The Joy of Football

• Lionesses Bring it Home AGAIN, The Exciting TRANSFER Window, the Community Shield & MORE!

  On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin and Neil celebrate the Lionesses' Victory (yet again) at the Euros! What a team, what a coach, what a roller coasters.We take a deep dive into the inspiring journey that Sarina Wiegman and her team team have gone on in Switzerland and how it has capped an amazing summer of sports in England!Then it's Three of the Best, looking at players with a Transfer Window theme- Including Neil's disappointment that Noni Madueke has left Chelsea, followed by comparisons, which looks at players within the English sides in this coming season's UEFA Champions League (Past and Present). Some real legends of the game in there! And we finish with Martin's Letter from the Gantry that looks ahead to, and back on, the Community Shield.[CHAPTERS]00:00 INTRO02:13 The Amazing Lionesses retain the EUROS! 🏆 04:29 The similarity in passing style between the Spanish women's team and the men's 05:54 How a change of tempo helped England win the Euros 08:08 The strength of the WSL gave England an advantage09:09 The character they showed will inspire young girls across the country!10:21 Sarina Wiegman is a serial WINNER!11:39 Is Football moving on tactically?16:14 When Martin Tyler shared the pitch with Brazilian legend Rivellino 17:07 2025's Summer of Sport 19:45 Martin's 1966 book (Alan Ball's Chapter+ Neil's story on Peter Osgood)22:21 THREE OF THE BEST (Transfer special!)22:54 An insight into Chemsdine Talbi (Sunderland signing)24:22 Maxim De Cuyper in Pervis Estupiñán out for Brighton26:23 Why will Noni Madueke be a success at Arsenal (Neil Barnett's message to Arsenal fans) 32:01 Mo Salah and Van Dijks new contracts are so important for Liverpool 33:34 Ashley Young loves the game!36:25 Kudus might be Thomas Frank's 'Bryan Mbeumo'37:53 Caoimhin Kelleher's chance to prove himself at Brentford 39:25 Mateo Retegui leaves Atalanta for Al Qadsiah (a look into transfers to Saudi Arabia)44:07 Comparisons! - Virgil Van Dijk - Alan Hansen 47:38 The goalscoring arrogance Thierry Henry and Ian Wright 51:01 How does Erling Haaland and Sergio Aguero compare? 54:41 Cole Palmer and Eden Hazard bring 'The Joy Of Football' 57:23 Anthony Gordon and David Ginola - two bright wingers 1:00:43 Harry Redknapp compares his Champions league side to the current Tottenham XI1:02:08 MARTIN TYLERS LETTER FROM THE GANTRY (The importance of the Community shield) 1:10:42 It will mean a lot to Crystal Palace to win the Community Shield 1:13:01 OUTRO - WHERE TO FIND US!Join Neil Barnett (former Chelsea touch-liner announce and football journalist) alongside the voice of the Premier League Martin Tyler in celebrating the greatest addiction in the World!Hosted by The Revive Lounge Ltd UCsdye1hUxP4xhgBx9zvuSjgSubscribe to https://youtube.com/@TheReviveLounge?si=L5ddzrJrtSmErtJ5Support the Pod https://patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkRead us on Substack https://martintylerandneilbarnett.substack.com/Follow our Twitter https://x.com/TheJOFFollow our Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@joy_of_football_pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcFollow our Instagram https://https://www.instagram.com/joy_of_football_pod/Contact us via: [email protected] by Arron Clague - https://www.instagram.com/arronclague?igsh=aHg1bjQ3OHpmaXIzIntro Sequence by Wellong Sadewo (wells.illustration): https://www.instagram.com/wells.illustration/Send us a textSupport the show

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• Commentating Agüeroooo & Drogbaaaa in the same Week & Inside Chelsea UCL 2012 Win

  On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin and Neil revisit an amazing week in football. During which Martin shouted his famous “Aguerooooo”, and only a few days later commented Chelsea’s first ever Champions League win… with Neil only 8ft in front of him!From Aguero, to Drogbaaaaa, this episode takes us inside that week, the dramatic final day, behind the scenes for Neil in the Chelsea hotel in Munich, UEFA confiscating his tapes, his son hugging Roman Abramovich, and so much more!May of 2012… what a time. [CHAPTERS]00:00 INTRO01:44 Did Martin know what he was going to say in celebration?04:13 When did Martin Tyler realise how big the Agüero moment would be?06:12 Seeing the Executive Chairman of the Premier league straight after the game!07:43 "Now I listen to it as if its another person doing it" 08:06 "Did you do any preparation for the UCL final SIX days later?" 09:30 Mark Hughes claims it was the nosiest moment in a football ground he's ever heard!10:54 Problems in the Chelsea squad leading up to the final11:35 Neil Barnetts journey for ChelseaTV to Lille to film with Joe Cole!12:57 Joe Cole told Neil Barnett that Eden Hazard would sign for Chelsea!13:38 How did Denis Wise save Neil Barnett's day? 15:40 What problems did Bayern Munich have leading up to the final?17:26 The surprising role of Ryan Bertrand 19:03 Nights out in Munich (John Terry's dad + Babayaro charging drinks to UEFA!)23:03 Jody Morris broke the news to Neil that Ryan Bertrand was starting23:53 Shouting for Ruud Gullit to get an interview!26:10 How did the actual game go? 27:40 What moment in the game made Martin Tyler feel lucky/proud?29:30 Neil's reaction to Drogba's equaliser30:49 "Give me Didier over Thierry Henry any day" 32:03 What did Drogba tell Neil privately after the game? 32:40 Robben's story about his friendship with Petr Cech!36:07 The dramatic penalty shootout!38:17 Neil and Martin's hug WHILST still commentating (+Gary Nevilles handshake) 39:38 Martin's moment of reflection after the historic week41:46 UEFA confiscated Neil's exclusive tapes!44:57 Neil went to the team afterparty with his son! (Hugging Roman Abramovic)47:26 Presenting on the open bus parade in London!49:09 How Neil got in trouble with his wife!49:51 "That truly was the most extraordinary week" 51:57 "Being entertained became more important than winning...So lucky Chelsea signed Hazard"52:16 Martin Tyler and Neil's invite to Eden Hazard to come on the podcast53:36 WHERE TO FIND US!Join Neil Barnett (former Chelsea touch-liner announce and football journalist) alongside the voice of the Premier League Martin Tyler in celebrating the greatest addiction in the World!Hosted by The Revive Lounge Ltd UCsdye1hUxP4xhgBx9zvuSjgSubscribe to https://youtube.com/@TheReviveLounge?si=L5ddzrJrtSmErtJ5Support the Pod https://patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkRead us on Substack https://martintylerandneilbarnett.substack.com/Follow our Twitter https://x.com/TheJOFFollow our Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@joy_of_football_pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcFollow our Instagram https://https://www.instagram.com/joy_of_football_pod/Contact us via: [email protected] by Arron Clague - https://www.instagram.com/arronclague?igsh=aHg1bjQ3OHpmaXIzIntro Sequence by Wellong Sadewo (wells.illustration): https://www.instagram.com/wells.illustration/Send us a textSupport the show

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• AARON PAUL - Breaking into Broadcast, Working inside Football, and Play-Off Final Hallucinations

  On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Neil and Martin are joined by Aaron Paul!Aaron Paul is a sports journalist, covering football and other sports for various BBC platforms and ITV. He's known for his engaging commentary and insightful analysis, particularly in Premier League and EFL coverage. He and Martin most recently found themselves both working at the Club World Cup.The guys share incredible stories and laughs that are not to be missed![CHAPTERS]00:00 INTRO1:17 Aaron Paul’s Club World Cup adventures!2:27 Aaron’s Wild nights out in America!3:40 “The football was better than I expected” & Chelsea’s road to victory5:09 What did Jorginho say about Felipe Luis? - Time in the mixed zones8:15 How an Al Hilal press officer berated Aaron!9:25 Kalidou Koulibaly not lifting the AFCON trophy in front of the president of Senegal10:39 Aaron’s problem with American stadia14:30 “It made me miss a freezing cold day at the Den… I missed the EFL” - EFL food talk 16:25 Why did Aaron Paul reject a dream job in Dubai? 18:32 “I did so many derby’s that someone wrote in asking if im being trained as a war correspondent" 19:38 The amazing career story of Aaron Paul in broadcasting23:35 “It was destiny…” Beginning hospital radio covering Wycombe Wanderers26:40 The incredible story of Aaron Paul's University journey32:00 “I’ve never had a job interview at the BBC” 33:41 Advice for getting into broadcasting35:36 “My TV journey is even better!”... 36:19 The battle of getting Asian representation into English football 39:58 “The attitudes from the parents and players need to change”41:10 Ali Al-Hamadi’s inspiring journey 42:28 Why are there less South Asian footballers? 46:31 Chelsea’s first openly Muslim signing in 2006 49:11 DesiBallers celebrates 15 years49:53 What is the difference in local radio? (BBC Radio London)52:08 How did Aaron cover the emotional passing of John Berylson at Millwall 54:54 “I almost got Slaviša Jokanović sacked at Fulham!” & more stories!1:01:48 How were you when AFC Wimbledon won the play offs? 1:03:30 Aaron Paul hilarious hallucination story about Lyle Taylor!1:05:50 Sleeping in BoxPark during the play off final celebrations!1:08:38 Outro- Aaron’s thank you to Martin Tyler1:10:55 WHERE TO FIND US!Join Neil Barnett (former Chelsea touch-liner announce and football journalist) alongside the voice of the Premier League Martin Tyler in celebrating the greatest addiction in the World!Hosted by The Revive Lounge Ltd UCsdye1hUxP4xhgBx9zvuSjgSubscribe to https://youtube.com/@TheReviveLounge?si=L5ddzrJrtSmErtJ5Support the Pod https://patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkRead us on Substack https://martintylerandneilbarnett.substack.com/Follow our Twitter https://x.com/TheJOFFollow our Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@joy_of_football_pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcFollow our Instagram https://https://www.instagram.com/joy_of_football_pod/Contact us via: [email protected] by Arron Clague - https://www.instagram.com/arronclague?igsh=aHg1bjQ3OHpmaXIzIntro Sequence by Wellong Sadewo (wells.illustration): https://www.instagram.com/wells.illustration/A massive thank you to our Patreon Supporters:Nick ParmenterHillary AbbottDaniel ButiganTommy MckSend us a textSupport the show

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• An Episode of Reflection: Diogo Jota, Feedback, the Asia Trophy & More

  On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin and Neil start by reflecting on the life of Diogo Jota, and how it has rocked the football world. He will be sorely missed by all.Next, we have some audience feedback! Some lovely, some calling Neil... Loud. This isn't untrue.After that it's Martin's Letter from the Gantry, where he reflects on commentating the Premier League Asia Trophy, down the years. Then, Neil's voice of passion is all about the moving of different players, to different continents, at different times, and how this affects different tournaments.Then it's on to Three of the best, which inevitably comes back round to Diogo, and the impact of his passing on teammates.Lastly, we have Stoppage Time, where Martin catches us up on the progress of his passion project: "The Greatest Game Never Seen".Join Neil Barnett (former Chelsea touch-liner announce and football journalist) alongside the voice of the Premier League Martin Tyler in celebrating the greatest addiction in the World![CHAPTERS]Hosted by The Revive Lounge Ltd UCsdye1hUxP4xhgBx9zvuSjgSubscribe to https://youtube.com/@TheReviveLounge?si=L5ddzrJrtSmErtJ5Support the Pod https://patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkRead us on Substack https://martintylerandneilbarnett.substack.com/Follow our Twitter https://x.com/TheJOFFollow our Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@joy_of_football_pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcFollow our Instagram https://https://www.instagram.com/joy_of_football_pod/Contact us via: [email protected] by Arron Clague - https://www.instagram.com/arronclague?igsh=aHg1bjQ3OHpmaXIzIntro Sequence by Wellong Sadewo (wells.illustration): https://www.instagram.com/wells.illustration/For incredible football artwork, check out: https://linktr.ee/marclobodaartA massive thank you to our Patreon Supporters:Nick ParmenterHillary AbbottDaniel ButiganTommy MckKatie WatsonBenjamin FaircloughNathan ASend us a textSupport the show

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• Do Youth Internationals Develop Players, Martin's RETURN, Atmosphere at Matches & More

  On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin rejoins Neil, after his time at the Club World Cup! Therefore, we start with Over Land & Sea, where Martin discusses time at the tournament. Then it's Martin's Letter from the Gantry, which centers on his time commentating on a U21 Euros that featured, not only the likes of James Milner, but UEFA's longest Penalty Shoot-out.  Next is Three of the Best, featuring a A LOT of players worth talking about. And we end with Stoppage Time, in which Neil follows up on his recent Substack article - all about atmosphere at matches.Join Neil Barnett (former Chelsea touch-liner announce and football journalist) alongside the voice of the Premier League Martin Tyler in celebrating the greatest addiction in the World![CHAPTERS]Hosted by The Revive Lounge Ltd UCsdye1hUxP4xhgBx9zvuSjgSubscribe to https://youtube.com/@TheReviveLounge?si=L5ddzrJrtSmErtJ5Support the Pod https://patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkRead us on Substack https://martintylerandneilbarnett.substack.com/Follow our Twitter https://x.com/TheJOFFollow our Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@joy_of_football_pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcFollow our Instagram https://https://www.instagram.com/joy_of_football_pod/Contact us via: [email protected] by Arron Clague - https://www.instagram.com/arronclague?igsh=aHg1bjQ3OHpmaXIzIntro Sequence by Wellong Sadewo (wells.illustration): https://www.instagram.com/wells.illustration/For incredible football artwork, check out: https://linktr.ee/marclobodaartA massive thank you to our Patreon Supporters:Nick ParmenterHillary AbbottDaniel ButiganTommy MckKatie WatsonBenjamin FaircloughNathan ASend us a textSupport the show

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