Football is a beautiful game but outside football, it's a soap opera. All the drama, lies, cheaters, sex scandals, the lives of those involved in the world of football is as intriguing if not more interesting than the very game itself. Opéra de Football, is all about uncovering and dissecting the most scandalous stories involving football players and even managers including the likes of Wayne Rooney, John Terry, Mauro Icardi, Kevin de Bruyne, Ryan Giggs and many more. Join Nakul Lax and Simon Allder as they'll be discussing some of the seediest stories in the world of football.
In this episode of Opéra de Football, we take a look at the greatest stories to come out of Brazil and the wild lives of Brazilian footballers. Nakul and Simon also discuss the current state of the Brazil national team.
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15 Dec 2023
S2 E3 - Andrés Escobar - Plata O Plomo
In this episode of Opéra de Football, we take a look at the tragic story of Colombian footballer Andrés Escobar who was tragically shot dead after scoring an own goal for his team at the '94 World Cup in the United States. Nakul and Simon discuss the story along with discussing if football spectators can sometimes go too far.
You can email us at operadefootball@outlook.com
6 Jul 2023
S2 E2 - Gerard Piqué v Shakira - Hips Do Lie
In this episode of Opéra de Football, we take a look at the story of a rollercoaster relationship that involves former Spain, Barcelona and Manchester United defender Gerard Pique and his ex wife and global superstar Shakira. Nakul and Simon discuss the story of the celebrity couple whilst discussing life, relationships and a whole lot of other important talking points.
You can email us at operadefootball@outlook.com
16 Jun 2023
S2 E1 - Mauro Icardi vs Wanda Nara - Toxic Love
Season 2 is here! In this episode of Opéra de Football, we take a look at a story of a toxic relationship that involves former Inter Milan and Paris Saint Germain and current Galatasaray striker Mauro Icardi and his ex wife Argentinian model Wanda Nara. Nakul and Simon discuss the story of the on and off couple whilst discussing Turkish football, relationships and a whole lot of other important talking points.
You can email us at operadefootball@outlook.com
13 Sept 2022
E8 - Benjani v Peter Ndlovu - Sharing Mistresses
In Episode 8 of Opéra de Football, we dive into the story of former Manchester City and Portsmouth striker Benjani Mwaruwari and former Sheffield United and Birmingham City striker Peter Ndlovu. These two had a bust up over their mistresses with some interesting words thrown around during the arguement. Nakul and Simon discuss this peculiar case whilst giving their views on mistresses and side chicks.
You can email us at operadefootball@outlook.com
13 Sept 2022
E7 - John Terry v Wayne Bridge - The Handshake
In Episode 7 of Opéra de Football, we look at one of the biggest stories of the 2010s that involved Chelsea captain and England legend John Terry and former Chelsea and Manchester City left back Wayne Bridge. This story was massively escalated over a handshake or rather the non existence of one. Nakul and Simon discuss what happened between Bridge and Terry whilst discussing the morals and ethics of exes.
You can email us at operadefootball@outlook.com
13 Sept 2022
E6 - Karim Benzema v Mathieu Valbuena - Sex Tape Blackmail
In Episode 6 of Opéra de Football, we dive into the story of Real Madrid and France star Karim Benzema and former Marseille and Lyon player Mathieu Valbuena. This story centres around a sex tape, lies, deception and blackmail. Nakul and Simon discuss the unsavoury side of footballers who may have fantastic abilities on the pitch but are terrible human beings off it.
You can email us at operadefootball@outlook.com
13 Sept 2022
E5 - Mauro Icardi v Maxi Lopez - Steal Your Girl
In Episode 5 of Opéra de Football, we take a look at a story of pure filth that involves former Inter Milan and Paris Saint Germain striker Mauro Icardi, former Barcelona and AC Milan player Maxi Lopez and Argentinian model Wanda Nara. This story involves infidelity on a whole new level along with deception. Nakul and Simon discuss the case along with weighing up the morals and ethics of relationships.
You can email us at operadefootball@outlook.com
13 Sept 2022
E4 - Kevin De Bruyne vs Thibaut Courtois - A Dangerous Dinner
In Episode 4 of Opéra de Football, we take a look at the controversy between Manchester City and Belgium star Kevin de Bruyne and Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. Nakul and Simon discuss how Kevin De Bruyne's girlfriend had an affair with his Belgian teammate Thibaut Courtois and just how do it all unfold.
You can email us at operadefootball@outlook.com
13 Sept 2022
E3 - Rooney v Vardy - Wagatha Christie
In Episode 3 of Opéra de Football, we take a look at the feud between Rooney v Vardy. Those surnames are synonymous with two Premier League greats, Manchester United and England legend Wayne Rooney and cult hero and Leicester City star Jamie Vardy. In this instance however, it's the wives taking centre stage, Coleen Roney v Rebekah Vardy. Nakul and Simon discuss the incredible feud between Rooney and Vardy.
You can email us at operadefootball@outlook.com
13 Sept 2022
E2 - Ryan Giggs - Taboo Relations
In Episode 2 of Opéra de Football, we take a look at the downfall of Manchester United and Wales legend Ryan Giggs. Nakul and Simon discuss Ryan Giggs and his antics including his affair with his very own brother's wife.
You can email us at operadefootball@outlook.com
13 Sept 2022
E1 - Sven-Göran Eriksson - The Playboy of Football Managers
In Episode 1 of Opera de Football, we take a look at the frivolous life of former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson. Nakul and Simon discuss Sven's antics and multiple affairs whilst pondering over some of life's most important questions.
You can email us at operadefootball@outlook.com
2 Sept 2022
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Opera de Football. Where scandal meets the beautiful game. In this brand new series, we'll be taking a look and discussing some of the most scandalous stories involved football players and manager. There'll be a look at stories involving John Terry, Wayne Rooney, Kevin De Bruyne, Ryan Giggs and many more.
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