The EPLpod boyz decide to take an indefinite break from their pod-boy-lives to try other things in life before the clock runs out and they return back to eternal darkness. Will there be other episodes in the future? No one really knows... 

Liverpool FC played as many game as they possibly could have this season, but lost the league by one point and the Champions League final by one goal against Real Madrid. As such, they only have the FA Cup and the league cup (doesn't it even count?) to show for their efforts. With this said, the question must be asked: Did Liverpool FC have a successful season? 

Aston Villa manager and former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard came desperately close to denying Manchester City the title, only for Pep Guardiola's side to mount a dramatic comeback, scoring three goals in less than six minutes with there being less than 15 minutes to play. Ouch baby! 

Paris St-Germain's Idrissa Gueye refused to play in a match to avoid wearing a rainbow symbol in support of LGBTQ+ rights. Kouyate posted a picture of himself alongside Gueye on Instagram, with a caption calling Gueye "a real man". Sadly, this couldn't be further from the case. 

Steven Gerrard has made it clear that Aston Villa will ‘give everything’ against Manchester City after he was asked if he could possibly give Liverpool a favour in the Premier League title race. Will Gerrard be able to do it or will he have a mangerial slip? 

The Legend chats with Danish sleep expert Anna West, founder of Sleep2perform, who has been working with Brentford FC since 2016. The two talk about whether or not players should sleep alone, the benefits of sleep as it relates to athletic performance, and so much more! Don't sleep on this episode, chappies! (So sorry for the terrible pun). 

Jurgen Klopp has taken a dig at Tottenham's tactics after seeing his side's Premier League title hopes suffer a massive blow this game week in the Premier League. Liverpool were held to a 1-1 draw against Spurs at Anfield while Manchester City shelled Newcastle United 5-0, leaving City three points clear at the top. 

Manchester City collapsed at the Bernabeu as Real Madrid pulled off an astonishing late comeback to reach the Champions League final. This is the sixth time that Guardiola has been knocked out of the Champions League semi-finals which begs the question, "can Pep win the Champions League without Leo Messi?"

Mino Raiola, the influential and often controversial sports agent to some of soccer’s biggest players, has died. He was 54. Raiola died after a long illness, his family confirmed. The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss whether he should be remembered fondly or not. 

Liverpool moved to within eight games of "immortality" in the shape of an unprecedented quadruple after beating Villarreal 2-0 in the Champions League semi-final first leg. Are they the best squad ever in the history of the Premier League? The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss. 

Everton were in 15th place when they sacked Rafa; under Lampard, they are in the drop zone. Lampard's appointment has yielded less points per game than Rafa. Everton resorted to the dark arts and only had 18% possession and still lost by two goals. Is it time for Everton to go down?

Manchester United lost 4-0 against Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday, following their 5-0 thrashing by the same opposition at Old Trafford in October. The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss the decline of God's team and the elevation of Arsenal into the top four.

Manchester City completed the signing of Jack Grealish for a British-record fee of £100 million, surpassing the £89.3 million spent by Manchester United to sign Paul Pogba from Juventus in 2016. After crashing out of the league cup and now the FA Cup, two cups that City would have been favourites to win before the season started, The Legend and SGP discuss whether Jack Grealish will win anything this season after turning his back on his boyhood club.

With players flopping all around, spitting, pulling hair, time wasting, and diving, it's clear as day that Atlético de Madrid vs Manchester City was a terrible advertisement for football as The Legend and SGP discuss. 

Manchester City and Liverpool played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in the Premier League title showdown at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

Real Madrid ran out 3-1 winners in what was their best performance of the season, beating the reigning European champions Chelsea. Karim Benzema scored a hat-trick and had Madrid cruising with two goals inside the opening 24 minutes. The Legend and Special Guest discuss where Chelsea go from here.

Before Brentford came to Stamford Bridge, only Manchester City had left victorious during the 2021/22 Premier League season, and they had conceded ten times at home in 13 matches. That record was laid to rest as Brentford scored four second half goals to record a memorable win against the Champions of Europe. The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss if Chelsea are cracking under the pressure of everything that is happening behind the scenes at the club.   

England boss Gareth Southgate has called the booing of defender Harry Maguire in their 3-0 friendly win over Ivory Coast "an absolute joke". Meanwhile, Mike breaks bread with the Russian government and Special Guest Paul starts tossing his weight around the pod. 

Special Guest Paul takes the reins with the seldom seen Sir Ben to discuss England's 2-1 victory over Switzerland as well as Canada officially qualifying for the World Cup. The latest incarnation of the Super League is discussed with UEFA President Ceferin proposing two additional teams to qualify via a coefficient. You'll also find some dubious film insight regarding the best picture Oscar candidates.  

European champion Italy will miss the World Cup. Yet again. The unthinkable happened in Palermo as the Azzurri were beaten 1-0 by North Macedonia following a last-gasp goal by Aleksandar Trajkovski in their playoff semifinal. Support the pod boyz on Patreon! 

Steven Gerrard has coldly responded to Arsenal's Bukayo Saka after he pleaded with referees to give him more protection following the win at Aston Villa. Gerrard said, and we quote, "I’m sitting here now with screws in my hips. I’ve had about 16 operations. I’m struggling to go to the gym at the moment. That’s all on the back of earning a living in English football. Saka will learn and he’ll learn quick.” The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss. 

On the latest episode of EPLpod, The Legend talks about God's team getting dumped out of the Champions League as Special Guest Paul talks about Liverpool beating Arsenal to a pulp.  Patreon will be closing soon; send us canned goods instead please! 

Kai Havertz struck late to seal blood-money-Chelsea a late 1-0 win against a resilient blood-money-Newcastle side in the sportswashing derby at Stamford Bridge.

Having built a lead through Mbappé’s brilliance, Neymar, Messi and the rest of Paris Saint-Germain crumble under Real Madrid’s pressure. Meanwhile, back in Manchester, Ronaldo gets set to take on Atlético de Madrid.    FULL EPISODE HERE              

Kevin De Bruyne scored twice in the first half and Riyad Mahrez did the same in the second half in a chastening afternoon for Ralf Rangnick’s side who all but gave up in the second half. 

Faced with the threat of financial sanctions targeting Russians, Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich confirmed he is trying to sell the club. Will Chelsea ever get back to the top again under new ownership? The Legend and SGP discuss. GET THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Roman Abramovich's ties to Vladimir Putin are as obvious as they are undeniably. As Putin continues to wage war against Ukraine, how can Chelsea fans still support a club that if wholly owned by one of Putin's cronies? The Legend and SGP discuss.  

UEFA faced calls from the many including the British government to strip Russia of hosting the Champions League final over concerns it would legitimize what it called an "illegal invasion" of Ukraine, prompting European football's governing body to say it would reconsider St. Petersburg staging the showpiece match. At the time of publication, nothing has been done yet. What in the world is UEFA president Aleksander Čeferin thinking? GET THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Jürgen Klopp’s squad are closing in on Manchester City with Liverpool now just six points behind them in the table. However, despite the loss to Spurs, Manchester City The Legend believes that the loss is just a tiny stumbling block and isn't terribly significant for Manchester City will still win the Premier League.  

Manchester City brutalize Sporting Lisbon with a 5-0 defeat away in Portugal. With the two-legged affair basically over, The Legend and Special Guest Paul reflect on England's dominance in Europe.  FOR THE FULL EPISODE, CLICK HERE EPLpod internship: [email protected] 

Manchester United resort to crying and moaning to the referee instead of cracking on with matters. Instead of playing proper football, United players would rather leak stories to the media and stab their manager in the back which to be clear, is super uncool.   Apply for the internship: [email protected]

Kurt Zouma started for West Ham against Watford on Tuesday less than 24 hours after video emerged of him kicking and punching pet cat; Moyes says incident did not impact his decision to start defender while Essex Police confirmed "urgent enquiries" are ongoing. The Legend and SGP discuss David Moyes and his inability to do the right thing and not play Kurt Zouma.  GET THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Celebrations erupted after Senegal claimed their first Africa Cup of Nations title in a penalty shootout over seven-time winners Egypt with Liverpool's Mané also winning the best player of the tournament.  EPLpod internship: [email protected]

Earlier this year, the pod boyz talked about a study on the negative effects of Fantasy Football on mental health. Since we run a fantasy premier league of our own, we sent Intern Sam to speak with Ross Dowsett to better understand his study. Does playing FPL lead to mental health issues?    Interested in the EPLpod internship? Email us: [email protected]    Ross Dowsett's FPL Account: FPL__Raptor Check out his book: @TheMindGame | Linktree    

The 2022 Fifa World Cup in Qatar is fast approaching. The Legend discusses the issues of labour and workers rights in the host country with Malcolm Bidali, a former migrant worker. In the episode, Malcolm talks about his experience being put in solitary confinement after writing about the struggles for workers in Qatar on his blog. Older episode of EPLpod on Qatar:  1) What do we know so far about the Qatar World Cup? 2) The Workers Cup filmmakers talk Qatar World Cup

In today's pod, Intern Sam interviews the chairman of Bedford FC (soon to be Real Bedford), Peter McCormack about his mission to bring his hometown club to the Premier League. What makes him different from other owners is his plan to use his background in cryptocurrency to build the first Bitcoin-backed club. Here, Peter discusses his background in Bitcoin and the experiences he's had as the new owner of a football club.     Real Bedford's Website: Real Bedford FC Check out Peter's podcast: What Bitcoin Did - The #1 Bitcoin Podcast

Marcus Rashford scored in the third and final minute of stoppage time to earn Manchester United a 1-0 win over West Ham that lifted the team above its opponent into fourth place in the Premier League on Saturday. The Legend and birthday boy, SGP, discuss. 

'Mr. DT', Arsenal supporter Liam Goodenough, earned himself a big following as a regular on Arsenal Fan TV, but he has been sentenced to three years in prison after subjecting his victim to "a shocking and frightening ordeal." FULL EPISODE HERE 

Spurs were 'extremely surprised' at Arsenal's decision and called for 'clarity and consistency' in the rules regarding to cancelling matches just before kickoff. The Gunners have a host of players missing with Covid, injury, suspension, and AFCON. However, the Premier League says all clubs can apply for postponements "if COVID infections are a factor." But does one single case really count? The Legend and SGP discuss.   

The Africa Cup of Nations match between Mali and Tunisia ended in bizarre circumstance as referee Janny Sikazwe of Zambia twice blew his whistle before the clock had hit 90 minutes. Players went off into the dressing room the second time, only for them to be ordered to return 25 minutes later before Tunisia refused. The Legend and SPG discuss!  LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE               

League One Cambridge United produced a classic FA Cup upset as they defied the odds to stun mega rich Newcastle United at St James' Park and reach the fourth round. FOLLOW EPLpod on TIKTOK

Romelu Lukaku has apologized and returned to the Chelsea squad for Wednesday's Carabao Cup semi-final first leg against Tottenham. Will there be a new and fresh lovers' tiff between Thomas Tuchel and Romelu Lukaku in the near future?  Disclaimer: part three has nothing to do with football. It's a long rant about covid from two covid-fatigued and frustrated people who don't really know what they're talking about when it comes to virology.  GET THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Romelu Lukaku's future at Chelsea looks increasingly uncertain after the striker was dropped for the Premier League clash with Liverpool. How can Lukaku possibly come back after disrespecting Chelsea fans, senior players, Roman Abramovich, and most importantly, Thomas Tuchel?  

Danny Welbeck's stoppage-time header secured a 1-1 draw for Brighton; Thomas Tuchel was furious with the refereeing after his side slipped eight points behind Manchester City and said it is "stupid" to think they are in the title race.               

Arsenal secured their fourth Premier League victory in a row as they ran out comfortable winners at Carrow Road and heaped more misery on basement dwellers Norwich. FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK

Intern Sam interviews the author of The Price of Football, Kieran Maguire, about the sexy world of football finance. From ticket prices to the effect of another COVID shutdown, Kieran provides incredible insight in an easy-to-understand way that even a lowly intern can understand.  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says player safety is at risk after his side were made to play their Premier League game against Wolverhampton Wanders on Sunday despite a Covid-19 outbreak. Is the Chelsea manager fishing for excuses or does he have a valid point? The Legend and SGP discuss.  Follow us on TIKTOK

It's becoming clear that the Premier League won't be able to proceed in the coming weeks chiefly because unvaccinated players are causing all sorts of scheduling issues with their respective mandatory isolations as well as passing around the virus at a rate of 10x as compared to vaccinated players. Enough is enough already, it's time for unvaccinated players to stop thinking about just themselves. The Legend and SGP discuss. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL EPISODE                

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has dropped Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang for Saturday's Premier League game against Southampton due to a "disciplinary breach." Aubameyang was not present at training on Friday and although the club have refused to specify the exact nature of the incident, a club source said it's "not COVID related." Does the bad boy striker need a good spanking?  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK

Trash boyz Barcelona FC have been eliminated from the 2021-22 UEFA Champions League after a heavy 3-0 loss at Bayern Munich on the final matchday of the group stage. Goals by Thomas Muller, Leroy Sané and Jamal Musiala powered the German giants to a second straight clean sheet victory against Barca as the Catalan club is reduced to the Shame Cup alongside West Ham United. GET THE FULL EPISODE HERE

Having gone ahead through a Thiago Silva goal, Edouard Mendy gave away a penalty and then despite Mason Mount restoring the lead, Chelsea allowed the home side to score twice in the second half, the frustrating winner coming late on as Edouard Mendy was caught snoozing.  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOC

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player in history to score 800 top-level career goals when he struck twice for Manchester United in a 3-2 win over Arsenal on Thursday, yet some people like Nick Stampar and Karaan Mehrottra still think he's been a bad signing. 

The super-safe game plan, with Cristiano Ronaldo dropped to the bench, worked for Manchester United. Hitting Chelsea on the counterattack, with Jadon Sancho scoring his first Premier League goal, and grabbing a point is the type of damage limitation-mode United is in this season. Snatching a 1-1 draw on Sunday – after home humiliations to Liverpool and Manchester City in the fading light of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's reign – gives Ralf Rangnick a strong platform to build on.

According to The Athletic, "Ralf Rangnick has reached an agreement with Manchester United to become their interim manager. The 63-year-old, who is seen as the ‘godfather’ of modern coaching in Germany, is leaving his job as head of sports and development at Lokomotiv Moscow to take up the role." The Legend and SGP discuss what this means for God's team.

As often stated, "Nice guys don't finish first," holds to be true as Manchester United fire class act Ole Gunnar Solskjær. The replacement plan: a caretaker manager before an interim manager before the actual next manager. Does Manchester United and The Glazer family know what they're doing here? The Legend and SGP discuss.  Follow us on TIKTOK  

There's been a power shift within CONCACAF during this year's final round of qualifying for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, as evidenced by Canada's epic 2-1 win over the Mexicans on a balls cold Tuesday night before 44,212 spectators at Edmonton's Commonwealth Stadium. It could mean Canada's second-ever trip to the World Cup and its first since 1986. But will they actually book their ticket to the big dance? The Legend and SGP discuss!  GET THE FULL EPISODE HERE!                 

SGP has his own special guest, Professor Wyn Grant, to help shed light on the political and business forces running football today. Grant’s latest book, Political Football: Regulation, Globalization, and the Market, delves into how the global nature of the sport has diminished the importance of local fans and led to a widening gap between clubs. SGP also plays a song at the end for the recently departed Lake Dolan.    Buy Wyn's book here Follow us on TikTok    

At Eddie Howe's first press conference as manager of Newcastle United, he totally dodged the question of Saudi Arabia’s appalling human rights record and pretended that football is merely played in a vacuum. Not a great show of leadership from a manager who must lead Newcastle out of the bottom three spots.   FULL EPISODE HERE              

Liverpool suffered a shock first defeat of the season against West Ham United with goalkeeper Alisson at fault for all three goals in David Moyes' side's 3-2 win. West Ham moved above Liverpool into third place in the Premier League and stalled Jurgen Klopp's side's unbeaten run of 25 matches in all competitions. This got the EPLpod boyz thinking: Are West Ham United actually good now?  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK

Since the takeover twenty years ago, Spurs have won just one (rather meaningless) trophy, with this coming in the form of the 2008 League Cup (Tottenham Hotspur).  Levy's lack of investment coupled with his poor decision making with managers has led Spurs to years of trophyless seasons. If anyone should go, it should be him! GET THE FULL EPISODE HERE!                

Nuno Espírito Santo’s future as Tottenham manager is in serious doubt after the chairman, Daniel Levy, and the managing director held crisis talks after Saturday’s 3-0 defeat at home to Manchester United. The Legend and SGP discuss whether or not the Spurs manager will get the sack.

Danny Mills made his feelings clear about Manchester United on Sky Sports' Football Show with an X-rated comment that was mistakenly broadcast live. Yet, everyone in the studio had a good chuckle. Why is it that football broadcasters are always so serious? After all, we're just talking about a fun game here, are we not?  GET THE FULL EPISODE HERE            

The Canaries suffered a 7-0 drubbing at the hands of league leader Chelsea on Saturday in what was one of the most one-sided matches you are ever likely to see in the English top flight. How embarrassing for fans of Norwich City F.C! Let's not talk about anything other than that, okay?    EPLpod internship: [email protected]

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a late winning goal to complete a stunning Manchester United comeback against Atalanta in the Champions League. Much of Ronaldo's career has been defined by big goals in big moments and the Portuguese forward now has another to add to the list. To think that Ronaldo isn't anything other than sensational and useful at this moment in time is tantamount to not understanding football. GET THE FULL EPISODE HERE! 

Newcastle fans were photographed wearing Saudi headdresses and Sheikh outfits. The Magpies were purchased by a murder-thirsty dictator for around £300 million just over a week ago. The Geordie Nation is eager to enjoy their blood money, but until the transfer window opens, they will just have to support a club which has yet to win a single game all season.  VOTE FOR THE POD BOYZ! 

The Legend talks to Lina Althaloul, sister of Loujain Hathloul. Loujain is a Saudi women's rights activist, a social media figure, and a former political prisoner who is still not free and cannot talk to the media. The Legend and Lina talk about Mohammed Bin Salman and the Newcastle United takeover. #FreeLoujain VOTE for the pod boyz! 

Domestic abuse increases following football games – and this increase is driven by alcohol-related abuse, a new study from the London School of Economics and Political Science finds. The research from the LSE’s Centre for Economic Performance (CEP) reveals that the increase in domestic abuse occurs when football games are scheduled at midday or in the afternoon. There is no increase in domestic abuse when games kick-off after 7pm. The Legend talks to Dr. Ria Ivandic about the study's findings.  Read the full paper here VOTE FOR THE POD BOYZ!  Listen to The Legend talk to Dr. Ellen R. Wald about MBS and the Newcastle takeover. 

The Legend chats with Financial Times journalist and author, Simon Kuper. In his latest book, The Barcelona Complex, Kuper tells the story of how FC Barcelona became the most successful club in the world—and how that era is now ending. Vote for EPLpod in the FSA Awards!  

