Podcasts by Pure Football Podcast

Thomas Frank from 2021-07-23T11:12:30

Brentford head coach Thomas Frank joins Guillem, Vicki & Charlotte on this week's Pure Football Podcast. Thomas gives us an insight into his coaching methods, the importance of mana...

Gary Lineker on Diego Maradona from 2021-07-06T10:48:14

On this special episode of the Pure Football Podcast, Guillem welcomes Gary Lineker who shares his memories of Diego Maradona ahead of the release of Guillem’s latest book. He also tell...

Julen Lopetegui from 2021-07-05T08:31:41

Guillem is joined by Sevilla manager Julen Lopetegui to discuss Euro 2020, the influence of Johan Cruyff on his management style, and the evolution of the role of the goalkeeper.

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Domenec Torrent from 2021-05-24T08:18:33

Ahead of the Champions League Final this week between Manchester City & Chelsea, Guillem welcomes Domenec Torrent, a former member of Pep Guardiola’s staff at Barcelona, Bayern Muni...

Francis Coquelin from 2021-05-06T05:00

Guillem is joined by Villarreal's Francis Coquelin ahead of the Europa League semi-final second leg against his former team Arsenal. They discuss being managed by Arsene Wenger, Mikel A...

Jan Oblak from 2021-04-29T09:31:42

In this week's episode, we are joined by Atlético Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak. The Slovenian talks to Guillem about why he chose to be a goalkeeper, his inspirations when growing up, an...

The Future of Football from 2021-03-25T05:30

What will football look like in 10 years? It’s a big question but that’s exactly what our guests this week will attempt to answer. In this fascinating conversation, Guillem is joined by...

Barcelona Presidential Elections - The Candidates from 2021-03-01T05:30

The 2021 FC Barcelona presidential election will take place on 7th March 2021 for electing the 41st President of the club. Guillem spoke to the three candidates, asking them the same fi...

Julian Nagelsmann from 2021-02-16T05:00

Guillem is joined by RB Leipzig manager Julian Nagelsmann ahead of their Champions League match against Liverpool. They discuss his early start in management and his coaching philosophy...

Jamie Carragher from 2021-01-28T05:00

We have a special episode for you this week, Guillem speaks to his friend Jamie Carragher. The Liverpool legend discusses an incident involving Guillem which caused a bit of havoc, his ...

Cesc Fabregas - Can We Come In? from 2021-01-07T06:00

In this week’s episode, Guillem visits Cesc Fabregas. The former Barcelona & Arsenal midfielder opened up to Guillem about his plans after football, a love of London, and the desire...

Pochettino arrives in Paris from 2021-01-01T11:21:04

We have a special episode of the Pure Football Podcast this week. Mauricio Pochettino will shortly be announced as the manager of PSG. Guillem and Julien Laurens discuss what Pochettino...

Frédéric Kanouté - Can We Come In? from 2020-12-24T06:17:18

In this week’s episode, Guillem visits Frédéric Kanouté. The striker discusses his faith, a love of London & the advice he would give to his younger self.

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Andy Cole - Can We Come In? from 2020-12-10T05:30

In this week’s episode, Guillem is welcomed in by Premier League legend Andy Cole. The treble-winning striker discusses his battle with his life-changing illness, the importance of his ...

Max Aarons - Can We Come In? from 2020-11-26T05:30

In the first episode of our new series, Can We Come In?, Norwich City’s Max Aarons welcomes us into his home as we find out more about the 20-year-old’s life away from the game. Guillem...

Francis Cagigao from 2020-09-09T00:30

In his first public conversation since leaving his post as Arsenal’s Head of International Scouting, Francis Cagigao talks to Guillem Balague about recommending the likes of Cesc Fabreg...

Spanish struggles in the Champions League from 2020-08-18T08:38:10

In this episode of the Pure Football Podcast, Guillem Balague speaks to former Celta de Vigo assistant manager David Martinez in the aftermath of disappointing Spanish performances in t...

Pep Guardiola’s favourite songs from 2020-08-05T01:00

In this episode of the Pure Football Podcast, Guillem Balague talks music with Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola. This is a shortened version of a BBC Radio 5 Live Daily Podcast specia...

Talking over tapas from 2020-07-20T01:30

In this episode of the Pure Football Podcast, Guillem Balague meets with Mikel Arteta, Hector Bellerin and Gaizka Mendieta, and chats with Juan Mata about life in Manchester, London and...

John Toshack from 2020-07-13T01:00

In this episode of the Pure Football Podcast, Guillem Balague speaks to former Real Sociedad and Real Madrid coach John Toshack about his time in Spain and Portugal and almost taking ov...

Barcelona’s Dutch connection from 2020-07-06T00:30

In this episode of the Pure Football Podcast, Guillem Balague meets a player old and new from Barcelona’s long lineage of Netherlands internationals: Giovanni Van Bronckhorst and Frenkie De Jong.In...

Aitor Karanka from 2020-06-29T00:30

In this episode of the Pure Football Podcast, Guillem Balague speaks to Aitor Karanka about his biggest influences in playing, coaching and life.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.or...

World Cup Winners from 2020-06-22T00:00

In this episode of the Pure Football Podcast, Guillem Balague speaks to Spanish FIFA World Cup 2010 winners David Villa and Xabi Alonso.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast...

Covid-19 and the football industry from 2020-05-15T12:00:24

In this bonus episode of the Pure Football Podcast, Guillem Balague talks to agents Artur Fernandes and Marcelino Elena, and Leeds United Sporting Director Victor Orta, about the impact of the Covi...

Meeting Maradona from 2020-04-27T03:00

In this bonus episode of the Pure Football Podcast, Guillem Balague revisits his Soccerex interview with Diego Maradona. We’ve translated the conversation into English with Semra Hunter standing in...

Psychological Preparation from 2020-04-20T03:30

Guillem Balague speaks to Brentford sports psychologist Michael Caulfield and former Arsenal player Lauren about the importance of the mind.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Pod...