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Chobo Football Podcast

Chobo Football Podcast

By JohnMark Ochieng

Reviews of football matches played in Europe's top 5 leagues alongside the occasional feature episodes on different football related topics, including the controversial European Super League, the future of the Harambee Stars and more, hosted by JohnMark Ochieng
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#4 Weekend Recap: Why United Need Relegation to Improve

Chobo Football PodcastOct 07, 2020

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IS ARTETA'S PROCESS MAKING PROGRESS? IS THE CAPTAIN'S ARMBAND CURSED AT ARSENAL FOLLOWING AUBAMEYANG'S DEMOTION AND WHY ARE WEST HAM SO GOOD UNDER DAVID MOYES?

IS ARTETA'S PROCESS MAKING PROGRESS? IS THE CAPTAIN'S ARMBAND CURSED AT ARSENAL FOLLOWING AUBAMEYANG'S DEMOTION AND WHY ARE WEST HAM SO GOOD UNDER DAVID MOYES?

Is Mikel Arteta's process making progress? Was Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang rightly stripped of the captaincy and why are West Ham so impressive under a rejuvenated David Moyes? This and more discussed in detail on the latest episode of Chobo football podcast. Feel free to like ,subscribe and share on the various platforms where this episode is accessible!!

Dec 20, 202101:10:20
TEN HAG? POCHETINNO? ZIDANE? WHO SHOULD MAN UNITED'S NEXT MANAGER BE? AND WAS ARTETA NAIVE FOR INSISTING TO SET UP ARSENAL TO CONSTANTLY PLAY OUT FROM THE BACK AGAINST LIVERPOOL?

TEN HAG? POCHETINNO? ZIDANE? WHO SHOULD MAN UNITED'S NEXT MANAGER BE? AND WAS ARTETA NAIVE FOR INSISTING TO SET UP ARSENAL TO CONSTANTLY PLAY OUT FROM THE BACK AGAINST LIVERPOOL?

After Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was sacked following United's dismal run of form recently, a lot of talk has been about who should take charge of the club next. In this episode, it is discussed what the club should do both on and off the pitch in order to get them back into the upper-echelons of English and European football. We also discuss why West Ham have become so good under David Moyes, and if Mikel Arteta was naïve for setting his team up to consistently play out from the back at Anfield over the weekend.


https://youtu.be/zCaSCmjt3Bk

https://thetouchlinemaniacs.wordpress.com/author/touchlinemaniacs/and https://thesportmaniac247.wordpress.com/

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Nov 25, 202140:38
NICK MWENDWA NICKED IN THE MUD, WILL XAVI SAVE BARCELONA & IS GERRARD A GOOD APPOINTMENT FOR ASTON VILLA?

NICK MWENDWA NICKED IN THE MUD, WILL XAVI SAVE BARCELONA & IS GERRARD A GOOD APPOINTMENT FOR ASTON VILLA?

Is Xavi Hernandez the right man to see Barcelona through this period of transition and take them back to the ethos of greatness like under the Pep Guardiola days? Is Aston Villa a good move for Steven Gerrard to build a project or is he using it as a mere stepping stone to eventually get the Liverpool job? Will Newcastle find some identity under Eddie Howe? Was Amina Mohammed right to disband the current FKF committee over allegations of draft and is there a way back for the beleaguered Nick Mwendwa? This and more on this week's episode of Chobo Football Podcast.

Nov 15, 202141:10
ARE MIKEL ARTETA AND OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER THE RIGHT MEN TO TAKE THEIR RESPECTIVE CLUBS FOWARD? IS MOHAMMED SALAH THE BEST PLAYER IN THE WORLD RIGHT NOW?

ARE MIKEL ARTETA AND OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER THE RIGHT MEN TO TAKE THEIR RESPECTIVE CLUBS FOWARD? IS MOHAMMED SALAH THE BEST PLAYER IN THE WORLD RIGHT NOW?

Arsenal managed to snatch a draw on Monday night, albeit questionably, against Patrick Vieira's Crystal Palace as Man United suffered a 4-2 defeat at the hands of Leicester City. These results sparked a lot of debate amongst the respective clubs' fanbase ,raising questions as to whether they are the right men for the jobs. In this episode, we discuss in detail the on pitch tactical problems Arteta and Ole are facing whilst managing their clubs , analyze why Mohammed Salah is arguably the best player in world football right now and whether Liverpool are genuine title contenders.

