Best Dr James Kirby Podcasts (2025)

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Euro Leagues: The Greatest Champions League XI 21:55

11m ago21:55

21:55

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, …

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Destination New Jersey: Pressure on Pochettino, Argentine coaches & DR Congo on top 45:50

21m ago45:50

45:50

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. Al…

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England lose to Senegal in Tuchel’s first defeat 28:52

22m ago28:52

28:52

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. INTERVIEWS12:00 Thomas Tuchel 17:10 Harry Kane22:30 Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly25:10 Morgan Gib…

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Foxtrot in Kandahar, Part 2: Showdown in Takhteh-Pol | CIA 53:49

2d ago53:49

53:49

In late 2001, veteran CIA Officer Duane Evans deployed to Afghanistan as part of the US response to 9/11. This is his story. In Part 2, Duane and Team Foxtrot make the perilous journey to Kandahar. But the Afghan city proves to be no safe haven. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by…

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England set for Senegal Friendly 32:26

14m ago32:26

32:26

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 im…

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The American Dream: How & why American owners continue to infiltrate British football 51:10

7m ago51:10

51:10

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. Th…

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England struggle past minnows Andorra in World Cup Qualifying 31:00

22m ago31:00

31:00

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 Morg…

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Sarah Wiese - 06/07/2025 26:00

3d ago26:00

26:00

Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith…

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Postecoglou sacked by Spurs 23:12

1h ago23:12

23:12

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 ‘Fighti…

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The Commentators’ View: England in Barcelona & John in Neighbours 59:17

6m ago59:17

59:17

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 o…

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Euro Leagues: PSG paradise & Palace Europa problems 50:41

41m ago50:41

50:41

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 p…

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James makes England squad & Esme Morgan LIVE 38:01

14m ago38:01

38:01

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 decisions11:05 England defender Esme Morgan…

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England's Toney and Chalobah are aiming for World Cup selection 26:40

20m ago26:40

26:40

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:00:3…

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Workplace Bullying, with psychologist Evelyn M. Field OAM 37:32

1h ago37:32

37:32

In this episode of Psych for Life, I welcome back psychologist and one of Australia's most expert leaders and trainers in bullying, Evelyn Field OAM. Evelyn has spent over forty years helping students and adults develop social survival skills to manage school and workplace bullying. Listen in to our insighful conversation about workplace bullying t…

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Women’s Football Weekly: Nations League reaction and Kirby announces England retirement 43:31

1d ago43:31

43:31

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 me…

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Foxtrot in Kandahar, Part 1: Snakes and Lightning | CIA 51:26

10d ago51:26

51:26

In late 2001, veteran CIA Officer Duane Evans deployed to Afghanistan as part of the US response to 9/11. This is his story. In Part 1, we find Duane as he swears vengeance against Al Qaeda - and moves mountains to get himself to the heart of the action. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Pr…

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Monday Night Club: PSG's journey to success and England get set for Spain 56:00

21h ago56:00

56:00

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 Spa…

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New-look PSG make history & what happened to Inter? 41:51

2d ago41:51

41:51

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 breakfast02:30 Daniele leaves the match early!03:00 PSG get their first European Cup04:45 Ousmane Dembélé plays impor…

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PSG thrash Inter for first Champions League 37:46

3d ago37:46

37:46

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 League04:40 Julien Laurens: ‘My eyes are full of tears’08:35 The Luis Enrique story10:25 James Horncastle: …

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Ray Bubba Sorensen - 05/31/2025 26:00

3d ago26:00

26:00

Bishop William JoensenIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner a…

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Dominant Lionesses, Trent to Real & Fernandes to Saudi? 33:44

4d ago33:44

33:44

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 hal…

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The Commentators’ View: BIG NEWS, UCL Final & biscuits vs cookies 57:28

4d ago57:28

57:28

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…

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Euro Leagues: Champions League Preview, & Ten Hag's new job 37:28

5d ago37:28

37:28

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…

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The Debrief: Chelsea beat Real Betis to win Conference League 36:26

6d ago36:26

36:26

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 silve…

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72+: The EFL Podcast 42:44

6d ago42:44

42:44

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Lyle Taylor react to the League One and League Two play-off finals and give out their end-of-season awards. Also hear from AFC Wimbledon director of football Craig Cope on what their promotion means for the club. And Jobi does a full-season special of 72plus 72minus. 01:00 Aaron reveals his Lyle Taylor dream02:45 Lyle sti…

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Women's Football Weekly: Earps, Corsie & glory for the Gunners 53:19

7d ago53:19

53:19

Ellen White and Ben Haines are at St. George's 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 memo…

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True Spies Classic: The Ritchie Boys | WW2 54:26

16d ago54:26

54:26

In this True Spies Classic, you'll revisit the story of a true American hero. It's 1944 - 3 days after D-Day. 22-year old Guy Stern lands in Normandy. Unlike many of his comrades in the US Army, it's not his first time in Europe. Forced to leave Germany in 1937, he returns as part of an elite Military Intelligence unit charged with interrogating Ge…

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Premier League Review with Rick Edwards 44:52

9d ago44:52

44:52

Aston Villa controversially miss out on Champions League & Jack Grealish is left out again. Rick Edwards is joined by Michael Brown and Paul Robinson. Also hear from Unai Emery, as well as Ange Postecoglou and Ruud van Nistelrooy on their futures. And catch the moment Liverpool lifted the Premier League trophy. 02:20 Man Utd head off on post-season…

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Arsenal stun Barcelona to win Women’s Champions League 32:43

10d ago32:43

32:43

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 League08:30 Renée Slegers INTERVIEW11:30 Leah Williamson back to her best15:35 Arsenal nail their tactics17:25 Ars…

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72+: The EFL Podcast 33:48

10d ago33:48

33:48

Championship play-off final reaction as Sunderland beat Sheffield United to reach the Premier League. Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by former Huddersfield play-off winner Tommy Smith. Also hear from match-winner Tommy Watson, Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris and Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder. 02:45 Sunderland’s young guns come up trum…

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Bo Bonner - 05/24/2025 25:59

10d ago25:59

25:59

Guest: Bo Bonner Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen Man Up! with Joe Stopulus The Catholic Morning Show with Bo Bonner The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud M…

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England squad announcement reaction as Tuchel recalls Toney 25:25

11d ago25:25

25:25

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. Co…

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The Commentators’ View: Ian’s mad dash & leaping like a salmon 1:00:10

20d ago1:00:10

1:00:10

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 en…

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BONUS - Arne Slot on PL title win, celebrating in Ibiza & next season's targets 23:01

12d ago23:01

23:01

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 Alexa…

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Euro Leagues: All to play for in Italy, Dutch title capitulation & Farewell Modric 50:53

12d ago50:53

50:53

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 Mar…

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Co-narcissists - Are you one? 9:18

12d ago9:18

9:18

Did you grow up with a Narcissistic parent? Are you trying to breaking free of them - or another? Did you feel like you were growing up in their shadow – or now living in another’s shadow? Listen in to this power ep to learn - - What is a co-narcissist - How to recognise an expected or current connection that clouds your view - How to shift out of …

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Europa League Debrief: Spurs triumph over Man United in Bilbao 33:48

16d ago33:48

33:48

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 …

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72+: The EFL Podcast 41:23

13d ago41:23

41:23

EFL play-off finals preview with Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & new Reading CEO Joe Jacobson. They look ahead to each of the Wembley games in the Championship, League One and League Two. And you can hear from Leyton Orient boss Richie Wellens ahead of their showdown with Charlton. Plus, which play-off semi-final moments will feature in 72PLUS 72MINUS? …

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Will Manchester United or Tottenham Hotspur save their season? 51:21

15d ago51:21

51:21

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 confe…

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Women's Football Weekly: Kim Little on Arsenal & Champions League final 44:05

14d ago44:05

44:05

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 …

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Women’s Football Weekly: BONUS with CEO of WSL Football Nikki Doucet 36:01

14d ago36:01

36:01

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…

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True Spies Debriefs: Alexis Papahelas on Greece, Journalism and the CIA 31:34

24d ago31:34

31:34

Veteran Greek journalist Alexis Papahelas tells Morgan Childs about the CIA's role in aiding Greece's military junta, which ruled between 1967 and 1974. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Morgan Childs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Monday Night Club: Palace make history & Vardy bows out 51:46

15d ago51:46

51:46

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 C…

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Premier League Review with Darren Fletcher 45:41

16d ago45:41

45:41

Goodbye to Goodison, Jamie Vardy hits 200 for Leicester & a sit down with Harry Kane. Darren Fletcher is joined by Nigel Reo-Coker and Clinton Morrison. Also hear from Everton boss David Moyes, Nottingham Forest head coach Nuno Espírito Santo, Brentford’s Thomas Frank and Leicester hero Jamie Vardy. And catch a special interview with Bundesliga win…

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The Debrief: Crystal Palace win the FA Cup 34:05

24d ago34:05

34:05

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 …

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James Madden - 05/17/2025 26:00

17d ago26:00

26:00

James Madden guest Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen Man Up! with Joe Stopulus The Catholic Morning Show with Bo Bonner The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud…

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Remember When… We Actually Won Something 41:52

17d ago41:52

41:52

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 uni…

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The Commentators’ View: FA Cup fever & fox in the box 55:18

18d ago55:18

55:18

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 …

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Euro Leagues: Xabi's Leverkusen Farewell, & Carlo's off to Rio 42:32

19d ago42:32

42:32

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 fo…

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Goodbye to Goodison 1:13:35

20d ago1:13:35

1:13:35

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…

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