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If Blackburn Signed Zidane Podcast

English, Sports, 1 season, 38 episodes, 8 hours, 3 minutes
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Join Specs Gonzalez on his adventures through the multiverse as he investigates how football's greatest 'What If?' moments could have turned out.
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What if West Ham had kept their 'Golden Generation?'

This episode contains mild strong language - Harry Redknapp took charge of West Ham in 1994 and worked with Head of Youth Development Tony Carr to produce quality, young players through their Academy. Rio Ferdinand, Frank Lampard, Joe Cole, Michael Carrick and Jermain Defoe all debuted and became first team players under his leadership. They would all go on to seek new pastures and become world class players. Harry Redknapp would go on to say that ‘West Ham’s ‘golden generation’ could have won the Premier League had they all remained at the club.’ Specs is joined by Tego and StevoTheMadman to ask the question ‘What if West Ham had kept their ‘Golden Generation?’ Would they have brought glory to West Ham? Would they have won the Premier League? How would this shape European football? Does this change England’s destiny at the World Cup and Euros? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
8/29/202319 minutes, 32 seconds
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What if Arsenal had never let go of Harry Kane?

Harry Kane was famously part of the Arsenal academy in the early 2000s but he was eventually released after he was determined to not be good enough. He then went on to join local rivals Tottenham Hotspur and become one of the greatest strikers in Premier League history. But what would have happened if Arsenal had kept him in their academy? Would he lead them to their first league title since 2004, and finally get his hands on a trophy? Does he become Arsenal's all-time top scorer? Would his character change? What would happen to Tottenham? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
8/22/202317 minutes, 33 seconds
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What If Man United signed Ronaldinho in 2003?

In the summer of 2003, Man United were close to signing Brazilian icon Ronaldinho as David Beckham's replacement. Despite agreeing a deal with PSG, Ronaldinho chose Barcelona. But imagine he made a different choice. What if he joined Manchester United instead? Would they sign Cristiano Ronaldo? Do they still sign Wayne Rooney? Would Arsenal go unbeaten the following season? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
8/15/202317 minutes, 48 seconds
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What if Arsenal never left Highbury?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode ten, Specs & Tego are joined by fellow filthy fella Dazza, to ask the question: what if Arsenal never left Highbury? When Arsenal moved to their new stadium the Emirates, the club entered a period of financial constraint and essentially became a selling club, losing a number of key players to help pay off the stadium’s cost. But what if Arsenal had never moved to the Emirates, stayed at Highbury and instead put their money into the team instead from 2004 onwards? Would Patrick Vieira be sold? Does Thierry Henry still leave for Barcelona? Would Arsene Wenger spend more in the transfer market or continue investing in youth? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
8/8/202318 minutes, 44 seconds
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What if the UK had a combined national football team?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode nine, Specs & Tego are joined by Scottish rapper Ransom FA to ask 'What if the UK had a combined national football team? In this scenario the United Kingdom would join forces to create an international super team, if it can be done in the Olympics then why not in international football? Can Gareth Bale, Aaron Ramsey or Andrew Robertson change the course of footballing history? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
8/1/202319 minutes, 14 seconds
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What if Jay-Z had bought Arsenal in 2010?

In 2010 Jay-Z expressed his interest in buying Arsenal. He was an admirer of Thierry Henry and had followed the club ever since. The move never materialised and a year later, the Kroenkes moved in to become the majority shareholder of Arsenal. But what if Jay-Z had swooped in? Would Arsenal's trophy drought end earlier? How does the takeover affect the culture at the club? Does Jay-Z bring Thierry Henry back to Arsenal? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
7/25/202318 minutes, 56 seconds
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What If Neymar joined Real Madrid instead of Barca in 2013?

In 2013 Barcelona won the race to sign Brazilian wonderkid Neymar. He was widely tipped to be Brazil's greatest ever player and win multiple honours including the Ballon d'Or. However, since leaving Barcelona for PSG in 2017 Neymar has struggled. Brazil are still waiting for a World Cup, the Champions League continues to elude PSG and he is far from winning a Ballon d'Or. Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and special guest Anita Abayomi to answer the question 'What If Neymar joined Real Madrid instead of Barcelona in 2013?' Would he have finally won the Ballon d'Or? Does he bring home the World Cup for Brazil? Would he become a legend as the late great Pele? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Reference is made in the podcast to HMV's financial issues but to be clear the store is still very much open for business. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
7/18/202318 minutes, 41 seconds
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What if Wimbledon had become the Dublin Dons?

