Total Soccer Show: USMNT, Champions League, EPL, and more ... Previewing the Manchester Derby, AFCON Final, and more! | The Week Ender
Jan 16, 2026
The hosts dive deep into the highly anticipated Manchester derby, exploring injury challenges and match predictions. The captivating AFCON final preview highlights Morocco's strong form against Senegal. Bundesliga matchups are also on the radar, with a focus on Bayern's dominance and Leipzig's notable returns. A fun math quiz keeps the mood light, testing trivia knowledge on players and managers. All this is rounded out with engaging Discord suggestions and intriguing manager narratives!
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Derby Chaos Overrides Form
- The Manchester derby often defies form and can produce either a narrow upset or a comprehensive City win.
- Joe and Ryan expect City to win comfortably but note derbies introduce chaotic intangibles.
City's Vulnerable Defense Opens Opportunities
- Manchester City's injury-hit backline raises a plausible route for United on the break.
- Still, City remain favorites due to overall squad quality and recent derby records.
Bayern's Historic Bundesliga Dominance
- Bayern Munich are historically dominant this Bundesliga season with a massive expected goal differential.
- Leipzig remain interesting but typically fall short versus Bayern.