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Don Hutchison, Nigel Reo Coker & Glenn Murray join Darren Fletcher to look ahead to another busy weekend in the Premier League.
The team discuss the appointment of Rúben Amorim from Lisbon club Sporting to Manchester United and what identity he will bring to the club.
Euro 2016 winner with Portugal Jose Fonte drops by to share his insight on Amorim and how he will approach managing United. Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher joins the team and gives his thoughts on the new United boss. Plus how does Jamie rate Liverpool manager Arne Slott's start in his new role?
Timecodes: 01:05 Intro 02:30 Is Amorim the right fit? 06:20 Jose Fonte insight 12:45 What will be United's identity? 20:00 Jamie Carragher 26:20 Jamie on Slott’s start
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Liverpool v Brighton - Premier League - 15:00 Liverpool - Saturday 2 November Wolves v Crystal Palace - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 2 November Spurs v Aston Villa - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 3 November Man Utd v Chelsea - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 3 November
John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Rafa Honigstein. How good a fit is Ruben Amorim to Manchester United, and how good are Barcelona?
The Sporting Lisbon boss looks set to complete his move to Manchester, but will he be able to emulate his success in Portugal in the Premier League?
Barcelona, fresh off a week that saw them score 13 goals and only concede two – the last four scored against bitter rivals Real Madrid in El Clasico – are six points clear at the top of La Liga. How has Hansi Flick done it, and why are Madrid faltering?
The panel also discuss the Scottish contingent in Naples aiding Antonio Conte’s side in their quest for only a second Scudetto since 1990.
Timecodes: 00:45 Ruben Amorim close to Manchester United move 11:00 Hansi Flick’s dominant Barcelona 13:40 Real Madrid thumped in the Clasico 17:20 Los Blancos’ Ballon d’Or snub 23:25 Why is it going wrong for Carlo Ancelotti? 29:50 The Scots in Naples 33:55 Napoli title favourites?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Liverpool v Brighton - Premier League - 15:00 Liverpool - Saturday 2 November Wolves v Crystal Palace - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 2 November Spurs v Aston Villa - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 3 November Man Utd v Chelsea - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 3 November
Steve Crossman is joined by ESPN Senior Writer Mark Ogden to reflect on Manchester United’s 5-2 win over Leicester City in the League Cup. Ruud van Nistelrooy’s time in charge gets off to a good start, but how close is Ruben Amorim to taking over? After hearing from van Nistelrooy himself, Steve chats to Leon Osman about Spurs’ win over Manchester City, and then to Alan Shearer and Ian Dennis about Newcastle United’s 2-0 win over Chelsea to progress to the quarter-finals. We then hear from Newcastle United boss, Eddie Howe.
Timecodes 01'42 Mark Ogden on Manchester United 5-2 Leicester City, and the latest on Amorim 07'12 Ruud van Nistelrooy interview 09'06 Leon Osman on Tottenham 2-1 Manchester City 13'41 Alan Shearer and Ian Dennis on Newcastle United 2-0 Chelsea 19'55 Eddie Howe interview
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Liverpool v Brighton - Premier League - 15:00 Liverpool - Saturday 2 November Wolves v Crystal Palace - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 2 November Spurs v Aston Villa - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 3 November Man Utd v Chelsea - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 3 November
Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff talk EFL, Ballon d’Or and FA Cup. They’re joined by Colchester United striker Lyle Taylor. Borja Sainz is leading the Championship scoring charts with Norwich. Sunderland go five points clear at the top. Will Northampton’s Mitch Pinnock remember his lucky shinpads when they face Kettering Town in the FA Cup? Kettering boss Richard Lavery joins the pod LIVE. And Ian Holloway makes a surprise return to management at League Two Swindon.
00:25 Jobi loses a bet with Aaron McLean 02:45 Who wins the EFL Ballon d'Or? 03:35 Borja Sainz the new main man at Norwich 06:20 Jack Wilshere brings ‘stardust’ to Carrow Road 09:00 Cardiff still yet to appoint Omer Riza permanently 12:25 Sunderland five points clear at the top 17:15 Mitch Pinnock hails ‘lucky shinpads’ 21:25 Cambridge United’s turnaround under Monk 23:40 Kettering Town go to rivals Northampton in FA Cup 29:15 Ian Holloway in at League Two Swindon 34:40 An unexpected shower in 72PLUS 72MINUS
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Newcastle v Chelsea – EFL Cup – 19:45 – Wednesday 30 October Tottenham v Man City – EFL Cup – 20:15 – Wednesday 30 October – Sports Extra Liverpool v Brighton - Premier League - 15:00 Liverpool - Saturday 2 November Wolves v Crystal Palace - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 2 November Spurs v Aston Villa - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 3 November Man Utd v Chelsea - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 3 November
Ben Haines, Ellen White and Jen Beattie look back on the international break.
They reflect on a win for England with goals from Grace Clinton & Leah Williamson, plus hear from manager Sarina Wiegman on the Lionesses’ win.
Plus, on a great night for all of the home nations, they reflect on success for Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland in the Euro 2025 play-offs, with Ceri Holland, scorer of Wales’ winner joining to reflect on their win.
Time Codes:
01:50 – England reflections 13:55 – Sarina Wiegman 20:30 – Scotland 23:30 – Ceri Holland 25:40 – Northern Ireland 28:30 – Ballon d’Or
Ruben Amorim to replace Erik ten Hag as Manchester United boss? Peter Schmeichel, Chris Sutton, and Mark Ogden join Alistair Bruce-Ball to discuss who will take the Man Utd job.
Reports are suggesting that United are in talks with Sporting Lisbon coach Ruben Amorim. Speaking on Monday, Amorim said he wasn’t expecting questions about the vacant United position and wasn’t prepared to talk about his future.
Should United legend and now-interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy be a candidate following his impressive spell at PSV? Hear from Dutch football journalist Marcel van der Kraan about the former United striker’s chances.
Could Brentford boss Thomas Frank be prized away from west London? The Stretford Paddock’s Joe Smith gives his view on whom the fans would like to take charge of their club.
The panel also discuss what needs to change at Manchester United on the pitch going forward.
Timecodes: 01:15 Ruben Amorim emerging as the frontrunner 07:10 Is the Man Utd job an attractive one? 10:40 Ruud van Nistelrooy to take interim charge of United 19:00 Other managers being linked to the job 26:00 What needs to change at United on the pitch?
5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries this week: Brentford v Sheff Wed – EFL Cup – 20:00 – Tuesday 29 October England women v South Africa women – Friendly - 19:45 – Tuesday 29 October – Sports Extra Newcastle v Chelsea – EFL Cup – 19:45 – Wednesday 30 October Tottenham v Man City – EFL Cup – 20:15 – Wednesday 30 October – Sports Extra Liverpool v Brighton - Premier League - 15:00 Liverpool - Saturday 2 November Wolves v Crystal Palace - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 2 November Spurs v Aston Villa - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 3 November Man Utd v Chelsea - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 3 November
Erik ten Hag is sacked by Manchester United, so what was the Dutchman’s downfall at Old Trafford? Where did it go wrong, why has the decision been made now? Who do they look to next, as for now Ruud van Nistelrooy takes the job on an interim basis? And what are INEOS’ grand plans for the future of Manchester United?
Darren Fletcher is joined by Robbie Savage and BBC Sport Football Reporter Simon Stone as they dissect the breaking news, and look at where the club goes next.
Liverpool & Arsenal draw, Man City lead the way & pressure builds on ten Hag as Man Utd lose. Darren Fletcher is joined by Nigel Reo-Coker and Paul Robinson. Hear from Erik ten Hag after defeat at West Ham. Catch up with Arne Slot and Mikel Arteta after the 2-2 at the Emirates. How likely are Man City to win the title? And can Nottingham Forest sustain a push for Europe?
00:45 Officials getting in the way? 02:10 Manchester United lose at West Ham 04:10 Erik ten Hag: The best team didn’t win 09:10 Do United still want ten Hag? 13:05 Turning point for West Ham? 14:50 Slot & Arteta on Arsenal-Liverpool draw 17:55 Arsenal running out of defenders 20:25 What are the title chances? 23:05 Are Man City more dangerous than ever? 26:50 Are Aston Villa or Chelsea in the title race? 30:30 Nottingham Forest are SEVENTH 34:35 Finishing with a flourish
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Brentford v Sheff Wed – EFL Cup – 20:00 – Tuesday 29 October England women v South Africa women – Friendly - 19:45 – Tuesday 29 October – Sports Extra Newcastle v Chelsea – EFL Cup – 19:45 – Wednesday 30 October Tottenham v Man City – EFL Cup – 20:15 – Wednesday 30 October – Sports Extra
Southampton boss Russell Martin talks life as manager, tactics and stubbornness. Still without a win this season, Russell talks about what three points could do for his side and whether or not he will stick to his guns tactically. Plus, how did growing up with five brothers influence his love of the game and who inspired and influenced his management style?
As title contenders Arsenal and Liverpool go head-to-head, who will prevail on Sunday at the Emirates? And can Julen Lopetegui's West Ham deepen Manchester United's woes?
Ben Haines previews the action with the help of Nigel Reo-Coker and Don Hutchison. They look at whether Arsenal can overcome injuries and suspensions against Arne Slot's league leaders. And the panel examine why West Ham have struggled in the early weeks of the season.
TIMECODES 1:00 Liverpool's run of form 8:45 Arsenal's injuries and ill-discipline 19:25 West Ham's slow start to the season
Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki to reflect on this week's Champions League action. The team discuss Barcelona's comprehensive victory over Bayern Munich, as well as Real Madrid's 'inevitable' comeback against Borussia Dortmund. The panel also touch on Juventus and PSG dropping points, before welcoming Patrick Kluivert to discuss El Clásico this weekend.
Timecodes: 2:55 Barcelona's win over Bayern and Raphinha's hat-trick 13:45 Real Madrid's comeback and Vinicius for the Ballon d'Or? 21:40 Juventus, PSG and the other highlights 30:01 Patrick Kluivert on El Clásico
Commentaries on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds this week:
England women v Germany women – Friendly at Wembley – 19:30 – Friday 25 October
Aston Villa v Bournemouth – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 26 October Everton v Fulham – Premier League – 17:30 - Saturday 26 October
West Ham v Man Utd – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October Chelsea v Newcastle - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – Sports Extra Crystal Palace v Spurs - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – BBC Sport Website & App Arsenal v Liverpool - Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 27 October
Hear from Liverpool's Arne Slot, Manchester City's Pep Guardiola and Celtic's Brendan Rodgers on Wednesday's Champions League matches. Plus Fenerbahce's Jose Mourinho faces Manchester United.
Steve Crossman is joined by former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin, former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha and correspondent John Murray to react to a good night of Champions League action for the British teams. Conor McNamara reflects on Manchester City’s performance, while John Bennett has the latest from the rest of Europe.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot reacts to his team's win against RB Leipzig, while Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reflects on a successful night for the Premier League champions against Sparta Prague.
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers also talks about his team's performance against Atalanta after bouncing back from defeat against Borussia Dortmund.
Plus, hear from former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho ahead of facing his former club, Manchester United.
Time codes:
00:30 – Liverpool reaction 10:45 – Manchester City reaction 17:20 – Pep Guardiola 20:15 – Barcelona v Bayern Munich reaction 22:50 – Brendan Rodgers 23:40 – Celtic Reaction 26:10 – Jose Mourinho 27:25 – Fenerbahce v Manchester United preview 29:20 – Arne Slot 30:40 – Final thoughts on Liverpool
Commentaries on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds this week:
Fenerbahçe v Manchester United – UEFA Europa League – 20:00 – Thursday 24 October England women v Germany women – Friendly at Wembley – 19:30 – Friday 25 October Aston Villa v Bournemouth – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 26 October Everton v Fulham – Premier League – 17:30 - Saturday 26 October West Ham v Man Utd – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October Chelsea v Newcastle - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – Sports Extra Crystal Palace v Spurs - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – BBC Sport Website & App Arsenal v Liverpool - Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 27 October
Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by former QPR and Wycombe boss Gareth Ainsworth. Both of his former clubs are on the agenda with QPR struggling in the Championship and Wycombe flying in League One. Chairboys captain Jack Grimmer joins the pod to reunite with his old gaffer. Also, Cardiff and Cambridge turn things around, Burton sack Mark Robinson and Port Vale fly to the top of League Two.
02:20 Gareth keen to get back in 04:15 A$AP Rocky on the way to Tranmere Rovers? 08:05 ‘No plans’ to discuss bringing VAR to Championship 09:40 QPR struggling 14:40 Coventry drop into bottom three 16:20 Should Omer Riza get the Cardiff job permanently? 20:20 Wycombe captain Jack Grimmer joins the pod 31:25 Burton sack head coach Mark Robinson 36:05 Port Vale flying in League Two 38:10 A rocket in 72PLUS 72MINUS
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: RB Leipzig v Liverpool - UEFA Champions League – 20:00 – Wednesday 23 October Fenerbahçe v Manchester United – UEFA Europa League – 20:00 – Thursday 24 October England women v Germany women – Friendly at Wembley – 19:30 – Friday 25 October Aston Villa v Bournemouth – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 26 October Everton v Fulham – Premier League – 17:30 - Saturday 26 October West Ham v Man Utd – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October Chelsea v Newcastle - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – Sports Extra Crystal Palace v Spurs - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October Arsenal v Liverpool - Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 27 October
Kelly Cates presents reaction as Aston Villa go top of the Champions League table after beating Bologna 2-0 to record their third win in a row in the competition.
Hear from Lee Blakeman at Villa Park, alongside The Athletic's reporter Jacob Tanswell.
Also on the podcast, Ian Dennis, Chris Sutton and Matthew Upson react to Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk, before looking ahead to Wednesday night's commentary game between RB Leipzig and Liverpool.
Timecodes:
00:30 - Aston Villa 2-0 Bologna 07:30 - Unai Emery 10:20 - Arsenal 1-0 Shakhtar Donetsk 18:27 - Mikel Arteta 21:20 - RB Leipzig v Liverpool
Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines talk international football with Fran Kirby as England prepare for friendlies against Germany and South Africa. Ben sat down with Fran who spoke about what life has been like since leaving Chelsea and joining Brighton and also chats the Euros next summer in Switzerland.
Ellen and Jen are joined by former teammate Caroline Weir who has recently returned from an ACL injury, just in time for crucial Euro qualifiers with Scotland. Caroline shares how her recovery was, ambitions for the Champions League with Real Madrid and how she’s feeling being back with Scotland.
Plus Ellen and Jen give their thoughts on who should win the Ballon d’Or!
Get in touch by emailing footballdaily@bbc.co.uk!
Timecodes: 00:20 Intro 01:40 Ellen & Jen takeover! 03:00 Caroline Weir 19:25 Fran Kirby with Ben 29:30 Who is England’s first choice keeper? 32:10 Ballon d’Or 34:10 Will Jen & Ellen do a TikTok dance together?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Arsenal v Shakhtar Donetsk – UEFA Champions League – 20:00 – Tuesday 22 October RB Leipzig v Liverpool - UEFA Champions League – 20:00 – Wednesday 23 October Fenerbahçe v Manchester United – UEFA Europa League – 20:00 – Thursday 24 October England women v Germany women – Friendly at Wembley – 19:30 – Friday 25 October Aston Villa v Bournemouth – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 26 October Everton v Fulham – Premier League – 17:30 - Saturday 26 October West Ham v Man Utd – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October Chelsea v Newcastle - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – Sports Extra Crystal Palace v Spurs - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October Arsenal v Liverpool - Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 27 October
Man City leave it late at Wolves, Arsenal lose ground & Liverpool stay top. Rory Smith, Andros Townsend and Chris Sutton assess the title race after an eventful weekend.
There was huge controversy at Molineux after John Stones headed home a stoppage-time winner to keep the pace with Liverpool. Hear from Wolves manager Gary O’Neil on whether referees have unconscious biases, and get the panel’s thoughts on the debate.
Liverpool come out on top against Chelsea at Anfield, adding to Arne Slot’s side’s ever-growing title credentials; 10-man Arsenal fail to keep the pace, succumbing to a 2-0 defeat on the south coast against Bournemouth.
Also hear from Chelsea fan Felix Johnston on Enzo Maresca’s flexible approach at Chelsea.
Timecodes: 02:50 Should City’s winner have stood? 06:20 Gary O’Neil on the decision 10:35 Set piece subtleties 15:25 Unconscious biases in officials 19:20 Liverpool genuine title contenders? 22:55 Differences between Klopp and Slot 28:55 Curtis Jones 32:35 Arsenal’s disciplinary record 37:45 Psychology of going against City in a title race 41:15 Mikel Arteta’s substitutions 44:40 Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea with Felix Johnston
Commentaries on 5 Live / BBC Sounds this week: Tuesday 22nd October: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE, Arsenal v Shaktar Donetsk 2000 KO Wednesday 23rd October: CHAMPION LEAGUE, RB Leipzig v Liverpool 2000 KO Thursday 24th October: EUROPA LEAGUE, Fenerbache v Man Utd 2000 KO Friday 25th October: WOMENS INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLIES, England v Germany 1930 KO Saturday 26th: PREMIER LEAGUE, Aston Villa v Bournemouth 1500 KO Saturday 26th: PREMIER LEAGUE, Everton v Fulham 1730 KO Sunday 27th: PREMIER LEAGUE, West Ham v Man Utd 1400 KO Sunday 27th: PREMIER LEAGUE,Chelsea v Newcastle 1400 KO – Sports Extra Sunday 27th: PREMIER LEAGUE, Crystal Palace v Spurs 1400 KO Sunday 27th: PREMIER LEAGUE, Arsenal v Liverpool 1630 KO
Arne Slot’s Liverpool pass Chelsea test & John Stones grabs winner for Man City. Hear from Stones as Rick Edwards, Nigel Reo-Coker and Everton goalkeeper Asmir Begović discuss the Premier League weekend. Goalkeepers are a hot topic – do Chelsea need better than Robert Sánchez? Did Bernardo Silva impede Wolves’ José Sá? And do Arsenal’s lack of discipline hold them back in the title race?
03:20 Liverpool stand up to Chelsea test 06:40 Do Chelsea need a better goalkeeper? 09:05 Are we seeing a new Nicolas Jackson? 14:20 Asmir says Stones’ goal should’ve have stood 17:30 John Stones on City’s ‘new focus’ on set pieces 20:45 Goalscorer Gvardiol 22:40 ‘Inevitable’ Man City 25:15 Wolves are rock bottom 27:50 Bournemouth win set piece of the season so far? 30:10 Do Arsenal have a discipline problem?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Arsenal v Shakhtar Donetsk – UEFA Champions League – 20:00 – Tuesday 22 October RB Leipzig v Liverpool - UEFA Champions League – 20:00 – Wednesday 23 October Fenerbahçe v Manchester United – UEFA Europa League – 20:00 – Thursday 24 October England women v Germany women – Friendly at Wembley – 19:30 – Friday 25 October
Riccardo Calafiori speaks to Roman Kemp about his career so far. They chat about life before Arsenal, growing up wanting to become a footballer and a lengthy knee injury at the age of 16. He talks about his relationship with Daniele De Rossi and Jorginho who encouraged him to join Arsenal.
Plus, he opens up on the conversations he had with Mikel Arteta ahead of joining the club, and how his style of play has helped him to see the game differently.
Don Hutchison, Kevin Nolan & Paul Robinson join Aaron Paul to look ahead to another busy weekend in the Premier League. The team discuss whether Chelsea is Liverpool manager Arne Slot’s first big test and is it win or bust for Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag?
Plus the panel talk the appointment of Thomas Tuchel as England head coach and what that means for the Premier League.
Forest Captain Ryan Yates also drops by and gives an insight into what it’s like to be captain and what is clicking this season to make Forest so hard to beat.
Timecodes: 02:05 Tuchel & England job 05:10 Eddie Howe & English coaches 11:20 ETH and United 18:20 Ryan Yates 29:50 Is Chelsea Slot’s biggest test?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:
Saturday 19th October Manchester United v Brentford - Premier League - 5 Live from 15:00 Bournemouth v Arsenal - Premier League- 5 Live from 17:30
Sunday 20th October Wolves v Man City - Premier League - 5 Live from 14:00 Liverpool v Chelsea - Premier League - 5 Live from 16:30
Thomas Tuchel is the new England head coach, but how did his early career in Germany influence his coaching style?
The Euro Leagues team of Steve Crossman, Rafa Honigstein, Julien Laurens and Guillem Balague look at his early days as a coach at Mainz. They also examine how his time as a player for Ulm influenced his coaching career.
Julien tells us about his meeting with Paul Pogba, who's looking to restart his playing career following a doping ban. And we hear from Ashley Coffey, the ex-Whitby Town striker who's topping the goalscoring charts in Finland's top flight.
01:00 Thomas Tuchel's early career, 15:00 Paul Pogba plans his return to football 23:20 AC Oulu's Ashley Coffey on trying to win the Finnish golden boot
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:
Saturday 19th October Manchester United v Brentford - Premier League - 5 Live from 15:00 Bournemouth v Arsenal - Premier League- 5 Live from 17:30
Sunday 20th October Wolves v Man City - Premier League - 5 Live from 14:00 Liverpool v Chelsea - Premier League - 5 Live from 16:30
Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff talk EFL with Jed Wallace & Phil Brown. They pay tribute to former Sheffield United defender George Baldock, Championship joint-top scorer Josh Maja joins his West Brom teammate Jed on the pod, and Wimbledon boss Johnnie Jackson comes on after his side was drawn away to MK in the FA Cup. Phil’s Kidderminster don’t make it into the hat, and it's goals galore in 72plus 72minus.
Timecodes: 02:58 George Baldock tributes 07:53 Championship chat 17:44 Josh Maja joins the pod 25:54 Johnnie Jackson talks FA Cup 32:11 Phil Brown opens up about managerial discipline
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:
Saturday 19th October Manchester United v Brentford - Premier League - 5 Live from 15:00 Bournemouth v Arsenal - Premier League- 5 Live from 17:30
Sunday 20th October Wolves v Man City - Premier League - 5 Live from 14:00 Liverpool v Chelsea - Premier League - 5 Live from 16:30
Why has Thomas Tuchel swapped club football for the England job? Why has he only got an 18-month contract? And why doesn't he start his new job until January?
Mark Chapman is joined by correspondent John Murray as well as former England internationals Andros Townsend and Rob Green to try and answer some of the key questions surrounding Tuchel's appointment.
We also hear from the German as he's formally unveiled at Wembley, and there's further reaction from ex-England strikers Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer.
TIMECODES 02:00 Thomas Tuchel on his appointment 10:00 FA chief executive Mark Bullingham on why they chose Tuchel 29:00 Rob Green on Tuchel's spell at Chelsea 38:00 What does this say about the state of English coaching?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:
Saturday 19th October Manchester United v Brentford - Premier League - 5 Live from 15:00 Bournemouth v Arsenal - Premier League- 5 Live from 17:30
Sunday 20th October Wolves v Man City - Premier League - 5 Live from 14:00 Liverpool v Chelsea - Premier League - 5 Live from 16:30
Former Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel agrees to become the next England manager. What does this mean for England's current crop of players? How will Tuchel take to international management? And can he be the one to end England's trophy drought?
Kelly Cates is joined by former England international Stephen Warnock, European football expert Julien Laurens, and former Chelsea and Scotland winger Pat Nevin to react to the news. BBC Sport Editor Dan Roan provides the latest on the deal, Bundesliga reporter Archie Rhind-Tutt also joins the pod to talk about Tuchel's time in Germany, and another ex-England international Matt Upson gives his take on the appointment.
Timecodes: 00:30 Dan Roan with the latest on the deal 02:27 The panel give their opinion on the appointment 10:20 Matt Upson provides his thoughts 16:13 Archie Rhind-Tutt talks about Tuchel's time in Germany 23:43 What this means for England's current crop of players
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:
Saturday 19th October Manchester United v Brentford - Premier League - 5 Live from 15:00 Bournemouth v Arsenal - Premier League- 5 Live from 17:30
Sunday 20th October Wolves v Man City - Premier League - 5 Live from 14:00 Liverpool v Chelsea - Premier League - 5 Live from 16:30
Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines react to the resignation of Arsenal manager Jonas Eidevall. Eidevall has been under pressure in recent weeks with Arsenal sixth in the WSL and suffering a heavy 5-2 loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Jen gives an insight into what Jonas was like as a manager and how he dealt with external pressure. Ellen and Jen answer your questions about who could be taking over as manager.
To celebrate Black History Month Manchester United’s Gabby George also joins the podcast to share her experiences on and off the pitch.
Plus reaction to the England squad announcement ahead of the Lionesses friendlies against Germany and South Africa.
Timecodes: 00:20 Intro 01:40 Jonas Eidevall leaving 05:00 Title race over? 11:25 Jen Jonas insight 14:00 Fan pressure 16:50 Who replaces Jonas? 19:32 England squad 25:04 Manchester United 28:21 Gabby George
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:
Saturday 19th October Manchester United v Brentford - Premier League - 5 Live from 15:00 Bournemouth v Arsenal - Premier League- 5 Live from 17:30
Sunday 20th October Wolves v Man City - Premier League - 5 Live from 14:00 Liverpool v Chelsea - Premier League - 5 Live from 16:30
Could Pep Guardiola become the next England manager? What would that mean for Manchester City? And can Scotland turn things around? Mark Chapman is joined throughout by former England captain Steph Houghton, former England international Chris Sutton and the New York Times’ chief soccer correspondent Rory Smith. BBC Sport Scotland’s senior reporter Andy Burke also joins the MNC team to talk all things Scotland ahead of their Nations League tie against Portugal on Tuesday.
