Statman Dave - Football Podcast

L'equipe announced their top 100 coaches in the World today, with Guardiola at number 1. But in terms of this season, Jardim and Allegri have done better jobs at their respective clubs. Monaco have been transformed over the last three season under Jardim and could go all the way in the Champions League. Similarly to Allegri, who's Juventus side are the only team standing in the way of Monaco to make the Champions League final.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Borussia Dortmund beat Bayern Munich 3-2 in the semi final of the German Cup. If Dortmund beat Frankurt, it will be Thomas Tuchel's first trophy as BVB manager. The future looks very bright in Dortmund with their young manager and young stars.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On Thursday night, Mourinho and Guardiola once again will do battle. Manchester City host Manchester United in the Premier League on Thursday. This game will have a massive impact on club's quest for the top 4.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

News broke this afternoon that Jose Mourinho wants to bring Bernardo Silva to Manchester United this summer with the fee reported to be around €50 million. The playmaker has been in excellent form this season and has been a key cog in Monaco's run to the Champions League semi-finals.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Marcelo has been the best defender in World football this season and with Real Madrid currently top La Liga and in the Champions League semi-finals, it is fair to say that he could be considered the best player in Europe right now.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The semi-final draws for the Champions League and Europa League were made today with Manchester United drawing Celta Vigo in the Europa League. But the biggest clash that was drawn falls in Spain as Real take on Atleti.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Manchester United progress through to the knockout stages of the Europa League with a 2-1 win over Anderlecht in extra time. But the game was about top of the most exciting talent in European football, Rashford and Tielemans, both who excelled. Manchester United should seriously consider making a move for the young Belgian midfielder.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Real Madrid beat Bayern Munich in some what controversial circumstances in the Champions League quarter-final clash. Real scored two goals which were in fact offside. But Zidane's Real Madrid march on to the semis. In the other tie of Tuesday, Atletico Madrid ended Leicester City's fairy tale run in the Champions League and look like the only side that could beat Real.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Isco put in a man of the match performance against Sporting Gijon at the weekend in Real Madrid's 3-2 win. Isco scored an incredible first and the winner in a very impressive display. With Isco's contract up in 2018, should Barcelona make a move for the Spanish international to replace the ageing Iniesta?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The title race was blown wide open by Jose Mourinho’s Manchester United who beat Chelsea 2-0 on Sunday afternoon following Tottenham’s 4-0 win over Bournemouth. The title race is back on!!!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David de Gea was benched against Anderlecht sparking rumours of a potential transfer to Real Madrid. But what should Manchester United take James, Varane or Casemiro in return?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Manchester United drew 1-1 with Anderlecht in the first leg of the Europa League quarter final clash. Pogba and Carrick dominated the game from central midfield but Manchester United's finishing let them down again with Anderlecht grabbing a late equaliser.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mbappe stole the show in the early kick off as Monaco beat Dortmund 3-2 in a blinding game of football. Mbappe scored a brace in the win and was a constant threat on the counter. Then step forward Ronaldo who grabbed a both goals in Real Madrid's away win against Bayern Munich.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Juventus beat Barcelona 3-0 in Turin to give them a massive advantage in the second leg of the Champions League quarter finals. Man of the match Dybala grabbed two of the goal in a fine victory, but Max Allegri deserves credit with his tactical approach that took Barcelona apart.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The race for the last Champions League spot is hotting up with Arsenal losing to Crystal Palace on Monday evening, Manchester United beating Sunderland and Liverpool coming back against Stoke. But who will grab 4th place?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Who gets into the greatest Premier League team of all-time? Ronaldo? Gerrard? Andy Cole? Henry? Shearer? Giggs? Lampard? Terry? Campbell?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jesse Lingard has agreed to sign new Manchester United contract. The deal is reported to be worth £100,000 a week, trebling his current wages,  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Chelsea beat Manchester City for the second time this season in the Premier League with Hazard grabbing a brace for the Blues. The victory extended Chelsea's lead over Man City to 14 points in the Premier League, but Conte also became the first manager ever to do the league double over Guardiola.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Manchester United drew 1-1 with Everton on Tuesday evening in the Premier League. Mourinho's United struggled to breakdown Koeman's resilient Everton and lost more ground on the competition in the race for the top 4. The standout player for Manchester United was Eric Bailly, the man of the match by a country mile.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Following Jose Mourinho's comments in the press conference before the Everton game, it appears that Luke Shaw will be leaving Manchester United in the summer. Mourinho said Shaw was currently his 4th choice left back behind the likes of Young, Darmian and Blind.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.