Mo Salah has either scored (8) or assisted (3) in eight of his nine games in all competitions this season, having a direct hand in more goals so far in 2021-22 than any other Premier League player. Does this make Salah the best player going at the moment? 

Cristiano Ronaldo of God's team, Manchester United, added to his record collection by becoming the player with the most appearances in the competition's history. And in his 178th game in Europe's top-tier competition, Ronaldo scored his 136th goal to secure a 2-1 win for Manchester United. This begs the question: has God taken shape in the form of Cristiano Ronaldo?  LINK TO FULL EPISODE              

With Arsenal out of Europe and Spurs in Europa Conference (whatever that is), is a derby between these two mid-table clubs even relevant anymore? The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss. 

Marcos Alonso will not be taking a knee to promote racial equality. Instead, the Spain left-back says he will instead point to the Premier League 'No Room for Racism' badge on his sleeve; players have been taking a knee since the summer of 2020 to show support for the movement for racial equality; Thomas Tuchel: "This is his decision, we accept it." Is he an asshole for not taking the knee?  FULL EPISODE HERE

What ho, chappies! We're just letting you know that tonight's regularly scheduled episode will come out tomorrow. That's all. Sorry for the fuss.

When West Ham won a penalty deep into stoppage time, and thus presented with an unexpected chance to equalize against Manchester United, David Moyes made a crazy call. Having left Mark Noble on the bench throughout the entire match, the Moyes decided now was the moment to deploy his stone-cold, unstretched, super old captain. Boy, oh boy, did his decision blow up in his stupid face or what! The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss. 

Liverpool had to come from behind to win a Champions League thriller against AC Milan at Anfield. The Legend and SGP discuss as well as all of the other Champions League games involving English clubs as well as the passing of Canadian comedian, Norm MacDonald.  DOWNLOAD FULL EPISODE HERE

Arsenal lifted the pressure on manager Mikel Arteta as they secured their first points of the Premier League season with victory over Norwich City at Emirates Stadium. The Legend and Special Guest Paul version 2.0 discuss! 

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice on his triumphant return to Manchester United after 12 years in a 4-1 victory over Newcastle in the English Premier League. The Legend gives his hot take on the return of a veritable cheat code. 

Following a proposal by the Saudi Arabian Football Federation in May, FIFA is now carrying out a feasibility study into the practicalities of altering the World Cup cycle from four years to two. The study is being led by former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger (now FIFA's Chief of Global Football Development) who was run out of Arsenal by their fans. Is he going to ruin the World Cup next? 

Fans spent £32.5m in the first 12 hours on Cristiano Ronaldo's number 7 Manchester United shirt which Edinson Cavani was nice enough to give him. 

Fantasy Football managers will have to set aside a massive £12.5million to sign Cristiano Ronaldo up for their virtual teams after he officially returned to Manchester United. But is he worth the price? The Legend and a very special guest discuss... 

Cristiano Ronaldo's transfer back to Manchester United was celebrated and praised widely by many football fans. But there was also a large number of people who recalled Cristiano Ronaldo's rape allegation which is still ongoing. Some individuals were upset with fans celebrating Ronaldo being "re-united." The Legend and Sir Ben discuss the issue. 

Manchester City are hoping to pull off a sensational attempt to sign Cristiano Ronaldo after the Portugal forward’s representative held talks with Juventus over a potential return to the Premier League. Hit us up with a 5 star review on iTunes or else... 

Chappies, Special Guest Paul has gone AWOL. He was last seen flying his single prop plane into the dark Kabul night. We here at EPLpod fear the worst. Please show us support and solidarity by tweeting out #SaveSpecialGuestPaul. 

Lukaku inspires Chelsea to 2-0 victory at Arsenal; When asked by Sky Sports to describe his performance vs Arsenal, Lukaku replies: "Dominant." He wasn't wrong.   

The Legend talks with renowned French journalist Philippe Auclair about his recent article titled Is the Premier League used as part of an unprecedented money-laundering operation?  

Spurs take down Manchester City, Manchester United drum Leeds, and Special Guest Paul goes off to fight the Taliban! All of that and so much more in this episode.  

FPL Sign Up The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 13th, 2021 at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $25 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (25 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. We’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies!  

The government in Doha wants 2022 to be all about Qatar. To that end, Leo Messi has been enlisted to play his part in their highly tactical game plan of shifting perceptions away from its brutal authoritarian regime. FPL Sign Up The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 13th, 2021 at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $25 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (25 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. We’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies!  

A tearful Lionel Messi has said his next move is not confirmed at an emotional farewell news conference Sunday, it seems like he's off to Paris. With Neymar, Messi, and Ronaldo all gone from La Liga, why bother watching?  FPL Sign Up The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 13th, 2021 at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $25 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (25 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. We’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies!

England Captain Harry Kane has angered the Spurs hierarchy when he failed to report for his two days of pre-season work as it came to light that he was on a family holiday. The 28-year was in the Bahamas before moving on to Florida and he was still there on Wednesday. Meanwhile, everyone else at Spurs is fulfilling their contacts by training as a team. This begs the question: Does Harry Kane not know how a contract works?  FPL Sign Up The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 13th, 2021 at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $25 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (25 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. We’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies!

What is the function of men's Olympic soccer? It's a tournament for young prospects? Then why have three over-23-year-olds play for each squad? Clubs also don't have to release their players for this tournament either. The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss.    FPL Sign Up The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 13th, 2021 at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $25 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (25 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. We’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies!

The British government are mulling over whether to make a double Covid-19 vaccination a condition of entry at matches; Premier League managers will get to have their say over the next two weeks across meetings being organized by the LMA. The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss! 

Former England ace Wayne Rooney has claimed he was 'set up' and has complained to Greater Manchester Police after social media was flooded with images of him getting close to a woman in a nightclub and asleep in a hotel room while two half-naked women took photos around him. The Legend and Special Guest Paul regrettably discuss the whole sordid episode.  FPL Sign Up The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 13th, 2021 at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $25 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (25 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. We’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies!

The pod boyz (The Legend and Special Guest Paul) are taking one episode off, but remember to sign up for FPL while you still can!   The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 13th, 2021 at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $25 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (25 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. We’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies!

Special Guest Paul talks to New York Times best selling author of The Plant-Based Athlete. SIGN UP FOR FPL The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 13th, 2021 at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $25 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (25 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. We’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies!

England face being handed a stadium ban by Uefa after the governing body opened an investigation into the chaotic and violent scenes at Wembley around the Euro 2020 final, meaning one or more of their Nations League games next year could be played behind closed doors. The Legend and Special Guest Saul talk about why England fans are so badly behaved.  FULL EPISODE HERE SIGN UP FOR FPL The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 13th, 2021 at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $25 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (25 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. We’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies!

England lose Euro 2020 final after penalty shootout heartbreak against Italy Italy 1-1 England (pens 3-2): Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka missed the crucial spot kicks in the shootout. The Legend, Special Guest Paul, and Sir Ben discuss.  SIGN UP FOR FPL The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 13th, 2021 at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $25 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (25 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. We’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies!

England has broken through its semifinal ceiling at major soccer tournaments. A title match awaits for the first time in 55 years. The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss.  FULL EPISODE HERE              

As England prepare to take on Denmark in the semi-finals of Euro 2020, how exactly does Southgate address English squad members who are close friends with Christian Eriksen? How does England get over the Eriksen narrative which seems to have been fuelling the Danes? The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss. 

Manchester United's protracted negotiations to sign Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund have resulted in a deal over a year into them. The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss just how sweet of a deal this actually is for God's team, Manchester United. FULL EPISODE HERE 

England struck twice late on to end a 55-year wait for a knockout tie victory over Germany amid scenes of huge tension and elation to reach the Euro 2020 quarter-finals at Wembley. The Legend and Sir Ben Teague discuss! 

Holland defender Matthijs de Ligt faced up to the media after grabbing the ball with his hand, earning him a red card, and said "we basically lost the match because of what I did." The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss the stupidity of it all as Special Guest Paul is the first person eliminated from the EPLpod Euro Tournament as he choose the Dutch. What an idiot!  

We all heard Aleksander Čeferin speak at length when The Super League was shut down. But where is he now as his organization refuses to take a stand against bigots? He's not saying a single word as UEFA's reputation slides even further in the mud as they preform a massive about-face in the fight for basic human rights for all.   FOR THE FULL EPISODE             

UEFA has ruined the Euros! Never mind the 5 subs, water breaks, endless travel for some teams but not others, the format itself is unsporting and unfair. The Legend and Special Paul discuss how stupid the Euros have become! 

Coca-Cola‘s market value abruptly plunged by about $4 billion on Monday, in a dive that coincided with soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo snubbing the Euro 2020 sponsor during a press conference at the tournament. The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss.  FULL EPISODE HERE

Gareth Southgate paid tribute to Raheem Sterling after the winger’s first goal at a major tournament gave England a 1-0 win against Croatia in their opening game at Euro 2020. Can they go all the way? The English media tend to think so... The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss. 

Phil Foden has a terrible new haircut which everyone wants to talk about on social media. He also went in for the dye job too which makes him look like an ugly eminem. The Legend and Special Guest Paul regrettably discuss!  Euro Tournament Rules The league will be closed off on June 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ In the PayPal note, simply write the name of the country which you think will win the Euros. 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent confirmation. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. How it works: In the PayPal note, write the name of the country you think will win the Euros. If you’re correct, you win. All picks will be placed in a Google sheets document. You will be able to view the document right after the deadline. One pick per Patreon supporter. What if there are multiple winners? The prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners.

France are the favourites to win this summer’s tournament but they will not have it easy, having been drawn in a group with Hungary, Germany and reigning European champions Portugal.    Euro Tournament Rules The league will be closed off on June 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ In the PayPal note, simply write the name of the country which you think will win the Euros. 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent confirmation. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. How it works: In the PayPal note, write the name of the country you think will win the Euros. If you’re correct, you win. All picks will be placed in a Google sheets document. You will be able to view the document right after the deadline. One pick per Patreon supporter. What if there are multiple winners? The prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners. 

With the presentations of Sergio Agüero and Eric García, FC Barcelona continues adding players on free transfers. In addition, Georginio Wijnaldum and Memphis Depay are strongly rumored - both on frees. The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss the mad antics of a club that is flat broke.  LINK TO FULL EPISODE Euro Tournament Rules The league will be closed off on June 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ In the PayPal note, simply write the name of the country which you think will win the Euros. 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent confirmation. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. How it works: In the PayPal note, write the name of the country you think will win the Euros. If you’re correct, you win. All picks will be placed in a Google sheets document. You will be able to view the document right after the deadline. One pick per Patreon supporter. What if there are multiple winners? The prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners. 

Chelsea won the Champions League for the second time Saturday, beating Manchester City 1-0 thanks to Kai Havertz's first-half goal as Pep Guardiola's overthinking proved costly again in the all-English final. The Legend, Special Guest Paul, and the Ghost of Karaan discuss.   Euro Tournament Rules The league will be closed off on June 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ In the PayPal note, simply write the name of the country which you think will win the Euros. 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent confirmation. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. How it works: In the PayPal note, write the name of the country you think will win the Euros. If you’re correct, you win. All picks will be placed in a Google sheets document. You will be able to view the document right after the deadline. One pick per Patreon supporter. What if there are multiple winners? The prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners.  

David de Gea’s commitment is questioned by Special Guest Paul as the Manchester United goalkeeper concedes 11 straight penalties before missing his own in a dramatic Europa League final defeat to Villarreal. FULL EPISODE HERE Euro Tournament Rules The league will be closed off on June 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ In the PayPal note, simply write the name of the country which you think will win the Euros. 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent confirmation. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. How it works: In the PayPal note, write the name of the country you think will win the Euros. If you’re correct, you win. All picks will be placed in a Google sheets document. You will be able to view the document right after the deadline. One pick per Patreon supporter. What if there are multiple winners? The prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners.

WHAT A SHOCKER OF A SEASON! Harry Kane wins the Golden Boot! WHAT!? Ederson wins the Golden Glove! Come on!? And the four richest teams all finish in the top four! NO WAY! WHO WOULD HAVE EVER THOUGH THAT WAS POSSIBLE? Mike and Paul discuss!  Euro Tournament Rules  The league will be closed off on June 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ In the PayPal note, simply write the name of the country which you think will win the Euros. 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent confirmation. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. How it works: In the PayPal note, write the name of the country you think will win the Euros. If you’re correct, you win. All picks will be placed in a Google sheets document. You will be able to view the document right after the deadline. One pick per Patreon supporter. What if there are multiple winners? The prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners.

Sam Allardyce will step down as West Brom's head coach at the end of the season. The 66-year-old revealed he was made a "generous offer" to remain at the club as they drop down to the Sky Bet Championship next season, but the former England manager says he cannot commit to the project at this stage of his career. Is he abandoning his own sinking ship? The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss.  Euro Tournament Rules  The league will be closed off on June 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ In the PayPal note, simply write the name of the country which you think will win the Euros. 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent confirmation. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. How it works: In the PayPal note, write the name of the country you think will win the Euros. If you’re correct, you win. All picks will be placed in a Google sheets document. You will be able to view the document right after the deadline. One pick per Patreon supporter. What if there are multiple winners? The prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners.

Youri Tielemans produced one of the great FA Cup final goals to give Leicester City the trophy for the first time in their history with victory over Chelsea at Wembley. Next up for Chelsea in the Premier League is... Leicester City! It's going to be a huge game for Chelsea's top four hopes. Can they handle the pressure? The Legend and Special Paul Guest chat about it.  Euro Tournament Rules  The league will be closed off on June 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ In the PayPal note, simply write the name of the country which you think will win the Euros. 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent confirmation. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. How it works: In the PayPal note, write the name of the country you think will win the Euros. If you’re correct, you win. All picks will be placed in a Google sheets document. You will be able to view the document right after the deadline. One pick per Patreon supporter. What if there are multiple winners? The prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners.

The mistake from Jorginho that gifted Arsenal victory could very well be ominous. With a top four battle on their hands, a FA Cup final, and a Champions League final to be played, let's remember that Chelsea hasn't won anything just yet. Their season could very well end up in flames.   LINK TO FULL EPISODE Euro Tournament Rules  The league will be closed off on June 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ In the PayPal note, simply write the name of the country which you think will win the Euros. 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent confirmation. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. How it works: In the PayPal note, write the name of the country you think will win the Euros. If you’re correct, you win. All picks will be placed in a Google sheets document. You will be able to view the document right after the deadline. One pick per Patreon supporter. What if there are multiple winners? The prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners.

Sergio Aguero made a mess of a Panenka penalty as Chelsea ensured Manchester City must wait a little longer to wrap up the Premier League title by fighting back to earn a dramatic win at Etihad Stadium. After City having lost in the FA Cup to Chelsea and now this loss, perhaps Chelsea have City's number? EPLpod’s Euro Cup deadline is June 10th at noon EST. FPL Rules The league will be closed off on June 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ In the PayPal note, simply write the name of the country which you think will win the Euros. 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent confirmation. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. How it works: In the PayPal note, write the name of the country you think will win the Euros. If you’re correct, you win. All picks will be placed in a Google sheets document. You will be able to view the document right after the deadline. One pick per Patreon supporter. What if there are multiple winners? The prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners.  

A number of Real Madrid fans criticized Eden Hazard after he was seen laughing with Chelsea’s players following his team’s Champions League semi-final defeat at Stamford Bridge. Special Guest Paul and The Legend discuss!  LINK TO THE FULL POD!  EPLpod’s Euro Cup deadline is June 10th at noon EST. FPL Rules The league will be closed off on June 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ In the PayPal note, simply write the name of the country which you think will win the Euros. 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent confirmation. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. How it works: In the PayPal note, write the name of the country you think will win the Euros. If you’re correct, you win. All picks will be placed in a Google sheets document. You will be able to view the document right after the deadline. One pick per Patreon supporter. What if there are multiple winners? The prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners.

Manchester United’s game with Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday was postponed after a planned peaceful protest outside the stadium by fans angry with the club’s owners. Will this spark other similar protests throughout the country? Mike and Special Guest Paul discuss.  EPLpod's Euro Cup deadline is June 10th at noon EST.  FPL Rules The league will be closed off on June 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]).   Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $4 per month works out to 50 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ In the PayPal note, simply write the name of the country which you think will win the Euros.    100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent confirmation.  FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. How it works: In the PayPal note, write the name of the country you think will win the Euros. If you’re correct, you win. All picks will be placed in a Google sheets document. You will be able to view the document right after the deadline. One pick per Patreon supporter. What if there are multiple winners? The prize money will be split evenly amongst the winners.   

From an ownership perspective, the remaining four clubs in the Champions League are repugnant. Three out of the four are from the dirty dozen, with three of the clubs being owned by oppressive dictators. But which club is the the most morally insidious and which club is the least morally reprehensible? Mike and Paul discuss! LINK TO FULL EPISODE

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez says the 12 clubs that agreed to join a new European Super League have "binding contracts" and "cannot leave". The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss what the third iteration of the European Super League will look like. 

It has been a crazy few days for European football. The biggest, richest clubs on the continent quit the Champions League, then returned, humiliated and apologetic in less than 48 hours. The Legend speaks to author James Montague of The Billionaires Club about the calamity that was wrapped up in a farce.  FULL EPISODE HERE 

European football was hit by a nuclear bomb of greed after new plans for a European super league were revealed that would mean six English clubs – Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham – would join a breakaway competition that would create a caste system in the Premier League. The new Super League would be like hunting animals in a cage; it's such a bad idea that all clubs involved should be relegated for their mutiny. 

PSG, Manchester City, and Chelsea are all owned by oil tycoons, but which tycoon will reign supreme in the Champions League this year? Mike and Paul discuss.  FULL EPISODE

Harry Kane is running out of patience at Tottenham Hotspur and will push for a transfer this summer if they fail to secure Champions League qualification. Mike and Paul discuss where Harry Kane will end up next season!  

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has often compared himself to a lion - but it's alleged that 10 years ago, the Swedish striker was 'trophy hunting' for the wild animal. Mike and Paul discuss!  Full episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/49768374  

Mino Raiola and Erling Haaland’s father, Alf-Inge, travelled around Europe meeting with executives and officials of the main clubs interested in the 20-year-old striker earlier this week.  In oder to land the striker, the "lucky" club will have to shell out:  - €20 million to be paid to Mino Raiola - €20 million to be paid to Alf-Inge Haaland - A wage package of €30 million net per season to be paid to Erling Haaland - Plus the transfer fee, reported to be a minimum of €150 million, paid to Borussia Dortmund Mike and Paul discuss!   

Manchester City reportedly still want to sign Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland this summer in what would be a sensational double transfer swoop. But can they afford it? Can they afford not to do it? The Legend and Special Guest Paul discuss.  FULL EPISODE HERE              

According to the Financial Times: "Football Index has collapsed into administration, furious individuals have been blocked from withdrawing their funds and the company’s image of itself as a stock market for the sport lies shattered." Mike and Paul discuss! 

There have been many instances of malicious use of the software “TeamViewer” which are now Manchester United's new shirt sponsor.  Special Guest Paul and The Legend discuss this issues as well as World Cup Qualifiers and FPL. 

What ho, chappies! Unfortunately, there will be no pod tonight because of technical issues. Rest assured that our unpaid, child technicians will be working around the clock to resolve the issue. We will not feed them or give them water until they come back to us with a solution. 

Kylian Mbappé vs Erling Haaland: who would be a better signing? Which player would dominate the Premier League? Are either player affordable? In other news, Hakim Ziyech and Emerson got the goals as Chelsea made very short work indeed of a very poor Atlético side in the Champions League.

The Athletic reports, "Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta dropped club captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang because he reported late for the north London derby against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, it can be revealed." Apparently, Aubameyang's lateness is becoming an issue as of late which begs the question: does he even give a shit?   

For the first time since 2004-05, neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo will see their teams involved in the Champions League quarter-finals. Messi and Barcelona were eliminated at the last-16 stage by PSG, who drew 1-1 against the Spanish side on Wednesday to seal a 5-2 aggregate triumph. The day before Porto stunned Juventus and Ronaldo, advancing after a thrilling extra-time battle in the second leg in Turin.

Success for Manchester United is winning a battle against a side which will win the war. Although City manager Pep Guardiola’s pursuit of a world-record winning streak ended after United won the derby 2-0 on Sunday, the result is of little consequence when it comes to deciding the title.

The Legend talks with Henning, the man behind the FPL Insider Twitter account - which tracks the online fantasy football profiles of Premier League players and staff and tweets out when they transfer in or out one of their real-life colleagues. You might remember that last week, the account came into the spotlight when it revealed that several Aston Villa stars had substituted out Jack Grealish. At the time, Villa were trying to hide the fact that he was injured. The Legend and Henning talk about what it's like to shoot into global footballing prominence overnight.  Link to BBC article

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola made history as his side continued their winning run to the Premier League title. Goals from central defenders Ruben Dias and John Stones gave Manchester City their 20th consecutive win in all competitions, with Stones scoring the winner in the 68th minute after Michael Antonio’s 43rd-minute goal gave an impressive West Ham hopes of taking at least a point. 

Manchester City left Germany with two crucial away goals against Borussia Monchengladbach - but Pep Guardiola's coat stole the show with some saying that he's outdone even Julian Nagelsmann in the fashion department. 

West Ham manager David Moyes says his side "haven't hit top gear yet" despite climbing into the top four of the Premier League with victory over London rivals Tottenham making them the best club in London. No, this is not another dumb joke; it's real. 

The Football Association is to undertake an extraordinary disciplinary procedure after charging a referee with misconduct. Darren Drysdale has apologized for his behaviour after he locked heads with Ipswich’s Alan Judge when the player contested a decision not to award a penalty in the 0-0 draw with Northampton on Tuesday. But given that Judge was screaming in the ref's face, isn't only human to fight back? 

Pep Guardiola says he would not change any member of the City squad for anyone. The Premier League leaders earned a 16th successive win in all competitions with Saturday's superb 3-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium.

Weather forecast is a deluge of Arsenal, some cold flurries of Willian, but mostly calming lower pressure systems of Saka and Emile Smith-Rowe. That's right folks, it's the Zoom three-way menage-a-trois with The Daily Zeitgeist's Miles Gray and the Arsecast's Andrew Mangan.  

The Legend and Special Guest Saul discuss how Alisson was punished for a chaotic second-half spell as Manchester City stretched their lead at the top of the Premier League after a 4-1 win over Liverpool in a heavyweight clash with significant ramifications for the title race.

Manchester United flop Jesse Lingard rewarded Manchester United flop David Moyes as Lingard  scored two debut goals in the win that means West Ham have achieved their highest top-flight points tally after 22 games since 1985-86.

Manchester United dropped points for the third time in four Premier League games with this goalless draw against an under-strength Arsenal side at Emirates Stadium. Unfortunately, it was yet another damp squib. 

Last-place Sheffield United pulled off the biggest upset in the Premier League this season, beating Manchester United 2-1 away to deny Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team a return to first place.

A scream from Andy Robertson was a forlorn attempt to distract Mason Greenwood beginning Manchester United’s comeback. The defender won’t be the only one shrieking at Liverpool after going out of the FA Cup as The Legend, Sir Ben, and Special Guest Paul discuss. 

Arsenal have cancelled the contract of Sokratis Papastathopoulos, their out-of-favour defender, leaving him free to find a new club, just days after letting Ozil leave on a free to Turkey. This begs the question, does Arsenal know that clubs can actually sell players and get money for them? HIT US UP WITH A FIVE STAR REVIEW OR ELSE WE'RE DOOMED TO SLIP OUT OF THE TOP 100.    

Manchester United remain on top of the Premier League table, with a three‑point advantage over Liverpool, as the season approaches halfway. The Legend, Special Guest Paul, and Sir Ben discuss United's form of excellent this season thus far. 

United are top after 17 games for the first time since 2013. The similarities and differences between then and now are striking as Mike and Paul discuss.  GIVE US A FIVE STAR REVIEW ALREADY!!! We don't want to slip out of the top 100. 

A coronavirus-affected FA Cup third round saw Aston Villa’s youngsters shine in defeat against Liverpool. But when you're watching men play against boys, what's the point really? Mike and Paul discuss. 

Stones and Fernandinho scored for Manchester City against Manchester United as Pep Guardiola sets up Carabao Cup final showdown vs Jose Mourinho. But does anyone actually care about this dumb competition?  

Frank Lampard is reportedly on thin ice at Chelsea, as a report suggest that Blues owner Roman Abramovich is already looking at replacements for the young head coach as the position of the legendary former Chelsea midfielder is ‘under serious threat’ at Stamford Bridge. Mike and Paul discuss whether or not Lampard should be trusted in the January transfer window with even more of Abramovich's money. 

Premier League clubs have discussed the possibility of stopping the season for two weeks in January to prevent a spread in coronavirus cases. But will they actually follow through and implement a 'circuit breaker?' Mike and his new co-host discuss. 

Jose Mourinho accused his players of lacking 'ambition' after their title tilt suffered another setback against Wolves. Spurs threw away the chance to move up to third – and close the gap on league leaders Liverpool to four points – after Romain Saiss' 86th-minute header secured Wolves a 1-1 draw at Molineux. Mike and Paul discuss. 

Paris Saint-Germain have fired manager Thomas Tuchel and former Tottenham head coach Mauricio Pochettino is set to replace him. Mike and Paul discuss. 

Ole Gunnar Solskjær described Manchester United’s 6-2 victory over Leeds as one of the “great performances” against their cross-Pennines rivals. With United moving into third place with a game in hand, why would anyone think they can't win the league? The table doesn't lie, does it? 

England footballer Jack Grealish has been banned from driving and fined more than £80,000 for two motoring offences. The Aston Villa captain, 25, previously admitted two counts of careless driving at Birmingham Magistrates' Court. Mike and Special Guest Paul discuss. 

Could Spurs win the league in the same year that Arsenal go down? Probably not. But it's a fun thought! Arsenal's 1-0 loss, courtesy of captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's own goal, leaves the north London side 15th in the table and on a run of seven defeats in their last 10 league games. Ouch! 

Paul Pogba is heading for the Manchester United exit following talks with manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer over his substitute role in the crushing defeat to Red Bull Leipzig. Juventus, the club Pogba left to rejoin United in 2016, are emerging as a genuine option for the World Cup winner when the transfer window opens next month, but are they really so stupid as to buy the underperforming, problem-causing, overrated midfielder?  

Harry Kane and Son Heung-min destroy Arsenal in the North London derby. Arsenal now sit in 15th place and look just terrible in every position, losing 6 out of their last 9 games in the Premier League. Just how bad can it get for The Gunners? Mike and Paul discuss. 

Ole Gunnar Solskjær has said that he considered substituting Fred before the Brazilian was sent off in Manchester United’s 3-1 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain at Old Trafford. Why he didn't actually go through with the substitution remains a mystery. Now United have to go away to RB Leipzig and get a result just to get through a group they should have won in a trot. 

What a total shit show, sad, pathetic event. How uncomfortable and disturbing was it watching David Luiz play on after such a sickening and awful clash of heads with Raul Jimenez? Shame on Arsenal's Mikel Arteta for not protecting his player. 

Diego Maradona, widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time, has died at the age of 60. But for those who weren't old enough to actually see him play, he left quite a different, paradoxical impression.  PAUL METCALFE as Rod Stewart

Pep Guardiola is a great manager. Sure, sure. But when it comes to refreshing his team, he's no where near Sir Alex Ferguson. After City's loss to Spurs this weekend, it's hard to see Guardiola's City pushing for the title as they sit in 13th place after 8 games.  

Manchester City star Phil Foden has described scoring for England as 'one of the best' moments of his short career to date. It's just too bad that the match meant absolutely nothing; luckily no spectators were on hand to watch such pointless drivel. 

Paul Pogba has admitted he is currently dealing with the most 'difficult' period of his career. The Manchester United star has struggled for form so far this season which has seen him fall down the midfield pecking order at Old Trafford. Maybe now is the time to consider selling him? Mike and Paul discuss. 

American Huckster is the first inside account of the international soccer scandal that rocked the world. At the heart of the corruption is the incredible story of a larger-than-life New York soccer dad who illegally raked in millions at the top of the most powerful and dirtiest sports organization on the planet, and became an FBI whistleblower to save his own skin. The Legend opens up the EPLpod vault and plays a previously unreleased interview from November 2017 with author Mary Papenfuss. 

Jürgen Klopp has claimed next summer’s European Championship could be decimated by injuries if a compressed schedule is not addressed after Trent Alexander-Arnold was injured during Liverpool’s 1-1 draw at Manchester City. Mike and Paul discuss all of the biggest injuries this weekend in the Premier League and pay their respects to Canadian great, Alex Trebek. 

British newspaper The Sun reported that Giggs was arrested at his home in Manchester on Sunday after a “disturbance” and was later released on bail. Mike and Paul discuss. 

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored the only goal of the game from the penalty spot as Arsenal beat hosts Manchester United 1-0 to secure its first win for 14 years in a Premier League match at Old Trafford. But let's face, Arsenal didn't look much better than Manchester United on the day. 

Praised for his campaigning against child poverty during the pandemic, Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford made just as explosive an impact in the Champions League on Wednesday when he came off the bench to embarrass Julian Nagelsmann and the rest of RB Leipzig by scoring a hatrick.

Jamie Vardy kept up his brilliant scoring record against Arsenal by coming off the bench to earn Leicester a 1-0 win at Emirates Stadium in the Premier League on Sunday. Special Guest Paul gets caught up in the latest Zoom accident of shame. 

The Legend talks with The Guardian's chief Manchester football correspondent Jamie Jackson about his latest book titled The Red Apprentice: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: The Making of Manchester United's Great Hope. Here's a link to buy the book: https://www.amazon.ca/Red-Apprentice-Solskjaer-Manchester-Uniteds/dp/B082XHBYKD

Liverpool can confirm Virgil van Dijk will undergo surgery on the knee injury he sustained during Saturday’s 2-2 draw at Everton. Special Guest Paul reckons that he’s gone for the year as he walks us through both of his ACL injuries in disgusting detail. 

Harry Maguire suffered a god awful 31 minutes before he put himself out of his own misery as England lost to Denmark at Wembley - his early departure prompting the question of whether he now needs a longer break from the game. Maybe he should take some time, grab some sun in Greece, and chill? 

Paul Pogba has once again spoken of his 'dream' to one day play for Real Madrid. With his Manchester United contract expiring next year, surely it's now or never for him. But is he even good enough for Real Madrid? 

Special Guest Paul and Andrew Mangan from Arseblog talk about Arsenal completing a £45m deal to sign Thomas Partey from Atletico Madrid on transfer deadline day.  Arseblog podcast Andrew on twitter  P.S. Apologies for the terrible pun in the headline. Look, we can't always be brilliant, okay? 

Liverpool and Manchester United were both comprehensively humiliated by defeats Sunday that rank among the heaviest in their history. Is it because of fatigue? Mike and Paul discuss. 

Manchester United beat Brighton for the second time in four days, with Paul Pogba scoring a free-kick to help seal their progress to the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup. Mike and Paul discuss. 

Thiago Silva’s Premier League debut was brutal. The Brazilian was handed the captain’s armband for Chelsea’s game against West Brom but was responsible for the Baggies’ second goal after committing a dreadful mistake. Signing a 36 year old defender on a free? Maybe not the best idea... 

The English Football League should really re-consider their position of not having mandatory testing. If EFL players are go to compete in competitions with Premier League players, then surely the EFL is going to ruin it for everyone, right?  

Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga gives up an absolute howler to Sadio Mane and Liverpool. Mike and Paul discuss just how many more matches Chelsea can play with him in between the sticks. Also, we tacked on an episode of EPLpod Live for you to listen to; We would love it if you gave EPLpod Live a Five Star review on iTunes

According to The Daily Mail, Gareth Bale has completed his emotional return to Tottenham. The Wales international has agreed terms on a year-long deal that Sportsmail understands to be worth more than £13million – part of which will be financed by Real Madrid. But will he be able to add value to Spurs? 

Mo Salah scored a hat trick to secure a 4-3 victory for English Premier League champion Liverpool in an insane opening day match with Marcelo Bielsa's Leeds United side at Anfield. Listen to the first ever episode of EPLpod (apologies for the audio, it will get better). 

Look, I know that having a two minute podcast pop up in your feed is as welcomed as having a mosquito enter your tent while camping, but the FPL deadline is TODAY and we thought we'd reminder you.  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

Gareth Southgate says he was “puzzled” by the behaviour of Phil Foden and Mason Greenwood and both would have been sent home even if there wasn't a global pandemic. But let's face it... who's he kidding.  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!  

Alexis Sanchez launched a stinging attack on Manchester United and his critics this week after ending his two-year nightmare at Old Trafford. But then he deleted the video. Why? Find out the latest episode of EPLpod.  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

Jorge Messi (basically Messi in twenty years time from now in terms of the ol' looks department) landed at Barcelona to meet the Catalan club's officials and discuss his son's future. But will Messi actually be able to move away from Barcelona? Probably not...  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

Manchester United are close to to reaching an agreement for Donny van de Beek, who almost joined Real Madrid before the coronavirus pandemic. But do they really need him? Mike and Paul discuss.  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

Messi told Barcelona that he wants to leave the club via fax. Did he travel back to 1992 to buy a fax machine? Who cares! Let's just this stud of hot Argentina beef to kick a ball in England next season, okay?      JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

PSG spent €400m on Neymar and Mbappe to try to win the Champions League. As if that isn't bad enough, they also allowed Kingsley Coman to leave for free. Is PSG a well run club or oil-soaked Qatari shit show? Mike and Paul discuss.  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

German giants Bayern Munich are through to the Champions League final following a 3-0 victory against Lyon from the farmer's league. A first-half double from Serge Gnabry and a late header from Robert Lewandowski were the difference in the game. JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

Man City lost 3-1 against Lyon in the Champions League quarter-finals on Saturday evening, once again failing to make it into the semi-finals. JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

Could we see a battle of oil titans duelling it out for the Champions League? Probably. God knows that UEFA would love to have a PSG vs Manchester City final.  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

Atlético say two members of their travelling party for the Champions League mini-tournament in Lisbon have tested positive for Covid-19. Mike and Paul discuss the consequences.  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!  

Stan Kroenke has been the owner of Arsenal FC since 2011. In his time as the club's owner, most reasonable people have hated his guts. However, by getting his players to take a pay cut in order to save jobs at The Emirates, what does he then do? He cut jobs anyhow! Total dirtbag move. The Legend and Miles Gray discuss this gutless move, as well as what it's like to work at The Onion as well as Playboy, and finally, they talk about Celine Dion and other such Canadian music. JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!  

Arsenal have announced they are to seek 55 redundancies as the financial impact of Covid-19 hits the club. But what of their owner? According to various sources, he could save those 55 jobs by using less than 2% of the interest on his annual wealth. But no, instead, he's going to kick them out in the cold during a pandemic. Brave stuff!  OIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored twice as Arsenal came from behind to beat Chelsea in the FA Cup final at Wembley, to claw their way into the Europa League.  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

The English football season may be all done and dusted, minus the FA Cup between Chelsea and Arsenal this week, but behind the scenes, work is just getting started on a potentially groundbreaking lawsuit that could have a profound difference on all professional sports. Let the data fight commence!  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee.The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

Aston Villa’s draw was enough to keep them in the division on 35 points, one ahead of Watford, who lost 3-2 at Arsenal, and Bournemouth, whose 3-1 victory at Everton was just not enough as Manchester United finish on the podium. Mike and Paul discuss.  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: September 11 at midnight (EST) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on September 11th, 2020, at midnight. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now.Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpodPayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winnersAfter satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel.Money Distribution:1st place: 60% of all total proceeds.2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds.3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds.FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee.The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely.Best of luck, chappies!

Manchester United draw West Ham United to pull up to third in the table. Even though Liverpool have nothing to play for, they still crush Chelsea who very much has everything to still play for. Paul's beloved Arsenal lose to Aston Villa! LOL.  Paywall will be back up August 12, 2020 JOIN OUR FPL   Deadline: Midday 8 August 2020   The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 8th, 2020, at noon EST. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Money Distribution: 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. Best of luck, chappies!

After David De Gea's performance against Chelsea at Wembley, the jury is now out on whether or not he should stay at the club or make way for Dean Henderson. Mike and Paul discuss.  Paywall will be back up August 12, 2020 JOIN OUR FPL   Deadline: Midday 8 August 2020   The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 8th, 2020, at noon EST. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Money Distribution: 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. Best of luck, chappies!

The Legend chats with The Totally Football's James Richardson about Financial Fair Play, the new five substitution rule, and how to effectively learn a language.  Paywall will be back up August 12, 2020 JOIN OUR FPL   Deadline: Midday 8 August 2020   The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 8th, 2020, at noon EST. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Money Distribution: 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. Best of luck, chappies!

Spur manager, crusty old Jose Mourinho, says "it means the world" to beat Arsenal in his first North London derby. Well, he has the many blunders of David Luiz to thank for that as The Legend and an inebriate Special Guest Paul discuss.  The Inbetweeners James Buckley stops by the pod and reveals one of Paul's deep, darkest medical secrets.  In part three, The Legend chats with Lee Hemmings who is the Managing Director and Co-founder of Player LENS.  Paywall will be back up August 12, 2020 JOIN OUR FPL   Deadline: Midday 8 August 2020   The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 8th, 2020, at noon EST. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Money Distribution: 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. Best of luck, chappies!

Burnley's hopes of European qualification were boosted by completing the double over West Ham with a 1-0 win which owed plenty to some fine goalkeeping from Nick Pope at the London Stadium. Maybe Moyes should have made more than just 2 out of allowed 5 substitutions? With the second substitutions coming in the 85th minute... Yikes!  Paywall will be back up August 12, 2020 JOIN OUR FPL   Deadline: Midday 8 August 2020   The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 8th, 2020, at noon EST. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Money Distribution: 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. Best of luck, chappies!  

Mason Greenwood scored two brilliant goals in a 5-2 hammering of relegation-threatened Bournemouth. Greenwood is widely considered one of the most exciting prospects to emerge from United's academy in recent years which begs the question: what's he worth?  Paywall will be back up August 12, 2020 JOIN OUR FPL   Deadline: Midday 8 August 2020   The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 8th, 2020, at noon EST. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Money Distribution: 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. Best of luck, chappies!

A calamitous display from Chelsea at West Ham now put them only two points above God's team, Manchester United. Mike and Paul discuss.  Paywall will be back up August 12, 2020 JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: Midday 8 August 2020 The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 8th, 2020, at noon EST. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Money Distribution: 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. Best of luck, chappies!

The Legend and Special Guest Paul talk about a wild weekend in the FA Cup, the new “Wagatha Christie” twist as Becky launches a lawsuit against Coleen Rooney, and Watford's lockdown bad boys.  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: Midday 8 August 2020 The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 8th, 2020, at noon EST. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Money Distribution: 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. Best of luck, chappies!

Special Guest Paul chats with Retexo founder Charles Gould about how off-field-qualitative-data-driven decision making can improve the bottom line at your club every bit as much as on-field variety.   Follow Charles at @ckegould and check out @retexo_insights newly minted podcast, Retexo Exchange.

Sir Ben is back to sit in with Special Guest (turned host) Paul to wade through the weekend that was in the Premier League.

Joe Devine talks about running and producing Tifo Football. What makes a great football video? How long does it take to put together one of his videos? And just how important is the transfer window to the football media landscape. All of that and so much more on this episode of EPLpod!  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: Midday 8 August 2020 The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 8th, 2020, at noon EST. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Money Distribution: 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. Best of luck, chappies!

The UK health secretary, Matt "numb nuts" Hancock, has said he may have had “Harry Potter on the mind” when he mistakenly praised “Daniel Rashford” for his work on free school meals. Either way, Marcus Rashford is a top bloke for getting BoJo and his clowns to take a U-turn and feed hungry children in Britain. Also, the football resumes! Mike and Paul chat about the rousing 0-0 (even though there WAS a goal) between Villa and Sheffield as well as City's mauling of poor old Arsenal.  JOIN OUR FPL Deadline: Midday 8 August 2020 The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 8th, 2020, at noon EST. The entrance fee has two components: A $4/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon: Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process and we really appreciate the support (a contribution of $4 per month equates to 50 cents per episode). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Money Distribution: 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts a modest transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. Best of luck, chappies!

Mike and Paul discuss Marcus Rashford and his efforts to feed the children of the greater Manchester area, potential summer transfers, and the return of Messi.  NOTE: Zoom chat on the 16th at 9 p.m. EST with the EPLpod boyz.  Support the pod Love Tiger Beat Magazine? Sure you do. Well, here's a link. 

On-loan Blades keeper Dean Henderson is due to back at Old Trafford on June 30, 2020, but his club would be subject to questions if they enforce it now, right? Mike and Paul discuss whether or not Manchester United would lose all of their good will they built up during the pandemic by recalling the keeper.  SUPPORT EPLpod

The Legend talks to Ed Aarons who is a sports journalist for The Guardian and an all-around expert on African football. Ed wrote a new book title Made in Africa: The History of African Players in English Football which details the enormous contribution African players have made to the English game.  SUPPORT EPLpod Buy Ed's book  NOTE: Zoom chat on June 16th at 9 p.m. EST until 9:45 p.m. EST with the pod boyz. You gotta be a Patreon supporter to join, so... see the top link and get on it already.  

After giving cars to the NHS, food parcels to vulnerable families, Rashford raising 20 million Pounds, and having no Covidiots (Rojo doesn't count because he's on loan and will never return), Manchester United clearly are the kings of the lockdown in the Premier League! All hail Manchester United! Hooray!    Support the pod

Why does Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman want to buy Newcastle United anyhow? And when will it happen exactly? Paul chats with James Montague.  Support EPLpod  Buy 1312 (James Montague's last book) Follow James on Twitter

David Luiz’s future at Arsenal is very much in question with the club yet to extend his contract beyond the end of next month. So what next for the 33 year-old Brazilian? Back to Chelsea?  Support the pod

Boris Johnson has refused to sack Dominic Cummings, standing by his embattled chief aide despite a growing scandal in the UK over his reported decision to break lockdown restrictions multiple times. Meanwhile, it seems as though the Premier League is getting their act together despite the lacklustre leadership from the top.  Support the pod

The Legend talks to the sports correspondent for the Financial Times Murad Ahmed about the economic impact of the Coronavirus on the English Premier League.  Support the pod

Borussia Dortmund captain Marco Reus has said that he does not feel that he is part of an experiment as the Bundesliga prepares for its grand return on Saturday. Mike and Paul beg to differ. Or do they? Tune in to find out!  LEAVE A FIVE STAR REVIEW ALREADY Support EPLpod

Paul and Giels talk about the difference between data and intelligence, how well clubs are integrating football analytics into their day-to-day operations, working with Roberto Martinez for the Belgium national side, and who is better: Messi or Ronaldo?   Optional listening pre-cursor to this pod.   Messi v. Ronaldo article.   Giels Brouwer, Founder and chief information officer of SciSports. 

Manchester City defender Kyle Walker says he feels he is "being harassed" after it was reported he had broken social distancing rules yet again. Walker confirmed he went to Sheffield to see his sister on Wednesday to give her a birthday present and hugged her. He then admitted he travelled to his parent's house to "pick up some home-cooked meals." Did Kyle Walker get the memo or does he just not give a toss? Mike and Paul discuss.  Support EPLpod

Angel Di Maria's wife launches a vicious and astonishing attack on the city of Manchester... and Mike and Paul largely agree with her. Support EPLpod

Marcus Rojo was seen playing cards and smoking with friends in his homeland in pictures taken by his brother, Franco, that were later deleted from social media. Mike and Paul discuss this bad boy.  Support the pod

Mike and Paul discuss the ramifications of the end of the French Ligue 1 Conforama this season on plans to restart the English Premier League.  Support the pod

Chelsea players refuse to take a pay cut amidst the pandemic, Manchester United will likely use Coronavirus as an excuse not sign any big players for a while, and Everton flop Moise Kean doesn't give a toss about public health as he hosts a sex party at his apartment.  Support the pod

Special guest Paul talks to football agent Jon Smith about the effects of Coronavirus on football, Steve Bruce's tenure at St. James' Park which may now be in doubt, and the Saudi takeover of Newcastle which is all but rubber stamped.   Link to first appearance: https://www.eplpod.com/?p=1372   Link to book: https://www.amazon.ca/Deal-Inside-World-Super-Agent/dp/1472123034

Mike and Paul look back on some of the dumb jokes they've made on EPLpod, most of which have been deemed terribly unfunny by most everyone.  NOTE: There is no actual football talk in this episode.  Support EPLpod

The Legend speaks to Daniel Geey who is the UK’s most highly respected sports, competition and regulatory lawyer. The two talk about player contracts, the new transfer market, and the possibility of a new footballing era.  Support EPLpod  Buy Daniel's book Done Deal: An Insider's Guide to Football Contracts, Multi-Million Pound Transfers and Premier League Big Business

The Three Lions boss was apparently pretty pissed off when he heard that England defender Kyle Walker hosted a sex party with a pal and two call girls in his flat during the apex of the Coronavirus days before Pep Guardiola's mother passed because of said virus. Mike and Paul discuss.  Support the pod Our video chat is tomorrow (Monday) at 8 p.m. EST. It's scheduled for 45 minutes. Here's the details: Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76046888709?pwd=enpXYmQ4a0NsdVBNYVpmRE1DSWRkdz09… Meeting ID: 760 4688 8709 Password: 098926

The Legend talks to French football journalist Philippe Auclair about Liverpool furloughing their staff before walking it back, the 2022 Qatar World Cup, and French philosophers.  Support the pod  NOTE: On April 13 at 8 p.m. EST, EPLpod will be having a live video chat with you, the listener. Save the date.

The Legend speaks to Alex Kay-Jelski, editor-in-chief of The Athletic. Alex was previously the sports editor of The Times and the Daily Mail newspapers. Support EPLpod

Liverpool brands it’s self as being different, as it “meaning more”, yet when it comes down to it they are just as greedy as any other corporation taking advantage of the tax payer when they easily have the means to cover these wages. Mike and Paul discuss Liverpool FC forcing their non-playing staff members "to walk alone." Support EPLpod

The Legend chats with the director of Sunderland 'Til I Die, Ben Turner. The second series debuts on Netflix today (April 1st)  and lifts the lid on Stewart Donald and Charlie Methven's first year in charge. Spoiler alert: things don't get much better for the club this time around.  Support EPLpod Ben Turner talking to about the first series

The Legend speaks with James Montague about his new book 1312: Among the Ultras: A journey with the world’s most extreme fans. The “1312” of the title refers to the alphabet code for ACAB, a ubiquitous acronym which stands for “all cops are bastards,” hence the title of the episode. James was previously on the pod speaking about The Billionaires Club. Support EPLpod!!!

The Legend talks to The Athletic's Adam Crafton about when Rupert Murdoch tried to buy Manchester United back in 1998.  Read Adam's piece here Support EPLpod

The Legend chats with The Guardian's Jamie Jackson about his new book The Red Apprentice Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: The Making of Manchester United's Great Hope. Also discussed is the future of Pep Guardiola, Paul Pogba, and of course, the coronavirus.  Support the pod Top 30 Soccer Podcasts You Must Follow in 2020

Former Manchester United legend Gary Neville has announced that two hotels he co-owns with Ryan Giggs will close to the public from Sunday and be made available to NHS staff free of charge. Mike and Paul discuss Neville being a top bloke.  Support EPLpod

Rooney accuses football of not reacting quickly enough, the family of Tottenham Hotspur defender Jan Vertonghen gets held at knifepoint in a burglary, and Mike and Paul accidental invest heavily in a laugh track for the podcast.  Be sure to check out:  Top 30 soccer podcasts Support EPLpod

Manchester City vs Arsenal has been postponed after players have come into contact with a Greek football executive who had contracted Coronavirus. 14 different players from Arsenal have self-quarantine. Mike and Paul discuss the possibility of the Premier League being put on indefinite hiatus.  

While the outbreak of coronavirus has been causing havoc with sporting fixtures around the globe, the Premier League is pushing ahead with business as usual. Nothing brings people together quite like football... and that could be a major problem at this moment in time, no?  Support the pod

Paul is joined with Andrew Mangan of Arseblog!  The two chat about all things Arsenal related and answer the question: is it tougher to support the U.S. men's national team or Arsenal?    Support the pod

Manchester City were in control against Aston Villa through goals from Sergio Aguero and Rodri, but Mbwana Samatta struck back for Dean Smith’s side and they almost forced extra-time. Oh well, it's not like the ELF cup means anything. Also, Mike gets oddly sick.  Support the pod

Actual fucking psychopath Bruno Fernandes das Dores de Souza, the Brazilian goalkeeper who hired a hit man to torture and kill his girlfriend, is trying to make a comeback after seven years in jail. Should he be allowed to play professionally?  GET THE FULL EPISODE

Mike and Paul are live at the first ever EPLpoddy Awards at The Waverly Hotel in downtown Toronto. Outside of the awards, Mike and Paul chat about Arsenal's big win over Everton, United's thumping of Watford, and City's winning ways over Leicester. A big thanks to everyone who voted!  Support the pod

Manchester City's Gabriel Jesus missed three golden opportunities to score, yet City still managed to dust aside soggy old West Ham. Liverpool lose away against Atlético Madrid as Spurs fail to win at home against RB Leipzig. Paul calls it quits on his Amazon reselling experiment.  Download the full episode here. 

Not only are Manchester City cheaters, but they are increasingly defiant in the wake of the club’s two-year UEFA Champions League ban. City is telling players and their agents that the Champions League ban will be overturned. But will it be? Mike and Paul discuss. 

Ref Jonathan Moss and Bournemouth's Dan Gosling will face no action from the Premier League. Additionally, the Football Association also decide to take no action following the game at Bramall Lane where Moss apparently told Gosling, 'you're still in the relegation zone', 'you're having one', 'your team's having one'. OH NO, DAN! DID THE NASTY MAN WITH THE WHISTLE SAY SOMETHING MEAN? POOR DAN!   Listen to the full episode

Dele Alli has apologized for a video posted on his Snapchat account in which the Tottenham midfielder appeared to mock an Asian man and joke about the coronavirus outbreak. Funny stuff, eh.... Ugh. Deli Alli, folks! He's here all week. Try the beef.  Support the pod

The title is pretty self explanatory, no? Well, we talked about that, as well as the FA Cup, a possible Premier League only streaming service and a bunch of other cool shit too. Trust us. It was pretty cool. Download the full episode here. 

As Liverpool march on to their first title in 30 years, Mike reminds the listeners that the more interesting narrative to this season can be found at the bottom of the English Premier League.  1. Support the pod

Manchester United beat City away but end up going out of the EFL Cup; Aston Villa book their place in the final as they took down Leicester. Paul starts an Amazon reselling business.  Get the full episode here

The Rossoneri have lost a member of their family and the sporting world has lost a legend, RIP to one of greats, Kobe Bryant. Support the pod

Mike and Paul breakdown each signing Manchester United have made post-Sir Alex. Also discussed is David Luiz's red card against his former club, the great Newcastle come from behind, and how to properly dispose of a dead body, yet again. Thanks Florian Lejeune for tarnishing our once great and scholarly minds. Get the full episode here by supporting the pod

Liverpool brush aside the only club that has taken points from them this season, that being Manchester United, as they win 2-0 at home. Sir Ben and Mike discuss the fates of these two historic clubs.  Support EPLpod

Liverpool FC forward Roberto Firmino gets baptized in his own private pool, Manchester City allegedly fly in 15 Instagram models to party with them after thrashing Aston Villa, Manchester United end all hopes of FA Cup glory for Wolves. Download the episode here. We'd love for you to support the pod. 

It's a Sir Ben episode! Obviously, we're going to have to talk about Liverpool continuing to absolutely smash the prem, setting a new points record. What else? City DESTROYS poor old Aston Villa. Oh yeah, The Legend calls in from a health and wellness centre.  Support EPLpod  

Mike here, I've taken no joy in writing this headline, but it's the truth. Manchester City dismantled Manchester United and frankly, it was extremely difficult to watch. We talked about that mauling as well as a bunch of other matches. DOWNLOAD THE FULL POD

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's statue in Sweden has been toppled with the ankles sawn off on Sunday. With the statue being taken down by a mob, Zlatan joins the likes of other nefarious characters from history whom had their images defaced such Michael Jackson, Bill Cosby, Saddam Hussein, and Joseph Stalin. Mike and Paul discuss.  SUPPORT EPLPOD

José Mourinho called one of Southampton’s backroom staff “an idiot”, accused the St Mary’s ballboys of being coached to waste time, said VAR should be rebranded, and took a shit on Ndombele. Shut up already, Jose Mourinho.  Download the full episode here. 

Remember when David Moyes didn’t want to sign James Maddison and decided to spend £9m on Jordan Hugill? Well, Mr. Moyes makes his return to West Ham United to probably do more of the same. Mike and Paul discuss the sequel to this gong show.  Support EPLpod

Merry Christmas, chappies! Grab your entire extended family, a glass or two of eggnog, toss some logs on the fire, and then sit around the Christmas tree as you listen to The Legend talk with historian Dr. Ellen R. Wald about her new book Saudi, Inc.: The Arabian Kingdom's Pursuit of Profit and Power. It's Christmas bliss! Support EPLpod

Three red cards shown to Son in 2019, which is more than any other Premier League player and as many as Eric Cantona got in his entire Manchester United career. Does this make Son the league's biggest secret shithead? Mike and Paul discuss with their sage, insightful analysis.  Support the pod

Paul talks Fantasy Premier League with Ryan and James of @FourPointHit podcast (James and Nolan, their other fourpointhit pod mate, started a weekly gambling pod @DrawNoBetPod).  Support EPLpod

China’s state broadcaster CCTV on Sunday removed Arsenal’s Premier League game against Manchester City from its broadcast schedule following Mesut Özil’s messages that criticized the country’s policy towards its Muslim Uighur minority. Arsenal have done everything possible to distance themselves from Mesut Özil’s comments, thus supporting the systematic oppression of the Uighur. Mike and Paul discuss.  Support the pod

Coutinho adds finishing touch as Bayern Munich sweep Jose and his Kane-less Spurs aside.  A PSG fan was attacked and forced to strip by Galatasaray fans after reportedly burning a Turkish flag. Arsenal get set for the mauling of their lives as they take on an angry Manchester City.  Download the full episode

Manchester United have had a poor season so far, but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer continues to come up with the goods in the big matches, as the Manchester United beat Manchester City 2-1 at the Etihad. Mike and Paul discuss.  Support EPLpod

Spurs new manager, Jose Mourinho, had wanted to mark his return to Manchester United with a fourth win out of four with Tottenham. Instead, he got a flying head to the knee. Mike and Paul discuss. DOWNLOAD THE FULL POD

Freddie Ljungberg takes charge of his first Arsenal game away at Norwich City, Manchester United draw hapless Aston Villa at home, Liverpool win yet again.  Support the pod

The statue of striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic outside Swedish side Malmo's stadium has been set on fire.  Liverpool draw Napoli. Chelsea draw Valencia. Mike draws Paul. Download the full pod right here.

Manchester United fans have been left shocked after photos emerged of club legend Sir Alex Ferguson getting yelled at by current chief Ed Woodward. Mike and Paul discuss. SUPPORT THE POD

Spurs chairman Daniel Levy acts with brutal swiftness in sacking Mauricio Pochettino after five successful, albeit trophy-less, years. But is José Mourinho really the right fit to replace Poch? Mike and Paul discuss.  DOWNLOAD THE FULL POD RIGHT HERE

The Legend talks to Chief National Correspondent for ABC News, Matt Gutman. They discuss Gutman's new book, The Boys in the Cave: Deep Inside the Impossible Rescue in Thailand.  Support the pod.

Jamie Jackson of The Guardian talks to The Legend about dealing with Pep Guardiola at press conferences, the need for City to sign a CB in January, and the rise of Manchester United's Daniel James.  1. Download the full episode here. 

Liverpool humble Manchester City at Anfield. Have Leicester City and Chelsea joined the title race? Are United actually playing good football now? Mike and Sir Ben discuss.  Support the pod! 

Mike and Paul talk about the epic 4-4 draw in the Champions League between Chelsea and Ajax. Which outfield player made the best keeper? Why aren't we eating more elk?  GLI AUTOGOL feat. PAPU GOMEZ - DANCE LIKE THE PAPU  Top Soccer Shootout Ever With Scott Sterling (Original)  LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE

A late comeback by City over Southampton and an even later one by Liverpool over Aston Villa are overshadowed by the gruesome injury suffered by Everton's Andre Gomes. Paul and Sir Ben reflect on the Premier League's worst ever injuries, top spot going to David Busst whose leg was literally almost amputated FROM A FOOTBALL MATCH. Honourable mention goes to Alf-Inge Haaland whose career was effectively ended by a vengeful Roy Keane. Fun fact: Alf-Inge's son Erling Braut Haaland is the RB Salzburg sensation that has 6 goals from his first three Champions League appearances. Arsenal and United continue to drop points while Leicester and Chelsea keep pace with the leaders.

Mike and Paul get the big scoop on Granit Xhaka's non-apology apology! God's team, Manchester United take down Chelsea at The Bridge yet again this season as Arsenal lose yet again... this time on pens! LOL!  Listen to the full episode here

Arsenal drop a two goal lead to Crystal Palace to get a measly draw. Granit Xhaka tells his own fans to "f*ck off." Are Spurs at the end of a cycle? Manchester United hit three goals away at Norwich to win in style. Paul's wife leaves him.  Support the pod

Mike and Paul discuss whether or not Raheem Sterling can be considered the best footballer in the world at the moment. All of the spicy champions league matches involving English clubs were discussed as well as Manchester United's tilt in the Shame Cup against FK Partizan... where United player's are preparing for the worst when it comes to racism.   Link to the full pod. 

Manchester United lose focus at the end of the match, drawing to Liverpool as Lallana strikes in the 85th minute. VAR steals the spotlight in a handful of games. Mike's defence lawyer pins the blame on the hidden cartel funds debacle squarely on Sir Ben and Paul's shoulders.  1. Support the podcast to get Wednesday's episode

Lebron James gets it totally wrong by speaking out in favor of the communist dictatorship in China. This got us thinking, with the Premier League being massive in China, will anyone from the English Premier League do the right thing and speak out against the repressive communist dictatorship in China? Mike and Paul discuss.   Access the full episode here. 

The Legend speaks to author Christoph Biermann about his recent book Football hackers: The Science and Art of a Data Revolution Support EPLpod and the EPLpod boyz

Coleen Rooney has claimed that someone using Rebekah Vardy's Instagram account has leaked stories about her to a tabloid newspaper. It's def Rebekah Vardy, right?    Listen to the full episode here

Sir Ben and Paul discuss the following: Liverpool leave it late. Arsenal edge Bournemouth. City and Spurs go down in flames. The Legend calls in from the legal firm of Meathouse & Meathouse to give his hot take on Manchester United's loss to Newcastle.  Support the pod already. 

Spurs are stunned 7-2 at home by Bayern Munich after a second-half capitulation in which the German side scored five times. Is it time for Harry Kane to leave Spurs in order to actually win something? Mike and Paul discuss.  The full podcast can be found here

Is Solskjaer’s reign at United on life support ahead of Monday night’s Premier League game with Arsenal at Old Trafford? Mike and Paul discuss.  1. Support EPLpod

Hampshire police have said they made five arrests at Tuesday’s derby between Portsmouth and Southampton, including a man who swung a punch at a fucking police horse. Mike and Paul discuss this dumb event as well as all of the other fixtures from the EFL Cup.  You can get the entire episode here. 

Manchester City made 5-0 inside 18 minutes against Watford. They added 3 more before it was all done. Yikes!  1. Support EPLpod

This is just a quick summary of the patreon exclusive podcast wherein Mike and Paul talked about the Champions League, AS Roma's twitter account finding missing children, and Piers Morgan brining Ronaldo to tears.  To listen to Wednesday's episodes, you will now have to support the pod with your wallet. It will cost roughly the same price as a nice cup of coffee per month.  Support the pod to get the full episode.   

Loot boxes that have seen players rack up huge bills in popular games like FIFA should be recognised as a form of gambling and banned from being sold to children, according to a damning new report. Mike and Paul discuss.  Support EPLpod

Paul Scholes proved class is permanent with an outrageous bit of skill during Vincent Kompany testimonial. Could he walk into the starting 11 at Manchester United? Yes, yes he could.  Support EPLpod

Chelsea outcast Danny Drinkwater is beaten to a pulp by six thugs outside a Manchester United nightclub after trying to bed another footballer’s lover. Mike and Paul are forced to gossip wildly about this piece of frivolity given that it's the dumb international break. 1. Support EPLpod 

Michael Owen's autobiography has sparked a feud over Twitter with fellow England legend Alan Shearer, who took offence to the way in which Owen characterized Newcastle United in Reboot: My Life, My Time. 1. SUPPORT EPLPOD

It's a holiday in Canada. We'll be back tomorrow to chat about the football. But for now, it's nothing but fancy cocktails and high-end sex workers. 

Manchester United have agreed a loan deal for Alexis Sanchez with Inter Milan. Sanchez is set to spend the season at the San Siro after the two clubs reached an agreement that will see United pay a portion of the Chilean's wages. Mike and Paul discuss whether or not Sanchez is the worst United transfer ever.  1. Support EPLpod

Newcastle United were able to pluck a 1-0 away win at Spurs while Manchester United were taken to the sword by Crystal Palace at Old Trafford.  1. SUPPORT EPLPOD

Manchester United and Kick It Out will meet representatives of Twitter regarding concerns over racism and other abuse aimed at footballers on the social media platform. Mike and Paul discuss.  1. SUPPORT EPLPOD Join our slack channel

Thrashed 4-0 at God's team, Manchester United, last weekend and beaten on penalties by Liverpool in the European Super Cup on Wednesday, Lampard’s side drew 1-1 against Leicester.  1. SUPPORT EPLPOD

Top bloke Andrew Mangan (arseblog.com; @arseblog) talks with Paul about (you guessed it) Arsenal. *fans of every other club sigh in unison* Don't worry! We start out with hard-hitting, lightly-researched facts on Kit Kats, aluminum foil, and the efficacy of recycling on either side of the Atlantic. If you fancy the pod, check us out on Patreon. Cheers!

Manchester United turn the tables on last season's poor results against the 'big 6' (just 7 points from 10 matches) by smashing 4 past the, at times, profligate Chelsea. Liverpool and City do their thang, Spurs come from behind, and Arsenal limps to a rare away win clean sheet (matching their total from last year). It's Sir Ben, it's special guest (host) Paul, it's EPLpod!

EPLpod's FPL deadline is now 11 a.m. EST on August 11th, 2019. If you want to play, get on it now!  FPL Rules The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over 

Paul chats with James and Ryan of Four Point Hit podcast. JOIN OUR FPL (TIME IS RUNNING OUT!) FPL Rules The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over   

Can Harry Maguire bring back the glory days to Old Trafford? The Kings of England take down the Kings of Europe in 2019 Community Shield, but does it really mean anything? Sir Ben and Mike discuss.  FPL Rules The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

Mike and Paul discuss the recent rumours surrounding a potential Lukaku-for-Dybala swap. The lads also talk about which is the most fuckable new kit in the premier league.  FPL Rules The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

Mike and Paul talk about Sead Kolašinac fighting off two attackers in North London. Mike then interviews Tom Williams, author of Do You Speak Football? Buy Tom's book FPL Rules The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

Special guest Paul interviews author Joshua Robinson of the book The Club: How the English Premier League Became the Wildest, Richest, Most Disruptive Force in Sports. FPL Rules The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

Hot, juicy, sopping wet transfer talk: Will Paulo Dybala join Spurs? Mike and Paul discuss that whopper and address various other transfer rumours.  FPL Rules The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com  

Mike and Paul chat with director Ben Turner about his Netflix series Sunderland 'Til I Die. FPL Rules The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

The Guardian's David Conn chats with Mike about his recent trip to Qatar. In the discussion, David talks about the human cost of building new stadiums in preparation for World Cup 2022. FPL Rules The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

In our first ever repost, Mike and Paul blow the dust off of episode 207 wherein they chatted with the filmmakers behind the documentary The Workers Cup.  FPL Rules The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won't start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we'll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

Steve Bruce takes over at the helm Newcastle United; Paul Pogba is still at Manchester United; Laurent Koscielny really doesn't want to be at Arsenal --- a strong message coming from the captain.  FPL RULES (please read carefully) The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won't start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we'll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

George Michael look-a-like Olivier Giroud handsome-ifies Wimbledon final; Rapinoe gets undue flack; Crouch/Robben retirements; transfer waffle; David Dunn rabona fail; and finally profiles on Aston Villa, Norwich, and Sheffield United. Sir Ben and Paul hold down the fort. Play in our FPL League: The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we'd like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select 'Pay or send money' Select 'Send money to friends or family' Insert email address: [email protected]); hit 'next' Insert amount (20 USD); hit 'continue' 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you'll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You'll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We'd suggest that you read them closely. Good luck!

Deep in the abyss of the void of premier football, Gollum-like Paul and Sir Ben hook their paws onto the only real news of note: Ex-LFC striker Daniel Sturridge's missing Pomeranian named Lucci. Fortunately, what was lost is now found by apparent rapper @killafame. Also, here's a link to the women's football petition sent to us by Chris McGlynn: https://www.change.org/p/fearless-football MOST IMPORTANTLY FPL!!! Premier league starts AUGUST 9TH (that's less than a month away)!!!! Play in our FPL League: The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST. The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we'd like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select 'Pay or send money' Select 'Send money to friends or family' Insert email address: [email protected]); hit 'next' Insert amount (20 USD); hit 'continue' 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you'll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You'll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We'd suggest that you read them closely. Good luck!

  Mission accomplished for the USWNT who held the Dutch to a solitary shot on target while amassing 9 for themselves. Meanwhile, both Messi and Jesus are ejected from their respective Copa America games, but only one starts to cry. 1. Support EPLpod  Play in our FPL League The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we're going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we'd like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select 'Pay or send money' Select 'Send money to friends of family' Insert email address: [email protected]); hit 'next' Insert amount (20 USD); hit 'continue' 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you'll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You'll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We'd suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won't start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we'll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

Frank Lampard is set to return to Chelsea where he played for 13 seasons. Is he walking into an impossible situation though? Rashford signs a big new contract at Manchester United and Arsenal finally sign a player in the form of some no-namer from Brazil.  1. Support EPLpod  Play in our FPL League The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

Author Jeff Kassouf talks to Mike's special son, Paul, about US women's national team, the upcoming semi finals, the overall vibe in France, the state of women's game, and SPYGATE! All that and so much more!  1. Support EPLpod 2. Buy Jeff's book Join our FPL League The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies! Paul & Mike  

What ho, chappies! What ho! It's The Legend coming hard and fast at ya from the NEW EPLpod studios.  First and foremost chappies, thanks for expressing interest in the EPLpod Listener’s Cup on Fantasy Premier League. Last year was fantastic; this year should be even better.  The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won't start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we'll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies! Paul & Mike

Manchester United has agreed to a £50 million transfer with Crystal Palace over the England U-21 right-back. Paul and Ben discuss as Mike misses the pod with a cut off ear injury.  1. Support EPLpod Join our FPL. Here are the rules: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won't start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we'll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

England beat Cameroon to reach the quarter-finals amid VAR drama. Will Neymar leave PSG and go back to Barcelona? Paul finally gets his revenge on Mike via Salma Hayek Jr. 1. Support EPLpod The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won't start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we'll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies!  

Paul Scholes apologizes after being fined £8,000 for breaking betting rules, but was the FA too lenient? Juan Mata is staying at Manchester United after signing a new two-year contract with the option to extend it by another 12 months. Mike continues to date Salma Hayek Jr.  1. Support EPLpod FPL League The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won't start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we'll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com Best of luck, chappies!

Paul Pogba has made his move to drive a summer transfer from Manchester United with Real Madrid and Juventus most prominent among his suitors. Pogba was quoted saying this “could be a good time to have a new challenge somewhere else.” Is it time for Pogba to dump Manchester United?  1. Support EPLpod FPL Rules  The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won't start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we'll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

The most lopsided match in World Cup history, men’s or women’s, happened in the Americans’ opening game of the 2019 Women’s World Cup. Does 13-0 in soccer qualify as good sportsmanship? 1. Support EPLpod FPL Rules The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support. Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won't start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we'll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

A group of English Premier League referees on a trip have been photographed drinking with a group of young women on a night out in Indonesia. The opening game of the women's soccer World Cup between France and South Korea drew a record 9.83 million viewers. Is Paul building a robot?  1. Support EPLpod  Fantasy Premier League Rules The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 10th at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $25 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support.  Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (25 USD); hit ‘continue’   100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website:fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. Giddyup! Paul & Mike  

In this episode, Mike and Paul talk to Andy Brennan, Australia's first openly gay male soccer player. 1. Support EPLpod  FPL information  The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal ([email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support.  Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website:fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com

Sir Ben joins Mike inside the EPLpod studios to talk about Liverpool's 2-0 win over Spurs in the Champions League final.  1. Support EPLpod What ho, chappies! What ho! It’s The Legend coming hard and fast at ya from behind.  First and foremost chappies, thanks for expressing interest in the EPLpod Listener’s Cup on Fantasy Premier League. Last year was fantastic; this year should be an absolute laugh as well.  The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal ([email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support.  Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won’t start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we’ll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com   Best of luck, chappies!  Paul & Mike

Paul chats with Arseblog's Andrew Mangan about the Europa League final in Baku, Azerbaijan. 1. Support EPLpod EPLpod Listener's Cup 2019-2020 What ho, chappies! What ho! It's The Legend coming hard and fast at ya.  The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support.  Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. Best of luck, chappies!  Paul & Mike

What ho, chappies! What ho! It's The Legend coming hard and fast at ya from behind.  First and foremost chappies, thanks for expressing interest in the EPLpod Listener’s Cup on Fantasy Premier League. Last year was fantastic; this year should be an absolute laugh as well.  The rules are going to be as follows: The league will be closed off on August 9th, 2019, at noon EST (so act quickly if you want to sign up; we’re going to limit entrance to the first 150 individuals). The entrance fee has two components: A minimum $3/monthly patronage throughout the season on Patreon (patreon.com/eplpod) and a $20 USD buy-in sent via PayPal (to [email protected]). Patreon Support independent media! Many of you are currently or have been Patrons in the past. Thank you! Patreon makes this a painless process. We really appreciate the support.  Paying a minimum of $3 per month works out to 38 cents per episode (even less with bonus material). The podcast is 100% listener funded and we’d like to keep it that way for now. Link to our Patreon: patreon.com/eplpod PayPal instructions Select ‘Pay or send money’ Select ‘Send money to friends of family’ Insert email address: [email protected]); hit ‘next’ Insert amount (20 USD); hit ‘continue’ 100% of PayPal funds raised go to the winners After satisfying entry requirements, you’ll be sent the league code by Mike via email. You’ll also receive access to our Super Secret Slack channel. Prizes 1st place: 60% of all total proceeds. 2nd place: 30% of all total proceeds. 3rd place: 10% of all total proceeds. FYI: PayPal extracts an infinitesimal transaction fee. The rules of FPL can be found on their website: fantasy.premierleague.com We’d suggest that you read them closely. The FPL website won't start until June 13, 2019, but no worries, we'll collect your information and send you the code once the switch is flipped over at fantasy.premierleague.com   Best of luck, chappies!  Paul & Mike

Paul hijacks the pod to chat Championship promotion playoffs with Sir Ben. Chelsea suffer more injury hardship ahead of Europa League final losing N'Golo Kante. Is Newcastle being bought by Sheik Mansour's cousin? The definitive answer is 'maybe'.

AC Jimbo joins The Legend to talk about hockey, Roma, the dominance of English football clubs in Europe, and hockey.  1. Support EPLpod

Manchester City win the FA in a cakewalk. Footballer Héctor Bellerín calls on the football industry to oppose Alabama abortion ban as do the EPLpod boyz. Mesut Ozil sits down for dinner with Turkish dictator Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Istanbul. 1. Support EPLpod

The Legend talks to The Guardian's Jamie Jackson about Manchester United, Manchester City, and writing books. 1. Support EPLpod 2. Join our private chatroom   

Manchester City retain the Premier League title with a resounding win away against Brighton. Manchester United lose at home to already-relegated-Cardiff. Will Hazard leave Chelsea?  1. Support EPLpod 2. Join our private chatroom

Mauricio Pochettino is reduced to tears at the final whistle as the Tottenham's boss drops to his knees after pulling off an incredible comeback in the Champions League semi-final against Ajax. Liverpool come back to score four against Barcelona as Messi gets the business from his own supporters at the airport.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Join on chatroom

Manchester United and Arsenal both draw, leaving them out of the top four. Spurs drop all three points as Son and Foyth see red. Liverpool continue their winning ways against Newcastle.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Join our private chatroom

Barcelona's Lionel Messi has once again been praised as the 'greatest player of all time' after scoring his 599th and 600th career goal in the 3-0 win over Liverpool in the Champions League on Wednesday at the Camp Nou.  Mauricio Pochettino defends his medical staff at Tottenham after the club’s 1-0 Champions League semi-final, first-leg defeat to Ajax was overshadowed by a sickening head injury to Jan Vertonghen.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Join Our Private Chatroom

David de Gea’s epic blunder hands Chelsea a point at Manchester United; Spurs lose, Arsenal lose. Meanwhile, at the top of the table, Liverpool and Manchester City both pick up big wins.  1. Support EPLpod  2. Join our free chatroom 

City make quick work of Manchester United at Old Trafford as they all but place one hand on the Premier League trophy. Spurs pull out a win from the jaws of a boring draw against BHA. Paul does not talk up Arsenal's Shkodran Mustafi in the hopes of inflating his value just before the summer transfer window opens up. Mike gets his first ever glimpse at a rare, stunning beauty.  1. Support EPLpod 2. The Premier League teams’ ineptitude index 2018-19

Liverpool go back at the top of the table after Georginio Wijnaldum inspires a big win away at Cardiff; Crystal Palace’s victory deals a major blow to poor Arsenal’s top-four hopes; Ole Gunnar Solskjær apologizes to Manchester United fans, stating: "We let the fans down. We let the club down" Let's rebuild that cathedral!  1. TEAMtalk  

Spurs prevail in an epic Champions League battle as Fernando Llorente stuns Pep Guardiola and Manchester City with a header; Sadio Mané sets up Liverpool for an easy passage past Porto to face Barcelona in the semis; Mike and Paul have the first ever animal segment on the pod.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Join the EPLpod chatroom

Mohamed Salah's screamer helps Liverpool get past Chelsea. United down West Ham United at Old Trafford thanks to two Pogba penalties. Arsenal prepare to take on Watford in a must-win match up for the Gunners.  1. Join our private chat room.  2. Give the pod a dollar or two.

First blood goes to Leo Messi and his teammates at Barcelona as they get an important away goal against Manchester United in the Champions League. Spurs edge Manchester City and Liverpool cakewalk to victory over Porto just like they did last year. Oh yeah, Chelsea's Danny Drinkwater crashes his car while under the influence of alcohol.  1. Support EPLpod

Special guest Paul interviews author Joshua Robinson of the book The Club: How the English Premier League Became the Wildest, Richest, Most Disruptive Force in Sports. 1. Support EPLpod 2. Buy the book

Raúl Jiménez dances around in a Mexican wrestler mask after scoring, too bad his club ultimately lost in the FA Semi Finals to Watford. Pep Guardiola and Manchester City are still going for the quad. Mike and Paul rank the ten hottest Premier League referees. 1. Support EPLpod  2.Mystery episode  3. EPLpod boyz on Instagram

Tottenham win their first competitive match at their new ground against Crystal Palace. Which players should Manchester United toss to the curb in the summer? Pep Guardiola’s team canters to victory over Cardiff, to the surprise of literally no one.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal

Liverpool get a late winner thanks to a Hugo Lloris clanger. Manchester United beat Watford, but look rather horrid doing so. Arsenal get set to play Newcastle United on Monday.

Harry Kane talks about his ambitions of becoming a... kicker in the NFL? Really? Apparently so. Bayern Munich confirm £68m signing of Lucas Hernandez from Atlético Madrid.  This will be the last ad-free episode of EPLpod. If you want to avoid the ads, go to www.patreon.com/eplpod 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Newcastle United star Fabian Schar suffers sickening clash of heads as medics and teammates rush to help the stricken Switzerland defender, but after just four minutes, Schar is back on the pitch playing. Simply put, football doesn't care about concussions.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

In the second ever "Scandals" episode of EPLpod, Mike and Paul talk about why Ronaldo refuses to touch down on American soil, Evra's non-apology, and the death of a Moroccan-born model who testified in the sex trial of former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi. 1. Support EPLpod 2. Secret chat room access  

Lionel Messi scores a lovely chip of a goal against Real Betis (his third of the night), making every Manchester United fan turn ghost-white, if they weren't already, as the two clubs face off on April 10th in the first leg of the Champions League Quarter Final. Liverpool pick up a big three points as West Ham snap victory from the jaws of defeat.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk

All four English side go into the quarter final of the UEFA Champions League. Liverpool breeze past Bayern as Manchester City murder FC Schalke 04. Mike and Paul also discuss Ronaldo, the idiot pitch invader Paul Mitchell, and R Kelly.   1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk

A ball with a lot of swaz on it coupled with a soft penalty helps Arsenal get all three points against United. Idiot Birmingham City thug, Paul Mitchell, punches Jack Grealish in the head. 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal 

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer leads United to victory away in France against PSG. Ramos looks like a clown. Mike and Paul interview notable football lawyer, Daniel Geey.   1. Support EPLpod 2. Buy Daniel's book 3. TEAMtalk

The Merseyside derby ends in a scoreless draws, thanks to the "wind," according to Liverpool manager, Jürgen Klopp. Arsenal somehow draw Spurs in Aaron Ramsey's last ever North London derby. Manchester United creep into the top four with yet another win.  1. Support EPLpod  2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

Spurs register all of zero shots on goal against Chelsea; once chasing for the title, will Spurs even finish in the top four anymore? United win 8 straight away games in all competitions beating Crystal Palace. Arsenal give Bournemouth a five gun salute. Finally, Mike tries his hand at improv comedy.  1. Support EPLpod 

Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga refused Maurizio Sarri's attempt to substitute him late in extra time of the Carabao Cup final, which left his manager super pissed off on the touchline. 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal  

In the wake of a now-infamous tweet from Mesut Özil, Emery demands consistency in training from the German. Will we see Özil in the BATE Borisov 2nd leg Europa tie? Special Guest Paul and Andrew Mangan discuss this and other nagging Arsenal issues. 1. Support EPLpod 2. Arseblog

Manchester United take down Chelsea at The Bridge; will Sarri be at the helm of Chelsea to fight another day? Ex-England U21 striker Saido Berahino arrested on suspicion of drink driving yet again.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Buy Mike's book

Mike and Paul preview the FA Cup fixture between Chelsea and Manchester United; Phil Foden, the youngest Premier League dad, scores two great goals for Manchester City against Newport; Is Mohammed bin Salman (famously embroiled in the Jamal Khashoggi murder) really going to buy Manchester United?   1. Support EPLpod 2. Swaz hats 3. TEAMtalk 4. EatMyGoal 5. Mike's book recommendation 

Jan Vertonghen inspires Spurs to take Borussia Dortmund to the cleaners; United charged by Uefa after bottles thrown at Ángel Di María; Is Declan Rice a turncoat?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 

Mike talks to The Guardian's Jacob Steinberg about the backlash and threats he has received for reporting on incidents of discrimination at West Ham United.  1. Support EPLpod

Is Maurizio Sarri a dead man walking at Chelsea? Liverpool, Arsenal, Spurs, and Manchester United all get big wins in game week 26. Also, Vardy's not having a party!  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. Join our private chat room

Some Everton fans celebrate the fact that their club lost to Manchester City given that Liverpool are no longer on top of the Premier League; British police review a video that emerged on Twitter containing racial slurs allegedly directed at Mo Salah; Paul finally joins Overeaters Anonymous, but is it too little too late?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. Take the concussion course  Join our private chat room for free! 

Manchester City return to winning ways by beating Arsenal at home. A pigeon invades the pitch as United win away at the King Power Stadium. In addition to that, a black cat decides to take to the pitch at Goodison park. 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. James's song

Newcastle beat Manchester City at home. Yup, you read that last sentence properly. Manchester United come back to score two late goals at home against Burnley. Arsenal put two past Cardiff to pick up all three points.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk JOIN OUR PRIVATE CHAT ROOM! 

Mauricio Pochettino dismisses the importance of winning trophies at Spurs; Ivan Perisic hands in a transfer request to Inter amid Arsenal speculation; Sarri see yellow as Chelsea progress in the FA Cup, as do Manchester United, Manchester City, and Wimbledon.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk Join our private chat room! 

Mike chats with author Jimmy Burns about his latest book Cristiano and Leo: The Race to Become the Greatest Football Player of All Time. And yes, at the end of the interview Mike asks the distinguished author which player he'd rather live with in a zombie apocalypse.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Come on, just support the pod already! 

Harry Winks scores a late winner for Spurs to beat Fulham away at Craven Cottage. OGS keeps racking up the W's for Manchester United. Mike and Paul talk about Netflix's 'FYRE: The Greatest Party That Never Happened.' 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

'I've spied on you all': Marcelo Bielsa admits Leeds have snooped on every Championship rival - but he vows he's done nothing 'illegal.' 1. Join our private chat room for free 2. Support the pod with a dollar or two 3. TEAMtalk

Rio Ferdinand jumps into a PRO-Mike-Ashley rant on BT Sports. Is it because Rio has a business deal with Ashley or is it sober, thoughtful analysis?  1. Vote for EPLpod 2. Chat Room 3. TEAMtalk

Mike and Paul chat with executive producer Ben Turner of the new football docuseries on Netflix titled 'Sunderland 'Til I Die.' 1. Vote for EPLpd 2. Support EPLpod 

Mike and Paul dive head first into the Frank Ribery scandal, the Wayne Hennessey scandal, the Andres Iniesta scandal, and finally, the Wayne Rooney scandal. It's a proper scandal-athon on the pod!  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Manchester City closes the gap on league leaders Liverpool to four points with a massive victory at the Etihad.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal

Liverpool shred Arsenal at home, but does Mo Salah dive again? Manchester United show Bournemouth how it's done with an emphatic 4-1 win at home with Pogba leading the offensive charge; Spurs choke at Wembley against Wolves.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Manchester City unexpectedly lose again, leaving Liverpool six points clear at the top.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Manchester United score five goals away on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer debut as United manager; Manchester City lose to Crystal Palace at home; Spurs net six goals against Everton.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Spurs’ Mauricio Pochettino relieved Dele Alli was unscathed after bottle incident; although Jose Mourinho had been dreadful at United, aren't the Glazer's really to blame for United's poor fortunes?  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

Mike chats with Manchester football correspondent for The Guardian, Jamie Jackson, about the sacking of Jose Mourinho.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Buy Jamie's Book, Night Time Cool

Liverpool shred Manchester United at home to go 19 points up on their rivals; City keep pace at the top of the table with a win against Everton; Chelsea fans are seen with in Budapest with a Nazi flag.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk  

Manchester United miss a golden opportunity to finish above Juventus in the Champions League group stages. However, United still go through to the round of 16 along with Spurs, Liverpool, and Manchester City.  1. When will Liverpool loose? Pool 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Chelsea manage to beat Manchester City at home. United takedown Fulham and Arsenal keep their unbeaten streak going. Sir Ben joins the pod!   1. When will Liverpool lose? 2. Hitler FPL video 3. TEAMtalk

United get lucky as they squeeze out a draw at home against Arsenal; the first women's Ballon d'Or winner is asked if she knows how to 'twerk' during the ceremony; Watford almost get a point out City.  1. When Will Manchester City Lose? Pool 2. TEAMtalk

The Guardian's David Conn chats with Mike about his recent trip to Qatar. In the discussion, David talks about the human cost of building new stadiums in preparation for World Cup 2022.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk Follow David Conn on Twitter. 

Spurs win convincingly at "home" against Chelsea; Arsenal continue with their unbeaten streak under Unai Emery; Mike, Paul, and Ben get into a fierce rap battle.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

The Premier League battles it out with the FA over a Brexit strategy. Which players are statistically the most lazy in the PL? An Italian football specialist joins the pod.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Paul interviews a special guest about the football leaks. Pickford plays well for England against Croatia, but will he be the next Manchester United goalkeeper? Are some fouls more equal than others?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Claudio Ranieri takes over at Fulham, apparently after Arsene Wenger passed on the gig. Richard Scudamore is set to receive a golden handshake, but is 5 million quid too much? Sir Ben forces Mike to rock his baby to sleep.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Manchester City put Manchester United to the sword with a 3-1 win at home; Liverpool and Chelsea join City as all three clubs go unbeaten thus far. Charlie Austin actually expresses his emotions: will he get fined?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Manchester United get two late goals to beat Juventus despite Ronaldo's wonder goal. Spurs keep things interesting in the Champions League with a big win over PSV. Mike interviews a business tycoon looking to buy a Premier League club.  1. Support EPLpod. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Manchester City dismantle the Saints; Arsenal draw Liverpool; United score late to win at Bournemouth. Oh yeah, Ben rages on about the 5th of November. 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMTalk 3. EatMyGoal Join our Slack: https://eplpod.slack.com/join/shared_invite/enQtNDY2MDQ4NTA0ODcwLTc4OTNjNzc4YTJlZDU5NWM5Mjg0ZTdmMjIyZDU2ZjRhNTMxMGQwNDk3NjFlYmNlZTNlYWVkMmI3OGY3ODY1MDE 

Tottenham's new stadium seems to be getting more expensive with the passing of each and every day. Frank Lampard almost beats his former club Chelsea in the Carabao Cup. Will Alexis Sanchez join PSG in January?  1. Survival Pool 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

The much-loved club owner of Leicester City was on board a helicopter with two pilots and two passengers when it crashed in the parking lot of the King Power Stadium.  1. Survival pool 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Spurs toss away their lead against PSV in the Champions League; United lose at home to Juventus; Paul won't shut up about how good Arsenal are at the moment.  1. Survival Pool 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

Is Rafael Benítez hiding behind his reputation at Newcastle or is it just a case of him having too many dreadful players? Chelsea come back to steal a point against United. Mike tries to hit an apple off of Paul's head.  1. Survival Pool 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Real Madrid scout Raheem Sterling as England down Spain in an utterly meaningless international friendly; Mike chats FPL with David Munday; Paul gets a red card for eating too many nugs.  1. Survivor Pool 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal 

Mike chats with BuzzFeed Investigative reporter Ken Bensinger about his book Red Card: How the U.S. Blew the Whistle on the World's Biggest Sports Scandal. 1. Survival Pool 2. EatMyGoal

Mike chats with author Sebastian Abbot about his new book The Away Game: The Epic Search for Soccer's Next Superstar. 1. Survival Pool 2. EatMyGoal 3. Support EPLpod  

Mahrez's blows it for Manchester City as he misses a late penalty; heroic Manchester United come back from two goals down; Arsenal thump Fulham.  1. Survival Pool 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Leo Messi rips apart Spurs as if they were wet tissue paper; United draw in a very drab game at home against Valencia; Unai Emery refuses to be drawn into the reasons behind the decision to leave Henrikh Mkhitaryan at home for the Europa League match against Qarabag.  1. Survival Pool 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

With yet another sensational performance against Liverpool, the pod asks: is Eden Hazard the best player in the Prem? Things at United go from bad to worse; what does that mean for the future of Mourinho at Old Trafford?  1. Survival Pool 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Things get frosty at Old Trafford as Mourinho and Pogba have a little lovers spat; Liverpool get dumped out of the Carabao Cup at the hands of Chelsea; Saido Berahino allegedly scores a hattrick of babies.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal FIFA19 Giveaway is happening only on Patreon.com/eplpod on September 27, 2018. 

Arsenal score a lovely offside goal which oddly counted; United frustrated by Wolves at home despite Sir Alex back in the stands cheering on the Red Devils; Chelsea finally drop points; perfect Liverpool remain perfect.  Looking for the best, juiciest EPL news? Check out TEAMtalk 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Liverpool manage to sweep aside PSG, Spurs lose in Milan, United beat Young Boys, and City disappoint at home. Also, are Mike and Paul giving safe harbor to fugitive Zdravko Mamić? 1. Mike's interview on Comedy Above The Pub 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Rory Smith from The New York Times joins the pod boyz to talk about Spurs loss against Liverpool, City making over 500 million pounds last year, and United's big win away at Watford.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3.TEAMtalk 

More details come out regarding Hugo Lloris' drinking and driving infraction; England beat Switzerland; should you drop Salah in FPL?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Mike and Paul talk via Skype to Professor Damian Hughes about his new book titled The Barcelona Way: Unlocking the DNA of a Winning Culture.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal 4. Damian on twitter

Mike chats with Sam Rivera, Lead Gameplay Producer at EA Sports about FIFA 19.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Arsenal's defence concedes two against Cardiff; Manchester United finally put on a good show against Burnley; West Ham can't seem to buy a win.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal Join our Slack channel for free:  https://eplpod.slack.com/join/shared_invite/enQtNDIzMjk4OTc0MDY2LTU5NzIzOWY1MmViYTM2YTQxM2FhZTA3YzcwMTIxMzQyMjdjYTE1ZWMwZWI3OGQ1NWNjMTBlODM0NTA1ZmI5OWY

Mourinho storms out of yet another press conference; Berahino finally scores after a drought that lasted over 900 days; Spur's Son literally plays for his freedom.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Hugo Lloris gets pulled over for a DUI but will likely play against Manchester United; City drops points away at Wolves; Newcastle basically play a 10-0-0 formation against Chelsea.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal JOIN EPLpod on SLACK:  https://eplpod.slack.com/join/shared_invite/enQtNDIzMjk4OTc0MDY2LTU5NzIzOWY1MmViYTM2YTQxM2FhZTA3YzcwMTIxMzQyMjdjYTE1ZWMwZWI3OGQ1NWNjMTBlODM0NTA1ZmI5OWY

Paul chats with Arseblog's Andrew Mangan all things Arsenal, as well as clubs' pursuit of marginal gains. New 'Head of Elite Performance' at Arsenal, Darren Burgess (formerly of Australian Rules Football), has helped revamp their training facility London Colney. Read this great blog post. Changes include the use of virtual reality to make post-match game footage come to life, isolation tanks and sleep monitoring to help players psychologically, and the analysis of load and loads of data (Arsenal have hired Candy Crush data scientist Mikhail Zhilkin). Enjoy!

Harry Kane finally manages to slot a goal in August; Arsenal and United both end up eating shit; Paul has a run in with a genetically altered pack of super aggressive hyenas. 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal 

Manchester City mock United for being too defensive in a new Amazon documentary series; KDB injuries his knee in practice; Madrid's Ramos has a war of words with Klopp.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Pogba looks like a "monster" as Manchester United down Leicester; Liverpool finally get an official lube sponsor; Chelsea put three past Huddersfield.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal  If you like the pod, tell a friend about it! 

Chelsea lose a world-class goalkeeper right at the deadline but are able to replace him with a wildly expensive one!   1. Play in our FPL 2. TEAMtalk3. EatMyGoal Important:  1. FPL Google Hangout 8 p.m. EST on  August 9, 2018 2. FPL deadline: August 10, noon, EST Link to out FPL episode with Fantasy Scout dude. 

Mike and Paul chat with The Guardian's Manchester football correspondent Jamie Jackson about all things United and City as well his new book, Night Time Cool.  1. Join our FPL 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal 4. Buy Jamie's Book

Is Anthony Martial done at Manchester United? Why is Jose Mourinho always such a nasty piece of work? Mike and Paul eat way too much fettuccine alfredo.  1. Join our FPL 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal Mike's email: [email protected]

Will Chelsea finish in the top 4? Will Jose Mourinho crack at least one smile this season? All of that as well as a chat with James McCrystal of the Four Point Hit podcast. 1. Join our FPL 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

We chat with no other than David Munday, the big cheese over at the Fantasy Football Scout, about all things FPL.  1. Play in our FPL 2. EatMyGoal 3. Buy Mike's book 

Ozil quits the German national team, and rightly so considering the circumstances, but shouldn't he also be speaking out against the autocratic Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan?  1. Fantasy Premier League 2. Mike's email: [email protected]  3. EatMyGoal 4. TEAMtalk

Klopp goes big in the goalkeeping department dropping almost £70 million on Roma's Alisson. But didn't Klopp say that he didn't want to splash the cash around just like everyone else?  1. Fantasy Premier League 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk 

France see off Croatia to win the 2018 World Cup; Paul gets murdered.  1. Play Fantasy Premier League 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

When finally faced with some serious competition, England crumble under the pressure at bow out of the World Cup. France manage to brush away Belgium. And for whatever reason, Ronaldo goes to Juventus.  1. Fantasy Premier League 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

England see off Sweden as they sleep walk into the World Cup semi-finals. Vida shouts "Glory to Ukraine" after defeating Russia. Neymar rolls right out of the big tournament. 1. Fantasy Premier League 2. Support EPLpod 3. TEAMtalk 4. EatMyGoal 

Jon Obi Mikel's father gots kidnapped minutes before Nigeria kicked off against Argentina. Japan leaves their lock room spotless.  1. Join our FPL 2. Mike on National Morning Show 3. TEAMtalk 4. EatMyGoal

Spain get ousted by the host nation, Russia. That's right, Russia. R-U-S-S-I-A. But are both teams playing on an even playing field? Mike and Paul discuss.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Is VAR ruining the World Cup or making it super incredibly interesting? What's the deal with old Diego Maradona -- shouldn't someone maybe get him some much needed help? Are Arsenal players having the worst World Cup?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Switzerland's Granit Xhaka & Xherdan Shaqiri face bans over goal celebrations; England spank dirty old Panama; Senegal draw Japan.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMTalk 3. EatMyGoal

Ronaldo nets his fourth in the tournament as Portugal see off Morocco; Spain edge Iran; and the Mexican FA gets off lightly for their fans homophobic slurs.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Portugal - Draw Spain - Draw Argentina - Draw Germany - Loss Brazil - Draw 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal 

Legendary football pundit, Mike MacDonald, and some dope named Paul, preview groups E to H in the World Cup.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal Email Paul for the WC bracket: [email protected]

Mike and Paul preview groups A to D in the 2018 Russian World Cup; there's a fashion breakdown of each and every jersey; which food pairs best with each national team?  1. Support the podcast 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk Email Paul for the World Cup bracket: [email protected]

Abramovich becomes the richest Israeli after the UK kicks him out; United sign Fred; Arsenal pick up an old bag of bones, Lichtsteiner, on a free.   1. Support EPLpod 2. Buy Mike's Book 3. EatMyGoal 4. TEAMtalk Paul Metcalfe email: [email protected] 

Mike chats with The Totally Football's host and creator James Richardson about the state of the media, the World Cup, and politics.  1. Buy Mike's book 2. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal World Cup Bracket interest? Send Paul an email: [email protected] 

Iconic editor Andy Mitten joins Mike and Paul to talk about the current state of football journalism as well as all things Manchester United.  1. Come to Mike's book event 2. Support EPLpod Join our World Cup bracket by emailing Paul: [email protected]

Is Sergio Ramos a hero or a shitbag? Will Salah be fit in time for the World Cup? Is Real Madrid really that good? All of this and more on our Champions League edition of EPLpod.  1. Buy Mike's Book 2. Mike's book event 3. TEAMtalk 4. EatMyGoal 5. Support EPLpod [email protected] for our World Cup bracket. 

Kiev hotels cancel reservations on many Champions League fans who booked months ago; Arsenal and West Ham both appoint new managers; Harry Kane is named captain of England; Paul tells a joke.  Come meet Mike, Paul, and Ben at Famous Last Words in Toronto.  Email Paul about the World Cup: [email protected] 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Chelsea squeak out a 1-0 win over United in the FA Cup; Arteta seems likely to replace Wenger at Arsenal; Klinsmann figured the USA would've have been in the semi-finals of the Russian World Cup.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal World Cup bracket: [email protected]

Atlético Madrid win the Shame Cup; Allardyce and Moyes get the boot; the England World Cup squad is announced.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal  Email Paul about the World Cup: [email protected] 

City leave it late to collect 100 points; Arsenal finally win away from home; Carrick calls it a day playing for United.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

City shatter all sorts of records with their win over Brighton; Arsenal remain dreadful away from home; Huddersfield keep themselves up with a draw against Chelsea.  1. Buy Mike's book 2. Support EPLpod 3. TEAMtalk 4. EatMyGoal

Mike and Paul chat with Simon Parkin, writer for The New Yorker and The Guardian, about the rise of Russia’s neo-Nazi football hooligans. 1. Support EPLpod 2. Simon's article 3. Simon's book 4. EatMyGoal  5. Buy Mike's book 1st episode: The Russia World Cup is dumb #1 Email Paul about the World Cup bracket: [email protected]

EPLpod derby day!!! Manchester United give Wenger a rough last go at Old Trafford; City continue to dominate as they crush West Ham United; Paul reviews Infinity Wars.  1. Buy Mike's Book 2. Support EPLpod 3. TEAMtalk 4. EatMyGoal  World Cup bracket: [email protected]

Mo Salah and company put five past Roma; Ronaldo looks human as Real edge Bayern away; Paul attempts to jump through three rings of fire on a motorcycle.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal Email Paul for the World Cup: [email protected]

United will face Chelsea in the FA Cup final; Wenger decides to call it a day after 22 years at the helm of Arsenal; City have a faux-pitch invasion after beating Swansea by five goals.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk Email Paul for the World Cup bracket: [email protected]

Manchester United beat Bournemouth away with Rashford and Martial starting over Sanchez and Lukaku; Mocorro's World Cup bid leaves out one major detail; should the PFA Young Player of the Year Award look more like a Rookie of The Year Award like we see in most American sports?   1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal 

Want to join our World Cup bracket? Email Paul already!  Email: [email protected] United beat the best team in the league only to lose to the worst. Arsenal suffer an away defeat at the hands of Newcastle. Oh yeah, and City officially win the league title while Pep hits the links. 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal 

Liverpool put Manchester City to the sword; Rome wasn't built in a day, but the legend of Edin Dzeko sure was; Real squeak by Juventus as an angry Buffon sees red for the first time in the Champions League. 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal [email protected] for the World Cup pool. 

United come back to halt City's celebrations; Arsenal eek out a win against troubled Southampton; Liverpool off the boil with a 0-0 draw against Everton.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal  Email Paul about the World Cup bracket: [email protected]

Liverpool score three goals in 30 minutes against City; Ronaldo scores a goal so sweet that Juventus fans applaud; PL agents made over £200 million in the last 12 months. Big thanks to the Harvard Lampoon for writing all of our gags today.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 4. Buy Mike's book

Spurs win their first ever PL game away at Chelsea; United coast to victory over Swansea; Arsenal win, but very few people bother to show up to witness it.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. Buy Mike's new book Email Paul for the World Cup Bracket: [email protected]

In possibly our dumbest episode to date, we chat about the unreadiness on behalf of basically everyone for VAR to be involved in Russia this summer. The man who sold Salah from Roma to Liverpool speaks up and explains the situation he was in and why he did such a daft thing. Lastly, Paul plays a game of "Guess What's In Mike's Pants." 1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk Want to join our World Cup bracket? Of course you do! Email Paul: [email protected]       

In this episode, we talk about everyone's favourite topic: international friendlies!!! Email Paul at [email protected] to join our World Cup bracket.   1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Should England stay away from Russia this summer? Is Salah the best player in the Premier League? And does Mike suffer from the same illness as Georginio Wijnaldum? 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Jose Mourinho bullies Luke Shaw off the pitch and then rants wildly about his own past record of success; Will Griggs is anything but on fire against Southampton; Salah bangs in four against Watford.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Sir Ben Teague interviews German journalist Raphael Honigstein about his new book "Bring the Noise: The Jürgen Klopp Story." 1. Support EPLpod 2. Pre-order Mike's new book 3. Buy Raphael's book on Klopp If you want to join our World Cup bracket, email Paul: [email protected]    

West Ham's day ends in shame and chaos; United burst out of the gates against Liverpool; Is it time for #WengerIn ? 1. Support EPLpod 2. Pre-order Mike's new book. 3. EatMyGoal 4. TEAMtalk

Juve need only three minutes to undo Spurs at Wembley; Liverpool and City waltz into the quarter-finals; Arsenal get ready to battle AC Milan.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

Chelsea are utterly demoralized by Manchester City; Arsenal can't stop losing; Liverpool win in a canter.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Pre-Order Mike's New Book 3. TEAMtalk 4. EatMyGoal

Is Pep a massive hypocrite for wearing a yellow ribbon for the jailed Catalonians while he remains silent about the UAE? Spurs go forward in the FA Cup in a game which was largely marred by VAR. Captain picks for gameweek 28 in FPL?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal  Sheikh Issa bin Zayed Al Nahyan torture tape posted by ABC news (warning: graphic) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks_MIRvmx9E Patreon supporters, hang out with Mike and Paul at 7 p.m. est on March 1st. 

Arsenal don't even bother to show up against City at Wembley; United pull victory from the jaws of defeat against Chelsea; Kane grabs a late winner.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

On this episode, abuse survivor Andy Woodward graciously makes himself available to discuss his thoughts on the long overdue conviction of serial pedophile Barry Bennell. His initial disclosure to Daniel Taylor of the Guardian has paved the way for 100s of others to come forward. Should you be suffering, below are resources to contact. In the UK, Samaritans can be contacted on 116 123. In the US, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 1-800-273-8255. In Australia, the crisis support service Lifeline is 13 11 14. Other international suicide helplines can be found at www.befrienders.org. The NSPCC’s football abuse helpline can be called 24 hours a day on 0800 023 2642. Support EPLpod

BT pundit Robbie Savage gets caught taking a selfie, Manchester United put two in away to knock Huddersfield out of the FA Cup, Mason unfortunately has to call it a day.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

PSG, heavily soaked in oil money, still can't find a way to do well in the Champions League; Kane strikes as Spurs draw away at Juve; Liverpool and City maul their respective adversaries as if they were bears coming out of hibernation.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Harry Kane sinks Arsenal yet again in the North London derby; Newcastle upsets a hapless Manchester United; Aguero hits 4 against Leicester (that's not a typo: 4); Paul does a dance in wooden shoes from Holland.   1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

The North London derby beckons, but which side reign supreme? Will PL matches be broadcasted on Facebook? Does Conte really want to leave Chelsea?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal  @bencrellin for this great spreadsheets on Twitter. 

Liverpool draw against Spurs, largely in part due to referee decisions; Sanchez gets on the board with his first goal for Manchester United; Mkhitaryan and Aubameyang lining up for Arsenal, oh boy!  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

The EPLpod boyz chat with The Guardian's Jamie Jackson on Transfer Day Deadline.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Buy Jamie's book 3. EatMyGoal 4. TEAMtalk

With Klopp getting bounced out of the FA Cup, is his time at Liverpool coming to an end? Will Lucas Moura move from PSG to Spurs? Alexis Sanchez lights it up for Manchester United against Yeovil Town.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal Be the best ever and give the EPLpod a five-star review on iTunes, k? 

Arsenal drop Chelsea to advance to the Caribou Cup where they'll face Manchester City; Is Ross Barkley really that bad? Was Alexis Sanchez's "piano video" really cringe or really fantastic? 1. Support EPLpod (Super secret Slack channel) 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

It's over the line: Alexis Sanchez signs with Manchester United for an ungodly sum of money. Marco Silva goes from "it" boy of the premier league to yesterday's fudge. City ruthlessly rip apart Newcastle.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk 4. Mike's book

Alexis Sanchez hasn't yet moved to United, so what's the hold up? Chelsea dive their way past Norwich in the FA Cup. VAR is finally used to give a player a goal.  1. [email protected] (tell him you like our "underrated" podcast, but only if you want) 2. Support EPLpod 3. TEAMtalk 4. EatMyGoal

Liverpool are the first team this season to beat Manchester City while Wenger explains omission of Alexis Sanchez from Arsenal squad.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal Sign up for our new Slack channel. 

Paul chats with Arseblog's Andrew Mangan about all things Arsenal. Happy now, p-hive?   1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Philippe Coutinho leaves Liverpool for Barcelona, but will his "injury" heal before Barca's next match? More from Liverpool: Holgate-gate. Ugh. Paul talks to a secret source on a slew of potential transfers.  1.  Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

It's the last episode of 2017! Is Mo Salah the Egyptian Messi? Arsenal are as angry as an army of angry red ants (that's pretty angry) after a handball in the box was in fact called a handball. City finally stop winning. All of that and more, so much more. Happy New Year!  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk. 3. EatMyGoal 

Liverpool splash the cash at the back, City win yet again, and will high-flying Kane go to Barcelona or Madrid?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Christmas episode: Manchester City blow Bournemouth away; United draw to Leicester City, Arsenal draw against Liverpool. Mike gets a surprise Christmas call.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal 

Manchester United get turned over by Bristol City in the EFL Cup (unfortunately, you're reading that correctly). Arsenal, City, and Chelsea all go through to the semi-finals. The p-hive reinstates Paul into the pod.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Manchester City absolutely crush Spurs (it wasn't even close); Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea all win, but really, does it even matter at this point? Mike decides Paul's fate on the pod (spoiler alert: it's not looking good for old Paul).  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk 

United and City both win as Arsenal and Liverpool find themselves in goalless draws. Paul gets kicked off the pod when Mike shows him a red card for insubordination, forcing Mike to pod with a horse.   1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

With Manchester United losing to Manchester City and both Arsenal and Liverpool drawing, crybabies Mike, Paul, and Ben really didn't want to record an episode this weekend. But they put aside their pain and suffering and got on with it. You're welcome.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Paul's questionable butler skills land Mike in the infirmary but Sir Ben Teague of EatMyGoal fame ably steps in to bask in the glory of Liverpool's massacre of Spartak Moscow.

United sneak by Arsenal with a very undeserved win; City get yet another late winner; Paul becomes Mike's man-servant.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

Mike and Paul talk to The Guardian's Manchester football correspondent, Jamie Jackson, author of Night Time Cool. 1. Support EPLpod 2. Jamie's Book 3. EatMyGoal

Why is Pep yelling at Southampton's Nathan Redmond? Why do Spurs keep dropping points? And why is Mike being inducted into the EPLpod Hall of Fame?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Manchester City get a late goal, much to the chagrin of everyone, at Huddersfield; Arsenal get a late, and undeserved, goal; Liverpool lucky to get a single point against Chelsea.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

Oumar Niasses is the first player to get booked retrospectively for cheating. Should you captain Kane this week in FPL? And why does Arsenal get such an easy run of fixtures over Christmas? 1. Support EPLpod! 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Arsenal pull off an impressive victory over their North London rivals; David Moyes gets off to a shambolic start at West Ham; who does Pogba think is the best striker in the Premier League?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal 

With Paul still being buried underneath the rubble back in the EPLpod studios, Sir Ben Teague joins Mike at the Swift Peacock to talk about the North London derby. The chaps also discuss Eriksen's worth as compared to that of Neymar.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk 4. Directions to the Swift Peacock

Moyes assures Hernández of a bright future at West Ham, but is David just paying lip service? Why do footballers use social media? Will Paul ever manage to climb his way out of the rubble? 1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 2. TEAMtalk

Is David Moyes the right man for West Ham United? Mike and Paul speak to super agent, Jon Smith. City's profits are down: is that a good thing for the rest of the league? Lastly, something terrible happens inside of the EPLpod studios... very terrible, indeed... 1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. Super Agent Book 4. EatMyGoal

Arsenal are unable to do everyone else a favour as they lose to City; Chelsea manage to beat United yet again; Everton provide thrills, spills, and even some chills against Watford.  1. Chuck Blazer Interview 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

With Real Madrid experiencing their biggest loss against Spurs in the  Champions League since 2008 coupled with their troubles in La Liga, is it time for Zidane to get the axe? Aside from Chelsea, all other English teams run riot this week in Europe.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

United squeak out a victory against Spurs at home; Arsenal pick up a slick win over Swansea; Troy Deeney gouges the cheek of poor little Joe Allen.  1. Listen to our super agent chat 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

Will the big away win at Wembley provide some respite for Slaven Bilić at West Ham? United, Arsenal, Chelsea, and City all move to the next found in the Carabao Cup. Also chappies, sign up for Patreon as you won't want to miss our big interview on Friday!  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Is it time for Ronald Koeman to pack his bags? United have gone from potential league winners to a team that will be lucky to be in the top four at the end of the season. Spurs finally look half-decent at "home." 1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal  3. Buy Mike's Christmas book

All of the English teams in the UEFA Champions League sit at the top of their respective tables. Also, why is Newcastle being sold on the cheap?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal 

In a weekend where Arsenal and Chelsea lose, a single point in the Anfield fixture seems pretty good for United. But oh boy, City seem like a runaway train; which team will derail them?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

The EPLpod boyz chat with David Conn of The Guardian on his new book, The Fall of the House of FIFA. 1. Support EPLpod 2. The Fall of the House of FIFA 3. EatMyGoal

Holland, Chile, and the USA all fall flat on their collective asses, failing to qualify for World Cup 2018 in Russia. Mike and Paul preview game week 8 in the English Premier League.   1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

The EPLpod boyz chat with Gwendolyn Oxenham, author of Under the Lights and In the Dark: Untold Stories of Women's Soccer. 1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMTalk 4. Gwendolyn's book 

Is Roy Keane being completely insensitive by saying people should play chess if they don't want to get their bell rung while playing football? Why is Giroud getting make up put on? Mike and Paul also talk a bit more about bat fights.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal  

Can anyone stop Romelu Lukaku from scoring? Certainly not a 38 year-old defender from CSKA Moscow. Oh look, Kane scores yet another hatrick. Mendy gets into a twitter fight with a journalist. And finally, the dirty truth behind Sir Ben Teague's horrible misdeeds... 1. Support EPLpod 2. Life of a Punter 3. TEAMtalk 4. EatMyGoal

Sir Ben and Paul take the reins as Mike is in cottage country. The lads talk City's demolition of woeful Palace, Liverpool's nervy result against the Foxes, and how Liam Neeson landed the role of Oskar Schindler (yes, but not really). 1. Life of a Punter 2. Support EPLpod 3. TEAMtalk 4. EatMyGoal  

Why is Barcelona paying tribute to Ousmane Dembélé's torn hamstring? Should headers be banned from football given everything that we now know about concussions? Lastly, is singing about Lukaku's penis racist? The EPLpod boyz dig deep into all of these questions (and more) on this brand new episode.  1. Life of a Punter 2. Support EPLpod 3. TEAMtalk 4. EatMyGoal

The two Manchester sides assert their dominance with emphatic wins; Chelsea and Arsenal provide little to no excitement on the pitch; a lot of men shave their bodies, including Marco Asensio, who technically injured himself by doing so and couldn't play for Madrid.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. Buy Mike's book 

Mike and Paul are on the set of Frisky Business, discussing Roy Hodgson, the Champions League, and game week five in the Premier League, as they attempt to shoot an adult jazz film.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Life of a Punter 3. TEAMtalk 4. EatMyGoal

Chelsea continue rolling with their third consecutive win; United finally drop points against Stoke (ugh); Arsenal actually pick up a win. 1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 

The want-aways are back in action this weekend (read: Sanchez, Coutinho, Van Dijk) in game week 4; Dele Alli gives his friend the middle finger and everyone gets angry; West Ham try to insert a "champions league" clause into a potential transfer with Sporting Lisbon (lol).  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk 4. The totally football episode   

Sir Ben Teague sleeps under the EPLpod studio desk as Mike and Paul talk about the media coverage surrounding Wayne Rooney and his DUI.  Interview with James UMAXIT link PISSD link TEAMtalk EatMyGoal.tv

It's time for a bonus pod! We interview New York Times and BBC World Service freelance writer James Montague about his new book titled The Billionaires Club: The Unstoppable Rise of Football's Super-rich Owners.  James on Twitter: @JamesPiotr 1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal

It's clear as day: Arsenal have shit the bed in the transfer window. Meanwhile, United have done swimmingly well. And what about Swansea landing Sanches... not too shabby, eh?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal  

Do Arsenal even care anymore? Manchester United look fabulous, still. And will Spurs ever win at Wembley?  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal

Guest host Paul and Sir Ben break down Liverpool's passage into the coveted Champions League, albeit under a cloud of despair in light of breaking news that prominent string theory physicist Michael "the Legend/Wankstain" MacDonald has been presumed dead from an explosion in his laboratory at the University of Toronto.