Timecodes: 00:15 Is Lee Carsley still in contention for the England job? 11:10 Is Pep Guardiola the world-class answer? 13:28 Rory thinks having a foreign head coach is “cheating” 21:24 Steve Clarke and Scotland’s awful run of form 32:10 Changes aplenty at Manchester City
Live football coming up on BBC Sounds:
Tuesday 15th October Scotland v Portugal 7.45pm KO – Nations League on 5 Live
Saturday 19th October Manchester United v Brentford 3pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live Bournemouth v Arsenal 5.30pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live
Sunday 20th October Wolves v Man City 2pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live Liverpool v Chelsea 4.30pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live
England manager Lee Carsley and goal scorers Declan Rice and Jack Grealish react to their 3-1 win against Finland in Helsinki.
Steve Crossman presents reaction with former England defenders Phil Jagielka and Matt Upson.
They discuss the result in Helsinki, whether England need clarity over interim manager Lee Carsley’s future and the performance of some of the newer players against Finland.
Time Codes: 05.40 – Lee Carsley 12.50 – Declan Rice 16.10 – Jack Grealish
Live football coming up on BBC Sounds: Tuesday 15th October – Scotland v Portugal 7.45pm KO – Nations League on 5 Live Saturday 19th October – Manchester United v Brentford 3pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live Saturday 19th October – Bournemouth v Arsenal 5.30pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live Sunday 20th October – Wolves v Man City 2pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live Sunday 20th October – Liverpool v Chelsea 4.30pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live
Football correspondent John Murray, BBC Sport Chief Football Writer Phil McNulty and BBC Football reporter Alex Howell preview England's upcoming Nations League match away to Finland following Thursday's stoppage time defeat to Greece at Wembley. Also hear from England interim boss Lee Carsley, defender Marc Guehi and Finland manager Markku Kanerva
Timecodes: 1:00 - Lee Carsley press conference reaction 3:55 - Lee Carlsey interview with John Murray 10:00 - Team selection discussion 11:20 - Can Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden play together? 15:30 - Marc Guehi interview with John Murray 18:00 - Defensive debate 19:00 - Finland manager Markku Kanerva 20:50 - Defeat 'unthinkable' for England? 22:50 - Thomas Tuchel links
In an exclusive interview – Chappers speaks to the former Wales manager Rob Page who joins the pod for the very first time after being sacked from his position in the summer. During the episode Page opens up about his emotions after losing his role – and the incredible highs of taking Wales to their first World Cup in over 60 years.
We get insight into what it was really like for Page dealing with some of the sports biggest names from Gareth Bale, Aaron Ramsey to Ashley Williams and details what life was like for a manager during those major tournaments.
As well as the highs, Page lets us in on the lows of the role – to results at the World Cup not going his way, to others being linked to his managerial job. And ultimately what’s next for him in football.
Timecodes: 02:47 – Hard watching Wales for first time as losing the role. 03:00 – Hard to take being sacked and adjusting to life without the position. 04:00 – Good to have chance to reflect. 05:00 – Know when you get into management that you will get the sack – just don’t know when. 09:00 – Dealing with the big names like Bale in the dressing room. 12:00 – Wales got to the World Cup because how they managed Bale. 13:00 – Nervous going into first meeting with Bale. 14:00 – There being no egos in Wales changing room. 23:00 – Taking Wales to the World Cup and the emotions of that. 31:00 – Gary Speed’s legacy. 33:00 – Disappointment at the World Cup. 40:00 – How he dealt with rumours of Roy Keane being linked to his job. 44:50 – There to help Craig Bellamy if he needs it. 47:00 – Not sure of future plans yet. Open to domestic or international football.
England manager Lee Carsley, captain John Stones and striker Dominic Solanke react to their 2-1 defeat to Greece at Wembley.
Steve Crossman presents reaction with correspondent John Murray and former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson.
The Sunday Times’ football correspondent Jonathan Northcroft also joins to reflect on a disappointing night at Wembley, while Greek football journalist Kostas Lianos reacts to an emotional night for Greece.
Jurgen Klopp has made a surprise return to football but what impact can he make with the Red Bull football group? And what will the move do to his reputation in Germany? Bild’s Christian Falk joins the pod to help explain it all. John Bennett, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle also discuss why Kylian Mbappe’s latest appearance for Real Madrid has not gone down well in France, the next generation of Maldini to make the Italy squad and the potential impact that Angel Gomes can have for England. Gibraltar’s veteran international Lee Casciaro also joins the pod ahead of tomorrow’s match against San Marino.
Timecodes: 0 min: Intro and a discussion about the flamboyant fashion in the France squad 3 mins: - Jurgen Klopp’s return to Red Bull – why he has done it and how it will go down with German football fans 14 mins: - How Kylian Mbappe has created more headaches for France and boss Didier Deschamps 19 mins: - Daniel Maldini – the third generation of Maldini’s to make the Italy squad 23 mins: - Angel Gomes – why he is so good at Lille and what he can offer England 30 mins: - Gibraltar’s Lee Casciaro joins the pod to discuss Thursday’s match with San Marino
Live football coming up on BBC Sounds…. Thursday 10th October – England v Greece 7.45pm ko – John Murray, Ian Dennis and Paul Robinson. Nations League League on 5 Live Saturday 12th October – Arsenal women v Chelsea women 1.30pm ko – Alistair Bruce-Ball and Faye White. WSL on 5 Live Sunday 13th October – Manchester United women v Tottenham Hotspur women 12.30pm ko – Vicki Sparks and Rachel Brown-Finnis. WSL on 5 Live Sunday 13th October – Finland v England 5pm ko – John Murray and Matt Upson. Nations League on 5 Sports Extra
Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff present a special episode with Leeds striker Patrick Bamford. He talks about life at Elland Road after missing out on promotion last season. How does Daniel Farke compare to previous Leeds managers Marcelo Bielsa and Sam Allardyce? Why is Bielsa the 'best manager without a doubt'? And Patrick reveals what it's been like coping with injuries and angry supporters turning up outside his home.
03:35 Having Britt Assombalonga on BBM 05:30 Life at Leeds after missing out on promotion 09:45 Daniel Farke’s jokes 11:20 ‘Irreplaceable’ Marcelo Bielsa 13:10 Bielsa ‘best manager without a doubt’ 14:45 ‘Murderball’ explained 16:40 Bielsa a hard act to follow 18:55 Allardyce a ‘breath of fresh air’ 20:05 Fans turning up outside Bamford’s home 25:50 Dealing with injuries & psychology 26:35 ‘I hated watching my own team play’ 29:10 Standout moments in Bamford’s career 30:40 THAT goal at Peterborough in the FA Cup 34:35 Balancing football with Peppa Pig
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Man City v Barcelona – Women’s Champions League – 20:00 - Wednesday 9th October England v Greece – Nations League – 19:45 – Thursday 10th October Arsenal v Chelsea – Women’s Super League – 13:45 – Saturday 12th October Man Utd v Tottenham – Women’s Super League – 12:30 – Sunday 13th October
Jack Grealish speaks about the disappointment of Euro 2024 & Lee Carsley's England side. Football correspondent John Murray, senior football reporter Ian Dennis and The Telegraph's Mike McGrath preview England's upcoming Nations League games against Greece and Finland. Also hear from Dominic Solanke after the Spurs striker's first call-up to the England senior squad in seven years.
Timecodes: 02:25 Jack Grealish on missing out on Euro 2024 07:00 Trust from Lee Carsley 08:15 Playing in the no.10 position 10:30 On becoming a father 12:50 Grealish's role going forward 16:30 Dominic Solanke on his call-up 20:30 How will England set up vs Greece?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: England v Greece – Nations League – 19:45 – Thursday 10th October Arsenal v Chelsea – Women’s Super League – 13:45 – Saturday 12th October Man Utd v Tottenham – Women’s Super League – 12:30 – Sunday 13th October
Ellen White and Ben Haines are joined by former Aston Villa manager Carla Ward. Carla tells the team what it was like assisting Emma Hayes with the US squad at the Olympics.
BBC Sport’s Emma Sanders also drops by to take a deep dive into the Championship and take a look at the gap between the top teams and those nearer the bottom. The panel also debate WSL league expansion with promoting more teams from the Championship.
It’s Champions League week with huge games for Arsenal against Bayern Munich and Manchester City facing Barcelona; Ellen and Carla share their thoughts on how to approach such important matches against some of the biggest clubs.
00:20 Intro 02:40 Championship with Emma Sanders 08:00 Expansion? 17:50 Champions League 27:00 Carla & Olympics! 29:30 Jordan Nobbs record
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: England v Greece - Nations League - 19:45 - Thursday 10th October Arsenal v Chelsea - Women’s Super League - 13:45 - Saturday 12th October Man Utd v Tottenham - Women’s Super League - 12:30 - Sunday 13th October Finland v England - Nations League - 17:00 - Sunday 13th October
Steve Crossman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Shay Given to discuss whether Tottenham are 'the ultimate fairweather team' after blowing a 2-0 lead to lose 3-2 at Brighton. The BBC's Chief Football News Reporter Simon Stone joins the pod to reflect on the verdict in Manchester City's legal case against the Premier League's associated party transaction (APT) rules and discuss what happens next. And the panel have a feisty debate over whether goalkeepers should celebrate saving penalties after Jordan Pickford thwarted Anthony Gordon on Saturday.
Topics: 02:58 - Are Spurs the ultimate fairweather team? 28:47 - What does the verdict in Manchester City's legal case against the Premier League's associated party transaction (APT) rules mean? 38:55 - Should goalkeepers celebrate saving penalties?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Chelsea v Real Madrid - Women’s Champions League - 20:00 - Tuesday 8th October Manchester City v Barcelona - Women’s Champions League - 20:00 - Wednesday 9th October England v Greece - Nations League - 19:45 - Thursday 10th October Arsenal v Chelsea - Women’s Super League - 13:45 - Saturday 12th October Man Utd v Tottenham - Women’s Super League - 12:30 - Sunday 13th October Finland v England - Nations League - 17:00 - Sunday 13th October
Erik ten Hag believes he still has Man Utd backing, and Brighton come from two down to stun Tottenham. Nigel Reo-Coker and David James join Rick to reflect on Man Utd’s goalless draw at Aston Villa. Hear from Erik ten Hag, and also Ange Postecoglou after Spurs’ defeat. The panel also discuss whether there’s a three-horse race for the Premier League title, or whether Liverpool have had an easy ride so far.
01:30 The referee’s ‘battery boy’ 03:20 Both Man Utd & Villa dropping points? 06:35 Erik ten Hag INTERVIEW 12:15 Should United publicly back ten Hag? 15:35 Aston Villa showing how it’s done? 16:40 Will Duran be happy as super sub? 20:30 Ange Postecoglou INTERVIEW 24:15 Where are the Tottenham leaders? 26:40 Liverpool to face test of title credentials 32:00 Kovačić the ‘perfect Rodri replacement’
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Chelsea v Real Madrid – Women’s Champions League – 20:00 - Tuesday 8th October Man City v Barcelona – Women’s Champions League – 20:00 - Wednesday 9th October England v Greece – Nations League – 19:45 – Thursday 10th October Arsenal v Chelsea – Women’s Super League – 13:45 Saturday 12th October Man Utd v Tottenham – Women’s Super League – 12:30 Sunday 13th October
Aaron Ramsdale chats to Kelly Somers about leaving Arsenal for Southampton, his relationship with David Raya and maturing on and off the pitch.
He also discusses his dad’s podcast appearances, fancy dress trips to Wembley and why he chose to be a goalkeeper.
Darren Fletcher is joined by the former West Ham and Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker, former Everton and Liverpool midfielder Fara Williams, and former Tottenham and Manchester City midfielder Michael Brown to dig deep into the current situation at Manchester United, including asking whether Bruno Fernandes is too big a loose cannon to be captain. You’ll hear from under-pressure manager Erik ten Hag and co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe on ten Hag’s future. Plus we’ll ask if Cole Palmer is the best player in the Premier League and whether he might outgrow Chelsea.
