The Faria Show

PSG are still the Kings of Europe as they become the first team to repeat as Champions League winners since Real Madrid. A complete recap of the Final, including all of the talking points and tactical decisions that proved decisive.

A recap of the Champions League semi-finals and a preview of the UCL Final. Recorded on the morning of the Champions League final. Will PSG go back to back? Or will Arsenal finally be crowned the Kings of Europe?

A recap of the Champions League quarterfinals. Recorded on the eve of the Champions League final. I also discuss Anthony Gordon to Barça and their interest in Julian Alvarez. Atletico Madrid are not happy. Arne Slot was also sacked by Liverpool in surprising breaking news.

🆕🎧 On Episode 22, I recap all the latest news in football. Enzo Fernández has been sanctioned for two games by Chelsea, while Cucurella was not. Was it the right decision? Plus, Rodri is flirting with Real Madrid. Should Los Blancos sign him? Also: Raphinha, De Zerbi, Bernardo Silva, Lunin, and what do I think of Mo Salah leaving Liverpool? Round of 16 matchups are dissected: Real Madrid vs Man City. All the tactics, lineup talks (did Pep overthink it?), and the BRILLIANCE of Valverde’s first half Hat Trick. PSG vs Chelsea - how good is Kvaratskhelia? Simply unbelievable.

Dissecting Sporting Clube de Portugal’s historic remontada vs Bodø/Glimt. It was just the FIFTH comeback from 52 occasions of a club going down by three goals after the first leg and advancing in the UCL. Sporting advance to their first quarterfinals in the European Cup/Champions League since 1983 (43 years).

On Episode 20, I discuss what’s changed for two of the biggest clubs in the world after they both changed their head coaches. Carrick is interim manager at Manchester United, taking over for Rúben Amorim. Xabi Alonso was replaced by Arbeloa. Sometimes less is more, as both former players have gone back to the basics in their new roles.🎨: @kriikroodesign.‼️ Special shout-out for the amazing job on the cover art for this episode. Thank you @kriikroodesign. Make sure you give them a follow on Instagram!

Happy New Year! The big news is Enzo Maresca resigning from Chelsea. What went wrong and who will be his replacement? I also speak my mind about Manchester United’s season so far and discuss if progress has been made. There is the first annual The Faria Show’s Favourite Story of the Year, with a young baller standing out in 2025. The latest confirmed transfer news also!

On Episode 18, I recap three big games from Tuesday’s Matchday 3 action. While highlighting the importance and effectiveness of three players for Barcelona, I pay homage to a hat-trick from fantastic Fermín López. For Newcastle vs Benfica, despite a brace from Barnes it was the brilliance of Anthony Gordon which was crucial, with a Man of the Match performance. Gordon made history as the first Newcastle player with goals in three consecutive Champions League games. The defending champions PSG smashed seven past Leverkusen. Three key contributors are highlighted for PSG, including a brace from Doué the baller. There’s nothing Nuno Mendes can’t do, but a tactical change involving Kvaratskhelia was the difference maker for Les Parisiens.

PSG are the Kings of Europe! What made them so dominant in the Champions League Final over Inter? A breakdown of the key tactics by Luis Enrique. I also talk about the special players in this squad. What’s next for Inter? A special shout-out to some Instagram accounts that are helping the podcast. Thank you for the support, we’ve hit 30 countries!