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World Cup winner and Spain's record goalscorer, David Villa, joins Rick Edwards to reflect on Spain's impressive 2-0 win over Austria and explains why he believes they can go all the way at this World Cup. The former Spain striker also discusses Mikel Oyarzabal's importance to this team, shares memories of playing alongside Lionel Messi and reveals what it takes to win football's biggest prize. With Lloyd Griffith away in Las Vegas, Guillem Balague and Dion Dublin join Rick to analyse Spain's la...
Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith recap England's dramatic 2-1 World Cup victory against DR Congo, sharing their personal viewing experience and the anxiety it caused. Joined by football correspondent John Murray and FOX Sports commentator Rodolfo Landeros, the conversation pivots to England's formidable next opponent, Mexico, at the iconic Azteca Stadium. They explore Mexico's strong home advantage, the impact of altitude, fan atmosphere, and the individual talents expected to shine in this highly anticipated Round of 16 clash.
Relive the atmosphere and instant reaction from 5 Live at full-time as England's World Cup dream is saved by Harry Kane's brace against DR Congo. They now face Mexico in the cauldron of the Azteca Stadium for the Round of 16. Kelly Cates is joined by former England players Steph Houghton and Paul Robinson, plus John Murray and Kelly Somers get reaction from head coach Thomas Tuchel and the players. The Observer's Football Correspondent Rory Smith also gives his thoughts on the match. INTERVIEWS ...
England boss Thomas Tuchel and goalkeeper Jordan Pickford have been speaking to John Murray ahead of their Round of 32 tie against DR Congo. They talk about their expectations from a side that have impressed so far at the World Cup. And with penalty shootouts being ever present in this round so far, they discuss how they've prepared for that and whether they'll follow the blueprint set by Gareth Southgate. John is also joined by former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson and they talk about how Eng...
What does it mean to captain the USA at a home World Cup? Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith sit down with Tim Ream to talk about leading the United States, the responsibility of wearing the armband, the legacy this team hopes to leave behind and whether he'll keep his famous blonde hair if the USA win the World Cup. The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell joins to look back on another day in the last 16 as Norway, France and Mexico all book their places in the quarter-finals, while Erling Haaland and Kylia...
Germany and the Netherlands are both out of the World Cup after dramatic penalty shootout defeats. Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by Raphael Honigstein to react to Germany's shock exit to Paraguay, ask where it all went wrong and discuss what comes next. Humphrey Ker also drops by to talk Wrexham, life working across the UK and USA, and how he spotted Switzerland's John Manzambi a few years ago and wanted to sign him. Plus, Brazil and Morocco book their place in the last 16 and Rick ...
Former Chelsea and Spain captain César Azpilicueta talks to Steve Crossman about playing with a young Lamine Yamal, his time at Chelsea with Reece James and Thomas Tuchel, and his early years at Marseille working under Didier Deschamps. TIMECODES: 05:21 – Working with Didier Deschamps at Marseille 12:45 – Lamine Yamal 21:08 – Reece James 23:57 – Thomas Tuchel
Relive the atmosphere and instant reaction from 5 Live at full-time as England beat Panama at New York New Jersey Stadium to finish top of Group L at the FIFA World Cup. Mark Chapman is joined by Alan Shearer, Matthew Upson, Paul Robinson and correspondent John Murray. Also hear from Jude Bellingham, Thomas Tuchel, Marcus Rashford, Ezri Konsa and Harry Kane. INTERVIEWS 09:55 Jude Bellingham, 15:50 Thomas Tuchel, 21:15 Marcus Rashford, 25:35 Ezri Konsa, 31:00 Harry Kane. 5 Live / BBC Sounds comme...
Steve Clarke has resigned as Scotland manager following their World Cup exit, with Eilidh Barbour joining Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith to react to the news and assess what went wrong for Scotland. England are through to the last 32 after a 2-0 win over Panama. Paul Robinson joins from the stadium to break down another slightly underwhelming performance, with Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham again central to the result to get the job done. The Athletic's Adam Crafton looks ahead to England’s kno...
Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith recap the latest World Cup action, including Cape Verde's shocking qualification and Uruguay's controversial exit. They interview Fulham owner Tony Khan, who shares insights on managing players during the tournament, the business of scouting, and the club's recent leadership changes. Guillem Balague provides deeper analysis on key matches, the Golden Boot race, and the lasting legacy of the World Cup in North America, while the hosts also discuss the increasing player workload and fan engagement.
Hosts Lloyd Griffith and Betty Glover (filling in for Rick Edwards) break down a dramatic day at the World Cup, highlighting Ecuador's historic 2-1 victory against Germany. They also explore the burgeoning football culture in the USA through Betty's experiences watching games with diverse fan groups. Former Netherlands defender Mario Melchiot joins to provide tactical insights on Germany's performance, delve into the psychological aspect of goalkeeping with Manuel Neuer, share nostalgic memories of the Azteca Stadium, and preview the highly anticipated Netherlands vs. Morocco clash.
Mayor Mamdani reflects on the USA's World Cup progress and the transformative effect of the Knicks' championship win on New York City, emphasizing sport's role in community building. He shares insights on authentic leadership, ensuring World Cup accessibility for fans, and navigating affordability challenges. The episode also touches on political leadership skills and his personal passion for English cricket.
John Murray, Ian Dennis, and Ali Bruce-Ball discuss their contrasting World Cup experiences, with John immersed in Mexico City's vibrant atmosphere and Ian navigating NBA-overshadowed New Jersey and a viral stadium review. They delve into the challenges of vast US stadiums, fan culture, and the logistical hurdles of match-day travel, including storm delays and traffic. The episode also covers England's tournament performance, reflections on top teams, Messi's record-breaking goal, and behind-the-scenes insights into commentating, alongside engaging listener questions.
Scotland's World Cup hopes are looking more unlikely after defeat to Brazil, but is there still a way through? Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by Kasper Schmeichel to assess Scotland's position and discuss the mindset needed when a tournament doesn't go according to plan. The former Denmark goalkeeper explains how players recover from mistakes on the biggest stage, why the World Cup ball has become such a talking point among goalkeepers and what makes every goalkeeper different. Lloyd...
This episode breaks down England's surprising 0-0 draw against Ghana at the World Cup, featuring instant reactions from players like Declan Rice, Harry Kane, Marc Guehi, and Jordan Pickford, along with manager Thomas Tuchel. While England dominated possession, they struggled to penetrate Ghana's disciplined defense, leading to a crucial "reality check." Ghana's coach, Carlos Queiroz, expressed pride in his team's executed game plan, leaving England to ponder tactical adjustments for upcoming matches.
This episode of Football Daily sees Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith joined by Stephen Warnock to dissect England's disappointing nil-nil draw with Ghana, analyzing tactical struggles and VAR controversies. They also hear from Eilidh Barbour on Scotland's crucial World Cup match against Brazil, discussing fan experiences and team readiness. The hosts then eat "humble pie" after Cristiano Ronaldo's two-goal performance for Portugal, which contradicted their earlier skepticism.
England boss Thomas Tuchel and vice-captain Declan Rice have been speaking to John Murray ahead of their second group game against Ghana. They reflect on the mood in the England camp following the Croatia win in their first group match and how important a win against Ghana could be. John is also joined by former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson, they talk about how England need to take advantage of their 'attacking freedom' and how the weather forecasted could work in England's favour, but also ...
Messi, Mbappé and Haaland all scored twice on a day dominated by the World Cup’s biggest stars. Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith react to another record-breaking night for Lionel Messi, who became the tournament’s all-time leading goalscorer, and discuss what it means for his place in football history. Julien Laurens joins to assess a huge day for the superstars, reflect on France’s dramatic win over Iraq and a 130-minute weather delay. Kelly Somers brings the latest from England camp ahead of th...
Spain produced one of the performances of the World Cup so far as they swept aside Saudi Arabia 4-0, while Cape Verde continued their remarkable tournament with a shock draw against Uruguay. Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith react to another big day at the World Cup and are joined by Elizabeth Conway from Atlanta, where she watched Spain's impressive victory and a standout display from Lamine Yamal. Will this be his tournament? The team also discuss Cape Verde's latest giant-killing result and wha...
Gaël Clichy joins Wayne for the latest World Cup debate covering England's hopes, France's expectations and Jordan Henderson's controversial selection. There's also a passionate defence of Kylian Mbappé, with comparisons to an all-time great and a warning that football sometimes does not fully appreciate brilliance until it's gone. This is a fascinating look inside life at a major tournament, with the truth behind France's infamous 2010 World Cup controversy and why modern defenders are struggli...
Scotland suffered a narrow defeat to Morocco, but their World Cup hopes remain firmly alive. Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by Pat Nevin, fresh from the stadium, to reflect on an encouraging performance from Steve Clarke's side. What does the result mean for Scotland's hopes of reaching the knockout stages, and what can they take into a huge game against Brazil? South American football journalist Tim Vickery joins the pod to discuss the mood around Brazil after their win over Haiti a...
Scotland face their biggest test of the World Cup so far as they prepare to take on Morocco. Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by former Scotland international Charlie Adam to preview a huge match for Steve Clarke's side. German football journalist Raphael Honigstein joins Rick & Lloyd in Santa Monica to look back on the opening round of group games and separate the genuine contenders from the early overreactions. Are Spain already out of the running after their draw with Cape Verde...
Thomas Frank joins Breakfast in America to talk World Cup egos, the joy of Lionel Messi, Harry Kane’s mentality, building international squads and much more. Steve Crossman is alongside former Scotland striker Kris Boyd and The Athletic’s Adam Crafton in Bubby Diner’s in Manhattan. Listen to our live show in New York and Boston on BBC Sounds every weekday between 1pm and 3pm. Timecodes 00:45 Thomas Frank’s other big sporting event of the summer 02:15 How do you manage megastars? 04:30 Are top pl...
England's World Cup campaign is up and running after a 4-2 victory over Croatia. Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith react alongside Paul Robinson, who was at the stadium to witness England's opening win. The team discuss Jude Bellingham's standout display after admitting he had a chip on his shoulder heading into the tournament, while Harry Kane once again showed why he's England's talisman on the biggest stage. They are also joined by Royal Oak Sunday League manager Steve Bracknall, who made the t...
England's World Cup campaign is about to begin. Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by John Murray and Paul Robinson from Dallas, where Thomas Tuchel and Harry Kane have been speaking to the media ahead of England's opening match against Croatia. We hear from both of them and assess England's chances before they get their tournament under way. Before that, the team react to another historic night for Lionel Messi. He became the oldest player to score a World Cup hat-trick as he continues ...
France's all-time leading goalscorer Olivier Giroud speaks to Mark Chapman about winning the World Cup in 2018, Didier Deschamps and what Kylian Mbappe is like as a person amongst the French squad. On winning the World Cup, he talks about playing a selfless role in the team and not getting on the scoresheet at the tournament. He also reflects on his time at Arsenal and the amount of respect he has for Arsene Wenger, and how he knew Mikel Arteta would go onto become a manager. 0’15 - Is it strang...
Cape Verde produce the shock of the World Cup so far after holding Spain to a goalless draw. Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith react to a remarkable result and ask what went wrong for one of the tournament favourites. Guillem Balague joins the pod to assess Spain's performance, what needs to change and whether Cape Verde can build on a historic point. Guillem also discusses Egypt's Abdelkarim following his recent move to Barcelona and explains why he's one of the most exciting young talents at the...
Jordan Pickford joins Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith from England camp ahead of their opening game. Lloyd is reunited with his self-proclaimed mate, while New Zealand goalkeeper Max Crocombe, also joins from his team's training camp to discuss life at the tournament and preparing for their highly anticipated opening game against Iran. Back in Santa Monica, former Netherlands defender Mario Melchiot joins Rick and Lloyd in Ye Olde King's Head. They reflect on the Netherlands' 2-2 draw with Japan...
Scotland's first World Cup match in 28 years ends with a win. Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith react to a huge 1-0 victory over Haiti alongside former Scotland international Charlie Adam, who talks about what the result means and whether Steve Clarke's side can build on a dream start to the tournament. They also look back on Brazil's opening match against Morocco and ask whether Brazil still carry the same aura they once did. Who are the stars carrying this team and where do they sit among the to...
Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith have been to their first World Cup match. The pair were in Los Angeles to watch the USA's opening game, a chaotic 4-1 win over Paraguay that featured goals, drama and one of the most bizarre and confusing cases of a yellow card you'll ever see. Joined by ESPN's Mark Ogden, Rick and Lloyd compare notes on their first World Cup matchday experience in the States. From the chants and atmosphere to the food, drinks, sights and smells around the stadium, what is it real...
