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The Price of Football

Dap Dip
Premier League
Manchester United
EFL
Manchester City
Sheffield Wednesday
Football Finance
Financial Fair Play
FIFA
Football Governance
Chelsea
Reading Football Club
Aston Villa
Everton
Tottenham Hotspur
English Football
Crystal Palace
Community Engagement
Leicester City
Champions League
La Liga

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 discuss the news that Gianni Infantino is to run again for FIFA president, and find out why Aston Villa’s parent company has posted a £97m loss.

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Kevin and Kieran analyse the takeover of Sheffield Wednesday, and discuss whether it's financially beneficial for clubs to be promoted to the National League.

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Kevin and Kieran find out more about the new refereeing scandal in Italy, and discuss the news that Manchester City and Crystal Palace have frozen season ticket prices for next season.

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Kevin and Kieran speak to Ben Clasper, Chair and owner of Dulwich Hamlet, and Oliver Ash, Maidstone United co-owner, about the financial realities of running a non-league club.

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Recent Guests

Ben Clasper
Chair of Dulwich Hamlet Football Club, fan-owned club
Dulwich Hamlet Football Club
Episode: Non-league special: Ben Clasper, chair and owner of Dulwich Hamlet, and Oliver Ash, Maidstone United co-owner
Oliver Ash
Co-owner of Maidstone United Football Club
Maidstone United Football Club
Episode: Non-league special: Ben Clasper, chair and owner of Dulwich Hamlet, and Oliver Ash, Maidstone United co-owner
Nick Humphreys
Unemployment and sports lawyer
Penningtons Manches Cooper
Episode: Interview: manager contract lawyer Nick Humphreys
Pete Hooton
Former Liverpool musician and football club figure associated with The Farm and Spirit of Shankly
The Farm, Spirit of Shankly
Episode: Manchester United debt up to £1.3bn, Premier League to launch own streaming service
Julia Bond
BBC Radio Merseyside and Five Life presenter
BBC
Episode: Manchester United debt up to £1.3bn, Premier League to launch own streaming service
Rob Fox
Nottingham Forest fan invited to ask questions
Nottingham Forest fan (audience member)
Episode: The value of Premier League shares, why player contracts typically end in June
Rob Edwards
New owner of Hamilton Academical who discussed the club's financial issues and recovery strategies
Hamilton Academical
Episode: Bundesliga posts record revenues, Hamilton Academical owner interview
Landon Smith
American businessman and head of Tailwind Real Estate Group
Tailwind Real Estate Group
Episode: Amorim sacking takes Manchester United manager compensation payments above £88m, Landon Smith is the new owner of Hartlepool United
Dolf Segaar
Dutch lawyer specializing in sports law
Episode: Interview: Bosman lawyer Jean-Louis Dupont on his player compensation claim against FIFA

Hosts

Kieran Maguire
Co-host and expert on football finance, lecturer at the University of Liverpool.
Kevin Day
Co-host and comedian.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 6k ratings
  • If you want to listen to an old man breathe then boy have I got the show for you

    Sometimes he sniffs too

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hansomeswolo
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • It would be better if…

    Don’t get me wrong, I love this podcast, but, i often lie awake at night pondering just how much better it would be if presented by Janette Krankie and Infantino. I guess maybe we’ll never know unless this pair release their iron like grip on the world of football finance.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lilo l’il
    France23 days ago
  • No such thing as a bad review

    Helping Kevin and Kieran out with their logarithmic standings - keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tooncam
    Australia23 days ago
  • Superbly informative stuff about the financial aspect of football

    Podcast Addict
    5
    trenners
    a month ago
  • The Price of Football

    I still learn so much listening to this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheMillerFiles
    United Kingdoma month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the informative analysis of football finance that blends humor and insight, making intricate topics engaging.
Many note that the hosts have a strong chemistry that adds value to the listening experience, though some have expressed concerns over political commentary detracting from the financial focus.
Reviews highlight the thoroughness of insights into club finances and managerial changes, indicating a loyal fan base who finds the content both entertaining and educational.
Overall, the feedback underscores the podcast's reputation as a leading source for understanding the economics of football.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#229
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#48
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#38
India/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#41
United Arab Emirates/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#100
Ukraine/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#101
New Zealand/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Premier League market capitalisation, Canadian Premier League finances
Q: If all the teams in the Premier League were a single business, what would their market cap be and where in the footsie would it sit?
The model suggests a total Premier League market cap around 28 billion pounds, placing it roughly in the middle-to-lower end of the FTSE 100, comparable to major but not top-tier UK companies, reflecting a large but not monopolistic market position.
Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool payoff, would an NFL-style wage cap work in the Premier League?
Q: Why do some folks argue for an NFL-style wage cap in football?
To level the playing field by limiting overall expenditure on players, though there are enormous practical hurdles like taxes, amortization, and the incentives built into contracts.
How Premier League clubs' Foundations work, financial settlements for coaching staff
Q: How does a manager's sacking affect staff severance and overall costs?
Typically, the manager's compensation dominates the costs, but the entire coaching staff can be involved in severance packages; clubs often treat staff as a unit and their salaries, redundancies, and potential new hires all influence the final figures.
How Premier League clubs' Foundations work, financial settlements for coaching staff
Q: What is PSR, and how does it influence a club's accounting choices?
PSR is largely calculated from profit before tax, and the rules can differ between UK GAAP and IFRS; choosing one framework or switching between them can change the reported PSR and potentially affect transfer-related numbers.
Interview: manager contract lawyer Nick Humphreys
Q: Could a manager claim constructive dismissal if the promised budget or resources are not delivered by the club?
Constructive dismissal arises when there's an implied term of trust and confidence breached, which would have to be well-documented and proven, often requiring concrete evidence of a breach rather than a vague oral promise.

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Focusing on the financial side of football, this series sheds light on the intricate monetary dynamics that govern the sport. With a mix of humor and insightful analysis, the hosts discuss the implications of managerial changes, player transfers, club finances, and the impact of external factors like sponsorships and governance. Special episodes include interviews with industry professionals and detailed breakdowns of financial reports, making the content informative for both casual fans and finance aficionados alike. The engaging banter between the hosts adds a layer of entertainment, making complex financial concepts accessible.

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Recent guests on The Price of Football include:

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2. Oliver Ash
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4. Pete Hooton
5. Julia Bond
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7. Rob Edwards
8. Landon Smith

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