It’s a busy one on the pod as we are at Tannadice Park, St James’ Park and the Etihad – as Steve Crossman gets the latest from the EFL Cup quarter-finals and asks what’s next for Celtic as they suffer another defeat.The pod starts in Scotland after Wilfried Nancy has now lost all of his first four matches as Celtic manager. It's the first time since January 1978 that the club have had a run like that, that's after Dundee United came from behind to win 2-1. We hear from Nancy himself and Scottish football reporter Kenny Crawford who watched the action unfold. Steve is joined by John Murray and Clinton Morrison as they witnessed Newcastle beat Fulham – in a game that nearly went to penalties! They also hear from Yoane Wissa after he scored his first goal for Newcastle. And not only that, Ian Dennis and Leon Osman join the pod from a very wet Etihad Stadium after they saw Manchester City beat Brentford 2-0 – even Pep Guardiola makes a cameo!And we find out the state of play for the British teams in Women’s Champions League action on Wednesday night, after the final round of league phase fixtures.Timecodes:01:20 – Celtic section. 07:27 – Wilfried Nancy interview. 13:13 – Newcastle v Fulham analysis. 15:00 – Yoane Wissa interview. 1620 – Eddie Howe interview 18:40 – Marco Silva interview. 24:!5 – Manchester City v Brentford chat. 29:20 - Pep Guardiola interview. 33:20 - Keith Andrews audio. 35:00 – Women’s Champions League.

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by the new Bristol Rovers manager Steve Evans. They chat about his reasons for taking the job, and his sadness at it being of the expense of his friend Darrell Clarke. How did Mrs Evans react when the family’s Christmas holiday was cancelled? Steve’s old Stevenage captain Carl Piergianni is up for debate for the ‘Ultimate Hard Men Squad’, and Steve poses a tribute to former player Sol Bamba. Plus, with boxing back on BBC TV, Barnsley’s Callum Simpson pops by to chat about his upcoming fight on Saturday evening – what does he make of Barnsley’s season? And what do Aaron and Jobi make of Preston and Hull, the surprise packages at the top of the Championship?Time Codes: 00:20 – Jobi feeling festive? 03:10 – Steve Evans in at Bristol Rovers 17:25 – ‘Ultimate Hard Men Squad’ 25:30 – Barnsley’s Callum Simpson 35:45 – Top of Championship: Preston & Hull 44:02 – 72Plus/72MinusCommentaries This Week: Thurs 20:00 Sparta Prague v Aberdeen - Sports Extra Sat 15:00 Man City v West Ham - 5 Live Sat 15:00 Brighton v Sunderland - Sports Extra Sat 17:30 Tottenham v Liverpool - 5 Live Sun 13:30 Hearts v Rangers - 5 Live Sun 16:30 Aston Villa v Manchester United - 5 Live

Two subs come to Chelsea’s rescue in the Carabao Cup, and is Bruno Fernandes right to be annoyed?Former Cardiff City striker Danny Gabbidon and ex-Chelsea goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer join Kelly Cates and Alistair Bruce-Ball to review a 3-1 win for Enzo Maresca’s side in the Carabao Cup quarter-final.Cardiff did themselves proud with their performance, but Chelsea come out on top, and what does that mean for Blues boss Maresca? We also hear reaction from double-goalscorer Alejandro Garnacho and Cardiff manager Brian Barry-Murphy, whose team will return to focusing on their League One promotion bid.Later in the show, the panel preview Wednesday night’s two quarter-finals: Newcastle v Fulham and Manchester City against Brentford.Away from the Carabao Cup, Ally considers the news that FIFA has released a new tier of cheaper World Cup tickets, and how significant that really is. Our pundits also look at the situation of Bruno Fernandes at Manchester United, after the Reds captain revealed the club told him they wanted to sell him in summer.And Julien Laurens joins Kelly to delve into the news that Kylian Mbappe has won in court against his former club, PSG.Timecodes: 00:30 Reaction to Cardiff 1-3 Chelsea 05:00 Was Maresca making a point with his XI? 06:45 What can Cardiff take from this impressive performance? 09:30 What now for Chelsea? 10:10 Interview with Alejandro Garnacho 12:40 Reaction from Cardiff boss Brian Barry-Murphy 15:00 Preview of Newcastle v Fulham — how important is this for Eddie Howe? 20:15 Preview of Manchester City v Brentford 23:45 FIFA introduce a new round of cheaper World Cup tickets 25:29 Kylian Mbappe wins in court against PSG! 29:17 Bruno Fernandes ‘hurt’ after Manchester United ‘wanted him to leave’ in the summerCommentaries coming up this week: Wed 19:30 Man City v Brentford - 5 Live Wed 20:15 Newcastle v Fulham - Sports Extra Thurs 20:00 Sparta Prague v Aberdeen - Sports Extra Sat 15:00 Man City v West Ham - 5 Live Sat 15:00 Brighton v Sunderland - Sports Extra Sat 17:30 Tottenham v Liverpool - 5 Live Sun 13:30 Hearts v Rangers - 5 Live Sun 16:30 Aston Villa v Manchester United - 5 Live

Mark Chapman is joined by Phil Jones, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith to discuss a mixed weekend for managers across Scotland and the Premier League.Is Wilfried Nancy already under pressure at Celtic, just three games into the job? The latest defeat came at the hands of St Mirren in the League Cup final and their former captain Stephen McGinn joins the pod.The top three in the Premier League - Arsenal, Manchester City and Aston Villa. What should we take from the fact that those three clubs have Spanish managers all of whom have authority over many aspects of the club which has been built in their image?What's upset Enzo Maresca and does the Chelsea boss get the credit he deserves?Plus, not for the first time this season, Thomas Frank has come under fire after their defeat to Nottingham Forest. The Spurs boss says it's not an easy fix, but is he right?Timecodes: 03'20 St Mirren and Stephen McGinn 15'00 Is Wilfried Nancy already at risk at Celtic? 32'00 Spanish success in the Premier League 42'00 What's upset Enzo Maresca? 52'00 Is Spurs an easy fix for Thomas Frank?Commentaries coming up this week: Tue 2000 Cardiff v Chelsea Wed 1930 Man City v Brentford Wed 2015 Newcastle v Fulham - on Sports Extra

Nick Woltemade gives Sunderland a derby win over Newcastle. Rick Edwards is joined by former West Ham & Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards to review the weekend’s Premier League action. Hear from Regis Le Bris, Eddie Howe, Morgan Rogers, Arne Slot, Enzo Maresca and Scott Parker.01:55 A weekend of own goals but which was best? 05:00 Regis Le Bris & Eddie Howe after the derby 16:05 Morgan Rogers on Aston Villa’s ninth straight win 25:10 Half-time teaser 28:00 Mo Salah but what next for him? 34:55 Tottenham lose 3-0 at Forest 40:30 Enzo Maresca speaks out about ‘worst 48 hours’ 45:50 Arsenal and Man City both win at the top 49:10 Will Scott Parker last the season at Burnley?5 Live / BBC Sounds EFL Cup quarter-final commentaries: Tue 2000 Cardiff v Chelsea, Wed 1930 Man City v Brentford, Wed 2015 Newcastle v Fulham.

In this week’s edition of the Football Interview, Kelly Somers speaks to Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva. They discuss his journey into football coming through the academy at Benfica and his breakthrough at AS Monaco which led to his move Manchester City where he has won 18 major trophies. They also delve into Manchester City's recent form and whether they can lift some silverware this season.

Conor McNamara joins Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball to talk travel, football and language. Ian & Conor give their take on Salah after the drama unfolded with them at Elland Road. They look ahead to the Wear-Tyne derby, it’s Ali vs Ian in Clash of the Commentators, there are yet more unintended pub names, and which commentary phrases will end up in our Great Glossary? Suggestions welcome on WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:35 Why we all love San Siro 04:10 The Bruges or Brugge debate returns 07:15 Salah story unfolds with Ian & Conor 09:20 Has Salah played his last game for Liverpool? 16:25 John Murray’s message from Madrid 20:45 Wear-Tyne derby among Premier League commentaries 27:05 Unintended pub names 40:20 Clash of the Commentators 46:35 Great Glossary of Football Commentary5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Liverpool v Brighton, Sat 1500 Chelsea v Everton on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Burnley v Fulham, Sun 1400 Sunderland v Newcastle, Sun 1400 Crystal Palace v Man City on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Nottingham Forest v Tottenham on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1400 West Ham v Aston Villa on Sports Extra 3, Sun 1630 Brentford v Leeds.Glossary so far (in alphabetical order):DIVISION ONE Bosman, Couldn’t sort their feet out, Cruyff Turn, Dead-ball specialist, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Perfect hat-trick, Points to the spot, Rabona, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep. DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Camped in the opposition half Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Good leave, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, In their pocket, Johnny on the spot, Leading the line, Nutmeg, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Slide-rule pass, Steal a march, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Telegraphed that pass, That’s great… (football), Thunderous strike, Walk it in. UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Is Xabi Alonso’s time up at Real Madrid, why is everyone talking about Paul Pogba’s camels, how is Turkish football headed into ‘panic’, can Lens push PSG for the Ligue 1 title and what on EARTH is going on in the Polish league this season?It’s a packed Euro Leagues episode as Mina Rzouki, Guillem Balague and Julien Laurens join Steve Crossman to go through all the best stories across the continent in the last week.That includes Atalanta’s late victory over Chelsea, and the impressive performance of goalscorer Charles De Ketelaere, as well as Jamie Vardy’s form in Italy, where he’s been named Serie A Player of the Month.Turkish football commentator & presenter Can Onduygu joins the show to dissect the latest in the gambling scandal which has seen more than 1,000 players suspended, and several detained, including players from Fenerbahce and Galatasaray.Polish writer Michal Zachodny also comes on, talking about the struggles of Legia Warsaw, the 15-time champions who are currently in the relegation zone, and the uniqueness of the Polish top-flight this season.Timecodes: 00:10 An unexpected Euro Leagues F1 meet-up 01:52 Paul Pogba's camels 05:55 Xabi Alonso's uncertain Real Madrid future 19:25 Jamie Vardy named Serie A Player of the Month 22:30 Turkish football's 'growing sense of panic' amid gambling investigation, with Can Onduygu 32:00 Lens at the top of Ligue 1! 36:50 What's happening in Poland?!5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Liverpool v Brighton, Sat 1500 Chelsea v Everton on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Burnley v Fulham, Sun 1400 Sunderland v Newcastle, Sun 1400 Crystal Palace v Man City on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Nottingham Forest v Tottenham on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1400 West Ham v Aston Villa on Sports Extra 3, Sun 1630 Brentford v Leeds.

Steve Crossman reacts to Wednesday's Champions League results with correspondent John Murray and former Real Madrid and England defender Jonathan Woodgate.Journalist for Marca, Juan Castro, chats about the pressure mounting on Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso after losing to Manchester City. Does he deserve more time to turn around their poor run of form? We also hear what Pep Guardiola has to say about his side's come-back win in Madrid.After Newcastle suffered a late equaliser from Bayer Leverkusen, we hear from Eddie Howe. Why do they keep making the same errors? Meanwhile Arsenal maintain their 100% win record in the Champions League this season, beating Club Brugge 3-nil. After scoring a brace, what more is there to come from Noni Madueke?Timecodes:   1'45 Real Madrid v Manchester City 17'08 Bayer Leverkusen v Newcastle United 23'40 Club Brugge v ArsenalBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries:  Thursday 11th December 2025 1700: Ferencvaros v Rangers on Sports Extra 1945: Celtic v Roma on Sports Extra 1955: Aberdeen v Strasbourg on Sports Extra 2

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by Phil Brown to discuss the permanent appointment of Tonda Eckert to Southampton. Is there any surprise that Southampton have acted now? Should his contract have been shorter? They also discuss Blackburn’s pitch woes and the investment at Wrexham – is Phil Parkinson the man to take Wrexham to the Premier League? Heartbreak for Lyle Taylor’s Chelmsford City in the FA Cup 2nd Round, but success for Weston-super-Mare – which 3rd round fixtures are they looking out for? Plus, who will the latest additions to the ‘hard men’ XI be? And they discuss their predictions for an unpredictable League 2. And as Phil’s Peterborough Sports head to Scunthorpe in the FA Trophy, he’s been to Southampton, but has he ever been to Scunthorpe?Time Codes:01:52 – How’s Phil getting on at Peterborough Sports? 05:12 – Tonda Eckert appointed permanently at Southampton 17:34 – Blackburn’s match postponed 23:10 – Wrexham investment 31:10 – FA Cup 2nd Round 34:49 – EFL ‘Hard Men’ XI 40:05 – League 2 44:02 – 72Plus/72Minus 46:47 – Phil’s been to Southampton, but has he ever been to Scunthorpe?

