This is the Five-a-side pod, essentially a futbol podcast although once in a while we will delve into other topics such as lifestyle, social/political issues, history etc
Five-a-side
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This is the Five-a-side pod, essentially a futbol podcast although once in a while we will delve into other topics such as lifestyle, social/political issues, history etc
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4/19/2024
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Recent Episodes
July 24, 2026
World Cup Winners & Sinners | Our Best XI Has EVERYONE Arguing! 🏆🔥
<p>The World Cup is over... and football withdrawal has officially kicked in. 😭⚽</p><p>The lads reunite to relive the tournament, share what they'll miss most, and hand out the official Five Aside World Cup Awards. From MVP and Best Young Player to Worst Fans, Biggest Disappointment and our Team of the Tournament, expect plenty of debate, banter and a few controversial picks.</p><p>Did Bellingham deserve to miss out? Is Messi still untouchable? Were Portugal the biggest flop? And was Cape Verde really the surprise story of the tournament?</p><p>Let us know your own awards and Best XI in the comments!</p><p>Timestamps</p><p>00:00 – World Cup withdrawal is real</p><p>02:00 – Fan Fest memories & favourite World Cup moments</p><p>06:00 – The legendary Five Aside group chat</p><p>08:00 – Five Aside World Cup Awards begin</p><p>08:45 – Best Goalkeeper debate</p><p>11:45 – Full defensive line selections</p><p>16:30 – Midfield arguments (Rodri, Fabian Ruiz & more)</p><p>22:00 – CAM controversy: Bellingham vs Olise</p><p>25:30 – Front three revealed</p><p>28:15 – MVP & Best Young Player</p><p>30:00 – Most Disappointing Player</p><p>30:45 – Best Fans & Worst Fans</p><p>34:30 – Surprise Team & Biggest Disappointment</p><p>40:30 – Best Jersey</p><p>41:30 – Final World Cup Awards recap & outro</p>
July 18, 2026
TuCHEL? England Bottled It! | World Cup Final Preview 🏆 ⭐
<p>England were one goal away from the World Cup Final… until it all fell apart.</p><p>This week on Five Aside, the boys break down England's dramatic collapse against Argentina, asking the big question: Did Thomas Tuchel get it completely wrong?</p><p>From questionable substitutions and a defensive meltdown to Messi rolling back the years and Scaloni's tactical masterclass, we unpack why England froze under pressure while Argentina simply refused to die.</p><p>We also preview the blockbuster Spain vs Argentina World Cup Final, debating whether Spain's beautiful football can overcome Argentina's grit, mentality, and Messi magic.</p><p>⚽ Was Tuchel the problem?</p><p>🐐 Is Messi producing one last masterpiece?</p><p>🏆 Who lifts the World Cup?</p><p>Join the debate in the comments!</p><p>Timestamps</p><p>00:00 – Welcome back & England heartbreak</p><p>02:20 – Rewatching the semi-final: things we missed live</p><p>03:00 – Opium Atlanta World Cup Final Watch Party announcement</p><p>05:00 – Breaking down England vs Argentina</p><p>07:20 – Did Tuchel get the substitutions wrong?</p><p>10:10 – England's mentality under pressure</p><p>13:40 – Why Tuchel deserves the blame</p><p>18:40 – "It's not in England's DNA?" – Tuchel's comments discussed</p><p>22:00 – Squad selection & missed opportunities</p><p>29:00 – The back five debate</p><p>35:00 – Argentina's mentality & Enzo Fernandez praise</p><p>39:30 – Scaloni's calm leadership</p><p>40:30 – Messi's incredible performance despite his age</p><p>47:30 – Spain vs Argentina World Cup Final preview</p><p>50:00 – Can Spain's possession beat Argentina's intensity?</p><p>53:00 – Final predictions</p>
July 15, 2026
Au Revoir, Les Bleus! Spain Pass the French Test 🇪🇸🔥
<p>Spain are through to the final after outclassing France—and the lads break down exactly why. From Rodri and Fabián Ruiz running the midfield to Didier Deschamps' questionable team selection, there's plenty to unpack.</p><p>Did France abandon what made them successful? Was Spain simply too good? And with Mbappé's Ballon d'Or hopes fading, does Spain now have one hand on the trophy?</p><p>Plus, the boys give their updated tournament predictions and preview England's massive semi-final.</p><p>Timestamps</p><p>00:00 Intro & reaction to Spain vs France</p><p>00:40 Predictions revisited 👀</p><p>01:35 Why Spain controlled the game</p><p>03:20 Rodri & Fabián Ruiz dominate midfield</p><p>05:15 France's tactical problems explained</p><p>05:50 Deschamps' selection mistakes</p><p>07:25 Rabiot, Saliba & where France struggled</p><p>08:20 What happened to Kanté?</p><p>09:00 Tchouaméni criticism & midfield debate</p><p>09:50 What's next for France? Zidane?</p><p>10:15 Mbappé's Ballon d'Or hopes over?</p><p>10:40 Spain tipped to win Euro 2024</p><p>11:25 England watchalong announcement & outro</p>
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