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Oct 21, 202101:03:11
Battle at Anfield, Clueless Ole and Suarez's Revenge

Battle at Anfield, Clueless Ole and Suarez's Revenge

Mark and JohnMark discuss Rafa's Everton, Cavani or Ronaldo, Zlatan's impact on AC Milan and Potter's Seagulls.

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

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Oct 04, 202101:02:11
What's Wrong at Barca, Eliott Injury and Ronaldo Impact

What's Wrong at Barca, Eliott Injury and Ronaldo Impact

Mark, Mark John and JohnMark discuss what's wrong at Leeds and Barcelona, how much of an impact Ronaldo will have and whether Szczeney is good enough.

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

thetouchlinemaniacs.wordpress.com

https://instagram.com/touchlinemaniacs?utm_medium=copy_link

Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj

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Sep 16, 202101:07:22
Wasteful Wolves, Concrete Chelsea and How Much Longer for Arteta

Wasteful Wolves, Concrete Chelsea and How Much Longer for Arteta

Mark and JohnMark cover what happened over the course of the weekend including another Arsenal collapse against City, United's fortunate win away to Wolves and Chelsea's solid defensive display at Anfield.

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

thetouchlinemaniacs.wordpress.com

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Aug 31, 202101:01:31
Lukaku Is Back, Rafa's Blues and Moyesiah's New Everton

Lukaku Is Back, Rafa's Blues and Moyesiah's New Everton

Mark and JohnMark cover what happened over the course of the weekend including Lukaku absolutely running Mari ragged, and entertaining game at Elland Road and Moyes proving he is still at the top level.

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

Mark's article: https://thesportmaniac247.wordpress.com/2021/08/24/arteta-is-playing-russian-roulette-with-arsenals-chances-of-returning-to-europe-his-project-is-running-out-of-value/

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

thetouchlinemaniacs.wordpress.com

https://instagram.com/touchlinemaniacs?utm_medium=copy_link

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E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Aug 24, 202153:03
Brilliant Bruno, Average Arsenal and The Yellow Wall

Brilliant Bruno, Average Arsenal and The Yellow Wall

Mark and JohnMark cover what happened over the course of the weekend including United's convincing win at home over Leeds, Brentford being the new Stoke, Braithwaite being a potential Ballon D'or contender and Haaland's masterclass against Frankfurt.

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

thetouchlinemaniacs.wordpress.com

https://instagram.com/touchlinemaniacs?utm_medium=copy_link

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E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Aug 17, 202101:06:60
EURO 2020; ENGLAND VS ITALY FINAL REVIEW & CHOBO PODCAST AWARDS

EURO 2020; ENGLAND VS ITALY FINAL REVIEW & CHOBO PODCAST AWARDS

After the curtains were finally lowered with Italy winning the trophy against England on penalties, we analyze the game and then go on to give our opinions on who we think should have won respective awards, as well as made it onto the team of the tournament(And if some players deserved to make it, after UEFA gave its verdict)Do not forget to check out the links below as well, where small segments of this podcast appear regularly;

https://youtu.be/zCaSCmjt3Bk

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Facebook Page at //web.facebook.com/Touchymaniacs and https://web.facebook.com/The-Sport-Maniac-281078516073981

Jul 14, 202152:50
EURO 2020 & COPA AMERICA 2021 FINALS PREVIEW

EURO 2020 & COPA AMERICA 2021 FINALS PREVIEW

As the world heavily anticipates the finals of two of the biggest international tournaments in world football, we give our thoughts on which teams we think have what it takes to put a smiles on the faces of their countries citizens.Will football come home or go Rome? Will Brazil win it for the second time in a row or will Messi finally break his international trophy duck? Find out on this episode.Do not forget to check out the links below as well, where small segments of this podcast appear regularly;

https://youtu.be/zCaSCmjt3Bk

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Facebook Page at //web.facebook.com/Touchymaniacs and https://web.facebook.com/The-Sport-Maniac-281078516073981

 

Jul 09, 202159:31
EURO 2020; QUATER-FINALS REVIEW & SEMI-FINALS PREVIEW

EURO 2020; QUATER-FINALS REVIEW & SEMI-FINALS PREVIEW

We take a look at all results from the quarter-finals and analyze them accordingly, before previewing the semi-finals. Will Harry Kane continue to keep his floodgates for goals open after scoring against Germany and Ukraine? Will Denmark continue to do it for their talisman? Will Spain become profligate again? Will Italy keep their impressive unbeaten momentum going? Find out on this episode. Do not forget to check out the links below as well, where small segments of this podcast appear regularly;

https://youtu.be/zCaSCmjt3Bk

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Facebook Page at //web.facebook.com/Touchymaniacs and https://web.facebook.com/The-Sport-Maniac-281078516073981


Jul 06, 202149:26
EURO 2020 QUATER-FINALS PREVIEW

EURO 2020 QUATER-FINALS PREVIEW

Following a rollercoaster of a round of 16 this Euros, we preview the highs and lows from that stage and give our predicted outcome for the quarter-final fixtures.
Jul 02, 202155:49
EURO 2020; THE EXCLUSIVE GROUP STAGE ANALYSIS

EURO 2020; THE EXCLUSIVE GROUP STAGE ANALYSIS

Euro 2020 has seen us witness glorious moments so far. From Italy's utter domination, Ramsey and Bale proving to everyone that class is permanent, Lukaku showing everyone why he is one of the world's best strikers to  Hungary proving to people they wouldn't be pushovers in the supposed group of death and many more. In this episode, we analyze every bit of the group stage and give our predictions for the round of sixteen fixtures. 

Jun 25, 202102:02:51
Hall of Fame and Can Arsenal Have a Good Ebening Against Emery

Hall of Fame and Can Arsenal Have a Good Ebening Against Emery

Virginia, Mark and JohnMark give our Hall of Fame nominees and discuss whether Arsenal can turn the tie around.

Virginia blog: https://kenyangoonergirl.blogspot.com/

Steven Katzz (intro) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC05-FKMrmUMYRrnZfjMjVpg

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

thetouchlinemaniacs.wordpress.com

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

May 05, 202101:08:39
City Carabao Kings, Appalling Arsenal and UCL Semis Preview

City Carabao Kings, Appalling Arsenal and UCL Semis Preview

Erastus, Phil, Mark and JohnMark give an old-fashioned PL weekend review alongside our UCL semis predictions.

Steven Katzz (intro) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC05-FKMrmUMYRrnZfjMjVpg

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

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Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Apr 28, 202101:09:23
The Good and Bad of the European Super League

The Good and Bad of the European Super League

Erastus, Kevin, Phil, Mark and JohnMark give our opinions of the ESL from the perspective of a Kenyan football fan.

Steven Katzz (intro) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC05-FKMrmUMYRrnZfjMjVpg

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

thetouchlinemaniacs.wordpress.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Apr 21, 202101:22:33
Pulsating Pogba, Barca's Classico Collapse and Frankfurt's Frantics

Pulsating Pogba, Barca's Classico Collapse and Frankfurt's Frantics

Erastus, Alex, Phil, Mark and JohnMark cover what happened over the course of the weekend including Man United's comeback against Spurs, West Ham battling for top 4, Real's win against Barca, Frankfurt continuing to entertain and so much more.

Steven Katzz (intro) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC05-FKMrmUMYRrnZfjMjVpg

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

thetouchlinemaniacs.wordpress.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Apr 14, 202101:14:45
UCL Quarter finals Predictions
Apr 07, 202101:20:23
Bargain Transfers: Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea and Everton

Bargain Transfers: Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea and Everton

Connel Cheptumo, Mark Kinyanjui, Phil Nyaga and JohnMark Ochieng pick apart what's wrong at our club and find bargain signings that will be suitable.

Steven Katzz (intro) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC05-FKMrmUMYRrnZfjMjVpg

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

thetouchlinemaniacs.wordpress.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Dec 16, 202001:15:08
#11 European Weekend Recap: Can This Arsenal Squad Challenge for Europe?

#11 European Weekend Recap: Can This Arsenal Squad Challenge for Europe?

Erastus, Alex, Phil, Mark and JohnMark cover what happened over the course of the weekend including the drab North London Derby, Chelsea outclassing Leeds, RB Leipzig getting a point at the Allianz Arena and Lille continuing their potential title charge after beating Monaco 2-1.  

