Ep 373: I return to update you with the Summer 2025 and how it’s gone for some of our youth level teams that were involved in summer tournaments, I also have my say on why next year’s 2026 World Cup could be a potential disaster, and I pay tribute to former Three Lion Alan Peacock. Running time 28:04 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Jul 03, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 373
Ep 372: The pod returns after a short break, and it’s time to take a look at the upcoming women’s European Championships taking place in Switzerland. I’m joined by the Evening Standard’s Dom Smith to cast our eyes over the Lionesses chances. Running time 34:30 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Jul 01, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 372
Ep 371: Better late than never, a look back on our win over Andorra in Barcelona and the defeat to Senegal in Nottingham, I also cast my eye over how the qualifying for World Cup 2026 is going across the confederations. Running time 51:54 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Jun 16, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 371
Ep 370: The 2026 World Cup is a year away, this is part 3 in a 3-part mini-series, taking a look at and speaking with someone from each host country about what the feeling is like there and giving some handy tips. This is USA with Gurav Singhvi. Running time 41:15 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Jun 13, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 370
Ep 369: The 2026 World Cup is a year away, this is part 2 in a 3-part mini-series, taking a look at and speaking with someone from each host country about what the feeling is like there and giving some handy tips. This is Canada with Paul and Josh. Running time 45:16 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Jun 12, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 369
Ep 368: The 2026 World Cup is a year away, this is the first in a 3-part mini-series, taking a look at and speaking with someone from each host country about what the feeling is like there and giving some handy tips. First up is Mexico with Alberto. Running Time: 37:58 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Jun 11, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 368
Ep 367: Our senior men return to action with a WCQ away to Andorra and a home friendly against Senegal, I have all the info for you in this preview episode. The squad, news from Andorra, the feeling around The Lions of Teranga, the hot spots of Nottingham and remind you of England Shirt Day. I hope you enjoy it. Running Time: 1:17:19 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 367
Ep 366: The Lionesses are once again back in Nations League action, home to Portugal and away to Spain, I bring you all the details, plus my take on Mary Earps international retirement. Running Time: 22:29 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
May 27, 2025•23 min•Season 1Ep. 366
Ep 365: Phil Stevenson is an England World Cup Winner. Tune in to hear all about how he was part of the over 75’s World Cup. Also #EnglandShirtDay, let me tell you more about it. Running Time: 35:57 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
May 22, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 365
Ep 364: May 15th is International day of families, so what better opportunity to take a look at some of the family England connections over the years. Who is related to who. Some may surprise you. Running Time: 27:13 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
May 15, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 364
Ep 363: Season is almost over, summer is almost upon us, that doesn’t mean the football stops, there are a few tournaments our England sides are involved in, tune into find out who, where and when. Running Time: 23:44 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
May 08, 2025•24 min•Season 1Ep. 363
Ep 362: Refereeing decisions and VAR, England it seems have drawn the short straw over the years, or am I just being bias? Join me on a journey where I look at what has gone against us and on some occasions in our favour. Running Time: 26:41 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
May 01, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 362
Ep 361: After an Easter break the Three Lions Podcast returns, this time talking walking football with Stuart Langworthy from The Walking football association, we cover Womens walking football and the England Parkinson’s team. Running Time: 25:20 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Apr 24, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 361
Ep 360: It’s the episode that you didn’t know you needed. With the announcement of the Andorra match being played in Barcelona, I’ve looked at some of the other matches England have played at neutral venues. Find out what The New York Yankees, the Barcelona Olympics and Cameroon’s vest shirt all have to do with England. Running Time: 34:20 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Ru...
Apr 05, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 360
Ep 359: The Lionesses return to Nations League action, they take on Belgium in a double header, join me as I take a look at the latest squad and how the Nations League looks at the moment. Running Time: 13:58 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Apr 01, 2025•14 min•Season 1Ep. 359
Ep 358: There we go, 2 games, 2 wins, 6 points. Was it enough though? Join me and various other England fans as we look back on Thomas Tuchel’s first games against Albania and Latvia. I also take a glance at who has already qualified for the World Cup 2026. Running Time: 51:44 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Mar 26, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 358
Ep 357: We have a squad and we have 2 games to look forward to. Join me as I dissect Thomas Tuchel’s first England 26 and I’m also joined by Alden to talk Albania and Latvian TV commentator Paulius Jakelis, there’s plenty to talk about. Running Time: 1:02:09 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 357
It’s almost time for Thomas Tuchel to select his first England squad. Whilst he may have plenty of options to consider, they’ll need to fit into his formation. I’m joined by Aidan Smith from tacticallyspeaking.co.uk to discuss both, the formation and those potential players. Running Time: 1:11:08 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 356
Ep 355: Jude Bellingham, England’s brightest star. Join me as I chat about him with @graemecroser (Graeme Croser), author of Jude’s latest biography, we chat about his journey from Birmingham to Madrid via Dortmund and of course his rise with England. Running Time: 45:00 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Feb 27, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 355
Ep 354: The Lionesses return to action in the Nations League, Portugal away followed by a tough home game against World Champions Spain. I take you through the latest squad and give an update on what’s going on in the WSL. Running Time: 16:17 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Feb 18, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 354
Ep 353: I’m delighted to be joined by former England U21 Euro winner, Nigel Callaghan, he takes us through his U21 and B-Team days and touch on his DJ’ing, we also talk Elton John and Proper football. I also check out the recent transfer window to see who has moved where. Find his MixCloud channel at https://www.mixcloud.com/NigelCallaghan/ Running Time: 47:20 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http...
Feb 06, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 353
Ep 352: It’s 51 days until Thomas Tuchel takes his England team for his first game against Albania. Join me as I take a look at how all the previous 20 managers have fared in their first game. Running Time: 42:49 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Jan 30, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 352
Ep 351: Time for another in our Your England journey series, this time I’m joined by England fan Will Cooper, who takes us back to his earliest memories right up to his most recent trips to see England in action. Running Time: 39:40 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Jan 23, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 351
Ep 350: Where did you get that flag from? Where’s the best place to get a flag? Who makes flags? Ask no more, I’m delighted to be joined by Charlie Barlow from Barmy Flags, who tells us how the company came about and some great stories along the way. Running Time: 58:53 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Jan 16, 2025•59 min•Season 1Ep. 350
Ep 349: Happy New Year. New Year, new job! Thomas T is in the hotseat, what has he been up to? This year also sees the women go to Euro 2025 and we couldn’t let the episode pass without commenting on Sir Gareth Southgate, where I’m joined by Charlie Tidswell from the Gate 102 Podcast. Running Time: 28:35 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Jan 06, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 349
Ep 348: The UEFA qualifying draw for the 2026 World Cup has been made, find out my take on who and when we’re playing, in this the last episode of the year. Thanks for joining me throughout, it’s been really appreciated, apologies for the state of my voice in it. Running Time: 20:40 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Dec 16, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 348
Ep 347: Late goals; love them, hate them. England have had their fair share over the years, join me as I take a look at some of those great ones that have gone our way and a couple of painful ones against us. Running Time: 33:27 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Dec 05, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 347
Ep 346: The Lionesses return, as does Emma Hayes, I’m joined by Rich Laverty to take a look at the upcoming games against USA and Switzerland. Running Time: 36:06 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Nov 25, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 346
Ep 345: Greece and Ireland concluded England’s 2024 Nations League campaign, 2 victories and promotion, we really couldn’t have asked for anything more, join me as I review it all, including a trip to Athens. Running Time: 46:56 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne...
Nov 19, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 345
Ep 344: It’s Matchday 5 & 6 of the Nations League, England travel to Greece hoping to reverse the defeat last month, then finish the campaign at home to Ireland. I’m joined by Stephen Kountourou (@SteveKountourou) to chat Greece from @Hellasfooty and also Joe McCarthy from the Irish Football Fans podcast (@irish_abroad). Running Time: 59:56 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.c...
Nov 11, 2024•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 344