Topics: 02:35 - 'Kevin Campbell Happiest Moment of the Week' 07:38 - What are Erik ten Hag and Manchester United going to do to turn around their form? 14:42 - Is Bruno Fernandes too big of a loose cannon to be Manchester United captain? 20:11 - Sir Jim Ratcliffe on Erik ten Hag's future 21:31 - Should INEOS have replaced ten Hag in the summer? 29:20 - Is Cole Palmer currently the best player in the Premier League? 33:27 - Could Cole Palmer outgrow Chelsea? 39:38 - Thoughts on the Diarra ruling
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Manchester City v Fulham - Premier League - 15:00 - Saturday 5th October Everton v Newcastle - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 5th October Aston Villa v Manchester United - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 6th October Brighton v Tottenham - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 6th October
BBC Sounds / 5 Sports Extra commentaries this weekend: Chelsea v Nottingham Forest - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 6th October
John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki. After another busy few days in the Champions League, they pick out their moment of the week, discussing Aston Villa, Lille, Real Madrid and Juventus. They also ask why Antoine Griezmann has decided to hang up his boots for France and reflect upon the career of Andres Iniesta. Other topics include whether Luis Enrique was right to leave Ousmane Dembele out of the squad that lost at Arsenal, the return of Wojciech Szczesny and Brest’s brilliant start to life in the Champions League.
Timecodes: 0 min: Introduction. 1.25 Julien Laurens discusses meeting Conor McGregor and the Laurens family derby. 2.35 Mina Rzouki explains why she was so pleased with Juve’s win over Red Bull Leipzig. 4.18 Guillem Balague on Aston Villa’s win over Bayern Munich – including how he got one of the golden coins that were handed out afterwards. 7.10 Lille’s superb win over Real Madrid – and the problems at the Spanish club. 11.50 Why Antoine Griezmann has retired from playing for France. 21.00 Remembering why Andres Iniesta was such a special player. 27.12 Why Luis Enrique left out Ousmane Dembele at PSG on Tuesday – and the message that sent. 34.10 The swift return of Wojciech Szczesny. 39.04 Brest and their brilliant start to life in the Champions League.
Live football coming up on BBC Sounds…. Thursday 3rd October – Porto v Manchester United 8pm ko – Conor McNamara and Paul Robinson. The producer is Rob Schofield. Europa League on 5 Live Saturday 5th October – Manchester City v Fulham 3pm ko – Ian Dennis and Chris Waddle. The producer is Gary Flintoff. Premier League on 5 Live Saturday 5th October – Everton v Newcastle 5.30pm – John Murray and Stephen Warnock. The producer is Rob Schofield. Premier League on 5 Live Sunday 6th October – Aston Villa v Manchester United 2pm ko – John Murray and Clinton Morrison. The producer is George Cummins. Premier League on 5 Live Sunday 6th October – Chelsea v Nottingham Forest 2pm ko – Charlie Slater and Stephen Kelly. Premier League on 5 Sports Extra Sunday 6th October – Brighton v Tottenham 4.30pm ko – Chris Wise and Steve Sidwell. Producer is Rob Nothman. Premier League on 5 live
In this special episode of the Football Daily, former England goalkeeper Joe Hart travels to Liverpool to meet Alisson Becker for an exclusive deep dive into life as a goalkeeper - both on and off the pitch.
They discuss their love of the sport and the constant challenges of how to improve in the game. Alisson lets us in on his motivations and the inspiration that he has received from his faith and family, and opens up about the passing of his father.
Alisson also speaks about how he has adapted into becoming one of the leaders in this current squad alongside Virgil van Dijk, Mo Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Alexis Mac Allister. He also praises the work that has been done so far by the new head coach Arne Slot and what has changed for them since Jurgen Klopp left the club.
Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Kristof Terreur. The panel discuss France, Real Madrid and Manchester United great Raphaël Varane who announced his retirement from football this week. Plus, will players across Europe go on strike? Also, a look ahead to the big game in Germany this weekend: Bayern Munich versus Bayer Leverkusen.
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Arsenal v Leicester – Premier League -15:00 – Saturday 28th September Wolves v Liverpool – Premier League – 17:30 – Saturday 28th September Ipswich v Aston Villa – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 29th September Manchester United v Tottenham – Premier League - 16:30 – Sunday 29th September
01:05 Luis Enrique’s thoughts on press conferences 02:15 What’s the worst question that panel has asked in a presser? 05:15 Players to strike? 17:30 The legacy of Raphaël Varane 26:50 Kompany’s fine start at Bayern
Manchester City 2-2 Arsenal: The Fallout. Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Andros Townsend. The panel discuss a classic Premier League encounter between England’s top two teams. Did Arsenal go too far with their ‘housery’? Or is it just part of the game? What did the panel make of Erling Haaland throwing the ball at Gabriel’s head? Is City versus Arsenal now a legendary rivalry? Plus, BBC Radio Merseyside’s Giulia Bould joins the show, she has more on the news that Everton are getting ever closer to having new owners with The Friedkin Group in advanced talks.
01:30 Knighthood for Sutton? 03:35 Big talking points from City v Arsenal 05:55 Mastering the ‘dark arts’ 11:40 Goalkeeper possession trial 15:00 Did it feel like a defeat for Arsenal? 19:45 Pep’s game management 20:45 Arsenal possession stats 24:40 Odegaard’s absence 25:40 The City/Arsenal rivalry 30:40 Haaland v Gabriel 34:55 Rodri injury latest 37:40 What next for Trent Alexander-Arnold? 43:50 Real Madrid his destination? 46:50 Everton takeover finally imminent?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wycombe v Aston Villa – EFL Cup – 20:00 – Tuesday 24th September Liverpool v West Ham – EFL Cup – 20:00 – Wednesday 25th September Arsenal v Leicester – Premier League -15:00 – Saturday 28th September Wolves v Liverpool – Premier League – 17:30 – Saturday 28th September Ipswich v Aston Villa – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 29th September Manchester United v Tottenham – Premier League - 16:30 – Sunday 29th September
Darren Fletcher is joined by the former West Ham and Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker and the former Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson to reflect on Manchester City's 2-2 draw against Arsenal, including hearing from Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, City captain Kyle Walker and City manager Pep Guardiola.
The panel also discuss Brighton's eventful draw against Nottingham Forest, which consisted of four goals and three red cards.
Topics: 02:32 - Initial thoughts on Man City v Arsenal 05:59 - Mikel Arteta interview 08:03 - Leandro Trossard red card 09:23 - Arsenal's game-management 14:32 - Kyle Walker interview 18:14 - Were City right to feel aggrieved about Arsenal equaliser? 20:22 - Pep Guardiola interview 23:57 - Rodri injury 25:14 - Haaland 100 City goals 26:36 - Impact of late goal on the title race 29:40 - Rui Pedro Silva and Andrew Crofts interviews on the three red cards at Brighton v Forest 31:00 - Morgan Gibbs-White red card 35:08 - Is David Raya currently the best goalkeeper in the Premier League?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wimbledon v Newcastle - Carabao Cup - 19:45 - Tuesday 24th September Liverpool v West Ham - Carabao Cup - 20:00 - Wednesday 25th September Arsenal v Leicester City - Premier League - 15:00 - Saturday 28th September Wolverhampton Wanderers v Liverpool - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 28th September Ipswich Town v Aston Villa - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 29th September Manchester United v Tottenham Hotspur - 16:30 - Sunday 29th September
BBC Sounds / 5 Sports Extra commentaries this week: Wycombe Wanderers v Aston Villa - Carabao Cup - 20:30 - Tuesday 24th September
David Beckham, Rory Delap, and Gianfranco Zola. Fans are always on the edge of their seat before a set piece, yet there have only been a select few who've mastered the art of the dead ball. Who is the Premier League's greatest ever set piece specialist? Gary Lineker is joined by Micah Richards and Alan Shearer for another episode to rank the ten best players who took free kicks, corners, penalties... and throw-ins!
[This episode was originally released on 04/04/2022. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets only on BBC Sounds – just search ‘Match of the Day’ via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds]
Aaron Paul is joined by Nigel Reo-Coker, Clinton Morrison and Paul Robinson. The panel look ahead to the biggest game of the season so far – Manchester City versus Arsenal which takes place at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Plus, what next for Everton? BBC Radio Merseyside’s Giulia Bould joins the show – she’s been speaking to the club’s director of football Kevin Thelwell. You can listen to that interview on the podcast.
01:10 Is this must-win or must-not-lose for Arsenal? 05:25 Paul Robinson arrives 07:05 Cesc Fàbregas’ thoughts 09:30 The Arsenal defence 15:40 How good is Haaland? 18:20 Mikel Arteta interview 21:30 Big problems at Everton 22:55 Kevin Thelwell interview 27:40 Is the situation at Goodison coming to a head?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Liverpool v Bournemouth – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 21st September Crystal Palace v Manchester United – Premier League – 17:30 – Saturday 21st September Brighton v Nottingham Forest - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 22nd September Man City v Arsenal - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 22nd September
Eilidh Barbour is joined by James Horncastle, John Murray and Chris Sutton. The panel reflect on an uninspiring draw between Manchester City and Inter Milan and a brilliant win for Celtic. It's the Scottish champions' biggest ever victory in the Champions League as they see off Slovan Bratislava, scoring five goals in the process. We also hear about Connie McLaughlin's close encounter with a pigeon at Celtic Park! Plus, there's a look ahead to Arsenal's game at Atalanta on Thursday night.
00:30 Nothing to get excited about at the Etihad 01:30 Not a usual City performance 02:40 Flat atmosphere? 03:50 Inter disappointed they didn’t win? 06:40 Both teams dare not lose? 13:00 Foden and Gundogan couldn’t inspire City 13:45 What a night for Celtic 16:00 Brendan Rodgers reaction 17:20 The pigeon incident! 20:45 Atalanta v Arsenal preview
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Atalanta v Arsenal – Champions League – 20:00 – Thursday 19th September Liverpool v Bournemouth – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 21st September Crystal Palace v Manchester United – 17:30 – Saturday 21st September
Kelly Cates is joined by Stephen Warnock, Mina Rzouki and Ian Dennis. The panel reflect on great wins for Aston Villa and Liverpool as they both do the business away from home on opening night of the new-look Champions League. We hear from Arne Slot and Unai Emery. Plus, England captain Harry Kane scored four goals as Bayern Munich achieved a historic 9-2 win over Dinamo Zagreb.
00:30 A great night for Liverpool in Milan 02:55 Arne Slot reaction 04:00 Where did it go wrong for Milan? 10:15 Kane on fire in Munich 14:30 Villa win in Switzerland 14:50 Unai Emery reaction 16:00 Alistair Bruce-Ball and Pat Nevin have their say
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Manchester City v Inter Milan – Champions League – 20:00 – Wednesday 18th September Atalanta v Arsenal – Champions League – 20:00 – Thursday 19th September
Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Shay Given and Rory Smith – the panel discuss Jhon Durán’s stunning strike for Aston Villa against Everton, why don’t we see so many long-range efforts these days? After Nottingham Forest’s historic win at Liverpool can the Tricky Trees start looking up the Premier League table? Plus, how has Julen Lopetegui bedded in at West Ham? Is he too pragmatic for Hammers fans? Also, a look ahead to a busy week of Champions League football with Arsenal, Aston Villa, Celtic, Liverpool and Manchester City all playing in the new-look tournament.
00:55 Chris Sutton’s selfie at Tannadice 03:05 Jhon Durán’s stunning strike 07:25 Villa’s options up front 08:00 The ‘slow death’ of shots outside the box 10:30 Forest’s historic win at Anfield 14:00 Nuno’s options 18:10 Forest formations 19:40 What next for Liverpool? 21:05 Lopetegui’s pragmatism at West Ham 27:15 Champions League preview
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Young Boys v Aston Villa - Champions League -17:45 - Tuesday 17th September AC Milan v Liverpool - Champions League - 20:00 - Tuesday 17th September Manchester City v Inter Milan – Champions League – 20:00 – Wednesday 18th September Atalanta v Arsenal – Champions League – 20:00 – Thursday 19th September
BBC Sounds / 5 Sports Extra commentaries this week: Manchester United v Barnsley – Carabao Cup – 20:00 – Tuesday 17th September
Darren Fletcher is joined by Michael Brown, Glenn Murray and Don Hutchison to look ahead to Sunday's north London derby between Tottenham and Arsenal and discuss whether Liverpool can keep hold of Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold as they enter the final year of the their contracts at Anfield.
Topics: 01:02 - Kevin Campbell 'happiest moments of the week' 04:45 - North London derby preview 22:50 - Can Liverpool keep hold of Salah, van Dijk and Trent?
BBC Sounds/5 Live commentaries this weekend: Liverpool v Nottingham Forest - Premier League - 15:00 - Saturday 14th September Aston Villa v Everton - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 14th September Tottenham v Arsenal - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 15th September Wolves v Newcastle - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 15th September
John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balagué, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle. The panel discuss Kylian Mbappé's poor form for France, Italy's resurgence and Hansi Flick's Barca revolution. There's also a team of unsigned players revealed which includes the likes of Mario Balotelli, Adrien Rabiot and Dele Alli.
