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Special one today. Meet Gio Enriquez, Texas born, developed in Dallas, Cincinnati tested, who’s making a name for himself at the highest footballing level in America.
Gio’s story is one of pure passion, dedication and grit. Picked up by the FC Dallas Academy, he tore up the pitch in his youth, making his way to NCAA D1 footy where he sharpened his skills as a leader and player.
Now, Gio shares his talents at FC Cincinnati in the player welfare and administration sectors, where he has a vital impact on some of the biggest names in the MLS. Finding his voice and his feet, Gio is on his way to amazing things in the administration and business side of the game, and we are so excited to watch him grow.
I’ve been incredibly blessed to call Gio a good friend over the past year or so. This guy’s got the world at his feet. Don’t be afraid to reach out if you find yourself passionate about any of the topics discussed.
Interested in the people side of the game? Give this one a listen, you won’t want to miss it.
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What's the point of these international breaks? What's the new format for the European competitions? How are clubs and players going to keep up? Essam and Rob talk about all this and more as Champions League is back this week, with a new look.
As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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What happened to Osimhen? Who had the best transfer window this summer? Who was your favorite signing? These are just some of the many questions we asked ourselves in this episode with Essam, Issa and Rob, recapping the summer transfer market, getting ready for next season with our predictions.
Huge thanks to Issa for coming back on. As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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Hosted by Essam and Rob, we welcome Juan to the podcast and the awaydayz community, as he shares his love for Salomón Rondón, the Venezuelan national team, and his three clubs of Everton, Barcelona and Houston Dynamo. While still being so young, Juan also goes into his already extensive career so far in the world of sports media. It's all about motivation.
Huge thanks to Juan for coming on. As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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Was Spain's convincing win predictable? What nations are looking good for the 2026 World Cup? Where are the world class strikers nowadays? These are just some of the many questions we asked ourselves in this episode with Issa, Nick and Rob, recapping the summer of football from the continental tournaments to the transfer market, getting ready for next season.
Huge thanks to Issa for coming back on. As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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In this episode, Nick gets together with AR and Essam to chat about the Euro Group stage, covering everything from our favorite teams to watch to the most underwhelming performances.
We round it out with some knockout stage predictions and some insight into the future while also calling out Roberto for his cheating allegations in the fantasy group.
If you're into talking footy, follow us on Instagram and reach out!
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In this episode we welcome back Ebuka, Issa and Taha, as we discuss the European Championships about to start and share our thoughts on the teams, line-ups and as always, our hot takes.
Huge thanks to the boys for coming back on. As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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In this episode we welcome back AR, Dom and Nick, as we discuss the outcomes of the European semifinals from all perspectives, and give our early predictions on the upcoming finals.
Huge thanks to AR and Dom for coming back on. As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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Please help us welcome Dominik Jäger to the pod! Dominik hails from Munich, Germany, and has been a lifelong supporter of Bayern Munich. Like for many Germans, fußball has been Dominik’s passion for as long as he can remember.
In today’s amazing conversation we recount his experiences as a fan during Germany’s 2014 World Cup win, talk about the Bundesliga and German football culture, his expectations for the 2024 European Championships in Germany, and much much more. Dominik was a very special guest to have on the podcast and we are so grateful to have him as our German football aficionado going forward.
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In this episode Ebuka goes head-to-head with his Prem rivals Arsenal (Nick) and Champions League opponents Real Madrid (Ibo), as we discuss the European season heating up and share our thoughts on the close matchups coming up.
Huge thanks to Ebuka and Ibo for coming back on. As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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We finally welcome back Issa to the podcast, keen on sharing with us his recent experiences watching his Jordanian national team reach the Asian Cup final in Qatar and his trip to London to see his favorite club, Chelsea FC.
Huge thanks to Issa for coming on. As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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ST. PATRICKS DAY SPECIAL: Today we welcome Ollie Acomb, a Cincinnati native and longtime supporter of Celtic Football Club- a club rich with history, fierce rivalries, and lore.
In this episode, we get into the history of Celtic and the Old Firm Derby, understand more about the Scottish Premier League, recount FC Cincinnati memories, our fixture/travel wish lists, and much more. Huge thanks to Ollie for joining us, you won't want to miss out on this one!
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After a whole year of Ebuka and Ibo, we finally welcome their eagle brother AR, keen on sharing with us his experiences watching games growing up, the family rivalry support for Chelsea vs Arsenal and his intertwined passions for football, travel, photography and fashion.
Huge thanks to AR for coming on. As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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Today we welcome back Ibo, a Chicago native of strong Albanian roots, keen on sharing with us his passion for Real Madrid, his first time seeing Brazil live and his wishlist for games to watch in the near future. In the end, we had to acknowledge and praise De Rossi's appointment as Roma's new manager and the beginning of his era.
Huge thanks to Ibo for coming on. As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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Today we welcome Max Hogan, a University of Cincinnati senior who had the unique opportunity to study abroad in Zurich, Switzerland, and intern in Singapore in 2023.
During his travel adventures, Max found himself connecting with people from many different countries and backgrounds through a common love- football. We recount Max's unique experiences in London, Rome, and Singapore in which he was able to see multiple football matches.
Max shares stories and advice from his travels including recommendations for new travelers and inspiration for those thinking about making a trip to see their favorite clubs play. Max was an amazing guest and we're excited to see where his love for the game takes him in the future!
As always, if we've ever talked football, reach out, and let's talk football!
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In this episode Rob welcomes back Ebuka keen to share his Man City allegiance from the lows in '05 to the build-up and current highs, as well as his open-mindedness and passion for travel, through football and beyond.
Huge thanks to Ebuka for coming on. As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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In this episode Rob and Nick hop back on as we celebrate 1 year of The Midfield Battle with our guests through Intramural stories, close connection to FC Cincinnati and respective personal experiences in Qatar, Pakistan and Bhutan.
Huge thanks to Jack and Taha for coming on. As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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Think about your favorite club. Now imagine the only players allowed to play for it had to be from the state, city, or region that it’s in. This is the case with Athletic Club de Bilbao, a club teeming with history, culture, and pride.
My conversation with John, a Cincinnati native and avid Athletic Club supporter, takes us over to the Basque region- an autonomous area in the north of Spain. John has spent years educating himself on the people and culture of Bilbao, culminating in multiple trips to the region including a 6 month stay during which he worked and studied.
John’s passion, love, and energy for the people of the Basque region are incredibly admirable. We recount many stories about his travels to Spain, learn about football’s synergistic relationship with the people of the region, and hear of a glorious 4-3 win that John was able to experience just a couple of weeks ago.
Huge thanks to John for coming on. As always, if you’re down to talk football, reach out, and let’s talk football!
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HOUR LONG SPECIAL!
Today, we welcome the "dirty double" of Henry Schwartz and Ethan Miracle. These two share an extraordinary bond forged through the trials and triumphs of playing side by side on the Denison University Men's soccer team, coupled with a lifelong devotion to Manchester United.For Hank and Ethan, supporting United was never a matter of choice; it runs in their veins. From their earliest memories, each recalls sitting on the couch on Saturday mornings with family, passionately cheering on the Reds. Picture being a nine-year-old, crossing the pond to witness your favorite team in action at the peak of their powers!
During their time at Denison University, Ethan and Hank savored the sweet taste of victory on the pitch, securing an NCAC Conference championship in the most thrilling fashion. We recount these memories that will surely last a lifetime.
Presently, the bond between Hank and Ethan only strengthens, evident in their recent joint ventures to watch their cherished team in action, accompanied by friends and family. Despite Manchester United's current challenges (a topic we passionately delve into), their passion and loyalty for the club remain unshaken.
Join us in our most significant episode to date as we delve into these stories and more—you won't want to miss out!
If we've ever talked football, reach out, and let's talk football!
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Today, we are pleased to welcome Evan Brown, a current student at Denison University and a resident of Chicago. Football isn't just a hobby for Evan; it runs in his blood. His heritage hails from England and Germany, where family members passionately supported Liverpool FC and Bayern Munich, respectively.
Evan shares his exciting experiences from his study abroad in France last year, highlighting his attendance at several football matches. One standout event was 'Le Classique' between Marseille and PSG, where he had the unique opportunity to witness Lionel Messi live. Evan also made trips to Munich for a Bayern match and traveled up to Liverpool to support his favorite club. His time abroad was truly filled with memorable football moments.
Evan's passion for his football clubs is evident through his attendance at hundreds of professional matches. His wealth of experience makes him a valuable source of advice for first-time travelers and new fans of the game. We look forward to having Evan back soon to delve deeper into his travels and share more insights with our audience!
As always, if we've ever talked football, let's talk football!
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