The Joy of Football

In this episode of The Joy of Football, Jay Bothroyd joins Martin Tyler and Neil Barnett to reflect on an extraordinary career that took him from Arsenal’s academy to the England team, and across the world to Italy, Thailand and Japan. Jay opens up about the anger that ended his Arsenal dream, the call from Dave Jones that saved his career, and his life-changing decision to finally reveal that he kept epilepsy a secret for his entire career. From winning the FA Youth Cup with Arsenal, to sharing a dressing room with Gadaffi’s Son, facing Paolo Maldini, and swapping shirts with Andrés Iniesta, this is Jay Bothroyd’s incredible football journey, told with honesty, humour and heart. This episode is an incredible conversation, and NOT to be missed.[CHAPTERS]00:00 Discovering The Love For Football 05:01 How Arsène Wenger Changed Arsenal 07:50 Bothroyd’s Secret Lunches At Arsenal 09:04 “Arsène Brought The Joy To Football” 12:40 Winning the FA Youth Cup With Arsenal 19:27 The Shirt That Changed Everything (Getting Sold by Arsenal) 24:14 Signing For Coventry (Gordon Strachan Phone Call) 28:15 Making His Premier League Debut Vs Manchester United 31:56 “I Kept Epilepsy A Secret My Entire Career” – Jay Bothroyd's Epilepsy Journey 43:31 How Cardiff & Dave Jones Saved Jay’s Career + Fall Out At Wolves 52:14 “Going to Cardiff Was The BEST Decision For Me” 54:17 Jay Bothroyd’s England Call-Up 1:00:17 Craig Bellamy: “You Either Love Him Or Hate Him – I Loved Him” 1:01:56 Making An Impression In England Training 1:04:24 “You Definitely Would’ve Played For Me” – Wenger Reunites With Jay 1:08:20 Playing In Serie A For Perugia – Life & Culture In Italy 1:15:27 Playing Against Maldini (“Best Defender Ever”) 1:18:23 Colonel Gaddafi’s Son Was My Teammate 1:21:27 The Standard Of The Thailand League 1:23:38 Moving To Japan & Playing In The J-League 1:31:46 Swapping Shirts With Iniesta 1:32:14 “I Could’ve Played 100 Games For Arsenal” – Reflection On Career 1:35:43 Jay Bothroyd Played In The “Aguerooo” Game 1:41:02 What’s Jay’s Best Moment? 1:43:20 Young Epilepsy Ambassador 1:46:28 Martin Tyler’s Letter From The Gantry (Everton) 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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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/marclobodaart Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🏆🏅PLEASE VOTE FOR US -BEST PODCAST - PREMIER LEAGUE! - https://footballcontentawards.com/votingOn this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin and Neil start Three of the Best - featuring players from Bayern Munich to Bournemouth   Then it’s VOICE OF PASSION, where Neil addresses the re-sale of World Cup Tickets   Next is Martin’s Letter from the Gantry which is all about the time he was brought in by Graham Taylor to address his squad and why they’re “only mid-table”… And lastly we have ‘One Trophy Wonders’, in which the guys explore Barnsley, Middlesbrough, QPR, Stoke and Swansea! [CHAPTERS]00:00 Please VOTE For Us! 04:04 Martin Commentates On Everton 2-1 Crystal Palace 10:01 What does Estêvão And Hazard Have In Common? 14:15 Martin Tyler Commentated On AS Monaco 2-2 Manchester City  17:45 What Did Eric Dier Tell Martin Tyler? 20:17  Ernie Hunt And The STRANGEST Freekick 24:02 Martin’s Swindon Town Documentary Recommendation  28:16 Semenyo Is The Best Winger In The League? 35:!4 World Cup Ticket Prices! (Voice of passion) 41:20 Martin’s Desire To Work On The World Cup 44:37 When Martin Addressed The Lincoln Dressing Room (Graham Taylor) 50:42 What Is The Hill Dickinson Stadium Like? 54:55 Martin Goes Back To His Home Town 57:13 One Trophy Wonders - Barnsley  1:03:13 Middlesbrough’s League Cup Win Vs Sam Allardyce’s Bolton  1:07:26 Third Division League One QPR SHOCKED Division One West Brom! 1:10:06 Stoke 2-1 Chelsea 1972 League Cup Final 1:13:32 Swansea’s AMAZING 2013 Cup win (Michu)  1:18:19 Woking Match Review + 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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 A Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🏆🏅PLEASE VOTE FOR US -BEST PODCAST - PREMIER LEAGUE! - https://footballcontentawards.com/votingOn this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin and Neil start with ‘One Game’, during which they exchange INCREDIBLE stories about Champions League Nights.  Then it’s ‘How About That’, where it’s all about Sergiño Dest.  Next, it’s Martin’s Letter from the Gantry. This one is about The City Ground, Martin’s recent return there for commentary and More! After that it’s our usual Three of the Best, featuring a range of players, some of which Brighton fans will enjoy. And lastly we have Neil’s VOICE OF PASSION, where he wants to invent a new position?? [CHAPTERS]00:00 What Is On Today's Show? 02:29 What Game Did Martin Not Want To Commentate On?  05:30 Martin Tyler commentated On THAT Liverpool UCL Final! 07:07 Chelsea 4-4 Ajax Where Are They Now?  11:58 The Story Of Quincy Promes! 16:13 WE NEED YOUR HELP! 16:57 What Happened To Sergiño Dest? 19:45 Commentating On Nottingham Forest Vs. Sunderland (Letter From The Gantry)   24:48 Is Diving Becoming A Problem?  27:45 “Robin Roefs Was Tremendous”- Martin Tyler  30:00 How Regis Le Bris Gets The Best Out Of Isidor  31:22 What Was The Forest Fans Reaction To Ange Postecoglou 32:34 Neil’s Story About Gary Neville’s Chant!  34:34 Diego Gómez Scores 4 ASTONISHING Goals Vs. Barnsley  37:37 WHO Is The Next BIG Talent To Come From Brighton?  41:05 The Importance Of Heading 42:35 The Amazing Career Of Danny Welbeck 44:05 Jordan Henderson’s Leadership 47:47 Busquets: The World's Best Holding Midfielder 51:03 Nketiah’s Crucial Goal Vs. Liverpool!  55:40 Tom Hamer’s HUGE Long Throw Against Chelsea!  1:02:40 Neil Creates A NEW Position! 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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 A Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🏆🏅PLEASE VOTE FOR US -BEST PODCAST - PREMIER LEAGUE! - https://footballcontentawards.com/votingOn this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin and Neil start with Comparisons, where they discuss a range of different Premier League strikers.Next is ‘We Need to Talk About', all centred on the potential return of Strikers as a mainstay of teams, and also La Liga. Then it’s Letter from the Gantry, where Martin recalls the ONLY time he’s ever forgotten his notes for a match! How did he get away with that one?After that is our usual Three of the Best, featuring Neil telling the story of the ‘Curse of Benfica’!And we finish with a quick Stoppage Time that doubles as a Weather Report. [CHAPTERS]00:00 WHATS ON THIS EPISODE?01:43 VOTE FOR US! Football content Awards nomination! 02:16 Harry Kane Vs Erling Haaland comparison07:21 How will loans SAVE Rasmus Højlund and Nicolas Jackson10:34 The battle between Hugo Ekitike and Isak… a worthy gamble?17:27 Are Centre Forwards BACK?!21:20 Arsenal STRUGGLE to create for Gyokeres22:54 “Since Giroud left Arsenal they haven't had a target forward”24:34 Has La Liga lost its competitive edge? 30:27 The day Martin LOST his match notes! (LETTER FROM THE GANTRY) 37:19 Robbie Savage’s CONTROVERSIAL cup tie strategy 40:09 THREE OF THE BEST - Ryan Gravenberch shines again for Liverpool 43:39 Gabriel Martinelli strikes again from the bench 46:50 Amad catches Neil’s eye vs Chelsea 50:05 Aleksandro Petrovic remember the name 51:37 Oliver Glasner’s genius work55:06 The CURSE of Benfica! (Béla Guttmann) 01:00:25 Erling Haaland is a force of nature! 01:04:17 Joshua Kimmich quick thinking shocks Neil! 01:07:52 STOPPAGE TIME! The impact of bad weather in football! 01:14:38 Where to find us & Reminder to VOTE! 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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 A Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Neil and Martin are joined by the midfield maestro, podcaster, pundit and amazing person that is Steve Sidwell! Steve tells us just what it takes to make it as a professional footballer! Taking us through his journey at Arsenal, what Arsene Wenger told him all the way to the time Jose Mourinho used him as a message to the board! + Everything in-between! This episode is one of our favourites, and NOT to be missed.That Peter Crouch Podcast : https://www.youtube.com/@thatpetercrouchpodcast[CHAPTERS]00:00 What's to come?03:05 Who did Steve Sidwell grow up supporting?04:30 Life in Arsenal’s Academy (Being coached by legends)06:44 Martin Tyler commentated on Steve’s youth team games! 07:51 “How close did you get to the (Arsenal) first team”? 09:08 The great managers that shaped Sidwell 11:04 How Steve Coppell ‘Tapped up’ Steve Sidwell at Arsenal 13:10 How did Brentford’s style of play differ to Arsenal’s? 14:39 Steve Sidwell’s professional debut15:32 What did Arsene Wenger say to Sidwell? 16:33 Martin Commentated on Sidwell’s premier league debut!  17:00 Contract issues at Reading- Interest from big clubs!20:06 How hard is it to adapt to the Premier League? 21:18 Signing for Chelsea! John Terry’s phone call…23:52 The importance of having leaders! - Chelsea mentality monsters24:47 How did Sidwell get the NUMBER 9 SHIRT at Chelsea!? (Jose mind games?)26:50 Steve’s phone call with JOSÉ MOURINHO!28:11 Going to José’s HOUSE to discuss Chelsea transfer!30:30 When José left Chelsea…32:03 “Do you regret going to Chelsea?"32:33 “The most unhappy I was” - Why did it not work out at Aston Villa?35:40 Are Aston Villa the great underachievers?37:05 How did Steve Sidwell’s move to Wolves fall through!?38:40 Mick McCarthy's ANGER at Sidwell!39:38 Signing for Fulham - Relief 40:30 “I should have played more…”41:03 How does a professional footballer stay fit in the summer?43:22 “At Chelsea, the Gym wasn't really a thing”44:05 Travelling up to Stoke for training with Crouchy 45:30 “You can’t take Peter Crouch anywhere”!46:57 What is Steve Sidwell today? (Broadcasting + Coaching) 48:48 “I do miss being on the grass… I want to give it a go” 49:28 Post football depression “You cannot replicate it” 53:44 Finishing his career with a promotion for Brighton54:05 Forever Fulham Award55:24 That Peter Crouch Podcast/ Ashley Cole story!58:03 MARTIN TYLER'S LETTER FROM THE GANTRY1:03:01 How does Steve feel about Brentford and his time there?1:06:09 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.s Send us a text Cver Sports - Health & FitnessHealth, fitness & wellbeing that fits real life. Interactive. Inclusive. Actually useful.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin and Neil start with 'We Need to Talk About', all centred on the Premier League Season starting to find its 'personality'. Liverpool grinding results, Man City struggling, Villa not scoring, Crystal Palace bouncing. Then, it's 'We Need to Talk About' Premier League Teams in Europe, and how they can top last campaign.  Next is Letter from the Gantry, where Martin recalls what it was like commentating on René Higuita's Goalkeeping 'Scorpion-Kick' 30 Years on! And we finish with a quick Voice of Passion from Neil about Transfers, PSR, and what he's like to see done.  [CHAPTERS]00:00 INTRO 01:32 Martin watches Woking win 5-0!  02:06 We need to talk about Liverpool’s winning ways!  04:34 Why have Kerkez and Konate been underwhelming? 07:39 Why can't Aston Villa score?  08:20 The Emi Martinez drama   10:40 Aston Villa’s defenders cannot cope with counter attacks 11:40 Martin Tyler invites Ollie Watkins onto the show  13:00 We need to talk about Sunderland's amazing start (Le Bris’ influence) 13:50 Granit Xhaka’s leadership helps the new signings  15:45 Sunderland’s young player policy  16:43  Nei’s take on opening fixture luck  18:51 Manchester City’s continue to struggle 21:10 KDB has never been replaced by City  22:12 “Donnarumma is Joe Hart resurrected”  23:40 The importance of John Stones  27:31 Crystal Palace lose their best player AGAIN 27:51 Martin Tyler on Marc Guehi the man   29:02 Munoz,Mitchell and Wharton continue to impress   32:22 Chris Richards has done brilliant in big games 33:40 Daniel Levy leaves Tottenham. What does that mean?   38:35 What signing has WOW’ed Martin and Neil?    42:35 Do English clubs underperform in EUROPE?  