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On the day Wales name their 23-player squad for this summers Euros, Football Daily brings you the first episode of a brand new series – ‘Iconic: The Rise of the Women in Red’, with Wales' most capped player Jess Fishlock. After a 50-year ban on women playing football, Wales don’t have an official team until a pivotal meeting with the FAW in the early 1990’s. But even then, the players face playing in handed down, oversized men’s kit and being led by part-time. Subscribe to the series on BBC Sounds now for more episodes – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m0023mz7.

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

Sir Kenny Dalglish, Chris Sutton and Alan Shearer are among the guests as Kelly Cates looks back on Blackburn's famous title win in 1995. Midfielder Mark Atkins explains how the club was rejuvenated by owner Jack Walker's investment, while Rob Coar, then club chairman, gives the view from the boardroom. And is it fair to say the club bought the title? Football finance expert Kieran Maguire goes through the figures.[This is re-versioned episode from the Football Daily’s archive. It was first published on the 26th March 2025]

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2025

Katie Smith, Karen Bardsley and Vicki Sparks react to interviews with the Lionesses ahead of UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 as England prepare to defend their crown.INTERVIEWS 04:10 Lauren James & Lucy Bronze, 13:05 Keira Walsh & Grace Clinton, 19:25 Lauren Hemp & Niamh Charles,BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Wed 2000 England v Germany in UEFA U21 Championship.

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

In June 2004, José Mourinho made headlines around the world by claiming ‘I think I’m a special one’ at his unveiling as Chelsea manager. Just under a year later, he lifted the Premier League trophy for the first time, delivering Chelsea their first league title in 50 years. Robert Huth was part of the Chelsea defence that conceded only 15 goals in the league that season – and he joins Mark Chapman, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith 20 years later to reflect on an incredible achievement. They look back on Jose Mourinho’s management style – what was it like to be coached by him? Can he be credited with bringing the 4-3-3 to English football? Hear from midfielder Claude Makélélé on his role within the team and from Sir Alex Ferguson on his rivalry with José Mourinho. [This is re-versioned episode from the Football Daily’s archive. It was first published on the 26th April 2025]They also discuss what nearly became a domestic treble for Mourinho in his first year in English football, and remember one of the Premier League’s most memorable seasons.

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

NFL legend and Burnley co-owner J.J. Watt chats to Mark Chapman. They discuss everything from bench pressing with the Burnley players to the uncertainty of the NFL draft. Watt opens up on why he decided to invest in Burnley – and why once he did so, he was determined to win over the fans, just when he did after moving to Houston as an American footballer. They also discuss goalkeeper James Trafford, the difference between sports that do and do not have relegation and the contrasting schedule between the NFL and the EFL.[First TX on the Football Daily - 19.03.2025]

Transcribed - Published: 15 June 2025

Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Pat Nevin, Julien Laurens & Conor McNamara live in Miami. Also hear from Auckland City striker Angus Kilkolly on the day jobs the Auckland squad are taking time off from.00:35 What’s it like in Miami right now? 02:15 How are the guys feeling about it? 05:40 How seriously will clubs take it? 07:20 Is this a tournament too far? 09:35 What will FIFA be hoping for? 14:55 Are the best teams at the Club World Cup? 16:40 Who is the favourite? 21:15 Players to be announced onto the pitch one-by-one 24:25 What about the smaller teams? 27:35 Auckland City players have day jobs! 31:20 Who should Man Utd fans support? 33:05 What will make this tournament a success?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sun 1700 England v Slovenia in UEFA U21 Championship, Wed 2000 England v Germany in UEFA U21 Championship.

Transcribed - Published: 14 June 2025

The best bits as John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language.WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to [email protected] Live show tickets: crossedwires.live/fringeBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sun 2000 England U21 v Slovenia U21, Wed 2000 England U21 v Germany U21.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Put it in the mixer, Towering header, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

An emergency podcast is pulled together as Tottenham Hotspur confirm former Brentford manager Thomas Frank as their new head coach.Eleanor Oldroyd presents reaction to the news with Football Correspondent John Murray and former England defender Stephen Warnock. Brentford fan Craig Tillyer from the Ealing Road Podcast also joins.TIMECODES: 00:38 - Spurs act quickly to confirm Thomas Frank 06:30 - Will Tottenham players and supporters be excited by the news? 09:52 - What next for Brentford?COMMENTARIES: Sunday 15 June - 17:00 - England v Slovenia in the group stage of the UEFA Under-21 Euros

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

We’re delving into the Football Daily archives for this episode as Steve Crossman, Guillem Balagué, Raphael Honigstein & Kristof Terreur argue, debate and (eventually) pick the Euro Leagues’ ultimate Champions League XI before the Champions League Final between Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain back in 2020. Iker Casillas or Edwin van der Sar, Robert Lewandowski or Diego Milito – who makes it into the coveted starting line-up?

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

Mark Chapman and Rory Smith continue the countdown to the 2026 World Cup. Nico Cantor of CBS Sports joins to gauge the mood in America as pressure mounts on Mauricio Pochettino.South American football expert Tim Vickery gives the lowdown on Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay, as well as the other South American nations vying for a place at the World Cup.Also hear from Indonesian football expert Andy Fuller, and former DR Congo international Gabriel Zakuani.Timecodes: 00:25 Pressure on Pochettino & USMNT 12:40 Argentine coaches at the WC 16:05 “Unmissable” CONMEBOL qualification 20:25 Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay 26:30 Football in Indonesia 33:10 DR Congo top CAF GroupBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Thu 2000 Czech Republic v England in UEFA U21 Championship, Sun 1700 England v Slovenia in UEFA U21 Championship.

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025

Kelly Somers has reaction to Thomas Tuchel’s first defeat as England boss. She’s joined by Leon Osman, Michael Brown and senior reporter Ian Dennis. Also hear from Thomas Tuchel, Harry Kane, Morgan Gibbs-White and Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly.INTERVIEWS 12:00 Thomas Tuchel 17:10 Harry Kane 22:30 Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly 25:10 Morgan Gibbs-WhiteBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Thu 2000 Czech Republic v England in UEFA U21 Championship, Sun 1700 England v Slovenia in UEFA U21 Championship.

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

Hear from Thomas Tuchel and Bukayo Saka ahead of England’s friendly against Senegal. Correspondent John Murray is joined by Senior Football Reporter Ian Dennis and The Telegraph’s Mike McGrath to discuss all ahead of England’s second match of the international break. Have we seen Tuchel implement his style yet? When will it take full effect? How important are these matches in the run up to next summer’s World Cup?05.02 – Thomas Tuchel 18.58 – Bukayo SakaBBC Sounds/5 Live commentaries this weekMonday – 19:45 on 5 Live – Belgium v Wales – World Cup Qualifying Tuesday – 19:45 on 5 Live – England v Senegal – International Friendly

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

Kelly Cates is joined by The i Paper's chief football writer Daniel Storey, Sports economist Victor A. Matheson & football finance expert Kieran Maguire, as they delve into the rising number of American owners across British football. It's 20 years since the Glazer family’s highly-controversial and highly-leveraged takeover of Manchester United. Throughout those two decades, the Glazers have been the prime target of fan protests with “Glazers out” still ringing around Old Trafford. So over the course of this episode you’ll hear why US investors are obsessed with British football, and how real are the concerns that US owners could collude to “Americanise” the traditions of English football from the removal of promotion and relegation to moving matches overseas and relocating clubs to other cities.

Transcribed - Published: 8 June 2025

Maz Farookhi hosts reaction to England’s underwhelming 1-0 win vs Andorra at Espanyol Stadium that makes it 3 wins from 3 in World Cup Qualifying. She’s joined by former England goalkeeper Rob Green, former Manchester City and Tottenham midfielder Michael Brown, senior reporter Ian Dennis and correspondent John Murray. Also hear from England’s Morgan Rogers, Noni Madueke and manager Thomas Tuchel.15:26: Morgan Rogers 18:06: Noni Madueke 22:48: Thomas TuchelBBC Sounds/5 Live commentaries this weekMonday – 19:45 on 5 Live – Belgium v Wales – World Cup Qualifying Tuesday – 19:45 on 5 Live – England v Senegal – International Friendly

Transcribed - Published: 7 June 2025

A 1-0 win over Manchester United in Bilbao brought Spurs a first major trophy for 17 years, but that wasn’t enough for ‘Big Ange’ to keep his place in the dugout. James Gregg is joined by BBC Sport’s Senior Football Correspondent Sami Mokbel, 5 Live’s Senior Football Reporter Ian Dennis, former Spurs midfielder Michael Brown & Flav from the ‘Fighting Cock Podcast’ as they react to Postecoglou’s roller coaster of a tenure, and who’s in the running as a possible replacement?

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They look ahead to Andorra v England with John & Ian in Barcelona for the match. John gets celebrity spotted. The guys have their say on the dazzling new Premier League ball. Will the biscuit vs cookie debate reach a conclusion? Plus more Glossary chat and Ali gets a guard of honour in Clash of the Commentators.WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to [email protected] Live show tickets: crossedwires.live/fringe 01:00 John & Ian in Barcelona for Andorra v England 04:35 Interviewing Ivan Toney & Trevoh Chalobah 08:25 How much do the media mingle? 11:30 Biscuit/cookie gate 14:00 Champions League Final reflections 17:35 John gets celebrity spotted… 20:55 New ball for Premier League revealed 24:35 Reminder of the BIG NEWS 31:40 Ali gets Clash of the Commentators guard of honour 41:45 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 53:50 Season finale musical masterpieceBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat 1700 Andorra v England in World Cup Qualifying, Tue 1945 England v Senegal in Friendly.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Put it in the mixer, Towering header, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Balagué and Mina Rzouki. They reflect on PSG winning their first Champions League. What next for Inter after Simone Inzaghi leaves? The panel have their say on the latest transfer moves. Could Crystal Palace’s Europa League place be in jeopardy? And the gang give their moments, signings and players of the season.02:25 Champions League Final reflections 18:35 Is Luis Enrique destined for the Premier League? 26:05 Simone Inzaghi has already left Inter 31:55 Could Cesc Fabregas replace him? 36:05 Transfers – Reijnders, Cherki & Luis Díaz 41:00 Crystal Palace European place in jeopardy? 46:55 Moments, signings and players of the seasonBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat 1700 Andorra v England in World Cup Qualifying, Tue 1945 England v Senegal in Friendly.

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Ellen White, Steph Houghton and Vicki Sparks. They react to Sarina Wiegman’s England squad announcement ahead of UEFA Women's Euro 2025. Hear from the England head coach and defender Esme Morgan joins the pod LIVE.01:35 Who’s in and who’s out? 07:20 Sarina Wiegman explains her decisions 11:05 England defender Esme Morgan LIVE 20:50 England’s squad culture 28:55 Lauren James worth taking 30:30 ‘No crisis’ despite notable absentees 32:40 Wendie Renard doesn’t make France squad 33:55 Ellen & Steph’s England XIs 35:15 Will Hannah Hampton be under pressure?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat 1700 Andorra v England Men in World Cup Qualifying, Tue 1945 England Men v Senegal in Friendly.

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

Hear from inside the England camp as Ivan Toney and Trevoh Chalobah try to impress manager Thomas Tuchel.Senior Football Reporter Ian Dennis hosts discussion around the latest squad to face Andorra in a World Cup qualifier and Senegal in a friendly.He is joined by Football Correspondent John Murray and Rob Draper from The Observer.TIMECODES: 00:33 - England's training base in Catalunya 04:00 - Tuchel's England intentions 07:55 - Ivan Toney 16:10 - Trevoh Chalobah 21:20 - Other England defenders 23:35 - Lee Carsley's new contract as Under-21 bossCOMMENTARIES: Saturday 7th June - 1700 - Andorra v England in the World Cup qualifiers - BBC Radio 5Live Tuesday 10th June - 2000 - England v Senegal in an international friendly - BBC Radio 5Live

