Balotelli, Dybala, Rafael Leao: Serie A’s Biggest Enigmas

James Allcott is joined by Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) to discuss the top five players who will take over 2025! As a duo they work through the 15-man shortlist, consisting of the likes of Paul Pogba, Mikey Moore, Leif Davis, and more! Host: James Allcott Guest: Kweku Afari Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) to discuss which players impacted their careers the most during 2024. Together they discuss Jhon Duran’s unexpected Aston Villa turnaround, Chris Wood’s journey to Nottingham Forest glory, and why Ross Barkley is now a Champions League player! Host: James Allcott Guest: Kweku Afari Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Glenn Murray (@GM_83) and Harry Brooks to discuss Brighton’s great start to the season, Danny Welbeck’s remontada, Hurzeler’s wild tactics, and the recruitment strategy. The trio also discuss Mohamed Salah and what’s next for him at Liverpool. Host: James Allcott Guests: Glenn Murray and Harry Brooks Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Glenn Murray (@GM_83) and Harry Brooks to discuss all things Tottenham and what does that win over Man City truly mean? The trio also take a look at Leicester’s decision to sack Steve Cooper and who may be next for The Foxes. Host: James Allcott Guests: Glenn Murray and Harry Brooks Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Julien Laurens (@LaurensJulien) to discuss Kylian Mbappé: a player who had the world at his feet when he was aged only 18 and one of the most expensive players of all time. Together, they discuss the impact of Mbappé’s time at PSG, his influence on the club, and what is next for him at Real Madrid. Host: James Allcott Guest: Julien Laurens Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Julien Laurens (@LaurensJulien) to discuss Paul Pogba. Together they discuss Pogba’s career and the decisions he made along the way to become the talent he is. But also, who is the real Paul Pogba? What is he like as a person? And what is next following his doping ban? Host: James Allcott Guest: Julien Laurens Producer: Cai Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Joe Thomlinson (@Joethomlinson) to take a look at one stat that defines every Premier League club. Together they take a look at Brentford’s remarkable xG stat, Arsenal’s one big problem, the secret behind Liverpool’s great start, and many more interesting stats that reveal the truth behind every team. Host: James Allcott Guests: Joe Thomlinson Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by Nima Tavalleey Roodsari (@NimaTavRood) from 'The Italian Football Podcast' to discuss the array of enigmatic figures in Serie A right now. They discuss the return of Mario Balotelli, the Dybala situation, and why Rafael Leao doesn't play every game. Host: James Allcott Guest: Nima Tavallaey Roodsari Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined by JJ Bull (@jj_bull) and Tom Jordan from the Back of the Net YouTube channel, as well as Cai. Together they dive into the most confusing teams in the Premier League before taking a trip north of the border to check in on Aberdeen, who find themselves in a title race with Celtic. Host: James Allcott Guests: JJ Bull and Tom Jordan Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Allcott is joined again by Laurence McKenna (@lozcast) to discuss Mohamed Salah’s time at Liverpool and how he has become one of the greatest Premier League players of all time. James and Laurence discuss how Salah’s role has evolved during the transition from Jurgen Klopp to Arne Slot and how he’s leading Liverpool this season. Host: James Allcott Guest: Laurence McKenna Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices