Nordic Football Podcast

In another exclusive NFP interview, Molde championship winning striker Leke James joins us on the podcast. Find out how the squad adapted to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's departure to capture the gold medal. Leke was the 2nd highest scorer in Eliteserien 2019 and he credits the competition for places at Molde as one of the main factors for hunger and motivation. What is it like being in the same team as serial assist providers, Magnus Wolff Eikrem & Eirik Hestad? Is Erling Moe an underrated manager and what is his relationship like with Ohi Omoijuanfo? We also talk about the Leke James invitational tournament being held over in Nigeria. We round off the interview with with some national team talk and amusing quickfire questions about his homeland!

Our man Jonathan Fadugba has an exclusive interview with Falkenbergs FF manager Hasse Eklund, who joins us to discuss the 'best moment in his managerial career' saving Falkenbergs from relegation in the final minute of the final day in Sweden! Hasse explains the emotions of such a victory and how they constantly had to keep their eye on the scoreboard elsewhere. We also talk about tactics, player recruitment & scouting, plus general Allsvenskan matters such as the grass vs synthetic debate. Hear how Hasse's playing career developed down the managerial path and what his ambitions are for the future.

In what is an astonishing final day conundrum, who will go down from the Norwegian Eliteserien? A total of 6 teams are still involved and two of them will be bitterly disappointed suffering direct relegation. Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba as they preview what is set to be a tense, thrilling and dramatic last day of the season on Sunday!

Our man Jonathan Fadugba was at the recent Wyscout Forum in Amsterdam where he sat downwith Bodø/Glimt sporting director & coach Aasmund Bjørkan. Hear how a 'local lad' has been involved with the club for decades, from a playing career to what is now a prominent coaching role. The father of current star left back Fredrik Bjørkan opens up on the 'clear and defined' Glimt playing style, scouting and recruitment, plus many other things. Could young starlet and AZ Alkmaar bound Håkon Evjen one day succeed in the English Premier league? Hear some great insight and opinions from Aasmund in our shortened bonus edition podcast.

In this edition, which focuses solely on Norwegian matters, we first have an exclusive interview with Mjøndalen manager Vegard Hansen. He's been in charge of MIF for 14 years and talks to us about his life and time in Norwegian football. What are the challenges of being involved in a highly pressurised and close relegation battle? How important is it that Mjøndalen survive? What are his tactical philosophies and just how big is the Ælv Classico between Mjøndalen & Strømsgodset? In the second part of the episode join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba as we talk about Molde being confirmed champions of the Eliteserien, the battle for the top three plus a number of other topics.

We review the last round of the season in Sweden which culminated in a thrilling finish. Hear how DIF came from 0-2 down to secure the point they needed and how Malmö + Hammarby applied the pressure. What does this title win mean for AIK & MFF who have fallen short in 2019? Meanwhile, at the bottom of the table a last gasp winner for Falkenberg secured a shock survival and dumped Kalmar into the relegation playoff. From 51:14 onward we talk about fantasy football. Who won the NFP Allsvenskan league this season and who is doing well in the Eliteserien version?

Perennial survivors by the skin of their teeth, could this finally be the year in which Kalmar are relegated to the Superettan? Our man Jonathan Fadugba breaks down in detail what exactly went wrong for them at the weekend in the 2-3 home loss to Falkenberg. We have a big discussion about the relegation battle with just one match left to play. Meanwhile, things are tight at the top ahead of some crunch Monday night fixtures. Over in Norway Steve Wyss produces a fascinating in-depth tactical analysis of Bodø/Glimt vs Mjøndalen from the previous round. What was the key to Mjøndalen picking up an unlikely point and what are the specific strengths and weakness of this Glimt outfit?

In this edition we are joined by Sarpsborg 08 player Amin Askar for an exclusive in-depth interview. He tells us about his long career in Norwegian football, right from the early years in Moss to his current club Sarpsborg. Along the way there have been plenty of stories. Hear about what it's like to play under current manager Geir Bakke and why he is so highly respected. We talk about the amazing Sarpsborg Europa League run in 2018 and the great Østfold footballing rivalry between Moss, Fredrikstad & Sarpsborg. In the second part of the episode Allsvenskan matters are once again discussed as the title race hottens up even more. Join Steve Wyss, Jonathan Fadugba and our special guest Amin Askar for a fantastic listen!

We are entering the last phase of the season in both Norway & Sweden. The title race in Sweden is still up for grabs with all of the Stockholm teams and Malmö in contention. We have a special in-depth focus into Djurgården. Why have they been so strong in 2019?Meanwhile, at the bottom hear how Ostersunds are in a huge mess. It is similarly tight in the Eliteserian race for survival. This week, hear how Bodø/Glimt secured massive bragging rights in the north of Norway by hammering Tromsø and we delve deep into what exactly has made them tick this year. For all of the latest news and opinion & more join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba.

Joining us in this latest episode is Strømsgodset manager Henrik Pedersen. In an exclusive interview with Steve Wyss he reveals the challenges facing at the club who are currently bottom of the Eliteserien. Hear about his methods, philosophies & long term plans for SIF. In addition both Steve & Jonathan discuss the latest situation at both ends of the table in both Norway & Sweden. There are intriguing title battles in each division, but who will come out on top?

The Swedish transfer window is now shut. Hear our Allsvenskan expert Jonathan Fadugba's opinion on how each team has done during this period. We talk in depth about certain clubs and all of the key transfers are discussed. Meanwhile, in Europe there has been plenty of action in the qualifiers, so find out the latest news. AIK are set to face Celtic and Rosenborg have a tie with Dinamo Zagreb where a place in the Champions League Group stage is at stake!

In our latest episode we discuss the recent European results including a brilliant victory for FK Haugesund who now face the mighty PSV Eindhoven. Meanwhile in Norway, the transfer window has just opened and Steve gives us some thoughts on recent deals. Over in Sweden the title race is really close. What has been the key to DIF's success and find out how Hammarby 'bottled it' against Kalmar. Which teams have been performing well statistically and who is struggling?

The title race in Sweden is suddenly much closer after a recent spate of Malmö FF draws. The chasing pack are right upon them and the boys discuss what is becoming a really interesting battle for the gold medal. Loads of transfer news is discussed from both the Allsvenskan & Eliteserien. Plus, how have teams in Scandinavia been doing in the UCL & UEL qualifiers?

In this episode we look ahead to Thursday's Europa League matches involving Norwegian & Swedish sides. We have a particular focus on Brann v Shamrock Rovers. Joining us on the podcast this week is a special guest from Bergen, Sean Røskeland who has been a loyal season ticket holder at Brann for 12 years. What is the general feeling in the city about Lars Arne Nilsen's defensive tactics and why have some players such as Gilbert Koomson criticised the Brann boss recently? How far should Brann be aiming in the Europa League and where can they finish in the league? In the second half of the episode we talk about Scandinavian involvement in Europe, including a blast from the past as we discuss the now defunct Royal League. Should it make a return?

In our second episode this week join Steve Wyss + Jonathan Fadugba as they discuss a wide range of issues in both the Allsvenskan & Eliteserien. How significant was the Norrköping victory at AIK on Tuesday night? Meanwhile, down at the bottom Helsingborg have installed Henrik Larsson as their new manager. Hear our thoughts on his appointment. Over in Norway there have been shocks galore in the cup and can the likes of Odd and Bodø/Glimt maintain a title charge? We talk about the upcoming European qualifying matches and answer all of your questions, so get listening!

In this special episode we go behind the scenes at Östersunds FK. Our man Jonathan Fadugba talks one on one with ex OFK assistant manager Shaun Constable. What is it really like working with the enigmatic Ravel Morrison? Find out how he sees the big differences between Norwegian & Swedish football, plus the ex Sandefjord coach reveals to us exclusively his future plans. Shaun gives his insight into Scandinavian football. Which players, managers & teams have impressed him during his time in Sweden and why? For all that, and more listen to this special episode with our fantastic guest.

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for the latest espisode. In this edition we talk about both Eliteserien & Allsvenskan fantasy. Who is performing well and who do you need in your team? Find out why Jonathan is annoyed with the Benjamin Nygren transfer situation, whilst Steve launches a scathing attack on Vålerenga for their 0-3 loss to LSK in the weekend Oslo derby. There was also a massive derby victory for IFK over in Sweden. For all that and more, tune in now!

After a busy period of matches in both Norway & Sweden, join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba as they discuss the latest goings on. It has been a great start to the season for IFK Göteborg can they keep it up and why have they been so good? The current top 5 in Sweden are separated by just one point, listen to what Jonathan thinks of the title race. There has been an interesting transfer deal involving Hammarby who have sold a young starlet for nearly £2.5m despite him only playing 266 mins! Find out more. Meanwhile, over in Norway Rosenborg's disastrous start to the season continues and Steve gives us his full analysis of the situation. Could there be a shock winner of the Eliteserien in 2019 with some unfancied teams doing well? Plus, why have Sarpsborg & Strømsgodset been underperforming?

On our latest episode we are joined by Gunnhild Toldnes who works as a reporter for Eurosport Norway TV channel. In an interview with our man Steve Wyss, key points about the Eliteserien are discussed, including an in-depth section about what is going on at Rosenborg after their poor start to the season. Who will win the big match at the weekend in Molde? All that, along with much much more is talked about with Norwegian expert Gunnhild. Over in Sweden meanwhile there have been plenty of developments. Jonathan Fadugba looks at the upturn in form for Malmö, but which team is he not impressed with right now? Plus, how is the joint manager situation working at top of the table Djurgården?

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba as they review the first two rounds in the Norwegian Eliteserien & Swedish Allsvenskan. Who has been catching the eye in both a good and bad way? Hear about the recent controversy in the Hammarby v Kalmar match and how Malmö FF have endured a stuttering start. Over in Norway it has not been a good opening two games for the defending champions Rosenborg, but Molde have been flying out of the blocks. Listen as the boys take your questions on fantasy football and much much more.

Join the Nordic Football Podcast for a special episode. Or man Steve Wyss interviews Tromso Tromsø Simo Valakari. Fresh from an opening day win at snowy Ranheim, we ask him how he managed to orchestrate a comeback in such difficult conditions. Simo won numerous trophies at his previous club SJK in Finland, but what will it take to bring the glory days to the far north of Norway? We hear the ambitious manager's thoughts on a range of different issues, from his own philosophy to the development of young players through the Tromsø academy. Hear about how two key experienced players are 'priceless' and about the special connection Simo has with the fans and city of Tromsø.

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for a comprehensive season preview of the Swedish top flight Allsvenskan. Every club is discussed in some capacity. Malmö FF have won 4 of the last 6 titles in this division but it's AIK who are the defending champions. There are three newly promoted sides for 2019, including the return of Helsingborgs, but can any of them fare better than the dismal 2018 crop? Listen as the boys discuss the current state of Swedish Football, especially from a financial point of view. Also, ten players to watch in 2019 and what are the best pre season bets for this league?

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for a comprehensive season preview of the Norwegian top flight Eliteserien. Every club is discussed in some capacity. Will Rosenborg make it 5 titles in a row, or can someone take their crown? Which teams are in danger this year? Listen as the boys discuss the current state of Norwegian Football, especially from a financial point of view. Also, who are some players to watch in 2019 and what are the best pre season bets for this league? Itinerary for this episode:- 0:20 Introduction & who we are 06:30 The Eliteserien Talent drain: a crisis for Norwegian football? 10:15 A new champion? Molde, RBK, Sarpsborg & the title race 34:25 In trouble: The relegation dogfight and newly promoted teams 54:25 Midtable battle - Odd, Lillestrøm & KBK 63:40 10 players to watch 68:25 Ante post Eliteserien season betting

Short Chelsea v Malmo 2nd leg preview with Steve Wyss Joined by Guest Kevin Harper. Talking about Sarri, the team lineups and the match from a betting point of view.

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba as they preview the upcoming Europa League match between Malmo & Chelsea. How will CFC respond after getting hammered 6-0 by Man City and can the Swedish underdogs spring a surprise? Also on the show this week is special guest Vaishali Bhardwaj, a Chelsea expert who covers the team for London's Evening Standard. One final addition in the episode is an interview with Chris Sweeney who has written a book soon to be released on Danish Footballer Thomas Gravesen.

Oh this special edition of the Nordic Football Podcast, our man Jonathan Fadugba has an exclusive interview with Norwegian football coach Tor Thodesen who has recently taken up the head coaching position at HIFK in Finland. Listen, as Tor reveals the challenges ahead for him in the Veikkausliiga along with his thoughts about the current footballing climate in the whole of Scandinavia. What sort of style will he bring to HIFK and can he surprise everyone at the newly promoted outfit?

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba as they look back on the 2018 season in Norway and Sweden respectively. We saw AIK & Rosenborg crowned champions, whist some big name teams like Strømsgodset & IFK Göteborg struggled desperately. Find out who the boys had in their Season overall XIs along with plenty of other stuff to round off the year.

With the surprise news that Molde FK head coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been named 'interim' Manchester United manager join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba as they discuss the Norwegian in detail. What sort of tactics should fans expect? Is he good enough for the job? How will he handle Paul Pogba? All that along with much more is talked about in-depth by our expert analysts.

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for the latest episode in which they review the most recent events in Norway & Sweden and preview the upcoming weekend, including the title decider in the Swedish Allsvenskan. Will AIK prevail, or is there a twist in the tale?

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for the latest episode as two big games from the latest round in Norway and Sweden are analysed. What went so wrong for Brann in their title decider vs Rosenborg? Plus, hear about the drama in Stockholm as AIK left it extremely late to rescue a point against Malmö. We talk about the relegation battle in Sweden as the misery continues at the bottom of the table and answer a range of listener questions at the end of the podcast.

As the title races in both Norway and Sweden reach the crunch end of the season, join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba as they discuss the key talking points in each respective division. What has been the key to AIKs success this year and can Brann overtake Rosenborg in the Eliteserien? Hear about how two giants in each league find themselves in trouble towards the bottom of the table, but what has been going wrong at Strømsgodset & IFK Göteborg?

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for the latest episode. The Norwegian Eliteserian has been on a mid season break but it returns this weekend. Find out Steve's thoughts on the latest transfers and opinions on how the rest of the season will unfold. News on European Qualifying is also discussed, whilst in Sweden Jonathan gives us some predictions about the upcoming weekend.....

In this edition Jonathan Fadugba interviews the Örebro SK head coach Axel Kjäll, who is one of the exciting young talented managers in the Swedish Allsvenskan. Following that, the boys talk about the current transfer dealings over in Sweden, and also the latest on how Allsvenskan and Eliteserien team are doing in European qualifying matches.

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba as they preview the big World Cup Quarter Final between England and Sweden. This is the biggest match for both nations in decades and we talk about how both teams match up in terms of style and tactics.

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba as they talk about Sweden's current World Cup run in Russia. How will they do against Switzerland and just how far can they go? Meanwhile, over in Norway the Eliteserien has been continuing alongside the World Cup. There have been numerous managerial changes recently and these are analysed.

NFP returns with Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba discussing the main talking points over in the Sweedish Allsvenskan. Problems at Malmö, good times for the Stockholm teams, whilst could Östersunds suddenly find themselves in a mess? Meanwhile in Norway we are joined by special guest Sean Constable, assistant manager at Sandefjord who talks about the Eliteserien in general, in addition to the troubling times at his club. Where did it go wrong for ex manager Magnus Powell and can they turn things around and avoid the drop this season?

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for the latest instalment of the Nordic Football Podcast. The new Swedish Allsvenskan season has just gotten underway and the boys discuss all the major talking points from round one. Meanwhile, in Norway the Eliteserien is three rounds old. The poor form of defending champions Rosenborg is just one of the points of interest in this league. In addition, we have a special little section in which Swedish superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic is the main focus. Should he be in the national team World Cup squad this summer?

Join Steve Wyss and resident Swedish expert Jonathan Fadugba for an in-depth Swedish Allsvenskan 2018 preview. Malmö FF have won 4 of the last 5 championships, can anyone stop them this year? Who will be the main challengers and who could slip down into midtable mediocrity?The media have made their predictions and our man Fadugba is here to dissect their analysis. Every single team is previewed, including those likely to be batting relegation at the bottom of the table. For all you need to know about the Allsvenskan this year then look no further! Note:- The link to our patreon page is here. Thank you for all your support. https://www.patreon.com/nordicfootballpodcast Follow us on twitter @nordicfootpod Like us on facebook

Join us for an exclusive special edition show as ex-Viking manager and one of England's brightest young coaches Ian Burchnall lifts the lid on his time at one of Norway's biggest clubs. In his first major English language interview since leaving Viking, Burchnall joins us to take you behind the scenes on his time at the Stavanger outfit, with exclusive insight and access into what exactly went on at the club.

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for a Norwegian Eliteserien 2018 season preview. Every single team is discussed in some sort of capacity. Steve puts his neck on the line with predicted finishing positions for all outfits. Who will be involved in the medal battle this season? Who is resigned to midtable obscurity. Which teams will be battling against relegation? We are joined by special guest Tom Dent who is one of the coaches at newly promoted club Bodo Glimt. Tom gives us a great insight into the club in addition to some thoughts about other potential relegation threatened and promoted teams. Finally, we talk about some key or players with great potential to watch this year. For your best in-depth Eliteserien season guide, look no further than this! Note: A link to our patreon page can be found here, we appreciate any support https://www.patreon.com/nordicfootballpodcast

Grimsby Town have recently appointed Michael Jolley as their new manager. Last year, he was kind enough to speak to us on NFP about his time in Sweden at AFC Eskilstuna. Fascinating insight from one of the best up and coming managers in the game.

Nordic Football Podcast is back for a second season. Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba as we kick off with one of the biggest matches for one team in Sweden, as tiny minnows Ostersunds host the mighty Arsenal in the Europa League. They are the first Swedish team to reach the knockout round in this competition for 10 years! We preview the match in full and talk about what has made this adventure so special for their English manager Graham Potter. We are joined by our special guest Pete @LeGrove, a big Gunners fan, blogger and podcaster to give us the lowdown on his team ahead of the match. In addition we talk about the latest key transfers in the Norwegian and Swedish leagues, and give some news about the future of NFP heading into 2018 and beyond.

We are delighted to be joined by Stabaek manager Toni Ordinas for an in-depth chat at the end of this episode. In addition, Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba discuss the latest news in the Eliteserien & Allsvenskan. Malmo have been crowned champions, with Rosenborg next in line for that accolade. At the bottom of each table, bad news for two English coaches, whilst Steve thinks Aalesund have failed to act in time to save themselves. For that, and more take a listen!

In this special edition of the Nordic Football Podcast, our man Jonathan Fadugba has been out there in Sweden getting close to the action in Goteborg. We focus solely on Swedish football in this edition, in particular BK Häcken with whom Jon interviews their Sporting Director Sonny Karlsson. Following that is a full and comprehensive analysis of the weekend match against AIK, which Jonathan attended in person and was sensationally won by AIK 6-1!

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for the latest episode, the highlight of which is a comprehensive match analysis of AFC Eskilstuna vs GIF Sundsvall from the Allsvenskan. Along with all the usual stuff, the relegation battle in both the Eliteserien & Allsvenskan are talked about in-depth along with much much more.

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for the latest episode, the focal point of which is an in-depth match analysis of Molde vs Odd from the Eliteserien. Thomas Amang scored a late winner for Molde and the boys dissect the match from top to bottom. In addition to that, two players in focus are discussed, Kristiansund's Jean Allassane Mendy & Häcken's Ahmed Yasin. Along with all the usual stuff, the relegation battle in both the Eliteserien & Allsvenskan are talked about in-depth.

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for the latest Nordic Football Podcast. In this edition we are delighted to be joined by special guest Michael Jolley, the AFC Eskilstuna manager who recently claimed a superb victory against Malmo. A player in focus is one of their key guys, Mohamed Buya Turay. Over in Norway, the recent plight of Valerenga is discussed, along with the transfer of Samuel Adegbenro to Rosenborg, this player is analysed in depth. We also look ahaead to some crunch weekend games, includeding Sandefjord v Viking & AIK v Djurgården

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for the latest Nordic Football Podcast. In this edition we have a bumper transfer special where every club from the Eliteserien & Allsvenskan is analysed for it's business in this summer window. All 32 teams are discussed, graded along with their prognosis for the rest of the season. In addition, we are joined by Dutch football expert Michiel Jongsma to talk about Ajax, who are Rosenborg's latest opponents in the Europa League.

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for the latest Nordic Football Podcast. We discuss the crucial upcoming CL and EL qualifiers, including the massive Rosenborg vs Celtic clash. The Nordic transfer window is in full flow and dealings both in and out of the respective leagues are analysed along with some other latest news in Norway and Sweden.

Join Steve Wyss & Jonathan Fadugba for the latest Nordic Football Podcast. In this edition we are joined by a special guest - Östersunds player Jamie Hopcutt. He gives us a great insight into a club that has moved up four tiers under the management of Graham Potter. The latest UCL and EL qualifiers are discussed and previewed in addition to some regular sections, so look no further for your Nordic football fix.