With a year to go until the start of the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, Mike Wedderburn is joined by Rob Dorsett and Dharmesh Sheth to take a look at which players could be selected for England if they qualify. Rob and Dharms pick out the players they think Thomas Tuchel will go with and name some outsiders too. Listen to every episode of Essential Football on Apple Podcasts , Spotify or Spreaker . You can also listen to Essential Football on your smart speaker by saying "ask Glob...
Jun 12, 2025•23 min
Mike Wedderburn is joined in the Sky Sports News studio by Chief Correspondent, Kaveh Solhekol, and Reporter, James Savundra, to react to the news that Ange Postecoglou has been sacked as Tottenham Head Coach, despite winning the Europa League. We also look at the leading contenders to replace him, including Brentford's Thomas Frank. For more reaction to this breaking story, head to Sky Sports News and skysports.com/football. Listen to every episode of Essential Football on Apple Podcasts , Spot...
Jun 06, 2025•25 min
Hear from Russell Martin in an exclusive interview with Sky Sports' Luke Shanley, as he discusses becoming Rangers’ new head coach, why he thinks he can turn the club’s fortunes around, his style of play, transfer plans, catching Celtic, the future of captain James Tavernier and much more. Listen to every episode of Essential Football on Apple Podcasts , Spotify or Spreaker . You can also listen to Essential Football on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Essential Football"....
Jun 06, 2025•13 min
Sky Sports’ Caroline Barker and former England international Sue Smith bring you reaction to England’s Euro 2025 squad announcement. We hear from head coach Sarina Wiegman as she names the 23 Lionesses she hopes will defend England’s crown. You can follow Euro 2025 across Sky Sports. For more women’s football content from Sky, check out Pitch to Pod: skysports.com/pitch-to-pod...
Jun 05, 2025•37 min
Ron Walker is in Munich’s Marienplatz with Sky Sports journalists Adam Bate and Declan Olley the morning after the Champions League final, to look back at Paris Saint-Germain’s dominant victory over Inter Milan. We discuss if this is the start of PSG's dominance in Europe, and ask what’s next for Inter and manager Simone Inzaghi.
Jun 01, 2025•15 min
Sky Sports' Ron Walker, Peter Smith and Sam Blitz look ahead to the final weekend in the Premier League and focus on the race for European football next season, with 10 teams all in contention for the different competitions. Plus, ahead of what's expected to be his final game for Manchester City, we hear from Kevin de Bruyne and ask where he might rank amongst Premier League greats. Follow the final day of the Premier League across Sky Sports, Sky Sports News and skysports.com/football. Listen t...
May 23, 2025•33 min
Hear exclusively from Hearts CEO Andrew McKinlay as he discusses Derek McInnes being named head coach, the mistakes around Neil Critchley's appointment, his relegation fears, the future of Lawrence Shankland, Tony Bloom's possible investment, challenging for the Scottish Premiership title and more.
May 20, 2025•27 min
Sky Sports' Alan Myers looks back at the history and memories of the 'Grand Old Lady', as Everton's men's senior side prepare to say 'Goodbye Goodison'. You can watch the full documentary on the Sky Sports News YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWHu3ZiE_eA. The 'Goodbye Goodison' audio podcast was produced by Daniel Eales, Matthew Prior, Alan Myers and Chessie Bent.
May 16, 2025•31 min
Even with the prospect of winning the Europa League, can Manchester United or Tottenham claim to have had a more successful season than Champions League semi-finalists Arsenal? Sky Sports' Football Journalists Sam Blitz, Declan OIley and Zinny Boswell join Dougie Critchley for this special Essential Football podcast. Listen to every episode of Essential Football on Apple Podcasts , Spotify or Spreaker . You can also listen to Essential Football on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player ...
May 15, 2025•31 min
Adam Smith brings you the last in our series of special podcasts for Mental Health Awareness Week, where Premier League stars discuss the times in their careers where they’ve struggled with their mental health. In this episode, goalkeeper Jason Steele opens up about suffering back-to-back relegations and nearly quitting the game, to signing for Brighton in the Premier League. Jason speaks very openly and honestly about his mental health. If you've been affected by any of the themes covered in th...
May 14, 2025•18 min
For Mental Health Awareness Week, Adam Smith brings you the latest in our series of special podcasts, where Premier League stars discuss the times in their careers where they’ve struggled with their mental health. In this episode, Adam is joined by Nottingham Forest's Harry Toffolo, who opens up about a decision that he made early on in football that he feared could have finished his career. Harry also explains the impact his many loan moves had on him and his family, and how he overcame 's now ...
May 14, 2025•17 min
It's Mental Health Awareness Week and in a series of special podcasts for Sky Sports, Adam Smith sits down with Premier League stars to discuss the times in their careers where they’ve struggled with their mental health. In this episode, Adam is joined by defender Conor Coady who explains how it felt to leave his boyhood club Liverpool, how relegation with Leicester City is the toughest moment of his career, and how he balances life as a footballer with being a dad of four. If you've been affect...
May 12, 2025•35 min
Duncan Ferguson joins the Essential Football Podcast, to discuss his life in football - on and off the pitch. His new book, Big Dunc, tackles his time at Everton and Newcastle, his managerial aspirations and saying goodbye to Goodison Park. Ron Walker and Peter Smith also look back on a week of European football for our English sides. Listen to every episode of Essential Football on Apple Podcasts , Spotify or Spreaker . You can also listen to Essential Football on your smart speaker by saying "...
May 09, 2025•53 min
Sky Sports' Peter Smith, Nick Wright and David Richardson look back on a memorable week in Europe for some of our Premier League clubs, and look ahead to their return to League action this weekend. Listen to every episode of Essential Football on Apple Podcasts , Spotify or Spreaker . You can also listen to Essential Football on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Essential Football". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/football For advertising opportuniti...
May 02, 2025•35 min
"LFC Twenty" looks back on Liverpool's Premier League title victory of 2025. Search for it wherever you get your podcasts or click on this link: https://pod.fo/e/2cdc16
Apr 28, 2025•46 sec
Peter Smith, Sam Blitz and Adam Bate look ahead to Liverpool against Tottenham on Super Sunday, as the Reds need just a point to clinch their 20th English League title. Hear from manager Arne Slot in the build up to a match you can watch on Sky Sports on Sunday. Plus, who will make it to the FA Cup final? We preview this weekend's semi-finals at Wembley. Keep across all the action on Sky Sports.
Apr 25, 2025•35 min
Ron Walker, Sam Blitz and Will Bitibiri look ahead to the weekend's Premier League fixtures and discuss what Mo Salah's new contract at Liverpool could mean for the club as they try to wrap up the title. Watch Arsenal vs Brentford, Liverpool vs West Ham, Newcastle vs Manchester United and Bournemouth vs Fulham all live on Sky Sports over the weekend. Listen to every episode of Essential Football on Apple Podcasts , Spotify or Spreaker . You can also listen to Essential Football on your smart spe...
Apr 11, 2025•41 min
Legendary goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel joins the podcast this week to preview Sunday's Manchester derby between United and City at Old Trafford. Ron Walker and Dave Richardson tee up the game and discuss the major talking points before we hear from Peter in the second half of the episode. Peter also talks to Ron about " Schmeichel " - a brand-new Sky Exclusive feature documentary which offers an exclusive look at his life and career. " Schmeichel " is available on Sky Documentaries and streaming ...
Apr 03, 2025•31 min
Former Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher, joins Sky Sports’ Vicky Gomersall to discuss Trent Alexander-Arnold’s expected move from Liverpool to Real Madrid this summer. Listen to every episode of Essential Football on Apple Podcasts , Spotify or Spreaker . You can also listen to Essential Football on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Essential Football". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/football For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts...
Mar 27, 2025•23 min
In the latest episode of the Next Up series, we take a closer look at Geovany Quenda after Chelsea agreed a deal with Sporting for the exciting teenager. Ron Walker and Zinny Boswell look at how Chelsea moved quickly to sign him amid Man Utd interest, his rise to prominence and where he might fit in at Stamford Bridge. Listen to every episode of Essential Football on Apple Podcasts , Spotify or Spreaker . You can also listen to Essential Football on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Playe...
Mar 26, 2025•24 min
On an Essential Football special and only days before Thomas Tuchel becomes the third foreign coach to sit in the home dugout for an England Men's national team game, we're going on a deep dive into why there are so few English coaches at the top of the game. At the start of the Premier League in 1992, only one of the 22 managers was from overseas - and that was Irishman Joe Kinnear.But as the game has grown more global, Englishmen have fallen by the wayside. How do England make sure when they m...
Mar 20, 2025•55 min
What's a vegan football boot, and is it any good? Rangers Women's Tessel Middag is the final guest on Playing for the Planet season 4, and she tells David Garrido about her journey in climate action, including wearing sustainable Sokito boots. Tessel talks about how fans can get involved, about standing up to FIFA, all ahead of Rangers v Hibernian in the Sky Sports Cup Final this weekend.
Mar 20, 2025•21 min
Sky Sports presenter David Garrido has an engaging chat with Dr Brett Staniland - model, sustainable fashion advocate and Derby County fan. They discuss how the clothing and textile industry contributes to climate change, how sportswear companies can help by setting new standards, and where progress is being and could be made in future - all in episode 3 of season 4 of Playing for the Planet.
Mar 19, 2025•26 min
This week, we open the doors to a British boxing legend. The first female to compete for Team GB at The Olympics and a two-weight world champion, but did you know she had early ambitions of being a World Cup winner instead? A Liverpool fan, she remembers the 2005 Miracle of Istanbul very fondly, but not for the reason you might expect. And stand by for the most unique Favourite Player selections in Football Museum history. The Football Museum will be closing its doors for a brief refurbishment, ...
Mar 18, 2025•34 min
In this second episode of season 4 of our Playing for the Planet series, David Garrido speaks to Magda Pozzo, part of the ownership group at Udinese Calcio. Magda explains how she brought football, fashion and sustainability together in the club's launch of their third shirt, and why being climate-conscious and activating well with partners can help a club's bottom line and balance sheet.
Mar 18, 2025•23 min
Sky Sports presenter David Garrido speaks to former England and Premier League goalkeeper David James as the Green Football campaign continues. In this first episode of season 4 of Playing for the Planet, they discuss James' favourite jerseys from his career, how kit has changed over time, and his role with Utilita as co-founder and ambassador of their Football Rebooted initiative.
Mar 17, 2025•24 min
Sky Sports’ Ron Walker, Richard Morgan and David Richardson look ahead to Sunday’s League Cup final, live on Sky Sports, between Liverpool and Newcastle.
Mar 14, 2025•30 min
Dance music legend Pete Tong swaps decks and tunes for footy firsts and favourites. A rave icon across the world - but which iconic Arsenal goal was he in the stands to witness? He's played to some very famous faces, but find out which Premier League players used to join him in the DJ booth after their match on a weekend. Ibiza Classics returns for its tenth anniversary this year, and Pete is taking it back to where it all began - The Royal Albert Hall. Tickets are available now. The Football Mu...
Mar 11, 2025•28 min
Sky Sports’ Football Journalists Ron Walker, Peter Smith, Nick Wright & David Richardson assess the progress (or lack of) being made by Ruben Amorim, how that compares to Mikel Arteta’s improvement of Arsenal and whether the Portuguese can again restrict the Gunners after their goal glut at PSV. You can watch Manchester United against Arsenal live on Super Sunday from 4.30pm on Sky Sports.
Mar 07, 2025•36 min
National treasure, TV hardman and West Ham-obsessed Danny Dyer enters The Football Museum! He talks us through the moment he first fell in love with The Hammers, and why 'Cockney Reds' aren't for him. The future father-in-law of West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen, Danny reveals why Jarrod gets an easier ride than most. Danny's new film, Marching Powder, is only in cinemas on March 7th. The Football Museum is open every week, so if you enjoyed your visit, please leave us a review on your podcast platf...
Mar 04, 2025•28 min
