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Lucky for big blokes Jun 19, 2021

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Matt Davies-Adams, Duncan Alexander and Daniel Storey react to one of the most anticipated days of Euro 2020 so far.

Scotland take a point from Wembley as Steve Clarke’s bold selection pays off. Has Gareth Southgate been spooked by the anonymous Harry Kane? And is there much point in lionising Grealish when England function best as a team?

Group F on Saturday offers mouth-watering clashes between Hungary and France and Portugal up against Germany. Raphael Honigstein gives us his thoughts on what Jogi Low’s tactical approach should be against the holders.

Spain take on Poland where it’s Morata v Lewandowski – equals when it comes to international tournaments. And not in a good way.

Plus Blackburn’s Ben Brereton bags in the Copa America. And Duncan’s favourite thing about Jan Koller.

RUNNING ORDER:

• PART 1: England 0-0 Scotland (02m 30s)

• PART 2a: Croatia 1-1 Czech Republic (14m 30s)

• PART 2b: Sweden 1-0 Slovakia (18m 45s)

• PART 3a: Portugal v Germany preview with Raphael Honigstein (22m 30s)

• PART 3b: Hungary v France preview (32m 00s)

• PART 3c: Spain v Poland preview (34m 30s)

• PART 4: The odds with Paddy Power (37m 45s)

• PART 5: On This Day and Big Ben Brereton (39m 30s)

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Positive Scotland pants Jun 18, 2021

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Matt Davies Adams, Daniel Storey, and Carl Anka are here with the fall out from Thursday's action and to set you up for a big Friday.

On the show it was an emotional night in Copenhagen as Denmark played Belgium and united in celebration of Christian Eriksen after 10 minutes.

Elsewhere The Netherlands secured their place in the knockout stages with a 2-0 win over Austria. We ask if the draw is in the favour?

And we wave a fond farewell to North Macedonia who lost 2-1 to Ukraine.

Then it's all eyes to Wembley as England and Scotland ready themselves to do battle. To get the Scottish perspective we speak with Scotland and Chelsea midfielder, Erin Cuthbert, whilst back in the pod we assess Southgate's best full back options.

Plus there's previews on Croatia v Czech Republic and Sweden v Slovakia, and we ask what on earth Spurs are doing?

RUNNING ORDER

PART 1: Denmark 1-2 Belgium (02m 30s)
PART 2a: Netherlands 2-0 Austria (10m 10s)
PART 2b: North Macedonia 1-2 Ukraine (15m 00s)
PART 3a: England v Scotland preview with Erin Cuthbert (17m 30s)
PART 3b: Croatia v Czech Republic preview (32m 00s)
PART 3c: Sweden v Slovakia preview (33m 00s)
PART 4: The Odds with Paddy Power (36m 00s)
PART 5a: Sometimes maybe good (39m 00s)
PART 5b: 500 not out (44m 00s)

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A kick in the Zubkov Jun 17, 2021

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Matt Davies-Adams, Michael Cox and Sasha Goryunov are here as Wales arrive, Russia aren't Finnished, and Italy are livin la vida loca-telli.

First to Baku where Wales are beaming after their 2-0 victory over Turkey, we ask if this was one of the most impressive performances so far

As for Russia well they arrived too in St Petersburg and grabbed their first three points. Will a win be enough to see teams through to the knockout stages though?

And Italy gain a load of backers after their dominant performance over Switzerland - but should we believe the hype?

Elsewhere it's a big day for Denmark tomorrow as they play Belgium in Copenhagen. We speak with Danish commentator Niels Harild about the mood in the country.

It's an Arnautovic-less Austria taking on The Netherlands - will Frank de Boer give us more of the same chaos?

And finally Sasha brings a big tactics lesson on Ukraine v North Macedonia.

RUNNING ORDER:

• PART 1: Turkey 0-2 Wales (02m 30s)

• PART 2a: Finland 0-1 Russia (11m 00s)

• PART 2b: Italy 3-0 Switzerland (16m 00s)

• PART 3a: News! (22m 30s)

• PART 3b: Denmark v Belgium preview with Niels Harild (24m 00s)

• PART 3c: Austria v Netherlands preview (32m 30s)

• PART 3d: North Macedonia v Ukraine preview (37m 00s)

• PART 4: The odds with Paddy Power (40m 30s)

• PART 5a: Ramos and Rafa on the move (44m 00s)

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Coke cola Jun 16, 2021

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Matt Davies-Adams, Adam Crafton and Tom Williams react to a certain CR7's latest records and our first heavy weight fight.

Tuesday night brought us the good, the bad, and the possibly ugly as France beat Germany 1-0. We ask is this France instilling fear? Did Germany deserve a draw? And did Rudiger have a little nibble?

Speaking of bites, over in Hungary our early evening entertainment, well it didn't get going until 80 minutes in but not even the clock can beat Cristiano Ronaldo from breaking records.

Onto the next round then and it's all eyes on Italy who have really set a marker. Up next for them Switzerland who inspire an Orson Welles quote.

On the other side of the table it's the slightly more disappointing Wales and Turkey who face off.

And finally we finish with the Finnish as they take on Russia.

RUNNING ORDER:

• PART 1: France 1-0 Germany (02m 30s)

• PART 2a: Hungary 0-3 Portugal (13m 00s)

• PART 3a: Turkey v Wales preview with Yordi Yamali (21m 30s)

• PART 3b: Italy v Switzerland preview with James Horncastle (32m 00s)

• PART 3c: Finland v Russia preview (36m 30s)

• PART 4: The odds with Paddy Power (40m 30s)

• PART 5a: On This Day – France secure their place in the knockout round of Euro 2000 (42m 50s)

• PART 5b: Rash Predictions (47m 00s)

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Binary solo Jun 15, 2021

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Matt Davies-Adams, Duncan Alexander and Dom Fifield react to a day of record-breaking goals and record-breaking passes at Euro 2020.

The Tartan Army’s return to tournament football is an unhappy one as Patrick Schick inspires Czech Republic to victory from the halfway line. Did Scotland prove they are genuinely unlucky? Or are they just not clinical enough?

Sweden channel their inner Palace to stifle Spain and draw 0-0 in Seville. Alexander Isak looks the real deal, Alvaro Morata – not so much.

Slovakia overcome Poland who continue to struggle for goals at major tournaments, even with Lewandowski.

France face Germany on Tuesday – with the Mbappe Giroud spat stealing focus, is there a chance Les Bleus could implode?

And Hungary will face Portugal in front of 60,000 fans in Budapest. Tomasz Mortimer tells us how far the national side have come in a short period of time.

RUNNING ORDER:

• PART 1: Scotland 0-2 Czech Republic (04m 30s)

• PART 2a: Spain 0-0 Sweden (14m 00s)

• PART 2b: Poland 1-2 Slovakia (20m 00s)

• PART 3a: France v Germany preview (26m 30s)

• PART 3b: Hungary v Portugal preview with Tomasz Mortimer (32m 00s)

• PART 4: The odds with Paddy Power (42m 30s)

• PART 5: On This Day – England 2-0 Scotland (44m 30s)

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Contemplating the risky text Jun 14, 2021

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Matt Davies-Adams is in the hot seat in the company of Carl Anka and Daniel Storey after a dazzling Day 3 at Euro 2020.

England exercise real control and relaxation in their opening game as they defeat Croatia at Wembley. A great day for Phillips and Mings as Southgate’s team selection is completely vindicated. And he can afford to not even use Grealish or Sancho.

Netherlands and Ukraine contest the game of the tournament so far as the Dutch win 3-2 in Amsterdam. And an angry Arnautovic seals victory for Austria over North Macedonia. Which is more interesting than their kit or nickname.

Scotland’s first tournament game in 23 years is against the Czech Republic on Monday. The most important game they’ll play in this group stage?

And Spain and Sweden face off in Group E with Morata and Isak both looking to show their worth.

RUNNING ORDER:

• PART 1: England 1-0 Croatia (03m 30s)

• PART 2a: Netherlands 3-2 Ukraine (19m 00s)

• PART 2b: Austria 3-1 North Macedonia (23m 00s)

• PART 3a: Scotland v Czech Republic preview with JJ Bull (29m 00s)

• PART 3b: Spain v Sweden preview with Frida Fagerlund (39m 00s)

• PART 3c: Poland v Slovakia preview (47m 30s)

• PART 4: The odds with Paddy Power (50m 00s)

• PART 5: On This Day – Pearce versus headbutts (52m 30s)

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Traumatic and frantic Jun 13, 2021

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Jimbo, Daniel Storey and Tom Williams reflect on a day overshadowed by the dramatic collapse of Christian Eriksen.

Denmark’s star man is thankfully in a stable condition after requiring CPR on the pitch against Finland.

Away from Copenhagen, Belgium dismantle Russia and Wales are fortunate to escape with a draw against Switzerland, thanks to the efforts of Kieffer Moore and Danny Ward. But did Robert Page get his selection wrong?

England v Croatia is the big game on Sunday. Juraj Vrdoliak tells us about a team in transition since the World Cup, while the FA once again clarify the meaning behind taking the knee.

Plus a big day for North Macedonia and some bold predictions from De Boer.

RUNNING ORDER:

• PART 1: The collapse of Christian Eriksen (01m 00s)

• PART 2a: Belgium 3-0 Russia (08m 30s)

• PART 2b: The booing of the knee continues (12m 30s)

• PART 2c: Wales 1-1 Switzerland (15m 30s)

• PART 3a: England v Croatia preview with Juraj Vrdoliak (22m 00s)

• PART 3b: Netherlands v Ukraine preview (32m 30s)

• PART 3c: Austria v North Macedonia preview with Filip Mishov (36m 00s)

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Paint rude images into nice images Jun 12, 2021

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Jimbo, Duncan Alexander and Sasha Goryunov react to the opening night at Euro 2020 and look ahead to Day 2.

Italy make dark horses Turkey look pony with a dominant display in Rome. James Horncastle joins us after the 3-0 win on Friday as the Azzurri shatter their own stereotypes with an adventurous performance.

Saturday’s a landmark day for followers of Finland, with their first ever game at a major tournament against Denmark. With a daunting fixture list, Ari Virtanen isn’t optimistic they can do an Iceland.

Plus netting, accreditation controversy and a bad day for Howard Webbs.

RUNNING ORDER:

• PART 1a: The opening ceremony gets us underway (02m 00s)

• PART 1b: Turkey 0-3 Italy with James Horncastle (05m 00s)

• PART 2a: On This Day – Poland versus Howard Webb (13m 00s)

• PART 2b: Belgium v Russia preview (16m 30s)

• PART 2c: Denmark v Finland preview with Ari Virtanen (19m 30s)

• PART 2d: Wales v Switzerland preview (27m 30s)

• PART 3: The odds with Paddy Power (32m 30s)

• PART 4: Controversy between Azerbaijan & Russia (35m 30s)

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Woo indeed Jun 08, 2021

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Jimbo brings you Part 2 of our Euro 2020 preview with Duncan Alexander, Julien Laurens and a motley crew of continental experts.

Group F is the group of death. Is victory a foregone conclusion for France? Will Benzema rock the boat or rock the tournament? Raphael Honigstein tells us why Germany are feeling fearful.

In Group C, we’ve got some frank opinions on De Boer and Holland and some high hopes for Malinovskyi and Ukraine.

Luis Enrique might be great but Covid-19 is playing havoc with Spain’s preparations – could Sweden take advantage in Group E?

Plus how Kevin Davies could be the English Goran Pandev. And why Robert Lewandowski is the Polish Martin Peters.

RUNNING ORDER:

• PART 1a: Group F – France, Portugal & Hungary (05m 00s)

• PART 1b: Group F – Germany feeling fearful, with Rafa Honigstein (19m 30s)

• PART 2a: Group C – Netherlands preview, with Michiel Jongsma (28m 00s)

• PART 2b: Group C – Ukraine preview with Sasha Goryunov (36m 30s)

• PART 2b: Group C – North Macedonia & Austria (42m 30s)

• PART 3a: Group E – Sweden – dark horses? (46m 30s)

• PART 3b: Group E – Spain’s chaotic build-up, with Alvaro Romeo (49m 30s)

• PART 3c: Group E – Poland & Slovakia (57m 00s)

• PART 4: The odds with Paddy Power (59m 30s)

• PART 5: Tournament fever rising (61m 00s)

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About to do a madness Jun 07, 2021

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Jimbo’s back with part 1 of our preview of Euro 2020, in the company of Michael Cox, Tom Williams and Sasha Goryunov.

The Three Lions head into essentially a home tournament as favourites. Paul Ince tells us what life inside the camp was like at Euro 96.

Are England and Croatia worse than we think they are? And are Scotland and Czech Republic better?

Can Wales match their semi-final exploits of 5 years ago, with or without a striker? They’re in the same group as a young Turkey side who we’re very excited about watching.

James Horncastle gives us the latest on Roberto Mancini’s Italy, unbeaten in 3 years and finally building the team around their best players.

Kristof Terreur explains why Belgium’s golden generation are keen to play down their chances of a first major tournament victory.

Plus how Michael incurred the wrath of the Finnish football fans.

RUNNING ORDER:

• PART 1a: Looking forward to the Euros but not the mascots (02m 00s)

• PART 1b: Group D – England the favourites, with Paul Ince (05m 45s)

• PART 1c: Group D – Scotland, Croatia & Czech Republic (19m 00s)

• PART 2a: Group A – Wales, Turkey & Switzerland (25m 00s)

• PART 2b: Group A – James Horncastle on Italy’s chances (36m 00s)

• PART 3a: Group B – Denmark & Finland (46m 30s)

• PART 3b: Group B – Kristof Terreur on Belgium’s golden generation (52m 00s)

• PART 3c: Group B – Sasha’s beloved Russia (57m 30s)