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Real Madrid are perfect, Chelsea far from it under Potter

Backroom Football TalkSep 15, 2022

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Real Madrid are perfect, Chelsea far from it under Potter

Real Madrid are perfect, Chelsea far from it under Potter

The Rick & Gio show is back in full swing as they both sit down to discuss the latest:

  • What can/will Graham Potter bring to Chelsea?
  • How to judge  Boehly's time as Chelsea owner
  • Roma suffering under José Mourinho
  • VAR controversy during the weekend
  • Juventus bottom of their CL group 
  • Champions League – Gameweek 2 Round-Up 
  • Real Madrid have a perfect record so far this season
  • Does Barça have what it takes to challenge for UCL?

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Sep 15, 202252:56
Deadline Day and its Collateral Damage

Deadline Day and its Collateral Damage

An insane transfer window comes to a close and the BFTS Crew couldn't miss the chance to drop their take on it. Oscar, Rick and Gio discuss: Do Man United's transfers fix their current situation? Antony's €100M move may bring unexpected issues for Man Utd 🔥 Akanji to Man City for €17.5m not as great as initially thought? Will Julian Álvarez stand being Haaland’s supporting act? ⭐️ Roma and Mourinho at the top of Serie A with impressive start The expectation behind Arthur going to Liverpool on loan Fofana, Aubameyang, Zakaria and how they improve Chelsea Renato Sanches to lose his place at PSG after new signings? 🔥 Dest to AC Milan on loan – What went wrong at Barcelona? Xavi FINALLY has a complete squad at Barça Make sure you follow our daily football content at twitter.com/BackroomFooty ⭐️ Ratings, Shares & Follows are much appreciated. ENJOY❗👏🏽 🎧
Sep 02, 202256:13
Klopp to Blame for Liverpool's Decline?

Klopp to Blame for Liverpool's Decline?

Bundesliga expert Max joins the pod to discuss Bayern, Havertz and more as the BFTS Crew go over the following:

  • Kane breaks Agüero’s record - but can he be considered PL legend? (0:56)
  • Chelsea close to signing 3 players to address their horrific PL start (8:05)
  • Man City weaknesses exposed by Newcastle in 3-3 draw (17:48)
  • Is Bayern Munich turning the Bundesliga into the 'new Ligue 1'? (24:02) 🔥
  • Klopp the man responsible for Liverpool’s decline in the last year (34:34) 🔥

STOPPAGE TIME (45:15)

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Aug 24, 202257:04
Mbappé's Tantrum Confirms a Falling-Out With Neymar

Mbappé's Tantrum Confirms a Falling-Out With Neymar

Full house in the studio as the BFTS reacts to a packed footy weekend:

  • Man United humiliated against Brentford (1:19)
  • Two main targets linked with United (8:01)
  • Haaland’s 8 touch nightmare vs Bournemouth (11:46)
  • Gabriel Jesus masterclass against Leicester (17:55)
  • Chelsea & Tottenham’s newest ‘Battle of the Bridge’ (23:10)
  • PSG stars off to FLYING start - BUT - Mbappé & Neymar falling out? (29:13) 
  • Barcelona disappoint while Real Madrid get it done in La Liga debut (37:50)


STOPPAGE TIME (36:26)

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Aug 15, 202259:49
Serie A Returns as Madrid Add Yet Another Trophy

Serie A Returns as Madrid Add Yet Another Trophy

The Crew is back at it to analyze the return of the big leagues. Aron, Rick and Gio discuss: Serie A kicks off this weekend (1:19) Italian Top 4 predictions/Transfer Review (1:50) Serie A most impactful signing and disappointing team (11:28) PSG add a new midfielder… to make them UCL contenders? (17:50) Bayern NOT missing Lewandowski – will they in the Champions League (21:26) ⭐ Overview of Real Madrid’s SuperCup win to Frankfurt (28:56) Rick’s 2 big takes on Real Madrid’s needs ahead of La Liga kick-off (36:12) ⏱ STOPPAGE TIME (39:07) ⏱ 🔥 HOT TAKE FOOTY – Our reactions to our twitter followers' takes on air (56:52) 🔥 Make sure you follow our daily football content at twitter.com/BackroomFooty ⭐️ Ratings, Shares & Follows are much appreciated. ENJOY❗👏🏽 🎧
Aug 11, 202259:42
Haaland Arrives in Style As City Rivals Struggle

Haaland Arrives in Style As City Rivals Struggle

Oscar, Rick and Aron dissect the first round of Premier League matches and analyze club activity in the transfer market:

  • Chelsea's transfer needs exposed in their PL debut (2:50)
  • United historic defeat at Old Trafford: What did Ten Hag get wrong? (6:23)
  • Darwin & Salah's goals not enough as Liverpool drop points early (15:11)
  • The key behind Erling Haaland's brilliant display vs West Ham (19:12) 🔥
  • Transfers Round-Up: Frenkie De Jong, Arnautović, Depay and more (26:18)

 STOPPAGE TIME (36:26)

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Aug 09, 202246:10
Haaland Debate at City, Pogba's 'Selfish' Decision and Chelsea's Surprise Link

Haaland Debate at City, Pogba's 'Selfish' Decision and Chelsea's Surprise Link

The Backroom Team is back at it! Gio, Rick and Oscar discuss the latest ahead of the return of football at the weekend:

  • Belotti and Wijnaldum are joining Mourinho at Roma (1:03)
  • Juve’s attacking links + midfielder agrees personal terms (9:10)
  • First act of selfishness from Pogba with Juventus? (13:20)
  • Surprise links in Barcelona for Chelsea’s attack! (21:25)
  • What Marc Cucurella's arrival means for Chelsea (31:12)
  • Alternatives to Kounde proving tough to get for Boehly (34:58)
  • Erling Haaland’s debut opens a new debate at Man City (38:47) 🔥

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Aug 04, 202201:06:56
Barça Get Real in Las Vegas

Barça Get Real in Las Vegas

Full house for this one in the Backroom. A 4-man BFTS Crew goes over the latest:

  • Barça beat Madrid and look to secure Koundé - (0:30)
  • Understanding the source of Barcelona’s newly-found money - (7:09)
  • 23yo Scamacca on his way to the Premier League - (15:07)
  • Do Man United really need to sign much more? - (19:03) 🔥
  • Should there be a transfer spending cap in the top European leagues? - (30:52)
  • Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly wants Atletico Madrid move - (41:22)

⏱️ STOPPAGE TIME (46:50) ⏱️ 

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Jul 25, 202201:09:44
Will Cristiano Ronaldo Ruin Man United's Progress?

Will Cristiano Ronaldo Ruin Man United's Progress?

Rick & Gio are back at it to discuss Serie A movements, Bayern and United. Our co-hosts take a look into: Is Matthijs De Ligt a risk at €70 + 10M? (0:51) Bremer IN - Juventus expected to challenge for title? (8:05) Gini Wijnaldum close to joining Roma (16:51) Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United is on fire 🔥 (24:01) Will Cristiano Ronaldo affect United's form & functionality? (30:44) Oliver Kahn publicly suggests a Lewandowski replacement (37:11) ⭐ ⏱️ STOPPAGE TIME (45:47) ⏱️ Make sure you follow us for daily football content at twitter.com/BackroomFooty Ratings, Shares & Follows are always appreciated. ENJOY❗🎧
Jul 21, 202255:29
Lewandowski vs Benzema, Dybala Agrees Move & Depay is Premier League-Bound

Lewandowski vs Benzema, Dybala Agrees Move & Depay is Premier League-Bound

Aron tunes in with Rick & Gio for the first time as the crew discuss the following:

  • Paulo Dybala –FINALLY– finds a team (0:27)
  • Dybala's effect on Zaniolo's future at Roma (4:17)
  • Where does Robert Lewandowski's exit leave Bayern Munich? (5:48)
  • Lewandowski joins Barça: how does he measure up to Benzema? (13:47) ⭐
  • Oleksandr Zinchenko to close £35m move to Arsenal (22:38)
  • Two big Premier League clubs interested in Memphis Depay (29:05)


STOPPAGE TIME (36:42) ⏱ 

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Jul 18, 202256:49
Chelsea's New CB and United's Captaincy Debate Under ten Hag

Chelsea's New CB and United's Captaincy Debate Under ten Hag

The BFTS Crew is back at it! Oscar, Rick & Gio analyze:

  • The effects of Raphinha to Barça (1:12)
  • Memphis Depay part of collateral damage at Barcelona (8:31)
  • An update on Chelsea’s transfer activity after Sterling & Koulibaly (12:57)
  • Ten Hag opens up a captaincy debate at Manchester United (23:37) ⭐
  • Antonio Conte’s fitness antics... justified? (39:27)
  • Paulo Dybala's links with Mourinho's Roma intensify (48:08)

⏱️ STOPPAGE TIME! (54:00) ⏱️

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Jul 14, 202201:06:34
Erik ten Hag Already Ruffling Feathers at Man United

Erik ten Hag Already Ruffling Feathers at Man United

Another loaded episode for the BFTS crew as the market gains momentum:

  • Raheem Sterling finally signs for Chelsea (0:57)
  • An update on Nathan Ake’s move to Stamford Bridge (6:30)
  • Todd Boehly meets with Joan Laporta in Barcelona (9:50)
  • Erik ten Hag’s controversial list of rules at Man United (16:53)
  • Ángel Di María & Paul Pogba sign Juventus deals (30:59)
  • Wilfried Zaha is on José Mourinho's Roma’s radar (35:32)

⭐️ STOPPAGE TIME (41:44)

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Jul 10, 202254:54
Don't Cry For Me, CR7

Don't Cry For Me, CR7

Rick and Gio go over the latest in a slow transfer window. 

  • Collateral damage from Malacia's move to United (0:42)
  • Eriksen to United: how does he fit in with Bruno? (6:17)
  • Chelsea now seriously interested in Cristiano Ronaldo (13:22)
  • Why Ronaldo could return to Real Madrid (18:21)
  • Zaniolo ONLY wants Juve: the best pull in Serie A? (29:43)
  • Bayern Munich looking at Matthijs De Ligt❗️(39:40)
  • Finally some clarity on Dybala's (not so good) situation (44:45)

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Jul 06, 202249:46
Bayern After Another Canadian Talent and... What's Going on With Dybala?!

Bayern After Another Canadian Talent and... What's Going on With Dybala?!

The Backroom FT crew has their first guest on the podcast. Together, they go over the latest transfer market rumours.

  • Jonathan David to join Davies at Bayern? (1:56)
  • Salah pens new deal until 2025 (10:15)
  • Richarlison and Lenglet to Spurs (15:14)
  • Chelsea-Barca battle for Raphinha (24:55)
  • De Ligt wants OUT according to Juve CEO (36:15)
  • Monza planning Double Swoop of Icardi AND Dybala (44:22)
  • Zaniolo to Juventus progressing (49:20)

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Jul 03, 202256:35
From Bale's Golfing Move to Boehly's Blues

From Bale's Golfing Move to Boehly's Blues

Backroom Football Talk never stops. The lads go over:

  • Bale's move to LAFC ahead of Qatar WC (2:15)
  • Kalvin Phillips and his role at Man City (12:37)
  • What a great window means for Arteta & Arsenal (18:06)
  • Chelsea hijacks Raphinha from Arsenal (27:35)
  • How Raphinha affects Sterling & other Chelsea targets (28:49)
  • Nathan Aké heading back to Stamford Bridge? (32:15)
  • Boehly's four main CB targets for Chelsea (37:30)
  • PSG has rejects Juventus's offer for a CDM (45:07)


  • The Start/Bench/Sell game puts the hosts in a tough spot (50:35)


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Jun 29, 202257:16
Big Money for Mané

Big Money for Mané

Another loaded episode with our hosts, who discuss:

Gerard Piqué situation at Barça (1:15)
Dani Alves is leaving Barcelona (5:46)
Joules Koundé between Chelsea and Barça (11:09)
Inter and Chelsea finally agree Lukaku move (15:20)
Renato Sanches might not end up at Milan (22:29)
Di María making Juve wait... for Barça (28:48)
Filip Kostić heavily linked to Juventus (32:22)
How much will Sadio Mané make at Bayern (36:16)
Gonçalo Guedes set to change Spain for Italy (43:33)

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Jun 23, 202250:03
Two Elite Stars to Kickstart the Juventus Renaissance

Two Elite Stars to Kickstart the Juventus Renaissance

Rick and Gio go over the latest footy transfer rumours. Eriksen has two Premier League offers, Zidane's reasoning behind rejecting PSG, Mourinho adds Matić to his Roma side, Leeds United's Raphinha to stay in England due to Barcelona's economic crisis, Conte secured his 3rd signing of the transfer window, a World Cup winner close to joining Juve and a Champions League winner might follow... aaaaand last but not least, Dybala and Inter edge close to finalizing a deal.

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Jun 15, 202201:03:46
The Time Is Now For Frenkie De Jong To Join United

The Time Is Now For Frenkie De Jong To Join United

The lads discuss wether or not Frenkie De Jong should leave Barcelona and make the switch to the Premier League under his former mentor Erik Ten Hag. Also, will Barça get what they're asking for the dutchman? Darwin Nuñez is a Liverpool player for a hefty sum. Is he worth it as a replacement of Mane? The team also goes over what Gareth Bale should do ahead of a World Cup with Wales, the different options Gabriel Jesus has on the table, Zidane nearing in on PSG and a bit on Lewandowski's rebellion against Bayern. Wouldn't want to miss this one. Listen in, rate and follow to #JOINTHEWALL.
Jun 12, 202258:01