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#154 What is the Africa Cup of Nations, who are its most successful competitors, and why does it take place mid-season?
With the 2024 (but actually 2023) iteration of the Africa Cup of Nations about to kick off, Graham and Taylor spend some time on the history of the t…
2 years, 8 months ago
#153 What is the Club World Cup, and how will it change in the near future?
On this episode, we get into the past, present and future of Gianni Infantino's current favorite child: The Club World Cup! What is it, how has it ev…
2 years, 9 months ago
#152 What is a points deduction, who hands them out, and how common are they historically?
With the recent news that Everton would be docked 10 points for violating Financial Fair Play rules, Graham and Taylor spend some time discussing poi…
2 years, 9 months ago
#151 Why do throw-ins exist and how have their rules changed over time?
On this episode, Graham and Taylor toss themselves into the world of the throw-in. It's more interesting than it sounds, I promise! What is a throw-i…
2 years, 10 months ago
#150 The growth of the record transfer fee in soccer
Graham and Taylor discuss a moneymaker... the expansion of the record transfer fee over the years. Why did the transfer record grow so quickly? Which…
2 years, 10 months ago
#149 Scarves! Why did they become so widespread in soccer, what are the different styles, and more!
Graham and Taylor discuss your grandmother's favorite topic... scarves! How did they first become common in football, how have their usage and sales …
2 years, 10 months ago
#148 What is the ‘league pyramid’ in English soccer and how does it work?
Graham and Taylor get into a topic that just sorta... keeps on going: the English league pyramid! How many different levels are involved and how many…
2 years, 10 months ago
#147 How does prize money work in soccer?
PRIZE TIME! We're answering all your questions about prize money in soccer, including how do teams get it, how does it differ between club and intern…
2 years, 11 months ago
#146 Why are gambling and football so intertwined, and how big a problem is that for sport in general?
This week, Graham and Taylor tackle a concept that is ubiquitous in soccer (and sport in general) but simultaneously seen as a problem and potential …
2 years, 11 months ago
#145 What is Team GB, why is it controversial and will it be involved with the next Olympics?
On this episode, Graham and Taylor dive deep into the branding statement/actual sports team known as Team GB. What is it, which countries are involve…
2 years, 11 months ago