Podcast Episodes

Clash of the falling champions

The Champions of Italy met the Champions of Spain in the Champions League last night, so why did it feel so underwhelming? Today, Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini answer that and also outline why a last…

Published on 1 year, 10 months ago

Ask OTC: Is time up for Tuchel, the rise of Florian Wirtz, and blue cards

Was this week’s first leg defeat against Lazio the beginning of the end for Thomas Tuchel? How has Xabi Alonso got the best out of Florian Wirtz? How have blue cards been received on the continent – …

Published on 1 year, 10 months ago

Now or never for PSG?

Luis Enrique was “dancing in the streets” after PSG won 2-0 following a first half which left Andy comparing their midfield to Wimbledon's in the late 80s. Today, Dotun, Andy and David Cartlidge disc…

Published on 1 year, 10 months ago

OTC Reacts: Leverkusen do a job on Bayern

Do Leverkusen dare to dream?! Bayer Leverkusen schooled Bayern Munich on Saturday to take control of the title race. Today, Andy Brassell and Bundesliga pitch side reporter Archie Rhind-Tutt, who was…

Published on 1 year, 10 months ago

Ask OTC: De Rossi’s revolution, Fatih Terim’s Greek odyssey, and the health of Europe’s second tiers

Is Daniele De Rossi the right man for Roma long-term? After a shock reality check for Schalke, what is the financial health and sustainability of countries’ second division across Europe? Have we got…

Published on 1 year, 10 months ago

Internazionale validation

Inter secured their position at the top of Serie A with a win over Juventus at the weekend. Today, Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini explain why they are good enough to make an impact in Europe again thi…

Published on 1 year, 10 months ago

Ask OTC: Deadline Day special

Get your yellow ties on and plug in the fax machines: Dotun, Andy and David are here with a Deadline Day special of Ask OTC!

We’ve got all you need to know about the biggest transfer stories across Eu…

Published on 1 year, 11 months ago

Xavi’s month of doom

Xavi has said he decided to leave Barcelona at the start of the season. But it was January that sealed his fate. Today, Dotun and Andy are joined by David Cartlidge who explains how Xavi has not only…

Published on 1 year, 11 months ago

Ask OTC: Divisions in UEFA, the selling club crisis, and European footy scran

Are Aleksander Čeferin’s days numbered as UEFA president after Zvonimir Boban’s resignation? Why have selling clubs across Europe stopped buying so smartly? How is an Osasuna fan experiencing this se…

Published on 1 year, 11 months ago

Who controls the calendar wins

Karim Benzema is reportedly unhappy in Saudi. Today, Miguel Delaney joins Dotun and Andy to explain how the possible exodus from Saudi will affect European football.

Speaking of Saudi’s influence in E…

Published on 1 year, 11 months ago