Euro Leagues

John Bennett is joined by ESPN's Julien Laurens and Guillem Balague on this week's Euro Leagues. The team discuss Lionel Messi being called up for an Argentina farewell, and how Lens and Valencia have gone early in sacking their managers. Plus, Guillem explains why Mbappe, Vinicius and Konate rolled up their pre-match T-shirts intended to show solidarity for the people of Cueta. Then, is Real Madrid loanee Franco Mastantuono good enough to play for Los Blancos, and could 15-year-old Manchester United player JJ Gabriel be destined for Madrid too? Former Arsenal stars Aubameyang and Gabriel Jesus can't stop scoring in Spain, and finally, we hear from SV Elversberg's young American winger Cole Campbell, on their fairytale start to the Bundesliga season. Timecodes: 01:16 Messi's multiclub plan, and his Argentina farewell 08:38 Lens & Valencia sack their head coaches 17:54 Guillem explains the Cueta story 25:06 Is Mastantuono the Real deal? 28:44 Could JJ Gabriel be set for Madrid? 34:09 Aubameyang can't stop scoring in La Liga 39:11 Gabriel Jesus' impact at Barca 42:00 Interview with SV Elversberg's Cole Campbell

John Bennett is joined by Julien Laurens, James Horncastle and Guillem Balague to discuss who should win the Ballon D'or, the dominance of Spanish coaches, the strange atmosphere at the Bernabeu despite Real Madrid beating Inter and the rise of Como. Plus, there is breaking news as Fenerbahçe coach, Ismail Kartal, dramatically quits after his team draws with Roma. TIME CODES: 0:45 Ballon D'or shortlist 13:34 Why are Spanish coaches so dominant? 21:23 Why are Real Madrid fans unhappy? 25:59 Was it a mistake to play Trent Alexander-Arnold in midfield? 31:55 The incredible rise of Como into a Champions League team 41:02 The shock resignation of Fenerbahce coach Ismail Kartal 47:40 The fortunes of Swedish champions Mjallby

John Bennett is joined by Mina Rzouki and Julien Laurens to assess the aftermath of the transfer window on Ligue 1 in France after many of its young stars departed for the Premier League. Julien also gives us the lowdown on Malick Fofana's dramatic deadline day move to Sunderland. We're also joined by Bjarte Lunde Aarsheim and Morten Jensen, joint-head coaches of Norwegian side Viking, following their qualification for the Champions League league phase. The team look at whether moving to Juventus can revitalise Nick Woltemade's career. And we find out how SV Elversberg, from a town of 13,000 people, have reached the Bundesliga. TIMECODES 02:30 - The transfer window and France 03:30 – Malick Fofana, Sunderland, Palace and two private jets 10:00 – Ligue 1 selling their stars to the Premier League 17:30 – Can Juventus rejuvenate Nick Woltemade? 25:50 – Viking’s joint-head coaches on their Champions League qualification 40:30 – Osnabruck’s TIFO 44:00 – The fairytale of Elversberg 5 LIVE/BBC SOUNDS COMMENTARIES Saturday 3pm: Nottingham Forest v Tottenham Hotspur (5 Live) Saturday 3pm: Manchester City v Coventry City (5 Sports Extra) Saturday 5:30pm: Hull City v Aston Villa (5 Live) Sunday 2pm: Everton v Manchester United (5 Live) Sunday 4:30pm: Arsenal v Chelsea (5 Live)

Maz Farookhi is joined by ESPN's Julien Laurens and German football expert Rafa Honigstein for this week's Euro Leagues. The team reflect on a turbulent week for Julian Alvarez at Atletico Madrid, and with Barcelona seemingly out of the running, does that open the door for Arsenal? Then, we hear more about Musiala's condition which saw him collapse in consecutive friendlies for Bayern last week. How have the club kept it private for such a long time, and is there a long-term concern over Musiala's career? Schalke and ex-Plymouth Argyle head coach Miron Muslić joins the pod to discuss Schalke's promotion to the Bundesliga, the signing of fellow Bosnian Edin Džeko, and how Loris Karius has turned his career around at the club. Finally, Jules and Raf look at who might be best-placed to challenge Bayern domestically this season. Timecodes: 02:59 Is Julian Alvarez set for Arsenal? 13:15 Jamal Musiala's seizure condition, and how Bayern have been handling it 21:22 How are Bayern shaping up for this season? How have they improved the squad? 27:18 Miron Muslić on Schalke's return to the Bundesliga 29:30 How did Miron's time at Plymouth shape him? 33:09 Loris Karius' career redemption 35:05 Signing Edin Dzeko at 39 years old 40:13 Can anyone challenge Bayern this season?

John Bennett is joined by Julien Laurens & James Horncastle to preview the Serie A season and react to the news of Ronaldinho's return for third tier Ravenna. Spanish football reporter Elizabeth Conway drops by to give the latest on Barcelona's striker search. Plus, Malaga fan Jose Luis Sabatel talks about the club's return to the Spanish top flight. And in Ligue 1, Paul Pogba has left Monaco, but where next for the former Manchester United man? Time Codes: 05:00 - Ronaldinho's return 09:40 - Serie A Preview 27:55 - Barcelona Latest 36:00 - Malaga's La Liga return 44:20 - Paul Pogba 50:50 - Season Predictions

Euro Leagues takes you inside the stories, rivalries, personalities and drama shaping the game across the continent — and goes deeper than anyone else.

