5 Live's World Football Phone-in

Latest Episodes:

'Fings Ain't What They Used To Be Oct 06, 2026

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Dotun and Tim are joined by Jonny Bentley, football writer for the Press Association. England’s international break – what’s the verdict. Is Harry Kane the best England player of all time?

'I wanted to be a footballer - not a rock star' Sep 29, 2026

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Eurythmics’ Dave Stewart says he wanted to be a footballer, not a rock star; Dotun and Tim hear your stories. There's the latest on the Manchester City scandal and coverage of the Nations League.

Injuries, comebacks and friendlies Sep 22, 2026

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Dotun and Tim are joined by Maher Mezahi to talk about the upcoming international friendlies, injuries and comebacks. Also, how old is too old to be a manager?

VAR controversy & best strikers Sep 15, 2026

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Dotun and Tim are joined by Mark Meadows to discuss the recent VAR controversy as well as discussing the world's best strikers.

The ballon d’overnights Sep 08, 2026

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Ballon d'Or? Mais non. The Ballon D’Overnights? Mais qui! The shortlist for the prize that “honours the players who have defined the beautiful game through their talent, character, and achievements on the pitch”, is coming out. But Dotun, Tim and debutant Seb White are looking for listener’s nominations for the Ballon D’Overnights in this edition of the World Football Phone In.

How has the transfer window been for you? Sep 01, 2026

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It's deadline day, so it's time to review your club's ins and outs.

Has it been a success, or have you let too many go?

With Premier-League spending at an all time high, who's been the best value for money?

And with Lionel Messi announcing his retirement from international football, the team want to know, who is your 'greatest of all time'?