Show notes
Join Lewis on the first episode of The Chatterbox for discussion on a closely-contested title race in Italy (2:56), including a preview to the weekend's Derby d'Italia match-up between Juventus and Inter and why there are question marks over Pioli despite Milan being top of the table. Then there is a talk on the relegation battle in France (21:22) with analysis on Saint-Étienne's improved fortunes under Dupraz, the curiosity and bravery of Clermont Foot and continued worries over Bordeaux's defence. Alasdair Madden of the Road To Nowhere football podcast (@RTNFootball) gives his insight on Strasbourg's rise (39:47) followed by a preview of the new Eliteserien and Allsvenskan campaigns (1:02:49), including why Bodø/Glimt can still be fancied for a third Norwegian title, the fascinating project at Viking and Hammarby's ever-strong development of African talent from Sweden. Closing out is a reflective look on the impact the atrocities in Ukraine have had on Ukrainian and Russian football (1:21:39), and the role Shakhtar Donetsk are playing in helping provide support to the Ukrainian people at present. Hope you enjoy - L.Artist credits: Lam Bada Ringtone by Nicholas The Octopus Camarena, Pop Ringtone by ImTheMap (soundtrack sourced from FreeSound).
