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Episodes
How to keep your galactico happy – Football Weekly Extra
Jan 21 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Jonathan Liew, Archie Rhind-Tutt, and Jordan Jarrett-Bryan to discuss the midweek Premier League games, Mesut Özil’s Arsenal exit, the Bundesliga and which position would best suit Joe Biden. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Leicester go top, Lampard feels the heat and Milan march on – Football Weekly
Jan 20 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Nicky Bandini, Lars Sivertsen, Philippe Auclair and Sid Lowe to discuss the midweek round of Premier League fixtures, plus updates from Italy, Spain and France. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool misfire again, Özil and the genius of Ndombele – Football Weekly
Jan 18 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barney Ronay, Jonathan Wilson, Simon Burnton and Flo Lloyd-Hughes to discuss the Premier League, Özil’s exit and the WSL. Are Manchester City the favourites for the Premier League after a fifth consecutive win and just why have Liverpool stopped scoring goals?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Pogba, Wolves, Celtic and imaginary children – Football Weekly Extra
Jan 14 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Ed Aarons, Ewan Murray and Jacqui Oatley to discuss the Premier League, Celtic’s implosion and more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
What Brexit means for football – Football Weekly special
Jan 12 2021
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Miles Jacobson, Jonathan Fadugba and Sid Lowe discuss Brexit’s impact on the Premier League and beyond. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Car park capers, back gardens and a shock in the FA Cup – Football Weekly
Jan 11 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Paul Doyle and Ben Fisher to review the weekend’s FA Cup action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Colin Bell, Cup semis and the Trippier Tapes – Football Weekly Extra
Jan 07 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson, Jonathan Liew and Flo Lloyd-Hughes to discuss wins for Manchester City and Spurs, Liverpool’s semi-slump, Phil Neville and the sad passing of a true great. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Crosstown title races hot up in Milan and Madrid – Football Weekly
Jan 05 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Nicky Bandini, Sid Lowe, Archie Rhind-Tutt and Lars Sivertsen to discuss the latest European action as Milan stay ahead of Internazionale in Italy while Atlético lead Real Madrid in Spain. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Tommy Docherty remembered and Kevin De Bruyne's brilliance – Football Weekly
Jan 04 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Ewan Murray, Barney Ronay and John Brewin to discuss the weekend’s Premier League action, the Old Firm and the former Manchester United manager Tommy Docherty, who has died aged 92. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Newcastle, Liverpool, Villa, meat and the EFL – Football Weekly Extra
Dec 31 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan and Mark Langdon to discuss the final game of this Premier League year, as well as the one that was cancelled. Plus Ben Fisher’s Football League round-up. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Covid postponements, Leeds and Kieran Trippier's ban – Football Weekly
Dec 30 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Natasha Henry and Marcus Bean discuss the increase of Covid-related postponements, plus Leeds’ highs and lows. Sid Lowe also talks Kieran Trippier, Diego Costa and Lionel Messi. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Sam Allardyce rides again and Arteta’s Arsenal fire at last – Football Weekly
Dec 28 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Anne-Marie Batson and Simon Burnton to discuss a busy weekend of football. Plus Philippe Auclair provides an update on the comings and goings at PSG. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Tackling your questions in a Christmas special – Football Weekly Extra
Dec 24 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Lars Sivertsen for a special Christmas Q&A edition. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Title races hot up in Milan and Madrid, plus sorry Schalke – Football Weekly
Dec 22 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Sid Lowe and Lars Sivertsen for a round-up from across the continent.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester United hit six, Liverpool get seven and 100 top players – Football Weekly
Dec 21 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Flo Lloyd-Hughes and Jonathan Liew to discuss free-scoring Liverpool and Manchester United, the deepening crisis at Arsenal and the Guardian’s top 100 male footballers. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Bilic out, Allardyce in and Liverpool go top – Football Weekly Extra
Dec 17 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Fadugba and Philippe Auclair discuss the midweek round of Premier League games, the return of Sam Allardyce, a defeat for Rangers and the state of Ligue 1. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
How to tackle dementia in football – Football Weekly special
Dec 16 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Chris Sutton, John Stiles and Dr Willie Stewart discuss the prevalence of dementia in former footballers, sharing first-hand experience of the disease, the science behind the correlation between football and dementia and what needs to be done in the future. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
What has gone wrong at Arsenal and Sheffield United? – Football Weekly
Dec 14 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Paul MacInnes to discuss the weekend’s Premier League action including the demise of Arsenal and the potential of Mikel Arteta getting the sack, while we ask Jay Socik exactly what’s gone wrong at Sheffield United. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Top 10 female footballers in the world 2020 - Football Weekly Bonus
Dec 11 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Suzy Wrack and Barry Glendenning to count down the 10 best female footballers in the world – as per the Guardian’s 2020 list. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Champions League last 16 is set and a tribute to Paolo Rossi – Football Weekly Extra
Dec 10 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glenndenning, Nicky Bandini, Sid Lowe and Lars Sivertsen to discuss the final round of Champions League group games, along with paying tribute to the late Paolo Rossi. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester United tumble out of the Champions League – Football Weekly
Dec 09 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jordan Jarrett Bryan, Jacob Steinberg and Barney Ronay to discuss Manchester United bowing out of the Champions League, the incident involving Istanbul’s Basaksehir’s Pierre Webo and a fourth official in Paris, plus we ask Millwall fan Barney Ronay about recent events at the Den. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
A Mourinho masterclass and depressing scenes at Millwall – Football Weekly
Dec 07 2020
Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Jamie Jackson join Max Rushden to discuss the weekend’s talking points - including wins for Spurs, Manchester United and Chelsea. The latter of which re-ignites the ongoing debate about whether Marcelo Bielsa is as good as Jonathan Wilson paints him out to be. The panel also address the demoralising scenes from Saturday, when some fans at Millwall booed their players for taking a knee. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweekl...more
Manchester United's inconsistency and Giroud's fab four – Football Weekly Extra
Dec 03 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew and Marcus Bean to discuss United, Oliver Giroud and question if Pablo Picasso is French. Plus; Archie Rhind-Tutt joins us for all things German football. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Klopp's kids and a new Champions League format - Football Weekly
Dec 02 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Natasha Henry, John Brewin and Sid Lowe to discuss the Liverpool and Man City qualifying for Champions League Round of 16, Zidane’s woes, a potential new Champions League format and Anton Ferdinand’s new documentary, ‘Football, Racism and Me’.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The need for concussion substitutes – Football Weekly
Nov 30 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen, Ewan Murray and Faye Carruthers to discuss the need for concussion substitutes and Manchester United’s victory over Southampton. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
A tribute to Diego Maradona – Football Weekly
Nov 26 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson, Philippe Auclair, Marcela Mora y Araujo and Asif Kapadia to celebrate the life of Diego Maradona, the footballing genius who died on Wednesday aged 60. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Champions League, yet more VAR and the return of fans – Football Weekly
Nov 25 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Jonathan Wilson to discuss Tuesday’s Champions League football. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Pep, Pépé and penalties – Football Weekly
Nov 23 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay, Ben Fisher and John Ashdown to discuss José v Pep (Part 24), Fulham’s comedy penalties, and Chelsea being quite good. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Wales are promoted! And is Foden the new Grealish?– Football Weekly Extra
Nov 19 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Flo Lloyd-Hughes to discuss England’s conclusive triumph over Iceland, a game that actually mattered for Wales and a tribute to Olivier Giroud. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Football and how the game handles mental health – Football Weekly special
Nov 17 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning and Archie Rhind-Tutt, as well as former professional footballer and now writer/filmmaker Marvin Sordell, and Alex Mills, the head of education for Sporting Chance. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
England's Nations League flop, Wales win and WSL drama – Football Weekly
Nov 16 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning , Jonathan Liew and Ed Aarons to discuss the latest Nations League action. Plus: Suzy Wrack reviews an exciting weekend of comebacks in the Women’s Super League. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Scotland's Euro 2020 play-off triumph never in doubt – Football Weekly Extra
Nov 13 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Anne-Marie Batson, John Brewin and Jim Burke to discuss Scotland’s triumph, Northern Ireland’s heartbreak, meaningless friendlies, Greg Clarke and an exciting weekend of WSL action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Has Zlatan Ibrahimovic found the Holy Grail? – Football Weekly
Nov 10 2020
Max Rushden, Lars Sivertsen, Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Archie Rhind-Tutt discuss Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Bayern winning Der Klassiker again, bother for Real Madrid and a Gladbach scorpion kick. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Premier League highs and panenka lows – Football Weekly
Nov 09 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Gregg Bakowski and Jordan Jarrett-Bryan to discuss the horror show for Arteta at the Emirates and the rest of the Premier League results. Plus that Ademola Lookman penalty. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester United malaise, pressing and handball – Football Weekly Extra
Nov 05 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Jonathan Wilson, Natasha Henry and Jonathan Liew to discuss Manchester United’s defending, wins for Chelsea, Dortmund and Barça, the dress code for managers and a weekend preview. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Champions League latest, flying Foxes and more – Football Weekly
Nov 04 2020
Max Rushden, Barney Ronay, Paul MacInnes and Simon Burnton discuss Liverpool’s dominant display over Atalanta, Manchester City taking care of Olympiakos, Leicester, a life-affirming assist and a wasted goalkeeper goal. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
A Nobby Stiles tribute and is Ward-Prowse the new Le Tissier? – Football Weekly
Nov 02 2020
Max Rushden and co pay tribute to Nobby Stiles, ask if it’s all over for Aston Villa and discuss James Ward-Prowse, Thomas Partey and Manchester City’s Women’s FA Cup final victory This podcast was amended on Monday 1st November. An earlier version wrongfully stated that Gerd Müller had died from dementia.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Saint Marcus and the 'real' Ole Gunnar Solskjær? – Football Weekly Extra
Oct 29 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jamie Jackson, Lars Sivertsen and Archie Rhind-Tutt discuss Marcus Rashford’s heroic week, the rest of the Champions League and whether there’s more to Ole Gunnar Solskjær than meets the eye.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Bartomeu’s mic drop and another injury for Liverpool – Football Weekly
Oct 28 2020
Faye Carruthers, Barry Glendenning, Flo Lloyd-Hughes, Nick Ames and Sid Lowe discuss the resignation of Barcelona’s president and Tuesday night’s Champions League action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Aston Villa's reality check and Kevin McCarra tributes – Football Weekly
Oct 26 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan and John Brewin to discuss the top-flight weekend. Sid Lowe also joins to talk about the clásico, and Jonathan Wilson leads the tributes to Kevin McCarra. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Real Madrid shocked by Shakhtar before El Clásico – Football Weekly Extra
Oct 22 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon and Ed Aarons discuss wins for Liverpool and Manchester City, before Sid Lowe joins to dissect Madrid’s defeat, Bayern routing Atlético and a preview of El Clásico. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Champions League returns and more breakaway talk – Football Weekly
Oct 21 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew, Nicky Bandini and Anne-Marie Batson discuss Manchester United’s 2-1 win at PSG, Chelsea’s draw with Sevilla and more breakaway league rumours. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Moyes dances, Liverpool lose Van Dijk and Villa march on – Football Weekly
Oct 19 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Andy Hunter, Natasha Henry and Ewan Murray to run through a weekend of late goals, VAR’s latest impact on the beautiful game, Sergio Agüero’s handsiness, and the first Old Firm derby of the season. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
England see red, Scotland soar and Big Picture fades – Football Weekly Extra
Oct 15 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jacqui Oatley and Jonathan Wilson to discuss England’s defeat to Denmark, plus all the latest Nations League games. We look at the implications of Project Big Picture being rejected by the Premier League, and Suzanne Wrack tells us what’s next for the Women’s Super League.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Football and its relationship with gambling – Football Weekly special
Oct 13 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning and Philippe Auclair to examine the game’s ‘gamblification’ with the betting industry. We hear from James Grimes, who was a gambling addict for 12 years, Rob Davies, The Guardian’s business reporter who specialises in the gambling industry, and Brigid Simmonds, chair of the Betting and Gaming Council. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Project Big Picture, pay-per-view TV and Arsène Wenger – Football Weekly
Oct 12 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Marcus Bean and Elis James to discuss England beating Belgium, Ireland v Wales – seriously – and Project Big Picture. Donald McRae is also on hand to talk all things Wenger. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Nations League, Next Generation and Macclesfield – Football Weekly Extra
Oct 08 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Faye Carruthers and Ben Fisher discuss the Nations League, Gareth Southgate as headteacher and the plight of EFL clubs, before Marcus Christenson joins to talk all things Next Generation. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Partey on deadline day and a Messi happiness index – Football Weekly
Oct 06 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Sid Lowe and Archie Rhind-Tutt for the latest from transfer deadline day, including Arsenal’s signing of Atlético midfielder Thomas Partey, Edinson Cavani to Manchester United and Jack Wilshere to nowhere, plus an update from the top leagues around the continent. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
What has happened to the Premier League? – Football Weekly
Oct 05 2020
Max Rushden and co discuss Aston Villa’s rout of Liverpool, Manchester United’s surrender to Spurs and perhaps the greatest 1-1 draw of all time at Elland Road. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Calvert-Lewin on fire and fake crowds leaving games early – Football Weekly
Oct 01 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Paul Doyle and Jonathan Liew. They discuss the recent Carabao Cup action, including another hat-trick for Dominic Calvert-Lewin, José Mourinho chasing Eric Dier down the tunnel, Paul Doyle’s unusual recipe for improving the League Cup, Jonathan Liew on the Borussia Dortmund model and fake crowds leaving games early. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool too good for Arsenal and how to save the EFL – Football Weekly
Sep 29 2020
Max Rushden and Barry Glendenning are joined by Jordan Jarrett Bryan, Rory Smith, as well as Archie Rhind-Tutt and Sid Lowe, to discuss Liverpool, Arsenal, sad times for Fulham and the German Sam Allardyce. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Handball horrors, flying Foxes and Bayern bashed – Football Weekly
Sep 28 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and Mark Langdon to review a busy weekend for the handball law, West Ham going rogue, Leicester’s stunning mauling of Manchester City and tasty mascots. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Will grounds stay empty for another six months? – Football Weekly Extra
Sep 24 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Philippe Auclair, Anne-Marie Batson, Simon Burnton and Sean Ingle to discuss the implications of not allowing fans into grounds for the next six months. There’s the quickest substitution ever, a look at Manchester United’s defence and a weekend preview. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Barça crisis, Pirlo's Juventus and Bayern's machine – Football Weekly
Sep 22 2020
In this European special, Max Rushden discusses the latest from Europe’s major leagues, with Sid Lowe, Archie Rhind-Tutt and Nicky Bandini. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Goals galore in the Premier League – Football Weekly
Sep 21 2020
Max Rushden and co discuss a goal-rich weekend, how to interview Samuel Eto’o, the variable quality of footballs, and how Max would fare up front for Manchester City. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Gareth Bale's Spurs return and the end for Macclesfield – Football Weekly Extra
Sep 17 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Paul MacInnes and Jonathan Liew to discuss Macclesfield Town going out of business and Gareth Bale’s return to Tottenham. John Brewin is on hand for the former, and Sid Lowe for the latter. And we find out whether Barry has the Carabao box. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Raúl Jiménez: the best No 9 in the Premier League? – Football Weekly
Sep 15 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Flo Lloyd-Hughes and Ben Fisher to break down Monday night’s games, and ask whether England could field a team made up entirely of right-backs. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool hold off Leeds and Arsenal show a ruthless side – Football Weekly
Sep 14 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Philippe Auclair on the Premier League openers, Barry’s past life, Damien Delaney’s Dream Dinner Party and the return of a Jonathan eating challenge. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Premier League is back – Football Weekly
Sep 10 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and John Brewin to preview the new Premier League season, complete with a killer Conor Coady stat and a shock top-four prediction. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
England produce more drama off the field than on it – Football Weekly
Sep 09 2020
After another stodgy performance against Denmark, what does Gareth Southgate need to change to get the best out of his talented England team? Max Rushden is joined by Jonathan Wilson, Jordan Jarrett Bryan and Ed Aarons to discuss the latest round of the Nations League, Phil Foden and Mason Greenwood’s Icelandic misadventure, and the latest transfer news ahead of the start of the Premier League season.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
West Ham worries, under-par England and WSL kicks off – Football Weekly
Sep 07 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Flo Lloyd Hughes and Jacob Steinberg to discuss England’s scrappy win in Iceland, West Ham’s woes and the WSL’s opening weekend, with Sid Lowe on hand with the latest Lionel Messi update.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Nations League and WSL return, plus Bale's hair – Football Weekly Extra
Sep 03 2020
Faye Carruthers is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Jonathan Wilson to discuss all things Nations League, Gareth Bale and James Rodríguez, while Flo Lloyd-Hughes previews the new WSL season. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
A star is born in José Mourinho – Football Weekly podcast
Sep 01 2020
Faye Carruthers is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Barney Ronay and Sid Lowe to discuss the new Tottenham Hotspur documentary, the Community Shield and the Women’s Champions League final. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
How the white football was dismissed as an unwanted fad
Aug 31 2020
The white ball was widely disliked during trials in 1927 and one manufacturer declared it ‘practically impossible to make’. It would take another 24 years for the Football League to give it the go-ahead. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The fight to save clubs amid financial turmoil – Football Weekly Extra
Aug 27 2020
Melissa Rudd is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Nicholson and Kevin Miles from the Football Supporters Association to look at the FSA’s Sustain the Game initiative, aiming to protect football clubs. How do we ensure football clubs are better able to survive the financial stress that saw Bury go under one year ago? And have top flight clubs really missed having fans in the stadium during lockdown? Meanwhile, Sid Lowe gives us the inside story on Lionel Messi’s transfer request, and reviews last...more
Does Lionel Messi really want away from Barcelona? – Football Weekly
Aug 26 2020
Melissa Rudd is joined by Barry Glendenning , Philippe Auclair and Anne-Marie Batson to look into Lionel Messi’s transfer request, and Harry Maguire’s conviction in Greece. The pod also talk fixture chaos, Women’s Champions League, and explore Barry’s expensive nights out in Las Vegas. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Bayern Munich crowned European champions – Football Weekly
Aug 24 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew and Jonathan Wilson look back at all the Champions League final talking points, as Bayern overcame PSG. We also take a brief look at Sevilla’s Europa League glory. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Bayern juggernaut, fixtures and Wiegman – Football Weekly Extra
Aug 20 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Flo Lloyd-Hughes preview the two European finals, discuss Sarina Wiegman’s future role as England women’s manager and Ronald Koeman’s arrival at Barcelona. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
PSG party, tight trousers and Koeman’s move to Barcelona – Football Weekly
Aug 19 2020
Max Rushden and Barry Glendenning are joined by Archie Rhind-Tutt and Philippe Auclair to discuss Paris Saint-Germain’s progression to the Champions League final, how Internazionale showed Barry up with their 5-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk, Julian Nagelsmann’s credentials as a style icon and whether Ronald Koeman’s Barça dream come true is all it seems. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Barcelona blues, the Sevilla League and Pep's overthinking – Football Weekly
Aug 17 2020
Max Rushden and Barry Glendenning are joined by Sid Lowe and Mark Langdon to discuss Barça’s 8-2 defeat at the hands of Bayern, Guardiola’s tendency to overthink and Sevilla bidding for a sixth Europa League title. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
PSG's late show plus Macclesfield and Charlton fears – Football Weekly Extra
Aug 13 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jordan Jarrett Bryan and Lars Sivertsen discuss PSG’s late win over Atalanta, the Europa League quarter-finals and the perilous state of Charlton and Macclesfield with Ben Fisher. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Club ownership, soft power and human rights – Football Weekly
Aug 11 2020
Max Rushden, Philippe Auclair, David Conn and James Dorsey explore the foreign ownership of clubs, and the human rights abuses within some countries whose consortia have been buying – or attempting to buy – them. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Champions League and a return for the witch's curse – Football Weekly
Aug 10 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Barney Ronay to discuss the recent Champions League and Europa League clashes, an unlikely overhaul at Juventus and transfer fees for toasters. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Europa League is go - Football Weekly
Aug 06 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon, and Lars Sivertsen to discuss the Europa League action, preview the forthcoming Champions League clashes, and explore the potential for butter podcasts. Meanwhile Nick Ames joins us to discuss the redundancies announced at Arsenal.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Fulham's Premier League return and footballing bookworms - Football Weekly
Aug 05 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Faye Carruthers and Jonathan Liew to discuss Fulham’s return to the Premier League and we talk about VAR coughing and footballers who read books. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Arsenal's FA Cup win and the Scottish Premiership's return – Football Weekly
