The Counter Press Pod

The Athletic named their Premier League Team of the Season. So Sam ran all eleven picks through PPS (Point Per Shot), the scoring system behind Fantasy Football Super League, to see what the numbers actually say. FFSL Sign Up Join FFSL on Discord

The high-level breakdown of Fantasy Football Super League: fantasy for global football. One draft pool across the big five leagues and beyond, your players year over year, scored on PPS. Recorded late April 2026 (a few league references reflect that moment) but everything about the product is current. Brought to you by FFSL. Join the waitlist + Discord: nocontextnetwork.com/betasignup

Jared and Sam drop their UEFA teams of the season with one stipulation: No Premier League players. Find out who makes the cut! Brought to you by FFSL. Join the waitlist + Discord: nocontextnetwork.com/betasignup

Jared and Sam build their Premier League team of the seasons using the classic 4-4-2 formation. Brought to you by FFSL. Join the waitlist + Discord: nocontextnetwork.com/betasignup

Mere days after progressing to their first Champions League Final since 2006, Arsenal could all but win the Premier League for the first time since the "Invincibles" season in 2003/04. In doing so, they may keep Spurs in the Premier League. Drama = The Run-In, The Run-In = Drama. Join Jared and Sam as they dive into the action! Brought to you by FFSL. Join the waitlist + Discord: nocontextnetwork....

Will Jared & Sam stand on their winter prediciton of Bayern-Atleti? Or does the return of Bukayo Saka and PSG's brilliant performance in Paris coupled with mass rotation change the general consensus of the pod? Brought to you by FFSL. Join the waitlist + Discord: nocontextnetwork.com/betasignup

One of the games greatest rivalries renewed as Liverpool head to Old Trafford, while Arsenal and City continue to battle for the title in matchups with mid-table outfits. Jared and Sam predict matchweek 35, coming off an incredible matchweek 34. The Run-In continues, with storylines galore at every part of the table.

Jared and Sam discuss their UCL Semi-Final picks, as Bayern travel to Paris and Atletico host Arsenal. Brought to you by FFSL. Join the waitlist + Discord: nocontextnetwork.com/betasignup

Matchday 34 is here, and the margins are razor thin. Jared and Sam are back with everything you need ahead of the weekend—quick-fire updates, key storylines, and bold predictions as the table starts to take shape. We break down the headline clash between Arsenal and Newcastle, where title pressure meets European ambition, and spotlight Manchester City's tricky trip to Burnley—a potenti...

A pivotal matchday in the Premier League as The Run-In continues. Sam and Jared share their predictions for who will win these 6 pointers and share any team news you may have missed!

UCL Nights of pure cinema. Part 2

The guys discuss the hottest moments from the action across the league this past weekend. From Spurs dropping points in De Zerbi’s first game at the Stadium of Light, Arsenal losing at home amidst a heated title race, to Rio Ngumoha lighting up Anfield. Let the run-in commence!

The guys share predictions and team news across the Premier League in the first gameweek in what feels like an eternity… bold takes galore.

The Champions League Quarter Finals are here, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. In this episode, we break down the must-watch matchups, where each tie will be won and lost, and the injury concerns that could swing everything. From superstar showdowns to tactical chess matches, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know before kickoff. ⚽️

Jared and Sam run through a packed international break, hitting the biggest storylines from around the football world ⚽️ They start in Europe, where Italy’s issues continue to raise questions after their result against Bosnia, Türkiye gets the job done to qualify, and Poland suffers a brutal late exit thanks to Viktor Gyökeres. Outside UEFA, there’s a quick look at Jamaica’s loss to Congo and Ira...

Jared and Sam are back on The Counter Press Pod breaking down a pivotal Premier League weekend, diving into every matchup and predicting how it all unfolds. From Liverpool’s tricky trip to Brighton to Chelsea’s pressure-packed visit to Everton, they contextualize each pick with form, tactics, and what’s at stake. Plus, can United handle Bournemouth, will Spurs stay on track against Forest, and who...

Jared and Sam break down the latest UEFA Champions League action — with Real Madrid rising to the occasion, Paris Saint-Germain dominating in London, and a thrilling comeback night in Lisbon. Plus, Mohamed Salah looks back to his best, and the guys drop their early Ballon d’Or predictions. ⚽️

Matchweek 30 delivered drama across the Premier League, and the hosts break it all down. From dramatic 6-pointers, to exciting stalemates, this week had everything in between.

On this episode of The Counter Press Pod, Jared and Sam look ahead to a packed Premier League weekend with one eye firmly on the looming Champions League second legs. The guys break down the key fixtures — including Arsenal vs. Everton, Chelsea vs. Newcastle, and Liverpool vs. Tottenham — and discuss which clubs may rotate or manage minutes with Europe just days away. They also dig into the chaos...

On this episode of The Counter Press Pod, Jared and Sam break down the week’s Champions League results and what they actually mean. Who’s in control, who’s hanging on, and which ties are still wide open? They dig into the lineups, tactical shifts, and the expectations heading into next week’s decisive second legs.

Jared and Sam break down their full-season predictions—who lifts the Premier League, who claims the FA Cup and EFL Cup, and which clubs fall short. They also dive into the biggest January transfers, which signings will shape the title race, and which sides are staring down relegation.

Jared and Sam break down the Premier League title race, debating which contenders have the quality, depth, and edge to go all the way. Sharp takes, tactical insight, and a little friendly disagreement—this is The Counter Press Pod on who can actually win it all.

Jared and Sam pull from the very best performers across Europe’s top five leagues to create their team of the season... so far. From the top goal scorers to the defenders and midfielders who quietly dictated games every week, the guys debate who actually deserves a spot — and who just misses out. Expect strong takes, a few disagreements, and plenty of context behind each selection as they build th...

Jared and Sam lock in their World Cup 2026 winner picks, breaking down the teams they believe will lift the trophy and the key reasons why—from tactics and talent to form and faith in their favorites.

Who’s the greatest Premier League winger of all time? In this episode, Jared and Sam go head-to-head on one of the Premier League’s most argued debates. Is it all about end product and trophies—or do flair, influence, big-game moments, and longevity matter just as much? They break down the real criteria for “greatest,” compare the top contenders, and make their final picks. Drop your GOAT winger i...