The Barcelona Podcast

On episode 868, did a 6-1 win give us more questions than answers? Barça put six past Alaves with de Jong and a debuting Brian Fariñas in defense. What can Flick take with him against Aston Villa?

On episode 867, Dan and Domagoj give their thoughts on the Ballon d'Or outcome before diving back into the issues Barcelona had in El Clásico. They focus on Barça's press and how Mourinho figured out how to get through it, plus the problems at the back and possible solutions.

On episode 866, Barcelona failed to learn the lessons of PSG and fell to their eternal rivals Real Madrid 2-1. How did Mourinho and Madrid win the tactical battle against Hansi Flick in another intense edition of El Clásico?

On episode 865, as Real Madrid and Barcelona prepare for El Clásico, Dan and Diego team up to break down the on-field match-ups and off-field controversy. They talk about the news surrounding Javier Tebas and the ongoing Negreira case. Finally, they tackle line-up and score predictions ahead of the huge La Liga clash.

On episode 864, with Rodri missing from the starting XI, Barça were second best against PSG. The home team taught the Catalans a few lessons about the standard of Champions League winners despite goals from Xavi Espart and Lamine Yamal.

On episode 863, Hansi Flick has some choices to make against PSG if Gerard Martín can't start. Will it be Rodri at CB? The youngster Álex Campos? A shocking return to action for Frenkie de Jong?

On episode 862, Lamine Yamal's form is otherworldly at the moment, and a few mistakes from the Catalans didn't stop Barcelona from making history on the road against Real Betis. Seven total goals, a red card, and plenty of VAR were just some of the highlights of a wild La Liga battle.

On episode 861, after a first half that saw the home side go up 1-0 and almost 2-0, Barça found their mojo in the second half and Lamine Yamal put on a show. Four goals later and the Catalans continue their historic start.

On a special collaboration with The Galatasaray Show, Dan and James Warden preview the Champions League match between Barcelona and Galatasaray. They talk about Victor Osimhen (and why he's still in Türkiye) and the ways that the Turkish team could give Barça some trouble.

On episode 860, without Raphinha and coming back from an extended international break, Barcelona didn't waste any time jumping all over Getafe. Anthony Gordon got his first and Jules Kounde made some history for French players in Catalonia.

On episode 859, Dan is joined by Diego (Dspot) and Levon (Barsalev) to draft the best 15 goals in Barcelona's history. They go through the decades, pick some legends, and see who comes out best. Who won the draft?

On episode 858, Manchester City has been found guilty of over 100+ charges, and while no sanctions have come down yet, Barcelona and other clubs must be circling. Which player would you try to sign if Barcelona could?

On episode 857, Dan and Domagoj do a deep dive on Barcelona's defense. They talk through the press, high line, and the issues that the defense could keep having. Then they compare Barça and its centre-back group to other Champions League favorites.

On episode 856, the attention has rightly been on Barcelona's attack to start the season, but is the defense still missing something? The lack of a left-footed centre-back signing in the summer was a point of frustration for Culers, but just like other positions, is the answer inside the club?

On episode 855, Barcelona faced their most challenging match of the season so far, and still came out with a 3-1 win. Raphinha made some hat-trick history while Rodri diagnosed how Sevilla gave them a fight.

On episode 854, Racing Santander were the latest victim to Barcelona's sensational start to the season. Two more worrying signs at the back were the lowlights on a rainy night full of highlights, with Raphinha and his hat-trick signing brightest. Or maybe it was Cancelo's opener. Or the Adeyemi and Lamine Yamal seventh.

On episode 853, Barcelona put four past Levante, with two from Lamine Yamal, a first senior team goal for Xavi Espart, and a fun solo effort from Karim Adeyemi, but all that scoring might have been papered over some concerning defensive trends.

On episode 852, Dan and Domagoj do a deep dive on Raphinha's role playing as Barcelona's No. 9 this season. They break down what's made him so dangerous in the middle, how he is redefining his legacy, and what challenges are coming soon for Flick's system.

On episode 851, Barcelona began the Champions League campaign the same way they did La Liga, by scoring way more than the opposition. Hansi Flick's men cruised to a 5-1 home victory with Raphinha's brace, Adeyemi's rocket, and Lamine Yamal's free kick. Plus, a nice cameo for Gabriel Jesus.

On episode 850, Hansi Flick and his squad saw their first proper low block of the season against Valencia and it didn't stop La Liga's leaders. Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Pedri and Fermín López all scored in the 5-0 decimation of Valencia.

On episode 849, the summer transfer window is officially closed, and the dust has settled on all of Barcelona's deals. Deco managed to bring in some big names, offload major money, and move around pieces around the edges. It's time to grade each and every move of the transfer window.

On episode 848, Dan is joined by Elliot Smith of ArsenalVision Podcast to discuss the signing of Gabriel Jesus. They discuss his long and storied injury history, his tactical fit with Hansi Flick's Barcelona, the contract numbers, and much more!

On episode 847, Raphinha and Lamine Yamal both make history with two goals each in a 5-2 win over Rayo Vallecano. For Lamine Yamal, he becomes the youngest player to 50 goals in the top five leagues, while Raphinha's hot start puts him in rare company. Plus, Gabriel Jesus is a Barcelona player, Messi is retiring from Argentina, and Deco continues to explore the market for opportunites.

On episode 846, Rodri makes his Barcelona debut and Hansi Flick's men grab their second clean sheet in a 2-0 win over Athletic Club. Joan García is a sweeper keeper, Pedri looked like himself again, and Xavi Espart continues his rise. Plus, the Champions League draw, mystery centre-back, and more!

On episode 845, Dan and Levon discuss all the latest transfer news surrounding the club, including Dominik Livakovic, Alejandro Balde, Jules Kounde, and Julian Alvarez. They talk through the leverage clubs have and give up, the pickle that Atletico Madrid find themselves in, and the way that Xavi Espart's breakout could affect Barça's depth this season.

On episode 844, Raphinha and Fermín both hit braces, Anthony Gordon debuted with two assists, Adeyemi scored on his debut, and Xavi Espart showed quite a bit of promise. There wasn't much bad to say about the 5-0 Elche win, but questions do linger about Balde's future and Gavi's latest injury.

On episode 843, Dan is joined by Jordan Thomas of La Liga & Beyond for a huge La Liga season preview. They talk title contenders, European spot contenders, big league transfers, relegation predictions, and much more!

On episode 842, Hansi Flick's squad for the 2026/27 season took home the Joan Gamper Trophy after being presented to the Camp Nou. The 2-1 win over Al Ahly gave us some more to think about, especially about Hamza Abdelkarim's readiness and Jules Koundé's position going forward.

On episode 841, Rodri is officially a Barcelona player. Meanwhile, Hansi Flick's men were back in preseason action in a 5-2 win over Basel. Xavi Espart and Raphinha showed success in different positions, Jesse Bisiwu got a brace, and much more!

On episode 840, it's time to talk about the truth that Barcelona is running out of time in the transfer window. Between Julián Álvarez, Rodri, João Cancelo, and a mystery centre-back, Deco seems to have a lot to do in a few short weeks. So should he be looking at alternatives instead?

On episode 839, Dan and Domagoj discuss how Hansi Flick will likely utilize Rodri. They talk through the different midfield options and how minutes could be distributed, plus Ronald Araujo's move to Liverpool, Brian Fariñas to the first team, and much more!

On episode 838, An unusual preseason tournament saw Barcelona take on Nottingham Forest for 45 minutes and Udinese for 45 minutes. Even with the unorthodox experience, Hansi Flick used 21 players to get a longer look at players like Brian Fariñas, Xavi Espart, and Ebrima Tunkara. It was also the preseason debuts of Raphinha and Fermín López.

On episode 837, the preseason has been a chance for Hansi Flick to take a longer look at some youngsters. Not all of them will get the chance with the first team this season, but La Masia doesn't stop producing talent ready for the bright lights.

On episode 836, Domagoj is back to discuss Barcelona's future with or without Ferran Torres. Dan and Dom talk through the different options in Dom's Tactics Lab, plus the ripple effect of no true striker throughout the squad. They finish up with a breakdown of the different youngsters fighting for spots in preseason.

On episode 835, without many first team regulars, the teenagers (plus veterans with something to prove) battled Birmingham City to a 2-2 draw that ended with penalties. Ebrima Tunkara showed his stuff and Hamza Abdelkarim got a brace, but what other questions did Hansi Flick answer in the preseason friendly?

On episode 834, Barcelona's preseason is underway and it's time to ask 5 big questions for Hansi Flick and Deco. There are questions across the first team, from Frenkie de Jong's injury to the hole up top, plus which youngsters could impress on the preseason tour. Paging Ebrima Tunkara.

On episode 833, Dan welcomes Ben McFadyean of the Borussia Dortmund Fan Club London podcast to discuss the signing of Karim Adeyemi. They talk about his strengths and weaknesses and whether or not it's a good deal for Barcelona. Then the attention turns to the newest teenage signing, Jesse Bisiwu.

On episode 832, Spain didn't just beat Argentina - they left no doubt that they were the deserving World Cup Champions. Messi barely saw the ball, Ferran Torres had his moment, and a bunch of Barcelona players changed their legacies forever.

On episode 831, Dan welcomes back Francesc Tomas to talk about how Spain got past France to make the World Cup Final. They go through the rest of the Top 5 with Ferran Torres transfer rumors, Frenkie de Jong's latest injury, and much more!

On episode 830, Barcelona surprise Culers with the signing of Karim Adeyemi. Adeyemi is making the move from Borussia Dortmund, which could lead to a domino effect of exits for Hansi Flick. Plus, Spain beat Belgium despite a rough showing from Pau Cubarsi.

On episode 829, in the Top 5 News of the Week, Ferran Torres, Pau Cubarsi, and Spain knock Portugal out of the World Cup. Plus, Anthony Gordon silencing critics, a new fitness coach, transfer rumors, and new youth signings.

On episode 828, it's a countdown of the top 10 South American players in FC Barcelona. From Messi to Rivaldo and Ronaldinho to Dani Alves, it's time to talk about the best of the best. Then a country by country breakdown of South America's impact on FC Barcelona.

On episode 827, after a few surprises in the group stage, the Round of 32 at the World Cup will certainly see some dark horses fall. Some giants could cruise, but more likely favorites will be pushed to their limits and not all will survive. Meanwhile, young players are showing out and the stars showed up to play.

On episode 826, the Julián Alvarez saga continues and Barça Atlétic are bringing in an exciting young Ecuadorian Josué Caicedo. Jorge Salinas and Racing Santander may play ball, Alexia Putellas chooses her new home, and Deco does some business in the first team.

On episode 825, some big news at the World Cup with Lamine Yamal scoring his first World Cup goal and Lionel Messi becoming the all-time leading scorer at the competition. Meanwhile, Raphinha is out again through injury and another Hamza Abdelkarim appearance for Egypt is something to think about.

On episode 824, Dan and Diego discuss the overreacting comparisons between Anthony Gordon and Marcus Rashford, plus the role that Raphinha plays in it all. They also talk about Julian Alvarez, Diego Kochen, Real Madrid's big signings, Messi's World Cup hat-trick, and much more!

On episode 823, the biggest upset of the World Cup so far was Cape Verde's historic draw against Spain. Meanwhile, some surprises are playing like contenders in Morocco and the United States, while Germany gave a good reminder why they shouldn't be slept on.

On episode 822, after the preview, it's time for the World Cup Predictions. Spain, France, Japan, Argentina, so many choices. Who do you have winning it all?

On episode 821, Dan dives head first into the World Cup Preview. He chooses players for Barcelona fans to watch on all 48 teams coming to the tournament. Some reasons are old connections, transfer links, or personal connections to fill in the gaps.

On episode 820, it's time for another La Masia update! Dan and ArsenKveFCB discuss the breakout youngsters from the second half of the season and pick their candidates to do preseason with the first team. They go over the injuries to Barça Atlétic, the U-19 players to watch, and much more!