Aug 03 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Philippe Auclair to discuss Arsenal’s FA Cup Final win over Chelsea, Eddie Howe’s departure from Bournemouth and a review of the opening weekend in Scotland with Ewan Murray. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
FA Cup final preview and a farewell to Griffin Park – Football Weekly Extra
Jul 30 2020
Elis James is joined by Barry Glendenning, Simon Burnton and Jonathan Liew to discuss Brentford dashing Swansea dreams, Arsenal and Chelsea’s date at Wembley, and fantasy league players to sign for next season. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Championship play-offs, transfer talk and Juve's latest title – Football Weekly
Jul 28 2020
Faye Carruthers, Barry Glendenning, Jacob Steinberg and Jonathan Fadugba discuss the play-off semi-final first legs, this summer’s potential moves and look at Juventus’ record ninth straight Serie A title. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Winners and losers as Premier League's 352-day season ends – Football Weekly
Jul 27 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Lars Sivertsen discuss the final day of the Premier League season, as Manchester United and Chelsea clinch Champions League places, and Aston Villa avoid relegation by a single point.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool's trophy and Championship madness – Football Weekly Extra
Jul 23 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Ben Fisher and Marcus Bean discuss Liverpool’s flamboyant title display, Paul Pogba refusing to take a ball in the face and Elis James joins for a review of the Championship’s crazy night. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Analysing Real Madrid's title triumph and Ronaldo's goals – Football Weekly
Jul 21 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Sid Lowe, Nicky Bandini and Lars Sivertsen look back over Real Madrid’s title success, discuss Cristiano Ronaldo’s continued goalscoring exploits in Italy and the 2020 Ballon d’Or being cancelled. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Leeds United are back in the Premier League – Football Weekly
Jul 20 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Paul Doyle to discuss Leeds’s Championship triumph in the company of Daniel Chapman from the Square Ball podcast, plus the weekend’s FA Cup semis. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
David Silva, Championship thrills and Twitter accounts – Football Weekly Extra
Jul 16 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Flo Lloyd-Hughes, Paul MacInnes and Jonathan Liew to also discuss Virgil van Dijk’s David Luiz tribute act, collective love for Wolves’ Raúl Jiménez and which clubs they have no feelings for. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
A deep dive into Manchester City's Euro reprieve – Football Weekly
Jul 14 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Tariq Panja and Barney Ronay to discuss Manchester City’s escape from a two-year European football ban. They also discuss their collective love for Adebayo Akinfenwa, and Barney’s preferred pudding recipe. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Memories of Jack Charlton and Man City's Cas verdict – Football Weekly
Jul 13 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Mark Langdon pay tribute to former Leeds United and England defender Jack Charlton. Also they react to Manchester City’s Cas verdict, round-up the key talking points from the Premier League and take a look at the Champions League and Europa League quarter-final draw.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Eddie Nketiah, Eric Dier and disciplinary debates – Football Weekly
Jul 09 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Jonathan Fadugba to discuss Eddie Nketiah’s red card for Arsenal, Eric Dier’s four-game ban for Tottenham, and Scottish farming communities of the 19th century. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Barcelona after Lionel Messi, Juventus and José Mourinho – Football Weekly
Jul 07 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Sid Lowe and Nicky Bandini discuss the future for Barcelona and Lionel Messi and Juventus as they edge closer to another title in Italy. Plus, Archie Rhind-Tutt talks about how Bayern Munich secured another trophy at the weekend. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Mason Greenwood and the Manchester United renaissance – Football Weekly
Jul 06 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning , Jacqui Oatley and John Brewin to discuss young English strikers making an impact over the weekend, and Jamie Vardy’s incredible 100 Premier League goals. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
West Ham stun Chelsea and racial bias in commentary – Football Weekly
Jul 02 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew, David Hytner, and Ben Fisher discuss this week’s Premier League and EFL fixtures. Plus, they take a closer look at racial bias in English commentary. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Power, corruption and lies - Football Weekly
Jun 30 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Tariq Panja to discuss the ownership, agents, backroom deals and Fifa. Suzy Wrack joins us to look at how Australia and New Zealand triumphed over Colombia in the bid to host the Women’s World Cup in 2023. And we ponder the prospects of Manchester City’s appeal against their Uefa ban succeeding at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Taking a deep dive into Liverpool's title-winning campaign – Football Weekly
Jun 29 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Ceylon Andi Hickman, Andy Hunter and Gregg Bakowski discuss all the elements behind Liverpool’s first title win in 30 years. Plus the rest of the weekend’s Premier League and FA Cup action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool on edge of glory and a rare Manchester United hat-trick – Football Weekly Extra
Jun 25 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Marcus Bean look back at the midweek Premier League games as Liverpool now stand on the verge of the Premier League title. The team also discuss Anthony Martial’s hat-trick, Arsenal dishing out contracts like it’s Christmas, the latest action in Europe and they preview the FA Cup quarter finals. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Brilliant Benzema, awesome Atalanta and first-rate Flick – Football Weekly
Jun 23 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sid Lowe, Archie Rhind-Tutt and Nicky Bandini to discuss the European leagues, predatory water birds, foul-mouthed managers, and the contents of Barry’s mantelpiece. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Premier League and Championship: a slow restart – Football Weekly
Jun 22 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Barney Ronay discuss the first full weekend of the restarted season, which wasn’t as exciting as many would have hoped. Plus: Ben Fisher on the Championship. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Premier League returns and Sir Marcus Rashford – Football Weekly Extra
Jun 18 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Jordan Jarrett-Bryan on return of the Premier League, goal-line technology and David Luiz. The panel also talk about Marcus Rashford, the Coppa Italia final and preview the weekend. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The life and times of Jonathan Liew and Premier League returns – Football Weekly
Jun 16 2020
Max Rushden and Barry Glendenning dig into the Jonathan Liew archive with the man himself, including his stint on Countdown and a famous spat with a certain BBC Cricket Correspondent. They also talk about the Premier League’s imminent return and, with Sid Lowe, about a successful restart for La Liga A new version of this episode was uploaded on 17/06/20 to amend a technical glitch.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
How will lower-league teams survive the shutdown? – Football Weekly
Jun 15 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Suzanne Wrack, Flo Lloyd-Hughes, Faye Carruthers and Ali Maxwell to discuss the EFL’s decision to cancel the League One and Two seasons. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Europe's major leagues prepare for restart – Football Weekly Extra
Jun 11 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Sid Lowe, Archie Rhind-Tutt and Nicky Bandini to compare how Spain, Italy and Germany have approached the resumption of football. Plus, Archie’s Tinder Tales update and fans hiding in German forests. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Black Lives Matter, racism in football and representation in sports media – Football Weekly special
Jun 10 2020