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

Ellen White and Ben Haines are joined by former England number one Karen Bardsley and react to the news that Fran Kirby has announced her retirement from international football with immediate effect, just days after goalkeeper Mary Earps also retired from international football before England attempt to defend their Euros title. Ellen shares her memories of playing with Fran and Karen reflects on her impact both on and off the pitch.The team also react to the Lionesses failing to reach the semi-finals of the Women's Nations League with a 2-1 defeat by group winners Spain, a game in which substitute Claudia Pina showed her class.They also look ahead to Thursday 5th June when Sarina Wiegman will name her final 23-player squad for the tournament this summer. Who are the players giving her biggest headaches and will she take a gamble on Lauren James?TIMECODES: 1:10 - Fran Kirby announces her international retirement with immediate effect. 3:20 - Ellen White and Karen Bardsley react to Kirby calling time on her international career. 16:30 - Reaction to the Lionesses 2-1 defeat to Spain in the Women’s Nations League. 23:35 - The competition to start at number 9 between Alessia Russo and Aggie Beever-Jones. 25:35 - Post-match reaction from Alessia Russo. 29:25 - Should Sarina Wiegman take Michelle Agyemang to the Euros alongside Russo and Beever-Jones? 31:50 - Post-match reaction from Leah Williamson 34:10 - Look ahead to the England squad announcement for the Euros. 39:50 - Ellen and Karen’s squad announcement stories.

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

Kelly Cates is joined by Steph Houghton and Adam Crafton on this week's Monday Night Club.The three are joined by French football journalist, Matt Spiro to reflect on PSG's journey towards winning the Champions League. Does Dembele deserve the Ballon d'Or? Have PSG set the precedent for a new football trend? And what next for Inter?Then, Vicki Sparks joins the pod from Barcelona ahead of the Lionesses' final Nations League group game against world champions Spain. We hear from Lucy Bronze as well as Sarina Wiegman, and look ahead to next month's European Championship.Next, is Liam Delap edging closer to joining Chelsea? And will he play in the Club World Cup or the U21 Euros? We hear from Lee Carsley on the immediate future of the Ipswich Town striker.And finally, after Oldham Athletic beat Southend United 3-2 at Wembley to book their place back in the EFL, Oldham boss Micky Mellon joins the pod.Timecodes: 00:22 PSG's historic European victory 05:10 Should Dembele win the Ballon d'Or? 11:43 PSG's transformation this season 24:18 What next for Inter? 27:36 A lookahead to England v Spain 29:02 Lucy Bronze interview 31:05 Mary Earps' retirement 36:48 Sarina Wiegman interview 43:47 Lee Carsley on Liam Delap 49:06 Micky Mellon joins the podBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Tue 1800 Spain v England women in the Nations League Sat 1700 Andorra v England men in World Cup Qualifying

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

Steve Crossman chews the fat in Munich with correspondent John Murray and Italian football expert Daniele Verri. This after PSG win the Champions League for the first time by thumping Inter Milan 5-0.01:20 John’s traditional Munich breakfast 02:30 Daniele leaves the match early! 03:00 PSG get their first European Cup 04:45 Ousmane Dembélé plays important role 12:10 Luis Enrique achieves greatness? 15:45 Can PSG keep this young group together? 21:10 Will the Club World Cup be big for PSG? 24:15 Where did it go wrong for Inter? 30:35 What about Simone Inzaghi’s future? 35:10 Powerful moment with PSG’s tifo 36:35 How did the new format pan out?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Tue 1800 Spain v England in Women’s Nations League, Sat 1700 Andorra v England in men’s World Cup Qualifying.

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2025

Steve Crossman is joined by Chris Sutton & correspondent John Murray. Also hear from French football expert & PSG supporter Julien Laurens. And catch up with Italian football journalist James Horncastle.00:30 The moment PSG won the Champions League 04:40 Julien Laurens: ‘My eyes are full of tears’ 08:35 The Luis Enrique story 10:25 James Horncastle: ‘This pain cuts deeper’ 16:05 Time for the trophy lift 22:40 Was it the Désiré Doué final? 24:50 Tifo honours Luis Enrique’s late daughter 25:45 Celebrations cut short by pitch invasion 29:40 What’s possible for this young PSG team? 33:15 Is Luis Enrique now among the greats? 34:45 John’s highlights from this season’s UCLBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries next week: Tue 1800 Spain v England in Women’s Nations League, Sat 1700 Andorra v England in men’s World Cup Qualifying.

Transcribed - Published: 31 May 2025

England equalled their biggest ever Nations League win after thrashing Portugal by six goals to nil at Wembley on Friday night. Katie Smith gets all the reaction with former England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley, ex England defender Lindsay Johnson and commentator Vicki Sparks. They hear from Aggie Beever-Jones – who scored a hat-trick in the first half as well as Chloe Kelly, who also got on the scoresheet and manager Sarina Wiegman. Not only that the BBC’s senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel and Spanish football journalist (and one of the stars of the Euro Leagues) Guillem Balague join the pod and give us the latest news on Trent Alexander-Arnold, after Liverpool accepted a fee to allow the player to join Real Madrid in time to play in the Club World Cup. And Sami provides some insight on the rumours circulating that Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes is giving serious consideration to quitting the club and taking up a lucrative offer to play in the Saudi Pro-League.Timecodes: 01:00 – England v Portugal match analysis. 10:00 – Aggie Beever-Jones interview. 15:30 – Chloe Kelly interview. 17:37 – Sarina Wiegman reaction. 23:30 – Trent Alexander-Arnold discussion. 31:00 – Bruno Fernandes latest.

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. Ali reflects on his whirlwind trip to Wrocław to see Chelsea win the UEFA Conference League. John is in Munich for the Champions League Final between PSG and Inter Milan. Will John salvage some pride in Clash of the Commentators? And which terms will be added or removed from the Great Glossary of Football Commentary?WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to [email protected]:45 Ali’s whistlestop visit to Wrocław, 07:10 Should English clubs be in the Conference League? 11:20 Ali emulates Alan Green 14:05 John in Munich for Champions League Final 15:10 BIG NEWS 27:00 Champions League Final preview 33:45 Clash of the Commentators 40:47 Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries next weekend: Fri 1945 England v Portugal in the UEFA Women’s Nations League, Sat 2000 PSG v Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League Final.

