Recent Podcasts from On The Continent (Include All Sources)
Ask OTC: Ligue 1 without Mbappé, the future for Wirtz, and the Basque National Team
France’s Harry Maguire
Ask OTC: Inter’s potential dynasty, the chase for Victor Osimhen, and Conference League favourites
Is football fan culture in crisis?
Ask OTC: The looming Club World Cup, Rafa Benítez's next job, and one of Europe’s hottest strikers
Diego Simeone’s shield of steel
Ask OTC: The fall of Gio Reyna, best English players in Europe, and clubs we’d take over
Are we the bad guys?
Ask OTC: Is this the end for Paul Pogba, the Basque region’s golden era, and the curious case of Paulo Dybala
Less sexy, less successful
Ask OTC: Bologna’s dream, why the protests in Germany, and Marseille’s desperate hire
Clash of the falling champions
Ask OTC: Is time up for Tuchel, the rise of Florian Wirtz, and blue cards
Now or never for PSG?
OTC Reacts: Leverkusen do a job on Bayern
Ask OTC: De Rossi’s revolution, Fatih Terim’s Greek odyssey, and the health of Europe’s second tiers
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In recent football news, several major stories surfaced that grabbed the attention of fans around the world. Ruben Amorim, the new head coach of Manchester United, has made headlines by demanding significant signings for the club, specifically targeting a new left-back by 2025, showcasing his long-term vision for the team. This move indicates Amorim's pursuit of strengthening Manchester United's lineup to reach the top of both domestic and European football, a goal that CEO Omar Berrada confirmed the club is aspiring towards under Amorim's leadership.
Elsewhere, the Premier League continues to be a hotbed of action and drama. West Ham secured a crucial win against Newcastle, highlighting the importance of their now "undroppable" ace who played his "best game" for the club, according to manager Julen Lopetegui. Manchester City, on the other hand, are working towards securing a new contract for star striker Erling Haaland amidst interest from Real Madrid, suggesting a keen interest in retaining their key talents for the long haul.
In player transfer news, Mohamed Salah's ongoing contract saga with Liverpool has taken a new turn, with reports suggesting that he and his team have been in talks with Barcelona. This development comes amid revelations of Salah's disappointment over Liverpool's handling of his contract renewal. The Egyptian star's potential departure could mark a significant shift in Liverpool's offensive lineup, with former Liverpool striker Michael Owen expressing concerns over the club's future without Salah.
Further, the England Women's National Team is making adjustments due to injury concerns, with Lotte Wubben-Moy being called up after Maya Le Tissier was ruled out due to concussion. This change comes as the team prepares for upcoming friendlies against the USA and Switzerland, an important phase in their preparations for future competitions.
These developments underscore the dynamic nature of football, with clubs and national teams alike making strategic decisions to navigate their immediate challenges while planning for future success.
| 1 | Liverpool | 12 | 16 | 31 |
| 2 | Manchester City | 12 | 5 | 23 |
| 3 | Chelsea | 12 | 9 | 22 |
| 4 | Arsenal | 12 | 9 | 22 |
| 5 | Brighton | 12 | 5 | 22 |
| 6 | Tottenham | 12 | 14 | 19 |
| 7 | Nottingham Forest | 12 | 2 | 19 |
| 8 | Aston Villa | 12 | 0 | 19 |
| 9 | Fulham | 12 | 0 | 18 |
| 10 | Newcastle | 12 | 0 | 18 |
| 11 | Brentford | 12 | 0 | 17 |
| 12 | Manchester United | 12 | 0 | 16 |
| 13 | Bournemouth | 12 | -1 | 15 |
| 14 | West Ham | 12 | -4 | 15 |
| 15 | Everton | 12 | -7 | 11 |
| 16 | Leicester | 12 | -8 | 10 |
| 17 | Wolves | 12 | -8 | 9 |
| 18 | Ipswich | 12 | -10 | 9 |
| 19 | Crystal Palace | 12 | -7 | 8 |
| 20 | Southampton | 12 | -15 | 4 |
| 1 | Barcelona | 14 | 28 | 34 |
| 2 | Real Madrid | 13 | 17 | 30 |
| 3 | Atletico Madrid | 14 | 13 | 29 |
| 4 | Villarreal | 13 | 4 | 25 |
| 5 | Athletic Club | 14 | 7 | 23 |
| 6 | Osasuna | 14 | -3 | 22 |
| 7 | Girona | 14 | 2 | 21 |
| 8 | Mallorca | 14 | 1 | 21 |
| 9 | Real Betis | 14 | 0 | 20 |
| 10 | Real Sociedad | 14 | 0 | 18 |
| 11 | Celta Vigo | 14 | -2 | 18 |
| 12 | Sevilla | 14 | -5 | 18 |
| 13 | Rayo Vallecano | 13 | -1 | 16 |
| 14 | Leganes | 14 | -6 | 14 |
| 15 | Getafe | 14 | -1 | 13 |
| 16 | Alaves | 14 | -9 | 13 |
| 17 | Las Palmas | 14 | -7 | 12 |
| 18 | Valencia | 12 | -7 | 10 |
| 19 | Espanyol | 13 | -14 | 10 |
| 20 | Valladolid | 14 | -17 | 9 |
| 1 | Napoli | 13 | 11 | 29 |
| 2 | Inter | 13 | 17 | 28 |
| 3 | Atalanta | 13 | 18 | 28 |
| 4 | Fiorentina | 13 | 17 | 28 |
| 5 | Lazio | 13 | 14 | 28 |
| 6 | Juventus | 13 | 14 | 25 |
| 7 | AC Milan | 12 | 6 | 19 |
| 8 | Bologna | 12 | -1 | 18 |
| 9 | Udinese | 13 | -3 | 17 |
| 10 | Empoli | 13 | -1 | 16 |
| 11 | Torino | 13 | -3 | 15 |
| 12 | AS Roma | 13 | -4 | 13 |
| 13 | Parma | 13 | -4 | 12 |
| 14 | Lecce | 13 | -15 | 12 |
| 15 | Verona | 13 | -15 | 12 |
| 16 | Cagliari | 13 | -10 | 11 |
| 17 | Genoa | 13 | -13 | 11 |
| 18 | Como | 13 | -12 | 10 |
| 19 | Monza | 13 | -5 | 9 |
| 20 | Venezia | 13 | -11 | 8 |
| 1 | Bayern Munich | 11 | 29 | 29 |
| 2 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 11 | 11 | 23 |
| 3 | RB Leipzig | 11 | 9 | 21 |
| 4 | Bayer Leverkusen | 11 | 8 | 20 |
| 5 | Borussia Dortmund | 11 | 4 | 19 |
| 6 | Borussia Monchengladbach | 11 | 3 | 17 |
| 7 | SC Freiburg | 11 | -2 | 17 |
| 8 | FSV Mainz 05 | 11 | 4 | 16 |
| 9 | VfB Stuttgart | 11 | 2 | 16 |
| 10 | Union Berlin | 11 | 0 | 16 |
| 11 | VfL Wolfsburg | 11 | 2 | 15 |
| 12 | Werder Bremen | 11 | -5 | 15 |
| 13 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 11 | -5 | 12 |
| 14 | FC Augsburg | 11 | -10 | 12 |
| 15 | FC Heidenheim | 11 | -5 | 10 |
| 16 | FC St. Pauli | 11 | -7 | 8 |
| 17 | Holstein Kiel | 11 | -16 | 5 |
| 18 | Vfl Bochum | 11 | -22 | 2 |
