Semi-Informed Football

In this episode of Semi-Informed Football, Marko is joined by Matteo and Mark to tackle the most volatile job in the sport: football management. From Ange Postecoglou’s shock dismissal to Ruben Amorim’s shaky ground at Manchester United, the trio debates when it’s fair to sack a coach - and when it’s just panic in disguise. They break down how coaching truly shapes the game, spotlight famous fair...

Marko sits down with Matteo and Mark to unpack Ousmane Dembele’s surprise Ballon d’Or win. We explain exactly how the Ballon d’Or is chosen, debate whether Dembele truly deserved football’s biggest individual prize, and trade our favourite Ballon d’Or stories (snubs for Ribery, Lewandowski, and Maldini). Expect sharp takes, historical context, and plenty of passionate argument—perfect for fans who...

In this episode of Semi-Informed Football, host Marko is joined by Matteo and Mark to dissect the current state of the beautiful game. They kick off with the international break - Germany’s shock loss, Italy’s meltdown, and Ecuador’s rise as a true dark horse. Then it’s back to club football, where derbies and big matchups delivered drama: Liverpool’s gritty win, Barcelona’s six-goal statement, an...

Join Marko, Mark and Matteo as they unpack the final frenzy of Europe’s summer transfer window. From Marcus Rashford’s headline-making loan to Barcelona and the ripple of dressing-room tension, to Marc-André ter Stegen possibly losing his captaincy amid financial wrangling, this episode dives into the human side of high-stakes deals. They react live to Darwin Núñez’s blockbuster Al-Hilal sale, Har...

In Part Two of our summer transfer special, Semi Informed Football dives into how Europe’s biggest clubs are stacking their squads ahead of the new season. Host Marko kicks off the episode with a deep look at Chelsea's evolving lineup, joined by Matteo and Mark to explore how other top teams are reinforcing with fresh talent. From Juventus and Real Madrid to Chelsea and Liverpool, the trio breaks...

TBA To contact us reach out to semiinformedfootball@gmail.com Follow us on X at @SemiFooty

On the eve of inaugural and EXPANDED edition of the FIFA Club World Cup of Football, Marko, Mark, and Matteo break down the surprising (to some) win Chelsea had over Paris Saint-Germain. They'll look at the game and standout performances as well as highlights, key games, and and even the necessity of the tournament. Listen in as we keep you semi-informed ... To contact us reach out to semiinformed...

In this episode of Semi Informed Football, Marko and Mark debate FIFA’s expanded Club World Cup ... are we witnessing a thrilling intercontinental clash or just Infantino’s latest money-making scheme? They then break down the CONCACAF Gold Cup craziness, from Canada’s heartbreaking shoot-out exit to the U.S.' tactical experiments. Next up, they unpack Europe’s transfer whirlwind, from Liverpool’s...

Portugal mounted a masterclass campaign that saw them dominate from the group stage right through to the knockout rounds. In the group stages, they managed a series of disciplined performances—balancing solid defensive organization with swift, decisive counterattacks—to top their group and secure an ideal route into the knockout phase. Along the way, they faced competitive opponents who tested the...

Join Marko and Mark as they break down the hype and intricacies ahead of the epic Champions League final between Inter Milan and PSG. In this action-packed episode of Semi Informed Football, the duo share insider betting odds, examine team strengths, and deliver their bold predictions to get you fired up for one of football’s biggest nights. To contact us reach out to semiinformedfootball@gmail.co...

The biggest stage in European football is set for its final act before the grand showdown—who will rise, and who will fall? In this episode of Semi-Informed Football, we break down the second-leg semi-finals with everything you need to know: team form, key players, tactical battles, and the undeniable impact of home-field advantage. Can Barcelona survive in Milan? Will Arsenal pull off the impossi...

It’s all drama and dominance on this episode of the Semi-Informed Football Show! Marko, Mark, and Matteo break down Barcelona’s fiery Copa del Rey victory over Real Madrid, complete with red cards, last-minute goals, and tactical chaos. Then, we shift to Liverpool’s incredible Premier League-winning season, exploring the impact of their new coach, standout performances, and what’s next for the Red...

