Ballon d'Runks

Ballon d'Runks
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Soccer & Beers, an American pastime since 2007. 2 friends talk the world's top soccer with a beer in hand (therefore, rarely is the MLS mentioned). Spotty analysis, questionable takes, bias commentary, mixed with, drinking games, trivia, betting and passion.

  1. 8h ago

    English Premier League Matchday 1 OVER-REACTIONS!!! | Latest Transfer News | EPL Matchday 2 Picks & Bets!

    The English Premier League has returned in all its glory!!! This week we break down all the OVERREACTIONS from the matchday 1 action and give our votes how crazy or likely they are to come true! (2:25) Then, we check in on the continuing transfer window movement with the latest deals and rumors up for discussion (43:58). Finally, we end with a look ahead to the EPL Matchday 2 slate, as we share our PICKS and favorite BETS for the weekend! (1:05:02)  Thanks for joining us! See you next week! You can also follow us on YouTube @ballondrunks Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. Aug 19

    English Premier League Pre-Season MEGA EP!!! | EPL Pre-season Awards | EPL Futures | Fantasy, Pickems, News & More!

    With the new season only 2 days away...the time has come for the Ballon d'Runks English Premier League Pre-Season MEGA EP!!! We jump straight into our array of Pre-Season Award predictions, from the classic to the whacky, always a fun convo!(1:02) Next, we take a look at the (limited) futures bets we have available to us as we share our favorite picks for the upcoming season. (39:17) Then, we jump over to the latest transfer news since last week, (48:35) plus some impromptu trivia (1:04:46), and quick look at new rules in the EPL this season (1:07:48). Up next is a fantasy brief as we share our team selections and thoughts on player pricing. (1:11:42) Finally, we jump into our EPL Match Week 1 Preview, debating our picks for each game and singling out our favorite betting opportunities in week 1. (1:22:38) Cheers! Please like and subscribe and we will see you next time! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. Aug 14

    EPL 26-27 Kit Rankings! + The Latest Summer Transfer News!

    It's that time of year again...The Ballon d'Runks are back with their annual EPL KIT RANKINGS for the 26-27 season! We break down all the jersey releases for the upcoming year and share both are glowing and brutally honest feedback across the board. First up, the TOP 10 Kits of the season (5:10), followed by the infamous WORST 10 Kits of the season (25:20). Then we share are individual top and bottom 5 kits from across the league (45:00). Next, we discuss the overall team rankings from bottom to top (58:06) and finish with some more fun stat breakdowns (1:02:20). We wrap up with a quick check in on all the latest transfer window news from around the soccer world. (1:11:41)  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. Aug 5

    EPL Top 5 By Position 26-27! | World Cup Starting XI With A Twist! | The Latest FIFA Debacle + The Latest Transfer Window News!

    The EPL is only 17 DAYS away from kickoff!!! This week we continue our preseason warmup starting with all the recent news, including the latest Infantino/FIFA masterclass of sucking (0:38), the latest coaching news in the EPL (4:37), and all the rumors still floating around on would be transfers (9:12). Then we hit the main event, our annual TOP 5 BY POSITION RANKINGS for the upcoming EPL season 26-27 (11:20)! Finally, we finish with a look back to the World Cup as we share another STARTING XI segment, this time with a twist, only including teams eliminated BEFORE the quarterfinals! (54:04) Thanks for listening! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. Jul 28

    EPL Summer Transfer Grades!! (So far...) | World Cup Most Disappointing Starting XI!!

    The World Cup may be done, but the Summer Transfer Window is heating up!! This week we break down the latest news from the world of transfers! First up, we grade every premier league team's window so far...who made the right moves and who better get their act together! (2:05) Then, we hit all the other big name and money transfers around Europe (47:00). After some transfer related trivia (57:01), we wrap with a return to the World Cup as we share our Most Disappointing Starting XI of the tourney! (1:09:12) Thanks for tuning in, we will be back with more off season fun next week!! Thanks for listening! You can also check us out on Youtube @ballondrunks Cheers! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. Jul 21

    SPAIN ARE WORLD CHAMPS!! | FULL WORLD CUP DEBRIEF | Tourney Awards, Best & Worst Things, Starting XI and More!

    The World Cup is a WRAP!! Spain dominate Argentina to seal a masterful Championship! We share all our thoughts and takeaways from the final as we cap off an amazing month plus of soccer! (0:45) Next, we finalize our Starting XI of the tournament (21:35), before sharing our World Cup Tournament Awards! Who makes the cut this time around?? (35:08) Then Austin shares his FAREWELL Team of the Tournament as we say goodbye to some legends of the game. (1:06:06) Finally, we wrap with our lasting memories from the tourney, what were the best (1:09:10) and worst (1:20:18) things that we take away moving forward. The World Cup may be done, but we are NOT! The league season is only 1 month away! We will be back next week to break down more WC fallout and start looking ahead to the exciting club season! Thanks for hanging with us! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. Jul 17

    WORLD CUP FINAL PREVIEW!! | England & France Go Down!

    Welcome back to the World Cup Mayhem! This week we review the crazy Semi Final matchups, starting with the England collapse vs. Argentina (0:30) and wrapping with the Spanish masterclass vs. France, with a healthy dose of controversy thrown in (16:54). Lastly, we preview the Final with Spain taking on Argentina on Sunday (29:53)! Thanks for listening! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. Jul 9

    World Cup Quarterfinals Preview! | Last 8 Power Rankings! | Last 8 Starting XI!

    Hey Y'all! Welcome back in for another World Cup Update! First up, a BANGER Argentina game yet again as they manage to survive Egypt with a major VAR call in the spotlight (0:45). After discussing the Colombia/Switzerland stalemate PK shootout (8:13), we jump into our latest Power Rankings for the remaining 8 teams! (13:30) Then we do an updated Starting XI of the tournament, taking into account only the remaining squads (21:20). Finally, we finish with a look at the Quarterfinal Previews and our favorite bets from the bunch (31:30), plus some trivia! (47:02) Thanks for listening, we will see you before the Semis! Thanks for listening! You can also check us out on Youtube @ballondrunks Cheers! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Soccer & Beers, an American pastime since 2007. 2 friends talk the world's top soccer with a beer in hand (therefore, rarely is the MLS mentioned). Spotty analysis, questionable takes, bias commentary, mixed with, drinking games, trivia, betting and passion.

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  • Creator
    Ballon d'Runks
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    103
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Ballon d'Runks

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