The Supersubs

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

January 6, 2026 44 mins

It’s all drama on this week’s episode and for very different reasons. To Paul's delight, Barcelona escape Espanyol win a victory and no bruises from bottles. Unfortunately for Andy, United fire Ruben Amorim, meaning there is yet another manager to find. When will the drama end? Get the latest scoop from the Supersubs on this week’s episode. Zirkzee, Fermín, Olmo, Lewa, & Joan García earn Supersub of the Week. INEOS, Rashfo...

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The Supersubs reflect on the very different formats their respective leagues are taking during these holidays. Luckily for them, both clubs have gotten wins, making spirits bright. Hear why they are optimistic heading into the new year on this episode. Ollie Watkins, La Liga's holiday format, & Raphinha's toy giveaway are the Supersubs of the Week. Some of United on loan fans, PL Boxing Day fixtures, and Renato Veiga ...

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December 17, 2025 47 mins

Barca have seen through the worst of their injury crisis and have their key players returning. With these additions, they have maintained their top position through some consistent displays. Meanwhile, United embrace their chaotic side and score 4 goals at home, only to draw. Hear what Paul believes is the way for Barca to evolve and where United need to improve to turn draws into victories in this week’s episode. Nicola Stulic &am...

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December 10, 2025 66 mins

After scheduling conflicts, the Supersubs are back with a double special! Double the ups, double the downs, double the heartache, double the joys, and double the games. Hear what their clubs and the rest of Europe got up to while they were gone the last couple of weeks. Ao Tanaka, Rashford, and Araujo are the Supersubs of the Week. Mo Salah, Araujo, and Eintracht Frankfurt away fans are the Superduds of the Week.

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November 26, 2025 51 mins

The pendulum swings back in Barca’s favor this week as the Camp Nou opens again! Barca, now back at their home, are locked in. The same can’t be said for United, who fall to defeat in the most miserable of ways. Hear Paul’s optimism and Andy’s disappointment as they reflect on two very different weeks in this episode. Jack Hinshelwood of Brighton and Raphinha/Joan Garcia earn Supersub of the Week. United, Unai Simon, Nico Williams;...

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November 12, 2025 49 mins

The saying goes “defense wins you championships”, but the Supersubs’ clubs apparently have not taken this to heart. While there are signs of promise for both clubs, the Supersubs know a dream without a defense is only a wish. Listen in to hear where the defenses of their clubs need to improve on this week’s episode. Ruben Amorim, Ronald Araujo, & Lamine Yamal are the Supersubs of the Week. Utd’s defensive lapses, Club Brugge fa...

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November 5, 2025 38 mins

In a rare show of form, Manchester United have continued their unbeaten streak as Barcelona starts one of their own. Will these winning ways continue, or will one or both of The Supersubs' teams crumble back to losing ways? Here about the other hot and unbeaten teams around Europe on this week's podcast. Class-amigo, Mitchell Moore, and Miguel Roman Gonzalez for Celta Vigo are the Supersubs of the Week. 2 Tottenham player...

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October 30, 2025 51 mins

This weekend, rivals clashed, fights broke out, and taunts were made. Paul's Barcelona faced off with Real Madrid, while Andy's Man United tried to stop Brighton from winning 4 in a row at Old Trafford. Hear all about their triumphs and sorrows on this week's episode. Mattia Felici, Lyle Foster, and Dúbravka earn Supersub of the Week. The Premier League, Vinicius, and lack of VAR consistency "earn" Superdud...

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October 23, 2025 52 mins

The wheel of fortune turns quickly, and now both Paul's and Andy’s teams are on the way up! Thrilling late victories against old enemies have these clubs feeling confident again, and they’ll need all of it as they head into some tough fixtures. Listen in on how the Supersubs are feeling in this episode! Harry Maguire and Ronald Araujo are the Supersubs of the Week. Arne Slot, Hansi Flick, Nottingham Forest's owner, and th...

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October 15, 2025 53 mins

On a rare international break podcast, the Supersubs put down their pens and put on their boxing gloves to duke it out to see who is the greatest manager of all time. Tune in this week to hear the stats, arguments, and if Andy and Paul get heated with each other. Do you agree with their assessments of the GOAT?

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October 8, 2025 44 mins

The script has flipped and now it is Barca who are on the outs. Two defeats in a row has Paul concerned while a comfortable win against Sunderland gives Andy a reprieve from all the media buzz. The two talk about their changing fortunes and what is happening to World Cup ticket prices on this week’s episode. Aldo Florenzi of Cosenza and Renato Veiga for Villareal earn Supersub of the Week. World Cup ticket prices and Barcelona &quo...

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October 2, 2025 46 mins

The Supersubs reflect on a rough week for their clubs, albeit for different reasons. Barca are dealt a cruel blow with the injury bug hitting Barca early, whereas United’s slump has sent the media into a frenzy calling for Amorim’s job. Do the Supersubs think this year is shaping up to be a repeat of last season? Find out on this week’s episode. Kroupi and Yamal are the Supersubs of the Week. The recent refereeing and Real Madrid a...

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September 25, 2025 48 mins

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...

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September 3, 2025 48 mins

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.

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August 26, 2025 43 mins

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. 

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August 19, 2025 42 mins

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.

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August 12, 2025 46 mins

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...

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August 2, 2025 46 mins

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...

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July 16, 2025 52 mins

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.

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June 25, 2025 58 mins

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.

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