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BTL curates football opinions, and now we have created these audio shows for all those interesting topics in football: - Cortalinhas: Zach Lowy will be discussing all things Portuguese football, from Paços de Ferreira to the hottest young prospects in the nation. - Tactics Room: Will Fowler joins us to talk about what's the impact on the most important leagues in the World but focused on tactical analysis. - Casser Les Lignes: Jeremy Magan joins to talk about everything about French Football. - Area Di Rigore: Love Calcio? Dharnish & Maxi dissects Serie A - Road to Qatar:
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Casser Les Lignes Episode 21: - Part 2 - Ligue 1's Matchday Analysis: Lyon’s struggle against Angers, OM’s comfortable win against a poor Saint-Etienne and Mbappe’s masterclass for PSG

Breaking The Lines Audio PodcastsApr 05, 2022

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Casser Les Lignes Episode 30: Breaking Down the Best 11s in Ligue 1 (Part Two) // Special Edition with Baptiste from LeClassiquePod

Casser Les Lignes Episode 30: Breaking Down the Best 11s in Ligue 1 (Part Two) // Special Edition with Baptiste from LeClassiquePod

In this second part of this special episode of Casser Les Lines, Jeremy Magan is joined by Baptiste from LeClassiquePod to draft their personal picks for the best 11s in Ligue 1.


They debated and discussed their choices for each position, weighing in on the strengths and weaknesses of the players in contention... From goalkeepers to strikers, no stone is left unturned in their quest to create the ultimate lineup.

This is just the first part of their discussion, so stay tuned for the second installment, where they finalize their choices and reveal their ultimate best 11s in Ligue 1.

Tune in now to Casser Les Lines!

May 26, 202301:17:39
The Fixture Congestion Podcast: Analyzing Inter and PSG's Shaky Futures

The Fixture Congestion Podcast: Analyzing Inter and PSG's Shaky Futures

Eduard Holdis (@He_Ftbl) analyzes two clubs at a crossroads -- PSG and Inter -- on the latest episode of The Fixture Congestion Podcast. With the help of Dougie Critchley (@DougieCritchley), playing the role of Simone Inzaghi's cousin, we explore Inter teetering on a ledge, whilst Alex Barker (@EuroExpert_) helps us understand why PSG need to change their outlook or risk losing their fans

May 07, 202301:12:04
Casser Les Lignes Episode 30: Breaking Down the Best 11s in Ligue 1 (Part One) // Special Edition with Baptiste from LeClassiquePod

Casser Les Lignes Episode 30: Breaking Down the Best 11s in Ligue 1 (Part One) // Special Edition with Baptiste from LeClassiquePod

In this special edition episode of Casser Les Lines, Jeremy Magan is joined by Baptiste from LeClassiquePod to draft their personal picks for the best 11s in Ligue 1.

They debated and discussed their choices for each position, weighing in on the strengths and weaknesses of the players in contention... From goalkeepers to strikers, no stone is left unturned in their quest to create the ultimate lineup.

This is just the first part of their discussion, so stay tuned for the second installment, where they finalize their choices and reveal their ultimate best 11s in Ligue 1.

Tune in now to Casser Les Lines!

Apr 28, 202301:09:45
Casser Les Lignes Episode 29: PSG almost seal their fate as 2023 Ligue 1's champions + at the bottom, Strasbourg, Brest, Auxerre won and kept the fight to avoid the 17th spot alive

Casser Les Lignes Episode 29: PSG almost seal their fate as 2023 Ligue 1's champions + at the bottom, Strasbourg, Brest, Auxerre won and kept the fight to avoid the 17th spot alive

Episode content:

- an email by former Nice sporting director Julien Fournier painted a terrible picture of Christophe Galtier who would have said damaging things back at the club. Jeremy discusses the topic and what can transpired in France through the week.

- Back to Football, 9 games out of 10 ended in home wins in the weekend. The most important of them, PSG won home 3-1 against Lens, basically sealing their fate as 2023 Ligue 1 champions

- OM followed suit, finally recording a home win, against Troyes, and taking their 2nd place back

- Rennes, Monaco and Lyon (the only team to win away) keep battling out for the european spots

- at the bottom, Strasbourg, Brest, Auxerre won and kept the fight to avoid the 17th spot alive, while Ajaccio and Troyes losing might have condemned them to Ligue 2

Apr 20, 202340:07
Fixture Congestion Episode 04: Ligue 1 overachievers RC Lens Analysis + The doom & despair at Valencia CF

Fixture Congestion Episode 04: Ligue 1 overachievers RC Lens Analysis + The doom & despair at Valencia CF

In this week's Fixture congestion podcast Eduard (@he_ftbl) covers the doom and despair at Valencia with @aduralerevcf and @pacopolitENG, and the completely opposite trajectory of Ligue 1's overachievers RC Lens with @Jeremy_Magan

Apr 20, 202341:44
Fish, Cake, and Football: Serie A and La Liga Analyses with @casey_evans_ and @laligamichaelCreative

Fish, Cake, and Football: Serie A and La Liga Analyses with @casey_evans_ and @laligamichaelCreative

Get hooked on the latest episode of the Fixture Congestion podcast as hosts Eduard (@he_ftbl) and Louis Young dive into Italy's Serie A with fish metaphors, alongside special guest @casey_evans_.

From discussing the Serie A action to reeling in the highlights, it's a "fin"-tastic conversation you won't want to miss!

And that's not all - the podcast takes a sweet turn as they shift gears to Spain's La Liga, examining it through delectable cake analogies with the delightful @laligamichael.


Tune in for a scrumptious and football-filled episode that's sure to whet your appetite for more! 🎧⚽️🐟🎂 #FixtureCongestionPodcast #SerieA #LaLiga #FishMetaphors #CakeAnalogies

Apr 14, 202351:53
Casser Les Lignes Episode 28: PSG, OM, Lens and everything you need to know about this week on Ligue 1

Casser Les Lignes Episode 28: PSG, OM, Lens and everything you need to know about this week on Ligue 1

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

On this episode, Jeremy shared his analysis on PSG, OM, Lens and everything you need to know about this week on Ligue 1

Apr 12, 202333:40
Casser Les Lignes Episode 27: RC Lens confirms their great run 2 week crucial clash vs Ligue 1's leaders... Jeremy analyzes PSG, Marseille and more

Casser Les Lignes Episode 27: RC Lens confirms their great run 2 week crucial clash vs Ligue 1's leaders... Jeremy analyzes PSG, Marseille and more

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

On this episode, Jeremy shared his analysis on:

  • PSG - worrying signs with 9 games left and no reactions from the fans!
  • OM unable to win at home, stay 6 points behind the leaders
  • Lens confirms their great run against the best teams in France, 2 week before a clash vs. PSG
  • The rest of the games in Ligue 1, with Reims picking themselves back, a gap at the bottom of the table and a 7-goal thriller
Apr 06, 202338:14
Fixture Congestion Episode 02: The Premier League top 4 race... What's going to happen in Chelsea and Bayern's future after Graham Potter and Julian Nagelsmann sacked

Fixture Congestion Episode 02: The Premier League top 4 race... What's going to happen in Chelsea and Bayern's future after Graham Potter and Julian Nagelsmann sacked

The Fixture congestion podcast,

In this episode Eduard and Louis decongests: The Premier League top 4 race... What's going to happen in Chelsea and Bayern's future after Graham Potter and Julian Nagelsmann sacked last week.

Apr 06, 202301:03:07
Fixture Congestion Episode 01: Decongesting FIFA's international break, the upcoming European club clashes and we learn why you shouldn't watch just 20 minutes of a football game

Fixture Congestion Episode 01: Decongesting FIFA's international break, the upcoming European club clashes and we learn why you shouldn't watch just 20 minutes of a football game

The Fixture congestion podcast,

In this episode we decongest FIFA's international break, the upcoming European club clashes and we learn why you shouldn't watch just 20 minutes of a football game and why Scotland dictates form for other national team sides.

Mar 29, 202348:22
Casser Les Lignes Episode 26: PSG loses and Galtier struggled in press conference | OM ended Reims' 19 games unbeaten run | Monaco, the strict minimum to keep looking at Ligue 1's top

Casser Les Lignes Episode 26: PSG loses and Galtier struggled in press conference | OM ended Reims' 19 games unbeaten run | Monaco, the strict minimum to keep looking at Ligue 1's top

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

On this episode, Jeremy shared his analysis on:

  • PSG loses at home, and Galtier shows his struggles in the post game press conference
  • OM wins without convincing, ending Reims' 19 games unbeaten run
  • Monaco does the strict minimum to stay in touch at the top
  • Lens and Lille get the 3 points
  • The battle for survival at the bottom
Mar 20, 202331:24
Casser Les Lignes Episode 25: PSG still reeling from their elimination in UCL | Lille 3-3 Lyon: 6 goals in one half | Reims’ surprising win in Monaco & more