It was a mixed night for English sides in the Champions League as Liverpool and Spurs both got vital wins, whilst Chelsea lost away to Atalanta. Kelly Cates has all the reaction and is joined by BBC Senior Football Reporter Ian Dennis, former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock and ex-Spurs winger Andros Townsend.They start at San Siro where Liverpool ended a tumultuous few days in the wake of Mo Salah's interview with a statement win over Inter Milan. Another bad result for Chelsea meant they haven't won a game since their Champions League victory over Barcelona last month. Meanwhile, Spurs stayed in the race for automatic qualification for the last 16 with a comfortable win over Slavia Prague.We also hear from Liverpool manager Arne Slot and Spurs boss Thomas Frank as well as looking ahead to Manchester City's trip to the Bernabeu, where Xabi Alonso's time as manager seems to be coming to an end.Timecodes:  00'45 Liverpool 11'50 Arne Slot 14'20 Chelsea 17'05 Spurs 22'50 Thomas Frank 23'35 Real Madrid v Manchester City previewBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries:  Wednesday 10th December 2025  2000: Real Madrid v Manchester City on 5 live Thursday 11th December 2025 1700: Ferencvaros v Rangers on Sports Extra 1945: Celtic v Roma on Sports Extra 1955: Aberdeen v Strasbourg on Sports Extra 2

Is Mo Salah ‘selfish’ for claiming he’s been ‘thrown under the bus’ at Liverpool, or justified? Are Aston Villa now part of the Premier League title race?Mark Chapman is joined by Conor Coady, Chris Sutton, Steph Houghton for the Monday Night Club to debate the big questions of the week.They’re joined by Liverpool fan John Gibbons to talk Salah as well as hearing from Arne Slot. Macclesfield Town manager John Rooney comes on the show as his side are drawn against holders Crystal Palace in the FA Cup, while Hearts fan Liam Corbett explains the significance behind their win over Celtic.Conor Coady gives valuable insight into how to get the most out of his ex-teammate Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who has been instrumental in helping Daniel Farke turn the fortunes of Leeds United around. What chance do Leeds now have of staying up?Timecodes: 00:10 Salah’s comments 03:30 Slot on Salah 06:00 Reaction to Slot’s comments 11:00 Whose side are Liverpool fans on? 20:30 Could this end positively for Slot and galvanize the Liverpool squad? 24:45 Macclesfield manager John Rooney joins the show 30:00 The rest of the FA Cup third-round draw 32:00 Has Daniel Farke turned it around at Leeds? 40:25 What now for Leeds 43:45 ‘Humble’ Aston Villa now in the title race? 52:50 Hearts beat Celtic – with Liam CorbettCommentaries coming up this week: Tue 2000 Inter v Liverpool, Tue 2000 Tottenham v Slavia Prague on Sports Extra, Wed 2000 Real Madrid v Man City, Thu 1745 Ferencváros v Rangers on Sports Extra, Thu 2000 Celtic v Roma on Sports Extra.

James Gregg is joined by Andy Cole & The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards to talk Mo Salah & review the weekend’s Premier League action. Hear from Daniel Farke after Leeds fight back to draw with Liverpool. Unai Emery and Mikel Arteta have their say as Aston Villa appear to join Arsenal in the title race. And Pep Guardiola isn’t feeling Rayan Cherki’s rabona assist!01:10 Luke fulfils childhood dream 03:40 Is Mo Salah leaving Liverpool? 20:55 Leeds’ Daniel Farke excited for coffee & cake 29:10 Are Aston Villa in the title race? 35:30 Unai Emery & Mikel Arteta have their say 36:10 Any concerns for Arsenal? 37:45 Pep Guardiola not having Cherki’s rabona assist 41:10 Crystal Palace into the top four 42:35 Fight for Europe wide open 44:00 How big was Tottenham’s win for Thomas Frank?5 Live / BBC Sounds European commentaries: Tue 2000 Inter v Liverpool, Tue 2000 Tottenham v Slavia Prague on Sports Extra, Wed 2000 Real Madrid v Man City, Thu 1745 Ferencváros v Rangers on Sports Extra, Thu 2000 Celtic v Roma on Sports Extra.

Kelly Cates and a range of guests react to the World Cup draw!Dion Dublin, Ian Dennis & Don Hutchinson reflect on England drawing Croatia, Ghana & Panama, before we hear from manager Thomas Tuchel from Washington.Pat Nevin joins the pod to discuss Scotland drawing Brazil, Morocco & Haiti, as does Scotland striker Lyndon Dykes! We then hear from Scotland boss Steve Clarke.Julien Laurens joins the pod to look at France's potential 'Group of Death', plus how the rest of Europe's top nations may fair. We hear from Cape Verde player Roberto Lopes as they head to the World Cup for the first time, and John Bennett provides insight into the rest of Africa's nations, plus Oceania too. Tim Vickery joins us as we delve deep into Brazil, Argentina and the rest of South America.And finally we hear from correspondent John Murray, having attended a delayed, but bonkers World Cup draw!Timecodes:06:26 England group reaction 13:10 Thomas Tuchel interview 16:55 Scotland group reaction 20:55 Lyndon Dykes joins the pod 28:33 Steve Clarke interview 31:20 The rest of Europe 43:30 Cape Verde's Lopes joins the pod 48:43 The rest of Africa & Oceania too 50:26 South America chat 55:40 John Murray rounds up the drawCommentaries this weekend:Saturday 6th December PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Chelsea 1500 KO - 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Brentford 1500 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 PREMIER LEAGUE: Leeds v Liverpool 1730 KO - 5 LIVE FA CUP: Chelmsford City v West-super-Mare 1500 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 2 FA CUP: Sutton United v Shrewsbury 1715 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Chesterfield v Doncaster Rovers 1930 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 WSL: Arsenal v Liverpool 1200 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3Sunday 7th December PREMIER LEAGUE: Brighton v West Ham 1400 KO - SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Crystal Palace 1630 KO - 5 LIVE FA CUP: Slough Town v Macclesfield 1230 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Gateshead v Walsall 1530 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Blackpool v Carlisle United 1730 KO - SPORTS EXTRA

John Murray, Ali Bruce-Ball & Ian Dennis talk travels, football and commentary. They reflect on a dramatic weekend of Premier League football and look ahead to the weekend’s fixtures. John is across the pond for the FIFA World Cup draw. Plus a glut of unintended pub names, heads up for Clash of the Commentators and which commentary phrases will end up in our Great Glossary? Suggestions welcome on WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:25 John in Washington DC for World Cup draw 04:50 Dramatic week of Premier League football 09:25 5 Live commentaries this weekend 14:00 Unintended pub names from sport commentary 26:00 Potential twist on the theme? 28:45 Clash of the Commentators 34:50 Great Glossary of Football Commentary5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Bournemouth v Chelsea, Sat 1500 Tottenham v Brentford on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Leeds v Liverpool, Sun 1400 Brighton v West Ham, Sun 1400 Fulham v Crystal Palace.All Clash of the Commentators correct answers: Acheamponh, Alderete, Ballard, Barkley, Bergvall, Beto, Bijol, Bowen, Brobbey, Bruno Guimarães, Calafiori, Calvert-Lewin, Casemiro, Chalobah, De Cuyper, de Ligt, Fernández, Flemming, Foden, Gabriel, Gibbs-White, Gusto, Gyökeres, Haaland, Igor Jesus, Igor Thiago. Isidor, Jiménez, João Pedro, Keane, Kostoulas, Kroupi, Lukic, Maguire, Mateta, Mateus Fernandes, Mayenda, Mbeumo, Merino, Mitoma, Munetsi, Muñoz, Ndoye, Onana, Pedro Neto, Rice, Richarlison, Rodon, Romero, Sarr, Sarr, Schade, Smith Rowe, Thiaw, Timber, Ugochukwu, van de Ven, van Hecke, Welbeck, Wilson, Woltemade, Zubimendi.Glossary so far (in alphabetical order):DIVISION ONE Bosman, Couldn’t sort their feet out, Cruyff Turn, Dead-ball specialist, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Points to the spot, Rabona, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep. DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Good leave, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, Johnny on the spot, Leading the line, Nutmeg, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Slide-rule pass, Steal a march, Stramash, Taking one for the team, That’s great… (football), Thunderous strike, Walk it in. UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Was Lewandowski’s penalty for Barcelona against Atletico his worst ever? And what’s your five-a-side team of famous footballing sons? John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Raphael Honigstein & Julien Laurens to answer those questions, they also discuss; the situation at Nice where Terem Moffi and Jérémie Boga have both been placed on sick leave after being confronted by supporters following their latest defeat, and Barcelona granting Ronald Araujo an indefinite leave after a request of absence. John Murray joins the pod from Washington ahead of the World Cup Draw. Portuguese football writer Ines Braga Sampaio explains the situation facing Boavista after administrators formally requested the club’s closure amidst rising debts. Tom Bogert looks ahead to Messi v Muller in the MLS cup Final, and we hear from Inter Miami’s President of Business Operations Xavier Asensi, one of the key players in bringing Lionel Messi to Major League Soccer. 00:20 – World Cup Draw 07:48 – Nice players confronted by Fans 12:23 – Barcelona’s win over Atletico and Lewandowski’s awful penalty 17:28 – Araujo’s absence 22:10 – Another setback for Trent Alexander-Arnold in Madrid 26:57 – Football’s famous sons 33:17 – Boavista on the brink 40:24 – Messi v Muller in the MLS Cup FinalCommentaries: Friday 5th December FA CUP: Salford City v Leyton Orient 1930 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3Saturday 6th December PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Chelsea 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Brentford 1500 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 PREMIER LEAGUE: Leeds v Liverpool 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE FA CUP: Chelmsford City v West-super-Mare 1500 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 2 FA CUP: Sutton United v Shrewsbury 1715 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Chesterfield v Doncaster Rovers 1930 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 WSL: Arsenal v Liverpool 1200 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3Sunday 7th December PREMIER LEAGUE: Brighton v West Ham 1400 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Crystal Palace 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE FA CUP: Slough Town v Macclesfield 1230 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Gateshead v Walsall 1530 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Blackpool v Carlisle United 1730 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA

Mark Chapman is joined by Conor Coady, Steph Houghton and Stephen Warnock to reflect on the latest Premier League results.Hear from Daniel Farke as Leeds stun Chelsea at Elland Road. What will that result do to rebuild confidence in the Leeds manager? It’s eight wins in nine for Aston Villa, as despite going 2-nil down inside half an hour, they beat Brighton 4-3. We hear what Ollie Watkins has to say after scoring his second and third goals of the season.Hear from Mikel Arteta as Arsenal re-take their 5-point lead at the top, while Dion Dublin joins the pod from Anfield after Liverpool rescue a point against Sunderland.With Wilfried Nancy appointed as the permanent manager, Martin O’Neill offers his final words as Celtic boss as his club go joint top of the table. Timecodes: 1’17 Leeds 4’37 Daniel Farke 5’14 Liverpool v Sunderland 6’54 Arne Slot 10’01 Mikel Arteta 13’50 Martin O’Neill 18’14 Ollie Watkins 24’20 Oliver Glasner 28’30 Rob Edwards5 Live Sport / BBC Sounds commentaries this week: SAT 1500 Bournemouth v Chelsea on 5 Live SAT 1500 Tottenham v Brentford on 5 Sports Extra SAT 1730 Leeds United v Liverpool on 5 Live SUN 1400 Brighton v West Ham United on 5 Sports Extra SUN 1630 Fulham v Crystal Palace on 5 Live

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Tommy Smith hear from new Middlesbrough boss Kim Hellberg. They look at the contenders chasing down Coventry – can Millwall make it to the Premier League? Everyone’s fearing for Swansea down the bottom. And what about strugglers Plymouth Argyle, Port Vale and Bristol Rovers? Plus, send us your EFL ‘hard man’ suggestions on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.00:55 Middlesbrough continue to chase Coventry 08:45 Millwall up to third after beating Saints 17:00 Fearing for Swansea 21:10 Who makes the EFL ‘hard man’ XI? 25:00 Jobi in the jungle 27:25 Plymouth & Port Vale struggling 34:45 FA Cup coming at the right time for Vale & Bristol Rovers? 36:50 72PLUS 72MINUS 39:50 Jobi nearly signed for Hibs!5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Bournemouth v Chelsea, Sat 1500 Tottenham v Brentford on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Leeds v Liverpool, Sun 1400 Brighton v West Ham, Sun 1400 Fulham v Crystal Palace.

Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Izzy Christiansen, Clinton Morrison and Statman Dave to reflect on all the latest Premier League action.The team reflect on a bonkers 5-4 match at Craven Cottage as Fulham nearly complete a comeback against Manchester City. We hear from Pep Guardiola and Erling Haaland as his goal puts him in the Hundred Club.Then, Everton bounce back to beat Bournemouth 1-0 in what was their fifth match without a win. Both David Moyes and Andoni Iraola reflect on the match.And Jonathan Woodgate joins the pod from St James’ Park as Spurs rescue a point away to Newcastle. Thomas Frank discusses a “courageous” Spurs performance, and Eddie Howe a “frustrating” one.Finally, the team chat about Oliver Glasner’s comments about Crystal Palace’s transfer strategy, before looking ahead to Wednesday’s fixtures.Timecodes: 01:30 Manchester City cling on to beat Fulham 5-4 08:50 Erling Haaland & Pep Guardiola Interviews 13:54 Everton condemn Bournemouth to fifth winless result 16:20 David Moyes & Andoni Iraola Interviews 19:34 Jonathan Woodgate on Newcastle 2-2 Spurs 24:35 Thomas Frank & Eddie Howe Interviews 28:32 Clinton Morrison on Glasner’s comments 34:34 Wednesday fixtures lookahead5 Live Sport / BBC Sounds commentaries this week: SAT 1500 Bournemouth v Chelsea on 5 Live SAT 1500 Tottenham v Brentford on 5 Sports Extra SAT 1730 Leeds United v Liverpool on 5 Live SUN 1400 Brighton v West Ham United on 5 Sports Extra SUN 1630 Fulham v Crystal Palace on 5 Live

On MNC this week Mark Chapman, Andros Townsend, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith get into the one all draw between Chelsea and Arsenal and pose the question if discipline is an issue with Enzo Maresca’s side? And look into their mentality after playing with ten men. They hear from Tottenham fan Jack Hussey after Thomas Frank said the supporters who booed goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario in the match against Fulham "can't be true Tottenham fans".Attention turns to Brighton as they ended the week fifth in the Premier League table – but fans are still divided over manager Fabian Hurzeler, as fan Alice Botting explains to the guys. And Mo Salah gets discussed after he was dropped from Liverpool’s starting line-up in the league for the first time since April 2024.Timecodes: 00:34 - Chelsea v Arsenal analysis. 13:00 – Tottenham section. 30:42 – Goalkeepers going down injured. 37:34 – Brighton and Fabian Hürzeler discussion. 45:50 – Liverpool and Mo Salah being on the bench.

Did Chelsea make a statement with their 1-1 draw against Arsenal? Enzo Maresca’s side took a point and caused Arsenal problems despite playing more than 50 minutes with 10-men after Moises Caicedo’s first-half red card.Rick Edwards is joined by Don Hutchison and Luke Edwards to discuss that and whether Liverpool’s 2-0 win against West Ham gave a first glimpse of what they might look like post-Salah. They also talk about; the mental strength Manchester United showed to come from behind to win 2-1 at Crystal Palace, Newcastle United’s first away win in 7 months, and Spurs poor home form. Timecodes: 02:10 – Chelsea 1-1 Arsenal – a statement draw for Chelsea? 16:20 – Arne Slot’s assessment of Liverpool’s 2-0 win against West Ham 19:10 – How important is Isak’s first Premier League goal for Liverpool? 21:50 – The first glimpse at a post-Salah Liverpool? 30:12 – A lack lustre performance from West Ham 31:47 – Half-time teaser 35:33 – Crystal Palace 1-2 Manchester United - Bruno Fernandes interview 38:21 – Manchester United’s mental strength showing 44:23 – Newcastle United’s first Premier League away win in 7 months 46:40 – Spurs poor home form continues

In this week’s edition of the Football Interview, Kelly Somers speaks to former Manchester United player and manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. They discuss how he went from being in the army at the age of 20 to winning the Champions League with Man Utd. They also reflect on Sir Alex Ferguson impacting his journey into management and how his tenure as Man Utd manager came to a close.

Ian Dennis returns alongside John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball to talk travels, football and commentary. Steve Bunce joins the pod with boxing returning to BBC primetime television this weekend for the first time in 20 years. Clash of the Commentators returns. Plus your unintended pub names and the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. Suggestions welcome on WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk01:10 Ali excited about his new purchase 03:40 The In-Form Ian Dennis 05:40 Premier League commentaries this weekend 09:35 Champions League format ‘not right’ 14:15 Where is Liverpool’s next win coming from? 20:25 Unintended pub names from sport commentary 26:35 Steve Bunce joins the pod to talk boxing 35:35 Clash of the Commentators 42:20 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 49:30 An observation from Jamie and Oliver5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Man City v Leeds, Sat 1500 Sunderland v Bournemouth on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Everton v Newcastle, Sun 1405 West Ham v Liverpool, Sun 1405 Aston Villa v Wolves on Sports Extra, Sun 1405 Nottingham Forest v Brighton on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1630 Chelsea v Arsenal.Glossary so far (in alphabetical order):DIVISION ONE Bosman, Couldn’t sort their feet out, Cruyff Turn, Dead-ball specialist, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, The Maradona, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Rabona, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep. DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Good leave, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, Johnny on the spot, Leading the line, Nutmeg, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Stramash, Taking one for the team, That’s great… (football), Thunderous strike. UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Steve Crossman is joined by European football experts and stars of the Euro Leagues; Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle. The hot topic on the pod is Cristiano Ronaldo - after been given a straight red card in Portugal’s World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland a few weeks ago, Ronaldo was set to miss the first two matches of the 2026 World Cup in order to serve his full three-match ban.However, the final two matches of his ban have been suspended by Fifa’s disciplinary committee for “a one-year probation period”, with Fifa citing his previous good conduct as the reason for the suspension – the guys get into quite a heated debate over if this was the correct decision… or not. They head live to Norway for a huge story in the Eliteserien - with Viking FK one win away from a first league title since 1991.They also discus Brazilian wonderkids Estevao and Endrick, European veteran Pierre Emerick Aubameyang and Vinicius Jr’s strained relationship with Xabi Alonso – as well as reflecting on all of the week’s Champions League action!Timecodes: 01:40 – Ronaldo section. 10:30 –Estevao appreciation chat 19:00 - Endrick focus. 23:00 - Vinicius Jr’s relationship with Xabi Alonso 30:00 – Viking FK with fan Lars Risen. 38:00 - PSG’s Vitinha discussion. 41:00 - Pierre Emerick Aubameyang resurgence. Football commentaries this week.Saturday 29th November PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Leeds 1500 KO - ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Sunderland v Bournemouth 1500 KO - L ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Newcastle United 1730 KO - ON 5 LIVE WOMENS INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLIES: England v China 1730 KO ON SPORTS EXTRA Sunday 30th November PREMIER LEAGUE: West Ham v Liverpool 1405 KO - ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Wolves 1405 KO - ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Brighton 1405 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 2 PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Arsenal 1630 KO - ON 5 LIVE

Arsenal achieve a statement and redemptive victory over Bayern Munich as Liverpool move closer to crisis.Mikel Arteta’s Gunners now lead the UCL league phase, while North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur responded well to derby defeat but were bettered by European champions PSG.Despite an eight-game thriller for Spurs in Paris, the night’s big story came at Anfield, where Liverpool suffered yet another humbling defeat, 4-1 to PSV Eindhoven.Mark Chapman is joined by Paul Robinson, Matt Upson, John Murray, Alistair Bruce-Ball and Lee Blakeman for all the reaction on a thrilling night of Champions League action, with 39 goals in nine games. Plus you’ll hear from Slot, as well as Spurs boss Thomas Frank.Timecodes: 00:30 Arsenal’s statement victory over Bayern 11:12 Liverpool 20:30 Reaction from Arne Slot 22:10 Mid-roll 22:55 Tottenham’s eight-goal thriller 26:50 Reaction from Spurs manager Thomas Frank 28:10 Do PSG look like European champions? Upcoming commentaries on 5Live/Sports Extra: Thu 1745 Feyenoord v Celtic – Sports Extra Thu 2000 Rangers v Sporting Braga – Sports Extra Thu 2000 Aberdeen v Noah – Sports Extra 2 Sat 1500 Man City v Leeds – 5 Live Sat 1500 Sunderland v Bournemouth – Sports Extra Sat 1730 Everton v Newcastle – 5 Live Sat 1730 England Women v China – Sports Extra Sun 1405 West Ham v Liverpool – 5 Live Sun 1405 Aston Villa v Wolves – Sports Extra Sun 1405 Nottingham Forest v Brighton – Sports Extra 2 Sun 1630 Chelsea v Arsenal – 5 Live

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Lyle Taylor react to Coventry going 10 points clear. They also have their say on Middlesbrough appointing Kim Hellberg. Should Tonda Eckert be given the Southampton job permanently? Stevenage top League One, Bromley are up into the League Two automatics and Christian Fuchs is in at bottom club Newport. Plus, we’re now looking for your top EFL ‘hard men’ - send your suggestions to us on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.01:20 Coventry go 10 points clear 09:10 Middlesbrough appoint Kim Hellberg 12:10 Southampton interim Tonda Eckert wins again 16:50 Peterborough win first four under Luke Williams 18:05 Charlton suddenly shipping goals 21:30 The search for EFL hard men begins 26:35 Bromley up into League Two automatics 30:45 Christian Fuchs in at bottom club Newport 33:40 Fearing for Bristol Rovers after seven league defeats 34:50 72PLUS 72MINUS5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Wed 2000 Arsenal v Bayern Munich, Wed 2000 PSG v Tottenham on Sports Extra, Thu 1745 Feyenoord v Celtic on Sports Extra, Thu 2000 Rangers v Sporting Braga on Sports Extra, Thu 2000 Aberdeen v Noah on Sports Extra 2.

It was a mixed night for English sides in the Champions League as Chelsea beat Barcelona, while Manchester City and Newcastle both lost.Kelly Cates has all the reaction and is joined by BBC Senior Football Reporter Ian Dennis, former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin and ex-Man City midfielder Michael Brown.They start at Stamford Bridge where Chelsea dominated 10-man Barca. Chelsea winger Estevao Willian shone in the 3-0 win, scoring a stunning goal in the process. But Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca was quick to play down comparisons with the likes of Messi and Ronaldo, warning of the pressure that comes with such a tag.Pep Guardiola made 10 changes against Bayer Leverkusen who were just too good for Manchester City. Did the City boss underestimate the opposition who won comfortably by two goals at the Etihad.And it was another defeat on the road for Newcastle. Despite leading through Harvey Barnes, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang rolled back the years to grab two goals and the win for Marseille.The team also react to news that the top four seeded countries will not be able to meet each other until the semi-finals of next year's World Cup for the first time in the tournament's history.Timecodes:00'40 Chelsea13'00 Enzo Maresca14'00 Manchester City22'00 Pep Guardiola25'00 Newcastle30'00 Eddie Howe31'00 World Cup newsBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Wednesday 26 November 2000 Arsenal v Bayern Munich on 5live 2000 PSG v Tottenham on Sports ExtraThursday 27 November 1745 Feyenoord v Celtic on Sports Extra 2000 Rangers v Sporting Braga on Sports Extra 2000 Aberdeen v Noah on Sports Extra 2

Idrissa Gueye sees red for Everton at Man Utd & did Tottenham get the gameplan wrong? Mark Chapman is joined by Joe Hart, Chris Sutton and The Observer football correspondent Rory Smith. Former assistant referee Darren Cann has his say on the Gueye red card. Chris reveals his similar career path to Ebere Eze. And Rangers sack their chief executive Patrick Stewart and sporting director Kevin Thelwell while Celtic close in on appointing Wilfried Nancy as boss.02:45 Idrissa Gueye’s bizarre red card 07:30 Did Tottenham get the gameplan wrong? 29:30 Are Tottenham a ‘big-six’ club? 33:10 Transformational moment for Eze? 37:00 Chris was also released as a child 42:45 Rangers sack chief exec and sporting director 49:00 Celtic set to appoint Wilfried Nancy as bossBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Tue 2000 Chelsea v Barcelona, Tue 2000 Man City v Bayer Leverkusen on Sports Extra, Wed 2000 Arsenal v Bayern Munich, Wed 2000 PSG v Tottenham on Sports Extra, Thu 1745 Feyenoord v Celtic on Sports Extra, Thu 2000 Rangers v Sporting Braga on Sports Extra, Thu 2000 Aberdeen v Noah on Sports Extra 2.

Aaron Paul is joined by David James & The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards to review the weekend’s Premier League action. Hear from Mikel Arteta and Thomas Frank after Arsenal thrash Tottenham. Catch up with Arne Slot after Liverpool’s loss to Nottingham Forest. And get Daniel Farke’s take after another defeat for Leeds.01:45 Mikel Arteta & Thomas Frank after NLD 16:20 Arne Slot after Liverpool 0-3 Forest 26:10 Forest vibe flips on its head 31:40 Eddie Howe finally beats Man City 39:30 Daniel Farke on another Leeds defeat5 Live / BBC Sounds UEFA Champions League commentaries: Tue 2000 Chelsea v Barcelona, Tue 2000 Man City v Bayer Leverkusen on Sports Extra, Wed 2000 Arsenal v Bayern Munich, Wed 2000 PSG v Tottenham on Sports Extra.

In this week’s edition of the Football Interview, Kelly Somers speaks to the Arsenal and England forward Bukayo Saka. They discuss growing up and breaking into the Arsenal side, as well as his Nigerian heritage. Plus, he speaks about life away from football and his new-found love for coffee.

