The Not So Clean Sheet

Consuming and Overanalyzing English Premier League and World Soccer From Across the Atlantic

Bad Juju Kelly Kapowski

Champion's League runs, intercontinental love triangles, lewd goal celebrations, Romanian IP disputes and Emmanuel Adebayor's unique family issues: The Not So Clean Sheet has you covered.

12-10
53:38

The Fort Lauderdale Basement Clasico

This week's NSCS covers West Ham's epic upset, the underwhelming and over-clothed return of Fergie time at Old Trafford, epic Spurs malaise, and a classically classic Clasico in Madrid. Plus: Big Sam: expert analyst, and why you shouldn't buy your child a Neymar for Christmas.

10-28
48:53

Pope Whatshisname

How does one react to an 8-0 drubbing? Possibly by becoming a Southampton fan? Plus, Jason's reaction to attending two La Liga matches! Where to eat after a big win in Marseille! And wouldn't we all just rather talk about Serial?

10-23
53:57

Dick Move

The NSCS dives into the Mourinho-Wenger fisticuffs, Chelsea's dominance, QPR's ineptitude, and discuss which stadium would make the best middle name. Make sure to stick around for Roy Keane's oversharing about his experiences in the 1990s United locker room. Follow @notsocleansheet and email any questions (or, more likely, complaints) to notsocleansheet@gmail.com

10-10
50:32

Swiss Car Flipping

The NSCS delights in the scandals of the week across Europe (Sex scandals! Horrifying Anti-Semitism! Lederhosen!) before diving into an exciting week in the EPL and UEFA Champion's League. Is Diego Costa the new Luis Suarez? Is Yaya Toure mentally out the door? Can Alexis Sanchez play shirtless?

09-19
45:36

Living Life 0.402336 Kilometers at a Time

The Not So Clean Sheet celebrates the most boring international break of all time and the mass defection of NFL fans by spending far too much time discussing Bulgarian football, wrapping up the transfer window (purple dildos and all), and heralding the coming glory of the Hull City Tigers. Follow @notsocleansheet and write in to notsocleansheet@gmail.com!

09-11
42:24

Warrior or Worrier?

Put down the vanishing spray and dive into a new season with the Not So Clean Sheet. Where will Jose's bus and Louie's balls take the rich? Will Burnley's...uh...bees keep them up? Plus follow-up questions on how to pick a team, from FIFA to Michigan State football.

08-13
53:52

How to Pick An EPL Team: An NSCS Special Episode

Hooked on soccer after the World Cup but don't know what your next step is? Always wanted to get into the EPL but feel overwhelmed by choice? Listen to the NSCS break down the bubbling buffet of choice that is the Barclay's Premier League.

08-06
59:38

Google Urethra

Just how much has the USA evolved as a soccer-loving nation? Where do we go from here? What do we have to look forward to? And can you believe how excited we already are for the new EPL season? Join the Not So Clean Sheet in the soccer dead zone for a visit to Brazil, Russia and Mount Trollmore.

07-28
44:21

Pigs in Blankets

The Not So Clean sheet revels in the gluttonous joy of the opening round of the World Cup. What was the biggest highlight? Brooks' header? Spain's upset? Colombia's dancing? Van Persie's header? Let it wash over you, good people. The NSCS has got you covered.

06-22
51:08

World Cup Preview of The World...Cup

Casual soccer fan? Vaguely aware you'll be expected to watch a bunch of matches over the next month or so? Just concerned about the state of Brazil's infrastructure? Listen to the Not So Clean Sheet's preview of the rest of the world, so you'll know what to watch out for this summer. Tranquilo. Follow @notsocleansheet, email notsocleansheet@gmail.com for questions.

06-08
57:07

Landonless: Team USA World Cup Preview

In Part II of a special two-part episode, The Not So Clean Sheet previews the US Men's National Team in advance of June's World Cup. This is the start of your journey towards your lifelong dream of being able to offer frivolous banter during a Ghana soccer game. Follow all summer long for more World Cup nonsense from the NSCS!

05-28
36:39

Spin the Horse Placenta

In Part I of a special two-part episode, The Not So Clean Sheet returns to catch you up on all of the end of season festivities, from the Champion's League final to Yaya Toure's worst birthday ever, and why you should never get your horse placenta from Belgrade.

05-28
27:04

Sacked to Sack

Loyal listeners, we've heard your pleas and have returned to rescue you from the mundanity of your NSCS-free month. This week: Moyes gets the axe! Chelsea embrace their evil side! And who would Jason root for in a match between Liverpool and Hitler?

04-22
48:02

Yogurt Loving Hipsters

The Not So Clean Sheet cover Nicklas Bendtner's taxi cab antics, Champion's League and FA Cup drama, sonnets written by Spanish center-halves and why La Liga is the Pac 12 of Europe.

03-16
58:59

Kayaks, 40ozs and the Dark Lord Cthulu

How far is too far for an American fan of the EPL? Is it worth even discussing Man U anymore? Is Tottenham's season over in March? And is it possible to find a better use for 600k than saving an accordion factory? All these questions and more are answered on this week's Not So Clean Sheet podcast.

03-01
51:02

52 Minutes in Heaven

The Not So Clean Sheet considers what an EPL version of NBA All Star Weekend would look like, along with Champion's League and FA Cup updates, Olivier Giroud's cuckholding ways and the difference between Semenov I and Semenov II. Follow @notsocleansheet and send questions to notsocleansheet@gmail.com!

02-23
52:49

Coping Mechanisms, Minus the Stabbing

After a dreadfully unprofessional two week absence, the NSCS covers a meek but beautiful January transfer window, Liverpool and Eden Hazard making The Leap, how to deal with your team being blown out, and highly tolerant Germans.

02-11
51:59

Helicopter Rides & Bad First Dates

The Not So Clean Sheet returns with a week light on games but overflowing with the rich tapestry of narrative beauty that makes world football so wonderful. Mata to Manchester! Coventry fans Twist & Shout! Vlad Chiriches blacks out! And Adnan takes a sweet ride to Nando's in a Ford Fiesta. Follow @notsocleansheet and send your questions to notsocleansheet@gmail.com.

01-27
56:47

See You Next Tuesday

What's gotten Andy Carroll so excited? Why is Jason building Gabe a basketball court in his apartment? And how is being a sports fan a lot like being Marge Simpson? The answers to all of those questions and more, this week on the Not So Clean Sheet. Email your brilliant questions to notsocleansheet@gmail.com and follow us on Twitter @notsocleansheet!

01-14
52:30

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