Where's The Money Gone?

On the podcast that takes you inside the football boardroom, Adrian Goldbergand Charlie Methven discuss the prospect of an expanded World Cup, Bilston Town's social media campaign and the financial crises at two Ligue 1 teams, Marseille and Lyon.

On the podcast that takes you inside the football boardroom, Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss Scotland's departure from the World Cup. Is a new direction needed from the SFA? Plus Football and AI, Real Madrid vs La Liga and have we passed peak multi club ownership? 

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven take you inside the football boardroom to discuss empty seats at World Cup; the Burnley v Everton PSR row: Daniel Kretinsky's increased sharholding at West Ham; and 'Marmite' Russell Martin, hotly tipped to take over Leicester City. Produced by Adrian Goldberg. Socials by Football Smash/11.29 Media

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven debate ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup. Plus David Sullivan's departure from West Ham United, and the collapse of John Textor's Eagle Holdings. Produced by Adrian Goldberg. Social via 11-29 Media/Football Smash.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss the departure of two top English managers in very different circumstances: Pep Guardiola at Manchester City and Srne Slot at Liverpool. PLUS Pep and English Clubs In Europe and Supporters Trusts.

Adrian Goldberg discuss the cost of relegation to West Ham, explore the aftermat of Southampton's 'Spygate' Affair and axssess the impact of Hull City's promotion to the Prem. PLUS European qualification for Sunderland, Brighton and Bournemouth.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss an apparent 'mutiny' on social media by Liverpool players, including Mo Salah.  Plus heartbreak for Hearts of the final day of the SPFL season, the introduction of Squad Cost Ratios in the Championship and Southampton's 'spygate' affair. Produced by Adrian Goldberg. Socials by Mark Machado and 11-29 Media/Football Smash.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven, with the podcast that takes you inside the football boardroom.

Adrian Goldberg and Charlie Methven discuss Ligue 1's lack of a TV deal, despite the brilliang football of PSG. PLUS Brighton and Hove Albion plan a dedicated women's football stadium; and former Crystal Palace director John Textor's legal battles. Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas. YouTube and socials by Mark Machado and the team at 11-29 Media/Football Smash.

Adrian and Charlie discuss Karren Brady's West Ham legacy and West Brom's points deduction. Prdouced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas. Visuals by Mark Machado/11-29 Media

Adrian and Charlie devote an entire episode to Chelsea's future.

Adrian and Charlie discss protests by Liverpool fans against proposed season ticket price increases at Anfield; and the dilution of fan ownership at AFC Wimbledon. Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas. Visuals and socials by Football Smash.

In the first of our occasional 'Football In A Library' series, Adrian Goldberg interviews Simon Kuper about his book 'World Cup Fever'. Prdouced by Adrian Goldberg. Socials by Mark Machado/Football Smash.

Adrian and Charlie discuss Chelea's fine £10.75 million for illegal payments to players and agents. Plus, a debate on whether Engish football clubs are overspending; and Hashtag United's request to be relegated. Produced by Adrian Goldberg. Visuals by Mark Machado and Football Smash.

Adrian and Charlie discuss the possibility of Iran's particpation in the World Cup while they are under attack from the host nation.  PLUS the impact on football of the US visa ban on Haitian players AND a £45,000 fine for Millwall following disablist chanting by their fans.  Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by Mark Machado/Football Smash.

Adrian and Charlie discuss the potential financial impact of relegation on Spurs; Plus, KSI takes a stake in Dagenham & Redbridge. Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by Mark Machado/Football Smash.

Adrian and Charlie discuss Ramadan breaks and football culture wars; plus the fate of Sheffield Wednesday after the preferred bidder to take the club out of administration withdrew from their proposed takeover. Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by Mark Machado/Football Smash.

Adrian and Charlie discuss West Brom fans' 'loveless marriage' with owner Shilen Patel; racism in football and supporter pushback from over Charlie's comments last week about Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis. Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas. Socials by Mark Machado/11-29/Footballl Smash.

Adrian and Charlie discuss controversial comments made by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the Man United co-owner: plus Evangelos Mariankis - barmy or brilliant at Forest.  And whether the Conference League is a help or a hindrance to English clubs.  Plus a Leicester City finance update. Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by Marck Machado/Football Smash.

Adrian and Charlie discuss Leicester City's 'lenient' 6 point penalty for breaching spending rules; and the mental health impact of Dwight McNeil's failed transfer from Everton to Crystal Palace. Produced in Birmingham by Adrian Goldberg. Socials by Football Smash.

Adrian and Charlie talk about whether Aston Villa can break the 'glass ceiling' at the top of the Premier League and whether West brom fans are crazy to call for the sacking of Head Coach Eric Ramsay after four games. Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by Mark Machado/Football Smash.

Adrian and Charlie discuss the Deloitte Global Football Rich List and whether elite English clubs need bigger stadiums.  Plus an update on the new Independent Football Regulator. Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas.  Socials by Mark Machado/Football Smash.

Adrian and Charlie discuss the fate of two managers, Oliver Glasner at Crystal Palace and Thomas Frank at Spurs.

Adrian and Charlie meet David Low, founder of Celtic Supporters Limited, which wants to remove the cirrent board at Parkhead. Produced by Adrian Goldberg.  Socials by Football Smash.

Adrian and Charlie discuss Enzo Marsca's strange departure as Chelsea Head Coach, and the proposed supporter boycotts at both Blackburn Rovers and Leicester City. Produced by Adrian Goldberg and Jed Thomas;  Socials by Mark Machado at Football Smash.