… from Access Gabbie, the Maggie Haberman of the Football Press Box, after weeks in “vacation (hiding) after his owner, Cristiano El Punko, took the MbS Sportswashing Bath and fled to the Bonesaw League. For months, Access Gabbie vowed repeatedly, on this pod and ESPNFC, that Cristiano El Punko, would never take the MbS Sportswashing Bath and run to the Bonesaw League. On 30 December, Cristiano El Punko took the MBS Sportswashing Bath and ran to the Bonesaw League. *** On 11 December, Access Gabbie called for “calm” after Cristiano El Punko CHOKED in Portugal’s World Cup quarterfinal loss to Morocco. Access Gabbie refused to even discuss The Frog’s correct observation that Cristiano El Punko had blown an easy goal-scoring chance. *** Buried until 21:41 on 7 December by Access Gabbie any mention of Portugal’s FIVE goals minus Cristiano El Punko against Switzerland in the Round of 16. *** Total silence from 27 November to 2 December after Cristiano El Punko tried - and failed - to steal a goal from Portugal teammate Bruno Fernandes. Access Gabbie outright refused to do a podcast on any third round Cup game rather than have to discuss Cristiano El Punko. *** Worked that shovel did Access Gabbie on 14 November in “defense” of Cristiano El Punko after his tantrum to that reprobate Piers Morgan.

Gab: “blackmail is a crime” Juls: “Kareem the dream!”

Enjoyed the show since it’s inception. Marcotti is underrated imo. However, there’s been a noticeable high pitch frequency underlying the last couple episodes that’s miserable to listen to. Hope you guys have an engineer that can take a look.

Most informative soccer pod out on an American platform. Both hosts are great.

Marcotti’s fat-man’s voice tenor combined with his smugness and his occasional putting-on airs is just way too much to bear. There’s a long line of pompous pundits. He’s just another one.

Gab and Jules forever. Two icons of sports journalism, so much insight.

Please.

Just a god awful show, similar to Gab’s other Series Awesome failure. A show with two people with only one spewing nonsense. No insight and nothing worth listening too. Just another show with poor ESPN personalities.

Love the show, but Gab, you need to recognize when your opinion might be wrong, or your co-host(s) opinion is better. You gotta start acknowledging the good points made by others on the show. You might be the smartest in the room, but that doesn’t make your opinions better than your compatriots. Stop trying to shut people down while they’re literally in the middle of speaking because you’re over hearing what they have to say. Love you man, it’s good faith criticism from a fan of the show.

Mostly opinion and muppets for ESPN.

Jules is always worth listening to. Any credibility Marcotti has however goes out the window when he uses the American football term “offsides” instead of “offside”. I’m embarrassed for him.

Occasional disagreement, but mainly just 90% facts spoken. These two know their football!

I love football and the Gab and Juls podcast is a great way to enjoy and receive all the latest scores, headlines, and some in depth discussions about important topics and going-ons of the soccer world. It’s not long, and gets straight to the point. One of my fav podcasts for sure

I’ve been listing to these two since the early 2010’s and from The Game podcast from The Times. Great insight and opinions. Easy to listen to. Top class!

I love listening to this podcast twice a week but gab needs to stop interrupting guests & juls especially! Gab can be very annoying at times, he should let juls host. He’s a lot more level headed compared to gab. I normally would give this 5 star but gab is really that bad at podcasting, he does a lot better on the ESPN daily show because he debates topics very well.

Gab’s takes are literally laughable. Guy is clueless. Not sure he’s ever kicked a football before

Listening to these two super-knowledgeable, engaging, and thoughtful guys is the best way to keep up on global soccer. They have great rapport and rhythm and build off each other well - I hardly ever notice that an hour has gone by when I’m listening to these two gab (pun intended). What really sets them apart for me is that they somehow keep top of the goings-on in all the big leagues - and not just in Europe. I’m amazed at the breadth of knowledge they have on the history, culture, and even finances of so many countries. Such a great listen!

This biweekly podcast is the best football pod out there, period. Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens are fun, funny, and know an amazing amount of both history, the big European leagues and their differences, players seemingly from everywhere, and the details of the game. Refreshing because it’s not Premier-League centric, even though they’re based in the UK, and it’s always fun. Even though mostly focused on Europe, they do cover the Americas when a big story happens (such as the ugly revelations of abuse among NWSL coaches). Every Monday and Thursday, when Gab gives a weather update for West London and Juls says, “Let’s go, Gab!” my day kicks into a happy gear.

As an avid soccer fan in the USA. And a part time volunteer coach for my K/1 grade kids in a recreational league. This is my go to podcast to listen to. Great insight. They talk about all the right games.

Easily one of the best soccer podcasts and probably one of the most accessible for new fans because the hosts are so knowledgeable and clear in their discussion

Great chemistry with these two and they are the best dressed football podcasters. Well done steak at its best.

Gab is incredibly knowledgeable and pairs very well with Jules. Fun, easy to listen to show that gets you caught up with important stories across Europe. My only gripe is that the show can drag when it gets political, and they’re quick to spout the corporate, SJW party line. Gab is often sometimes hesitant (Juls is not), but there’s a lack of understanding of what “those people” who disagree actually think.

One of the best futty podcasts out there great knowledge and analysis great connections to the clubs for great reporting. Both Ga. and Jules are so in sinc and ahow great personality.

Very insightful podcast!

Really appreciate these two’s perspectives. Great inside knowledge and incite. Could do with Juls using the phrase “to be fair” less. Does he even know what it means?

Overall, I’ve enjoyed the show. I havesome feedback on the “how” and not the “what”. (The “what”, ie content, is great). Two small things that could be improved: 1) Gab to give others a chance to speak a bit more than he has. I wish Jules and the guest got a bit more air time without Gab dominating the air waves. 2) Gab also tends to ask leading questions to his co-host and guests to confirm his bias/conclusions. It would be better to allow others to share their own perspectives. One e.g.: In the UCL final review episode, he was convinced that because City didn’t play tough games leading up to the final, they were maybe not sharp and that may have contributed to them not showing up. Fair argument, but he presented it a way that made it awkward for his co-hosts to share what they thought and whether or not they agreed or disagreed. Anyway, love Gab and Jules. I think this show is good, and can only get better esp with lots of football coming up this summer. I’m looking forward to their insights and opinions.

Gab is the best. Loved his partnership with Natalie Sawyer on the Game. Cannot say the same for him and Mina on Serie Awesome. He and Jules are are great team. Gab knows Serie A and Bundesliga while Jules is the best for Ligue 1 and is strong on La Liga. Great vibe between the two of them.

Really got to hand it to man city. What an underdog story.

Intelligent, thoughtful, solid analysis and discussion. Best podcast with reputable and experienced hosts.

Jonathan David born in Brooklyn NY. Represent BK to the fullest! Great pod guys. Superb

If you are looking for intelligent and entertaining weekly football analysis, you’ve come to the best place for it.

A bit boring sometimes, but fun and informative.

Gab and Jules have it all! Truly a great podcast

Need to show some love for Gab & Jules, my go-to podcast for hardcore European football. Personalities, tactics, management, they have it all covered for the continent. Thanks for doing such a great job, guys.

I love this podcast. I really enjoy how they can debate an issue but also keep the flow of the podcast going. I also like how they give all of the major leagues equal time, rather than just focusing on the EPL.

🔥🔥🔥

ESPN FC isn’t good, but Gab and Jules are great. Informative, entertaining, and slightly funny. Definitely the best American-based pod I’ve heard.

No one should ever listen to ESPNFC for football advice, but these two are the only exception. Very nice pod.

I enjoy listening to Gab. He isn’t afraid to question popular media narratives. This podcast is especially valuable because they round up games from all of top European leagues from the week. Which means they can’t spend too much time dwelling on one topic, but then you get the important news from everywhere.

The only two reputable soccer analysts. While Craig, Stevie, and especially Ale make absurd clickbait comments on the daily (supplemented only with absolute nonsense, nontopical fillers), Gab and Juls break down the soccer news with unbiased, insightful analysis. ESPNFC is shambolic but these two guys keep real fans coming.

A Frenchman & an Italian argue about football, it doesn’t get better than that in any soccer related show. They are passionate about the game and they know what they are talking about. Cheers guys!

Insight and analysis is top notch from these guys. Look forward to every episode