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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Episodes
The Making of Mikel
June 22, 2023 15:00 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBA BBC World Service documentary revealing the untold stories behind Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta’s journey to the top. In Barcelona, former Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina relives his time sharing bunk beds with Arteta at the world-famous La Masia academy, declaring that the boy from the Basque country was “born to be a manager”. Presenter John Bennett travels to Arteta’s home town of San Sebastian to meet his childhood coach at a small club, next to a hair salon, that has become an amazin...
Roddy’s Game
June 22, 2023 00:05 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBRoddy Forsyth is joined by Connie McLaughlin and Pat Nevin to reflect on his 42-year career covering Scottish football at the BBC. We’re joined by former Celtic manager Martin O’Neill and football correspondent John Murray. We hear from former Rangers and England captain Terry Butcher and there’s a special message from Roddy’s family.
Sports Report: Man City four clear & Chelsea win
May 06, 2023 19:23 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBMark Chapman and 5 Live Sport’s team of reporters take you through the biggest stories from Saturday’s Premier League action as Manchester City beat big Sam’s Leeds and Chelsea get their first win since Lampard’s return. Alan Shearer also joins the pod to give his thoughts on the 3 o’clock results – PLUS you’ll hear reaction from the likes of Pep Guardiola, Sam Allardyce and Frank Lampard.
Allardyce prepares for Leeds debut and Warnock works his magic
May 05, 2023 23:48 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBDarren Fletcher is joined by Dion Dublin, Kevin Nolan and David James to look ahead to the weekend's Premier League action, including Sam Allardyce's first game as Leeds manager, away to Manchester City. Kevin tells us what Leeds' players can expect from their new boss in the coming weeks. There's also a look ahead to Nottingham Forest's crucial relegation clash with Southampton and the panel ask if failing to win a trophy would leave Arsenal disappointed this season. We also hear from Ne...
Euro Leagues: Messi's next move & Napoli crowned champions
May 04, 2023 22:22 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBSteve Crossman, Guillem Balague, Raphael Honigstein & Kristof Terreur discuss Lionel Messi's next move after PSG. Is he still good enough to play in Europe? As Euro Leagues was being recorded, Napoli were crowned Serie A champions for the first time in 33 years and who better to reflect on their victory than James Horncastle? And what did Europe think of Sam Allardyce's comments about being better than Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp? 2’45 – Kristof on Belgium’s snooker mania 4’56 – What i...
Historic Haaland puts Man City back on top
May 03, 2023 23:10 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBMark Chapman is joined by Charlie Adam, Kevin Campbell and Statman Dave for reaction to Erling Haaland making history as he scores his 35th goal of the season, putting Man City back on top of the table after beating West Ham at the Etihad. We get the thoughts of Lee Blakeman and Paul Robinson at Anfield after a Mohamed Salah penalty sees off Fulham, and hear from Pep Guardiola, Jurgen Klopp, David Moyes and Sam Allardyce after his first day in charge of Leeds. Plus, Guillem Balague gives the ...
Arsenal back on top
May 02, 2023 23:05 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBKelly Cates is joined by former Premier League goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer and football correspondent John Murray to react to Arsenal going back to the top of the Premier League. Their 3-1 win over Chelsea is their first win in five games, so do Arsenal fans still think they can win the league? Hear from Chelsea fan Chris about what has gone wrong at his club this season, and the panel discuss whether Sam Allardyce is the right appointment for Leeds. 3’20 - Host of the ‘Chronicles of a Goone...
72+: Taylor’s triumph, Woolfy’s win & the final fixtures
May 02, 2023 22:38 - 44 minutes - 41 MBAaron Paul looks ahead to the final round of EFL fixtures with many a promotion and relegation still to be decided. He’s joined by ex-Huddersfield boss Danny Cowley and Bolton striker Cameron Jerome. Catch interviews with manager Matt Taylor after Rotherham secured Championship survival, and defender Luke Woolfenden after Ipswich won League One promotion. Also hear from Millwall’s Gary Rowett and Derby’s Paul Warne. TOPICS: 2:05 – Champ play-offs, 7:35 – Rotherham, 14:45 – Champ survival, 21...
MNC: Klopp’s antics & Richarlison’s tattoos
May 01, 2023 22:30 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBSteve Crossman presents the Monday Night Club with Micah Richards, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith. They react to Liverpool’s 4-3 win over Tottenham and have their say on the Premier League survival battle. Also hear from Michael Brown, Dean Smith and Sean Dyche after Leicester 2-2 Everton. TOPICS: 4:00 – Liverpool-Tottenham, 12:40 – Richarlison, 19:05 – Bournemouth, 26:10 – Leeds, 36:25 – Everton, 40:10 – Leicester-Everton.
Wolfsburg break Arsenal hearts
May 01, 2023 20:52 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBVicki Sparks is joined by Gilly Flaherty and Rachel Corsie from inside the Emirates following Arsenal Women’s loss against Wolfsburg which saw them miss out on the Champions League Final. They reflect on a performance which saw Wolfsburg win the tie deep into extra time and discuss what this means for English teams in Europe moving forward.
Manchester City go top, Liverpool & Spurs in seven goal thriller
April 30, 2023 20:57 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBBen Haines is joined by former Spurs defender Stephen Kelly, Scotland and Aston Villa defender Rachel Corsie and football reporter for The Times Charlotte Duncker. The team dissect Sunday's Premier League matches including Manchester City going top of the league for the first time since mid-February and Liverpool's last gasp win against Spurs after letting their three-goal lead slip. Hear from Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp who pulled a muscle celebrating Jota's winner, as well as Manchester C...
Sports Report: Brighton rock Wolves and Forest fall to Brentford
April 29, 2023 21:15 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBMark Chapman presents reaction to a dramatic day in the Premier League, EFL and Scotland as Brighton keep themselves in the hunt for a European spot by thrashing Wolves 6-nil. Meanwhile Nottingham Forest's hopes of staying up were dealt a blow as they were beaten at Brentford. And Crystal Palace reach the 40-point mark with an exciting 4-3 win over West Ham.. There's also plenty of reaction to a busy day in the EFL as Plymouth, Ipswich and Stevenage celebrate promotion, while Wigan Athletic ...
Toffee's trouble, Norwood’s night out and Kane’s contract
April 28, 2023 22:32 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBAaron Paul is joined by Glenn Murray, Kevin Campbell and Brad Friedel to look ahead to the Premier League weekend. After Everton’s latest defeat, Ped Mcpartland from Toffee TV drops by to explain his fears for the club before Ollie Norwood shares all on Sheffield United’s promotion party. Finally Harry Kane’s future is up for debate with Ryan Mason trying to salvage Spurs’ season. TIMECODES 01:04 – Relegation battle 08:08 - Ped Mcpartland from Tofee TV on Everton 23:26 - Ollie Norwood 32...
72+: Kompany takes the title, Hartlepool head for non-league
April 28, 2023 13:48 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBAs the regular EFL season heads towards a climax, Aaron Paul, Michael Appleton and Joe Jacobson look at the key promotion and relegation issues in all three divisions. Vincent Kompany speaks to the pod in the week Burnley secured the Championship title and discuss Sheffield United joining them in the Premier League next season. At the opposite end, with Hartlepool United poised to drop out of the EFL, BBC Radio Tees' Rob Law explains why chairman Raj Singh has put the club up for sale. An...
Valuable victories for Newcastle & Bournemouth as Spurs battle back against Man United
April 28, 2023 00:31 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBSteve Crossman is joined by Michael Brown and Scotland & Aston Villa defender Rachel Corsie for reaction to Thursday's Premier League matches. Ian Dennis and Clinton Morrison bring thoughts from Goodison Park, while Conor McNamara is alongside Stephen Kelly at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Chris Wise is at St. Mary's. Hear from Callum Wilson, Sean Dyche and Gary O'Neil. Plus, Vicki Sparks and Laura Bassett are at the Camp Nou as Chelsea are knocked out of the Women's Champions League by B...
Euro Leagues: Tuchel’s turmoil and Poch to return to the Prem?
April 27, 2023 22:01 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBSteve Crossman is joined by Rafa Honigstein, James Horncastle and Julien Laurens to discuss the potential return of Mauricio Pochettino to the Premier League with Chelsea, as well as Juventus’ return into the Serie A top 4, for the time being. The team also discuss Alexis Sanchez’ resurgence at Marseille, and Bayern Munich’s troubles under Thomas Tuchel.
Advantage Manchester City…
April 27, 2023 00:03 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBMark Chapman is joined by former Manchester City goalkeeper Shay Given, former Leicester City defender Robert Huth, former Aston Villa striker Dion Dublin and football correspondent John Murray to reflect on Manchester City’s 4-1 win over Arsenal. The panel discuss how Manchester City’s tactics secured an impressive victory, the importance of Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland’s partnership for the club this season and if the title race is now over. You’ll hear from Nottingham Forest man...
Vardy rescues Leicester, Villa's remarkable rise & the title race decider
April 25, 2023 23:18 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBKelly Cates is joined by Everton midfielder Izzy Christiansen and former Premier League midfielders Jobi McAnuff and Charlie Adam to reflect on Tuesday's Premier League action. Wolves have taken a big step to securing their Premier League safety, while Leeds couldn’t hang on against Leicester as they both battled it out at the bottom. And there was a big win for Aston Villa, who are up to fifth and continue their dream of European football next season. The panel also discuss some big result...
MNC: Spurs trouble. City treble?
April 24, 2023 22:15 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBMark Chapman, Chris Sutton, Micah Richards and Rory Smith are on the Monday Night Club. The team are joined by Spurs correspondent for The Athletic Jack Pitt-Brooke following the sacking of Cristian Stellini after their 6-1 thrashing to Newcastle. And will Manchester City win the treble? Paul Dalglish also joins the team to chat about life as a football agent and how his FIFA exam went. TOPICS 3:13 Stellini sacking 10:10 Jack Pitt-Brooke 26:12 Manchester City & the title race 35:52 Paul Dal...
Newcastle humiliate Spurs & West Ham thrash Bournemouth
April 23, 2023 21:19 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBIn this episode of the pod, Ben Haines is joined by former Tottenham defender Stephen Kelly, ex-West Ham midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker and The Daily Telegraph's Northern Football Writer Luke Edwards. First up, reaction to an incredible game at St James' Park which saw Newcastle thump Tottenham 6-1 and move third in the Premier League. After conceding five goals in just 21 minutes, the panel reflect on a 'shambolic' and 'embarrassing' Spurs display throughout the team. Hear from an emotional Chr...
Leicester bounce back & Treble still on for Man City
April 22, 2023 22:13 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBThis episode looks back on all the big stories from Saturday’s football action and Aaron Paul has just the line-up to do that. Former Liverpool and Aston Villa midfielder Stewart Downing and The Athletic’s Jack Pitt-Brooke join the pod and they start in the Premier League as there was big movement at the bottom of the table. Leicester got their first Premier League win in 10 games after they got the better of Wolves, and those vital three points pushed them out of the drop zone. They hear ...
Arsenal fight back but will Southampton slip-up prove costly?
April 22, 2023 00:16 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBAaron Paul presents reaction as Arsenal’s title hopes take another slip after a dramatic 3-3 draw at home to relegation-threatened Southampton. Hear from Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta on what a third consecutive draw means for his side’s title ambitions, ahead of Wednesday’s crucial encounter with Manchester City. Aaron is also joined by Sebastien Bassong and Nigel Reo-Coker to look ahead to the weekend’s FA Cup semi-finals, asking whether Sheffield United can shock Pep Guardiola's Man City...
72+: Hecky’s Blades at Wembley & Rovers’ return?
April 21, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBAaron Paul is joined by Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom ahead of their FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City at Wembley. Ex-Hull boss Phil Brown and Rochdale’s Ian Henderson have their say on the week’s big EFL stories, including Port Vale sacking Darrell Clarke. Also hear from Blackburn CEO Steve Waggott, Plymouth boss Steven Schumacher and Hartlepool manager John Askey. And catch a Leyton Orient fan’s reaction after they were promoted in bizarre circumstances. TOPICS: 4:50 – S...
Sevilla sink Man United & West Ham make the semis
April 20, 2023 23:56 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBEleanor Oldroyd is joined by former Crystal Palace forward Clinton Morrison, ex-West Ham and Chelsea goalkeeper Rob Green and commentator Alistair Bruce-Ball as they delve into what went wrong for Manchester United as they were stunned by Sevilla in Spain in the Europa League quarter-final, losing 3-0 on the night and 5-2 on aggregate. They hear from fan Scott Saunders from the Promised Land podcast, who is still in shock about the result, and ask how United can improve heading into that huge...
Euro Leagues: Leao, Lukaku and Jennifer Lopez
April 20, 2023 19:09 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBSteve Crossman is joined by Julien Laurens, James Horncastle and Guillem Balague to review the Champions League quarter-finals. They look at the Milan clubs after both AC Milan and Inter made it through to set up a mouth-watering showdown. The panels asks whether Manchester City can gain revenge on Real Madrid, 12 months on from last season’s dramatic semi-final defeat. And we celebrate the career and personality of Real Betis winger Joaquin, who announced his retirement this week at the ...
City's Champions League charge continues
April 20, 2023 00:37 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBMark Chapman is joined by John Murray, Stephen Warnock and Nedum Onuoha to reflect on Man City progressing through to the semi-finals of the Champions League after a 1-1 draw at Bayern Munich helped them to a 4-1 aggregate win. They also look ahead to Inter Milan facing rivals AC Milan in the other semi-final and discuss the latest in the Championship and the Women's Super League. TIMECODES: 01:03 - Manchester City 03:55 - Post-match reaction with Pep Guardiola 15:45 - Inter Milan 20:49 - C...
Chelsea's season over?
April 18, 2023 22:35 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBKelly Cates is joined by Ian Dennis, Lee Dixon and Asmir Begovic to reflect on Chelsea being knocked out of the Champions League by Real Madrid. Mina Rzouki drops by after AC Milan edged past Napoli in the second leg of their quarter-final to reach the last four before a trip to Munich where John Murray and Stephen Warnock look ahead to Manchester City's visit to Bayern. Finally, after Leyton Orient secured promotion to League One, Kris Temple speaks to manager Richie Wellens amongst the cele...
MNC: Brilliant Brighton & Boehly’s blunders
April 17, 2023 22:10 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBMark Chapman hosts the Monday Night Club with Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Dion Dublin. They discuss Brighton with the club's technical director David Weir, the title race and how Arsenal gave away a 2-0 lead to West Ham. Is this the most humiliating season for Chelsea and should owners go into the changing room? And we head to Elland Road with Conor McNamara and former Leeds United keeper Paul Robinson as Javi Gracia’s side were thumped 6-1 by Liverpool - we’ll also hear from Jurgen Klopp. ...
Arsenal dealt Hammer blow & Man Utd go third
April 16, 2023 20:52 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBKelly Somers has reaction to Sunday’s football, including West Ham 2-2 Arsenal. She’s joined by ex-Aston Villa defender Neil Taylor, former Tottenham Women head coach Rehanne Skinner and The Athletic’s Adam Crafton. Also hear from Mikel Arteta and David Moyes. Catch Erik ten Hag and Steve Cooper after Nottingham Forest 0-2 Manchester United, and listen to Emma Hayes and Carla Ward after Aston Villa 0-1 Chelsea in the Women's FA Cup. TOPICS: 1:45 – Arsenal, 14:55 – title race, 22:40 – West Ha...
Brilliant Bournemouth beat Spurs and Villa close in on Europe
April 15, 2023 23:55 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBBen Haines is joined by Reading striker Natasha Dowie and the Daily Telegraph's Luke Edwards to wrap up a pivotal day in the Premier League. We hear from Bournemouth's Gary O'Neil after his side's incredible victory over Tottenham, which took them one step closer towards avoiding relegation. The panel also look at whether Crystal Palace are now safe and whether Southampton are doomed after their latest defeat at St Mary's. And they examine whether Aston Villa are Champions League contender...
Roy's return, Moyes' mindset & Liverpool's Bellingham blow
April 14, 2023 21:15 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBWest Ham coach Kevin Nolan and former Crystal Palace striker Clinton Morrison join Darren Fletcher to talk about Roy Hodgson’s return to football. It seems that Clinton has got some apologising to do after he claimed that Patrick Vieira shouldn’t have been sacked. Kevin gives us the insight into how West Ham are feeling as the relegation battle heats up. And should Jurgen Klopp be backed more going into the summer transfer window? 4’05 – Clinton apologises to Roy Hodgson 17’21 – How are ...
Manchester United’s Sevilla Consequences
April 13, 2023 23:13 - 32 minutes - 30 MBSteve Crossman is joined by former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel, Spanish football expert and Euro Leagues regular Guillem Balagué and correspondent John Murray to reflect on Manchester United’s 2-2 draw in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final against Sevilla. They chat about the circumstances which saw Manchester United give up a two-goal lead, and talk to Simon Stone about the latest regarding the sale of the club. West Ham fan Sam Delaney also drops by to re...
Euro Leagues: Madrid masterclass & Mané madness
April 13, 2023 17:00 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBSteve Crossman is joined by Julien Laurens, Raphael Honigstein & Mina Rzouki. They go in on Europe’s top football stories of the week, including the Champions League first leg results, reports of Bayern’s Sadio Mané punching team-mate Leroy Sané, and the futures of Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen. TOPICS: 3:45 – Real Madrid, 13:30 – Bellingham, 19:40 – Osimhen, 25:50 – Bayern Munich, 37:35 – Milan derby?
Misery in Madrid for Chelsea
April 12, 2023 23:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBMark Chapman brings you reaction to ten-man Chelsea’s loss away to Real Madrid in their Champions League quarter-final first leg. He is joined by Ian Dennis, Chris Sutton and Mario Melchiot to discuss the result. Frank Lampard gives his thoughts after a tough night at the Bernabeu. James Horncastle talks about AC Milan’s 1-0 win over Napoli in the first leg of their all-Italian Champions League quarter-final. Also, Erik ten Hag gives an injury update and talks about squad management as Manche...
Man City beat Bayern & Reds back off Bellingham
April 11, 2023 22:51 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBKelly Cates has reaction to Man City’s 3-0 win over Bayern Munich in their Champions League quarter-final first leg. She’s joined by Karen Bardsley and Dion Dublin. Mario Krischel from German publication Kicker joins the pod to reflect on Bayern. Hear from Pep Guardiola and Thomas Tuchel. Also hear from Frank Lampard and Carlo Ancelotti ahead of Real Madrid vs Chelsea. The Athletic’s James Pearce swings by with news on Jude Bellingham’s future. And catch up with Sarina Wiegman as the Lionesse...
72+: Wrexham roar & Burnley beat Blades
April 10, 2023 22:49 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MBAaron Paul reflects on Easter Monday’s football with Phil Brown and Sam Vokes. Hear from Phil Parkinson and Ryan Reynolds after Wrexham beat Notts County. Also catch Michael Carrick, Ryan Lowe and Neil Warnock after their Championship results. QPR’s Gareth Ainsworth joins the pod LIVE. And the panel chat Leagues One and Two and hear from Lyle Taylor after Burnley beat Sheff Utd. TOPICS: 1:30 – Wrexham-Notts County, 11:20 – upper Championship, 20:30 – lower Championship, 34:15 – League One, 3...
MNC: Arsenal get the Anfield jitters, Pep persists in the Champions League & Leicester look to Dean Smith
April 10, 2023 21:18 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBKelly Cates hosts the Monday Night Club with Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Sébastien Bassong. Get their takes on how Arsenal will react to drawing against Liverpool and also what needs to change around the interactions between footballers and referees when on the field of play. Chris Sutton doesn’t hold back on Leicester’s owners after they appoint Dean Smith on a deal to the end of the season. Raphael Honigstein comes on to talk Bayern Munich ahead of their Champions League Quarter Final agai...
Arsenal’s title blip & Roy’s rampant Eagles
April 09, 2023 23:52 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBKelly Somers is joined by The Telegraph’s northern football writer Luke Edwards, former Aston Villa and West Ham midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker and Liverpool and England striker Tash Dowie to discuss Sunday’s Premier League action. They reflect on a dramatic clash between Arsenal and Liverpool at Anfield which saw Firmino’s late equaliser threaten Arsenal’s title bid. They also discuss a successful afternoon for Roy Hodgson’s Crystal Palace after they scored five against Leeds and predict who w...
Sports Report: Billing Gives Bournemouth a boost as Leicester lose out
April 08, 2023 19:32 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBSteve Crossman and 5 Live Sport’s team of reporters take you through the biggest stories from Saturday’s Premier League action as Bournemouth win a relegation six-pointer against Leicester. Man City go within five points of Arsenal and West Ham take the points at Craven Cottage. Alan Shearer also joins the pod to give his thoughts on the 3 o’clock results – PLUS you’ll hear reaction from the likes of Gary O’Neil, Pep Guardiola and Son Heung-min.
72+ Special: Burnley Back In The Premier League
April 07, 2023 23:07 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBAaron Paul is joined by former Burnley & Wales striker Sam Vokes and host of the No Nay Never Podcast Natalie Bromley to react to Burnley bouncing back to the big time at the first time of asking. Hear from Burnley boss Vincent Kompany and Connor Roberts post match at Middlesbrough.
Frank's Fired Up and A Battle Brews At The Bottom
April 07, 2023 22:12 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBDarren Fletcher is joined by Dion Dublin & Jose Enrique to reflect on Frank Lampard's return to Chelsea. Hear from David Moyes & Steve Cooper as they try to keep their sides from being relegated.
All about John Motson
February 23, 2023 20:48 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBSteve Crossman discusses the career of legendary commentator John Motson, who’s died aged 77. Steve is joined by football correspondent John Murray and commentator Alistair Bruce-Ball. Also catch an interview with former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson, who often co-commentated with John Motson. And hear from the man himself.
Remembering Gianluca Vialli
January 06, 2023 21:47 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBDarren Fletcher presents a special edition of the Football Daily reflecting on the life of former Chelsea striker and manager Gianluca Vialli. Darren and former Premier League striker Glenn Murray are joined by ex-Chelsea goalkeeper Carlo Cudicini, who was there when Vialli was manager at Stamford Bridge. Hear from Vialli speaking to Nihal Arthanayake in 2020. And catch the thoughts of Italian football expert James Horncastle, who worked with Vialli on TV.
75 years of Sports Report
January 03, 2023 17:53 - 53 minutes - 49 MB75 years ago, we heard Sports Report for the first time. On this podcast, Mark Chapman and Pat Murphy speak to fans, broadcasters and those who’ve been on the other side of the microphone. Jockey AP McCoy, author Lee Child and manager Tony Pulis are among those to explain why Sports Report is so special. **This is pre-recorded, so please do not message in** TOPICS: 7:00 – Author Lee Child, 12:40 - What is it like actually working as a reporter on the show? 18:50 – Manager Tony Pulis, 26:15 ...
Remembering Pelé
December 30, 2022 01:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBThis is a special episode celebrating the life on and off the pitch of arguably the greatest player ever, Pelé. Aaron Paul is joined by those who played against him, idolized him and interviewed him as they reflect on an incredible career of a true footballing legend. Former England midfielder, Alan Mullery – who played against Pelé in the 1970 World Cup tells Aaron his memories of playing with the great man, not once, not twice, but three times. South American football expert Tim Vickery ...
All About Sarina Wiegman
December 19, 2022 11:59 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBAs 2022 draws to a close, Steve Crossman visits the Euros-winning Lionesses manager Sarina Wiegman at Wembley Stadium, the site of England’s historic victory, to reflect on her team’s undefeated year. She discusses how her life has changed since the summer, how her teaching has influenced her coaching and shares the lessons she’s learnt from her players. Highlight timecodes: 1:00 – Memories from the Euros final at Wembley. 2:30 – How life has changed since becoming European Champions. 6:...
The World Cup grudge match: Ghana's quest for Uruguay revenge
December 01, 2022 13:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBGhana and Uruguay created one of the most dramatic and controversial moments in World Cup history in 2010, when “the Black Stars” were the width of a crossbar away from becoming the first African team to reach the semi-finals. Uruguay's Luis Suárez was sent off in the last minute of extra time for handling the ball on the line and then celebrated wildly when Ghana's Asamoah Gyan's penalty hit the bar. Ghana went on to lose a penalty shoot-out, a continent was heartbroken and Suárez became pu...
Argentina advance, Poland pip Mexico and Australia join the party
December 01, 2022 01:58 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBEmma Saunders is joined by Alistair Bruce-Ball, Chris Sutton and Tim Vickery for reaction to a dramatic night in Group C - as Argentina and Poland reached the knockout stages. We’ll also reflect on an historic day for Australia, after they reached the last 16 of the men’s tournament for the first time in 16 years. Prepare yourself for some highbrow, cultured conversation between Pat Nevin and Rob Green, as they share their Doha Diaries with us. And we’re joined by our Euro Leagues exper...
Rashford’s Redemption - England fly through as Wales fly home
November 29, 2022 23:31 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBMark Chapman and guests reflect on England’s 3-0 win over Wales at the World Cup. Micah Richards, Jermaine Jenas, Matt Upson, Danny Gabbidon and Jayne Ludlow break down the match that sees England top Group B and progress to the last 16 with Wales finishing bottom. We hear from Rob Page and Gareth Bale and ask what’s next for Wales before chatting England and looking ahead to their next fixture against Senegal. John Murray interviews Phil Foden, Jordan Henderson and Gareth Southgate before US...
Pochettino’s Preview and Meet the Meulensteens
November 29, 2022 18:10 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBKelly Cates brings you two special interviews to preview the huge final group games on Wednesday. First up is Mauricio Pochettino to talk Lionel Messi and look ahead to Argentina’s crucial tie with Poland. Then, ahead of Australia’s decider with Denmark, BBC commentator Pien Meulensteen visits the Soceroos’ camp to catch up with her dad, René, who is the assistant manager of the national team. TOPICS: 02:15 - Mauricio Pochettino 14:04 - René Meulensteen with Pien Meulensteen