EPL Matchweek 12 Preview, BETS & Picks | World Cup Final Teams Tier List
Release Date: 11/22/2024
EPL 25-26 Midseason Awards! | EPL Matchweek 20 Preview!
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Happy New Year!!! New Year, same us as we start the show with technical difficulties but power through. First up, we jump straight into our EPL 25-26 Midseason Awards! Halfway through the season, we take stock of the players and teams in the league and hand out our awards of the season so far! (0:37) Next, we check in on the the latest AFCON updates (43:43) as we head into the Knockout round, then jump into the winter transfer window, with some major moves already locked in! (45:15) Finally, we finish with a look ahead to the EPL Matchweek 20 slate, making our picks, bets and fantasy winners!...
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AFCON Check In! | EPL Matchweek 19 Preview & 18 Review!
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Welcome back! We love the holiday season onslaught of matches! This week we start with a review of the Boxing Day matches from the weekend, with Aston Villa continuing their streak while Arsenal and Man City keep pace! (2:59) Next, we hit the latest quotes and stats from around the leagues (36:30). Then, we check in on the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as the group stage comes to an end and knockouts kick off! (46:58) Finally, we end with a look ahead to the EPL Matchweek 19 matchups including picks, bets and our fantasy team of the week! (Steven Adams shout out!) (56:31) Thanks for hanging...
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Most Annoying Things in Soccer Tier List Pt. 2! | EPL Matchweek 17 Review & 18 Preview
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Hey Friends! Welcome back to the debauchery of the Ballon d'Runks podcast! This week we start off with a review of all the action from the EPL Matchweek 17 games with Arsenal and Man City keeping pace, Newcastle and Chelsea fighting to a draw, and Aston Villa continuing to make moves in the table! (3:13) Next, we hit the latest news from the soccer world including the first ever discussion of a LIFETIME contract (29:26). Then, Austin hits Torin with a fun array of trivia (35:45). Next up, our main event, the next installment of our MOST ANNOYING THINGS IN SOCCER TIER LIST! In part two, we...
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Our Favorite Things in Soccer Tier List Part II! | EPL Matchweek 16 Review & 17 Preview | Extra Trivia!
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Welcome back soccer fans! Absolutely MEGA episode this week! Starting off with a look at the recent EPL matchweek 16 results! Salah plays! The Tyne-Wear Derby returns! And Arsenal get a scare! (2:50) Next, we go over the upcoming AFCON player departures and how these absences will impact the league over the next month (37:05). Then, we hit the latest news around the soccer world, including FIFA lawsuits, world cup ticket drama, and a Vardy award! (42:55) Trivia is back with a bang as Austin hits Torin with a slew of fun questions (53:25). Next, we go over our EPL Matchweek 17 Picks, Bets &...
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Salah Drama & Leeds Delight! | World Cup Draw | EPL Matchweek 14/15 Review & 16 Preview
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Welcome back! We jump straight into the headline of the week, SALAH DRAMA! We discuss the firey comments from the Liverpool forward and debate where things move forward from here? (3:28) Then, we hit the rest of the EPL Matchweek 14/15 slate, including Arsenal going down and an amazing week for Leeds winning 4 points against the likes of Chelsea and Liverpool! (12:49) Next, we talk through the recent World Cup Draw and give our thoughts on how the groups stack up for next summer's showdown (34:37). Champions League check in is up next as we are midway through the matchday 6 slate. (57:45)...
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Top 50 21st Century Players Warmup Debate | EPL Matchweek 13 Review & Matchweek 14/15 Preview | Trivia, News & More!
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Welcome in! This week we have another mega-POD with the "triple gameweek" EPL slate upon us! We start discussing the EPL Matchweek 13 (and some 14) results, including Arsenal dropping points and Liverpool stopping their slide. (4:21) Next, we jump into the latest news, starting with SDFC's dissapointing (but awesome) season coming to an end (29:15), plus new VAR rules being discussed (35:45), and a check in on the VERY competitive Serie A season (38:52). Then, Austin shares his first draft of his 21st Century Top 50 players ranking with much discussion and debate to get to! (45:40) Next up,...
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Goal Celebrations Tier List! | UEFA Champions League Matchday 5 Review | EPL Matchweek 13 Preview
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Welcome into the Turkey Day MEGA-POD!!! Austin is back from his fun Mexico vacation and we have so much to catch up on! First off, we go through the recent Champions League Matchday 5 results with Arsenal leading the way and Chelsea shocking Barcelona. (7:27) Next, we jump into the results from EPL Matchweek 12 over the weekend, including Liverpools continued struggles and Newcastle pulling out a huge win! (23:57) After hitting some News (35:45) and Trivia (40:55), we head into our main event. This week's Tier List is Goal Celebrations! From the classics to the individual masterpieces, we...
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Most Annoying Things in Soccer Tier List! | World Cup Qualifiers Update | EPL Matchweek 12 Preview
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Hey Y'all! Welcome back to the pod! Fortunately, this international break brought the drama with crucial World Cup qualifiers across the world. We start off this ep by reviewing all the results, including insane late finishes out of Ireland, Austria and Scotland! (2:34) Next, we hit the latest news, including the decision (FINALLY) from the MLS owners to shift the season to FIFA's schedule! (16:44) Then, we hit our main event, our MOST ANNOYING THINGS IN SOCCER TIER LIST! Taking a total 180 from last week, we break down some of our LEAST favorite things that are part of the game! (33:35)...
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The Sexiest Plays in Soccer Tier List! | EPL Matchweek 11 Review
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Thanks for tuning in! This week we start off with a beer bong bang! (4:35) Before getting into the EPL results from Matchweek 11. Liverpool continue to stumble but Arsenal also lose points keeping the top of the table battle alive! (5:51) Next, we get into trivia and stats including a look at the odds ahead of the upcoming World Cup 2026! (41:22) Finally, we end with a surprise tier list for Austin...The sexiest play in soccer! We break down all those plays you love to see and can't get enough of...how do they stack up against each other? (59:00) Thanks for listening and see you next time!
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UEFA Champions League Matchweek 4! | EPL Matchweek 10 Review & 11 Preview | FIFPRO World XI Reaction!
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Welcome back, this week we kick off with fresh off the grill reactions to the UEFA Champions League Matchweek 4 games, including the epic showdowns between Liverpool/Real Madrid and PSG/Bayern! (5:38) Next, we get into the EPL matchweek 10 results, with Liverpool snapping their losing streak and Arsenal staying top of the league (23:25). Then, we move into reviewing the 2025 edition of the FIFPRO World XI team of the year. Selected by the players for the players, we break down the team of the season! (36:25) After some trivia (41:57), we move into the upcoming EPL Matchweek 11 lineup. We break...
info_outlineWelcome in everyone! This week we catch up on everything after the brief international break. We take a look at the upcoming slate for EPL Matchweek 12 and talk through our picks and favorite bets...REAL MONEY THIS WEEK! (2:29) Next we get into some new headlines with Guardiola staying, Reece James hurt again & the USMNT looking NICE! (Guest appearnce from Akanji's INSANE math skillz) (24:39) Finally we wrap with our Tier list of the week, ranking the World Cup Final Teams from the last 5 editions of the tournament. Will a losing team make the top spot??! (38:50) Thanks for listening in Y'all!
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