The Beautiful Game Podcast

The Beautiful Game Podcast – Episode 60 – We discussed and paid tribute to legend and massive inspiration to us Kobe Bryant who tragically passed away. We were joined by The Athletic’s writer, editor and “King of Cliches”, Adam Hurrey (@FootballCliches). He spoke about his journey into sports media, and how he tapped into niche football content. We discussed whether being invincible is more import...

The Beautiful Game Podcast – Episode 59 – We discussed the career of Chelsea legend Paul Canoville. We discussed his experiences of being the clubs first black footballer. We also discussed his best moments in football. We spoke about the mental depression he suffered as well as his battle with cancer + much more. This was compelling stuff. Twitter: @Kingcanners @BujTheGooner @LfcNino @Dej_TBG Get...

The Beautiful Game Podcast – Episode 58 – We discussed the weekends action where Liverpool continued their remarkable league run as they dispatched Man United. No other team in the top 5 won and we deep dived into each of the games. City dropped points against a resilient palace team, Burnley came from behind to beat Leicester, Sheff United amazing PL away run continued at the Emirates and Chelsea...

The Beautiful Game Podcast – Episode 57 – We discussed the aftermath of our interview with Michael Beale. We also spoke about the weekend’s Premier League games and addressed the main talking points. We also spoke about the effect heading has on football with the recent Alzheimer’s report that has come out. We reflected on our upcoming 1-year anniversary and gave our thoughts on how the podcast ha...

