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Euro 2012 Football Phrase: To be omitted (from)

damianf — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 17:40:27 +0000

During the Euro 2012 tournament the languagecaster team will be looking at some of the words and phrases that emerge from the competition. Today we explain the phrase 'to be omitted from'.

Euro 2012 Quiz: Capital Cities

damianf — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 15:07:43 +0000

How much do you know about the geography of the 16 teams taking part in the 2012 European Championship? Answer the 8 questions below about the capital cities of the competing countries.

Euro 2012 Predictions Competition

damianf — Sun, 03 Jun 2012 17:44:58 +0000

Languagecaster are hosting a Euro 2012 prediction competition with Amazon book tokens as prizes. Which team will do you think win the Euros? Can Spain retain the trophy? Will German finally deliver? Can an outsider like Ireland do well? What about dark horses Portugal, Russia or France? Or maybe even England? Click on the link [...]

Euro 2012 Footbal Phrase: To be in tatters

damianf — Sun, 03 Jun 2012 13:40:38 +0000

During the Euro 2012 tournament the languagecaster team will be looking at some of the words and phrases that emerge from the competition. Today we explain the phrase 'to be in tatters'.

Euro 2012 Quiz 1: The Build-Up

damianf — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:17:58 +0000

Euro 2012 begins next week and languagecaster is going to be posting regular quizzes to help you understand the tournament a little better. The first quiz asks you about some of the key phrases associated wiith the build-up to the tournament.

Poll: Who will win Euro 2012?

damianf — Wed, 30 May 2012 21:37:35 +0000

The 2012 European Championship kicks off on June 8th when Poland take on Greece in the opening match. Spain are the holders and are many people's favourites to win though some pundits are also tipping Germany and Holland to do well. Who do you think will win the Euros? Dark horses France? The host nations Ukraine or Poland? Or maybe even England? Vote below in our Euro 2012 poll.

Weekly Football Phrase: To be doubtful for

damianf — Sun, 27 May 2012 14:48:35 +0000

As many international sides prepare for the European Championships on this week's show we take a look at the phrase 'to be doubtful for'

Main Listening Report: Review of Liverpool’s 2012 Season

grell — Sat, 26 May 2012 09:48:03 +0000

It is the end of the season and so on this week’s main listening report Damon takes a look at his club’s Liverpool highs and lows from this season. While reading the report or listening to the podcast, learn useful football phrases and vocabulary (in bold) by checking the language support at the bottom of [...]

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Chelsea, Montpellier, Napoli, Bayern Munich and Auxerre

damianf — Mon, 21 May 2012 06:26:37 +0000

On this week's review section we congratulate the new champions of Europe, the new champions of France and the new Italian Cup winners, while Bayern and Auxerre also feature in our bad and ugly sections.

Poll: Who will win the 2012 Champions League Final?

damianf — Wed, 16 May 2012 16:32:29 +0000

This Saturday sees the culmination of the European football season - the UEFA Champions League final between Bayern Munich and Chelsea. Few would have predicted these two sides to meet in the final but what about predicting the winner? Are Chelsea's name on the cup? Will Bayern's home advantage count?Click on the poll below and let us know what you think.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Man City, Aston Villa and Joey Barton

damianf — Tue, 15 May 2012 21:10:39 +0000

On this week's review section we salute the new champions of England, while Aston Villa fire their manager and Joey Barton also feature in our bad and ugly sections.

Languagecaster Podcast: The Big European Leagues

grell — Tue, 15 May 2012 12:22:51 +0000

On this week’s podcast, languagecaster takes alook at the Premier League, the Bundesliga, Ligue 1 and La Liga. Remember, you can also: Listen only to the main report here – complete with transcript and vocabulary Learners of English can review the footballing news from around the world in our good, the bad and the ugly [...]

Football Cliche: It’s The Hope that Kills You

damianf — Tue, 15 May 2012 07:37:06 +0000

This week's football cliche is 'It's the hope that kills you'

Main Listening Report: European Season Finale – England, Germany, Spain, Italy, Turkey and France

damianf — Sat, 12 May 2012 13:40:00 +0000

On this week's main listening report Damian and Damon take a look at some of the key end of season matches in some of the big leagues in Europe.

Weekly Football Phrase: To Nutmeg

grell — Thu, 10 May 2012 20:02:03 +0000

Each week the languagecaster team will explain a football phrase or cliche for learners of English who love the sport. On this week's show to nutmeg someone.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Atletico, Juventus, Blackburn and Granada Ban

damianf — Thu, 10 May 2012 18:39:09 +0000

On this week's review section we salute the champions of Italy and the Europa League, while relegated Blackburn and Spanish side Granada both feature in our bad and ugly sections.

Languagecaster Predictions: Title deciders, Argentina, the Champions League Final and more

grell — Wed, 09 May 2012 12:43:58 +0000

The European season is reaching its climax and languagecaster is coming to the end of the predictions battle, too. Some fantastic games this week to look forward to!

Languagecaster Podcast: FA Cup Final 2012

damianf — Sun, 06 May 2012 23:18:41 +0000

On this week's podcast, we take a look at the English FA Cup Final between Chelsea and Liverpool.

Main Listening Report: The FA Cup In Numbers

damianf — Sun, 06 May 2012 22:20:54 +0000

On this week's main listening report we preview the FA Cup final between Chelsea and Liverpool by taking a look at the oldest competition in the world through numbers.

Weekly Football Phrase: Be on the Plane

grell — Thu, 03 May 2012 23:49:09 +0000

This week at languagecaster.com we look at a cliche that is used whenever there is a big football tournament: be on the plane.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Real Madrid, Ajax, Manchester United and a Fiorentina Punch

damianf — Thu, 03 May 2012 19:48:40 +0000

On this week's review section we salute the champions of Spain and Holland, wonder what happened to Manchester United and are shocked to see a manager attack a player in Italy.

Languagecaster Predictions: FA Cup Final, Europa League Final and Title Deciders in Italy and England

damianf — Thu, 03 May 2012 18:13:20 +0000

Listen to Damon and Damian discussing their predictions: the FA Cup final takes place this weekend, while there are also crucial matches involving teams at the top in Italy and England, while the All-Spanish Europa League final takes place next week.

Languagecaster Podcast: The Title Decider – MU vs MC

grell — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 00:21:03 +0000

On this week's podcast, two fans tell us what they think will happen n the Manchester derby next Monday.

Main Listening Report: The Manchester Derby

grell — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 08:34:19 +0000

On this week's main listening report we interview a Manchester United fan and a Manchester City fan and ask them what they think will happen next Monday when their teams clash in the Manchester Derby.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Dortmund Champions, Dark Days for Barcelona and Genoa Fans

damianf — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:36:17 +0000

Champions crowned, champions dethroned and shameful scenes in Italy - the weekly Good the bad and the Ugly from languagecaster

Languagecaster Predictions: English, Scottish, French and Spanish Leagues

grell — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 22:21:04 +0000

The English, Scottish, French and Spanish leagues all feature on this week's predictions.

Weekly Football Phrase: A Soft Goal

grell — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:23:09 +0000

| Subscribe: Weekly Football Phrase Each week the languagecaster team will explain a football phrase or cliche for learners of English who love the sport. On this week’s show we take a look at the phrase ‘a soft goal’. Click on the link below to learn about the word or phrase, while you can also [...]

Main Listening Report: Champions League Semi-Final Preview

damianf — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 23:22:42 +0000

On this week's main listening report we preview the Champions League Semi-final second legs that are both delicately poised: Real Madrid face Bayern Munich while on Tuesday Barcelona host Chelsea

Weekly Football Phrase: Their Name is on the Cup

damianf — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:51:53 +0000

On this week's show we take a look at the cliche 'Their name is on the Cup'

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Muamba, Wigan, Edinburgh, Morosini and Chelsea Fans

damianf — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 23:12:08 +0000

On this week's review section we congratulate Hearts, Hibernian and Wigan and we smile at Muamba's release from hospital but are sad at the death of Italian player Morosini and are amazed at the behaviour of Chelsea Fans

Languagecaster Predictions: El Clásico and Champions League Semi-finals

damianf — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 21:00:48 +0000

On this week's predictions we focus on the Champions League semi-final second legs and feature big games in England and Spain where Barcelona and Real play out another important clásico.

Main Listening Report: Two Semi Finals; Two Derbies

grell — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 11:17:16 +0000

On this week's main listening report we look ahead to this weekend's FA Cup semi-finals which sees both games involving two local rivals.

Languagecaster Podcast: The FA Cup semi finals

grell — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 07:35:08 +0000

On this week's podcast, Damon and Damian put the spotlight on their two teams, Liverpool and Tottenham, and the FA Cup semi finals.

Weekly Football Phrase: to lose ground

grell — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:06:47 +0000

Each week the languagecaster team will explain a football phrase or cliche for learners of English who love the sport. On this week's show we take a look at the phrase 'To lose ground'.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Dortmund, Celtic, Robben and Referee Bashing

damianf — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:49:30 +0000

On this week's review section we congratulate Messi, Dortmund and Celtic, while we report on Arjen Robben's nightmare game and sympathise with English referees.

Languagecaster Predictions: Champions League and FA Cup Semi-Finals

damianf — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:47:53 +0000

On this week's predictions we focus on semi-finals: The FA Cup and Champions League semi-finals. Will we see Damon and Damian's teams in the final at Wembley in May?

Languagecaster Podcast: Italy’s Chances in Group C

damianf — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 16:29:08 +0000

On this week's podcast, we preview Italy's chances at this summer's European Championships in Poland and the Ukraine.

Main Listening Report: Euro 2012 – Italy

damianf — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:51:14 +0000

On this week's main listening report we look ahead to this summer's European Championships in Poland and Ukraine and focus on Italy's chances in Group C.

Languagecaster Predictions: Top of the Bundesliga and the Madrid Derby

damianf — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 23:38:55 +0000

This week on languagecaster's predictions we have games from the top of the table in Germany, Spain, England and France.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Champions League, Sour Grapes and Fighting Wolves

damianf — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 23:08:56 +0000

On this week's review section we congratulate Barcelona, Bayern, Chelsea and Real Madrid, laugh at sour grapes and wonder at a pair of fighting Wolves.