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

Conor Mcnamara, Kristof Terreur, Mina Rzouki and Julien Laurens are back with the latest episode of Euro Leagues.The team look ahead to this weekend's Champions League final between PSG and Inter. Julien joins from Munich in his lucky PSG top. They explore where the game will be won and lost, in this battle of football cultures! Away from Europe's centre piece finale, they discuss Erik Ten Hag's return to management at Bayer Leverkusen and the size of the job that Xabi Alonso has on his hands at Real Madrid. There are also celebrations for Napoli and Union Saint-Gilloise in Belgium. Timecodes: 02:08 - Champions League Preview 22:16 - Erik Ten Hag to Bayer Leverkusen 25:37 - Xabi Alonso's tough task at Real Madrid 28:26 - Napoli's title win & is Kevin De Bruyne heading to Naples? 32:41 - Union Saint-Gilloise win the Belgium Pro LeagueBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Fri 1945 England v Portugal in the UEFA Women’s Nations League, Sat 2000 PSG v Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League Final.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

Steve Crossman presents reaction to Chelsea winning the Conference League. Pat Nevin, Mark Schwarzer & Ali Bruce-Ball join Steve as Chelsea complete the European set.Goals from Enzo Fernandez, Nicolas Jackson, Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo completed a turnaround in Poland after Betis had gone 1-0 up, and gave Enzo Maresca’s side a piece of silverware to add to an impressive Premier League season.Listen to the moment Chelsea lifted the Conference League trophy, and hear from Blues boss Maresca on a historic night for the London club.Timecodes: 00:40 Real Betis succumb to Chelsea 02:00 Cole Palmer’s brilliance 09:30 Moises Caicedo’s season 10:50 Betis medals 14:15 Winners’ medals & trophy lift 22:25 Next steps for Chelsea 26:45 Jadon Sancho & Nicolas Jackson 31:35 Enzo Maresca post-match 33:30 Maresca big pictureBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Fri 1945 England v Portugal in the UEFA Women’s Nations League, Sat 2000 PSG v Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League Final.

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2025

Ellen White and Ben Haines are at St Georges Park and react to the shock announcement that England goalkeeper Mary Earps is retiring from international football. Ellen shares her view on why now but they also reflect on what Mary did for the women’s game and its profile, particularly for goalkeepers. Niamh Charles and Keira Walsh share their memories of playing with Mary and her impact off the pitch. They also look ahead to England’s next Nations League games against Portugal and Spain as the Euros approaches. Ellen and Ben also talk Arsenal winning the Champions League and how Renee Slegers masterminded that huge victory over Barcelona. Plus Jen Beattie has caught up with her former teammate and Scotland captain Rachel Corsie who has announced her retirement from football this week. Rachel won 154 caps for Scotland and led her country out at their first ever World Cup in 2019 and is part of the Scotland camp for their next Nations League fixtures against Austria and the Netherlands.00:20 Intro 01:36 Mary Earps retires from England 04:10 Earps statement 10:28 Arsenal win the Champions League! 15:50 How did Arsenal do it? 20:35 Niamh Charles 25:00 Keira Walsh 32:30 Rachel Corsie with JenBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries next weekend: Wed 2000 Real Betis v Chelsea in the UEFA Conference League Final Fri 1945 England v Portugal in the UEFA Women’s Nations League Sat 2000 PSG v Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League Final

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

Steve Crossman has reaction as Arsenal win their first Women's Champions League title in 18 years. Hear from Izzy Christiansen, Gilly Flaherty and Vicki Sparks, as well as Arsenal boss Renée Slegers.00:35 Arsenal win Women’s Champions League 08:30 Renée Slegers INTERVIEW 11:30 Leah Williamson back to her best 15:35 Arsenal nail their tactics 17:25 Arsenal get their psychology right 20:35 Arsenal changed their gameplan in training 21:50 Barcelona pick up their runners-up medals 24:15 Arsenal players pick up their medals 26:10 Arsenal lift the Women’s Champions League trophy 31:15 “Barcelona got pastel de nata’d”BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League final day commentaries: Sun 1600 Nottingham Forest v Chelsea on 5 Live, Sun 1600 Liverpool v Crystal Palace on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1600 Wolves v Brentford on Sports Extra 3.

Transcribed - Published: 24 May 2025

Chief football correspondent John Murray is joined by The Sunday Times’ Jonathan Northcroft and BBC Sport’s Alex Howell to reflect on Thomas Tuchel’s second England squad in charge. Hear from the England manager himself as he explains the call-up for Saudi-based Ivan Toney as well as the omissions of Phil Foden, Jarrod Bowen and Marcus Rashford. Could some time-off be exactly what Phil Foden needs? Tuchel also discusses the rollercoaster season that has earned Trevoh Chalobah his first senior call-up. Plus, are we seeing a changing of the guard in the England back-line, as no Manchester United or Manchester City players feature in the squad? TIME CODES: 2’55 Thomas Tuchel interview 9’37 Will some time off benefit Phil Foden? 15’06 Should Ivan Toney have been called up? 18’37 Should Dominic Solanke feel hard done-by? 19’31 Trevoh Chalobah’s inspired season 19’53 A change of the guard in England’s back-line? Radio 5 Live/ BBC Sounds Commentaries: Saturday 24th May - 1500 - Scottish Cup Final: Aberdeen v Celtic - Sports Extra 3 Saturday 24th May - 1700 - Women’s Champions League Final: Arsenal v Barcelona - BBC Radio 5live Sunday 25th May - 1600 - Premier League: Nottingham Forest v Chelsea - BBC Radio 5live

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2025

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They reflect on two finals in a week as Tottenham win the Europa League and Crystal Palace lift the FA Cup. ‘Herr Chapman’ nearly gets a soaking at Wembley. Ali tells all about the last men’s game at Goodison. Will John’s losing run in Clash of the Commentators come to an end? And which terms will be added or removed from the Great Glossary of Football Commentary?WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to [email protected] 01:00 Ian’s circuitous route to Bilbao 03:15 Europa League Final reflections 09:35 Crystal Palace win FA Cup at Wembley 11:15 Sean Dyche gives his commentator’s blessing 16:45 ‘Herr Chapman’ nearly gets a soaking 17:35 Ali’s experience of Goodison Park’s last men’s game 22:30 5 Live commentaries this weekend 26:05 Which game is more important for Chelsea? 34:35 John vs Ali in Clash of the Commentators 40:30 Which terms will end up in the Great Glossary?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat 1700 UEFA Women’s Champions League Final Arsenal v Barcelona, Sun 1600 Premier League final day Nottingham Forest v Chelsea, Sun 1600 Liverpool v Crystal Palace on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1600 Wolves v Brentford on Sports Extra 3.

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2025

After guiding Liverpool to the Premier League title in his first season Arne Slot reflects on his first 12 months in charge at Anfield. He talks to the BBC’s Sports Editor Dan Roan about what he was expecting when he first took over, replacing Jurgen Klopp, and how he dealt with the uncertainty around Mohammed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s contracts. Plus, Slot opens up about how he unwinds, celebrating the title with the players and staff in Ibiza, and convincing Salah to set standards in training.

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2025

Steve Crossman is joined by Mina Rzouki, Julien Laurens and Guillem Balague ahead of the end of the season. It’s an exciting final round of fixtures in Italy with Napoli 1 point clear of Inter. Will Antonio Conte stay if Napoli win their second title in three years? How will Inter cope with balancing the Champions League final? Dutch journalist Marcel van der Kraan drops by to talk Ajax – whose nine point lead with seven games to go was overturned by PSV in one of the most sensational title capitulations ever seen in club football – leaving them without a trophy for the third successive season. They also talk about the emotional farewell – is it the new football fashion? And what’s next for Luka Modric after the midfielder announced his departure from Real Madrid. Plus, could Sampdoria actually end up avoiding relegation? In France, there was an amazing escape for Le Havre, who came from behind twice to beat Strasbourg 3-2. And why do newly promoted teams in Europe fare better than in England?TIME CODES: 03:05 – All to play for in Italy 14:46 – Title capitulation for Ajax 26:45 – The emotional goodbye 40:43 – Le Havre’s Great Escape 44:14 – Why do newly promoted teams fair better in Europe than in England? 48:48 – Sampdoria not relegated after all?COMMENTARIES: Saturday 24th May - 1500 - Scottish Cup Final: Aberdeen v Celtic - Sports Extra 3 Saturday 24th May - 1700 - Women’s Champions League Final: Arsenal v Barcelona - BBC Radio 5live Sunday 25th May - 1600 - Premier League: Nottingham Forest v Chelsea - BBC Radio 5live

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

Mark Chapman hosts reaction to Tottenham Hotspur winning the Europa League by beating Manchester United in Bilbao.He is joined by Senior Football Reporter Ian Dennis and former Spurs goalkeeper Paul Robinson, who are in the San Mames Stadium.Former Spurs midfielder Michael Brown also provides analysis, along with ESPN Senior Football Writer Mark Ogden and BBC Sport Senior Football Correspondent Sami Mokbel.The podcast includes the trophy lift and also hears reaction from both managers.TIMECODES: 00:43 - Match reaction 09:10 - Ange Postecoglou 13:40 - Mark Ogden 18:00 - Trophy lift 22:10 - Ruben Amorim 24:55 - Sami Mokbel on Postecoglou's futureCOMMENTARIES: Saturday 24th May - 1500 - Scottish Cup Final: Aberdeen v Celtic - Sports Extra 3 Saturday 24th May - 1700 - Women’s Champions League Final: Arsenal v Barcelona - BBC Radio 5live Sunday 25th May - 1600 - Premier League: Nottingham Forest v Chelsea - BBC Radio 5live

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2025

Is this Ange Postecoglou’s penultimate game in charge of Spurs regardless of what happens? And how would winning change the challenge ahead for Ruben Amorim?Kelly Cates is with Peter Schmeichel, Andros Townsend and Mark Ogden to preview the Europa League Final.Ian Dennis joins us from Bilbao to assess the mood in both clubs’ pre match press conferences, with Ange Postecoglou and Ruben Amorim sharing their thoughts on the eve of the final. Plus, we hear from Mason Mount and discuss Tottenham’s attacking options. TIMECODES: 08:02 – Ange Postecoglou interview 13:01 – Ruben Amorim interview 23:20 – Amorim’s difficult start to life at Old Trafford 32:21 – Importance of Fernandes & Maguire 36:12 – Mason Mount interview 46:27 – Will Spurs use their Europa League or Premier League game plan?COMMENTARIES: Wednesday 21st May - 2000 - Europa League Final: Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester United - BBC Radio 5live Saturday 24th May - 1500 - Scottish Cup Final: Aberdeen v Celtic - Sports Extra 3 Saturday 24th May - 1700 - Women’s Champions League Final: Arsenal v Barcelona - BBC Radio 5live Sunday 25th May - 1600 - Premier League: Nottingham Forest v Chelsea - BBC Radio 5live

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

Jen Beattie and Ben Haines are joined by Arsenal captain Kim Little to talk the Champions League final against Barcelona in Lisbon this Saturday. Jen asks Kim what makes her such a special player, how it feels to make the final and where Arsenal can expose Barcelona. It was also the domestic treble for Chelsea as they beat Manchester United 3-0 at Wembley in front of new investor Alexis Ohanian. Hear from manager Sonia Bompastor on how she wants Chelsea to be challenged by the rest of the league to compete with the highest competition. Reporter Alex Ibaceta joins the pod to share her expertise on Barcelona, who are their biggest threats and how they will match up against Arsenal. 00:20 Intro 01:36 Chelsea do the treble! 06:10 Sonia Bompastor 08:28 Sandy Baltimore performance 10:50 Kim Little with Jen! 21:35 Katie McCabe & Leah Williamson on Kim 27:00 How do Arsenal go up against Barcelona? 30:30 Barca with Alex IbacetaBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wednesday 20th May: Europa League Final - Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester United, 8pm KO. Saturday 24th May: UEFA Women’s Champions League Final - Arsenal v Barcelona, 5pm KO. Sunday 25th May: Premier League final day from 4pm.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

CEO of WSL Football, Nikki Doucet, speaks exclusively to Ellen White and Ben Haines at the end of the domestic season. After the announcement of a major rebrand for professional women’s football in England, Nikki discusses the reasons behind the new name and new look, plus what this means for the future of the WSL and newly renamed WSL 2. Nikki also talks to Ellen and Ben about the reports of scrapping relegation, increased spending in women’s transfer windows, how the game is going to be grown and whether women’s football will get a dedicated broadcasting slot, as well as giving us an insight into her own personal background.TIME CODES: 0’44” A rebrand that got fans talking? 2’47” Nikki Doucet’s background 4’21” What it’s like negotiating with clubs 8’18” Tangible things put in place over the last season 13’12” Change of name from Championship to WSL2 15’40” Lack of jeopardy in the league 22’20” Is there help for clubs who are struggling to fill their stadium? 25’03” How are you making women’s football attractive for fans? 31’12” Disparity in transfer spending in the WSL 34’30” Looking ahead to the Euros (Recorded on Thursday 15th May 2025)BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wednesday 20th May: Europa League Final - Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester United, 8pm KO. Saturday 24th May: UEFA Women’s Champions League Final - Arsenal v Barcelona, 5pm KO. Sunday 25th May: Premier League final day from 4pm.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Shay Given to discuss Saturday's FA Cup final. Crystal Palace captain Joel Ward joins the podcast to reflect on lifting the cup - the first major trophy in the club's 164-year history - in his 13th and final season at Selhurst Park. They also ask why Erling Haaland passed up taking Manchester City's penalty and whether Jack Grealish has a future at the Etihad after being left on the bench on Saturday, as well as paying tribute to Jamie Vardy after he signed off at Leicester with 200 goals in 500 games.Topics: 00:21 - Initial FA Cup final reflections 05:38 - Joel Ward on Palace's first major trophy in 164 years 17:44 - How do Palace keep hold of their best players? 21:09 - Why didn't Haaland take City's penalty? 27:36 - Is Jack Grealish done at City? 37:25 - 500 and out for Jamie Vardy at LeicesterBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Wed 2000 Europa League Final - Tottenham Hotspur v Man Utd Sat 1700 UEFA Women’s Champions League Final - Arsenal v Barcelona Sun 1600 Premier League final day

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2025

Mark Chapman is joined by Sean Dyche, Clinton Morrison, Ian Dennis and John Murray as Crystal Palace beat Manchester City 1-0 to win the FA Cup.The panel react to the scenes as Palace celebrate the club's first-ever major trophy, and debate whether Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson should have been sent off. We hear from Henderson himself, as well as from Oliver Glasner, Pep Guardiola and Bernardo Silva.Timecodes 00:34 Reaction from the full-time whistle 08:57 Dean Henderson interview 10:10 Should Henderson have seen red? 17:40 Crystal Palace lift the trophy 23:36 Oliver Glasner interview 27:17 Pep Guardiola interview 29:10 Bernardo Silva interviewUpcoming BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sun 1330 Women’s FA Cup Final Chelsea v Man Utd on Sports Extra 3, Sun 1415 West Ham v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on 5 Live, Sun 1500 Brentford v Fulham in the Premier League on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1630 Arsenal v Newcastle in the Premier League on 5 Live.

Transcribed - Published: 17 May 2025

Remember When is a show that brings together football fans from across the UK to talk about the seismic moments that shaped their club’s history - and had a massive impact on their own lives too. Rather than being about tribal division or comparing between the haves versus the have-nots, it’s about the stories, the memories and the moments that unite us as football fans - whoever we support. This time, Remember When looks back at two of the most memorable FA Cup triumphs in English football history. Wimbledon and Portsmouth have suffered more than their fair share of hardship over the years, with trophy cabinets smaller than plenty of their Football League counterparts. But both clubs and their fans share an increasingly rare privilege: they won the FA Cup against the odds. Broadcaster Rick Edwards is joined by two guests who were right at the heart of the action. Marc Jones fell in love with Wimbledon after an inadvertent trip to Plough Lane in the 1980s and followed their ragtag bunch of cult heroes to the 1988 FA Cup final, where the Crazy Gang ended the day on that hallowed top Wembley step after beating a brilliant Liverpool team. Jeff Harris made a similar pilgrimage twenty years later, when his beloved Portsmouth scratched and clawed their way to the final of the 2008 FA Cup. He’d recently returned from working overseas for the British Army and watched Kanu and company complete their own journey to greatness at the new Wembley. Marc and Jeff share their hilarious and often heartfelt memories of seeing their local clubs reach footballing immortality. From that snowballing belief as their clubs marched through the rounds at the expense of numerous top-flight counterparts, to organising double-decker buses and flights back from military bases to make sure they joined friends and family at Wembley. They also remember the aftermath, as Jeff bolted back down to Portsmouth and joined in celebrations across the city while Marc caught sight of Wimbledon manager Bobby Gould bringing the trophy back to Plough Lane at the front of the team coach. They also touch on how these victories marked important moments in their own young lives, with football acting as the catalyst for moments of joy, melancholy and belonging. Remember When is a celebration of what football’s all about: moments etched into history for the fans and players of two clubs who might never experience it again. This is Remember When… We Actually Won Something.

Transcribed - Published: 17 May 2025

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. What’s it like commentating on an FA Cup Final? Ali reveals more about last week’s Arctic expedition. The guys have their say on Goodison Park dodging the wrecking ball. Is the commentator’s blessing now a thing? Clash of the Commentators does stadia and which terms will be added to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary?WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to [email protected]:00 Commentating on the FA Cup Final 08:00 Ali’s Arctic expedition 14:00 John disappointed by guard of honour ‘disrespect’ 18:00 Nothing beats a Norwegian romance 19:25 Goodison Park lives to fight another day 23:55 5 Live commentaries this weekend 27:30 Is the ‘commentator’s blessing’ now a thing? 31:15 Clash of the Commentators 39:35 Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries next weekend: Sat 1630 FA Cup Final Crystal Palace v Man City on 5 Live Sun 1330 Women’s FA Cup Final Chelsea v Man Utd on Sports Extra 3, Sun 1415 West Ham v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on 5 Live, Sun 1500 Brentford v Fulham in the Premier League on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1630 Arsenal v Newcastle in the Premier League on 5 Live.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opening their account, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Struck with venom, Throw their cap on it, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2025

Steve Crossman, Raphael Honigstein, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle are back with the latest episode of Euro Leagues.The guys reflect on Xabi Alonso's time at Bayer Leverkusen, and what he'll be thinking about before returning to Los Blancos. Xabi's arrival means Carlo Ancelotti's off to the Brazil national team. Could we see a return to the fold for Neymar? South American football expert Tim Vickery joins the pod with all the latest.Bologna win their first trophy in over 50 years, beating AC Milan in the Coppa Italia final, and Sampdoria are relegated to Serie C for the first time in the club's history.Timecodes: 00:40 Looking back at Xabi Alonso at Leverkusen, & what will life be like back in Madrid? 16:38 Carlo Ancelotti's off to Brazil 29:20 Bologna win Coppa Italia 36:35 Sampdoria relegated to Serie C for the first timeBBC Sounds / 5 Live / Radio 5 Sports Extra weekend commentaries: Sat 1630 Men's FA Cup Final: Crystal Palace vs Manchester City (5 Live) Sun 1330 Women's FA Cup Final: Chelsea vs Manchester United (Sports Extra 3) Sun 1415 Premier League: West Ham vs Nottingham Forest (5 Live) Sun 1500 Premier League: Brentford vs Fulham (Sports Extra 2) Sun 1630 Premier League: Arsenal vs Newcastle (5 Live)

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

As Everton prepare for their final senior men's match at Goodison Park after 133 years, Mark Chapman, Giulia Bould and Phil Jagielka reflect on the stadium and what it means to fans, players and managers.We hear from David Moyes, Joe Royle, Wayne Rooney and Seamus Coleman ahead of the final home Premier League game against Southampton.And they're joined by club Graeme Sharp, who recalls the most famous matches at Goodison, including a European Cup Winners' Cup semi-final with Bayern Munich.Everton fan and boxer Tony Bellew shares his memories, and Sam Easton, the great, great grandson of stadium architect Archibald Leitch talks about his relative's legacy. TIMECODES 02:00 What does Goodison Park mean to the fans? 11:10 David Moyes interview 23:20 Seamus Coleman on what Goodison Park is like for players 40:10 Joe Royle's memories of Goodison 47:30 Wayne Rooney on THAT goal 58:20 Sam Easton on his great, great grandfather, architect Archibald Leitch 1:03:00 Tony Bellew's love for the groundBBC Sounds / 5 Live / Radio 5 Sports Extra weekend commentaries: Sat 1630 Men's FA Cup Final: Crystal Palace vs Manchester City (5 Live) Sun 1330 Women's FA Cup Final: Chelsea vs Manchester United (Sports Extra 3) Sun 1415 Premier League: West Ham vs Nottingham Forest (5 Live) Sun 1500 Premier League: Brentford vs Fulham (Sports Extra 2) Sun 1630 Premier League: Arsenal vs Newcastle (5 Live)

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2025

From Shankly to Paisley, and now from Klopp to Slot – what do Liverpool get so right about their manager transitions? Kelly Cates is joined by football writer and Liverpool fan Tony Evans and Dutch football journalist Marcel van der Kraan. Hear from Arne Slot himself, as well as Cody Gakpo and tactics writer Mark Carey. And catch an interview with sport psychologist Dan Abrahams, who worked with Slot at Feyenoord.04:00 Liverpool have a healthy history of changing managers 07:50 Arne Slot is ‘like a Swiss watchmaker’ 09:35 Slot on successfully replacing Klopp 16:20 Tactics writer Mark Carey joins the pod 20:55 Gakpo’s take on the transition between managers 23:00 Has Gravenberch been a key to success? 29:20 Are Liverpool too reliant on Mo Salah? 34:40 Interview with sport psychologist Dan Abrahams 46:40 What does the future look like?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries next weekend: Sat 1630 FA Cup Final Crystal Palace v Man City on 5 Live Sun 1330 Women’s FA Cup Final Chelsea v Man Utd on Sports Extra 3, Sun 1415 West Ham v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on 5 Live, Sun 1500 Brentford v Fulham in the Premier League on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1630 Arsenal v Newcastle in the Premier League on 5 Live.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines react to history made being made by Sonia Bompastor’s Chelsea as they became the first the first WSL side to finish a 22-game season unbeaten. Ellen and Jen also talk Chloe Kelly’s recent form as Arsenal sealed second place in the league.We hear from Sarina Wiegman as the Lionesses are handed a big Euros boost with the return of Lauren Hemp, Georgia Stanway and Alex Greenwood for their upcoming Nations League games.Plus, Manchester United duo Maya Le Tissier and Elisabeth Terland join the pod ahead of the FA Cup final this weekend where they will aim to defend their title.TIMECODES: 01:30 - Chelsea beat Liverpool so seal an invincible season. 05:00 - Arsenal seal second place in a seven-goal thriller against Manchester United. 07:25 - Chloe Kelly’s form at Arsenal. 12:15 - Sarina Wiegman on her 27-player England squad for the two games Nations League games against Portugal and Spain. 14:40 - Ellen and Jen react to the latest Lionesses squad. 20:20 - Maya Le Tissier and Elisabeth Terland join the pod to talk about defending their FA Cup title. 30:40 - Ellen and Jen on their FA Cup experiences. 37:18 - Nathalie Bjorn on Chelsea’s hopes to complete a domestic treble.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

Is it acceptable for an owner to enter the pitch? After Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis’ outburst on the pitch at Nuno Espirito Santo, the Monday Night Club discuss whether the owner should be allowed on to the pitch, or whether they should stay quiet. Theo Walcott joins Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Mark Chapman to discuss the actions of the Nottingham Forest owner. The Anfield Wrap’s John Gibbons drops by to give his views on Liverpool fans booing Trent Alexander-Arnold – why are Liverpool fans booing him and is it fair? They discuss the send-off for the Liverpool full-back and how he’ll be feeling ahead of his expected move to Real Madrid. With Mikel Arteta’s comments over the last week – the panel discuss what’s behind Arsenal’s recent form and the reason behind the comments. Plus, they react to an angry Ruben Dias’ after Manchester City’s 1-1 draw to Southampton. And with Carlo Ancelotti joining Brazil, will he be a success?TIME CODES:01:30 – Evangelos Marinakis’ outburst 20:45 – Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Anfield reception 35:32 – Arsenal 45:55 – Ruben Dias’ comments 49:10 – Carlo Ancelotti to BrazilBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries next weekend: Sat 1630 FA Cup Final Crystal Palace v Man City, Sun 1330 Women’s FA Cup Final Chelsea v Man Utd on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1415 West Ham v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, Sun 1630 Arsenal v Newcastle in the Premier League.

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2025

Liam MacDevitt catches up with Newcastle United’s Jacob Murphy in the North East. Murphy opens up about playing for his boyhood club, the on-field chemistry he has with striker Alexander Isak and dreaming of an England call-up.

Transcribed - Published: 10 May 2025

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. Ali reveals what life is like in the Arctic as he watches Tottenham in Bodø. The panel react to Arsenal crashing out of the Champions League. Will John end his losing run in Clash of the Commentators? And which football commentary terms will be added or removed from the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to [email protected]:55 Ali in the Arctic 11:30 Arsenal knocked out by PSG 18:15 Looking ahead to PSG-Inter UCL final 21:05 Commentary terms for selling a dummy 23:00 5 Live commentaries this weekend 26:20 Arteta: ‘We have two Premier League titles’ 29:20 Clash of the Commentators goes Norwegian 35:35 Plot thickens on ‘where the owl sleeps’ 40:00 Ian uses ‘stanchion’ in Man Utd commentary 41:15 Ali uses ‘thrown his cap on it’ in Tottenham commentary 43:00 Will anything be added to the Great Glossary? BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League weekend commentaries: Sat 1500 Southampton v Man City, Sat 1730 Bournemouth v Aston Villa, Sun 1415 Nottingham Forest v Leicester, Sun 1415 Man Utd v West Ham on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1415 Tottenham v Crystal Palace on BBC Sport website, Sun 1630 Liverpool v Arsenal.

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2025

After underwhelming Premier League seasons for Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur is the Europa League more important for Ruben Amorim or Ange Postecoglou?Mark Chapman is joined by Ian Dennis, Phil Jones and Izzy Christiansen at Old Trafford, plus Paul Robinson and Ali Bruce-Ball in the Norway to react to the comprehensive semi-final wins that set up an all English Europa League final. Amorim gives his view on Manchester United's 7-1 aggregate win over Athletic Club and what it would mean to secure Champions League football next season. Ange shares his thoughts on the negativity around the two sides reaching the final despite their domestic struggles and the importance of ending Tottenham’s trophy drought. Away from the Europa League, Carl Asaba joins us from Ashton Gate where Sheffield United beat Bristol City 3-0 in the first leg of their Championship playoff semi-final. TIMECODES: 01:03 – Manchester United 4-1 (7-1) Athletic Club 09:02 – Ruben Amorim reaction 11:50 – Bodo/Glimt 0-2 (1-5) Tottenham Hotspur 16:52 – Ange Postecoglou reaction 20:50 – Who is the Europa League final more important for? 25:51 – Chris Wilder interview 28:18 – Bristol City 0-3 Sheffield United – Carl AsabaCOMMENTARIES THIS WEEK: Saturday 10th May WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Liverpool 1230 KO - SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Southampton v Manchester City 1500 KO - 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Aston Villa 1730 KO - 5 LIVE Sunday 11th May PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Leicester 1415 KO - 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v West Ham 1415 KO - SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Crystal Palace 1415 KO - BBC SPORT WEBSITE PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v Arsenal 1630 KO - 5 LIVE

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2025

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki. After another memorable week in the Champions League, the team unpick all the big talking points. Do Barcelona need to tweak their style of play? And with a Classico on Sunday, could their season quickly unravel after the defeat in Milan? The team discuss Yann Sommer and Francesco Acerbi after Inter Milan reached their second final in three years – and cast an early eye ahead to the final after PSG knocked out Arsenal. Julien reveals he is already turning into Father Christmas as requests for tickets come his way – but is starting to feel nervous about the big match in Munich. With Paris FC winning promotion to Ligue 1, Julien explains why it will be a friendly – and very, very local - derby when they play PSG next season, and Mina discusses the super tight race for a Champions League spot in Italy. TIMECODES….. 0 mins: Intro, with John Bennett back in the chair after the show had no presenter last week. 2 mins: The team discuss Inter v Barca – a Champions League classic. But did Barca mess it up? 8 mins: Could Barcelona’s season start to unravel after their defeat in Italy? 12 mins: Inter’s collective effort and the brilliance of keeper Yann Sommer. 16 mins: The great story of Inter goalscorer Francesco Acerbi. 22 mins: The brilliance of PSG – and why they deserve to be in the final – despite what Mikel Arteta said. 26 mins: The team look ahead to the final in Munich on 29 May. 31 mins: Paris FC – promotion to the top flight and a friendly derby. 35 min: The race for Champions League places in Serie A.Thursday 8th May EUROPA LEAGUE: Bodo Glimt v Spurs – LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Alistair Bruce-Ball and Paul Robinson. EUROPA LEAGUE: Manchester United v Athletic Club - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Ian Dennis and Izzy Christiansen. Saturday 10th May WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Liverpool 1230 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Eilidh Barbour and Tanya Oxtoby PREMIER LEAGUE: Southampton v Manchester City 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Ian Dennis and Rob Green. PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Aston Villa 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Alistair Bruce-Ball and Francis Benali. Sunday 11th May PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Leicester 1415 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Vicki Sparks and Clinton Morrison. PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v West Ham 1415 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA -Chris Coles and Michael Brown PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Crystal Palace 1415 KO – LIVE ON BBC SPORT WEBSITE - Paul Scott and Daniel Gabbidon PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v Arsenal 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - John Murray and Stephen Warnock.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025