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Armchair AnalystsEp 209 - A pop quiz and domestic cupsThis week we go over all the latest games from the Cup and the League, and Rupert poses a tricky question to Cam...if you have any answers, message us. We'll shout out the best one next week.
2025-02-121h 05Armchair AnalystsEp 206 - The Prem transfers we want to seeIt's that time of the year. The January transfer window is in full swing, and Cam and Rupert have dusted off their Sporting Director hats, searched the kitchen drawers for their cheque books and rummaged under the sofa cushions for their Big Ideas. Time for some not very sensible transfers.
2025-01-251h 09Armchair AnalystsEp 165 - Our January Transfer Wishlist - Firmino to Man U??This week is transfer week! Cam and Rupert put their Sporting Director's Hats on and are picking one signing each Premier League side should make this January window. Some are reasonable, others are not.
2024-01-191h 15Armchair AnalystsEp. 120 - How Chelsea are navigating FFPIn this episode, the Analysts discuss the weekend of derbies and how they've impacted the league. Later, Rupert breaks down Chelsea's financial footwork and the long-term implications of amortisation.
2023-01-191h 00Armchair AnalystsEp 103 - Barcelona's Woes, their La Liga Foes and Italy's ScudettoThis week we take a closer look at Barcelona's confusing finances (recorded last week), and also do a little deep dive into what to expect from the Serie A (Cam) and La Liga (Rupert) this season.
2022-08-1852 minArmchair AnalystsEp 102 - First Impressions!In this episode the Analysts take a look at the first week of the 22/23 season. Who impressed and who underwhelmed? What're Rupert's quickfire first impressions?
2022-08-121h 04
Armchair AnalystsEp 87 - The Tightening Title Race & Top Four TurbulenceIn this episode the Analysts look at the return to the Premier League, with hard fought battles happening in all areas of the table. Who will triumph out of Manchester City and Liverpool in the race for the title, and which sides will end up in the top four? Can Everton turn their fortunes around or will Burnley dig themselves out of trouble again?
2022-04-061h 08Armchair AnalystsEp 86 - Dazzling Derbies in EuropeIn this episode, the Analysts take a look a some of the blockbuster fixtures in Europe's major leagues, from El Clasico to the Derby della Capitale. Is Xavi coming into his own as a manager, and what happens next at PSG, where the wheels look to be coming off?
2022-03-2559 minArmchair AnalystsEp 85 - The Fall of Roman's EmpireThis week's episode is all about Chelsea. It's an ever changing scenario for the club at the moment, since the UK Government this week imposed sanctions on its owner Roman Abramovic in light of the war in Ukraine. We talk about what it will mean for the club going forwards, as well as what this represents in the broader picture of Big Football Business.
2022-03-1456 minArmchair AnalystsEp 84 - The European Super League 2.0 and a Ton of Good FootballWhile Super League conversations continue in boardrooms across Europe, the Premier League continues to thrill fans. Another great Manchester derby, Arsenal and Spurs maybe on the up, and are Everton actually going to go down? Timestamps:
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:40 The Super League 2.0
00:15:45 Man City 4-1 Man U
00:32:29 Useless Trivia
00:40:37 Spurs 5-0 Everton
1:02:00 Watford 2-3 Arsenal
2022-03-101h 07Armchair AnalystsEp 83 - Marcelo's Farewell, PGMOL's Apology & Liverpool's VictoryIn this episode, a mournful pair of Analysts bid farewell to their beloved Bielsa, as the Argentine departs Leeds United. How will his replacement, Jesse Marsch, fare at Elland Road? Also up for discussion are the Carabao Cup Final, the apology issued by Mike Riley and PGMOL to Everton following a controversial decision and whether Arsenal are on the up.
2022-03-0356 minArmchair AnalystsEp 82 - New Horizons and Old Problems: NFTs, and Man City losing to SpursA shorter ep this week, breaking down the rise of NFTs in the Premier League and the most exciting game of the weekend, Spurs' dramatic victory over Man City at the Etihad. Timestamps:
00:50 NTFs in the game
15:35 Spurs take down Man City yet again - should we be surprised? Should City be fearful??
2022-02-2225 minArmchair AnalystsEp 81 - Senegal’s Success, the New Newcastle & Leicester’s LethargyThis week the Analysts recap the AFCON Final and some of the tournament's highlights, give an instant reaction to the Newcastle-Everton relegation showdown, and look at some of the teams surprisingly dumped out of the FA Cup.
2022-02-101h 02Armchair AnalystsEp 80 - The Transfer Window Breakdown: Have Everton & Newcastle Done Enough?Another record breaking January transfer window has come to an end, with some intriguing moves from several different Premier League players and clubs.
We take our pick of the most interesting and potentially impactful signings made this month, as well as a closer look at two clubs who have done a lot of business - and who needed to do a lot of business - Everton and Newcastle.
2022-02-031h 10Armchair AnalystsEp 79 - Coutinho's Comeback, Anguish for Algeria & Bye Bye BenitezThis week the Analysts answer last week’s question of Benitez’s future, take a look at the arrival of Philippe Coutinho at Aston Villa, and assess the Bundesliga’s approach to postponement.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:48 Rafa Benitez sacked by Everton
00:18:57 Philippe Coutinho returns to the Prem
00:27:00 Useless Trivia
00:36:25 Christian Eriksen offered contract by Brentford
00:43:03 AFCON updates
00:47:15 The Bundesliga approach to postponement
2022-01-191h 00Armchair AnalystsEp 78 - Liverpool's Statistical Miracle & Why you should be watching the AFCONMatches are getting postponed left and right in England, and some under suspicious circumstances. Tottenham and Everton are both wasting away. Long live AFCON month. Timestamps:
00:00:00 Intro
00:03:17 Liverpool won't be investigated by the EFL, the curious case of Leicester's injuries, the mistakes in English Football's treatment of Covid times and AFCON
00:36:23 Useless Trivia
00:39:56 Conte's Spurs
00:53:10 BREAKING - Newcastle sign Chris Wood
00:57:47 Rafa Benitez's Everton
01:08:34 The AFCON so far
2022-01-121h 15Armchair AnalystsEp 77 - One January Signing for Each ClubIn this episode, the Analysts put on their Sporting Directors' caps and take turns going down the table to determine the single best (and mostly realistic) signing for each of the Premier League's 20 teams. Who's in need of a new talisman and who just needs their squad shoring up?
