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Clinical wins for Chelsea and Arsenal as Everton are hammered again

Jimbo is joined in the studio by Tim Spiers, Matt Davies-Adams and Colin Millar after some extraordinary Premier League action.Enzo Maresca secures his first win in the Premier League as Chelsea beat Wolves 6-2 at Molineux. Noni Madueke scores a hat-trick after an accidental post about the city of Wolverhampton. Liam Twomey reviews a remarkable day.Arsenal are 2-0 winners at Villa but does the result say more about Arteta’s men or Emery’s side? And Brighton are victorious as Man United lose in stoppage time again.Everton remain bottom of the Premier League after a 4-0 thrashing at Spurs. Matt Jones from The Blue Room tells us why Toffees fans shouldn’t be panicking just yet.Plus advertising hoardings and the underrated Andy Cole.Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Is Wolverhampton really s**t? (01.00)• PART 2a: Wolves 2-6 Chelsea with Liam Twomey (05.30)• PART 2b: Bournemouth 1-1 Newcastle & Liverpool 2-0 Brentford (18.00)• PART 3: Big wins for Man City and Arsenal (26.00)• PART 4: Brighton 2-1 Man United (39.00)• PART 5a: Tottenham 4-0 Everton with Matt Jones (46.00)• PART 5b: The rest of the Premier League weekend (55.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 25, 20241h 6m

Will Villa do damage to Arsenal again? Plus Hürzeler’s Brighton and Chelsea’s transfers

Jimbo welcomes Charlie Eccleshare, Natalie Gedra and Liam Tharme into The Athletic studios ahead of the second weekend of Premier League action.Arsenal travel to Villa Park to face a team that scuppered their title hopes by winning both meetings last season. Can Unai Emery get one over on his old club again?Fabian Hürzeler has his first home game as Brighton boss with Man United visiting the Amex. And a lot has happened at Man City and Ipswich since they last met in the top flight.Plus bullish Ange, Evanilson down south and what is going on at Chelsea?Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Tennis needs VAR (02.00)• PART 2a: Aston Villa v Arsenal preview (05.00)• PART 2b: Man City v Ipswich preview (15.00)• PART 3a: Leicester 1-1 Tottenham & Spurs v Everton preview (20.00)• PART 3b: Brighton v Man United preview (30.00)• PART 4: The rest of the Premier League weekend (38.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 22, 202457 min

Nightmare start for Conte at Napoli as Mallorca spoil Mbappé's La Liga debut

Jimbo, James Horncastle and Julien Laurens are with you to round up a busy first weekend of domestic action across the continent.Laterkusen strike again as Xabi Alonso's side needed an 88th-minute equaliser to force a penalty shootout before going on to win the German Super Cup against Stuttgart. Seb Stafford Bloor brings us the story plus the latest from across Germany.Kylian Mbappé’s start to life in La Liga didn’t quite go to plan as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Mallorca while Barcelona got off to winning ways under Hansi Flick. Pol Ballus joins us from Spain.Meanwhile, Antonio Conte made a nightmare start to his time at Napoli in a 3-0 humbling by Verona - and Inter became the first Serie A champions to fail to win on the opening day of the next season since 2015 after conceding an injury-time equaliser to draw 2-2 with Genoa.Plus, Roberto De Zerbi’s Marseille well and truly announced themselves with a 5-1 battering of Brest. They heard our calls for a proper title race last week…Produced by Lucy Oliva.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Hello and moments of the week (00.45)• PART 2: German Super Cup review - plus a look ahead to the opening weekend of Bundesliga action (06.15)• PART 3: Serie A review - Conte's Napoli stunned as Juve start brightly (15.45)• PART 4: Ligue 1 review - Big wins for PSG and Marseille (27.55)• PART 5: La Liga review - Barcelona off to winning ways while Real and Atléti drop points (38.25) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 202451 min

Flying start for Man City, the Seagulls and Slot in the Premier League

Jimbo is joined by Daniel Storey, Matt Davies-Adams and Sasha Goryunov after the opening weekend of the new Premier League season.The champions ease to victory at Stamford Bridge to make it a losing start at Chelsea for Enzo Maresca. But the decision to leave out Raheem Sterling, and to make Enzo Fernandez captain, is what dominates discussion.Brighton sit top of the table after a 3-0 victory at Everton in Fabian Hurzeler’s first game in charge. Brian Owen from The Argus tells us why we shouldn’t be surprised.Arne Slot’s Liverpool overcome Ipswich in his first match in charge while Villa show their squad depth in their victory at West Ham. And Brentford's Ivan Toney looks set for Saudi Arabia.Plus Henry or Salah, a golden era of goalkeeping and bridge transfers.Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: An opening weekend of few surprises (01.00)• PART 2a: Chelsea 0-2 Man City (04.30)• PART 2b: Brentford 2-1 Palace with Jay Harris (15.00)• PART 3a: Ipswich 0-2 Liverpool (25.00)• PART 3b: Arsenal 2-0 Wolves and great goalkeepers (33.00)• PART 4: Everton 0-3 Brighton with Brian Owen (40.00)• PART 5: The rest of the Premier League weekend (49.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 18, 20241h 3m

La Liga, Ligue 1, Serie A and the Bundesliga season previews

Jimbo, James Horncastle and Julien Laurens are back and they’ve got some new friends as the season kicks off across the continent.Kylian Mbappe helped Real Madrid to the Super Cup on his debut. Will he help Real retain the La Liga title? Pol Ballus joins us from Spain.Leverkusen shocked Europe last season. Now it’s Vincent Kompany’s Bayern that are looking to catch them. Seb Stafford-Bloor has more from Germany.Inter dominated Serie A last season but there’s been plenty of change at their rivals with Thiago Motta now at Juventus and Antonio Conte taking charge at Napoli.And Roberto De Zerbi is the biggest arrival in France. Can he inspire Marseille and will we have an actual title race in Ligue 1 this season?Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Some changes and some Super Cup reaction (01.00)• PART 2: La Liga preview - can anyone stop Kylian’s Real? (07.00)• PART 3: Ligue 1 preview - could De Zerbi’s Marseille challenge? (24.00)• PART 4: Serie A preview - will Conte’s Napoli lead the chase? (37.00)• PART 5: Bundesliga preview - will Kompany’s Bayern bounce back? (56.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 15, 20241h 9m

Premier League season preview - can Man City be toppled?

Jimbo’s back! And so are Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Adrian Clarke as the 2024/25 Premier League season dawns upon us.Man City are aiming for a fifth title in a row - can Arsenal stop them after two second place finishes? Or will it be Liverpool in Arne Slot’s first season in charge?Are Maresca and ten Hag the managers under most pressure after the events of last season and this summer? And will the three promoted clubs go straight back down again?Plus a big Fulham prediction, the Ipswich player who could be the answer to England’s problems and why there are so many southern teams in the Premier League this season.Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: How’s the weather? (01.00)• PART 1b: The title race - is it Arsenal’s year? (07.00)• PART 2a: Breakthrough players and teams in 24/25 (23.00)• PART 2b: Who will finish in the top 4? (40.00)• PART 3: Who’s going down? (57.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 13, 20241h 11m

Heartbreak for England as Spain are crowned European champions

Jimbo is joined by Rory Smith, Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and many, many more after Spain deservedly win Euro 2024.It’s a 4th European title for the Spanish, with a late winner from Mikel Oyarzabal breaking England hearts in Berlin. Plenty to discuss regarding the Kane conundrum, Southgate’s style of football and whether he and England can go again.Plus our panelists from across the tournament relive their highlights of these Euros. From the fans to the kids.Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Spain 2-1 England (02.30)• PART 2: A look back at Euro 2024 (28.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 15, 202442 min

England v Spain: Euro 2024 final preview

Joining Jimbo are Daniel Storey, Pol Ballus, Dom Fifield, Jay Harris and Liam Tharme ahead of the highly anticipated conclusion of the Euros.England take on Spain. The English contingent on our panel are feeling more relaxed and more trusting in this Three Lions team than ever before. Tactically how can they overcome La Roja who have won 6 out of 6 at this tournament?Plus who do the Spanish fear in Gareth Southgate’s side? And will Lamine Yamal be having a very happy 17th birthday celebration?Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull.SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 12, 202434 min

Watkins winner sends England to another Euros final

Jimbo is joined by Carl Anka, Tim Spiers and Raphael Honigstein after a glorious night for Gareth Southgate’s England.The Three Lions are through to a second successive Euros final after a last-gasp victory over Netherlands. Ollie Watkins comes on for Harry Kane and scores the winner. Time to start giving Gareth some credit? Or did the officials offer a helping hand?Did the team show that they might have what it takes to beat the best team in the tournament? Spain await on Sunday in Berlin as we look ahead to the final. Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: England 2-1 Netherlands with Seb Stafford-Bloor (01.00)• PART 2: A look ahead to the final and a look back (24.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 11, 202434 min

Yamal fires Spain to the final - can England join them?

Jimbo welcomes Tom Williams and Adrian Clarke into the studio after Spain overcome the French to book their place in the final in Berlin on Sunday.16-year-old Lamine Yamal steals the show as La Roja reach their first major tournament final in 12 years. Will the best team at the Euros win the whole thing? And what are the factors that led to Kylian Mbappe being one of the flops of the tournament?England and Netherlands face off on Wednesday night to determine who will take on Spain. Hear why it may or may not be Jude Bellingham’s night, plus Sjoerd Mossou tells us about the Dutch expectations ahead of a special match in Dortmund.Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Spain 2-1 France with Pol Ballus (04.00)• PART 2a: The first Euro final and Bellamy to Wales (24.00)• PART 2b: England v Netherlands preview with Sjoerd Mossou (28.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 10, 202448 min

England's shootout glory - next up Netherlands in the semi-final

Jimbo is joined by Tim Spiers, Mark Carey, Daniel Storey and more as the semi-final line-up for Euro 2024 is completed.England labour once again but emerge victorious against Switzerland. Why were the penalties so good? Why did England stop playing for so long? How have England made it to yet another semi under Southgate?It will be the Netherlands on Wednesday after they come from behind to beat Turkey in Berlin. Will we see a more open England game with Koeman’s side in opposition?Plus we look ahead to the other semi-final between Spain and France - the unstoppable force and the immovable object.Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: England beat Switzerland on penalties (03.45)• PART 2: Netherlands 2-1 Turkey with James Horncastle (21.00)• PART 3: Spain v France preview with Pol Ballus (33.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 7, 202443 min

France pip Portugal on penalties as Spain dramatically knock out Germany

Jimbo is back with Tim Spiers and Colin Millar for company after the first two quarter-finals go the distance at Euro 2024.It’s not an easy watch but France are in the semi-finals after progressing past Portugal on penalties. Charlotte Harpur is feeling optimistic about the French style but how badly do they need a Giroud up front?Spain stun hosts Germany with a victory secured in the last-minute of extra time by Mikel Merino. Seb Stafford-Bloor reflects on a German campaign where everyone can hold their heads high.Saturday will see Netherlands face Turkey and England take on Switzerland. Valentin Schnorhk tells us how the best group of players the Swiss have ever had can make history and reach a semi-final for the very first time.Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: France beat Portugal on pens with Charlotte Harpur (03.00)• PART 2: Spain 2-1 Germany with Seb Stafford-Bloor (17.00)• PART 3a: England v Switzerland preview with Valentin Schnorhk (31.00)• PART 3b: Netherlands v Turkey preview (42.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 6, 202446 min

Turkey upset Austria after Dutch domination against Romania

Jimbo's joined in the studio by JJ Bull and Adrian Clarke to wrap up the last two round of 16 clashes at Euro 2024.We begin with events in Leipzig - as Turkey hung on to progress to the quarterfinals for the first time in 16 years thanks to a stunning last-gasp save from goalkeeper Mert Gunok in their 2-1 win over Austria. Michael Cox stops by with his on the whistle thoughts on a rainy night in Saxony.Earlier in the evening, the Netherlands confirmed safe passage to the last eight as they ultimately cruised to a 3-0 victory over Romania in Munich. Seb Stafford-Bloor gives us his match report - and a shoe update!Then it's all eyes on Friday and Saturday's incredibly intriguing quarterfinal ties. Portuguese journalist David Novo's on the line to reflect on the Ronaldo saga and the role he could play against France on Friday night...Produced by Lucy Oliva.Theme music by JJ Bull.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Austria 1-2 Turkey with Michael Cox (03.15)• PART 2: Romania 0-3 Netherlands with Seb Stafford Bloor (15.40)• PART 3a: Spain v Germany preview (27.00)• PART 3b: Portugal v France preview with David Novo (31.10)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 3, 202444 min

Ronaldo’s Portugal progress on pens to face France in the quarter-finals

Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander and Jay Harris into the studio after France and Portugal set up a quarter-final date in dramatic fashion.Portugal overcome Slovenia on penalties after a 0-0 draw that revolves around Cristiano Ronaldo and his obsession with scoring. How much longer can Roberto Martinez indulge his captain and how annoyed must his team-mates be?France need a late own goal to see off Belgium as they still wait for one of their own players to score from open play. Julien Laurens tells us why Didier Deschamps won’t be changing his approach any time soon.And Tuesday sees the last day of last 16 action. Andreas Heidenreich explains what makes this Austria side so special as they aim to make it all the way to the final.Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Portugal progress past Slovenia with Matt Slater (02.00)• PART 2: France 1-0 Belgium with Julien Laurens (21.00)• PART 3a: Austria v Turkey preview with Andreas Heidenreich (31.00)• PART 3b: Netherlands v Romania preview (38.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 2, 202441 min

England leave it late against Slovakia to set up Swiss showdown

Jimbo is joined by Tom Williams, Mark Carey, Daniel Storey and Kristof Terreur after another day of drama at Euro 2024.England are through to the quarter-finals after a last-gasp comeback against Slovakia. But it’s yet another unconvincing display from Gareth Southgate’s side. With Switzerland coming next, what can the England manager do to get them firing? Is Phil Foden the one who has to make way?Georgia give Spain a scare but La Roja show their class in a 4-1 win. Up next - Germany.Monday’s last 16 ties will see France take on Belgium in the latest chapter in their rivalry. And Portugal face Slovenia with a certain Cristiano Ronaldo looking to finally get on the scoresheet.Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: England 2-1 Slovakia (02.30)• PART 2: Spain 4-1 Georgia (19.00)• PART 3a: France v Belgium preview (28.00)• PART 3b: Portugal v Slovenia preview (40.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 1, 202443 min

Holders Italy crash out as Germany storm past Denmark

Jimbo's joined by Adrian Clarke and Sasha Goryunov to look back on an eventful first evening of round of 16 ties at Euro 2024.We begin in Dortmund, where there was lightning, thunder and torrential rain - but it didn't stop Germany from getting the job done in a 2-0 victory over Denmark which wasn't without VAR drama. Seb Stafford-Bloor checks in from a wet and wild Westfalenstadion.Then to Berlin - where holders Italy crashed out of the tournament following a pretty dismal showing against Switzerland in a 2-0 defeat. Michael Cox and James Horncastle are on hand to bring reaction - and ponder what next for the Azzurri and their manager Luciano Spalletti.Finally, it's all eyes on the next two round of 16 ties coming our way on Sunday - with Spain taking on Georgia after England face Slovakia in Gelsenkirchen. Kristian Flak drops in to bring us a flavour of the mood from Bratislava ahead of the game.Produced by Lucy Oliva.Theme music by JJ Bull.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Germany 2-0 Denmark with Seb Stafford-Bloor (2.55)• PART 2: Switzerland 2-0 Italy with Michael Cox & James Horncastle (14.15)• PART 3a: England v Slovakia preview with Kristian Flak (31.20)• PART 3b: Spain v Georgia preview (41.15)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 30, 202451 min

A special announcement from AC Jimbo: It's Totally Live in London in October!

While Team Totally catches up on their zzzs ahead of the knockouts, we want to tell you about our upcoming live show!Join Jimbo, the stats-tastic Duncan Alexander, the utterly Gallic Julien Laurens, the enigmatic Producer Charlie and a special mystery guest* at the Leicester Square Theatre in London's West End on Tuesday October the 8th. We'll talk about what's going on in the Premier League, discuss who'll be doing what in the revamped Champions League, and tell you tales that are just far too spicy for the regular pod.Tickets are on sale now - and you can get full details at leicestersquaretheatre.com, or by searching for 'Totally Football Show live' on your Google machine__* The mystery guest is quite probably James Horncastle, but he's a little tied up at the moment and we can't remember if he just agreed to the show in principle when we asked him a few weeks ago or whether he did indeed 100% confirm. Keep listening to the pod and following us on X to stay up to date. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 28, 20241 min

Georgia stun Portugal, Belgium booed - and England set to face Slovakia

Jimbo's got Charlie Eccleshare and Colin Millar alongside him - plus a variety of special guests over in Germany - as the Euro 2024 group stages reach their conclusion.We begin with events in Group F - which saw Georgian heroics as they booked their place in the last 16 in their first ever appearance at a major tournament after the 2-0 win over Portugal. Nika Kevkhishvili joins us to revel in the momentous victory. But heartbreak for the Czechs, sent packing after the 2-1 defeat by Turkey in Hamburg.It's fair to say it wasn't such a thrilling conclusion to Group E - with Slovakia and Romania playing out a 1-1 draw which Carl Anka was on hand to witness - and boos ringing out for Belgium after their goalless draw with Ukraine. Dom Fifield joins us from Stuttgart to reflect the sour mood amongst the Red Devils support base...With two rest days incoming before the round of 16 begins in earnest over the weekend - we take a look ahead to the full line-up of fixtures - and speak to Rafa Honigstein ahead of Germany v Denmark on Saturday night...Produced by Lucy Oliva.Theme music by JJ Bull.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Georgia 2-0 Portugal with Nika Kevkhishvili (05.50)• PART 1b: Czech Republic 1-2 Turkey (15.25)• PART 2a: Slovakia 1-1 Romania with Carl Anka (20.20)• PART 2b: Ukraine 0-0 Belgium with Dom Fifield (25.30)• PART 3a: Round of 16 look ahead - Germany v Denmark with Rafa Honigstein (30.50)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 27, 202440 min

Limp England win their group while sloppy France miss out on top spot

Jimbo is accompanied by Tom Williams, Jay Harris and many more after an exciting day and dull night of Euro action.England top Group C but only after another insipid display and a 0-0 with Slovenia. Is there any chance of them turning this form around? And do Southgate’s substitutions show that he doesn’t have the answers?Elsewhere Austria win a thriller with the Dutch to sensationally top Group D at the expense of France, thanks to Lewandowski’s double stutter. Julien Laurens highlights the issues facing Didier Deschamps now.Plus we look ahead to Wednesday’s action where Ukraine look to inspire againProduced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: England 0-0 Slovenia with Oli Kay (03.00)• PART 2a: Netherlands 2-3 Austria with Tim Spiers (17.00)• PART 2b: France 1-1 Poland with Julien Laurens (26.00)• PART 3a: Ukraine v Belgium with Iryna Koziupa (37.00)• PART 3b: The rest of Wednesday’s action (46.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 26, 202448 min

Last-gasp Italy equaliser breaks Croatian hearts

Jimbo's joined by Duncan Alexander and Sasha Goryunov to reflect on the dramatic climax to Group B at Euro 2024.We begin in Leipzig - where Mattia Zaccagni scored in the final minute of stoppage time as Italy broke Croatian hearts with a late equaliser in a 1-1 draw that ensures the defending champions progress to the last 16 - and leaves Luka Modrić and co all but eliminated. A beer-soaked Tim Spiers dials in on the final whistle before James Horncastle reports back from a rather spiky Luciano Spalletti press conference...No such drama for Spain, who cruised into the next round with their third victory and third clean sheet of the tournament in their 1-0 win over Albania (which happened to assure the Three Lions of a spot in the next round...). Michael Cox is on hand to tell us more from the Düsseldorf Arena.Then, it's all eyes on Group C and D who face their final outings on matchday three. We get the Slovenian perspective from journalist Miran Zore ahead of their meeting with England - and preview the fortunes of the other sides in action on a bumper day 12 out in Germany.Produced by Lucy Oliva.Theme music by JJ Bull.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Croatia 1-1 Italy with Tim Spiers & James Horncastle (3.00)• PART 1b: Albania 0-1 Spain with Michael Cox (13.55)• PART 2a: England v Slovenia preview with Miran Zore (19.55)• PART 2b: Denmark v Serbia preview (29.05)• PART 3a: Netherlands v Austria preview (30.35)• PART 3b: France v Poland preview (32.20)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 25, 202436 min

Scotland out of the Euros as Kane bites back

Jimbo welcomes Adrian Clarke, Dom Fifield and many more on another sad night for Scottish football.The Tartan Army are heading home after a last-gasp defeat against Hungary in Stuttgart. Did Scotland let themselves down? Or do they lack depth physically and technically?Germany also need a stoppage time equaliser against Switzerland to confirm top spot in Group A as questions are asked again about the defence.Italy take on Croatia in the standout game on Monday night. James Horncastle sets the scene as the Azzurri’s hold on the trophy hangs in the balance.Plus we discuss Harry Kane’s comments about England players turned pundits. Should they be cheerleaders or should the current crop expect to be criticised?Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Scotland 0-1 Hungary with Kieran Canning (04.00)• PART 1b: Switzerland 1-1 Germany with Seb Stafford-Bloor (14.00)• PART 2a: Italy v Croatia preview with James Horncastle (22.00)• PART 2b: Albania v Spain preview (33.00)• PART 2c: Kane takes aim at the pundits (36.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 24, 202438 min

Belgium bounce back as Portugal cruise into the knockouts

Jimbo's got Sasha Goryunov, Liam Tharme and Seb Stafford-Bloor alongside him to capture all the fallout from Day 9 at the Euros.Belgium finally turned up in their 2-0 win over Romania to mean Group E is fascinatingly poised - with all four teams sat on three points going into the final round of matches. Michael Cox drops in from Cologne to talk us through the game.Portugal booked their place in the round of 16 as Group F winners after their comfortable 3-0 win over Turkey, while substitute Saba Lobjanidze wasted a golden chance for Georgia with *literally* the final kick of the game as the debutants claimed a first ever point in a major tournament with a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic - which does neither many favours.Plus, an opportunity to look ahead to Sunday's action - which sees Switzerland face hosts Germany and Scotland take on Hungary. AFP's Kieran Canning joins us to preview the Tartan Army's crunch tie which could see them reach the knockout phase of a major tournament for the first time ever...Produced by Lucy Oliva.Theme music by JJ Bull.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Belgium 2-0 Romania with Michael Cox (07.05)• PART 2a: Turkey 0-3 Portugal (14.40)• PART 2b: Georgia 1-1 Czech Republic (22.25)• PART 3a: Scotland v Hungary preview with Kieran Canning (35.10)• PART 3b: Switzerland v Germany preview (42.35)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 23, 202445 min

France draw with the Dutch while Austria and Ukraine are victorious

Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander and Mark Carey into the studio as we see our first elimination from Euro 2024.Poland are gone but we should be seeing a lot more of France and the Netherlands who battle to a 0-0 in Leipzig. No France player has scored a goal yet - how badly do they need Mbappe back?Are the dark horses back? Austria dismantle the Poles and look like making a real impact at this tournament. Tim Spiers tells us more from Berlin.And Ukraine come from behind to beat Slovakia and reignite their campaign.Plus we look ahead to Saturday’s action. Jose Delgado details why Portugal fans feel frustrated with Martinez. And we could be set for an incredible finale in Group E.Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Netherlands 0-0 France (03.45)• PART 2a: Poland 1-3 Austria with Tim Spiers (13.00)• PART 2b: Slovakia 1-2 Ukraine (20.00)• PART 3a: Portugal v Turkey preview with Jose Delgado (27.00)• PART 3b: The rest of Saturday’s action (37.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 22, 202442 min

England dire in Denmark draw as Spain outclass Italy

Jimbo, Adrian Clarke and Benji Lanyado are in the studio after England fail to live up to expectations but Spain definitely don’t.It’s 4 points from 2 games for Gareth Southgate’s side but the performances seem to be getting worse. We try to get to the bottom of things and wonder whether England are the worst coached team at the Euros.Spain took on Italy. Or was it Man City v Burnley? La Roja batter the Azzurri 1-0 with Nico Williams providing perhaps the standout performance of the tournament.Plus Julien Laurens joins us to look at France’s clash with Netherlands and specifically the state of Kylian Mbappe’s nose. Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Spain 1-0 Italy with Pol Ballus (04.00)• PART 2a: England 1-1 Denmark with Dan Sheldon (16.00)• PART 2b: Slovenia 1-1 Serbia (33.00)• PART 3a: France v Netherlands preview with Julien Laurens (38.00)• PART 3b: The rest of Friday’s action (45.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 21, 202449 min

Scotland keep Euro hopes alive as England prepare for Denmark

It’s Day 6 of the Euros and Jimbo is joined by JJ Bull, Tom Williams and more after Scotland get off the mark in Koln.A draw for Steve Clarke’s side against Switzerland sets up a winner take all clash with Hungary on Sunday as they look to advance from the group stage for the first time ever.Germany in their lovely kit cruise into the last 16 with victory over the Hungarians while earlier on Wednesday, Albania come back to draw with Croatia in another one of the games of tournament so far.Thursday sees England in action against Denmark on Matchday 2. Daniel Storey wants to see more attacking substitutions from Gareth Southgate.Plus Spain take on Italy in the most regular rivalry in Euros history.Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Scotland 1-1 Switzerland with Nick Miller (04.00)• PART 2: Germany 2-0 Hungary (19.00)• PART 3a: Croatia 2-2 Albania (28.00)• PART 3b: Spain v Italy preview (34.00)• PART 3c: England v Denmark preview (38.00)• PART 3d: Slovenia v Serbia preview (46.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 20, 202448 min

Portugal snatch all three points after Turkey and Georgia thriller

Jimbo has Sasha Goryunov, Mark Carey and Seb Stafford-Bloor alongside him for your daily dose of Euro 2024 reaction.There was late drama as Portugal snatched all three points in a 2-1 win over the Czech Republic courtesy of a stoppage time goal from super sub Francisco Conceição. Tim Spiers was in Leipzig and joined us at the final whistle.Elsewhere, Turkey and Georgia produced the game of the tournament so far in a thrilling encounter in the pouring rain in Dortmund - with teenage superstar Arda Güler scoring a wondergoal as part of a 3-1 victory for Vincenzo Montella's side.We take a closer look ahead to Wednesday's action and the second matchday for Group A and B - including the small matter of Scotland v Switzerland. Jordan Campbell stops by as we gauge the mood ahead of what could prove to be a must win game for Steve Clarke's side.Produced by Lucy Oliva.Theme music by JJ Bull.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Portugal 2-1 Czech Republic with Tim Spiers (4.15)• PART 2a: Turkey 3-1 Georgia (11.50)• PART 3a: Transport tribulations in Germany (26.00)• PART 3b: Scotland v Switzerland preview with Jordan Campbell (31.30)• PART 3c: Germany v Hungary preview (37.00)• PART 3d: Croatia v Albania preview (42.30)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 19, 202446 min

Romania and Slovakia shock while France win - but at what cost to Mbappé?

Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams to recap a busy day of action at Euro 2024.France get the job done in a tight 1-0 victory over Austria - but it wasn't particularly pretty from Mbappé and co - who's tournament *could* be in jeopardy after breaking his nose...A beleaguered Belgium saw TWO Romelu Lukaku goals disallowed as they were stunned in a 1-0 defeat by Slovakia.Meanwhile, Romania returned to the Euros in style with a 3-0 thrashing of Ukraine - back on this stage for the first time since 2016 AND recording their biggest ever win in the competition. Romanian football expert Emanuel Roşu reflects on a seismic day in Munich.Plus - we get an inside look at expectations for the Czech Republic facing Portugal and Georgia taking on Turkey as the first round of group games comes to a close on Tuesday. Journalists Karel Häring and Nika Kevkhishvili are on hand to help us preview those Group F clashes.Produced by Lucy Oliva.Theme music by JJ Bull.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Austria 0-1 France (05.05)• PART 2a: Belgium 0-1 Slovakia (14.30)• PART 2b: Romania 3-0 Ukraine with Emanuel Roşu (22.00)• PART 3a: Turkey v Georgia preview with Nika Kevkhishvili (33.20)• PART 3b: Portugal v Czech Republic preview with Karel Häring (44.25)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 18, 202451 min

Bellingham brilliance sees England sneak past Serbia

Jimbo welcomes Adrian Clarke and Charlie Eccleshare into the pod after a mixed evening for England at Euro 2024.Gareth Southgate’s side open their tournament with a 1-0 win over Serbia but many still question whether England’s manager is able to react in terms of his game-management. Plus is it actually a good thing if Harry Kane doesn’t touch the ball much?Elsewhere in Group C, Denmark are held by Slovenia while Michael Cox gives us details of the Netherlands’ come from behind win against Poland in Group D.Monday’s action is headlined by dark horses Austria taking on favourites France. Lee Wingate tells us how Ralf and Rod can inspire Austria to victory.Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: England 1-0 Serbia (03.30)• PART 2a: Slovenia 1-1 Denmark (18.00)• PART 2b: Poland 1-2 Netherlands with Michael Cox (24.00)• PART 3a: Austria v France preview with Lee Wingate (31.00)• PART 3b: The rest of Monday’s action (40.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 17, 202443 min

England get set for Serbia as Spain conquer Croatia

Jimbo is back with Daniel Storey and JJ Bull after a record-breaking Day 2 at Euro 2024.Lamine Yamal becomes the youngest player ever at the Euros and is instrumental in Spain beating Croatia before half-time. Is there any way back for Modric and co?Albania score the fastest Euros goal ever but Spalletti’s Italy come back to get their title defence off to a winning start. Plus the Swiss make light work of dark horses Hungary.Sunday’s action sees England finally take to the field. Will Serbia’s giants overpower the Three Lions in the air?Plus why should we watch Slovenia Denmark and are the Dutch about to batter Poland?Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Day 2 done and a word for Kevin Campbell (01.30)• PART 2a: Spain 3-0 Croatia with Pol Ballus (06.30)• PART 2b: Hungary 1-3 Switzerland (14.00)• PART 2c: Italy 2-1 Albania with James Horncastle (19.45)• PART 3: England v Serbia and day 3 previewed (29.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 16, 202437 min

Germany smash Scotland to kick off the Euros

Jimbo is joined by Raphael Honigstein, Tom Williams and Jay Harris after witnessing the biggest win ever on opening night of the Euros.Hosts Germany tear apart the Tartan Army with a 5-1 victory in Munich. Can Musiala and Wirtz lead the Germans to something special? Or might Scotland be the worst team at the tournament.Saturday’s action brings back memories of a Euros classic as Spain take on Croatia. Juraj Vrdoljak tells us about what has become a derby match in Europe.And also in Group B, holders Italy hope to channel the spirit of Grosso as they head to Dortmund to take on Albania.Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Germany 5-1 Scotland (01.30)• PART 1b: Hungary v Switzerland preview (16.30)• PART 2a: Spain v Croatia preview with Juraj Vrdoljak (22.00)• PART 2b: Italy v Albania preview (33.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 15, 202441 min

Euro 2024 preview Part 2 - the dark horses

Jimbo is back with Duncan Alexander, JJ Bull and Tim Spiers just a couple of days before the big kick-off in Germany.We begin with Scotland taking on the hosts in Munich on Friday. Can Steve Clarke’s side cause an upset? A returning Raphael Honigstein sets the mood in Munich.Are there ominous signs for England with a group rocked by shock squad selections and a defence that might not be good enough for a major tournament?Kristof Terreur isn’t feeling too optimistic about Belgium’s chances, even though they’re unbeaten under Domenico Tedesco.We make the case for which teams will surprise everyone this summer, notably Ralf Rangnick’s Austria and Sylvinho’s Albania.Plus Erik ten Hag, watered down beer and which Euro 2024 manager was the worst player?Produced by Charlie Jones.Theme music by JJ Bull. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Ten Hag stays at Man United (01.30)• PART 2a: The latest from Germany with Raphael Honigstein (07.30)• PART 2b: How far can Scotland fare? (12.30)• PART 3a: A turbulent week for England (23.00)• PART 4a: Kristof Terreur on Belgium (31.00)• PART 4b: Making the case for Ukraine (36.00)• PART 5: Who are the other dark horses? (39.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £1 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 12, 202453 min

Euro Stories: 2016

Recorded on the eve of England's first ever Euro final, we look back at their darkest day in the tournament when, in the shadow of the Brexit vote, Roy Hodgson's side crashed out to Iceland at France 2016. Oh, how we laughed at the time. Elsewhere, Wales made history, Italy and Germany participated in the worst penalty shoot out of all time, and Portugal and Ronaldo had a shot at redemption. It's Euro 2016 - and the final in our delightful Euro Stories series. Only a few more sleeps now till Euro 2024, and Jimbo and co will be with every night there's a game on. Woof!Presenter: Iain MacintoshProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Ben GreenWith: Stefan Augustsson for Iceland, Rafa Honigstein for Germany, Lynsey Hooper for England, James Horncastle for Italy, Tom Kundert for Portugal, Julien Laurens for France, Kristof Terreur for Belgium, and Tom Williams for Wales Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 10, 202445 min

Euro Stories: 2012

This is the penultimate episode of Euro Stories series, and our timeline has taken us all the way to 2012. This tournament is again co-hosted, with Poland and Ukraine sharing the honours. Now, we wrote and recorded this show in 2021 and a lot has happened in the world since. That's why we don't mention the war or any of the hideous things that have happened in Ukraine in the past two and half years - but do talk an awful lot about two fiendishly taxing groups, Andy Carroll, and a lot of spying.Presenter: Iain MacintoshProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Ben GreenWith: Elko Born, Sasha Guryunov Rafael Honigstein, Lynsey Hooper, James Horncastle, Themis Kesaris, Tom Kundert, Julien Laurens, Alvaro Romeo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 9, 202445 min

Euro Stories: 2008

It's 2008 and the world is obsessed with Barack Obama and Beyonce. Football-wise, we're more interested in events at Austria and Switzerland because it's Euro 2008 and it's great. Yes, there's no England, they failed in the rain at Wembley against Croatia. But there's Spain's tiki taka, Turkey's late late goal scoring, and one hell of a thunderstorm. Oh, and there's the French doing, well, nothing really. It's Euro 2008 and it's here.Presenter: Iain MacintoshProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Ben GreenWith: Elko Born, Sasha Goryunov, Rafael Honigstein, James Horncastle, Julien Laurens, Alvaro Romeo, Juraj Vrdoljak, and Yordi Yamali Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 8, 202445 min

Euro Stories: 2004

We arrive at 2004, the year of Frankee and Eamonn's musical back and forth, the Blackberry, and one of the most unexpected tournaments in Euros history. Yup, we're in Portugal where there are teams on the up, like England, and teams on the down, like Germany. And this time there's a dark horse that no one expects will actually do anything at all. Will we ever learn? This is Euro 2004 brought to you by the voices that lived and breathed it from across the continent.Presenter: Iain MacintoshProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Ben GreenGuests: Elko Born, David Cermak, Rafael Honigstein, Lynsey Hooper, James Horncastle, Themis Kessaris, Tom Kundert, and Julien Laurens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 7, 202444 min

Euro Stories: 2000

This is the fourth episode from our Euro Stories series taking you back to classic European championships from the past. It's a new millennium and we've got co-hosts: Euro 2000 is split between Belgium and the Netherlands. Crazy. Some small print before we kick off - this series was first broadcast in 2021 and recorded in the dark days of Covid so some of the audio sounds like it was recorded in a kitchen because, frankly, it was. Enjoy!Presenter: Iain MacintoshProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Ben GreenGuests: Elko Born, Rafael Honigstein, Lynsey Hooper James Horncastle, Sasa Ibrulj, Tom Kundert, Julien Laurens, Alvaro Romeo, and Kristof Terreur Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 7, 202442 min

Euro Stories: 1996

While Jimbo and co prepare for the Euros in a few days' time, allow us to take you back to Euro 96 - a tournament that will certainly resonate with listeners of a certain vintage. All together now, It's Coming Home, It's Coming Home, It's Coming Home, Football's Coming...oh.Presenter: Iain MacintoshProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Ben GreenGuests: David Cermak, Niels Harild, Rafael Honigstein, James Horncastle, Sasa Ibrulj, Oliver Kay, Julien Laurens, Alvaro Romeo, Stewart Weir Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 6, 202444 min

Euro Stories: 1992

It's the second of our Euro Stories and we're heading back to Sweden and a far off land called 1992 for a tournament full of twists and turns, and a surprise addition who no one expects much of. Join journalists from across the continent as they relive this contest and its unexpected results.Presenter: Iain MacintoshProducer: Abi PatersonGuests: Elko Born, Niels Harild, James Horncastle, Rafael Honigstein, Sasa Ibrulj, Oliver Kay, Julien Laurens, Olof Lundh, and Stewart Weir. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 6, 202434 min

Euro Stories: 1988

As Jimbo and Team Totally gear up for this summer's Euros in Germany, we're revisiting the classic tournaments of the past in our most excellent documentary series, Euro Stories. We start in 1988, and you'll hear from experts from across the continent as they share their memories, stories, facts and recall the iconic moments from the tournament. Without a single goalless draw or a sending off, this was a tournament filled with drama and unexpected moments. And orange. Loads and loads of orangePresenter: Iain MacintoshProducer: Abi PatersonExecutive Producer: Ben GreenGuests: Elko Born, Dion Fanning, Sasha Goryunov, James Horncastle, Rafael Honigstein, Oliver Kay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 5, 202428 min

Euro 2024 preview Part 1 - the favourites

Jimbo welcomes the esteemed panel of James Horncastle, Julien Laurens, Alvaro Romeo and Daniel Storey to take a look at the big hitters at Euro 2024.Has England’s moment arrived with the talent at Gareth Southgate’s disposal? Or is he not the right man to make the most of that talent tactically?Are France the only team that can beat France? Or do Portugal have the strongest squad at the tournament?Elsewhere, we’re looking forward to seeing a Spain side with a different dimension of exciting young wide players. And will Italy’s good record at the Euros in the 21st century continue?Plus how Toni Kroos has changed everything for Germany and can Xavi Simons become a star for the Netherlands?Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: How are holders Italy holding up? (02.40)• PART 1b: Speedy young Spain look to make an impact (10.30)• PART 2: England deserved favourites? (20.00)• PART 3a: Or will France strike again? (31.00)• PART 3b: Michiel Jongsma on the Netherlands (40.00)• PART 4a: Seb Stafford-Bloor on Germany (44.00)• PART 4b: Jose Delgado on Portugal (50.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 3, 202458 min

Ancelotti leads Real to another Champions League title

As the domestic season draws to a close, Jimbo is joined by Daniel Storey, Tom Williams and Seb Stafford-Bloor.Real Madrid are below par but still secure their 15th European Cup with a late rally against Dortmund at Wembley. How do they keep doing it, should Carlo Ancelotti be considered the greatest manager of all time and what’s the deal with Dortmund’s new sponsor?We look at some of the shocks and trends of last season but wonder whether all this football will lead to a player’s strike next season.And there’s more silverware up for grabs as Tom takes on Michael Cox in the Inter Totally Cup Final 2024.Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Real Madrid 2-0 Dortmund (04.00)• PART 2: Jose Mourinho and thoughts on next season (33.00)• PART 3: Inter Totally Cup Final - Cox v Williams (47.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 2, 20241h 8m

Real Madrid and Dortmund head to Wembley as Maresca heads to Chelsea

Jimbo welcomes James Horncastle, Alvaro Romeo and Nick Miller into the studio as the domestic season nears its dramatic conclusion.Olympiakos become the first Greek team ever to win European silverware, securing the Conference League and heaping more cup final misery on Fiorentina.Now it’s time for Real Madrid and Dortmund to do battle in the Champions League final at Wembley. Seb Stafford-Bloor makes the case for the Germans achieving one of the great upsets in competition history.Enzo Maresca looks all set to leave Leicester and sign on as the new manager of Chelsea. Rob Tanner tells us Maresca is no yes man but could any coach succeed in the Stamford Bridge setup?Plus Tom Williams awaits the winner of Michael Cox v Julien Laurens, for a place in the 2024 Inter Totally Cup final.Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Olympiacos win the Conference League (03.30)• PART 2a: Forest win the European Cup (18.00)• PART 2b: Champions League final preview (21.00) • PART 3a: Flick joins Barca (42.00) • PART 3b: Maresca leaving Leicester for Chelsea (44.00)• PART 4: Inter Totally Cup - Cox v Laurens (55.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 30, 20241h 8m

Man United stun City to win the FA Cup, as Saints return to the Premier League

Jimbo has a studio packed full of Daniel Storey, Carl Anka and Tim Spiers after a big Wembley weekend.Man United finally play the way Erik ten Hag wants them to with an outstanding derby win in the FA Cup final. Will the Dutchman be there to enjoy more performances like that next season? And did Pep set the tone for City with his team selection?Southampton see off Leeds in the Championship play-off final to make an instant return to the top tier. Will Russell Martin join McKenna and Maresca in immediately being sought after by Premier League clubs?Vincent Kompany is on the verge of being appointed Bayern Munich manager. Seb Stafford-Bloor joins us from Germany to try and explain why.Plus more managerial movements and Paqueta’s potential ban.Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Man United beat Man City to win the FA Cup (03.00)• PART 2: Southampton promoted to the Premier League by beating Leeds (22.00)• PART 3a: The managerial merry-go-round (31.00)• PART 3b: Kompany to Bayern explained by Seb Stafford-Bloor (34.00) • PART 3c: Paqueta’s potential betting ban (41.00)• PART 4: Rooney to Plymouth and other cup final wins (44.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 26, 202450 min

Lookman downs Leverkusen, Chelsea’s manager search and City v United at Wembley

Jimbo, Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare and Tom Williams are in the studio in a week full of big cup finals and big shocks.Leverkusen lose after 51 games unbeaten as Atalanta run riot to win the Europa League in Dublin. James Horncastle joins us to discuss the Lookman final.Chelsea surprise the football world by parting company with Mauricio Pochettino. Liam Twomey tells us why and where their managerial search is taking them. And what next for Poch?It’s an all Manchester derby in Saturday’s FA Cup final. How can United upset the odds? And will Marcus Rashford be a big factor even though he’s not going to the Euros?It’s the first Inter Totally Cup semi-final as Tom takes on defending champion Producer Charlie in a rematch of last year’s final.Plus cup measurements and making the case for Kompany at Bayern.Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Atalanta thrash Leverkusen to win the Europa League (02.30)• PART 2a: Pochettino leaves Chelsea (24.00)• PART 2b: Kompany to Bayern? (33.00)• PART 3a: England’s provisional Euro squad (38.00) • PART 3b: FA Cup final preview (45.00)• PART 4: Inter Totally Cup - Williams v Producer Charlie (55.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 23, 20241h 6m

Leverkusen and Atalanta look to make history

Jimbo is joined by James Horncastle and Seb Stafford-Bloor for a special look ahead to Wednesday night's Europa League final in Dublin. Who will come out on top: never losin' Bayer Leverkusen, who are chasing a treble and looking to make it 52 games unbeaten in all competitions? Or Atalanta, conquerors of Liverpool, Marseilles and Sporting, in their first ever European final, and coached by the legendary Gian Piero Gasperini?Presenter: James RichardsonWith: James Horncastle and Seb Stafford-BloorProducer: Charlie Jones and Ben Green RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Welcome to utopia (01.30)• PART 2: The case for Leverkusen (05.30)• PART 3: The case for Atalanta (15.30) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 20, 202425 min

Man City win the title race as Klopp and De Zerbi exit English football

Jimbo welcomes Tim Spiers, JJ Bull and Matt Davies-Adams into the studio after the final day of a record-breaking Premier League season.Man City make light work of West Ham at the Etihad to confirm their 4th league title in a row. Hear why City have had to dig deeper than we give them credit for.It’s an emotional goodbye for Jurgen Klopp at Anfield, plus Roberto De Zerbi decides to leave Brighton. Will we see managerial changes at Chelsea and Man United this summer too?Elsewhere, confident Crystal Palace and free-flowing Newcastle are in sensational final day form. Plus it’s a fairytale ending for Emma Hayes and who will be taking the last spot in next season’s Premier League?Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Man City are champions, with David Mooney (04.30)• PART 2a: Farewell Jurgen Klopp (21.00)• PART 2b: The race for Europe and the WSL conclude (26.00)• PART 3a: And that’s a wrap for the Premier League (38.00) • PART 3b: EFL play-off round-up (58.00)SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 19, 202444 min

Farewell Jurgen Klopp, goodbye Premier League season and so long VAR?

Jimbo is joined in the studio by Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare and Sasha Goryunov ahead of the final weekend of the Premier League.Man City go 2 points clear of Arsenal with victory at North London neighbours Spurs, to the glee of some Tottenham fans but not Ange Postecoglou. Can West Ham do the Gunners a favour on Sunday?Aston Villa qualify for the Champions League while Chelsea are looking well set to reach the Europa League, although Mauricio Pochettino also doesn’t seem happy.Jurgen Klopp manages Liverpool for the very last time as we look at his legacy and some of the moments that helped forged such a tight bond with the Anfield faithful.We may also be saying goodbye to VAR if Premier League clubs decide to vote against it this summer. But would we just want it back the following season?Plus it’s the final Inter Totally Cup quarter-final as Daniel Storey takes on defending champion Producer Charlie.Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Tottenham 0-2 Man City as the final day looms (05.00)• PART 2: Chelsea leading the way in the race for Europe (25.00)• PART 3: Farewell Jurgen Klopp (35.00)• PART 4a: Premier League clubs to scrap VAR? (52.00) • PART 4b: Villa in the Champions League (58.00)• PART 4c: Inter Totally Cup - Storey v Producer Charlie (61.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 16, 20241h 11m

Mbappe says goodbye to PSG, Bologna say hello to the Champions League

Jimbo is joined by James Horncastle, Julien Laurens, Alvaro Romeo and Seb Stafford-Bloor as the European season reaches its exciting conclusion.Leverkusen make it 50 unbeaten while Atalanta appear to be peaking ahead of their Europa League final meeting. And when was the last time there was such a clear favourite in the Champions League final?It’s a slightly messy goodbye for Mbappe at PSG but Lyon’s phenomenal second half of the season continues. Could they be the big challengers for the Ligue 1 crown next season?Big promotion news as Como join Serie A, while St Pauli and Holstein Kiel move on up to the Bundesliga. Plus one of only 9 Spanish league champions are back in the second division.Plus Bologna are in the European Cup for the first time in 60 years but will Thiago Motta be there with Juventus. And why aren’t Milan fans satisfied?Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moment of the weekend (03.30)• PART 2: The European cups finals are set (09.30)• PART 3: Real celebrations and aging Atletico (21.00)• PART 4: Mbappe out, Lyon on the up (32.00) • PART 5a: Como and St Pauli promoted (46.00)• PART 5b: Koln keep themselves alive heading into final day (58.00)• PART 6: Why aren’t Milan fans satisfied? (64.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 14, 20241h 13m

Arsenal take the title race to the final day as Man City head to Spurs

Jimbo welcomes Daniel Storey, Adrian Clarke and JJ Bull into the pod after the penultimate weekend of this Premier League season.A nervy Arsenal rely on their defensive steel to overcome Arsenal at Old Trafford, guaranteeing the title race will go down to the last day. Now they need a favour from rivals Tottenham who host the seemingly unstoppable Man City on Tuesday.It was the weekend where Burnley, and almost certainly Luton, were relegated straight back to the Championship. Hear why we were so disappointed in the Clarets and the Hatters.Chelsea look like they’ve finally clicked under Pochettino, with European football a real possibility.Plus we show some love for Oliver Glasner’s Crystal Palace and Messrs Eze, Olise and Wharton. Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Man Utd 0-1 Arsenal (03.40)• PART 1b: Fulham 0-4 Man City - next up Tottenham (11.00)• PART 2: Burnley and Luton joining the Blades in the Championship (23.00)• PART 3a: Nottingham Forest 2-3 Chelsea (32.00) • PART 3b: 777 worries for Everton (38.00)• PART 3c: No malice for the Palace (43.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 12, 202447 min

Real Madrid set up Dortmund final as Arsenal face their Old Trafford hoodoo

Jimbo’s back and he’s got Duncan Alexander, Benji Lanyado and Seb Stafford-Bloor for company in the studio.The Champions League final is set with Real Madrid taking on the fairytale story of Borussia Dortmund at Wembley in June, after Los Blancos’ incredible late comeback against Bayern at the Bernabeu. Will it be Hansi Flick attempting to win silverware for Harry Kane next season?It’s a Premier League weekend where the top 4 race and the relegation battle could all be settled. Arsenal look to keep the title race alive they head to Old Trafford where things never seem to go their way. Can they win and then get a favour from Spurs?Plus the hunt for silverware goes on in the Inter Totally Cup as Benji takes on Julien Laurens in the third quarter-final.Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Real Madrid 2-1 Bayern (02.20)• PART 1b: PSG 0-1 Dortmund (07.30)• PART 2a: Man Utd v Arsenal preview (33.00)• PART 2b: Fulham v Man City preview (38.00) • PART 2c: David Moyes bids farewell to West Ham (44.00)• PART 2d: The rest of the Premier League weekend (50.00) • PART 3: Inter Totally Cup - Lanyado v Laurens (59.00) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC TODAY FOR £2 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS• theathletic.com/totally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 9, 20241h 9m