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El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastMadrid Derbi Draw, Barca Back in Title Race, + Real Madrid v Man City Champions League PreviewMark and Payton describe a wild and controversial Madrid Derbi that featured goals, penalties, and much more (6:50), before Payton delves into an important Barcelona win over Sevilla that draws Barcelona back into the very top of the table and featured a golazo from their player-of-the-year candidate (29:38). Plus, Mark gets ready for the biggest game of Real Madrid's season, as they travel to Manchester to take on a struggling but always dangerous City side (50:50). 2025-02-111h 07El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastVini + Fede Golazos Beat Villarreal; Barcelona Thump AlavesMark and Payton review the latest La Liga action for the Spanish giants, including another disjointed offensive performance that nevertheless featured two goal-of-the-season contenders for Real Madrid (29:59), and Lewandowski shows his class against an overmatched Alaves side in Barcelona's win (12:03). Plus, Payton shares a tribute to a Barcelona legend (1:59), and Mark discusses more Madrid injuries (7:44). 2024-10-0846 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastMbappe's Injury, Barca's La Liga Perfection, + Massive Madrid Derby PreviewPayton celebrates a big new signing (3:47), and another fantastic continuation of Barcelona's winning ways yet again in their solid win over a rambunctious Getafe side (9:19), and Mark laments a late, massive injury for Real Madrid in their closer-than-expected victory over Alaves (24:30). Then, Payton takes a look at Barcelona's weekend trip to Pamplona to face Osasuna (40:34), and Mark delves into every angle of Real's biggest game yet of the season, a spectacular derby clash against city rival and title challenger Atletico Madrid (44:30). 2024-09-2757 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastEl Clásico Supercopa Final Review!! + Copa del Rey Round of 16 PreviewIn this jaw-dropping episode of El Clasico Podcastico, the boys Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) are here to give you everything you crave after Real Madrid absolutely trounced Barcelona in the Supercopa Final this past weekend. First, the game gets a thorough review (1:52). Then, the prop bet outcomes are revealed (22:20). Finally, the Copa del Rey round of 16 games get previewed, as Barcelona travel to play against Unionistas de Salamanca (26:02), and Real Madrid look to run it back against cross-town rivals Atletico in the Civitas Metropolitano (32:24). Mark's on cloud 9 and it's raining L's on Payton and blaugrana nation, right...2024-01-1638 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastRudiger Heads Madrid into 1st, Barcelona Squeak Las PalmasMark and Payton couldn't wait to get you their reactions from the first La Liga football following the festive break, with a couple of close wins for the clasico sides. Mark extolls the virtues of Real Madrid's self-proclaimed madman, Antonio Rudiger, as he headed home all three points for the capital club in Vini's long awaited return (30:33), and Payton gives us the full rundown of Barcelona's faults as they escape somehow with a stoppage time win over Las Palmas (6:15). Plus, the boys are frothing at the mouth for some Copa Del Rey weekend action, as Barcelona take on 4th...2024-01-0554 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastFelix's REVENGE vs Atletico Madrid! Real Take Care of Granada + La Liga Weekend PreviewIn this sterling rendition of El Clasico Podcastico, the boys Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) give you all the news, reviews, previews, and issues that occurred and are yet to come in this pivotal point of the La Liga season. First, Payton walks us through an intense and crucial game for both sides of the contest, as Barcelona took on rivals Atletico Madrid at home (5:49) and Joao Felix exacted his revenge on his former team. Then, Mark details what went down in Real Madrid's match against Granada with some unlikely heroes stepping up (28:18). Then, it's time to look...2023-12-0750 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastBlaugrana Drama In Granada + Madrid Dominate Osasuna / Can Jude Be Stopped??Welcome back, Madridistas and Culers! In this weekend wrap-up edition of El Clasico Podcastico, the boys Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) recap all the La Liga action that went down over the weekend, as the league looks to take a little international break vacation. First, Real Madrid's dominant performance at home in the Bernabeu over Granada gets an examination, as Jude Bellingham scores a brace to make it 10 goals in 10 games (4:37). Then, Barcelona's floundering draw to lowly Granada gets a thorough inspection as Payton tries to piece together what went wrong in Barca's trip away (16:44). Can anyone stop...2023-10-1138 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastReal Madrid FAIL at Atleti + Barcelona's Remontada!In this whirlwind edition of El Clasico Podcastico, the boys Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) have much discuss, as we had a wild weekend of La Liga action that changes the landscape of the Spanish league. First, Payton walks us through Barcelona's stunning last-gasp remontada over Celta Vigo (3:05), followed by Mark's lamentations concerning Real Madrid's floundering to their eternal crosstown rivals Atletico Madrid (25:30). Then, the attention turns towards the future, as Barcelona look to take on a struggling Mallorcan side away (41:28). We close it out with a preview of Real Madrid's game against newly-promoted Las Palmas and hear...2023-09-2653 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastLa Liga Kicks Off With a BANGWelcome back, Culers and Madridistas! On our opening kickoff weekend review episode, the boys Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) are here to provide all the information, entertainment, and speculation one could ask for. After starting with the latest breaking news, Mark jumps into Real Madrid's dominant performance over Athletic Bilbao (14:33). Then, Payton walks us through the disastrous farce that was Barcelona's opening weekend matchup against villainous Getafe (28:47). Then, we look ahead to week 2 as Barcelona will look to right the ship during their home opener against Cadiz (44:22), and Real Madrid travel to lovely Almeria to continue their winning w...2023-08-1555 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastBellingham's Brilliance v Man U, Barcelona's Slopfest v Arsenal + Preseason El Clasico Preview!The boys get into the Mbappe situation for a moment, and why Real Madrid are in the perfect situation, (3:37) before reviewing a spate of preseason games in their homeland, as Real Madrid's shiny new 4-4-2 rolled over Man U, courtesy a couple debutant golazos (14:01). Payton then digs into a heaping helping of defensive ineptitude, as a certain American fills his pants for the Blaugrana against Arsenal (24:23). Plus, it's an El Clasico rodeo as Barcelona take on Real Madrid in Dallas (43:33), and Payton and Mark get a little wild with an el clasico fantasy draft, to see who can...2023-07-281h 09El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastLa Liga Finale!!! Last Review/Preview of the 22/23 Season!Welcome, El Clasico Nation!! In this special season finale episode, your favorite co-hosts, Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) are here to bring you the final installment of La Liga game reviews and previews the year! First, Payton reviews the champions of Barcelona's weekend trouncing of Mallorca (9:45). Then, Mark gives us a review of Rodrygo's masterpiece over Europa Champions Sevilla (22:00). After that, we set our sights on the final games of the year, as Real Madrid look to secure 2nd place against Athletic Bilbao (33:59) and Barcelona look to make history against relegation-battling Celta Vigo (38:37). Don't miss this one, and...2023-06-0145 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastValencia Partial Stadium Ban, Barcelona in Miami, and Jude Deal Done?In a wide-ranging episode, Mark and Payton discuss the weak and long overdue measures against racism in Spanish football by La Liga (00:21), before talking over the Bellingham-Madrid deal (11:56). Payton can't wait for the Barcelona-Miami reunion, with several Blaugrana legends possibly forming a dream team at Beckham's Inter Miami (13:55). Also, Mark reviews Real Madrid's late win over Real Vallecano (18:39). Plus, prepare for this weekend's penultimate La Liga clashes with Barcelona-Mallorca (29:29), and Real Madrid-Sevilla (36:55). 2023-05-2743 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastHey Jude for Madrid? + Barcelona Close on La Liga Title & Copa Del Rey Final PreviewPayton gives us the latest twist in the Messi situation, as an unexpected rival club appears to compete for the GOAT's signature (2:46). The boys then discuss how Real appear close to landing their $120 million man (12:43). Real Madrid get sick on themselves yet again in La Liga with some embarrassing giveaways vs Sociedad (17:55), and Payton illuminates us on Barcelona's latest narrow win over inferior competition, with some hilarious misses along the way against 10 man Osasuna (30:23). Finally, Barcelona look to secure their 27th league title against Catalan rivals Espanyol (42:11), and Mark can't wait for the Copa Del Rey final on Saturday, a...2023-05-0555 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastLa Liga Review: Barcelona Best Atleti, Madrid School CeltaMark takes us through a fairly comfortable win for Carlo Ancelotti's side over a toothless Celta at a rough-and-tumble Bernabeu pitch (6:40), and Payton details Barcelona and Atletico Madrid's Vaudevillian foibles in an all around clownish performance of missed chances as Barcelona record another 1-0 win (19:20). Plus, Mark wonders about rotations as Real travel to Catalonia to face Girona (46:55), and Payton gets ready for Barcelona's surprising arch-nemisis: Rayo Vallecano (40:56). 2023-04-2556 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastEl Clásico Review: Real Remontada at the Camp Nou / Barca Blues + La Liga Weekend PreviewsThe last El Clasico of the season has come and gone, and Mark (Real Madrid) is elated as Payton (Barcelona) is deflated following Madrid's absolute shellacking of the Blaugrana in the Catalan home as Real Madrid go through to the Copa Del Rey final against Osasuna, don't miss the last El Clasico review of the season, it's a doozy (1:50). Then once the dust has settled, Payton previews Barcelona's Easter Monday bounce-back game against Girona (48:43) and to close it out Mark previews Madrid's Saturday game against a Villarreal side looking for a place in next season's Champions League (52:37). It's all...2023-04-071h 03El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastBarcelona Go EIGHT Points Clear / Madrid's Miserable Day in Mallorca + Club World Cup Preview!!!Oh boy, folks. This is a big one, and your hosts Payton (Barcelona) and Mark (Real Madrid) are here to fill you in on all the chaos from this weekend's La Liga action. First, Payton gloats over Barcelona's trouncing of Sevilla (5:15). Then, it's time for Mark to explain what the hell happened to Real Madrid as they traveled to face the stingy Mallorca defense (22:30) and discuss the state of La Liga today. Finally, it's time to turn our attention to the FIFA Club World Cup, as Real Madrid are set to take on Egyptian side Al Ahly in the...2023-02-0751 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastBarcelona and Real Madrid ESCAPE Round 17 + Copa del Rey Quarterfinals PreviewBarcelona and Real Madrid both scraped by with three points over the La Liga weekend, and Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) are here to discuss everything that went down in the tightly contested matches. First, Payton recaps Barca's game against feisty Getafe (8:45). Next, Mark goes over the close call Real Madrid scraped through against Athletic Club Bilbao (21:26). Then, all eyes turn to the quarterfinal matchups of the Copa del Rey, as Barcelona will square off against 3rd place Real Sociedad in the Spotify Camp Nou (41:21), and Real Madrid have themselves a little derby in the Santiago Bernabeu against...2023-01-2556 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastLa Liga is Back! Barcelona Suffer Lahoz Larceny/Madrid Sneak Past ValladolidWelcome to El Clasico Podcastico in 2023! New year, new energy, same soccer podcast you know and love. Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) are here to usher in the new year with everything El Clasico as the La Liga kicks off again after the World Cup break. First, Mark walks us through Real Madrid's tough first game back against Valladolid (6:30). Next, Payton discusses the disastrous performance by Lahoz and, indeed, Barcelona themselves in the Catalan Derby vs Espanyol (24:43). Then, the Copa del Rey round of 32 matches get a preview as Barcelona face off against history CF Intercity (45:05), and Real...2023-01-0257 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastMessi Wins The World Cup! + Betting Lines and Bold PredictionsLionel Messi and Argentina are Champions of the World, and Mark and Payton are here to celebrate and talk about the one tournament in which the entire world comes together for a brief moment to watch the beautiful game. And the co-hosts will discuss everything that went down as it pertains to Real Madrid and Barcelona! After going over the final and all the celebrations, they go over their El Clasico players of the tournament (10:18). Then, their World Cup betting lines get a thorough review to see who came out on top of the gambling board (12:55). Finally, Mark and Pa...2022-12-2147 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastLa Liga + Champions League Roundup - Barcelona Out, Real Madrid Up / Gerard Pique Announces Retirement!The boys of El Clasico podcastico are back from their break, as Mark (Real Madrid) returns from across the pond to discuss everything that's occurred since last episode alongside Payton (Barcelona). Major news as Gerard Pique, Barcelona's legendary center back, announces his retirement. Mark takes us through Real Madrid's struggle and possibly valid complaints vs Girona (13:00). Then Payton recaps Barcelona's last-minute Lewandowski winner to seal all three points against Valencia (31:25). Then we turn to the final round of Champions League group play, with Real Madrid's thumping win over Celtic (43:13), and Barcelona's farewell victory over Viktoria Plzen (53:23). And finally, it's...2022-11-041h 11El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastEl Clasico Review: Real Madrid Best Barcelona + Barca-Villareal PreviewMark and Payton review the titular game that has continued the downward spiral for Barcelona during the last week (00:21), as Barcelona fail in their quest to stay atop the La Liga table. We examine why Real triumphed and Barcelona failed, including some curious lineup decisions by Xavi, and the late substitutions that (almost) resulted in a point for the Blaugrana. Plus, Payton discusses Xavi's suddenly precarious position as we fire up the Sack-o-Meter (42:25), and looks ahead to a critical game against always-tough Villareal (53:12). Also, Mark reviews Real's surprisingly interesting game against Elche (48:23), and hopes for more smooth sailing for...2022-10-201h 09El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastEL CLASICO PREVIEW!!! Plus, Barcelona FAIL to Beat Inter MilanThat's right... It's time, folks!! The titular El Clasico matchup between Real Madrid (Mark) and Barcelona (Payton) gets a deep dive as the boys preview the biggest game of the season in La Liga for either side. It's number one Barcelona against number two Real Madrid. It's the game to end all games. It's for bragging rights, for respect, reputation, and for the entire history of the rivalry. First, Barcelona's Champions League agonizing contest against Inter Milan gets a run through from Payton (3:45). Then, it's time to talk El Clasico (30:00). Do not miss this episode!! 2022-10-131h 14El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastRudiger's Bloody Miracle, Barcelona v. Inter PreviewMark and Payton break down the violent last gasp goal that puts Real Madrid through to the Round of 16 in an otherwise underwhelming performance in Warsaw (31:22), and review the last round of La Liga games as the two Spanish giants joust for top spot, with Real Madrid finally overcoming Getafe away for the first time in three years (8:50), and Barcelona barely clinging on at home against Celta Vigo, featuring yet another goalkeeping masterclass from Marc Andre Ter Spider Man (17:19). Finally, Payton's nerves are jangling for Barcelona's biggest match of the season, as they require a win to just stay...2022-10-1259 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastChampions League Review: Barcelona ROBBED vs Inter Milan/Real Madrid Dominate Shakhtar DonetskIn this enthralling episode of El Clasico Podcastico, Payton (Barcelona) and Mark (Real Madrid) discuss all the headlines, action, and insights from the teams' Champions League group games, and then predict what will happen in this weekend's La Liga matchups. First, the highly controversial and hotly contested Barcelona v Inter Milan game gets a thorough review and call for justice (4:10). Then Mark takes us through Madrid's should-have-been-more contest against Shakhtar Donetsk (33:57). Then, all eyes turn to the tight La Liga race as Madrid take on cross-town rivals Getafe (49:37). Finally, Payton previews and predicts Barcelona's game against feisty Celta Vigo (55:40...2022-10-081h 05El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastInternational BREAKS Barcelona / Barca vs Mallorca & Real Madrid vs Osasuna Previews!The international break has mercifully come to an end, and in its wake we find heaps of Barcelona players, and one very important Real Madrid player. In this week's El Clasico Podcastico, Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) open the episode discussing Barcelona's injury woes following the near-meaningless international games (5:30). Then, Payton transitions into looking towards the future as he speculates what Xavi may have in mind for Barca's trip to Mallorca (12:32). Finally, Mark predicts what Ancelotti will bring to the table on Sunday against Osasuna, and what players could prove to be the difference makers (28:30). It's all right...2022-10-0145 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastLa Liga Weekend Recap: Barca and Madrid Keep Rolling / Champions League Kickoff Previews!Champions League is about to kickoff for the 22/23 season, and Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) are here to give you everything you need to know about the opening games for the El Clasico teams. But first, the weekend's La Liga games are discussed. Mark details what happened in Real Madrid's tough win against Real Betis (12:21). Then Payton takes us through Barcelona's decisive victory, and what it means for their goals this season (26:46). Finally, it's time to preview the Champions League games, with Mark previewing Madrid's opener as they travel to Glasgow, Scotland to play Celtic (49:25) and Payton predicting...2022-09-061h 07El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastLa Liga Happy Hour: Real Madrid-Real Betis, Barcelona-Sevilla PreviewsFirst, Payton reveals who has come and go for Barcelona in the latest transfer window, and Mark gets hyped for the first home game of the year for last year's La Liga champions, against 2nd place Real Betis (14:20). Then, Payton lets us in on who will shine for Barcelona's away battle against formerly tough Sevilla (25:52). 2022-09-0337 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastReal Madrid's Wild Win, Barcelona Dismantle ValladolidPayton discusses a wild transfer rumor about a Barcelona legend (7:01), before Mark dives into a drama-filled away match to an adventurous Espanyol side (16:08), and Payton can't find enough superlatives to describe Barcelona's absolute pasting of a limited Valladolid side (32:41). 2022-09-0153 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastBarcelona and Real Madrid BOTH Win 4-1! Reactions, Reflections, and Referees.On this victorious episode of El Clasico Podcastico, Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) take us through their glorious campaigns from the second La Liga weekend of the season. First, Mark reviews the Real Madrid vs Celta Vigo battle (6:52). Then, Payton helps to elucidate the chaotic back-and-forth-turned-routing that was the Barcelona vs Real Sociedad match (25:47). Finally the Barcelona vs Manchester City friendly gets a quick, yet thorough, recap (53:35). It's all right here, on El Clasico Podcastico! 2022-08-251h 04El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastEl Clasico Season Kickoff Part 2 + La Liga Week 1 Predictions!Join us in the El Clasico Casino as we finish our custom betting lines for the upcoming season (4:05), and Mark and Payton go for the moonshot as they give us their big, bold predictions for the next year (24:54). Then, Payton previews Barcelona's week 1 matchup with Rayo Vallecano (42:38), and Mark lets us know who will win as Real Madrid travel to Almeria (48:35). 2022-08-1356 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastBarcelona Clinch Champions League! Madrid Derby Gets ROWDYAs the La Liga season winds to an end, Mark and Payton stay glued to their seats, covering all of the weekend's action, transfer rumors, and more. First, Payton covers Barcelona's thrilling finale against Real Betis, including Ansu's return stunner (4:20). Next, Mark takes us through Real Madrid's mostly meaningless loss to pouting Atletico Madrid (29:59). Then Barcelona's game against Celta Vigo on 5/10 gets a deep preview from Payton as Barcelona look to the future and experiment with the youngsters (46:12). Finally, Mark and Payton discuss the Kylian Mbappe transfer news and rumors (51:18). It's all right here, on El Clasico Podcastico!2022-05-1055 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastReal Madrid Nearly There, But Can They Win Mbappe? Barca Win v Real Sociedad, Is Xavi-Ball Back?Real Madrid and Barcelona took care of business over the week in La Liga, and the boys are here for it. First, Payton breaks down the Barcelona victory at Real Sociedad on Thursday, and the hefty toll it took on Barca's defensive line (3:45). Then, Mark and Payton discuss the Mbappe transfer saga (22:13) and what the odds are he still transfers to Madrid. Next, Mark walks us through Madrid's turbulent victory away over Osasuna (34:42). To finish this week's action off, Payton previews Barcelona's game against 14th Rayo Vallecano (47:15). It's all right here, on El Clasico Podcastico!2022-04-2353 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastThe Flying Dutchman Saves Barca, + Real-Madrid vs. Chelsea UCL PreviewAnother exciting weekend of La Liga action warms Mark and Payton's little hearts as their teams both managed to win despite resting key players ahead of massive European midweek games, as Real Madrid took care of business against Getafe (6:14), and Barcelona needed all 90 minutes in a 5 goal thriller against Levante (16:05). Plus - Mark looks ahead to an incredibly tense 2nd leg as Real Madrid attempt to put away a resurgent Chelsea team and reach the Champions League Semifinals (40:14). Who will start? Who will win? Who will score? We have all the answers and more, on El Clasico Podcastico!2022-04-1254 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastBenzema Breaks Chelsea/Barcelona Damp in FrankfurtMark walks us through yet another legend-building performance by Karim Benzema in Real Madrid's best win of the year over Chelsea in the Champions League (7:48). Then, Payton breaks down what went right, and everything that went very wrong in Barcelona's Europa League contest against the strong German side of Eintracht Frankfurt (54:00). Plus, it's onwards to this weekend's La Liga action! Payton previews Barcelona's matchup against relegation-likely Levante as the blaugrana travel to play in Valencia (1:11:22). And finally Mark makes his predictions for Madrid's game against feisty Getafe (1:20:20). 2022-04-091h 30El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastReal Madrid-Chelsea Champions League Preview + Pedri's Wonder Goal, Le K's PKsJoin your favorite hosts for a lively review of some wild weekend La Liga action, as Mark wonders what Payton's Barcelona brain thinks about Real Madrid's legion of penalty decisions in a close contest against Celta Vigo (4:44). Plus, the boys are blown away by one of Barcelona's youngest players scoring one of their best, and most important goals of the season in a battle for second place against Sevilla, and is stunned at Xavi's results thus far (28:37). Also, we get foamy at the mouth for a frothy Champions League date with a certained sanctioned Chelsea Football Club, as Real...2022-04-051h 13El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastEl Clasico Preview Happy Hour! + Live DraftJoin your favorite football friends for a sloppy hour of talk about the most historic matchup in sports history - its el clasico! Xavi's men are coming in on an 11 game unbeaten run, while Ancelotti's Los Blancos are hungry to complete a record-breaking sixth straight win against their eternal rivals. Also - Payton reviews an important Europa League comeback against Galatasaray as Barca continue their quest for some silverware this year (8:29), before previewing the big game itself, including lineups, tactical battles to watch, and predictions (28:04) and Payton and Mark have the most fun they can remember as they complete...2022-03-191h 39El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastEl Clasico Happy Hour: Are Barca Back? Can Mbappe Resist PSG?Join the boys for a tipsy discussion on whether Barcelona are officially back after some a pair of dominant wins over Napoli (7:20) and Athletic Club (48:00), and if Mbappe is still going to Real Madrid after PSG submits an absolutely absurd offer and Mark and Payton play "what would you do??" if they were Mbappe and Haaland decide their futures this summer (1:06:40). Also, Real Madrid struggle in a close win at Rayo Vallecano (33:40). Plus - Mark previews a big game against Champions League challenger Real Sociedad (1:20:20) and Payton bets big for Barcelona against Elche (1:24:59). Place your bets (figuratively, of course...2022-03-051h 31El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastEl Clasico's Copa del SHAME / La Liga Action Returns!In a content-packed edition of El Clasico Podcastico, the boys bring you a meaty episode of your favorite Barcelona and Real Madrid focused podcast, and you don't want to miss this one! New signings, breaking news stories, and three whole game reviews coming right at your ears for your listening pleasure. First, Mark takes us through yet another Real Madrid Copa failure, this time against Athletic Bilbao (12:54). Payton walks us through what was perhaps Barcelona's best game yet under the Xavi regime as the blaugrana took on fierce rivals Atletico Madrid inside the Spotify Camp Nou (32:15). Then, Mark analyzes...2022-02-091h 27El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastEl Clásico Mid-Season Espectacular! - Part 2Mark and Payton are back and riding the lightning as La Liga gets underway after the holiday break. Payton discusses Barca's last game of 2021, a hotly contested bout against Sevilla (4:30). Mark takes us through Real Madrid's first game of 2022 in a doozy against lowly Getafe (17:00), and then Payton does the same as Barcelona barely edged Mallorca in a thrilling game (29:50). Then the boys discuss the tournament results as Real Madrid and Barcelona both throw their hats in the ring for the round of 32 in the Copa Del Rey, with Real's first game against last year's giant-killers, Alcoyano (42:05) and Barcelona's...2022-01-061h 31El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastEl Clásico Mid-Season Espectacular! - Part 1Mark and Payton are buzzing after a wild first half of the La Liga season has Real Madrid at the top and Barcelona in the hunt for a Champions League place. The boys first dig into the latest transfer news and rumors, including an apparent brewing battle between the Spanish giants for Haaland's signature, and we put percentages on the chances he joins Mbappe at Real Madrid next season (12:30). Plus - we cover some recent results, including Real Madrid-Cadiz (1:00:10) and Barcelona-Elche (34:56). Also, Mark and Payton look back at their pre-season "bold predictions" to see how they've fared so far (1:08:12...2021-12-291h 23El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastReal Squash Atleti, Barcelona's Late Faceplant vs. Osasuna, Haaland to Barca?The boys are back again to talk about another thrilling weekend of La Liga football, as Real Madrid took on Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid in the first el derbi of the season, and put on a counter attacking masterclass (6:59). Then, Payton discusses Barcelona's improved play looked like they had an important win over Osasuna, but found a way to give it away (30:56). Also - Mark previews this weekend's upcoming Real Madrid-Cadiz match (55:47) and Payton gives his predictions for Barcelona-Elche (1:09:04), and mull over some interesting transfer news, with Barcelona figuring out a way to make Haaland their main man (47:30), and a...2021-12-151h 15El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastBarcelona OUT of Champions League!! Real Madrid Keep on RollingBarcelona take several steps backwards this week, falling to Real Betis and then getting trounced by Bayern Munich to get knocked out of the Champions League, and into Europa for the first time since before Messi stepped onto the pitch for the Blaugrana. The boys go over all that is Barca's misery, the implications going forward, and much more. Mark and Payton also discuss Real Madrid's winning ways in both Champions League and La Liga, how Ancelotti is addressing his starting XI, and both teams' prospects heading into the second half of the season. Don't miss this classic episode...2021-12-101h 48El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastVini's Thunderbolt, Depay Saves Barca, Plus Weekend PreviewsMark and Payton review the latest dramatic wins for their historic teams, as a late strikes save all three points for Xavi & co. against a slick Villareal side helmed by probably-a-vampire Unai Emery (5:40), and Mark gushes over the latest unbelievable goal by a certain young Brazilian in a possible title-deciding comeback for Los Blancos against Sevilla (38:20), before diving into an incredible escape as Real Madrid somehow hang on against Athletic Club (1:07:11) . Plus - the boys preview the weekends fixtures, with Barcelona taking on Real Betis (1:24:11), and Real Madrid in a top-of-the-table clash against Real Sociedad (1:33:22). 2021-12-041h 41El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastLa Liga Week 14 Preview: Xavi's First Game, Real Madrid vs. GranadaYour favorite soccer hosts are well rested from yet another international break and are ready for another round of La Liga football! Payton makes some bold predictions for the first game of the Xavi era, and goes through all the lineup decisions the brand new coach will have to consider as he tries to steer Barcelona away from the bottom of the table, and Payton strategizes how he will watch the game while attending a wedding (4:51). Then, Mark is wowed by Hazard and Bale's incredible ability to never be healthy, and wonders if Real Madrid can shake off the...2021-11-2037 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastBallon d'BenzemaStrap in for a wild ride through the first 35% of Real Madrid's season as Mark and Payton guide you through all the top players, storylines, and statistics that you need to know (11:08). Listen in as Mark unveils his two key explanations for Real Madrid's surprisingly strong start in La Liga and Champions League so far. Also - Payton reveals some interesting info about Barcelona's newest (old) signing (5:40). 2021-11-161h 15El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastKoeman Out, Vini Jr. SuperstarJoin your favorite silly soccer hosts as they dive into the last weeks' rounds of fixtures, with Payton revealing his feelings on Ronald Koeman being finally fired after a year and a half as Barcelona coach (0:06). The boys then dive into the blaugrana's most recent games against Rayo Vallecano (4:30) and Alaves (28:20) and Payton tries to figure out if Barcelona can make a push for the champions league places or if this will be a truly historically bad season. Also - Mark reviews Real Madrid's El Clasico hangover against Osasuna and wonders why Madrid struggle so much against organized opposition (19:11...2021-11-021h 29El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastBenfica Stun Barcelona - When Will Koeman Go? Plus Atleti-Barca PreviewPayton can't figure out the baffling in-game and lineup decisions that led to Barcelona's historic defeat in Lisbon (00:49), as Barcelona start off their Champions League campaign with two losses for the first time, and we dial up the sack-o-meter to see when exactly Koeman may be replaced, and with who. Also, we look ahead to the first big La Liga matchup of the season, and Payton makes his predictions as Barcelona limp into the Wanda Metropolitano to take on Atletico Madrid (37:50). Plus, Mark is excited about a certain German's return to Real Madrid's starting lineup as Real Madrid l...2021-10-0155 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastUCL Round 1: Madrid's Epic Win, Bayern Breeze Past BarcaGrab a bowl because the boys have a big ole pot of analysis for ya after Real Madrid win a fantastic back and forth game at the death in Milan against the Italian champions (40:01), and Payton tries to take some silver lining from his teams' capitulation in the Nou Camp to the unstoppable Bavarians (5:13). Also, Mark gives his predictions for Real Madrid's match this Sunday against Valencia in the infamous Mestalla (1:07:26), and Payton has revenge on the mind as Barcelona face Granada, the side who knocked them out of title contention in La Liga last year (1:11:53). 2021-09-181h 21El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastLa Liga Week 1 Review: Are Hazard and Bale Still Good?/ Pique and Braithwaite DominatePayton and Mark can barely contain their excitement as the first week of La Liga action is finally here! And it was an exciting week 1 full of goals for both teams, as Carlo Ancelotti's gamble with some old wingers pays off (5:50), and Payton had to ride some waves during Barcelona's match against Real Sociedad, which looked a stroll before turning into something more sinister right near the end (23:48). Plus - the boys discuss some the probable transfer of Martin Odegaard to Arsenal and the less-probable transfer of Mbappe to Real Madrid (39:18).2021-08-1847 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastLa Liga Season Preview Spectacular Part 2: Messi Chaos, Betting Lines, and Week 1 Games!The boys are left agape in horror at the unbelievable exit of Lionel Messi to PSG, and the financial chaos that left Barcelona in this sad state, (4:34), before talking generally about their expectations for their somewhat beleaguered superclubs and the state of play in general in Europe as each of Barcelona and Real Madrid had a club legend plucked away over the summer by PSG. Then they get into the jolliest part of the season as they each place their bets on our very own made up betting lines for the upcoming La Liga season. Grab a pencil and...2021-08-121h 13El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastLess Money, More Problems: Barcelona's Salary Cap CrisisMark and Payton break down the incredible financial situation the Catalans find themselves in as La Liga imposes a 66% salary cut on the famous squad for the upcoming season. Will President Laporta be able to register Messi's new contract in time for the start of the season? Will Antoine Griezmann return to his old club Atletico Madrid for basically nothing? Payton gives his take on all the financial issues facing his beloved blaugrana as the season swiftly approaches. Also: Mark discusses Real Madrid's recent sale of Raphael Varane, whether that means an Mbappe signing is imminent, and what the...2021-07-2943 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastThe 2nd Annual El Clasico Awards! Plus Zidane Quits Madrid, Koeman RumorsThe stars are out tonight! Eden Hazard is already drunk, and Luis Suarez is eating ice cream from the La Liga trophy as Mark and Payton host the 2nd ever El Clasico awards night (00:18). Join your dissapointed but proud soccer hosts as they relive the thrills, and many spills, of Barcelona and Real Madrid this season and hand out scores of awards to deserving players. Also, the boys get into the stunning news that Zinedine Zidane has quit as Madrid boss for the second time, and Payton dishes on rumours that Koeman could be soon on his way out...2021-05-281h 48El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastLa Liga Final Day Drama: Can Real Overtake Atleti?Join the boys as they break down the very last round of La Liga action as Real Madrid look to overtake their local rivals and steal away the crown. Mark gets into all of the scenarios for both Atletico's game against Valladolid and Real Madrid's against Villareal (21:25), but he's sure that however it turns out, it will go down to the last few minutes to make for a thrilling conclusion to the season. Payton also previews Barcelona's last game of the season against already-relegated Eibar (9:59). Plus - Payton and Mark discuss the state of Barcelona, some new coaching options...2021-05-2143 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastUCL Semifinal Review: Real Madrid-Chelsea/ Plus Barcelona Toss Title In TrashJoin Mark and Payton as they break down the big chances in an initially thrilling 1-1 Champions League semifinal matchup between Chelsea and the Spanish Champions (13:00). Also, Payton laments his team's missed opportunities early and strange defending as Barcelona throw away their control of the title race with a 2-1 loss at middling Granada (42:59). Also - Mark revels in Madrid's big new signing (2:37), and Payton reveals some unexpected new solutions to Barcelona's money troubles (8:57). Then the boys preview the next slate of La Liga games as four teams duke it out for the title with just five games l...2021-04-301h 20El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastA Four Team La Liga Title Race? Plus Not-So-Super LeagueThe boys dive into the strange and confusing world that is the already defunct Super League (00:07), and discuss the reasons why Real and Barcelona are still holding out for an idea that was dead on arrival. Also, there is football to discuss as its one of the most exciting La Liga title races in memory, as four teams battle it out with just one month to go to crown a champion. Mark thanks Real Madrid for saving his heart health with an easy 3-0 stroll over Cadiz (19:47), and Payton wonders where this Sergio Busquets has been all year as...2021-04-231h 08El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastEuropean Super League: Wait, what just happened?The boys are in crisis as they scramble to figure out what the heck their teams deciding to join a breakaway league of elite clubs means. They explore every angle for and against it, including the corruption and waste of the current FIFA and UEFA systems, but also the lack of any meritocracy in the proposed ESL. Mark and Payton also openly question their continued fandom in the wake of the extraordinary news, as their clubs shock their own history, fans, and players in the search of more income. Also: Mark proposes his own league structure that will fix...2021-04-201h 13El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastChamps League Recapico: Real Madrid Into The Semifinals! Plus Copa Final PreviewJoin your favorite American soccer fiends as they discuss Real Madrid's dull but effective 0-0 draw over Liverpool to reach the Champions League semifinals on aggregate 3-1. Mark and Payton discuss the lineups, key performances, and what it all means going into the semifinals. Then Payton previews Barcelona's date with Athletic Bilbao in the Copa Del Rey Final (34:47), and Mark looks ahead to Madrid's weekend clash with Getafe (50:25).2021-04-1657 minEl Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastEpic El Clasico Review & Analysis: Real Madrid's Counterattack MasterclassMark and Payton delve into every angle of Madrid's epic 2-1 win over their eternal rivals, including all the dribbles, chances, and goals from one of the best el clasicos in years. The boys discuss Barcelona's nearly-there possession game, Real Madrid's brilliant and constant attacks on the break, and what happened in the tunnel after the game. Payton also explains why he wants the constant moaning by Barcelona's senior players and leaders to stop, and face up to their failures in big games this year. Also: Mark previews yet another huge game for Real Madrid as his exhausted team...2021-04-131h 39El Clásico Podcastico: a Barcelona and Real Madrid podcastThe Biggest El Clasico in Years? Plus Liverpool-Real Madrid ReviewYour favorite soccer dummies are mega hyped for the upcoming clash of the two most in-form teams in La Liga, Real Madrid and Barcelona. Mark and Payton discuss how rare it is to have an el clasico with this much importance to the table, what their keys to victory are for each of their teams, the matchups to watch, how they're each feeling about their teams chances, and of course, their predictions and goal scorers (35:20). Also: Mark wonders where Liverpool's famed press was as Toni Kroos sliced and diced Jurgen Klopps side 3-1 to give Real their biggest Champions...2021-04-091h 13