2022-01-061h 09Armchair AnalystsEp 76 - Half-Season Heroes & Torres to Barca - But Why?!Manchester United can't seem to win a game with their new tactical setup, the January transfer window is upon us, and a mid-season look at the Premier League's top performers. The Analysts break it down. Timestamps:
00:00:36 Manchester United’s struggling system
00:19:49 Ferran Torres to Barcelona - but why?!
00:34:34 Jarrod Bowen is West Ham’s gift that keeps on giving
00:39:52 Useless Trivia
00:42:49 Goalkeeper of the season so far
00:49:53 Defender of the season so far
00:55:34 Midfielder of the season so far
01:03:18 Forward of t...
2021-12-291h 08Armchair AnalystsEp 75 - The Postponement PredicamentIn this episode, the Analysts discuss Leeds’ downfall and who’s to blame, why Chelsea are struggling to continue at last season’s level, and whether Arsenal are on the up for good under Arteta.
2021-12-211h 12Armchair AnalystsEp 74 - Sickly Spurs, the Broken Ballon d’Or & Rangnick the RevolutionaryThis week the Analysts take a look at how the Ballon d'Or has changed since voting opened up from 2007 - has the winner of the illustrious award always been the correct one? Also up for discussion are the COVID outbreak at Spurs, Jude Bellingham's comments on former match-fixer Felix Zwayer and the appointment of Ralf Rangnick at Manchester United.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 Should we value the Ballon d’Or?
00:20:36 Ralf Rangnick arrives in the Premier League
00:38:48 Useless Trivia
00:41:17 Tottenham’s COVID outbreak
00:51:30 Jude Bellingham’s Comments
0...
2021-12-091h 05Armchair AnalystsEp 73 - A World Cup SpecialThis week the Analysts take a step back from the ins and outs of league football to take a look at how the World Cup is shaping up, one year from now. Several nations have now qualified - and it still hangs in the balance for many others.
Here we take a look at who is looking the strongest, who are our dark horses for the competition at the moment, and a broad look at who’s headed to the playoffs and what that will look like around the world.
And, as always, a bit of...
2021-11-2931 minArmchair AnalystsEp 72 - The New Manager TrounceThis week the Analysts take a look at the first games for several clubs and their new managers - who all seem to have enjoyed a boost to form under new management. Watford scored 4 past Manchester United to finally put Solsjkaer out of a job, and 12 goals were scored across Burnley-Palace and Newcastle-Brighton. All that and more awaits!
2021-11-221h 10Armchair AnalystsEp 71 - West Ham's Czech Mate, A Tale of Two Harrys and New Managers All RoundIt's the International Break but football hasn't slowed down one bit. Several clubs have now appointed new managers, while elsewhere on either end of the England team, Harrys Kane and Maguire have been enjoying mixed praises. On the other side of things, one London club has a big new investor. Timestamps below:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:51 Eddie Howe confirmed for Newcastle
00:16:32 Norwich close to appointing Dean Smith
00:28:16 Useless Trivia
00:31:16 Steve Gerrard takes the Aston Villa job
00:50:11 West Ham’s new Czech Shareholder
00:53:56 England and a ta...
2021-11-161h 02Armchair AnalystsEp 70 - A Managerial MassacreThis week the Analysts take a look at the managerial merry-go-round that's taken place of late, with new openings made and those same openings filled.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 Conte to Spurs
00:23:27 Xavi to Barcelona
00:37:05 Useless Trivia
00:41:30 Farke sacked by Norwich
00:47:23 Smith sacked by Villa
2021-11-091h 02Armchair AnalystsEp 69 - Sympathy for the Red DevilThis week the Analysts take a look at the 5-0 mauling delivered to United at the hands of Liverpool over the weekend, and what it means not only for both of those teams, but the state of the Premier League. Also up for discussion are the fates of West Ham and Spurs, whether Norwich should be banned from the top flight, and what's going on in Serie A.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:34 Manchester United 0-5 Liverpool
00:34:50 Useless Trivia
00:40:47 West Ham 1-0 Spurs
00:53:00 Chelsea 7-0 Norwich
01:05:00 Let’s tal...
2021-10-261h 14Armchair AnalystsEp 68 - Regretting Ronaldo’s ReturnWas Ronaldo returning to Manchester United just a big mistake all round? Should Chelsea switch their system to get more from Lukaku if they're winning games anyway? Is Mohamed Salah the best player in the world right now? All that and more in this week's episode. Timestamps:
00:00:38 Manchester United vs Leicester
00:10:24 Ronaldo Regrets?
00:19:28 Brentford vs Chelsea
00:29:18 Useless Trivia
00:31:46 Watford vs Liverpool
00:33:24 Is Salah the best player in the world?
00:41:38 Arsenal vs Crystal Palace
00:59:05 Newcastle vs Tottenham
2021-10-221h 08Armchair AnalystsEp 67 - Gulf State GeordiesThis week the Analysts take a look at the Newcastle takeover - it’s finally been completed. Who will they buy, how much can they spend, and how long is Steve Bruce for this world?
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:36 Newcastle’s Takeover
00:46:24 Useless Trivia
00:48:50 The Nations League Final
2021-10-121h 05Armchair AnalystsEp 66 - Beers....at the football?!In this episode, the Analysts have a look at some of the news coming out of the fan-led review of football governance taking place in the UK, with the final report to be published later this month. Also up for discussion is Watford making the first managerial sacking of the season, and three different Premier League sides off to notable starts.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:41 The fan-led review coming later this month
00:22:31 Watford sack Xisco, hire Ranieri
00:36:18 Useless Trivia
00:41:25 Let’s talk about….Brighton
00:48:23 Let’s talk about….Southampton
00:57:1...
2021-10-051h 06Armchair AnalystsEp 65 - All to play for in the Premier LeagueHaving taken a break from covering the recent Premier League results to discuss transfers and predictions, the Analysts take a look at what's happened over the last few weeks in the league. From Spurs to Man City and from Brighton to Leeds there have been peaks and troughs in early season form for almost every club. Much to discuss.
2021-09-301h 05Armchair AnalystsEp 64 - Five Top Transfers (feat. Xavi)In this episode, the Analysts bring in footballing icon Xavi to give his top five Premier League transfers of the summer window.
2021-09-211h 18Armchair AnalystsEp 63 - Patrick's Promising Palace & Escaping the UltrasIn this episode, the Analysts take a look at the second half of their Premier League predictions. Which three sides will face the drop, and which sides look set to kick on after a successful summer?
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 Cameron flees the Corsairios
00:04:25 11th Place
00:09:50 12th Place
00:15:42 13th Place
00:21:28 14th Place
00:26:45 15th Place
00:32:00 Useless Trivia
00:39:56 16th Place
00:44:17 17th Place
00:46:50 18th Place
00:51:37 19th Place
00:56:50 20th Place
2021-09-141h 04Armchair AnalystsEp 62 - Abandoned Matches & Purple PatchesThis week the Analysts take a look at how they see the 21/22 Premier League finishing up, with the first half of their prediction of final league standings. Also up for discussion are the bizarre abandonment of the Brazil-Argentina game, England's likeable lads, and the proposal for a 2 Year World Cup.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:40 Brazil vs. Argentina Abandoned
00:05:35 Hungary vs. England sees racial abuse
00:07:58 Morocco flea Guinea after coup
00:08:50 The Proposal for a 2 Year World Cup
00:10:48 1st Place
00:16:37 2nd & 3rd Place
00:23:30 4th Place
2021-09-071h 01Armchair AnalystsEp 61 - Ronaldo Returns, and the Premier League Marches OnSome huge potential and confirmed transfers across the board have made for an exciting week of Premier League and European activity. Oh, and the games have been pretty good too. Timestamps:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:39 Ronaldo to Manchester United
00:11:55 Mbappe to Real Madrid
00:25:17 Useless Trivia
00:29:05 Spurs 1-0 Watford
00:35:25 Manchester City 5-0 Arsenal
00:44:56 Newcastle 2-2 Southampton
00:48:45 West Ham 2-2 Crystal Palace
00:53:11 Chelsea vs Liverpool
00:59:31 Some Odds and Ends
2021-09-021h 03Armchair AnalystsEp 60 - Fistfights in France, Protests in the Premier LeagueThis week the Analysts take a look at the statement coming from the Premier League to not allow players to travel to red-list countries for their international games, the brawl that broke out between Nice fans and Marseille players, and the reason Anthony Martial keeps getting another chance.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:42 The Premier League statement on the international break
00:20:25 Nice vs. Marseille - literally
00:28:50 Useless Trivia
00:36:15 West Ham 4-1 Leicester City
00:46:10 Arsenal 0-2 Chelsea
00:55:50 Southampton 1-1 Manchester United
00:59:40 Robert Lewandowski wants a challenge
2021-08-241h 08Armchair AnalystsEp 59 - Pogba's Perfect Passes, Dennis the Menace & the Diet VardyThe Premier League is BACK! The Analysts take a look at the opening games of the 21/22 season and break down who surprised us, who disappointed us, and who's up to business as usual. Stay tuned for Useless Trivia, a revamping of Settling the Score, and a hot take featuring none other than Grant Holt.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:32 Manchester United 5-1 Leeds
00:09:28 Brentford 2-0 Arsenal
00:16:00 Spurs 1-0 Manchester City
00:31:56 Watford 3-2 Aston Villa
00:37:52 Newcastle 2-4 West Ham
00:44:05 Useless Trivia
00:47:36 Chelsea 3-0 Crystal Palace
2021-08-171h 05Armchair AnalystsEp 58 - The Messi Saga Ends, a New Season BeginsMessi's time at Barcelona has finally come to an end, as Jack Grealish heads North and Harry Kane looks to be staying in London - all in the shadow of a new exciting season looming large on the horizon. Much to talk about:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:32 Messi joins PSG
00:29:08 Useless Trivia
00:34:56 Jack Grealish to Man City
00:42:32 Harry Kane is staying at Spurs?
00:47:42 The 21/22 Season, Games to Watch and Rogue Shouts
2021-08-111h 04Armchair AnalystsEp 57 - Citizen Kane, Galactico Grealish & Mullin the Movie StarAfter a short break following the Euros, the Analysts are back with a look at Manchester City's big moves in the window, an unconventional strategy to progress your career, and why football fans don't watch the Olympics.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 Should Jack Grealish move to Manchester City?
00:12:07 Is Harry Kane's strike justified?
00:48:42 Useless Trivia
00:52:25 Choosing the National League over League One?
01:02:05 Why don't football fans watch the Olympics?