The Beautiful Game Podcast – Episode 56 – We discussed what it takes to be a successful coach. We were joined by Rangers football club first team coach Michael Beale (@MichaelBeale) who delivered a masterclass on modern day coaching. We spoke about his career to date and he gave us a deep dive into his spells at Chelsea, Liverpool and Sao Paulo. He also discussed his current role at Rangers. He sp...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 55 – We discussed the new managers in the league that have joined recently and grade them each on the start they have made. We discussed Arteta’s early impact at Arsenal and Jose Mourinho’s recent woes. We were joined by morning star sports editor Kadeem Simmonds (@KadeemSimmonds). We discussed his path into the role and what his Job entails. We also hear from...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 54 – We discussed whether winning the title and the UCL in the same season is a better achievement than winning the title whilst going invincible. We discussed the lastest round of EPL fixtures. The lads also gave their teams of the decade. Dot took the lead with the unpopular opinion and the boys gave their prospect of the week + much more. Twitter: @BujTheGoo...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 53 BOXING DAY SPECIAL – We discussed the career of Anne-Marie Batson. She gave an insight into her journey as a sports broadcaster. She also discussed the work she’s currently doing at TalkSport, BBC and the other broadcasters that she works for at the present moment. We also discussed her career highlights to date + much more. Twitter: @AnnemarieBatson @BujThe...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 52 – We discussed the grotesque racial abuse that Rudiger suffered in the clash between Spurs and Chelsea. We also spoke about racism in today's society. We were joined by Daniel Storey (@danielstorey85) who writes for the inewspaper for the first part of the episode. We also discussed the latest round of premier league fixtures which included all things Arteta...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 51 – We discussed Russia’s recent ban from sporting events. We were joined by The Athletic’s Carl Anka (@Ankaman616). We spoke about his career to date and his current work at The Athletic. We dissected a jammed pack weekend of English Premier league football. We spoke about the impending arrivals of Ancelotti to Everton and Arteta to Arsenal. We also discussed...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 50 CHRISTMAS SPECIAL – We discussed the career of Harry Pinero. We spoke about growing up in South London, mental health and all things Manchester United where he gave us his Manchester United team of the decade + we have a very special giveaway. Twitter: @harrypinero @BujTheGooner @LfcNino @Dej_TBG Instagram: @harrypinero Get involved in the discussion using t...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 49 – We discussed whether man management is more important than tactics. We were joined by football reporter for the premier league Vaishali Bhardwaj (@VaiBhardwaj) who helped us dissect the weekends action. Manchester United upset the applecart by going to the Etihad and winning. There were also comprehensive wins for both Spurs and Liverpool. We also gave our...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 48 – We discussed the topics surrounding The Beautiful Game with chief football writer at The Times, Henry Winter (@henrywinter). We spoke about how Raheem Sterling calling for the media to be held more accountable has had a positive influence. We also discussed the recent “Black Friday” scandal in Italy and whether or not Amazon’s involvement in football is he...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 47 – We discussed the weekends results where Man City were held by Newcastle and Liverpool continued their winning streak. We also discussed whether football is just purely a results-based business or whether the style of a team is equally as important. Dot gave his unpopular opinion and the lads dropped their prospects of the week + much more. Twitter: @BujThe...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 46 – We discussed the week’s events with a familiar face making his return to the Premier League. Martin Keown and Peter Crouch gave us brief interviews on the appointment of Josè Mourinho and the dismissal of Pochettino. We dissected all of the PL games and main talking points. Tunj gave his unpopular opinion and we all gave our prospects of the week + much mo...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 45 – We discussed the career of West Ham United Women footballer and German international Julia Simic (@juliasimic). We discussed the progress and development regarding all things women’s football. We were also joined by FA Intermediary Omid. Hedelivered an insight into the day to day role of an agent + much more as we celebrate the Inaugural #WomensFootballWee...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 44 – We discussed this week’s monster matchup between Liverpool and Manchester City. We also caught up with the rest of Super Sunday with Man United taking on Brighton and Wolves taking on Villa in the Birmingham Derby. We were also joined by @mailsport senior football writer Sami Mokbel (@SamiMokbel81_DM) to discuss Saturday’s action and the topical debates. T...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 43 – We discussed the weekend’s events with @TheAthleticUk’s Chelsea FC reporter, Liam Twomey (@liam_twomey). We spoke about another racist incident that surrounded Mario Balotelli. We also discussed the last gasps winners from Man City and Liverpool as well as previewing the massive top of the table clash between the 2 sides. Dot took the lead with the unpopul...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 42 - We discussed the career of Darren Lewis, football writer at the Mirror. We also spoke about how he entered sports journalism and his journey into the field. We spoke about Leicester and whether they can take advantage of the plight of other teams and make top 4. We discussed Emery, Lampard, Solskjaer and Pochettino and who we feel is most likely to make th...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 41 - We discussed the ugly racism scenes that we witnessed in the Haringey Borough FC vs Yeovil Town FC FA cup match, we also spoke to our guest about a piece he wrote on street football. We also discussed the latest round of PL fixtures which was headlined by the United Vs Liverpool game. Spurs continue to slump, City are back on the winning trail. We also pre...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 40 - We discussed Man City’s poor start to the season with @TheAthleticUk Man City football correspondent @SamLee, we also discussed England’s shock defeat against Czech Republic, and rounded up all the international fixtures. We also discussed whether we feel Matthijs de Ligt is a generational talent and added a new feature to the show called “unpopular opinio...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 39 - We discussed the latest round of Premier league fixtures with Duncan Alexander (@oilysailor) from @OptaJoe. We went in depth into how statistical metrics play a major role in the beautiful game. We discussed Man City’s shock defeat to Wolves. We also spoke about Spurs demise + much more. Twitter: @oilysailor @BujTheGooner @LfcNino @Dej_TBG Get involved in...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 38 - We discussed all things football with Football. London senior football writer James Benge. We dissected the MNF fixture between Man Utd and Arsenal. We also had a deep dive into all things Arsenal with James. We discussed the Bernardo Silva racism fiasco as the boys gave their passionate views on the situation. We also rounded up the rest of the weekends a...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 37 - We discussed the latest round of EPL fixtures. We rounded up Super Sunday’s action and also discussed Man City’s 8-0 demolition job of Watford. We discussed the future of Pochettino. The lads also gave their picks for prospect of the week + much more. Twitter: @BujTheGooner @LfcNino @Dej_TBG Get involved in the discussion using the #TBGPOD Twitter: @Podcas...

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 36 - We discussed an interesting round of fixtures in The Premier League, where Man City succumbed to newly promoted Norwich. Liverpool continue their 5 star start to the season, Tottenham get back to basics after routing Palace. Arsenal shoot themselves in the foot after going 2-0 up against Watford and Lampard’s youngsters are showing they are up to the task...