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The Price of Football

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Premier League
Manchester City
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Everton
EFL
Manchester United
Women's World Cup
777 Partners
Joe Lewis
FIFA
Nottingham Forest
FIFA Club World Cup
European Super League
Sir Jim Ratcliffe
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Jurgen Klopp
Tottenham Hotspur
The Price Of Music
Motherwell Football Club
Reading FC

University of Liverpool football finance lecturer Kieran Maguire and comedian Kevin Day follow the money to find out what’s really going on behind the scenes of the beautiful game. The Price of Football is a Dap Dip production. Follow Kevin on X - @kevinhunterday Follow Kieran on X - @KieranMaguire Follow The Price of Football on X - @pof_pod Join The Price of Football CLUB: priceoffootbal... more

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Kevin and Kieran find out why Manchester United have complained about their number of midweek fixtures, and discuss the news that Newcastle United Women have been charged with misconduct after allegedly making illegal approaches to six junior players... more

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Kevin and Kieran discuss in detail the news that Sheffield Wednesday have filed for administration, and find out why La Liga has scrapped plans to stage a game in Miami.

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Kevin and Kieran find out why Switzerland's gambling regulator has filed a criminal complaint against FIFA, and discuss the news that players in La Liga staged a protest at the weekend over the proposed Miami game.

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Harry Hugo
Owner and chairman of Farnham Town Football Club
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Episode: Interview: Farnham Town owner Harry Hugo
Neil Doncaster
Chief Executive of the SPFL
Scottish Professional Football League
Episode: Interview: SPFL chief executive Neil Doncaster
Shilen Patel
Majority shareholder and chairman of West Bromwich Albion
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Episode: Interview: West Brom majority shareholder and chairman, Shilen Patel
Tarnia Elsworth
Chair of the Shrimps Trust
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Martin Cloake
Former co-chair of the Supporters Trust at Tottenham Hotspur and involved in the Save Our Seniors campaign
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Episode: Interview: West Ham United Fan Advisory Board chair, Andy Payne, and Martin Cloake from Tottenham’s ‘Save Our Seniors’ campaign
Alex Muzio
President of Belgian Club Union Saint-Gillois and the Union of European Clubs
Union Saint-Gillois
Episode: Interview: Union of European Clubs president, Alex Muzio
Mick Buckley
Chair of the board at AFC Wimbledon Club.
AFC Wimbledon
Episode: Interview: AFC Wimbledon chair Mick Buckley
Paul Hurst
Founder member and current board member of FC United of Manchester
FC United of Manchester
Episode: Interview: Paul Hurst, FC United of Manchester board member on the club's twenty years so far
Kyle Shestack
Co-owner and Director of Dorking Wanderers
Dorking Wanderers
Episode: Interview: Dorking Wanderers part-owner and Director Kyle Shestack

Hosts

Kieran Maguire
Football finance lecturer at University of Liverpool and expert in the financial workings of football clubs. Known for insightful analysis combined with engaging discussion.
Kevin Day
Comedian and presenter, known for incorporating humor into sports discussions, particularly focusing on bridging financial topics with engaging entertainment.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 5.8k ratings
  • Always a great listen!

    Another hour well spent. #customaryfarewell #everyepisodeveteran

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrewcpfc
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • Awful

    Great show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Knobbier108
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • The Price of Football

    Never fails to entertain, despite the fact that the subject matter is pretty dry! Wonderful stuff…..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheMillerFiles
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Football finances can be great fun

    I would like the podcast to be presented by Chris Morris and Jeremy Paxman.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ContentsMayDiffer
    Norwaya month ago
  • Highly recommended

    As a Brighton fan, I naturally enjoy the banter between the two presenters, however it’s really much better than that. A really interesting, well researched and humorous look at some of the complexities of modern football. Not many people can make spreadsheets interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    churchy-Eastbourne1977
    United Kingdoma month ago

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On the contrary, some listeners express frustration with perceived biases or focus, which may detract from their overall enjoyment.
Several reviews highlight the show's commitment to exploring deep football financial issues that are typically not covered elsewhere, indicating a strong listener engagement with serious topics.
The hosts are praised for their chemistry and ability to make complex financial topics accessible to fans without a background in finance.
Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the episodes, often describing them as entertaining and insightful, blending humor and finance effectively.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#44
United Kingdom/Sports
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#242
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#88
Ireland/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#96
India/Sports
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#156
South Africa/Sports
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#168
Philippines/Sports

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sheff Wed set to be served winding-up petition, 777 Partners co-founder charged with defrauding lenders
Q: Is there another option for Sheffield Wednesday to pay that tax in instalments?
An adjournment, a negotiated settlement is feasible, but where Chancery is going to get that money from, nobody is certain.
Front-of-shirt sponsorship revenue, why PSR rules exist in the first place
Q: If you were the CFO or the finance director of a club, would you not make it a priority to have a front of shirt sponsor?
Yes, given it's a major source of revenue.
The cost of broadcasting Carabao Cup games, Premier League income per fan vs NBA and NFL
Q: Do you have any idea what the average overall income per fan as an NBA and NFL game is compared to a Premier League game?
Maguire outlines that NFL games average around £90 per fan, while NBA figures are lower, highlighting the income disparities across leagues.
The cost of broadcasting Carabao Cup games, Premier League income per fan vs NBA and NFL
Q: Would you consider discussing Leicester on your excellent pod?
Yes, the discussion centers on Leicester's financial struggles and management issues post-Premier League title success.
The cost of broadcasting Carabao Cup games, Premier League income per fan vs NBA and NFL
Q: How can it possibly be profitable for Sky Sports to broadcast every game with multiple cameras plus a commentator in the early rounds of the Carabao Cup?
Maguire explains that the profitability stems from a new TV deal with the EFL, which has replaced the previous iFollow setup and increased the amount of media being produced.

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Content explores the complex financial landscape of football, providing insights into spending, transfers, and governance issues that shape the sport. Episodes tackle various topics, such as record-breaking transfer fees, the impact of managerial contracts, club ownership challenges, and the relationship between financial practices and fan engagement. Hosts blend humor with informative discussions, making difficult concepts accessible while maintaining listener engagement with anecdotes and commentary on current events in football. The dynamic between the financial aspects and the broader football culture, including women's competitions and international leagues, adds depth to the exploration of the sport's economics.

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Recent guests on The Price of Football include:

1. Harry Hugo
2. Neil Doncaster
3. Shilen Patel
4. Tarnia Elsworth
5. Martin Cloake
6. Alex Muzio
7. Mick Buckley
8. Paul Hurst

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