John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball are joined by Jonathan Agnew to discuss commentating on cricket. He talks about his journey from lorry driver to broadcaster. Aggers reveals how much prep he does and his commentary top tips. And suggestions always welcome for our Great Glossary of Football Commentary and unintended pub names from commentary - WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk03:55 Jonathan Agnew joins the pod 08:45 From archery & dressage to Ben Stokes in 2019 12:45 What prep Aggers does for cricket? 18:00 From lorry driver to broadcaster 23:10 Aggers’ Ashes memories down under 32:00 How to follow the Ashes on the BBC 35:25 Unintended pub names 39:30 Jonathan’s favourite commentators’ view 45:25 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 55:30 Jonathan on commentating on a replay!5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Liverpool v Forest, Sat 1500 Fulham v Sunderland on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Newcastle v Man City, Sun 1400 Leeds v Aston Villa, Sun 1630 Arsenal v Tottenham, Tue 2000 Chelsea v Barcelona, Tue 2000 Man City v Bayer Leverkusen on Sports Extra, Wed 2000 Arsenal v Bayern Munich, Wed 2000 PSG v Tottenham on Sports Extra,Glossary so far (in alphabetical order):DIVISION ONE Bosman, Couldn’t sort their feet out, Cruyff Turn, Dead-ball specialist, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, Johnny on the spot, The Maradona, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Rabona, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep.DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Good leave, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Howler, Leading the line, Nutmeg, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Stramash, Taking one for the team, That’s great… (football), Thunderous strike.UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Julien Laurens, Mina Rzouki and Guillem Balague join Maz Farookhi to discuss the latest from the continent.With Italy only reaching the play-offs, Gennaro Gattuso’s comments about World Cup qualification needing a ‘system change’ lead to a debate about the fundamental purpose of the World Cup.PSG are, incredibly, in court against two of their former players, with one being Kylian Mbappe! How and why?Plus, there’s lots of returns to dissect… Paul Pogba to playing football, as well as Barcelona AND Lionel Messi to Camp Nou!Danish football journalist Toke Theilade joins the show to reflect on a disastrous week for Denmark as the full panel react to the play-off draw. Is Mina confident about Italy’s chances of progression?Timecodes: 01:00 Why McTominay is being called ‘The Hero of Two Worlds’ 5:18 Gattuso demands changes to World Cup qualifying – is it bitterness or justified? 10:00 Should the World Cup actually have 100 teams? What do we really want from the World Cup?  14:50 Kylian Mbappe’s controversial international break and court case with PSG 20:08 Kheira Hamraoui's court case with PSG 25:32 Pogba set to return to the pitch 29:08 Barcelona back to Camp Nou 32:50 Messi’s own return 35:23 Denmark’s disastrous week 43:20 The World Cup play-off draw5 Live/ BBC Sounds commentaries this week:Saturday 22nd November PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v Nottingham Forest 1500 KO, live on 5 Live. PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Sunderland 1500 KO, live on 5 Sports Extra. PREMIER LEAGUE: Newcastle United v Manchester City 1730 KO, live on 5 Live.Sunday 23rd November PREMIER LEAGUE: Leeds United v Aston Villa 1400 KO, live on 5 Live. PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Tottenham 1630 KO, live on 5 Live.

Lyle Taylor and Tommy Smith join Aaron Paul to discuss the week's EFL headlines.They dissect the latest managerial situation at Middlesbrough, with Kim Hellberg expected to be the new man in the dugout. Tommy also talks about his new role at Middlesbrough, as the loans manager, following his retirement from the club earlier this year. Philippe Clement is in at Norwich, so the panel discuss the direction of the club and whether that appointment is a coup or a gamble, plus how hopeful the Canaries can now be this season.In League One, with just six points separating the top 12, who is best placed to break free of the pack at the top of the table? And who makes the EFL Ultimate XI, or is it time for a rival team?Finally, with over 100 National League fixtures kicking off three minutes late over the international break, will the 3UP initiative lead to an extra promotion spot to the football league?Timecodes: 00:30 Tommy's new job and fresh choice of chocolate snack 03:00 The mood at Boro since Rob Edwards' departure 06:08 Boro set to appoint Kim Helleberg ahead of Swansea 12:36 Norwich hire Philippe Clement - is it a coup or a gamble? 19:15 How many Championship teams are in trouble? 24:10 Why did it not work for Liam Manning and why will it work for Clement? 25:53 Lyle's radical suggestion for the Ultimate EFL XI 28:42 League One - 12 teams separated by six points 32:43 3UP campaign

Former Scotland international Pat Nevin and ex-Scotland captain Rachel Corsie join Steve Crossman and commentator Eilidh Barbour from Hampden as Scotland secure a first World Cup spot for 28 years. The team react to an epic night of football in Glasgow that finished 4-2 and had it all:  6 goals, a red card, a penalty, a stoppage time winner and a final-kick-of-the-game goal. Hear from Steve Clarke, the first Scotland manager to get the national team to three consecutive major tournaments, as well as from captain Andy Robertson and goalscorers Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean. There's also an interview with midfielder John McGinn. Elsewhere, Wales thrashed North Macedonia 7-1 to earn themselves a home advantage in next year's World Cup play-off semi-final. Craig Bellamy tells us he had an eye on the Scotland game too, though. Timecodes: 0'15 Full-time whistle 8'51 Steve Clarke 16'00 Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean 27'39 Andy Robertson 37'25 John McGinn 45'02 Craig Bellamy5 Live/ BBC Sounds commentaries this week:Wednesday 19th November WOMENS CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Arsenal v Real Madrid 2000 KO, live on 5 Live.Thursday 20th November WOMENS CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Chelsea v Barcelona 2000 KO, live on 5 Live.Saturday 22nd November PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v Nottingham Forest 1500 KO, live on 5 Live. PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Sunderland 1500 KO, live on 5 Sports Extra.  PREMIER LEAGUE: Newcastle United v Manchester City 1730 KO, live on 5 Live.Sunday 23rd November PREMIER LEAGUE: Leeds United v Aston Villa 1400 KO, live on 5 Live. PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Tottenham 1630 KO, live on 5 Live.

Scotland and Wales could secure World Cup spots with victory on Tuesday night - will they, and what would it mean?Former Scottish international James McFadden joins Jonathan Northcroft, Chief Football Writer at the Sunday Times, and Eilidh Barbour to ponder what's required for Steve Clarke to lead the Tartan Army to a first World Cup for 28 years.Scotland's task is simple: defeat Denmark at Hampden Park. Toke Theilade joins the show to give the Danish perspective, with an illness in the camp contributing to a shock draw with Belarus.As for Wales, things are less straight-forward. Two points separating the top three sides in Group J and so all of qualification, play-offs and elimination are possible. Rob Earnshaw, who earned 59 caps in his career, helps preview their home fixture against North Macedonia.We also hear from the player of the international break, Troy Parrott, whose 96th-minute winner over Hungary not only completed his hat-trick but secured his nation a World Cup play-off spot. Former Ireland midfielder Andy Reid explains what that drama meant to the country and the panel discuss the positive state of football in Britain and Ireland with all five nations in with a chance of World Cup spots.Timecodes: 00:45 What would ending the 28-year wait for a World Cup mean for Scotland? 06:45 How do the players use the emotion in the right way? 10:10 Steve Clarke on his emotions ahead of the game 14:00 How do Scotland improve from the performance in Greece? 17:10 How important will Andy Robertson's leadership be? 18:50 The Danish perspective with Toke Theilade 22:18 Will Rasmus Hojlund and Joachim Andersen be available for this game and what impact has the illness in the camp had? 24:20 What are Denmark's expectations for this game?  28:59 Wales v North Macedonia preview with Rob Earnshaw 32:06 Has Harry Wilson become Gareth Bale's successor as the Welsh leader? 33:58 Troy Parrott interview on his dramatic winner and hat-trick for Ireland in Hungary 37:22 Andy Reid debates whether this is the start of something bigger for Ireland 41:10 How strong a place is British and Irish football in at the moment?Commentaries coming up this week: Tues 1945 Scotland v Denmark — 5Live Tues 1945 Wales v North Macedonia — Sports Extra Wed 2000 Arsenal Women v Real Madrid Femenino — 5Live Thurs 2000 Chelsea Women v Barcelona Femení — 5Live Sat 1500 Liverpool v Nottingham Forest — 5Live Sat 1500 Fulham v Sunderland — Sports Extra Sat 1730 Newcastle United v Manchester City — 5Live Sun 1400 Leeds United v Aston Villa — 5Live Sun 1630 Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur — 5Live

England wrapped up a perfect World Cup qualifying campaign with a 2-0 win against Albania. Victory in Tirana made it 8 wins from 8, with 22 goals scored and none conceded. Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by former England defenders Stephen Warnock and Conor Coady for reaction to that match and to assess the key questions that lie ahead for Thomas Tuchel.We hear from the England head coach, captain Harry Kane, and Dean Henderson.There’s also reaction to an incredible comeback from the Republic of Ireland, they booked themselves a play-off spot for the World Cup with a 3-2 win in Hungary. The Irish Independent’s Dan McDonnell joins us to discuss Troy Parrott’s hattrick and the emotional scenes at the fulltime whistle.Timecodes: 01:24 – Albania 0-2 England 05:00 – The importance of Harry Kane 08:01 – Harry Kane Interview 12:13 – Who should be England’s 10? 13:07 – Thomas Tuchel Interview 18:50 – MID 19:03 – Dean Henderson Interview 27:29 – Republic of Ireland book a play-off spot

Kelly Cates is joined by Nedum Onuoha, Rory Smith and comedian Kae Kurd to discuss the changes they would make if they were designing football from scratch.How would they tweak the rules? What punishments would they introduce? How long should a game last? How many players per team? How many points for a win? Would they keep VAR?

John Murray, Ali Bruce-Ball & Conor McNamara talk football, travel & language after Cristiano Ronaldo sees red as Republic of Ireland beat Portugal, and England beat Serbia. What about the ‘mind-altering’ shoes some of the England players are wearing? There’s a European theme to Clash of the Commentators. And suggestions always welcome for our Great Glossary of Football Commentary and unintended pub names from football commentary - WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:40 Conor fresh from Ireland-Portugal 04:40 Takeaways from England-Serbia 06:05 Mind-altering shoes & commentary attire 16:05 5 Live commentaries this weekend 18:00 John prepares for trip to Albania 24:55 Unintended (and intended) pub names 33:15 Clash of the Commentators 41:45 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 52:55 Magazine memories5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Fri 1945 Slovakia v Northern Ireland on Sports Extra, Sat 1330 Man City v Man Utd in WSL on Sports Extra, Sat 1700 Liechtenstein v Wales on Sports Extra, Sat 1945 Greece v Scotland on 5 Live, Sun 1200 Liverpool v Chelsea in WSL on Sports Extra, Sun 1200 Brighton v Leicester in WSL on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1430 Tottenham v Arsenal in WSL on 5 Live, Sun 1700 Albania v England on 5 Live, Mon 1945 Northern Ireland v Luxembourg on Sports Extra, Tue 1945 Scotland v Denmark on 5 Live, Tue 1945 Wales v North Macedonia on Sports Extra, Wed 2000 Arsenal v Real Madrid in UWCL on 5 Live, Thu 2000 Chelsea v Barcelona in UWCL on 5 Live.Glossary so far (in alphabetical order):DIVISION ONE Bosman, Cruyff Turn, Dead-ball specialist, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, Leading the line The Maradona, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Rabona, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep.DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Easy tap-in, Daisycutter, First cab off the rank, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Howler, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Stramash, Taking one for the team, That’s great… (football), Thunderous strike.UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Thomas Tuchel's England make it 10 competitive clean sheets in a row against Serbia as their 100% record in World Cup 2026 qualifiers continues thanks to goals from Eberechi Eze and Bukayo Saka. Former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson, former England defender Phil Jones and Senior Football Reporter Ian Dennis join Steve Crossman to discuss England's 2-0 win over Serbia. They reflect on the match, and whether England's good form is due to the quality of opposition - do they need to be targeting tougher friendlies in the build up to next summer's tournament? They talk about the selection dilemmas awaiting Thomas Tuchel - who will make up the forward line, and who will start at left back? Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly talks about his first England start with the World Cup on the horizon. Plus, hear from goal scorer Bukayo Saka on his goal and his recent good form. Plus hear from England manager Thomas Tuchel - the panel discuss whether he could remain in charge after next summer, regardless of the result.Time Codes: 00:30 – Match Reflections 03:40 – Concern over quality of opposition? 08:30 – Eberechi Eze chat and England’s forward options 09:50 – Selection problems for Thomas Tuchel? 13:25 – Nico O’Reilly Interview 17:35 – Bukayo Saka Interview 18:50 – Thomas Tuchel Future 20:30 – Thomas Tuchel5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Sun 1430 Tottenham v Arsenal in Women’s Super League, Sun 1700 Albania v England in World Cup Qualifying, Tue 1945 Scotland v Denmark in World Cup Qualifying.

Jobi McAnuff, Lyle Taylor & Phil Brown debate Rob Edwards’ move to Wolves. Was he right to leave Middlesbrough? Managerial vacancies up for grabs at Boro, Southampton, Swansea and Norwich. And will Jamie Cureton make our 72+ Ultimate All-Time EFL XI? Send your suggestions to us on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.00:45 Lyle scores a worldie in the National League 04:20 Phil Brown rings up the referee! 06:30 Rob Edwards leaves Middlesbrough 15:25 Gary O’Neil among the favourites to replace him 17:45 Should Saints replace Still from within? 22:20 Swansea say bye to Sheehan 24:20 Jamie Cureton for our Ultimate All-Time EFL XI? 28:30 Norwich sack Liam Manning 33:45 Derek Adams to help Cleverley at Plymouth 36:50 72PLUS 72MINUS5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Wed 2000 Man Utd v PSG in UEFA Women’s Champions League, Thu 1945 England v Serbia in World Cup Qualifying, Sun 1430 Tottenham v Arsenal in Women’s Super League, Sun 1700 Albania v England in World Cup Qualifying, Tue 1945 Scotland v Denmark in World Cup Qualifying.

