
Braithwaite ahead of Griezmann, Wildcard Vidal, and Dominant Messi
06/15/20 • 49 min
On episode 198, Dan and Francesc debate who deserves a starting spot next to Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez - Antoine Griezmann or Martin Braithwaite. They talk about the role of Arturo Vidal, the messaging of Takefusa Kubo playing while Ansu Fati and other La Masia players warm the bench, and much more!
Running Order:
Can we be optimistic about Frenkie de Jong's performance?
Is Arturo Vidal the best option next to de Jong and Sergio Busquets?
Should Braithwaite start over Griezmann?
Is it a bad sign to see Kubo starring for Mallorca while Fati and the other La Masia youngsters warm the Barcelona bench?
Will Messi ever rest?
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On episode 198, Dan and Francesc debate who deserves a starting spot next to Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez - Antoine Griezmann or Martin Braithwaite. They talk about the role of Arturo Vidal, the messaging of Takefusa Kubo playing while Ansu Fati and other La Masia players warm the bench, and much more!
Running Order:
Can we be optimistic about Frenkie de Jong's performance?
Is Arturo Vidal the best option next to de Jong and Sergio Busquets?
Should Braithwaite start over Griezmann?
Is it a bad sign to see Kubo starring for Mallorca while Fati and the other La Masia youngsters warm the Barcelona bench?
Will Messi ever rest?
8CantWait: HERE
Resources and Ways to Help: HERE
Donate to Food 4 Frontline Houston: HERE
Fundraiser for New York Kicks Coronavirus: HERE
Listen on Apple Podcasts iOS App, Spotify and, if you want to support the show, head over to Patreon for more content!
Become a Patreon to support the show and check out our Quick Take Match Reviews – Thank you!
Access our exclusive, listeners-only Facebook Group here.
Follow us on Instagram!
Find us and watch exclusive content on YouTube!
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Previous Episode

How can Barcelona hold off Real Madrid to win La Liga? Sergi Roberto future and Mallorca Preview
On episode 197, Dan and Francesc discuss Barcelona's path to the La Liga trophy. They talk about the challenges that Real Madrid face, Barça's remaining schedule, players to watch out for on Mallorca, and much more!
Running Order:
What is most important to Barça's title chances?
How can Barcelona navigate their remaining schedule?
What stands in Real Madrid's way to the title?
Could Sergi Roberto leave the club before Nelson Semedo?
How will Mallorca try to best Barcelona?
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Next Episode

Jon Bakero Interview, Setién following in Valverde's footsteps, and Piqué comments
On episode 199, Dan and Francesc discuss Barcelona's issues against Sevilla and why it feels like Ernesto Valverde is still in charge. Then they welcome on Jon Bakero of Phoenix Rising FC to discuss his famous father, when he decided to become a professional himself, and much more!
Running Order:
Are Barcelona's problems something Quique Setién can fix?
Why should and shouldn't Riqui Puig be starting?
Is there truth to Gerard Piqué's comments about the league?
What was it like growing up the son of José Mari Bakero?
When did Jon decide to become a professional?
Does Jon believe that Barcelona's way of playing is the right way of playing?
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