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EPISODE · May 15, 2026 · 1H 21M

NFL International Games REACTION + VAR Chaos & NBA Playoff Sweeps

from Who's Got the Ball? · host James Kellett

Episode 76 – NFL International Games Reaction, VAR Chaos & NBA Playoff SweepsEpisode 76 of Who’s Got The Ball? sees James, Shane, and Evan lead the show with a major discussion around the NFL’s newly announced International Games schedule.The lads break down the standout matchups, debate the logistics of international travel for teams, and discuss whether the NFL’s global expansion is helping or hurting the league. There’s also discussion around the possibility of Ireland hosting another NFL game in the future and what the continued European growth means for fans abroad.In football, attention turns to the VAR controversy in West Ham vs Arsenal before debating whether Michael Carrick could genuinely become Manchester United manager on a permanent basis. The lads also preview the upcoming FA Cup Final.Michael then joins James for the NBA section to discuss the Knicks and Thunder playoff sweeps before previewing Friday night’s games between the Pistons and Cavaliers along with Timberwolves vs Spurs.As always, the episode wraps up with Gan Seans and the latest Power Rankings.Another packed episode full of NFL debate, football controversy, NBA playoff reactions, and strong opinions throughout.🎧 If you’re into:Premier League, NBA & NFL talkWeekly predictions & reactionsUnderdog picks (Gan Seans 👀)Power rankings & sports debates🔁 New episodes every week — follow so you don’t miss one.🌍 Where football, NBA & NFL collide every week💬 Connect with us:📸 Instagram: @whosgottheballpod🐦 X / 🎵 TikTok: @wgtbpod📩 [email protected]🇮🇪 Irish-based, talking global sports every week(0:00) Intro(2:34) NFL International Schedule Reaction(22:21) VAR Meltdown in London(33:31) Carrick to be Appointed Permanently for United(41:47) FA Cup Final Preview(44:26) Gan Seans: Our Underdog Picks(47:10) What Next for the Lakers & LeBron?(54:02) Morey Fired After the Sixers are Swept(1:01:37) Can the Timberwolves Force a Game 7?(1:09:03) Cavs Attempt to Close Out Pistons(1:17:41) Power Rankings

Episode 76 – NFL International Games Reaction, VAR Chaos & NBA Playoff Sweeps Episode 76 of Who's Got The Ball? sees James, Shane, and Evan lead the show with a major discussion around the NFL's newly announced International Games schedule. The lads break down the standout matchups, debate the logistics of international travel for teams, and discuss whether the NFL's global expansion is helping or hurting the league. There's also discussion around the possibility of Ireland hosting another NFL game in the future and what the continued European growth means for fans abroad. In football, attention turns to the VAR controversy in West Ham vs Arsenal before debating whether Michael Carrick could genuinely become Manchester United manager on a permanent basis. The lads also preview the upcoming FA Cup Final. Michael then joins James for the NBA section to discuss the Knicks and Thunder playoff sweeps before previewing Friday night's games between the Pistons and Cavaliers along with Timberwolves vs Spurs. As always, the episode wraps up with Gan Seans and the latest Power Rankings. Another packed episode full of NFL debate, football controversy, NBA playoff reactions, and strong opinions throughout. 🎧 If you're into: Premier League, NBA & NFL talk Weekly predictions & reactions Underdog picks (Gan Seans 👀) Power rankings & sports debates 🔁 New episodes every week — follow so you don't miss one. 🌍 Where football, NBA & NFL collide every week 💬 Connect with us: 📸 Instagram: @whosgottheballpod 🐦 X / 🎵 TikTok: @wgtbpod 📩 [email protected] 🇮🇪 Irish-based, talking global sports every week (0:00) Intro (2:34) NFL International Schedule Reaction (22:21) VAR Meltdown in London (33:31) Carrick to be Appointed Permanently for United (41:47) FA Cup Final Preview (44:26) Gan Seans: Our Underdog Picks (47:10) What Next for the Lakers & LeBron? (54:02) Morey Fired After the Sixers are Swept (1:01:37) Can the Timberwolves Force a Game 7? (1:09:03) Cavs Attempt to Close Out Pistons (1:17:41) Power Rankings

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