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We have another big episode and this time, we are joined by the manager of Kerala Blasters, Kibu Vicuña.Some Points from the Podcast :1. Journey into football and beginnings - (1:08)2. Experience at Osasuna - (3:50)3. On his relationship with Julen Lopetegui - (9:50)4. Transition from Europe to India - the experience & on Indian Football - (11:47)5.  On his challenge at Kerala Blasters - (17:10)People Involved:Hosts - RithwikGuest - Kibu VicuñaProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Key Discussion Points :1. El Clasico Review: Barcelona vs Real Madrid - Tactical Aspects (3:10)2. The Busquets conundrum for Koeman (8:39)3. Coutinho & Fati (14:20)4. Ramos penalty incident & VAR (17:35)5. Revierderby Review: Borussia Dortmund vs Schalke 04 - Summing up the game (30:20)6. Erling Braut Haaland - What a player! (32:55)7. Are Dortmund better with Julian Brandt & without Marco Reus? (38:15)People Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A very special episode with a very special person, the panel is joined by the legend John Helm. Join them as they discuss football commentary with a focus on John's career, some World Cup moments and more.Some Points from the Podcast :1. Career kickstart - early days (1:35)2. On the greatest team he watched (10:35)3. On Scotland national team of the 1980s (15:55)4. On Partiality while commentating (18:39)5. How did the research for games happen in the pre-internet era? (21:45)6. On the Valley Park disaster in 1985 (24:53)7. Commentating on domestic & international football (28:02)8. On why he still prefers the old European Cup format over the Champions League one (30:27)9. On calling for Uruguay vs Ghana, Iniesta's goal in the 2010 World Cup final & Brazil's demolition in 2014 World Cup (34:30)10. Has the World Cup lost some spark - format change? (45:04)11. Indian Super League and Indian Football (53:18)12. John's take on VAR (1:02:10)13. Favourite part of being a commentator (1:13:39)14. Advice to aspiring broadcasters and commentators (1:18:20)People Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisGuest - John Helm, legendary football commentatorProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are joined by a special guest for this Boca Juniors special episode - An author, a wonderful football writer, Stephen Brandt who had his book on Boca Juniors published lately. Buy the book on Amazon here.Some Points from the Podcast :1. Motivation behind writing a book - Why on Boca? (1:30)2. On some of the great Boca players, Boca's influence on the Albiceleste/Argentina National Team (3:25)3. On Maradona - His transfer (11:56)4. On ownership, Oscar Tabarez's spell (16:50)5. On Carlos Bianchi's success, Intercontinental Cup triumphs (23:25)6. La Bombonera & more (26:00)People Involved:Host - RithwikGuest - Stephen BrandtProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Key Discussion Points :1. Liverpool's embarrassing defeat at Villa (7-2) - Review2. Spurs and Mourinho rampant at Old Trafford3. What is wrong at Manchester United - On the field?4. The feisty Lazio-Inter match reviewPeople Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Key Discussion Points :1. Man City's loss & their performance - Tactical elements included2. Man City's poor defensive recruitment3. Controversy surrounding the handball rule in PL4. A few words on Bayern's 4-1 loss vs HoffenheimPeople Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, Chris and Rithwik discuss the transfer window performances of the two Merseyside giants, Liverpool & Everton.Key Discussion Points :1. Everton's transfer window - The James deal & Allan deal2. Performances of their signings in the first 2 games - Doucoure's added impact3. Thiago & Liverpool signing an already established world-class player4. Diogo Jota move & the gist behind itPeople Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we spoke to Karan Tejwani, a writer and to-be journalist on the involvement of Red Bull in football. The evolution of Red Bull clubs and more.  Key Discussion Points :1. Red Bull Clubs - Leipzig, Salzburg, New York 2. Ralf Rangnick & his influence 3. Future Expectations from Red Bull & their clubs 4. Best young talents to watch out for from Red Bull clubs 5. On Karan's upcoming book "Wings of Change" which is one Red Bull clubsPeople Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisGuest - Karan Tejwani (@karan_tejwani26)Producer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we spoke to Ronan Murphy, a football journalist at Goal and a Bundesliga expert. We preview the upcoming Bundesliga season, talk transfers and more.Key Discussion Points :1. Bundesliga preview - Bayern, Top 4, Relegation & Surprise packages2. On Sancho, Thiago & Alaba3. Extra transfer talk/rumours4. A few words on the Republic of Ireland & Germany - National TeamsPeople Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisGuest - Ronan Murphy (@swearimnotpaul)Producer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we spoke to Michael who is known famously on Twitter by his username, CholoColcho. We preview the upcoming La Liga season.Key Discussion Points :1. Can Real Madrid keep up the same despite lack of big additions?2. Barcelona and could there be any hope of a title charge?3. Top 4 candidates and potential dark horses.4. Relegation and other surprises.People Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisGuest - Michael (@CholoColcho)Producer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, the panel previews the upcoming Premier League season by going through the fixtures for gameweek 1. This is part-2 of a two-part PL preview series.Key Discussion Points :1. Wolves & Sheffield United2. Brighton & Chelsea3. Burnley & Aston Villa4. Manchester City and Manchester UnitedPeople Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, the panel previews the upcoming Premier League season by going through the fixtures for gameweek 1. This is part-1 of a two-part PL preview series.Key Discussion Points :1. Fulham & Arsenal2. Crystal Palace & Southampton3. Newcastle United & West Ham United4. Liverpool & Leeds United5. Leicester & West Brom6. Tottenham & EvertonPeople Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this Patron special episode, the hosts Rithwik and Chris discuss the questions sent by our Patrons.Key Discussion Points :1. Chelsea's transfer window so far2. The VAR & its story in England so far3. Which PL team will overachieve the most next season?4. Should the single-legged format be kept in the Champions League?5. The best team to ever win a Champions League6. The situation at Barca and La Masia People Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, the hosts Rithwik and Chris analyse and review the Europa League and Champions League final.Key Discussion Points :1. Europa League Final Review2. Champions League Final ReviewPeople Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, the hosts Rithwik and Chris preview the Champions League final with a tactical edge to the discussion.Key Discussion Points :1. PSG vs Leipzig - Tactical Battle2. Lyon vs Bayern Munich - Tactical Battle3. How both teams might approach each other in the final?4. Patron Questions - Mbappe, Kimmich, Team changes etc.People Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, the hosts Rithwik and Chris discuss everything Champions League.Key Discussion Points :1. Barcelona-Bayern: What went wrong for Barca overall?2. Lyon vs Manchester City: Guardiola's fault?3. Atalanta vs PSG & Leipzig vs Atletico: Simeone's lineup mistakes, Nagelsmann's tactical approach, Neymar, Tuchel4. Semi-Final Predictions and picksPeople Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we host Nima Tavalley Roodsari who is a football journalist and a Serie A guru. Nima is an Inter fan and also the founder of the famous Sempre Inter.Key Discussion Points :1. Serie A season summary2. Inter's current situation and Conte3. Inter in the 21st century - Golden era, Treble, Struggle and morePeople Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisGuest - Nima Tavalley Roodsari (Football Journalist & Founder - Sempre Inter)Producer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we host Kara Head, the twitter admin of the highly interactive Bayer Leverkusen English Twitter account.Key Discussion Points :1. Bundesliga Season2. Social Media Manager, her job etc.3. Women's FootballPeople Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisGuest - Kara Head (Bayer Leverkusen's Twitter admin)Producer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we spoke to Michael who is known famously on Twitter by his username, CholoColcho. We talk to Michael on Madrid, Barca etc.Key Discussion Points :1. Real Madrid's season2. Barcelona and the mess down there3. Burgos' departure from Atletico4. Comedy circus at Valencia and morePeople Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & ChrisGuest - Michael (@CholoColcho)Producer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we spoke to Eelco Schattorie, a football coach. We talked on Dutch Football mainly.Key Discussion Points :1. On Dutch Football and Johan Cruyff2. Total Football and Rinus Michels3. Breaking down teams like Liverpool, Man City.4. On Marcelo Bielsa and more.People Involved:Hosts - Rithwik & EshanGuest - Eelco SchattorieProducer - BensonFollow us:Twitter - @TheNutmegAssistInstagram - @thenutmegassistWebsite - www.nutmegassist.comPatreon - TheNutmegAssist (Benefits - Send questions to special guests, get digital posters, get offers for football kits & more) Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.