Best Stoke On Trent Podcasts (2025)

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Premier League Review with Rick Edwards 43:01

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18m ago43:01

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Arsenal leave it late to beat Newcastle & Ruben Amorim retains Man Utd support. Rick Edwards is joined by David James and Jonathan Northcroft from The Sunday Times. Also hear from Amorim after Manchester United’s defeat at Brentford, and get the thoughts of The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards after Newcastle-Arsenal. Plus the rest of the main Premier Leag…

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Andoni Iraola - The Football Interview 14:43

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AFC Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola sits down with Kelly Somers to talk about falling in love with football and growing up in the Basque region of Spain. From playing with Mikel Arteta and Xabi Alonso at school, learning from Marcelo Bielsa and moving to New York, it’s been quite a journey to the English south coast for the former Athletic Club man.…

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The Commentators' View: Ali hit by golf ball & John’s fashion show 52:58

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Golf correspondent Iain Carter & commentator Kat Downes join John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball from the Ryder Cup. They talk about John’s travel trevails and his unexpected personal shopping experience. Why will commentating at this Ryder Cup be different? Who will we raise a glass to after Clash of the Commentators? And more suggestions for the Great G…

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Euro Leagues: Dembele wins the Ballon d'Or & The Special One returns! 48:35

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Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Rafa Honigstein on this episode of the Euro Leagues. The team reflect on Ousmane Dembele beating Lamine Yamal to the Ballon d'Or, Aitana Bonmati controversially taking home the women's award, and what the current state of the competition is in the world of football. Is Diego Simeone at…

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72+ EFL Pod: Blackburn bother & ballers as chocolate bars 46:13

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Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Tommy Smith debate EFL matters including what should happen after Blackburn-Ipswich was abandoned, and should the play-offs be expanded to six teams? Also Middlesbrough flying under Rob Edwards, Cheltenham sack Michael Flynn, and will there be a new addition into the 72+ Ultimate All-Time EFL XI? Oh and EFL footballers as…

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Women's Football Weekly: Remembering Matt Beard 56:22

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Ben Haines, Ellen White and Jen Beattie remember the former Liverpool manager Matt Beard who has died at the age of 47. Natasha Dowie who played under Beard with Liverpool, Charlton Athletic and Boston Breakers tells us about ‘Beardy’ and her experiences with him which started at the age of 17 when she joined Charlton Athletic. Tash followed Matt t…

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Monday Night Club with Mark Chapman 59:26

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Manchester City’s worst start in 19 years and Graham Potter’s under threat at West Ham. Mark Chapman is joined by Joe Hart, Chris Sutton and The Observer football correspondent Rory Smith. They also tap into Arsenal and hear from a West Ham fan. Plus, Chappers is carrying an injury and Rory shares his ice cream recommendations. 03:30 Did Man City g…

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Premier League Review with Rick Edwards 46:54

3d ago46:54

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Gabriel Martinelli levels late on as Arsenal draw with Manchester City. Hear from him as Rick Edwards, Clinton Morrison and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards chew the fat. Also catch up with Graham Potter as West Ham eye up managerial replacements. Wolves’ howling run continues, Watkins remains goalless and who wins the Ballon d’Or on Monday night? 03:5…

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The Commentators' View: Ali’s car crisis & Conor’s Everton error 54:31

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Conor McNamara joins John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball to talk football, travel & language. They reflect on their European adventures in the UEFA Champions League and look ahead to the Premier League weekend. Will Ali’s losing run end in Clash of the Commentators? There’s a ‘root and branch’ reform of the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. And the u…

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Rashford shines for Barcelona & Haaland breaks more records 29:48

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Mark Chapman has reaction as Barcelona beat Newcastle 2-1 and Manchester City had a 2-0 victory over Napoli in the Champions League. Former Newcastle midfielder Isaac Hayden, former Premier League striker Dion Dublin, Spanish football expert Guillem Balague and John Murray talk Marcus Rashford shining for Barcelona with two brilliant goals. Hear fr…

