On The Continent - A European Football Podcast

French football has finally agreed a new TV deal, just one month before the start of the new season. But what does it all mean? Today, Andy is joined by Jonathan Johnson to explain the new deal and how things got so desperate for French football. JJ also outlines why this might not be the end of French football’s financial issues, and how French clubs might still be forced to sell their best playe...

What’s the biggest news you might have missed during Euro 2024? Dotun, Andy and Lars are here to catch you on all the summer happenings across the continent! Plus, will Álvaro Morata be a good fit at AC Milan? What’s been the reaction to Marseille signing Mason Greenwood? And what can Man United fans expect from their new man, Joshua Zirkzee?  Join us for all that and more! Ask us a question...

As we gear up for the return of domestic football, some of Europe’s top clubs are undergoing a summer rebuild. Today, Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen are here to explain why Thiago Motta’s main job at Juventus will be to achieve one thing: lose the title of "the Italian Manchester United”. Speaking of imitations, Andy explains how Dortmund are doing their best Bayern impression by signing a collect...

Have we just witnessed the start of the next great Spanish football dynasty? Today, Dotun, Andy and David Cartlidge are here to unpick how Spain won Euro 2024 by playing the best football at the tournament. Even if it wasn’t typically Spanish at times. Elsewhere, David and Andy also take a moment to commend the Basque core which was such an important part of Spain's success – and the panel reflect...

With just days until the Euro 2024 champions are crowned Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini answer your questions about the biggest game of the year. Have Spain peaked a little too soon? Or have they saved a masterclass for the biggest stage? We also look back over the Euros more broadly, Türkiye take on Georgia to decide the tournament’s biggest overachievers, and we wonder if Italy’s Riccardo Calafio...

Our Euro 2024 final has been decided: Spain vs England. How did we get here and what should we expect? Today, Nicky Bandini explains to Dotun and Andy how she’s been impressed by Spain’s ability to win different types of matches. And what about England’s chances? Andy outlines how Bukayo Saka could be absolutely crucial in Sunday’s final. Plus, Didier Deschamps is staying in charge of France, but...

England and France were both favourites coming into the Euros and have both been heavily criticised for their underwhelming performances. What’s the difference between the two teams? Didier Deschamps and co simply could not care less. Today, Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen are here to explain why France are completely unfazed by public opinion. Elsewhere, Lars declares it’s officially big man summe...

How did Portugal react to Cristiano Ronaldo’s tears? We know what Arda Güler and Lamine Yamal are all about at international level right now – but what does the future look like for them at their clubs? Should we be surprised that Turkey and Switzerland have done so well? And is this year’s Euros proof that a single-host competition is ALWAYS the best way to go? Dotun and Andy are joined by David...

We’re getting to the business end of Euro 2024! Today, Dotun, Andy and David Cartlidge debate who will come out on top in the first quarter-final: Spain or Germany. Elsewhere, Andy and David explain why Didier Deschamps’ handling of Antoine Griezmann could be the key reason why France have struggled so far at Euro 2024. Plus, why it might be too early to get excited about the Netherlands – even af...

Spain put on a dazzling display last night against favourite OTC hipster pick Georgia. Two players dazzled particularly – Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal. Dotun, Andy and Nicky discuss how Spain are thriving with that extra dynamism. Can they be stopped? Plus, while Nico Williams and his club are closer than ever, despite rumours of a transfer circling, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has a rather different...

With the group stages finished up Dotun, Andy and Jonathan Johnson are here to answer all of your burning questions! We wonder if Germany and Spain have tidied up their pre-tournament issues, give Georgia their deserved flowers and settle on a few young stars who may have earned themselves a move after some exceptional performances. Plus, we rank the various clashes of cuisine we’ve seen thus far!...

Dotun, Andy and Jonathan Johnson take stock of the biggest stories that have emerged from the group stages thus far. We hear about the pressure on Didier Deschamps back home and wonder how the varying form of Antoine Griezmann, Ousmane Dembélé and Kylian Mbappé could save - or sink - their ship. Elsewhere, Belgium scrape through amid plenty of fan discontent and we give you the lowdown on why Aust...

Germany have topped their group… just. Today, David Cartlidge explains to Dotun and Andy how other teams can take inspiration from Switzerland when playing Germany in the knockout rounds. Elsewhere, Didier Deschamps has been accused of being cowardly. Andy and David debate whether that is fair or whether 'pragmatic' would be a more appropriate label. Plus, is Cristiano Ronaldo just a glorified Tro...

