The returning Ollie White is the former Digitals Communications Specialist for Valencia CF & currently works for La Liga, as their English Social Media Manager.

This week, Lew and Ollie discuss if it’s possible for Lamine Yamal to win Ballon d'Or, if Barcelona win the Champions League. The La Liga title race slowly falling out of the hands of Real Madrid and fun clubs in Spain that you need to watch!

We’re also breaking down two juicy European matchups in Athletic Bilbao vs Manchester United and Real Betis vs Fiorentina. In a football world driven by money and superstars, Athletic Club constantly remind us what identity and expression can achieve. Before they play Manchester United, we dive into their incredible journey, powered entirely by Basque born talent. Can Ruben Amorim’s men can handle the heat at San Mames?

Then we shift to Seville, where Real Betis host a gritty Fiorentina side in their first ever European semi final match in the clubs history! Immortality beckons for Isco, Antony and co, who could become the first Spanish side to reach the Europa Conference League final.

(00:10) The return of Ollie White!

(02:29) Liverpool win the Premier League

(06:17) The potential Arne Slot war chest

(11:45) Barcelona 3-3 Inter Milan breakdown

(15:19) How good is Lamine Yamal?

(20:16) Can a teenager win the Ballon d'Or?

(24:16) Barcelona vs Real Madrid for La Liga

(27:55) The disciples of Neymar

(30:32) 11able (GAME)

(41:58) The history of Club Athletic

(46:55) Basque Country talent factory

(52:36) The Nico Williams saga

(57:28) Real Betis on the verge of history

(1:03:19) The Antony remontada

(1:07:37) Fun Spanish teams to watch

(1:10:41) Quick fire questions

(1:13:38) The aura of Real Madrid players

Gameweek 32 had it all: comebacks, upsets, and dominant displays—but let’s talk about Aston Villa, because Unai Emery’s side are cooking harder than Michael B. Jordan in Sinners. With two commanding performances back to back, they’ve officially gatecrashed the Uefa Champions League conversation. Let’s break it all down.

Manchester City 5–2 Crystal Palace: Man City showcased their elite mentality, overturning a two goal deficit. The orchestration of Kevin De Bruyne was pivotal in this game, as City hunt for a top 5 position.

Newcastle United 4–1 Manchester United: Newcastle's dynamic attacking play, led by Barnes' brace, exposed Man United's defensive weaknesses. Will the Toon Army be be making a triumphant return to the Champions League?

Chelsea 2–2 Ipswich Town: The defensive frailties of Chelsea were on display, as they had to claw back from a two goals down. A late Jadon Sancho equalizer salvaged a point against Ipswich Town, but questions remain about the consistency of the blues.

Southampton 0–3 Aston Villa: Villa didn’t just win they suffocated Southampton. A textbook Unai Emery away performance: organized, aggressive, ruthless.

Arsenal 1–1 Brentford: Arsenal's midfield control was evident, but Wissa's equalizer exposed their vulnerability to counterattacks. Dropped points here could prove costly in the title race.

(01:20) Magic Manchester City

(06:28) Notable Newcastle United

(12:28) Who Am I? (GAME)

(18:21) Who Am I? (Player 2)

(25:31) Who Am I? (Player 3)

(33:29) Have Chelsea Bottled Champions League?

(39:15) What’s Wrong With Cole Palmer?

(44:00) Aston Villa Stay In The Hunt For Europe

(46:03) How Well Can Mikel Arteta Juggle?

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(01:42) How Good Is Marco Silva?

(08:16) Liverpool Walk To The Premier League

(10:57) Villainous Aston Villa

(15:40) Can Nottingham Forest Juggle?

(19:43) Who’s Your Manager Of The Year?

(21:35) Bet Of The Week (18+)

(22:47) Saints Are The Biggest “Sinners”

(29:30) Alienated Ange Postecoglou

(34:57) Kevin De Bruyne Leaves Manchester City

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