47:36 MARTIN TYLERS LETTER FROM THE GANTRY - René Higuita’s scorpion kick 52:00 What do Neil and Martin think about showboating? 55:55 Voice of passion - Neil’s problem with transfers   1:02:13 Dembele and Doue’s injuries  1:03:40 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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 A Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin and Neil start with our usual Three of the Best - Featuring James Milner, Dominic Szoboszlai, Jack Grealish and More!Then it’s Letter from the Gantry, all about Martin’s recent commentary of Chelsea 2-0 Fulham.After that is Comparisons, delving into recent England’s Senior Men’s. Next is Over Land And Sea, in which Martin tells us all about the time he lost the key to his safe…… containing his World Cup Final ticket!!! Neil also explains about going to Galatasaray’s ‘Stadium of Hell’ in 1999. And we also have Stoppage Time, where Neil agrees with VAR?!?[CHAPTERS]00:00 INTRO01:49 THREE OF THE BEST. (Team identity) 03:50 Brajan Gruda shocks Man City! 05:34 Has Joan Garcia lived up to the hype? 07:44 João Neves scores the best Hat trick!09:30 What makes the Primeira liga a great production line? 10:24 James Milner's longevity 12:20 Callum Wilson back on the score sheet 13:12 Neil's cat interrupts the show! 15:27 "Bobby Moore knew how to play out from the back, his part in the World Cup win is overlooked"18:41 The 8 second rule has been a success19:28 "Szoboszlai reinvented himself as Trent"20:30 Liverpool vs Arsenal was a great coached team on both parts 23:22 Would David Raya of saved the free kick if he was taller? 24:42 Szoboszlai's mentality 27:08 Jack Grealish & Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall revive their careers at Everton 33:43 LETTER FROM THE GANTRY (Chelsea vs Fulham commentary) 38:39 Disallowing King's goal was a disgrace! 43:42 Neil's problem with Mads Hermansen 46:25 Comparing England's 2018 squad to now 51:14 Do you worry about Phil Foden's fitness? 54:36 Would you have Trent Alexander-Arnold in your England squad?57:39 How Martin Tyler lost his world cup final ticket!1:03:14 Neil's trip to the 'Stadium of hell' 1:09:32 Stoppage time - Neil AGREES with VAR! 1:11:41 Tyrique George (DOESN'T) Sign for Fulham 1:14:27 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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 A Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin and Neil get stuck into the newly promoted teams, and their great starts to the Premier League Season.Then it's VOICE OF PASSION, and who'd have thought that Neil would take issue with referees... again?Next, it's Martin's Letter from the Gantry, which is a goodbye and tribute to the legendary Gerry Harrison.After that, the return of Three of the Best, where youngsters Max Dowman, Rio Ngumoha and Estêvão all have their moments to shine! And we finish with Feedback, where Martin and Neil go through some of your comments - including from our recent episode with the one and only John Terry.If you want to see an extra segment of this weeks episode make sure you check out our PATREON where we discuss how commentators eat on game day + more exclusive stories! - https://patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink[CHAPTERS]00:00 INTRO02:06 How do you SURVIVE as a promoted club? 02:53 - Brian Clough’s Nottingham Forest 06:28 Martin Tyler's relationship with Brian Clough 07:50 Brighton got promoted the CORRECT way… 12:25 John Robertson- “A world class footballer” + More Brian Clough stories15:55 Riyad Mahrez: How good was he? 17:30 Manchester city have REALLY missed Mahrez18:24 Neil has a fall! 18:46 Is there a good chance of the promoted teams staying up this season? 20:36 Are WEST HAM and WOLVES in DANGER? 22:44 VOICE OF PASSION - The VAR in the Manchester United - Fulham game was POOR! 26:12 Gravenberch SHOULD have been sent off!  31:40 Direct football is back! Is it more entertaining? 33:43 Are high lines in defence becoming a problem? 35:16 Martin Tyler's Goodbye from the gantry (Gerry Harrison tribute) 41:36 Pape Sarr has blossomed into a star for Spurs (Name change story) 44:45 Max Dowman, Rio Ngumoha and Estevao all shine! 48:39 How does a 15 year old fit into a senior squad? 51:58 Arsenal wanted Dowman to play last season! 53:42 Keith Andrews gets his first win as Brentford manager!54:45 Meeting celebrities pre kick off!57:15 Luka Modric - Neil’s problem with tribalistic Chelsea in pre season!1:00:55 Josh Cullen for Burnley impresses Martin Tyler! 1:02:53 Bernd Leno is arguably the GREATEST Fulham GK!1:06:10  FEEDBACK! (Robert Huth writes in! + John Terry comments) 1:07:28 Joe Allon: “My old boss Jack Chartlon said to me football's a simple game, it's the players that complicate it…” 1:09:34 Aston Villa’s youth will SAVE them! 1:12:10 Playing out from the back feed back 1:13:54 Has Pep Guardiola RUINED football? 1:16:53 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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic by Arron Clague - https://www.instag Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Neil and Martin are joined by the Captain, Leader, Legend: John Terry. The guys and John discuss his time as a player, early years, the importance of captains, trophies won, good times had, but also why it is so hard for former English players to be hired as Managers in English Football.This one is NOT to be missed.[CHAPTERS]JOF JT timestamps  00:00 intro 00:54 When did John Terry's love for football begin? (Football family)  02:11 “At what point did you know you were that good?” (Interest from Sir Alex, Chelsea and Arsenal)  06:48 What made JT stand out as a defender  08:38 “Saturday afternoons in the premier league felt really easy to me”  09:18 “In my day we got away with a lot more”  09:48 “I was so lucky,Spy, I trained with the best” 11:25 “I was always worried that we could sign the best defenders. That made me relentless”  12:16 What were the first impressions of Roman Abramovic?  13:58 “We had the likes of KDB and Salah, they wasn’t ready at the time”  14:36 Has the modern day manager lost their fear factor? 15:30 Stay off penalties!  16:01 Would John Terry handle playing in the modern era? 16:55 John Terry’s frustration with playing out from the back!  18:46 The genius of Jose 20:36 “I don't enjoy watching football anymore”  22:04 “I’d love to play for Pep, I think he’s great”  23:00 “Nobody knows how to head the ball anymore” (The importance of set pieces)  25:17 Why has John Terry stopped managing?   28:43 “As John Terry the player I’d be exactly the same as a manager” 29:53 The misconception of John Terry as a person (Importance of being a captain) 31:30 Does the younger generation have the winning mentality? (the problem with selling your academy products)  35:47 What is John Terry’s favourite part of his career?  36:57 What signing Wowed JT?    38:05 Neil’s Story about Ruud Gullit’s training  39:08 How Gianfranco Zola embarrassed John Terry  40:00 JT, Lampard, Cech and Drogba controlled the dressing room. 40:49 Did John really have new boots every game?  42:06 How hard was it to keep the hunger?  43:09 “You have to losing more than you love winning” - JT’s competitive nature  44:24 How hard was it to retire?  45:53 Nathan Ake rise through Chelsea 47:55 MARTIN TYLERS LETTER FROM THE GANTRY (Leeds United + Player names)  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://h Send us a text Cver Sports - Health & FitnessHealth, fitness & wellbeing that fits real life. Interactive. Inclusive. Actually useful.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin and Neil continue looking forward to the start of the new 2025/26 Premier League Season, by discussing each team, and how they might fair (given their incomings and outgoings). We start Leeds United, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United & Newcastle United.Next, we have Martin's Letter from the Gantry, all about Mark Hughes and recently seeing him at a recent Woking vs Carlisle United Match.Then, we round off with the rest of the preview. Nottingham Forest, Sunderland, Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham & Wolverhampton Wanderers.  [CHAPTERS]00:00 INTRO 2:37 LEEDS - You need a goalkeeper to keep you up!8:52 Martin's first commentary is at Leeds this season!11:24 LIVERPOOL - Will Salah and Van Dijk's age show this season? 17:04 Will Liverpool focus on the Champions League more than the Premier league?18:41 It's a boots for Milos Kerkez to fill! 20:17 What role did Dean Kiely play in transforming Dean Henderson? 21:18 MANCHESTER CITY - Neil is NOT convinced by City's players!26:00 We may see the BEST of city in the season after 29:19 MANCHESTER UNITED - "It'll be better than last season" 33:59 Top 4 or higher would be a good season for Manchester United!34:56 NEWCASTLE UNITED- The Isak saga dampens the mood 40:23 LETTER FROM THE GANTRY - Mark Hughes 46:29 NOTTINGHAM FOREST - Back in Europe! 50:45 Nuno philosophy works once again! 52:16 SUNDERLAND - A very busy window! 56:00 Granit Xhaka's experience will be key 57:23 Neil's northeast weather stories 1:01:04 TOTTENHAM - "The big arrival is Thomas Frank"1:07:51 Losing James Maddison may hurt Tottenham 1:08:59 How much will Son Heung-min be missed? 1:11:43 WEST HAM - Are they in trouble? 1:13:19 - Michail Antonio has been a great servant to the Premier league 1:16:19 WOLVES - Survival is the goal!1:21:34 What does it REALLY mean to get 3 points in the Prem? 1:22:59 Neils TOP 5... 1:23:52 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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 A Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin and Neil look forward to the start of the new 2025/26 Premier League Season, by discussing each tram, and how they might fair (given their incomings and outgoings). We start with AFC Bournmouth, Arsenal, Aston Villa, Brentford and Brighton and Hove Albion.  Then its Martin's Letter from the Gantry - this week about U21's football. Next we return to looking ahead with Burnley, Chelsea, Crystal Palace, Everton and Fulham. And, finally, we have Feedback from you, the listeners. All reflective of Neil's Substack piece on Rule Changes, and also from newcomers from Martin's recent apperance in ChrisMD's latest video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jhRDJR5_c0&t=798s [CHAPTERS]00:00 INTROJoin 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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 A Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 INTRO 1:17 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 victory 5:09 What did Jorginho say about Felipe Luis? - Time in the mixed zones 8:15 How an Al Hilal press officer berated Aaron! 9:25 Kalidou Koulibaly not lifting the AFCON trophy in front of the president of Senegal 10:39 Aaron’s problem with American stadia 14:30 “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 broadcasting 23:35 “It was destiny…” Beginning hospital radio covering Wycombe Wanderers 26:40 The incredible story of Aaron Paul's University journey 32:00 “I’ve never had a job interview at the BBC”  33:41 Advice for getting into broadcasting 35:36 “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 years 49:53 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 Tyler 1:10:55 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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 Mck Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 A Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 A Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin Tyler joins Neil Barnett via Zoom as he discusses the wonderful time he is having in Philadelphia! We start the show with our usual segment of Three of the Best where Neil talks about the U21 Euros and just how good Harvey Elliott has been, whereas Martin stays In America for his picks; even sharing a conversation he had with former Real Madrid, Manchester City and Juventus defender- Danilo! Martin's letter from the Gantry follows on from this as he discusses what it is like to commentate in the Lincoln Financial field, with insight into the teams that have played there under his watch! After this Neil shares his concern around Referee's suggests that penalties and free kicks should be awarded if fouls are committed before a corner comes in?! Winding down in the show we have a fitting 'Over land and sea' segment where the two talk about the increase of match delays due to weather, speculating if this will be a problem in the 2026 World Cup.We end this week with a stoppage time, Neil Barnett has noticed a trend of managers using water breaks as an opportunity to give tactics to the team and he does not like it!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]00:00 INTRO01:55 THREE OF THE BEST2:23 Kenan Yıldız Shines for Juventus!6:55 Harvey Elliott needs regular first team football!9:17 Felipe Luis was a TOP player and is becoming a top coach!10:42 Nordin Amrabat has been magnificent in the Club World Cup 12:32 Robbie Keane had the biggest footballing impact in the MLS15:22 Martin spoke to Danilo before the Chelsea game!18:33 "Fabian Ruiz is like Matuidi"20:48 LETTER FROM THE GANTRY26:13 How has Martin Tyler enjoyed the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia?30:45 VOICE OF PASSION (Refs should give fouls when the ball isn't in play)36:49 OVER LAND AND SEA (Match delays)48:28 STOPPAGE TIME (Neil's problem with managers during drink breaks)54:11 Martin Tylers American food review55:07 WHERE TO FIND US!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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 A Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, first is Martin's Letter from the Gantry in preparation for his commentary duties at the upcoming Club World Cup. Then Neil and Martin discuss the tournament and what it means for the game. Next it's more 'We Need to Talk About' in the form of Ange Postecoglou's sacking from Spurs, and also the unfortunate passing of Uriah Rennie. After that it's our usual Three of the Best (featuring players involved in The Nations League), and then we have The Way We Were which is all about the (mostly) forgotten Confederations Cup. Lastly it's Stoppage time... Ronaldo time. Portugal have won The Nations League!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!00:00 INTRO01:55 Letter from the gantry06:36 Neil’s American recommendations09:27 We NEED to talk about the club world cup 18:40 Was sacking Ange Postecoglu fair?  24:04 “How many times have you heard a manager tell you…”25:10 Who is responsible for so many injuries? 28:38 Martin and Neil’s tribute to Uriah Rennie32:00 Three Of The Best 33:00 Martin Tyler's loving of the Nations League 35:24 Olise’s brilliance 36:30 Michael Olise taught Eze to play Chess!?37:58 Malo Gusto is a great out and out RB38:42 Joao Neves at RB? 40:07 Everyone is still copying the Pep Guardiola inverted fullbacks42:00 “Nuno Mendes should win the Balon d’Or 42:40 Friend of Martin Tyler: Roberto Martinez 43:30 Martin Tyler PLAYED WITH Roberto Martinez!?46:01 Ivan Jurić gets the Atalanta job!49:55 Loïc Badé’s persistence pays off53:58 Ronaldo’s take on the Balon d’Or - Neil’s thoughts on it 56:05 Scott Mctominay has been fantastic for Napoli 56:44 The Way We Were - A look back on the Confederations cup 1:00:38 STOPPAGE TIME- Celebrating Portugal 1:03:22 Cristiano Ronaldo’s national pride1:05:21 “What's the first thing you’re going to do in America?”1:08:17 WHERE TO FIND USHosted 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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 A Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Neil and Martin discuss their travels (Martin's prior to his commentary days, and Neil's more recently at Chelsea's Europa Conference League Final triumph). Then we have comparisons, featuring Désiré Doué, Lamine Yemal, Ousmane Dembélé, Antoine Griezmann and Philippe Coutinho. Next it's 'We Need to Talk About', in which Neil and Martin look into state funded clubs and why PSG's former 'Gelacticos' didn't work. Then it's Martin's Letter from the Gantry which is all about the 3Up Scheme and the National League Play-Off Final. And we end with VOICE OF PASSION, where Neil and Martin debate the atmosphere in stadia. 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] 00:00 IntroHosted 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: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic 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 Fairclough Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Neil and Martin choose their Teams of the Season. Yes, 'Teams'. We have Premier League XI (featuring some substitutes from Martin), The Most Improved XI, the Newcomers XI, and Neil's Team to Make You Scream (made up of the best individual 90' minutes he's seen against Chelsea this season). Also, Martin's Letter from the Gantry takes us through Martin's final commentary of the year at Old Trafford, Ruben Amorim's Speech to the crowd, and what the future might hold for Manchester United. 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] 00:00 Intro01:57 Matz Sels vs David Raya 04:24 Martin Tylers defender picks (Munoz, Van Dijk, Gabriel, Robinson)05:28 William Saliba and Gvardiol makes Neil's Defence06:11 Is Daniel Munoz the best RB in the league?07:17 Martin's Midfielder picks! (Gravenberch, Declan Rice, Bruno Fernandes)10:28 Neil's Midfielder picks! (Bruno Guimaraes, Caicedo, Mac Allister) 11:45 Is Moises Caicedo the NEW N'golo Kante? 14:58 Martin's front three (Mo Salah, Mbuemo, Isak) 15:36 Where does Isak's future lie? 17:48 Luis Diaz makes Neil's front line18:54 How good is Mbeumo for Brentford?19:40 Martin Tyler and Neil Barnett TOTS team read!20:18 Martin's Subs!23:12 MOST IMPROVED XI23:20 Dean Henderson's best season?24:48 The most improved DEFENDERS (Died Spence, Van Hecke, Dan Burn, Marc Cucarella) 25:25 Neil's most improved DEFENDERS (Ola Aina, Ezri Konsa,Levi Colwill, Robinson) 26:50 Martins most improved MIDFIELDERS (Youri Tielemans, Damsgaard, Hinshelwood)28:02 The rise of Youri Tielemans29:50 Justin Kluivert and Semenyo shine for Bournemouth30:29 Jacob Murphy "Doesn't realise how good he is...but he does now!"31:27 MOST IMPROVED FULL TEAM READ 32:17 Martin Tyler's Letter from the Gantry (Commentating on Manchester United vs Aston Villa + Amorin's speech) 38:25 Martinez red card, correct call? 43:20 PREMIER LEAGUE NEWCOMERS XI43:23 "Aaron Ramsdale deserves to play in the Premier league"44:45 Martin and Neil share their defence! (Wan Bissaka, Hujisen, Milenkovic, Lewis-Skelly) 46:35 Neil's Halloween story47:22 Is Dean Huijsen a Real Madrid quality player?48:23 Myles Lewis-Skelly, Is he a Left back? 49:25 Martin's best newcomer's midfield (Archie Gray, Andre,Anderson)50:43 "Mikel Merino is a player"51:36 Is Marmoush the Alvarez replacement Manchester City needed?55:10 Where will Liam Delap go to? What system can he fit in to?56:10 NEWCOMERS XI TEAM READ56:50 Neil Barnett's BEST 90 minutes XI (against Chelsea) 57:10 Alex Palmer of Ipswich 1:01:28 Would Neil Barnett sign Liam Delap for Chelsea?1:02:35 Best 90 minutes XI team read 1:02:50 Managers of the season (Arne Slot)1:04:39 Nuno Espirito Santos + Glasner 1:06:25 Vítor Pereira has brought joy to wolves1:07:48 Eddie Howe1:09:25 STOPPAGE TIME- Martins stats of the season!01:11:35 Outro and Where to Find Us!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_p Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices