Champions League Recap with Raphael Honigstein

Raphael Honigstein of The Athletic, SPIEGEL, BT Sport and The Totally Football Show joins the Front Three to look back on Matchday 1 of the UEFA Champions League. (01:18) They discuss the efficiency of current European & German champions FC Bayern Munich as they crushed Atletico Madrid 4-0 at the Allianz Arena and why the German club left it late in the Transfer Window to add to their big summer signing of Leroy Sane from Manchester City. (09:17) Raph also explains why Diego Simone could be under more pressure this year – especially in La Liga and wonders whether he will ever change his style of play. (13:30) They then discuss PSG’s disappointing 2-1 home defeat to Manchester United and why star forward Kylian Mbappé is likely to leave next summer even if the Ligue 1 side win the Champions League next Spring. (18:18) The guys then switch gears to Spanish La Liga champions Real Madrid after their shocking 3-2 defeat away to the Ukrainian champions FC Shakhtar Donestsk despite the home side missing 13 first-team players due to COVID. Plus, they talk a bit about FC Barcelona after they’re 5-1 win at the Nou Camp and discuss how Leo Messi is looking happier with his free role under Dutchman Ronald Koeman. (27:15) Finally, Big Will asks Raph and Coach Dan for their Champions League predictions and surprises.Follow the Front Three Podcast on Twitter and Instagram for more Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and Champions League chat and analysis. Also, make sure to leave a review and rating on Apple Podcasts.Twitter: @Front_ThreePodInstagram: @front_three_podcastMake sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel for more debates:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1u4QjEDuy94&t=180s