Centre Circle Podcast

As the World Cup reaches the knock out phase, we look back at the group stages, discuss player of the tornament so far, surprise teams and much, much more...

The pressure was on Ronaldo, and he delivered against Uzbekistan, but with Messi scoring 5 goals in two games, has CR7 fallen further behind in the debate v Messi? This has turned in to Strikers tournament with Messi, Haaland, and Mbappe all hitting a minimum of 4 goals, will the most goals in a tournament record be broken? Do Some players give more on the pitch when they have their national team shirt on? On the Domestic scene, we take a look at the transfer rumours that a swirling around the Premier League.

The World Cup has kicked off and drama has already started. We discuss the lack of Brazilian identity during their draw with Morocco, Cape Verde upset the bookies with draw against Spain, and Germany set their stall with a convincing win. Off the pitch, we look at he controversial hydration breaks which are being used to run commercials, and the obvious empty seats during some games. Back in domestic football, Spurs have hit the transfer market early, while Liverpool appoint Iraola as Manager. Over in Spain, Real Madrid appoint Jose and back him immediately.

In this World Cup Preview Episode we discuss who are the favourites for this years tournament, and if FIFA were right to introduce seedings for just 4 teams. Japan and Mexico are touted as Dark horses. We touch on if the expansion of the World Cup, will create match fatigue and also will there be a possibility of the smaller nations suffering heavy defeats. We round off be talking about the visa issues that Players, Officials, and fans are facing trying to get into America.

This week we cover Arsenal becoming Premier League champions, and he if they have hit their peak yet! The team discuss there teams of the season, and have heated debate about Manager of the season. There is discussion on Thomas Tuchel's England sqaud announcement and feathers it has ruffled, and we finish off looking Champion League Final, and the Premier Leagues Dominance in Europe this year

This week the team discuss yet another statement from Mo Salah regarding the turmoils at Liverpool, which leads us into the biggest Player v Manager spats that have occurred. Following the Wolves Technical Director lamenting 'bigger clubs' stealing their youth players, we ask if a chage shoukd be made to youth players moving clubs. There is live reaction to the news that Pep is leaving Man City. Is Mbappe the problem at Real Madrid and will Mourinho fix their troubles? Finally Alonso to Chelsea, will it work?

This week the team discuss Arsenal stepping closer to winning the Premier League after their controversial win over West Ham. With Iraola being courted by Crystal Palace, would him going there be a good more or should be aiming higher? Should Jose Mourinho go back to manage Real Madrid? With three English teams in the European Cup finals, how would English teams fare in Europes top leagues?

This week the lads discuss Man United's victory over Liverpool, and if Carrick has done enough to earn the Managers role on a permanent basis. Isaac and Keith debate the validity of Bruno Fernandes equaling the Prem Assist Record. Following Mo Salah's mid week interview, were the quiet parts about the club leadership said loudly, and how would Europes elite react to visiting Bournemouth, Brentford or Brighton in the Champions League next season.

This week we discuss the Premier League relegation battle, and if Spurs have any players who can drag them to safety. We talk Chelsea and their decision to part company with Liam Rosenior. The FA Cup Semi Final's see Southampton momentarily scare Man City, and Arsenal's players succumbing to the noise from outside the club?