2021-08-031h 07Armchair AnalystsEp 56 - Preseason Previews & a Painful Post-MortemIn this week's episode, a pair of sorrowful Analysts unpack the Euro 2020 Final between England and Italy. Also up for discussion are some of the other stories that have developed over the summer, ranging from transfers to rule changes to the chaotic situation at Barcelona.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 England vs Italy
00:34:25 Useless Trivia
00:36:13 Summer Stories Roundup
2021-07-1459 minArmchair AnalystsEp 55 - Could it possibly be Coming Home...?It's on everybody's lips and in everyone's hearts.... could England actually win the Euros? In this episode the analysts look at how the two Euros semi finals went down, and preview the big final. Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:42 England vs Denmark
23:43 Italy vs Spain
41:30 Useless Trivia
42:52 A preview of The Final
2021-07-091h 00Armchair AnalystsQuarter Final Previews: England vs. UkraineIn the fourth of the preview episodes for the Quarter Finals, the Analysts take a look at the later Quarter Final game of Saturday: England taking on Ukraine.
2021-07-0222 minArmchair AnalystsQuarter Final Previews: Czech Republic vs. DenmarkIn the third of the preview episodes for the Quarter Finals, the Analysts take a look at the earlier Quarter Final game of Saturday: Czech Republic vs. Denmark.
2021-07-0218 minArmchair AnalystsQuarter Final Previews: Belgium vs. ItalyIn the second of the preview episodes for the Quarter Finals, the Analysts take a look at the later Quarter Final game of Friday: Belgium taking on Italy.
2021-07-0219 minArmchair AnalystsQuarter Final Previews: Switzerland vs. SpainIn the first of the special preview episodes for the Quarter Finals, the Analysts take a look at the earlier Quarter Final game of Friday: Switzerland taking on Spain.
2021-07-0116 minArmchair AnalystsEp 54 - Euros Round of 16: England's Ecstasy & France's FumbleIn this episode, the Analysts break down the Euros Round of 16 games which took place over the last week. From the dizzying heights of England beating Germany for the first time in a knockout game in over 50 years to the low lows of some of the tournaments favourites crashing out in France and the Netherlands. Timestamps below.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:38 England 2-0 Germany
00:21:22 France 3 (4) - 3 (5) Switzerland
00:35:09 Netherlands 0-2 Czech Republic
00:40:34 Croatia 3-5 Spain
00:44:50 Useless Trivia
00:47:42 Denmark 4-0 Wales
00:51:21 Italy 2-1 Austria
...
2021-07-011h 05Armchair AnalystsSpecial Episode - How do England beat Germany?In this special episode, Cameron and Rupert take a look at how the Group stage of the Euros wrapped up, as well as a look at how England could line up in order to beat Germany in the Round of 16. Also up for discussion are some of the other matchups in the first round of the knockouts.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:45 How the Groups Wrapped Up
00:05:25 How do England beat Germany?
00:27:45 The Rest of the Knockouts
2021-06-2535 minArmchair AnalystsEp 53 - Reliant Robin, Stuttering Spain & Indomitable ItalyThis week the Analysts have a look at the final round of group stage games and what they might tell us about performances later in the tournament.
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:35 Group A
00:18:45 Group C
00:24:50 Group B
00:37:00 Useless Trivia
00:41:00 Group D
00:56:07 Group E
01:00:00 Group F
2021-06-221h 09Armchair AnalystsEp 52 - King Kalvin, Holy Schick & Cristiano's Cola ConspiracyThis week the Analysts take a look at the first round of games from Euro 2020. Which teams got it right, which teams got it wrong, and which players should you be keeping an eye out for?
00:00:57 - Rogue Shout
00:07:51 - Group A
00:16:25 - Group B
00:25:37 - Group C
00:32:55 - Useless Trivia
00:37:48 - Group D
00:54:51 - Group E
01:01:20 - Group F
2021-06-161h 15Armchair AnalystsEp 51 - Expectations for England & Premier League PostmortemThis week the Analysts take a look at what we could expect from this England side at the upcoming European Championship. Also up for investigation is their League Table Predictions from the start of the season, what they got right and where they went wrong.
00:00:49 How far will England go in the Euros?
00:24:45 Useless Trivia
00:27:31 Season In Review - Top Half
00:28:02 Manchester City
00:31:23 Manchester United
00:34:30 Liverpool
00:39:50 Chelsea
00:42:22 Leicester City
00:45:10 West Ham United
00:49:34 Tottenham Hotspur
00:51:01 A...
2021-06-091h 10Armchair AnalystsEp 50 - European Finals, Buoyant Brentford & Away GoalsThis week the Analysts have a look at a hattrick of Finals; Champions League, Europa League and Championship Playoffs. Also up for discussion is the proposed scrapping of the away goals rule and the final cut of the England squad for the Euros.
00:00:40 Away Goals rule changes
00:06:45 Champions League Final
00:21:52 Europa League Final
00:31:11 Championship Playoffs Final
00:41:00 Useless Trivia
00:44:05 England’s Euros Squad
2021-06-031h 02Armchair AnalystsEp 49 - The Worst Signing, England’s Extras & the 20/21 TableThis week the Analysts give out their Individual Awards of the Season, ranging from Player of the Season to Worst Signing of the Season. Seven players need to be dropped from the provisional 33-man squad announced earlier today and who will they pick to leave out, as well as coverage of the final day of the season.
00:00:38 The Final Day of the Season
00:20:15 Guessing Game
00:22:10 End of Season Awards
00:23:16 Player of the Season
00:27:43 Young Player of the Season
00:31:26 Signing of the Season
00:35:16 W...
2021-05-261h 15Armchair AnalystsEp 48 - Zidane and Pirlo, Super League Fallout & FA Cup FoxesThe FA Cup final saw Leicester City lift the trophy for the first time in their club's history, and what can this game tell us about things to come, both the Foxes' future as a club and Chelsea's performance in this season's Champions League final? With Zinedine Zidane and Andrea Pirlo both rumoured to be on the move this summer, where might they go, and could we see them in Premier League roles? Finally, a parliamentary petition has been launched in the UK as the fallout from the Super League continues to affect the global football landscape.
2021-05-181h 08Armchair AnalystsEp 47 - Team of the SeasonIn this episode, the Analysts name their respective Teams of the Season. Where do they agree and where do they not? Who are the biggest omissions and oddest inclusions?
00:00:53 Team of the Season Criteria
00:04:45 Cam’s Goalkeeper
00:06:12 Rupert’s Goalkeeper
00:08:07 Cam’s Left Back
00:10:06 Rupert’s Left Back
00:11:45 Cam’s First Centre Back
00:12:53 Rupert’s First Centre Back
00:14:00 Rupert’s Second Centre Back
00:16:07 Cam’s Second Centre Back
...
2021-05-111h 03Armchair AnalystsEp 46 - Protest Postponement & the Rhythm of the GameThis week the Analysts take a look at the European football that was played midweek, as well as the football on the weekend that wasn’t. The air is thick with revolution, and not just because Jose Mourinho is back in work.
00:00:52 Manchester United vs. Liverpool Postponed
00:18:55 Guessing Game
00:20:18 Jose Mourinho appointed Roma manager
00:27:14 The Social Media Blackout
00:36:43 Useless Trivia
00:39:50 Real Madrid vs. Chelsea
00:48:10 PSG vs. Manchester City
00:55:18 Manchester United vs. Roma
01:01:15 Villarreal vs. Arsenal
01:05:05 Guessing Ga...
2021-05-051h 11Armchair AnalystsEp 45 - The Premier League Hall of Fame & a Game of Three HalvesPlenty to go over in this week's episode between the League Cup Final, the Premier League Hall of Fame, and potential replacements to Jose Mourinho at Tottenham. Also up for discussion are the proposed takeover of Arsenal by Spotify CEO and co-founder Daniel Ek, the emergence of phoenix clubs in the wake of the Super League, and the thrilling conclusions to both La Liga and Ligue 1.
00:00:54 The Premier League Hall of Fame
00:19:31 Guessing Game
00:20:20 Daniel Ek looks to buy Arsenal
00:25:13 Dial Square FC and “Phoenix” Clubs
00:27:35 Usele...
2021-04-281h 02Armchair AnalystsEp 44 - The Super League & The Future of FootballWith the Super League announced this Sunday, the Analysts breakdown what it is, what the problems are, and what happens next.
00:00:35 What is the Super League?
00:07:24 Why is the Super League a problem?
00:53:10 What happens next?
2021-04-201h 04Armchair AnalystsEp 43 - The Lingard Question, Kane's Ambition & Guardiola vs. BielsaAs some of the postseason narratives begin to take shape, should a certain player make the XI for England at the Euros? Will Harry Kane be able to leave Spurs if he wants and where might he go, and what did we learn, tactically, from Leeds' 10 man heroics against Manchester City?
00:00:40 Should Jesse Lingard start for England?
00:22:15 Guessing Game
00:24:15 Harry Kane to leave Spurs?
00:50:40 Useless Trivia
00:54:00 Guardiola vs. Bielsa
01:01:50 West Brom keep on trucking
01:03:05 Guessing Game Resolved & Settling the Score
2021-04-131h 07Armchair AnalystsEp 42 - Ole, Mikel & SamThis week the Analysts focus on managers - who have we underrated and who’s turning out to be outdated?
00:00:43 Thomas Tuchel & Chelsea
00:11:50 Sam Allardyce & West Bromwich Albion
00:21:35 Guessing Game
00:23:05 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer & Manchester United
00:32:06 Mikel Arteta & Arsenal
00:45:13 Useless Trivia
00:48:12 Jose Mourinho & Spurs
00:59:46 Guessing Game Resolved
01:03:08 Settling the Score
2021-04-061h 08Armchair AnalystsEp 41 - A Swiss-style Champions LeagueWith Aguero set to leave Manchester City at the end of the season, where will he go and who will come in to replace him? Is there a way to make the international scene more engaging, and what is the Swiss-style model being talked about in regards to the Champions League?
00:00:40 Aguero to leave Manchester City
00:32:30 Guessing Game
00:33:42 The International Headache
00:41:52 Useless Trivia
00:45:54 A Swiss-style Champions League
01:03:58 Guessing Game Resolved
2021-03-311h 09Armchair AnalystsEp 40 - Southgate's Selection & Champions League ContendersThis week the Analysts look at the non-English Champions League sides remaining, as well as the recent England squad announcement and Xabi Alonso’s entry into management.
00:01:05 Xabi Alonso becomes Monchengladbach manager
00:06:08 England Squad
00:12:35 Guessing Game
00:14:15 Bayern Munich
00:23:08 Paris Saint-Germain
00:30:30 Useless Trivia
00:33:00 Real Madrid
00:42:37 Borussia Dortmund
00:51:15 Porto
00:56:35 Wrap Up Questions
01:01:50 Guessing Game Resolved
2021-03-241h 06Armchair AnalystsEp 39 - The Football Index Disaster Explained, Wilder Walks & Grateful for GuardiolaThe popular online platform Football Index went into administration this week with punters losing millions of pounds and questions asked of the Gambling Commission. What does the future hold for a Sheffield United side without their fearless leader, and is Pep Guardiola overrated, underrated or something in between?
00:00:35 The Football Index Scandal
00:19:30 Guessing Game
00:20:42 Chris Wilder leaves Sheffield United
00:42:30 Useless Trivia
00:46:00 Are we taking Pep for granted?
01:14:15 Guessing Game Resolved & Settling the Score
2021-03-161h 19Armchair AnalystsEp 38 - Changing the Offside Rule, Collapse in China, the Manchester Derby & Schalke's SufferingLooking at Arsene Wenger's proposed changes to the offside rule, do the Analysts think this will help develop the sport? What is happening in the Chinese Super League with clubs changing their names and being dissolved, and are Schalke beyond the point of no return? The Manchester Derby saw first host second, but was the surprise result really that much of a surprise?
00:01:05 - A Change to the Offside Rule
00:09:20 - Crisis in Chinese Football
00:33:45 - Guessing Game
00:35:17 - Manchester City vs. Manchester United
00:51:40 - Useless Trivia
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2021-03-091h 12Armchair AnalystsEp 37 - Why was Barcelona's CEO arrested?Join the Analysts this week for a look at the controversy brought about by Luke Shaw's post-match comments, the turmoil over in Catalonia and a look at whether or not football is coming home.
00:40 Why was Barcelona’s CEO arrested?
13:45 Guessing Game
15:57 Are you Shaw you heard that?
29:28 Useless Trivia
31:40 Could England host Euro 2020?
37:10 Settling the Score & Guessing Game Resolved
2021-03-0249 minArmchair AnalystsEp 36 - The Scoustian Pact, Trouble in Tottenham and Villa’s Fantasy FumbleThe rumour mill has been as busy as ever this past week, ranging from whispers in the Tottenham dressing room to keen-eyed fans scuppering Matt Targett's Fantasy Football season. Is the current crisis at Liverpool a familiar pattern at Klopp teams, and can fans in the UK expect to catch any of the games this season live at their own grounds?
00:00:45 Aston Villa ban Fantasy Football
00:12:35 Guessing Game
00:14:00 The Scoustian Pact
00:35:00 Useless Trivia
00:36:30 Fans returning to the ground
00:41:15 Why is it going wrong for...
2021-02-241h 08Armchair AnalystsEp 35 - Social Media Abuse and the European KnockoutsThis week Cameron and Rupert take a look at some of the Champions League and Europa League games coming up this week, with a One-to-Watch player from each game. Also up for discussion is the open letter sent to Mark Zuckerberg and Jack Dorsey by British footballing authorities and what we can take away from it.
00:00:35 The Open Letter to Social Media Companies
00:15:32 Guessing Game
00:17:52 RB Leipzig vs. Liverpool
00:26:02 Atletico Madrid vs. Chelsea
00:31:33 Borussia Monchengladbach vs. Manchester City
00:36:25 Useless Trivia
00:38:48 Real Sociedad vs. Manchester United
2021-02-171h 11Armchair AnalystsEp 34 - Tentative Tuchel, Pompous Peter & Heartbroken HassenhüttlWhat would the Premier League be without a healthy dose of Mike Dean controversy? Well officiated, perhaps? Join the Analysts for a look at some of the games that happened both on and off the pitch with a look at virtual fixtures and referee protection alongside a selection of Premier League matches from the week.
00:00:58 Shout Out for Mental Health Cup
00:06:25 Guessing Game
00:08:15 Mike Dean and Referee Accountability
00:23:30 Useless Trivia
00:26:45 Liverpool 1-4 Manchester City
00:48:55 Manchester United 9-0 Southampton
00:55:48 Tottenham 0-1 Chelsea
2021-02-101h 16Armchair AnalystsEp 33 - A Messi Contract Situation, Gambling in the Game & the Winter WindowAs the winter window closes with only a handful of permanent transfers made, the Analysts look at the contract leak coming out of Barcelona, as well as an investigation into the practices of gambling companies involved in the game.
00:00:45 Gambling in Football
00:24:32 Guessing Game
00:28:14 Useless Trivia
00:35:50 Lionel Messi’s Contract Leak
00:48:45 Transfers in the Premier League
01:00:50 Guessing Game Resolved
01:05:40 Settling the Score
2021-02-031h 14Armchair AnalystsEp 32 - FIFA vs. the European Super League, Life after Lampard & The Snodgrass ScandalWith Chelsea legend Frank Lampard dismissed by the club as manager, the Analysts look at whether he deserved to go and what the causes were behind this sacking happening when it did. Further developments on the European Premier League story come this week as well, as FIFA announces bans for any players participating in it from the World Cup, Euros, and Champions League. Did West Ham & West Brom land themselves in a heap of trouble with the Premier League over the transfer of Robert Snodgrass, and why are Liverpool looking so lackluster this season?
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2021-01-261h 16Armchair AnalystsEp 31 - Decisive Draws, Playing in Pea Soup & the Scouting SinecureDo you have to beat the best to be the best is the question tackled by the Analysts this week, as they investigate a Manchester United side that tops the table despite no wins against their fellow top six sides so far. A developing story surrounding a former youth player and his father could see one side in trouble with the Premier League and who is the most efficient goalscorer of all time?
00:00:36 Do you have to beat the best to be the best?
00:33:50 Guessing Game
00:36:28 Useless Trivia
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2021-01-191h 12Armchair AnalystsEp 30 - Crawley Chorley Glory, Betting Bans & Silverware SignificanceJoin the Analysts this week for a look at some of the fairytale FA Cup ties over the weekend, with discussion of both on and off the pitch exploits by the plucky underdog sides. Also in conversation is Kieran Trippier’s ten week ban from the sport, TV personalities signing to EFL sides and whether trophies matter as much as European qualification.
00:00:35 Kieran Trippier’s Betting Ban
00:17:32 Guessing Game
00:19:00 Marine & Chorley
00:28:55 Useless Trivia
00:34:13 Crawley Town & Mark Wright
00:43:02 Cups or Qualification
00:58:46 Guessing Game Resolved
2021-01-121h 05Armchair AnalystsEp 29 - Welcome Back, League Recap!Coming up to the halfway point of the season, the Analysts are back from the Christmas break with a look at the state of the season so far.
00:57 Liverpool
04:14 Manchester United
10:24 Leicester City
15:28 Tottenham Hotspur
21:30 Guessing Game
23:30 Manchester City
29:30 Everton
34:40 Aston Villa
38:35 Chelsea
51:15 Southampton
53:50 West Ham
55:08 Useless Trivia
1:00:15 Arsenal
1:05:30 Leeds United
1:08:15 Wolves
1:12:15 Crystal Palace
1:13:32 Newcastle United
1:16:15 Burnley
1:18:08 Brighton & H...
2021-01-051h 36Armchair AnalystsEp 28 - Snubbed Subs, Pitiful Palace & Wine by the Pint00:45 - Substitutions in the Premier League
15:55 - Guessing Game
18:15 - A Selection of PL Games
47:29 - Useless Trivia
54:28 - The Case for Big Sam
1:11:53 - Settling the Score
2020-12-231h 19Armchair AnalystsEp 27 - How Sir Alex Ferguson Destroyed Manchester UnitedThis week sees the Analysts tackle some broader discussion points away from the games of the week, with opinionated debate reigning supreme.
Three topics are up on the menu this week: Antoine Griezmann's cancellation of his Huawei partnership, Sir Alex Ferguson's culpability for Manchester United's current state and the impact of Brexit on youth football in the UK.
Timestamps:
1:00 - Antoine Griezmann and Huawei
16:55 - Guessing Game
19:48 - How Sir Alex Ferguson destroyed Manchester United
37:55 - Useless Trivia
45:39 - The impact of Brexit on Youth Football
57:51 - Settling the Score
2020-12-181h 10Armchair AnalystsEp 26 - The Kaka Cut Back, Mental Strength & Pulled PromotionsJoin the Analysts for what may be the last episode in this format covering the games of the week as well as Useless Trivia and Guessing Game as always with a look into some of the side stories off the pitch as well.
2020-12-101h 14Armchair AnalystsEp 25 - Contact in Context, Cowardly Lampard & the Wine Drinking MaestroDid too much vino tinto stop this player becoming as good as Messi & Ronaldo? Why on earth has the term "t-shirt line" entered every commentator's vocabulary? Join the Analysts for a look at this week's games in the Premier League as well as some exciting developments surrounding the Magic of the Cup.
2020-12-021h 23Armchair AnalystsEp 24 - Rulebook Rewriting, Welbeck Exciting & Nicolas FightingWhich current application of the rules influenced two major decisions this week and should be reworked according to one of the Analysts? Is the dawn of Welé upon us, and why on Earth did Pépé lose his cool?
2020-11-241h 23Armchair AnalystsBonus Ep 2 - Polishing Palace, Enhancing Everton & Brightening BrightonPart 2 of One Signing in January sees the Analysts take a look at who'd they'd like to see added by each Premier League club. Will Director of Football Cameron and Assistant Manager Rupert be able to change the fortunes of these clubs?
2020-11-191h 17Armchair AnalystsEp 23 - Sergio vs. Didier, Sheffield Thursday & It's Always Sunny in WrexhamFootballer Face-Off is the newest segment to hit the podcast where each host picks a player and makes their case, starting this week with Sergio Aguero and Didier Drogba. Hollywood has embarked upon an unlikely union with AFC Wrexham and what do the Owls need to do to get promoted?
2020-11-171h 06Armchair AnalystsBonus Ep 1 - The Pay Per View Fiasco, Top Six Additions and Referee AccountabilityA change of pace in Armchair Analysts' first bonus episode - Cameron and Rupert discuss the Pay Per View model and its reception amongst fans, as well as the system surrounding referees and their culpability as compared to leagues elsewhere. With the season well underway, they also look at which teams should add which players in part one of two of One Signing in January, where each Analyst puts forwards a recruitment they would make for each side come the winter window.
2020-11-121h 16Armchair AnalystsEp 22 - Pitiful Panenkas, Shrinking Silhouettes & Absent ArtilleryAt what point is a handball Ball-to-Hand, and does this term have any meaning beyond the playground? When is the right time to chip the ball, and who was on the cover of FIFA Football 2004? Join the Analysts for all this and more in an episode fraught with debate between the hosts.
2020-11-101h 19Armchair AnalystsEp 21 - Soft Talking Steve, A Man of Many Clubs & the Diving DebateControversy in the league this week as a wide discussion takes place over simulation and the Analysts take part. Who is this week's mystery player in Guessing Game and do you need to drink real ale to start for Burnley?
2020-11-031h 04Armchair AnalystsEp 20 - Mediterranean Milestones, VVV-Vincible & House Ancelotti of CrosbyWith slightly more down-to-earth results in the Premier League, focus turns to the specific strengths and weaknesses of each side as normalcy resumes. Officiating continues to be a hot topic with several high profile mistakes as well as big losses for the new elites. A high scoring thriller takes place in new segment Upset of the Week.
2020-10-281h 18Armchair AnalystsEp 19 - Captain Redbeard, Merseyside VARby & the European Premier LeagueVAR continues to be a headache in this week’s episode of Armchair Analysts as Cameron and Rupert look at why it’s been such an issue in the Premier League. Project Big Picture is over but has made way for even larger schemes with the European Premier League looming over world football, and a musical submission sees the show’s first fan content played.
2020-10-211h 17Armchair AnalystsEp 18 - The Gladiator, The Yorkshireman & The Big Picture ProjectThis week the Analysts look at a couple of the games over the international break and question whether it was the best idea to have one in the current climate. Also under the microscope is the recently leaked Project Big Picture and what it could mean for the future of English football.
2020-10-131h 02Armchair AnalystsEp 17 - Gegenstressing, Training Games & Maximum AllansWith the summer transfer window closed and four increasingly bizarre weeks of Premier League football played, the season in in full force. Guessing Game switches sides and the Analysts take a look at who won the window.
2020-10-081h 07Armchair AnalystsEp 16 - Simian Espionage, Silhouette Shenanigans & the Mystery JourneymanJoin the Analysts for another week's breakdown of the games alongside new segment Guessing Game where listeners try to figure out the player from Cameron's hints, an explanation behind the confusing new handball rules, and even the origins of one of British football's strangest nicknames.
2020-09-301h 11Armchair AnalystsEp 15 - Young Trafford, Jose's Bale-Out & Dominant Calvert-LewinGoals galore in this weeks episode of Armchair Analysts as the boys dissect one of the liveliest gameweeks in recent memory. Settling the Score makes a return and records are broken in Useless Trivia.
2020-09-231h 12Armchair AnalystsEp 14 - Robin's Koch Up, Monumental Mike Ashley & Carlo's CongregationFinishing up last week's league table prediction, the Analysts also look at the first 8 games of the season and discuss what this first glimpse can tell us about the various sides this campaign.
2020-09-151h 12Armchair AnalystsEp 13 - England's Conviction, Mike Dean's Addiction & League PredictionThe Analysts begin the mighty task of predicting the 2020/21 Premier League table this week, as well as covering the news surrounding the UEFA Nations League.
2020-09-091h 06Armchair AnalystsEp 12 - Fridge Financials, Final Denials & American AmbitionsThis week the Analysts take a more in-depth look at the potential financial fallout of Messi's scuffle with Barcelona as well as the exciting implications of Juventus' new American signing. Also in the spotlight are the developing Maguire situation, the wildest transfers of the week and a debate on whether the Community Shield should be considered a trophy.
2020-09-011h 06Armchair AnalystsEp 11 - Messi, Maguire and Madagascar MadnessCompetitive football wrapped up on Sunday with the Champions League Final but the entertainment is as lively as ever with transfer drama, court dates and international call ups all featuring in this week's episode.
2020-08-251h 02Armchair AnalystsEp 10 - Choupo's League, Lukaku's Legacy and a Tinker Too FarHave we ever seen a Bayern side quite like this one in modern football? Did German and French sides have an unfair advantage in the Champions League? Is Pep Guardiola's ultimate weakness a competitive ceiling for the teams he manages? The new Champions League and Europa League Scheduling has created a wild week of football to discuss - and the results haven't been too bad either... Join the analysts as European Football moves into the semi-finals.
2020-08-1954 minArmchair AnalystsEp 9 - Bergamo Blues and Butt PenaltiesEuropean Football has returned and with a packed schedule seeing us through to the 23rd of August, the Analysts have a look at which sides look impressive as ever and which look like they might prove to be a dark horse.
2020-08-111h 00Armchair AnalystsEp 8 - Angry Magpies, Bielsa's Super Spies and Anthony's Selective EyesWith one big Final played and another to look forward to, the Analysts look at the evolving Newcastle takeover situation, the effects of the FA Cup result and what this season's Championship victors might bring to the 20/21 campaign.
2020-08-041h 05Armchair AnalystsEp 7 - Beckham vs. Moyes and Jesse's OddsThe 2019/20 Premier League season has finally drawn to a close and the Analysts reflect on a season unlike any we've seen before. An exciting final day is up for discussion, as well as the importance of the number 43, cross-generational opposition and a heartbreaking gambling loss with the last kick of the season.
2020-07-281h 15Armchair AnalystsEp 6 - Sean Ultimatum and a Hattrick of NigelsAs the final day of the season looms, the Analysts indulge in yet more Useless Trivia and new segment Footballers & Twitter alongside the results of the week. Should clubs hire managers based on name? Who are the Red Hot Chilli Papers? Do Villa have a reasonable chance of staying in the Premier League? With huge upsets as well as triumphant performances, there's plenty to play for and more to discuss.
2020-07-211h 08Armchair AnalystsEp 5 - Penny's Packed Lunches and Financial Foul PlayDoes Alan Smith make his own sandwiches? Join the Analysts for two gameweeks' worth of matches covering topics from Norwich's relegation to Martin Tyler's take on how much barbers earn. With CAS ruling that Manchester City will be able to play in next season's Champions League, how does this affect the battle for the remaining spots, and can Bong Joon-Ho's Parasite tell us anything about Financial Fair Play?
2020-07-141h 18Armchair AnalystsEp 4 - José's Secret of ImmortalityThis week the Analysts tackle the first of two back-to-back gameweeks, with a whopping 17 matches under the microscope. With English youngsters like Mason Greenwood, Bukayo Saka and Phil Foden all putting in Man of the Match displays, is it time for England fans to get excited about the future of the international side? Also up for discussion, with the league winners decided and signings starting to roll in, are we seeing the start of sides planning for the 20/21 campaign? Stay tuned for another new segment - Useless Trivia - as well as the uncovering of Mourinho's secret to vitality.
2020-07-081h 23Armchair AnalystsEp 3 - The Christian, Martial Arts and Klopp's KopJoin the Analysts for another week of discussion, speculation and outright fantasy as they cover the hectic Premier League schedule as we come towards the end of the 2019/20 season. In the spotlight this week: Liverpool's triumphant title win, whether United's post-break form is soon to end or long to endure, and the two main league narratives now the winners have been settled - the Battle for Europe and the Relegation Dogfight. Stay tuned as Settling the Score sees its first winner and battle lines are drawn between the two hosts.
2020-06-301h 15Armchair AnalystsEp 2 - Phil your BootsEpisode 2 sees Cameron and Rupert discuss the first round of games following the break, from the controversial Aston Villa/Sheffield United Hawkeye blunder to the underwhelming Merseyside Derby. Looking at which teams have come racing out of the gates and which are having a slower start, what can these games tell us about how the rest of the season might play out? Stay tuned for the brand new segment Settling the Score, where our hosts go head to head predicting the score lines of the following gameweek.
2020-06-231h 10Armchair AnalystsEp 1 - The Wealdstone Raider and The Golden TicketJoin Cameron Macdonald and Rupert Meadows for the first episode of Armchair Analysts, where they discuss the return of the Premier League after its interruption by the global pandemic. In focus this week will be the first two returning games, Aston Villa/Sheffield United and Manchester City/Arsenal, what we might expect in terms of returning player's fitness, and some of the transfers rumoured to be happening in the next window.
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