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noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:45:00 +0000

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Prem preview 2007/08

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 21:05:00 +0000

After a lazy summer break we're back with a preview of the new Premier League season, a rundown of the strange goings-on around the football universe and an announcement that will shake the football podcast community to its very core.

Enjoy the show,

Alex R, Alex K (yes, he's back...sort of), Chris and Noel.

EPISODE SUMMER 07:1

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Sat, 23 Jun 2007 17:40:00 +0000

In a Summer (Not So) Special Episode of TBG, hear what Arsenal fan Ian Trevett makes of THIERRY HENRY'S transfer to Barcelona.

South American football expert TIM VICKERY previews the Copa America which kicks off on Tuesday.

BBC Sport Online journalist Chris Bevan gives us the lowdown on Manchester City's summer of turmoil.

And I party with the Real Madrid fans as they celebrate their first La Liga triumph for 4 years.

Thanks for listening,

Chris

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noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 11 Jun 2007 15:37:00 +0000

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EPISODE 2:38

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 11 Jun 2007 12:33:00 +0000

England get Beck to basics as McClaren's men regain focus on their Euro vision

Real are in Ruud health. Van Nistelrooy keeps Madrid on course for La Liga glory

And we celebrate football's golden oldies; the players for whom age is no barrier

Thanks for listening top our final show of 2006/07. We'll be back next season with occasional updates throughout the summer.

Cheers

Alex and Chris (Noel is already on holiday)

Episode 2:37

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 15:02:00 +0000

On this week's show...

It's a Hollywood script for LA-bound Beckham as the former England captain lives up to his billing at Wembley - but will there be a happy ending in Estonia?

We celebrate the AWOL footballers who tried to sell their clubs a dummy.

And orators or useless debaters? There are heated points of view in Defend Your Corner.

Enjoy the show.

Alex, Chris and Noel

EPISODE 2:36

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 28 May 2007 16:15:00 +0000

This week on The Beautiful Game

Steve McClaren mends it with Beckham. The former England captain is called on to save the coach who jettisoned him

It's Derby day as County beat West Brom to gain promotion to the Premiership

Liverpool are out of luck as Inzaghi shoulders responsibility for European champions Milan

And we reveal why Nuno Morais doesn't expect to be a Chelsea pensioner.

Thanks for listening and enjoy the show

Cheers

Chris & Noel (Alex R is in Italy and Alex K has given up :(

If you want to get in touch about anything footy please join The Beautiful Game Podcast group on facebook.com, leave us a comment on myspace.com/beautifulgamepodcast or drop us an email to beautifulgamepodcast@yahoo.co.uk. You can also leave us a voicemail. UK callers please dial: 0208 1442569, US callers please dial 606 341 2238; calls cost normal price of a phonecall.) Wherever you are in the world you can SKYPE us for free at TBGPODCAST.

GOODBYE & GOOD LUCK

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Sun, 20 May 2007 19:00:00 +0000

Hi all,

As you’ll hear on this week’s show (TBG 2:35) I’ve decided to stop doing the podcast. This hasn’t been an easy decision to make, although the rationale behind it is actually rather simple – the show’s recorded during the day on Monday, and this is a day that I now have to work on.

When we started doing the show back in January 2006 all our schedules were the same. All four of us work at the weekend, with Monday being the day we all had free. Even if I worked on a Monday, my shift pattern still allowed me to record the show. But since I changed jobs in March I find myself working almost every Monday (my next one off is in mid-July, while the other three lads’ schedules are the same).

It’s almost 18 months since I came up with the idea of doing a football podcast. I’d scoured iTunes and the rest of the web for a decent show, but to no avail. I felt there must be at least a few people around the world feeling likewise so decided to ask Chris, Noel and Alex R (who joined the show a little later as he was out of the country when we began) if they fancied putting something together.

I think that what had transpired since then has been a success and hope you feel likewise. The amount of work Chris, Noel and Alex R have put it to the show is absolutely phenomenal, and I’d like to thank them all for producing a podcast of the highest quality. If our real jobs didn’t get in the way I think TBG could have been even better, but I’m extremely happy with how things have turned out.

I wanted us to do a show that was a little bit different – with no ranting and swearing. I wanted it to be offbeat and irreverent, while still being informative and, occasionally, even entertaining. It’s always been a hard balance to maintain, but I think the lads have done a magnificent job in getting it just right. Chris, Noel and Alex R all stamped their unique characters on the show. Their research, writing, production and presentation skills are all very different, but always of the highest quality.

I’d also like to thank my wife Angela – who can be heard at the start of each episode reminding you what you’re listening to – for all her patience. It took some serious hours to get the show up and running, and she was always very understanding and supportive.

Finally, I’d like to thank all our listeners for the tremendous support you’ve given us. We’ve never made a penny from the show (indeed, we’ve lost a fair bit!), and it’s purely the kind words and knowledgeable comments from fans all over the world that have kept us going.

It’s been a brilliant experience being part of TBG and thank you so much for making it so enjoyable. Your support has helped our show (independently produced and never advertised) compete with the podcasts put together by national newspapers and global media organisations.

So wherever you are, and whoever you support, please keep enjoying The Beautiful Game

Alex K

EPISODE 2:35

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Sun, 20 May 2007 17:56:00 +0000

This week on The Beautiful Game

Drogba and Chelsea make Wembley history as Manchester United's double vision fades

Liverpool aim for 6 of the best, but will Kaka and Milan block their path to glory. We've got an exclusive interview with MARK LAWRENSON

It's a pooch invasion as we reveal the footballers' dogs who'll never walk alone

And Alex K says farewell to The Beautiful Game

Thanks for listening, Chris, Alex R & Alex K

Episode 2:34

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 14 May 2007 17:17:00 +0000

Premier departure - Sheffield United's labour is in vain as Wigan get the vote.

There'll be no domestic bliss at the home of football this weekend as Manchester United and Chelsea prepare for a Wembley cup final once more.

And we reveal which footballer you should never invite to lunch.

Enjoy the show,

Noel, Chris and Alex R (Alex K has been deported!)

PS. Note to all Premiership football managers - please do not get the sack or resign just hours after we've recorded the show. It makes us look bad. Thanks.

http://www.podshow.com/shows/?mode=detail&episode_id=60902

Episode 2:33

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Tue, 08 May 2007 17:40:00 +0000

It's a turf war in the Premiership as West Ham's relegation rivals seek a level playing field through the courts.

A United front proves decisive in the title race as Chelsea are dethroned amid disharmony.

And Charlton's time at the top table is over. Any one of three other clubs could be starved of Premiership football next season.

Enjoy the show!

Alex R and Noel (Chris and Alex K are away this week)

Episode 2:32

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 13:15:00 +0000

Take it as Red - late drama at Goodison leaves Manchester United on brink of title as Chelsea falter.

But who will be kings of the continent? We preview the Champions League semi-final 2nd legs.

Back in the big time. Birmingham and Sunderland return to the Premiership as Leeds hit new low.

And playing the Blame Game. From bald heads to bouncy balls; where do football's sorest losers point the finger?

Enjoy the show.

Cheers

Chris & Alex R, (Alex K is in China and Noel is moving house)

Episode 2:31

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 23 Apr 2007 16:31:00 +0000

English clubs are in fashion, but can Milan steal the show in Europe? We look ahead to the Champions League semi-finals.

Battle lines are drawn in the Premiership title race as Manchester United and Chelsea suffer a points failure, while Watford's season of woe ends in relegation.

And we reveal why it's not always an honour to be called the next Maradona.

Enjoy the show.

Cheers

Chris, Alex K, Alex R and Noel

Episode 2:30

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 16 Apr 2007 11:06:00 +0000

It’s the cup of plenty for Manchester United and Chelsea as they remain on a collision course in domestic and European competition - BBC pundit and former FA Cup finalist Gavin Peacock gives us his views on the weekend’s semi-finals.

Blades of Glory – Sheffield United give relegation rivals West Ham a Tonge lashing in the Premiership.

A devilishly good Arsenal take Arsene Wenger to hell and back.

And we wax lyrical about all things Brazilian (in the absence of any Romanian news).

Enjoy the show!

Cheers,

Alex K & Noel

Episode 2:30

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SEVILLA SEVER SPURS DREAMS

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 21:58:00 +0000

Unable to get a ticket, I've just returned from watching the Tottenham-Sevilla game in the pub. A 2-2 draw on the night meant a 4-3 aggregate defeat, and I'm absolutely gutted that all dreams of silverware are over for another season.

Having blown a 2-0 lead against Arsenal in the Carling Cup semi-finals, and a 3-1 advantage over Chelsea in the FA Cup quarter-finals, it's once more a case of what might have been.

This time defeat was not all of Spurs' own doing. A scandalous penalty decision in the first leg turned the tie, but I have to admit the team who sit second only to Barcelona in Spain's La Liga were deserved winners.

For what it's worth I have loved every minute of the European adventure. I've sampled the delights of Prague and Sevilla; not just splendid cities, but football clubs with a proud tradition and magnificent fans. Here's hoping Spurs can somehow finish 6th in the Premiership (or 7th if that proves enough) and set up another continental adventure for 2007/08.

Chris, TBG

Episode 2:29

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:46:00 +0000

English supporters suffer at the hands of brute force in Europe as they discover there's no place like Rome.

It's squeaky bum time in the Premiership title race after Manchester United allow Chelsea to halve the gap.

The Addicks acquire an unbeaten habit to move out of the relegation zone.

And Tales of the Unexpected - we discuss some of football's more memorable U-turns.

Enjoy the show,

Noel and Alex R (Chris and Alex K will be back soon)

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THE PAIN IN SPAIN

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 03:19:00 +0000

I have literally just returned from my trip to Sevilla where unfortunately crowd trouble marred the first leg of Tottenham's 2-1 UEFA Cup defeat. I had a great view of the situation, but was luckily far enough away not to be involved. The only bit I can't be sure of is why the riot police turned up. I had seen no trouble before their arrival, but when they moved into position their presence seemed to provoke the trouble. Many Spurs fans had the time and space to get away from the situation before it degenerated, but a small handful - maybe 20 - decided to take the police on. Unfortunately some who were unable to get away also ended up being hit by batons; these people included a fan in a wheelchair, someone who slipped as they tried to retreat and a young lady. I make no excuses for those who simply wanted to have a go at the police, but I do feel the situation was badly handled. There were few stewards and no segregation in the stadium - but there was no trouble BETWEEN fans. In the first 20 minutes of the game before the riot police arrived, and in the second half when they were absent, Sevilla and Tottenham fans sat pretty much side-by-side with no hint of trouble. You can see the video footage I managed to shoot of the incident at myspace.com/beautifulgamepodcast and on YouTube at beautifulgamepodcast. (NB: Please be warned you can hear some foul language from some fans nearby).

Chris

Episode 2:28

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 15:08:00 +0000

National lampoon - Steve McClaren is brow-beaten in Barcelona as England face the unthinkable prospect of swapping Euro 2008 for a European vacation next summer.

Some forward thinking from Carlos Tevez and Darren Bent puts West Ham and Charlton within striking distance of Premiership safety.

And we boldly take our interactivity to a new level as we answer YOUR questions in Defend Your Corner and let YOU decide the winner.

Enjoy the show,

Chris & Noel (both Alexs had better things to do this week)

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Episode 2:27

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 15:59:00 +0000

The Promised Bland - England's star wanes further in Israel; now they must avoid making a mountain out of an Andorran molehill.

The new Wembley can cater for 8,000 beer drinkers a minute, but is it the best stadium in the world? Probably.

And Romario's feeling grand - we pay homage to the Brazilian godfather of goals as he nears a dubious landmark.

Enjoy the show,

Noel, Alex R, Alex K & Chris

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Episode 2:26

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 17:34:00 +0000

We're on the Mark with the Beeb's finest - as Pougatch gives us the lowdown on England's Euro 2008 chances, while Bright talks about being the first goalscorer at the new Wembley.

In the Premiership, Ronaldo makes a dash for the title as Manchester United take the michael out of Bolton.

And from blasphemy to pornography: we reveal the eccentric club owners who take the bored out of boadroom.

Enjoy the show!

Alex K, Alex R, Chris & Noel

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Episode 2:25

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 19:32:00 +0000

The Greek gods smile on England as the Champions' League draw raises hope of an all-Premiership final in Athens.

It's the Bridge of sighs for Spurs as they blow a two-goal lead at Chelsea in the FA Cup.

There may be Treble ahead for Manchester United, who earn a replay against bogey side Boro.

And it all gets Messi at the Nou Camp on a high-profile weekend across Europe.

Enjoy the show,

Noel, Alex R, Chris and Alex K

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Episode 2:24

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 19:41:00 +0000

Johnny Come Lately - O'Shea's stoppage-time strike keeps Manchester United on course for the Premiership title

It's a Hammer horror show at Upton Park as West Ham blow more than bubbles.

We get a BBC World view on British chances in this week's European competition.

And we reveal the origins behind Brazil's yellow shirts and David James' diverse choice in books

Enjoy the show,

Noel, Alex R, Chris and Alex K

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Episode 2:23

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 26 Feb 2007 18:38:00 +0000

It's the Carnage Cup final as John Terry is knocked out and three players sent off as Chelsea triumph.

Sweet Valley High - Charlton enjoy home comfort in their must-win relegation tussle but it's a miserable return for West Ham manager Alan Curbishley.

Ryan is Taylor-made to provide Wigan cheer in their relegation fight.

And we give your ears a break as we let some of our loyal listeners takeover the airways!

Enjoy the show,

Alex K, Alex R, Chris & Noel

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Episode 2:22

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Tue, 20 Feb 2007 17:42:00 +0000

Liverpool's Bellamy puts a new spin on the club vs country debate.

Oh, do we have to? Man Utd & Arsenal face FA Cup replays, while Chelsea reach the last eight.

In Spain, Golden Balls sees red, while Inter leave Serie A feeling black & blue.

And move over the Johnstone's Paint Trophy..........the Champions League is back!

Enjoy the show,

Alex & Alex

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Episode 2:21

noreply@blogger.com (TBG) — Mon, 12 Feb 2007 21:31:00 +0000

O Lame! England try to excuse their Spanish imposition as McClaren comes under some not-so friendly fire

Yanks a lot! Gillett and Hicks become the latest Americans to own a Premiership club.

Wat a result! The Hornets beat the Hammers in a relegation six-pointer.

And a team from the Far East turns London into the Wild West as China’s tour goes from sweet to sour.

Enjoy the show,

Alex K, Alex R & Noel

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