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On The Continent - A European Football Podcast

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  • Ask OTC: PSG without Ousmane Dembélé, Juventus as Champions League favourites, and Robert Lewandowski's longevity

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    An Ousmane Dembélé-less PSG suffered defeat to Arsenal on Tuesday, so does this prove the Parisians are better off with Dembélé in their side? Marco Rose described Juventus as one of the favourites to win the Champions League, but is that fair or is Rose getting overexcited? Plus, Robert Lewandowski keeps scoring, Pep Lijnders struggles with Salzburg, and should Andrea Pirlo call time on his managerial career?Join Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini for the answers.Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***

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  • Goalsland

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    Two wins from two for Bayer Leverkusen but are they contenders for the Champions League? Today, Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini assess how equipt Xabi Alonso’s side are to fight on two fronts.Elsewhere, there have been a number of heavy defeats in this season’s Champions League, is the new format to blame or could it be another reason? And José Mourinho has written some new hits but can he be a success in Türkiye?Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***
  • OTC Reacts: A controversial Madrid derby finishes level

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    Some off-pitch drama turbocharged what was threatening to be a fairly underwhelming Madrid derby. Join Andy Brassell and David Cartlidge for their reaction to Real and Atlético’s 1-1 draw!Andy and David wonder if both sides set up to not lose ground on Barcelona and who will be happier with the draw. We also look through the various controversies that unfolded, including a 15-minute stoppage after Atléti ultras threw missiles at Thibaut Courtois. Does the club do enough to punish repeated reprehensible behaviour in the stands at the Metropolitano?Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***
  • Ask OTC: Vlahović's future at Juventus, Mourinho does a Mourinho, and which Milan club is in the better position?

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    With Arsenal seemingly interested in Dušan Vlahović, is it time for Juventus to look for a replacement striker? After José Mourinho failed to attend his press conference following Fenerbahçe's defeat to Galatasaray, is time running out for the Special One? Plus, why did Benfica go back to Bruno Lage, and why has Raphaël Varane retired at just 31 years of age?Dotun, Andy and Lars are here with the answers.Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***
  • Barça back on track?

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    Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen touch base in the middle of a chaotic opening round of Europa League fixtures - just as well Lars is on to talk about arguably the biggest win in Bodø/Glimt’s history.We also tip our hats to Hansi Flick, who deserves immense credit after Barcelona’s impressive start. Plus, we ask if Roma’s ownership can win the fans back onside, as the dramatic fallout from sacking Daniele De Rossi continues.Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***
  • Ask OTC: Roma sack Daniele De Rossi, Bayern thrash Zagreb, and players on strike

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    Daniele De Rossi has been sacked by Roma, but is replacing him with Ivan Jurić the right move? Bayern Munich thrash Dinamo Zagreb, but is it a surprise given the current struggles in the Croatian league? Plus, how did Stuttgart pull off a deal with Brighton for Deniz Undav?Dotun, Andy and David Cartlidge have all the answers.Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***
  • A home for broken toys

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    Are Juventus one of the most interesting teams in Europe? Today, David Cartlidge tells Dotun and Andy why Thiago Motta’s side are currently one of his favourite teams to watch.Elsewhere, Dortmund got their Champions League campaign started with a win. Andy explores whether Jürgen Klopp’s spirit is living on through Nuri Şahin. And what is going on with Adrien Rabiot? We unpick how he’s ended up at Marseille - or as David calls them - the home for broken toys.Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***