On this week's episode of The Joy of Football, we NEED to talk about Liverpool’s slump (and how it may be affected by the tragic passing over Diogo Jota), Nottingham Forest’s sacking of Ange Postecoglou, and Bournemouth.  Then it’s our usual ‘Three of the Best’ where the discussion is on South-Coast players, French Brothers and more.  Finally it’s Martin’s Letter from the Gantry which is all about the unlikely scenario over the weekend where Jarred Gillett was referred to the monitor by VAR…… and stuck with his original decision?!  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  UCsdye1hUxP4xhgBx9zvuSjg Subscribe to https://youtube.com/@TheReviveLounge?si=L5ddzrJrtSmErtJ5  Support the Pod https://patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Read us on  Substack https://martintylerandneilbarnett.substack.com/  Follow our Twitter https://x.com/TheJOF  Follow our Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@joy_of_football_pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc  Follow our Instagram https://https://www.instagram.com/joy_of_football_pod/  Contact us via: therevivelounge@gmail.com  Music by Arron Clague - https://www.instagram.com/arronclague?igsh=aHg1bjQ3OHpmaXIz  Intro Sequence by Wellong Sadewo (wells.illustration): https://www.instagram.com/wells.illustration/  For incredible football artwork, check out: https://linktr.ee/marclobodaart  A massive thank you to our Patreon Supporters:  Nick Parmenter  Hillary Abbott  Daniel Butigan  Tommy Mck  Katie Watson  Benjamin Fairclough  Nathan A Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

🏆🏅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

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

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Neil and Martin discuss a LOT of Crystal Palace and their FA Cup triumph! We start with ‘One Trophy Wonders’ all about teams (such as Palace) who have won one trophy, and what it means for their history. Next, it’s 'Explain That...' which centres on clubs who have previously had back-to-back relegations from the top flight. Then 'The Way We Were', which dives into Nottingham Forest European qualification and history. Martin’s Letter from the Gantry is fixated on Goodison’s farewell and how it proves (along with Crystal Palace at Wembley), just how important fans are. And we finish with our usual ‘Three of the Best’.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 Intro01:12 Crystal Palace win the FA Cup08:57 One Trophy Wonders (Birmingham City, Blackpool, Oxford United & Luton)27:11 Explain That... (Back-to-back Relegation from the Top Flight - Luton, Swindon Town, Wolverhampton Wanderers & Sunderland) 38:16 The Way We Were (Nottingham Forest)47:30 Letter from the Gantry (Why Fans Matter - Goodison and Wembley)56:48 Three of the Best01:24:06 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_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 discuss how English teams have done in the Champions League (are Arsenal struggling). We have our usual Three of the Best (with an overwhelming amount of Newcastle after their game with Chelsea), Martin’s Letter from the Gantry is also about Newcastle and Chelsea... the time José Mourinho allowed him to hitch a ride home on the Chelsea Team coach! Then it’s Neil’s VOICE OF PASSION ‘It’s the Money, Moron’. That just leaves us with Stoppage Time which is centred around Inter Milan, Barcelona and PSG). 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 Intro01:37 We Need To Talk About (PL Teams in the UCL & Are Arsenal Struggling)20:08 Three of the Best 43:40 Letter from the Gantry (On The Chelsea Coach)52:40 VOICE OF Passion (It’s the Money, Moron)59:32 Stoppage Time (Inter Milan, Barcelona & PSG)01:10:59 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_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 discuss Trent Alexander-Arnold leaving Liverpool and compare him with other English Defenders who played in La Liga, we have our usual ‘Three of the Best’ discussing players from around the world, Martin’s Letter from the Gantry is all about Goodison Park Memories, Neil’s ‘VOICE OF PASSION’ is on the intensity of the Premier League, and we finish with Stoppage Time in which Neil and Martin discuss their biggest “surprises” of the season. 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 Intro01:52 Comparisons (Trent Alexander-Arnold)14:40 They Used to be Giants (Leeds)27:18 Three of the Best 50:29 Letter from the Gantry (Goodbye Goodison Park)57:43 VOICE OF Passion (Intensity)01:07:31 Stoppage Time (Biggest Surprises of the Season)01:10:18 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_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 Watson 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 the newly crowned CHAMPIONS Liverpool, along with Crystal Palace's FA Cup Semi-Final triumph. Next it's onto Comparisons, starting with Arne Slot and Jürgen Klopp, then onto Palace Managers that have took the club to Cup Finals, and concluding with Wolves vs the other clubs that have SACKED their Manager this year. Then, Martin's Letter from the Gantry which is about the time he went on TOUR with Liverpool (and even ended up on a private flight in the cockpit back to London)! After that it's VOICE OF PASSION, in which Neil expresses his distain for Real Madrid and Antonio Rüdiger's behaviour during the Copa del Rey Final vs Barcelona. And, finally, we have Three of the Best, featuring lots of Barca players, and even the classic duo Saint & Greavsie!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 Intro02:24 One Game (Crystal Palace FINALISTS)09:48 One Game (Liverpool CHAMPIONS)16:52 Comparisons (Arne Slot vs Jürgen Klopp) 22:06 Comparisons (Steve Coppell vs Alan Pardew vs Oliver Glasner) 28:24 Comparisons (Wolves vs Southampton, Leicester, West Ham, Everton, Man United)39:17 Letter From the Gantry (Martin Tyler on Tour with Liverpool)45:53 VOICE OF Passion (Copa del Rey - Rüdiger)55:06 Three of The Best01:11:49 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_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 Watson 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 Manchester United & Tottenham's Seasons. Will it be a success if one of them wins the Europa League? Neil's VOICE OF PASSION is on the amount of changes/sackings in football, Martin's Letter from the Gantry is about his recent commentary for Tottenham vs Nottingham Forrest, we have our usual 'Three of The Best', and also 'There used to be Giants' all about Swansea City.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 Intro 01:26 Woking & Chelsea Wins 02:44 VOICE OF PASSION (Too Many Sackings) 20:30 Is this a Fantasy (Manchester United & Tottenham) 29:16 Letter From the Gantry (Tottenham vs Nottingham Forrest) 39:42 Three of The Best 01:13:59 They Used to Be Giants (Swansea City)01:22:13 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_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 Watson 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 have have a new segment “Is This A Fantasy“, where they discuss Murderball, and how it’s used in football training sessions. We also have our usual “Three of the Best” discussing standout players (with this week including retiring official Darren Cann), there’s VOICE OF PASSION where Neil rants about atmosphere at games, Martin’s Letter from the Gantry is all about AFC Bournemouth, and we compare previous wingers to the one and only Mohamed Salah. 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 Intro02:08 Is This A Fantasy (Murderball)07:56 Three of the Best33:52 Letter From the Gantry (AFC Bournemouth)42:53 VOICE OF PASSION (Atmosphere at Games) 53:29 Comparisons (Mohamed Salah) 01:10:37 Stoppage Time (Fun Stats) 01:14:41 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_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 Watson 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 have the usual “Three of The Best” where they talk about Saka’s return, Kevin De Bruyne leaving City, Thomas Muller retiring + more, Neil dissects his distate for the way modern Wingers are used in the game, Martin’s Letter from the Gantry tackles the soon to be rule change surrounding how long Goalkeepers can hold the ball for, and we have ‘They Used to be Giants’ which explores the rich history of Ipswich Town.  Marc’s Artwork: https://linktr.ee/marclobodaartJoin 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 Intro01:42 Woking Lose FA Trophy Semi-Final 03:35 Martins New Portrait  05:15 Three of the Best 42:51 VOICE OF PASSION (Modern Wingers)58:11 Letter From the Gantry (GK’s 6 Second Rule) 01:07:20 There Used to be Giants (Ipswich Town)01:21:54 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_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 MckKatie Watson 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 one and only Geoff Shreeves. They discuss Geoff’s life and times, from working at Sky, contributing to Fifa with Martin (and his famous catchphrase), fights with Sir Alex Ferguson, classic interviews (including Branislav Ivanovic telling that he won't be playing in the Champions League Final), an so much MORE! It was a long podcast, but he's a touch cookie... I think he'll carry on. 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, we're turning 1-year old! Neil and Martin discuss the biggest 'Giant Killings' in football, and Martin's Letter from the Gantry is on some of the dicey situations Commentators undergo to reach stadium gentries.  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 Intro01:18 GIANT KILLINGS (50's-20's)01:08:47 Letter From the Gantry (Gantry Walks)01:19:44 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_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

🏆🏅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

On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Neil and Martin discuss Newcastle finally winning a trophy! And, as such: who are the new “underachievers”. Martin’s Letter from the Gantry is naturally all about Newcastle too, and we have some Comparisons of different managers.  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 Intro01:39 Letter From the Gantry (Newcastle)12:17 Three of the Best37:06 We Need To Talk About (Who's the new 'Underchievers', Liverpool's Season & 3 Promoted to be Relegated)01:04:52 Comparisons ( Eddie Howe/Harry Redknapp, Tuchel/Capello/Sven)01:15:13 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_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, Neil and Martin are joined by former Woking manager: Geoff Chapple!They discuss Geoff’s career, the ups and downs, leaving jobs over lack of contracts, winning MULTIPLE FA Trophies, and scoring against Martin Tyler himself. 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, Neil and Martin discuss the most 'natural' goal scorers from ever decade (starting with 1950). Martin's Letter from the Gantry is on West Ham.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 Intro 01:52 Best Goal Scorers Explained 03:49 Best Goal Scorers (1950's)11:10 Best Goal Scorers (1960's)18:56 Best Goal Scorers (1970's)27:07 Best Goal Scorers (1980's)37:18 Best Goal Scorers (2000's)43:39 Best Goal Scorers (1990's)52:37 Best Goal Scorers (2010's)57:17 Best Goal Scorers (2020's)01:03:30 Letter from the Gantry (West Ham)01:12:36 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_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, Neil and Martin 'Need to Talk About' Manchester City & Newcastle. What has happened to City, and can Newcastle finally win a trophy? Neil has a nice VOICE OF PASSION (for once) discussing the wonderful display from Aston Villa with their mascots, from Birmingham Children's Hospital Charity, against Chelsea. Martin's letter is all about the time he was allowed into Brentford's training in the lead up to their first ever Premier League game (and win). Then it's time for another VOICE OF PASSION where Neil has a moan about referees (no shock there), then it's our usual 'Three of the Best', and we end with some listener feedback.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 Intro 02:02 We Need to Talk About (Man City & Chelsea)21:39 VOICE OF PASSION (Villa Mascots)24:37 Letter from the Gantry (Inside Brentford)33:19 VOICE OF PASSION (Bad Referees)46:10 Three of The Best01:02:34 Listener Feedback01:11:47 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_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, Neil and Martin compare players to the one and only Lionel Messi, we have 'We Need To Talk About' featuring the struggles of Chelsea and Borussia Dortmund, respectively. Then it's on to 'The Way We Were' in which Neil and Martin discuss Manchester United's relegation in 1974, and we finish with our usual 'Three of the Best'.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 Intro 02:22 We Need to Talk About (Chelsea and Dortmund Struggle)23:47 The Way We Were (Manchester United Relegated)35:25 Letter from the Gantry (Last Goodison Derby)47:16 Comparisons (Messi to Mohamed Salah, Kaoru Mitoma, Lamine Yamal & Pele)01:06:03 Three of The Best01:36:12 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_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, Neil and Martin discuss the the time Martin commentated an England On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Neil and Martin discuss the the time Martin commentated an England game and then a Champions League final just a few days apart, Neil's trip with Chelsea tp Barcelona in the days before Torres went round Valdés (and Gary Neville made a noise we can't describe), the OUTRAGEOUS price that some Matchday Tickets are being sold at, and more.We also have our usual 'Three of the Best', Martin's Letter from the Gantry is on Birmingham City, and we introduce you to the incredible work being done by Inter Legends, and how you can get involved.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 Intro 02:19 Over Land & Sea (Martin - Greece, Neil Barcelona)19:59 The Way We Were (Spurs Relegated)29:45 Letter from the Gantry (Birmingham City)42:13 VOICE OF PASSION (CRAZY Ticket Prices)56:00 Three of the Best01:12:40 Comparisons (Knocking Top of the League out of FA Cup)01:21:15 Stoppage Time (Inter Legends - Charity Matches)1:27:14 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_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 Mckgame and then a Champions League final just a few days apart, Neil's trip with Chelsea tp Barcelona in the days before Torres went round Valdés (and Gary Neville made a noise we can't describe), the OUTRAGEOUS price that some Matchday Tickets are being sold at, and more. We also have our usual 'Three of the Best', Martin's Letter from the Gantry is on Birmingham City, and we introduce you to the incredible work being done by Inter Legends, and how you can get involved.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 Intro 02:19 Over Land & Sea (Martin - Greece, Neil Barcelona)19:59 The Way We Were (Spurs Relegated) 29:45 Letter from the Gantry (Birmingham City)42:13 Letter from the Gantry (Arsenal Youth)42:13 VOICE OF PASSION (CRAZY Ticket Prices) 56:00 Three of the Best 01:12:40 Comparisons (Knocking Top of the League out of FA Cup) 01:27:19 Stoppage Time (Inter Legends - Charity Matches)1:27:14 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=creators 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 the state of football. Is it delining? Has it already? Martin's Letter from the Gantry is about Arsenal's Youth players, we have comparisons of football Dads and their Football sons, and much more.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 Intro 01:42 Terrible Football at the Bridge04:31 The Way We Were18:57 Comparisons (The Haalands, The Schmeichels, The Delaps & The Kluiverts)40:00 Letter from the Gantry (Arsenal Youth)47:25 Three of the Best01:17:00 VOICE OF PASSION (Don't Turn Your Back)01:23:00 Stoppage Time1:26:50 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_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 we’re in The Munch and Wiggles coffee shop, where we have our On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast we’re in The Munch and Wiggles coffee shop, where we have our usual Three of the Best, Neil’s VOICE OF PASSION is on Injuries after a Summer of International Tournaments, Martin’s Letter from the Gantry is all about Denis Law, and we're also joined by Joel Ward and Micky Stewart. The Joy of a very ‘football’ coffee shop brings about the most unlikely and wonderfully unique conversation about 1950’s football vs the modern day, the point in a young person’s life where they must choice between focusing on just one of the sports that they enjoy, and much, much more. 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 Intro 02:46 We need to talk about (Liverpool and Bournemouth)14:00 Voice Of Passion (Quality of Football Decreasing)20:35 Letter from the Gantry (Denis Law)27:58 Three of the Best54:45 Comparisons! (Joel Ward and Micky Stewart!)1:14:08 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_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 Mckusual Three of the Best, Neil’s VOICE OF PASSION is on Injuries after a Summer of International Tournaments, Martin’s Letter from the Gantry is all about Denis Law, and we're also joined by Joel Ward and Micky Stewart. The Joy of a very ‘football’ coffee shop brings about the most unlikely and wonderfully unique conversation about 1950’s football vs the modern day, the point in a young persons life where they must choice between focusing on just one of the sports that they enjoy, and much, much more. 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!00:00Hosted 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 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 we’re joined by MATT JARVIS to chat about his playing career, On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast we’re joined by MATT JARVIS to chat about his playing career, the road to him becoming a Director of Football, his Table Tennis Champion Parents (plural), West Ham, Wolves, Gillingham… and the time he appeared on the cover of a Gay Magazine. 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 Intro01:56 CEO/DOF Course07:57 Why Matt Jarvis Left West Ham!12:08 The Importance of Individuality in Youth Football14:51 Matt Jarvis the Table Tennis Player?17:16 Getting picked up by Gillingham!22:50 What is Going on at Wolves?27:03 Matt's Great Time at Wolves! 30:43 How it Feels to Play for ENGLAND!34:57 How Important Are Captains?38:12 How Ahead of the Curve was Sam Allardyce? + West Ham Talk 47:35 Mental Health in Football50:45 The Art of Wide Players.55:12 What Clubs Are Run the Best?58:07 Appearing on a Gay Magazine Cover!1:02:40 Matt’s Earliest Memory of Football1:04:31 How Did Martin Tyler Convince Matt Jarvis to Play for Woking FC?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 Mckthe road to him becoming a Director of Football, his Table Tennis Champion Parents (plural), West Ham, Wolves, Gillingham… and the time he appeared on the cover of a Gay Magazine. 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 discuss the recent FA Cup 3rd Round (including Arsenal vs Manchester United), compare Liverpools players past and present, dive into English Managers, and go over the unique history of Coventry City.Neil gets battered: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckSCLVgMhVMMartin gets thrown in pool: https://x.com/stusfootyflash/status/1615761705719431172 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/00:00 Intro02:37 Letter from the Gantry (FA Cup 3rd Round)12:07 We Need to Talk About (English Managers)27:39 Three of The Best48:14 There Used to be Giants (Coventry City)56:08 Comparisons (Liverpool)01:04:59 Stoppage Time (Neil Gets Battered)01:11:57 Where to Find UsA 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

🏆🏅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 we're joined by Troy Deeney, as we discuss the beauty that is the FA Cup.On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast we're joined by Troy Deeney, as we discuss the beauty that is the FA Cup.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/00:00 Intro02:35 We Need To Talk About (English Managers)19:39 VOICE OF PASSION (Strongest XI's)26:58 Letter from the Gantry (FA Cup Joy)33:35 Talk with Troy Deeney56:22 Three of the Best01:21:30 Stoppage Time (Best of FA Cup from Martin Tyler)01:27:51 Where to Find UsA massive thank you to our Patreon Supporters:Nick ParmenterHillary AbbottDaniel ButiganTommy MckJoin 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/00:00 Intro02:35 We Need To Talk About (English Managers)19:39 VOICE OF PASSION (Strongest XI's)26:58 Letter from the Gantry (FA Cup with Troy Deeney)56:22 Three of the Best01:21:30 Stoppage Time (Best of FA Cup from Martin Tyler)01:27:51 Where to Find UsA 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 we're down a Neil Barnett, but Martin is giving his picks for Players of the Season (so far), and answering viewer questions.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 we’re taking a trip down memory lane to hear all of Neil and Martin's Festive Football Period stories. From Martin’s first commentary, to chasing a Television Lorry after a game. It’s a CRACKER of an episode. 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.com00:00 Intro03:33 Martin Tyler’s First Football Match07:23 Sir Matt Busby Story13:34 The GREATEST Game Never Seen17:14 The Big Freeze 19:55 Martin Tyler Reads the Boxing Day 1963 Results29:41 Martin Tyler’s Football Debut34:27 CB in Goal at Christmas 38:44 Martin Tyler’s First Commentary45:25 Chasing a TV Lorry on Christmas Eve48:28 Inside Liverpool Changing Room51:28 No Christmas Training for “ The Crazy Gang”58:13 No British Players for the First Time01:01:36 Martin Tyler the Spy01:06:27 “Yule’s Tide Turns”01:12:40 Neil’s Christmas Dinner (Farm Shop)Music 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 we’re joined by CARLTON COLE to chat about his upbringing and entry to football, the death of the traditional No. 9, West Ham's move to the London City Stadium, his Role as West Ham Loans Manager, what it’s like to become a star pundit and football media man, why we see a lack of black managers in English football, and so much more.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.com00:00 Intro1:04:00 Where to Find UsMusic 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 we’re talking about about how football ticketing prices are out of control and how the game will be affected by a Netflix style streaming service. We have our usual 'Three of the Best' (featuring Amad Diallo, Jadon Sancho, Enzo Maresca & more), Martin's letter is on set-peices (and how they were like penalties against Manchester United), we discuss what it's like for a commentator to prepare for a game after a new sacking with a new coach coming in, and Martin and Neil share their favourite Christmas songs!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.com00:00 Intro02:30 Three of the Best22:55 Letter from the Gantry (Set-Peices)30:33 Comparisons47:11 VOICE OF PASSION (Tickets and Neflix Premier League Model)57:25 AND IT'S LIVE!!! (Commentating on New Managers)1:02:12 Stoppage Time (Favourite Christmas Songs) 1:04:00 Where to Find UsMusic 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 we’re talking about Liverpool's form and how they SHOULD win the Premier League. We have our usual 'Three of the Best', Neil's VOICE OF PASSION is on fatigue and performance levels after international breaks, Martin's Letter from the Gantry is on his busy week of commentating, and stoppage is all about the magic of the cup.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.com00:00 Intro01:47 Three of the Best28:25 We Need to Talk About (Liverpool & Everton)37:12 Explain That (Soulless Bowls)47:18 Letter from the Gantry (Busy Week on the Gantry)53:18 VOICE OF PASSION (Performance after Internationals)1:03:37 Stoppage Time (New MOTD Host) 1:09:38 Where to Find UsMusic 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 we’re talking about Man City's struggles, Martin's experience of commentating two Italia '90 games in one day (via a moped), the time Sir Alex Ferguson gave Martin the HAIR DRYER over leaked team news, we have our usual Three of the Best, and Neil shares his choice for who should replace Gary Lineker as Match of the Day host.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.com00:00 Intro02:08 Over Land & Sea (Football Travels)16:04 We Need to Talk About (Tuchel, Carsley, & Man City)44:58 Letter from the Gantry (Italia '90 by Moped)53:43 Three of the Best1:15:25 Comparisons1:29:10 Stoppage Time (New MOTD Host) 1:33:23 Where to Find UsMusic 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 SPECIAL episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin Tyler & Neil Barnett are joined by David Pleat to discuss everything, from his time as a Player, Player-Manager, Manager to being the Director of Football at Spurs. Crazy stories of Di Canio flipping tables, fielding three Goalkeepers at Anfield, Elton John buying fish & chip, and MORE! An episode not to be missed.Pick up your copy of David's book - "Just One More Goal: The autobiography of David Pleat" here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Just-One-More-Goal-autobiography/dp/1785909061We’re also giving away copies of FIFA, signed by Martin & Alan Smith, both as a giveaway here on Instagram, and in a raffle on a Patreon, so keep an eye out for those!Giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/p/DB6EQRqNwP8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Raffle: https://www.patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast/shop/signed-fifa-copies-raffle-618038?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=productshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkJoin 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.com02:55 What Got DAVID into Football 05:25 Playing for Notts Forest 10:25 Being Persuaded to Sign for Luton + How Football has Changed Medically17:46 Martin's Match Programme from David’s Playing Days 19:42 Transitioning from Playing to Coaching 25:30 Differences Between Managing Superstars at Spurs vs Players at Luton30:35 Could Pep Manage a Smaller Team?32:45 Three Goalkeepers in One Match at Anfield??37:36 Why do Big Teams 'Fall Off'? 43:02 Life as a Sporting Director at Tottenham 45:08 Harry Redknapp as ‘Director of Football’ at Portsmouth 58:18 Amazing Paulo Di Canio Story 01:01:18 - Controversial Dismissal at Tottenham + Elton John's Fish & Chippy01:03:15 The Book & it's Proceeds Going to Charity (Where to Find It)Music 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 we’re talking about Real Madrid, Manchester City and On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast we’re talking about Real Madrid, Manchester City and Arsenal’s struggles, the fallen giants of Huddersfield, the impact of Korean and Japanese players in football today, we compare the likes of Alan Smith and Kai Havertz, and Neil gives Martin a CD??We’re also giving away copies of FIFA, signed by Martin & Alan, both as a giveaway here on Instagram, and in a raffle on a Patreon, so keep an eye out for those!Giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/p/DB6EQRqNwP8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Raffle: https://www.patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast/shop/signed-fifa-copies-raffle-618038?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=productshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkJoin 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.com00:00 Intro02:27 Catch up & Aguero shirt WINNER05:54 Comparisons18:25 There Used to be Giants! (Huddersfield)28:03 Letter from the Gantry 35:23 We Need to Talk About (Man City, Real Madrid & Arsenal)55:38 Three of the Best1:21:15 Stoppage Time (A Gift for Martin!) 1:25:20 Where to Find UsMusic 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 MckArsenal’s struggles, the fallen giants of Huddersfield, the impact of Korean and Japanese players in football today, we compare the likes of Alan Smith and Kai Havertz, and Neil gives Martin a CD??On this week’s episode of the Joy of Football Podcast we’re talking about Real Madrid, Manchester City and Arsenal’s struggles, the fallen giants of Huddersfield, the impact of Korean and Japanese players in football today, we compare the likes of Alan Smith and Kai Havertz, and Neil gives Martin a CD??We’re also giving away copies of FIFA, signed by Martin & Alan, both as a giveaway here on Instagram, and in a raffle on a Patreon, so keep an eye out for those!Giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/p/DB6EQRqNwP8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Raffle: https://www.patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast/shop/signed-fifa-copies-raffle-618038?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=productshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkNeil was in Newcastle to see a Chelsea result that we won’t talk about…)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 UCsdye1hUxP4xhgBx9zvuSjgSu Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s SPECIAL episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin Tyler & Alan discuss their time providing their voices for FIFA, moments on the gantry, commentary, Football Journalism, Alan’s career, Anfield 89, phone calls from Sir Alex and so much more.We’re also giving away copies of FIFA, signed by Martin & Alan, both as a giveaway here on Instagram, and in a raffle on a Patreon, so keep an eye out for those!Giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/p/DB6EQRqNwP8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Raffle: https://www.patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast/shop/signed-fifa-copies-raffle-618038?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=productshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkNeil was in Newcastle to see a Chelsea result that we won’t talk about…)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.com00:00 Intro03:11 FIFA Talk12:17 Alan Smith Early life23:40 Joining Leicester from Non-League26:30 Playing with Gary Lineker28:23 Dramatic Promotion & Life in the Top Flight31:42 Transferring to Arsenal + Rejecting Man United!35:06 Anfield 1989 (Craziest Final Day!)47:57 Scoring the Winner in Cup Winners Cup Final50:41 Life After Playing54:40 SIGNED FIFA GIVEAWYMusic 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 ButiganOn this week’s SPECIAL episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Martin Tyler & Alan discuss their time providing their voices for FIFA, moments on the gantry, commentary, Football Journalism, Alan’s career, Anfield 89, phone calls from Sir Alex and so much more.In this clip, hear what it was like to win the League, on the final day, in the most extraordinary way, snatching it from Liverpool away at Anfield!We’re also giving away copies of FIFA, signed by Martin & Alan, both as a giveaway here on Instagram, and in a raffle on a Patreon, so keep an eye out for those!Giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/p/DB6EQRqNwP8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Raffle: https://www.patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast/shop/signed-fifa-copies-raffle-618038?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=productshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkNeil was in Newcastle to see a Chelsea result that we won’t talk about…)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=L5ddzrJrtSmErtJ5Sup 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 Tyler & Neil Barnett react, LIVE, to the news of Erik Ten Hag being sacked as Manchester United Manager. Watch the moment Producer Billy broke the news whilst mid-recording, as see what the guys make of Ten Hag’s time at United, and what they need going forward. Neil’s VOICE OF PASSION is all about One-to-One Training Methods, Martin’s Letter from the Gantry is on The City Ground and Chris Wood, we have our usual Three of the Best and the guys talk out their recent away days. 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.com00:00 Intro04:51 Over Land & Sea (Iceland & Tromsø)15:16 Three of the Best39:14 Letter From the Gantry (Chris Wood & The City Ground)45:53 VOICE OF PASSION (One-to-One Coaching)53:30 We Need to Talk About (Spurs & Newcastle)01:03:21 Ten Hag Sacked Whilst We Record01:11:39 Stoppage Time (Everton Away & Athens)01:16:40 Where to Find UsMusic 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 Butigan 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, we’re COMPARISONS. Mbappé and Henry, Rice and Viera, Rodri and Roy Keane... and Taylor Swift and Miranda Lambert? Okay. Martin's Letter this week is on Premier League headers and how OPTA registers certain stats, the VOICE OF PASSION is in a double helping (response to desegregated crowds, and Neil & Emma Hayes' distastes for Press Conferences), and we go over some special stories from some special games.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.com00:00 Intro03:55 Comparisons25:46 Letter from the Gantry (Headers & OPTA)37:45 VOICE OF PASSION (Response to Audience)42:34 VOICE OF PASSION (Press Conferences)51:33 There Used to be Giants (Sheffield Wednesday)01:00:35 One Game01:41:07 Where to Find UsMusic 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 Butigan 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, we’re talking England, Managers, moments and everything that's come with supporting the Three Lions. We have our regular 'Three of the Best', a new segment 'There Used to be Giants' (starting with Oldham), and in Neil's Voice of Passion he stresses the need for "justice"!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.com00:00 Intro02:40 AwayDays (Martin at Classic Football Shirts)04:47 We Need to Talk About (England Manager Situation and Time Needed)13:53 Three of the Best34:40 Letter from the Gantry (The Three Lions)44:32 VOICE OF PASSION (Justice!)52:34 There Used to be Giants (Oldham Athletic)01:05:08 Stoppage Time (England Coverage)01:12:18 Where to Find UsMusic 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 Butigan 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, we start with Martin's Letter from the Gantry on Harry Potter... kind of. We have our regular 'Three of the Best', discuss Brentford's habit of scoring early, compare Tony Adams & Gabriel, discuss the state of the Nations League and much more.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.com00:00 Intro02:37 Letter From the Gantry (Harry Potter)10:02 We Need to Talk About (Brentford)18:27 Three of the Best58:17 Comparisons (Tony Adams/Gabriel) 01:02:14 Stoppage Time (Nations League)01:19:45 Where to Find UsMusic 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 Butigan Send us a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices