World Football ETC
Hopes & dreams; society & cultures - what global football offers above all is an entry point to people across the world. Join journalists Paul Schmidt-Troschke, Jon Bonfiglio, and football expert Declan Link - alongside a host of special guests - on this unique take on all things related to the international footballing landscape.
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Episodes
286 episodes
LIVE IN LONDON: Veteran Sports Journalist Tony Banks & the English Subbuteo Association
Live in London with veteran journalist and representative of the English Subbuteo Association Tony Banks. For more information go to https://www.englishsubbuteoassociation.com/items-1 or email subbuteo.london@gmail.com
REACTION: Slow Start for Klopp's German Era; Ireland vs. Israel Turbulence Ongoing
World Football ETC is back for continuing coverage of the Nations League, and related, emerging topics.
REACTION: England vs. Spain
Reaction and analysis after the Nations League opener between England and Spain.
FEATURE SERIES: Football in Latin America - The Cardinal Sins of Mexico's Football Federation
With football expert Mario Paul Pfeiffer, World Football ETC continues its new weekly series on football across Latin America, its place in society, its links to politics and history, and many of the unique stories that lie under the surface. I...
LIVE IN LONDON: Fulham Legend Les Strong
Football expert Declan Link speaks to Fulham Legend Les Strong, at a special live recording of World Football ETC in London, alongside the England vs. Spain UEFA Nations League matches. 1/4
SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Simon Hodge - 25 Years in Football: Coaching, Education & Community Development - Part Two
Simon Hodge has over 25 years’ experience working in football, sport, education and community development, developing players, coaches and people across grassroots, academy and community football. His career has included coaching and leadership...
DISCUSSION: 100 Years at the San Siro; Messi's international Farewell; Klopp's First Matches; Israel vs. Ireland; Repercussions from the Madrid Derby; Infantino Invites "Independent Inquiry"
Ahead of the new and extended international break, World Football ETC returns for a weekly look at the stories for the world's main leagues, and more.
SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Simon Hodge - 25 Years in Football: Coaching, Education & Community Development - Part One
Simon Hodge has over 25 years’ experience working in football, sport, education and community development, developing players, coaches and people across grassroots, academy and community football. His career has included coaching and leadership...
FEATURE SERIES: Football in Latin America - An Introduction
With football expert Mario Paul Pfeiffer, World Football ETC launches a new weekly series on football across Latin America, its place in society, its links to politics and history, and many of the unique stories that lie under the surface. ...
FEATURE: Real Madrid, Mbappé & the Half-Rolled Shirts
Real Madrid are in the spotlight, after Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr and Ibrahima Konate rolled up their pre-game t-shirts to obscure a slogan, before their match at Elche.
SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Matt Michaels & Joe Gordon - US Owners of Danish Football Club Akademisk Boldklub (AB 1889) - Part Two
Joe Gordon is the founder of UpFor Consulting, a sales and growth focused consultancy group. UpFor works with both emerging and established companies to create, hone, and master their business development strategies and communications skills, b...
DISCUSSION: VAR in Manchester Derby; Groundbreaking Como; Kane's 150th Goal; Ronaldo Calls for Life Ban for Jota Chants
World Football ETC returns for a look at the weekly news stories for the world's main leagues, and more.
SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Matt Michaels & Joe Gordon - US Owners of Danish Football Club Akademisk Boldklub (AB 1889) - Part One
Joe Gordon is the founder of UpFor Consulting, a sales and growth focused consultancy group. UpFor works with both emerging and established companies to create, hone, and master their business development strategies and communications skills, b...
DISCUSSION: Men’s Balón d’Or Nominees; Champions League Begins; Infantino Splits Caribbean from CONCACAF
World Football ETC is back with a midweek round-up of stories and reaction.
DISCUSSION: Fulham Condemned?; Blip for Mourinho; Serie A Shines; MLS Routed in Leagues Cup; Mike Dean
World Football ETC is back with a weekly round-up of the world's major leagues and other talking points.
SPECIAL FEATURE: Mexico Football Special
A World Football ETC Mexico Football Special, live on Talk Sport.
DISCUSSION: Transfer Window Inflation; Messi retires from Argentine National Side; Round-Up of International Leagues
Back for another episode, the team talk through the massive inflation being seen at European transfer windows and news of Leo Messi's retirement from international football, plus a round-up of some of the most important international leagues.&n...
SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Ned Kelly, Manchester United's Head of Security 1988-2002
The return of Ned Kelly, unique football figure, who was head of United's security from 1988 until 2002. Kelly talks about all things Manchester United as the Premier League starts up again.
DISCUSSION: Return of the Premier League; La Liga; the Gianni Infantino Soap Opera; MLS Round-Up; Rot-Weiss Essen
The weekly round-up of all things football, including the return of the Premier League, La Liga results and talking points, ongoing news of the Gianni Infantino Soap Opera and more...
SPECIAL INTERVIEW: Sarah Brown, Florida State University Soccer Coach, on Women's International Football and US & England Women's Leagues
Special interview with Sarah Brown (nee Buckley), FSU soccer coach and former player, named as part of the 2023 United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 class. In this special feature, Brown talks about the international women's soccer scene, as well ...
DISCUSSION: MLS; Bundesliga; Moroccan Football; Rodri to Barcelona; Vozinha in Chile; Premier League Re-Start
With European football seasons about to begin, World Football ETC re-launches with a wide-ranging discussion across leagues, territories and stories.
DISCUSSION: FIFA Emergency Meeting; Chelsea Transfer Strategy
With President Gianni Infantino’s leadership in crisis, the FIFA executive meet for a emergency session in Morocco. Plus Chelsea’s unique close-season transfer strategy.
DISCUSSION: UEFA Threatens FIFA Boycott Over Plans for WC Private Finance; Newcastle Utd. in Disarray; Italy Appoint Mancini
With von Troschke looking for ancient familial lands on the European mainland, only two are left to discuss the world football crisis.
FEATURE SERIES: The Most Absurd & Bizarre Football Matches in History - Barbados vs. Grenada, 1994
In this excerpt of the first part of a mini-series available in full to subscribers on Patreon, the team look at the most absurd and bizarre football matches in history, starting with the 1994 match between Barbados and Grenada, in which both t...
DISCUSSION: Klopp, Guardiola & Farewell to the Iconic Kevin Keegan
DL, JB and Paul von Troschke come together to discuss news of the week, including Jurgen Klopp's first press conference as German coach, Pep Guardiola turning down the Italy role, and the passing of England great, Kevin Keegan.