Old Big Ears

Dimitri and Stefano are back after enjoying all their 2026 World Cup experiences so far in their host city of Vancouver, Canada! They talk about whether their initial predictions for the group stages turned out to be accurate or not, as the stage comes to a close and what teams everyone should look out for in the knockout stages. Please follow us and rate us on Spotify. It really helps!

Dimitri & Niyi start the episode by giving their thoughts on the 2026 Champions League final that took place last weekend. They question whether Arsenal could have pushed for more goals since they were facing a tired PSG, who were having a rare off day, which would have prevented a 50/50 penalty shootout that ultimately ended in the Parisians' favour. They then move on to discussing the mo...

Dimitri starts the episode by giving his thoughts on the final results of the 2025/26 Premier League & Serie A seasons. He then gives his insights and predictions on the 2026 Champions League Final between Arsenal and PSG. Please follow us and rate us on Spotify. It really helps!

Dimitri and Niyi give their thoughts on an unforgettable Champions League semi-final that saw Arsenal reach their first UCL final in 20 years and PSG make back-to-back appearances in the competition. They also talk about Arsenal's final stretch in the Premier League and certain key players for the Gunners who have stepped up and put in career-defining performances to give their club more hope....

Dimitri and Stefano are back again to give their thoughts on the Champions League Tour de Force match of the season thus far between Bayern Munich and PSG. They bring up some controversial talking points in that game and how they could affect the overall outcome of the tie. They also talk about how it might actually be Arsenal's year in the Premier League and the sudden precarious future that...

Dimitri, Stefano and Niyi are back to cover UEFA Champions League semi-final predictions, team analyses, head-to-head histories, and strategic insights into upcoming matches. They talk about Bayern Munich's recent form, aided by key players, most notably Michael Olise, who is showing shades of Arjen Robben. They also talk about PSG's aggressive start and wing-back strength that will likely...

Dimitri and Stefano, along with guest Lade, return to discuss the dismal conditions of London's three largest clubs (Chelsea, Arsenal, and Tottenham), which have turned them into the subject of ridicule in the Premier League and beyond. Will Arsenal finish second for the fourth year in a row? Are Chelsea's days of success already behind them? With only five games left to go, is Tottenham g...

The boys, along with special guest Niyi, are back to share their thoughts on the Champions League quarterfinals so far. Please follow us on Spotify. It really helps!

The boys are back to preview the upcoming quarterfinal games of the Champions League. With some historic matchups, you won't want to miss this episode that gets you ready for all the action! Please follow us on Spotify. It really helps!

The boys are back to review Round of 16 games in the Champions League that were full of unexpected blowouts. However, they do single out standout storylines, including Sporting Lisbon's remontada against Bodo Glimt and Kvara's lethal performance over the two legs of PSG's clash against the current World Champions. Please follow this show on Spotify. It really helps!

The boys are back again to discuss the dramatic comebacks, upsets, and surprising early exits that took place during the Champions League play-offs before making their round of 16 predictions. Please follow this show on Spotify. It really helps!

Dimitri, Stefano along with brothers Niyi and Lade are back in person at their new recording studio to discuss the upcoming Champions League playoffs. Expect to hear their takes on the tense rematch between Benfica and Real Madrid along with how Juventus will defend against a Galatasaray team that is filled with attacking threats. Please follow and rate this show on Spotify. It really helps!

Dimitri & Stefano, along with regular contributor Niyi, are back again this week to deliver you all the drama that unfolded on the final matchday of the UCL league phase. From the "Special One" still doing Special Things to Chelsea's comeback heroics, the panel leave no stone unturned. They also examine the midyear slump of all the elite clubs in the Premier League and discuss wh...

The boys, along with three additional guests, form a five-a-side podcast panel that discusses the crazy first few weeks of everything football-related in 2026! They analyze the current UCL league phase table, discussing how teams like Arsenal will progress in the tournament and whether the Premier League title has already been decided. Stefano also dives deep into the cutthroat Seria A table that...

Dive into December's football frenzy with the Old Big Ears Panel as we explore the Premier League, Serie A and Champions League's most captivating moments. From dramatic comebacks to strategic masterclasses, this episode offers a detailed analysis of the matches that have defined the month. Perfect for fans eager to catch up on all the action.

Stefano and special guest Justin do a deep dive into the thrilling world of the MLS playoffs. Discover how Inter Miami dominated New York City and what it means for Messi's first MLS Cup final. Plus, explore Vancouver Whitecaps' impressive journey to the final and the strategies that could lead them to victory. Stefano and Justin also provide crucial updates on the 2 best leagues in the wo...

In this episode of the Old Big Ears Podcast, host Dimitri Geissler welcomes back Stefano from his trip to the Philippines, just in time for a lively discussion on the latest in football. The team dives into the thrilling MLS weekend, including the Vancouver Whitecaps' historic victory over LAFC, and previews upcoming Premier League and Champions League matches. With insights on Chelsea's f...

Dimitri is back with Niyi again to discuss the dramatic results of the most recent matchday of the Premier League, along with discussing how promising national teams such as Italy and Nigeria have yet to qualify for this summer's World Cup and have reached a point of feast or famine in their upcoming matches. They then end the episode talking about Messi's heroics with Inter Miami in a cru...

Dimitri and fellow Chelsea fan Niyi analyze the upcoming standout matchday 4 fixtures in the UCL, including Bayern Munich vs PSG and Real Madrid vs Liverpool. They also discuss how these teams could fare for the rest of the season. The team also discusses how Chelsea can continue to win big games in November without the likes of Cole Palmer.

Dimitri and Stefano recap matchday 2 of the Champions League before going into detail about the potential that the Vancouver Whitecaps have to possibly win it all this season with the likes of in-form Thomas Müller and Ryan Gauld who has come back from injury after beating Orlando City on the road. They also talk about how their countries Switzerland and Italy have been doing in their world cup qu...

We have reached a quarter of a century of podcast episodes! Dimitri and Stefano are excited to discuss the upcoming Champions League matchday, where they talk about the return of Jose Mourinho in top-flight European football, along with the thrilling matchup between PSG and Barcelona. They also discuss how Chelsea and Juventus are performing in their domestic leagues and what they need to do to ge...

Dimitri and Stefano are back again to do an episode full of hot takes and opinions, and special guest Justin Chow makes a brief cameo as well! Some topics they discuss include how Juventus are having an identity crisis with their strikers, along with whether it might be time for longtime club manager Diego Simeone to say goodbye to his beloved Athletico Madrid. They also go over some standout resu...

Dimitri is back again to preview the upcoming UEFA Champions League matchday 1 games. He lists the must watch games along with what players to look out for. He also lists the key facts and stats of these important fixtures.

After a busy and brief summer break the boys are back and they could not be more exited! They venture into new soccer worlds as they discuss the impact of Thomas Mullers signing to the Vancouver Whitecaps and how he will influence the team for the remainder of the season. They also discuss the crazy summer transfer market signings along with giving their opinions on the latest news and drama regar...

Well, this is it. The panel has released their final episode of the 2024/25 season. What a ride it has been starting from a new league phase format in the champions league to a 5-0 shutout in the final. This episode is a special two in one coverage. The first half goes over what is arguably the most entertaining champions league semi final of all time leading up to the final. The second part is ab...