The Joy of Football

On this special Christmas edition of The Joy of Football, Martin Tyler and Neil Barnett are joined by a table full of broadcasting royalty to share stories from life in the commentary box during the festive period. Recorded over dinner, the guys sit down with Bill Leslie, Tony Gale, Gary Taphouse, Sky Sports producer Nigel Dean, and host Tony Jones, all reflecting on what it’s really like commentating on football at Christmas — the travel, the pressure, the mishaps, and the moments that still linger decades later. From missed flights, frantic dashes to kick-off, Boxing Day traffic nightmares and hotel Christmases, to the unique atmosphere of festive football and how the game — and crowds — have changed over the years, this is a rare behind-the-scenes look at football broadcasting during its most demanding time of year. There’s also a heartfelt Letter From The Gantry, as Martin reflects on a lifetime of Christmas football memories — from his first match as a boy, to his early days as a commentator, and an unforgettable act of kindness from legendary West Ham manager John Lyall that has stayed with him ever since. A warm, nostalgic, and deeply personal episode — perfect listening for the festive period. CHAPTERS 00:00 Coming up! ⏭️ 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

On this week’s episode of The Joy of Football, Martin Tyler and Neil Barnett are diving into some of the most talked-about clubs in the country - and why, right now, football is harder than it looks. First up in We Need To Talk About, the guys take a closer look at Aston Villa, Leeds, and Crystal Palace, and what’s really going on behind the headline results. Then it’s Letter From The Gantry, where Martin reflects on a prior trip to Italy - the football, the atmosphere, and the moments that caught his eye. Next is Over Land and Sea, with a deep dive into Italian football’s journey: from dominance, through Calciopoli, and into two decades of struggle and reinvention. After that, it’s time for Three of the Best, featuring: Kelly N’mai (and a mention for Thierno Barry), Adrien Truffert, Darren England, Marvin Hinton, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, and Gabriel Gudmundsson. CHAPTERS 00:00 Coming up! ⏭️ 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

What We’ve Learned About the Title Race… so far & Farewell to Billy Bonds On this week’s episode of The Joy of Football, Martin Tyler and Neil Barnett are looking at the Premier League season so far - now officially one-third of a marathon - with clubs already around 13 games in, and European sides approaching 20. How is is all shaping up, and can we draw any conclusions yet? First up, the big questions: What’s the best game they’ve seen so far? Is there really a shortage of top centre-backs? And what’s going on with Brazil’s centre-forwards? Then we have a tribute in Farewell Legend, as we reflect on the incredible career and life of Billy Bonds. After that, it’s Letter From The Gantry, where Martin looks back on recent games he’s covered, the CRAZY moments that stood out and more. Next is Three of the Best, featuring; Lewis Miley, Reigan Heskey, Liam Rosenior, Danilo, Ivan Perišić, Marc Cucurella. And we finish with YOUR feedback — this week, all about Crystal Palace’s best player. 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

On this week's episode of The Joy of Football, Martin Tyler and Neil Barnett are making COMPARISONS. With names like; David Ginola, Jude Bellingham, Ebereche Eze and more, this is a segment not to be missed! Then it's Martin's Letter from the Gantry about once commentating on his namesake... kind of. And we finish with Three of the Best, where the guys dicuss players like Michael Olise, Wilfried Zaha, and of course Ebereche Eze... perhaps you're noticing a theme? #Ad Find out more about St James Place here! https://www.sjp.co.uk 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! #football #WorldCup #footballpodcast #football #eze #footballpodcast #soccer #arsenal 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

On this week's episode of The Joy of Football, Martin Tyler and Neil Barnett are talking international break, and the upcoming 2026 World Cup in the USA. First we have Martin's Letter from the Gantry, reflecting on how he's seen EVERY England World Cup game, in the flesh, since 1982. Then it's 'Over Land and Sea'. Martin looks back on his time in the US for a tournement, and how THREE different hotels threw away the fax from bis children wishing him a 'Happy Father's Day' - and Neil explain how, on one of his tours of the States, he end up having his fligh delyed and getting drunk with a stranger. Next is 'Explain That', where they guys dscuss new VAR Developments, why Refs should be able to give fouls when the ball isn't in play, and the structure of the 2026 World Cup. After that is Three of the Best, and no surprise, we feature Troy Parrott and THAT unbelievable moment. And we finish with Stoppage Time, which is all about the 3-UP National League Campaign. 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! #football #WorldCup #footballpodcast [Chapters] 00:00 ⏩ COMING UP! 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

On this week's episode of The Joy of Football, we first have our usual 'Three of the Best', featuring players (and managers) from Manchester City, Spurs, Chelsea and more! Then, we NEED to talk about Belgium, Barca, Newcastle and Fulham - for a variety of reasons. Next is Martin's Letter from the Gantry, about Wolves and the 'Spice Girls of the day'. Next is Neil's VOICE OF PASSION, where he explains the struggle managers have with games, immediately following an International Break. And we end with a quick Stoppage Time, in which Neil raises the choice to remain on your 'country's time' whilst playing in VASTLY different time zones. 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 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

On this week's episode of The Joy of Football, we NEED to talk about Wolves! With Vítor Pereira gone, what is next for the club. Then, we need to talk about Managers and their mental health. Then... we need to talk about Arsenal's incredible defence, and how they may finally be the team to break Chelsea's record of least goals conceded in a campaign. Then......... you guessed it, we need to talk about - could Welbeck be a striker option for England at the World Cup. Next, in an incredible change in tradition, we have MARTIN TYLER'S VOICE OF PASSION. Martin takes a leaf out of Neil's book, and expressed his point of view on the game's use of data, and how things never truly change. Then it's our usual Three of the Best, featuring; Michael Carrick, Declan Rice, and the Woking FC Youth Achademy. Lastly, we have Martin Tyler's Letter from the Gantry, this week centreed on Luton vs Forest Green Rovers in the FA Cup, and therefore Jack Wilshere vs Robbie Savage. 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  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

On this week's episode of The Joy of Football, brought to you in conecting with CVER - Gary Lewin joins Martin Tyler and Neil Barnett to reflect on his (still on-going) stellar career as a football  physiotherapist who has worked with football clubs Arsenal and West Ham United, and the England national team. Lewin was the head physiotherapist at Arsenal for a total of 22 years. Gary held a similar position from 1996 with England, and from 2008 to 2017 assumed the post of England's Senior Head of Physiotherapy. He was Head of Medical Services for West Ham between May 2017 and May 2018. During this episode, Gary goes into detail on working closely with Arsène Wenger, dislocating and fracturing his ankle with England at the 2014 World Cup, working with Lioness Euros Winners at Arsenal, and more! And incredible episode that is NOT to be missed. Check out Gary's Clinic: https://www.lewinclinic.co.uk/ [CHAPTERS] 00:00 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

🏆🏅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

🏆🏅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

🏆🏅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, 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 and Neil start with 'We Need to Talk About', all centred on the Premier League Season starting to find its 'personality'. Liverpool grinding results, Man City struggling, Villa not scoring, Crystal Palace bouncing. Then, it's 'We Need to Talk About' Premier League Teams in Europe, and how they can top last campaign.  Next is Letter from the Gantry, where Martin recalls what it was like commentating on René Higuita's Goalkeeping 'Scorpion-Kick' 30 Years on! And we finish with a quick Voice of Passion from Neil about Transfers, PSR, and what he's like to see done.  [CHAPTERS]00:00 INTRO 01:32 Martin watches Woking win 5-0!  02:06 We need to talk about Liverpool’s winning ways!  04:34 Why have Kerkez and Konate been underwhelming? 07:39 Why can't Aston Villa score?  08:20 The Emi Martinez drama   10:40 Aston Villa’s defenders cannot cope with counter attacks 11:40 Martin Tyler invites Ollie Watkins onto the show  13:00 We need to talk about Sunderland's amazing start (Le Bris’ influence) 13:50 Granit Xhaka’s leadership helps the new signings  15:45 Sunderland’s young player policy  16:43  Nei’s take on opening fixture luck  18:51 Manchester City’s continue to struggle 21:10 KDB has never been replaced by City  22:12 “Donnarumma is Joe Hart resurrected”  23:40 The importance of John Stones  27:31 Crystal Palace lose their best player AGAIN 27:51 Martin Tyler on Marc Guehi the man   29:02 Munoz,Mitchell and Wharton continue to impress   32:22 Chris Richards has done brilliant in big games 33:40 Daniel Levy leaves Tottenham. What does that mean?   38:35 What signing has WOW’ed Martin and Neil?    42:35 Do English clubs underperform in EUROPE?  47:36 MARTIN TYLERS LETTER FROM THE GANTRY - René Higuita’s scorpion kick 52:00 What do Neil and Martin think about showboating? 55:55 Voice of passion - Neil’s problem with transfers   1:02:13 Dembele and Doue’s injuries  1:03:40 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 start with our usual Three of the Best - Featuring James Milner, Dominic Szoboszlai, Jack Grealish and More!Then it’s Letter from the Gantry, all about Martin’s recent commentary of Chelsea 2-0 Fulham.After that is Comparisons, delving into recent England’s Senior Men’s. Next is Over Land And Sea, in which Martin tells us all about the time he lost the key to his safe…… containing his World Cup Final ticket!!! Neil also explains about going to Galatasaray’s ‘Stadium of Hell’ in 1999. And we also have Stoppage Time, where Neil agrees with VAR?!?[CHAPTERS]00:00 INTRO01:49 THREE OF THE BEST. (Team identity) 03:50 Brajan Gruda shocks Man City! 05:34 Has Joan Garcia lived up to the hype? 07:44 João Neves scores the best Hat trick!09:30 What makes the Primeira liga a great production line? 10:24 James Milner's longevity 12:20 Callum Wilson back on the score sheet 13:12 Neil's cat interrupts the show! 15:27 "Bobby Moore knew how to play out from the back, his part in the World Cup win is overlooked"18:41 The 8 second rule has been a success19:28 "Szoboszlai reinvented himself as Trent"20:30 Liverpool vs Arsenal was a great coached team on both parts 23:22 Would David Raya of saved the free kick if he was taller? 24:42 Szoboszlai's mentality 27:08 Jack Grealish & Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall revive their careers at Everton 33:43 LETTER FROM THE GANTRY (Chelsea vs Fulham commentary) 38:39 Disallowing King's goal was a disgrace! 43:42 Neil's problem with Mads Hermansen 46:25 Comparing England's 2018 squad to now 51:14 Do you worry about Phil Foden's fitness? 54:36 Would you have Trent Alexander-Arnold in your England squad?57:39 How Martin Tyler lost his world cup final ticket!1:03:14 Neil's trip to the 'Stadium of hell' 1:09:32 Stoppage time - Neil AGREES with VAR! 1:11:41 Tyrique George (DOESN'T) Sign for Fulham 1:14:27 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 get stuck into the newly promoted teams, and their great starts to the Premier League Season.Then it's VOICE OF PASSION, and who'd have thought that Neil would take issue with referees... again?Next, it's Martin's Letter from the Gantry, which is a goodbye and tribute to the legendary Gerry Harrison.After that, the return of Three of the Best, where youngsters Max Dowman, Rio Ngumoha and Estêvão all have their moments to shine! And we finish with Feedback, where Martin and Neil go through some of your comments - including from our recent episode with the one and only John Terry.If you want to see an extra segment of this weeks episode make sure you check out our PATREON where we discuss how commentators eat on game day + more exclusive stories! - https://patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink[CHAPTERS]00:00 INTRO02:06 How do you SURVIVE as a promoted club? 02:53 - Brian Clough’s Nottingham Forest 06:28 Martin Tyler's relationship with Brian Clough 07:50 Brighton got promoted the CORRECT way… 12:25 John Robertson- “A world class footballer” + More Brian Clough stories15:55 Riyad Mahrez: How good was he? 17:30 Manchester city have REALLY missed Mahrez18:24 Neil has a fall! 18:46 Is there a good chance of the promoted teams staying up this season? 20:36 Are WEST HAM and WOLVES in DANGER? 22:44 VOICE OF PASSION - The VAR in the Manchester United - Fulham game was POOR! 26:12 Gravenberch SHOULD have been sent off!  31:40 Direct football is back! Is it more entertaining? 33:43 Are high lines in defence becoming a problem? 35:16 Martin Tyler's Goodbye from the gantry (Gerry Harrison tribute) 41:36 Pape Sarr has blossomed into a star for Spurs (Name change story) 44:45 Max Dowman, Rio Ngumoha and Estevao all shine! 48:39 How does a 15 year old fit into a senior squad? 51:58 Arsenal wanted Dowman to play last season! 53:42 Keith Andrews gets his first win as Brentford manager!54:45 Meeting celebrities pre kick off!57:15 Luka Modric - Neil’s problem with tribalistic Chelsea in pre season!1:00:55 Josh Cullen for Burnley impresses Martin Tyler! 1:02:53 Bernd Leno is arguably the GREATEST Fulham GK!1:06:10  FEEDBACK! (Robert Huth writes in! + John Terry comments) 1:07:28 Joe Allon: “My old boss Jack Chartlon said to me football's a simple game, it's the players that complicate it…” 1:09:34 Aston Villa’s youth will SAVE them! 1:12:10 Playing out from the back feed back 1:13:54 Has Pep Guardiola RUINED football? 1:16:53 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.instag 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 Captain, Leader, Legend: John Terry. The guys and John discuss his time as a player, early years, the importance of captains, trophies won, good times had, but also why it is so hard for former English players to be hired as Managers in English Football.This one is NOT to be missed.[CHAPTERS]JOF JT timestamps  00:00 intro 00:54 When did John Terry's love for football begin? (Football family)  02:11 “At what point did you know you were that good?” (Interest from Sir Alex, Chelsea and Arsenal)  06:48 What made JT stand out as a defender  08:38 “Saturday afternoons in the premier league felt really easy to me”  09:18 “In my day we got away with a lot more”  09:48 “I was so lucky,Spy, I trained with the best” 11:25 “I was always worried that we could sign the best defenders. That made me relentless”  12:16 What were the first impressions of Roman Abramovic?  13:58 “We had the likes of KDB and Salah, they wasn’t ready at the time”  14:36 Has the modern day manager lost their fear factor? 15:30 Stay off penalties!  16:01 Would John Terry handle playing in the modern era? 16:55 John Terry’s frustration with playing out from the back!  18:46 The genius of Jose 20:36 “I don't enjoy watching football anymore”  22:04 “I’d love to play for Pep, I think he’s great”  23:00 “Nobody knows how to head the ball anymore” (The importance of set pieces)  25:17 Why has John Terry stopped managing?   28:43 “As John Terry the player I’d be exactly the same as a manager” 29:53 The misconception of John Terry as a person (Importance of being a captain) 31:30 Does the younger generation have the winning mentality? (the problem with selling your academy products)  35:47 What is John Terry’s favourite part of his career?  36:57 What signing Wowed JT?    38:05 Neil’s Story about Ruud Gullit’s training  39:08 How Gianfranco Zola embarrassed John Terry  40:00 JT, Lampard, Cech and Drogba controlled the dressing room. 40:49 Did John really have new boots every game?  42:06 How hard was it to keep the hunger?  43:09 “You have to losing more than you love winning” - JT’s competitive nature  44:24 How hard was it to retire?  45:53 Nathan Ake rise through Chelsea 47:55 MARTIN TYLERS LETTER FROM THE GANTRY (Leeds United + Player names)  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://h 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 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