Shows
Stadio: A Football PodcastArsenal's UWCL, Napoli's Serie A, Premier League Final Day and More!As the domestic seasons wrap up in Europe, Musa and Ryan begin with a quick Stadio curse update. Then, it’s on to Arsenal winning the Women’s Champions League for the first time in 18 years (03:56), with a 1-0 win over Barcelona in Lisbon, as well as looking at the incredible job Renée Slegers has done since taking over as head coach. They move on to a brilliant Napoli Scudetto win, thanks to goals from Romelu Lukaku and Serie A MVP Scott McTominay (21:09), there’s the Premier League final day (32:22), Ancelotti's goodbye, Alonso's arrival, the Erik ten Hag news an...2025-05-2656 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastPure Joy for Palace, Goodbyes Galore, and Much More!It’s a busy show this week, as Musa and Ryan each do their best to battle through heavy colds! They begin with an email about the Stadio curse before chatting about the first major trophy for Crystal Palace, who won the men’s FA Cup against Manchester City on Saturday at Wembley (09:06). They then talk about the Premier League a bit, most notably Goodison Park’s final Premier League game (25:11), Jamie Vardy’s 200th goal in his Leicester City home goodbye, and some other farewells. Next up, it’s over to Berlin, where they discuss their day at the Förste...2025-05-1947 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastBologna’s First Coppa Italia in 51 Years, Ancelotti to Brazil and More!Musa and Ryan begin with Bologna winning their first Coppa Italia in 51 years, following a 1-0 win over Milan at the Stadio Olimpico (01:24), before shouting out Galatasaray’s Turkish Cup win and some other stuff from this week (12:07). They then chat about Carlo Ancelotti taking over the Brazil men’s national side (15:17) and look ahead to some great stories this weekend (28:25), including the FA Cup final, Union Berlin Frauen, Vermont Green’s first game of the season and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-05-1540 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastPSG Through to the Champions League Final, Trent Confirms His Liverpool Exit, and More!Musa and Ryan are joined by Flo Lloyd-Hughes, making her Stadio debut to chat about PSG’s 3-1 aggregate win over Arsenal to go through to the Champions League final (01:30). They also discuss Inter’s win over Barcelona (22:40), look ahead to the final, and talk about Trent Alexander-Arnold, who confirmed that he’ll be leaving Liverpool at the end of the season (29:06). Finally, they revisit Arsenal, as Musa and Flo ask Ryan for his final thoughts on them now that the season is done, bar playing for a second-place finish (40:24). Hosted on Acast. See acast...2025-05-0850 min
STADIO SpeaksShaping Tomorrow: A Conversation on STADIO’s New Engineering QualificationsSTADIO Speaks is back with an exciting episode featuring Prof Herman Vermaak and Marga de Vos! Join us as we dive into the world of engineering and architecture and explore STADIO’s brand-new qualifications:🔧 Higher Certificate in Mechatronic Engineering🌱 Higher Certificate in Renewable Energy EngineeringDon’t miss this insightful conversation shaping the future of innovation and design! 2025-04-1649 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastAtalanta Show Up at Juve, All Square at Old Trafford, and Much MoreMusa and Ryan are on the road, but also back to recap a weekend that included meeting some of you amazing 'Stadio' listeners in New York City! They chat about Atalanta’s amazing 4-0 win against Juventus in Turin (04:28), no home Bundesliga wins for a second match day in a row (13:21), and Atleti missing an opportunity to return to the top of La Liga after losing late at Getafe (17:15). They also head to the Premier League, where the Mo Salah stats are back (21:04), Liverpool have all but won the league, and it was all square in the 'Stadio' derby at...2025-03-1140 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastEpisode 500 Mailbag: Managers, Sporting Directors, Food, Dream Guests and Dream Games!It’s Episode 500 of 'Stadio'! Musa and Ryan begin by rounding up some midweek football (04:24), before getting into the mailbag. They answer questions on who the most ’Stadio’ manager is (16:47), leading to a discussion about Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona era and his stock as a manager since. Plus, questions on dream 'Stadio' guests (25:19), being the Milan sporting director (30:28), Neymar’s career (35:18), and what games they want to attend next season (39:53). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-2746 min
STADIO SpeaksSTADIO CFO, Ishak Kula’s Inspiring Journey & Leadership Lessons 🎙️💡In this episode, host Kaniysa sits down with Ishak Kula, CFO of STADIO, to talk about his career journey, overcoming challenges and inspiring the next generation of leaders. Plus, we lighten things up with a fun This or That segment!
🎧 Tune in for insights, motivation and a behind-the-scenes look at leadership in action. Don’t forget to subscribe and share!
2025-01-3038 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastBayindir's Penalty Saves Help Man Utd Past ArsenalYou may have heard there was another 'Stadio' derby this weekend, so Musa and Ryan chat about Manchester United’s penalty shootout win over Arsenal in the FA Cup third round (02:48). They discuss some familiar Arsenal problems before moving on to praise for Altay Bayindir's two penalty saves and United playing for an hour down to 10. They shout-out some other results in the Cup (22:04); David Moyes’s Everton return (25:08), Atleti going top of La Liga; the Bundesliga’s return (31:48); and a couple of transfer requests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...2025-01-1346 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastFootball Things to Be Grateful for 2024It’s one of our favourite shows of the year: Musa and Ryan are back with another end-of-year list of football things to be grateful for! They read through over 50 listener submissions showcasing football-related moments of joy, sentimentality, and even grief from the past year. Listen for tales of taking children to their first-ever games, playing podcasts for beloved pets, love for teams, players, experiences, and much more. It’s a bumper edition this year, at over 100 minutes. So settle in, get cozy, and enjoy one of our 'Stadio' holiday traditions! Thank you to everyone for sending them in, and...2024-12-291h 44
Stadio: A Football PodcastArsenal Win the Stadio Derby, and the Thriller-Upon-TyneIt was the first 'Stadio' derby of the season, and—even though it wasn't the best game of the week—Musa and Ryan begin with Arsenal’s 2-0 win over Manchester United (03:39) before heading to Newcastle, where there was a six-goal thriller with Liverpool (19:26). They recap wins for Chelsea and Man City before heading to Spain and Germany (32:40), where Bayern lost to Leverkusen in the Pokal and Athletic Club beat Real Madrid in La Liga for the first time in nine years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-0546 min
STADIO SpeaksBuilding Futures with Architect Landseer Collen 🌟Join host Kanyisa as she sits down with visionary architect and BPas Director, Landseer Collen, to discuss the groundbreaking design of the new STADIO Durbanville Campus. Discover how innovation, sustainability and student-centered design are shaping this state-of-the-art learning space. Plus, dive into Landseer’s inspiring journey, career insights and advice for aspiring architects and engineers.
🎧 Tune in to explore how the future of education is being built - one brilliant design at a time!2024-11-2249 min
STADIO SpeaksBreaking Into Digital Development: Tech Trends and Career Insights with FJ Lessing🎧 Ready to dive into the future of digital development? Join host Kanyisa and special guest FJ Lessing, Head of Development at Brave Digital, as they explore tech trends, leadership and expert advice for students looking to break into the tech world. Don't miss this inspiring episode of STADIO Speaks! 🚀💻
#STADIOSpeaks #DigitalDevelopment #TechTalk #Leadership #FutureOfTech2024-10-1549 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastGoal Machine Gabriel and Long-Range BangersMusa and Ryan begin with a quick Premier League roundup (03:18), including shout-outs for the bangers from Jhon Duran for Aston Villa and Harvey Barnes, Nottingham Forest’s first win at Anfield in 55 years, and wins for Newcastle, Manchester City, and Manchester United. They then move on to Arsenal’s third straight North London Derby away win, thanks to Gabriel’s header (18:20), before heading to La Liga (30:46), where Barcelona continue to impress, the Bundesliga (37:40), and Serie A (40:44). Also, as the expanded Champions League format debuts, there’s a very quick and silly idea for what a Stadio league would look like!2024-09-1652 min
STADIO SpeaksFrom Stats to SuperSport: Kelvin Watt on Leading the Future of School Sports🎙️ In the latest episode of STADIO Speaks,
we sit down with Kelvin Watt, CEO of SuperSport Schools, to dive deep into his fascinating journey from sports research and stats to leading one of the most impactful sports broadcasting platforms in Southern Africa. From his early days in production, including his role as the producer of the Dan Nicholl Show, to his passion for school sports and vision for the future, Kelvin shares insights that will inspire anyone interested in the sports industry.
Tune in to hear about the innovative role of technology, the
evolving sports landsc...2024-09-031h 09
STADIO SpeaksEmpowering Women in Academia: Prof. Divya Singh's Inspiring Journey and Leadership InsightsIn celebration of Women's Month, we're honoured to feature
Prof. Divya Singh, Chief Academic Officer at STADIO Higher Education, on our latest STADIO Speaks episode! 🌟
Prof. Singh shares her inspiring journey to academia,
memorable achievements and invaluable advice for aspiring women leaders. Tune in as she discusses overcoming gender-related barriers, strategies for empowering women in leadership and personal stories of inspiration. Join us for
this empowering conversation! 🎙️✨ 2024-07-3151 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastSpain win the Euros and make historyIn the early morning after the night before, it’s another Stadio x Wrighty’s House crossover podcast, where Ryan and Ian Wright talk about Spain beating England to win the Euros for a record fourth time (00:58). They chat about the brilliance of Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams, Dani Olmo and the rest of the key players, before moving onto England going close yet again. There will be another Stadio going up Tuesday, where Ryan and Musa will talk about the Euros and Copa América!Hosts: Ryan Hunn and Musa OkwongaProducer: Ryan Hunn...2024-07-1531 min
STADIO SpeaksA Journey Through Fashion with Theo NgobzJoin host Kanyisa on this enlightening episode of STADIO Speaks as she sits down with Theo Ngobz, the visionary behind the Mr. Slimfit brand. From his inspiration and challenges in starting out to his insights on the fashion industry, Theo shares his personal journey and the story behind his successful fashion label. Discover what sets Mr. Slimfit apart, the impact of his collaboration with the STADIO School of Fashion and his advice for young designers. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with wisdom, future plans and the legacy Theo hopes to leave in the world of fashion. Don't...2024-07-081h 06
Stadio: A Football PodcastAnother Semifinal for England, Where the Netherlands WaitWith Musa away, it’s a Wrighty’s House x Stadio crossover! Ryan is joined by Ian Wright to talk about England getting through to a third semifinal in four tournaments following their penalty-shootout win against Switzerland (01:07). They praise the penalties, the save from Jordan Pickford, and more, before looking ahead to the Netherlands. Ian was in the Olympiastadion to witness their win over Turkey in a vastly different quarterfinal, and he talks about the atmosphere, the game, and more (00:00).Host: Ryan HunnGuest: Ian WrightProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production: Jona...2024-07-0735 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastThe Quarterfinals Are SetMusa and Ryan chat about Turkey’s 2-1 win over Austria, which will send Ralf Rangnick’s side home even though they were being tipped to go far (03:00). They also chat about the Netherlands’ impressive 3-0 win over Romania (12:17), before looking ahead to the quarterfinals, including Spain vs. Germany and whether England will have to change things for the Switzerland game.p.s. Don’t forget to preorder the new Stadio merch here!Hosts: Ryan Hunn and Musa OkwongaProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more abo...2024-07-0339 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastLate Goals Have Entered the ChatMusa and Ryan look back at a host of dramatic late goals, which saw Italy all but eliminate Croatia (07:14), Scotland go out and Germany top their group. They recap some other games since the last show and read out more of your wonderful Euro XIs, with even more self-imposed restrictions (33:48)! Don’t forget to preorder the new Stadio merch here.Hosts: Ryan Hunn and Musa OkwongaProducer: Ryan Hunn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-2546 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastUnexpected Classics, and Some Favourites StruggleMusa and Ryan round-up the goings on from Euro 2024 this week, beginning with the Netherlands and France’s 0-0 draw (02:21). They then move on to some thoughts about England, the wonderful Türkiye v Georgia game and more, before wrapping up on some more of your Euro XIs (36:39). Don’t forget to pre-order the new Stadio merch here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-2250 min
STADIO SpeaksRugby Revelations: Inside the Minds of DHL Stormers - Evan Roos & Junior PokomelaJoin us on STADIO Speaks as we delve deep into the minds of DHL Stormers' stars, Evan Roos and Junior Pokomela. From superpowers on the rugby field to balancing professional rugby with higher education at STADIO, we
explore the journeys, insights and passions of these exceptional athletes.
Tune in to STADIO Speaks for an insightful and entertaining
conversation with two of rugby's brightest talents, offering a unique glimpse into the lives of professional athletes navigating the worlds of sport and academia. 2024-04-3038 min
STADIO SpeaksBehind the Screen: The Story of STADIO's Chief Information Officer, Merwe RouxJoin us for the latest episode of STADIO Speaks, where we
explore the nuances of the Chief Information Officer role with Merwe Roux, the creative force shaping STADIO Higher Education's tech environment. Gain insight
into the leadership required for technological initiatives within education. We also uncover Merwe’s personal interests and hobbies beyond the office, discovering the activities that provide him with balance and vitality.2024-03-2725 min
STADIO SpeaksUnlocking the Future: A Conversation with Merie Sutherland on Generation Alpha & BeyondJoin us on STADIO Speaks for an enlightening conversation with Merie Sutherland as we explore the future of academia and Generation Alpha! 🚀 Tune in as we dive into Merie's academic journey, her groundbreaking research on Gen Alpha and insights on future trends and technology consumption. Don't miss out! 🌟📚
2024-02-2819 min
STADIO SpeaksDive into the Future of Education with CEO, Chris VorsterEmbark on a journey through the life and vision of Chris Vorster, CEO of STADIO Higher Education, in this special episode of STADIO Speaks. From his early influences to pivotal career milestones, delve into the business mindset shaping STADIO's success, the innovative initiatives enhancing educational experiences and a glimpse into the future of education. Join us for a captivating conversation on leadership principles, staying ahead in the ever-evolving education landscape, community engagement and valuable advice for aspiring leaders. Plus, discover the personal reflections and impactful moments that have shaped Chris's inspiring journey both professionally and personally. Don't miss this...2024-02-0236 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastXavi to Leave BarcelonaIt’s the 400th episode of 'Stadio,' and there are some very on-brand subjects to get into. Musa and Ryan quickly shout out Marie-Louise Eta, who became the first woman to take charge of a men’s Bundesliga side as she guided Union to a 1-0 win over Darmstadt (04:07). Then, it’s on to Xavi’s announcement that he will leave his role as Barcelona manager at the end of the season, before they move on to some Premier League (23:20), Women’s Champions League and AFCON games from the week so far. They wrap up on some talk about the...2024-01-3154 min
STADIO SpeaksUnlocking the Power of Education with Marjorie TlaliTune in to an enlightening episode of STADIO Speaks with our esteemed guest, Marjorie Tlali. Hosted by Kanyisa, this episode delves deep into Marjorie's remarkable journey and the transformative influence of education. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation!
As we draw the curtains on another riveting episode, we extend our sincere gratitude to Marjorie for her invaluable insights on education. Her story resonates with the transformative force of learning. ✨
If Marjorie's wisdom moved you, make sure to subscribe to STADIO Speaks on your favourite podcast platform for more illuminating discussions. 🔊
To all our l...2023-12-0816 min
STADIO SpeaksJourney of Inspiration: Unveiling the Heart of Teaching with STADIO School of Education students, Carla & MicaelaJoin us as we delve into Carla and Micaela’s profound narrative, tracing their passion for education and the pivotal moments
that shaped their journey into becoming teachers. In an insightful
conversation, Carla and Micaela sheds light on the significance of studying education, emphasising the transformative power teachers hold in shaping young lives and contributing to society.
Discover the valuable lessons they have learned, the teachers who've impacted them and their vision for using AI in education.
Tune in for a heartfelt message of encouragement to all education students as we end off World Teachers' Mo...2023-10-3127 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastWrighty's House: Arsenal’s Champions League Return, Manchester United Lose Again, and the Latest Goings-On at the Spanish FAThere’s no Ryan today, so here’s a Stadio x Wrighty’s House crossover, where Musa joined Ian Wright and Flo Lloyd-Hughes.----Ian is joined by Flo Lloyd-Hughes and Musa Okwonga to discuss Arsenal’s 4-0 win over PSV as Champions League football is played for the first time since 2016-17 under the floodlights at the Emirates (02:05). They try to put their finger on the main issues at Manchester United as their struggles continue with a 4-3 defeat at Bayern Munich (18;37), before Flo brings us up to speed on the state of play in Spain...2023-09-2154 min
STADIO SpeaksSTADIO Speaks: Unveiling the Visionary Marketer - Atelisha HarilalWe are thrilled to introduce episode 3 of STADIO Speaks, where we delve into the dynamic world of marketing, education and leadership. In this episode, we are honoured to feature Atelisha Harilal, the Head of Marketing and Student Recruitment at STADIO.
STADIO Speaks is your gateway to exclusive conversations with visionary leaders, exploring their career journeys, insights and the strategies that have driven their success. Atelisha Harilal's episode promises to be a captivating exploration of the ever-evolving field of marketing in the education sector.2023-09-2026 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastArsenal Beat Manchester United in the Stadio Derby and More Bellingham BrillianceMusa and Ryan begin with a couple of bits from the weekend before turning their attention to the Stadio Derby, which saw Arsenal seal a late win against Manchester United at Emirates Stadium (04:45). They chat about the main takeaways from the performances, the key decisions and the questions left of Erik ten Hag’s side. They then round up some great Premier League football (28:11), which saw big wins for Nottingham Forest, Spurs, Liverpool, and Brighton, and left many managers with plenty to figure out going into the first international break. Finally, they talk about some other goings on around Eu...2023-09-0458 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastWe Are So Back! Nùñez Unleashes 'Pundemonium' and the Ongoing Rubiales SituationMusa and Ryan are back with the first Stadio of the season and begin with a little bit of a general catch up (01:00). They then discuss navigating some of the off-field issues that dominated the summer (09:54), focussing on the Rubiales situation in Spain. Next, it’s onto Liverpool’s dramatic comeback against Newcastle (26:25), rounding up some of the weekend’s football and giving some shoutouts (46:08).Hosts: Ryan Hunn and Musa OkwongaProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Ho...2023-08-2859 min
STADIO SpeaksSTADIO Speaks: Unveiling the Mind of STADIO Chief Financial Officer - Samara TotaramJoin us for episode 2 of STADIO Speaks, where we dive into the world of business, leadership and success stories. Our next episode features an insightful conversation with an exceptional leader, Samara Totaram, the Chief Financial Officer at STADIO Higher Education.
In this episode, Samara provides a deep dive into her role as CFO, discussing the intricacies of financial leadership, effective decision-making and the evolving landscape of corporate finance. She offers practical advice for aspiring financial leaders, talks about her approach to balancing responsibilities and reflects on the importance of fostering a collaborative work culture.
Tune...2023-08-2529 min
STADIO SpeaksIntroducing STADIO Speaks: A Journey with Zola BuddWe are thrilled to announce the launch of our latest podcast series, STADIO Speaks, featuring none other than the legendary runner, Zola Budd. As we delve into the world of athletics, personal triumphs and inspiring stories, we invite you to join us on this captivating journey.In this episode, Zola opens up about her early days of running barefoot, her
record-breaking achievements and the challenges she faced throughout her career. She also reflects on the importance of perseverance, the power of self-belief and the impact of her experiences on her life beyond the track.2023-08-2127 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastA 'Stadio' x 'Tifo' Chat, With Joe Devine and Seb Stafford-BloorFor the final episode of this season, Musa and Ryan team up with Joe Devine and Seb Stafford-Bloor, for a 'Tifo' x 'Stadio' special! There’s some mutual admiration to begin, plus why the 'Tifo Football Podcast' is stopping in its current format (07:37), the differences between the 'Tifo' and 'Stadio' process, especially audio-only versus video (13:09) and the creative goals of both (24:02). They then wrap up on some highlights of football things and work things from the season (38:18).Hosts: Ryan Hunn and Musa OkwongaGuests: Joe Devine and Seb Stafford-BloorProducer: Ryan Hunn...2023-06-1551 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastEnd of Season Mailbag: Time Wasting, Reimagining Football (Again), Pep's Barca Vs. Pep's City and MoreIt’s the penultimate episode of this season, so Musa and Ryan open up the mailbag one last time. They answer questions on the Europa League creating disruptive students (02:58), Manchester United and Jadon Sancho’s progress (04:54), which fanbase should be the most excited for next season (10:47) and Spurs and Ange Postecoglou (15:33). They also discuss Pep’s Manchester City versus Pep’s Barcelona (21:16), how to combat time wasting (34:41), the health of football overall and what can be done (42:24), plus some highlights of the season and Stadio’s plans for the summer (57:14).Hosts: Ryan Hunn and Musa OkwongaProducer...2023-06-131h 08
Stadio: A Football PodcastRelentless Arsenal Beat Manchester United, the Bundesliga Returns, and Juventus Docked 15 PointsIt was 'Stadio' Derby weekend in the Premier League, so Musa and Ryan start with Arsenal’s win over Manchester United, after another impressive performance at Emirates Stadium (03:06). They wrap up some other Premier League stuff (27:02), including another Erling Haaland hat trick and West Ham heaping more pressure on Everton. They chat about a few big games in Spain (34:09) and the return of the Bundesliga, which saw goals galore, before finishing of Juventus’s 3-3 draw with Atalanta in the weekend after Juventus was docked 15 points for alleged transfer irregularities (40:17).Hosts: Ryan Hunn and Musa OkwongaPr...2023-01-2353 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastArgentina Win the World CupIt’s a 'Stadio' x 'Wrighty’s House' World Cup final crossover episode! Musa and Ryan are joined by Ian Wright to talk about Argentina winning the World Cup (05:33). They chat about Lionel Messi finally getting his hands on the trophy he most wanted, how France will be back, the impressive performances of both sides, and lots of flowers for Lionel Scaloni.Hosts: Ryan Hunn and Musa OkwongaGuest: Ian WrightProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...2022-12-191h 05
Stadio: A Football PodcastJapan and Morocco Take the Leap, Germany and Belgium Go HomeIt’s Episode 300 of 'Stadio' and this week we were treated to some chaos! Musa and Ryan react to Japan topping Group E by beating Spain 2-1, who also joined them in the second round (03:08). Germany went out (13:45), despite beating Costa Rica 4-2 in a game which saw Stephanie Frappart become the first woman to referee a men’s World Cup game. They also chat about Morocco and Croatia progressing from Group F (20:31), as well as Belgium’s exit.Hosts: Ryan Hunn and Musa OkwongaProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production: Jonathan Fisher 2022-12-0243 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastManchester United Win the Stadio DerbyIt was the Stadio Derby this weekend, so Musa and Ryan reflect on Manchester United’s 3-1 over Arsenal at Old Trafford (02:57), which saw a debut goal for Antony and two for Marcus Rashford. They then wrap up some other Premier League results (20:14) and reluctantly discuss VAR (27:41), head over to Milan for another derby, where Milan beat Inter in San Siro (34:09) and round-up some over results around Europe, including Freiburg being top of the Bundesliga (41:07) and Villarreal yet to concede a goal in La Liga (46:37).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan Hunn2022-09-0555 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastBarcelona's Young Core, Isak to Newcastle, and in Defense of the Bundesliga! | Stadio PodcastAfter another chaotic summer for Barcelona, it might be easy to overlook the team's otherworldly young core. Musa and Ryan discuss the likes of Ansu Fati, Pedri, Gavi, et al., and how Barca’s signings could affect their pathway and progress (07:54). They then discuss Alexander Isak’s transfer to Newcastle (28:15) and Callum Hudson-Odoi’s rumored loan to Bayer Leverkusen (37:05). Finally, after recent online discourse, they chat about what makes the Bundesliga—and other leagues—great, even when one side regularly wins the title (43:34).Host: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan Hunn Learn...2022-08-251h 00
Stadio: A Football PodcastLively Leeds and ... Spiritual Red Cards? | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan begin this week with Leeds’ ferocious 3-0 win over Chelsea with very impressive performance from Jesse Marsch’s side (4:31). Next up, it’s Newcastle and Manchester City’s six-goal thriller (18:25) and did Kieran Trippier show us an example of a spiritual red card? There’s some Arsenal chat after they remain the only Premier League side with a 100 percent record (30:52), plus shouts to Brighton and a wrap-up of some of the other games (33:31) before a quick roundup of Ligue 1, Serie A, the Bundesliga, and La Liga (40:00).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer...2022-08-2258 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastMailbag—Will Chelsea Have to Make a decision on Chilwell? Plus World Cups, Manager 'Royal Rumbles,' and More. | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan open up the mailbag for the first time this season. They answer questions on Ben Chilwell’s place at Chelsea following the arrival of Marc Cucurella (04:42), Elon Musk pretending to buy Manchester United (11:20), a karmic Premier League (14:32), a manager 'Royal Rumble' (20:31), and where they would award the 2030 men’s World Cup (26:47). They also discuss who will be this season’s "always watch" (30:21) and a couple of transfers, including possible destinations for Christian Pulisic (35:37).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan Hunn Learn more about your ad choice...2022-08-1845 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastStamford Bridge Rage! Plus Brentford Expose Man Utd's Weaknesses. | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan are back to talk about a weekend of fixtures that were as hot as the weather. They round up some of the key results around Europe after the returns of La Liga and Serie A (04:23), before heading to Stamford Bridge to chat about Chelsea and Spurs’ fiery draw (16:52) and give some Premier League shout-outs (37:15). Then, they look back at Brentford’s surgical dismantling of Manchester United, which highlighted numerous flaws in Erik ten Hag’s side and saw plenty of online "Ewok-ing" (40:42).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan Hunn...2022-08-151h 07
Stadio: A Football PodcastWhy Does Fandom Always Have to Be So Biased? | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan are back to catch up a bit before discussing Real Madrid’s win over Eintracht Frankfurt in the European Super Cup (08:31), plus some transfers since the last episode, including Timo Werner’s return to Leipzig (16:05) and Musa reacts to seeing Georginio Wijnaldum’s announcement video for the first time. Then, in a week when the Benjamin Mendy and Ryan Giggs trials began, with the backdrop of allegations against another current Premier League footballer, they discuss the dangers of football tribalism in response to troubling allegations or criticism of clubs (20:35). Content warning: This final segment contains references to cas...2022-08-1148 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastDid Liverpool and Man City Tell Us Anything About the Upcoming Season? | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan are still bathing in the warm rays of England’s Euros win (00:39), but they turn their attention to some of the results from men’s club football over the weekend. They chat a bit about whether Liverpool have exposed a potential problem for Manchester City and what else could be taken away from their 3-1 Community Shield victory (08:03). They then go to Germany, where Sadio Mané scored for Bayern in their Super Cup win over Leipzig (23:12) and then discuss PSV’s win over Ajax (28:50). Plus, there’s some chat about Dortmund (32:45), German Cup upsets (36:25), and some lovely tr...2022-08-0254 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastGermany Beat France to Set Up a Euro 2022 Final Against England | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan instantly react to Germany’s 2-1 win over France to set up a Euro 2022 final against England at Wembley Stadium (02:55). They discuss Alexandra Popp’s brace, her tournament overall, and more from another thrilling Euros knockout fixture.Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan Hunn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-2831 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastBanyana Banyana Are Champions of Africa, France and Sweden Progress, Plus More Preseason Chat | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan begin with South Africa’s historic win over Morocco, to win the Women’s AFCON for the very first time (02:45). They then chat about Sweden and France competing in the Euros semifinals (12:30), before wrapping up some goings-on in the men’s game (28:34), including Bayern, Chelsea, Arsenal, and Barcelona debuts and Ben Mee’s carbon neutral Brentford transfer!Host: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan Hunn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat2022-07-2553 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastGermany Through, Spurs' Summer, and Coaching Swaps Revisited | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan recap Germany’s 2-0 win over Austria to set up a Euro 2022 semifinal spot, where they will face France or the Netherlands (06:52). They then dive in to a couple more bits of transfer business (23:33), including yet another impressive signing in a good summer for Spurs (26:19). Side note: They would have loved to talk about the Ben Mee to Brentford signing, but that confirmation dropped after the recording. Then finally, they revisit a topic from a couple of months ago and read out some listener submissions (36:22).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnPr...2022-07-2256 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastEuros Exits and Escapes, Plus What on Earth Are Barcelona Doing? | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan have a quick catch-up, including Musa’s encounter with a Jedi, before moving on to rounding up the Euros' goings-on over the weekend, where all but one of the quarterfinalists were confirmed (07:39). In the second part of the show, they discuss some more transfers in the men’s game, including Koulibaly’s importance for Chelsea, Spurs’ depth (18:59), Lisandro Martinez following Erik ten Hag to Manchester United (28:51), and how on earth Barcelona are still signing players (35:10).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan Hunn Learn more about your ad...2022-07-181h 01
Stadio: A Football PodcastGermany's Statement Win Over Spain, Plus Some Transfer Talk | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan are back! They begin with some big news for Musa (1:02), before moving on to Germany’s 2-0 win over Spain (9:37). They then answer some questions on some transfer talk, including about Barcelona, Paul Pogba, Wayne Rooney, and more (23:08). There will also be plenty more transfer talk on the summer moves so far over the next few episodes and in the domestic season previews!Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan Hunn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. Se...2022-07-1358 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastDarwin Núñez, Other Transfer Talk, and More | Stadio PodcastIt’s a fun one today that goes a little all over the place before we take a brief summer break. Musa and Ryan quickly wrap up some results (05:00) from this week before moving on to some chat about summer transfers that look likely, like Darwin Núñez to Liverpool (09:14), and some they would like to see happen (15:19). They then answer some questions on which European football coaches would make it in the NFL (30:21) and imagine an alternative football structure (37:03). Thanks to everyone for listening this season and we’ll be back the last week of June, ahead of the wo...2022-06-0955 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastWales Is Going to the World Cup, Plus Some What Ifs... | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan chat about Wales making it to their first World Cup in 64 years following a 1-0 win over Ukraine in another emotional encounter (02:09). They discuss the game and the surrounding context for both sides and nations before moving on to a bunch of What Ifs. First up: What if Aston Villa had been taken over instead of Manchester City in 2008 (19:18)? Then, what if Paul Pogba had joined Real Madrid instead of Manchester United in 2016 (44:52), and what if Brazil had won the 1982 World Cup (54:08).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan Hunn2022-06-061h 06
Stadio: A Football PodcastUkraine Beat Scotland and Argentina Win La Finalissima | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan discuss Ukraine’s momentous win over Scotland at Hampden Park to set up a final against Wales for World Cup qualification (03:28). There’s also chat about Argentina’s win against Italy at Wembley in La Finalissima (16:46) and a couple other bits of transfer news (31:42).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-0243 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastFinals, Transfers, and the Football Version of 'Winning Time' | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan quickly look back at some games since the last episode, including Nottingham Forest’s championship playoff final win and Barcelona’s Copa de la Reina victory (03:43). They talk about the potential departures of Sadio Mané from Liverpool and Robert Lewandowski from Bayern (15:35), and then open the mailbag to chat about salary caps (18:53), some other transfers (22:41), moments of joy from this season (31:43), the football version of HBO’s ‘Winning Time’ (35:17), and more.Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more...2022-06-0156 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastA Great Champions League Final on the Pitch, a Grim One Off It | Stadio PodcastIn this episode, Musa and Ryan focus on Real Madrid’s win over Liverpool in the Champions League final. They begin with the troubling scenes that occurred outside the stadium before the game (06:01), before switching focus to what happened on the pitch (24:28). There’s praise for Carlo Ancelotti and reflection on both Real Madrid and Liverpool’s seasons, before rounding up a couple of other fixtures that took place prior to recording. Please note: this was recorded before the Championship Playoff and Copa de la Reina finals on Sunday.Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProd...2022-05-291h 08
Stadio: A Football PodcastRoma Win the Conference League! | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan are back to chat about Roma’s first major European trophy, following their 1-0 win over Feyenoord in the Conference League final (07:04). They talk about the game, plus the key players in what has been a memorable first season in charge for José Mourinho in the Italian capital. They then touch on a couple of other midweek games (33:29), a little bit on the Chelsea takeover being finalized (36:07), and more.Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more abo...2022-05-2650 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastMan City's Dramatic Title, Milan's Scudetto, Mbappé Stays, and More | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan wrap up a dramatic Premier League final day, during which Manchester City secured a fourth title in five seasons (4:06) and Spurs sealed their place in the Champions League in some style (19:02). They touch on a few other things from the final day before moving on to Milan’s first Scudetto in 11 years (28:35), the German Cup final (35:13), a shout for Rangers’ Scottish Cup final win, and Kylian Mbappé’s announcement that he will stay at PSG (42:34).Host: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely 2022-05-2356 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastEintracht Frankfurt Win the Europa League! | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan begin with Eintracht Frankfurt’s win over Rangers in the Europa League final, which clinched their first European title since 1980 (02:00) and will see them compete in Europe’s top club competition for the first time since 1960! There’s praise for Oliver Glasner as well as Giovanni van Bronckhorst and his Rangers side, who still have a chance to finish this brilliant season with silverware. They then discuss the collective bargaining agreement that will see equal pay for the U.S. men’s and women’s teams (27:17) and whether this could act as a model for other national f...2022-05-1937 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastJake Daniels, Plus Newcastle's Win Over Arsenal and More | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan begin with the news that 17-year-old Blackpool player Jake Daniels became the first active professional men’s player in the U.K. to come out as gay in over 30 years (03:22) and what this could mean for men’s football. They then discuss Newcastle’s win over Arsenal (19:08), which all but ends the Gunners’ hopes of Champions League qualification, plus a quick round-up of some other football around Europe (40:31).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad c...2022-05-1750 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastInter's Coppa, Ange's Celtic, Haaland, Champions League Reforms, and More | Stadio PodcastIt’s the 250th episode of 'Stadio'! Musa and Ryan begin with Inter’s 4-2 extra-time win over Juventus in the Coppa Italia final (04:08), before talking about Celtic’s title win and their resurgence under Ange Postecoglou (16:41) and rounding up some other results midweek (23:34). They then talk about Erling Haaland’s move to Manchester City (30:46) and UEFA’s confirmation of the reforms to European competitions from the 2024-25 season (41:03).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. V...2022-05-1256 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastAdvantage Man City, Brighton's Record Win, and a European Roundup | Stadio PodcastIt’s the business end of the season, so Musa and Ryan begin by rounding up some key results around Europe this weekend, including title wins, races for European football, and relegation battles (2:31), before moving on to focus on the Premier League. Liverpool’s draw with Spurs (16:23) dented their title hopes, while also having consequences in the race for top four. It’s advantage Manchester City in the title race (26:41), after they responded by hammering Newcastle to improve their goal difference as well as their lead at the top. There’s a roundup of the rest of the Premier League...2022-05-0954 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastThe Europa and Conference League Finals Are All Set | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan discuss the Europa League and Conference League semifinals, which saw Eintracht Frankfurt go through to their first European final in 42 years (04:33) after beating West Ham. They’ll face Rangers (20:08), who beat RB Leipzig 3-1 to set up a historic Europa League final in Seville. In the Conference League, Roma progressed against Leicester and will face Feyenoord (27.32). They also answer a couple of questions about what happened this week!Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad c...2022-05-0645 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastAnother Real Madrid Comeback Knocks Out Man City | Stadio PodcastRecorded on Spotify Live straight after the game, Musa and Ryan instantly react to another Real Madrid dramatic comeback, this time against Manchester City at the Bernabéu (01:02). They talk about Carlo Ancelotti’s men's path to the final, how they keep managing to do this, Pep getting it pretty much spot on, and the margins that could’ve seen the result go the other way.Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...2022-05-0545 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastLiverpool Make It to Another Champions League Final | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan discuss Liverpool’s 3-2 win away at Villarreal, which—despite a first-half scare—was enough to send them through to a third Champions League final in five years (01:47). They then round up some other key games from Monday and Tuesday, including Fulham's and Bournemouth’s automatic promotion back to the Premier League and Nottingham Forest narrowly missing out after an incredible season turnaround (24:46). Gladbach’s win over Leipzig means Freiburg’s Champions League qualification is in their own hands and Manchester United looked pretty good as they beat Brentford 3-0 at Old Trafford (31:13).Hosts: Musa...2022-05-0439 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastBarca and Lyon Through to the Women's Champions League Final, Ancelotti Gets His La Liga Title, and More! | Stadio PodcastAfter attending one of them, Musa and Ryan begin with the two Women’s Champions League semifinals, which saw Barcelona progress against Wolfsburg and Lyon go through against PSG to set up a showdown later this month in Turin (02:41). They then discuss Carlo Ancelotti leading Real Madrid to the La Liga title (19:32), Trabzonspor’s first league title in 38 years (28:37), plus some Premier League (31:44), Bundesliga (39:16), and more!Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...2022-05-0250 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastEuropa and Conference League First Legs, Plus Klopp Extends His Contract | Stadio PodcastThe first legs of the Europa League and Conference League semifinals took place on Thursday, so Musa and Ryan are back to do a roundup of them all: wins for Eintracht Frankfurt over West Ham (2:00), RB Leipzig against Rangers (13:18), and Feyenoord over Marseille in a fiery De Kuip (18:16), while Leicester and Roma ended all square (24:14). There’s also chat about a couple of other games (29:46), plus the news that Jûrgen Klopp has extended his Liverpool contract, which will keep him at the club until 2026 (34:15).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Pro...2022-04-2950 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastWhy Would You Change This Champions League?! | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan discuss this week’s men’s Champions League semifinal first legs, which were very different but equally engrossing. They begin at the Etihad with one of the all-time great semifinal games between Manchester City and Real Madrid (06:47), which saw Pep Guardiola’s team take a narrow 4-3 lead as they head to Madrid. They then go to Anfield, where Liverpool broke down a stubborn and well-organized Villarreal team to lead the tie 2-0 at the halfway stage (31:47). There’s love for some of the amazing midfielders on show this week, plus a quick mention of some Serie A...2022-04-281h 04
Stadio: A Football PodcastLiverpool vs. Manchester United, More Semifinals, and Controversy for Piqué | Stadio PodcastThere’s a bit of a swap in the Ringer FC schedule, so Musa and Ryan return sooner than planned to talk about Liverpool’s 4-0 win over Manchester United at Anfield to go to top of the Premier League, for now at least (01:07). They touch on a couple of other games from Tuesday night (20:54) including Inter’s win over Milan to go through to the Coppa Italia final and Freiburg making it to the first German Cup final in their history. There’s also a recap of the Women’s FA Cup semifinals (26:34), some Monday night results, and the big st...2022-04-201h 00
Stadio: A Football PodcastLiverpool and Chelsea Into the FA Cup Final, Plus a Premier League and European Roundup | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan begin by rounding up a busy weekend of European football, including some key results in Spain, France, and Germany, as well as the Dutch Cup final and the Scottish Cup semifinals (01:20). Next up, it’s on to the men’s FA Cup semifinals, where Liverpool blew Manchester City away in the opening stages on Saturday to win 3-2 despite a late City resurgence (16:58). On Sunday, Chelsea did enough to see off Crystal Palace and set up a repeat of this year’s Carabao Cup Final (31:20). There’s also a brief wrap-up of the Premier League weekend, which sa...2022-04-1853 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastChampions League Chaos, Cruelty, and Celebration | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan do their best to deal with an incredible week of Champions League action, that saw chaos, drama, and upsets. They begin with probably the biggest actual result of the round, Villarreal’s 1-1 draw that was enough to see them knock out Bayern in Munich (3:19), before touching on Liverpool progressing as expected, despite a resurgence from Benfica (19:09). Next up, it’s on to the chaos at the Wanda, between Atlético Madrid and Manchester City (21:46), before rounding up with Real Madrid going through against Chelsea in a dramatic game at the Bernabéu (41:59).Hosts...2022-04-141h 01
Stadio: A Football PodcastMan City and Liverpool Share the Points, Chelsea Bounces Back, and the Top-Four Race | Stadio PodcastIt was a huge weekend up and down the Premier League, so Musa and Ryan begin at the Etihad, where Manchester City and Liverpool drew 2-2 in one of the most anticipated games of the season (04:24). Next up, there’s praise for Chelsea, who bounced back from a difficult week with an impressive display against Southampton (23:09), plus the race for top four, which saw defeats for Arsenal and Manchester United as Spurs move into pole position (30:22). There’s also chat about the rest of the Premier League and a couple of results elsewhere.Hosts: Musa Okwonga and...2022-04-1154 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastAnother Benzema Hat Trick and the Rest of the Champions League | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan round up an amazing week of Champions League quarterfinal first legs, beginning at Stamford Bridge, where another Karim Benzema hat trick gave Real Madrid a 3-1 away win against Chelsea (03:12). Next up, Villarreal somehow will be disappointed with only beating Bayern 1-0, in a game which could have seen more goals for the home side (19:42); Manchester City and Atlético Madrid was almost exactly how it was going to be (28:44); and Liverpool is in control of the tie against Benfica (40:23). Finally, there’s a quick bit on Everton’s continued struggles after their defeat to Burnley on We...2022-04-071h 00
Stadio: A Football PodcastBrentford! Plus Derby d'Italia and Pedri's Presence | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan begin in the Premier League, where Brentford were brilliant in their 4-1 win at Chelsea, thanks in no small part to Christian Eriksen (4:56). They touch on the other Premier League results, another Old Firm Derby win for Celtic, the Derby d’Italia (20:28), Barcelona’s win over Sevilla thanks to a special Pedri goal (29:15), and some other key results from the weekend around Europe.Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...2022-04-0452 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastWorld Cup Draw Reactions, Plus Wolfsburg and Lyon Through in the Women's Champions League | Stadio PodcastIn this bonus episode, Musa and Ryan react to the draw for this year’s men’s World Cup, including USA and England being in the same group (02:48). They also round up the rest of the Women’s Champions League quarterfinals, which saw Wolfsburg see off Arsenal (02:58) and Lyon overturn a first-leg defeat to eliminate Juventus (29:56).Host: Musa OkwongaProducer: Ryan HunnAssociate Producer: Erika Cervantes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...2022-04-0155 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastHistory at Camp Nou | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan are back and there’s only one place to begin: Camp Nou, which saw a record crowd as Barcelona defeated Real Madrid in the Women’s Champions League to progress to the semifinals (5:51). They talk about the game, the brilliant goals, the importance of the occasion, and more, before also discussing Wednesday’s other Champions League game between PSG and Bayern (24:34). Finally, there’s some chat about the men’s World Cup qualifiers (32:25) ahead of tomorrow’s bonus episode in which they will reflect on the draw for the group stages.Host: Musa Okwonga2022-03-3150 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastBarcelona's Big Clásico, Roma's Big Derby, and More | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan look back on a weekend full of derbies and clásicos! They begin at the Bernabéu, where Barcelona ran away with it against Real Madrid, winning 4-0 in El Clásico (03:34). Then they take a look at another disappointing day for PSG (27:52), head to Italy for the Derby della Capitale, where Roma saw off Lazio after three first-half goals (29:26), and discuss Ajax’s late win over Feyenoord (35:33) and some other key games from the weekend.Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blake...2022-03-2151 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastVillarreal Victorious, Throwback Atleti, and Liverpool Maintain Momentum | Stadio PodcastThe Champions League round of 16 wrapped up this week, so Musa and Ryan begin in Turin, where Villarreal pulled off a phenomenal result to eliminate Juventus (04:30). They chat about Benfica and Chelsea progressing (11:47) as well as Atleti showing flashes of the old vintage, beating Manchester United 1-0 at Old Trafford (19:19). There’s also chat about some key midweek games in Germany, Spurs’ win over Brighton, and Arsenal’s defeat to Liverpool (39:18).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your a...2022-03-1758 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastSouthampton Stun Spurs, Glorious Chaos at Villa Park, and More | Stadio PodcastThe Premier League launched back into full action this week, so Musa and Ryan begin by heaping praise on Southampton, who were hugely impressive beating Spurs (07:12), discussing a thriller between Aston Villa and Leeds, with some love for Steven Gerrard (15:45), and chatting about the other midweek fixtures (30:54). Next up, they answer some questions on the best teams to watch this season (41:43), the chances for African qualifiers in this year’s World Cup (45:00), and which game would win this year’s Stadio Best Picture, so far (47:04).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan Hunn2022-02-1054 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastFinishing Games Early, January Signings, Super Cups, and More | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan round up a few of the midweek games before opening up the mailbag! There’s chat about Real Madrid’s extra-time win over Barcelona in the Supercopa de España semifinal (04:17), Chelsea seeing off Spurs in the Carabao Cup and wins for West Ham and Southampton in the Premier League (09:17). Next up, it’s onto Inter beating Juventus in the Supercoppa Italiana (11:57), the wild goings on in Mali’s win over Tunisia and the close games in AFCON so far (15:18), some January transfer-window happenings, including one signing they’d each like to see and their favorite January sig...2022-01-1353 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastWonderful Wolves, Chelsea and Liverpool Lose Ground, and Lukaku's Interview | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan are back with the first 'Stadio' of 2022! They begin with a brief bit of movie chat before moving on to Wolves’ first win over Manchester United at Old Trafford in almost 42 years (12:32). Next up, there’s a little bit on Arsenal’s defeat to Manchester City (28:37), Chelsea’s draw with Liverpool (40:35), and what both mean for the Premier League title race, before wrapping up on the Romelu Lukaku fallout (44:12).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about yo...2022-01-041h 03
Stadio: A Football PodcastLiverpool Win the Merseyside Derby, Plus a Mailbag and More! | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan wrap up some key results from the midweek games, including Liverpool’s commanding win over Everton in the Merseyside Derby (08:27) and more from the Premier League. There’s also chat about Real Madrid’s 1-0 win over Athletic (23:35), plenty of Serie A, and a shout-out for Tigres’ late comeback win in Liga MX, before getting into the mailbag. They answer questions on managers’ end-of-year wrapped lists (30:09), lower-league Berlin stadiums (34:02), the 'Stadio' derby and the Premier League top four (37:35), Venezia’s hopes of staying in Serie A (40:27), the best and worst dive of the week (42:07), some Manchester United trans...2021-12-0254 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastNuno Espírito Santo Leaves Spurs, and Antonio Conte Arrives? | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan were recording as news broke that Nuno Espírito Santo had been sacked as Spurs coach, so that’s where they begin this week (06:11). They discuss how the club has gotten here since the high of the Champions League final in 2019 and what's next, with Antonio Conte’s appointment on the horizon. Next, it’s on to Serie A, where Milan beat Roma at the Stadio Olimpico to stay level on points with Napoli (23:10), then to La Liga (34:14), and then to Bundesliga (40:16).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAd...2021-11-0156 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastBarcelona Begin Their WCL in Style and Spain End Italy's Run | Stadio PodcastThe Women’s Champions League group stage kicked off this week, so Musa and Ryan discuss the two showpiece fixtures, which saw Barcelona put four past Arsenal and Chelsea share points with Wolfsburg in a six-goal thriller (08:46), and round up the other games. Then it’s on to Spain, who ended Italy’s run with a 2-1 Nations League semifinal win at San Siro (30:30). Quick note: There’s no 'Stadio' on Monday next week, but Musa and Ryan will join Ian on 'Wrighty’s House,' which will go up Tuesday.Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn2021-10-0751 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastMailbag: Falcao and Numbers, a Mini Barcelona 'What-if,' Tactics, and More | Stadio PodcastIt’s 'Stadio' mailbag time! Musa and Ryan answer listener questions on Radamel Falcao’s signing and unconventional shirt numbers (05:15), murky sponsorships (10:55), a mini Barcelona what-if (12:44), and tactics (17:16). There are also questions about fandom and allegiance (26:56), shadowing a footballer during a game (31:58), and, if Jeff Bezos had bought the Zlatan take for €1 billion, how they would invest the money in football (38:40).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Aca...2021-09-2347 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastMailbag: Hot Takes, Sportswashing, Prince Tunes, and More | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan touch on a couple of midweek matches (03:45) before opening up the first 'Stadio' mailbag of the season. They answer questions on fans’ responsibility upon their returns (11:36), hot takes for the season (18:56), what to take to a desert island (29:58), favorite Prince tunes (33:22), sportswashing (34:28) and who the new "always watch" side will be this year (43:09).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnProducer: Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...2021-08-1950 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastThe Messi Nexus Event | Stadio Podcast'Stadio' is back for the new season! Musa and Ryan talk in depth about Lionel Messi joining PSG on a free transfer, leaving Barcelona after 21 years with the club. They chat about the path that led Barcelona to lose their greatest-ever player, how it might be the most seismic transfer ever, and the prospect of a ludicrously talented PSG front four (5:34). In Part 2, they give shout-outs to Canada’s women and Brazil's men on their Olympic gold medals, plus the USMNT on their Gold Cup win and Chelsea adding another trophy under Tuchel, before looking ahead to the men’s do...2021-08-121h 02
Stadio: A Football PodcastItaly Win the Euros and Argentina Win the Copa América | Stadio PodcastIt's the final 'Stadio' of the season, so Musa and Ryan are joined by Ian Wright to discuss Italy’s win over England in the Euro 2020 final (02:47). There’s a lot of love for Roberto Mancini and his Italy side as well as Gareth Southgate and the England squad, who have done a remarkable job on and off the pitch this summer. They then look back at Saturday’s Copa América final, Argentina winning the competition for the first time since 1995, and Lionel Messi finally getting that coveted senior international trophy (40:06). Thanks to everyone who listened to 'Stadio' and 'Wri...2021-07-1355 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastTrophy Firsts and Champions League What-ifs | Stadio PodcastIt’s the final 'Stadio' before the Euros, so Musa and Ryan look back on PSG and Bayern winning the women’s domestic leagues in France and Germany (06:29), Colón winning their first title (12:36), and the USMNT winning the inaugural CONCACAF Nations League, beating Mexico, and what this means for the U.S. (13:56) Then, it’s a Champions League what-if special, where they discuss what would have happened if Borussia Dortmund had won in 2013 (31:58), if Atlético Madrid had won in 2014 (44:47), and if Arsène Wenger, rather than Hansi Flick, had replaced Niko Kovac at Bayern (51:58).Hosts: Mu...2021-06-071h 05
Stadio: A Football PodcastAtleti and Lille Get Over the Line | Stadio PodcastIt’s the 100th 'Stadio' episode since joining Ringer FC and wow, what a weekend. Musa and Ryan chat about Atlético Madrid securing its first league title since 2014 (7:43), Lille’s first Ligue 1 title in 10 years (25:10), Union Berlin’s European qualification, plus some Bundesliga relegation (38:45) and Juventus scraping into the Champions League spots in Serie A (45:20).Hosts: Musa Okwonga and Ryan HunnAdditional Production Assistance: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-241h 02
Stadio: A Football PodcastThe European Catfish League | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan record an emergency podcast as the European Super League began to crumble less than 48 hours after its founding clubs' original statement. This episode was recorded late on Tuesday night European time, in case any of the details are already out of date. The next Stadio episode will drop on the Ringer FC feed Friday; we have a slightly different schedule this week given the news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-04-2142 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastThe Chaotic XI | Stadio PodcastIt’s the 150th episode of Stadio, so Musa and Ryan celebrate by compiling a team of the most chaos-causing players in history. Their reasoning and criteria may surprise you, so they explain it all, from goalkeeper to striker—including a formation, substitutes, a manager, kit and where they would play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-03-291h 05
Stadio: A Football PodcastCrouching Bielsa, Giving Bamford | Stadio PodcastThe football never stops, so neither must Musa and Ryan, who begin with Leeds’ impressive away victory over Leicester (05:31), before reiterating the conditions footballers are being asked to perform under (09:38). There’s chat about the scoreless Stadio Derby (15:13), the rest of the Premier League (18:36), PSG’s defeat to Lorient (25:54), Lazio’s win over Atalanta (30:20), Real Madrid’s home defeat to Levante, and the rest of La Liga (32:38). There’s a quick Bundesliga summary before moving on to the Copa Libertadores final (37:14) and the FAWSL and the Primera Iberdrola (42:16). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...2021-02-0152 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastMailbag—Holstein Kiel, Behind the 'Stadio' Curtain, and Happy Football Memories | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan open the mailbag for the first time this year! Before that, they touch on this week’s Copa Libertadores semifinals, which saw Palmeiras and Santos progress to an all-Brazilian final (04:20), Holstein Kiel’s win on penalties against Bayern in the DFB Pokal (05:49), and Mauricio Pochettino’s first trophy as a manager (12:40). They then answer questions on 'Stadio' behind the scenes (13:44), including what happens when they go for a break, how they watch football, and what sweet goods Musa is currently favoring (23:10). They also discuss how tactical rigidity and attacking jazz can coexist (24:28), whether managerial sackings are down d...2021-01-1450 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastRalph's Saints, Stadio Derby, and the Women's FA Cup Final | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan heap praise on Ralph Hasenhüttl’s coaching and his Southampton side that put four past Aston Villa at Villa Park (04:22), and they discuss how this Saturday was very much the non-statement victory Saturday in the Premier League (15:37). There’s a big section on the Stadio Derby, which saw Arsenal beat Manchester United at Old Trafford in the league for the first time in 14 years (19:57); Gareth Bale's first goal for Spurs (35:07); and Manchester City retaining the Women’s FA Cup (39:01). They then dart to La Liga, which included one of the weirdest penalties ever awarded for Celta i...2020-11-021h 01
Stadio: A Football PodcastMailbag: Partey, Cavani, Dream Managerial Careers, and 100th ‘Stadio’ Episode | Stadio PodcastWhile just the 35th show since joining The Ringer, it’s the 100th ‘Stadio’ episode, and Musa and Ryan take questions on transfers and more. They begin by discussing Thomas Partey’s move to Arsenal (4:36), Arsenal’s financial situation in the wake of the Gunnersaurus and Mesut Özil sagas (8:32), Mario Götze to PSV (12:16), and Chelsea’s strong window (14:31). They then look at the loan moves of Ryan Sessegnon, Mattéo Guendouzi, and Michaël Cuisance (17:46), plus Hatem Ben Arfa heading to Bordeaux and how a top talent’s stock can fall (22:59). They also look at Edinson Cavani to Manchester United...2020-10-0853 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastDirector's Cut: Premier League Got Goals, the Bundesliga Is Back, and Pirlo's Midfield | Stadio PodcastMusa and Ryan are back with the longest 'Stadio' episode ever! They begin by looking back at Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, including Thiago’s impressive debut, Sadio Mané’s man-of-the-match performance, and Fabinho (03:24). They move on to a weird game of two halves at St. Mary’s, which saw Spurs beat Southampton 5-2 (17:41), Manchester United’s 3-1 defeat at home to a brilliant Crystal Palace (26:40), Arsenal grinding out a win against West Ham (35:30), and Everton beginning to blossom (40:49). They then head to the Bundesliga opening weekend, where Bayern demolished Schalke 8-0 (46:51) and Dortmund were victorious...2020-09-211h 17
Stadio: A Football PodcastMailbag: Arsenal, Liverpool, USWNT Players in Europe, and Stealing Rules From Other Sports | Stadio PodcastIt’s a mailbag episode this time around, as Musa and Ryan let the questions guide them. They begin with Arsenal’s win over Liverpool (06:40) despite registering just three attempts on goal and a record-low possession total at home. They also discuss how the schedule is starting to take its toll on players, heap praise on the absent Jordan Henderson (12:32), and choose what players they would take from ’90s Arsenal and Manchester United teams onto today’s (14:23). Next, they host the first-ever ‘Stadio’ competition, in which they’ll be giving away a copy of Issue 2 of the brilliant Caricom Magazine, whic...2020-07-1653 min
Stadio: A Football PodcastPaul Pogba, Premier League, and Serie A All Return, Plus the Bundesliga | Stadio PodcastIn the inaugural ‘Stadio’ podcast for 'Ringer FC', Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn introduce the show and get into the first full weekend of Premier League matches in over 100 days (01:50). They open with Spurs vs. Manchester United, featuring a brilliant Paul Pogba (06:00), and discuss how the United midfield might look going forward. Next, they move on to the Merseyside Derby (13:10), Brighton’s victory over Arsenal, including a bad injury to Bernd Leno (17:37), and Chelsea’s future following the announcement of the signing of Timo Werner (25:23). After the break, they round up the weekend’s Bundesliga action (30:00) and Ryan shares his experi...2020-06-2253 min