While Neymar's inclusion stole the media headlines, the pair look at other players and whether they deserve to be there or not.

From key absences such as Joao Pedro to rising stars including Bournemouth's Rayan and Real Madrid's Endrick, Jess and Nathan go through the squad in detail.

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Nathan Joyes is joined by Rocco Dean, Ralph Hannah and Tom Robinson to discuss Uruguay, Paraguay and Argentina's hopes this summer.

World Cup qualifiers, key players and eyecatching fixtures. Dive in to our second part right now.

Missed part one? Get stuck into here, on Apple or watch on YouTube.

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Nathan Joyes is joined by David Arrowsmith, Diego Gomezjurado and Nathalia Tavares to discuss Colombia, Ecuador and Brazil.

How did they perform during the World Cup qualifiers? Who's in the dugout this summer? Who are their key players?

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The Brazilian season is a third of the way through already - the perfect time to unpack what's been going on.

Flamengo and Palmeiras battling it out for the title . Bahia and Athletico PR impress. Atletico Mineiro and Gremio don't. Plus a late charge for Cruzeiro.

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Back by popular demand, our favourite and most consumed episode returns.

Join Nathan Joyes and Tom Robinson who run through the Copa Libertadores 2026 providing their winners, shocks and players to watch throughout the campaign.

Will Flamengo and Palmeiras dominate again? Can Angel Di Maria rally Rosario? Who's the hidden gem in South America worth scouting this year?

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There were 23 red cards between Cruzeiro and Atletico Mineiro breaking a record spanning 72 years.

Sao Paulo's creator has been heavily linked with a move to either Brighton or Celtic.

Filipe Luis sacking reaction + Copa Libertadores Under 20 talent to watch from both Palmeiras and Flamengo.

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Nathan Joyes and Nathalia Tavares begin the podcast discussing the early rounds of the Brasileirão before exploring players that should be on the plane this summer.

From Bahia's Luciano Juba, Corinthians Breno Bidon and Bournemouth's Rayan Vitor, Carlo Ancelotti has plenty to consider ahead of the US World Cup.

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Nathan Joyes and Nathalia Tavares try to work out how the 2026 is going to unfold as well as provide insight and predictions along the way.

The duo will bring players to the stage to keep an eye on - both young and old - sprinkled throughout the episode.

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The duo reflect on Flamengo's 2025 success and if anyone can challenge them in 2026, before focusing on Santos' Souza and Aston Villa's latest recruit Alysson.

Nathalia offers up a young pair to watch in the Copinha - free to watch on YouTube - before diving into the chaos surrounding Botafogo and their transfer ban.

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Join Tom Robinson and Nathan Joyes to reflect on the Copa Sudamericana final between Lanus and Atletico Mineiro, discuss the tournament and eye-catching players, before analysing the final and putting forward their bold predictions.

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Nathan Joyes and Jessica Frota dive into the current top eight in the market and analyse their chances, whether European moves are on the table - and why age is only a number.

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South American football journalist Nathan Joyes is joined by fanalyst and football expert Kish Patel to analyse five Brazilians that your club should be taking a chance on.

From standout left-backs knocking on Carlo Ancelotti's door to a 17-year-old that looks ready to take European football by storm, this a must watch/listen.

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The pair preview: Racing vs Velez (1-0), Palmeiras vs River Plate (2-1), Sao Paulo vs LDU Quito (0-2) and Estudiantes vs Flamengo (1-2).

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Can Argentina cope without Lionel Messi? How impressive were Ecuador? Will Brazil deliver under Carlo Ancelotti? Are Bolivia on the brink of the 2026 World Cup?

All that and more on this particular episode.

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Nathan Joyes and Jessica Frota analyse the Brazilian league at the halfway stage and try to work out how the table will finish.

Flamengo and Palmeiras are challenging at the top, while Cruzeiro, Botafogo, Bahia and Sao Paulo are aiming for a Copa Libertadores spot next season.

The pair sign off the show with players to watch for the remainder of the season - from defenders to attackers - it's worth tuning in.

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Nathan Joyes and Jessica Frota discuss the three players mentioned, as well as Cruzeiro's Kaio Jorge who has lit up the league back in Brazil after an underwhelming spell in Italy.

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Palmeiras are without several key players ahead of their quarter-final clash with Chelsea in the Club World Cup - but how will Estevao perform against his new side?

Fluminense continue to impress thanks to Thiago Silva and Jhon Arias - but is that enough to squeeze into the semi-final against a side that just knocked out Man City?

All of those questions are answered on our bonus podcast.

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Is the gap shrinking between Brazil's best and European clubs? Who are the standout players from each team? And can any of the quartet go on and win the Club World Cup?

All the questions - and more - are answered within the special episode.

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Can anyone stop the Brazilians from winning yet again? Or can Argentina's quartet spring a surprise along the way?

The pair go through each round of 16 match, reflect on their group stage predictions and highlight key players that could could prove to be the difference this time round.

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The pair explain Boca Juniors' current situation on and off the pitch and why they are heading to the US out of form. Set to face Bayern Munich, Benfica and Auckland City, it could be a difficult couple of weeks for the Argentine club.

River Plate under Marcelo Gallardo have performed better - but is that down to 17-year-old wonderkid Franco Mastantuono? Tom Robinson dives into their key players, their new sensation and what they can realistically achieve at the Club World Cup.

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Can Botafogo, Flamengo, Fluminense or Palmeiras win the 2025 Club World Cup?

That's the question Nathan Joyes and Jessica Frota try to answer - as well as put forward their predictions, best players, one to watch and more.

With the likes of Chelsea, Man City, Real Madrid and Inter to compete with, Brazilian clubs might have their work cut out.

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Carlo Ancelotti is potentially on his way to manage the national team, while four managers have already lost their jobs after five rounds.

The experts discuss the future for Brazil's top division, golden boots contenders, Flamengo vs Palmeiras as well as new players to keep an eye on.

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Will Botafogo keep hold of their title? Can Filipe Luis' Flamengo or Abel Ferreira's Palmeiras get back on top? Or can either River Plate or Racing Club put Argentina back on the map?

Nathan and Tom analyse all eight groups - focusing on the teams they expect to go far - as well as provide their predictions for each two to qualify from the group as well as top goalscorer selections.

Who's going to win the 2025 Copa Libertadores? Listen to find out.

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First in the hot seat, Peter Pankovski provides his insight for both Uruguay and Argentina who will lock horns in Montevideo. The duo discuss Argentina's full-back issues as well as Darwin Nunez's big responsibility. Will Neymar's comeback benefit Brazil? Find out what Peter has to say.

Next up, Jessica Frota discusses the Brazilian squad in more depth. Will Neymar's return bring back their form? Who should have been included within the squad and more within part two.

And to finish: Joe Gould sits down with Nathan to discuss Bolivia, Chile, Peru and Venezuela and predict who will qualify for the play-off spot for the next World Cup.

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The duo chat through Kendry Paez's 2024 campaign and early move to Chelsea, before moving on to discuss a few standout players from the Under 20 South American Championships.

Up next: Real Madrid's Endrick and Betis' Vitor Roque - should the Brazilian pair have left their league so early?

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The duo first open up with a discussion around Neymar's return to his boyhood club Santos, before diving into new faces and "dodgy deals" in the Argentina Primera Division involving Foster Gillett.

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The pair also discuss Julio Soler's move from Lanus to Bournemouth, Flamengo's Lorran, Gremio's Gabriel Mec and Corinthains's Breno Bidon.

They finish off discussing the rise of the Brazilian football and why not as many players have moved to Europe as of yet.

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Nathan Joyes sits down with Jessica Frota once again to discuss the 2024 Brasileirão campaign. The duo discuss how Botafogo managed to win the title in almost 30 years, and why Palmeiras are in a transition period after winning nothing under Abel Ferreira.

From Fortaleza's unbeaten season at home, Internacional's incredible comeback and why Fluminense faltered, join the pair as they go through the key teams in this one hour special.

Want to know more about they key players? Both discuss their favourite players of 2024, and of course, future Chelsea player Estevao in his breakout year.

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Nathan Joyes and Peter Pankovski are joined by Joseph O'Sullivan - the Football Travel Man on Instagram - who travelled to all four semi-finals to help be our eyes and ears on the ground.

Will Botafogo clinch their first title or will Mineiro's poor run of form come to an end as Gabriel Milito looks to win his first title in Brazil.

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Nathan Joyes is joined by Argentine expert Albert Hilton to dive into Racing's route to the final, key players and how they can win the tournament.

Peter Pankovski explores Cruzeiro's star players alongside Nathan, the appointment of Fernando Diniz and why the Brazilians are the outright favourites.

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Next, the trio discuss the Brasileirão title race between Palmeiras and Botafogo, before diving into three players likely to be on the move next transfer window.

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What went wrong for Fluminense and Flamengo? Penarol's perfect visit to the Maracana, and why Botafogo could dominate South America for years to come.

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Kevin provides his thoughts on Bayer Leverkusen pair Piero Hincapie and Exequiel Palacios, before talking about Dortmund's deal to bring Yan Couto to Germany from Man City.

Next, it's all about Real Madrid's frontline and Endrick's fit, as well as opinions on Vinicius Jr and Rodrygo, before closing with a Saudi Pro League debate.

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Having lost four of their eight World Cup qualifiers, Tim Vickery talks through Brazil's problems and who is currently to blame - and what next for the Seleção.

The duo discuss Dorival Junior, Vinicius Junior, Estevao and more after their 1-0 defeat to Paraguay saw Brazil sit just one point above Bolivia.

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With Memphis Depay moving to Brazil, a former Bayern player joining OnlyFans, and petty penalties in Venezuela, there's so much to unravel in this week's new style podcast.

Find out about Bolivia's El Alto stadium move, back-to-back games for Chile's champions and the worst performing team in Colombia.

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On this special episode, Fran talks about his career and route to the Premier League via Houston and Penarol, before discussing the process of scouting in the continent, what to look out for and advice to inspiring scouts.

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A move to the Europe has been linked for quite some time, and the duo not only explain why that has been the case, but they also dive into the following:

- Andre's strengths and weaknesses

- Experience at Fluminense and Brazil's national team

- Fit at Wolves alongside Joao Gomes

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Brentford have snapped up one of Brazil's most exciting players for just £10m, and Nathan Joyes and Peter Pankovski explain why this is a deal to get excited about.

The duo discuss his first year in senior football, eye-catching qualities, standout stats and his fit at his new club.

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The highly-rated midfielder has joined the Championship club on a season long loan and the duo discuss:

- Zambrano's performances for LDU Quito

- The no.6s strengths and weaknesses

- The U20 World Cup

- Fit at Hull City

- The doping allegation

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In this bitesize episode, the duo talk about his beginnings at River Plate, move to Olimpia and Gimnasia, before taking Argentina by storm.

Will the Paraguayan be a good fit at Nottingham Forest? Find out more within the brand new episode.

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In our second part of our Copa Libertadores preview, Nathan Joyes and Peter Pankovski are re-joined by Nathalia Tavares as the trio put forward their predictions and thoughts for the following four matches:

Nacional vs Sao Paulo

Botafogo vs Palmeiras

Penarol vs The Strongest

Flamengo vs Bolivar

With Lucas Moura, Thiago Almada, Estevao and Lorran all set to be on show, this is an exciting side of the draw.

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San Lorenzo vs Atletico Mineiro

Gremio vs Fluminense

Talleres vs River Plate

Colo Colo vs Junior

Hear about Gustavo Nunes, Kaua Elias, Marcelo Gallardo's timely return as well as their predictions from the left hand side of the draw.

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The trio discuss Boca Juniors' Aaron Anselmino with his move to Chelsea imminent, Oscar Perea's transfer to Strasbourg, as well as Corinthians' Wesley who has been linked with plenty of European clubs.

The South American experts round off the podcast talking about Atlanta United's Thiago Almada and his move to Lyon via Botafogo.

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Discussing the "success" of the tournament, USA crashing out in the group stage, and looking ahead to the quarter-finals, the duo cover it all.

Quarter-Final Draw 🏆 Argentina vs Ecuador Canada vs Venezuela Colombia vs Panama Brazil vs Uruguay

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Internacional's Vitao has been linked with Premier League clubs Nottingham Forest and West Ham, Pedro Lima is on his way to France (with a potential route to Chelsea), while Rangers are looking to complete a move for Penarol's Damián García.

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The trio analyse key players, up-and-coming talents, their chances in a tricky group as well as looking ahead to the remaining World Cup qualifiers.

Find out about Venezuela's recent history and their turn around in form and why they are dark horses to go far in the tournament.

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The pair discuss Marcelo Bielsa's World Cup qualifying campaign, Darwin Nunez, chances at Copa America and everything in between.

Tune in to find out about the 2024 dark horses looking to beat Argentina and Brazil to the title.

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From up-and-coming goalkeepers, locating the next Murillo, defensive midfielders capable of European moves, and generational attackers, the pair bring plenty of talent to the table.

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The duo discuss the World Cup winners last 12 months, Lionel Scaloni and his comments, the Uruguay defeat and key players for the tournament.

Can Lionel Messi bow out in style for Argentina? Find out what both think will happen in the 2024 Copa America.

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Within this episode: Federico Redondo's move to Inter Miami, Recopa Sudamericana final between Fluminense and LDU Quito, key players to keep tabs on, Bragantino vs Botafogo, Always Ready, Nacional's new players and early Copa Libertadores predictions.

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From Botafogo's record breaking fee for Real Betis' Luiz Henrique, to Fulham's failed bid for Andre, the trio cover it all.

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Afterwards, Colovan walks through his career from Brazil Under 20s, playing in Spain, his play-off final goal, reaching the Football League but above all, his mental health.

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The trio also discuss South Americans on the move this window as Johnny Cardoso finds himself in La Liga, Lucas Perri moves to Lyon and Federico Redondo has a Bundesliga decision to make.

The team sign off reviewing Estevão's Copinha campaign and what 2024 holds for the future star.

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Oscar Zambrano, John Kennedy and Andre are also spoken about having been linked with a January move.

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