01:38 Real Betis’ magnificent reveal video 03:47 Mbappé's poor form 13:10 Are Italy back? 19:26 Hansi Flick is getting things right at Barca 24:12 Unsigned XI
BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend:
Liverpool v Nottingham Forest - 3pm – Sat 14 Sep Aston Villa v Everton – 5:30pm – Sat 14 Sep
Tottenham v Arsenal – 2pm – Sun 15 Sep Wolves v Newcastle – 4:30pm – Sun 15 Sep
The panel discuss Lee Carsley's chances of getting the England manager's job long-term and hear from him ahead of tomorrow's match with Finland at Wembley. Scotland fan James Forrest discusses what's next for Scotland and Steve Clarke after late defeats to Poland and Portugal. And Paul Watson from The Sweeper podcast celebrates San Marino's first ever competitive win after he saw their 1-nil triumph over Liechtenstein.
00:25 Pointless with Chris Sutton 03:25 Can Lee Carsley keep the England job? 13:15 Lee Carsley speaks to Chief Football Correspondent John Murray 22:28 Scotland fan James Forrest on Scotland's lack of rising stars 27:44 San Marino superfan Paul Watson celebrates a first-ever competitive win
BBC Sounds/5 Live commentaries this week: England vs Finland - Nations League - Tuesday 10th September
Manchester City’s Rodri joins Joe Hart to talk Guardiola, trebles & chess. He also speaks about his Spain's side Euros triumph over England and his business degree which he completed while playing for City.
A comprehensive look ahead to Manchester United v Liverpool. Plus, with the transfer window shut, what's the state of play in the Premier League? Scott McTominay has sealed his move to Napoli, is PSR forcing home-grown talent to move abroad to advance their careers? Don Hutchison, Kevin Nolan and Michael Brown are on the panel. 5 Live Sport Premier League commentaries this weekend: Leicester City 15:00 Aston Villa (Saturday) West Ham United 17:30 Manchester City (Saturday) = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Newcastle United 13:30 Tottenham Hotspur (Sunday) Manchester United 16:00 Liverpool (Sunday)
Mark Chapman presents a special edition of the Football Daily reflecting on the life of former England manager Sven-Göran Eriksson. Mark is joined by Chris Sutton and The i paper chief football writer Daniel Storey. Former England internationals Joe Hart and Theo Walcott also pay their tributes.
06:15 Joe Hart joins the pod 13:45 Sven speaking on the Monday Night Club 20:45 Theo Walcott joins the pod
Jay-Jay Okocha, Eden Hazard, Cristiano Ronaldo - which Premier League stars balled out? Alan Shearer and Micah Richards join Gary Lineker to talk “reducers”, dressing room bullies and commandeering a bus on a night out.
[This episode was originally released on 11/10/2021. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets only on BBC Sounds – just search ‘Match of the Day’ via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds]
The Conor Gallagher/João Félix saga is finally over, who got the better of the deal - Chelsea or Atlético Madrid?
Is Kylian Mbappé's move to Real Madrid working out, so far?
Antonio Conte's Napoli are chasing Romelu Lukaku and could be prepared to say goodbye to Victor Osimhen.
Plus, following his international retirement - the panel discuss if Manuel Neuer is the greatest goalkeeper of all time.
A good start for Arsenal and Manchester City, is the Premier League a two-horse race again?
Do the Gunners still need a new striker? Kai Havertz had a flying start against Wolves.
Plus, Izzy may have the scoop on what makes Erling Haaland so good - the raw milk diet!
The panel also discuss Ivan Toney's potential move away from Brentford. Will he end up in Saudi Arabia?
Wayne Rooney, Cesc Fàbregas, Michael Owen - which youngsters burst onto the scene? Alan Shearer and Micah Richards join Gary Lineker to talk the importance of having the right manager, obscenely expensive nights out, and England’s current young stars.
[This episode was originally released on 06/12/2021. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets only on BBC Sounds – just search ‘Match of the Day’ via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds].
Aaron Paul is joined by Ipswich Town legends John Wark and Kieron Dyer, BBC Suffolk's Brenner Woolley and current player Wes Burns to look ahead to the Premier League return.
Town fan Sam Baker talks about what it means to the supporters to see their team back in the big time.
Also, Norwich City legend Chris Sutton gives his thoughts on the Tractor Boys' prospects ahead of their opener against Liverpool on Saturday.
Gareth Ainsworth, Joe Jacobson and Curtis Davies are the guests.
The panel discuss today's transfer news including Aaron Wan-Bissaka's move from Manchester United to West Ham. Also, a welcome return to training for Tom Lockyer at Luton Town. Delia Smith is set to relinquish her ownership of Norwich City in the coming months, what will her legacy be? Plus, who is the greatest left-footed footballer of all time? Messi? Maradona? Jacobson?!
Steve Crossman is joined by Chris Sutton, Theo Walcott, Rory Smith and Kyle Walker.
The panel discuss Justin Bieber being an Arsenal fan. Plus, how will Manchester United do this season? Kyle Walker is in the studio and talks Manchester City and Pep Guardiola.
Will it be two teammates getting into a scrap on the pitch that takes the crown? Perhaps it will be getting your marching orders within a minute of coming on? Or could it be a case of mistaken identity that tops the list? On this episode, Gary, Alan and Micah look back at the best and most ridiculous red cards the Premier League has ever seen.
[This episode was originally released on 30/11/2023. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets only on BBC Sounds – just search ‘Match of the Day’ via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds]
Chris and Kyle are back for the second episode of the series which picks up where last week's left off, delving deeper into Kyle's footballing life.
As one of the oldest players still plying his trade in the Premier League, Kyle tries to name his older peers; discusses the reasons behind his longevity; and talks about why he's so fearful of hanging his boots up. The pair dig into the weeds on nutrition as the Manchester City captain describes his daily intake; why chocolate is the snacking habit he can't kick; and why his teammates take food bags home from the canteen.
Kyle and Chris also talk about the difficulties of club and country positional rivalries when you're battling players you like and respect for the same shirt; why winning the Premier League tops everything and who gets which room and why when it comes to England duty.
[This episode was originally released on 05/06/2024. Find the rest of 'You'll Never Beat Kyle Walker' episodes on BBC Sounds – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0b7h36c]
Man City and England international Kyle Walker and presenter and Love Island star Chris Hughes kick off the series by digging into Kyle's footballing life. Episode one goes into the weeds on some of the important topics surrounding his career: the best player he's played with and against; the name he least likes seeing on a team sheet; and the player who, over the last few seasons in the Premier League, has given him the toughest time.
Kyle also discusses how he plays certain wingers, explains the differences in how you defend a Vinicius Jr versus a Jack Grealish, and names the player he believes is the best right back in the world. And then, taking the component parts of his peers, builds the perfect fullback.
Kyle and Chris also discuss the mental challenges of the modern game, identify the best low-key player in the Premier League, and Kyle gives an insight into what his teammates really think about him.
[This episode was originally released on 29/05/2024. Find the rest of 'You'll Never Beat Kyle Walker' episodes on BBC Sounds – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0b7h36c]
Pat is having a good run in the Leeds team at the minute so Joe wants to work out what contributes to his impressive form and how to get through those barren spells as a striker. You’ll hear discussion about whether Joe pays attention to form as a comedian and how bad Erling Haaland’s form would have to be before Pep drops him from the Manchester City starting eleven.
[This episode was originally released on 18/01/2024. Find the full My Mate’s a Footballer boxset on BBC Sounds – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0grxpyk?page=2]
After becoming an FA Cup icon, Patrick tells Joe all about THAT goal he scored against Peterborough back in January this year and how Gary Lineker might be able to take some credit for the strike. Joe attempts to rank Pat’s volley against the greatest FA Cup goals from history and they discuss Pat’s return to the starting eleven at Leeds and how a conversation with manager Daniel Farke sparked an upturn in form.
[This episode was originally released on 11/01/2024. Find the full My Mate’s a Footballer boxset on BBC Sounds – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0grxpyk?page=2]
Patrick begins this episode with a bone to pick with Joe regarding his footballing ability. Kalvin Phillips gets in touch with Joe who starts planning a celebration for when he scores his first professional goal. Plus they discuss the career-defining moments that all players experience on their journey to becoming a Premier League footballer.
[This episode was originally released on 14/12/2023. Find the full My Mate’s a Footballer boxset on BBC Sounds – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0grxpyk?page=2]
We’re back on track in this episode about transfers where Pat discusses how his move to Chelsea came out of the blue and gives Joe insight into the power dynamic between a club and a player during the transfer window. Joe discusses what was going on in his life at the same age Pat was moving to the Premier League giants and they discover there’s a lot more in common between the pair than they first imagined. Plus there’s further developments of the budding friendship including a revelation from one of Joe’s comedian mates.
[This episode was originally released on 07/12/2023. Find the full My Mate’s a Footballer boxset on BBC Sounds – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0grxpyk?page=2]
Joe slightly derailed this episode in order to utilise the time he spends with his professional footballer co-host. After a crushing defeat, Joe wanted to know what things he could add to his game to become a better player at the tender age of 48. Pat obliges with a couple of tips and tricks and we also learned something that Joe could never imagine about the world of professional football which only helps their friendship become stronger.
[This episode was originally released on 30/11/2023. Find the full 'My Mate’s a Footballer' boxset on BBC Sounds – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0grxpyk?page=2]
After a confident start to Joe’s attempt of making Patrick his friend, discussion turns to the various things a new manager can change at a club. Having recently gone through the experience with Daniel Farke at Leeds, Pat reveals the rules the German gaffer has brought in, how Sam Allardyce chose to communicate with the squad and how well a team would cope if the players were left to rule on their own.
[This episode was originally released on 23/11/2023. Find the full My Mate’s a Footballer boxset on BBC Sounds – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0grxpyk?page=2]
James Milner, Ray Parlour, Michael Carrick - who never gets the credit they deserve? Micah Richards and Alan Shearer join Gary Lineker to discuss awards you don’t want to win, getting things wrong as a pundit, and what makes an effective man-manager.
[This episode was originally released on 22/11/2021. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets only on BBC Sounds – just search ‘Match of the Day’ via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds]
Bale, Rooney, Drogba - what were the best homecomings in Premier League history? Micah Richards and Alan Shearer join Gary Lineker to discuss the pull of your hometown club, Cristiano Ronaldo's return to Manchester United, and how to stamp your authority on a dressing room.
[This episode was originally released on 04/10/2021. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets only on BBC Sounds – just search ‘Match of the Day’ via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds]
Sir Alex Ferguson, Arsène Wenger, and José Mourinho. There have been plenty of spiky relationships between managers over the decades, but which has been the best managerial feud the modern English game has ever seen? Gary Lineker is joined by Micah Richards and Alan Shearer for another episode to rank ten of the best dugout rivalries in Premier League history.
[This episode was originally released on 02/05/2022. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets only on BBC Sounds – just search ‘Match of the Day’ via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds]
Jamie Vardy, Eric Cantona... Alan Shearer?! Who are the best buys in Premier League history? Micah Richards and Al join Gary Lineker to talk bargains, the biggest mistake of Micah's career, and whether there is a "big club" bias in the Match of the Day office.
[This episode was originally released on 05/04/2021. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets only on BBC Sounds – just search ‘Match of the Day’ via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds].
Manchester United beating Arsenal 8-2, Liverpool letting a three-goal lead slip against Crystal Palace, Bradford staying up on the final day of the season... What are the most shocking results in Premier League history? Alan Shearer and Micah Richards join Gary Lineker to discuss yo-yo clubs, losing a million pounds in 90 minutes and who was better, Gary or Alan?
[This episode was originally released on 08/11/2021. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets only on BBC Sounds – just search ‘Match of the Day’ via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds]
Manchester, North London, and Tyne–Wear. The Premier League and Football League play host to some of the best grudge matches in the sport, but which is the best derby in all of English football? Gary Lineker is joined by Micah Richards and Alan Shearer for another episode to rank ten of the best derbies in the English footballing calendar.
[This episode was originally released on 25/04/2022. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets only on BBC Sounds – just search ‘Match of the Day’ via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds]
Eric Cantona or Faustino Asprilla? Paul Gascoigne or Mario Balotelli? Which players will the streets never forget? Alan Shearer and Micah Richards join Gary Lineker to talk pranks, hating your own teammates and indoor firework displays.
[This episode was originally released on 26/04/2021. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets, from series 1-11 via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p086gbss?page=3]
Roy Keane, Vinnie Jones, Duncan Ferguson - who was the toughest to play against? Alan Shearer and Micah Richards join Gary Lineker to discuss football's great hard men: horror challenges, death stares, and out-and-out brawls.
[This episode was originally released on 29/03/2021. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets, from series 1-11 via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p086gbss?page=3]
So where is the worst place to go as a professional footballer? Upton Park or The Den? Old Trafford or Anfield? Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards share stories and argue the case for some of toughest places to visit in English football.
[This episode was originally released on 22/03/2021. Find the full Match of the Day: Top 10 boxsets, from series 1-11 via www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p086gbss?page=3]
On the day Gareth Southgate resigns as England manager, Aaron Paul is joined by our senior football reporter Ian Dennis, football journalist Henry Winter and the former England under-21 international Nigel Reo-Coker to discuss what next for England and who is in the running to succeed Southgate.
Topics: 00:54 - England's interim succession plan 01:44 - What type of manager are England looking for? 04:29 - Mauricio Pochettino 05:57 - "The biggest decision since 1966" 07:40 - Eddie Howe 09:27 - Steve Cooper 14:51 - How important is style of play? 18:41 - Expectations of the new manager 20:45 - Big personality or master tactician? 22:26 - Predictions for the next England manager
Kelly Cates is joined by 5 Live's Vicki Sparks, former England striker Dion Dublin, former Netherlands defender Mario Melchiot and French football expert and Euro Leagues regular Julien Laurens to reflect on France's goalless draw against the Netherlands. They also discuss what next for England after yesterday's disappointing draw against Denmark.
We head into the Scotland camp to speak to Eilidh Barbour ahead of their must-win final group game against Hungary in Stuttgart on Sunday.
And we take a little peek behind-the-scenes on what some of 5 Live’s commentators have been up to on the road so far in Germany.
Mark Chapman is joined by former England internationals Matthew Upson, Conor Coady and Izzy Christiansen to dissect England's disappointing draw against Denmark in Frankfurt, including interviews with England manager Gareth Southgate, captain Harry Kane, vice-captain Kyle Walker and Kieran Trippier; as well as Denmark's Christian Eriksen.
Topics: 12:30 - Kyle Walker with John Murray 26:26 - Kieran Trippier with John Murray 32:06 - Harry Kane with Kelly Somers 34:23 - Christian Eriksen with Kelly Somers 37:36 - Gareth Southgate with John Murray
Mark Chapman is joined by a whole host of guests to preview the start of Euro 2024.
Mark is joined in Munich by Scotland captain Rachel Corsie, former Scotland winger Pat Nevin and former Celtic striker Chris Sutton to look ahead to Scotland's tournament opener against hosts Germany on Friday.
Football correspondent John Murray and England defender Conor Coady check in to preview England's first game against Serbia on Sunday, including hearing from current squad member Ezri Konsa.
Rick Edwards stops by to launch 5 Live Breakfast's 'Deutsche Wörterbuch'.
Former Germany defender Arne Friedrich discusses Germany's chances; senior football reporter Ian Dennis and former England striker Dion Dublin drop in from Berlin to run the rule over Portugal, Netherlands and Croatia; while Euro Leagues regulars Julien Laurens and Guillem Balague make the case for France and Spain.
And we head into Pat Nevin's Scotland party to hear from the former Scotland goalkeeper Bryan Gunn, father of current Scotland goalkeeper Angus, and discuss how Bryan could be Scotland's lucky omen!
Topics: 00:37 - Scotland chat with Chris Sutton, Rachel Corsie and Pat Nevin 10:33 - England chat with John Murray and Conor Coady 13:17 - Ezri Konsa interview 29:22 - Day 1 of Rick Edwards' 'Deutsche Wörterbuch' 30:12 - Germany chat with Arne Friedrich 40:59 - Portugal, Netherlands, Spain and Croatia chat with Ian Dennis and Dion Dublin 49:08 - France and Spain chat with Guillem Balague and Julien Laurens 58:45 - Back to Pat's party with Bryan Gunn 1:03:14 - Predictions
Come inside Mikel Arteta’s home as he sits down, in his living room, with Guillem Balagué to chat about all the great moments in his life – both in football and away from it. From his childhood on the beaches of San Sebastián, to the bunk beds of the Barcelona academy, hear his stories of moving to Paris with his mum and embracing the British weather in Glasgow. Through the influences of Pep Guardiola, Mauricio Pochettino, his parents – and especially his wife – we explore his growth from a player to the Arsenal manager, while delving into the more personal aspects of his life, like why Mallorca holds such a special place in his heart.
A 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.
Ahead 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 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 against Saudi Arabia, to one of the best international finals ever – where Argentina beat France on penalties, fulfilling Lionel Messi’s destiny of winning the World Cup and cementing himself as one of the greatest players of all time
This 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 Football correspondent John Murray 03:30 Sir Bobby Charlton on winning the World Cup 05:05 Gary Lineker on ‘England’s greatest ever player’ 09:10 Alan Shearer and Steve Bruce on a fellow son of the northeast 14:20 Former England manager Roy Hodgson on a ‘humble and charming man’ 15:45 Ex-Man Utd players Wayne Rooney and Michael Carrick reaction 17:45 Man City boss Pep Guardiola sends ‘big hug’
Steve 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 with Pep Guardiola 44:55 – Managing the Spanish national team
The 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?
A 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 amazing football talent factory.
Hear from former teammates at Everton, Arsenal and Rangers, from where Dutch great Ronald de Boer remembers Arteta stepping up aged 21 to score a stoppage-time penalty to snatch the title from Glasgow rivals Celtic: “To take that responsibility, at such a young age, in such an important game and moment of that decisive title race against Celtic was impressive.”
And find out why the Welsh city of Newport played such an important part in Arteta’s journey into coaching.
Arsenal legend Arsène Wenger and former Man City captain Vincent Kompany also feature in this documentary, which paints a picture of a single-minded, intelligent and meticulous man, schooled in the Barcelona style of play, who is now mixing it with the top managers in the game and has got Arsenal fans dreaming of glory once again.
Roddy 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.
Steve 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.
Darren 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 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 – Stories from our presenters, 33:20 – Jockey AP McCoy, 42:30 - The most difficult day in the history of the programme, the day of Hillsborough, 50:20 – The wrong theme tune!
This 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 gives his thoughts from Brazil as the country reacts to the news and we hear from Wales football legend Cliff Jones who faced Pelé in his first World Cup in 1958.
Gary Lineker gives his tribute, as does legendary commentator Barry Davies and chief football writer at the Times, Henry Winter - who have both watched Pelé and interviewed him during their careers. Not only that, we hear from the man himself and if he thinks he’s the greatest player of all time…
Timecodes: 3’00 – Tim Vickery from Brazil. 8’22 – Cliff Jones on playing against Pelé in the 1958 World Cup. 10’00 – Pelé interview. 13’00 – Clive Toye, general manager of the New York Cosmos. 18’00 – Gary Lineker tribute. 21’00 – Barry Davies reflections. 28’00 – Alan Mullery on playing against Pelé and being his friend. 35’00 – Henry Winter on interviewing Pelé.
As 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. 6:00 – How the players are using the spotlight for good. 7:30 – Sarina as a teacher. 13:50 – What Sarina has learnt from her players. 16:30 – Reaction to players quotes. 20:00 – Transition of squad. 24:00 – Sarina’s early life. 26:30 – Pressure.
Guillem Balagué travelled to Warsaw just before the Poland team left for Qatar to sit down with Barcelona and Poland striker Robert Lewandowski.
In this wide-ranging and in-depth interview, Lewandowski discusses everything from getting into TikTok to his hopes at the World Cup. The striker discusses the influence of his father and the impact of his death when Robert was aged 16, as well as what he learnt from Jürgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola.
Time codes
1.30 – How Robert got into TikTok. 4 – The nickname Bobic and his development as a youngster. 6.21 – Robert discusses when he felt ready physically. 7.46 – Why his dad decided to call him Robert. 10.01 – The death of his dad when he was 16. 13.40 – Getting over being released by Legia Warsaw. 18.42 – The advice given to him by Jurgen Klopp. 20.21 – The influence of Pep Guardiola. 22.25 – His on-field leadership skills. 25.07 – His leadership skills for the national team. 26.12 – The different preparation for the Qatar World Cup. 29 – What happened in 2018. 29.55 – His ambitions to score at the World Cup. 30.40 – Competing against Lionel Messi in his final group game. 33 – His desire to play in La Liga. 34.21 – Why Qatar may not be his last World Cup.
Joshua Kimmich is a key player for both Germany and Bayern Munich. The 27-year-old opens up in a lengthy interview with Guillem Balague recorded at Bayern Munich’s training ground shortly before the Bundesliga season paused for the World Cup.
He discusses everything from playing football in the street as a youngster to the influence of Pep Guardiola. He talks about lengthy car journeys with his dad to training with Stuttgart, the evolution of his game, his hopes for the World Cup – and spills the beans on several of his Germany team-mates.
Timecodes 1.40 – Taking his family to the World Cup. 4.05 – His upbringing, playing football in the street and having fun with his friends. 8 – Joining Stuttgart at the age of 12 and the journeys there with his dad. Whether his dad thought he could make it. 11.50 – When he realised he was good and had talent. 16.50 – How and when the move to Bayern Munich happened. 18.21 – The influence of Pep Guardiola. 25 – Kimmich discusses his favourite positions on the pitch. 28.40 – Developing as a leader. 30 – Why a strong Bayern is good for the German team. 31 - Learning lessons from 2018. 34 – His favourites for the Wold Cup. 36 – Kimmich discusses several of his team-mates – Manuel Neuer, Thomas Mueller, Jamal Musiala and Kai Havertz.
Steve Crossman is joined by BBC Wales’ football correspondent Rob Phillips, former Wales striker Sam Vokes and former Wales captain Ashley Williams to look ahead to Wales’ first appearance at a World Cup in 64 years. They hear from Gareth Bale as he prepares to head to the tournament, former Wales international and member of the 1958 World Cup squad Cliff Jones reflects on Wales’ last appearance in the competition and Wales legend Ian Rush gives his thoughts on Wales finally qualifying for the tournament again. 5 Live presenter and Wales fan Elis James drops by too and a number of famous Welsh celebrities offer messages of good luck to the team.
Darren Fletcher is joined by Bastian Schweinsteiger and Nedum Onuoha to chat Eric Ten Hag's Manchester United, Manchester City, and Pep Guardiola's coaching style. Bastian also reflects on his playing career, including Germany's World Cup victory in 2014, and chats about his new book, 'One of You'.
0'52 - Bastian Schweinsteiger's book, 'One of You' 5'34 - Manchester United and Eric Ten Hag 15'15 - Cristiano Ronaldo 16'25 - Coaching ambitions and Casemiro 21'25 - Manchester City v Brentford 25'28 - Pep Guardiola's philosophy 32'50 - England ahead of Qatar 35'55 - Germany's 2014 World Cup victory 39'28 - Germany ahead of Qatar
Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Julien Laurens.
With the top European leagues set to stop for the World Cup, the team ask which of them are effectively already over.
Julien discusses why the sackings continue in France, Guillem explains why the Basques are consistently able to punch above their weight and they also ask what was behind Gerard Pique’s red card?
Dutch journalist Marcel van der Kraan also drops in to shed some light on why there is something of a keeper crisis with their national team.
TIMECODES 1 min – The team discuss where they are staying in Qatar – and whether they will use the gym. 7 mins – James explains whether he thinks Napoli will go on to win Serie A. 11 mins – How the title race is looking in La Liga – and why Gerard Pique saw red. 19 mins – PSG on top - again – in France but why are so many managers are losing their job? 25 mins – Why the Basque region produces so many footballers. 29 mins – Marcel explains how the Dutch are looking heading into the World Cup. 40 mins – Bayern Munich and Germany’s Joshua Kimmich on a winning mentality.
Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Guillem Balagué, Kristof Terreur and Mina Rzouki. Barcelona defender Gerard Pique has announced his retirement – but how good was he and how will he be remembered? The Champions League group stage has now finished and the team discuss whether it will be silverware for Napoli, the balance at PSG and the miserable campaign for Atlético Madrid. Plus – more top players are set to miss out on the World Cup, is this becoming a bit of an issue?
TIMECODES….. 1 min: Guillem’s crazy birthday and Kristof’s holiday. 3 mins: Gerard Pique’s decision to retire. 12 mins: Napoli looking good and deserve great credit. 24 mins: Whether the balance is right at PSG. 33 mins: The deep problems at Atlético Madrid. 40 mins: More players missing the World Cup.
The Premier League’s all-time record goalscorer Alan Shearer meets Erling Haaland on the eve of his debut season at Manchester City.
Haaland talks about the relationship with his father, and wanting to be a better player than him from a really young age.
