and is produced by Steve Hankey.

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00:00 - an absolutely fine intro

05:40 - More relegation strife for Tottenham

24:28 - Impressive Granit Xhaka & Sunderland 

28:14 - Would De Zerbi stay in the Championship?

31:15 - a break 

31:17 - THE RONDO

37:43 - Resurgent West Ham!

48:44 - Who’s going to go down? Who knows?!

52:03 - Rio Ngumoha is great

57:50 - Kaya’s film review

1:07:25 - Points Are Bad

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