Deschamps the Cowardly Coach

When it comes to winning a major tournament, how important are vibes? Today Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini are here to explain how Germany’s recent improvements could be down to Julian Nagelsmann simply getting the atmosphere right in the Germany camp.Elsewhere, they try to make sense of the Netherlands' defensive frailties, despite having some of the best defenders in the competition on paper. Plus, Marcus Thuram and Kylian Mbappé have spoken out about the political unrest in France; Andy and Nicky explain what these Euros could mean to France beyond just football.Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

17 Kesä 202438min

As we get ready for Euro 2024 Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen are here to answer all of your questions ahead of the tournament. Who is going to be the breakout star? Can Scotland get out of their group? What countries are on the verge of a golden generation? And what country wins the food European Championships?Listen to find out!Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

14 Kesä 202427min

We’re finally here! Dotun, Andy and Lars Sivertsen are here with everything you need to know about the most intriguing teams and players across the continent vying for Euros glory!We wonder if France are now the firm favourites, work out whether Germany and/or Spain can convert promising recent signs into legitimate progress and run through some of the most exciting players who are set to light up the tournament this month.Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

13 Kesä 202443min

"Rhythm Is a Dancer, is Nagelsmann’s the answer?" That’s the question that Dotun and Andy are asking Archie Rhind-Tutt on our final Euro 2024 preview.Today, Archie is here to offer insight into how Germany are preparing to host Europe’s elite both on and off the field and whether tournament Germany will really turn up this time around.Plus, Archie shares where fans can get a kebab at 4am if they’re heading to Germany for the tournament. Listen to the end for that!Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12 Kesä 202437min

Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Rafael Leão, João Félix, João Palhinha, Rúben Dias… These are just some of the players in the Portugal squad. Are people underestimating them?Today, Miguel Pereira joins Andy and David Cartlidge to share some insight into what to expect from Portugal at Euro 2024. Miguel explains how the team have evolved towards a Spanish style of play under Roberto Martinez and why Cristiano Ronaldo could still play a key role at this summer’s tournament.Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11 Kesä 202428min

Belgium are the perennial tournament dark horses of the modern era. But, as their golden generation starts to fade away, how are the Red Devil’s shaping up ahead of Euro 2024?Today, Dotun and Andy are joined by Belgian football expert Kristof Terreur, who explains why optimism is low in the country despite a recent upturn in form under Domenico Tedesco. Kristof also explains the real reason why Thibaut Courtois is missing the tournament despite his Champions League final success.Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10 Kesä 202427min

As the curtain falls on continental club football for another season, Dotun, Andy and Jonathan Johnson tackle some of your burning questions about various players and managers moving on to pastures new.We ask how PSG can maintain their global appeal without Kylian Mbappé, wonder if Benjamin Šeško is the hottest striker on the market this summer and the Serie A coaching ranks get shaken up again!Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7 Kesä 202427min

After two years of speculation, Kylian Mbappé has finally got his move to Real Madrid! But before that, he has the pressing issue of Euro 2024. Today, Dotun and Andy are joined by Johnathan Johnson who explains how Mbappé’s slightly disjointed end to the season might actually help France in the long run.Elsewhere, Antonio Conte has taken over at Napoli. Will it work and which of his star players will he need to sell in order to fund future success? And José Mourinho has arrived in Turkey. Andy explains why Fenerbahçe are already drunk on the Mourinho juice.Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: otc@footballramble.com.For ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6 Kesä 202449min