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Football Vision

Blue Wire 101 episodes Latest Jun 2, 2026

Weekly podcast hosted by Phil Costa covering the leading stories from European football and beyond, with insight, opinions, and laughs from knowledgeable experts.

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Football Vision Podcast: Update! Jun 2, 2026 00:02:59 On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil Costa explains what has happened to the podcast, why there hasn't been a new episode in over four months and what the future may look like. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Scouting Sessions: Yan Diomande and Givairo Read Jan 23, 2026 00:50:16 On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Manuel Veth to discuss RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande who has become one of the standout young players, just one year after playing for relegation-battling Leganes in Spain. For part two of the show, Michael Statham joins the show to discuss Feyenoord's flying full back Givairo Read who is already attracting interest from top Europe
Transfer Table: Guehi, Nwaneri and Bournemouth Signing Gems Jan 21, 2026 01:03:54 On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil is joined by football writer Sam Tighe to discuss some of the January window signings and rumours so far. Topics include: Manchester City spending big on Semenyo and Guehi, Ethan Nwaneri leaving Arsenal, Chelsea signing another exciting defensive prospect, Aston Villa balancing (another) trolley dash, Bournemouth signing two gems and more. Host
Xabi Alonso Sacked: What Next For Real Madrid? Jan 16, 2026 00:50:03 On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil is joined by Kiyan Sobhani (chief editor and columnist at Managing Madrid) to discuss Real Madrid sacking Xabi Alonso and what their future holds with Alvaro Arbeloa in charge. Topics include: tactical issues that developed, issues in the transfer market, dressing room toxicity and player power leading to problems, why Alonso never had the club'
Carlos Kaiser: The Football Fraud Who Never Kicked A Ball Dec 8, 2025 00:32:47 On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil is joined by South American football expert Tim Vickery to recount the legend of Carlos Kaiser - the footballer who never kicked a ball. Topics include: how he managed to lie his way through a 13-year career, what methods he used to con various clubs and agents, his obsession with nightlife and holding VIP status, making friends with legendary f
Scouting Sessions: Elliot Anderson and Jeremy Jacquet Nov 26, 2025 00:50:15 On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil is joined by Joe Donnohue to discuss Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson who is flavour of the month after his bright start to the season, with a World Cup starting berth beckoning next summer. For part two of the show, Tom Williams joins the show to discuss Rennes' exciting young centre back Jeremy Jacquet who looks set for the top with
Are Long Throws and Set Pieces Killing the Game? Nov 18, 2025 01:02:39 On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil is joined by throw-in coach Thomas Grønnemark to break down why the Premier League has gone long throw crazy and what effect this is having on the game. Topics include his own journey into football, what made him focus on throw-ins, working with Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, implementing his unique training drills, admitting that long breaks in pla
Hearts, Title Charges and Has Tony Bloom Done It Again? Oct 29, 2025 00:48:58 On this episode of the Football Vision podcast, Phil is joined by Mark Atkinson (sports editor at The Scotsman) to discuss Hearts and their shock title charge under recent new ownership. Topics include: A brief history of Hearts, their standing in Scottish football, why Scotland needs to break the Old Firm title duopoly, their experienced manager Derek McInnes, standout players, why Tony Bloom dec
Strasbourg, Chelsea and the Multi-Club Mess Sep 25, 2025 00:56:10 On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil is joined by French football expert Tom Williams to discuss Strasbourg, Chelsea and the ongoing multi-club ownership concerns with BlueCo. Topics include: The history of RC Strasbourg, Why BlueCo identified Strasbourg to be part of their portfolio, their exciting young team and manager, why transfers are causing frustration, the controversial mo
Champions League Preview: Analysing The Four Newcomers Sep 15, 2025 00:38:41 On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil is joined by Lee Wingate (co-host of the Sweeper Pod) to discuss the four newcomers in this season's Champions League, their journeys and potential prospects to secure progression into the knockout stages. Those sides include Kairat Almaty (Kazakhstan), Pafos FC (Cyprus), Union St Gilloise (Belgium) and FK Bodø/Glimt (Norway) who are all looking
Mailbag: Premier League XIs, Social Media and More! Sep 12, 2025 00:38:36 On this edition of the FootballVision Podcast, Phil goes solo to answer your questions in another mailbag episode. Topics include: why young players are breaking through earlier, building Premier League XIs, why social media is becoming so toxic, whether or not Arsenal should sack Arteta, young players to watch out for and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.co
Transfer Table: Guehi, Record Deals and Deadline Day Sep 3, 2025 01:06:45 On this episode of the Football Vision Podcast, Phil is joined by football writer Sam Tighe to discuss all the Deadline Day drama - now that the window has slammed shut. Topics include: Alexander Isak finally getting his Liverpool move, Marc Guehi staying at Crystal Palace, Newcastle finding their new strike partnership, Arsenal and Spurs both strengthening late on, Aston Villa leaving things late

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