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When Football Met Soccer

by Francesca & Hamza

a couple who doesn’t know much about football but loves to talk about it Email: [email protected] Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wfmspod Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wfmspod Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wfmspod/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@whenfootballmetsoccer/

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  1. Spain champions of Europe again, England’s trophy drought continues | WFMS

    Spain win Euro 2024 as the best team of the tournament by far. But why did England fall short? Is Southgate or the players more to blame? What needs to change? (This was recorded before it was announced that Southgate is stepping down as manager) Bellingham’s attitude problem is becoming toxic.…

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  2. England gets an insane stroke of luck | WFMS

    We cover the first two days of Round of 16 games of the Euros: Bellingham saves England and Southgate, Spain puts on an impressive performance, while Germany and Switzerland also head to QFs. We also discuss #Euro2024 organization problems and Copa América’s disappointing attendance. Email:...

  3. Euro and Copa America favourites, Southgate taking England home | WFMS

    A recap of the first week of Euro and Copa America 2024: our favourites, Southgate killing everyone’s vibe, the U.S.’ football/soccer problem.

  4. End of an era for Klopp, Xavi steps down | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: AFCON group stage wraps up Egypt and Cameroon get knocked out in Round of 16, Nigeria and DRC advance Xavi stepping down after Barca’s two embarrassing losses this week Klopp leaving Liverpool at end of season Man City scoring at Tottenham!! Email: [email protected]

  5. AFCON group stage, Real Madrid robs Almeria, more rants about Onana | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: First 2 group stage games of AFCON Morocco starts decently, Senegal looks very solid Atletico Madrid knocks Real Madrid out of the Copa Del Rey Horrific officiating that robs Almeria of a win against Madrid Jordan Henderson’s dramatic move to Ajax Omar Berrada from…

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  6. Barcelona gets humiliated by Real Madrid and The King Kevin De Bruyne is back | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Madrid dominate Barcelona in a 4:1 victory to win the Supercopa Barcelona’s defensive disaster Man City’s thrilling win against Newcastle KDB scores and assists in just 20 minutes Man United couldn’t beat a Spurs B team at home AFCON and Asian Cup opening games Email:...

  7. Girona’s fairytale story continues and Barcelona fans despair | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Girona beating Atletico Madrid 4:3 to stay second in the league Barcelona scraping together a win again Asian Cup 2024 favourites Onana playing for Man United and Cameroon within 24 hours Email: [email protected]

  8. Arsenal cracks under West Ham’s defensive masterclass | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: West Ham parks the bus and gets 3 points against Arsenal Arsenal aren’t as good as last year Man City finally get a clean sheet More Barcelona rants AFCON preview Email: [email protected]

  9. Manchester City’s toxic trait, Liverpool and Manchester United yawnfest | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Man City give up another 2 points Liverpool and Man United end in zero goals and no action Arsenal and Aston Villa secure 3 points Barca drop points, out of title race Email: [email protected]

  10. Newcastle and Manchester United crash out of Europe, PSG edge through | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Tumultuous group day 6 for Group F PSG make it through with a draw against Dortmund Newcastle miss out on Europe after losing to AC Milan Man United also crash out of Europe after losing to Bayern Barcelona unconvincing once again Favourites to win CL after group…

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  11. Aston Villa and Tottenham flying, Barcelona embarrassed by Girona | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Another shameful loss for Man United Arsenal drop points against a flying Aston Villa Tottenham thrash Newcastle at home Man City dig for a win at Luton Girona sit top of the league after embarrassing Barca Email: [email protected] Follow us on TikTok:...

  12. Manchester City in trouble, Erik Ten Haag gets everything wrong, Liverpool’s incredible mentality | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Another draw for Man City against Tottenham Onesided traffic between Newcastle and Man United Brighton’s drop in performance Liverpool scrape 3 points despite being unconvincing Champions League highlights Germany wins U17 World Cup Euro 2024 draw Email:...

  13. Manchester City won’t win the title, Chelsea gets humbled again, and Xavi needs to go | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Lack of drama in the Man City Liverpool draw Controversy over Mahrez’s time at Man City Newcastle humble Chelsea once again Barcelona struggle for a point against Rayo Vallecano PSG shows clears signs of improvement Brazil on the verge of a crisis U17 World Cup…

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  14. Arsenal finally triumphant over Manchester City, Mbappe’s deplorable attitude, and the 2030 World Cup | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Arsenal finally secure a win against Manchester City Questionable ref and VAR decisions West Ham and Newcastle tie Glaring problems at Manchester United Newcastle crushing PSG 4:1 Morocco, Spain and Portugal hosting the 2030 World Cup Email: [email protected] Follow…

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  15. Trouble at Manchester City, Bellingham is unstoppable, and VAR controversy | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Tottenham coming out on top with Liverpool down to 9 men Manchester City losing back to back games against Newcastle and Wolves Manchester United’s lack of ability to score Aston Villa demolishing Brighton Arsenal’s players congratulating Kai Havertz for scoring his...

  16. The Ange effect on Tottenham, PSG flourishes without Mbappe, and Real Madrid loses the battle in Madrid | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: A thrilling North London Derby ending in a tie Liverpool beating West Ham with ease Manchester United barely scraping 3 points from Burnley The scrappy Champions League matchup between Bayern and United Barcelona’s remontada against Celta Vigo Luis Enrique improving…

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  17. Manchester United is a catastrophe, Jeremy Doku shines for Manchester City, and PSG crumbles | WFMS

    Condolences to all those who lost loved ones in the earthquake in Morocco or the flood in Libya. In this episode we touch on: West Ham putting up a good fight against Man City Brighton crushing United with ease Chelsea still pathetic (we don’t care how threatening Sterling is if he can’t score…)...

  18. Liverpool is nothing without Salah, Chelsea trapped in a vicious cycle, and Newcastle crumbling | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Man City securing 4 out of 4 wins Another disappointing loss from Chelsea Salah being irreplaceable at Liverpool Brighton scoring a hat trick against Newcastle Arsenal’s last minute win against Man United Barcelona needing a reality check United finally sealing the…

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  19. Arsenal showing cracks, West Ham on a roll, and Barcelona’s new rising star Yamine Lamal | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Man City’s hard fought win against Sheffield United West Ham beating Chelsea and Brighton Brighton’s defensive problems Arteta can’t make Kai Havertz work Chelsea showing clear signs of improvement after decisive win against Luton Town Man United scrapes 3 points...

  20. Spain clinch their first Women’s World Cup title, Barcelona off to a troubling start, and Man United in crisis already | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Spain winning the 2023 Women’s World Cup England reaching the final is a huge achievement Barcelona’s chaotic draw against Getafe filled with drama and horrific refereeing Newcastle disappointing offensive performance against Man City Man City’s lack of creativity...

  21. A new season kicks off, France’s controversial Instagram post, and is Megan Rapinoe right about the gender wage gap? | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Premier League and La Liga seasons kick off Man City wins its first game, Burnley shows potential Arsenal’s offensive gems and defensive problems Newcastle decisive opening to the season against Aston Villa Replacing Courtois for the season Kane’s opening game with...

  22. Morocco makes Women’s World Cup history, Germany crashes out, and Dembélé’s fallout with Barcelona | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: Morocco qualifying for the knockout stage in their first appearance in the Women’s World Cup and what it means for Arab girls Germany women’s team getting knocked out of group stage for the first time Problems with USWNT and their lack of identity Lauren James’...

  23. Germany dominates women’s football, Mbappe’s saga continues, and Xavi finds more excuses for Barcelona | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: German women’s football dominance Sarina Wiegman’s outstanding record Xavi blaming Arsenal’s intensity for Barcelona’s loss in friendly Mbappe offered a juicy deal from Al Hilal for one season Sofyan Amrabat to United happening soon Messi enjoying his new life in…

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  24. Is more football games always a good thing? | WFMS

    In this episode we touch on: The latest transfer news Morocco’s U23 win against Egypt A preview of the 2023 Women’s World Cup CAF’s qualifications for the 2026 World Cup New Champions League format Hamza’s struggles with time zones Email: [email protected] Subscribe to our YouTube channel:...

  25. Ziyech can’t catch a break, more players to the Saudi league, Mbappe and Hakimi’s bromance in doubt | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about the latest transfer news, Hakim Ziyech’s deal with Al-Nassr, players still flocking to Saudi teams, Kim Min-Jae’s move to Bayern, Moises Caicedo’s valuation, Mbappe’s mother and Hakimi’s agent butting heads, Christophe Galtier under investigation, and much more!…

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  26. Capitalism has taken over football | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about the latest transfer news, the Saudi PIF and Chelsea’s entanglements, the influence of private equity and hedge funds in football, there’s something about Kai Havertz, 2025 FIFA Club World Cup being held in the US, and much more! Email: [email protected] Follow us on...

  27. The Mbappe soap opera continues, AFCON preview, and Jack Grealish spotted at the Louvre | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about Mbappe not extending his contract at PSG, Jude Bellingham officially presented at Real Madrid, Saudi teams continuing to make offers, AFCON 2023, Morocco and South Africa’s AFCON qualifier game, Jack Grealish shenanigans, and much more! Email: [email protected]…

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  28. Manchester City have really done it | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about Man City winning the treble after beating Inter Milan 1:0 in the Champions League final, West Ham winning the Europa Conference League, Messi’s move to Inter Miami, Benzema’s move to Al-Ittihad and much more! Email: [email protected] Follow us on Twitter:...

  29. Sevilla win the Europa League again and Manchester City clinch the FA Cup | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about Sevilla winning all seven Europa League finals they have appeared in, Manchester City beating their local rivals Manchester United to win the FA Cup, problems with Mourinho, Mauricio Pochettino taking over Chelsea, recent transfer news and much more! Email:...

  30. Premier League season reflections, Bayern secures title and Dortmund chokes | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about Bayern Munich winning its 11th Bundesliga title in a row, Borussia Dortmund choking in its last game, Premier League’s season officially coming to a close, PSG securing its 11th Ligue 1 title, Union Berlin’s cinderella story, Hamza rants about how mediocre Barcelona…

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  31. Manchester City are champions of the Premier League! | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about Manchester City lifting its 5th trophy in 6 years, Pep Guardiola being the best manager in the world, reasons leading to Arsenal’s downfall, Barcelona’s disappointing loss against Real Sociedad, and much more! Email: [email protected] Follow us on Twitter:...

  32. Manchester City annihilate Madrid and Sevilla continue its Europa League legacy | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about Manchester City’s annihilation of Madrid to qualify for the Champions League final, Sevilla will appear in its 7th Europa League final, West Ham reach its first European final in more than 40 years, and much more! Email: [email protected] Follow us on Twitter:...

  33. Barcelona wins La Liga, Real Madrid and Manchester City neck-in-neck, and the league title slips away from Arsenal | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about the first Champions League leg between Real Madrid and Manchester City, Brighton outclassing Arsenal and the title slipping away from Arsenal, Barcelona winning the title, some other La Liga results, Sevilla’s chances in the Europa League, PSG and Achraf Hakimi’s...

  34. Chelsea finally ends its losing drought, Barcelona has a finger on the title, and PSG’s beef with Messi | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about Napoli winning the league for the first time in 33 years, Arsenal clinching 3 points from a very poor Chelsea, Chelsea finally winning a game against Bournemouth and saved from relegation, Manchester City getting the job done against West Ham and Leeds, Erling…

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  35. Manchester City destroying Arsenal, Tottenham clawing back to tie with United, and Lewandowski not delivering for Barcelona | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about Man City crushing Arsenal 4:1, Kevin De Bruyne magic, whether Arteta is to blame for the loss, Pep’s influence on his players, Arsenal’s title hopes now, Liverpool scraping by with a win against West Ham, Tottenham coming back from a two goal deficit against Man...

  36. Arsenal losing its grip, Sevilla knocking out Manchester United, Real Madrid cruising to another CL semifinal, and Bayern struggling under Tuchel | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about Arsenal’s third draw in a row against Southampton, the upcoming Arsenal and Manchester City clash, Sevilla crushing Manchester United to advance to the Europa League quarter final, Madrid’s comfortable win over Chelsea arrive at yet another semifinal, City's somewhat...

  37. Manchester City’s historic night against Bayern, Sevilla’s tie against Manchester United with own goals galore, and Achraf Hakimi’s power move | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about Brighton’s domination against Chelsea, a run down of Chelsea’s flops this season (hint: it’s most of the team), Vini Jr being the center of Madrid’s offense, Man City’s defensive masterclass against Bayern and Haaland breaking even more records, Aston Villa’s rise…

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  38. Chelsea and Liverpool’s mid-table clash, Potter out and Lampard in, Real Madrid’s first El Clasico win of the year, and Saudi’s ambitious football project | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about the goalless match between Chelsea and Liverpool, Graham Potter’s dismissal and Frank Lampard’s temporary return, Barca’s disappointing performance against Madrid, Messi’s potential return to Barca despite Al Hilal’s 400 million/year offer, Newcastle’s win against…

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  39. Manchester City getting its spark back, Chelsea fumbling again, Messi potentially returning to Barcelona and Morocco making history | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about the international break games, Morocco’s historic win against Brazil, Manchester City’s impressive win against Liverpool without Haaland, superior Ramadan Mahrez, Grealish’s incredible performance, Arsenal matches City’s scoreline, Chelsea’s embarrassing loss to…

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  40. Barcelona’s third El Clásico win, England’s continuous underperformance, Mbappé’s debut as captain, Bayern’s controversial firing, and players fasting for Ramadan | WFMS

    In this episode we talk about the Barcelona’s third El Clasico win this season, Barcelona’s wage woes, football player physiques, England’s lackluster win in the first Euros qualification, Southgate lacking a killer manager character, Mbappé snubbing Griezmann of captaincy, Bayern’s ridiculously...

  41. Haaland breaking all conceivable records, Liverpool disappointing once again, Arsenal struggling in Europe, and World Cup updates | WFMS

    In this episode we go on a bit of a tangent about Ted Lasso and March Madness, Haaland almost scoring a double hat trick, Liverpool’s only bright light Allison Becker, Pedro Goncalves’ incredible goal, Kim Kardashian fangirling over Bukayo Saka, Barcelona’s controversial win against Bilbao, the…

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  42. Chelsea needing offside training, PSG relying too much on Mbappé and Messi, and Barcelona engaging in shady behavior | WFMS

    In this episode we discuss Chelsea’s recent performance in the Champions League and Premier League, everything that’s going wrong at PSG, Liverpool back to its uninspiring self, commentators butchering players’ names, Barcelona’s corruption charge and deal with Spotify, crazy high wage bills and...

  43. Humble pie for Manchester United, a strange but boring El Clasico, Arsenal title in the bag, and Moroccan players to watch | WFMS

    We’re really sorry about the quality for most of this episode as we had some technical difficulties. Hope you guys enjoy regardless! In this episode we discuss a lackluster El Clasico where Barcelona parked the bus, Chelsea finally scoring a goal, Arsenal playing like champions, Manchester United...

  44. Barcelona choking, Tottenham getting the job done against Chelsea, Aguerd leading Manchester United to the FA Cup quarterfinals | WFMS

    In this episode we discuss Barcelona’s loss against Almeria, Chelsea dropping points again and juicy red card drama, Manchester United winning left and right with starboy Garnacho, snubs at FIFA The Best Awards, and much more. Basically, we have Hamza coping for Hakim Ziyech for half the episode...

  45. Manchester United having Real Madrid energy, fat shaming players, Manchester City boring to watch | WFMS

    In this episode, Francesca and Hamza discuss the Champions League clashes of the week, Manchester City's win against Bournemouth, Manchester United knocking out Barcelona in the Europa League, Arsenal managing a win against a weak Leicester, the Madrid derby, Barcelona's latest scandal, and much...

  46. Chelsea getting relegated, Pep out of control, and underrated Moroccan players

    In the first episode of WFMS, we discuss the Premier League, La Liga, Europea League, and Champions League games of the week, as well as how to pronounce Nayef Aguerd's name coming from a Moroccan. Email: [email protected] Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wfmspod Follow us on Instagram:...

  47. Introducing When Football Met Soccer

    Introducing our new podcast "When Football Met Soccer". We're going to be discussing games, players, coaches, and all the drama off the pitch. Look out for weekly episodes coming your way!

About this show

a couple who doesn’t know much about football but loves to talk about it

Email: [email protected]

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Hosted by

Francesca & Hamza

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does When Football Met Soccer have?

When Football Met Soccer has 48 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on July 16, 2024.

What is When Football Met Soccer about?

a couple who doesn’t know much about football but loves to talk about it Email: [email protected] Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wfmspod Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wfmspod Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wfmspod/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel:...

How often does When Football Met Soccer release new episodes?

When Football Met Soccer publishes every two weeks, based on its 48 episodes since February 2023.

Who hosts When Football Met Soccer?

When Football Met Soccer is created and hosted by Francesca & Hamza.
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