How La Masia Saved Barcelona

James Allcott is joined by ex-England, Crystal Palace, and Bolton (among many more) manager, Sam Allardyce. The pair discuss what Sam’s England starting 11 would have been at the 2018 World Cup. Would there have been a wild-card inclusion? Would Michail Antonio have featured? And what about Wilfried Zaha? Host: James Allcott Guests: Sam Allardyce Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 Jan 49min

James Allcott is joined by Nieve Petruzziello (@StuntPegg), Laurence McKenna (@lozcast), Stevo (@StevoTheMadMan), Fuad (@FuadCadani), and Abz (@AbzBusquets) to team up and see who can be the victors of the 'Ripple Effect' 2024 big fat quiz of the year. Will James defend his crown with new teammate Stevo? Host: James Allcott Guests: Nieve Petruzziello, Laurence McKenna, Stevo, Fuad, and Abz Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

18 Dec 20241h 18min

James Allcott is joined by Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) to discuss the top five players who will take over 2025! As a duo they work through the 15-man shortlist, consisting of the likes of Paul Pogba, Mikey Moore, Leif Davis, and more! Host: James Allcott Guest: Kweku Afari Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11 Dec 20241h 14min

James Allcott is joined by Kweku Afari (@Kweku_Afari) to discuss which players impacted their careers the most during 2024. Together they discuss Jhon Duran’s unexpected Aston Villa turnaround, Chris Wood’s journey to Nottingham Forest glory, and why Ross Barkley is now a Champions League player! Host: James Allcott Guest: Kweku Afari Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Patris Gordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 Dec 20241h 7min

James Allcott is joined by Glenn Murray (@GM_83) and Harry Brooks to discuss Brighton’s great start to the season, Danny Welbeck’s remontada, Hurzeler’s wild tactics, and the recruitment strategy. The trio also discuss Mohamed Salah and what’s next for him at Liverpool. Host: James Allcott Guests: Glenn Murray and Harry Brooks Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

29 Nov 202453min

James Allcott is joined by Glenn Murray (@GM_83) and Harry Brooks to discuss all things Tottenham and what does that win over Man City truly mean? The trio also take a look at Leicester’s decision to sack Steve Cooper and who may be next for The Foxes. Host: James Allcott Guests: Glenn Murray and Harry Brooks Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

27 Nov 20241h 26min

James Allcott is joined by Julien Laurens (@LaurensJulien) to discuss Kylian Mbappé: a player who had the world at his feet when he was aged only 18 and one of the most expensive players of all time. Together, they discuss the impact of Mbappé’s time at PSG, his influence on the club, and what is next for him at Real Madrid. Host: James Allcott Guest: Julien Laurens Producer: Cai Jones Editor: Finn McSkimming Additional Production: Jonathan Fisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

22 Nov 202456min

James Allcott is joined by Julien Laurens (@LaurensJulien) to discuss Paul Pogba. Together they discuss Pogba’s career and the decisions he made along the way to become the talent he is. But also, who is the real Paul Pogba? What is he like as a person? And what is next following his doping ban? Host: James Allcott Guest: Julien Laurens Producer: Cai Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

20 Nov 202459min