Spurs just can't seem to do it at Wembley as they drop all three points against Chelsea; United continue to look f-word amazing; poor, old Arsenal lose away at Stoke.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal

Chelsea look to avenge their recent loss to Burnley as they take on Spurs away at Wembley; Liverpool edge Hoffenheim; Sigurdsson (finally) signs for Everton.  1. FPL podcast "Four Point Hit" 2. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal

Manchester United put on their best post-Ferguson performance to date; Arsenal squeak out a win against Leicester City; Chelsea lose to Burnley. You read that right, Burnley. 1. EatMyGoal 2. Support EPLpod

Time is ticking: join our FPL league while you still can! Send Paul an email:  [email protected] In this episode, we chat about Real Madrid, PSG, and discreet escort services.  1. EatMyGoal 2. Support EPLpod

The massively hungover EPLpod boyz chat about: the Community Shield, Neymar, and Mike's relationship woes.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk Email Paul for the FPL: [email protected] 

Neymar is set to make boats loads of money as his father braces himself for oodles of cheddar (Is that an expression?). Big surprise: FIFA is corrupt as two-sided coin.   Join our FPL: [email protected] 1. Support the pod 2. EatMyGoal

Join our FPL: [email protected] If Neymar goes to PSG, does that me that Coutinho will leave Liverpool for Barca? Director Christopher Nolan calls the pod to chat.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal  

Paul goes deep down the FPL rabbit hole and meets the Mad Hatter himself, Mark Sutherns. Do you want to join our FPL pool? Of course you do! Hurry up and email Paul at [email protected] cause we've only got a few spots left!  Mark's info:  @FFScout @FFScout_Mark fantasyfootballscout.co.uk Other important links:  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal

Join our FPL!!! Email Paul at  [email protected] What else? Oh yeah, the EPLpod boyz think that Mbappe wouldn't be able to crack Man City's starting squad. Also, why does Jack Wilshere still demand money to "play football?  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

Man City keeps tossing good money after bad as they sign Danilo to cover for Walker at right back; Kenedy is accused of being racist in China; and Paul gets super gonorrhea. 1. Support EPLpod 2. TeamTALK 3. EatMyGoal Join our FPL pool: [email protected]

Unable to earn a starting role at Madrid, Morata decides to move to Chelsea; United beat Real Salt Lake, obviously; and what are the Swedes doing to curb "over engaged" parents?  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal Pool: [email protected] Note: Mike and Paul had a few pre-pod beers and thus, tend to slur here and there throughout the episode. We apologize for nothing.   

Kyle Walker is now the most expensive English player ever. Yup, you read that right; Hart is on his way to plucky, old West Ham; Matic is headed out of England.  1. Support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal Email Paul for our FPL league: [email protected]

With James going to Bayern Munich, does that mean that Sanchez will stay at Arsenal? Mike interviews Manchester City's youth scout.  1. EatMyGoal 2. TEAMtalk 3. Support EPLpod Join our FPL: [email protected] Let us know which captain is the biggest badass in the prem. Tweet to us.

Will Lukaku push United into the top four next season? Who else will United sign? As the song says, "you can never go home," but don't tell Wayne Rooney.  Join our FPL: [email protected] 1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

In part one of our season long look into the Russia World Cup, we talk to Dean Bilton of the ABC who outlines a "plethora" of potential issues. 1. EatMyGoal 2. Support EPLpod 3. TEAMtalk Want to join our fantasy league? Email Paul! [email protected]

Will Nemanja Matic really go to United for a staggering £40m? Sanchez to City? The pod boyz discuss the following transfers as well as the #ChristiePitts5. 1. EatMyGoal 2. TEAMtalk 3. SUPPORT EPLpod Fantasy pool [email protected] SUBJECT: pool

It seems as though Russians really have a penchant for cheating, right? Mike and Paul discuss the recent Russian football doping scandal. Paul later laments the possible signing of Alexandre Lacazette. 1. Kindly support EPLpod 2. TEAMtalk 3. EatMyGoal

What's it like to host the most successful football podcast in the world? The EPLpod boyz sure as heck wouldn't know, but James Richardson does.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Football Weekly. 3. Little White Lies 4. TEAMtalk 5. EatMyGoal

Is Ronaldo really going to leave Real Madrid for Manchester United this summer? Or maybe he's off to China? No. PSG then?   1. EatMyGoal 2. Support EPLpod 3. TEAMtalk

Paul talks Arsenal with Arseblog's very own, Andrew Mangan. But where's Mike?  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk 4. Arseblog

The new FIFA 18 trailer just came out for The Journey and it looks spicy! England win the Under 20 World Cup and Manchester United sign a central defender. 

The EPLpod boyz chat to the filmmakers of The Workers Cup, a documentary which shines a light on the miserable working conditions of migrant workers in Qatar who are building the infrastructure for the 2022 World Cup.   1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk 4. The Workers Cup

Huddersfield win promotion by edging out Reading in a £170 million shoot-out; Wenger somehow gets a contract extension; A Bale-less Madrid get set to take on Juventus.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

Arsenal end the season, and possibly Wenger's career, on a high; Man City are quick out of the gate as they splash around the cash on Bernardo Silva; Paul buys a sickly looking donkey.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

Manchester United are back in the Champions League! Woot, woot! Real Madrid pay a bonkers amount of money for some 16 year old; Is Allardyce heading back to Sunderland?  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

Liverpool find their way back into the Champions League; Arsenal miss the top four for the first time in ages; the world stops for a brief moment to celebrate the life and footballing times of John Terry.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

Is Paul Pogba really better than Kevin De Bruyne? According to the stats, he is! Manchester United draw yet another game; Chelsea win again; Arsenal's top four hopes are still in tact ("it's the hopes that kills you).  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. TEAMtalk

Congrats to Chelsea who finally the league; Arsenal's top four hopes are all but dashed; United lose to Spurs, but who cares seeing as though they're going to the Pride Cup final in Sweden.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. Paul's gym camp

The last European fixture at the Vicente Calderon ends in agony for Atletico Madrid; Arsenal keep their top four hopes alive; Paul continues to plan for his gymnastic camp.    1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal

A b-side Manchester United finally lose to Arsenal after going 25 games unbeaten; Chelsea basically win the league with Tottenham's screw up against West Ham; Mike returns to take back his hosting duties after being kidnapped by Juan Pablo. 

Chelsea all but secure the title with a resilient win over Everton while inactive Liverpool are arguably the big winners of the weekend with United and City scraping together a measly two points between them, and Arsenal probing new lows in their predictable capitulation at White Hart Lane (It's at least as bad as Bayern Munich, right?). At least I don't have this horrendous tattoo    

Christian Eriksen mega-strike sinks stubborn Eagles to keep pace with Chelsea who have a jolly good time at Stamford Bridge: John Terry logs minutes to a standing ovation, Fabregas moves past Lampard into 2nd for Premier League assists, and Costa breaks 5-game goal scoring drought. Meanwhile, Sanchez does his best Rivaldo impression following Fuchs' late throw-in, Joey Barton faces an 18-month suspension for sports betting, and Mike is subjected to torture.

Sir Ben and Paul talk FA Cup results, Liverpool's capitulation to Big Sam's Crystal Palace, Jagielka's noggin getting rocked, and Adam Johnson's prison shenanigans. Meanwhile, Mike is MIA in Mexico City, possibly deceased or worse.

John Terry calls it a day at Chelsea (we've got a super cool tune for this part of the show); Barca leaves the Champions League with a whimper; the dream is over for Leicester City, so where do they go from here?   

Chelsea fail to get a single shot on net against a dominant Manchester United; Liverpool pull off a big 1-0 against West Brom; Paul still thinks Arsenal can make the top four. 

Arsenal lose away at Crystal Palace; BvB gets bombed while on a bus; Everton's Barkley gets punched in the face on a night out. 

United beat Sunderland in a very boring, listless affair; City beat up on an uninspired Hull; Chelsea put down Bournemouth. Mike and Paul take calls from random listeners.   

Chelsea hand Pep and Manchester City their sixth loss of the season; United predictably draw against Everton; Arsenal finally win a game; Rick-Steve sings an original tune. 

Manchester City and Arsenal are both left wanting after a 2-2 draw; Chelsea drop points against Crystal Palace as Spurs earn a big three points to move a shade closer to the top of the table; Mike and Paul do a rap battle.    

Ronald gets honoured with possibly the ugliest, most unflattering statue ever; Liverpool get set to take on Everton; as it turns out, Sanchez makes less than half og what Wayne Rooney pulls in and that's basically untenable, right? 

The Premier League gets put on hold as a bunch of shitty international teams battle it out in World Cup qualifiers. Also, Paul accidentally ventures into the land outside of the top four; it's a hellish sight to behold.    

City draw Liverpool at home, much to the delight of Pep; United keep up with their winning ways with a victory over Boro; Mike, Paul, and Ben take listener calls.    Support EPLpod Mike on SnapChat: theonald EatMyGoal Buy Mike's book

Man City get pushed out of the Champions League by plucky, little Monaco; Michael Oliver ruins the FA Cup clash between United and Chelsea; Paul shows up an hour late, yet again.  

United draw Rostov on an uneven, frozen pitch in the first leg of a Europa round of 16 match; Arsenal finally win a game of football; Son gets racially abused as Spurs destroy Millwall.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Buy Mike's book 3. EatMyGoal 4. BBC link to man working from home. 

Barcelona pull themselves out from the jaws of defeat, unlike woeful Arsenal. United have to play on a crummy pitch in Russia.  1. Arsenal Fan TV 2. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal 4: SnapChat: theonald

Sanchez is fed up at losing Arsenal, Ibra will likely miss out on the next three matches due to his high-flying, elbow-y ways, and Kane keeps scoring goals. 1. Support EPLpod. 2 EatMyGoal 3. Mike on SnapChat: theonald 4. Buy Top Shelf Vodka  

Liverpool loses to Leicester; the EPLpod boys get stripped of all but one of their poddys; Pogba wears stupidly expensive shoes.  FIFA TOURNAMENT: [email protected] Support EPLpod Buy Mike's Book EatMyGoal

Manchester United are back to their winning ways as they leave Wembley with silverware; Harry Kane nets a hatrick; the EPLpod boys clean up at the Canadian podcast awards.    1. Support EPLpod 2. Write a review 3. EatMyGoal 4. Mike's Google talk 

Leicester City sack their manager, Claudio Ranieri; Paul wants to see if you want to join our FIFA tournament ([email protected]); the gents talk about that stupid thing called pie gate.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. Choose Your Own Misery

In a rare bonus pod, Mike and Paul talk to Arseblog's Andrew Mangan about Arsenal, online media, and Marc Maron.  1. Support EPLpod 2. Choose Your Own Misery 3. EatMyGoal

Gary Neville rips apart Arsenal Fan TV, Manchester United take down Blackburn in the FA Cup, and some club called Lincoln City beats Burnley.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal

Arsenal effectively gets knocked out of the Champions League, Barcelona get ripped apart by PSG, and Jesus is unlikely to rise from the injured.  1. True Jordie 2. Arsenal Fan TV 3. Support EPLpod 4. EatMyGoal

United extend their unbeaten streak in the premier league to 16 games, Spurs don't bother to show up against Liverpool, and Chelsea are held at Burnley. 1. Joel Veltman's antics 2. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal

Mike, Paul, and Ben chat transfers, managerial woes (in the case of Ranieri and Wenger), tattoos, and the retirement of Chelsea legend Frank Lampard. 1. Lampard on LBC 2. Redknapp big-upping Lampard 3. Patreon 4. Eat My Goal

Arsenal are collectively jealous of Bellerin's concussion-induced amnesia; Liverpool lose to Hull (That's right, fucking Hull). And Paul's fat fingers get in the way of Mike's pledge drive.  1. Support EPLpod ALREADY! 2. EatMyGoal  

Liverpool lose for the third time in as many matches; United and Arsenal dish out ruthless beatings respectively in the FA Cup; the gents talk about the shambles that is West Ham United. 1. EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. Mike's book

Granit Xhaka acts like a total prick at the airport, Southampton sends Liverpool packing in the EFL Cup, and Mike dies.  1. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal

Can Jesus save Manchester City?  Arsenal manage to get a late winner against Joey Barton's Burnley, United draw against Stoke, and Liverpool lose to Swansea... at home... LOL!  1. A Sappy Love Film 2. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal 

Manchester City might very well get throttled against Spurs this weekend, but are they also covering up a massive doping scandal? Mike and Paul weigh in with their thoughts. In other news, Manchester United top the rich list while only five years ago Kelechi Iheanacho had to save up 18 cents in order to watch his teammates win the league by beating QPR.  1. Write to EA Sports and demand that Mike and Paul write the next FIFA The Journey: [email protected] 2. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal

Who's the bigger asshole? Costa or Payet? The guys debate the question. In other news, Kane scores three times as Spurs down West Brom and Liverpool and United get locked in a stalemate.   1. Support EPLpod 2. Mike's Books 3. EatMyGoal

Mike makes a charcuterie-themed return as United down Hull while Southampton take down Liverpool in the first leg of the EFL Cup. Meanwhile, Paul talks about goal line technology and a possible FIFA 17 tournament that is not to be missed out on. All of that and more!  1. Support EPLpod 2.EatMyGoal

Paul and Sir Ben discuss Liverpool's condemnation to an FA Cup replay, blanking against 4th-division Preston North End. Arsenal progress, albeit undeservedly, via more late Giroud heroics. Bournemouth and West Brom losses mark the only real upsets, with City trouncing West Ham at the cursed Olympic Stadium. Also, Mike's health deteriorates. Email [email protected] w/ subject 'FIFA tournament' if potentially interested in doing an online elimination bracket for some skrilla (please indicate console). Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. Christmas Misery!

Spurs do their bit to keep the title race honest by beating Chelsea, although pretenders Arsenal and Liverpool drop points. Ever wondered what a hotspur is (hint: it involves animal cruelty)? The pod then really takes a turn as Paul reveals a proclivity for big wet bottoms in empathizing with Samir Nasri of all people. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal 4. Christmas Misery!

Which player will your club sign in the transfer window? Mike and Paul weigh in with an exhaustive list of possible transfer targets. The gents also talk about the absolutely minted Carlos Tevez as well as poor old Bob Bradley. This episode of EPLpod is brought to you by Red Carpet Cigarettes. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. Christmas Misery

Chelsea pick up their 12th straight win against Bournemouth ; Arsenal, City, and United also pick up a valuable three points; stupid Roberto Firmino gets charged for driving drunk. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. Christmas Misery

Looking for a musical comedy footballing podcast? Look no further! The EPLpod deliver the goods on that front. We also talk about Monday's fixture which saw Liverpool down Everton. We also speculate as to whether or not United needs another centre back and if José Mourinho will be at United for the long haul. Holiday Misery 2. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal

Arsenal fall apart like a cheap suit against Manchester City, Manchester United pick up another critical three points, and Chelsea win their 11th in a row. Woof! Support EPLpod 2. Come out to Pete's Candy Store and hang out with Mike 3. EatMyGoal

Yaya Toure refuses to admit that he drinks alcohol, Arsenal drop points against Everton, and Manchester United win it late at Selhurst Park. Meet Mike at Pete's Candy Store in Brooklyn  2. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal 4. Pissing on a United shirt

Manchester City get trashed by English champions Leicester City, Memphis Depay and Daniel Sturridge dress like an absolute twats, and Hackerton_9000 releases the leaked photos of Mike. Leaked photos 2. Support EPLpod 3. Pete's Candy Store

The EPLpod boys take in this weeks Champions League action as Lucas Perez bags himself a hat-trick firing Arsenal to the top of their group, Leicester suffer the worst defeat by an English team in the Champions League after a 5-0 humbling in Portugal, Patrick Roberts learns to split his allegiances and the city of Toronto forces Paul to clean up his act. 1. Christmas Misery! 2. Support EPLpod.

Marouane Fellaini gives away a late penalty as Everton equalize against Manchester United, Sergio Agüero goes coco bananas as he lunges at David Luiz and sees red,  and Paul regrettably pours a full beer on a girl. Support EPpod 2. Christmas Misery! 3. EatMyGoal.tv

Paul & Ben talk MLS and EFL. Meanwhile, Mike is distracted by another hare-brained money-making scheme, this time chili-related. Will Manchester United become more clinical in front of goal following their EFL Cup triumph? Will Hackertron 9000 successfully extort $10,000 from the EPLpod boyz? Tune in this Sunday to find out. #forcechape Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. Christmas Misery

Mike and Paul are threatened by a Russian hacker, Liverpool take down Sunderland, and United draw against lowly, old West Ham. Support EPLpod 2. EatMyGoal 3. Christmas Misery

Paul blackmails his way back onto the show as he returns to the EPLpod studios armed with some pretty damning photos of Mike; Arsenal draws PSG; Leicester City finish top of their group in the Champions League. NPR coverage of Choose Your Own Misery 2. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal

With Paul packing his bags up for Egypt, Mike and Ben talk about Chelsea's sixth successive clean sheet against Boro, Arsenal's sucker punch at Old Trafford against God's team, Manchester United, and the return of Yaya Toure to Manchester City. Support EPLpod 2. Christmas Misery! 3. EatMyGoal

Wayne Rooney grabs all of the headlines as he crashes a wedding wasted, England draw Spain, and Manchester United get set to take on Arsenal. Christmas Misery 2. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal

Paul highjacks the podcast to promote his new (and undoubtedly horrid) Arsenal-based podcast while Sir Bean Teague and Mike talk about England vs. Spain as well as all of the other international fixtures. Paul's new twitter handle 2. Choose Your Own Misery 3. EatMyGoal 4. Support EPLpod

Despite being one of the best paid athletes ever, apparently Gareth Bale is still 'just one of the boys.' Who knew? In Paul's penultimate episode, the gents talk about the Sanchez injury, the poppy police, as well as give some tips to Americans wanting to move up to Canada. Choose Your Own Misery 2. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal 4. Not Crying by Flight of the Conchords

A lacklustre Arsenal get KANED by Tottenham's Harry Kane in a lifeless 1-1 draw; Liverpool, Chelsea, and to a lesser extent, Manchester United, crush their respective opponents, but yet another fucking international break threatens to bore everyone to death. Choose Your Own Misery 2. Support EPLpod 3. EatMyGoal 4. That massive 10/10 elbow

Mike and Paul arrive back in Canada, but not necessarily in one piece. The gents talk about Barcelona losing to Manchester City in the Champions League, Jose Mourinho's one-match ban, and bogans. Support EPLpod 2. Choose Your Own Misery 3. EatMyGoal Bogan: a derogatory Australian slang word used to describe a person whose speech, clothing, attitude and behaviour exemplify values and behaviour considered unrefined or unsophisticated, similar to the British term chav.