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Football Weekly Was this the best week of the season so far? – Football Weekly Extra podcast
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Nov 20, 2025 
Join Paul Watson, a diligent football journalist and organizer of the Kitmas charity, along with witty commentator Barry Glendenning and tactical expert Seb Hutchinson. They delve into a thrilling international break, celebrating Scotland and Ireland's victories, and contrasting fan expectations. Spotlighting dramatic moments like Curacao’s qualification drama and Iraq's heart-stopping win, they also discuss the return of the Premier League, dissecting Arsenal's concerns and Spurs' fragility. Plus, enjoy a touching segment on the Kitmas initiative, giving kids new shirts for the holidays!
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Curaçao's European-Born Squad
- Paul Watson explains Curaçao's squad is largely Netherlands-born players of Curaçao heritage.
- He notes sports-passport changes and Dick Advocaat's surprising informal approach to taking the job.
Haiti's Phone-Huddle Celebration
- Barry Glendenning describes Haiti celebrating qualification while huddled around a phone for other results.
- He highlights Dukens Nazon's dressing-room speech that galvanised the team.
Suriname's Painful Path To Playoffs
- Paul Watson contrasts Suriname's late-match collapse with unexpected qualification via an own goal.
- He recalls players not celebrating the goal that ultimately sent them to the intercontinental playoff.