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There was drama again in the Nigerian Professional Football League as 'extra time' was given another kind of meaning in the game between Katsina United and Remo Stars. Then there's the exodus at Chelsea as another big name exits the Chelsea hierarchy. Is this the part where Chelsea fans start getting worried? Are these the side effects of the change of ownership at a football club?

The World Cup in November means teams are trying to get their business done as quickly as possible. As such, we have a 'strange' summer transfer window on our hands, with the elephant in the room getting even bigger!

With the FIFA World Cup set for November, the football calendar has been a bit strange. It has featured strange anomalies like an international break in June, an off-season version of the Ronaldo-Messi debate and strange quotes from Robert.

The Red Devils are on course to finish with their lowest-ever points tally in a Premier League season. And their shambolic display against Brighton will be one of those losses that won't be forgotten in a hurry. Some'd say, they travelled 4 nothing!

While men rested, the ladies of Europe put on a show. And it was one to remember! We also take a look at the rice-ing situation in Africa as the CAF WCQ Play-offs get underway

In this episode, Tunde Young joins us to discuss what's wrong at Chelsea and also talks about his best performing side in the AFCON tournament. He had more surprises in his kitty as he demystified the 'Original Ronaldo' headache.

Profligacy: reckless extravagance or wastefulness in the use of resources. By the way, are African referees using VAR the right way?

Welcome to Season II of the First X Minutes podcast. In the 50th episode of the year, I relive my experience at the Lekan Salami Stadium, while also countering the Pep-Guardiola-spent-money arguments making the waves. Reach out to us on Twitter @OneForTheGoals

Lionel Messi was given his 7th Balon d'Or award at the Chatelet Theatre in Paris on the 29th of November, 2021. While that number is weapon enough in the Arsenal for those who engage in the GOAT debate, what about these awards? Have they become aesthetics, rather than a true reflection of what's happening on the pitch? Celebrate our 200th episode with us by subscribing wherever you get your podcast episode while also leaving us a comment/review.

From cancelled goals at the Camp Nou, to the goal-line clearances at the Etihad and Stamford Bridge, Round 5 of the UEFA Champions League group stage games was one to remember. And ehile the boys are being separated from the men, a huge winner-takes-all scramble looms ahead in the final round of games. Follow us on Twitter @OneForTheGoals

Ole's no more at the wheels. What next now for Man. Utd, especially with almost evwry jobless manager being linked to the job? And what's going on in the Serie A? Why are so many goals being scored? Follow us on Twitter @OneForTheGoals

In this episode of the podcast, Deborah joins us to talk about her journey as a football player thus far. She also weighs in on some of the challenges she faces as she continues to chase her dreams of becoming a professional footballer. There was time enough to talk about a record-breaker and also make a few comparisons. Follow us on Twitter @OmeForTheGoals

#OleOut is not going anywhere soon, unlike the goalless draw at Marseille. However, absolving the Manchester United players of any wrong in that dismantling at Old Trafford is to be one-sided. Follow us on Twitter @OneForTheGoals

Club football definitely returned with a BIG BANG. There was no time for theories as the practicality dawned on fans per game, over the weekend. Barcelona's win over Valencia was probably the most-surprising result, after the King Power Massacre, of course. Follow us on Twitter @OneForTheGoals

Featuring three Brasil Serie A sides and one from Ecuador, the Copa Libertadores semi-final featured two games lf contrasting nature. While one was cagey, the other was filled with goals and red cards. But none was a quiet game. Follow us on Twitter @OneForTheGoals

How much time is enough time for a player to develop? How much time is enough to give to a player that's past his prime? How much time is enough time to settle into a team? Follow us on Twitter @OneForTheGoals

Cristiano Ronaldo, Erling Haaland, Romelu Lukaku and Robert Lewandowski have been firing on all cylinders in their last two games. And it seems they're here to stay, at least till the year ends. Follow us on Twitter @OneForTheGoals

Club football takes a backseat as international football gets underway. While we enjoy the race for Qatar 2022, we review the little club football action that we've enjoyed so far. Follow us on Twitter @OneForTheGoals

As a new Serie A season kicks in, Adeyemi Adesanya joins us to preview what's to come. We touch on the not-so-new managers, players to look out for and how the league can improve on its latest achievements. Follow us on Twitter @OneForTheGoals Time Stamp 00:00 - 05:35 - Introduction 05:35 - 13:20 - Italian Football in the 90's and Now: What Has Changed? 13:20 - 16:10 - Analyzing the 2020/2021 Italian Serie A Season 16:10 - 20:55 - Summer Transfer Window: Biggest Winners and Losers 20:55 - 28:00 - What to Expect from the Managerial Merry-Go-Round Season 28:00 - 31:05 - Simy Nwankwo: A Nigerian Star Holding His Own 31:05 - 37:00 - The Biggest Names to Watch Out For This Season 37:00 - 40:30 - Will Torino Survive? 40:30 - 44:55 - Why Atalanta Will Win the Serie A Title This Season 44:55 - 49:00 - Italian Teams That Will Go the Furthest in the UCL and UEL 49:00 - End - Which Team Should I Support in the Serie A

In this episode of the podcast, Chioma aka Neymar and Angela, aka Messi, join us to preview the Premier League season. The also chip in on happenings in Barcelona and which teams they expect to come out on top in the Italian Serie A. Follow @OneForTheGoals for more podcast content. Time Stamp 00:00 - 05:00 - Introduction 05:00 - 14:55 - Being Real vs. Being Positive: Can Man. Utd Go One Step Further This Season? Can Ole Do it? 14:55 - 17:00 - The Naming Ceremony 17:00 - 21:30 - The Biggest Winners and Losers of the Transfer Window 21:30 - 26:30 -  My Top Four for the Season 26:30 - 30:00 - Can Burnley and Brighton Escape Again? 30:00 - 33:00 - Spare a Thought for a Struggling Side 33:00 - 40:00 - Can Everybody Shine in PSG? Will Messi's Absense Affect Barcelona? 40:00 - 51:45 - PL Top Scorers and the Italian Serie A 51:45 - 55:30 Team to Go the Furthest in the UEFA Champions League