World Football Index Podcast

Adam Brandon hosts Austin Miller and Tom Robinson as they review the fourth round of matches in the Copa Libertadores 2020 group stage. There were rude awakenings for IDV and Sao Paulo, derby day delight for Gremio and away day joy for Flamengo and Boca. Meanwhile River Plate became competition record breakers as the two Peruvian sides left in the competition both faced fresh humiliation.

Andy Wales is joined by Steven Scragg to discuss all things UEFA Cup and Cup Winners' Cup. Steven's new book, Where the Cool Kids Hung Out: The Chic Years of the UEFA Cup, focuses on the glory years of that competition, and the conversation looks at some of the best moments from these great tournaments of the past. His first book, A Tournament Frozen in Time : The Wonderful Randomness of the European Cup Winners' Cup, is available to buy here: https://www.hive.co.uk/Product/Steve-Scragg/A-Tournament-Frozen-in-Time--The-Wonderful-Randomness-of-/23846953

Alan Feehely is joined by Mourad Aerts and Chris Burke to discuss two very different cities and two very different football teams -- Paris (Saint-Germain) and (Olympique de) Marseille. The look at the culture in both cities, the background of "Le Classique", PSG's recent dominance, and the future for both teams. Opening extract from "From Deauville to Monte Carlo: A Guide to the Gay World of France" by Basil Woon, read by Siena Speichert. "Thieves, cut-throats and other undesirables throng the narrow alleys and sisters of scarlet sit in the doorways of their places of business, catching you by the sleeve as you pass by. The dregs of the world are here unsifted … Marseille is the world’s wickedest port."

Austin Miller and Tom Robinson are joined by Adam Brandon to discuss Independiente del Valle's 18-year-old midfielder, Moisés Caicedo. The Ecuadorian is one of the most impressive up and coming young footballers in South America. Articles referenced in the podcast: https://worldfootballindex.com/2020/07/moises-caicedo-ecuadorian-superstar-in-the-making/ https://worldfootballindex.com/2019/09/independiente-del-valle-ecuador/

Simon Edwards is joined by Peruvian football experts Brian Bertie and Peter Galindo for a look at the latest issues in domestic and national team football in Peru.

Dylan Baker and Chris Smith are joined by football commentator Phil Blacker to discuss his work commentating on Major League Soccer as well as European leagues, and the differences between them.

Adam Brandon in Chile and Simon Edwards in Colombia are joined by fellow South American football expert Tom Robinson to discuss an exciting week of Libertadores action after waiting months for its return. They roundup the action as we reach the halfway stage of the groups. Independiente del Valle’s thrashing of Flamengo takes top billing, but the guys run through every match played on Matchday 3 of the competition to bring you right up to date.

Alan Feehely is joined by guests Cillian Shields and John O'Sullivan to discuss Liverpool's signing of Thiago Alcantara and the possibility of Georgino Wijnaldum going to Barcelona. They also take a look at the Premier League and La Liga in general ahead of the new season, Barcelona's problems, and whether Liverpool can defend their title.

Dylan Baker is joined by Dr. Selene Parekh - a sports injury specialist and founder of The Fantasy Doctors, who analyse sports injuries with a fantasy football spin. On this NASS special episode, they discuss some of the more common injuries suffered by players in soccer and football.

Simon Edwards is joined by Roberto Rojas and Ralph Hannah to look at the state of football in Paraguay, including women's football, men's football, club level, international level, and transfers.

Lee Scott talks about his latest book King Klopp: Rebuilding the Liverpool Dynasty, with host Andy Wales. They look at the issues covered in the book including Klopp's tactical evolution at Liverpool, the role played by different players within these tactics, and where the German might go from here.

Dylan Baker, Chris Smith, and Brady Reid are back with the latest from North America, including Pity Martinez's transfer from Atlanta United to Al-Nassr, what Atlanta will do moving forward, a power shift in Los Angeles, and the path to pro in the Canadian Premier League.

Simon Edwards is joined by Tom Robinson and Tom Nash to look at the latest from Argentina, including the state of club and international football after lockdown.

NASS regulars Dylan Baker and Chris Smith are joined by Paraguayan football expert and journalist Roberto Rojas to discuss Paraguayan players in Major League Soccer. From Miguel Almiron's successful stint with Atlanta United to new and future arrivals such as Rodney Redes, Erik Lopez and Cecilio Dominguez.

Dylan Baker, Chris Smith, and Brady Reid are back with a look at the latest transfers involving North American players and teams, the MLS is Back final, and North American players abroad.

The latest NASS assesses Major League Soccer's returned during the pandemic, and looks at how the two MLS is Back finalists, Orlando City and Portland Timbers, made it through their semis. Host Dylan Baker is joined by regulars Chris Smith and Brady Reid.

Austin Miller and Tom Robinson take a look at 18-year-old Vasco da Gama forward Talles Magno, who has been linked with a number of clubs in Europe including Liverpool and PSG.

Austin Miller and Tom Robinson look at Paraguayan 20-year-old Rodney Redes, who is the first signing for 2021 MLS expansion side Austin FC. He currently plays a forward or winger in his homeland for Club Guarani.

Dylan Baker is joined by NASS regulars Chris Smith and Brady Reid to look back on the latest from the MLS is Back tournament and begin to set the scene for the show's future coverage of football across the continent. In this episode they cover the biggest shock exits at MLS is Back, focus on Brenden Aaronson, Jaap Stam's Cincinnati, make some semi-final predictions, and much more.

Dylan Baker is joined by Chris Smith and Brady Reid to discuss Atlanta United parting ways with Frank de Boer and more as the MLS Back reaches the knockout stages.