Steven Katzz (intro) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC05-FKMrmUMYRrnZfjMjVpg  

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm  

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw  

thetouchlinemaniacs.wordpress.com  

Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj 

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Dec 09, 202001:15:40
#10 European Weekend Recap: Mourinho Masterclass and Inconsistent Inter
Dec 02, 202001:18:29
Is Mulee the Man to Lead the Kenyan National Side?
Nov 28, 202001:07:07
#1 European Weekend Recap: Will Atletico Madrid Win the Title

#1 European Weekend Recap: Will Atletico Madrid Win the Title

Erastus, Alex, Mark and JohnMark cover what happened all across Europe.

Steven Katzz (intro) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC05-FKMrmUMYRrnZfjMjVpg

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

thetouchlinemaniacs.wordpress.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Nov 25, 202050:33
#9 Weekend Recap: Have CIty Made a Mistake Giving Pep a Contract?

#9 Weekend Recap: Have CIty Made a Mistake Giving Pep a Contract?

Erastus, Alex, Mark and JohnMark cover what happened in the PL.

Steven Katzz (intro) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC05-FKMrmUMYRrnZfjMjVpg

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

thetouchlinemaniacs.wordpress.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Nov 25, 202048:58
Wonderkids Outside Europe's Top 5 Leagues

Wonderkids Outside Europe's Top 5 Leagues

Erastus, Alex, Mark and JohnMark cover wonderkids from the MLS to the J-League to the Eredivisie.


Steven Katzz Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC05-FKMrmUMYRrnZfjMjVpg

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Nov 18, 202001:04:16
#8 Weekend Recap: Ole Should Give Bruno his Entire Salary

#8 Weekend Recap: Ole Should Give Bruno his Entire Salary

Mark Kinyanjui, Phil Nyaga and JohnMark Ochieng cover everything that happened in the weekend from Bruno saving Ole's job to the impossible to understand handball rule to the incredibly awful penalty by Lookman.

Steven Katzz Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC05-FKMrmUMYRrnZfjMjVpg 

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm 

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj 

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Nov 11, 202001:20:29
#7 Weekend Recap: Why the Number 10 Role is Dead
Nov 04, 202001:21:25
The European Super League is a Disgrace

The European Super League is a Disgrace

Mark Kinyanjui, Alexander Ngomeli and JohnMark Ochieng review the proposed Project Big PIcture and its link to the famed European Super League.

Steven Katzz Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC05-FKMrmUMYRrnZfjMjVpg

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Oct 23, 202029:24
#5 Weekend Recap: Why The Offside Rule Needs To Change

#5 Weekend Recap: Why The Offside Rule Needs To Change

Mark Kinyanjui and JohnMark Ochieng cover everything that happened in the weekend from VAR to last minute equalizers from Vestergaard and Lanzini.

Steven Katzz Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC05-FKMrmUMYRrnZfjMjVpg 

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm 

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj 

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Oct 21, 202057:26
Summer 2020 Transfer Review
Oct 14, 202001:38:58
#4 Weekend Recap: Why United Need Relegation to Improve

#4 Weekend Recap: Why United Need Relegation to Improve

Perhaps the most shocking weekend in Premier League football we've ever seen. From United shipping six against Spurs to Liverpool being run ragged by Villa. Karen Gacheri, Mark KInyanjui and JohnMark Ochieng break down what happened during the weekend.

FPL League Code: 8xvfwm 

The Touchline Maniacs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YepJNMuO2YBWUQXpjXnw

Karen's blog: https://footytimes.com/what-if-it-was-all-staged/ 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/chobofootball?igshid=1u70f9og06lhj 

E-mail: chobofootball@gmail.com

Oct 07, 202001:45:57
#3 Weekend Recap. Why VAR may have caused more harm than good!
Sep 30, 202001:30:50
#2 Weekend Recap

#2 Weekend Recap

We are joined by Mark Kinyanjui,  an upcoming journalist with a youtube channel called The Touchline Maniacs, to discuss what happened in the Premier League over the previous weekend.

Sep 23, 202001:23:46
#1 Weekend Recap

#1 Weekend Recap

I, your host JohnMark Ochieng', am joined by Karen Gacheri. A blogger on Footy Times and a passionate football fan as we provide our insight and perspective to Premier League matches that happened over the weekend.

Sep 16, 202001:19:30