Casser Les Lignes Episode 25: PSG still reeling from their elimination in UCL | Lille 3-3 Lyon: 6 goals in one half | Reims’ surprising win in Monaco & more

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

On this episode, Jeremy shared his analysis on:

[Ligue 1's Matchday 27] = 10 games on the weekend, 5 away wins

  • OM 2-2 Strasbourg: 10 men OM goes up 2-0 before changing tactics and conceding twice with 3 minutes to go
  • Lille 3-3 Lyon: 6 goals in one half, Lille and Lyon being Lille and Lyon, failing to find consistency in results
  • Brest 1-2 PSG: PSG still reeling from their elimination in UCL needs another prowess from Mbappe at the last minute to get all 3 points. PSG once again only playing for Ligue 1. Something has got to change.
  • Analysis on the rest of games in Ligue 1, with Reims’ surprising win in Monaco (their 17th game undefeated) and Lens thrashing Clermont away.
Mar 13, 202347:15
Casser Les Lignes Episode 24:  The tactical battle won by Galtier on "Le Classique" | Mbappé as the real X-Factor in the capital | Nice under Digard is unstoppable | & More...

Casser Les Lignes Episode 24: The tactical battle won by Galtier on "Le Classique" | Mbappé as the real X-Factor in the capital | Nice under Digard is unstoppable | & More...

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

On this episode, Jeremy shared his analysis on:

  • Deep Dive on Le Classique: the tactical battle won by Galtier, Tudor's choices and Mbappé as the real X-Factor in the capital.
  • Nice under Digard is unstoppable
  • Will Reims ever lose in Ligue 1 under Still?? Currently with 17 games undefeated.
  • Ligue 1 Matchday Analysis for other games on the weekend, with Lille and Rennes closing the gap at the top
Feb 28, 202340:01
Casser Les Lignes Episode 23: PSG has too much noise off the pitch, not enough football on it... While Marseille, Monaco, Lens and Rennes are on a roll in Ligue 1

Casser Les Lignes Episode 23: PSG has too much noise off the pitch, not enough football on it... While Marseille, Monaco, Lens and Rennes are on a roll in Ligue 1

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

On this episode, Jeremy shared his analysis on:

  • Can Monaco, Rennes and Nantes make it past the Europa League play offs?
  • PSG – too much noise off the pitch, not enough football on
  • Marseille, Monaco, Lens and Rennes on a roll
  • Auxerre and Montpellier make the bottom look tighter
Feb 21, 202340:21
Cortalinhas Episode 11: Youssef Chermiti’s emergence in Sporting’s attack, Paços de Ferreira’s improvement under César Peixoto, Estoril’s worrying form & more.

Cortalinhas Episode 11: Youssef Chermiti’s emergence in Sporting’s attack, Paços de Ferreira’s improvement under César Peixoto, Estoril’s worrying form & more.

Zach Lowy and the brothers from Long Ball Futebol Podcast discuss the latest in Portuguese football including Youssef Chermiti’s emergence in Sporting’s attack, Paços de Ferreira’s improvement under César Peixoto, Estoril’s worrying form, and more.

Feb 08, 202301:46:32
Casser Les Lignes Episode 22: Lyon - the youth is back! Laurent Blanc trusts the academy to do the job, Galtier wants PSG to play "for Messi" and more

Casser Les Lignes Episode 22: Lyon - the youth is back! Laurent Blanc trusts the academy to do the job, Galtier wants PSG to play "for Messi" and more

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

On this episode, Jeremy shared his analysis on:

  • PSG - 1 week before a crucial UCL game against Bayern, Galtier wants to play "for Messi"
  • Lyon - the youth is back! Laurent Blanc trusts the academy to do the job
  • Lille - finally getting the results they deserve with a decisive win in Rennes
  • Nice - Ghisolfi/Digard, a successful duo. 13 points in the last 5 games for the team owned by INEOS
  • Analysis of Ligue 1's matchday results
Feb 06, 202327:36
Casser Les Lignes Episode 21: January Ligue 1's Transfer Recap, No Moffi no problem, Lorient wins the Brittany derby against Rennes & More

Casser Les Lignes Episode 21: January Ligue 1's Transfer Recap, No Moffi no problem, Lorient wins the Brittany derby against Rennes & More

- January Ligue 1's Transfer Recap

- No Moffi no problem, Lorient wins the Brittany derby against Rennes

- Missed opportunities on either side see OM and Monaco draw

- PSG stunned at the last second by Will Still's Reims

- Analysis of the other matches in Ligue 1

Jan 31, 202330:41
Cortalinhas Episode 10: With Nino Torres discussing Pedro Porro's potential move to Tottenham, Ibrahima Bamba's impressive performances in Vitoria's defense & more

Cortalinhas Episode 10: With Nino Torres discussing Pedro Porro's potential move to Tottenham, Ibrahima Bamba's impressive performances in Vitoria's defense & more

Zach Lowy and GolTV announcer Nino Torres discuss Pedro Porro's potential move to Tottenham, Ibrahima Bamba's impressive performances in Vitoria's defense, Benfica's stellar start to the campaign, Braga's 'Estrelinha' and more.

Jan 26, 202301:42:10
Cortalinhas Episode 09: Benfica’s 2-2 draw to Sporting discussing Manuel Ugarte’s midfield battle with Enzo Fernandez, Gonçalo Ramos’ brace and plenty more.

Cortalinhas Episode 09: Benfica’s 2-2 draw to Sporting discussing Manuel Ugarte’s midfield battle with Enzo Fernandez, Gonçalo Ramos’ brace and plenty more.

Zach speaks to Benfica Podcast co-host Cristiano Oliveira and Sporting160_EN founder Sam Fonseca about Benfica’s 2-2 draw to Sporting.
They discuss Manuel Ugarte’s midfield battle with Enzo Fernandez, Gonçalo Ramos’ brace, and plenty more.

Jan 18, 202301:37:60
Casser Les Lignes Episode 20: Everything Ligue 1 after a World Cup hiatus with Christian Marchetti analyzing Patrick Kisnorbo, Troyes' new manager

Casser Les Lignes Episode 20: Everything Ligue 1 after a World Cup hiatus with Christian Marchetti analyzing Patrick Kisnorbo, Troyes' new manager

Jeremy Magan is back on Casser Les Lignes to talk everything Ligue 1 after a World Cup hiatus that sees the World Cup coming back to Paris and Argentinian captain Leo Messi.

On today’s episode, Jeremy interviews Australian journalist and @frontpgfootball chief editor Christian Marchetti to introduce a new coach on the Ligue 1 scene: Patrick Kisnorbo, who joined Troyes 1 month ago, after finding success at Melbourne City in Australia.

Get to know a bit more about the first Aussie coach to officiate in one of the top 5 leagues in Europe.

Dec 28, 202228:45
Road to Qatar Episode 10: Folklore, Future and the Fairytale of France’s World Cup

Road to Qatar Episode 10: Folklore, Future and the Fairytale of France’s World Cup

Destiny meets History as a World Cup full of surprises reaches its grand conclusion. Messi’s destiny seems all but inevitable, but France & Didier Deschamp have crafted yet another fairytale, whose ending their triumph in 2018.
We talked to BTL’s Jeremy Magaan, host of the Casser Les Lignes, and looked to the past, present, and future of a French team on the verge of history. Forever etching their names into this fabled footballing folklore, on Today’s Road to Qatar.

Dec 18, 202237:21
Casser Les Lignes Episode 18: -La Coupe du Monde- Analysis with Baptiste from @leclassiquePod and @HarryTradesYT, a Welshman who was in Qatar to live the World Cup from the inside

Casser Les Lignes Episode 18: -La Coupe du Monde- Analysis with Baptiste from @leclassiquePod and @HarryTradesYT, a Welshman who was in Qatar to live the World Cup from the inside

Host Jeremy Magan is joined by countryman Baptiste from @leclassiquePod in the first part, relieved after a tough win against England. They debrief the quarter-final and preview the semis against Morocco, a special game for 2 countries with historical and political ties.

In the 2nd part, Jeremy introduces @HarryTradesYT, a Welshman who was in Qatar to live the World Cup from the inside. The incredible experience of being at a World Cup to see Wales, the youngster to keep an eye on after the tournament and the semi-final between Croatia and Argentina, Harry and Jeremy discuss it all!

Dec 13, 202201:19:01
Road to Qatar Episode 09: Portugal Open Pandora’s Box Ahead of Crucial Quarters

Road to Qatar Episode 09: Portugal Open Pandora’s Box Ahead of Crucial Quarters

With the quarter-finals fast upon us, we’re joined by Danny Pinto from the Seleccao podcast to talk about Ronaldo, Ramos, the hopes of a nation, and everything in between. 

Portugal has both legacy and pride at stake against a Moroccan unit that can prove the wall to the Iberian nation's ambition.

Dec 08, 202234:53
Forever Entangled Episode 02: Chinese and Venezuelan football and their relationships with Geopolitics

Forever Entangled Episode 02: Chinese and Venezuelan football and their relationships with Geopolitics

In this episode, the topics of Chinese and Venezuelan football and their relationships with Geopolitics are microscopically analyzed with interviews from Jordan Florit, author of 'Red Wine and Arepas: How Football is becoming Venezuela's Religion', and Cameron Wilson, founder, and editor of 'Wild East Football'.

 Louis also speaks to Francis Gaitho further about the possibility of an African Super League and the repercussions of this for CAF and FIFA.

Dec 07, 202231:23
Forever Entangled Episode 01: Geopolitics and Football The potential African Super League to Qatari and Saudi Arabian state wealth and their desire to project a desirable image through football

Forever Entangled Episode 01: Geopolitics and Football The potential African Super League to Qatari and Saudi Arabian state wealth and their desire to project a desirable image through football

An accrescent web of intricate politics, football is an increasingly cluttered habitat. Louis Young examines the relationship between football and geopolitics in this three-part series with worldly examples across four continents.

From the potential of an African Super League to Qatari and Saudi Arabian state wealth and how economies have been affected by a state's desire to project a desirable image through football, this series acts as a stream of modern football fan consciousness and, broadly, ruminates over its chief concerns.

Dec 06, 202228:14
Casser Les Lignes Episode 17: -La Coupe du Monde- with guests Russ Gibbs English football commentator & Bashir Ali, Danish football writer

Casser Les Lignes Episode 17: -La Coupe du Monde- with guests Russ Gibbs English football commentator & Bashir Ali, Danish football writer

Jeremy Magan is back with English guest Russ Gibbs to dissect the Three Lions and Les Bleus ahead of their much anticipated Quarter Finals clash this weekend in part 1. 

In part 2, Front Page Football's Dylan Bozicevic comes in to discuss Australia, Croatia, and the favourites in the competition with only 10 days left of football in Qatar.

Dec 06, 202201:01:50
Casser Les Lignes Episode 17: -La Coupe du Monde- Jeremy Magan hosts 2 guests in this 2-part podcast. Russ Gibbs, English football commentator & Bashir Ali, Danish football writer

Casser Les Lignes Episode 17: -La Coupe du Monde- Jeremy Magan hosts 2 guests in this 2-part podcast. Russ Gibbs, English football commentator & Bashir Ali, Danish football writer

Latest pod uploaded

Jeremy Magan hosts 2 guests in this 2-part podcast.

Russ Gibbs, English football commentator and writer based in Australia comes on to talk about the World Cup in general and England and Australia in particular (1:57). (he said England will beat Wales 3-0 - and 12 hours later....)

Bashir Ali, Danish football writer, gives us his thoughts on the Denmark National Team thus far in the tournament, and their chance to go through when they face the Socceroos in a few hours! (38:00)

Dec 03, 202258:44
Casser Les Lignes Episode 16: -La Coupe du Monde- Debrief of the first week of Football in Qatar || who could be the surprise - and the winner - of the tournament?

Casser Les Lignes Episode 16: -La Coupe du Monde- Debrief of the first week of Football in Qatar || who could be the surprise - and the winner - of the tournament?

Antonis Pagonis and Dylan Bozinevic from @frontpgfootball join host Jeremy Magan for a debrief of the first week of Football in Qatar.

The 3 discuss the biggest upset of the competition so far, give their thoughts on France-Australia and what the Socceroos can do better against Tunisia, before debating on who could be the surprise - and the winner - of the tournament.

Nov 26, 202201:04:43
BTL Exclusive Interview with Nuno Gomes.

BTL Exclusive Interview with Nuno Gomes.

Zach speaks to Nuno Gomes about his time at Benfica, his favorite moments with Portugal, his work at FIFA and more.

Nov 21, 202253:46
Casser Les Lignes Episode 15: -La Coupe du Monde- Title contender France start Thier World Cup on Tuesday against old friend Australia

Casser Les Lignes Episode 15: -La Coupe du Monde- Title contender France start Thier World Cup on Tuesday against old friend Australia

To preview the first encounter of the FIFA Qatar 2022 World Cup for Les Bleus, Casser Les Lignes hosts 3 Australian journalists, and the Front Page Football crew, for a heated debate around the Socceroos team, their expectations, and what they can do against France!

Between pessimism and cautious optimism, the 3 guests give us a great picture of where Australian football is at, and the way France is seen from the point of view of a less successful nation, that only nearly lost to Les Bleus in 2018 (2-1)

Nov 18, 202201:19:42
Road to Qatar Episode 08: All about Belgium's Golden Generation, Roberto Martinez and his tactics
Nov 17, 202231:41
Cortalinhas Episode 08: Gil Vicente’s disastrous start to the season, Benfica’s perfect form and everything else from the Primeira Liga.

Cortalinhas Episode 08: Gil Vicente’s disastrous start to the season, Benfica’s perfect form and everything else from the Primeira Liga.

Zach and Dinis Tome discuss Gil Vicente’s disastrous start to the season, Benfica’s perfect form and everything else from the Primeira Liga.

Nov 05, 202248:41
Casser Les Lignes Episode 14: - Referee's Week on Ligue 1! - discussing some controversial calls on Matchday 12th

Casser Les Lignes Episode 14: - Referee's Week on Ligue 1! - discussing some controversial calls on Matchday 12th

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

 - Referee's Week on Ligue 1! - discussing some controversial calls on Matchday 12th - 34 goals and 4 red cards - 

From PSG's agonic victory against Ajaccio to the exciting match between Lille and Monaco that ended 4-3 with a victory for 'Les Dogues'

Oct 25, 202235:42
Tactics Room Episode 02: Union Berlin's Rise to the Top

Tactics Room Episode 02: Union Berlin's Rise to the Top

On the latest episode of The Tactics Room, Will Fowler (@WillFowler5) chats about Bundesliga leaders Bayern Mu-- sorry, Union Berlin. Feels weird. 

Currently sitting at the top of the Bundesliga table, how has the capital club gone from 2.Bundesliga contestants to one of the best clubs in Germany's top flight? And more importantly, is it sustainable?

Oct 21, 202201:02:36
Area Di Rigore Episode 08: Milan's injury woes and squad depth | Inter Milan having a mini-revival and yet another discussion on Allegri and Juventus

Area Di Rigore Episode 08: Milan's injury woes and squad depth | Inter Milan having a mini-revival and yet another discussion on Allegri and Juventus

Area di Rigore is joined by an extremely special guest in Marco Lai! Tactical expert and football obsessive as the boys discuss:

- Milan's injury woes and squad depth
- Inter Milan having a mini-revival
- Yet another discussion on Allegri and Juventus

Oct 20, 202241:39
Casser Les Lignes Episode 13: 'Le Classique' PSG vs Olympique Marseille [Tactical Analysis]

Casser Les Lignes Episode 13: 'Le Classique' PSG vs Olympique Marseille [Tactical Analysis]

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.


On this episode, Jeremy shared his analysis on PSG x O.Marseille, 'Le Classique' - one of the most important games in Ligue 1.


Please share the episode, review, subscribe and/or talk about it on Twitter  

Oct 18, 202246:55
Cortalinhas Episode 07: Preview Analysis for the upcoming Classico between Benfica and Porto

Cortalinhas Episode 07: Preview Analysis for the upcoming Classico between Benfica and Porto

Zach speaks to Cristiano Oliveira, the co-host of the Benfica Podcast, and Jason Rego and Rui dos Santos, the co-hosts of the Porto Podcast in English, about the upcoming Classico between Benfica and Porto in the latest episode of the Cortalinhas

Oct 18, 202201:08:27
Cortalinhas Episode 06: Leonardo Lelo's impressive performances at Casa Pia, Benfica's flawless start to the season, and more.

Cortalinhas Episode 06: Leonardo Lelo's impressive performances at Casa Pia, Benfica's flawless start to the season, and more.

Zach and @RealFevrScout discuss the week's action in Portugal, including Leonardo Lelo's impressive performances at Casa Pia, Benfica's flawless start to the season, and more.

Oct 14, 202246:40
Area Di Rigore Episode 07: How are Serie A teams doing in the UCL? || Unpacking the Allegri debacle || Napoli appreciation & more

Area Di Rigore Episode 07: How are Serie A teams doing in the UCL? || Unpacking the Allegri debacle || Napoli appreciation & more

The boys are back in town!
Max has recovered from a bad toothache which means the boys can unpack Calcio and the Serie A team's performance in the Champions League:

- How are Serie A teams doing in the UCL?
- Milan beat Juve
-Unpacking the Allegri debacle
- Napoli appreciation

Oct 13, 202243:21
Casser Les Lignes Episode 12: – Part 1 – [Le Classique Analysis] within PSG and OM’s season so far and The consequences of the most-watched Ligue 1 game of the season

Casser Les Lignes Episode 12: – Part 1 – [Le Classique Analysis] within PSG and OM’s season so far and The consequences of the most-watched Ligue 1 game of the season

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

In this part, Jeremy talks about 'Le Classique' [PSG - O. Marseille] within PSG and OM’s season so far and The consequences of the most-watched Ligue 1 game of the season

Oct 12, 202232:05
Casser Les Lignes Episode 12: -Part 2- [Matchday Analysis] The weekend of Derbys! OM and Lens not undefeated anymore, Strasbourg finally wins, Sergio Ramos gets sent off! All the action

Casser Les Lignes Episode 12: -Part 2- [Matchday Analysis] The weekend of Derbys! OM and Lens not undefeated anymore, Strasbourg finally wins, Sergio Ramos gets sent off! All the action

On this part, Jeremy Magan analyzed Ligue 1's matchday 10th:


[Lyon - Tolouse] Bosz’s last game on the Lyon bench and Laurent Blanc will sit on the bench from this weekend onwards.

[O. Marseille - Ajaccio] OM uninspired and surprised at home concede their first defeat of the season

[Reims - PSG] PSG clearly frustrated – not a great result before a critical week, playing Benfica and OM.

[Montpellier - Monaco] 'Le Monégasques' slowly but surely hitting their form.

[Brest - Lorient] 'Les Merlus' resisted well and is now 2nd on the table, only 1 point behind PSG!

[Clermont - Auxerre] 'Les Lanciers' (6th) played the same upbeat style of football we have enjoyed last season.

[Nice 3-2 Troyes] In form Troyes wanted to surprise Nice at the Allianz Riviera but 'Les Aiglons' took the victory.

[Angers - Strasbourg] Le RCS got their first win of the season.

[Rennes 3-0 Nantes] 'Les Canaris' played decently for just 15 minutes, but then Rennes took over.

[Lille - Lens] A highly anticipated Derby du Nord at the Stade Pierre Mauroy was decided by a penalty from Jonathan David 


Oct 12, 202242:23
Casser Les Lignes Episode 11: -Part 1- [Squad Analysis] How deep are the roots of the issues at Olympique Lyonnais? Is Bosz already gone? Where is the hope?

Casser Les Lignes Episode 11: -Part 1- [Squad Analysis] How deep are the roots of the issues at Olympique Lyonnais? Is Bosz already gone? Where is the hope?

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

In this part, Jeremy talks with an OL fan, Samuel @OZOL1950, to put some context into the situation at Lyon.
How deep are the roots of the issues at Olympique Lyonnais? Is Bosz already gone? Where is the hope?

Oct 06, 202240:52
Casser Les Lignes Episode 11: -Part 2- [Ligue 1 's Matchday Analysis] PSG, OM and Lens still undefeated, Lorient keeps surprising, Monaco rises

Casser Les Lignes Episode 11: -Part 2- [Ligue 1 's Matchday Analysis] PSG, OM and Lens still undefeated, Lorient keeps surprising, Monaco rises

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

[Ligue 1 's Matchday Analysis] 

PSG, OM and Lens still undefeated, Lorient keeps surprising, Monaco rises


Oct 06, 202235:01
Area Di Rigore Episode 06: Monza picked up their 1st ever Serie A win | Napoli claimed a massive win vs AC Milan | Mourinho sent off for swearing & more

Area Di Rigore Episode 06: Monza picked up their 1st ever Serie A win | Napoli claimed a massive win vs AC Milan | Mourinho sent off for swearing & more

Area Di Rigore, your weekly dosage of Serie A brought to you by Breaking the lines and hosted by Dharnish Iqbal & Max Angelo.

On a jam-packed Sunday, the subplots are developing in a captivating Serie A season before the international break:

- The pressure increases on Allegri as Di Maria's sending-off >> Monza pick up their first ever Serie A win
- Is Simone Inzaghi in trouble at Inter?
- Napoli claimed a massive win vs AC Milan
- Mourinho sent off for swearing

Sep 22, 202250:46
Cortalinhas Episode 05: Portuguese national team’s squad discussion w/ LongBallFutebol | Rafa Silva’s abrupt international retirement & more

Cortalinhas Episode 05: Portuguese national team’s squad discussion w/ LongBallFutebol | Rafa Silva’s abrupt international retirement & more

Zach and the boys from LongBallFutebol discuss the Portuguese national team’s squad, Rafa Silva’s abrupt international retirement, and the rest of the action from a busy week of Portuguese football.

Sep 20, 202201:08:30
Casser Les Lignes Episode 10: Lorient 19 points & Regis Le Bris, the best start for a french coach in Ligue 1 in the 21st century | Ligue 1 referees: are they too harsh? & more

Casser Les Lignes Episode 10: Lorient 19 points & Regis Le Bris, the best start for a french coach in Ligue 1 in the 21st century | Ligue 1 referees: are they too harsh? & more

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.
In this episode, Jeremy's joined by Baptiste,
@LeClassiquePOD.

- [Squad Analysis] Lorient 19 points – best start by a french coach in Ligue 1 in the 21st century.

- [Manager Analysis] Regis Le Bris is another example of a successful French coach coming through the ranks, from the academy to the 1st team bench

- [Player Analysis] Ouattara, Le Fee, Moffi are in brilliant form and a decent defense

- [Opinion] Ligue 1 referees: are they too harsh?

- [Manager Analysis] Lyon – Bosz’s tactics don’t change

- [Manager Analysis] Galtier – great results despite turnover controversy

- [Manager Analysis] Tudor – OM payers starting to crack under fatigue

- [Squad Analysis] Rennes – Genesio playing the youth – Desire Doué (2005) one to watch

- [Squad Analysis] Strasbourg has not won yet – Stephan uses patience and tries new things & Habib Diarra (2004) makes room for himself in the starting lineup

Sep 20, 202201:09:34
Area Di Rigore Episode 05: Juventus-Salernitana went all the way off! Controversy, chaos and fights | Inter looked flat despite grinding out a 1-0 win | Leão sent off at Milan who beat Sampdoria

Area Di Rigore Episode 05: Juventus-Salernitana went all the way off! Controversy, chaos and fights | Inter looked flat despite grinding out a 1-0 win | Leão sent off at Milan who beat Sampdoria

The boys are joined by Casey Evans (@Casey_Evans_) as they digest everything to offer in Serie A:

It seemed to be a case of which was the best team to grind out a result:

- Juventus-Salernitana went all the way off! Controversy, chaos, and fights
- Inter looked flat despite grinding out a 1-0 win, and the boys discuss Moncler sweaters
- Rapha Leao sent off at Milan who beat Sampdoria

Sep 14, 202257:41
Casser Les Lignes Episode 09: Tudor confirms his strong debut and changes minds in Marseille | Bosz can't find the piece of Lyon's puzzle | Kimpembe being disrespectful with referee on an 'open mic'

Casser Les Lignes Episode 09: Tudor confirms his strong debut and changes minds in Marseille | Bosz can't find the piece of Lyon's puzzle | Kimpembe being disrespectful with referee on an 'open mic'

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

Matchday 07 -
23 goals, 2 red cards.

- What's the performance of French teams in the UCL and Europa League?
- [Match Analaysis] OM-Lille, Tudor confirms his strong debut and changes minds in Marseille
- [Match Analaysis] Strasbourg-Clermont, Strasbourg still winless, Clermont's recruits perform well so far this season
- [Match Analaysis] Monaco-Lyon, Monaco unconvincing but win thanks to set pieces, Lyon wakes up too late. Is Bosz's era coming to an end soon??
- [Opinion] PSG's Kimpembe being disrespectful with the referee on an 'open mic' 


Sep 13, 202224:26
Area Di Rigore Episode 04: Napoli's mauling of Liverpool in UCL | Udinese-Roma: Roma's momentum checked | Milan-Derby Analysis & more

Area Di Rigore Episode 04: Napoli's mauling of Liverpool in UCL | Udinese-Roma: Roma's momentum checked | Milan-Derby Analysis & more

There is so much to unpack on this week's show!

- Dharnish and Maxi digest Napoli's mauling of Liverpool in the Champions League and the other Italian teams

- Fiorentina-Juventus quick review

- Lazio-Napoli- Played a scorcher as football's darling Kvaratskhelia is discussed again

- Milan-Derby Analysis

-Udinese-Roma: Roma's momentum checked

Sep 08, 202247:32
Casser Les Lignes Episode 08: -Part 1- [Transfer Analysis] Which team had the best Transfer window in Ligue 1?

Casser Les Lignes Episode 08: -Part 1- [Transfer Analysis] Which team had the best Transfer window in Ligue 1?

Bonjour and welcome back to Casser Les Lignes, the French football podcast with the accent with your host, Jeremy Magan.

In the first part, Jeremy talks about Which team had the best Transfer window in Ligue 1?

  • Lens – the art of being prepared
  • OM – success in chaotic times
  • PSG – The job was done overall
  • Stade Rennais – debatable choices
  • A quick look at other teams
Sep 06, 202229:08