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Football Weekly
Football Weekly is going daily for the Euros. Get in-depth analysis, tackle the important issues on and off the pitch, and rejoice - or commiserate - with Max, Barry and special guests from across Europe
Episodes
De Bruyne dazzles and Denmark rises for Eriksen – Euro 2020 Football Daily
Jun 17 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Natasha Henry, Nick Ames, Mark Langdon and Barry Glendenning to discuss Belgium’s game of two halves against Denmark, and the Netherlands’ easy win overAustria. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Wales devour Turkey and Italy storm into last 16 – Euro 2020 Football Daily
Jun 16 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Lars Sivertsen to discuss the latest action in Group A & B at Euro 2020.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
France hold off Germany and Ronaldo breaks another record – Euro 2020 Football Daily
Jun 16 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Simon Burnton to discuss the opening Group F games. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Scotland left feeling Schick, and a parrot – Euro 2020 Football Daily
Jun 14 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jim Burke, Jacob Steinberg and Ewan Murray to discuss Scotland’s 2-0 defeat to Czech Republic. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Southgate’s England gain revenge on tired Croatia – Euro 2020 Football Daily
Jun 13 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Jonathan Wilson, Paul Macinnes and Barney Ronay to discuss England’s opening game win in the Euros.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
A harrowing day in Copenhagen – Euro 2020 Football Daily
Jun 13 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Lars Sivertsen to discuss the events at Parken Stadium as Christian Eriksen fought for his life after collapsing during Denmark’s Euro 2020 game with Finland.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Italy kick off in style and Bale leads Wales in Baku – Euro 2020 Football Daily
Jun 11 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Jonathan Liew and Ed Aarons to discuss the opening game of Euro 2020.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Euro 2020 countdown and the big Spurs search – Football Weekly Extra
Jun 10 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Marcus Bean, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan, Mark Langdon and Sid Lowe to discuss the strongest Euro 2020 squads, Spain’s Covid outbreak and the potential of Paulo Fonseca taking over at Spurs. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Your ultimate Euro 2020 preview – Football Weekly
Jun 08 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Nicky Bandini, Lars Sivertsen, John Brewin and Marcus Christenson to preview every team at Euro 2020. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Southgate selections, booing and Euro 2020 ones to watch – Football Weekly
Jun 07 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Jonathan Wilson, Jacob Steinberg and Jonathan Fadugba to discuss England, Wales and Scotland’s final friendlies before the Euros, booing of the taking the knee and the National League play-offs. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
England, Alexander-Arnold and a familiar problem – Football Weekly
Jun 03 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Ewan Murray, Ben Fisher and Philippe Auclair to discuss the midweek international friendlies. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
England’s squad selected and arrivederci Ancelotti – Football Weekly
Jun 02 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Flo Lloyd-Hughes, Jonathan Wilson and Andy Hunter to discuss the England squad, Ancelotti’s departure from Everton, the Copa America in turmoil and more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Chelsea rule Europe again and who will make England cut? – Football Weekly
May 31 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew and Barney Ronay to discuss Chelsea’s big win in Porto, Gareth Southgate’s squad trimming and the European managerial merry-go-round. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Victorious Villarreal and Southgate’s selection struggles – Football Weekly Extra
May 27 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Anne-Marie Batson, Ben Fisher and Archie Rhind-Tutt to reflect on the Europa League final, England’s provisional Euro 2020 squad and to preview a big weekend. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Glory for Atlético and Lille and sweet relief for Juventus – Football Weekly
May 25 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sid Lowe, Nicky Bandini, Lars Sivertsen and Philippe Auclair to discuss the final days of the season in Spain, Italy, France and Germany. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Leicester miss out again as City bid farewell to Agüero – Football Weekly
May 24 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Philippe Auclair to discuss the last day in the Premier League season. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool hit their stride as Kane takes the long walk – Football Weekly Extra
May 20 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Mark Langdon to discuss the midweek Premier League games. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Chelsea close on top-four spot and Roy Hodgson retires – Football Weekly
May 19 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan and Richard Jolly to discuss the midweek Premier League fixtures, Harry Kane’s potential transfer and Roy Hodgson’s retirement. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Double despair for Chelsea and Alisson wonderland – Football Weekly
May 17 2021
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson, Flo Lloyd-Hughes and Suzy Wrack discuss Leicester City winning the FA Cup for the first time, Barcelona demolishing Chelsea in the Women’s Champions League final, Alisson scoring for Liverpool and a surprising tangent about Lincoln. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester City’s title and the race for the top four – Football Weekly Extra
May 13 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew and Clive Tyldesley to discuss Man City’s third league title in four years. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
La Liga drama, relentless Lille and Pirlo’s perilous position – Football Weekly
May 11 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Philippe Auclair and Sid Lowe for a roundup of the major stories in La Liga, Serie A and Ligue 1. Plus the introduction of brand new feature Barry’s Bundesliga Bulletin. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Chelsea joy in WSL and Premier League and EFL ups and downs – Football Weekly
May 10 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and John Brewin to discuss the latest Premier League, EFL and WSL action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Chelsea make it a full English, plus ups and downs – Football Weekly Extra
May 06 2021
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Fadugba, Lars Sivertsen and Sid Lowe reflect on Chelsea’s all-too-easy win over Real Madrid, the upcoming Premier League games and the National League state of play. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
PSG’s schooling by City and the Guardian turns 200 – Football Weekly
May 05 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Paul Doyle to discuss Manchester City’s triumph over PSG. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester United fan protests, Bale brilliance and more – Football Weekly
May 03 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Faye Carruthers and Jamie Jackson to discuss events at Old Trafford and more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester City’s Paris knees-up and fan power – Football Weekly Extra
Apr 29 2021
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan and Philippe Auclair discuss Manchester City’s win in Paris, and Kevin Miles from the FSA joins to discuss the ESL, fan power and the social media boycott. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Champions League latest and Posh champagne on ice – Football Weekly
Apr 28 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay, Simon Burnton and Ben Fisher to discuss Chelsea’s score draw against Real Madrid and Arsenal takeover rumours. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester City’s awesome League Cup foursome – Football Weekly
Apr 26 2021
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Nicky Bandini discuss City’s fourth consecutive League Cup victory, Chelsea’s win at West Ham and a memorable afternoon for St Johnstone keeper Zander Clark. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Super League: what happens now? Plus a trip to Orient – Football Weekly Extra
Apr 22 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Flo Lloyd-Hughes, Sid Lowe, Nicky Bandini and Nick Ames to discuss the dramatic collapse of the breakaway proposals. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The European Super League hangover – Football Weekly
Apr 20 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew, Archie Rhind-Tutt and Mike Calvin to discuss the fallout from the ESL proposals, and the view from Germany. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The European Super League, plus Mourinho axed – Football Weekly
Apr 19 2021
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson, Marcus Bean and Sean Ingle discuss the proposed ESL, the end of José Mourinho’s tenure as Spurs manager and the weekend’s Premier League and FA Cup games. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Fantastic Foden, limp Liverpool and the Kudela verdict – Football Weekly Extra
Apr 15 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon and Nicky Bandini to discuss the final round of Champions League quarter final fixtures. Plus we hear from Suzanne Wrack on 10 years of the WSL and Troy Townsend on Slavia Prague player Ondrej Kudela’s 10-match ban for racism. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Tuchel’s Chelsea and Pochettino’s PSG make Champions League progress – Football Weekly
Apr 14 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Lars Sivertsen to discuss the Champions League quarter-final second-legs as Chelsea take on Porto and PSG face Bayern Munich. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Bielsa pips Pep as United beat City, plus using xG in Scrabble – Football Weekly
Apr 12 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Barney Ronay to discuss Leeds’ win at Manchester City and the race for the top four. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Magical Mbappé and marvellous Mount – Football Weekly Extra
Apr 08 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan, Jacob Steinberg and Archie Rhind-Tutt to discuss the Champions League quarter-finals, preview the Premier League action and talk takeovers. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Liverpool floored in Madrid, Dortmund denied at City – Football Weekly
Apr 07 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sid Lowe, John Brewin and Flo Lloyd-Hughes to discuss Tuesday’s Champions League games. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Lille lead PSG in title race and Valencia walk off for Diakhaby – Football Weekly
Apr 05 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair, Lars Sivertsen and Sid Lowe to discuss the Easter weekend action in the Premier League and Europe. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
North Macedonia leave Germany reeling – Football Weekly Extra
Apr 01 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Ed Aarons and Natasha Henry to discuss the midweek internationals. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Sergio Agüero's City legacy and your questions answered – Football Weekly
Mar 30 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Lars Sivertsen to discuss Sergio Agüero’s decision to call time on his Manchester City career and to answer listeners’ questions. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Luxembourg stun Ireland, Ronaldo sulks and England win – Football Weekly
Mar 29 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Fadugba and Mark Langdon to discuss the latest round of World Cup qualifiers featuring England’s comfortable win over Albania, Republic of Ireland’s defeat by Luxembourg and a point for Scotland against Israel. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
World Cup qualifiers and the WSL broadcast deal – Football Weekly Extra
Mar 26 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Suzy Wrack and Faye Carruthers to round up the first games in European World Cup qualifying, the Women’s Champions League and the WSL broadcast deal. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The climate crisis and football – Football Weekly special
Mar 23 2021
Max Rushden and Barry Glendenning are joined for a football and climate crisis special edition by David Goldblatt – author of The Age of Football – the global game in the 21st century, Ollie Hayes of the Sustainababble podcast, and Dale Vince, founder of Ecotricity and chairman of Forest Green Rovers, recognised by Fifa and the UN as the world’s greenest club. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
FA Cup quarter-final cruises and a new low for Newcastle – Football Weekly
Mar 22 2021
Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Marcus Bean and Jonathan Wilson discuss the FA Cup quarter-finals, Newcastle’s collapse at Brighton, alleged racist remarks against Rangers midfielder Glen Kamara and the Champions League draw. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The Sheldon report, Champions League and more – Football Weekly Extra
Mar 18 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan, Ben Fisher, Anne-Marie Batson and David Conn to discuss the report into sexual abuse in football, midweek action in Europe and the latest EFL news. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Manchester City march on, Black Cats lift Wembley curse – Football Weekly
Mar 17 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and Jonathan Wilson to discuss the Champions League and the Papa John’s Trophy. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
North London derby drama and a new era at Sheffield United – Football Weekly
Mar 15 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Lars Sivertsen to discuss the north London derby and Sheffield United without Chris Wilder. Plus: Greg Wood on the crisis at Football Index. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
The end of Champions League's Messi and Ronaldo era? – Football Weekly
Mar 11 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew and Mark Langdon for a roundup of the Champions League games. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Madrid derby, Der Klassiker and what next for Barcelona? – Football Weekly
Mar 09 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Lars Sivertsen, Sid Lowe and Nicky Bandini for a Euro football roundup. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Rangers revelry, the Manchester derby, CAF and haircuts – Football Weekly
Mar 08 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Jonathan Wilson, Ed Aarons, Marcus Bean and Ewan Murray to discuss the Manchester derby, Liverpool’s sixth consecutive home defeat and Rangers winning the Scottish Premiership. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Chelsea pile pain on Liverpool, plus Barça drama – Football Weekly Extra
Mar 05 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Jacob Steinberg to reflect on the latest midweek Premier League games, while Sid Lowe joins to update us on an eventful week for Barcelona. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Zebras in the mist and Canaries close on promotion – Football Weekly
Mar 04 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Ben Fisher and Flo Lloyd-Hughes to review the midweek Premier League and EFL action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Gareth Bale is back, Arsenal impress and Glenn Roeder tributes – Football Weekly
Mar 01 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan and Jonathan Wilson to review the weekend’s Premier League action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Lennon quits Celtic and Guardiola gets his coat – Football Weekly Extra
Feb 25 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew, Ewan Murray and Jacqui Oatley to review this week’s Champions League games, tackle a host of questions that have never been asked before and talk coats. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Has Fifa really changed? – Football Weekly Special, part two
Feb 24 2021
We’ve teamed up with our friends at Josimar to take a closer look at Fifa. In this episode Max Rushden is joined by Philippe Auclair and Shaka Hislop to discuss Fifa’s involvement in the election and suspension of William Wallace, the former head of the FA in Trinidad and Tobago. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Are Everton currently the best team on Merseyside? – Football Weekly
Feb 22 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon and Barney Ronay to discuss Everton’s win at Anfield and West Ham’s top-four tilt. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Is this Pep Guardiola’s best Manchester City side? – Football Weekly Extra
Feb 18 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and John Brewin to round up the midweek action and heap praise on Erling Haaland. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Mbappé humiliates Barça and Liverpool all smiles again – Football Weekly
Feb 17 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair, Sid Lowe and Andy Hunter to review Tuesday’s Champions League games. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Are Leicester City Premier League title contenders? – Football Weekly
Feb 15 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Anne-Marie Batson and Jonathan Wilson to discuss the latest round of Premier League fixtures including a 3-1 win for Leicester City over Liverpool that Jürgen Klopp admitted ended his side’s title hopes. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Everton's FA Cup thriller and EFL news – Football Weekly Extra
Feb 11 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jordan Jarrett Bryan and Ben Fisher to discuss the FA Cup, the Championship, EFL salary caps and the continuing problem with racial abuse of players on social media. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Messi's contract, over 30s and Der Hinteregger Song - Football Weekly
Feb 09 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sid Lowe, Nicky Bandini and Archie Rhind-Tutt to discuss Lionel Messi’s contract, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Cristiano Ronaldo scoring hundreds of goals over the age of 30, Bayern Munich making it the Fifa Club World Cup final following a delay and Der Hinteregger-Song at Eintracht Frankfurt. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Foden flays Liverpool and Chelsea stunned in WSL – Football Weekly
Feb 08 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Faye Carruthers to review the weekend’s games. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Premier League away-days, that 9-0 and rule changes – Football Weekly Extra
Feb 04 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Liew and John Brewin to review the midweek action, VAR and broadcasting. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Has Fifa really changed? – Football Weekly Special
Feb 03 2021
We’ve teamed up with our friends at Josimar to take a closer look at Fifa. In this episode, Max Rushden is joined by Philippe Auclair and Tariq Panja for an interview with Miguel Maduro, a former chair of the organisation’s governance committee, about his time under Gianni Infantino. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Being Spursy, new Newcastle plus racism on social media – Football Weekly
Feb 01 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Marcus Bean and Jonathan Wilson to discuss a full slate of Premier League fixtures, plus Troy Townsend talks about a number of racist attacks on players in the last week. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Blades stunner 2021. Plus Tuchel at Chelsea – Football Weekly Extra
Jan 28 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Natasha Henry, Paul MacInnes and Lars Sivertsen to review the midweek Premier League action, including Thomas Tuchel’s first Chelsea game and Burnley’s xG-defying win. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
City slickers, happy Hammers and Barcelona bother – Football Weekly
Jan 27 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Barney Ronay, Nick Ames, Mark Langdon and Sid Lowe to discuss the latest Premier League and FA Cup action, Thomas Tuchel’s Chelsea arrival and whether Barça are really bankrupt. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
Lampard sacked, FA Cup drama and National League chaos – Football Weekly
Jan 25 2021
Max Rushden is joined by Jacob Steinberg, Flo Lloyd-Hughes and Rory Smith to discuss Chelsea’s decision to sack Frank Lampard and round up the latest FA Cup fourth-round action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod
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