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Are the Lionesses progressing enough ahead of their Euros title defence?
Katie Smith reflects on a frustrating night for England as they were held to a 1-1 draw in Portugal in their Nations League opener.
She's joined by former Lionesses goalkeeper Karen Bardsley and Aston Villa midfielder Lucy Staniforth to ask if Sarina Weigman's side are on the right track ahead of Euro 2025.
We also hear from the England head coach and defender Millie Bright.
There's also reaction to another bad night for Leicester, as they were thrashed 4-0 at home by Brentford.
TIMECODES 01:00 Analysis of Portugal 1-1 England 06:00 Millie Brighton on England needing to improve 15:30 Sarina Weigman interview 21:00 Leicester City 0-4 Brentford
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Sat 1500 Arsenal v West Ham, Sat 1730 Aston Villa v Chelsea starting on 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Newcastle v Nottingham Forest, Sun 1630 Man City v Liverpool.
John Murray and Alistair Bruce-Ball are joined by Chris Coles to talk commentary life. From keeping warm with Oliver Glasner to cringey early commentary moments, there are plenty of stories to be told. And Giulia Bould from BBC Radio Merseyside lifts the lid on the new Everton Stadium and reveals what ‘The Commentators’ View’ will be on Bramley-Moore Dock.
03:15 Taking the Local Radio route 04:40 First games working at football 10:45 Oliver Glasner jumper-watch 12:45 Painting the pictures in commentary 15:40 Having your phone on the desk in commentary 17:15 Ian Dennis has the Marmoush bragging rights 21:35 Syncing up the radio with the TV pictures 23:30 THE match ball vs A match ball... 25:20 Housery in football 32:10 What is Everton’s new stadium like? 45:10 Clash of the Commentators
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Fri 1945 Portugal v England in the Women’s Nations League, Sat 1500 Arsenal v West Ham, Sat 1730 Aston Villa v Chelsea starting on 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Newcastle v Nottingham Forest, Sun 1630 Man City v Liverpool.
Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Marcel van der Kraan on this episode of the Euro Leagues.
The team reflect on the results of the Champions League play-offs, discuss why Italian clubs have failed this season, and unravel the dispute between Ademola Lookman and Atalanta manager, Gian Piero Gasperini. They are then joined by interim manager for Belgian side Lommel SK, Ryan Garry. And finally a quick word on Mbappe's hat-trick heroics against Manchester City this week.
03:02 Champions League disaster for Italian clubs 15:09 Lookman and Gasperini's falling out 23:57 Dutch clubs finding success in Europe 27:16 Lommel SK's Ryan Garry joins the pod 37:56 Mbappe puts away Manchester City
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Fri 21 Feb 1945 Portugal v England in the Women's Nations League. Sat 22 Feb 1500 Arsenal v West Ham United in the Premier League. Sat 22 Feb 1730 Aston Villa v Chelsea in the Premier League on 5 Sports Extra. Sun 23 Feb 1400 Newcastle v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Sun 23 Feb 1630 Manchester City v Liverpool in the Premier League.
Mark Chapman has reaction as Real Madrid beat Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League. Hear from Pep Guardiola, Paul Robinson and correspondent John Murray. Also catch up with Arne Slot and Unai Emery after Aston Villa held Liverpool to a 2-2 draw in the Premier League.
00:15 Man City dumped out by Real Madrid 05:35 Pep Guardiola INTERVIEW 15:20 Looking ahead to the Round of 16 draw 17:30 Aston Villa hold Premier League leaders Liverpool 18:45 Arne Slot INTERVIEW 28:15 Unai Emery INTERVIEW
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Fri 21 Feb 1945 Portugal v England in the Women's Nations League, Sat 22 Feb 1500 Arsenal v West Ham, Sat 22 Feb 1730 Aston Villa v Chelsea starting on 5 Sports Extra, Sun 23 Feb 1400 Newcastle v Nottingham Forest, Sun 23 Feb 1630 Man City v Liverpool.
What next for Swansea City after the club parted company with Luke Williams? Chairman of the Swansea City Supporter's Trust Dave Dalton gives the latest on what's going on with the club amid frustrations with January recruitment. QPR Chairman Lee Hoos is with Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff this week and details the secret behind the club's turnaround this season. They also discuss Michael Carrick's position at Middlesbrough after reports that the club are set to back him after recent poor form, and the panel also discuss Tranmere Rovers and the departure of Garry Monk from Cambridge United.
Time Codes: 01:55 - QPR Chairman Lee Hoos on their turnaround this season 08:00 - Swansea City Supporter's Trust Chairman Dave Dalton 23:45 - Michael Carrick at Middlesbrough 36:10 - Tranmere Rovers fan Paul Harper 43:25 - Garry Monk leaves Cambridge United 48:30 - 72Plus/72Minus 51:05 - Fantasy EFL
Kelly Cates is joined by BBC senior football reporter Ian Dennis, former Scotland winger Pat Nevin, former England winger Andros Townsend and Statman Dave to reflect on a heartbreaking night for Celtic in Munich after an Alphonso Davies goal 40 seconds from full time sent Bayern Munich through to the last 16 of the Champions League. It finished 1-1 on the night and 3-2 on aggregate after Nicolas Kuhn had earlier put Celtic 1-0 up on the night.
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers shares his pride in his side's performance, while Christian Falk, Head of Football for Sport Bild, joins the pod to give us the Bayern perspective.
We also hear from Pep Guardiola, who says Manchester City needs to play with courage against Real Madrid in the Bernabeu on Wednesday if they're to reach the last 16.
Topics: 00:40 - Initial reaction to Bayern 1-1 (3-2) Celtic 19:20 - Brendan Rodgers INTERVIEW 23:12 - Pep Guardiola INTERVIEW 24:12 - Real Madrid v Manchester City preview
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 19 Feb 2000 Real Madrid v Manchester City in the Champions League Fri 21 Feb 1945 Portugal v England in the Women's Nations League Sat 22 Feb 1500 Arsenal v West Ham United in the Premier League Sat 22 Feb 1730 Aston Villa v Chelsea in the Premier League on 5 Sports Extra Sun 23 Feb 1400 Newcastle v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League Sun 23 Feb 1630 Manchester City v Liverpool in the Premier League
Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines reflect on the last weekend of the WSL before the international break. Ellen gives an insight into what makes Bunny Shaw such a prolific striker and what a huge player she is for Manchester City.
It was a massive weekend for Arsenal in the North London derby who smashed Spurs at the Emirates and also welcomed back Chloe Kelly for her second debut at the club.
The team take a look at the likes of Aston Villa and Brighton who have been struggling recently and where it’s going wrong for them. Plus Jen and Ellen talk England with Chloe Kelly being called into the England squad to replace injured Beth Mead.
00:20 Intro 05:00 Man City & Bunny Shaw 15:10 Brighton & Aston Villa struggles 20:30 North London derby 30:15 Chloe Kelly return & England squad 36:00 New away kits launched!
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tues 18 Feb 2000 Bayern Munich v Celtic in the Champions League. Wed 19 Feb 2000 Real Madrid v Manchester City in the Champions League. Fri 21 Feb 1945 Portugal v England in the Women's Nations League. Sat 22 Feb 1500 Arsenal v West Ham United in the Premier League. Sat 22 Feb 1730 Aston Villa v Chelsea in the Premier League on 5 Sports Extra. Sun 23 Feb 1400 Newcastle v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Sun 23 Feb 1630 Manchester City v Liverpool in the Premier League
Mark Chapman is joined by former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock, Premier League winner Chris Sutton and The Athletic's Adam Crafton on this week's Monday Night Club.
The team discuss Andy Robertson's comments about Liverpool getting "nervous", as well as Merino's brace to get Arsenal out of danger. Are the Reds catchable? Do Arsenal have it in them to be perfect?
After Manchester United's loss against Tottenham, leaving them 15th in the table, the panel discuss where the end to their poor form could come from. Does Amorim need more time, and are the players at fault? Or is the environment to blame?
Then finally on MNC, how has Moyes resurrected Everton? And are him and the Blues a match made in heaven?