Max Rushden, Troy Townsend, Elliot Ross and Jordan Jarrett-Bryan discuss football’s reaction to the Black Lives Matter protests following the death of George Floyd and ask whether this reaction is good enough. They also look inwards and ask questions about black representation in sports media, as well as discussing some of the incidents that have marred football since our last special on racism. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Premier League and a history of African players in the UK – Football Weekly
Jun 08 2020
Max Rushden, Philippe Auclair, Nick Ames and Ed Aarons discuss how many of the returning top flight’s 92 live TV matches they’ll be able to stomach, the League One row, action in the Bundesliga and Ed’s new book. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The life and times of Barney Ronay – Football Weekly Extra
Jun 04 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning and Barney Ronay to discuss Barney’s life and times, including how Charlton v Manchester City got him hooked on football. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Project Restart is go and the pod revisit Camp Nou in 1999 – Football Weekly
Jun 01 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Kate Mason and Lars Sivertsen to discuss Project Restart, as the Premier League looks set to resume on 17 June. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The inside track on Newcastle United's Saudi suitors – Football Weekly Extra
May 28 2020
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, James Montague, Archie Rhind-Tutt and Alex Hurst – chair of Newcastle United Supporters Trust – to discuss the issues surrounding the possible Saudi takeover of the club.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The final instalment of Detective Wilson – Football Weekly Extra Extra
May 26 2020
Max reads the final instalment of Detective Wilson, the Football Weekly Extended Universe novel written by London-based actor and director Jamie Biddle.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
England's Euro 96 win over Netherlands revisited – Football Weekly
May 25 2020
Max and Barry are joined by Simon Burnton and Jacob Steinberg to discuss England’s Euro 96 victory over the Netherlands. Plus Archie Rhind-Tutt and Sid Lowe are on hand to talk Bundesliga and the return of La Liga. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Illicit haircuts, Celtic's title and lifting morale – Football Weekly Extra
May 21 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Jonathan Liew discuss the Premier League’s return to training, rogue trims, Celtic being crowned champions of Scotland, the future of women’s football and plenty more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Rijkaard, Kluivert and Ajax 1995 (plus the Bundesliga!) – Football Weekly
May 18 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn discuss the 1995 Champions League final as a turning point in European football in the 1990s, Frank Rijkaard coming full circle in more ways than one, and Archie Rhind-Tutt joins us to talk about the restart of the Bundesliga. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Farce and fascism at the 1936 Olympics – Football Weekly special
May 15 2020
Recently, you may have heard us talking about the new Guardian podcast Forgotten Stories of Football – a place where you can hear some of the best football stories you’ve probably never heard before. And as the series is now live, we thought we would bring you the first episode: how Nazi bullying and controversial victories overshadowed Italy’s gold medal at the Berlin Games. Make sure to subscribe to Forgotten Stories of Football wherever you get your podcasts. Help support our independent jour...more
Blackburn's title memories and the threat to amateur football – Football Weekly Extra
May 14 2020
Max Rushden and Barry Glendenning talk to Michael Butler on and about the 25th anniversary Blackburn winning the Premier League, memories of the 1994-95 season and the pain of being unable to play football at grassroots level. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool's Istanbul miracle and the row in Scotland – Football Weekly
May 11 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning and Gregg Bakowski discuss Liverpool’s triumph in Istanbul, the half-time leavers, the second-half revival and wobbly legs on and off the pitch, while Ewan Murray updates us on all things Scotland. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Jacqui Oatley's career and Bundesliga returns – Football Weekly Extra
May 07 2020
Max Rushden and Barry Glendenning talk to Jacqui Oatley about the ups and downs of being the first woman to commentate on Match of the Day and her love of Wolves. Also, Archie Rhind-Tutt on the impending return of the Bundesliga. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Q&A and Detective Wilson – Football Weekly Extra Extra
May 05 2020
Max Rushden and Barry Glendenning answer a mailbag Q&A from Football Weekly listeners, there’s news of an argument over an egg and chapter seven of Detective Wilson. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Platini, pain and penalties: France v West Germany 1982 – Football Weekly
May 04 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Paul Doyle and Philippe Auclair discuss the Night of Seville, including Battiston v Schumacher, Michel Platini and the first World Cup penalty shootout. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Sid Lowe on Michael Robinson plus Euro confusion – Football Weekly Extra
Apr 30 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Sid Lowe on Ligue 1 stopping, La Liga restarting, Mauricio Pochettino’s late-night voice memos and the importance of Michael Robinson. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Manchester United v Arsenal rivalry revisited – Football Weekly
Apr 27 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and John Brewin discuss Manchester United 0-1 Arsenal from 2002, Sir Alex Ferguson v Arsène Wenger, legacies, tackles, Mark Venus, ‘Project Restart’ and Detective Wilson. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Inverting Jonathan Wilson, plus the Toon takeover tussle – Football Weekly Extra
Apr 23 2020
Max Rushden, Barry, Glendenning, and Jonathan Wilson discuss Roker Park, an Indian monastery, Jimmy Hill, how best-selling books come together, Amnesty International v the Public Investment Fund and Dolly Parton. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Remembering USA v Norway: the first Women's World Cup final – Football Weekly
Apr 20 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Suzy Wrack and Flo Lloyd-Hughes discuss the 1991 Fifa World Championship for Women’s Football for the M&Ms Cup final (no, seriously), the future of the women’s game, drive-in solutions and chapter five of Detective Wilson. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Lars Sivertsen, Newcastle and Scotland – Football Weekly Extra
Apr 16 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, and Lars Sivertsen discuss … Lars Sivertsen – growing up in Norway and becoming TV2’s Premier League correspondent at 24 – Newcastle going from frying pan to fire and a breakthrough in Scotland. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Italy v Brazil 1982: Paolo Rossi, samba skills and classic kits – Football Weekly
Apr 13 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and Jonathan Wilson discuss the 1982 World Cup meeting between Italy and Brazil, widely regarded as one of the best and most significant games of all time. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
How to restart the season and Raddy Antic's legacy – Football Weekly Extra
Apr 09 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Sid Lowe and Tariq Panja discuss seasons potentially restarting in Spain and Germany, the #PlayersTogether charity fund and Spurs limboing under a low bar. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The 1998 World Cup final and the riddle of Ronaldo – Football Weekly
Apr 06 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning and Lars Sivertsen discuss the 1998 World Cup final between Brazil and France, the Ronaldo situation, the obsession with footballers’ wages, changes in Ireland and chapter three of Detective Wilson. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Philippe Auclair on Fifa, Cantona and board games – Football Weekly Extra
Apr 02 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning and Philippe Auclair discuss Fifa and football governance, Philippe’s favourite sport, mushroom-collecting, juggling careers in music and football, furloughing and George Best. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The 1973 FA Cup final and The English Game – Football Weekly
Mar 30 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning and Jonathan Wilson discuss Sunderland v Leeds in the 1973 FA Cup final, the Belarusian Premier League, The English Game and chapter two of Detective Wilson. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Sid Lowe on Sid Lowe – Football Weekly Extra
Mar 26 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning and Sid Lowe discuss... Sid Lowe! Find out how Sid’s PhD on fascism is connected to his career path, how Estella is now less of a Get Out Of The House Free card than a week ago and how a boy from north London came to idolise Kenny Dalglish. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Hand of God revisited – Football Weekly
Mar 23 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn discuss Argentina vs England from Mexico ‘86, podcasting through a crisis, financial solutions for the Football League, stanchions vs net ripples and chapter one of Detective Wilson. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Football crisis, the A-League and Positivity Corner – Football Weekly Extra
Mar 19 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Jonathan Liew discuss Uefa’s latest announcements, a call for Premier League help down the pyramid, games which didn’t happen and are still happening, plus a new Positivity Corner. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Shutdowns, Fifa and dealing with a general lack of football – Football Weekly
Mar 16 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Flo Lloyd-Hughes discuss football in the time of Covid-19, Karren Brady’s suggestion, Phil Neville’s time running out, correspondents on lockdown and a prize pig. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Football and Covid-19, plus Ultras and the Champions League – Football Weekly Extra
Mar 12 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and James Montague discuss football’s response to Covid-19, European departures for Liverpool and Tottenham, PSG players’ life choices and lifting the lid on Ultras. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester derby, José slams Ndombele and Serie A latest – Football Weekly
Mar 09 2020
Max Rushden, Lars Sivertsen, Mark Langdon and Philippe Auclair discuss Manchester United’s double over their neighbours, Chelsea thumping Everton, José Mourinho’s comments on Tanguy Ndombele and we get the latest on Italy as Coronavirus threat deepens. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Dier straits, the FA Cup and coronavirus – Football Weekly Extra
Mar 05 2020
Max Rushden, Jonathan Wilson, Nick Ames and John Brewin discuss the most recent Eric to visit the stands uninvited, Liverpool’s extended wobble, Billy Gilmour’s past lives, a long overdue cup run for Newcastle and more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool's shock loss, more City silverware and German banners – Football Weekly
Mar 02 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and Kate Mason discuss the end of Liverpool’s unbeaten run, which colour Phil Foden will wear the next time he plays at Wembley, the race for fourth (and/or fifth) and a mixed clásico. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
City slickers and Gnabry's love of London – Football Weekly Extra
Feb 27 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Paul MacInnes and Lars Sivertsen on Guardiola: the master of surprise, the chasm between Chelsea and Bayern, the straight line speed of Aston Villa goalkeepers and Brummie boundaries. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
José's blues, boom Saka-laka and the Wilson Scenario – Football Weekly
Feb 24 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Barney Ronay discuss Frank Lampard’s changes, VAR inaction, Saka for England, the Wilson Scenario, Jota and cold, a Real Madrid crisis and whether there is anything that Erling Braut Haaland cannot do. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Atlético v Liverpool, City v Uefa and Deschamps v Cantona – Football Weekly Extra
Feb 20 2020
Faye Carruthers, Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Jonathan Liew discuss the value of an atmosphere, metaphorical guns, Norwegian teenagers, a self-defence low blow and Barça stealing candy from a baby. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester City's ban, the race for fifth and more – Football Weekly
Feb 17 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Flo Lloyd-Hughes discuss Manchester City’s ban from Europe, José Mourinho’s stink eye, Arsenal’s positive goal difference and explaining Rory Delap compilations. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Championship and a talk about mental health – Football Weekly Extra
Feb 13 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Archie Rhind-Tutt and George Elek discuss the topsy-turvy Leeds United story, Rooney’s impact at Derby, Moss v Gosling, and we have a frank discussion about mental health. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Blades cut loose, seven-goal thrillers and scheduled tweets – Football Weekly
Feb 10 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Lars Sivertsen discuss Sheffield United’s resilience, Carlo Ancelotti’s management style (or lack of), a windy day in the Championship, Samuel Umtiti’s alleged party antics and kebab news. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Trouble at Barcelona, FA Cup replays and more – Football Weekly Extra
Feb 06 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Will Unwin and Kate Mason discuss Liverpool’s kids winning, Jan Vertonghen looking sad, future reforms of the Premier League, helicopters and footballers going to nightclubs. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Spurs stun City as Liverpool march on and Neymar's costly flick – Football Weekly
Feb 03 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jacob Steinberg, and Flo Lloyd-Hughes look at the race between second, third and fourth, whether or not the grass is too long in Burnley and another Leeds loss. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Heroic Villans, Liverpool march on and transfer nonsense – Football Weekly Extra
Jan 30 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon and Lars Sivertsen discuss Liverpool and inevitable victories, a Manchester United victory in vain, Arsenal winning with youth and a lot of questions about Canada. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
FA Cup review, the Moyes Effect and a big result in Scotland – Football Weekly
Jan 27 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Faye Carruthers and Philippe Auclair look at the fourth round, Jürgen Klopp wanting a holiday, Newcastle’s proposed takeover, the Women’s FA Cup and Barcelona losing at Valencia. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester United's wheel and it all goes Pete Tong for Ibiza – Football Weekly Extra
Jan 23 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Mark Langdon discuss Arsenal snatching parity from the jaws of defeat, Solskjær on the brink, Everton’s latest possible collapse, Serie A and Michelin stars. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Mike Dean's 500, silly saves and when corner flags attack – Football Weekly
Jan 20 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and Flo Lloyd-Hughes discuss a big save at Carrow Road, Rashford’s woes, Pope v Pickford, Bonny v Clyde, flying corner flags and a Mike Dean milestone. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Quique Setién at Barça, Mata's magic and Love Island – Football Weekly Extra
Jan 16 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Jon Brodkin discuss Juan Mata’s slow march to a one-on-one, Christian Eriksen’s farewell tour, Harry Kane and England’s Euro inevitability, Love Island and Vera. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Runaway Reds, Agüero records and Barcelona – Football Weekly
Jan 13 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and Philippe Auclair discuss Liverpool’s continued dominance, Sergio Agüero breaking records, tackles late, hard or a combination of the two, Bielsa and AVB. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Cup crackers, brilliant Bielsa and the Saudi Supercopa – Football Weekly Extra
Jan 09 2020
Max Rushden, Lars Sivertsen, John Brewin and Nick Ames review the Carabao Cup semi-finals, Leeds’s impressive display against Arsenal, the FA Cup’s broadcast deal with gambling companies, the Spanish Supercopa in Saudi Arabia and the latest January transfer gossip. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
FA Cup fallout, French upsets and social media ups and downs – Football Weekly
Jan 06 2020
Max Rushden, Paul MacInnes, Jonathan Wilson, John Brewin discuss the fallout from the third round of the FA Cup, Solskjaer playing mean and a shock victory for amateur side JS Saint-Pierroise in the Coupe de France. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Arteta Effect, Mourinho's malaise and more – Football Weekly Extra
Jan 02 2020
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Elliot Ross discuss Mikel Arteta’s first win at Arsenal, Nigel Pearson getting the job done, the Moyes bounce, VAR taking and giving, plus a feast of glorious goals. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Arsenal fall flat, Liverpool march on and Old Firm history – Football Weekly
Dec 30 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Kate Mason and Ryan Hunn discuss Arsenal’s surprising/unsurprising capitulation against Chelsea, Liverpool win again, City stumbling again, Rangers changing history at Celtic Park and a nine-goal thriller in the Championship. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
A bad day for Foxes and Pardew back in the game – Football Weekly Extra
Dec 27 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Simon Burnton discuss the Boxing Day action in the Premier League and Football League, Alan Pardew’s new gig, transfer rumours and Barry’s life lessons from India. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
World champions Liverpool and Manchester City school Leicester - Football Weekly
Dec 23 2019
Max Rushden, Flo Lloyd-Hughes, Jonathan Wilson and Lars Sivertsen discuss Liverpool becoming champions of the world, more racist abuse, Watford’s vital win, vitriol towards AFTV and rodents tampering with VAR in France.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool’s busy 24 hours, manager moves and more – Football Weekly Extra
Dec 19 2019
Max Rushden, Jonathan Liew, Faye Carruthers and Nick Ames discuss Liverpool, Ancelotti and Arteta throw some surprises, the tyranny of Big Dunc, disappearing football stands and a familiar voice down the phone. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
De Bruyne the destroyer and Barça v Real Madrid preview - Football Weekly
Dec 16 2019
Max Rushden, Lars Sivertsen, Mark Langdon and Philippe Auclair discuss City sweeping Arsenal aside, Bournemouth continuing to be Chelsea’s bogey team, Duncan Ferguson’s treatment of Moise Kean and a preview of a very important El Clasico on Wednesday. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Premier League's Champions League stroll, Fifa, Kinder eggs and more – Football Weekly Extra
Dec 12 2019
Max Rushden, Philippe Auclair, Nicky Bandini and Jonathan Wilson discuss Salah’s precise finishing, Chelsea’s transfer targets, the unbearable dominance of the group stages, a Hungarian talent among others waiting to be scooped up by bigger boys and a home without Kinder eggs. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Duncan Ferguson lifts Everton gloom and Son goes solo – Football Weekly
Dec 09 2019
Max Rushden, John Brewin, Flo Lloyd-Hughes and George Elek discuss Solskjær’s derby advantage, Big Dunc’s energy, Son v Ronaldo, Liverpool and Leicester, WSL wondergoals and a one-sided cup final. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Magical Mané, flying Foxes and Watford worries – Football Weekly Extra
Dec 05 2019
Max Rushden, Simon Burnton, Philippe Auclair and Kate Mason discuss Sadio Mané, Mourinho’s long ball, Jesus scoring past Pope, Lampard v Terry, Eddie Howe’s choices and another update from Barry’s trip to India. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Hillsborough: the 30-year fight for justice – Football Weekly special
Dec 03 2019
In the latest pod, we spoke about this episode of the Guardian’s Today in Focus podcast that looked at the Hillsborough disaster, in which 96 Liverpool fans lost their lives. In light of the recent not guilty verdict delivered to David Duckenfield, David Conn speaks to Rachel Humphreys about the pursuit of justice by the families of the bereaved Originally aired: Monday 2 December. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
No new manager bounce at Arsenal as Liverpool march on – Football Weekly
Dec 02 2019
Max Rushden, Jonathan Wilson, Gregg Bakowski and Tim Stillman discuss a change of manager at Arsenal, Liverpool’s inexorable march and juggling homework with stopping Cristiano Ronaldo. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Dier straits, lethal Lewandowski and Monk v Clotet – Football Weekly Extra
Nov 28 2019
Max Rushden, Lars Sivertsen, John Brewin and Sam Diss discuss the sacrifice of Eric Dier, Lewandowski’s shooting boots, a prodigious Norwegian, Rihanna in Turin and the joy of blasting into an empty net. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The new Mou, Emery on the brink and a question of fish – Football Weekly
Nov 25 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and Jonathan Liew discuss Mourinho’s humility, a ding-dong at the Etihad, depleting patience at Arsenal, Everton and West Ham, Antonio Conte’s special advice and Fish Or Not A Fish?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Tottenham and Gareth Bale shake it up – Football Weekly Extra
Nov 21 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and George Elek discuss Pochettino, Mourinho and Spurs, Elis James’s Wales wonderland, Euro 2020 draw confusion and swapping Europa League for Barnsley. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
No sweat for England, Ronaldo's 99th and the WSL weekend – Football Weekly
Nov 18 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and John Brewin discuss England winning at a canter, Wales’s Hungarian shootout, Ireland’s Groundhog Day, debutants scoring goals and keepers hitting light fittings. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
England unrest, Bale v The World and tweeting – Football Weekly Extra
Nov 14 2019
Elis James, Barry Glendenning, Nick Ames and Ceylon Andi Hickman on the England camp bust-up, the latest on Gareth Bale, Northern Ireland’s outside chance and being people’s dads without it being weird. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool 3-1 Man City, Pulisic and a Cristiano Ronaldo strop – Football Weekly
Nov 11 2019
Faye Carruthers, Barry Glendenning, Marcus Christenson and Lars Sivertsen discuss Liverpool vs Man City, The Wilson Scenario, poaching Pulisic, Newcastle winning with a blunt edge and England’s women’s latest defeat. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Chelsea's manic draw with Ajax and Kyle Walker in goal – Football Weekly Extra
Nov 07 2019
Faye Carruthers, Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Philippe Auclair discuss Chelsea’s 4-4 draw with Ajax, Kyle Walker in goal, pinball goalmouth scrambles in Belgrade, another Brazilian wonderkid and the Lionesses return to Wembley. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Injury agony, Blades cutting through defences and Foxes – Football Weekly
Nov 04 2019
Faye Carruthers, Barry Glendenning, Gregg Bakowski and Lars Sivertsen discuss André Gomes’s injury, the tears of Son, successful dribblers, Sheffield United’s success, Leicester’s centre-backs and contact lenses. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Is Carabao Cup the world's best tournament? – Football Weekly Extra
Oct 31 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Marcus Bean discuss an extraordinary Anfield contest, Ole regaining control of the Manchester United wheel, Richard Keogh’s sacking, Colchester history and beans. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The magic number for Liverpool and Leicester, plus VAR – Football Weekly
Oct 28 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Faye Carruthers and Flo Lloyd-Hughes discuss Liverpool’s comeback victory over Spurs, Leicester’s record-breaking rout, the VAR high-bar being too low and Granada topping La Liga. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Champions League, rapid red cards and alligator attacks – Football Weekly Extra
Oct 24 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Musa Okwonga discuss Chelsea flying high in Amsterdam, Oxlade-Chamberlain’s worldy, rapid red cards, superstitions and very, very, very obvious handballs. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool's run ends, Lampardball and El Clásico chaos – Football Weekly
Oct 21 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Mark Langdon discuss Manchester United’s unexpected point against Liverpool, Sean Dyche vs referees, El Clásico suspended and favourite formations. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Euro 2020, Women's Champions League and Reading – Football Weekly Extra
Oct 17 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Faye Carruthers discuss Tyrone Mings’s starring role for England against Bulgaria, Ireland’s Groundhog Day, a Faroese player in Bristol and a Canadian ‘winless skid’. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
After the racism in Bulgaria, where do we go from here? – Football Weekly special
Oct 16 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay, Troy Townsend, Musa Okwonga, Elliot Ross and Kevin Miles come together to discuss the racist incidents during England’s 6-0 win in Bulgaria and to explore whether the response on and off the pitch is a watershed moment. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Euro 2020 updates, China's grand plan and Petr Cech on ice – Football Weekly
Oct 14 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Paul MacInnes discuss England’s defeat in Prague, Welsh consistency, Scotland wading through San Marino, Euro 2020 permutations and, er, a reality Cech. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Euro 2020, Next Generation and the lure of Guildford – Football Weekly Extra
Oct 10 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Marcus Christenson discuss the security of Harry Kane’s starting berth, Wales’s testing time, mass departures in the Football League and Phil Neville making unforced errors in press conferences … again. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester misery, Figo in Guildford and lads, it's Tottenham – Football Weekly
Oct 07 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Barney Ronay discuss crises abound at Spurs, Everton and both Manchester clubs, while Sid Lowe and Nicky Bandini are on the line to talk La Liga and Serie A. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Tottenham's tonking and the future of the game – Football Weekly Extra
Oct 03 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and John Nicholson on Bayern’s rout of Spurs, Liverpool’s complacency, Phil Foden’s badge-pointing and the existential battle for the future of the people’s game. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Flying Foxes, hopeless Hornets and a kit clash postponement – Football Weekly
Sep 30 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Tim Stillman discuss Leicester’s big win, Liverpool’s little win, Chelsea’s clean sheet, Watford’s underlying numbers, Kasper Dolberg’s watch and Cefn Druids’ kit. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Carabao Cup shocks and the death of Sahar Khodayari – Football Weekly Extra
Sep 26 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Paul MacInnes and Marcus Bean on the latest lurch south by Spurs, Pep Guardiola’s response to the Bernardo Silva incident, young players, debutants and the devastating case of ‘Blue Girl’. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool's joy of six, United adrift and a leaping policeman – Football Weekly
Sep 23 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Nick Ames discuss Liverpool’s 100% record continuing at Chelsea, defeats for Spurs and Solskjær, Manchester City putting 8 (eight) past Watford and a policeman forgetting where he was. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The return of the Champions League – Football Weekly Extra
Sep 19 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Faye Carruthers and Philippe Auclair discuss action in the Champions League group stage as three of the four English teams stumbled, plus a rugby XV of current and former players. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester City and the perils of playing out from the back – Football Weekly
Sep 16 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Sean Ingle and John Brewin discuss a shock at Carrow Road, more Arsenal defensive woes, a Seedorf scores in Scotland, a 16-year-old scores for Barcelona and Daniel Farke lookalikes. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
England and Kosovo thrill, Scotland slump and Marvin Sordell – Football Weekly Extra
Sep 12 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Marvin Sordell discuss England’s 5-3 win, trouble north of the border, Northern Ireland’s stoicism in defeat and Marvin’s decision to retire at the age of 28. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Harry Kane moves up the charts, Bendtner-mania and more – Football Weekly
Sep 09 2019
Max Rushden, Jonathan Wilson, Mark Langdon and Suzy Wrack discuss England’s 4-0 win over Bulgaria, Ryan Giggs in trouble even as Wales win, a big test for Northern Ireland, Bendtner-mania and a manager quitting out of boredom. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Euro 2020 qualifiers, Inter Ultras and Phil Neville – Football Weekly Extra
Sep 05 2019
Faye Carruthers, Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Will Unwin discuss the international break, Giggs in trouble, the return of women’s club football, Inter’s Ultras tell Romelu Lukaku what is and isn’t racism and Phil Neville’s confusing public image. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Arsenal v Spurs analysis, dives, Bakery Jatta and more – Football Weekly
Sep 02 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Barney Ronay discuss a scrappy, shambling north London derby, top six stumbles, the difference between two English dives, a curious case of dubious identity in Germany and The Wilson Scenario. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Bury, Carabao upsets and the Alexis Sánchez mystery – Football Weekly Extra
Aug 29 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Paul MacInnes and Michael Butler discuss the expulsion of Bury from the Football League, midweek fun between second XIs, Chris Smalling and innovative Carabao Cup draw ideas. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool lord it, Spurs shocked and Barnes bangers – Football Weekly
Aug 26 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Tim Stillman discuss defeats for Tottenham and Manchester United, Ashley and Harvey Barnes on target, goals galore on the continent and a new crime novel seeking publishers. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Penalty palaver, Neymar and strife at Bolton and Bury – Football Weekly Extra
Aug 22 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Philippe Auclair discuss penalty rock-paper-scissors, strife at Bury and Bolton, the return of Serie A, Neymar’s movements and breaking news from the Netherlands. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Handballs, the Pukki Party and La Liga starts with a bang – Football Weekly
Aug 19 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Faye Carruthers and Paul MacInnes discuss the late VAR drama at the Etihad, Teemu Pukki being in contention for the Golden Boot and dramatic opening weekends in La Liga and the Bundesliga. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Clujless Celtic, Super Cup heroes and big Euro previews – Football Weekly Extra
Aug 15 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jacob Steinberg and Marcus Bean discuss the Champions League, Super Cup, Carabao Cup, racism in youth football, the aftermath of a playing career and some European league previews. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Big guns off to a flyer in Premier League amid VAR confusion – Football Weekly
Aug 12 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Faye Carruthers and John Brewin discuss Manchester United’s 4-0 win over Chelsea, VAR’s first weekend in the Premier League, big wins for Brighton and Burnley and. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Premier League preview, Iwobi at Everton and image rights – Football Weekly Extra
Aug 08 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Lars Sivertsen discuss the Premier League season ahead, Alex Iwobi’s shock move to Everton, Wayne Rooney’s suspicious squad number, image rights and water balloon partners. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The big kick-off, English centre-backs and Crusty – Football Weekly
Aug 05 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Mark Langdon discuss the Community Shield, Harry Maguire and the centre-back daisy chain, Nicolas Pépé, the return of the Football League and Crusty the Pie. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
While we're away … listen to Barry on The Spin
Jul 29 2019
Barry Glendenning is still stuck in the studio. While the rest of the Football Weekly squad are on holiday, he’s been guesting on The Guardian’s new cricket podcast The Spin. So if you can’t wait for Max, Barry and co to return with all the new season’s action, why not try a different ball game? Subscribe to The Spin now, just in time for the Ashes, which begins on 1 August with the first Test between England and Australia at Edgbaston. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/...more
Joy for Rapinoe and co, a 'nonsense' loss for England and Lionel Messi – Football Weekly
Jul 08 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Tim Stillman discuss the USA’s World Cup final glory and White House hopes, England ‘nonsense’ loss against Sweden ( according to Phil Neville), and Lionel Messi’s claims of “corruption’ at the Copa América. And the pod is off on its holidays...we’ll send you a postcard. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
England's heartache, USA v Netherlands and Frank Lampard – Football Weekly Extra
Jul 04 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Chris Paouros discuss the Women’s World Cup semi-finals, the Copa América, Gold Cup, Afcon, Frank Lampard returning to Chelsea and Batman. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
England v USA, the Copa América and Afcon 2019 – Football Weekly
Jul 01 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Tim Stillman discuss England’s inexorable march to World Cup glory, the USA ‘spygate’ episode, Luis Suárez’s tears, the back streets of Alexandria and Elton John. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Handballs, Toon troubles and multiple Adama Traorés – Football Weekly Extra
Jun 26 2019
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Chris Paouros discuss the Women’s World Cup last 16, Rafa Benítez’s Newcastle departure, Frank Lampard’s talks with Chelsea, Copa América and Afcon. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod