The Unprofessionals Podcast

A quick pod with some updates about this feed and what we'll be using it for moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Blaugranes show, I chat with Nick Batlle. We discuss the Barcelona transfers this summer and how Ilkay Gundogan can help the midfield battle with Real Madrid for years to come and if he’s a better option for the club moving forward than Lionel Messi. We chat about Saudi Arabia and the players they’re poaching from European football, how does this impact the modern footballer’s decision-making process? We end with discussing the USMNT and the re-hiring of Gregg Berhalter. Safe to say, Nick isn’t a fan. Nevertheless, let’s dive into it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Blaugranes show, I chat about Lionel Messi’s move to Inter Miami. Why this is the best move for him and more. Then a little transfer recap and what Barcelona should look to offload this summer. Before finally discussing Real Madrid’s Jude move and what it means for the midfield battle in Spain moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Blaugranes show, I chat about Barcelona securing the La Liga title. It’s a momentous occasion for a club that’s seen many lows over the last few years, so let’s celebrate. Then dive into the news that Alemany is returning to the club surprisingly and some silly Joshua Kimmich rumors. Finally, a Jordi Alba meeting and Champions League recaps. Thank you Pep that Real Madrid won’t have a chance to overshadow Barca's league win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Blaugranes show, I chat about the Barcelona results from the past week which means they're nearly at the La Liga title. Given that, was this year a success for Xavi? Yes, we have a La Liga title basically wrapped up, but all knockout competitions ended in disappointment. What does this mean for Xavi heading into next season? Plus, with Lionel Messi being suspended by PSG, does this mean his coming to Barcelona is a done deal? Or is Saudi Arabia the final destination? Also, we take a look at the Champions League semifinal matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Blaugranes show, I chat with Nick Batlle. We talk about the possibilities of Lionel Messi returning this summer and what that would do to the tactics of the club. Specifically what it would do it the likes of Raphina and Ferran are on the way out. How would Xavi make that attack and crowded midfield function? We then dive into the weekend’s fixture with Atletico Madrid and the players returning from injury. Finally, we recap the Champions League fixtures and collectively hope that Pep Guardiola can knockout Real Madrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Blaugranes show, I chat about Chelsea reportedly approaching Gavi about a potential deal this summer. Also, chat about the Blues being interested in Raphina after missing out on him last year. There’s also some good news that Pedri and De Jong are returning against Atletico. Finally, little Champions League and Europa League recap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Blaugranes show, I chat about Barcelona getting a helping hand from Villareal over the weekend. They now have a chance to create a 15-point gap at the top of the league, will they capitalize today? Then discuss the report that Lionel Messi is still awaiting a call from Laporta, what’s the holdup? Then dive into the Champions League matchups this week and what to look forward to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Blaugranes show, I chat about the terrible week in Barcelona land. First off, we gotta talk about the terrible 4-0 loss to Real Madrid in the final Clasico of the season. Why were some of the lineup choices made by Xavi? Why does Barca have no ice in knockout competitions? Then I chat about the rumors about Barca asking the whole squad to take a pay cut and La Liga perhaps changing the salary limits for the summer. Plus Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe news. Finally, previewing the weekend in football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Blaugranes show, I chat about the weekend in Barcelona news. First I gotta break down a dominant Barcelona showing that saw them score four and keep Real at arm’s distance in the league. Then some reported news that sponsors could be involved in being able to fund a deal for Messi to return to Barcelona. Finally, an El Clasico preview and recap of the weekend in football. Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, and more here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Blaugranes show, I interview Emile Avanessian. Emile recently wrote a piece on if Barcelona Femeni Is Ready To Make The Climb. This time around Emile and I discuss the massive win for Barca Femeni over Roma in the Champions League. Emile was at the match and we get a feel of how the squad looked in yet another dominant performance. Then we dive into Spain looking like garbage against Scotland, Barca’s injuries heading into next week’s Clasico, and finally some NBA chat cause why not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Blaugranes show, I chat about the weekend in Barcelona news. Breaking down Ferran Torres not wanting to leave Barca this summer, Aubu wanting to come back to the Camp Nou, Gundegan completing the perfect midfield, and the Sergio deadline. Then I dive into the Lionel Messi scenarios and break down the weekend that was in Euro qualifiers. Including Spain finally looking entertaining, England and Italy taking care of business and the outlook for the final two matchdays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Blaugranes show, I chat about Joan Laporta finally admitting that he needs to work on repairing the Lionel Messi and Barcelona relationship. I dive into come of the scandalous details of the UEFA investigation and “threats” of a European ban for Barcelona. Finally, some of the injury details from Christensen and the EURO qualifiers getting started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Blaugranes show, I chat about the season-defining win for Barcelona in the Clasico. The 2-1 win over Real Madrid puts them 12 points clear at the top of the league heading into the international break. I also preview the upcoming Champions League fixtures and highlight the best international matchups as Euro Qualification kicks off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Blaugranes podcast, I’m joined by Nick Batlle who’s in Barcelona for the Clasico. We chat about his trip and some of the good food and Spanish specialties he plans to enjoy while in the city. We discuss the ideal lineup for Xavi’s men given the injury problems as well as the goal-scoring issues. Then we discuss the USMNT and the new World Cup format, before Clasico predictions time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Blaugranes podcast, I recap Barcelona’s 1-0 win over Athletic Club. They set a La Liga record for goals allowed, but what about our main goalscorer? What’s going on with Robert Lewandowski? Then we chat about BarcaGate and do a Monday morning Centreback recap of the weekend fixtures around Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Barca Blaugranes podcast, I interview Emile Avanessian. Emile recently wrote a piece on Barça Femeni’s Return to Camp Nou and the Bonafide Stardom of Claudia Pina. This time around Emile and I discuss the recent run of form for Barcelona and how scraping by has treated the fanbase. We chat about the injuries on the pitch and how much we plan on funding for the Joao Cancelo transfer we need this summer. Finally, we chat about the week in the Champions League and some NBA chit-chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Blaugranes podcast, I recap the last week in Barca land. Including a few minutes on the implications of the Manchester United loss, how in the world we lost to Almeria, and a nice discussion of Xavi’s match management and ability to make adjustments. Then I spend some time on a wonderful Clasico win that saw Barcelona dominate defensively and hold on for dear life. Finally, a trip around Europe for some previews of the weekend’s biggest matches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Barca Blaugranes podcast, I’m joined by Colin Damms of the Busby Babe to recap the thrilling draw between Manchester United and Barcelona the Camp Nou. Who should be happier with the draw? How big of a deal is it that Barca will be without Pedri and Gavi in the return leg next week? And of course, predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Barca Blaugranes podcast, I’m joined by Nick Batlle to chat about the gap Barcelona have been able to open up in the league without Ousmane Dembele. What’s the best attack without the Frenchman? And what’s the go-to back four given all we’ve seen? Also, are we watching the last few months of Ansu Fati at Barcelona? Let’s get into it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices