Football Daily
1,303 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago - ★★★★ - 888 ratingsMark Chapman, Kelly Cates, Steve Crossman, Darren Fletcher and the rest of the BBC Radio 5 Live Football Daily team bring you the latest news, insight, analysis and big name guests from the Premier League, WSL and the Football League, plus Scottish, International and European football.
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Introducing... Planet Premier League
February 22, 2024 18:01 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBMark Chapman is alongside World Cup winner, Cesc Fabregas, former Man City defender Nedum Onuoha and Statman Dave to give insight and stories from the Premier League in a brand new BBC podcast. In this episode, they discuss the League Cup final between Liverpool and Chelsea, Manchester United's form and Hojlund's goalscoring exploits. To find out more, just search for "Planet Premier League" and hit subscribe.
Arsenal stunned by Porto & Liverpool go 4 points clear
February 21, 2024 23:53 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBMark Chapman is joined by Theo Walcott, Neil Lennon & John Murray. They discuss Arsenal losing 1-0 in stoppage time to Porto in the Champions League, plus hear from Mikel Arteta. Liverpool go four points clear at the top of the Premier League after a 4-1 comeback win over Luton, with reaction from Jurgen Klopp. Plus Sir Jim Ratcliffe speaks for the first time since completing a deal to buy just over 27% of Manchester United. TIMECODES: 00:17 – Arsenal stunned by Porto 17:04 – Liverpool...
Arsenal stunned by Porto & Liverpool go four points clear
February 21, 2024 23:53 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBMark Chapman is joined by Theo Walcott, Neil Lennon & John Murray. They discuss Arsenal losing 1-0 in stoppage time to Porto in the Champions League, plus hear from Mikel Arteta. Liverpool go four points clear at the top of the Premier League after a 4-1 comeback win over Luton, with reaction from Jurgen Klopp. Plus Sir Jim Ratcliffe speaks for the first time since completing a deal to buy just over 27% of Manchester United. TIMECODES: 00:17 – Arsenal stunned by Porto 17:04 – Liverpool...
What Can Manchester United Fans Expect From Jim Ratcliffe?
February 21, 2024 21:11 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBA new era begins for Man Utd but what can fans expect? Sir Jim Ratcliffe sits down with BBC sports editor Dan Roan after completing his deal to buy a 27.7 per cent stake in Manchester United. He says it's a boyhood dream to be involved in United and that restoring them to the pinnacle of English and European football is the greatest challenge. Sir Jim also reveals his plans for a new stadium. Producer: Jonathan McKeith. This is also available as a Sports desk special on BBC Sounds.
Women’s Football Weekly: Rehanne Skinner on coaching & culture at West Ham
February 21, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBBen Haines and England Women’s record goalscorer Ellen White are joined by West Ham manager Rehanne Skinner. The team talk West Ham’s season so far, the title race and the lack of female coaches. Rehanne gives an insight into coaching women and how she has developed the culture at West Ham. Plus a look at England and how they will approach their friendlies against Austria and Italy. And as the Nations League gets underway, who will be making it to Paris 2024? Timecodes: 0:10 Intro 02:05 W...
Haaland boosts Man City's title hopes, Arsenal prepare for Porto
February 20, 2024 23:55 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBKelly Cates looks back on a busy night in the Premier League, Champions League and Championship. Alistair Bruce-Ball and Michael Brown are at the Etihad to react to Manchester City's win over Brentford, which left them a point behind Premier League leaders Liverpool. We also hear from Pep Guardiola and Thomas Frank. Ian Dennis and Pat Nevin are in the San Siro to reflect on Inter Milan's narrow 1-nil win against Atletico Madrid, and we preview Arsenal's return to the Champions League knock...
Monday Night Club: Lockyer LIVE & where’s Sheffield?
February 19, 2024 23:24 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBMark Chapman is with Luton’s Tom Lockyer, Chris Sutton & The New York Times chief soccer correspondent Rory Smith. Tom opens up about his cardiac arrest at Bournemouth and his recovery since. The panel chat title race – will Arsenal be just fine without a striker? Roy Hodgson’s also on the agenda after stepping down as Crystal Palace boss. And BBC Newcastle commentator Nick Barnes reacts to Sunderland sacking Michael Beale. 01:50 Tom Lockyer LIVE and alive 21:40 Who’s going to win the title...
Title race takes shape, Holgate's horror tackle and the real Manchester United?
February 18, 2024 23:05 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBBen Haines and Nedum Onuoha are joined by Nigel Reo-Coker and Mark Ogden to reflect on the weekend’s Premier League football. They discuss the title race and wins for Liverpool and Arsenal as Manchester City dropped points at home against Chelsea. They look at where Manchester United’s 2-1 win over Luton leaves both sides and hear from Erik ten Hag, and discuss the tackle from Mason Holgate that saw Sheffield United play with ten men from the 13th minute of their 5-0 defeat to Brighton. ...
Sports Report: Liverpool & Arsenal win as City stumble
February 17, 2024 21:08 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBMark Chapman presents reaction to Saturday's football fixtures. Mikel Arteta gives his thoughts after Arsenal's thrashing of Burnley at Turf Moor, while Cody Gapko reflects on Liverpool's win away at Brentford which keeps them top of the table. Pep Guardiola is frustrated by missed chances as Man City come from behind to draw with Chelsea, a result that Mauricio Pochettino takes a lot of positives from. Hear David Moyes' thoughts as West Ham continue further into 2024 without a win, and O...
Friday Football Social: Man City’s surge & Dyche interview
February 16, 2024 21:39 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBDarren Fletcher and Don Hutchison talk to Everton manager Sean Dyche. They're joined by Clinton Morrison and Paul Robinson to chat title race – can anyone stop Manchester City? What about the latest on Kylian Mbappé – how would Real Madrid look with him in the team? And should Crystal Palace have handled the Roy Hodgson situation better? 04:10 Can anyone stop Man City? 08:50 Will emotions drive Liverpool on? 12:15 Mbappe to Real Madrid – can it be anywhere else? 18:15 Everton boss Sean Dych...
72+: Cowley talks Colchester and Magnificent Mansfield
February 16, 2024 12:00 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBAaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff and Colchester manager Danny Cowley discuss the latest talking points from the EFL. Danny talks about life at Colchester and living back at home with his brother Nicky and Mansfield Town’s Hiram Boateng talks about his hattrick after a club-record 9-2 win against Harrogate. Plus, they discuss the latest twists in the race for promotion from the Championship as Southampton’s 25-match unbeaten streak comes to an end, Leeds’ winning start to the year continues and discu...
Euro Leagues: Au revoir Kylian Mbappe
February 15, 2024 22:43 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBSteve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Mina Rzouki and Kristof Terreur with reaction to the news that Kylian Mbappe has told PSG he intends to leave at the end of the season. And will Real Madrid be where we see him next? The team talk Bayern Munich and Thomas Tuchel, plus Kristof gives an insight into why Kevin De Bruyne has been so impressive since returning from injury. Timecodes: 00:15 Intro 02:10 Kylian Mbappe 12:15 PSG future 17:05 Bayern Munich 27:30 Kevin De Bruyne
Introducing... Sporting Giants - Pep Guardiola
February 15, 2024 12:45 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBIn this new podcast series Steve Crossman and Guillem Balague explore the life and career of Pep Guardiola. Told from the perspective of former Barcelona teammates Ronald Koeman, Albert Ferrer, Jordi Cruyff and eventual Director of Football Txiki Begiristain - Episode 1 is the ultimate origin story. Journey from the streets of Santpedor to Barca’s world famous La Masia academy and Camp Nou and find out how Pep’s playing days almost ended prematurely and how the legendary Johan Cruyff shaped ...
Lazio stun Bayern & Rangers go joint top
February 14, 2024 23:44 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MBMark Chapman has reaction to Lazio’s shock win vs Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League. He’s joined by Ian Dennis, Chris Sutton and Statman Dave. Also hear from German journalist Raphael Honigstein. The panel chat PSG as they took control of their last-16 tie against Real Sociedad. Hear from Philippe Clement as Rangers go joint top of the Scottish Premiership. And catch up with Kieran McKenna and Steven Schumacher after wins for Ipswich and Stoke in the Championship. 00:15 Ian Dennis’...
Women's Football Weekly: Fran Kirby on Leah Williamson's Lionesses return!
February 14, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBBen Haines and England Women’s record goalscorer Ellen White are joined by England and Chelsea’s Fran Kirby. Fran talks about the England squad announcement including the return of Leah Williamson, and we hear from the England head coach Sarina Wiegman as the team prepare for friendlies against Austria and Italy. Fran also reflects on the FA Cup, her season so far and looks ahead to Chelsea’s big game against Manchester City in the WSL on Friday. Timecodes: 0:10 Intro 03:28 England squad...
City comfortable at Copenhagen & an EFL goal-fest
February 14, 2024 00:07 - 28 minutes - 26 MBKelly Cates is joined by John Murray, Stephen Warnock and Michael Brown from reaction to Manchester City's 1-3 win over FC Copenhagen in the first leg of their last-16 tie. Hear from City boss Pep Guardiola as the team discuss the importance of Kevin De Bruyne's return. They also ask if this is the best we've seen Phil Foden in a Manchester City shirt? Conor McNamara reports on Real Madrid's win over RB Leipzig in Germany - they managed it without Jude Bellingham. And Ian Dennis and Chris ...
Monday Night Club: Moyes’ future & UCL returns
February 12, 2024 22:29 - 42 minutes - 39 MBMark Chapman is joined by Luton winger Andros Townsend, former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton and New York Times chief soccer correspondent Rory Smith. They talk about whether style of play is working against Roy Hodgson and David Moyes. Harry Morris from The West Ham Way has his say after their 6-0 defeat to Arsenal. And the panel chat UEFA Champions League and the Porto presidency ahead of the Round of 16 first legs. 00:30 Is style of play hurting David Moyes & Roy Hodgson? 07:10 Andros cal...
Arsenal hammer West Ham & supersub McTominay
February 11, 2024 23:50 - 40 minutes - 36.6 MBBen Haines has reaction to Sunday’s Premier League games as Arsenal record their biggest Premier League away win, and Scott McTominay gives Manchester United a priceless victory as they fight for Champions League qualification. Ben’s joined by former West Ham and Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker, The Times reporter Charlotte Duncker and ex-striker Adebayo Akinfenwa. Also hear from David Moyes, Mikel Arteta and Erik ten Hag. 01:30 Hot takes from the weekend 02:50 West Ham 0-6 Arsenal 1...
Liverpool go top & Haaland firing
February 10, 2024 22:26 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBAlistair Bruce-Ball, former Republic of Ireland and Spurs defender Stephen Kelly and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards go through all the days Premier League action. Liverpool returned to the top of the Premier League while Erling Haaland scored his first goals for Manchester City since November in a two nil victory over Everton. Down the bottom of the table Sheffield United got an important win over Luton, hear Chris Wilders thoughts on that win. Plus Russell Martin talks Southampton’s comeb...
Kalvin Phillips, Foden's form and Guardiola at Bolton?
February 09, 2024 22:41 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBAaron Paul is joined by Fara Williams, Kevin Nolan and Nigel Reo-Coker to discuss the biggest football stories of the week. They start with the Premier League title race as just one point separates Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal, but who will the panel tip to win the trophy? Kevin Nolan tells us how Kalvin Phillips is settling in at West Ham and the panel discuss what position suits Manchester City’s Phil Foden best. Coventry City midfielder Callum O’Hare joins the pod after a suc...
72+: Nathan Jones targets Premier League return
February 09, 2024 12:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBAaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff talk to new Charlton boss Nathan Jones. They’re joined by Macclesfield manager Alex Bruce for a full episode on the EFL. The Championship promotion race is hotting up with Ipswich faltering. Jon Dahl Tomasson could be on his way out of Blackburn Rovers. And the Port Vale chair writes an open letter to fans after Andy Crosby’s sacking. All that and Jobi has his highlight and lowlight of the week in 72PLUS 72MINUS. 02:10 Can Kieffer Moore get Ipswich out of their r...
Euro Leagues: Ceferin and the Super League
February 08, 2024 21:36 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBGuillem Balague, Raphael Honigstein and James Horncastle join Steve Crossman to react to the news that UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin will not seek re-election for a fourth term despite UEFA members voting to change its rules to allow him to do so. They assess Ceferin’s legacy as the head of European football’s governing body, seeing off the attempted formation of a breakaway 'super league', and discuss whether that’s really still the biggest threat facing UEFA. Plus with two huge gam...
Chelsea cruise past Villa and Forest perfect on penalties
February 07, 2024 23:58 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBKelly Somers hosts the Football Daily podcast as the lineup for the fifth round of the FA Cup is completed following the final fourth round replays. Chelsea will host Leeds United after winning 3-1 at Aston Villa. You can hear reaction from Conor McNamara, Dion Dublin and Rob Green plus the thoughts of Mauricio Pochettino and Unai Emery. Nottingham Forest, meanwhile, will welcome Manchester United after beating Championship side Bristol City 5-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw. Lee Blake...
Women's Football Weekly: What next for Sam Mewis?
February 07, 2024 02:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBBen Haines and England Women’s record goalscorer Ellen White are joined by former United States national team member and World Cup winner Sam Mewis who talks her retirement after struggling to recover from a knee injury. Sam also gives an insight into her time at Manchester City when she played alongside Ellen and her thoughts on her sister Kristie joining West Ham! The Telegraph’s Tom Garry drops by to go over the winners and losers during the transfer window. Plus the team look ahead t...
Monday Night Club: Celebration police, Wolves’ winning ways and Warnock’s welcome
February 05, 2024 23:37 - 38 minutes - 35 MBKelly Cates is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Shay Given for Monday Night Club. They discuss the celebrations after Arsenal beat Liverpool 3-1 on Sunday. Did Mikel Arteta and his players celebrate prematurely? Or are people trying to spoil their fun? Aston Villa are a talking point after they beat Sheffield United in emphatic fashion at the weekend. Ollie Watkins also gets a mention after he reached 11 goals and ten assists this season. Chris Sutton praises Rob Edwards and Luton’s ...
Arsenal cut Liverpool’s lead & copycat celebrations
February 04, 2024 23:23 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBBen Haines and Nedum Onuoha round up Sunday’s Premier League football. They’re joined by former Liverpool winger Stewart Downing and The Athletic’s Adam Crafton. Hear from Mikel Arteta and Jürgen Klopp after Arsenal close the gap on Liverpool. Get Mauricio Pochettino’s reaction as Wolves leapfrog Chelsea, and hear from Erik ten Hag as Manchester United ease past West Ham. 01:10 Highlights of the weekend in ‘Nedum’s Picks’ 03:20 Arsenal close the gap on Liverpool 05:55 Mikel Arteta interview...
Sports Report: Thriller at St James' & Villa pile pressure on The Blades
February 03, 2024 20:59 - 32 minutes - 30 MBMark Chapman presents reaction and analysis of all 5 Premier League fixtures. Hear Eddie Howe & Rob Edwards' thoughts on an incredible 4-4 draw between Newcastle and Luton. Unai Emery rates Aston Villa's chances of Champions League qualification as his side jump into fourth place and keep Sheffield United bottom of the table. Chris Wilder also reflects The Blades' poor performance. Plus, reaction from Goodison Park as Jarrad Branthwaite's late equaliser for Everton held Ange Postecoglu's ...
Premier League Preview: All set for an epic at The Emirates
February 02, 2024 20:38 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBMaz Farookhi is alongside former Tottenham captain Ledley King & ex West Ham and Wolves winger Matt Jarvis to preview this weekend's games. They hear from Jurgen Klopp and Mikel Arteta as they look ahead to their fixture at The Emirates. Erik Ten Hag explains his woes as Manchester United didn't recruit in the January transfer window, and Mauricio Pochettino gives his thoughts on the battle between short-term success and long-term progress. Plus, they hear why Sheffield United boss Chris Wil...
72+: Deadline day drama & Black Country crowd trouble
February 02, 2024 12:00 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBAaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by West Brom captain Jed Wallace. They rank their top signings of the January transfer window and give their reaction to crowd trouble in the West Brom-Wolves match. Also on the agenda is Darren Moore’s departure from Huddersfield Town, and Portsmouth commentator Andy Moon joins the pod with Pompey splashing the cash at the top of League One. 02:05 Jed Wallace on crowd trouble in the Black County derby 07:20 The panel rank their top five January signin...
Mainoo madness at Molineux and Phillips' difficult debut
February 02, 2024 00:01 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBSteve Crossman hosts reaction to Manchester United's stoppage-time win at Wolves with teenager Kobbie Mainoo scoring a 97th minute winner. He's joined by Jonathan Pearce, former England and Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson and ESPN Senior Writer Mark Ogden to discuss the crazy finish at Molineux plus you can hear the post-match thoughts of Erik ten Hag and Gary O'Neil. Conor McNamara and former West Ham winger Matt Jarvis also round up the action at the London Stadium with West Ham and...
Euro Leagues: Who wants the Barcelona job?
February 01, 2024 17:21 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBBen Haines makes his debut - and is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Rafa Honigstein. They discuss the pressure of managing Barcelona and who would be the right fit to succeed Xavi at the Spanish club. They also debate whether Xabi Alonso is right for Liverpool, explain why January has not been smooth sailing for Bayern Munich and, with Green Football Weekend returning in England, the team shed some light on sustainability initiatives taking place across Europe. They also pick o...
Rampant Reds, clinical City & thrills at Tottenham
February 01, 2024 02:11 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBMark Chapman presents reaction to Liverpool's 4-1 Premier League win over Chelsea. He is joined by John Murray, Chris Sutton and Stewart Downing. They also discuss Manchester City's 3-1 win over Burnley and Tottenham's 3-2 victory at home to Brentford and hear the post-match thoughts of the managers. TIMECODES: 00:31 - Liverpool 4-1 Chelsea 05:20 - Jurgen Klopp 12:04 - Mauricio Pochettino 16:00 - Man City 3-1 Burnley 16:20 - Pep Guardiola 18:22 - Vincent Kompany quotes 19:25 - Tottenham 3-...
Women’s Football Weekly: Miedema stars and City insight with Esme Morgan
January 31, 2024 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBBen Haines and England Women’s record goalscorer Ellen White are joined by Manchester City and England defender Esme Morgan. The team reflect on the weekend's WSL action including a stunning strike from Miedema and Lauren James impresses yet again! Esme talks City’s season so far, and about teammate Jill Roord, who is the latest player to suffer an ACL injury. She also gives an insight into the World Cup and her role as part of the England team. Plus fellow Lioness, Brighton’s Katie Robi...
Lively Luton beat Brighton & Villa's record ruined
January 31, 2024 00:47 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBKelly Cates presents reaction to Tuesday's Premier League matches. Hear from Rob Edwards after Luton Town beat Brighton 4-0 to take them out of the relegation zone. Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi tells John Southall about a difficult evening for his side. Aston Villa suffered their first home defeat since February 2023 when they were beaten 3-1 by Newcastle United. Eddie Howe gives his thoughts after a big game at Villa Park. Ian Dennis and Dion Dublin join the pod from the City Ground...
Monday Night Club: Life after Klopp, Mark Robins and a festival of ideas
January 29, 2024 23:04 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBMark Chapman presents the Monday Night Club with Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Conor Coady. Helped by Statman Dave, they consider what Liverpool might look like after Jurgen Klopp and his management team leave the club at the end of the season. Discussion then moves on to Marcus Rashford, after his absence from Manchester United's win over Newport was described by boss Erik ten Hag as an 'internal matter'. Coventry City manager Mark Robins then joins the show, with his side again fighting for...
Man Utd survive Newport scare & crowd trouble at the Hawthorns
January 28, 2024 22:10 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBBen Haines & Nedum Onuoha are alongside former Chelsea defender Mario Melchiot and The Times' Charlotte Duncker for reaction to Sunday's FA Cup action. They discuss Manchester United seeing off Newport County's brave attempt at a giant-killing & crowd disorder at the Black Country derby. Plus Liverpool's first game since Jurgen Klopp announced he will leave & Maidstone's 5th Round draw. Hear from Erik ten Hag, Jed Wallace, Gary O'Neil & Jurgen Klopp. TIMECODES: 2:09 - Nedum's picks 4:40...
Sports Report: Maidstone United’s FA Cup Magic
January 27, 2024 23:03 - 32 minutes - 30 MBMark Chapman presents reaction to Saturday’s football fixtures. Alistair Bruce-Ball joins the pod after commentating on the biggest upset which saw Maidstone United beat Ipswich Town 2-1. Hear from Maidstone United manager George Elokobi after an emotional day for his side. Luton Town's Cauley Rudrow speaks to Gary Flintoff after his goal in the final seconds of added time knocked Everton out of the FA Cup. We’ll also hear from Newcastle United’s Eddie Howe and Kieran Trippier after they b...
Jurgen Klopp to leave Liverpool
January 26, 2024 23:15 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBDarren Fletcher brings you a special Football Daily podcast reacting to Jurgen Klopp's shock decision to step down as Liverpool manager at the end of the season. He's joined by former Brighton striker Glenn Murray with John Murray, former Liverpool winger Steve McManaman, BBC Radio Merseyside's Giulia Bould, Daily Mail reporter Dominic King and Neil Atkinson from The Anfield Wrap also giving their thoughts. 0:25 - Jurgen Klopp announces he will leave Liverpool 2:30 - John Murray reactio...
72+: Forest Green Rovers' Dale Vince on why he sacked Troy Deeney
January 26, 2024 14:14 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBAaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff and Cheltenham manager Darrell Clarke discuss all the latest from the EFL. After sacking Troy Deeney and appointing Steve Cotterill, Forest Green Rovers’ chairman Dale Vince talks about their strategy for the rest of the season after a difficult start. The panel also look at Charlton’s decision to sack Michael Appleton after just four months. Plus, hear the latest on Shrewsbury’s appointment of Paul Hurst and Darrell talks about his bid to keep Cheltenham in League...
Euro Leagues: Tackling racism in Italy and where next for Osimhen?
January 25, 2024 23:30 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBSteve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Kristof Terreur and Mina Rzouki to discuss the latest stories in European football. They talk Victor Osimhen after the Napoli striker said he’s decided which club he’ll move to next. Could we see him in the Premier League? Or is Saudi Arabia a more realistic destination? The panel talk punishments after Udinese banned five fans who racially abused AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan. They discuss what other European leagues are doing to combat raci...
Liverpool beat Fulham to set up Chelsea final
January 24, 2024 23:50 - 29 minutes - 27 MBSteve Crossman has reaction to Liverpool’s win over Fulham in the EFL Cup semis, as they book their place in February’s final with Chelsea. Hear from Chris Sutton, correspondent John Murray, Jürgen Klopp and Harvey Elliott. Gilly Flaherty watched Chelsea women beat Real Madrid to progress to the Champions League quarter-finals. And get the latest from AFCON as Ivory Coast progress, despite sacking their manager, and Namibia book a first appearance in the last 16. 02:20 Liverpool show their ...
Women's Football Weekly: Lauren James shines as United struggle
January 24, 2024 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBBen Haines and England Women’s record goalscorer Ellen White are joined by Liverpool captain Taylor Hinds. The team reflect on the WSL weekend results, Liverpool’s season so far and the psychology within the squad, plus Taylor’s England aspirations. Partick Thistle manager Brian Graham also drops by to talk about his team who are part-time and have reached the SWPL Cup final, the club's first final appearance in 53 years. Brian also plays for the men’s side and discusses the dilemma he has...
Chelsea batter Boro at the Bridge
January 24, 2024 00:57 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBKelly Cates is alongside Ian Dennis, former Brighton & Crystal Palace striker Glenn Murray, and former Middlesbrough and England winger Stewart Downing as Chelsea put 6 past Middlesbrough to reach the EFL Cup final. Hear from Chelsea's captain on the night, Ben Chilwell, as well as Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick. They also look ahead to the other EFL Cup semi-final second leg between Fulham & Liverpool, with Jurgen Klopp's side going into that with a 2-1 lead. Get the opinions of bo...
When Lineker met Sir Elton
November 24, 2023 18:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBAhead of a new book launch, 'Watford Forever' by John Preston – which tells the story of how Sir Elton John and Graham Taylor saved Watford, the pop legend sits down with Gary Lineker to talk about his love of football, why FA Cup finals are like headlining Glastonbury and why Wrexham owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney remind him of himself.
Lionel Messi: Destiny
October 30, 2023 21:38 - 30 minutes - 28 MBLionel Messi has won his eighth Ballon d’Or and Guillem Balague gives a behind-the-scenes account of how in Qatar, the Argentinian won the World Cup. Guillem hears from the biggest names in the sport; from Aston Villa and Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, former England forward Gary Lineker and ex-Argentina defender, Pablo Zabaleta - who give their unique perspectives on what happened during that tournament. We are taken on a journey – from that shock loss in Argentina’s opening game a...
Remembering Sir Bobby Charlton
October 21, 2023 18:11 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBThis is a special episode celebrating the life of England and Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton. Mark Chapman is joined by former England strikers Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer, as well as former Man Utd captain Steve Bruce. Also hear from football correspondent John Murray, former England manager Roy Hodgson, ex-Man Utd players Wayne Rooney and Michael Carrick, and Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola. And hear archive audio from Sir Bobby himself on winning the World Cup. 02:05 Fo...
Euro Leagues: Julen Lopetegui special
October 11, 2023 22:03 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MBSteve Crossman & Guillem Balague are joined by Julen Lopetegui. They discuss Julen’s journey so far, from Asteasu in the Basque Country to Wolves. Coaching the Spanish national team and Real Madrid. Plus Spanish managers in the Premier League and why a Basque flavour can be important. TOPICS: 08:23 – Talks about living in Wolverhampton 12:48 – Next job in England? 15:30 – Leaving Wolves 26:27 – Chat about managers that coached him 31:00 – Talks about John Toshack 35:05 – On playing wit...
The Art of “Housery”
July 16, 2023 15:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBMark Chapman is joined by Micah Richards, Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and guests as they delve into the ‘dark arts’ in football. From pinches, punches and meaty challenges. To distraction tactics, timewasting and taunting opposition fans - there’s been plenty of ‘housery’ employed over the years. [Initial publication - Thursday, December 22nd 2022]
Introducing… Match of the Day Africa: Top 10
July 05, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBFour-time African Footballer of the Year, Yaya Touré, Africa Cup of Nations winner, Efan Ekoku, and former D.R. Congo captain, Gabriel Zakuani, debate all things African football in a new podcast from the BBC World Service, Match of The Day Africa: Top 10. In each episode they’ll debate a topic, ranging from the best African goalscorers to the continent’s biggest World Cup moment, and decide on their top 10 from a shortlist compiled by a panel of African Football experts. Search for ‘Mat...
72+ Top 10: Play-off Moments
June 23, 2023 15:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBThe Football Daily’s 72+ team of Aaron Paul, Phil Brown & Jobi McAnuff discuss and debate their EFL top 10s in this brand new mini-series. In episode one, the guys rank the big play-off moments. From Dean Windass to Troy Deeney, and from Josh Windass to Bobby Zamora – who will top the lot?