Daniel Tiluk and Carl Anka discuss Manchester United not getting the best from the talent they acquire. Nigeria struggling in World Cup qualification. Why African football is seeing more parity. Nottingham Forest sack Nuno. Why are Manchester City are signing players they likely wouldn't have in seasons previous?
Before the podcast: On getting old.
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421 | Isak's New Castle
Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss Liverpool signing Alexander Isak from Newcastle United. Marc Guehi staying at Crystal Palace. Man City losing to Brighton: What era has Pep Guardiola entered? Will Barcelona's high line be exposed as the season progresses? VAR, what is it good for? Why is Lionel Messi best friends with a man (Luis Suarez) who bites, spits, and is racially abusive to fellow professionals and staff?
Before the podcast: On best birthday memories.
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420 | Dino Tactics
Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss Liverpool getting past 10-men Newcastle. What is an assist? What should Liverpool's priority be in what's left of the market? Man City need to decide who they are. Arsenal suffering injuries, Eberechi Eze is arriving just in time to his favourite club. Man United are cooked, when will they be not cooked? Kylian Mbappé looks sharp, why might that be? What does the future hold for Rodrygo?
Before the podcast: On "Highest 2 Lowest," and Notting Hill Carnival.
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419 | Time to Go Left and Not Right
Have Hope, Carl Anka, and Daniel Tiluk discuss Manchester United 0-1 Arsenal. Is Eberechi Eze to Arsenal the right move? Manchester City's impressive start. Alexander Isak's fight to leave Newcastle United. Chelsea were lacklustre. Rashford's Barcelona debut. Lamine Yamal's signature moves. Real Madrid out on Rodrygo, or Rodrygo out on Real Madrid? Why is Neymar always crying?
Before the podcast: On daily routine and veganism.
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418 | 2025/26 Preview
Daniel Tiluk and Have Hope discuss 2025/26 season preview. Who wins the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and the Champions League. Also, some reckless speculation.
Before the podcast: On climate change affecting London temperatures.
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