It's always a feisty affair when Olympique Lyonnais lock horns with Olympique de Marseille. A red card and late drama made this Choc des Olympiques one not to miss. But with OL getting the better of OM, what does it mean for their respective seasons?

Andy is joined by Jonathan Johnson to react to all the drama at the Groupama Stadium on Sunday night.

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Another day, another goalkeeper that Manchester United want to sign. After David De Gea, it was André Onana, then Altay Bayındır but not for long it seems. Senne Lammens could be on his way to Old Trafford - will he destroy the poison chalice or fall victim to the curse of his predecessors?

Dotun, Andy and JJ discuss that - plus - how have both major Scottish teams failed so miserably in Europe before even qualifying? Could we see a more competitive Eredivisie this season? And how did Robert De Zerbi rally Marseille against Paris FC following their dressing room dust-up?

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After a melee at Marseille on the opening weekend of the season, we've followed it up with a disagreement at Dortmund! Mark Bellingham (father of Jobe and Jude) got in a spat with BVB Sporting Director Sebastian Kehl. And things weren't much better on the pitch, so where do Dortmund go from here?

Dotun, Andy & JJ are here to explain all of that. Plus, PSG have started with two wins on the board, but their performances have looked far from convincing. With the rest of Ligue 1 smelling blood, how can Luis Enrique get the Parisians back on track? And while Atlético Madrid have spent big this summer, they've picked up just one point in their first two games. What's going wrong and how do they get back to winning ways?

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In a typical domino effect, Gianluigi Donnarumma's trouble at PSG has caught the eyes of Pep Guardiola and Manchester City. Consequently, Ederson is looking to Turkey for further employment, but should he fight for his place, or avail himself to guaranteed first team football abroad?

Dotun, Andy and Nicky debate that - plus - can Ademola Lookman keep his foot in the door at Atalanta after Inter Milan pulled the plug on his transfer? Will Club Brugge shake up the Champions League after a confident performance away at Rangers? And what league will be the most competitive this season? 

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Marseille are rarely a side that hides from the headlines, but did anybody really expect a bust up on match-day one? Well, perhaps we did. Jonny Rowe and Adrien Rabiot bashed heads - and now both players are suspended and already on the transfer list.

Dotun, Andy & Nicky Bandini break down the ramifications of that explosive opening day. Plus, Serie A kicks off this weekend, so where do Italy's runners and riders sit? And as Andy jets back in from watching the German Super Cup at the weekend, where do Bayern stand in the race for the Bundesliga? Are they really the clear front-runners?

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As we stare down the barrel of a brand new season, Dotun, Andy and Lars are back to answer some of your continental queries! Newcastle are finally active with the signing of AC Milan's Malick Thiaw, but is this a win-win for both clubs? Or are Newcastle still licking their wounds from some troubled times in the transfer market?

The guys debate that - plus - can Porto stand up to the behemoths of Sporting and Benfica after a crucial summer of signings? How will 'hidden gem' Evann Guessand perform at Aston Villa? And why is the nation of Scotland such a hotspot for Italian teams to pick up young prospects?

Also, we tempt Lars away from the fjord as he can't help but recommend a blockbuster Ligue 1 clash for his game of the week!

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Put yourselves in the shoes of the best team in Europe last season. What would you do if you had Europe's best goalkeeper on the books? Throw him out with the bathwater of course! Well that's just what Luis Enrique and Paris Saint-Germain have done with Gianluigi Donnarumma, but he's not leaving that bath without making a splash!

Dotun, Andy & Lars Sivertsen give their thoughts on the decision. Plus, pack your suitcase everybody. We're heading to Miami! The Spanish FA have approved the decision to play Villarreal vs Barcelona across the pond, but what does it mean for the direction of travel in modern football?

And the Champions League is back! Well, the qualifying rounds... but there's plenty of excitement to dissect! Grab all the food you need. We're going on a European tour.

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Few English coaches have a more fascinating CV than today's guest: from the EFL, to remote corners of Sweden, to the Georgia national team, David Webb has done it all. Today, Andy and Lars sit down with a fascinating personality who was at the heart of THE story of last summer's Euros.

David explains his one-of-a-kind coaching journey, what it's like working with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia up close, and how he helped the squad manage the excitement of last summer's tournament run.

And stay tuned for David's insight about some very unusual unique methods used at Graham Potter's old club, Östersunds!

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Benjamin Šeško has chosen Old Trafford over St. James' Park, but how will the Slovenian fit into the Premier League, if at all? An impressive 27-goal season with RB Leipzig meant a hefty €76.5 million bid was enough to fire up the jet, but are Manchester United just trying to sign their own Erling Haaland?

Dotun, Lars and David debate that – plus, should Bayern Munich be more active in the transfer market given their copious injury count? Will Timothy Weah rediscover his form with another foray into Ligue 1? And what undiscovered striker gems should we be looking out for this summer?

Also, Lars returns to the Fjord as he recommends another Scandinavian showdown for his game of the week!

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It's not like Real Madrid and Barcelona to be shy when it comes to spending a pound note, or a Euro across the continent, but after conducting some early business, all seems to have gone quiet in Spain's two big cities. So where do the El Clásico clubs stand when it comes to this season's La Liga title race? And what might Atlético Madrid have to say about being left out of the conversation?

Dotun, David Cartlidge and Lars Sivertsen debate that. Plus, Milan have brought in a huge amount of money in transfer revenue, but when are they going to spend it?

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Spain is a deeply political country and its footballing culture has grown in tandem with the social evolution across the nation.

Portuguese journalist Miguel Pereira, who has spent 20 years living in Spain soaking up its variety of cultures, joins Andy to discuss the history of politics in Spanish football and the modern issues it still needs to navigate.

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With João Felix leaving for Saudi Arabia, how has his career since leaving Benfica promised so much but delivered so little? Has it been a club issue or a player issue?

Dotun, Lars and JJ debate that – plus, could Paris FC be about to surprise Ligue 1 and their city rivals after some promising signings? What does the future hold for Randal Kolo Muani? And what's the real reason why Bodø Glimt's keep hold of so many of their players?

Also, Lars has a message for everyone ahead of next week's Scandinavian derby: find yourself a turbot!

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Granit Xhaka was “too important to lose,” said Erik ten Hag. Just days later the Swiss midfielder has swapped the Rhine for the Wear and jumped ship to Sunderland. A new midfield maestro for the Mackems, but where does this leave Ten Hag heading into a season where four of their stars have fled the Dutchman's rule?

Dotun, Lars Sivertsen & Jonathan Johnson give their thoughts on that. Plus, with French football’s finances still in limbo, could a new in-house Ligue 1 broadcast model be the lifeline the league desperately needs?

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Marcus Rashford is a Barça man! Dotun, Andy and Nicky discuss what it means for club and player. And how much are they saving for Rashford's (loan) move compared to Nico Williams' signature?

After several high profile departures from Germany this summer, is it a Bundesliga problem or a Bayer Leverkusen problem? Could Roma be the perfect way for Evan Ferguson to get his career back on track? And are Real Madrid making a huge mistake if they let go of Rodrygo?

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Just one day into pre-season training for RB Leipzig, and who might rock up on the sidelines? One Jürgen Klopp of course. But what exactly will, should and can he do to get Die Roten Bullen back on track?

Dotun, Andy & Nicky Bandini dig deeper into what his role really entails at Red Bull, and whether those in Leipzig - especially their new coach - want his guiding hand at all.

Elsewhere, Ademola Lookman is keen on a move to Inter. If they can get the deal done with Atalanta, can Lookman cement his place as one of Europe's superstar forwards?

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After the media storm around Lamine Yamal and his 18th birthday party, Dotun, Andy and Lars reflect on Yamal's position as Messi’s heir and just how much responsibility he holds as Barcelona’s new Number 10.

Plus, what would Sunderland and Granit Xhaka look like? Are there any managerial appointments that have flown under the radar? And could the Turkish Super Lig enter Europe's elite? Join us for all the answers to your questions!

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Well, nobody saw that coming! Paris Saint-Germain were stunned by Chelsea on the world stage, so can we still call them the best club side on the planet?

Dotun, Andy & Lars Sivertsen discuss whether this kind of upset is inevitable for a club with global ambitions, and ask if the defeat might actually serve PSG better in the long run.

Plus, while Germany’s traditional powerhouses seem to be sleeping, could Eintracht Frankfurt emerge as genuine contenders to challenge Bayern at the top of the Bundesliga next season?

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Wait, are Chelsea actually the appropriate modern winners of this gaudy, glitzy new tournament? Dotun, Andy and David consider the permutations of this weekend’s Club World Cup final on today’s Ask OTC!

Plus, can president Andre Villas Boas and new coach Francisco Farioli turn Porto around? Who are the favourites for the Serie A title? And will Everton’s Thierno Barry and new QPR boss Julien Stephan succeed at their respective new clubs? 

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It was billed as Kylian Mbappé vs PSG, but a mighty Parisian performance swept aside Real Madrid without any real trouble. Dotun, Andy and David Cartlidge wonder if this is the beginning of a new dominant era in European football and how the club’s new mindset looks reminiscent of Real Madrid at their absolute peak. 

Elsewhere, with Victor Osimhen and Jhon Durán signing big money deals in Turkey, we assess the status of the league and ask just how they’ve managed to pull these transfers off. Plus, Lyon’s appeal was successful! So, they won’t be relegated from Ligue Un - what does this mean for the club’s new decision makers, the contours of European football and Andy’s general wellbeing?

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Dotun, Andy and Nicky Bandini are here for another round of your continental queries as some of Europe’s brightest young talents take centre stage. Although his future at the club is in doubt, could Xabi Alonso’s arrival affect whether Rodrygo looks for pastures new?

Plus, we wonder if Tammy Abraham can rediscover his magic at Besiktas and are concerned that Juventus might not be the best next step for any aspiring young footballers, let alone Jonathan David. Plus, with uncertainty plaguing the traditional big guns in Serie A, should Como be aiming for the Champions League next season under Cesc Fàbregas?

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