02:58 The Andy Robertson "nervous" comment debate 16:41 Can Arsenal put together a perfect run of form? 18:35 Can Merino be the striker Arsenal need? 29:36 Another loss for Manchester United - when will it end? 40:24 Everton's resurrection under David Moyes
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tues 18 Feb 2000 Bayern Munich v Celtic in the Champions League. Wed 19 Feb 2000 Real Madrid v Manchester City in the Champions League. Fri 21 Feb 1945 Portugal v England in the Women's Nations League.
Sat 22 Feb 1500 Arsenal v West Ham United in the Premier League. Sat 22 Feb 1730 Aston Villa v Chelsea in the Premier League on 5 Sports Extra. Sun 23 Feb 1400 Newcastle v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Sun 23 Feb 1630 Manchester City v Liverpool in the Premier League.
Man Utd lose again as Tottenham triumph. Darren Fletcher is joined by Glenn Murray and Michael Brown to reflect on the Premier League weekend. Also hear from Ruben Amorim, Arsenal’s match-winner Mikel Merino, and Pep Guardiola on hat-trick hero Omar Marmoush.
03:55 Man Utd down to 15th after Tottenham defeat 04:40 Ruben Amorim: ‘These things happen’ 17:50 ‘Significant day’ for Tottenham 21:20 Half-time teaser 23:40 Mikel Merino wins it for Arsenal 26:40 Raheem Sterling ‘miles off it’ 33:10 Pep Guardiola as Man City up to fourth 41:00 Newcastle and Forest fading? 44:40 Bournemouth up to fifth 49:40 Everton transformed under Moyes 51:10 Marcus Rashford looking like himself?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 18 Feb 2000 Bayern Munich v Celtic, Wed 19 Feb 2000 Real Madrid v Man City, Fri 21 Feb 1945 Portugal v England women.
West Ham boss Graham Potter speaks with Kelly Somers after a month in charge at the club. Potter took the West Ham job after nearly two years out of management, following his sacking at Chelsea in April 2023. In this chat he talks about being able to focus on his family for the first time in 12 years, how things ended at Chelsea and where he thinks he can take West Ham.
John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball tell the tales you don’t normally get to hear. Hear Ian’s story about his ‘clanger’ at Leeds United, Clash of the Commentators breaks new ground as Ali and Ian go head-to-head. And the panel also reflect on Champions League drama, Merseyside madness and tough times for Tottenham and Manchester United. Plus, voicenotes are now being accepted for the ‘Great Glossary of Football Commentary’!
02:55 To sit or to stand? 04:40 ‘Intense’ week for John & Ian 08:20 Ian’s away goals rule ‘clanger’ 10:50 Iwata fires one into the glossary 11:45 TCV’s first voicenotes! 18:00 Clash of the Commentators 27:40 John surges clear in the Golden Mic contest 29:50 Champions League / Merseyside reflections 31:45 Tough times for Tottenham & Man Utd 38:55 Mousse, cheesecake & Crusty the Pie 43:10 Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 15 Feb 1500 Man City v Newcastle, Sat 15 Feb 1730 Crystal Palace v Everton, Sun 16 Feb 1400 Liverpool v Wolves, Sun 16 Feb 1630 Tottenham v Man Utd.
Has Kylian Mbappe established himself as Real Madrid's main forward?
John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Mina Rzouki and Julien Laurens to look back on the first legs in the Champions League play-off round.
They look at Real Madrid's performance in their 3-2 win at Manchester City, looking at Mbappe's role in the side and Carlo Ancelotti's managerial skills.
It was also a mixed week for the Italian clubs with victory for Juventus but defeats for AC Milan and Atalanta.
08:00 Mbappe - is he the main man? 19:50 Do AC Milan's attacking talents unbalance the rest of the side? 26:30 Controversial penalty decision for Club Brugge against Atalanta 29:10 Out of favour Dusan Vlahovic
5 Live/BBC Sounds commentaries this weekend: Sat 15 Feb 1500 Man City v Newcastle, Sat 15 Feb 1730 Crystal Palace v Everton, Sun 16 Feb 1400 Liverpool v Wolves, Sun 16 Feb 1630 Tottenham v Man Utd.
After John Eustace took over from Paul Warne at Derby County, why did he leave Blackburn Rovers after a year in charge? BBC Radio Lancashire’s Andy Bayes joins the pod to discuss the latest at the club and who they may turn to next in their push for promotion. Rotherham boss Steve Evans joins Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff as they discuss Swansea’s January transfer window – how will new director of football Richard Montague help their recruitment? They also discuss Plymouth’s win in the FA Cup fourth round against Liverpool. Plus, they discuss Mark Hughes joining Carlisle, and how concerned should Walsall fans be as they continue to drop more points at the top of League 2?
TIME CODES:
01:10 – Rotherham with Steve Evans 04:00 – John Eustace leaves Blackburn Rovers 29:00 – Swansea City 34:30 – Mark Hughes in at Carlisle 40:00 – Top of League 2 44:00 – FA Cup Fourth Round weekend 48:20 – Fantasy EFL 49:10 – 72Plus/72Minus
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend:
Sat 15 Feb 1500 Man City v Newcastle Sat 15 Feb 1730 Crystal Palace v Everton Sun 16 Feb 1400 Liverpool v Wolves Sun 16 Feb 1630 Tottenham v Man Utd.
Steve Crossman has reaction as the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park ends in a dramatic draw. He’s joined by Gary Cahill, Pat Nevin, correspondent John Murray and senior reporter Ian Dennis. Also hear from last-gasp goalscorer James Tarkowski, Virgil van Dijk and David Moyes. And catch up with Brendan Rodgers after Celtic were beaten by Bayern Munich in their UEFA Champions League play-off first leg.
00:25 Everton rescue dramatic draw 04:30 James Tarkowski INTERVIEW 10:30 Virgil van Dijk INTERVIEW 16:40 David Moyes INTERVIEW 20:35 Celtic beaten by Bayern Munich 26:20 Brendan Rodgers INTERVIEW
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Sat 15 Feb 1500 Man City v Newcastle, Sat 15 Feb 1730 Crystal Palace v Everton, Sun 16 Feb 1400 Liverpool v Wolves, Sun 16 Feb 1630 Tottenham v Man Utd.
Martin Geissler investigates Vladimir Romanov’s rise from Soviet submarine cook to millionaire football club owner and fugitive in a gripping tale of ambition, power, and chaos. With First hand testimonies from those that were there, Martin will hear just how Vlad made his money, came to power in Edinburgh and shocked Scottish football before discovering how it all went wrong, leaving Romanov penniless and a wanted man.
Having been 2-1 up with 10 minutes to go, Manchester City are left to rue conceding late goals in a 3-2 at home to Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League play-off tie.
Kelly Cates presents reaction to Tuesday night's action, with football correspondent John Murray alongside Chris Waddle at the Etihad Stadium.
Andros Townsend and Spanish football journalist Manuel Sanchez also join the podcast to provide their insight, while football reporter John Bennett looks at the results elsewhere in Europe.
You can also hear the post-match thoughts of Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola and Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti.
Finally, in the evening's other big story, John Acres is at Exeter City, where Premier League side Nottingham Forest survived an FA Cup scare and beat the League One team on penalties after an entertaining 2-2 draw.
TIMECODES: 00:32 - Manchester City 2-3 Real Madrid 06:10 - Pep Guardiola 07:24 - Manuel Sanchez 14:02 - Carlo Ancelotti 23:30 - Other Champions League games 24:43 - Nottingham Forest's FA Cup win over Exeter City on penalties
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:
Wed 12 Feb - 20:00 - Celtic vs Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League on 5 Live Sat 15 Feb - 15:00 - Manchester City v Newcastle United in the Premier League Sat 15 Feb - 17:30 - Crystal Palace v Everton in the Premier League Sun 16 Feb - 12:15 - Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur in the Women's Super League on 5 Sports Extra Sun 16 Feb - 14:00 - Liverpool v Wolves in the Premier League on 5 Live Sun 16 Feb - 16:30 - Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester United in the Premier League on 5 Live Tue 18 Feb - 20:00 - Bayern Munich v Celtic in the UEFA Champions League on 5 Live
Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines are at the Arsenal training ground catching up with Alessia Russo and Lotte Wubben-Moy! Alessia and Lotte share an insight into what it’s been like since Renee Slegers has been in charge and how that has helped on the pitch.
Alessia and Ellen talk the pressure that comes with wearing the England number 9. Plus the team talk North London derby this weekend and playing at the Emirates.
Sarina Wiegman announced her England squad that will play Portugal and Spain in the Nations League and tells Rob Schofield why Chloe Kelly has been left out while Nikita Parris makes her return.
00:20 Intro 02:00 Hello Alessia & Lotte! 05:10 Renee Slegers impact 08:30 Kelly Smith & strikers 16:15 Life outside football 25:00 Playing at the Emirates 29:15 North London derby 36:15 Lionesses team & Sarina Wiegman
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 11 Feb 2000 Exeter vs Nottingham Forest in FA Cup on 5 Sports Extra, Tue 11 Feb 2000 Man City vs Real Madrid in UEFA Champions League Wed 12 Feb 2000 Celtic vs Bayern Munich in UEFA Champions League
Listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds.
Vincent Kompany is one of European football’s most exciting young managers – so exciting, he got handed the keys to German giants Bayern Munich, the season after relegating Burnley from the Premier League to the Championship. It’s a strange trajectory, and at the time, his appointment in Munich raised more than a few eyebrows. How had Kompany gone from relegation to one of Europe’s biggest, most historic clubs? Was it because he was a student of Pep Guardiola, the ex-Bayern boss? Was he somehow failing upwards?
This episode of Football Daily is hosted by documentary maker for Copa90, Eli Mengem. Eli heads off on a journey to understand how Kompany has had such a remarkable rise in football management by analysing his youth, playing career and early steps in management, speaking to his ex-teammate Kyle Walker, ex-manager Hugo Broos and others along the way. It maps Kompany’s rise, but also asks bigger questions too. We’ll speak to journalist at the Athletic Seb Stafford-Bloor about whether Kompany’s appointment is a harbinger for a new style of manager coming to the fore in Europe. And we’ll ask Troy Townsend, the ex-head of the UK’s anti-racism in football charity Kick It Out, about how Kompany’s experience as one of the very few black managers in Europe has affected his rise.
As Kompany thrives in the Bundesliga in his first season, this episode of Football Daily arrives at the perfect time to dispel some of the myths around him, while examining his personality off the pitch, to create a portrait of what is one of the most fascinating personalities and footballing stories in the modern game.
Kelly Cates is joined by Pat Nevin, Ray Houghton & Phil McNulty as they look back at some of the greatest & most poignant Merseyside derbies at Goodison Park over the years ahead of the final one taking place at the ground this Wednesday.
Pat and Ray relive their goals and memories from the derbies and share an insight into that period of their careers as footballers.
Also hear from Everton manager David Moyes as he prepares for the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park. Timecodes: 01’00 intro 05’20 Ray Houghton’s goal on his debut 19’10 1989 derby 26’20 FA Cup replay 36’30 David Moyes 40’15 Pat & Ray on Moyes
Rick Edwards is joined by Clinton Morrison and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards. They reflect on a dramatic weekend in the FA Cup, from the Championship’s bottom club Plymouth Argyle knocking out Premier League leaders Liverpool, to Jamie Donley scoring a worldie for Leyton Orient against Manchester City. And catch Ange Postecoglou’s comments after Tottenham lost to Aston Villa.
05:45 Plymouth Argyle knock out Liverpool 10:25 Miron Muslić: ‘The world was watching’ 20:35 Arne Slot: ‘These players should’ve been able to win’ 23:30 Pilgrim Pete causes chaos 27:25 Leyton Orient wondergoal vs Man City 35:30 Goal of the round? 36:45 Ange Postecoglou after Tottenham defeat 45:10 Marcus Rashford returns 48:30 Refreshing lack of VAR?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Mon 10 Feb 1945 Doncaster v Crystal Palace in FA Cup, Tue 11 Feb 2000 Exeter vs Nottingham Forest in FA Cup on 5 Sports Extra, Tue 11 Feb 2000 Man City vs Real Madrid in UEFA Champions League, Wed 12 Feb 2000 Celtic vs Bayern Munich in UEFA Champions League.
In this FA Cup special episode of In Focus, Aaron Paul goes to the West Midlands to speak to Birmingham City striker Jay Stansfield. The 22-year-old joined the Blues permanently in the summer of 2024 for a reported £15 million, a record deal for a club in League One, having been on loan from Fulham the previous season. The striker talks about his journey to now, the feeling it brings at the club being owned by Tom Brady and how his team will setup in their FA Cup 4th round tie against Newcastle. He opens up on the impact his late Dad, Adam Stansfield had on him, who passed away in 2010 after suffering with colorectal cancer.
John Murray and Ian Dennis are joined by Jacqui Oatley to lift the lid on life behind the microphone. Jacqui reveals how she got into football media and the pressure that came with being the first female commentator.
Jacqui takes on John in a one-off Clash of the Commentators exhibition match. Will any of Jacqui’s Americanisms make the Great Glossary of Football Commentary?
And rugby union correspondent Chris Jones joins the pod to talk about commentating at the Six Nations.
04:45 How Jacqui got into football media? 11:40 Facing pressure as a female commentator 19:10 Clash of the Commentators 25:00 Americanisms for the Great Glossary? 37:20 Rugby’s Chris Jones joins the pod
BBC Sounds / 5 Live FA Cup commentaries this weekend: Fri 7 Feb 2000 Man Utd v Leicester, Sat 8 Feb 1215 Leyton Orient v Man City, Sat 8 Feb 1215 Leeds v Millwall on 5 Sports Extra, Sat 8 Feb 1500 Wigan v Fulham, Sat 8 Feb 1500 Everton v Bournemouth on the BBC Sport website, Sat 8 Feb 1745 Birmingham v Newcastle starting on 5 Sports Extra, Sat 8 Feb 2000 Brighton & Hove v Chelsea, Sun 9 Feb 1230 Blackburn v Wolves, Sun 9 Feb 1735 Aston Villa v Tottenham Mon 10 Feb 1945 Doncaster v Crystal Palace.
Reaction from Anfield after Liverpool beat Tottenham to set up an EFL Cup-final meeting with Newcastle United at Wembley.
Conor Bradley gives his thoughts on Liverpool reaching their 15th League Cup final, and Arne Slot reflects on booking his own first trip to Wembley.
Dion Dublin, Stephen Kelly and John Murray are with Kelly Cates to assess Liverpool’s low-key reaction to the win, and Mo Salah adding another goal and assist to his tallies for the season.
Plus, where did it go wrong for Spurs? Ange Postecoglou gives his assessment.
01:40 – Salah’s perfect penalty 03:05 – Where it went wrong for Spurs 05:43 – Salah’s performance 08:26 – Conor Bradley Interview 13:45 – Ange Postecoglou Interview 21:48 – Arne Slot Interview 24:44 – Newcastle v Liverpool preview
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:
Friday 7th February FA CUP: Manchester United v Leicester 2000 KO - 5 Live
Saturday 8th February FA CUP: Leyton Orient v Manchester City 1215 KO - 5 Live FA CUP: Leeds v Millwall 1215 KO - 5 Sports Extra FA CUP: Wigan v Fulham 1500 KO - 5 Live FA CUP: Everton v Bournemouth 1500 KO - BBC Sport Website & App FA CUP: Birmingham v Newcastle 1745 KO - 5 Sports Extra (Moves to 5 Live after England v France in the Six Nations) FA CUP: Brighton v Chelsea 2000 KO - 5 Live
Sunday 9th February FA CUP: Blackburn v Wolves 1230 KO - 5 Live FA CUP: Aston Villa v Spurs 1735 KO - 5 Live
Monday 10th February FA CUP: Doncaster Rovers v Crystal Palace 1945 KO - 5 Live
Tuesday 11th February FA CUP: Exeter City v Nottingham Forest 2000 KO - 5 Sports Extra
Steve Crossman is alongside Chris Waddle & Ian Dennis at St James’ Park, and Matthew Upson for analysis of Newcastle’s 2-0 win over Arsenal (4-0 on aggregate) to book a place at Wembley in the EFL Cup Final.
They discuss Eddie Howe’s starting tactics which nullified Arsenal, as well as the performances of Anthony Gordon and Alexander Isak.
Hear reaction from Newcastle boss Howe, as well as goalscorer Gordon, and Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta.
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:
Thursday 6th February LEAGUE CUP: Liverpool v Spurs 2000 KO - 5 Live WOMEN'S LEAGUE CUP: Arsenal v Manchester City 1900 KO - 5 Sports Extra
Friday 7th February FA CUP: Manchester United v Leicester 2000 KO - 5 Live
Saturday 8th February FA CUP: Leyton Orient v Manchester City 1215 KO - 5 Live FA CUP: Leeds v Millwall 1215 KO - 5 Sports Extra FA CUP: Wigan v Fulham 1500 KO - 5 Live FA CUP: Everton v Bournemouth 1500 KO - BBC Sport Website & App FA CUP: Birmingham v Newcastle 1745 KO - 5 Sports Extra (Moves to 5 Live after England v France in the Six Nations) FA CUP: Brighton v Chelsea 2000 KO - 5 Live
Sunday 9th February FA CUP: Blackburn v Wolves 1230 KO - 5 Live FA CUP: Aston Villa v Spurs 1735 KO - 5 Live
Monday 10th February FA CUP: Doncaster Rovers v Crystal Palace 1945 KO - 5 Live
Tuesday 11th February FA CUP: Exeter City v Nottingham Forest 2000 KO - 5 Sports Extra
On this week's 72+, hear from Derby manager Paul Warne on the club's run of 7 games without a win. BBC Radio Derby commentator Ed Dawes drops by to explain what's going wrong at the club. Shrewbury manager Gareth Ainsworth joins Aaron and Jobi this week to talk about his side's January transfer business and the takeaway of choice on deadline day! They debrief the latest managerial changes as Steven Schumacher replaces Ian Evatt at Bolton, and Gareth gives his take on Mike Dodds, the new man in at Wycombe. They also talk Carlisle, who sacked their manager after an eventful January transfer window. Plus, the report cards are out! Which clubs were top of the class with an A for their January business, and which clubs have been graded an E? Gareth and Jobi give their take on the National League's 3Up campaign - does the Football League need to do more to look after it's clubs, or should the National League be given an extra spot?
Time Codes: 02:40 - Shrewsbury Town with Gareth Ainsworth 07:00 - Derby County 22:30 - Steven Schumacher in at Bolton Wanderers 24:00 - Mike Dodds in at Wycombe Wanderers 29:50 - Mike Williamson out at Carlisle United 36:00 - Transfer Window Report Cards 41:50 - National League's 3Up Campaign 48:30 - FA Cup 4th Round Weekend Preview 50:50 - Fantasy EFL 51:35 - 72Plus/72Minus
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:
Wednesday 5th February LEAGUE CUP: Newcastle v Arsenal 2000 KO - 5 Live WOMENS LEAGUE CUP: Chelsea v West Ham 1900 KO - 5 Sports Extra
Thursday 6th February LEAGUE CUP: Liverpool v Spurs 2000 KO - 5 Live WOMENS LEAGUE CUP: Arsenal v Manchester City 1900 KO - 5 Sports Extra
Friday 7th February FA CUP: Manchester United v Leicester 2000 KO - 5 Live
Saturday 8th February FA CUP: Leyton Orient v Manchester City 1215 KO - 5 Live FA CUP: Leeds v Millwall 1215 KO - 5 Sports Extra FA CUP: Wigan v Fulham 1500 KO - 5 Live FA CUP: Everton v Bournemouth 1500 KO - BBC Sport Website & App FA CUP: Birmingham v Newcastle 1745 KO - 5 Sports Extra (Moves to 5 Live after England v France in the Six Nations) FA CUP: Brighton v Chelsea 2000 KO - 5 Live
Sunday 9th February FA CUP: Blackburn v Wolves 1230 KO - 5 Live FA CUP: Aston Villa v Spurs 1735 KO - 5 Live
Monday 10th February FA CUP: Doncaster Rovers v Crystal Palace 1945 KO - 5 Live
Tuesday 11th February FA CUP: Exeter City v Nottingham Forest 2000 KO - 5 Sports Extra
John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle.
How has Cristiano Ronaldo elongated his career? The Portuguese striker is still scoring in Saudi Arabia so a former Manchester United performance coach tells us how he’s done it.
Which team in Europe was the busiest in the January transfer window? Which winter window buys could prove a win for the buying clubs? They discuss Mathys Tel and Rennes' deadline-day dash. Also, is Ousmane Dembele finally fulfilling his potential?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 5 Feb 2000 Newcastle v Arsenal in the Carabao Cup, Thu 6 Feb 2000 Liverpool v Tottenham in the Carabao Cup, Fri 7 Feb 2000 Man Utd v Leicester in the FA Cup.
From Chloe Kelly to Keira Walsh, it was one of the biggest Women's Super League transfer windows in history! Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines are all together for the first time to digest the ins and outs of January 2025. WSL leaders Chelsea have strengthened even more, adding England midfielder Keira Walsh from Barcelona in another big-money move. Can anyone stop Sonia Bompastor's team and what does this side need to achieve in order to reach their potential? After posting a couple of emotional statements on social media surrounding her situation at Manchester City, Chloe Kelly completed an 11th-hour loan move to Arsenal. The team review a seven-goal thriller at the Joie Stadium, which was almost as chaotic as the transfer window, and Ellen and Jen help us understand different knee injuries after the news Georgia Stanway tore a lateral ligament and will be out for ‘several months.’
Timecodes: 02:30 - Keira Walsh is back in the WSL after a deadline day transfer to Chelsea 07:30 - How Chelsea are reaping the rewards of investing in their women’s team. 10:45 - Liverpool manager Matt Beard on what impact will Chelsea's spending could have on the league. 12:41 - What do Chelsea need to achieve in order to reach their potential? 14:18 - The Chloe Kelly transfer saga which ended in a loan move to Arsenal. 20:19 - A summary of the rest of the transfer window. 21:27 - Review of the weekend’s WSL action including a seven-goal thriller at the Joie Stadium. 25:57 - Ellen and Jen help us understand different knee injuries after the news Georgia Stanway tore a lateral ligament and will be out for ‘several months.’ 27:40 - Is there a natural replacement for Stanway in the England squad?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 5 Feb 2000 Newcastle v Arsenal in Carabao Cup, Thu 6 Feb 2000 Liverpool v Tottenham in Carabao Cup, Fri 7 Feb 2000 Man Utd v Leicester in FA Cup.
‘Bricklayer’ Arteta lays foundations and will Rashford use the M6 Toll? Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Theo Walcott to break down Arsenal’s 5-1 win over Manchester City. Hear from Jack Wilshere on Arsenal youngsters Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly. The panel also discuss Marcus Rashford’s move to Aston Villa and whether Ruben Amorim has gone too experimental at Man Utd.
07:05 Arsenal-Man City ‘weird rivalry’ delivers 17:00 Does Haaland need to get involved more? 22:20 Wilshere on Nwaneri & Lewis-Skelly 40:30 Marcus Rashford to Aston Villa 50:00 Do Man Utd know what they’re doing?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 5 Feb 2000 Newcastle v Arsenal in Carabao Cup, Thu 6 Feb 2000 Liverpool v Tottenham in Carabao Cup, Fri 7 Feb 2000 Man Utd v Leicester in FA Cup.
Arsenal put five past Man City as Myles Lewis-Skelly makes his mark. Darren Fletcher is joined by Clinton Morrison and Nigel Reo-Coker to reflect on the Premier League weekend. Also hear from Mikel Arteta, Pep Guardiola and Nottingham Forest’s Anthony Elanga after their 7-0 win over Brighton & Hove Albion.
01:00 Fletch has padel problems 03:55 Mikel Arteta after Arsenal 5-1 Man City 15:05 Pep Guardiola: ‘I thought we played good’ 29:00 Man Utd lose again at Old Trafford 39:25 Glasner ‘turns it around’ at Crystal Palace 43:10 Anthony Elanga on his first 7-0 win 44:55 Nottingham pub goes viral for free pints! 52:05 Liverpool pass Bournemouth test 54:45 Three wins in a row for David Moyes 55:30 Spurs fans sing ‘we are staying up!’
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 5 Feb 2000 Newcastle v Arsenal in Carabao Cup, Thu 6 Feb 2000 Liverpool v Tottenham in Carabao Cup, Fri 7 Feb 2000 Man Utd v Leicester in FA Cup.
Alan Shearer makes the short trip to Newcastle United's training ground to speak to in-form striker Alexander Isak. The Swedish international explains why he's been scoring so many goals this season. He discusses his journey in football and how he grew up watching Spanish football. He sheds light on his future plans in football, short term and long term and where he sees Newcastle finishing this season.
Gary Lineker visits Liverpool's training ground Melwood to speak with manager Arne Slot. The Liverpool manager talks about his success at the club so far since taking charge from Jurgen Klopp in the summer. He praises the former Liverpool boss for how he left the club. Slot also discusses the difficulty of being away from his family in the Netherlands and the similarities between his former club Feyenoord and Liverpool.
John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball lift the lid on life as 5 Live commentators. They reflect on the table-watching drama of the final round of Champions League and Europa League games. There’s off-field controversy. Who will go top of the table in Clash of the Commentators? And Ali’s Shrewsbury story finally gets told.
00:45 John’s trip to the dentist 04:00 Striking pre-match displays 07:30 All eyes on the table, not the match? 15:00 Man City/Celtic vs Bayern Munich/Real Madrid 18:30 Golden mic latest 21:00 Golf and games controversy 27:10 Who will go top in Clash of the Commentators? 34:55 The Shrewsbury story finally gets told 42:30 Most exciting January signings 47:15 The Great Glossary of Football Commentary
BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 1 Feb 1500 Bournemouth v Liverpool, Sat 1 Feb 1730 Wolves v Aston Villa on 5 Sports Extra, Sun 2 Feb 1400 Man Utd v Crystal Palace, Sun 2 Feb 1400 Brentford v Tottenham on 5 Sports Extra, Sun 2 Feb 1630 Arsenal v Man City.
Man Utd, Spurs & Rangers progress to the last 16 of the Europa League. Steve Crossman has reaction to a dramatic night of European football that saw all British sides through.
Alistair Bruce-Ball, Rene Meulensteen and Paul Robinson join Steve to reflect on Man Utd's win in Bucharest that gave them a third-place finish in the new format Europa League. Hear from United boss Ruben Amorim.
Gavin Wallace has reaction from Ibrox as Rangers progress to the last 16 in dramatic fashion, and Andy Stevenson reacts to Spurs' youngsters shining in a big win for Ange Postecoglou's side.
Timecodes: 00:25 All British sides progress 01:35 Manchester United safely through 04:10 Kobbie Mainoo in the 10 role 07:30 United going forward 08:25 Ruben Amorim post-match 10:15 Rangers sneak into eighth 13:55 Pressure on Philippe Clement 18:30 Spurs' youngsters shine
5 LIVE COMMENTARIES THIS WEEK: Saturday 1st February PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Liverpool 1500 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Aston Villa 1730 KO – Starts on Sports Extra and moves to 5 Live for 2nd Half
Sunday 2nd February WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Arsenal 1200 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Crystal Palace 1400 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Spurs 1400 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Man City 1630 KO – 5 Live WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE: Tottenham v Manchester United 1845 KO – Sports Extra
Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Rafa Honigstein and James Horncastle. Did the new format of the Champions League work? Did it favour the bigger clubs? Will it stop clubs dreaming of a European Super League? And what would they tweak about the format? The team unpick the league phase of the competition. Plus, with the transfer window just days from closing, what are the possible moves to keep an eye on?
TIMECODES 0 mins – Intro – what TV shows are the team watching right now? 1 min – what did they all make of the new league phase now that it has finished? 8 mins – was there enough drama and jeopardy? 15 mins – Rafa explains why he likes the new format when set against the prospect of a European Super League. 19 mins – Rafa discusses why it has been popular in Germany. 21 mins – why Lille really impressed. 24 mins – the bracket – what it is and how it all looks going forward. 26 mins – the success – or not - of the Serie A clubs so far. 30 mins – transfer section, including Mathys Tel, Ewan Ferguson and Antony – and why strikers might dominate the next few days.
Upcoming commentaries….. Saturday 1st February PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Liverpool 1500 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Aston Villa 1730 KO – Starts on Sports Extra and moves to 5 Live for Second Half
Sunday 2ND February WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Arsenal 1200 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Crystal Palace 1400 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Spurs 1400 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Man City 1630 KO – 5 Live WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Tottenham v Manchester United 1845 KO – Sports Extra
Man City scrape into the play-offs while Aston Villa & Arsenal reach the last 16. Steve Crossman has all the reaction to a dramatic final round of Champions League games and how the knockout rounds are shaping up. Liverpool top the group phase despite losing, and Celtic are also through. Hear from Pep Guardiola, Unai Emery, Arne Slot, Mikel Arteta and Brendan Rodgers.
02:25 Man City survive Brugge scare 08:20 Pep Guardiola on facing Bayern Munich or Real Madrid 09:55 Aston Villa beat Celtic to reach last 16 12:25 Unai Emery on Watkins & Duran 13:55 Celtic through to the knockouts 15:35 Liverpool top the group phase 16:35 Arne Slot on finishing top & Nallo’s red card 19:00 Arsenal qualify for the knockouts 20:00 Mikel Arteta on qualifying & David Raya injury 25:15 Brendan Rodgers on Celtic ‘pride’ 30:10 Lille make it through in style
BBC Sounds / 5 Live European commentaries this week: Thu 30 Jan 2000 FCSB v Man Utd in the UEFA Europa League
Are Walsall missing Nathan Lowe after two consecutive defeats? Watford fan Jacob Culshaw discusses whether Watford will stick with Tom Cleverley amid speculation over his future. After Darren Ferguson called his Peterborough team the “softest group of players” he’s ever coached, what next for them?
Also hear the latest discussions on the transfer window – who needs to strengthen? Will Wycombe allow Richard Kone to leave and if he does, who might they turn to as a replacement? Colchester forward Lyle Taylor joins Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff to discuss all the latest, including which EFL players Thomas Tuchel may look to include in his first England squad, after reports emerged that he was looking at calling up Championship players.
TIME CODES:
01:45 – Colchester with Lyle Taylor 04:05 – League 2 & consecutive defeats for Walsall 17:05 – Peterborough’s Darren Ferguson on the “softest group of players” he’s ever had 26:20 – Speculation over Tom Cleverley’s Watford future 35:15 – Latest transfer updates including Richard Kone 42:20 – Which EFL players should Thomas Tuchel look at for his first England squad? 45:35 – Fantasy EFL 46:35 – 72Plus/72Minus
BBC Sounds / 5 Live European commentaries this week:
Wednesday 29th January CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Manchester City v Club Brugge 2000 KO – 5 Live CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Celtic 2000 KO – Sports Extra
Thursday 30th January EUROPA LEAGUE: FCSB v Manchester United 2000 KO – 5 Live
Saturday 1st February PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Liverpool 1500 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Aston Villa 1730 KO – Starts on Sports Extra and moves to 5 Live for Second Half
Sunday 2ND February WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Arsenal 1200 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Crystal Palace 1400 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Spurs 1400 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Man City 1630 KO – 5 Live WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Tottenham v Manchester United 1845 KO – Sports Extra
Pep Guardiola says he's confident Manchester City will qualify for the Champions League knockout stages when they take on Club Brugge on Wednesday. But is that confidence justified?
Kelly Cates is joined by correspondent John Murray, ex-Man City midfielder Michael Brown and former Aston Villa player Thomas Hitzlsperger to preview the final round of matches.
They also look at Aston Villa's attempt to secure a Top Eight spot against Celtic, and see if Liverpool and Arsenal are in for a straightforward night after confirming their qualification for the knockout stages.
TIMECODES 03:45 "Unthinkable" for Man City not to qualify; 05:00 Pep Guardiola on feeling confident ahead of the game. 15:00 Can Club Brugge cause Man City problems? 18:00 Aston Villa v Celtic (featuring Celtic podcaster Paul John Dykes) 28:50 Liverpool and Arsenal's final matches 31:00 Real Madrid, PSG and Bayern - the other key stories to look for
BBC Sounds / 5 Live European commentaries this week:
Wednesday 29th January CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Manchester City v Club Brugge 2000 KO – 5 Live CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Celtic 2000 KO – Sports Extra
Thursday 30th January EUROPA LEAGUE: FCSB v Manchester United 2000 KO – 5 Live
Saturday 1st February PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Liverpool 1500 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Aston Villa 1730 KO – Starts on Sports Extra and moves to 5 Live for Second Half
Sunday 2ND February WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Arsenal 1200 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Crystal Palace 1400 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Spurs 1400 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Man City 1630 KO – 5 Live WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE: Tottenham v Manchester United 1845 KO – Sports Extra
Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines talk the record signing of US defender Naomi Girma who has joined Chelsea from San Diego Wave for £900,000. Is there any stopping Chelsea who go seven points clear at the top of the table and what does this mean for the rest of the WSL.
Ben caught up with Spurs boss Robert Vilahamn who gave an insight into recruitment and how he would like to see more female coaches coming through.
Plus the team talk strikers and Vivianne Miedema on firing form once again.
00:20 Intro 02:00 Was it a penalty for Chelsea? 04:00 McCabe red card 08:30 Naomi Girma signing 15:15 The gap 18:00 Chloe Kelly & Transfers 20:15 Robert Vilahamn 34:30 Strikers
BBC Sounds / 5 Live European commentaries this week:
Wednesday 29th January CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Manchester City v Club Brugge 2000 KO – 5 Live CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Celtic 2000 KO – Sports Extra
Thursday 30th January EUROPA LEAGUE: FCSB v Manchester United 2000 KO – 5 Live
Saturday 1st February PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Liverpool 1500 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Aston Villa 1730 KO – Starts on Sports Extra and moves to 5 Live for Second Half
Sunday 2ND February WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Arsenal 1200 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Crystal Palace 1400 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Spurs 1400 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Man City 1630 KO – 5 Live WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE: Tottenham v Manchester United 1845 KO – Sports Extra
What’s going so well for Andoni Iraola’s Bournemouth? Does Marcus Rashford need to make a sacrifice? What is the answer to Tottenham’s problems – will they stick with Ange Postecoglou? And after Chelsea broke the women’s world-record transfer fee on defender Naomi Girma, what does that mean for the rest of the WSL?
Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and former England captain Steph Houghton to reflect on the weekend’s biggest football stories.
TIME CODES:
01:05 – Bournemouth 18:40 – Tottenham 34:25 – Marcus Rashford 46:10 – Naomi Girma to Chelsea
BBC Sounds / 5 Live European commentaries this week:
Wednesday 29th January CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Manchester City v Club Brugge 2000 KO – 5 Live CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Celtic 2000 KO – Sports Extra
Thursday 30th January EUROPA LEAGUE: FCSB v Manchester United 2000 KO – 5 Live
Saturday 1st February PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Liverpool 1500 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Aston Villa 1730 KO – Starts on Sports Extra and moves to 5 Live for Second Half
Sunday 2ND February WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Arsenal 1200 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Crystal Palace 1400 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Spurs 1400 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Man City 1630 KO – 5 Live WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE: Tottenham v Manchester United 1845 KO – Sports Extra
Tottenham turns toxic as Leicester end their losing run. Aaron Paul is joined by former Premier League players Michael Brown and Don Hutchison. Also hear from Ange Postecoglou on his future, and a relieved Ruud van Nistelrooy. The panel discuss the Arsenal red card, Man City’s new signings and Bournemouth battering Nottingham Forest. And… it’s been a weekend of housery!
01:20 Tottenham turns toxic 11:55 Ange Postecoglou on his future 17:15 Ruud van Nistelrooy on end of losing run 22:45 Will Lewis-Skelly’s red card be overturned? 28:35 Man City switch it up against Chelsea 32:45 Marmoush impresses on debut 34:25 Khusanov straight in at the deep end 36:30 Another error from Robert Sánchez 40:20 Bournemouth continue to surprise 43:05 What happened to Forest? 44:20 A weekend of housery!
BBC Sounds / 5 Live European commentaries this week: Wed 29 Jan 2000 Man City v Club Brugge Thu 30 Jan 2000 FCSB v Man Utd
Dion Dublin visits Old Trafford to chat with Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt.
The 25-year-old talks about United’s season so far since Ruben Amorim took charge at the club, and where there is room for improvement.
He opens up on the success of his career so far, having started out at Ajax, where he reached the Champions League semi-final in 2018 and then his big money moves to Juventus and Bayern Munch.
5 Live commentators John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball tell the stories you don’t normally get to hear. From the delights on offer at the Parc des Princes to Ian getting called out by Gareth Southgate for his dinner party getup. Gigi Salmon and Russell Fuller reveal what it’s like commentating at the Australian Open tennis. And can Ali go level at the top with John in Clash of the Commentators?
00:30 Ali’s Monaco memories 09:10 Champions League snakes & ladders 12:30 John’s Parisian treats 16:10 Best foreign commentary phrases 23:40 Ian gets called out by Gareth Southgate 26:15 The power of silence & staying enthused 31:55 John vs Ian in Clash of the Commentators 40:00 Commentating at the Australian Open tennis 45:00 The local verdict on Savio vs Savinho 48:50 What will be added to the Great Glossary?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 25 Jan 1500 Wolves v Arsenal, Sat 25 Jan 1730 Man City v Chelsea, Sun 26 Jan 1400 Tottenham v Leicester, Sun 26 Jan 1400 Crystal Palace v Brentford on 5 Sports Extra, Sun 26 Jan 1630 Aston Villa v West Ham.
Manchester United narrowly beat Rangers 2-1 to boost their chances of qualifying for the last 16 of the Europa League. The result also means that Philippe Clement's side are all but through to at least the knockout play-off round.
Steve Crossman presents reaction to Thursday's night's game from Old Trafford, alongside former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson and commentator Ian Dennis.
Former United first-team coach Rene Meulensteen also joins to provide his view on the game, while you can hear the post-match thoughts of both managers. TIMECODES:
00:29 - The story of the game 10:19 - Ruben Amorim 12:41 - Debate on the goalkeepers of both teams 17:59 - Philippe Clement
5 Live and BBC Sounds commentaries this week:
Saturday 25th January: Aston Villa v Manchester City – WSL – 12pm KO – 5 Sports Extra Wolves v Arsenal – Premier League – 3pm KO – 5 Live Manchester City v Chelsea – Premier League - 5.30pm KO – 5 Live
Sunday 26th January: Tottenham v Leicester – Premier League – 2pm KO – 5 Live Crystal Palace v Brentford – Premier League – 2pm KO – 5 Sports Extra Aston Villa v West Ham – Premier League - 4.30pm KO – 5 Live
Wednesday 29th January: Manchester City v Club Brugge – Champions League – 8pm KO – 5 Live
Thursday 30th January: FCSB v Manchester United – Europa League – 8pm KO – 5 Live
Following an exciting penultimate round of Champions League group stage action, the panel discuss Bayern Munich and whether their defeat to Benfica was just a bump in the road? Could Xabi Alonso be the next manager in the dugout at Real Madrid? And after Luis Enrique described his PSG side as a “complete team”, what’s next for them?
Plus, who next for Borussia Dortmund after the club sacked Nuri Sahin? And the panel discuss who might be the next Belgium manager. And hear all the latest from the transfer window – what will Omar Marmoush bring to Manchester City, and could Marcus Rashford to Barcelona really happen?
John Bennet is joined by Guillem Balague, Kristof Terreur and Archie Rhind-Tutt to discuss all of the week’s biggest European football headlines.
TIME CODES:
05:00 – Bayern Munich 11:20 – Bayer Leverkusen and Xabi Alonso 18:20 – PSG 25:20 – Barcelona 28:20 – Sahin out at Borussia Dortmund 35:40 – Tedesco leaves Belgium 39:10 – Omar Marmoush to Manchester City 42:35 – Marcus Rashford to Barcelona? 44:20 – Kyle Walker to AC Milan
5 Live and BBC Sounds commentaries this week:
Thursday 23rd January: Manchester United v Rangers – Europa League – 8pm KO – 5 Live
Saturday 25th January: Aston Villa v Manchester City – WSL – 12pm KO – 5 Sports Extra Wolves v Arsenal – Premier League – 3pm KO – 5 Live Manchester City v Chelsea – Premier League - 5.30pm KO – 5 Live
Sunday 26th January: Tottenham v Leicester – Premier League – 2pm KO – 5 Live Crystal Palace v Brentford – Premier League – 2pm KO – 5 Sports Extra Aston Villa v West Ham – Premier League - 4.30pm KO – 5 Live
Real Madrid are the most successful team in the history of the Champions League/European Cup with 15 titles. But how have they achieved this?
Steve Crossman and Guillem Balague explore Real's relationship with the competition, looking at their early dominance in the late 1950s, through to their six triumphs since 2014.
We hear from former players Clarence Seedorf and Sami Khedira on what makes Real Madrid so special. And former coach Paul Clement joins the pod to give us insight into current head coach Carlo Ancelotti and their "La Decima" win in 2014 against Atletico Madrid.
To watch the TV documentary, it is available on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m00276py/how-to-win-the-champions-league
4:30 Real Madrid's early dominance 11:40 Clarence Seedorf on the Real Madrid DNA 22:10 Paul Clement on La Decima and Carlo Ancelotti 38:30 Sami Khedira on Real's recruitment 40:30 Can they continue their dominance?
Gary Lineker invites Brentford manager Thomas Frank round his house for a chat and spot of lunch The Danish manager talks about the journey he's taken the club on, becoming only the Brentford head coach or manager to achieve promotion to the top-flight of English football.
Darren Fletcher is joined by Football Correspondent John Murray, Manchester United journalist Andy Mitten, and former Scotland international Joe Jordan to remember the life and career of Manchester United & Scotland legend Denis Law – the only Scottish player to also have won the Ballon d'Or.
5 Live commentators John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball answer listener questions. From John’s Cyprus underpants story to Ali’s old pet Betsy the beagle causing mischief. Plus the panel react to Erling Haaland signing a new 10-year deal with Manchester City. And will Ali’s losing streak continue in Clash of the Commentators?
02:10 Did John avoid the pigeons at Tamworth? 05:50 Commentary boxes behind glass. 13:10 TCV goes international! 17:25 John’s Cyprus underpants story. 24:30 Will Ali lose again in Clash of the Commentators? 32:45 Ali’s mischievous Betsy the beagle. 34:50 Haaland signs 10-year deal. 38:10 Commentating in stadia not designed for football. 40:20 Great Glossary of Football Commentary.
BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 18 Jan 1500 Brentford v Liverpool on 5 Live, Sat 18 Jan 1730 Arsenal v Aston Villa on 5 Live, Sun 19 Jan 1400 Man Utd v Brighton & Hove Albion on 5 Live, Sun 19 Jan 1630 Ipswich Town v Man City on 5 Live, Sun 19 Jan 1830 Man City v Man Utd (WSL) on 5 Sports Extra.
After Erling Haaland signs a new long-term deal with Manchester City club - listen back to when the Premier League’s all-time record goalscorer Alan Shearer met with the striker on the eve of his debut season back in 2022. 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, and highlights the importance of meditation to his game.
The original version of this podcast was released on 6 August 2022.
John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball present an FA Cup Special. They discuss the magic of the FA Cup, from giant killings to pigeon-infested commentary positions.
Has the schedule taken away some its allure? Who has the best non-league knowledge in Clash of the Commentators? And where does everyone most look forward to going?
01:00 Magic of the FA Cup 02:55 The schedule 05:55 How Sean Dyche’s sacking affected Ali’s prep 09:30 VAR from a commentator’s perspective 14:40 Tunnel interviews 21:25 FA Cup memories 25:20 Biggest cupsets 29:40 Tamworth vs Spurs 31:50 FA Cup replays: yes or no? 34:15 Question from Euro Leagues 36:40 Non-league themed Clash of the Commentators 42:15 Great Glossary of Football
5 LIVE COMMENTARIES THIS WEEKEND Friday 10th January FA CUP: Aston Villa v West Ham United 2000 KO
Saturday 11th January FA CUP: Bristol City v Wolverhampton Wanderers 1200 KO FA CUP: Liverpool v Accrington Stanley 1215 KO FA CUP: Brentford v Plymouth Argyle 1500 KO FA CUP: Leeds United v Harrogate Town 1745 KO FA CUP: Manchester City v Salford City 1745 KO
Sunday 12th January FA CUP: Tamworth v Spurs 1230 KO FA CUP: Newcastle United v Bromley 1500 KO FA CUP: Crystal Palace v Stockport County 1500 KO
From Paris, to Bolton – Premier League legend Jay-Jay Okocha sits down with Dion Dublin in this Football Daily special. The former Nigeria international opens up about that move from Paris Saint-Germain to the Premier League with Bolton Wanderers.
He chats to Dion about adapting to life in England, his relationship with Sam Allardyce and his determination to prove himself in the Premier League.
5 Live commentators John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball answer listener questions. From how they got into football to how they relax while on the road, and which are the coldest/warmest grounds in the country? And can Ian finally get a win under his belt in Clash of the Commentators?
02:15 Ali talks about presenting on the radio 06:10 John’s Christmas travel troubles 12:40 Why did they get into football? 19:20 How do they relax while traveling? 24:30 Do they listen back to their commentaries? 30:20 How do they look after their voices? 33:10 Can Ian win Clash of the Commentators? 43:05 Is Liverpool-Man Utd a ‘local derby’? 44:40 Which are the coldest/warmest grounds? 47:40 The Great Glossary of Football Commentary
BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 4 Jan 3pm Crystal Palace v Chelsea, Sat 4 Jan 5:30pm Brighton v Arsenal, Sun 5 Jan 2pm Fulham v Ipswich, Sun 5 Jan 4:30pm Liverpool v Man Utd.
John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Rafa Honigstein for the first Euro Leagues of 2025. They discuss the match they are most looking forward to and highlight players you should keep an eye on in 2025. From Omar Marmoush at Eintracht Frankfurt to the young Argentine flourishing at Como, they pick out players who could be set for a big move, those on the cusp of great things and a couple of youngsters making big strides. They also pick out something that they are looking forward to in football this year – and end the show with some predictions.
TIMECODES 0 mins: Introduction and New Year’s Resolutions 1 min: Fixtures to look forward to in 2025. 7 mins: Eintracht Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush. 12 mins: Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi. 15 mins: Stuttgart’s Angelo Stiller. 20 mins: Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche. 25 mins: Como’s Nico Paz. 29 mins: Heidenheim’s Paul Wanner (on loan from Bayern Munich). 33 mins: Real Madrid’s Joan Martinez. 35 mins: The team discuss something that they are looking forward to seeing in football in 2025.
Ali Bruce-Ball, John Murray and Ian Dennis present a selection box of stories from life as 5 Live commentators. From getting a wasp in the mouth mid-commentary, to getting in trouble with Kenny Dalglish and Tony Pulis, they tell the tales you don't normally get to hear.
Neil Warnock joins Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff for a festive Christmas treat and 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 memorable stories.
He talks about what Christmas is like in the Warnock household and looks back at almost 60 years in football.
Plus, find out if Yorkshire puddings are on Neil Warnock’s Christmas dinner!
Jonathan Sutherland travels to Naples to speak to two Scots who are starring in Serie A.
Napoli's Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour chat to Jonathan about adapting to life in Italy, their relationship with Antonio Conte and following in the footsteps of Diego Maradona.
McTominay also opens up on his decision to leave Manchester United, while Gilmour discusses swapping Brighton for Naples.
BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 21 Dec, 1500: West Ham v Brighton on 5 Live Sat 21 Dec, 1730: Crystal Palace v Arsenal on 5 Live Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Everton v Chelsea on 5 Live Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Man Utd v Bournemouth on 5 Sports Extra Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Fulham v Southampton on BBC Sport website Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Leicester v Wolves on BBC Sport website Sun 22 Dec, 1630: Tottenham v Liverpool on 5 Live
John Murray returns with Ian Dennis and Ali Bruce-Ball to lift the lid on life as a commentator. From being pulled over by police in Moscow to talking tailoring with Thomas Tuchel, they reveal the stories they don’t normally get to hear. Plus, Steve Bunce drops in from Riyadh ahead of #UsykFury2 to talk boxing commentary. And Clash of the Commentators takes on an Asian feel.
01:20 Interviewing Thomas Tuchel 02:55 27-hour journey back from Moscow 08:10 Don’t speak to Pep on the golf course 11:10 How are commentary games chosen? 13:55 Commentating with Clinton Morrison 18:10 Steve Bunce talks boxing commentary 28:25 Best goal scored by a European player this year? 33:30 Clash of the Commentators goes Asian 38:05 Looking ahead to the weekend’s fixtures 42:00 The Great Glossary of Football Commentary
BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 21 Dec, 1500: West Ham v Brighton on 5 Live Sat 21 Dec, 1730: Crystal Palace v Arsenal on 5 Live Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Everton v Chelsea on 5 Live Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Man Utd v Bournemouth on 5 Sports Extra Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Fulham v Southampton on BBC Sport website Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Leicester v Wolves on BBC Sport website Sun 22 Dec, 1630: Tottenham v Liverpool on 5 Live
Conor McNamara joins Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball to reveal the stories behind the 5 Live commentaries. From Conor taking a printer to games, to using the facilities on the Anfield roof! They tell the tales you don’t normally get to hear. And ‘Clash of the Commentators’ is back!
02:05 Upsetting football fans 06:00 Conor’s portable printer 09:20 Using Championship Manager to help prep 11:20 Getting the overnight sleeper train 15:00 What do commentators do at half-time? 18:05 The Anfield commode 22:30 Best derby to commentate on? 28:20 Commentating at late notice/without notes! 31:40 Most difficult pronunciations 35:45 Clash of the Commentators 41:50 Great Dictionary of Football Commentary
BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League / Women’s Super League commentaries this weekend: Sat 14 Dec, 15:00 – Liverpool v Fulham – 5 Live Sat 14 Dec, 17:30 – Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa – 5 Live Sun 15 Dec, 14:00 – Brighton v Crystal Palace – 5 Live Sun 15 Dec, 14:30 – Liverpool Women v Arsenal Women – 5 Sports Extra Sun 15 Dec, 16:30 – Man City v Man Utd – 5 Live
It's been confirmed the FIFA World Cup will be returning to the Middle East in 10 years' time after FIFA awarded Saudi Arabia the hosting rights to the 2034 tournament.
Securing football’s most high-profile tournament is just the latest example of the Kingdom’s growing influence on global sport, which its critics say is in an effort to 'sportswash' the regime's reputation.
Katie Smith is joined by BBC sports editor Dan Roan and Tariq Panja, global sports correspondent for The New York Times, to provide the background to Saudi Arabia’s unopposed bid.
We hear from the president of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, Yasser Al Misehal, and from Amanda Staveley, who was part of the Saudi-backed takeover of Newcastle United in 2021, on why the tournament will be a great success, while BBC sports news correspondent Laura Scott speaks to Norwegian Football Federation president Lise Klaveness about Norway's decision to abstain from the voting process for the 2030 and 2034 tournaments.
Stephen Cockburn, Amnesty International’s head of housing, workers rights, and sport, and Wycombe Wanderers midfielder David Wheeler, the PFA’s sustainability champion, also join the podcast to discuss their concerns over human and the environment.
And we ask what all this means for Saudi Arabia’s huge investments in domestic football, particularly at Newcastle United.
In this special episode of the Football Daily Nedum Onuoha travels to Italy to have a typical Milanese dinner with AC Milan striker Tammy Abraham to discuss his many career highlights, relationship with Jose Mourinho and how life abroad has changed him as a player and person.
Tammy chats to Nedum about the importance of embracing Milan and how he has found settling in to a new environment, including the fashion!
John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball reveal the stories behind the 5 Live commentaries. From commentating in the pouring rain with colleagues in their underwear, to a big medical drama, they tell the tales you don’t normally get to hear. And the ‘Wheel of Spiel’ makes a return!
01:35 John gets a surprise 03:30 Ian has an apology to make 04:20 Commentating in the rain 09:20 Ian nearly ends his career 14:30 ‘Wheel of Spiel’ goes deep 19:00 Favourite commentary positions 22:55 Tottenham-Chelsea preview 27:10 John’s big medical drama 29:45 Ali’s new toys! 31:20 The Great Dictionary of Football Commentary
BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 7 Dec, 15:00 – Crystal Palace v Man City - 5 Live Sat 7 Dec, 17:30 – Man Utd v Nottingham Forest - 5 Live Sun 8 Dec, 14:00 – Fulham v Arsenal - 5 Live Sun 8 Dec, 14:00 – Leicester v Brighton – 5 Sports Extra Sun 8 Dec, 14:00 – Ipswich v Bournemouth – BBC Sport website Sun 8 Dec, 16:30 – Tottenham v Chelsea - 5 Live
In a special interview, new Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim speaks to Mark Chapman about his appointment.
Amorim explains why he already feels a connection with the club’s fans, and why his new role won’t change him as a person.
He also talks about his time in Portugal, including how being released as a player by Benfica impacted him.
TIMECODES 02:30 Making a connection with Man Utd fans 04:00 Being an emotional character 11:00 On seeing a psychologist as he came to the end of his playing career and prepared to become a coach 14:00 Getting inspiration from Jorge Jesus and Leonardo Jardim 18:00 The driving force behind each managerial move he’s made 21:00 On how moving to the club will change his life
Alistair Bruce-Ball, John Murray and Ian Dennis tell the stories behind the 5 Live commentaries, from getting lost in Portugal to navigating the new Champions League table. What’s it like preparing for a big game like Liverpool vs Man City? And who will take round two in Clash of the Commentators? Plus catch the latest entries into The Great Dictionary of Football Commentary.
01:00 John’s tip troubles 03:00 Ian’s Portugal problems 08:05 Liverpool-Real Madrid reflections 14:05 Getting used to the UCL table 17:30 ‘New series’ of Liverpool-Man City 23:30 Training the commentators 28:30 Clash of the Commentators 33:55 Working at Selhurst Park 38:15 The Great Dictionary of Football Commentary
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: 15:00 Sat 30 Nov: Crystal Palace v Newcastle – Premier League 17:30 Sat 30 Nov: West Ham v Arsenal – Premier League 13:30 Sun 1 Dec: Man Utd v Everton – Premier League 13:30 Sun 1 Dec: Chelsea v Aston Villa – Premier League – 5 Sports Extra 13:30 Sun 1 Dec: Tottenham v Fulham – Premier League – BBC Sport website 16:00 Sun 1 Dec: Liverpool v Man City – Premier League
John Murray and Ian Dennis join Alistair Bruce-Ball to lift the lid on life as 5 Live commentators. From Ian’s floppy disk of research to pre-interview smalltalk with Steven Gerrard, they reveal stories you don’t normally get to hear. And as it’s an Ali Bruce-Ball podcast, of course there’s some fun and games as well.
02:00 No rest for the commentator! 06:05 Ian’s floppy disk 09:05 Encounters with new Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim 13:50 ‘Kevin Dalglish’ 15:20 Pre-interview smalltalk 18:10 The ‘Wheel of Spiel’ 24:30 Difficulties of commentating on Man City 29:30 Ian Holloway’s spooky interview 31:30 ‘Clash of the commentators’ quiz 36:10 What’s it like commentating at 3pm on Saturday? 39:30 The Great Dictionary of Football Commentary
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Arsenal v Nottingham Forest – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 23 November Man City v Tottenham – Premier League – 17:30 – Saturday 23 November Southampton v Liverpool – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 24 November Ipswich v Man Utd – Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 24 November
Morgan Rogers joins Liam MacDevitt to talk about his career so far and aspirations for the future. He recalls the decision to join Aston Villa from Middlesbrough and opens up about life & playing in the Midlands.
They discuss that feeling when he first heard the Champions League anthem, and what it’s like to play under Unai Emery.
Plus, with so many of his international teammates from youth level gaining senior call-ups for England, he shares his aspirations of a call-up from new manager Thomas Tuchel.
Spurs winger Brennan Johnson talks form, influences, Son Heung-min & Ange Postecoglou. He discusses how comfortable he feels now he is in his second season at Tottenham Hotspur and his drive to win the club their first deomstic trophy since 2008.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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’
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Steve Crossman and guests select their Greatest Champions League XIs
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.
From Valencia to Istanbul and Inter to Tyneside - Rafa Benitez tells Guillem Balague about the key matches from his managerial career
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