After an incredible 210 minutes of football Gianluigi Donnarumma saved penalties from Darwin Nunez and Curtis Jones to put Paris Saint Germain into the Champions League quarter finals at Liverpool’s expense. Arne Slot gives his verdict on ‘the best game of football’ he’s been involved in. Mark Chapman is joined by former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock, Ian Dennis and Statman Dave for reaction to the tie, and French Football Journalist Julien Laurens joins the football daily to discuss how im...
Mar 12, 2025•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines discuss the sacking of Manchester City manager Gareth Taylor days before the League Cup final against Chelsea. Ellen and Jen share their insight on interim boss Nick Cushing who they have both played under and why he is the right fit. Hear from City’s Vivianne Miedema on the departure of Gareth Taylor heading into crucial run of fixtures. What happened to Arsenal who were put out of the FA Cup by Liverpool? Plus Ben sat down with Lucy Bronze as she prepare...
Mar 11, 2025•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast After Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s comments following his first year as minority owner of Manchester United, the panel react to his claims about the club’s financial situation and his aims for the club’s future. EFL Chairman Rick Parry also joins Mark Chapman, Chris Sutton, Shay Given and Rory Smith on this week’s Monday Night Club to talk about the disparity between the Premier League and the EFL and how the Football Regulator Bill could help. They also discuss Bournemouth, and the art of the wall – sho...
Mar 10, 2025•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe sits down exclusively with BBC Sports Editor Dan Roan. They discuss his ‘challenging’ first year at the club, manager Ruben Amorim, the club’s finances, ticket price rises, his cost-cutting programme, plans for a new stadium and more. Find more on this interview across the BBC Sport website and app and watch the conversation on BBC iPlayer. BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 11 Mar 2000 Liverpool v PSG in the Champions League, Wed 12 Mar ...
Mar 10, 2025•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Arsenal slip up at Man Utd as Liverpool go 15 points clear. Darren Fletcher is joined by Clinton Morrison and Nigel Reo-Coker. Hear from Mikel Arteta, Ruben Amorim and Callum Hudson-Odoi after Nottingham Forest beat Manchester City as the race for the Champions League hots up. And with Cole Palmer missing from the spot for Chelsea, will anyone answer the half-time teaser correctly? 03:05 Time for Liverpool to book the open-top bus? 05:20 Mikel Arteta as Arsenal drop points 07:20 Will Arsenal eve...
Mar 09, 2025•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Clive Myrie tells the football story of the century: the rise of Manchester City and the Premier League allegations of financial rule-breaking that threaten to bring the club crashing down. Football on Trial is a Tortoise Media production for BBC Sounds and BBC Radio 5 Live.
Mar 09, 2025•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dion Dublin visits Coventry City's training ground to speak with manager Frank Lampard. The Sky Blues find themselves 5th in the Championship, with eight wins in their last nine games, having been 17th in the table when Lampard took charge. He talks about benefiting from 18 months out of management, his previous jobs, his time at Coventry so far and ambitions for the final 11 games of the season.
Mar 08, 2025•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ian Dennis is back with John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball to tell the stories behind the 5 Live commentaries. From John’s fancy food at PSG to seeing ‘episcopal purple’ in Notre-Dame. It’s Ian vs John in a Liverpool-themed Clash of the Commentators. And what will make it into the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? 04:00 Ali gets glasses & football lookalikes 06:50 Using visual identifiers when players look similar 13:30 ‘Smash and grab’ for the Great Glossary? 18:40 Ian sees eight goals i...
Mar 07, 2025•57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle to discuss the latest from the world of European football. They dissect the biggest storylines from this week's Champions League action, focusing on the performances of goalkeepers including Alisson Becker, who played a key role in Liverpool's win at Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their last-16 tie. The podcast moves on to the derby knockout clash between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid, before considering ...
Mar 06, 2025•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Alisson’s “best performance of his life” helped Liverpool to a stunning 1-0 win at Paris Saint Germain in the Champions League. Where does that leave both sides heading into the second leg at Anfield? Mark Chapman, commentator John Murray and former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock review the action, and break down Alisson’s outstanding display. Journalist and broadcaster Archie Rhind-Tutt joins the podcast from the Allianz Arena after Bayern Munich’s thrashing of German rivals Bayer Leverkuse...
Mar 06, 2025•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by West Brom’s Jed Wallace. They discuss Guardiola’s comments on the FA Cup ball and whether pitches are the real problem in the EFL. Jed lifts the lid on life under Tony Mowbray at West Brom and reveals whether ketchup has returned to the canteen. And could League One leaders Birmingham be set for a slide? 01:30 Jed Wallace on the mend 06:10 Guardiola making excuses about the FA Cup ball? 08:40 Are pitches the real problem in the EFL? 12:15 Jed’s West Brom...
Mar 05, 2025•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Arsenal and Aston Villa both achieved great victories away from home in the first legs of their last-16 ties in the Champions League. Mikel Arteta's side thumped PSV Eindhoven 7-1, while Villa beat Club Brugge 3-1 in Belgium. Kelly Cates presents reaction to both games, with Senior Football Reporter Ian Dennis alongside Chris Sutton at the Philips Stadion. Former England midfielder Andros Townsend also joins to provide his insight, before the podcast concludes by looking ahead to Wednesday night...
Mar 05, 2025•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines examine whether the WSL could remove relegation as a way of expanding the division. They're joined by BBC Sport's Emma Sanders to explain the proposals that are under consideration. They also look at two days of managerial departures in the WSL, with Liverpool and Crystal Palace both changing their head coaches. TIMECODES 00:14 Ellen White and her legacy cap 04:10 A dramatic return for the WSL 11:25 What next for Liverpool after Matt Beard's departure 18:2...
Mar 04, 2025•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast John Bennett presents a preview to the Champions League Last 16 first legs. Rory Smith and Nedum Onuoha join John as the Champions League RO16 first legs approach. Aston Villa travel to Club Brugge with January signings Marco Asensio and Marcus Rashford in fine form. A tie against Liverpool or PSG would await Unai Emery if Villa can get past the Belgian Pro League side. With a 13-point gap between league-leaders Liverpool and Arsenal, the Champions League is now Mikel Arteta’s last realistic cha...
Mar 03, 2025•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Darren Fletcher is joined by Paul Robinson and Nigel Reo-Coker. Also hear from Ruben Amorim, Marco Silva, Oliver Glasner and Paul Heckingbottom as the panel reflect on the FA Cup fifth round. From holders Manchester United crashing out and THAT challenge on Jean-Philippe Mateta, to a likely cup final suspension for Anthony Gordon and a seven-minute VAR delay at Bournemouth, there is plenty to discuss. 04:10 Holders Man Utd are out 18:00 THAT challenge on Mateta 25:00 Gordon set to miss League Cu...
Mar 02, 2025•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Clive Myrie tells the football story of the century: the rise of Manchester City and the Premier League allegations of financial rule-breaking that threaten to bring the club crashing down. Football on Trial is a Tortoise Media production for BBC Sounds and BBC Radio 5 Live.
Mar 01, 2025•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Manchester United defender Harry Maguire chats with BBC Sport's Kelly Somers to discuss manager Ruben Amorim's tactics, his relationship with captain Bruno Fernandes and how the squad deals with heavy criticism
Feb 28, 2025•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Peter Drury goes behind the microphone with John Murray and Alistair Bruce-Ball. He talks through his early days as a 5 Live football commentator, his relationship with words and how he thinks he may have put the commentator’s curse on Manchester United! Also Peter goes head-to-head with John Murray in a heavyweight Clash of the Commentators. And clarification on the Great Glossary criteria! 03:45 Peter’s route into the industry 05:50 Peter’s first radio commentary 11:30 Peter’s broadcasting ins...
Feb 28, 2025•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balagué, Raphael Honigstein and Julien Laurens to discuss the latest from the world of European football. The guys chat about the latest stories from Europe's cup competitions, before we hear a sit-down interview between Guillem and former Barcelona player, Bojan Krkić. Bojan opens up about his struggles with mental health and anxiety during his playing career. Then, we hear all about the thrilling finish that the Bundesliga 2, Germany's second division, looks...
Feb 27, 2025•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by new Cambridge director of football Mark Bonner. They chat Championship promotion race after Leeds win at Sheffield United. Hear from Daniel Farke and Chris Wilder. What about Blackburn appointing Valérien Ismaël? Plus will there be handshakes or fisticuffs as the panel discuss Derek Adams’ comments about respect in football. 01:25 Jobi’s ‘pundit pumps’ go viral 02:30 Bonner on re-joining Cambridge 07:10 Leeds win at Sheff Utd 16:00 How much of a setback ...
Feb 27, 2025•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mark Chapman presents reaction to the midweek Premier League fixtures. Dion Dublin and Aaron Lennon join Mark as Man Utd edge Ipswich, and Liverpool go 13 points clear at the top. 10-man Manchester United secured a dramatic three points after conceding first against Ipswich, turning the game around and edging a 3-2 thriller. Hear from the Red Devils manager Ruben Amorim. Arsenal were held to a 0-0 draw away at Nottingham Forest, meaning a Liverpool win would send Arne Slot's side 13 points clear...
Feb 26, 2025•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Katie Smith is joined by Izzy Christiansen and Alistair Bruce-Ball as England beat World Champions Spain 1-0 in the Nations League at Wembley. Hear from goal scorer Jess Park, goalkeeper Hannah Hampton and manager Sarina Wiegman on that impressive display. It was the first time England have faced Spain since the World Cup final in 2023 and this was a Lionesses side that showed they are getting closer to their best. The result boosts their position in the Women's Nations League table and is a big...
Feb 26, 2025•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Chelsea back in the top four & Crystal Palace thump Aston Villa. Steve Crossman is joined by Clinton Morrison, Andy Reid and Mark Schwarzer. Also hear from Oliver Glasner, Enzo Maresca, Marco Silva and Fabian Hurzeler. And Ali Maxwell from the Not The Top 20 Pod swings by to talk EFL Championship. 02:20 Oliver Glasner interview after Palace hit four past Villa 08:35 Fabian Hurzeler interview after Welbeck scores winner 12:25 Chelsea move into top four with win over Southampton 18:35 Wolves l...
Feb 26, 2025•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines reflect on England’s disappointing draw against Portugal in the Nations League and how things can be improved against Spain at Wembley. Jen also gives her thoughts on where Scotland are given the changes to the squad and management. Ben has caught up with Ella Toone and Keira Walsh on how it feels preparing to face Spain for the first time since that World Cup final. You’ll also hear from Spain and Arsenal defender Laia Codina - who talks about the difficu...
Feb 25, 2025•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast On this week’s Monday Night Club, the panel react to Rangers sacking Philippe Clement after 16 months in charge. What’s gone so wrong for him and where will Rangers turn next? Does the interim manager Barry Ferguson have the answer? BBC Scotland’s Tom English joins Chris Sutton, Rory Smith, Paul Robinson and Mark Chapman to react to the news of Clement’s departure. They also discuss who is in the hunt for Champions League spots – Chris has it all worked out with his system – but how will the lik...
Feb 24, 2025•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Is the title race done? Liverpool beat Man City to go 11 points clear of Arsenal. Rick Edwards is joined by Clinton Morrison and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards. Also hear from Andy Robertson, Arne Slot and Pep Guardiola. The guys also discuss the battle for the top four and the survival scrap… and a mystery Malteser… 02:25 Liverpool stretch lead at the top 07:00 Andy Robertson INTERVIEW 09:45 Mo Salah for Ballon d’Or? 15:25 Arne Slot INTERVIEW 19:15 ‘Set piece balance’ concept 20:45 Pep Guardiola ...
Feb 23, 2025•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast Wolves forward Matheus Cunha welcomes Kelly Somers to the club for a sit-down, where he talks about life in the Premier League, battling relegation and his aspirations on the international scene with Brazil.
Feb 22, 2025•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are the Lionesses progressing enough ahead of their Euros title defence? Katie Smith reflects on a frustrating night for England as they were held to a 1-1 draw in Portugal in their Nations League opener. She's joined by former Lionesses goalkeeper Karen Bardsley and Aston Villa midfielder Lucy Staniforth to ask if Sarina Weigman's side are on the right track ahead of Euro 2025. We also hear from the England head coach and defender Millie Bright. There's also reaction to another bad night for Le...
Feb 22, 2025•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast John Murray and Alistair Bruce-Ball are joined by Chris Coles to talk commentary life. From keeping warm with Oliver Glasner to cringey early commentary moments, there are plenty of stories to be told. And Giulia Bould from BBC Radio Merseyside lifts the lid on the new Everton Stadium and reveals what ‘The Commentators’ View’ will be on Bramley-Moore Dock. 03:15 Taking the Local Radio route 04:40 First games working at football 10:45 Oliver Glasner jumper-watch 12:45 Painting the pictures in com...
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Marcel van der Kraan on this episode of the Euro Leagues. The team reflect on the results of the Champions League play-offs, discuss why Italian clubs have failed this season, and unravel the dispute between Ademola Lookman and Atalanta manager, Gian Piero Gasperini. They are then joined by interim manager for Belgian side Lommel SK, Ryan Garry. And finally a quick word on Mbappe's hat-trick heroics against Manchester City this we...
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