The Supersubs

The saying goes “defense wins you championships”, but the Supersubs’ clubs apparently have not taken this to heart. While there are signs of promise for both clubs, the Supersubs know a dream without a defense is only a wish. Listen in to hear where the defenses of their clubs need to improve on this week’s episode. Ruben Amorim, Ronald Araujo, & Lamine Yamal are the Supersubs of the Week. Utd...

In a rare show of form, Manchester United have continued their unbeaten streak as Barcelona starts one of their own. Will these winning ways continue, or will one or both of The Supersubs' teams crumble back to losing ways? Here about the other hot and unbeaten teams around Europe on this week's podcast. Class-amigo, Mitchell Moore, and Miguel Roman Gonzalez for Celta Vigo are the Supers...

This weekend, rivals clashed, fights broke out, and taunts were made. Paul's Barcelona faced off with Real Madrid, while Andy's Man United tried to stop Brighton from winning 4 in a row at Old Trafford. Hear all about their triumphs and sorrows on this week's episode. Mattia Felici, Lyle Foster, and Dúbravka earn Supersub of the Week. The Premier League, Vinicius, and lack of VAR co...

The wheel of fortune turns quickly, and now both Paul's and Andy’s teams are on the way up! Thrilling late victories against old enemies have these clubs feeling confident again, and they’ll need all of it as they head into some tough fixtures. Listen in on how the Supersubs are feeling in this episode! Harry Maguire and Ronald Araujo are the Supersubs of the Week. Arne Slot, Hansi Flick, Not...

On a rare international break podcast, the Supersubs put down their pens and put on their boxing gloves to duke it out to see who is the greatest manager of all time. Tune in this week to hear the stats, arguments, and if Andy and Paul get heated with each other. Do you agree with their assessments of the GOAT?

The script has flipped and now it is Barca who are on the outs. Two defeats in a row has Paul concerned while a comfortable win against Sunderland gives Andy a reprieve from all the media buzz. The two talk about their changing fortunes and what is happening to World Cup ticket prices on this week’s episode. Aldo Florenzi of Cosenza and Renato Veiga for Villareal earn Supersub of the Week. World C...

The Supersubs reflect on a rough week for their clubs, albeit for different reasons. Barca are dealt a cruel blow with the injury bug hitting Barca early, whereas United’s slump has sent the media into a frenzy calling for Amorim’s job. Do the Supersubs think this year is shaping up to be a repeat of last season? Find out on this week’s episode. Kroupi and Yamal are the Supersubs of the Week. The...

After a mini hiatus, the Supersubs return to discuss league fixtures and European play. Tune in to hear about the resurgence of Marcus Rashford, the answering of Man United's prayers, a huge Champions League upset, and one of the best halves of football ever seen. Andrey Santos, Jorgensen, Rashford, and Kaschuk for Qarabag earn Supersub of the Week. The Ballon d'Or robbery (McTominay for...

As the Supersubs’s clubs get to week three of the season, they hit a stumbling block. These two giants of clubs get out-hustled early in the season, which begs the question: how can that happen? The Supersubs dive into that question on this episode. Wilson Isidor and Borja Iglesias are the Supersubs of the Week. The media circus around United and Barcelona’s effort are the Superduds of the Week.

In week 2 of the European soccer season, both Paul and Andy’s clubs get their weaknesses exposed. While Barca is able to bounce back, United hold onto an away draw. What does this mean so early in a season? Tune in to find out more. Ngumoha, Hansi Flick, & Tottenham earn Supersub of the Week. Gordon, Filippo Mane, & Levante "earn" Superdud of the Week. 

Barca and United kicked off action in European soccer after positive off seasons. While they both started brightly, their performances and results did not line up. Who was the happier of the two Supersubs? Listen to this week's podcast to find out. Stretford End & Pere Milla are the Supersubs of the Week. Jadon Sancho & ESPN's broadcast are the Superduds of the Week.

As the Supersubs recount their clubs' preseason campaigns, optimism abounds. Andy, buoyed by his first ever glimpse of United up close, finds a spirited group ready to fight in the Premier League while Paul sees an offense in Barca gearing up for Champions League glory. Judge their assessments and what is making them so optimistic in this week’s podcast. United for giving De Gea a standing ov...

The preseason kicks off for the Supersubs, and they have a lot to be excited about with new transfers coming in. In the first time in the podcast’s history, a player is being transferred between the two clubs. Does one sub have more animosity towards the other now, or is this a win-win? Tune in to hear how the subs are feeling. England’s women’s team, Roony Bardghji, and Dro Fernandez earn Supersu...

The Supersubs reflect on the impact the late Diogo Jota left on the world. In the midst of the swirling news climate that is the transfer window, the hosts take time to see the greater picture of what a player and sports can do for the world. LFC terminating a contract & Cole Palmer are the Supersubs of the Week. Donald Trump, Ousmane Dembele, and Real Madrid are the Superduds of the Week.

With the club World Cup making a mess of itself, the Supersubs focus on the future, and that means transfers. Barca have been busy, and Paul is getting excited. Andy’s United are less busy, but appear to be making progress. Find out why both Supersubs have reason for optimism on this week’s pod.

After an exciting run by Spain in the Nation’s League was ended by Portugal, the stage is set for the Ballon d’Or. While it’s a few months away, the Supersubs are eager to place their bets on who will get football’s most coveted individual prize. Hear their thoughts on who should be the next winner on this podcast.

The Parisians are victorious and their victory ends the seemingly nonstop European club football season. Now is the time for clubs to take stock and build. Both the Supersubs’s clubs have huge stakes this upcoming transfer window, so tune in to hear what the Supersubs think their teams need to address so they don’t become the Dallas Cowboys of Soccer. Luis Enrique and Wolves are the Supersubs of t...

Barcelona & Napoli bust out the champagne to celebrate their titles now that they've officially won La Liga & Serie A. It’s a bust for United too, as they fall into their worst premier league position ever & lose in the Europa League final. Hear the fallout on this week’s episode. Jacob Ondrejka for Parma, Son for Tottenham, & the Napoli fans earn Supersub of the Week. Manches...

This week was a first for many, including Hansi Flick's first league title with Barca and Crystal Palace's first ever major trophy. While The Supersubs reflect on these important firsts, Andy hopes for United's first trophy of the season. Pedro and the Barca fans turning out for the parade celibrations are the Supersubs of the Week. Manchester City, Ajax, and Ferran Torres's ap...

When a match is as close as the champions league semifinal, every decision is under the microscope. Unfortunately this time it’s the officiating that is in the hot seat. Join Paul and Andy as they dissect the calls and the controversy that surrounds one of the most exciting champions league semifinals of the decade and the 4th El Clásico of the season. Mason Mount, Gerard Martín, and Eric García e...

When the stakes are high, matches come down to very, very small details and margins. Barcelona had their fair share of almost moments, and United felt both the positive and negative sides of those tight margins. Hear what those margins were and if the subs think their clubs will prevail on this week’s episode. Amad Diallo, Ter Stegen, & Dani Rodriguez are the Supersubs of the Week. Luke Shaw &...

El Clásico never disappoints, but it can certainly make one mad. With missed calls, childish antics, and a backdrop of a title race, Paul is feeling furious. Find out why after an el Clásico victory Paul is feeling animated on this week’s podcast. Emile Smith-Rowe, Kounde, Fermín, & Araujo are the Supersubs of the Week. Real Madrid, the referee/VAR from the Copa del Rey Final, & Antonio Rü...

Is there anything better than come from behind wins to save your club’s season? The Supersubs certainly don’t think so. Both clubs enjoy some Easter miracles with their teams coming back after looking like their seasons were dead. Hear their jubilation on this week’s episode. Orsolini, Slabhead, Borja Iglesias, Olmo, & Yamal are the Supersubs of the Week. Social media, de Jong, and La Liga are...

This week, the Supersubs saw the less appealing aspects of the beautiful game. From ugly tackles to goalie horror mistakes, the past week had red cards galore, sloppy goals, and plenty of dropped points. Who excelled in this beauty contest? Find out on this week’s podcast. David Fila & Gerard Martín earn Supersub of the Week. André Onana & Kylian Mbappé "earn" Superdud of the Wee...

For the pod’s 100th episode, the Supersubs keep it simple and try to stick to soccer. With league races heating up, the Supersubs make their predictions and hope Arsenal/Real Madrid don’t make it to the champions league final. Tune in to the milestone episode! The Supersubs of the Week are Paul/Andy for the culmination of reaching 100 episodes, Real Betis, and Valencia. The Superduds of the Week a...