Brentford head coach Thomas Frank joins Guillem, Vicki & Charlotte on this week's Pure Football Podcast. Thomas gives us an insight into his coaching methods, the importance of managing his energy, and how he's preparing for life in the Premier League this season. Follow @purefootballpod on Twitter.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

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Thomas Frank

On this special episode of the Pure Football Podcast, Guillem welcomes Gary Lineker who shares his memories of Diego Maradona ahead of the release of Guillem’s latest book. He also tells us about his interesting pre-match superstitions, how football has changed and his thoughts on that Maradona goal.Maradona: The Boy. The Rebel. The God. Is available from 8th July. Purchase it here: http://smarturl.it/MaradonaBalagueFollow @purefootballpod on Twitter.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Gary Lineker on Diego Maradona

Guillem is joined by Sevilla manager Julen Lopetegui to discuss Euro 2020, the influence of Johan Cruyff on his management style, and the evolution of the role of the goalkeeper.Follow @purefootballpod on Twitter.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Julen Lopetegui

Ahead of the Champions League Final this week between Manchester City & Chelsea, Guillem welcomes Domenec Torrent, a former member of Pep Guardiola’s staff at Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City. They discuss the evolution of Pep, Dome’s own managerial ambitions, and predictions for the final.Follow @purefootballpod on Twitter.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Domenec Torrent

Guillem is joined by Villarreal's Francis Coquelin ahead of the Europa League semi-final second leg against his former team Arsenal. They discuss being managed by Arsene Wenger, Mikel Arteta's leadership skills, and what it was like moving to London to join the Gunners aged just 17.Follow @purefootballpod on Twitter.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Francis Coquelin

In this week's episode, we are joined by Atlético Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak. The Slovenian talks to Guillem about why he chose to be a goalkeeper, his inspirations when growing up, and the influence of his father, as well as the pressures of playing elite football.Follow @purefootballpod on Twitter.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Jan Oblak

What will football look like in 10 years? It’s a big question but that’s exactly what our guests this week will attempt to answer. In this fascinating conversation, Guillem is joined by Jan van Loon, Fran Moya, and Edu Rubio to discuss exactly what they believe football needs to do to adapt, as well the potential future role of the head coach and how players can take greater ownership in the evolution of the game.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

The Future of Football

The 2021 FC Barcelona presidential election will take place on 7th March 2021 for electing the 41st President of the club. Guillem spoke to the three candidates, asking them the same five questions that included the future of Leo Messi, what they think of the proposed European Super League, and are they on the verge of bankruptcy?In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Barcelona Presidential Elections - The Candidates

Guillem is joined by RB Leipzig manager Julian Nagelsmann ahead of their Champions League match against Liverpool. They discuss his early start in management and his coaching philosophy, getting the phone call to manage Real Madrid, and a mutual love of jazzy shirts!In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Julian Nagelsmann

We have a special episode for you this week, Guillem speaks to his friend Jamie Carragher. The Liverpool legend discusses an incident involving Guillem which caused a bit of havoc, his thoughts on the future of the game, and whether he’s Messi or Ronaldo.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Jamie Carragher

In this week’s episode, Guillem visits Cesc Fabregas. The former Barcelona & Arsenal midfielder opened up to Guillem about his plans after football, a love of London, and the desire to reconnect with Arsene Wenger. In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Cesc Fabregas - Can We Come In?

We have a special episode of the Pure Football Podcast this week. Mauricio Pochettino will shortly be announced as the manager of PSG. Guillem and Julien Laurens discuss what Pochettino will be hoping to create at the club, how he will manage a team with superstars Neymar and Mbappe, and whether they will be joined by Lionel Messi this summer.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Pochettino arrives in Paris

In this week’s episode, Guillem visits Frédéric Kanouté. The striker discusses his faith, a love of London & the advice he would give to his younger self.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Frédéric Kanouté - Can We Come In?

In this week’s episode, Guillem is welcomed in by Premier League legend Andy Cole. The treble-winning striker discusses his battle with his life-changing illness, the importance of his family, and why you won’t find any of his own memorabilia in his home.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Andy Cole - Can We Come In?

In the first episode of our new series, Can We Come In?, Norwich City’s Max Aarons welcomes us into his home as we find out more about the 20-year-old’s life away from the game. Guillem & Max discuss the interest from Barcelona in the right-back, his admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo, and what he’d cook to impress his idol.In partnership with GentingBet. 18+ begambleaware.org Podcast cover image by Maribel Herruzo. For all podcast enquiries please email george@blueprintsports.co.uk

Max Aarons - Can We Come In?

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