The Barcelona Podcast

On episode 758, Barcelona legends eventually leave, but not all of them win MLS Cup together. Lionel Messi is still the king as he waves his amigos in Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba off into retirement. Luis Suarez was on the bench and Javier Mascherano was on the touchline. New Store! - HERE Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you want to...

On episode 757, Barcelona delivered one of their most entertaining performances of the season in a wild 5-3 win over Real Betis. Lamine Yamal played a new position, Ferran Torres scored a hat trick, Roony Bardghji grabbed his first Barça's goal, and Real Betis made the game interesting late. New Store! - HERE Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and...

On episode 756, Barcelona finally earned that first big win of the season, beating Atletico Madrid 3-1 at the Camp Nou. This was a must-win for Hansi Flick, and his team executed despite conceding first. Raphinha led with spirit, Lewandowski missed a penalty, and Gerard Martin continues to give Culers something to think about. New Store! - HERE Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on...

On episode 755, Atlético Madrid is on a hot streak and Barcelona has been good at home. Those factors highlight a match that should live up to the billing at the top of the La Liga table. Diego Simeone's tactics have changed and he's got a lot of options. It's time to talk tactics, line-ups, X-factors, and much more! New Store! - HERE Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Pod...

On episode 754, Barcelona started with a shock, but settled down and took it to Alaves 3-1 on the club's 126th birthday. Powered by a Dani Olmo brace and a surprising showing from Gerard Martin, plus excellence from Raphinha and Joan Garcia, Hansi Flick finished an exhausting week with a win. New Store! - HERE Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify an...

On episode 753, Barcelona's trip to Stamford Bridge turned into a nightmare. From the Ferran Torres miss, Kounde's own goal, and Ronald Araujo's red card, this match was lost in both the details and the big moments. But is this a system problem or just individual mistakes? New Store! - HERE Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you want to su...

On episode 752, a match-up loaded with history, pressure, and two clubs trying to rediscover who they are at their best. Barcelona and Chelsea are both in second place in their respective leagues and they are renewing a rivalry that's seen some iconic moments over the years. Hansi Flick may have uncovered some new wrinkles against Athletic Club, and Marc Cucurella will be the center of Enzo Maresc...

On episode 751, after more than two years away, Barcelona returned home to the Camp Nou for a match that was almost worth the wait. Hansi Flick nailed his tactical approach, Fermin Lopez and Eric Garcia competed for the Man of the Match, and Lamine Yamal gave the fans something to cheer about. Plus Ferran Torres scored a brace, and much more! New Store! - HERE Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord s...

On a huge episode 750, Dan analyzes how Barcelona's future depends on more than just La Masia. Plus, with the return to the Camp Nou, the club might soon be able to finally look at the market again. La Masia is the best academy in the world, but are there talents around the world who should also be on Barça's radar? With strikers like Thomás de Martis and Mikkel Bro Hansen, elite creators like Gil...

On episode 749, Dan joins Omar Talks Football (  ⁨@OmarTalksFootball96⁩  ) to talk about the return of Raphinha and Joan Garcia. They discuss some expectations for the upcoming schedule, the return to the Camp Nou, Lamine Yamal and the Spanish media, Joan Laporta vs. Victor Font Round 2, and much more! Rundown Intro and Bad Vibes Raphinha and Joan Garcia to Return Questions for Hansi Flick Expecta...

On episode 748, it's never a boring week for Culers. Lamine Yamal is stuck in a tug of war between club and country, a bit of good news concerning Pedri, and the Barça Femení with a huge week. Plus Marc Bernal's international break, a new kit leak, and a Messi statue on the horizon? Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you want to support th...

On episode 747, Dan and Barsalev discuss the current state of Hansi Flick's project. They talk the impact of injuries, the contributions of Marcus Rashford and some of the young talents, the versatility of Eric Garcia, Messi's return to the Camp Nou, and much more! Rundown What injury has hurt the most? Lamine Yamal's Performance Rashford's Contribution Who Has Earned the Backline Spots? Young Pla...

On episode 746, Barcelona finally beat Celta de Vigo away from home, and they needed every bit of brilliance from Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal to do it. Barça now control their own destiny in La Liga, sitting within touching distance of Real Madrid after they dropped points at Rayo. But Flick still has lessons to learn, especially with Pedri out, Casado injured, and de Jong suspended for the next...

On episode 745, Lamine Yamal was brilliant but Culers were treated to a rollercoaster of the highest order. Club Brugge repeatedly exposed Barcelona on counters, continuing to sound the alarm bells for Flick's flawed system. Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you want to support the show, head over to Patreon for more content! Become a  Pa...

On episode 744, after the win against Elche, it's back to Europe for Barcelona to meet Club Brugge. They play a very different style as Elche and present their own challenges. Does Hansi Flick have a chance to rotate? Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you want to support the show, head over to Patreon for more content! Become a  Patreon  ...

On episode 743, Barcelona didn't play beautiful football, but they did get the job done against an under-appreciated Elche side. Lamine Yamal silenced the doubters and Barça punished Elche's mistakes, but the defensive lapses still got exposed by an unafraid opponent.  Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you want to support the show, head o...

On episode 742, Dom helps break down the aftermath of El Clásico and how Xabi Alonso figured out Hansi Flick. Lamine Yamal drama and fitness is the big takeaway, but are there other solutions that Flick needs to try? Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you want to support the show, head over to Patreon for more content! Become a  Patreon  t...

On episode 741, Barcelona fall 2-1 to Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu - but was it a step forward or another warning sign for Hansi Flick's project? This match had it all. Controversy, emotion, and tactical intrigue. Is Flick's Barcelona growing through pain, or falling behind Alonso's vision? Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you wa...

On episode 740, Hansi Flick has some line-up choices to make for El Clásico. Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid does have some weaknesses, but so does the Blaugrana. Which team has the advantage? Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you want to support the show, head over to Patreon for more content! Become a  Patreon  to support the show and check o...

On episode 739, Jack Holmes from The Football Weekend helps to preview El Clásico. They talk about the cancellation of the Villarreal in Miami match, the fitness of the biggest stars, the evolution of the game, and much more! Rundown:  Villarreal Miami Match Cancelled Big Picture and High Line Fitness, Lamine Yamal, and Rashford Manager Choices Evolution of the Game Watchalongs - HERE Join the Dis...

On episode 737, hat trick hero Fermin Lopez stole the spotlight against an unlucky Olympiacos in Barcelona's 6-1 Champions League victory. Marcus Rashford showed some rutheless finishing and Dro Fernandez impressed, but what does this match mean ahead of El Clasico? Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you want to support the show, head over...

On episode 737, Barcelona look to get back on track in the Champions League against Olympiacos. But with injuries and a clear plan from their opponents, it's anything but straightforward. How should Hansi Flick set his line-up? Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you want to support the show, head over to Patreon for more content! Become a ...

On episode 736, Barcelona’s 2-1 win over Girona felt like one of those classic chaotic Barça comebacks - ugly, emotional, and somehow effective. Ronald Araujo as the striker scored the stoppage time winner and Barça recovered from complete disorganization. Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you want to support the show, head over to Patreo...

On episode 735, with this very likely being Robert Lewandowski's final season at Barcelona, the club must already be hard at work on his replacement. There are different scenarios that could play out, including a best-case scenario of Erling Haaland and a worst-case scenario where there is no new name. Who should be the answer?  Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts...

On episode 734, Mexican talent Gilberto Mora is being linked to every major club around Europe, including Barcelona. He's drawing comparisons to Pedri, but are those valid? Any transfer would be a challenge for Barça and he could block La Masia players, so should the Catalans be in the market for him? Watchalongs - HERE Join the Discord server! Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you...