Ep 09: Techno in 030!
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Ep 09: Techno in 030!

When one thinks of the Netherlands, their mind doesn’t usually turn to Utrecht. Located on the Rhine, the city features a beautiful network of canals, rich architecture and bustling nightlife scene.
Its football club, FC Utrecht, is a relatively young club, having been formed in 1970 following a controversial merger between three existing city clubs. Under the unified banner, the club punches above its weight both on and off the field, not wanting to stand in the shadows of its most bitter rivals.
In this episode of Football Untold, Brian Rijsouw takes us into the world of Dutch football, rowdy matchdays and the Dutch underground techno scene. No matchday experience at FC Utrecht is complete without it!

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Ep 08: The Ukrainian Patriot
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Ep 08: The Ukrainian Patriot

In the midst of a war, football provides Ukranians an escape from reality. Despite difficulties, the domestic league is back underway and the national team is fighting for a spot at the 2026 World Cup.
For those with Ukranian ancestry abroad, unable to make any physical contribution on the front line, football provides a sense of solidarity with their homeland.
In this episode, we chat to Mikel Jaworskyj, Bradford born second generation Ukranian man who is going to great lengths to support the country of his heritage on the road around Europe.
Whilst for Mikel this may be a passion project, his efforts are having a much deeper effect on the Ukranian people as they search for hope.

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Ep 07: Two devils of the south
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Ep 07: Two devils of the south

Rich in its agricultural production, Calcio Foggia may be a lesser-known town that many other tourist hot spots in Puglia and Southern Italy generally. However, the city's football side has hit heights that very few clubs in Southern Italy have managed to do.
Join us as we speak to the aptly named Mario and Luigi as we take a deep dive into the world of Calcio Foggia, the club that took Italy and the world by storm in the early 90s under the Czech tactical wizard Zdenek Zemen.

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Ep 06: The Calcio Connection
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Ep 06: The Calcio Connection

How does a football team bring you closer to a relative you've never met, or a culture you've never physically encountered.
Join us as we chat with Will Vieri, as he talks to us about his connection to Italian football and culture from his native London.
The chaos and tension of the Euro 2020 final, visits to Italian stadia and Serie A nostalgia. All this and much more this week on Football Untold.

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Ep 05: The Giant Killer
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Ep 05: The Giant Killer

From the rolling hills of Somerset, Yeovil Town are, in footballing terms, England's giant killers having famously upset the most amount of higher-division teams. Join us and super fan Andy Bastone on Football Untold as we dive into the world of non-league football discussing everything from wine with Sir Alex Ferguson, the cupsets and the limbs in the stands.

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Ep 04: Maglia Sudata (Sweaty Shirt)
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Ep 04: Maglia Sudata (Sweaty Shirt)

In this episode, we speak with super fan Giorgio Rocci about Atalanta, discussing everything from the lows of the COVID-19 pandemic to the highs of European glory. We explore how they were able to gain prominence under the management and leadership of Gasperini and Percassi whilst staying true to their values of hard work and their never-die attitude - Maglia Sudata.

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Ep 03: Xolos and Tacos
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Ep 03: Xolos and Tacos

In this episode we sit down with Xolos Superfan Gustavo Gonzalez Hendrickson to talk about Club Tijuana. We delve into the colourful world of Mexican football through a bordertown club that brings fans from two countries together celebrating through food, community and passion. Gustavo breaks down the short history of the club, the recent successes and struggles and the complicated football landscape in Mexico.

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Ep 02: Verdiao (Big Green One)
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Ep 02: Verdiao (Big Green One)

In this episode we speak to Verdiao super fan Julio Castilho about Brazilian club Palmeiras. Palmeiras, a storied name in Brazilian football, rich in its Italian heritage, evokes a whirlwind of emotions for its fans. As put by Brazilian journalist, Joelmir Beting 'it is unnecessary to explain the emotion of supporting Palmeiras to its fans, and impossible to do it to the non-fans'. Julio provides insight on this illustrious club, which has become synonymous with resilience, triumph, and an unyielding spirit that resonates throughout Brazil and South America.

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Ep 01: We live by the river
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Ep 01: We live by the river

In this captivating first Football Untold episode, Chris Conti shares his passion for Fulham Football Club. Chris provides insight on his experiences attending matches in the 1950s and 1960s, reminiscing key players and figures who shaped both Fulham and English football, as well as the iconic Craven Cottage stadium, rich with history and where the fans live by the river.

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