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The NearlyMen

The NearlyMen
Premier League
Arsenal
Manchester City
England National Football Team
World Cup
Liverpool
Crystal Palace
Mikel Arteta
Tottenham Hotspur
Bukayo Saka
Champions League
Football
Arsenal Football Club
FA Cup
Manchester United
Kylian Mbappe
Everton
West Ham United
Jude Bellingham
Real Madrid

Football's not all about winning... as John (JCC) and Ollie (TalkCPFC) know better than anyone! Join them every week as they explore the *real* meaning of football and the Premier League, chatting to some familiar faces about what the sport means beyond winning the biggest trophies. If you would like to get in touch - email us at nearlymen_enquiries@outlook.com

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Latest Episodes

Ollie (TalkCPFC) is joined by Amy (AmyRoseFinley) to hand out their 2026 World Cup awards - including the most embarrassing moment, best aesthetic, and of course, funniest meme of the tournament!

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Ollie is back alongside John as the lads catch up on his time away in the USA, England’s win over Norway, and their upcoming World Cup semi-final against Argentina.

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John (JCC) is joined by Jamie Boyce (Jamie Talks) to break down England’s win over Mexico and create their list of players who still need to prove themselves at this year’s World Cup.

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John and Ollie discuss England’s Round of 32 win over DR Congo and preview their upcoming World Cup clash with Mexico.

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Recent Guests

Zac Djellab
Football content creator and founder of 20v1, guest on the episode
Independent creator (The NearlyMen episode guest)
Episode: 47. Predicting the World Cup Knockout Games! w/ Zac Djellab
Zach Jelab
YouTuber, judge of soapbox events and creator
Episode: 46. Which Player is the Biggest World Cup 'Nearlyman'?
James Allcott
Guest on the episode, football analyst
Episode: 45. What did we learn from England beating Croatia?
Joe Tomlinson
Guest on the episode, football commentator
Episode: 45. What did we learn from England beating Croatia?
Joe Thomlinson
Guest on the episode
Guest on The Nearly Men
Episode: 40. Drafting our Premier League Team of the Season!
Rory Jennings
Football content creator and Chelsea fan
Independent/Football content
Episode: 34. Is Winning Overrated in Football? ft. Rory Jennings
Dougie Critchley
Football pundit and guest on the episode
Episode: 30. What is the WORST Premier League season ever?
Lyés Bouzidi
Football presenter/analyst
Episode: 21. What next for Manchester United? ft. Lyés Bouzidi
Niran Yasufu
FTW/The Flying Narangatang, Liverpool fan, FTW creator
FTW (YouTube)
Episode: 17. FNG: Mo Salah’s Legacy, Arne Slot’s Liverpool & Becoming the Prem’s Greatest Team?

Hosts

Ollie Thomas
Co-host with a focus on football culture and fan perspectives; appears across multiple episodes.
John JCC
Co-host offering analysis and guest perspectives; part of the core duo.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Audio

    I love the pod and your takes, but the audio is terrible. The audio is way too quiet even when I crank full volume on my phone. Maybe something to do with your microphone set up?

    Apple Podcasts
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    KlausWilhelm
    Germany6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Loyalty to smaller clubs and emotional storytelling are highlighted as strengths.
Some episodes are occasionally hampered by suboptimal audio quality.
Listeners praise the candid banter and insightful takes on football culture.
Guests are valued for bringing diverse perspectives on football beyond trophies.

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Apple Podcasts
#94
South Africa/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#109
Singapore/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#185
Ireland/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#198
Netherlands/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#238
Japan/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#245
New Zealand/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

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47. Predicting the World Cup Knockout Games! w/ Zac Djellab
Q: Which teams do you expect to advance from France vs Sweden and Germany vs Paraguay matches?
Predictions varied, with France expected to win decisively and Germany anticipated to progress, though upsets are always possible in knockout football.
15. Ellis Platten: What's it like to meet David Beckham and Lionel Messi?
Q: What is one game you remember that ultimately meant nothing but felt huge in the moment?
The Leeds–Germany national team moments during the Euro era stand out, where the atmosphere and personal memories in the stadium eclipsed the final result, reinforcing that sport is about experiences and emotion as much as trophies.
17. FNG: Mo Salah’s Legacy, Arne Slot’s Liverpool & Becoming the Prem’s Greatest Team?
Q: What is your most meaningful memory of the Klopp era so far?
A mix of the 18-19 title run and the way Klopp rebuilt confidence through recruitment and system changes, making the team feel like a cohesive unit again.
12. Why did Juventus fail to conquer Europe? ft. jftvluca
Q: Why did Juventus struggle to clinch European titles despite domestic dominance?
The guests attribute it to a mix of managerial choices prioritizing the league, tactical incompatibilities in European formats, and external factors like injuries and off-pitch dynamics, with Calciopoli as a long shadow over the club's narrative.
12. Why did Juventus fail to conquer Europe? ft. jftvluca
Q: What is one game you went to or watched that stuck with you?
Luca recalls a Euros group-stage match where Italy's performance carried emotional weight, highlighting the tension before a potential deep run and the pride in a strong European showing despite earlier setbacks.

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The show centers on football beyond trophies, focusing on the emotional, community, and cultural sides of the game. Hosts typically explore near-misses, club loyalties, and the human stories behind Premier League football, often featuring guest insights that illuminate football's deeper meaning for fans. Noteworthy is the duo's banter, affection for underdog clubs, and a recurring theme that value comes from experiences and narratives as much as from titles. This mix makes it appealing to listeners who love football culture, nostalgia, and candid conversations with players and pundits about what the sport represents beyond silverware.

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The NearlyMen launched a year ago and published 55 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Zach Jelab
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5. Joe Thomlinson
6. Rory Jennings
7. Dougie Critchley
8. Lyés Bouzidi

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