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
104 episodes
The Comeback Kids
Is there anything better than come from behind wins to save your club’s season? The Supersubs certainly don’t think so. Both clubs enjoy some Easter miracles with their teams coming back after looking like their seasons were dead. Hear their ju...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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53:30
The Ugly Side of Football
This week, the Supersubs saw the less appealing aspects of the beautiful game. From ugly tackles to goalie horror mistakes, the past week had red cards galore, sloppy goals, and plenty of dropped points. Who excelled in this beauty contest? Fin...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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53:08
The BIG 1-0-0
For the pod’s 100th episode, the Supersubs keep it simple and try to stick to soccer. With league races heating up, the Supersubs make their predictions and hope Arsenal/Real Madrid don’t make it to the champions league final. Tune in to the mi...
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Season 3
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Episode 27
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39:43
The Return to Action
With the international break ending, it’s back to league action, or if you are Barca, playing your second game. Both the Supersubs’ clubs are finding their footing and with two months left, and their seasons are on the line. How do the podcaste...
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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49:42
The Pandemonium of Penalties
Penalties were the theme this past week for world soccer. From creating controversies to writing history, they dominated the headlines, including one of the Supersubs's clubs. The two keep their cool and share how their teams’ ability to fight ...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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54:50
The Somber Subs
On this week’s episode, the Supersubs have to hold their excitement. After a horrible week off the field for Barca, the mood is somber, while at United they wait another week to enjoy a victory. Listen to find out if the Supersubs have the conf...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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57:51
The Soup Kitchen Scandal
The Supersubs’ clubs are living in very different realities: one competes for the glories of the champions league while the other is feeding their workers soup and a roll. Barca maintain their position at the top of the table and United continu...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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52:29
The Penalty Pickle
There is no greater relief in sports than avoiding a penalty, and both Barca and United shared this experience this past weekend. Avoiding mistakes is the name of their games right now, and the Supersubs are feeling relieved. Hear them release ...
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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52:21
The Red Card Revelry
From the last Merseyside derby at Goodison Park to Bellingham’s f bomb to Barrios's untimely challege, the red cards were coming out this Valentine’s Day weekend. Barca and United avoided these cards, but Paul is the happiest with the sendings ...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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48:55
The Slabheaders
Things are looking slightly optimistic for the Supersubs thanks to some fantastic headed goals from their respective clubs. Barca shows they are gaining momentum ahead of some important fixtures, and United edge out lowly Leicester City. Hear h...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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48:09
The Reminiscing on a Rashford Ramble
Coming off vacation, the Supersubs catch up on the past two weeks of football. Both clubs have had mini-win streaks, but one looks more poised than the other to turn their season around. Andy breaks down (not actually but pretty close) his thou...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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50:58
The Craziest Game Ever!
The Supersubs love football because it’s a drama where no one knows the ending. This week proved that the scriptwriters of football still have ways of conjuring up wild stories. Paul sees his wild story unfold on the pitch while Andy sees it in...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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55:05
The Turnaround
The start of the new year certainly has meant a turnaround of fortunes for the Supersubs’ clubs. With a Supercopa trophy and a survive-and-advance style win in the FA Cup, these two clubs are learning the value of grit. Hear the Supersubs recou...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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53:36
The New Year, New Us?
2025 is here and this means there’s potential for things to turn around. This week both the Supersubs’ clubs had turnaround matches, and with half the season left, these matches could be turning points. Do the fans feel something happening? Fin...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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38:38
The Hometown Blues
The Supersubs return home for the holidays and their clubs did not give them a hero’s welcome. Both clubs suffer defeats that put a significant dent in their season’s hopes. Do the Supersubs think a Christmas miracle can happen for their teams?...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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40:19
The Manchester Is Red!
The red flags are flying high in Manchester, and that’s not just because it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Andy enjoys a delightful Manchester derby while Paul must settle for a victorious Champions League battle. Listen in as Paul t...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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52:29
The BEST Supersub & Superdud Of All Time
In another disappointing weekend for The Supersubs, they turn their attention elsewhere to find some joy. They don’t have to look far. From bungled hires to last minute goals, The Supersubs wrap up what they believe is their best Supersub &...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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56:41
The Supercrud
The fortunes of the Supersubs's clubs are changing. United trends up while Barca are slipping. However, it’s hard to pinpoint what’s going wrong when quality of refereeing continues to be a key talking point. Find out what happened this week an...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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48:20
The Kounde Kollapse
It was a rocky return from break for both the Supersubs this week as both clubs stuttered out the gate. Barca are dipping in form and United have a new manager who has a gargantuan to-do list. With the holiday season approaching, the demands on...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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46:05
The Flip Flop
United are winning games by multiple goals. Barca lose a game. The tables have turned and the narrative has changed. What does this all mean? Is it the beginning of a complete reversal? Let Paul and Andy tell you if it is in this week’s episode...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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50:59
The Screamers
In this episode, Paul and Andy’s clubs share screamer goals after a spooky, spooky Halloween. Each screamer signified a different emotion for each of our Supersubs, but goals from other clubs have made the weekend equally exciting. Hear their t...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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47:18
The Highs & The Lows
The Supersubs have not had their experiences for their clubs be so different as they are right now. Barca have had one of the best weeks in football in nearly a decade, while it seems that United are decades away with the sacking of Erik ten Ha...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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1:03:47
The Perfect Sports Weekend
When the Supersubs get to share wins on the weekend, there can be nothing better! Paul looks forward to a high-stakes week of top tier football while Andy relishes the pause in the media swirl. Hear what they are most relieved about and what th...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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53:23
The Difference in Fortune
The fortunes of two teams could not be further apart, but that doesn’t keep Paul and Andy away from football. Barca is soaring, while United is floundering. How are these teams, the largest in the world, now so far apart? Find out in this week'...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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55:31