How England Can Win With A Back Three & Are Spain Favourites Now? | EURO2024

[@iyadkamhiyeh527]

This podcast has been the highlight of Euro 2024! Right dose of Humor, sarcasm and technical analysis!

[@Siithabiso]

Its actually been a breath of fresh air, not too serious, lots of wit in between and everyone understands their cue to speak.

[@bardo0007]

Talksport is better

[@JamesCM86]

@@bardo0007TalkSport is trash

[@TheKopite79]

​@@bardo0007TalkSport is rubbish clickbait nonsense.

[@goonerlee]

Agreed!

[@markneighbor]

I absolutely love this podcast. Subscribed since the start of the Euros. Love the humour, jibes, banter, but also the forthright, honest opinions. Nothing is sugar-coated. Nice to see.

[@greatwhitesharky3261]

I find M Richards just too much for this show, loud and over the top. It's nearly as if the show is more about him than the football.

[@michaelmulhall5007]

@@greatwhitesharky3261Plus he doesn’t actually know anything about the subject they’d talking about football which doesnt help

[@OfficialFingazMC]

Gary, when you say I might have talked about this before and it's a story, we don't mind. I think we all love listening to old stories of your career and I think I can speak for all of us; that we don't mind hearing them more than once!!! Keep up the great work lads.

[@josephfelts6560]

I like AT, regardless. I think refereeing the game today is very pressurising, and he with the likes of Michael Oliver do a tough good job. many of us ought to try it out and find out. Pundits do it from the comfort of.

[@Basman59]

Gary and I are of similar vintage and his stories always take me back to a time when the game was more pure and I had unending passion for it, sadly the modern game is a far cry. He can his stories any day. I dare say we’d have a good yarn. This a great Podcast/Vlog.

[@pauladamson8684]

Didn’t realise Stevie Wonder had joined the podcast

[@br6511]

Real talk!

[@benhandali5812]

😂😂

[@happywanderer84]

More like Ray Charles

[@NickWard-f6l]

Kool Moe Dee !

[@toddcooper5077]

Stevie had vocal pipes, Big Meeks got different pipes...

[@TheSMILINGJOE]

On the water not the wine. Sunglasses on A tell-tale sign!

[@WillLee-ue9vw]

who drinks wine in the morning lol

[@mikey4483]

I was thinking that the other day. All these pundits are a bunch of alcoholics.😂

[@EdwardD-q5p]

Drinking bottles all last night Punditry just sometimes right With clunky watch and glasses on It's Micah Richards everyone

[@BillyP13]

@@mikey4483🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺

[@davidnosworthy656]

You know Alan would have busted his chops about that look 😂😂

[@chrisl7962]

Love Gary, one of my first football hero’s. But as fondly as we all look back at Italia 90, they drew 1-1, then 0-0, then won 1-0 v Egypt. 1 nil v Belgium with 120minute winner. 3-2 v Cameroon with 2 goals from penalties and then drew 1-1 with Germany. They were not a flamboyant or particularly attacking team. Even Terrys 96 side only really had 4-1, which was fantastic. Scotland, Gazza goal aside was not a vintage performance against an ordinary team at best, it just had a terrific end. Point being it’s a myth that England have ever strung convincing performances together. You could count them on one hand in the last 40 years

[@ja_u]

Anthony Taylor, the full glory of English Refs. Just wow, how can there be so many trash refs… unbelievable

[@lastpenny849]

VAR should have given a pen for the handball, that's the way VAR works. Wasn't too bad, except maybe the Kroos tackle.

[@heroicDale]

He didn’t do much wrong

[@Vipa567]

@@lastpenny849 nonsense that was never a penalty

[@lastpenny849]

@@Vipa567 Under today's laws, it's a penalty. I don't care, I support neither team. Still a penalty, he stopped a goalward bound shot with his hand, it doesn't get clearer than that according to the law.

[@Vipa567]

@@lastpenny849 No, it wasn't a penalty, UEFA specifically said it wasn't in their directive for this tournament.

[@Subsnake5500]

love this podcast, Micah is class love seeing him on game days he has such energy and his laugh is so contagious.

[@djadsbeats]

Sunglasses? Inside, in low light? Hung over? 😂

[@matt94alexander32]

The one with the red and white flag with a cross In the middle goes through in my opinion.

[@brianyule1289]

A bold prediction, let's see if it pays off

[@drdassler]

Nah, the white & red one.

[@karmaascendant3936]

Georgia are already out though

[@samsativa245]

Olmo didn't just score the 1st, he assisted the winner too i believe

[@MegaBagera]

He was incredible

[@falibaba]

Olmo was the way better fit for this match, imo. Blessing in disguise.

[@Acer061270]

And he came for the injured Pedri!

[@Basman59]

Micah in Berlin’a’ is such a happy jovial chap he and Lineker are always up for a laff. And while Shearer’s away they have had their best day!

[@garethreid327]

This and the overlap should do a one off euro crossover

[@apexphaser8768]

I was gonna say the same

[@dawnking5318]

Definately maybe for the final

[@MH-vp7lf]

Keane and Shearer together? I can't see it tbh 😂

[@tw9341]

@@MH-vp7lfthey get on now

[@daedralord1]

No they don’t. Roy hasn’t spoke to shearer since the swng

[@kmaclaren4603]

These podcasts have been brilliant!! I've been watching every game, but this has kept me vibing Euros on those days off or waiting for game to start

[@KieranDawson-u6g]

If Trippier starts at rwb over Trent then that is a disgrace. Trent might as well get on the plane now and tell Southgate to do one

[@marekadboy]

agree! from a Newcastle fan!

[@benitotommassi5820]

I wouldn't choose trippier over Trent in that role, but I understand the decision. You can't trust Trent not to do something ridiculous

[@KieranDawson-u6g]

@marekadboy I happily admit that Trippier was a better rb than Trent. But unfortunately all footballers go through a stage when someone overtakes them. Trent has been better than Trippier for the least couple of seasons. That isn't taking anything away from what Trippier has achieved or played in the past

[@benitotommassi5820]

@@KieranDawson-u6g but, in a big game like this, who do you trust more to not make stupid mistakes that will cost you?

[@KieranDawson-u6g]

@benitotommassi5820 that hasn't happened for a couple of seasons. This is just a narrative continued from when he was younger. Plus in a back 3, it is less critical

[@NickWard-f6l]

Micah what game were you watching .Spain were class ..some of the skill was off the charts .The stats were 50 /50 .Remember Germany were at home with the crowd behind them ...

[@Eddie_McFly]

de la Fuente made the right decision by replacing Yamal. The game became more and more physical so that he saves the best for last. It was risky but he knew what was best for the team.

[@mvdplas8145]

Yes. Pedri is a good example what happens if you let a very young player play to much for club and country. Injury after injury.

[@marioiglesias4850]

replacing Yamal was a massive mistake

[@Eddie_McFly]

​@@marioiglesias4850de la Fuente has been nurturing these squads since their teenages. He knows more than anybody else.

[@marioiglesias4850]

@@Eddie_McFly so? he made a mistake, Germany became stronger once Yamal was out

[@MaTeTris]

@@marioiglesias4850 Germany lost. No mistake there. The mistake was the referee's when he did not send Kroos out at minute 3 after ramming Pedri and seriosuly injuring him. What a disgrace!! I never thought the Germans would be so scared that they had to resort to "playing" dirty and horrible. Good riddance. The best team won, no doubt.

[@dp4417]

The penguins on the end of the table! 😂 loved Big Meeks trying say penguin the other episode.

[@joso7228]

The best news is with 5 at the Back England can pass the ball about more in Defence. I think 1 Attack = 1 Goal is Southgate's masterplan.

[@SimBir08]

Score early then go to a flat back 11 for 85 mins is Southgate's only strategy, the mentality of a defender.

[@jasoncallow860]

May be they could run up the pitch backwards; far easy to pass back to the goalkeeper that way.

[@stuartauld3193]

Play Gordon. Sorted.

[@LolsFishingAdventures]

and Palmer. Need for Speed!

[@Basman59]

Gordon for Trip ‘over’ yes, Palmer for Foden, and I’d leave Kane on the bench for Toney and Konsa for Guehi he was excellent.

[@makenvaega]

As a Germany fan, this loss hurt, and I'm not even German 😆 Honestly, either team progressing is well-deserved, it just came down to a bit of luck and a bit of individual moments (or lack thereof). Imo, handball on goal-bound shot should have been a penalty, but can't complain too much. It's the first time there's a real spark in this team in 10 years and it'll be a while before we get to see how Germany under Nagelsmann progress, especially without Kroos and likely Muller, Gundogan, and Neuer.

[@Dan-mm1yl]

100 percent penalty when you have seen other penalties in this tournament given for less

[@mikey4483]

If we need the WBs to play high, surely it needs to be Saka on left and Trent. Tripper cannot play.

[@davelister2961]

Everyone but Southgate sees this.

[@Bish186]

The fact we are in quarter finals and Gareth is still trying to fix our tactical style and formation says everything about him as a manager.

[@Ap-sy5nt]

Lol, gareth has a tactical style. You just don’t like it.

[@alangeorge3876]

An infinitely better display by England - as we all have noted, due to a better set-up and tactics. Saka was the best player for England by a mile. The only major concern (yes, I could go on for days with nit-picking - they should do this, they should do that - but let's be positive for a moment) the only major concern was Kane who just looked tired and unimaginative. There were a number of occasions he just didn't bother running into the box for the cross! He's the center forward, right? That's what they do! And penalties were awesome. C'mon England!

[@schwarzmann1]

Wow never been this early, happy to see Micah paying homage to the matrix this episode

[@SimBir08]

He was cosplaying a combat pilot last week, this week he's Stevie Wonder.

[@mortanos8938]

Gary, you have been a fave of mine since childhood, but I have to show some love to Micah. He has the same great joker vibes as my favorite German player Rüdiger. I love your podcast. Just wish that German commentators had the humour you guys do, but Germans are like Protocoll droids, always adhering to the script.

[@jamesmcmahon4874]

Sunny indoors is it?

[@HarryFlowerrs]

WTF?

[@hubertsikora1195]

Maybe applied too much “makeup powder” before going live

[@HarryFlowerrs]

@@hubertsikora1195 Where are you from, I know a Sikora?

[@emmanueluzoho9064]

I think he’s on about Micah wearing sunglasses indoors

[@jamesmcmahon4874]

@@emmanueluzoho9064 🤯

[@jamesmilligan2797]

Martinez has elements of Southgatitus, his subs & lack of them cost Portugal

[@SimBir08]

His decision to not take Ronaldo off when he'd done nothing all game is reminiscent of Gareth's loyalty to Kane.

[@Jinx-ig1fz]

Did you actually watch the Portugal vs France game or just watch the highlights afterwards. Despite Martinez making multiple changes throughout the game, Portugal still made chances and controlled the game at certain points. From the outset Portugal had movement and could have scored a couple of times. They also defended well. France had pace but lacked finishing. I only saw Ronaldo dropped deep to get the ball once in that game. But Harry Kane drops deep all the time. If you have a big target you stay in that box and be there for when the ball arrives.

[@Youafool500]

@@Jinx-ig1fzThe problem with Ronaldo, he was alone, no support and the crosses for the most part we’re abysmal, he needed to either take him off or bring on Jota or Ramos to get someone closer to him. Martinez is a fraud of a manager,

[@MaTeTris]

@@SimBir08 Martinez's mistake was worse. Kane plays; Ronaldo was just a figure head with no purpose other than pleasing him, Portuguese people (some) and perhaps trying to scare the opponents, which he did not do at all. Had another player subbed him, we could be talking about an Iberian final. Oh, well...Sorry, Portuguese brothers.

[@Jinx-ig1fz]

@@Youafool500 How is Martinez a fraud of a manager when his team played well against France. I'm not saying that Ronaldo looked great. I was saying that the team played good overall. Unlike Southgate he made changes early in the second half and the team still played good. They actually had movement. France didn't even have a target in the middle. Granted they got players who can do great things but their finishing was worse.

[@Itskevooo17]

You can tell no player at this tournament is anywhere near 100%. Everybody is at like 70% max. Especially the superstars they all look exhausted. A lot of the big moment have came from the unexpected people, but that has made this tournament amazing. I think the stars still have something to say though!

[@Crutchleyfit]

this podcast has been a great watch throughout euro 2024.

[@quidzzz887]

Calling it now: He’ll start with Trippier at RWB and it’ll cost us in an attacking sense. He’ll then bring Trent on with 10 minutes to go and expect him to effect the game and get an equaliser.

[@cedarstuff]

And people will blame Trent when Walker goes missing in defence and we concede.

[@jasonlee7649]

Trent has a good right foot.what else?

[@keithharding9575]

​@jasonlee7649 what has trippier got to offer? We've seen what he can do and it's absolutely nothing compared to trent

[@robertp2577]

He won't play Trippier mate if he plays 3 at the back he will play Trent...not even Southgate is that stupid.. I think he will play Walker Stones and Konsa as back 3 and TTA RWB and I think the big decision for Southgate will be LWB playing Shaw or Saka. I'm at a point now where I don't care how they play or what team he picks as long as they win...look at France. It's frightening to think if England click into gear and play well what they would do to teams.

[@heroicDale]

@@robertp2577well he’s playing Trippier

[@phoenixj1985]

England have the players to play in a back 3, Stones in particular would be freed to play his normal game. TAA as a sweeper/libero in a back 3 could be interesting. Liberates him from defensive duties but provides the space for him to get forward.

[@paulwatch5990]

No one is saying this but you’re right. England’s centre backs have more of the ball than anyone. Trent treading passes through gaps would help get the ball into midfield better.

[@phoenixj1985]

@@paulwatch5990 It would be interesting for TAA do develop as a sweeper, as I don't see him having the pace or ethic of a WB like Walker or Robertson. I think he could be an effective libero and almost perfect for this role due to his ball playing ability and the fact that he doesn't really fit anywhere else. But hey, I'm bias as I have libero fettish and want to see stuff like this happen in football

[@benjbutton]

More needs to be said about Olmo and Williams in the Spain team. Cracking play.

[@dash1141]

Someone in pub said Ronaldo is holding Portugal hostage and it’s so embarrassingly accurate

[@trometromme7113]

Remember, it's not alcoholism if you drink fine wine😁 Best pod!

[@JosesAmazingWorlds]

One sweet note is that Mikel Merino's dad scored in that same stadium 30 years ago at a UEFA Cup match when playing for Osasuna. Mikel copied his father's celebration by doing a spin around the corner flag.

[@Dartagnan88]

The football level of that game Germany - Spain is something England couldn’t even dream of. There’s several leagues between those sides and a „team“ like england

[@LGEightZero]

Calm down. Germany have been absolutely crap for the last 4 tournaments and this one at home they’re out in the quarters. England have a far better tournament record in that time. Better youth tournament results. Beat them comfortably in the last euros. No “dreaming” necessary. Southgate will leave and England will improve again in the next tournament.

[@dreamchaser4866]

Facts💯, it is Heavyweight Tactical teams versus Third tier championship teams👍

[@jd-mk3bz]

@@LGEightZero0 trophies so it’s all meaningless, waste of time

[@LGEightZero]

@@jd-mk3bz Englands youth teams have won many trophies in the last 8 years, so no idea what you’re referring to. The senior team hasn’t, but ask any nation how meaningless having a successful youth set up is for achieving future success. It’s where modern France and Spain’s success started after winning nothing for basically their entire histories at senior level.

[@Dartagnan88]

@@LGEightZero Germany has 4 world cups and 3 euros What does England have? Oh yeah ;)

[@billboakye4472]

Spain handed Germany the upper hand when they took off yamal& Williams it gave the German defense more room to venture forward

[@ManuelAMartinez]

Germany came out physical and referee allowed it. It changed the dynamics of the game and it hurt Spain. Kroos being able to play almost until the end was a gift by the referee. He fouled Pedri twice inside 5 minutes.

[@trevhaddleton]

LOVING the “PEN-WINS”!!!!😂😂😂really enjoyed listening to “the lads”!!!!please say your carry the podcast on!!!!!either way enjoy the rest of the euros!!!!

[@PASSION4GAMIN]

I really like the Euro's BBC intro the music is great also really creative a football pinball machine. Props to whoever chose the music cause i always pumped up when the start of the programme starts. Switzerland are going to be tough to beat but come on England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Looking forward to Alan on co commentary with what he says throughout the game cause he's always right. Love the passion and how he critiques. Loving the Euro's podcasts keep them coming. ⚽

[@georgef822]

It's the best formation and gives us the most balance.

[@EhEhXCX]

This is probably out of date but just here to complement Micah’s tactical nouse as a pundit. He’s levels above a lot of the guys out there.

[@ronakjoshi5198]

Watching this after the game 😎

[@armyaj]

gary gave portugal the commentator's curse when he read that out i said it in my head and then saw joao felix walk out. They did the same on germany the commentators said the host never been knocked out in the QF lmao

[@fthestats]

Just here to say Gary’s 3rd Masseuse joke on live TV was absolutely quality 😂😂😂😂 👏🏾

[@armyaj]

Jota should've come on for Leao like the last game. it completely changed the attacks in the box and wouldve done again 100%

[@Omnipotent-Q]

5 at the back with 2 defensive midfielders is being looked at like it’s Southgate suddenly going to go attacking. A leopard doesn’t change its spots, he’ll be thinking of it defensively.

[@romanoonamor7690]

One thing you're clearly forgetting about England is that they are fucking lucky. And that wins tournaments.

[@andycarr4354]

Since when was it best practice to leak team tactics and formation to the press before an important game? It seems unfair that the other teams don’t do this!

[@joso7228]

Switzerland play 4-3-3 in attack then 4-5-1 in defence. Now you can make your tactical adjustments.

[@Bert-lw1ot]

Said exactly the same. Why are our press doing everything they can to tell the other team our tactics? Annoying as F

[@SimBir08]

@@Bert-lw1ot Our tactics aren't exactly a secret, everybody who's seen the last 4 games knows we're going to sit back and defend and hope we score then go back to sitting in our own half till we either win or concede.

[@Aswinishere]

Well it's a rumor. It can create confusion for the opposite team.

[@Bert-lw1ot]

@@SimBir08 makes no difference mate, why the F are you defending the press anyway?!?

[@andrewmcdiarmid1297]

Mica thx for wearing normal gear your the best mate doing good job

[@MarcMol]

Love the banter here, but sadly not one mention of the Netherlands V Turkey Qrter final, which turned out to be an infinitely better & exciting game!

[@lemon_j22]

I don't think the problem is Southgate at all. I think the problem is that we need a co-manager, Northgate, who can show us how we can play an attacking game. And crucially we also need an assistant manager, Stargate, who'll allow us to easily access the seemingly impenetrable northern end of the pitch. That'll sort it all out.

[@calinho7689]

Love the podcast😊You should've mentioned the penalty that Germany should have been awarded though!

[@mrhussain9008]

Watched the highlights from England vs Netherlands 1990 just now, England wasted more chances in that game than theyve created this whole Euros. Quick note, Barnes and Gascgoine looked incredible.

[@folajimiakinribola6208]

For 30 minutes in 1st half Spain was unstoppable. The second half of the extra time Spain was strong too.

[@halefomkahsay2931]

This Podcast has been the highlight of this tournament! What a show.

[@pierzing.glint1sh76]

Speaks volumes.

[@matthewrussell4268]

That red wine collection is depleting guys !

[@rager8273]

Micah "the balance wasnt right" Richards

[@L.Drizzle]

It's his new default phrase. He also borrows starting a sentence with "we talk about..." from his mate Roy Keane often.

[@L.Drizzle]

...and for the record, most of those sentences go on to mention things that haven't been talked about

[@markdavis8430]

Shades indoor is a no go for podcast Come on Richard’s your no amateur now Apart from that love you guys ✌️

[@banehd3255]

To be honest, after our games we played and the change in formation. "Im not looking forward to england game today," and it could be a blessing we go out today. Because we will not beat france or spain. That's not because of the players. it's just the manager and the coaches

[@jasoncallow860]

"Im not looking forward to england game today." should be stencilled on the side of the England team bus.

[@leolovetoparty]

I’m really looking fwd to this game after watching this analysis 👍

[@dannysmith2040]

Great podcast ! Truthful,fair and insightful. Also all three of you have a great sense of humour

[@alexi1281]

The podcast is absolutely amazing I can't get enough. But how can you say Germany were better? At the most they were equal. They bothe had moments in the game where they were on the front foot but Spain looked great all game. Also Micah keeps saying Spain look vulnerable but they've literally conceded 1 goal all tournament and that was against Germany.

[@bzzbzz6764]

sometimes i dont get gary man, saying crap germany was better when pedri came off. dude Olmo came in and scored, controlled the game and assisted. Dude like? and micah man, germany seem more at it sometime because spain had the advantage

[@mattiehoare]

Micah is the type to say he only had a main course when you split the bill

[@MarkInOxford]

With Gareth in charge, England couldn’t beat Spain even if they were allowed to field 15 players. That’s because he’d put 13 of them in defensive positions. Guy is a grifter and needs to go the second this tournament is over. Just imagine someone like Klopp with this group of players.

[@posteveryside-beatsnews]

You are giving Spain WAY too much credit.

[@hyywe240]

England fans slagging off the manager and over rating their players!? This never usually happens

[@Tom-hr7gk]

RT

[@Mark_106]

@@posteveryside-beatsnews exactly way too much credit....we only need 8 player team to steam roll the spanairds.

[@hyywe240]

Cant wait until he goes! Round of 16 in 2016, out in the group stage 2014, quarter final 2012, round of 16 2010, didnt even qualify 2008. And southgate has come in and weve been awful! Plus we have legends of the game playing. A 19 year old whos played half a season in the prem. Kieren trippier and kyle walker clearly in the prime of their life. Ezri konsa and marc guehi are known around the world as legends! Not like the pitiful teams of neville, rio, terry, cole, gerrard, lampard, scholes, beckham, rooney, owen. This manager is lucky that world class player like eric dier, ashely young, harry maguire, jordan henderson, dele alli, jesse lingard and sterling carried him to a semi final!

[@Fc25Hawks]

Catching up with the last 2 days podcasts when another one drops. Watching 3 in a row now 😂 3rd.

[@daveb6815]

Gary must feel right at home near the drinks cabinet 😅 he always sounds hung over, now I know why!

[@erkanmalcok]

In this episode, Micah also applies emotional analysis: "Go with feelings!" Southgate's only feeling is fear, which he is scared of changes. When we are afraid of "mistakes", we start to be in a non-action state. England's team needs to have a higher level of management, ideally, an international figure that does not read any news. The pressure is high and good players know the differences between a good manager and a bad manager. The best options are Pep or Klopp.

[@jordanedgeley6601]

I picked Switzerland to beat italy due to back 3, i gives you natural width and solidity. In tournament football having natural width to attack is a huge advantage when teams dont play with each other very often and dont have patterns of play etc. We are going to see a completely new team if England play a back 3

[@UTube-gs1yf]

Ben White is the only English player coming out looking a winner, for refusing to be associated with Southgate.

[@phillsmith9255]

No, he's not a winner.

[@SpyroCSH]

ben white has no pride for his country. stop praising him.

[@Acer061270]

The Foul on Pedri was the winner for spain because Olmo went on the pitch.

[@Steve-ys1ig]

If we do get lucky and score first then expect England to defend for the rest of the match, even if we score in the first minute because that is the way Southgate likes it. Though it never works for some reason he seems to think going after a second goal is too dangerous

[@stephenrimmer6409]

Great podcast but please Micah take the shades off,the eyes are everything when communicating with people😎

[@sakibfarid]

Stones to walker, back to stones, back to walker.

[@brendanroberts4866]

Pickford always involved in this passing nighmare - you see it in the 1st 5 or 10 min you know its going to be a shitshow

[@DH-oy6vy]

Big Meeks hiding the aftermath of the grey goose with the glasses 😂

[@NeilMalthus]

We do need to be bold and we do need Trent on the right (as Lineker explained). CRUCIALLY, we also need to know what to do if - shock horror - we play well and take the lead. In such a case, we must carry on with _attack being the best form of defence._ Switzerland are good but if we sneak past them as well, what chance have we got of bringing the trophy back???

[@moeansari6301]

its a joke spain was the better side and germany scored in the last min of the game

[@makkattak9839]

Germany unlucky and hard done by due to the penalty call, I only think it's a pen due to previous calls in the tournament. Dani Olmo the difference for Spain. Havertz missed chances cost Germany for me

[@alvarocastroregueiro]

There was an offside right before the handball

[@cenar9660]

@@alvarocastroregueirothat’s wrong no line by uefa btw and if that was the case var had to intervene and given it because else it’s a pen

[@lewst]

No offside, fullkrugs hand and arm don't count.

[@mrbigdiscoparty4671]

Love Shearer and doing commentary for him is good, have the BBC also considered using Chris Waddle as commentary for the TV too, like his radio commentary for 5 live.

[@happywanderer84]

Spain definitely the team of the tournament so far, the way they play they would hammer England. Love the podcast, I've been listening to just the audio, it's even better on KZbin.

[@gslang3489]

Way better team yesterday Micah? It was a pretty even game in terms of play, eye test, and stats. Props to Spain for beating this host nation which was 90% in stadium. Yellows should def clear after r16. The fact two yellows in 5 games suspends you for semifinal is insane. Carvajal was already suspended for semi final but the second yellow wouldn't have happened had the ref not given Germany 2 minutes beyond allotment to tiem

[@jenskosin3217]

2 god Teams Germany and Spain.God Game.Bud bad Ref.

[@troltiyatrosu181]

In my country, They say "England is a cradle of football' now i get what they mean this football makes me sleepy...

[@XQRobertz]

Dear Southgate, In my humble opinion, the Switzerland match is likely going to be a draw either 0-0 or 1-1... so please ensure the substitutes coming later on are excellent penalty-takers, thank you! Yours sincerely, England Fan.

[@MegaBagera]

But don’t bring them on just before the penalties…

[@markdavis8430]

👀

[@XQRobertz]

Thanks Southgate for listening to our pleas, You're definitely an awesome guy ...go lions and bring it home 👍🏾🤝🕺

[@MegaBagera]

@@XQRobertz luckily he read this comment

[@XQRobertz]

@@MegaBagera 🙏

[@NickWard-f6l]

If England play france in the final, a trip to Dignitas would be more entertaining.

[@gunpuntuhong4531]

Can we please discuss al’s “pressure is for tyres” commentary 😂😂😂🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@SpyroCSH]

i was looking forward to the formation change. but then i found out trippier will start over trent.

[@rossgriffin268]

Gotta realise that the Ronaldo argument with Portugal is exactly the same as with Kane and England

[@stewartlee2368]

When Englands on ITV could you all do a watch along... It would be mint

[@jojohnstone-n4g]

Loving the Penwins in the background😂

[@mesolithicman164]

Automatically Shaw gives balance on the Left. That's a major step forward.

[@jonathanhall7815]

A few years ago, the idea of playing counter-attacking football against Switzerland would never have been mentioned! At WC 1990, the game v Holland was only the 2nd game of the tournament. We are into the 5th game of tournament, and only now is a tactical change being seriously considered. Sir Bobby Robson was more flexible and probably more knowledgeable than Gareth Southgate.

[@robertandrew2667]

Not worried about passing. Block. Let everyone. All the talent England has , I a kiwi I wish you well

[@rossturner8581]

Interesting to hear the story about Italia 90 I think the words their looking for at 31.55 is Southgate's not got the bottle to make a radical change!

[@insertnamehere4921]

pick us a winner gary, jeez🤣🤣🤣 20:21

[@larrysellers7891]

Rumour has it Southgate will be playing Colin Robinson in a football spin-off called, ‘What We Do In The Euros’.

[@taylorleckenby1383]

It amazes me that all the English pundits keep tipping england to win when they have spent weeks slagging of both the manager and the team. I hope Switzerland 🇨🇭 banter them

[@Wut3225]

No, they’ve been criticising the performances of both, which have not been good at all.

[@ultraxcam9113]

I actually turned the channel over to BBC as the coverage started because I knew Gary would say something

[@Ryan-ep4py]

Don’t think Germany was that far superior to Spain, feel it was pretty equal all game tbh.

[@anshumankrishnan2085]

Germany definitely had clearer chances

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