In 1996 there was a concerted attempt to relocate the then Premier League club Wimbledon FC to Dublin. When the club became homeless in 1991, the owner Sam Hammam had the idea to move the Dons to Dublin. In the end the FAI and FIFA blocked the move, and Wimbledon ended up moving to Milton Keynes, later to be renamed to MK Dons. Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Ciaran Carlin to discuss what would have happened if Wimbledon had become the Dublin Dons. Would Wimbledon become Premier League Champions? Does Dublin become the number one city in Europe? Do Wimbledon become an elite European team? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
7/11/202317 minutes, 46 seconds
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What If Tottenham’s Lasagna-gate never happened in 2006?

On the last day of the season in 2006, Tottenham needed a win at West Ham to secure Champions League football. They were all set to qualify until late on Saturday night when 10 players were seriously ill after having dinner at their hotel. Tottenham's request to postpone the game was rejected so the match went ahead. It was clear Spurs were not 100% and they went on to lose 2-1 and finished 5th. Losing the last Champions League place to rivals Arsenal. Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Siegel and Tottenham fan Craig Mitch to ask the question - 'What If Tottenham's Lasagna-Gate never happened?' Would they have qualified for the Champions League? Would this turn the club into title challengers? Does Daniel Levy go big in the transfer market? What would happen to Arsenal? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
7/4/202319 minutes, 18 seconds
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What if Paul Scholes wasn't ruled offside against Porto in 2004?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane is back for Season 3, looking back at football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and diving into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode four, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Adam McKola to ask what if Paul Scholes wasn't ruled offside against Porto in 2004? Scholes had doubled Manchester United's lead just before half time but was wrongly judged as offside which cost them dearly. United were eventually knocked out in the last minute by Mourinho's Porto. But what if the goal had stood? Would they have won the game and gone on to win the Champions League? Would Sir Alex have left United earlier? What would have happened to Mourinho? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
6/27/202319 minutes
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What if Harry Kane squared it to Sterling against Croatia in 2018?

In the first half of the 2018 World Cup Semi-Final, England were 1-0 up against Croatia courtesy of a Kieran Tripper free kick. They were in complete control of the game. On the 30th minute, Harry Kane was played through on goal by Jesse Lingard. He has Sterling to his right but he decides to take on the shot which is saved. It's a moment that comes back to haunt England as Croatia win the game 2-1, breaking english hearts. In episode three Specs Gonzalez is joined by special guests Tego and Timbsy to ask the question ‘What If Harry Kane had squared it to Sterling?’ Would England win the World Cup? Does Harry Kane finally win his first trophy? Where does Harry Maguire move to instead of Man United? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. This episode contains some mild strong language Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds
6/20/202318 minutes, 22 seconds
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What if the Super League had come off?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane is back for Season 3, looking back at football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and diving into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode two, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Lippy to ask 'What if the Super League had come off?' In 2021 the football world was rocked as a host of major European clubs tried to change the fabric of club football by proposing the European Super League. But what if they had actually pulled it off? What would happen to the Premier League? Would the Champions League still exist? Would football end up in a better or worse place? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
6/13/202318 minutes, 25 seconds
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What if Luis Garcia’s 'ghost goal' wasn’t given against Chelsea in 2005?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane is back for Season 3, looking back at football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and diving into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode one, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and returning guest Savage Dan to ask ‘What if Luis Garcia’s 'ghost goal' wasn’t given against Chelsea in 2005?’ Since the introduction of VAR we've seen so many great goals ruled out. But what if VAR had been introduced earlier? Specifically in 2005 when Luis Garcia scored the only goal to put Liverpool through to the Champions League final. Would that goal have stood and would that famous night in Istanbul have ever happened? As always Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
6/6/202319 minutes, 27 seconds
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What if Roy Keane hadn't walked out on the Republic of Ireland in 2002?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In this episode, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by comedian Johnny Cochrane along with co-host Tego Sigel to ask 'What if Roy Keane hadn't walked out on the Republic of Ireland in 2002?' Roy Keane was Ireland's captain and best player at the time. But he was unhappy at their preparation ahead of the World Cup which led to that famous showdown with then manager Mick McCarthy. However, imagine if Keane had been happy and had stayed with the squad, how far would the Republic of Ireland have gone at the World Cup? Would Irish football have become a dominant force in Europe? And how does Irish culture influence the world? In the final episode of the series, Specs works his magic to change football history.
6/6/20239 minutes, 38 seconds
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What if Ronaldo had been fully fit in the 1998 World Cup final?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In this episode, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by David Vujanic and co-host Tego Sigel to ask 'What if Ronaldo had been fully fit in the 1998 World Cup final?'. At the time, a 21-year-old Ronaldo was tearing it up on the world stage for Brazil. But on the day of the final, disaster struck as he suffered a mysterious illness. He played in the final but looked a shadow of himself as France ran out 3-0 winners. Now, 24 years later, Specs and his guests put things right on the football timeline by giving Ronaldo back his full powers. How would football have changed? Listen along for the answers... Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt & Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
6/6/202310 minutes, 7 seconds
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What if Rooney got away with his stamp at the ’06 WC?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In this episode, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Chelsea fan Kweku Afari to ask 'what if Rooney got away with his stamp at the ’06 WC?' Would England win the World Cup? Does Rooney become the best player in the world? What happens to Ronaldo? As always Specs works his magic to change football history. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by Conor Hewitt & Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
6/6/20239 minutes, 48 seconds
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What if Keegan's Newcastle had actually 'beat them'?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In this episode, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Manchester United fan KG Tha Comedian to ask What if Keegan's Newcastle had actually 'beat them?' Would Newcastle win the Premier League? Does Keegan become an international icon? Do Newcastle still sign Alan Shearer? As always Specs works his magic to change football history… Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by Conor Hewitt & Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
6/6/202310 minutes, 1 second
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What if Bergkamp had become the 'Flying Dutchman'?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In this episode, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Arsenal fan Lippy to ask - what if Dennis Bergkamp had become the 'Flying Dutchman'? Could Arsenal have won the Champions League? Would Dennis Bergkamp have won the Ballon d’Or? Or moved to Real Madrid? As always Specs works his magic to change football history. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt & Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
6/6/202310 minutes, 7 seconds
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What if Alan Shearer had joined Manchester United?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In this episode, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Manchester United fanatic Adam McKola to ask ‘What if Alan Shearer had joined Manchester United’. Would Alan Shearer have argued with Eric Cantona? Would Andy Cole's rap career have got in the way? Would Manchester United have won the Champions League in 1999? As always Specs works his magic to change football history… Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt & Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
6/6/202310 minutes, 5 seconds
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What if LeBron James took control of Liverpool?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane looks back at football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In 2010, the Fenway Sports Group purchased Liverpool FC and as part of the deal Lebron James became a minority owner in Liverpool FC. In this episode host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Anita Abayomi from the Goal Diggers podcast to ask ‘What if Lebron James took control of Liverpool?’ Would the super league have worked? Would the ever competitive Michael Jordan have purchased a Premier League team? Would there have been a football remake of Space Jam? As always, Specs has all the answers inside the multiverse that is his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie & Conor Hewitt A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
6/6/202310 minutes, 4 seconds
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What if Celtic and Rangers had joined the Premier League?

"If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In series two, episode nine, Specs & Tego are joined by Scottish rapper and Aberdeen fan Ransom FA to ask ‘What if Celtic & Rangers had joined the Premier League?’. In 2009 Bolton chairman Phil Gartside put forward a plan that would have changed the fabric of British football. Would Celtic and Rangers have been top four contenders? Would Sir Alex Ferguson have left Manchester United to join a club in his native Scotland? And what does this all mean for Aberdeen? As always Specs works his magic to change football history… Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt & Alpha Barrie. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds."
6/6/20239 minutes, 59 seconds
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What if a volcano hadn't got in the way of Lewandowski joining Blackburn?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. Episode eight sees the return of Tez Ilyas as he joins Specs Gonzalez & Tego Sigel to ask ‘What if an Icelandic volcano hadn't got in the way of Lewandowski joining Blackburn?’ In 2010, volcano Eyjafjallajökull erupted in Iceland, scuppering Sam Allardyce's plans of signing a young Robert Lewandowski. The Pole would go on to become one of the world's greatest strikers and the once proud Blackburn Rovers would end up slipping down the divisions. It could have all been so different. As always Specs works his magic to change football history… Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Alpha Barrie & Conor Hewitt. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
6/6/202310 minutes, 1 second
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What if Luis Suarez didn't handball it against Ghana?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In this episode, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by his fellow Filthy Fella PK Humble and co-host Tego Sigel to ask ‘What if Luis Suarez didn't handball it against Ghana?’ In the 2010 World Cup Ghana were set to make history, becoming the first African nation to reach the semi-final of a World Cup. Luis Suarez however, had other ideas. It is now up to Specs to work his magic and change football history… Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt & Matthew Stanger. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
6/6/202310 minutes, 6 seconds
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What if women's football wasn't banned in 1921?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘What If’ moments and dives into the multiverse to change the timeline. In episode six, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by BBC Sport's Miriam Walker-Khan to tackle a HUGE topic, ‘What if women's football wasn't banned in 1921?’ With women's football having a breakout summer in terms of popularity after England's Euros victory, Specs works his magic to go back in time and put things right… Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt, Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds
6/6/202310 minutes, 7 seconds
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What if Leeds Utd had won the Champions League in '01?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘What If’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode five, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Leeds fanatic Rob Mulholland to ask, ‘What if Leeds United had won the Champions League in 2001?’ Would they have avoided financial ruin? Would Bielsa have left his self-imposed exile to take over in 2002? Would Lucas Radebe and Mel B have formed the ultimate Leeds power couple? As always, Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt, Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds
6/6/202310 minutes, 8 seconds
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What if Chelsea hadn’t ditched the Premier League’s two best players?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In this episode, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Chelsea fanatic Zac Djellab to ask ‘What if Chelsea hadn’t ditched the Premier League’s two best players?’ Kevin De Bruyne and Mohamed Salah have dominated the Premier League for their title-winning sides over the last few seasons but Chelsea once had both players on their books! Would Kevin De Bruyne's absence have destroyed the Bundesliga? Would Mo Salah and Usain Bolt have formed an unlikely beef? Join Specs, Tego and Zac for all the answers as we wind the clock back to 2012. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt, Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
6/6/20239 minutes, 54 seconds
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What if José Mourinho had become Barcelona manager in 2008?

Specs Gonzalez is joined by special guests Tego and Jordy to explore the parallel universe in which José Mourinho got the Barcelona job in 2008. What would have happened to Pep Guardiola? Imagine he’d stayed in charge of Barcelona B, facing off against José and the first team in a ‘philosophy match’. The loser has to go and manage Real Zaragoza. It could have happened. Anything is possible in Specs’ mind and the multiverse, where If Blackburn Signed Zidane dissects football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments to put things right on the timeline. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt, Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds
6/6/202310 minutes, 7 seconds
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What if Zlatan Ibrahimović had accepted his trial at Arsenal in 2000?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane is back for a second season, diving into the multiverse to explore football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments. In episode two, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Arsenal fan Poet to ask, 'What if Zlatan Ibrahimović had accepted his trial at Arsenal in 2000?'. What rules would Zlatan have laid down at Highbury? What would have happened to rival Gunners striker and cult hero Christopher Wreh? And would Specs really have become an accountant if he hadn't met Poet? Join Specs, Tego and Poet for all the answers as we wind the clock back to 2000. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt, Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds
6/6/20239 minutes, 49 seconds
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What if Roman Abramovich had bought Spurs instead of Chelsea in 2003?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane returns for Season 2, looking back at football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and diving into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode one, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and comedian Josh James to ask ‘What if Roman Abramovich had bought Spurs instead of Chelsea in 2003?’ Would Spurs still be 'cursed', as long-suffering fan Josh puts it? Where does David Beckham end up that summer? And what about Blazin' Squad and Arnold Schwarzenegger? Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt, Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds
6/6/202310 minutes, 9 seconds
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Welcome to If Blackburn Signed Zidane

Specs Gonzalez travels through the multiverse to investigate football's greatest 'What If?' moments. Find the very latest episodes ONLY on BBC Sounds: bbc.co.uk/ibsz
7/21/202249 seconds
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What if Blackburn Signed Zidane?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode eight, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by comedian Tez Ilyas along with co-host Tego Sigel to ask the biggest question of all, ‘What if Blackburn had Signed Zidane?’ Blackburn Rovers were on top of the world after winning the Premier League in 1995 and Kenny Dalglish had his eye on a talented Frenchman plying his trade in Bordeaux. Blackburn owner Jack Walker had other ideas, uttering the now infamous phrase 'Who needs Zidane? We've got Tim Sherwood.' In the final episode of the series, Specs works his magic to change football history… Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt & Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds
7/21/20229 minutes, 53 seconds
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What if Lionel Messi had opted to play for Spain?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode seven, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by YouTuber Thogden along with co-host Tego Sigel to ask ‘What if Lionel Messi had opted to play for Spain?’ Lionel Messi was born in Argentina but moved to Spain aged 13 to start his career at Barcelona's world-famous La Masia academy, making him eligible for the Spanish national team. If he had chosen Spain, would the Ronaldo vs Messi debate now be over? Would Spain have won multiple World Cups? Or would there have been a major rule shake-up to put an end to their dominance? Specs works his magic to change football history… Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt & Matthew Stanger. A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
7/21/20229 minutes, 59 seconds
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What if Sam Allardyce had managed England at the 2018 World Cup?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘What If’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode six, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by comedian and football shirt connoisseur Andrew Mensah along with co-host Tego Sigel to ask ‘What if Sam Allardyce had managed England at the 2018 World Cup?’ Would Big Sam have led the Three Lions to glory? Would Brexit have happened? And would Kevin Nolan have been England's star man? Specs works his magic to change football history… Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt, Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
7/21/20229 minutes, 52 seconds
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What if Fergie had quit Manchester United in 2002?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘What If’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode five, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by Manchester United fan and comedian Kae Kurd along with co-host Tego Sigel to ask, ‘What if Fergie had retired in 2002?’ Would United still have been a force at the top of the game or would they have crumbled? What would the knock-on effect have been felt throughout the Premier League? And would Justin and Britney have stayed together? Specs works his magic to change football history… Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt, Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds
7/21/20229 minutes, 59 seconds
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What if Everton had qualified for the UCL group stages in 2005?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘What If’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode four, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Everton fan Joe Gilmore to ask, ‘What if Everton had qualified for the Champions League group stages in 2005?’ Would they now rule Merseyside? Would Phil Neville have become a crypto-currency kingpin? Would Wayne Rooney have returned instantly? As always, Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt, Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds
7/21/20229 minutes, 58 seconds
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What if Man City’s 'AGUEROOOOOO!!!' moment never happened?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane explores football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode three, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Man City fan Elz the Witch to ask, ‘What if Sergio Aguero hadn’t scored his title-winning goal in 2012?’ Would the City project have fallen apart? Would Fergie have retired that summer, leaving Man United at the top of the Premier League? And where would Pep Guardiola end up? Specs might just be bending football’s alternative timeline in Arsenal’s favour… Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt, Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds
7/21/20229 minutes, 45 seconds
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What if John Terry had scored his penalty in the 2008 Champions League final?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane looks back at football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode two, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Chelsea fan Savage Dan to ask, ‘What if John Terry had scored his penalty to win the Champions League for Chelsea in 2008?’ Would Fergie have ended up quitting Manchester United to be replaced by Roy Keane? How about Cristiano Ronaldo’s loan move to… Portsmouth!? As always, Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt, Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds
7/21/20229 minutes, 58 seconds
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What if Steven Gerrard hadn't slipped?

If Blackburn Signed Zidane looks back at football’s greatest ‘what if’ moments and dives into the multiverse to put things right on the timeline. In episode one, host Specs Gonzalez is joined by co-host Tego Sigel and Liverpool fan David Vujanic to ask ‘What if Steven Gerrard’s infamous slip against Chelsea had never happened?’ Would Gerrard have gone on to manage England? Would he have taken charge at the World Cup in Brazil that summer and picked his good friend Neil Mellor to lead the line? As always, Specs has all the answers inside the world of his imagination. Host: Specs Gonzalez Co-host: Tego Sigel Produced by: Conor Hewitt, Matthew Stanger A Folding Pocket production for BBC Sounds.
7/21/20229 minutes, 58 seconds