The Supersubs
We are two dudes who, like substitutes in a football match, have come on late into the game, but have tremendous passion for our clubs: Barcelona and Manchester United. With our background in different American sports, we believe we have a unique perspective to the numerous fan podcasts out in the media. Our podcast adds a dedicated American fan voice to the world's most beautiful game.
Episodes
After a mini hiatus, the Supersubs return to discuss league fixtures and European play. Tune in to hear about the resurgence of Marcus Rashford, the answering of Man United's prayers, a huge Champions League upset, and one of the best halves of football ever seen. Andrey Santos, Jorgensen, Rashford, and Kaschuk for Qarabag earn Supersub of the Week. The Ballon d'Or robbery (McTominay for Andy and Raphinha for Paul) and th...
As the Supersubs’s clubs get to week three of the season, they hit a stumbling block. These two giants of clubs get out-hustled early in the season, which begs the question: how can that happen? The Supersubs dive into that question on this episode. Wilson Isidor and Borja Iglesias are the Supersubs of the Week. The media circus around United and Barcelona’s effort are the Superduds of the Week.
In week 2 of the European soccer season, both Paul and Andy’s clubs get their weaknesses exposed. While Barca is able to bounce back, United hold onto an away draw. What does this mean so early in a season? Tune in to find out more. Ngumoha, Hansi Flick, & Tottenham earn Supersub of the Week. Gordon, Filippo Mane, & Levante "earn" Superdud of the Week.
Barca and United kicked off action in European soccer after positive off seasons. While they both started brightly, their performances and results did not line up. Who was the happier of the two Supersubs? Listen to this week's podcast to find out. Stretford End & Pere Milla are the Supersubs of the Week. Jadon Sancho & ESPN's broadcast are the Superduds of the Week.
As the Supersubs recount their clubs' preseason campaigns, optimism abounds. Andy, buoyed by his first ever glimpse of United up close, finds a spirited group ready to fight in the Premier League while Paul sees an offense in Barca gearing up for Champions League glory. Judge their assessments and what is making them so optimistic in this week’s podcast. United for giving De Gea a standing ovation, Rashford, and Toni are the S...
The preseason kicks off for the Supersubs, and they have a lot to be excited about with new transfers coming in. In the first time in the podcast’s history, a player is being transferred between the two clubs. Does one sub have more animosity towards the other now, or is this a win-win? Tune in to hear how the subs are feeling. England’s women’s team, Roony Bardghji, and Dro Fernandez earn Supersub of the Week. The new season of Te...
The Supersubs reflect on the impact the late Diogo Jota left on the world. In the midst of the swirling news climate that is the transfer window, the hosts take time to see the greater picture of what a player and sports can do for the world. LFC terminating a contract & Cole Palmer are the Supersubs of the Week. Donald Trump, Ousmane Dembele, and Real Madrid are the Superduds of the Week.
With the club World Cup making a mess of itself, the Supersubs focus on the future, and that means transfers. Barca have been busy, and Paul is getting excited. Andy’s United are less busy, but appear to be making progress. Find out why both Supersubs have reason for optimism on this week’s pod.
After an exciting run by Spain in the Nation’s League was ended by Portugal, the stage is set for the Ballon d’Or. While it’s a few months away, the Supersubs are eager to place their bets on who will get football’s most coveted individual prize. Hear their thoughts on who should be the next winner on this podcast.
The Parisians are victorious and their victory ends the seemingly nonstop European club football season. Now is the time for clubs to take stock and build. Both the Supersubs’s clubs have huge stakes this upcoming transfer window, so tune in to hear what the Supersubs think their teams need to address so they don’t become the Dallas Cowboys of Soccer. Luis Enrique and Wolves are the Supersubs of the Week. Inter Milan, some of the r...
Barcelona & Napoli bust out the champagne to celebrate their titles now that they've officially won La Liga & Serie A. It’s a bust for United too, as they fall into their worst premier league position ever & lose in the Europa League final. Hear the fallout on this week’s episode. Jacob Ondrejka for Parma, Son for Tottenham, & the Napoli fans earn Supersub of the Week. Manchester United and the Europa League Fi...
This week was a first for many, including Hansi Flick's first league title with Barca and Crystal Palace's first ever major trophy. While The Supersubs reflect on these important firsts, Andy hopes for United's first trophy of the season. Pedro and the Barca fans turning out for the parade celibrations are the Supersubs of the Week. Manchester City, Ajax, and Ferran Torres's appendix are the Superduds of the Wee...
When a match is as close as the champions league semifinal, every decision is under the microscope. Unfortunately this time it’s the officiating that is in the hot seat. Join Paul and Andy as they dissect the calls and the controversy that surrounds one of the most exciting champions league semifinals of the decade and the 4th El Clásico of the season. Mason Mount, Gerard Martín, and Eric García earn Supersub of the Week. Tosin Ada...
When the stakes are high, matches come down to very, very small details and margins. Barcelona had their fair share of almost moments, and United felt both the positive and negative sides of those tight margins. Hear what those margins were and if the subs think their clubs will prevail on this week’s episode. Amad Diallo, Ter Stegen, & Dani Rodriguez are the Supersubs of the Week. Luke Shaw & Dani Rodriguez's injury a...
El Clásico never disappoints, but it can certainly make one mad. With missed calls, childish antics, and a backdrop of a title race, Paul is feeling furious. Find out why after an el Clásico victory Paul is feeling animated on this week’s podcast. Emile Smith-Rowe, Kounde, Fermín, & Araujo are the Supersubs of the Week. Real Madrid, the referee/VAR from the Copa del Rey Final, & Antonio Rüdiger are the Superduds of the Week...
Is there anything better than come from behind wins to save your club’s season? The Supersubs certainly don’t think so. Both clubs enjoy some Easter miracles with their teams coming back after looking like their seasons were dead. Hear their jubilation on this week’s episode. Orsolini, Slabhead, Borja Iglesias, Olmo, & Yamal are the Supersubs of the Week. Social media, de Jong, and La Liga are the Superduds of the Week.
This week, the Supersubs saw the less appealing aspects of the beautiful game. From ugly tackles to goalie horror mistakes, the past week had red cards galore, sloppy goals, and plenty of dropped points. Who excelled in this beauty contest? Find out on this week’s podcast. David Fila & Gerard Martín earn Supersub of the Week. André Onana & Kylian Mbappé "earn" Superdud of the Week.
For the pod’s 100th episode, the Supersubs keep it simple and try to stick to soccer. With league races heating up, the Supersubs make their predictions and hope Arsenal/Real Madrid don’t make it to the champions league final. Tune in to the milestone episode! The Supersubs of the Week are Paul/Andy for the culmination of reaching 100 episodes, Real Betis, and Valencia. The Superduds of the Week are Real Madrid and the ESPN broadca...
With the international break ending, it’s back to league action, or if you are Barca, playing your second game. Both the Supersubs’ clubs are finding their footing and with two months left, and their seasons are on the line. How do the podcasters feel? Find out on this week’s episode. Gvidas Gineitis, Ferran Torres, and Frenkie de Jong are the Supersubs of the Week. Owners who won’t invest in the women’s game and VAR in the Real Ma...
Penalties were the theme this past week for world soccer. From creating controversies to writing history, they dominated the headlines, including one of the Supersubs's clubs. The two keep their cool and share how their teams’ ability to fight back allowed them to advance in their tournaments and domestic leagues. Listen to hear how their clubs did it. Dorgu and Ferran Torres earn Supersub of the Week. Liverpool and Diego Sime...
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