The Five Reasons Football Podcast

Who should actually win the Ballon d'or? Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham or Vinicius Junior? Manchester City's Rodri? Listen to find out. Enjoy!

Now that the Euro 2024 is over, it's only natural I give out the awards. Team of the Tournament, Young Player of the Tournament, Player of the Tournament. Enjoy!

In this episode, I did a review of the Euro 2024 Quarter Finals and also did a little preview of the Semi Finals.

In every international tournament, there is always at least one breakout star or a player whose stock has gone up. More time than not, these players end up getting big moves to other clubs. Who are the players in Euro 2024? Listen to find out

In this episode, I did a round two review of the ongoing Euros tournament in Germany, and what England can do to make sure they don't underachieve. Enjoy!

In this episode, I did a review of some round one games we've seen at the EUROs. Like Germany vs Scotland and Hungary vs Switzerland. Enjoy!

The 2024 European Championship is just a few days away, and a lot of people have their favorites, flops, and dark horses. However, I took a different route for this episode. Click the link to find out the top five teams in this years EUROs.

In this episode, I gave some backstory into Liverpool's new head coach Arne Slot and what Liverpool fans can expect from him. Enjoy!

We already know the most likely replacement for Mauricio Pochettino at Chelsea (Enzo Maresca) but who are the most likely replacements for Manchester United and Brighton? Listen to find out.

In this episode, I ranked the top five players around the big leagues in Europe (like the Premier League, La Liga, Serie a) that will be available as free agents this summer.

In this episode, I did a recap of Manchester United's season and the issues that need to be addressed. Enjoy!

Almost every season and all around the world of football (or soccer), there is always at least one team that is pushing above their weight and heading for dreamland. In this episode, I ranked the top five fairytale teams.

In this episode, I had my own Premier League award show. Discussing about the likely winners of the PFA young player of the year, PFA player of the year, and more. Enjoy!

In this episode, I discussed the million dollar question. What is the problem with Chelsea? Is it the owners, the manager, or the players. Click play to find out!

In this episode, I did a round up of all the sublime scenes we witnessed in the EPL over the weekend. From Newcastle dismantling Spurs to shocking defeats for Arsenal and Liverpool at home.

Bayern Munich have had a horrendous season so far. They are out of the DFB Pokal and are 16 points behind league leaders Bayer Leverkusen. They only have the Champions League left. Listen to the episode to find out why it may not necessarily get better for them.

With the possibility of Mo Salah leaving Liverpool very soon (as well as some other reasons you can find in the episode), it would make a lot of sense for Liverpool to sign one of the best young players in the world in Jamal Musiala.

In this episode, I had my very first guest and we discussed a range of topics. From Todd Boehly's tenure at Chelsea to the Premier League title race to Liverpool's next manager. Tune in!

In this episode, I took a break from the drama at the top of the EPL table to look at the drama at the bottom of table. There are a number of teams that are fighting not to be the 3rd team to get relegated as it seems like Burnley and Sheffield might be gone.

In his first full year as Barcelona head coach, Xavi won the Spanish Super Cup and the La Liga. Yet, because this season hasn't gone according to plan, he has decided to step aside come end of season. Is this a rash decision?

Chelsea are unfortunately known for losing out on talent they once had. Kevin De Bruyne and Mo Salah are prime examples. In this episode, I take a look at the top five academy players Chelsea have lost over the last five years.

There has been a lot of talk about Xabi Alonso replacing Klopp at Liverpool or Tuchel at Bayern at the end of the season. However, in this episode, I discussed why he should not leave Bayer Leverkusen...at least not yet.

With Kylian Mbappe potentially joining Real Madrid, you get the feeling that Madrid are going to become the most dominant side in the world alongside Manchester City. And the biggest losers in this potential move are Barcelona. Listen to find out why Barcelona are in trouble.

After the disappointment of the African Cup of Nations final, I discussed the potential of the Nigerian team going forward. As there are still some important games coming up, like the world cup qualifiers.

In this episode, I analyzed Nigeria and South Africa's African Cup of Nations semi final match up and the potential for the Super Eagles to go all the way.