Recent Podcasts from The Game Football Podcast (Include All Sources)
![Euros Daily #25: England; flamboyant or ’filthy’?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #25: England; flamboyant or ’filthy’?
![Euros Daily #24: Are England the new Germany?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #24: Are England the new Germany?
![Euros Daily #23: England: Is a back three the answer?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #23: England: Is a back three the answer?
![Euros Daily #22: Are England about to change system?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #22: Are England about to change system?
![Euros Daily #21: Is Bellingham 2024 the Rooney of 2004?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #21: Is Bellingham 2024 the Rooney of 2004?
![Euros Daily #20: Stick in the mixer & get the big man on the end of it, dude!](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #20: Stick in the mixer & get the big man on the end of it, dude!
![Euros Daily #19: England; “…don't cry, we’re still in it.”](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #19: England; “…don't cry, we’re still in it.”
![Euros Daily #18: England – The Debrief (put someone on the left!!)](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #18: England – The Debrief (put someone on the left!!)
![Euros Daily #17: England, don't do what the Italians did...](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #17: England, don't do what the Italians did...
![Euros Daily #16: 'There is no life without football'](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #16: 'There is no life without football'
![Euros Daily #15: Play the kids and eat kebabs](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #15: Play the kids and eat kebabs
![Euros Daily #14: Have England got lucky?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #14: Have England got lucky?
![Euros Daily #13: Who starts for England in the last 16?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #13: Who starts for England in the last 16?
![Euros Daily #12: England – hopes and fears](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #12: England – hopes and fears
![Euros Daily #11: Scotland limp out and how to fix England](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #11: Scotland limp out and how to fix England
![Euros Daily #10: Attitude, aggression & a spine-tingling national anthem](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #10: Attitude, aggression & a spine-tingling national anthem
![Euros Daily #9: The inquest continues...](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #9: The inquest continues...
![Euros Daily #8: It's still coming home, right?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #8: It's still coming home, right?
![Euros Daily #7: Scotland fight on and England expect](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #7: Scotland fight on and England expect
![Euros Daily #6: The best game of the Euros so far?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #6: The best game of the Euros so far?
![Euros Daily #5: Who are the favourites now?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #5: Who are the favourites now?
![Euros Daily #4: England – more questions than answers](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #4: England – more questions than answers
![Euros Daily #3: Laying down a marker & experience over youth?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #3: Laying down a marker & experience over youth?
![Euros Daily #2: Germany good; Scotland bad.](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #2: Germany good; Scotland bad.
![Euros Daily #1: It's finally here...](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros Daily #1: It's finally here...
![Euros preview 2: Germany awaits and Southgate's future](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros preview 2: Germany awaits and Southgate's future
![Euros preview: Are England and Scotland ready?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Euros preview: Are England and Scotland ready?
![David Moyes and the Famous Tartan Army](img/footballitarian.jpg)
David Moyes and the Famous Tartan Army
![Who makes England’s final squad? And the greatest ever club side…?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Who makes England’s final squad? And the greatest ever club side…?
![Are all modern managers the same?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Are all modern managers the same?
![Managers on the move and a Ten Hag triumph](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Managers on the move and a Ten Hag triumph
![Managerial merry-go-round and how to beat City…](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Managerial merry-go-round and how to beat City…
![Is it ever ok not to support your team?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Is it ever ok not to support your team?
![The best alternative team of the season ever!](img/footballitarian.jpg)
The best alternative team of the season ever!
![Ancelotti masterless; Ten Hag car crash.](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Ancelotti masterless; Ten Hag car crash.
![What's the future for Ange-ball and are Chelsea good?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
What's the future for Ange-ball and are Chelsea good?
![Can Sancho and Dier make Euro squad?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Can Sancho and Dier make Euro squad?
![Title down to two and will Salah leave?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Title down to two and will Salah leave?
![Klopp crushed](img/footballitarian.jpg)
Klopp crushed
![A Wembley rollercoaster and does it matter who the officials support?](img/footballitarian.jpg)
A Wembley rollercoaster and does it matter who the officials support?
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This week in football news, the focus is on Euro 2024 and the buzz surrounding the upcoming semi-finals which see Spain, France, England, and the Netherlands vying for a spot in the final. As England prepares to face the Netherlands, there's much talk about England's captain, Harry Kane, whose recent form has been under scrutiny. Despite this, England's manager Gareth Southgate has defended Kane, stating he has done a "super job" for the team, emphasizing the role Kane plays beyond just scoring goals.
The Euro 2024 semi-finals are eagerly anticipated, with discussions and predictions about which team might lift the trophy becoming a hot topic. Football experts and fans alike are analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of the remaining teams, trying to foresee which side has the best chance of winning. As part of the build-up, a look back at England's ten most memorable games since Euro '96 highlights the historical significance and the emotional rollercoaster the team has been through, setting the stage for their next challenge against the Netherlands.
In the players' camp, Jude Bellingham credited former footballer Jimmy Floyd Hasselback for advice that helped him in England's penalty shootout victory against Switzerland, showcasing the individual moments of inspiration that have contributed to England's journey in the tournament. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Mary Earp praised teammate Jordan Pickford for his crucial penalty save during the same match, underscoring the collective effort and standout performances driving England forward.
Apart from Euro 2024, the football world is also buzzing with transfer news and player updates. Speculation includes Joao Palhinha moving closer to joining Bayern Munich and Manchester City showing interest in Newcastle United's Anthony Gordon. Additionally, USMNT star Christian Pulisic made headlines promising "better days" to fans after a disappointing Copa America exit, showing that the world of football is ever-evolving with stories of ambition and redemption.
In summary, as Euro 2024 progresses into its critical stages, the attention is squarely on the semi-finals, with England, Spain, France, and the Netherlands all in contention. The support and scrutiny surrounding players like Harry Kane, the tactical discussions, and the memorable performances highlight the high stakes and emotional intensity of international football. With the tournament climax drawing near, football fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting to see who will emerge victorious and claim the prestigious title.
1 | Manchester City | 38 | 62 | 91 |
2 | Arsenal | 38 | 62 | 89 |
3 | Liverpool | 38 | 45 | 82 |
4 | Aston Villa | 38 | 15 | 68 |
5 | Tottenham | 38 | 13 | 66 |
6 | Chelsea | 38 | 14 | 63 |
7 | Newcastle | 38 | 23 | 60 |
8 | Manchester United | 38 | -1 | 60 |
9 | West Ham | 38 | -14 | 52 |
10 | Crystal Palace | 38 | -1 | 49 |
11 | Brighton | 38 | -7 | 48 |
12 | Everton | 38 | -11 | 48 |
13 | Bournemouth | 38 | -13 | 48 |
14 | Fulham | 38 | -6 | 47 |
15 | Wolves | 38 | -15 | 46 |
16 | Brentford | 38 | -9 | 39 |
17 | Nottingham Forest | 38 | -18 | 36 |
18 | Luton | 38 | -33 | 26 |
19 | Burnley | 38 | -37 | 24 |
20 | Sheffield Utd | 38 | -69 | 16 |
1 | Real Madrid | 38 | 61 | 95 |
2 | Barcelona | 38 | 35 | 85 |
3 | Girona | 38 | 39 | 81 |
4 | Atletico Madrid | 38 | 27 | 76 |
5 | Athletic Club | 38 | 24 | 68 |
6 | Real Sociedad | 38 | 12 | 60 |
7 | Real Betis | 38 | 3 | 57 |
8 | Villarreal | 38 | 0 | 53 |
9 | Valencia | 38 | -5 | 49 |
10 | Alaves | 38 | -10 | 46 |
11 | Osasuna | 38 | -11 | 45 |
12 | Getafe | 38 | -12 | 43 |
13 | Celta Vigo | 38 | -11 | 41 |
14 | Sevilla | 38 | -6 | 41 |
15 | Mallorca | 38 | -11 | 40 |
16 | Las Palmas | 38 | -14 | 40 |
17 | Rayo Vallecano | 38 | -19 | 38 |
18 | Cadiz | 38 | -29 | 33 |
19 | Almeria | 38 | -32 | 21 |
20 | Granada CF | 38 | -41 | 21 |
1 | Inter | 38 | 67 | 94 |
2 | AC Milan | 38 | 27 | 75 |
3 | Juventus | 38 | 23 | 71 |
4 | Atalanta | 38 | 30 | 69 |
5 | Bologna | 38 | 22 | 68 |
6 | AS Roma | 38 | 19 | 63 |
7 | Lazio | 38 | 10 | 61 |
8 | Fiorentina | 38 | 15 | 60 |
9 | Torino | 38 | 0 | 53 |
10 | Napoli | 38 | 7 | 53 |
11 | Genoa | 38 | 0 | 49 |
12 | Monza | 38 | -12 | 45 |
13 | Verona | 38 | -13 | 38 |
14 | Lecce | 38 | -22 | 38 |
15 | Udinese | 38 | -16 | 37 |
16 | Cagliari | 38 | -26 | 36 |
17 | Empoli | 38 | -25 | 36 |
18 | Frosinone | 38 | -25 | 35 |
19 | Sassuolo | 38 | -32 | 30 |
20 | Salernitana | 38 | -49 | 17 |
1 | Bayer Leverkusen | 34 | 65 | 90 |
2 | VfB Stuttgart | 34 | 39 | 73 |
3 | Bayern Munich | 34 | 49 | 72 |
4 | RB Leipzig | 34 | 38 | 65 |
5 | Borussia Dortmund | 34 | 25 | 63 |
6 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 34 | 1 | 47 |
7 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 34 | 0 | 46 |
8 | FC Heidenheim | 34 | -5 | 42 |
9 | Werder Bremen | 34 | -6 | 42 |
10 | SC Freiburg | 34 | -13 | 42 |
11 | FC Augsburg | 34 | -10 | 39 |
12 | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | -15 | 37 |
13 | FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | -12 | 35 |
14 | Borussia Monchengladbach | 34 | -11 | 34 |
15 | Union Berlin | 34 | -25 | 33 |
16 | Vfl Bochum | 34 | -32 | 33 |
17 | 1.FC Köln | 34 | -32 | 27 |
18 | SV Darmstadt 98 | 34 | -56 | 17 |