Eurotales Football Podcast

Liam Scahill
Eurotales Football Podcast

Football podcast, covering clubs around Europe. Exclusive interviews and soundbites from European Football experts & fans, help us shine a spotlight on every club in Europe and the UK one at a time. From transfer speculation to tactical analysis we've got you covered. 

  1. 23 THG 10

    Navigating Change: OGC Nice's Transformation Under Franck Haise

    Welcome to Eurotales, where we offer a refreshing change from the same old stories about European football's top clubs. This week, we're heading to France to catch up with our friend, respected journalist Roy Calley, now based in the beautiful French Riviera. After years with the BBC, Roy was drawn to OGC Nice, where he's now a season ticket holder and deeply involved in the vibrant French football scene. OGC Nice is a club often affected by changes in the wind, and its landscape has shifted significantly since Franck Haise took over as manager last summer. Haise's appointment is a major coup for the club, owned by Manchester United's Jim Ratcliffe. As the former Lens manager, Haise masterminded the RC Lens fairy tale, using his shrewd management skills to help the team achieve more than expected. With Haise at the helm, OGC Nice is set to adopt a new philosophy, revamping tactics and team dynamics. The club's ability to adapt to high-profile player departures will test its resilience and ambition. As OGC Nice navigates this period of change, questions arise about its future direction, identity, and competitive edge in Ligue 1, especially with Monaco, Marseille, and Lille reemerging as strong contenders. Roy Calley's insight sheds light on this transformative time, combining local expertise with journalistic acumen. Follow Roy on Twitter/X - @Roycalley Follow Eurotales On Twitter/X - @Eurotalespod If you love French Football subscribe to our French football newsletter for free- The Ligue1 Essential | Liam Scahill | Substack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    34 phút
  2. 9 THG 9

    Lyon's Transfer Frenzy: Are They Building a Winning Team? With John Porter

    Today, we talk to French Football Expert John Porter Editor of the renowned French Football publication The Crazy Dribbler about one of the most talked-about teams in Ligue 1, Lyon. After ending last season with a bang, many believed that they would be a top contender this season. The summer transfer window was chaotic with comings and goings more frequent than spring showers with John Textor at the wheel there is never a quiet moment (Everton beware). Cherki & Caqueret were pushed towards the door kicking and screaming while superstars like Zaha & Mikautadze were procured. Last Season’s Performance But, as we all know, things don't always go as planned. Let’s take a look at their last season’s performance: From mid-December onwards, Lyon played 20 Ligue 1 games. They won an impressive 15 of them. They drew 1 and lost 4. It was a remarkable surge up the table, with an average of 1.9 goals per game. However, their start to the season was so rough that their run to the top wasted a lot of energy just to get out of relegation trouble. It wasn't until their 11th Ligue 1 match in mid-November that they registered their first league win. Fast forward to this season, and it seems like history is repeating itself. Slow Start This Season Lyon started slow, with a 3-0 defeat against Rennes in the opening match and a 2-0 loss against Monaco. Before the international break under severe pressure, Lyon reminded everyone of their potential in 11 minutes of chaos football losing 3-1 to Chelsea owned Strasbourg Lyon inspired by two unlikely heroes Gift Orban and Malick Fofana fought back to win 4-3 in a thrilling encounter. We John just how far can they go this season? Follow us on Twitter - @Eurotalespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    30 phút
  3. 3 THG 9

    The Nightmare of a Leipzig Bundesliga Triumph: Will it Come True? With Rune Gjerulff Petersen

    Exciting Times for RB Leipzig Last week brought a wave of excitement for Bundesliga team RB Leipzig. They learned about their opponents in the new Champions League format. On the pitch, Bundesliga Matchday two featured Marco Rose's Leipzig facing Xabi Alonso and his unbeaten Bayern Leverkusen. Leverkusen had a remarkable 35-game unbeaten streak. Leipzig, with their own 12-game unbeaten run, was ready for a thrilling match. Powered by the clinical Belgian striker Openda, who scored two goals in the second half, Leipzig handed Leverkusen their first Bundesliga defeat since the end of the 2022/23 season. This win was particularly impressive because Leipzig came back after being down 2-0 at halftime. Being part of the Red Bull sporting group gives them a unique advantage in finding and nurturing young talent. Expert Insights This week, we welcome back Bundesliga expert Rune Gjerulff Petersen (Twitter @runegjerulff). He will discuss whether RB Leipzig can be serious title challengers this season. Rune is the owner of the fantastic Bundesliga site Bulinews.com and a Bundesliga Fantasy football expert. The Rise of RB Leipzig Before 2009, RB Leipzig did not exist. Red Bull came to town and built the club from the ground up. They transformed the small club, SSV Markranstadt, which was in the 5th division of German football. Red Bull, which owns clubs in Salzburg and New York, changed Markranstadt’s name, logo, and colors. They bought a ten-year lease on a 43,000-seat stadium, established a training ground, and aimed for the top of German football. In just 8 seasons, RB Leipzig reached the Bundesliga. By their tenth season, they featured in the Champions League. Controversial Tactics Their approach to youth recruitment and high-energy football is hard to resist. However, many German football fans feel uneasy about how they discarded club traditions to start this journey. In Germany, football holds a special place in the community. Many clubs are fan-owned and not just businesses for profit. Exceptions exist, like Wolfsburg and Leverkusen, but RB Leipzig’s approach has raised eyebrows. They found ways to navigate football regulations, including the 50-plus-one rule, which aims to keep clubs connected to their supporters. Leipzig has circumvented many of Germany’s football rules. They found loopholes and controlled who could own shares in the club, thus satisfying the supporter shareholding requirement. Follow Eurotales on twitter - @Eurotalespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    22 phút

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Football podcast, covering clubs around Europe. Exclusive interviews and soundbites from European Football experts & fans, help us shine a spotlight on every club in Europe and the UK one at a time. From transfer speculation to tactical analysis we've got you covered. 

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