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The transfer window has officially lost the plot.

The Five Aside crew breaks down Rodri’s potential Barcelona move, why Real Madrid may have fumbled the deal, and whether he’s actually the missing piece Barça need. Then things get heated over José Mourinho: is the Special One still special enough to bring La Liga back to Madrid, or are we living off nostalgia?

Plus, Arsenal’s search for a winger sparks a £140M debate, Liverpool’s transfer strategy gets questioned, Ferran Torres gets told to pipe down, Julián Álvarez’s price tag gets put on tri...

Arsenal finally land Bruno Guimarães... and suddenly Dalu's biggest Premier League villain becomes his favourite midfielder. 😅

This week the Five Aside crew dive into Arsenal's midfield makeover, Vinícius Jr.'s never-ending contract saga, Rashford's uncertain Manchester United future, Chelsea's endless collection of wonderkids, Saudi money vs football ambition, and a heated debate over Victor Osimhen, wages, and whether Premier League clubs still undervalue African strikers.

As always, plenty of football takes, plenty of chaos, and absolutely zero agreements.

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Arsenal sign Bruno Guimarães

Vinícius Jr. contract...

The Five Aside boys are BACK with a brand-new season, a fresh studio, and plenty of football banter!

This week they dive into the biggest football talking point of the summer: FIFA's controversial private investment proposal. Is football evolving, or is the beautiful game being sold to the highest bidder? The lads debate Gianni Infantino, transparency, UEFA's response, and what private investors could really mean for fans.

Then it's onto the transfer window as Chelsea continue their spending spree, Arsenal's pursuit of Vinícius Jr., Morgan Rogers, squad building, Premier League ambitions, and plenty of C...

The World Cup is over... and football withdrawal has officially kicked in. 😭⚽

The lads reunite to relive the tournament, share what they'll miss most, and hand out the official Five Aside World Cup Awards. From MVP and Best Young Player to Worst Fans, Biggest Disappointment and our Team of the Tournament, expect plenty of debate, banter and a few controversial picks.

Did Bellingham deserve to miss out? Is Messi still untouchable? Were Portugal the biggest flop? And was Cape Verde really the surprise story of the tournament?

Let us know your own awards and B...

England were one goal away from the World Cup Final… until it all fell apart.

This week on Five Aside, the boys break down England's dramatic collapse against Argentina, asking the big question: Did Thomas Tuchel get it completely wrong?

From questionable substitutions and a defensive meltdown to Messi rolling back the years and Scaloni's tactical masterclass, we unpack why England froze under pressure while Argentina simply refused to die.

We also preview the blockbuster Spain vs Argentina World Cup Final, debating whether Spain's beautiful football can overcome Argentina's grit, mentality, and Messi ma...

Spain are through to the final after outclassing France—and the lads break down exactly why. From Rodri and Fabián Ruiz running the midfield to Didier Deschamps' questionable team selection, there's plenty to unpack.

Did France abandon what made them successful? Was Spain simply too good? And with Mbappé's Ballon d'Or hopes fading, does Spain now have one hand on the trophy?

Plus, the boys give their updated tournament predictions and preview England's massive semi-final.

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00:00 Intro & reaction to Spain vs France

00:40 Predictions revisited 👀

01:35 Why Spain c...

The World Cup semi-finals are here and the Five Aside crew dives into every major storyline. Can Spain's possession football finally crack France's superstar squad? Is Lamine Yamal ready to silence the doubters against Mbappé and co.? Will England's talent finally click against Messi's battle-hardened Argentina? Plus, the lads debate Thomas Tuchel's explosive comments about England, Bellingham's response, Ballon d'Or implications, and give their semi-final predictions.

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00:00 – Intro & World Cup withdrawal is real

01:55 – 64-team World Cup debate & Nigeria concerns

03:00 – Breaking down the four semi-finalists

05:15 – Spain vs France preview

06:30 –...

The World Cup knockout stage is here and the Five Aside crew have plenty to get off their chest! 🇵🇹🔥

This week the boys debate whether this has actually been a great World Cup, why there haven't been enough iconic goals, and whether tactics have killed the wonder strike. They also react to Uruguay's punishment after crashing out, call out the NFF over Nigeria's absence, and reveal their biggest tournament disappointments.

Plus, bold Round of 32 predictions including Japan vs Brazil, Portugal vs Croatia, Morocco vs Netherlands, France vs Sweden and plenty more. Will the underdogs keep shocking...

Portugal finally turned on the style, Ronaldo delivered, and suddenly the “Portugal are finished” takes are looking shaky. The lads break down Ghana’s defensive masterclass against England, debate whether Tuchel knows his best XI, and spend an outrageous amount of time arguing over one Ronaldo free kick that never happened. Plus, France are terrifying, Olise is cooking, and is João Félix football’s biggest “what if”?

00:00 - Intro

00:16 - Home Depot boxes / new studio tease

01:12 - Haruna joins

01:43 - Declan Rice injury mention

02:00 - Dalu on hate watching...

Portugal’s World Cup campaign is already causing civil war in the Five Aside studio. Is Cristiano Ronaldo holding Portugal back, or are the players around him failing to serve him properly? The lads also break down England’s statement win, Messi’s masterclass for Argentina, Senegal’s struggles, Brazil’s concerns, and the surprise packages lighting up the tournament. Plus, early shouts for the breakout young star of the World Cup. Banter, hot takes, and plenty of football chaos.

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00:00 – Intro & Portugal disappointment

01:00 – Why this World Cup has exceeded expectations

02:45 – Most impressive...

The Five Aside crew break down Cape Verde’s historic World Cup journey, debate whether Spain should be worried after a sluggish opener, and react to France’s statement win over Senegal. The guys also dive into Ousmane Dembélé’s role for France, Senegal’s transition from its golden generation, and why African teams are making a serious impact on the world stage. Plus, plenty of World Cup banter, predictions, and hot takes along the way.

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00:00 – Intro and FIFA Fan Fest experiences

01:00 – Meeting Cape Verde fans and the beauty of World Cup culture

The World Cup is finally underway and the Five Aside crew are here to break down all the opening-day drama. AK and Inii react to an underwhelming opening ceremony, South Africa’s nightmare start against Mexico, South Korea’s impressive display against Czechia, and a chaotic Canada vs Bosnia clash. Plus, they preview USA vs Paraguay and debate whether Mauricio Pochettino’s Americans can finally live up to the hype. Banter, bold predictions, and plenty of football chaos as the tournament gets rolling.

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00:00 – Intro & World Cup excitement

00:43 – Opening ceremony reactions: did Mexico underdeliv...

The Five A Side Podcast is BACK — and we're coming in hot with the World Cup already underway right here in Atlanta 🔥

We reunite the full crew — Dalu, AK, Temi, Haruna, and special guest Tobi — to break down everything World Cup 2026. From the vibe (or lack of it) in Atlanta, to who's actually winning this thing, to the African teams we're riding with all tournament long.

We get into France's squad depth, Spain's scary balance, Portugal's Ronaldo problem, and why England under Tuchel might actually be different this time. Plus — Nigeria didn't make it. We had to talk...

What happens when a Nigerian mum discovers her son has two dangerous obsessions: animals and football? In this hilarious and heartwarming episode, Dalu sits down with his mum to unpack the origin story of his football addiction. From kissing cats and sleeping in dog houses to singing Okocha's name at sunset, the conversation takes a nostalgic turn through Nigerian football culture, Rangers vs Iwuanyanwu chaos, World Cup memories, Arsenal heartbreak, and the moment Neymar won Mum's heart forever. A funny family conversation packed with football banter, childhood stories, and unexpected Neymar fandom.

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00:00 – Introducing Mum's fi...

Arsenal’s Champions League dream ends in the cruelest way possible: penalties. In this special Five Aside fan reaction episode, emotions are running wild as Gunners and PSG supporters debate controversial penalty decisions, Dembele vs Mbappé legacy talk, Arteta’s tactics, transfer targets, and whether Arsenal are one step away from becoming Europe’s next powerhouse. Raw, passionate, and completely unfiltered fan reactions straight from the final.

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00:00 – PSG fans celebrate European glory

01:00 – Is this PSG team the start of a dynasty?

02:00 – Ligue 1 advantage debate & Dembele's performance

03:00 – Dembele vs Mbappé: Who is...

The Five Aside crew goes ALL IN on the UCL Final debate as Arsenal fans, PSG supporters, and certified football terrorists clash over tactics, “world-class” players, underdog narratives, and whether Declan Rice can survive PSG’s midfield chaos.

From Saka debates to Arteta tactics, Hakimi injury concerns, Enrique’s revenge arc, and Arsenal fans claiming “the pressure is off” — this one gets HEATED.

Plus: the funniest joke of the episode — “Fly Emirates vs Emirates Fly Better” — might genuinely decide the final. 😭

Will PSG’s attack overpower Arsenal’s defense? Or are the Gunners finally ready to complete the...

Arsenal fans in Atlanta absolutely lose the plot after finally ending the drought — and the scenes are pure chaos. From emotional lifelong supporters and rival fan banter to Bruno Fernandes debates, Tottenham survival stress, Klopp nostalgia, and Arteta praise, this one has everything football culture is about.

There’s singing. There’s screaming. There’s tears. There’s cooked takes. And somehow Spurs fans still caught strays.

Football heritage was alive and well tonight.

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00:00 – Arsenal fans flood the celebrations

00:45 – Father & son Arsenal story goes emotional

01:45 – “I don’t know what to...

Manchester United finally got their hands on a trophy this season… unfortunately it’s the all-time assist leaders list. 😭

Who really knows ball better? Temi puts Chidalu and Ak through a brutal Premier League assists challenge — naming players from the ALL-TIME EPL assist leaders list until somebody folds.

From safe picks like Giggs and KDB to outrageous misses, panic answers, and the shocking Özil debate, this one gets heated FAST. Plus, someone’s walking away with free Chick-fil-A… and someone’s walking away ashamed. 😂

Did they cook or embarrass themselves? Watch till the end and play along...

Arsenal are Premier League champions — and the Five Aside boys are losing their minds. From emotional fan confessions to Declan Rice propaganda, Arteta debates, Pep Guardiola legacy talk, and Xabi Alonso confirmed at Chelsea, this episode is pure football chaos.

We also get into João Pedro's Brazil snub, Salah's Liverpool legacy, Mourinho to Real Madrid, and whether Arsenal are about to build a dynasty… or if this is just a one-hit wonder. Banter levels? Through the roof.

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00:00 - Haircut bets, forgiveness & Arsenal finally deliver

02:15 - Arsenal crowned Premier League champ...

The FA Cup watch party descended into absolute chaos as City fans celebrated another trophy and Chelsea fans held a full-on therapy session. From “Reece PTO James” jokes to Petr Čech cosplay slander, this episode has everything: brutal banter, player-of-the-season debates, treble talk, and one very emotional Chelsea fan trying to survive another disappointing final. Plus: City fans arguing Bernardo vs Cherki, Arsenal catching random strays, and pub chants that definitely shouldn’t be sung around children. Pure football pub culture.

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00:00 – “Reece PTO James” enters the chat

01:00 – City fans celebrate FA Cup glory

02...

The lads are BACK and absolutely flying. We break down Chelsea’s FA Cup hopes vs Pep’s machine, Barcelona clinching La Liga while Madrid descend into pure chaos, and the growing Rashford-to-Barca agenda. Plus: Mourinho to Madrid rumors, Arsenal UCL dreams, Spurs & West Ham in a relegation scrap nobody expected, and why Barça might still not be ready for Europe. Pure football banter from start to finish.

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro & today’s football chaos

01:20 – Chelsea vs Man City FA Cup final preview

05:20 – Pep overthinking & Chelsea’s chances

09:00 – Arsenal UCL hopes vs PSG...

The Five Aside boys enter the football knowledge trenches with the ultimate Premier League relegation game. From Ipswich and Sunderland to Nottingham Forest and QPR, it turns into pure chaos as heads start spinning, answers get repeated, and “I already said that!” becomes the phrase of the episode 😭

There’s pressure, shameless cheating allegations, vintage Premier League nostalgia, and one of the scrappiest title races you’ll ever witness. If you know your Barclays heritage, this one is for you.

Who actually knows ball? 👀

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Timestamps

0:00 – Intro to the Relegation G...

The lads break down Arsenal’s chaotic late win over West Ham, the set-piece controversy, City’s ruthless chase, Chelsea and Liverpool’s mid-off at Anfield, United scraping past Sunderland, and a heated Bruno Fernandes vs Declan Rice PFA debate. Plus: Mother’s Day love and premium football banter.

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00:00 – Arsenal fans survive the stress

02:00 – Fernandez miss, Raya save, late-game chaos

09:00 – Ben White injury and Arteta’s risky Rice experiment

12:00 – Zubimendi exposed by Premier League intensity

17:30 – Odegaard and Havertz change the game

19:15 – SofaScore spoilers and VAR pain

20:45 –...

Arsenal fans are already planning the parade, Chelsea fans are fighting for survival, and Real Madrid are apparently one training session away from a WWE tag match.

This week on Five Aside, the boys preview a MASSIVE football weekend — from Arsenal vs West Ham and the Premier League title race drama, to Liverpool vs Chelsea aka El Plástico, plus a chaotic El Clasico breakdown featuring Mbappé drama, Barca vibes football, and Madrid dressing-room civil war allegations.

There’s also love for Michael Carrick’s turnaround at United, conference league slander, title-race paranoia, and enough football...

Arsenal are heading back to the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years — and the Five Aside crew had plenty to say about it. From Saka’s starboy performance to Arteta outclassing Simeone, the boys break down Arsenal’s mature win over Atletico and what it means for long-suffering Gunners fans.

Then it’s over to PSG vs Bayern, where Luis Enrique’s machine-like PSG side delivered another cold, clinical performance. The panel debates whether PSG are officially the best team in the world right now, why Bayern got tactically cooked, and whether Arsenal actually stand a ch...

Dalu and AK Haruna break down a chaotic weekend of football. Chelsea’s collapse gets a full post-mortem—boardroom chaos, poor recruitment, and players not stepping up. Then it’s over to the title race, where Doku goes full demon mode but Everton still snatch a huge result, putting Arsenal firmly in control.

The boys also debate whether this Arsenal side finally has the mentality to deliver, before diving into Champions League predictions—can Arsenal handle Atletico’s dark arts, and will Bayern or PSG come out on top?

Banter, pain, and bold predictions—this one hits eve...

Temi, Chidalu, AK and guest Haruna break down a massive weekend — Mainoo signs his contract and immediately puts in a shift, United dismantle a depleted Liverpool, the Carrick debate heats up, and Arsenal fans are daring to dream again with Saka back to his terrifying best.

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro & good vibes

01:30 – Kobbie Mainoo signs his contract

06:00 – Should Mainoo make England’s squad?

09:30 – Man United vs Liverpool — match ratings

14:00 – The Amad problem & self-inflicted goals

19:00 – Why Liverpool are in trouble

22:00 – Bundesliga players in the Premier League — do they work?

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The boys are back previewing a massive Premier League weekend—and it’s pure chaos. Arsenal fans are battling title-pressure nerves, United fans are dreaming (again), and Chelsea are… finally showing signs of life? From bold scoreline predictions to heated debates on “Premier League legends,” this episode is packed with banter, hot takes, and just enough delusion to keep things spicy. Plus: Can Everton actually do Arsenal a favor? Don’t hold your breath…

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro & weekend preview setup

00:45 – Arsenal vs Fulham: “Pressure is privilege”… or panic?

03:30 – Are Arsenal players on the brink of legendary sta...

This episode is pure football whiplash. The boys break down the absolute madness between Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain—a 5-4 thriller that had everything: chaos, brilliance, and zero defending (or was it?). Then it’s a hard pivot to the tactical trenches as Arsenal vs Atlético Madrid delivers a cagey, high-IQ battle.

From Enrique vs Pep debates to penalty controversies, second-leg predictions, and Arsenal catching stray bullets (again), this one’s banter-heavy but insight-loaded. Chaos vs control. Vibes vs structure. Pick your fighter.

Timestamps

00:00 – Cold open chaos & intro

01:00 – Bayern vs PSG: “Be...

The boys are back after a Premier League weekend full of chaos, confidence swings, and classic Arsenal anxiety. They break down Bukayo Saka’s instant impact and why his return changes everything for Arsenal’s title charge—plus the brutal truth about injuries, squad depth, and whether the Gunners are bottling it again.

Then it’s over to Manchester City, where Phil Foden’s drop-off has everyone asking: confidence crisis or Pep roulette gone wrong? Finally, Chelsea somehow find a pulse—so what changed? Is it the manager, the players, or just vibes?

It’s banter, bold t...

This week on Five Aside, the boys unpack absolute chaos at Chelsea—another manager gone, fans emotionally checked out, and a squad low on confidence. Is it bad recruitment, poor structure, or just vibes gone wrong?

Then it’s over to Arsenal, where title dreams are starting to wobble. Are they bottling it again or just hitting a rough patch? The crew debates mentality, missed chances, and whether City have already snatched momentum.

Plus: Golden Boot trivia chaos, Florida tour vibes, and classic Five Aside banter throughout.

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00:00 – Intro & Florida trip chaos...

This week’s Five Aside is pure Champions League chaos. The crew breaks down the absolute cinema of Bayern vs Madrid — a game packed with goals, errors, and elite talent going toe-to-toe. From Mbappé and Vinícius causing havoc to Neuer’s shaky moments and Mendy locking things down, it had everything.

Then… we switch to Arsenal. And yeah — it’s a different story. A frustrating, low-quality draw with Sporting raises big questions about attack, confidence, and whether Arteta’s side can actually go all the way. The guys debate whether it’s tactics, talent, or just tired legs.

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Red Card Redemption & Bruno Breakdown: United’s “Comeback” That Wasn’t

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United lose… but somehow leave with “positives”? The lads break down a chaotic clash where a red card flipped the script, Leeds forgot how to kill a game, and United remembered how to shoot—eventually.

From Carrick’s tactical growing pains to a full-on debate about whether Bruno Fernandes is the problem (yes, it gets spicy), this episode dives deep into United’s identity crisis, midfield confusion, and reliance on individual brilliance.

Plus: Can this team actually beat Chelsea next? Or is the snow...

It’s peak banter and brutal honesty this week as City turn into cold-blooded finishers, Arsenal fans spiral, and Chelsea get cooked in a tale of two halves. The lads break down City’s scary “effective era,” O’Reilly’s rise at left-back, and why Arsenal might be mentally cooked when it matters most. From tactical debates to full-on rants about Arteta, Zubimendi, and the missing “star man,” this one is heated. Oh—and Tottenham? Yeah… they’re still Tottenham.

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00:00 – Chaos intro & “bring the bottle” energy

01:15 – Arsenal heartbreak & fan reactions

02:00 – City vs Chelsea: Initial thought...

Enzo Fernandez has Madrid on his mind—and Chelsea fans are not having it. The boys dive into the controversy, debating professionalism vs player ambition and whether the punishment fits. Meanwhile, Arsenal’s title push continues, but questions loom over their young stars—should they cash in or trust the process? Plus, full Premier League previews, bold predictions, and classic banter from start to finish.

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0:00 Intro

1:44 Arsenal vs Bournemouth preview

3:52 Should Arsenal sell Skelly & Waniri for £100m?

13:23 The Arteta youth debate

15:55 Bournemouth breakdown — why they never park the...

This week’s Five Aside is pure chaos—in the best way. From PSG absolutely cooking Liverpool (with tiki-taka on steroids) to Bayern vs Madrid delivering a tactical slugfest, the boys break it all down with zero chill. There’s love for Olise’s baller aura, debates over Mbappé’s Madrid impact, and a full-on Saka vs Foden civil war 💀. Plus, Barcelona’s high line gets cooked again and Arsenal grind out a “we’ll take it” win. Football heritage, hot takes, and pure banter—tap in.

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00:00 Welcome back — and goodbye to Hawaii

04:45 AK's Nike event re...

Happy Easter, but nobody was safe on this episode. The lads dig into Chelsea’s ruthless 7-0 FA Cup win, the Enzo drama and what it says about the Blues’ long-term project, before turning to Man City’s demolition of Liverpool as Haaland reminded everyone he is still football’s final boss. Then it is time for Arsenal therapy after a painful cup exit to Southampton, with big questions over form, squad depth and whether the title charge is wobbling. They wrap with Champions League predictions, Spurs chaos and one very unserious babysitting question.

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00:00 Happy Ea...

This episode of Five Aside kicks off with Liverpool catching strays after a Brighton loss, before the boys dive into a heated breakdown of Arsenal vs Man City in the Carabao Cup final—where Kepa becomes public enemy number one.

From Bruno Fernandes’ PFA shouts to Bournemouth’s underrated brilliance, the pod debates whether stats equal greatness. The Chelsea segment? Pure therapy session—“Blue Coat House” is officially open as the lads cook the board, the manager, and the entire system.

To wrap things up, the Neymar vs Henry debate sparks chaos, with strong takes on legacy, e...

Chaos, lashing, and ego checks 😭

This episode dives into one of the craziest Champions League weeks ever — Barcelona’s demolition job, Bayern doing Bayern things, and the Premier League getting humbled on the biggest stage.

The boys break down key matches, debate PSG vs Liverpool, and argue over who’s actually built for Europe. Plus, Chelsea catch serious stray bullets 😅

⏱ Timestamps

00:00 – Intro & AK’s jersey excuse 😂

00:33 – “Craziest UCL week ever”

01:02 – Premier League gets humbled

02:48 – Barcelona 7-2 Newcastle breakdown

05:08 – La Masia vs “money league” debate

13:51 – Bayern dominance...

The Five Aside crew — Dalu, AK, Ini, and Nnamdi — break down a big weekend of Premier League action and preview the Champions League second legs. They debate whether Carrick deserves the permanent Man United job, why Slot is losing the plot at Liverpool, and how Arsenal are grinding their way to the title. AK delivers an impassioned rant about Liam Rosenior's half-baked tactics at Chelsea, while the gang marvels at the joy of young stars Ngumoha, Dowman and Yamal — before debating which of the 3-0 down sides can pull off a UCL miracle.

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00:00 Intro & AK's m...