It's time to hand out the trophies as the FPL season comes to a close. Has Chris achieved the unthinkable? Has Ali found a way to defend his crown? Can Statman Dave secure the Sutton Death title for the pod? Comedian and jubilant Arsenal fan Luke Kempner joins the pod and a listener tries to buy his way into H2H Division One for next season. To get in touch - email fpl@bbc.co.uk or Voice notes on WhatsApp to 0800 028 9369.

With Clough and Taylor on the brink of a historic FPL treble, the pod are joined by his closest rival in H2H Division One Ewan Sturrock. Will Arsenal assets be rotated? Are Spurs and West Ham the way to go with survival on the line? Should managers using team leaks be removed from FPL? Sutton Death revolves around Pep Guardiola and a listener delivers his big findings from a little research. To get in touch - email fpl@bbc.co.uk or Voice notes on WhatsApp to 0800 028 9369. Premier League games on 5 Live and BBC Sounds this week: Sunday 24th May - 3pm - Tottenham v Everton Sunday 24th May - 3pm - West Ham v Leeds (Sports Extra) Sunday 24th May - 3pm - Crystal Palace v Arsenal (Sports Extra 2) Sunday 24th May - 3pm - Brighton v Manchester United (Sports Extra 3)

With just 2 gameweeks to go, the pod are joined by the current world number one in FPL, Erik Ibsen, as he looks to seal the title in his first ever season. Who's the best captaincy option in gameweek 37? When should Chris play his bench boost? Did producer Joe get Erik on in hopes to sabotage him? There's an FPL-themed Sutton Death and the pod reaches a new corner of the world. To get in touch - email fpl@bbc.co.uk or Voice notes on WhatsApp to 0800 028 9369. Premier League commentaries on 5 Live and BBC Sounds this weekend: Sunday 17th May - 3pm - Leeds v Brighton Sunday 17th May - 5:30pm - Newcastle v West Ham Tuesday 19th May - 7:30pm - Bournemouth v Manchester City Tuesday 19th May - 8:15pm - Chelsea v Tottenham (Sports Extra)

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are joined by host of Fantasy Football Hub, Jack Ukiah. Should we be getting Crystal Palace players for their tricky double? Is artificial intelligence or Dave intelligence better for our FPL teams? Who on the pod would suit bleach blonde hair? An all-timer wrong answer sees an early end to Sutton Death and Chris calls for more journalistic integrity on the pod. To get in touch - email fpl@bbc.co.uk or Voice notes on WhatsApp to 0800 028 9369. Premier League commentaries on 5 Live and BBC Sounds this weekend: Saturday 9th May - 3pm - Sunderland v Manchester United Saturday 9th May - 3pm - Fulham v Bournemouth (Sports Extra) Saturday 9th May - 5:30pm - Manchester City v Brentford Sunday 10th May - 2pm - Nottingham Forest v Newcastle Sunday 10th May - 2pm - Burnley v Aston Villa (Sports Extra) Sunday 10th May - 2pm - Crystal Palace v Everton (Sports Extra 2) Sunday 10th May - 4:30pm - West Ham v Arsenal

With just 4 gameweeks to go, Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave talk FPL strategy along with a very committed listener in Japan. Should you jump on the Gibbs-White bandwagon? Can we pick Chelsea players again? Who's the best Race Across the World partner for Chris? Dave struggles with a back problem and Ali rides his luck after enraging the listeners. To get in touch - email fpl@bbc.co.uk or Voice notes on WhatsApp to 0800 028 9369. Premier League commentaries on 5 Live and BBC Sounds this weekend: Saturday 2nd May - 3pm - Brentford v West Ham Saturday 2nd May - 3pm - Newcastle v Brighton (Sports Extra) Saturday 2nd May - 5:30pm - Arsenal v Fulham Sunday 3rd May - 2pm - Bournemouth v Crystal Palace (Sports Extra) Sunday 3rd May - 3:30pm - Manchester United v Liverpool Monday 4th May - 3pm - Chelsea v Nottingham Forest

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are joined by former England captain Steph Houghton to look ahead to blank Gameweek 34. It's getting tight at the top with Ali and Chris level on points, but on very different chip strategies, while Dave's recovering from a stag-do in Barcelona. Can you trust any Arsenal attackers to deliver? Should Salah be given another chance? Will Chris and Dave ever meet for a coffee? Ali and Steph go head-to-head on England captains in Sutton Death, and Chris pries into Dave's dating life. To get in touch - email fpl@bbc.co.uk or Voice notes on WhatsApp to 0800 028 9369. Premier League commentaries on 5 Live and BBC Sounds this weekend: Saturday 25th April - 3pm - Wolves v Tottenham Saturday 25th April - 3pm - West Ham v Everton (Sports Extra) Saturday 25th April - 5:30pm - Arsenal Newcastle

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back ahead of double gameweek 33 and are joined by former World snooker champion (and FPL obsessive) Neil Robertson. Which Manchester City assets should you go for? Can you trust Chelsea players? Can Ali play snooker without a stool? Sutton Death focuses on big-spending Chelsea and a listener admits to a FPL faux pas. To get in touch - email fpl@bbc.co.uk or Voice notes on WhatsApp to 0800 028 9369. Premier League commentaries on 5 Live and BBC Sounds this weekend: Saturday 18th April - 3pm - Leeds v Wolves Saturday 18th April - 3pm - Newcastle v Bournemouth (Sports Extra) Saturday 18th April - 5:30pm - Tottenham Hotspur v Brighton Sunday 19th April - 2pm - Everton v Liverpool Sunday 19th April - 2pm - Aston Villa v Sunderland (Sports Extra) Sunday 19th April - 2pm - Nottingham Forest v Burnley (Sports Extra 2) Sunday 19th April - 4:30pm - Manchester City v Arsenal

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are joined by golf correspondent Iain Carter ahead of the Masters in Augusta, which you'll be able to hear live across 5 Live, Sports Extra and BBC Sounds. Now we know who's doubling in Gameweek 33 and blanking in Gameweek 34, the pod discuss the best strategy to follow. Should you wildcard this week? Will Chris be able to follow Dave's explanations? Should Ali invest in a gnome from the Masters' gift shop? An imminent interview with Rory McIlroy leads to a short Sutton Death and Ali takes a scattergun approach when asked for tips to win the Masters. To get in touch - email fpl@bbc.co.uk or Voice notes on WhatsApp to 0800 028 9369. Premier League commentaries on 5 Live this weekend: Saturday 11th April - 3pm - Brentford v Everton Saturday 11th April - 3pm - Burnley v Brighton Saturday 11th April - 5:30pm - Liverpool v Fulham Sunday 12th April - 2pm - Sunderland v Spurs Sunday 12th April - 2pm - Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa (Sports Extra) Sunday 12th April - 2pm - Crystal Palace v Newcastle (Sports Extra 2) Sunday 12th April - 4:30pm - Chelsea v Manchester City

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are joined by 5 Live Tennis Correspondent Russell Fuller. Which chips should you use during the International break? Which Manchester City players should be in your squad? How should you prepare for the double gameweek? Sutton Death goes a bit wrong, and Alistair learns new slang. To get in touch - email fpl@bbc.co.uk or Voice notes on WhatsApp to 0800 028 9369.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are joined by Winter Olympic silver medalist Grant Hardie. How should you negotiate the Gameweek 31 blanks? Is Bruno Fernandes the only safe option as captain? Is there sledging in curling? One of Team GB's curling heroes Grant Hardie is involved in a dramatic finish in Sutton Death and a listener email brings up everyone's favourite topic - fiscal responsibility. To get in touch - email fpl@bbc.co.uk or Voice notes on WhatsApp to 0800 028 9369. Premier League commentaries on 5 Live this weekend: Saturday 21st March - 3pm - Fulham v Burnley Saturday 21st March - 5:30pm - Everton v Chelsea Sunday 22nd March - 2:15pm - Tottenham Hotspur v Nottingham Forest Sunday 22nd March - 2:15pm - Aston Villa v West Ham

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back to look ahead to Gameweek 30 alongside BBC commentator Chris Coles. Is it time to bring in Liverpool players? How should you prepare for Manchester City's blank? Who will Dave's Differential be? Chris Sutton takes on Chris Coles in a heated FA Cup-themed Sutton Death, and Ali debates bringing in Mo Salah. To get in touch - email fpl@bbc.co.uk or Voice notes on WhatsApp to 0800 028 9369. Premier League commentaries on 5 Live this weekend: Saturday 14th March - 3pm - Burnley v AFC Bournemouth (Sports Extra) Saturday 14th March - 3pm - Sunderland v Brighton & Hove Albion (Sports Extra 2) Saturday 14th March - 5:30pm - Arsenal v Everton Saturday 14th March - 5:30pm - Chelsea v Newcastle United Sunday 15th March - 2pm - Manchester United v Aston Villa Sunday 15th March - 2pm - Nottingham Forest v Fulham (Sports Extra) Sunday 15th March - 2pm - Crystal Palace v Leeds United (Sports Extra 2) Sunday 15th March - 4:30pm - Liverpool v Tottenham Hotspur

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are joined by FPL expert Gianni Buttice. What's going on at Aston Villa? When's the perfect time to play your chips? Is it cheating to use team-leaks in FPL? There's a Chelsea themed Sutton Death, and Dave launches a new feature.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are joined by The Athletic writer and podcaster Carl Anka. Are Manchester United players fun to use in FPL? Should Bournemouth feature in your team? How should Premier League players take their penalties? Chris Sutton reveals his pre-match warm up routine whilst Carl and Dave face-off in Sutton Death.

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave are back to discuss FPL alongside former Everton midfielder Leon Osman. Will Haaland play this gameweek? Is it time to turn to Brentford? What's the best atmosphere in world sport? Chris and Leon take on Championship Sutton Death and Chris considers a name change.