He says he has the ability to improve ‘everything’ in his game, highlights the importance of meditation, outlines how he’ll develop on-pitch chemistry with his new team-mates, and insists he’ll welcome the physicality and ‘pain’ of the Premier League.
HIGHLIGHTS 01:30 – Relationship with and influence of his father on his career 05:00 – Emotions connected to goalscoring, and how to get over missing chances 11:00 – His mental approach to the game and importance of meditation 13:45 – On whether he has to adjust his game to fit in at Manchester City
Steve Crossman speaks to Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola about playing golf and spending time with family during the summer break, why emotions are more important to him than stats in football and how Erling Haaland is settling in.
They also discuss why Pep has embraced the city of Manchester so much, what he plans to do when he retires and why the club’s fanbase around the world is so important to him.
Steve’s also joined by former City midfielder Michael Brown to reflect on Guardiola’s words, what the signing of Haaland says about the club’s status and whether he thinks Pep’s more relaxed than what we see on the touchline.
Former England international Alex Scott looks at the explosion in popularity of women’s football and asks what the future holds for the game she loves. Women’s football is the fastest growing female sport in the world. With wages on the rise and multi-million pound broadcasting deals being agreed, this summer’s European Championships in England are set to be a watershed moment for the game. Traveling to Barcelona, Alex witnesses a seminal moment in the sport’s history as a world-record 91,000 people pack the Nou Camp for the women’s Champions League match between Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Keen to know if that growth is sustainable, Alex seeks the views of some of the sport’s biggest names such as Chelsea manager, Emma Hayes and England Lionesses captain Leah Williamson. Alex hears how Reading’s WSL player, Emma Mitchell, is juggling being a new mum and a top-flight footballer, with maternity rights only recently being introduced for players. Meeting other Women’s Super League players, Alex learns about the challenges they still face, exploring the lack of diversity in the women’s game and the ongoing issues with social media abuse.
This is a pivotal time for women’s football and in order to find out if the game she loves is in safe hands, Alex flies to Switzerland to speak to Uefa and travels around the UK, meeting experts across the industry, including agents, investors, international stars and former players, to hear how far the game has come – and look at its incredible potential for the future.
This is a special Football Daily pod where Mark Chapman sits down to chat to Premier League referee Mike Dean on his extraordinary career, after announcing that he will retire at the end of the season after over 20 years at the very top of the game.
He tells Mark how he started in the lower leagues and rose to the very top – and lets us in on a few secrets along the way… like who were his favourite players - to the manager he feared the most and lifts the lid on what really goes on in the referees dressing rooms. Not only that we hear his views on how the game has changed throughout his time on the pitch and of course VAR gets a mention too!
Kelly Cates, commentator Conor McNamara and former Wales internationals Sam Ricketts and Sam Vokes reflect on Wales’ victory over Austria in their play-off semi-final, which leaves them just one game away from qualifying for their first World Cup since 1958.
Wales manager, Rob Page, gives his reaction to his team’s emotionally charged win.
Mina Rzouki reacts to Italy’s shock exit from the World Cup Qualifiers, and we also have reaction from Scotland’s draw in their international friendly against Poland.
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Steve Crossman & former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha catch-up with World Cup winner & Bayern Munich legend Bastian Schweinsteiger. The 8-time Bundesliga title winner talks international highs & lows, his time playing in a legendary Bayern team & turning down a career as a professional skier
Darren Fletcher is joined by former Man City and Spurs midfielder Michael Brown and ex-Crystal Palace striker Clinton Morrison to look ahead to the Manchester Derby, Antonio Conte’s Premier League return and the latest in Newcastle’s manager search.
Could Saturday’s match at Old Trafford determine the fate of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer? The Manchester United manager has a great record in this fixture, winning three and drawing one of the last four, and this time around he has Cristiano Ronaldo. Will a Man United back four better suit Pep Guardiola’s Man City?
As Antonio Conte prepares for his first Premier League game in charge of Tottenham, Clinton and Michael ask if the current squad are prepared for their fresh start and whether they will buy into the new regime. Plus, will Harry Kane be a part of Conte’s long-term plans?
With Eddie Howe looking like the favourite to replace Steve Bruce at St James’s Park, is he the best manager to take on Newcastle’s relegation battle?
Plus we’ve reaction from St Mary’s after Southampton beat Aston Villa one-nil. You can hear from both Ralph Hasenhüttl and Dean Smith.
As Barcelona sack Ronald Koeman, Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Rafa Honigstein, Mina Rzouki and Julien Laurens to discuss what we can expect next for both the club and their former manager. What was the decisive moment that lead to his dismissal and how would the Spanish side look with Xavi at the helm?
Plus, we hear from former Manchester United winger Adnan Januzaj on why it didn’t work out for him under Jose Mourinho and Freiburg goalkeeper Mark Flekken tells us why he is loving life right now.
TOPICS: 3’30 Ronaldo Koeman sacked by Barcelona 19’10 Real Sociedad 26’00 Adnan Januzaj interview 37’00 Mark Flekken interview
Steve Crossman & former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha catch-up Wolverhampton Wanderers’ captain & England defender Conor Coady. The guys talk all things Wolves, England, the art of being a Captain AND car parks.
Former Wolves striker Nathan Blake also join the guys to talk expectations this season & mental health.
To mark the International Awareness Day for Epilepsy, Steve Crossman is joined by former England and Cardiff forward Jay Bothroyd as well as Port Vale Defender Leon Legge to talk about how the neurological disorder has affected their lives.
All three share personal experiences before chatting about stigmas, mental health and how sport deals with medical conditions.
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Pep Guardiola as you have never heard him before.
The Manchester City boss selects several of his favourite songs that reference key moments in his life, as he takes us on a journey from his humble beginnings to the very top of the football world. Speaking to Guillem Balague back in 2018 he talks at length about his upbringing, family life, Barcelona, New York, politics and his special relationship with the people of Manchester.
Guardiola also opens up about the night his wife and two daughters were caught up in the Manchester Arena Attack.
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk opens up on his love of Disneyland and Game of Thrones, honing his skills on Cruyff courts and how he switches off from football in an exclusive and wide-ranging interview with Guillem Balague
Steve Crossman is joined by triple Ballon d'Or winner Marco van Basten for a Euro Leagues special. He won six league titles, two European Cups and the Euros but Marco van Basten wishes he had retired earlier. He discusses meeting his idol Johan Cruyff as a teenager and scoring his most famous goal in the Euro 88 final. But he missed two seasons trying to fight back from his ankle injury and now cannot even kick a ball.
Steve Crossman, Guillem Balague, Rafa Honigstein and Kristof Terreur are joined by Bayer Leverkusen’s Uefa committee member Fernando Carro to discuss a turbulent week.
From the seismic shock caused across Europe by the news of the proposed European Super League to the possible fall-out and consequences of its collapse - the team unpick a week like any other.
TOPICS
3.20 – What has happened this week
5.18 - Impact of Florentino Perez’s latest interview
09.30 - Interview with Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro, who is also on Uefa’s Club Competitions Committee. He talks about how ‘disgusting’ certain aspects of behaviour was from ESL clubs
16 - Carro very strong on need to discuss problems in football in the open
17.30 – Carro good on how Germans are good at finding compromises – and how important this is right now
23.35 – The team discusses what happens next
27 – Rafa Honigstein on how Perez has been exposed as “the emperor with no clothes”
34 – Why fans around Europe have reacted differently to the ESL plans
37.57 – The team discusses whether this week will be remembered in 10 years
BBC Sport's Eilidh Barbour has been speaking to the Scotland and Arsenal defender Jen Beattie.
She was diagnosed with breast cancer in October and is still receiving treatment, but has since played for her club and country.
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In this special episode of the Football Daily podcast Mark Chapman is joined by correspondent John Murray and South American football expert Tim Vickery to pay tribute to football legend Diego Maradona, who has died at the age of 60.
Maradona - arguably the greatest player football has ever seen - had a spectacular career: he captained Argentina to victory at the 1986 World Cup, and scoring both the infamous 'Hand of God' goal and the much-lauded solo second against England in their quarter-final.
He spent much of his club career at Napoli, winning two Serie A titles, the Coppa Italia and UEFA Cup with the Italian side. He had previously played for Barcelona, Boca Juniors and Argentinos Juniors.
We hear from Gary Lineker, Pep Guardiola, Ossie Ardiles, and Paul Elliott - all paying tribute to the Argentine superstar.
Former Arsenal and Denmark striker Nicklas Bendtner talks candidly to Steve Crossman about Arsenal, addiction, smoking with Pirlo, and finally embracing the 'Lord Bendtner' nickname.
Steve Crossman and Stephen Warnock look ahead to Sunday's Premier League matches. We hear from Fulham boss Scott Parker on the club's tough reintroduction to the Premier League and Stephen explains why he feels Tony Khan's social media comments after the Villa game were unhelpful. Tottenham's Eric Dier expresses his frustration with the use of VAR ahead of his side's trip to Manchester United, while Stephen reveals who has been a key figure in Aston Villa's good start as they prepare to face Liverpool. Ahead of their game at Arsenal, Steve speaks to Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder and new signing Rhian Brewster, who talks about his decision to go to Bramall Lane, training with Steve McManaman and why his dad loves John Barnes.
Steve Crossman and guests select their Greatest Champions League XIs
Steve Crossman, Mark Clemmit and Derby County’s Curtis Davies explore how lockdown has affected the lives and careers of players in football’s lower divisions.
Mark Chapman is joined by Ian Wright, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith in the Monday Night Club's end of season review.
The team react as Aston Villa escape relegation, condemning Watford and Bournemouth to the Championship.
Who had the better season - Frank Lampard's Chelsea or Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's Manchester United?
And Chris tells all about his lawnmower woes.
From a 2 - 2 draw against West Brom back in December 2015, to producing one of the greatest Champions League comebacks of all time against Barcelona in May 2019. Kelly Cates is joined by our football correspondent John Murray, former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock and John Gibbons from The Anfield Wrap to reflect on the 10 defining games that turned Klopp's Liverpool from also-rans to Premier League champions.
After 30 years of waiting for a 19th title, Liverpool are Premier League champions following Manchester City's defeat at Chelsea.
Steve Crossman is joined by football correspondent John Murray and former England and Chelsea winger Karen Carney who saw that dramatic win for Chelsea at Stamford Bridge that confirmed the title for Liverpool.
We hear reaction from former Liverpool and England defender Stephen Warnock as well as Ronny Rosenthal who was part of Liverpool’s last title winning team 30 years ago.
Plus Gabby Logan from Match of the Day speaks to Liverpool's Andy Robertson and James Milner, who were mid celebration after hearing they're officially Premier League champions!
Kelly Cates, Ian Wright, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith are back on the Monday Night Club.
The team talk about #BlackLivesMatter appearing on team shirts when the Premier League returns and the impact that it could have on tackling racism in football.
Sheffield United captain Billy Sharp talks about the Blades' incredible season as he draws close to a century of goals for his boyhood club.
Who will go down? And who will qualify for Europe? The panel discuss the possibilities as the PL's return draws near.
Steve Crossman, Guillem Balague and Julien Laurens are back with the Euro Leagues show.
Frenkie de Jong discusses his rise from a small Dutch village to FC Barcelona and former teammates Aitor Karanka and Bixente Lizarazu are re-united.
Former Middlesbrough manager Karanka discusses the return of La Liga and Bayern legend Lizarazu recalls France's success at Euro 2000.
Kelly Cates is joined by Chris Sutton, Micah Richards and Rory Smith on the Monday Night Club.
Former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock criticises Rafa Benitez' man management skills and reflects on the 2005 Champions League final.
And the team react to the cancellation of the Women's Super League.
Steve Crossman, Guillem Balague and Kristof Terreur are back with the Euro Leagues.
Roberto Martínez explains why his Belgium players are coaches of the future and Red Bull Salzburg boss Jesse Marsch remembers THAT half-time team-talk at Anfield.
And Brighton defender Bernardo discusses his love of radio, Project Restart and his upbringing in Brazil.
Mark Chapman, Ian Wright, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith are back on the Monday Night Club.
Celtic midfielder Ryan Christie discusses his club's ninth Premiership title in a row and Dion Dublin remembers the magic of Eric Cantona at Manchester United.
The Bundesliga is back and so are Steve Crossman and the Euro Leagues team.
Fortuna Düsseldorf sporting director Lutz Pfannenstiel takes us behind the scenes at his club and Archie Rhind-Tutt joins us from Köln-Mainz.
Meanwhile, former Watford and Atlético Madrid boss Quique Sánchez Flores discusses winning the Europa League, his godfather Alfredo Di Stéfano and the Pozzo family.
Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague and Kristof Terreur on this week's Euro Leagues show.
The team bring us the latest on the return of the Bundesliga and leagues across Europe.
Plus Chris Waddle reminisces about his Marseille career and the time he aimed for France and ended up on an island in the Indian Ocean...
And Nayim remembers THAT goal against Arsenal in the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup Final.
Jermain Defoe talks about a lack of respect for his England career and Glenn Hoddle relives the Champions League final on the Friday Football Social with Darren Fletcher and Jermaine Jenas.
John Murray gives an update on the Bundesliga and potential return for the Premier League.
Plus we hear about Fletch's BBQ and JJ's slip and slide...
José Enrique compares Jon Flanagan to Roberto Carlos and we hear from FC Schalke and Wales winger Rabbi Matondo in this week's Euro Leagues podcast.
Guillem Balague and Julien Laurens join Steve Crossman to discuss Ligue 1 being cancelled and how football may restart in Spain, Italy and Germany.
What links Robbie Savage's hairdryer to Keith Gillespie?
Can Mark Chapman and Chris Sutton reverse their poor form to overcome Savage and Vicki Sparks in Alistair Bruce-Ball's "You're Better Than That" quiz?
And how could we see a return for football?
Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague and Kristof Terreur for this week's Euro Leagues podcast.
Former German international Steffen Freund reflects on their Euro 1996 victory, a sore subject for Steve.
With the news that the Dutch football season will be voided, we're also joined by SC Cambuur manager Henk de Jong whose team were at the top of the Eerste Divisie and could now miss out on promotion to the Eredivisie and Dutch football expert Marcel van der Kraan.
Darren Fletcher and Jermaine Jenas catch up with one of the Premier League's longest-serving players James Milner.
They chat all about his life in football as well as those infamous social media videos.
Kelly Cates is joined by Ian Dennis and Clinton Morrison to discuss their favourite sporting films and whether the Premier League can survive the coronavirus crisis.
We hear from National League chairman Brian Barwick and football finance expert Nick Harris to discuss how teams will cope.
What would make Sean Dyche rather get a "big spoon" and "ram it" in his eye socket?
And how does Lucy Bronze think women's football has changed over the last few years?
Mark Chapman is joined by Dion Dublin, Karen Carney and Clinton Morrison to discuss life without football, Phil Neville's own language, their favourite grounds and what riled them up on the football pitch.
Sean Dyche also uses the word 'peng'.
Mark Chapman is joined by Michael Brown, George Elek and Kieran Maguire to look at how EFL clubs will be affected by coronavirus.
On this special episode, we hear from EFL chairman Rick Parry, Portsmouth striker John Marquis, Stevenage chairman Phil Wallace and Wycombe Wanderers boss Gareth Ainsworth.
Mark Chapman is joined by Ian Dennis, Darren Fletcher, Chris Waddle to discuss the effect of the coronavirus on football and Statman Dave models the outcome of the season.
Steve Crossman chats to Atlético Madrid and England right back Kieran Trippier.
They discuss his move from the Premier League to La Liga and how he has adapted to the Spanish climate.
Also they talk about his relationship with his manager Diego Simeone and how he still talks to Sean Dyche on a weekly basis.
Liverpool's 21-year-old right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold opens up in an exclusive interview with Guillem Balague.
The Liverpudlian talks about playing head tennis on holiday, reveals the thinking behind THAT corner against Barcelona, discusses staying moves ahead on the chess board and on the pitch - and explains why he would loving nothing more than wearing the captain's armband at Anfield.
Former Bolton Manager Owen Coyle joins the Football Daily on the day Bolton Wanderers future was secured, 24 hours after Bury were expelled from the Football League. The Guardian's football finance expert David Conn and Tranmere owner Mark Palios - formerly an insolvency practitioner as well as Bury and Bolton player - join Mark Chapman, and Michael Brown describes how he had to tell his son, who played for Bury's academy, that he no longer had a club.
Kelly Cates is joined by Steve Crossman and BBC Radio Manchester’s Mike Minay to react to the news that Bury Football Club has been expelled from the Football League.
A takeover deal to buy Bury FC collapsed earlier on Tuesday and the club couldn’t prove to the EFL that it had the funds to continue or find a new buyer before the deadline of 5pm.
The news broke at 11pm that the club had been expelled from the Football League and we were there to get the reaction from emotional fans who were still at Gigg Lane in the hope their club could be saved.
We also discuss the news that Bolton Wanderers has been given an extension of 14 days, but as Mike explains, they could be the second club to be expelled from the Football League, sooner rather than later.
On a day full of ups and downs Steve Crossman heads to Bury to work out how much the town loves their club. Plus Nicky Adams tells us why he feels 'cheated' by chairman Steve Dale
Manchester City and Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva takes Steve Crossman on a journey from his early life in Lisbon to Premier League stardom.
The 25-year-old discusses his first experience of the Manchester rain, singing in the shower, the incredible demands of playing for Pep Guardiola and the club’s quest to win the Champions League.
Emma Saunders goes behind the scenes at Crystal Palace – and catches up with former player Clinton Morrison to chat about Wilfried Zaha's future at the club and the team's summer so far. They hear from captain Luka Milivojevic and winger Andros Townsend.
Pierre Emerick Aubameyang, Henrik Mkhitaryan, Hector Bellerin and Nicholas Pepe join Nick Bright and David Ornstein to talk the new season, saving the world and who should be kicked out of the players' WhatsApp group.
Steve Crossman and former Newcastle captain Kevin Nolan spend the day with Newcastle United to look ahead to the new season. Hear from Steve Bruce on how he couldn’t turn down the chance to manage his boyhood club, Martin Dubravka talks getting to grips with the Geordie accent and Jamaal Lascelles (sort of) gives his prediction for the season. Plus Matt Ritchie discusses competition with the club’s new signings, and Sean Longstaff reflects on the injury that he thought might end his career.
You can hear how Newcastle get on in their first match of the season against Arsenal on 5 Live Premier League Sunday – kick off is at 2pm.
Steve Crossman and former Sheffield United midfielder Michael Brown go behind the scenes as the Blades prepare for their first season back in the top flight since 2007. Hear from manager Chris Wilder and returning defender Phil Jagielka, who says he has unfinished business following the club's relegation 12 years ago. Record signing Oli McBurnie explains why he gets compared to Tormund Giantsbane from Game of Thrones. We also hear from Chris "BashamBauer" Basham and Billy Sharp on how much playing in the top flight means to the club and the city.
Nick Bright and Ben Haines go to Tottenham’s training ground for pre-season chats with Harry Winks and “uncle” Son Heung-Min. They talk K-pop, have issues with wasps and spend far too much time trying out handshakes, something that is surprisingly visual for a podcast.
Jurgen Klopp and Andy Robertson speak to Juliette Ferrington and reveal what Liverpool have been learning from a surfer, and how Klopp learnt English by watching Friends. This episode also features John Gibbons from the Anfield Wrap and stories about Andy Robertson trying to get jobs in supermarkets.
In the third of our Premier League specials, Steve Crossman goes behind the scenes at West Ham United.
We find out what really happened to Declan Rice in the hilarious viral video that did the rounds in the off-season, and why he asked Manuel Pellegrini to go out on loan to the Championship at the start of last season.
Also, we explain to Lukasz Fabianski why he is so sought-after in Fantasy Football, Carlton Cole's thoughts on new record signing Sebastian Haller and why nobody enjoys sleep more than defender Issa Diop.
Steve Crossman goes behind the scenes at Leicester City in the second of our series of Premier League specials.
Hear from manager Brendan Rodgers on trying to break into the top 6, what superhero character Leicester player of the season Ricardo Pereira would come to training as, Christian Fuchs' big esports plan and goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel speaks from the heart about late owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha.
In the first of our Premier League specials, Steve Crossman goes behind the scenes at Aston Villa ahead of the new season.
Learn how Jack Grealish's Mum was more worried than he was when he was attacked by a Birmingham fan, why Tyrone Mings knew he'd 'made it' when he upgraded his Citroën Saxo to a Vauxhall Corsa, why manager Dean Smith 'had to' sign over 10 players this summer and how we've all been pronouncing Conor Hourihane's name incorrectly.
If that isn't enough we also catch up with club captain James Chester and new signings Jota and Matt Targett.
Joining Steve throughout the pod is Villa legend Dion Dublin.
It’s a football sandwich in this edition, Steve Crossman with the latest transfer news and Caroline Barker from the Women’s World Cup. Steve is joined by BBC Sports News correspondent David Ornstein to look at a possible second summer signing for Manchester United as they agree a price for Crystal Palace defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka. The pair then discusses any other possible comings and goings in the Premier League. Who should we be watching out for?
Then we are live in France with Caroline Barker, Chelsea coach Emma Hayes and former England goalkeeper Rachel Brown-Finnis to preview the Women’s World Cup quarter finals. Can England overcome Norway? Hear from England boss Phil Neville, who has labelled Norway as the ‘surprise’ package of the tournament. Plus commentator Alistair Bruce-Ball pops up with special interview with Pierluigi Collina as we talk VAR.
Emma Saunders is joined by former England forward Rachel Yankey, former England goalkeeper Rachel Finnis-Brown and BBC World Cup commentator Vicki Sparks to bring you a guide on the teams and players to look out for in the Women's World Cup 2019.
As England and Scotland prepare to face each other in their opening Group D game on Sunday 9th June, the panel discuss how far both home nations can go into the tournament.
They also give in-depth analysis on the France, USA, Netherlands and Germany squads, who are all contenders to win the World Cup.
Chelsea beat Arsenal 4-1 to win the Europa League and in the process stop Arsenal qualifying for next season’s Champions League. Lee Dixon, Andy Townsend, Pat Nevin and Alan Pardew pore over what this means for the future of this Chelsea squad with Eden Hazard admitting after that he's off. But what does the future hold for manager Maurizio Sarri? And with three consecutive seasons of failing to qualify for the Champions League, is this the new normal for Arsenal fans?
Emma Saunders presents a special show as we meet The Lionesses ahead of the Women's World Cup, which gets underway next month.
Former England players Rachel Brown-Finnis and Rachel Yankey and commentator Vicki Sparks join the panel - as we get to know the likes of Steph Houghton, Nikita Parris and Jill Scott as they prepare to jet off for France ahead of the tournament which starts on 7 June.
And we get the gossip on what happened when the team went camping with the SAS and who sang Take That songs around the camp fire.
Mark Chapman is joined by NY Times chief soccer correspondent Rory Smith, journalist and broadcaster Musa Okwonga, England youtube channel host Craig Mitch and Clive Ellington who discovered Sterling as an eight-year-old.
They consider if the England and Manchester City forward is one of the most influential sports stars of this generation.
From Valencia to Istanbul and Inter to Tyneside - Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez tells Guillem Balague about the key matches from his managerial career
Thanks to Chinese whispers we know who Sir Alex Ferguson is tipping for Premier League title. Would Liverpool getting 97 points and still coming second to Manchester City be a "disaster" for the club? And which team of the two will contain the winner of the Golden Boot? Jonathan Overend, Michael Brown, Jon Walters and David Thompson look at the bottom of the league as well - and ask if Cardiff's strong sense of identity will be what saves them this season.
Chris Smalling talks about growing up in a one-parent family and how even though they couldn’t afford his bus fare to go to football training sessions, he still managed to make it from non-league Maidstone to Manchester United.
He tells Guillem Balague about the importance of tackling racism in football and the crucial role Raheem Sterling has had. Smalling talks about that elbow on Lionel Messi in Manchester United’s Champions League Quarter Final first leg and whether they can turnaround a 1-0 deficit against Barcelona. And he reveals who has the worst taste in music in United’s changing room. It’s Chris Smalling as you’ve never heard him before.
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata discusses the freedom his football career has given him, his struggles with his guitar and his heroes in an in-depth exclusive interview.
A special podcast examining the Marcelo Bielsa revolution at Leeds United. Guillem Balague spent four days behind the scenes at Elland Road speaking to his players, staff, fans and the man himself. We find out how he’s transformed the training ground, why his players are so impressed and observe one of his training sessions. Plus, you’ll hear some bizarre tales about plug sockets and a fireplace.
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk opens up on his love of Disneyland and Game of Thrones, honing his skills on Cruyff courts and how he switches off from football in an exclusive and wide-ranging interview.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic tells Steve Crossman about Paul Pogba, Man Utd, fatherhood, dodgy showers and life on Planet Zlatan in a wide-ranging interview.
Pep Guardiola as you have never heard him before. The Manchester City boss selects several of his favourite songs that reference key moments in his life, as he takes us on a journey from his humble beginnings to the very top of the football world.
Speaking to Guillem Balague he talks at length about his upbringing, family life, Barcelona, New York, politics and his special relationship with the people of Manchester. Guardiola also opens up about the night his wife and two daughters were caught up in the Manchester Arena Attack.
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