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UCL Debrief: Liverpool leave it late & Kane inspires Bayern win over Chelsea 26:41

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Alistair Bruce-Ball has reaction as Liverpool beat Atletico & Chelsea lose in Munich. Mark Schwarzer, Pat Nevin, Ian Dennis and Maz Farookhi join Ali after full-time. Liverpool leave it late once again, this time against Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid. Arne Slot’s side had surrendered a 2-0 lead before captain Virgil van Dijk headed in a 92nd minu…

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72+ EFL Pod: Wilder talks & best EFL beards 41:10

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Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Lyle Taylor talk EFL as Sheff Utd re-appoint Chris Wilder. Hear from the man himself, and did Ruben Selles deserve to go so soon? Also on the agenda, the EFL’s best beards, THAT John Mousinho / Will Still handshake and will Lee Trundle make it into the 72+ Ultimate All-Time EFL XI? Remember to send your suggestions and me…

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UCL Debrief: Spurs Survive Villarreal & Arsenal’s Super Subs Shine in Bilbao 35:31

7d ago35:31

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Steve Crossman is joined by Conor McNamara and Chris Sutton to reflect on Spurs’ 1-0 win over Villarreal in their Champions League return. The Independent’s Miguel Delaney gives his take on Thomas Frank’s first game in the competition, a solid Spurs defensive display, and the costly mistake from Villarreal keeper Luiz Junior - plus we hear directly…

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Monday Night Club: Paul Scholes, Dean Smith & AI transfers 59:58

9d ago59:58

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Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Shay Given on a Monday Night Club episode which features former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes as a guest. He discusses the pressure on manager Ruben Amorim after an underwhelming start to the season. Then, Dean Smith joins to talk about his old club Aston Villa struggling and his cu…

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Premier League Review with Rick Edwards 53:26

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Pressure mounts on Amorim & Liverpool leave it late again. Rick is joined by Nigel Reo-Coker & The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards. Goals from Phil Foden and Erling Haaland helped Pep Guardiola’s Man City breeze past local rivals Man Utd in the derby. Hear from the City boss, as well his counterpart Amorim, as pressure mounts on the latter. Liverpool need…

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Bruno Fernandes - The Football Interview 26:09

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What is Bruno Fernandes' approach to criticism and the opinions of others? The Manchester United midfielder sits down with Kelly Somers to talk about his childhood, his greatest memories and his views on parenting. From trying to nail down a starting place in Serie A, to an attack on players by fans at Sporting Lisbon, he discusses his mentality on…

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The Commentators' View: England scrabble & The Hopping Rodon 49:33

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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They reflect on their trip to Serbia and look ahead to the return of the Premier League. Can John strike lucky again in Clash of the Commentators? What will be added to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? And there’s a brand new feature… Get your suggestions in with W…

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Euro Leagues: Dark horses Norway & should domestic football have fixtures abroad? 43:04

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Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Ballague and Mina Rzouki to discuss how European sides have fared in World Cup qualifying. Can we consider Norway dark horses after their 11-1 thrashing of Moldova? Are there any weaknesses in European champions, Spain? Will Italy qualify for their first World Cup in three cycles? Steve Coope…

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72+: The EFL Podcast 49:40

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Steve Evans talks about his weight-loss journey and discusses his former clubs. He joins Aaron and Jobi to talk about which defenders make their ultimate EFL team. They discuss one of Steve’s former clubs, Peterborough, with the club currently bottom of League 1. They also look at the latest with Cardiff City at the top end of the league. Plus, wit…

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England’s ideal run continues & Forest appoint Postecoglou 46:00

18d ago46:00

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Kelly Cates is joined by former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson, ex England defender Phil Jagielka and Senior Football reporter Ian Dennis as England thrash Serbia 5-0 in World Cup qualifying. Can this be classed as a statement victory and is anyone’s seat on the plane to the World Cup decided? Hear from the England captain Harry Kane, fellow goal…

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Monday Night Club: What went wrong for Onana at Man United? And Tuchel's biggest test? 1:01:08

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Kelly Cates is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Andros Townsend to address the headlines from the international break. BBC Manchester United reporter Simon Stone tells us what went wrong for Andre Onana, as we ask who becomes their new number one? BBC Football tactics correspondent Umir Irfan joins the pod to suggest how new signing Senne Lam…

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England regress under Tuchel? & WSL kicks off 47:57

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Maz Farookhi is joined by Nedum Onuoha to talk England, Scotland and Women’s Super League. Pat Nevin joins in the international conversation, while journalist Flo Lloyd-Hughes gets involved in the WSL chat. Also hear from England debutant Elliot Anderson, and after Everton beat Liverpool 4-1 in the Merseyside derby at Anfield, catch up with Everton…

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England beat Andorra but Tuchel’s side still lack inspiration 31:28

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Ian Dennis is joined by former England defenders Matt Upson and Phil Jones after England’s 2-0 win over Andorra at Villa Park. Thomas Tuchel’s side stay top of Group K with 12 points and no goals conceded, but it was another flat performance against the world’s 174th-ranked side. Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson impressed on his debut, but quest…

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The Commentators' View: ‘Chewing gum’ Andorra & Keystone Cops 45:16

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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They hear from Thomas Tuchel and Dan Burn ahead of England v Andorra. Will John’s losing run in Clash of the Commentators finally come to an end? And the Great Glossary of Football Commentary returns. Get your suggestions in with WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails…

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Daniel Levy steps down as Spurs chairman 23:54

20d ago23:54

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James Gregg presents reaction to Daniel Levy stepping down as Spurs chairman. Sami Mokbel, Ian Dennis, and Michael Brown join James to react to the news. Levy was appointed in March 2001 and leaves after Spurs won the Europa League in May to end a 17-year wait for a trophy. Hear from the founder of Daily Hotspur, Jamie Brown, and former Spurs manag…

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Euro Leagues: Leverkusen sack ten Hag & Newcastle sign 'Wolte-Messi' 46:29

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John Bennett is joined by Archie Rhind-Tutt, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle to discuss ten Hag's sacking at Leverkusen as well as reacting to the end of the transfer window. James also looks ahead with trepidation to Gennaro Gattuso's first match in charge of Italy as their World Cup qualification hangs in the balance...again! Topics:01:04 - H…

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72+: The EFL Podcast 41:47

21d ago41:47

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Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Phil Brown talk EFL as Ipswich break Championship transfer record. Gaffer Phil puts his foot down when it comes to players for the 72+ Ultimate All-Time EFL XI. The guys discuss Marcelino Núñez swapping Norwich for Ipswich. And Jobi gives his best and worst moments of the week in 72PLUS 72MINUS. Remember to send your sugg…

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Destination New Jersey: Club World Cup reflections, Ecuador & Canadian Soccer 48:28

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Kelly Cates and Rory Smith continue our countdown to the 2026 World Cup. Nedum Onuoha joins just under a year away from the start of the World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. After the chaos of the Club World Cup, the panel discuss the extreme weather in the States, the Americanisation of the sport, player workload, and how politics could shape…

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Women's Football Weekly: The WSL returns! 38:07

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Ben, Ellen and Jen get us up to date on where we find these teams as we head into the new season. Hear from Fran Kirby as she goes into her second season with Brighton and the ambitions of the club. Who are the big transfers that could make the difference, how newly promoted London City Lionesses will fair and what teams might struggle. The team al…

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Monday Night Club: Transfer Deadline Day 1:04:07

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All of the reaction to a very busy transfer deadline day with the Monday Night Club team. BBC Sport’s Sami Mokbel joins Mark Chapman, Joe Hart, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith to unpick all of the big deals from the last day of the window. Chris and Joe disagree about how Isak conducted himself during the window, and they look at how he’ll fit in at Li…

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Premier League Review with Rick Edwards 43:20

24d ago43:20

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Isak & Wissa latest on deadline day and Liverpool beat Arsenal. Rick Edwards is joined by Clinton Morrison and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards. Also hear from Dominik Szoboszlai on his free-kick, Graham Potter hitting back at the critics, Nuno Espírito Santo on his future with the Forest owner and Scott Parker as he’s fed up with VAR. 03:20 Alexander …

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Jarrod Bowen - The Football Interview 21:54

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West Ham and England forward Jarrod Bowen in conversation with Kelly Somers. Jarrod talks about his upbringing, the impact of his family, his career so far and starting a family with Dani Dyer. From starting in non-league with Hereford United and an early Hull City move to winning the Europa Conference League with West Ham and representing England.…

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The Commentators' View: Trent dropped & BTS at 5 Live Sport 53:08

26d ago53:08

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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They react to Thomas Tuchel’s England squad announcement and discuss Ruben Amorim’s position at Manchester United. Could another trip to Bodø be on the cards in the Champions League? Plus a tricky Clash of the Commentators AND Producer Clare joins the pod to take us behind t…

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Euro Leagues: Vardy party heading to Cremonese? And the return of Real Oviedo 52:19

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Steve Crossman is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Balague and Mina Rzouki to reflect on the opening weekend of Serie A, as well as discussing Real Oviedo’s long-awaited return to La Liga. Plus, is Trent in trouble at Madrid? And Olivier Giroud might not have ‘broken America’, but he’s still banging the goals in for Lille. Topics:02:42 - Guillem's…

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The Commentators' View: Pink slices & number zones 50:45

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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They have their say on Alexander Isak and look ahead to the second weekend of Premier League commentaries. Will John’s losing run in Clash of the Commentators ever end? And will the Great Glossary of Football Commentary get its first additions of the season? WhatsApp voiceno…

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Euro Leagues: Argy-bargy, brawls and bust-ups 44:40

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Steve Crossman is joined by Julien Laurens, James Horncastle and Rafa Honigstein for the first Euro Leagues of the season! The panel chat about early season bust-ups and wantaway stars, as well as looking ahead to the start of the new Bundesliga and Serie A seasons. Topics:02:43 - Argy-bargy at Marseille09:55 - Roberto De Zerbi's future at Marseill…

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The Commentators' View: Kit gripes & anxiety dreams 49:50

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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. It turns out Sunderland being back in the Premier League may pose some problems for commentators. Which new players are the guys most excited to see in action? Surely John can’t lose again in Clash of the Commentators, and will any new terms be added to the Great Glossary of…

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MNC: Palace demoted, Grealish Everton bound & Hürzeler on Brighton 57:59

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Mark Chapman is joined by Rory Smith, Chris Sutton and Izzy Christiansen as the start of the new Premier League season draws ever closer. The panel discuss Crystal Palace losing their appeal against being demoted from the Europa League to the Conference League after the Court of Arbitration for Sport supported UEFA's assessment that they breached m…

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Sports Report: Southampton and Stoke win late 32:19

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Steve Crossman is joined by Charlie Adam, Cameron Jerome, and Mark Clemmit for reaction to the opening Saturday of the Championship season. We hear from Will Still after Southampton came from behind late on beat Wrexham 2-1, Phil Parkinson also has his say on Wrexham being denied an opening win on their return to the second tier. Nathan Jones refle…

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The Commentators' View LIVE Show 50:59

2M ago50:59

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John Murray & Ian Dennis talk football, travel & language with a live studio audience in Sheffield. Also hear from Pat Nevin and Ali Bruce-Ball. WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369. Emails to [email protected] 05:00 John’s end-of-season bonus,13:40 Ian shows off his big red book,17:10 Pat Nevin on working with John & Ian,19:50 Pat and Ian pranking eac…

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Rafa Benitez & the games that made him 31:16

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A special episode from the Football Daily archives when in 2019 Rafa Benitez joined Guillem Balague to talk Istanbul, Tyneside & Madrid. [This is a re-versioned episode from the Football Daily archive. It was first published on the 25th April 2019]By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Neil Warnock on football, Yorkshire puddings and chiropody 43:53

2M ago43:53

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As the Football League returns, Football Daily brings a special episode from the archives when Neil Warnock joined the 72+ squad to look back on some of his favourite memories in football. From bowling and chiropody, to Chris Morgan and Adel Taarabt, Neil Warnock lifts the lid on some of his funniest and most memorable stories.…

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Best of The Commentators' View 2024/25 - Part Three 26:44

2M ago26:44

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The best bits as John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. Also hear from commentators Peter Drury and Conor McNamara. WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369. Emails to [email protected] 00:55 Peter Drury memories of being on Sports Report,06:35 Ian Dennis & Izzy Christiansen get caught sticky-handed,10:35 Conor McNamara …

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Women's Euros: Spain Stutter into Semis 25:07

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Eilidh Barbour is joined by former England internationals Izzy Christiansen and Gilly Flaherty to reflect on Spain's 2-0 win over hosts Switzerland in the Women's Euros quarter-finals in Bern. They also look ahead to tomorrow's quarter-final between France and Germany in Basel, as well as reflecting on England's victory over Sweden on penalties on …

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Women's Euros: England v Sweden Preview 41:28

2M ago41:28

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Katie Smith is joined by commentator Vicki Sparks, former England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley and the Telegraph's Luke Edwards to preview England's quarter-final against Sweden in Zurich. England manager Sarina Wiegman tells us about the mood in camp following Saturday's huge win against Wales, while Lucy Bronze discusses whether England will change …

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The Commentators’ View: The Open golf special 54:43

2M ago54:43

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John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball are joined by golf correspondent Iain Carter to talk about what it’s like commentating at The Open. What does ‘wearing the armband’ mean? Ali reveals the worst moment of his broadcasting career. Iain tells us his tip to be crowned Champion Golfer. All that plus more malapropisms, glossary suggestions, and Clash of the C…

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The Commentators’ View: Women’s Euros special 40:58

3M ago40:58

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Ali Bruce-Ball is joined by Conor McNamara & Vicki Sparks ahead of UEFA Women’s EURO 2025. Hear from England striker Alessia Russo, catch Vicki’s Toblerone tales from Basel and will the ‘false one’ get in to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. Plus reaction to Manchester City crashing out of the FIFA Club World Cup, and will Clash of the Com…

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The Commentators’ View: Wimbledon tennis special 54:33

3M ago54:33

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Ali Bruce-Ball is joined by Conor McNamara & tennis correspondent Russell Fuller to talk about what it’s like commentating at Wimbledon. What is the secret to a good tennis commentary? Will any tennis-isms feature in the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? And will this correspondent come out on top in Clash of the Commentators? WhatsApp voiceno…

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Wales prepare for Women’s Euros debut 52:31

3M ago52:31

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Katie Smith is joined by former Wales international Nia Jones and Danny Gabbidon as well as BBC Wales’ Alex Richards to assess Wales’ chances at Euro 2025. They go back to where it all started, going from not having a full-time coach to reaching the European Championships. And crucially, the team look at how well Wales will be able to compete, with…

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The Welsh Way: Inside ‘Harvard for football coaches’ 57:51

3M ago57:51

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Steve Crossman & BBC Sport Wales’ Dafydd Pritchard look at how the Welsh FA are fast becoming world leaders in producing elite coaches – with the likes of Mikel Arteta, Thierry Henry and Patrick Vieira being just some of many illustrious products of the FAW’s coaching system. In this episode the guys head to Newport, where they’re given access to t…