Copa Independent

Copa Independent

Author: The Independent Language: English Episodes: 100
Every Wednesday, the conversation starts fresh. The Indy Football Podcast gathers The Independent's football journalists, led by host Luke Brown, to break down the latest from the Premier League, Champions League, and all the stories shaping the game. This isn't just a recap; it's a forward-looking discussion designed to equip you for the weekend's fixtures and the biggest European nights. What sets this podcast apart is its access. Alongside the regular panel, you'll hear from a rotating cast of insiders-former players, agents, and coaches-who bring a unique perspective from within the sport's inner circles. The analysis is sharp, the previews are detailed, and the tone is like listening in on a knowledgeable debate among friends who live and breathe football. Tune in each week for a thoughtful, comprehensive take on everything that matters, delivered with the authority and clarity you'd expect from The Independent.
Episodes
Liverpool's U-turn and Tottenham's doggedness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:25
Luke Brown is joined by Melissa Reddy and Mark Critchley to discuss Liverpool's remarkable U-turn on their controversial decision to place some non-playing staff on furlough during the coronavirus pandemic. Should Liverp…
The Premier League World Cup [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:30
Host Luke Brown is joined by Miguel Delaney, Melissa Reddy, Mark Critchley and Vithushan Ehantharajah to discuss the latest news on football’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.Miguel explains how the Premier League a…
Coronavirus news and Premier League latest [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:40
Luke Brown is joined by Miguel Delaney, Vithushan Ehantharajah, Melissa Reddy and Mark Critchley to discuss how football has responded to the coronavirus pandemic.They reveal the latest behind-closed-doors discussions an…
Coronavirus and football [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:14
Luke Brown is joined by Ben Burrows, Miguel Delaney and Jack Rathborn to discuss the coronavirus pandemic and its impact on football. They discuss the rapidly changing domestic and continental calendar, the threat the vi…
Tottenham: Where did it all go wrong? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:08
Luke Brown is joined by Ben Burrows and Tony Evans to dissect Tottenham Hotspur's Champions League exit at the hands of RB Leipzig. They discuss speculation that manager José Mourinho was confronted by a group of senior…
Who will be relegated from the Premier League? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:50
Ben Burrows is joined by Miguel Delaney, Vithushan Ehantharajah and Jack Rathborn to discuss the battle to avoid relegation.Can Aston Villa use their Carabao Cup final performance to kick on and beat the drop in the in t…
The not the Big Six special [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:46
Luke Brown is joined by Ben Burrows and Jack Rathborn to examine the seasons of some of the clubs outside the Premier League’s Big Six. There is praise for Sheffield United and Leicester City, both of whom are flying hig…
How football became broken beyond repair [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:26
Luke Brown is joined by Miguel Delaney, Vithushan Ehantharajah and Ben Burrows to discuss the future of club football. The team discuss Miguel’s special report on the state of the game and examine how a growing financial…
What next for Pep Guardiola and Man City? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:37
Host Luke Brown is joined by Miguel Delaney, Ben Burrows and Jack Rathborn to talk all things Manchester City. How much can we read into their recent defeat at Tottenham Hotspur? What next for Pep Guardiola? And do they…
Talking transfers 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:06
Luke Brown is joined by Sports Editor Ben Burrows, columnist Tony Evans and reporter Jack Rathborn to discuss the January transfer window. What can Manchester United expect from Bruno Fernandes? Are Giovani Lo Celso, Ste…