

Football Vision
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Weekly podcast, with host Phil Costa, covering all the leading stories from European football and beyond, with insight, opinions and some laughs from experts who know their subjects best.
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Jun 11, 2025 • 56min
Transfer Table: Wirtz, Cherki and Real Madrid Rebuild
On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil is joined by football writer Sam Tighe to discuss the early transfer window moves (and some speculation). Topics include: Real Madrid rebuilding their defence, paying for Trent Alexander-Arnold, Manchester City going full project youth, Chelsea doing Chelsea things, Leroy Sane earning a fortune in Turkey, Joan Garcia swapping Espanyol for Barcelona, and some exciting young players to watch out for. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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May 29, 2025 • 53min
Champions League Final Preview: PSG v Inter
On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Jonathan Johnson and Francesco Porzio to talk all things PSG and Inter ahead of their Champions League final on Saturday. Starting off with a look-back on the season, conversation moves onto their preferred starting XIs, potential difference makers and any weaknesses that could be exploited by the opposition - there's even room for managerial chat as well. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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May 20, 2025 • 58min
Europa League Final Preview: Manchester United v Tottenham
On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Finn (@AcademyScoop) and Marcus Buckland to talk all things Manchester United and Tottenham ahead of their Europa League final on Saturday. Starting off with a look-back on the season, conversation moves onto their preferred starting XIs, potential difference makers and any weaknesses that could be exploited by the opposition - there's even room for managerial chat as well. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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May 9, 2025 • 24min
PSG vs Arsenal: Familiar Failings Exposed In Paris
On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil goes solo with his thoughts on Arsenal's 2-1 defeat (3-1 on aggregate) against PSG in the Champions League semi-final. Topics include their early period of dominance, finding Gigi Donnarumma in inspired form, PSG wrestling back control, why their attacking failings were exposed again, what work needs to be done in the transfer market, Mikel Arteta's future and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Apr 24, 2025 • 1h 12min
Right To Dream Academy: Potential, Education and Changing The World
On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil is joined by Jeremy Seethal (Global Head of Scouting at Right To Dream) to discuss the academy's incredible growth and impact over the last 25 years. Topics include why they want to platform African talent, what their scouting process involves, their relationship with FC Nordsjælland, breaking the stigma about multi-club models, Muhammed Kudus, Simon Adingra and other success stories - plus their plans for the future. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Apr 17, 2025 • 1h 11min
Scouting Sessions: Liam Delap and Konstantinos Karetsas
On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Jake Entwistle to discuss Ipswich striker Liam Delap who is set for a summer move after impressing in his debut Premier League. For part two of the show, Stephen Kountourou joins the show to discuss Genk's teenage playmaker Konstantinos Karetsas who is impressing in Belgium and for the Greek national team.
Host: Phil Costa
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Apr 9, 2025 • 23min
Arsenal vs Real Madrid: Rice Inspires Historic Win
On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil goes solo with his thoughts on Arsenal's 3-0 win over Real Madrid in the Champions League. Topics include Declan Rice scoring two bangers, Myles Lewis-Skelly looking natural at the elite level, Mikel Merino's development at centre forward, Jurrien Timber, some love for Mikel Arteta, why the tie isn't over and more.DONATION LINK FOR THE ARSENAL FOUNDATION HERE: https://www.justgiving.com/page/avp2025 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 3, 2025 • 1h 9min
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Real Madrid: The Liverpool View
On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil is joined by Liverpool writer Bence Bocsak to discuss Trent Alexander-Arnold and his impending move to Real Madrid. Topics include updates on the current situation, the angry reaction from Liverpool fans, whether or not he's tainted his legacy, what the future holds for Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and more.DONATION LINK FOR THE ARSENAL FOUNDATION HERE: https://www.justgiving.com/page/avp2025 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 1, 2025 • 56min
Jake Schuster Exclusive: Gemini Sports and The Future of Recruitment
On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Jake Schuster (Founder and CEO at Gemini Sports) to discuss the world of data, recruitment and AI. Topics include starting out in sports science, what inspired him to build his business, wanting to make scouting more accessible, which clubs have good processes and what the future of recruitment and squad building looks like. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Mar 20, 2025 • 60min
Puskas, Postecoglou and Australia: An Icon Down Under
On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Australian football journalist Joey Lynch to discuss Ferenc Puskas and his weird and wonderful time at South Melbourne Hellas. Topics include why Puskas the player deserves more respect, his turbulent international career, hating fitness drills, loving read meat and influencing Ange Postecoglou who went on to have a stellar coaching career. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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