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Football Weekly

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Join Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning and special guests as they pick over the latest action from the Premier League and beyond. Football Weekly has reported on matches from all of the following: Premier League, Euros, World Cup, Championship, League One, League Two, Scottish Premier League, Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue Un, La Liga, Europa League, Champions League, Europa Conference League, Women’s Euros, Women’s World Cup, and the WSL (Women’s Super League). Football Weekly talks about teams such as: Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, PSG (Paris Saint-Germain), Liverpool, Tottenham / Spurs, Chelsea, Everton, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atlético Madrid, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, Milan, Inter, Juventus, and Napoli. We talk about players such as: Marcus Rashford, Mo Salah, Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Bukaya Saka, Jack Grealish, Kevin De Bruyne, Declan Rice, Phil Foden, Trent Alexander-Arnold, James Maddison, Raheem Sterling, Jordan Pickford, Bruno Fernandes, Harry Maguire, Casemiro, Erling Haaland, Jack Grealish, Martin Odegaard, and Gabriel Martinelli. Football Weekly also talks about: UEFA, FIFA, FA, soccer, the offside rule, and VAR. Football Weekly is a panel discussion, featuring: journalism, informed punditry, issues, talking points, in-depth debate, and sometimes alternative viewpoints. The show is: funny, amusing, laugh-out-loud, and lighthearted; it’s entertainment. Expect to hear contributions from a mix of the following journalists, pundits and commentators: Barney Ronay, Jonathan Wilson, Troy Townsend, Suzy Wrack, Robyn Cowen, Lars Sivertsen, Will Unwin, Nick Ames, Lucy Ward, Paul Watson, Jonathan Fadugbaj, Nicky Bandini, Johnny Liew, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan, Sid Lowe, Ewan Murray, Nedum Onouha, Mark Langdon, Archie Rhind-Tutt, Kate Mason, Ed Aarons, Paul MacInnes, Ben Fisher, George Elek, Marva Kreel, Faye Carruthers, Nooruddean Choudry, Simon Burnton, and Sanny Rudravajhala.

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Episodes

Have Everton dashed Liverpool’s title dreams? – Football Weekly Extra

April 25, 2024 10:48 - 48 minutes - 85.1 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew and Robyn Cowen as Liverpool lose the Merseyside derby … and maybe more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Arsenal thrash Chelsea and a Football League update – Football Weekly

April 24, 2024 11:19 - 58 minutes - 99.1 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Ben Fisher, Sanny Rudravajhala and George Elek as Arsenal beat Chelsea 5-0 and to run through the EFL as those divisions reach a conclusion in the coming weeks. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

An episode from Women’s Football Weekly – Fifpro exclusive interview

April 23, 2024 14:14 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Faye Carruthers is joined by Suzanne Wrack for an exclusive interview with Fifpro representatives Sarah Gregorius and Alex Culvin, plus Dutch International player, Merel van Dongen, to discuss how the number of games elite athletes are playing is impacting them on and off the pitch. Also, Sophie Downey joins to round up all the weekend’s action in the Champion’s League and WSL. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Cup heartbreak for Coventry sets up Manchester derby final – Football Weekly

April 22, 2024 11:17 - 59 minutes - 100 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Troy Townsend and John Brewin as Coventry go so close to one of the greatest FA Cup comebacks ever. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Manchester City and Arsenal crash out of Champions League – Football Weekly Extra

April 18, 2024 11:14 - 54 minutes - 93.6 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Lars Sivertsen and Sid Lowe as Real Madrid and Bayern account for Manchester City and Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-finals. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

PSG and Dortmund thrill in two classic Champions League quarter-finals – Football Weekly

April 17, 2024 12:14 - 57 minutes - 98.5 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Fadugba and Archie Rhind-Tutt as Borussia Dortmund and PSG book their places in the Champions League last four. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Advantage Manchester City in the title race? – Football Weekly

April 15, 2024 12:25 - 58 minutes - 98.9 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Barney Ronay as both Arsenal and Liverpool lose in a potentially pivotal weekend in the Premier League title race. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Barça’s kids are alright and Dortmund give themselves a chance - Football Weekly Extra

April 11, 2024 10:49 - 50 minutes - 87.8 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Mark Langdon after another brilliant Champions League quarter final between PSG and Barcelona. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Harry Kane returns to haunt Arsenal but Erling Haaland stifled – Football Weekly podcast

April 10, 2024 11:24 - 52 minutes - 91.1 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Will Unwin and Sid Lowe after two belting Champions League quarter-finals first legs. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Liverpool and Villa drop crucial points in Premier League drama – Football Weekly

April 08, 2024 15:24 - 1 hour - 84.9 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson, and Dan Bardell to discuss all of the weekend’s Premier League action, along with paying tribute to the late Joe Kinnear. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Fantastic Foden and an easy night for Arsenal – Football Weekly Extra

April 04, 2024 11:56 - 56 minutes - 96 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Robyn Cowen and Jonathan Fadugba as Arsenal and Manchester City claim important wins in the hunt for the Premier League title. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Spurs stumble in race for the top four – Football Weekly

April 03, 2024 11:29 - 51 minutes - 89.7 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon and Paul MacInnes as they look back on some midweek Premier League action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Advantage Liverpool in the title race? – Football Weekly

April 01, 2024 11:02 - 57 minutes - 97.9 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Lars Sivertsen as Liverpool move two points clear the top of the Premier League. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Manchester City v Arsenal: a potential title decider? – Football Weekly Extra

March 28, 2024 13:18 - 56 minutes - 96.4 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Troy Townsend and John Brewin to preview the upcoming weekend of Premier League football, including a huge game between Manchester City and Arsenal. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Heartbreak for Wales, joy for Poland, Georgia and Ukraine – Football Weekly

March 27, 2024 12:13 - 56 minutes - 96.6 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Paul Watson, Jonathan Wilson and Ben Fisher as Wales fail to qualify for Euro 2024. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Brazil give England food for thought and Wales one step away – Football Weekly

March 25, 2024 13:16 - 58 minutes - 99.7 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and Nedum Onuoha to discuss England’s loss to Brazil on Saturday evening and whether anything can or should be learned from the friendly. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Could Kobbie Mainoo solve England’s midfield puzzle? – Football Weekly Extra

March 21, 2024 13:23 - 49 minutes - 87.4 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew and Ben Fisher to discuss England’s upcoming friendlies and Wales’ playoff hopes. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Nottingham Forest’s points deduction and an EFL round-up – Football Weekly

March 19, 2024 13:40 - 58 minutes - 99.3 MB

Max Rushden is joined by George Elek, Jonathan Fadugba and Sanny Rudravajhala as Nottingham Forest are handed a four-point penalty for breaking Premier League rules. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

FA Cup magic is alive at Old Trafford and Molineux – Football Weekly

March 18, 2024 13:17 - 58 minutes - 99.1 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Paul MacInnes, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan and Robyn Cowen after Manchester United beat Liverpool in extra time in a thrilling game to make the FA Cup semi-finals. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Atlético rock Inter and Bournemouth bounce back – Football Weekly Extra

March 14, 2024 11:41 - 55 minutes - 94.4 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Jonathan Wilson, Archie Rhind-Tutt, John Brewin and Sid Lowe, as Atlético knock out Inter and Bournemouth come back from 3-0 down to beat Luton Town. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Arsenal pip Porto, plus a night at the Belgrade derby – Football Weekly

March 13, 2024 11:57 - 50 minutes - 87.8 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Nick Ames, Nicky Bandini and Jonathan Liew as Arsenal beat Porto on penalties to reach the Champions League quarter-finals for the first time since 2014, where they’re joined by Barça. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

A classic at Anfield and Arsenal go top – Football Weekly

March 11, 2024 12:11 - 55 minutes - 95.4 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Will Unwin and Ceylon Andi-Hickman as Liverpool and Manchester City draw 1-1 at Anfield to leave the top three separated by just one point. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Manchester City kick on and Madrid edge past Leipzig – Football Weekly Extra

March 07, 2024 12:28 - 59 minutes - 100 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon and Lars Sivertsen as Manchester City make the quarter-finals of the Champions League without really breaking a sweat. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Harry Kane does the business for Bayern – Football Weekly

March 06, 2024 12:16 - 49 minutes - 86.1 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Fadugba and Nicky Bandini as Bayern Munich and PSG book their places in the Champions League quarter-finals. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Is Phil Foden the best player in the Premier League right now? – Football Weekly

March 04, 2024 13:20 - 58 minutes - 98.9 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Troy Townsend as Manchester City win the Manchester derby. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

The Guardian’s new podcast series about AI: Black Box – prologue

March 02, 2024 08:00 - 14 minutes - 31.3 MB

We wanted to bring you this episode from our new series, Black Box. In it, Michael Safi explores seven stories and the thread that ties them together: artificial intelligence. In this prologue, Hannah (not her real name) has met Noah and he has changed her life for the better. So why does she have concerns about him? If you like what you hear, make sure to search and subscribe to Black Box, with new episodes every Monday and Thursday.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.co...

Klopp’s kids ride again and Manchester derby preview – Football Weekly Extra

February 29, 2024 12:59 - 57 minutes - 97.5 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Nedum Onuoha to look back at the week’s FA Cup drama. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Bowen’s brilliance fires West Ham and an EFL round-up – Football Weekly

February 27, 2024 12:40 - 58 minutes - 98.6 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Ben Fisher, Sanny Rudravajhala and George Elek as West Ham beat Brentford 4-2 to ease the pressure on David Moyes, while the panel pick over the Football League. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Is the narrative of Klopp's kids v Chelsea’s billions unfair? – Football Weekly podcast

February 26, 2024 13:38 - 56 minutes - 95.5 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Ed Aarons as Liverpool beat Chelsea to win the first silverware of Klopp’s farewell season.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Arsenal falter in Porto and Liverpool’s Luton scare – Football Weekly Extra

February 22, 2024 13:06 - 52 minutes - 90.3 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Fadugba and Lars Sivertsen to review Arsenal’s loss 1-0 away at Porto, Napoli and Barcelona’s 1-1 draw and to preview the League Cup final. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Can Inter go all the way and what will Glasner bring to Palace? – Football Weekly

February 21, 2024 12:48 - 55 minutes - 94.9 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Archie Rhind-Tutt as they react to Inter’s win over Atletico Madrid and the departures of Roy Hodgson and Thomas Tuchel. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

An episode from Women’s Football Weekly: WSL title race blown open as City beat Chelsea

February 20, 2024 15:54 - 56 minutes - 80.3 MB

After a bumper weekend of WSL action, Faye Carruthers has Suzanne Wrack, Emma Sanders and Chris Paouros alongside her on our Women’s Football Weekly podcast to discuss Manchester City’s big win over Chelsea and what it could mean for the topsy-turvy title race. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Was City’s Chelsea draw just an off day for Erling Haaland? – Football Weekly podcast

February 19, 2024 12:38 - 59 minutes - 100 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and Lucy Ward as Manchester City drop points against Chelsea while Liverpool and Arsenal secure convincing wins. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Fitba corner returns and are Bayern Munich in crisis? – Football Weekly Extra podcast

February 15, 2024 12:55 - 54 minutes - 93.1 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Philippe Auclair and Ewan Murray as Bayern Munich lose 1-0 to Lazio in the Champions League. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Manchester City enjoy Copenhagen cruise and Mansfield hit nine – Football Weekly

February 14, 2024 11:46 - 50 minutes - 88.4 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Mark Langdon as the Champions League knockout stages begin. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Arsenal re-stake their claim as title contenders – Football Weekly podcast

February 12, 2024 12:39 - 58 minutes - 98.5 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Will Unwin to talk Premier League, blue cards, Afcon and Asian Cup. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Will Chelsea save their season with cup double? – Football Weekly Extra podcast

February 08, 2024 13:56 - 48 minutes - 69 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nedum Onuoha, and Robyn Cowen to discuss the FA Cup and review the Afcon and Asian Cup semis. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Who is going to win the Africa Cup of Nations? – Football Weekly

February 06, 2024 14:26 - 53 minutes - 75.4 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson, Osasu Obayiuwana, and Solace Chukwu to discuss the Africa Cup Of Nations, Asian Cup and another win for Manchester City. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Arsenal back in title hunt, Southgate’s obsession with Henderson and more – Football Weekly

February 05, 2024 13:47 - 57 minutes - 81.6 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Troy Townsend, and Jacob Steinberg to discuss all of the weekend’s Premier League action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Reds rout Blues, plus Afcon and Asian Cup stories – Football Weekly Extra

February 01, 2024 15:21 - 55 minutes - 78.1 MB

Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Paul Watson, and Jonathan Wilson to discuss the latest Premier League games, Afcon and the Asian Cup. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Glad Hatters, Arsenal saved by Jesus and steak chat – Football Weekly

January 31, 2024 13:13 - 58 minutes - 82.2 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, and Mark Langdon to discuss all of Tuesday night’s Premier League games, along with the Asian Cup, Afcon and much more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Jürgen Klopp to step down at Liverpool as Maidstone step up – Football Weekly

January 29, 2024 14:22 - 59 minutes - 84.3 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Fadugba, John Brewin and Andy Hunter to discuss Jürgen Klopp, all the weekend’s FA Cup action and the dangers of falling into the pocket of Big Steak. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Pochettino goes to Wembley, goujons and Maidstone – Football Weekly Extra podcast

January 25, 2024 15:27 - 48 minutes - 84.9 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew and Jordan Jarrett-Bryan to discuss the Carabao Cup semi-finals and more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Football’s reaction to crisis in the Middle East – Football Weekly special

January 24, 2024 15:18 - 1 hour - 104 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Philippe Auclair, Karim Zidan, Uri Levy and Craig Foster to discuss football’s reaction to the Israel-Gaza conflict. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Liverpool go five points clear but can they sustain title push? – Football Weekly

January 22, 2024 13:00 - 52 minutes - 90.9 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Will Unwin and Lars Sivertsen as Liverpool and Arsenal claim big wins at the top of the table. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

FA Cup replay drama and the plight of Reading – Football Weekly Extra

January 18, 2024 13:09 - 52 minutes - 90.8 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Ben Fisher, Robyn Cowen and Troy Townsend to cover the FA Cup third-round replays, preview the weekend’s Premier League action and hear about the Royals’ troubles in Reading. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Afcon: the story so far. And Mourinho sacked by Roma – Football Weekly

January 17, 2024 13:15 - 47 minutes - 84.1 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Jonathan Wilson, Solace Chukwu and Osasu Obayiuwana to cover the latest from the Africa Cup of Nations, along with the fall-out from Roma giving José Mourinho the boot. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Kevin De Bruyne back with a bang for Manchester City – Football Weekly

January 15, 2024 12:35 - 56 minutes - 95.9 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Paul MacInnes, Nedum Onuoha and Nooruddean Choudry as Manchester City beat Newcastle in a thriller at St James’ Park, Spurs hold Manchester United and fans take action at Reading. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Chelsea’s Carabao Cup blow and a Premier League preview – Football Weekly Extra

January 11, 2024 13:01 - 54 minutes - 93.4 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Simon Burnton and Jonathan Fadugba discuss the first legs of the League Cup semis as Liverpool fight back against Fulham, transfer news and the ‘winter break’. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Tributes to Franz Beckenbauer and a European roundup – Football Weekly

January 09, 2024 13:10 - 58 minutes - 98.9 MB

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sid Lowe, Nicky Bandini, Lars Sivertsen and Archie Rhind-Tutt to pay tribute to Franz Beckenbauer and round up the latest stories in Spain and Italy. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

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