Spain 1 - 0 Italy… doesn’t really do it justice, does it? Today, Andy and David Cartlidge are here to react to an eye-catching performance from Spain. All they needed was a couple more goals. Elsewhere, David makes the case for why Spain has the best midfield in the tournament. Plus, Andy and David analyse where this result and performance leaves Italy ahead of their decisive final group game agai...

Things are hotting up in Germany, but are the home fans starting to believe? Today, Archie Rhind-Tutt tells Dotun and Andy how the German fans are starting to feel optimistic about their team's chances, even if they’re not making as much noise as the Scotland fans just yet. Elsewhere, Archie and Andy explain how Croatia’s midfield is starting to resemble an OTC 5-aside team. Plus, who will replace...

When it comes to winning a major tournament, how important are vibes? Today Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini are here to explain how Germany’s recent improvements could be down to Julian Nagelsmann simply getting the atmosphere right in the Germany camp. Elsewhere, they try to make sense of the Netherlands' defensive frailties, despite having some of the best defenders in the competition on paper. Pl...

As we get ready for Euro 2024 Dotun, Andy and   Lars Sivertsen are here to answer all of your questions ahead of the tournament.   Who is going to be the breakout star? Can Scotland get out of their group? What countries are on the verge of a golden generation? And what country wins the food European Championships? Listen to find out! Ask us a question on  Twitter ,  Instagram...

We’re finally here! Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen are here with everything you need to know about the most intriguing teams and players across the continent vying for Euros glory! We wonder if France are now the firm favourites, work out whether Germany and/or Spain can convert promising recent signs into legitimate progress and run through some of the most exciting players who are set to light u...

"Rhythm Is a Dancer, is Nagelsmann’s the answer?" That’s the question that Dotun and Andy are asking Archie Rhind-Tutt on our final Euro 2024 preview. Today, Archie is here to offer insight into how Germany are preparing to host Europe’s elite both on and off the field and whether tournament Germany will really turn up this time around. Plus, Archie shares where fans can get a kebab at 4am if they...

Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Rafael Leão, João Félix, João Palhinha, Rúben Dias… These are just some of the players in the Portugal squad. Are people underestimating them? T oday, Miguel Pereira joins Andy and David Cartlidge to share some insight into what to expect from Portugal at Euro 2024. Miguel explains how the team have evolved towards a Spanish style of play under Roberto Martinez and...

Belgium are the perennial tournament dark horses of the modern era. But, as their golden generation starts to fade away, how are the Red Devil’s shaping up ahead of Euro 2024? Today, Dotun and Andy are joined by Belgian football expert Kristof Terreur, who explains why optimism is low in the country despite a recent upturn in form under Domenico Tedesco. Kristof also explains the real reason why T...

As the curtain falls on continental club football for another season, Dotun, Andy and Jonathan Johnson tackle some of your burning questions about various players and managers moving on to pastures new. We ask how PSG can maintain their global appeal without Kylian Mbappé, wonder if Benjamin Šeško is the hottest striker on the market this summer and the Serie A coaching ranks get shaken up again!...

After two years of speculation, Kylian Mbappé has finally got his move to Real Madrid! But before that, he has the pressing issue of Euro 2024. Today, Dotun and Andy are joined by Johnathan Johnson who explains how Mbappé’s slightly disjointed end to the season might actually help France in the long run. Elsewhere, Antonio Conte has taken over at Napoli. Will it work and which of his star players...

Romania shocked everyone by qualifying for Euro 2024 without losing a single game! On today’s Euros preview, Romanian Football journalist Emanuel Roşu joins Andy to explain how manager Edward Iordănescu turned an “average” group of players from “underachievers to overachievers”. Elsewhere, Emi tells Andy why Romanian fans have VERY high expectations going into the tournament. Plus, which player is...

Ahead of Euro 2024, OTC will be releasing a series of episodes where we speak to the experts and bring you some fascinating insight into some of the teams you should be keeping an eye on during this summers tournament. First up, Dotun and Andy are joined by British Ukrainian Sports Journalist and founder of Zorya Londonsk, Andrew Todos, to find out how Ukraine made it to the finals and what we sho...