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The FC crew look back at 2024 on the Christmas show special as they discuss which club had the best 2024, Real Madrid or Manchester City. Plus, a look at the biggest story of the year including Jurgen Klopp leaving Liverpool and Man United firing Erik Ten Hag, And, a look back at Bayer Leverkusen's historic season and Spain winning the Euros Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss the season so far and discuss which teams, players and coaches have stood out to them so far in the 2024/25 season. The guys also provide their own XIs of the season so far and debate who’s team of picks would win. Happy Holidays from everyone at The Gab & Juls Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew look ahead to Man City's clash with Everton and argue if Erling Haaland needs more help around him after a drop in form during Man City's poor streak. Plus, the guys break down how Ruben Amorim has handled Marcus Rashford's involvement in Man United squad. Ian Darke also joins the show to break down his article of which player every Premier League should sign this January. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to news that Bukayo Saka is expect to miss "many weeks" with a hamstring injury and analyze how they expect Mikel Arteta to cope without his star winger. The guys also question Ange Postecoglou's tactics after Tottenham's 6-3 loss vs Liverpool and criticize the Reds for failing to resolve Mohamed Salah's contract situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Atletico Madrid’s 2-1 win over Barcelona in Montjuïc and ask whether Atleti are genuine title contenders in LALIGA this season. The guys also discuss Liverpool’s 6-3 win over Tottenham, Man City’s latest setback and ask if Carlo Ancelotti really has found the right formula with Real Madrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Liverpool's 6-3 win over Tottenham as the Reds now sit 5 points clear at the top of the Premier League table with a game in hand. Plus, Chelsea draw with Everton 0-0 and Man United fall to Bournemouth 3-0 at Old Trafford, the panel discuss both of these game. And, Real Madrid are starting to heat up as they beat Sevilla 4-2 and are tied with Atletico Madrid at the top of the table Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Atletico Madrid's 2-1 victory over Barcelona and marvel at Diego Simeone's side after another late winner stole all 3 points. Plus, the guys recap another loss for Manchester City and question what must be going through Pep Guardiola's mind after 1 win in 12 games. Frank Leboeuf also joins the show to criticize Gabriel Jesus despite 2 goals in Arsenal's 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Bayern Munich's 5-1 victory over RB Leipzig and argue if Bayern's hierarchy will be satisfied with only a Bundesliga title this season. Plus, Gemma Soler joins the show to explain how Diego Simeone will setup Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona on Saturday. Julien Laurens also previews Manchester City's visit to Aston Villa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A brand-new podcast from ESPN FC, focused on our market-leading reporting. This week Mark Ogden, James Olley and Rob Dawson discuss Mikel Arteta's successes and failures on the 5th anniversary of his appointment at Arsenal. Plus, Bruce Schoenfeld on the set-piece revolution in the Premier League and the guys share some Christmas stories from their time around the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In episode 425 of Futbol Americas, Seb and Herc discuss Pachuca falling to Real Madrid in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup and react to changes in the Leagues Cup format. Then, the guys go around Europe and break down Riccardo Pepi's recent performance and what Folarin Balogun's shoulder surgery could mean for his USMNT chances. Plus, a look at the top stories of 2024 and Seb says goodbye to Futbol Americas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices