The Gab & Juls Show

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

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

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss The Unify League, a new proposal for a European competition that’s being backed by some clubs and ask whether this could be a new chapter in the European Super League saga. The guys also discuss Real Madrid’s Intercontinental Cup victory over Pachuca, Gigio Donnarumma’s horror injury against Monaco & ask if Marcus Rashford would regret leaving Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens break down a thrilling late cliax to the Manchester derby, as Ruben Amorim's Manchester United bag two late goals to pile more misery on Pep Guardiola and Manchester City. The pair also discuss top teams from across Europe stumbling, as Barcelona, Real Madrid, Liverpool and Arsenal all drop points in their weekend fixtures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Rob Palmer discuss Manchester City’s 2-0 defeat against Juventus and ask why Pep Guardiola’s side are struggling for form at the moment. The guys also discuss Barcelona’s 3-2 win over Borussia Dortmund, Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Monaco and ask if there’s an “alpha male” culture at Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Chelsea's 4-3 comeback win over Spurs and ask whether Chelsea have made the Premier League a three-horse race. The guys also discuss Barcelona's dropped points against Betis, The Club World Cup draw & ask what happened to Dan Ashworth and Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Arsenal’s 2-0 victory over Manchester United and ask whether Amorim has seen enough from his squad. The guys also discuss Real Madrid’s 2-1 defeat against Athletic Club de Bilbao, the latest on Mohamed Salah’s contract, and break down the FIFPRO XI nominees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens look back on Liverpool's 2-0 win over Manchester City to move nine points clear atop the Premier League. The pair discuss the fallout for Arne Slot and Pep Guardiola and look back at the rest of the football action over the weekend, including Bayern and Dortmund's Bundesliga draw and Ruben Amorim's first Premier League win as Manchester United manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Real Madrid in the Champions League and ask whether the clock is ticking on Carlo Ancelotti’s tenure at the Bernabeu. The guys also discuss Feyenoord’s remarkable comeback draw against Manchester City, Arsenal’s thumping victory over Sporting Lisbon, and ask whether Gareth Southgate would be better working away from football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Manchester United’s 1-1 draw against newly-promoted Ipswich Town and ask whether Ruben Amorim would have learnt anything from his first game in charge. The guys also discuss Manchester City’s 5th defeat in a row, this time against Tottenham Hotspur, Kylian Mbappe ends his goal drought against Leganes and ask if Mohamed Salah is leaving Liverpool this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss the news that Pep Guardiola will sign a one-year extension to stay at Manchester City, despite rumours surrounding his future at the club. The guys also discuss Brazil’s 1-1 draw with Uruguay, Viktor Gyökeres’ four goals against Azerbaijan, and if anything can be read into Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk featuring in Liverpool’s 2025 annual calendar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss France’s 3-1 win over Italy in the Nations League and discuss whether Les Bleus are better without Kylian Mbappe in the side? The guys also break down England’s 5-0 win over Ireland, ask if Pep Guardiola is off to Brazil and take a closer look at the new Club World Cup trophy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Ruben Amorim’s arrival at Manchester United and discuss which areas of the squad he’ll be keen to focus on first. The guys also discuss the controversy surrounding Premier League referee David Coote, Claudio Ranieri’s impending Roma return & ask why Real Madrid have built a theme park in Dubai. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Manchester City’s fourth consecutive defeat in all competitions and ask whether this unprecedented run of defeats for Pep Guardiola counts as a crisis for the Cityzens. The guys also discuss Real Madrid’s latest injury setback, Bayern pull five points clear in the Bundesliga & ask whether there could be a delay to Ruben Amorim’s first day with Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Arsenal’s 1-0 defeat to Inter Milan in the Champions League and ask why Kai Havertz starts every game for the Gunners. The guys also discuss Real Madrid’s 3-1 defeat at home against AC Milan, in what has been a bad run for Los Blancos. Also on the show, where next for Victor Gyokeres? Are PSG in trouble following their 2-1 defeat against Atleti & is this the end for Neymar? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Liverpool’s excellent start to the season but with a very difficult run of games coming up, the guys ask whether the Reds can continue this excellent form. Also on the show, Edu leaves Arsenal, Marcelo crashes out at Fluminese, Inter Miami are forced to play a third play-off & Olivia Rodrigo gets trolled by Vinicius Jr. fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Manchester United’s search for a replacement for Erik ten Hag with Ruben Amorim strongly reported to be the club’s next manager. The guys also look back over the fallout from Rodri’s Ballon d’Or win and Vinicius Jr.’s decision to not travel to the award ceremony, along with the rest of the Real Madrid squad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Real Madrid’s heavy defeat to rivals Barcelona in ElClásico and ask who was to blame for Real Madrid’s performance. The guys also discuss Erik ten Hag’s departure from Manchester United and discuss who could be next at Old Trafford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens get stuck into this week’s Champions League action, headlined by Barcelona’s huge 4-1 victory over Bayern Munich. The pair also break down wins for Real Madrid and the Premier League sides, as well as everything else from the football world in quick hits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti is joined by Rob Palmer to look back on Arne Slot’s Liverpool taking down Chelsea at Anfield, which marked their best start through eight Premier League games since winning the title under Jurgen Klopp. The pair also discuss controversial VAR decisions in Arsenal's defeat to Bournemouth and Manchester City's late win over Wolves, and recap the best of the action from across Europe this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss England's appointment of former Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and PSG manager Thomas Tuchel with some circles criticizing him before he’s even started due to his nationality. The guys also discuss Lionel Messi’s magical evening in Bolivia, the return of Paul Pogba, & ask why Sir Alex Ferguson will no longer be a Manchester United ambassador. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss England's mixed Nations League form following their 2-1 defeat against Greece and 2-0 victory over Finland. The guys also praise Cristiano Ronaldo after he scored his 133rd international goal for Portugal, ask how someone bugged Manchester United’s dressing room and discuss whether Kylian Mbappe deserves to be criticised for going out in Sweden when he could’ve been playing for France. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Julien Laurens and Nedum Onuoha discuss Jurgen Klopps new role at Red Bull as global head of soccer and asks why this announcement has proven so divisive, especially in Germany. The guys also discuss Andres Iniesta's retirement, look ahead to the Nations League matches and look back at the women's Champions League matches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Julien Laurens is joined by Don Hutchison to discuss Tottenham’s capitulation against Brighton in the Premier League and ask who was to blame for Spurs’ latest collapse. The guys also ask how long Erik ten Hag has left at Manchester United, where Paul Pogba will play after his ban was reduced & why a mayor in Milan has been causing Alvaro Morata headaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Arsenal's 2-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League and ask how the Gunners are so consistent from set pieces. The guys also discuss Real Madrid's 1-0 defeat against Lille, Aston Villa's remarkable win over Bayern Munich & pay respect to Andres Iniesta after he announced his retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Atletico Madrid’s 1-1 draw with fierce rivals Real Madrid after the game was halted due to Atletico Madrid Ultras throwing objects onto the pitch. The guys also discuss Cole Palmer’s four-goal haul against Brighton, Erik ten Hag’s future & pay homage to Antonie Griezmann’s France career after he announced his international retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Erik ten Hag's impact on Manchester United following their 1-1 draw with FC Twente in the Europa League. The guys also discuss Kylian Mbappe's injury, Robert Lewandowski’s goal streak and show some love to recently retired Raphaël Varane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Manchester City’s thrilling 2-2 draw with Arsenal and ask how much Rodri’s injury could impact City’s season. The guys also discuss the Milan derby, ask if Lamine Yamal is the best player in the world right now and praise Michael Olise after his star turn for Bayern against Werder Bremen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Liverpool's 3-1 win over AC Milan in the Champions League and ask whether it would be a mistake to let Trent Alexander-Arnold leave for nothing in the summer. The guys also discuss Bayern's 9-2 win over Dinamo Zagreb, Rodri's 'strike' fears, and the guys pay respect to Salvatore Schillaci. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Arsenal's 1-0 win over fierce rivals Tottenham in the North London Derby with Juls asking why Spurs lacked a Plan B in this match. The guys also discuss Barcelona's continued dominance in LALIGA, Napoli's rise to the top of Serie A & ask if an independent regulator could really lead to an International ban for England at Euro 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens break down a 2-2 draw between the Netherlands and Germany in Group C of the UEFA Nations League, which saw Dutch boss Ronald Koeman substitute Manchester United's Matthijs de Ligt at half-time. The guys also discuss a new Arsenal contract for Mikel Arteta, Manchester United's latest financial results and more from the mad world of John Textor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens break down the feud forming behind the scenes at Stamford Bridge between Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital. The guys also discuss Italy's 3-1 win over France in the Nations League, Lee Carsley's England debut and show respect to Cristiano Ronaldo's 901st career goal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss why teams are choosing younger, less experienced managers, while also debating whether Mauricio Pochettino is the right choice for the United States Men’s National Team. The guys also chat about the Ballon d’Or nominations, Victor Osimhen’s move to Galatasaray and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Liverpool’s 3-0 win over Manchester United and ask whether there could be more to Mohamed Salah’s comments post-game regarding his future at the club. The guys also yet another Erling Haaland hattrick, Barcelona’s 7-0 demolition of Real Valladolid & discuss all the completed deals from Transfer Deadline Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Barcelona’s start to the season under new manager Hansi Flick after their 2-1 victory over Rayo Vallecano. The guys also chat all things transfers with last minute moves and deals happening before the transfer deadline, as well as remembering Sven Goran Eriksson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti is joined by Stewart Robson for a deep dive into Arsenal's 2-0 win at Aston Villa, as Mikel Arteta's men get one over the side that beat them twice last season. The pair also look at the biggest news from across the weekend's European matches, as Chelsea score six, Manchester United stumble at Brighton and Real Madrid's Endrick opens his LaLiga account before Kylian Mbappe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens take a deep dive into the summer transfer window and discuss why it has been so quiet for most clubs around Europe. The guys also chat about the Champions League qualifiers, plus they learn what Cristiano Ronaldo’s favourite colour is from his record-breaking YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti is joined by Don Hutchison to break down Chelsea's defeat to Manchester City in their Premier League opener and wonder how new head coach Enzo Maresca will tackle managing his huge squad, with Raheem Sterling already hinting at being unhappy with his role. The guys also break down a bumper weekend of action in Europe, with Serie A, LaLiga and Ligue 1 all returning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens return for the 2024/25 season with their assessment of the biggest Premier League sides' summer transfer windows. The pair also discuss Kylian Mbappe's perfect Real Madrid debut, as they beat Atalanta to win the UEFA Super Cup, and look ahead to the start of the Bundesliga, LaLiga and Serie A seasons in quick hits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Spain's Euro 2024 victory over England and debate whether Gareth Southgate has been a success as England manager or if the FA might feel he should have done better. The guys also break down the chaotic Copa America final as Argentina beat Colombia and ask whether Joshua Zirkzee is the right signing for Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens look ahead to the EURO 2024 final between Spain and England and ask whether England's long wait for a major tournament trophy will finally be over. The guys also discuss Didier Deschamps' France future, the ugly scenes between Uruguay players and Colombian fans in the Copa Americas semifinal and ask why Karim Adeyemi has been linked with a move to Chelsea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens look ahead to the semi finals of Euro 2024 with Gab labelling Didier Deschamps as a Forest Gump figure. The guys also discuss the Copa Americas quarter finals, pay homage to Thiago Alcantara and ask if Joshua Zirkzee could be a Manchester United player next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens look ahead to the EURO 24 Quarter finals and ask whether Germany can exploit any weaknesses in this Spain side. The guys also discuss England's match against Switzerland, Erik ten Hag's contract renewal at Manchester United and ask why Roma fans are so angry about a club tracksuit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Italy's elimination from EURO 2024 following their 2-0 defeat against Switzerland and ask whether manager Luciano Spalletti deserves more time or not. The guys also discuss England's late victory against Slovakia, Germany's thunderous win over Denmark and ask if Gregg Berhalter could be in trouble against Uruguay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti is joined by Mark Ogden to look ahead to the round of 16 of EURO 2024. The guys discuss Portugal’s surprise defeat against Georgia, England’s bore draw against Slovenia and ask whether Alexander Isak is really worth £115m. All that and much more on the Gab and Juls Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Germany’s 1-1 draw against Switzerland and discuss whether Julian Nagelsmann made a mistake in naming an unchanged XI against the Swiss. The guys also discuss Scotland’s elimination following their 1-0 defeat against Hungary, Michael Olise’s pending move to Bayern Munich & ask if Manchester City should be scared following Football Leaks hacker Rui Pinto’s latest threats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Germany’s 2-0 win over Hungary and discuss the role that Euro 2024 is having on fans and supporters in Germany. The guys also discuss Kylian Mbappe’s broken nose, Cristiano Ronaldo and N’Golo Kante’s impressive level of fitness and reports that parts of the Premier League trophy have been stolen! All that and much more on the Gab and Juls Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss whether criticism of this England side is justified after their 1-0 win against Serbia. Plus, Spain and Germany impress in their first games of the tournament, Ten Hag confirms he's the right man for the job at Old Trafford and Lionel Messi hints at his post-Miami future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Manchester United's decision to stick with Erik ten Hag despite reportedly meeting with Mauricio Pochettino and Thomas Tuchel in recent weeks. The guys also bring their EURO 2024 preview ahead of the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens react to England’s 1-0 loss to Iceland in their final friendly before heading to Germany for Euro 2024 and wonder what Gareth Southgate can do to get the best out of the team at the tournament. The guys also discuss whether Erik ten Hag has a future at Manchester United, a few early transfer rumblings, plus a whole host of international friendlies as we head into summer tournament season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices