Ep 103: From LinkedIn to the AFCON
In 2018, Roberto Lopes ignored a message on social media thinking it could be spam. That error almost cost him a chance to play at the African Cup of Nations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
14 Jan 20225min
Ep 102: That border isn't funny any more
Chester FC's ground is partly in England, partly in Wales. With different Covid rules in the two countries that's turning into a real headache. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...
13 Jan 20225min
Ep 101: Watching a star being born
Dusan Vlahovic is the most sought-after striker in European football. Chloe Beresford was there to see him make his breakthrough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12 Jan 20226min
Ep 100: Big hearts
Even before the pandemic, Midlothian in Scotland had high levels of child poverty. In lockdown, Heart of Midlothian F.C. stepped in to help. https://www.tortoisemedia.com/audio/a-finding-of-rape/ Host...
11 Jan 20225min
Ep 99: China's forgotten dream
Five years ago, six Premier League clubs had Chinese owners. Now there's only one left. What's changed? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10 Jan 20225min
Ep 98: The indomitable Phil Jones
Few players have suffered more abuse or worse luck with injuries than Manchester United's Phil Jones. But he endures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7 Jan 20225min
Ep 97: Managing the truth
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku had to apologise for saying he'd like to go back to Inter Milan one day. Is this an example of how clubs are trying to control every word their players speak? Hosted on Acast. ...
6 Jan 20226min
Ep 96: Welfare warfare
When managers play the 'player welfare' card, are they being thoughtful or cynical? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5 Jan 20226min
