The Barcelona Podcast

Hosted by Dan Hilton. Home to the most influential voices in the FC Barcelona community. Listen in for passionate opinions, in-depth tactical analysis, and the latest news and rumors from this community-driven podcast.

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451
Did Barcelona FAIL in the transfer market? Serg...
On episode 219, Dan and Francesc discuss what went right and what needs to improve after the draw with Sevilla. Then they talk options for Antoine Griezmann, the final days of the transfer window, and much more!
68 min
452
Ansu Fati HYPE: Too soon? Messi's best position...
On episode 218, Dan and Francesc discuss how Ansu Fati scored his brace against Villarreal. Then they talk where Antoine Griezmann fits, a rough showing from Sergio Busquets, the signing of Sergiño Dest and much more!
57 min
453
HANDS OFF Riqui! Underselling Luis Suárez, and ...
On episode 217, Dan and Francesc discuss the situation surrounding Riqui Puig. Then they talk the Luis Suárez debacle, the sale of Nelson Semedo, a possible replacement in Dest, Aarons, or Emerson and much more!
56 min
454
NO CONFIDENCE: What now for Bartomeu? Trincão, ...
On episode 216, Dan and Francesc discuss the vote of no confidence against Josep Maria Bartomeu and what happens next. Then they talk preseason matches, including Trincão, Pedri, Konrad de la Fuente, plus the situation with Luis Suárez, and much more!
51 min
455
Messi Fallout: A broken transfer market and Fin...
On episode 215, Dan is joined by professor, historian, and author Brenda Elsey to discuss the issues that kept Messi at the club and the larger problems with the transfer market. They talk FFP, challenges with transfers, investments in women's football, and much more!
36 min
456
Why Messi STAYED at Barcelona, Koeman's Best XI...
On episode 214, Dan and Francesc react to Messi staying at Barcelona and what it means for the coming season. They talk Koeman's line-up choices, transfer rumors involving Georginio Wijnaldum and Memphis Depay, and much more!
59 min
457
Messi LEAVING Barcelona: Why? When? How did we ...
On episode 213, Dan and Francesc continue to talk about the saga of Lionel Messi leaving FC Barcelona. They talk Messi's legacy moving forward, Bartomeu's choices now, the vote of no confidence, and much more!
57 min
458
Messi and Suárez OUT? Koeman's clear-out and re...
On episode 212, Dan and Francesc debate the realistic moves that Barcelona can make in the transfer market. They talk Messi wanting out, the latest on Luis Suárez, and much more!
58 min
459
Can Koeman REALLY solve Barcelona's crisis? Mes...
On episode 211, Dan and Francesc discuss the hiring of club legend Ronald Koeman. They talk Messi's future, the problems with Bartomeu's recent interview, and much more!
54 min
460
Barcelona HUMILIATED 2-8 vs. Bayern: What's nex...
On episode 210, Dan and Francesc discuss Barcelona's 2-8 defeat to Bayern Munich and the fallout from the humiliation. They talk a new manager, the future of certain players, the board, and much more!
65 min
461
Are Bayern Munich really too good for Barcelona...
On episode 209, Dan and Francesc review Barcelona's 3-1 win over Napoli in the Champions League. They talk the good, the bad, and the Messi, plus a preview of Bayern Munich, and much more!
54 min
462
How Barça can beat Napoli, Best XI, Dembélé ret...
On episode 208, Dan and Francesc discuss how Barcelona can get past Napoli in the Champions League. They talk line-ups, a potential return for Dembélé, Arthur going missing, and much more!
51 min
463
Should Bartomeu call an early election? Barça B...
On episode 207, Dan and Francesc discuss Josep Maria Bartomeu's interview with Mundo Deportivo and the possibility of early elections. They talk corporate pressure, Barcelona B's failed promotion, Lautaro Martínez, and much more!
50 min
464
Would sacking Setién help Barcelona win the Cha...
On episode 206, Dan and Francesc discuss whether or not Quique Setién is the right man for the job in the Champions League. They review the La Liga season that was and talk Barcelona B, Luis Suárez, and much more!
48 min
465
Why Setién tweaked Barça's formation (again), s...
On episode 205, Dan and Francesc discuss Quique Setién's multiple formations and tactics in Barça's 1-0 win over Real Valladolid. They talk injuries, Barcelona B's playoff, Champions League challenges, and much more!
41 min
466
Why Barcelona struggle to close games, Griezman...
On episode 204, Dan and Francesc break down Barcelona's 1-0 win over Espanyol and the tactical nuance in the narrow win. They talk Griezmann and Suárez working together, Sergi Roberto's role in the new system, summer priorities, and much more!
44 min
467
How did Setién's 4-4-2 revive Barcelona? Griezm...
On episode 203, Dan and Francesc break down what Quique Setién got right in the win over Villarreal. They talk about the positioning of Messi, the resurgence of Griezmann, the rumors that Messi is leaving in 2021, and much more!
43 min
468
Should Barcelona sack Setién? Unlimited player ...
On episode 202, Dan and Francesc review the draw with Atlético Madrid and answer listener questions about the state of the club. They talk about the safety of Quique Setién's job, the issue of player power and the freezing out of Antoine Griezmann, and much more!
51 min
469
Why is Setién's Barcelona struggling? Arthur ou...
On episode 201, Dan and Francesc discuss what went wrong with Barcelona against Celta de Vigo. They review the performances of Luis Suárez, Riqui Puig, and Ansu Fati, break down the Arthur and Miralem Pjanic deal from a sporting and business perspective, and much more!
49 min
470
Why Fati and Puig must start for Barcelona, the...
We got to 200 episodes! On episode 200, Dan and Francesc discuss why Ansu Fati and Riqui Puig are both the future and the present. They review Barcelona's win over Athletic Club, the merits of the Arthur for Miralem Pjanić deal, Messi's 33rd birthday, and much more!
40 min
471
Jon Bakero Interview, Setién following in Valve...
On episode 199, Dan and Francesc discuss Barcelona's issues against Sevilla and why it feels like Ernesto Valverde is still in charge. Then they welcome on Jon Bakero of Phoenix Rising FC to discuss his famous father, when he decided to become a professional himself, and much more!
46 min
472
Braithwaite ahead of Griezmann, Wildcard Vidal,...
On episode 198, Dan and Francesc debate who deserves a starting spot next to Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez - Antoine Griezmann or Martin Braithwaite. They talk about the role of Arturo Vidal, the messaging of Takefusa Kubo playing while Ansu Fati and other La Masia players warm the bench, and much more!
49 min
473
How can Barcelona hold off Real Madrid to win L...
On episode 197, Dan and Francesc discuss Barcelona's path to the La Liga trophy. They talk about the challenges that Real Madrid face, Barça's remaining schedule, players to watch out for on Mallorca, and much more!
45 min
474
How we talk about athletes and racism in sports...
On episode 196, Dan is joined by Kevin Williams to discuss the protests going on in the United States. They talk about the ways athletes have not been listened to with peaceful protests, and what can do done for sports to continue making progress. They finish by discussing the ways that athletes, particularly black athletes, are spoken and written about and the words used to explain their talents.
34 min
475
Griezmann under pressure, Luis Suárez boost, an...
On episode 195, Dan and Francesc discuss what the break means for Barcelona's forward line. They talk Lionel Messi staying at the club, Luis Suárez and his impact on the rest of the season, the pressure on Antoine Griezmann, Quique Setién's plan, and much more!
52 min