(00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:59) - Inter Milan vs Bayern Munich leg one - a game of strategy and tactics (00:03:59) - Inter Milan shows their defensive solidity (00:07:33) - What about Bayern's injuries? (00:08:55) - Predictions for the second leg tie (00:10:55) - Fiorentina and Lazio in the Europa League (00:14:05) - A look at the Serie A table (00:16:35) - Can Victor Osimhen ever go home aga...

(00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:42) - The Final 8 Teams - How did they get here? How do they look? (00:17:05) - The Games - what are our predictions for the first leg? Check us out on YouTube too: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgeH7Tmp_up9YJc7UuL8bVtafNd7u2qKh A special shout out to Feedspot for featuring us on their daily newsletter! https://www.feedspot.com/products Enjoy the quarter f...

(00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:56) - What is the Canadian Premiere League (CPL)? (00:02:15) - What makes the CPL special? (00:02:43) - Why does the CPL matter? (00:03:15) - What about the standout players from the CPL? (00:04:24) - The CPL and it's plan for growth     Image courtesy of thanineech https://www.vecteezy.com/photo/2923049-soccer-ball-with-flag-of-canada-on-green-grass-background To...

Marko and Ross give their reactions from the second leg draw and aggregate win for Germany over Italy, looking into the squad, Spalletti's strategy, and how their qualifying campaign may play out. Also - a huge shout out to Feedspot for featuring not only Semi-Informed Football but many other great European Football podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/   To contact us reach out to semiinformed...

Marko takes a look at his favourite national team matchup as Italy welcome Germany to San Siro Stadium for a football dream Nation's League Quarter Final first leg game. This matchup always invites drama and excitement. Listen in as Marko discusses the implcations in the Nations League, the historic clashes of these great teams, key battles to watch, and finally ... a prediction. Who wins? Gli Azz...

Starting off the 2024/2025 Champion's League Competition with five teams, Inter, AC Milan, Juventus, Atalanta, and Bologna, chances are that one of the teams may just go deep. Unfortunately, only one team Inter FC remains. What happened? Marko and Christian look into the story behind the campaign. To contact us reach out to semiinformedfootball@gmail.com Follow us on X at @SemiFooty

Was their drama in the Champions League in the first leg of the round of 16, or did it play out the way many expected? Join Marko, Matteo, and Mark as they discuss the games, adjacent stories, and give their "hot take" on the second leg! To contact us reach out to semiinformedfootball@gmail.com Follow us on X at @SemiFooty

Ahead of the AC Milan-Inter Milan derby, in this episode of Semi-Informed Football, host Marko is joined by AC Milan superfan Rob to break down the club's current state. Despite Milan's rich history and recent Supercoppa Italia triumph, challenges remain both on and off the pitch. From squad depth concerns to the handling of club legends like Andrea Pirlo, they debate whether the Rossoneri are on...

Mark and Matteo discuss the first half surprises and disappointments of both teams and players in European Football, and make predictions for the second half of the season. To contact us reach out to semiinformedfootball@gmail.com Follow us on X at @SemiFooty

Marko, Mark, and Matteo reunite to discuss the implosion of Manchester City, injury issues at Arsenal, and Barcelona seemingly falling off the rails. Listen in over the Holidays! To contact us reach out to semiinformedfootball@gmail.com Follow us on X at @SemiFooty

In this episode, Marko welcomes newcomer Christian to the show to talk about the Serie A season so far; who are the surprises and who are the duds. To contact us reach out to semiinformedfootball@gmail.com Follow us on X at @SemiFooty

Marko welcomes special guest Luigi, a self-proclaimed die-hard fan of the Juventus Football Club in Serie A, to speak about the intense history and then current status of the club. Is Luigi optimistic or pessimistic for near-term and future success? To contact us reach out to semiinformedfootball@gmail.com Follow us on X at @SemiFooty

Marko and Mark chat about the definitive win Liverpool had over Man City in the EPL this week to vault them into a clear lead. Also they discuss Pep Guardiola's legacy, the Bundesliga table, and a tight race in Serie A. Music by Vitaliy Levkin from Pixabay To contact us reach out to semiinformedfootball@gmail.com Follow us on X at @SemiFooty