Pure Fitbaw

The first episode of European Fitbaw, the new show on the Pure Fitbaw network devoted to the beautiful game on the continent, is a Champions League special.   Pure Fitbaw founder Gavin Miller is joined by Spanish football writer and podcaster Andrew Miller and German football and social media expert Byron Hutchison to talk Borussia Dortmund v PSG, Atleti Madrid v Liverpool, Spurs v RB Leipzig and Atalanta v Valencia. Finishing up with the listener questions to the Pure Fitbaw Post Box!

This week’s flagship show features a key mid table Scottish Premiership game, a League Two top of the table clash and the Europa League round of 32 matches for Rangers and Celtic. First up we talk Kilmarnock v Hibs featuring Greg Docherty propaganda and some concerns over the home team’s lack of clean sheets and squad for next season . Next is Cove Rangers wind assisted victory over Edinburgh City with our thoughts on the key moments in the match. Finally we analyse FC Kobenhavn and SC Braga before Thursday’s Europa League games. On the agenda are Celtic’s formation choice and the dangers Rangers face against ten game undefeated Braga. Are you Pure Fitbaw? If you’re sick of the mainstream focus on just a few clubs, tedious time spent obsessing over referee decisions or dinosaur pundits fishing for clicks with bullshit hot takes then we are the podcast for you. Great episodes every week packed full of analysis, opinions and stories about football in Scotland and beyond for fans by fans and bonus episodes on tr

Today Gavin Miller and Owen Brown round up the Scottish Cup 5th round matches, including BSC Glasgow v Hibs, Clyde v Celtic and Ayr United v St Johnstone. We end our cup coverage with St Mirren v Motherwell before focusing in on the Buddies with some analysis of their season so far. Do their underlying stats match their results? What are the goal scoring issues and can Chabbi be the answer? Are there some recent question marks over goalkeeper Hladky? Are you Pure Fitbaw? If you’re sick of the mainstream focus on just a few clubs, tedious time spent obsessing over referee decisions or dinosaur pundits fishing for clicks with bullshit hot takes then we are the podcast for you. Great episodes every week packed full of analysis, opinions and stories about football in Scotland and beyond for fans by fans and bonus episodes on transfers, historical matches, Scottish clubs in Europe and the national team. Subscribers just like you have said; “A must listen for all Scottish fitba fans.”“Great analysis, the enthusiasm

Pure Fitbaw is joined by Chris Marshall (www.twitter.com/mfptasty), an expert on women’s football in Scotland, to discuss the upcoming SWPL season. Chris writes and podcasts about the women’s game at Leading The Line, writes about pie hopping at www.meatfilledpastries.com and is a researcher for TV show A View From The Terrace. On the show Gavin and Chris chat about some significant events of last season such as the departure of Hutchison Vale from the SWPL league before discussing changes on and off the park at Rangers and Celtic, marketing efforts within the game, notable players throughout the league and what future developments Chris is cautiously optimistic about. Are you Pure Fitbaw? If you’re sick of the mainstream focus on just a few clubs, tedious time spent obsessing over referee decisions or dinosaur pundits fishing for clicks with bullshit hot takes then we are the podcast for you. Great episodes every week packed full of analysis, opinions and stories about football in Scotland and beyond for fan

Cammy and Chris talk through the latest action from the Scottish Championship. Dundee United's long standing league home record falls as Arbroath pick up a brilliant three points. Ayr and Inverness both draw as Dunfermline move into that last playoff spot at the expense of Dundee who drop down the table after a draw at Cappielow.

Owen and Gavin talk relegation on this week’s Pure Fitbaw podcast. Analysisof a match involving a struggling team from this weekend in each of the four SPFL divisions and discussion of the relegation candidates at each level. Brechin City v Elgin CityForfar Athletic v ClydePartick Thistle v Ayr UnitedKilmarnock v Ross County Which players are key for survival? What will the result of the Premiership play off be? Will Keith Watson win a header at a corner soon and can Shane Sutherland handle the step back up to the Championship? Are you Pure Fitbaw? If you’re sick of the mainstream focus on just a few clubs, tedious time spent obsessing over referee decisions or dinosaur pundits fishing for clicks with bullshit hot takes then we are the podcast for you. Great episodes every week packed full of analysis, opinions and stories about football in Scotland and beyond for fans by fans and bonus episodes on transfers, historical matches, Scottish clubs in Europe and the national team. Subscribers just like you have sa

Paulo Dybala is a big fan of the Scottish Championship and so are we, that's why we're bringing you another episode of the Pure Championship podcast.Chris and Cammy cover matchday 22, a weekend that saw Dundee United drop points, Ayr end their Inverness hoodoo and Alloa move off the bottom of the table. 

Has Derek McInnes has run his course at Aberdeen? Were they dancing in the streets of Raith after a 7 goal thriller? Is Stendelball starting to come good at Tynecastle?Raith Rovers remain League 1 leaders after an exciting 4-3 victory over Montrose and we talk through the match with a specific focus on young talents such as Dylan Tait and Kieron Bowie.We look at the personnel/system issues for Rangers and the examples of Daniel Stendel’s tactical processes in action that led to Hearts’ victory over Rangers.A run through of stats, performances, squad and style to discuss the calls for Derek McInnes to be sacked as Aberdeen manager.Subscribe to the Pure Fitbaw podcast for the weekly flagship show, our dedicated Scottish Championship show and bonus episodes on transfers, topical events, Scottish clubs in Europe and the national team.

This week’s flagship Pure Fitbaw podcast from Owen and Gavin takes in three topics.First up we analyse the Scottish Cup clash between Dundee United v Hibs before asking what area United might need to strengthen if they come up to the Premiership and what returning loanee Stephan Omeonga can do for Hibs.Next we speak about teenage talents such as Nathan Patterson that we hope to see play in the Premiership during the second half of the season.Finally we talk about Liverpool v Man Utd, discussing tactics, stats and then each picking out two positions the visitors need a transfer upgrade in and who they could pick up for those roles. Subscribe to the Pure Fitbaw podcast for the weekly flagship show, our dedicated Scottish Championship show and bonus episodes on transfers, topical events, Scottish clubs in Europe and the national team.

Today on the Pure Fitbaw transfer window bonus series we are joined by Allan Edgar (www.twitter.com/allanedg) of Celtic fan led website and podcast 90 Minute Cynic  (www.90minutecynic.com & Patreon) to give his thoughts on the month ahead for the Hoops. Allan & Gavin kick off with a review of how the season has gone so far under Neil Lennon before discussing which players have found themselves on the outside looking in and whether a move to England is the best outcome for Leigh Griffiths. Celtic have already been active in the transfer market, bringing in Patryk Klimala and being heavily linked with Ismaila Soro, so we look at how the Polish forward might fit into the Celtic system and  Allan provides a  comprehensive insight into what Soro could offer as a long term replacement for Scott Brown. Subscribe to the Pure Fitbaw podcast for the weekly flagship show, our dedicated Scottish Championship show and bonus episodes on transfers, topical events, Scottish clubs in Europe and the national team.

Today on the Pure Fitbaw transfer window bonus series we talk Motherwell. Joining the show is podcast host and writer Andy (www.twitter.com/AJR2022 The Longer Listen, MFC, Nutmeg).Andy gives his opinion about Motherwell’s 2019/20 season so far, their recent recruitment and possible ins and outs during this transfer window.Subscribe to the Pure Fitbaw podcast for the weekly flagship show, our dedicated Scottish Championship show and bonus episodes on transfers, topical events, Scottish clubs in Europe and the national team.

Today on the Pure Fitbaw transfer window bonus series we ask Lowland League Catch Up (www.twitter.com/officialcatchup) host Chris Pow about some of the players from that level which clubs in the SPFL should be looking to target. Gavin and Chris talk about why the Lowland League appeals to players and the ambition that is shown by some of the clubs in the league. Finally we preview the Scottish cup ties between: BSC Glasgow vs East KilbrideBonnyrigg Rose vs Clyde Subscribe to the Pure Fitbaw podcast for the weekly flagship show, our dedicated Scottish Championship show and bonus episodes on transfers, topical events, Scottish clubs in Europe and the national team.

Today on the Pure Fitbaw transfer window bonus series we talk St Johnstone. Greg Browning (www.twitter.com/browning84greg) content writer for MrFixItTips & podcaster for The Gambla Tips show gives his thoughts on the season so far for the team he supports and his hopes for the month ahead. Gavin starts by asking about Jason Kerr’s form and the return of Liam Gordon before going on to speak with Greg about Ali McCann’s ability and his contract renewal. We then discuss which players may be moved on by St Johnstone in this window and which players have been linked with moving to the club including two from Inverness CT that Pure Fitbaw think would be a good fit. Subscribe to the Pure Fitbaw podcast for the weekly flagship show, our dedicated Scottish Championship show and bonus episodes on transfers, topical events, Scottish clubs in Europe and the national team.

Football commentator Derek Rae (FIFA 20, Bundesliga International, Amazon Prime Video, NBC, ESPN, Fox) joins the Pure Fitbaw podcast for a wide ranging chat about his career in sports broadcasting.We chat with the German speaking Scot, now residing in Massachusetts USA, about his interest in commentary from an early age, the varied competitions he has covered from Scottish football to World Cup finals matches, his experience working on the FIFA video game and his way of preparing for individual matches. Are you Pure Fitbaw? Subscribe, rate and review the podcast and join us at www.purefitbaw.com and on all social media.

Gavin from the main Pure Fitbaw podcast joins us on the Championship podcast to act as the referee between Chris and Cammy as they discuss the Greenock Morton versus Dunfermline match from the weekend, the Pure Championship Podcast Derby.After the big match discussion, we go through a list of some players we think could and should be interesting clubs in the Scottish Premiership. Have a listen.

This week on the flagship Pure Fitbaw podcast Gavin and Owen talk transfers and Scottish Cup.We discuss a range of moves that have happened or are rumoured to be happening in the Scottish Premiership. We talk about which teams are failing to make the moves they should be and also talk some exits including Whelan and Southwood Next up we debate banning loan moves and removing the winter window as some revolutionary changes to the transfer system.Finally we preview three stand out Scottish Cup matches and predict an upset.Are you Pure Fitbaw? Subscribe, rate and review the podcast and join us at www.purefitbaw.com and on all social media.

Today on the Pure Fitbaw transfer window bonus series we talk Livingston. Euan Rankine of the Talk Livi podcast (www.twitter.com/TalkLivi) gives his thoughts on the season so far for Livingston FC and his hopes for the month ahead. We discuss the recall of loan goalkeeper Matija Sarkic, the fee it might take to buy Lyndon Dykes from Livi and the positions that need strengthened. Subscribe to the Pure Fitbaw podcast for the weekly flagship show, our dedicated Scottish Championship show and bonus episodes on transfers, topical events, Scottish clubs in Europe and the national team.

The Pure Fitbaw transfer window bonus series continues as Gavin Miller is joined by Craig Anderson (The Terrace, www.twitter.com/SPLstats, www.twitter.com/craig_killie) to discuss Kilmarnock. Craig gives his thoughts on the current Killie squad and which positions or areas of the team need strengthened as a priority and why, discusses how it is that the squad has gotten to the point it potentially needs so many new faces and finishes by speaking about whether Angelo Alessio deserved more time. Subscribe to the Pure Fitbaw podcast for the weekly flagship show, our dedicated Scottish Championship show and bonus episodes on transfers, topical events, Scottish clubs in Europe and the national team.

Today on the Pure Fitbaw transfer window bonus series we talk Rangers. Alexander Staff and Adam Thornton of the Heart and Hand podcast (www.heartandhand.co.uk) join the show to give their thoughts on the month ahead.Our guests kick off with a review of how the season has gone so far under Steven Gerrard before discussing which players have found themselves on the outside looking in and might have to look elsewhere this month for minutes.Gavin then asks which out of three Rangers players would Adam and Alex be most willing to accept a transfer bid for in January.Finally we talk about what Rangers need to recruit and some of the transfer rumours that are circling the Ibrox club.Subscribe to the Pure Fitbaw podcast for the weekly flagship show, our dedicated Scottish Championship show and bonus episodes on transfers, topical events, Scottish clubs in Europe and the national team. 

Chris and Cammy talk through matchday 20 of the Scottish Championship, the biggest show in town for the next few weeks.While Morton threaten to block fans on Twitter, other clubs have started their January transfer window business. It's all kicking off and we do our best to cover it all.