Destination New Jersey continues, and on this episode of the pod the focus is on the Americas. Kelly Cates is joined by Rory Smith as they get a real flavour of how the tournament is building around the globe.Destination New Jersey regular and CBS Sports Latin American journalist Nico Cantor joins the pod to talk about the domination there – as there could be as many as 12 countries from South and Central America at the World Cup - that’s a quarter of the teams!Attention turns to the Caribbean. Only four teams from the Caribbean Islands have ever competed at a men’s World Cup finals. But this time around, the American Dream is still alive for five nations in this region including Jamaica - so Jamaican news and sports journalist Karen Madden joins Kelly and Rory to talk about what it would mean to the country to qualify for the tournament, after the devastating effects of Storm Melissa. One country aiming to be part of it for the first time in 40 years is Iraq. In this international window they face the UAE in a playoff to reach the intercontinental playoffs, which take place in Mexico in March. Hassan Balal from the Iraq Football Pod gives his analysis on the state of the national team at the moment. Then Boston is the focus, as the city prepares to host seven games at the Foxborough Stadium. Timecodes: 4’00 - Latin American Journalist Nico Cantor chat. 11:47 - Jamaican news and sports journalist Karen Madden on teams in the Caribbean. 15’00 -Interview with Juninho Bacuna, who’s one of many Curaçao internationals born in the Netherlands. 28:30 – Hassan Balal on the state of the national team in Iraq. 35:00 - Julie Duffy from Boston’s tourism board.

Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Charlie Adam and Rory Smith on the Monday Night Club.After Sunderland's stoppage time equaliser against Arsenal, the panel reflect on captain Granit Xhaka's influence. Is he the signing of the season? Who does he join on a list of the best aging midfielders? And what else is going so right at the Stadium of Light? From selling fruit and laying bricks to waiting for his first national team call-up: South American football expert Tim Vickery joins to chat Brentford's Igor Thiago. Plus, Felix Johnston tells us how he has been headhunted to become a first team scout at Como, having started out with a Chelsea fan account on X.  Timecodes: 1'56 Granit Xhaka: signing of the season? 9'11 Sunderland vs Arsenal 14'32 Aging midfielders 24'06 Igor Thiago chat with Tim Vickery 37'08 Felix Johnston

Doku shines as Man City ‘tonk’ Liverpool. Rick Edwards is joined by Nigel Reo-Coker & The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards to review the weekend’s Premier League action. Hear from Pep Guardiola, Arne Slot, Sean Dyche, Nuno Espirito Santo and Eddie Howe.00:45 Man City ‘tonk’ Liverpool 05:10 Should van Dijk’s goal have stood? 09:05 Doku shines 16:55 Was it a penalty? 17:45 Rob Edwards set for ‘shameful’ move to Wolves 24:30 Sunderland use ‘partisan home crowd’ 32:05 Late drama at Tottenham-Man Utd 39:55 West Ham & Forest win from behind 45:55 What’s going on at Newcastle?5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Wed 2000 Man Utd v PSG in UEFA Women’s Champions League, Thu 1945 England v Serbia in World Cup Qualifying.

Mary Earps is speaking for the first time since extracts of her book were released over the first weekend of November before the full autobiography comes out on the 6th.Emma Sanders sat down with Mary and spoke about the immediate reaction and how she's felt since those extracts were published.Mary opens up about her relationship with Sarina Wiegman after announcing her retirement before the Euros and opens up about life off the pitch, being in a same sex relationship and the process of freezing her eggs, which she has not discussed publicly before.If you've been affected by the issues in this podcast, you can visit https://www.bbc.co.uk/actionline for help and support.Timecodes: 03:30 Early experiences of bullying 09:30 Having panic attacks 13:05 Struggles with body image and eating habits 18:40 Time in Wolfsburg 26:00 Wages in WSL 28:40 Her relationship & sexuality 32:30 Recent reaction to the books extracts 36:30 Relationship with Sarina Wiegman 50:10 Change in the women’s game & fame 54:15 Freezing her eggs 57:30 Manchester United

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. Hear an interview with Thomas Tuchel as he recalls Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden for England. The guys look ahead to the Premier League weekend and hear from young reporter Jacob Culshaw who’s been going viral on social media. There’s another tight Clash of the Commentators. And suggestions always welcome for our Great Glossary of Football Commentary and unintended pub names from football commentary - WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk01:10 Ali’s trip to Prague 06:25 The Tap Inn exists! 07:45 Tuchel recalls Bellingham & Foden 15:40 Premier League commentaries 20:15 Unintended pub names 27:30 TikTok sensation Jacob Culshaw joins the pod 36:50 Clash of the Commentators 44:20 Great Glossary of Football Commentary5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 West Ham v Burnley, Sat 1500 Everton v Fulham on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Sunderland v Arsenal, Sun 1400 Nottingham Forest v Leeds, Sun 1400 Brentford v Newcastle on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Aston Villa v Bournemouth on BBC Sport, Sun 1400 Crystal Palace v Brighton on BBC Sport, Sun 1630 Man City v Liverpool.

After another week where five of the six English sides won in the Champions League, Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Raphael Honigstein to discuss their dominance.We reflect on another impressive performance from Club Brugge in their 3-3 draw with Barcelona. Outside of England are Bayern the team to beat? They’re on a 16-game winning run after their 2-1 victory over PSG. Are Luis Enrique’s side starting to show cracks?Plus, Marcel van der Kraan joins the pod to discuss Ajax after they sacked John Heitinga with the club 8 points off the pace in Eredivisie and bottom of the Champions League table after a fourth European defeat in a row. Could Erik Ten Hag be the man to save their season? Timecodes: 01:59 – Club Brugge 3-3 Barcelona – Match of the week? 11:37 – Micky van de Ven’s goal – was it even that good? 13:15 – Are we at the start of a period of English Champions League dominance? 28:28 – Bayern the team to beat? 37:40 – Cracks showing at PSG? 44:40 – Ajax sack Heitinga

It was another successful night for Premier League clubs in the Champions League with wins for Manchester City who beat Borussia Dortmund, Newcastle who got the better of Athletic Club at St James Park - and a draw for Chelsea away to Qarabag in Baku. Kelly Cates has all the reaction and is joined by Premier League legends Michael Brown, Leon Osman and Tim Krul. They start at the Etihad where Phil Foden and Erling Haaland dazzled again for Manchester City on bonfire night – and Pep Guardiola even pops on the pod to chat to John Murray after his side’s 4-1 victory. Tim gives his thoughts on Joelinton and Dan Burn after they scored for his former side, giving Newcastle a 2 nil win.And Chelsea came from 2-1 down to draw two all with their opponents, after Alejandro Garnacho got Chelsea’s second and proved that he was indeed the impact substitution that manager Enzo Maresca needed. Timecodes: 00:40 – Manchester City section. 10:25 – Pep Guardiola with John Murray. 14:30 – Newcastle section. 18:08 – Eddie Howe interview. 22:35 - Chelsea chat. 29:53 - Enzo Maresca audio. Thursday 6th November EUROPA LEAGUE: Midtjylland v Celtic 1745 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA CONFERENCE LEAGUE: AEK Larnaca v Aberdeen 1745 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 2 EUROPA LEAGUE: Rangers v Roma 1945 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA Saturday 8th November PREMIER LEAGUE: West Ham v Burnley 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Fulham 1500 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Sunderland v Arsenal 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE WSL: Arsenal v Chelsea 1200 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA Sunday 9th November PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Leeds United 1400 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Newcastle 1400 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Bournemouth 1400 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 2 PREMIER LEAGUE: Crystal Palace v Brighton 1400 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Liverpool 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Lyle Taylor react to Southampton sacking Will Still. Also hear from under-pressure Norwich boss Liam Manning. Lyle is on course for the FA Cup Golden Ball, and will David Nugent make our 72+ Ultimate All-Time EFL XI? Send your suggestions to us on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.02:10 Lyle is joint top-scorer in the FA Cup 07:30 Is soup the secret to Lyle’s success? 12:45 Will Still sacked by Southampton 19:30 Are football club structures too complicated? 25:45 Liam Manning struggling at Norwich City 35:55 David Nugent for our Ultimate EFL All-Time XI? 39:50 72PLUS 72MINUS5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Wed 1745 Qarabag v Chelsea, Wed 2000 Man City v Borussia Dortmund, Sat 1500 West Ham v Burnley, Sat 1500 Everton v Fulham on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Sunderland v Arsenal, Sun 1400 Nottingham Forest v Leeds, Sun 1400 Brentford v Newcastle on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Aston Villa v Bournemouth on BBC Sport, Sun 1400 Crystal Palace v Brighton on BBC Sport, Sun 1630 Man City v Liverpool.

Liverpool show they are getting back to their best with a 1-0 win over Real Madrid at Anfield. Mikel Merino was at the double as Arsenal continued their perfect start to the Champions League campaign with a 3-0 win over Slavia Praha, whilst Micky van de Ven stunned the Tottenham Hotspur stadium with a stunning solo goal as Thomas Frank's side beat Copenhagen 4-0.Mark Chapman is joined by Guillem Balague with Ian Dennis, Stephen Warnock and Jonathan Woodgate joining live from Anfield, whilst Ali Bruce-Ball and Pat Nevin give their reaction from Prague. Curtis Davies also joins us having seen Spurs win in North London whilst Conor McNamara sums up an action-packed night in Paris as Bayern Munich beat holders PSG 2-1.Timecodes: 0:27 - Reaction from Anfield as Liverpool beat Real Madrid 5:52 - Guillem Balague joins 7:45 - Courtois 'the best keeper I've ever seen!' 15:39 - Arsenal win in Prague 22:25 - Micky van de Ven's wonder goal as Spurs beat Copenhagen 27:00 - Bayern Munich secure memorable win in Paris 29:00 - Round up of Champions League scores Commentaries on 5 Live/BBC Sounds Wednesday 5 November Champions League: Qarabag v Chelsea - 1745 KO - 5 LIVE Champions League: Manchester City v Borussia Dortmund - 2000 KO - 5 LIVEThursday 6 November Europa League: Midtjylland v Celtic - 1745 KO - SPORTS EXTRA Conference League: AEK Larnaca v Aberdeen - 1745 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 2 Europa League: Rangers v Roma - 2000 KO - SPORTS EXTRASaturday 8 November Women's Super League: Arsenal v Chelsea - 1200 KO - SPORTS EXTRA Premier League: West Ham v Burnley - 1500 KO - 5 LIVE Premier League: Everton v Fulham - 1500 KO - SPORTS EXTRA Premier League: Sunderland v Arsenal - 17:30 KO - 5 LIVE Sunday 9 November Premier League: Nottingham Forest v Leeds - 1400 KO - 5 LIVE Premier League: Brentford v Newcastle - 1400 KO - SPORTS EXTRA Premier League: Aston Villa v Bournemouth - 1400 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 2 Premier League: Crystal Palace v Brighton - 1400 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 Premier League: Manchester City v Liverpool - 1630 KO - 5 LIVE

Mark Chapman is joined by Andros Townsend, Shay Given and Rory Smith on the Monday Night Club. With former boss Gary O’Neil ruling himself out of the running, what type of manager would be attracted to the Wolves job? Should the club be moving away from the ‘usual’ pool of Premier League managers? Ryan Leister, host of The Wolves Report, joins the pod to consider the wider issues associated with Wolves’ recent decline. Shay offers insight on the dynamics in a goalkeeping group and the considerations when writing a book following the fallout from the publication of Mary Earps’ autobiography. Former Scotland forward James McFadden joins to chat Old Firm derby. How different are Celtic under Martin O’Neill? Are Rangers improved under Rohl? The panel consider Ruben Amorim’s tenure so far as Saturday marked his one-year anniversary in charge at Old Trafford.Plus, have West Ham turned a corner? Did they make the right call in appointing Nuno Espirito Santo? Timecodes: 1’33 Managerial vacancy at Wolves 19’30 West Ham 27’21 Nottingham Forest 30’08 One year of Ruben Amorim 39’38 Old Firm derby 50’50 Mary Earps’ autobiography 5 Live / BBC Sounds Commentaries:Tuesday 4th November CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Slavia Prague v Arsenal 1745 KO – live on 5 Live. CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Liverpool v Real Madrid 2000 KO - live on 5 Live. CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Spurs v FC Copenhagen 2000 KO - live on Sports Extra. Wednesday 5th November CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Qarabag v Chelsea 1745 KO - live on 5 Live. CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Manchester City v Borussia Dortmund - live on 5 Live. Thursday 6th November EUROPA LEAGUE: Midtjylland v Celtic 1745 KO - live on Sports Extra. CONFERENCE LEAGUE: AEK Larnaca v Aberdeen 1745 KO - live on Sports Extra 2. EUROPA LEAGUE: Rangers v Roma 1945 KO - live on Sports Extra. Saturday 8th November PREMIER LEAGUE: West Ham v Burnley 1500 KO - live on 5 Live. PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Fulham 1500 KO - live on Sports Extra. PREMIER LEAGUE: Sunderland v Arsenal 1730 KO live on 5 Live. WSL: Arsenal v Chelsea 1200 KO - live on Sports Extra. Sunday 9th November PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Leeds United 1400 KO - live on 5 Live. PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Newcastle 1400 KO - live on Sports Extra. PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Bournemouth 1400 KO - live on Sports Extra 2. PREMIER LEAGUE: Crystal Palace v Brighton 1400 KO - live on Sports Extra 3. PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Liverpool 1630 KO - live on 5 Live.

Wolves sack Pereira, Liverpool back to winning ways and Spurs' home woes continue. Rick Edwards is joined by former Premier League goalkeeper David James and The Telegraph's Luke Edwards as they look back on this weekend's Premier League action. Hear from Sean Dyche on Manchester United's controversial corner and Nuno Espírito Santo after West Ham recorded their first home win of the season.3:10 - Vitor Pereira sacked by Wolves 10:45 - Who could come in to replace him? 13:53 - Liverpool get much needed win over Aston Villa 25:37 - Half-time teaser 28:30 - Spurs' home misery continues with loss against Chelsea 33:45 - Sean Dyche interview 37:10 - West Ham end wait for first home win 37:30 - Nuno Espírito Santo interview 39:22 - Worries for Newcastle 42:55 - Welbeck for England? 44:50 - Erling Haaland 'thundering' in on goal.5 Live/BBC Sounds Champions League commentaries Tue 1745 - Slavia Prague v Arsenal Tue 2000 - Liverpool v Real Madrid Wed 1745 - Qarabağ v Chelsea Wed 2000 - Manchester City v Borussia Dortmund

In this week’s edition of the Football Interview, Kelly Somers speaks to the Everton and England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. They discuss ambitions for his club side this season, breaking Gordon Banks’ record for the number of consecutive clean sheets for England and his love of motocross.

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They look ahead to the Premier League weekend and tell the stories behind the commentaries. Who will lift themselves off the bottom of the table in Clash of the Commentators? Suggestions welcome for our Great Glossary of Football Commentary and unintended pub names from football commentary - WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:45 Liverpool lose again 03:15 Ian & John get commentator-spotted! 07:25 5 Live commentaries this weekend 11:35 John on his first visit to Everton’s new stadium 15:40 FA Cup first round weekend 19:20 More unintended pub names 26:35 Clash of the Commentators 33:35 How to mention the unmentionables 35:55 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 47:20 Commentators ‘missing a sitter’5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Nottingham Forest v Man Utd, Sat 1500 Burnley v Arsenal on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Tottenham v Chelsea, Sun 1400 West Ham v Newcastle, Sun 1630 Man City v Bournemouth.

Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Balague and James Horncastle to discuss the latest from the continent. Plenty of drama in El Clasico after Vinicius Jr was subbed off, and Lamine Yamal was involved in the post-match bust-up. They discuss the latest at Juventus after Luciano Spalletti became the latest man in the dugout - is he the answer? Plus, they discuss Claude Makelele's new role... part of the committee for Miss Universe 2025!Time Codes 02:00 - El Clasico 31:45- Luciano Spalletti at Juventus 41:10 - Jamie Vardy's first goal for Cremonese 44:40 - Champions League Preview next week

Kelly Cates is joined by Stephen Warnock, Alistair Bruce-Ball and Pat Nevin as Liverpool’s losing streak continues at the hands of Crystal Palace.It was a case of: New line-up, same result at Anfield as Arne Slot made ten changes to his starting XI who then went on to lose the club’s sixth game in seven. What was the thinking behind Slot’s reshuffle? Do Liverpool have an issue with strength in depth? How much can really be taken from this defeat? Hear from Oliver Glasner as Crystal Palace claim their third win over Liverpool this season and also from Arne Slot, as Stephen offers why he’s disappointed by the Liverpool manager’s post-match reflections. Plus, the panel discuss Martin O’Neill’s first game in charge at Celtic for 20 years as they beat Falkirk 4-0 in what has been another turbulent week in Glasgow. Time codes: 1’09 Arne Slot’s squad rotation 4’20 Oliver Glasner 8’30 Any positives to team rotation? 25’16 Arne Slot 30’19 What do Liverpool’s goals now become? 31’55 Martin O’Neill 33’38 Celtic chat

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Phil Brown talk Peterborough appointing Luke Williams. Also Reading swap Noel Hunt for Leam Richardson. Hear from Frank Lampard with Coventry City flying in the Championship. And will Billy Sharp & Michael Brown make our 72+ Ultimate All-Time EFL XI? Send your suggestions to us on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.03:40 ‘Fergie time’ is up at Peterborough United 07:50 Grease up the managerial merry-go-round 10:40 Leam Richardson replaces Noel Hunt at Reading 14:45 FA Cup first round games to watch 18:00 Coventry City flying 29:05 Sheff Wed fans rally around the club 31:20 Stewards get attention in League One 35:30 Jobi’s ‘jobsworth’ steward 38:45 Billy Sharp & Michael Brown for our Ultimate EFL XI? 41:50 Late winners in 72PLUS 72MINUS5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Wed 1945 Liverpool v Crystal Palace in EFL Cup, Sat 1500 Nottingham Forest v Man Utd, Sat 1500 Burnley v Arsenal on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Tottenham v Chelsea, Sun 1400 West Ham v Newcastle, Sun 1630 Man City v Bournemouth.

James Gregg is joined by BBC Senior Football Correspondent Sami Mokbel and former Premier League and Rangers midfielder Charlie Adam on the latest Football Daily podcast. They are joined by BBC Scotland’s Chief Sports Writer Tom English to react to Brendan Rodgers’ dramatic Celtic exit, and the even more dramatic statement from Celtic majority shareholder Dermot Desmond. Tom explains how we got to this point, what the reaction has been and what is next for the Hoops after appointing Martin O’Neill as their interim boss. Sami and Charlie then dig into what has happened to reigning Premier League champions Liverpool. Their loss at Brentford was their fourth league defeat in a row, seeing them fall to seventh after a strong start and a sparkling summer window. Where is it going wrong, and can Arne Slot turn it around? 5 Live Commentaries Wednesday 29 October: Liverpool v Crystal Palace, Carabao Cup 1945 Saturday 1st November Nottingham Forest v Manchester United, Premier League, 1500 Burnley v Arsenal, Premier League, 1500 – Sports Extra Tottenham v Chelsea, Premier League 1730 Chelsea v London City Lionesses, WSL, 1200 – Sports ExtraSunday 2nd November West Ham v Newcastle, Premier League, 1400 Manchester City v Bournemouth, Premier League 1630

Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Andros Townsend on MNC this week!First up on this week's episode, former Celtic striker Chris Sutton reacts to the news that head coach Brendan Rodgers has resigned from the club. Then, the panel chat Sunderland who currently sit 4th in the Premier League, and Bournemouth who are still flying high! The team then discuss set-pieces with set-piece coach Andy Parslow, and Arsenal extending their lead at the top. Finally, can Hearts make history as the first non-Old Firm side to win the Scottish Premiership in 40 years? Former Hearts boss Gary Locke joins MNC.Timecodes: 00:25 Brendan Rodgers resigns as Celtic boss 07:07 Sunderland fan Frankie Francis joins the show 23:51 Are Bournemouth the new recruitment kings? 30:51 Set-pieces with Andy Parslow 44:46 Can Hearts go the distance? Gary Locke joins MNC 52:33 Are Arsenal finally going to win the Premier League?5 Live / BBC Sounds EFL Cup commentaries: Tue 1945 Grimsby Town v Brentford, Wed 1945 Liverpool v Crystal Palace.

Man Utd leapfrog Liverpool, Sunderland are in the top four & pressure grows on Wolves’ Vitor Pereira. Rick Edwards is joined by Nigel Reo-Coker & The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards to review the weekend’s Premier League action. Hear from Ruben Amorim, Wilson Isidor and Vitor Pereira.03:50 Should we start taking Bournemouth seriously? 06:15 Should that Man Utd fan book his haircut? 10:00 Ruben Amorim INTERVIEW 15:25 Liverpool lose again 26:30 Half-time teaser 28:45 Wilson Isidor INTERVIEW 34:20 Chelsea lack of experience shows? 36:15 Wolves fans turn on Vitor Pereira 39:45 West Ham not hammering 42:00 Aston Villa are still back 45:30 Arsenal four points clear5 Live / BBC Sounds EFL Cup commentaries: Tue 1945 Grimsby Town v Brentford, Wed 1945 Liverpool v Crystal Palace.

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball look ahead to the Premier League weekend, including Sean Dyche’s first league game in charge of Nottingham Forest. Can Man Utd back up their Anfield win? Can Mason Mount and Danny Welbeck work their way back into England contention? And the guys have their say on Liverpool’s succession of 8pm kick-offs.00:55 Chelsea v Sunderland 05:15 Man Utd v Brighton 06:40 Can Mason mount an England challenge? 09:45 Can Welbeck work his way back in? 11:50 Sean Dyche first PL game as Forest boss 17:15 Will Haaland keep up his scoring streak? 19:40 Liverpool start 8pm Saturday streakBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Chelsea v Sunderland, Sat 1500 Newcastle v Fulham on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Man Utd v Brighton, Sun 1400 Arsenal v Crystal Palace, Sun 1400 Aston Villa v Man City on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Bournemouth v Nottingham Forest on BBC Sport website & app, Sun 1400 Wolves v Burnley on BBC Sport website & app, Sun 1630 Everton v Tottenham.

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They discuss a high-scoring week in the UEFA Champions League, what jobs they would do if they weren’t commentators & the unintended pub crawl just gets longer! Suggestions welcome for our Great Glossary of Football Commentary and unintended pub names from football commentary - WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:40 Ian gets destroyed by Herr Chapman 04:25 Champions League reflections 11:10 5 Live commentaries this weekend 13:00 What job would they do if not commentary? 17:20 Unintended pub names from football commentary 22:10 Top vs bottom in Clash of the Commentators 34:40 Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Chelsea v Sunderland, Sat 1500 Newcastle v Fulham on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Man Utd v Brighton, Sun 1400 Arsenal v Crystal Palace, Sun 1400 Aston Villa v Man City on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Bournemouth v Nottingham Forest on BBC Sport website & app, Sun 1400 Wolves v Burnley on BBC Sport website & app, Sun 1630 Everton v Tottenham.Glossary so far:DIVISION ONE Bosman, Cruyff Turn, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Hibs it, The Maradona, Onion bag, Panenka, Rabona, Tiki-taka, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep.DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Coat is on a shoogly peg, Daisycutter, Has that in his locker, Howler, One for the cameras, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Root and branch review, Row Z, Stramash, Taking one for the team, That’s great… (football), Thunderous strike.UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Maz Farookhi, Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Mina Rzouki discuss all the latest in European football.The panel discuss a record-breaking Champions League gameweek with a massive 71 goals being scored against the 18 matches.Arsenal’s 4-0 win over Atletico Madrid at the Emirates was one of the standout results – Does that now make the Gunners the favourites to win this season’s competition?Napoli and Juventus, meanwhile, both lost in midweek with the gang discussing the struggles facing the two Italian sides plus the rise of Cesc Fabregas’ Como who are sixth in Serie A.The decision to cancel the La Liga game in Miami between Barcelona and Villarreal is also a topic on the episode and Guillem previews this weekend’s first El Clasico of the season between Real Madrid and Barcelona at the Bernabeu.1:00 – Goals galore in the Champions League 5:00 – “There has to be an all-English final” 8:00 – Are Arsenal favourites to win the Champions League? 16:30 – Napoli and Antonio Conte 22:40 – Juventus’ struggles 27:10 – Cesc Fabregas’ Como success 33:10 – La Liga Miami fixture cancelled 39:00 – Guillem Balague previews El Clasico

Liverpool came from behind in Frankfurt to avoid a fifth consecutive defeat, Chelsea’s teenage trio Marc Guiu, Estêvão, and Tyrique George scored as they eased past ten-man Ajax and Spurs remained unbeaten in the Champions League with a goalless draw in Monaco. Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Paul Robinson and Pat Nevin to react to the night’s games. Conor McNamara and Liverpool fan Abigail Rudkin join us to reflect on a big win for Arne Slot’s side against Eintracht Frankfurt, with Ekitike, van Dijk, Konaté, Gakpo and Szoboszlai on the score sheet in Germany. We’re at Stamford Bridge where Chelsea swept Ajax aside with ease despite Enzo Maresca making ten changes to his side. And are Tottenham lucky to still be unbeaten in the Champions League? Maz Farookhi has the details of their draw with Monaco. Plus, John Bennett joins us with news of goals for Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane. Timecodes: 01:04 – Eintracht Frankfurt 1-5 Liverpool 06:32 – Liverpool fan Abigail Rudkin 14:12 – Arne Slot reaction 16:10 – Chelsea 5-1 Ajax 23:16 – Monaco 0-0 Tottenham Hotspur 26:45 – Jude Bellingham off the mark and Harry Kane scores againCommentaries this week: Thursday 23rd October EUROPA LEAGUE: Brann v Rangers 1745 KO - SPORTS EXTRA CONFERENCE LEAGUE: AEK Athens v Aberdeen 1745 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 2 EUROPA LEAGUE: Celtic v Sturm Graz 2000 KO - SPORTS EXTRASaturday 25th October PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Sunderland 1500 KO - 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Newcastle v Fulham 1500 KO - SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Brighton 1730 KO - 5 LIVE WOMENS INTERNATIONALS: England v Brazil 1730 KO - SPORTS EXTRASunday 26th October PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Crystal Palace 1400 KO - 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Manchester City 1400 KO - SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Nottingham Forest 1400 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 2 PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Burnley 1400 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Spurs 1630 KO - 5 LIVE

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Steve Evans talk Norwich with pressure on Liam Manning. Hear from football finance expert Kieran Maguire and BBC Radio Sheffield’s Rob Staton in what could be a big week for Sheffield Wednesday. Also Blackpool appoint Ian Evatt and Britt Assombalonga is back in the EFL! And will Wes Hoolahan make our 72+ Ultimate All-Time EFL XI? Send your suggestions to us on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.00:20 Footballers getting in the ring 03:15 Steve nearly eight stone down 04:00 Has football become too comfortable for players? 10:05 Norwich drop into relegation zone 19:20 Sheff Wed set for winding-up petition 20:35 Explainer from football finance expert 29:10 Blackpool appoint Ian Evatt 33:20 Britt Assombalonga back in the EFL 34:45 Wes Hoolahan for our Ultimate EFL XI? 38:10 Goal of the season in 72PLUS 72MINUS?5 Live / BBC Sounds UEFA Champions League commentaries: Wed 2000 Chelsea v Ajax.

Arsenal continued their perfect start to the Champions League this season with a 4-0 win against Atletico Madrid, Manchester City picked up their first away win in the competition since last October against Villarreal thanks to yet another goal from Erling Haaland, and Anthony Gordon put on a man of the match display as Newcastle beat Benfica 3-0 at St James’ Park. Kelly Cates is joined by Andros Townsend, Guillem Balague, Glenn Murray and Ian Dennis to reflect on a great night for the English clubs in the Champions League. There’s reaction to the news the La Liga match between Barcelona and Villarreal that was due to take place in Miami is off after opposition from fans and player protests at the weekend. John Bennett joins us to talk about some incredible high scoring games, including Paris Saint Germain’s 7-2 win over Bayer Leverkusen, on a night where there were 43 goals scored across the competition. Plus, we hear from Sean Dyche after he was appointed Nottingham Forest manager. Timecodes: 00:44 – Arsenal 4-0 Atletico Madrid 15:27 – Newcastle United 3-0 Benfica 19:45 – Villarreal 0-2 Manchester City 23:50 – La Liga cancel Miami game 26:41 – A 43-goal night in the Champions League 29:05 – Sean Dyche interviewCommentaries this week: Wednesday 22nd October CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Chelsea v Ajax 2000 KO - 5 LIVEThursday 23rd October EUROPA LEAGUE: Brann v Rangers 1745 KO - SPORTS EXTRA CONFERENCE LEAGUE: AEK Athens v Aberdeen 1745 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 2 EUROPA LEAGUE: Celtic v Sturm Graz 2000 KO - SPORTS EXTRASaturday 25th October PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Sunderland 1500 KO - 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Newcastle v Fulham 1500 KO - SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Brighton 1730 KO - 5 LIVE WOMENS INTERNATIONALS: England v Brazil 1730 KO - SPORTS EXTRASunday 26th October PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Crystal Palace 1400 KO - 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Manchester City 1400 KO - SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Nottingham Forest 1400 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 2 PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Burnley 1400 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Spurs 1630 KO - 5 LIVE

Mark Chapman is joined by Rory Smith, Chris Sutton and Stephen Warnock on MNC this week. First up, with Ange Postecoglou being sacked as Forest manager on Saturday, the panel discuss whether Sean Dyche is the perfect replacement. Then, the MNC team discuss Liverpool having squad issues and a lack of direction, and whether this is a turning point for Manchester United. In Chris Sutton's words, United "got away with it" at Anfield on Sunday.And with 2 goals on the weekend, Brighton's Danny Welbeck is showing no signs of slowing down! He joins the pod to reflect on beating Newcastle on Saturday. Finally, BBC Scotland's Chris McLaughlin chats to the panel about Danny Rohl's U-turn to join Rangers.Timecodes: 02:50 Forest's decision to sack Ange 13:57 Is Dyche the perfect replacement? 21:30 Are Liverpool in crisis? Where do the problems lie? 32:09 Can Manchester United turn a corner? 35:18 Chris says United "got away with it" 41:28 Danny Welbeck joins the show 53:16 Rohl's Rangers U-turn5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries this week: Tue 2000 Arsenal v Atletico Madrid, Wed 2000 Chelsea v Ajax,Sat 1500 Chelsea v Sunderland, Sat 1500 Newcastle v Fulham (Sports Extra), Sat 1730 Manchester United v Brighton, Sat 1730 England women v Brazil (Sports Extra),Sun 1400 Aston Villa v Manchester City, Sun 1400 Arsenal v Crystal Palace (Sports Extra), Sun 1400 Bournemouth v Nottingham Forest (Sports Extra 2) Sun 1400 Wolves v Burnley (Sports Extra 3), Sun 1630 Everton v Spurs.

Man Utd end Anfield drought as Liverpool blip deepens. Rick Edwards is joined by Clinton Morrison & The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards to review the weekend’s Premier League action. Hear from Ruben Amorim, Arne Slot and Harry Maguire. Also catch up with Nottingham Forest midfielder Ryan Yates after Ange Postecoglou was sacked. And is Spurs’ stadium too nice? Hear from Thomas Frank.03:00 Ruben Amorim INTERVIEW 04:05 Arne Slot INTERVIEW 19:15 Harry Maguire INTERVIEW 27:30 Postecoglou sacked 29:20 Ryan Yates INTERVIEW 36:25 Will we see Ange again in the PL? 37:30 Who do Forest turn to next? 40:15 Arsenal three points clear at the top 43:00 Thomas Frank INTERVIEW 46:00 Mateta takes it easy on the corner flags5 Live / BBC Sounds UEFA Champions League commentaries: Tue 2000 Arsenal v Atletico Madrid, Wed 2000 Chelsea v Ajax.

In this week’s edition of the Football Interview, Kelly talks to Brendan Rodgers. He talks about the ‘unique pressure’ of managing his current club Celtic, his hope of managing 1000 games and how winning the Championship play-off with Swansea City in 2011 and taking them into the Premier League propelled his career to another level.

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language ahead of Liverpool vs Man Utd. John reflects on his surprise facial in Latvia, Ali recalls a twist in the tail at Wales-Belgium, and Ian faces John in Clash of the Commentators. Plus, a plethora of unintended pub names from football commentary, and more additions to the Great Glossary. Suggestions welcome - WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk03:30 John’s airport facial 07:15 How to make World Cup qualifying more interesting 14:25 Twist in the tail at Wales-Belgium 19:55 Visibility problems for Ian 22:25 Liverpool-Man Utd leads the 5 Live billing 26:40 Will Ian win again in Clash of the Commentators? 36:05 More perils of off-tube broadcasting 38:25 Unintended pub names 43:35 Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries: Sat 18 Oct 1500 Man City v Everton, Sat 18 Oct 1500 Crystal Palace v Bournemouth on Sports Extra, Sat 18 Oct 1730 Fulham v Arsenal, Sun 19 Oct 1400 Tottenham v Aston Villa, Sun 19 Oct 1630 Liverpool v Man Utd.Glossary so far:DIVISION ONE Bosman, Cruyff Turn, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Hibs it, Onion bag, Panenka, Rabona, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep.DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Coat is on a shoogly peg, Daisycutter, Has that in his locker, Howler, One for the cameras, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Root and branch review, Row Z, Stramash, Taking one for the team, That’s great… (football), Thunderous strike.UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Euro Leagues: Kane for Ballon d'Or & Faroe Islands at the World Cup?John Bennett, Guillem Balague, Rafa Honigstein and Mina Rzouki discuss all the latest in European football. Jean-Philippe Mateta has his first start for France at the age of 28 - but he's ruffled some feathers after calling out former teammate Wilfried Zaha. Nick Woltemade has now scored in his last 4 games for club and country - how big was this international break for him? Der Klassiker is this weekend - the only 2 unbeaten teams in Bundesliga face off but who will come out on top? Gennaro Gattuso has won his last four with Italy, and in Serie A, have AS Roma finally hit the jackpot with Gian Piero Gasperini? Plus Faroe Islands' Odmar Faero drops by with his country just a point away from the World Cup play-off spots - can they become the smallest nation to ever play at a World Cup? And what's the latest with Jude Bellingham after his omission from the England squad? How has that been received across the continent? And how important is Mikel Merino for Spain?01:05- Mateta and Zaha 09:50 - Woltemade 17:20 - Can Harry Kane win the Ballon d'Or? 24:05 - Italy 31:15- Roma 36:30 - Faroe Islands' Odmar Faero 47:15- Jude Bellingham

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Tommy Smith talk to new Luton boss Jack Wilshere. They also discuss clubs returning to ‘old flame’ managers, what about Maldon & Tiptree’s war of words with Port Vale after the FA Cup draw, and will Chris Powell make our All-Time Ultimate EFL XI? All that and Pugwash rears his head in 72PLUS 72MINUS. Messages/voicenote us on WhatsApp - 08000 289 369.01:55 What would Jobi/Tommy change about their former clubs? 05:00 Jack Wilshere INTERVIEW 23:30 Clubs returning to ‘old flame’ managers 27:00 Maldon & Tiptree’s war of words with Port Vale 31:40 Soup-er Lyle Taylor 34:00 Chris Powell for the Ultimate EFL XI? 37:20 Goal music in 72PLUS 72MINUS 41:30 Aaron gives his team time off in Fantasy EFL5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Wed 15 Oct 2000 Chelsea v Paris FC in UWCL, Sat 18 Oct 1500 Man City v Everton in Premier League, Sat 18 Oct 1500 Crystal Palace v Bournemouth on Sports Extra, Sat 18 Oct 1730 Fulham v Arsenal, Sun 19 Oct 1400 Tottenham v Aston Villa, Sun 19 Oct 1630 Liverpool v Man Utd.

England are on their way to next summer’s World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the USA after a 5-0 win against Latvia secured their qualification with two matches to spare. Kelly Cates is joined by John Murray, Ian Dennis and former England defenders Conor Coady and Matt Upson to assess England’s performance in Riga, and how the team is developing under Thomas Tuchel.The England boss explains how their game plan might change next summer in North America and how it feels to have sealed qualification. There’s also reaction from Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane.Plus, we discuss the importance of the England captain and whether Jude Bellingham could miss out even if he’s fit next summer? Timecodes: 00:22 – Reaction to performance against Latvia 11:05 – Harry Kane Interview 15:47 – Anthony Gordon Interview 17:43 – Thomas Tuchel Interview 23:14 – Tuchel’s selections - No I in this England Team? 28:50 – How might Tuchel’s squad evolve between now and the World Cup? 33:00 – Tuchel committed to continuity? 34:34 – How Important is Harry Kane for England? 37:02 – Do England need to change style of play for next summer? Commentaries on 5 live and BBC Sounds this week:Wednesday 15th October WOMEN'S CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Chelsea v Paris FC 2000 KO - 5 LIVESaturday 18th October PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Everton 1500 KO - 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Crystal Palace v Bournemouth 1500 KO - SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Arsenal 1730 KO - 5 LIVESunday 19th October PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Aston Villa 1400 KO - 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v Manchester United 1630 KO - 5 LIVE

Delyth Lloyd is joined by former Wales midfielder Dave Edwards, Wales defender Tom Lockyer, and 5 Live commentator Alistair Bruce-Ball to reflect on Wales' 4-2 loss to Belgium in Cardiff. We also get reaction from the Northern Ireland camp as they lose at home to Germany. BBC Sport's Emma Sanders joins the pod to discuss Chelsea captain Millie Bright and her retirement from international football. Football correspondent John Murray gives us the latest from the England camp ahead of their match against Latvia on Tuesday, before we hear from Thomas Tuchel and Jordan Pickford. And finally, we get the latest as Cape Verde qualify for the World Cup!Timecodes: 00:38 Reaction to Wales 4-2 Belgium 10:22 Ethan Ampadu interview 13:09 Craig Bellamy interview 14:43 Northern Ireland lose to Germany 16:50 Captain Trai Hume interview 18:26 Michael O'Neill interview 21:05 Emma Sanders on Millie Bright's retirement 23:40 Thomas Tuchel interview 26:51 Correspondent John Murray joins the pod 30:00 Jordan Pickford interview 34:34 Cape Verde qualify for the World Cup5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Tue 14 Oct 1945 Latvia v England in WCQ, Wed 15 Oct 2000 Chelsea v Paris in UWCL, Sat 18 Oct 1500 Man City v Everton in PL, Sat 18 Oct 1500 Crystal Palace v Bournemouth in PL (Sports Extra), Sat 18 Oct 1730 Fulham v Arsenal in PL, Sun 19 Oct 1400 Spurs v Aston Villa in PL, Sun 19 Oct 1630 Liverpool v Manchester United in PL.

Steve Crossman sits down with Brentford’s Fabio Carvalho and club psychologist Michael Caulfield to discuss how the club’s culture of talking openly has helped their players. Michael installed a bench at the training ground, dubbed Michael’s bench, where players can discuss what is on their mind and share. It has been such a success that the club have installed three more benches at the training ground for their Academy teams and are now putting up more benches around the local community, encourage people to talk to help with their mental health. In an honest interview, Fabio discusses the difficulties he faced as a young man moving from Portugal, how faith and removing himself from social media has helped him and how he thinks modern footballers could benefit from having deeper conversations and sharing their struggles.

Pien Meulensteen is joined by former England defender Phil Jagielka and The Sunday Times chief football writer, Jonathan Northcroft, as Scotland take one step closer to the World Cup having beaten Belarus 2-1. On a night where Steve Clarke broke the record for managing Scotland in more games than anyone else, he says he's "possibly as disappointed as I have been over the whole 72" games.With six points in October, Scotland have got their job done in terms of World Cup qualifying- but why were supporters booing their team off at Hampden? The panel look ahead to England's World Cup qualifier against Latvia. Has Thomas Tuchel got squad selection right? How similar will the England squad look next summer?In domestic football news, what does Steven Gerrard turning down the Rangers job say about the club's current position?Time codes: 0'35 Scotland chat 9'28 Why was Ben Gannon-Doak so impressive?  16'26 Hear from Steve Clarke  18'09 England chat 29'00 Who makes Phil and Jonathan's England World Cup starting XI, at this moment?  31'50 Why would Gerrard not be drawn to the Rangers job?

Scott McTominay left a struggling Manchester United to become Serie A’s Most Valuable Player, win the Scudetto for Napoli and be nominated for the Ballon D’Or - all in one year. Was he this good all along? Is he finally getting the respect he always deserved?This episode of Football Daily, hosted by football writer and Copa 90 presenter Eugene Noble, goes right back to the start of Scott McTominay's incredible story and explores the making of McTominay: How he grew from the Man Utd academy, to being taken under the wing of José Mourinho and performing on the international stage.We speak to the likes of Paul McGuinness and James Weir, coaches and players who knew him at the academy, as well as podcasters, pundits and fans such as Jay Motty, Joe Fischetti and Umberto Bernardo, who have tracked his career from Old Trafford to the Neapolitan sun.We also hear from football journalist Mina Rzouki about how Scott has transformed under Antonio Conte, as well as Scottish Legend and commentator Pat Nevin about how he is becoming a symbol for the nation in the blue shirt of Scotland. We even speak to Scotland head coach Steve Clarke about Scott’s crucial role to the international team and a conversation that sparked Scott’s career back into life.In 2026, McTominay is facing his biggest season yet: Napoli have a title to defend. They’re back in the Champions League. And Scotland have their World Cup qualifier campaign already underway. So, the question isn’t just how Scott McTominay got here - it’s how much higher can he go?

John Murray talks football, travel & language with home nations commentators. Liam McLeod represents Scotland after their dramatic win over Greece, Mark Poyser shows up for Wales after Craig Bellamy’s side lost to England, and Joel Taggart is on the pod on behalf of Northern Ireland. It’s Scotland vs Northern Ireland in Clash of the Commentators and suggestions welcome for our Great Glossary of Football Commentary - WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk05:10 Favourite experiences commentating on your country 08:35 Perils of commentating off-tube 18:10 Craig Bellamy ‘puts on show’ as Wales manager 23:10 Live commentaries & any countries they’ve not been to? 26:40 Best commentary positions in the home nations 31:25 Clash of the Commentators 36:40 Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sun 12 Oct 1200 Chelsea v Tottenham in WSL, Sun 12 Oct 1430 Arsenal v Brighton & Hove in WSL, Sun 12 Oct 1700 Scotland v Belarus in WCQ, Mon 13 Oct 1945 Wales v Belgium in WCQ, Tue 14 Oct 1945 Latvia v England in WCQ, Wed 15 Oct 2000 Chelsea v Paris in UWCL.Glossary so far:DIVISION ONE Bosman, Cruyff Turn, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Hibs it, Onion bag, Panenka, Rabona, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep.DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Coat is on a shoogly peg, Daisycutter, Has that in his locker, Howler, One for the cameras, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Root and branch review, Row Z, Stramash, Taking one for the team, That’s great… (football), Thunderous strike.UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Premier League referee Anthony Taylor joins Dan Roan to give rare insight into life as one of football’s top officials. He opens up about the pressures of refereeing at the highest level, the impact of social media scrutiny and abuse, and how VAR has changed the game. Taylor also reflects on handling racist incidents, the fallout from the 2023 Europa League final, and why empathy from players, pundits and fans is vital for the sport’s future.TIMECODES: 1:49 – Nerves & fear of failure07:16 – Is scrutiny fair?11:32 – 2023 Europa League final fallout15:22 – Adapting to climate at the Club World Cup19:55 – Does he regret decisions?24:56 – Captains only approach27:57 – Do you ever stand by your decision after VAR?

Aaron Paul is joined by Pat Nevin, Stephen Warnock and Danny Ward to wrap up a big night for the home nations.They start at Hampden Park, where Scotland’s comeback win over Greece edges them closer to a World Cup play-off place - with insight from Pat and Gavin Wallace on Scotland snatching a win.Then to Wembley, where England impress again under Thomas Tuchel. The team discuss Tuchel’s attacking approach, Jordan Pickford’s clean-sheet record, and what Craig Bellamy can take from Wales’ defeat.You’ll also hear from Steve Clarke, Thomas Tuchel, Bukayo Saka, Morgan Rogers, Ryan Christie and Lewis Ferguson as both managers and players reflect on a defining night for Scotland and England.TIMECODES:00:53’ – Pat Nevin can’t believe Scotland result04:35’ - Ryan Christie & Lewis Ferguson reaction08:45’ – Steve Clarke interview11:16’ – A look ahead to Scotland v Belarus13:26’ – England comfortable against Wales14:40’ – Morgan Rogers with John Murray19:49’ – Bukayo Saka in the tunnel25:06’ – Thomas Tuchel with John Murray

Mark Chapman and Rory Smith continue the countdown to the 2026 World Cup.Nico Cantor from CBS Sports and Mexican sports journalist Marion Reimers look at Mexico, who will host nine of the tournament’s 104 matches. How will they fare as one of the tournament’s hosts? Can they finally shake off the tag of ‘dark horses’?Former South Africa captain Dean Furman and former Nigeria international Efan Ekoku discuss some of the African teams who may qualify – how are South Africa and Nigeria faring? Plus hear from Cape Verde and Shamrock Rovers defender Roberto Lopes with his country on the edge of qualification for their first ever World Cup.02.40 – Mexico 24.20 – Bigger picture for African teams 43.45 – Cape Verde

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Lyle Taylor jump on the managerial merry-go-round. Watford sack Paolo Pezzolano and reappoint Javi Gracia, Luton say bye to Matt Bloomfield and Blackpool bid farewell to Steve Bruce. Also, what about Birmingham chairman Tom Wagner going in the away end at Wrexham? And will Richard Wood find his way into our Ultimate All-Time EFL XI? Suggestions welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.01:45 Birmingham chairman goes in the away end 06:30 Naming teams on the day of a game 12:50 Watford sack Pezzolano & reappoint Gracia 20:25 Luton sack Matt Bloomfield 34:50 Blackpool sack Steve Bruce 36:20 Will Richard Wood make our All-Time EFL XI? 39:00 72PLUS 72MINUS5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Thu 9 Oct 1945 England v Wales in friendly, Sun 12 Oct 1200 Chelsea v Tottenham in WSL, Sun 12 Oct 1430 Arsenal v Brighton & Hove in WSL, Sun 12 Oct 1700 Scotland v Belarus in WCQ, Mon 13 Oct 1945 Wales v Belgium in WCQ, Tue 14 Oct 1945 Latvia v England in WCQ, Wed 15 Oct 2000 Chelsea v Paris in UWCL.

Mark Chapman is joined by Conor Coady, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith to reflect on more of the weekend’s football stories.The panel discuss Liverpool’s third successive defeat; are they now seeing the impact of Trent Alexander-Arnold leaving? Has Slot thrown too many new players in together? In Nottingham, are Forest fans fair to call for Ange Postecoglou to be sacked already?Plus, Coventry fan Katie Stafford joins the pod as they go top of the Championship and remain the only team in the 92 who are undefeated this season. Time codes: 0’17 Liverpool “not looking convincing” 18’21 Ange Postecoglou speaking post defeat at Newcastle 20’11 Nottingham Forest chat 26’31 Coventry fan Katie Stafford

Mark Chapman is joined by Conor Coady, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith as Rangers sack Russell Martin and Ruben Amorim rings in changes at Manchester United.Hear from former Manchester United number one Peter Schmeichel as he offers his opinion on Senne Lammens’ debut in goal for United. How did he secure fan buy-in from the off? BBC Scotland Sports News Correspondent Chris McLaughlin tells us what went so wrong during Russell Martin's short stint in Glasgow. Might Steven Gerrard make a return to Ibrox? Would he or Sean Dyche be a good appointment for Rangers? And is there now an opportunity for the Old Firm sides to be usurped? Time codes: 0’50 Peter Schmeichel 1’18 Schmeichel criticises recent Manchester United goalkeepers 4’41 Conor Coady calls for Amorim praise 15’08 Rangers sack Russell Martin 26’36 Where do Rangers look next? 28’20 Might Steven Gerrard be interested?

Chelsea leave it late against Liverpool, while pressure mounts on Postecoglou.Rick is joined by David James & The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards.Liverpool made it three losses on the spin in all competitions following Estevao’s last-gasp winner for Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Hear from the Liverpool boss Arne Slot.Eddie Howe’s Newcastle were comfortable 2-0 winners over Nottingham Forest, meaning Ange Postecoglou is still winless at the start of his Forest tenure. Hear from the Forest manager after Nick Woltemade continued his impressive start to life in the Northeast.Also hear from Mikel Arteta after he marked his 300th game in charge of Arsenal with a win, and get the thoughts of Ruben Amorim after a much-needed win at Old Trafford for Manchester United.Timecodes: 01:30 Chelsea’s last-gasp winner 03:45 Are Liverpool in a mini crisis? 13:45 Arne Slot post-Chelsea 20:10 Chelsea impressing despite injuries 26:10 Ange Postecoglou post-Newcastle 36:45 Erling Haaland helps Man City to victory 40:20 Mikel Arteta post-West Ham 43:10 Ruben Amorim post-Sunderland 46:40 Palace’s unbeaten run ends & Wolves concede late again

Kelly Somers sits down with the Liverpool forward, Hugo Ekitike. The Frenchman joined the Premier League champions this summer from Eintracht Frankfurt. He chats to Kelly about his childhood, playing alongside Mo Salah and how he loves to draw!

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They hear from Thomas Tuchel after leaving Bellingham, Foden & Grealish out of his England squad. Plus, John is ‘humbled’ by a commentary tattoo, and will anything join the ‘Cruyff Turn’ in Division One of the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? Get your suggestions in with WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk02:45 Ali has his car back! 06:05 Thomas Tuchel announces England squad, 13:50 Detailed beard analysis, 18:10 5 Live commentaries this weekend, 19:00 Forest fans turn on Ange Postecoglou, 21:05 Selhurst Park adorned with 5 Live quotes, 22:30 John ‘humbled’ by commentary tattoo, 23:35 Can Crystal Palace win the Premier League? 26:20 Ali vs Ian in Clash of the Commentators, 33:00 The Great Glossary of Football Commentary.BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Arsenal v West Ham, Sat 1500 Man Utd v Sunderland on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Chelsea v Liverpool, Sun 1400 Newcastle v Forest, Sun 1400 Everton v Palace on Sports Extra Sun 1400 Aston Villa v Burnley on BBC Sport website & app, Sun 1400 Wolves v Brighton on BBC Sport website & app, Sun 1630 Brentford v Man City.Glossary so far:DIVISION ONE Bosman, Cruyff Turn, Onion bag, Panenka, Rabona, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep.DIVISION TWO Daisycutter, Howler, One for the cameras, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Root and branch review, Row Z, Taking one for the team, That’s great… (football), Thunderous strike.UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Steve Crossman is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Balague and James Horncastle to focus in on some of the top performing number 9s in the Champions League this week.Do the performances of Senny Mayulu and Goncalo Ramos in PSG’s win over Barcelona showcase the club’s continuing conveyor belt of talent? Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen scored to see his team beat Liverpool; why hasn’t he been the transfer target of other major European clubs? Mjallby Assistant Coach Karl Marius Aksum joins the pod as his team could win the title in Sweden for the first time in 86 years later this week. What makes their style of football a more fruitful version of Ruben Amorim’s tactics at Manchester United? Plus, Julien and James discuss their experiences of ‘spying’ when trying to figure out starting line-ups.TIME CODES: 1:41 PSG’s Senny Mayulu and Goncalo Ramos 9:42 Galatasaray’s win over Liverpool 16:03 Julien and James tell us about past spying escapades 22:50 Marseille’s Pierre Emerick Aubameyang 26:03 Mjallby Assistant Coach Karl Marius Aksum 39:15 What’s working for Rasmus Hojlund?

“If you kick someone in the face, I guess it’s a penalty” – that’s Erling Haaland’s view on the late penalty that denied Manchester City a win in Monaco. Mark Chapman is joined by Matt Upson, Chris Sutton, and Conor McNamara for reaction to that and the rest of the night’s action in the Champions League. Eddie Howe assesses Newcastle’s 4-0 win away at Union Saint-Gilloise and we hear from Mikel Arteta after Arsenal made it two wins from two in the Champions League this season with a victory over Olympiakos. 00:44 – Monaco 2-2 Manchester City 09:30 – Was it a penalty? 15:50 – Pep Guardiola 18:30 – Newcastle’s win in Belgium 22:00 – Arsenal 2-0 Olympiakos 23:10 – Mikel Arteta 27:40 – PSG beat BarcelonaCOMMENTARIES:Thursday 2nd October EUROPA LEAGUE: Celtic v Sporting Braga 1745 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 2 EUROPA LEAGUE: Sturm Graz v Rangers 2000 - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRASaturday 4th October WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Arsenal 1200 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v West Ham 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Sunderland 1500 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Liverpool 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVESunday 5th October PREMIER LEAGUE: Newcastle v Nottingham Forest 1400 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Crystal Palace 1400 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 2 PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Burnley 1400 KO - LIVE ON THE BBC SPORT WEBSITE PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Brighton 1400 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Man City 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Phil Brown talk Chris Wilder & Steve Cotterill. They chat on-pitch team talks with Phil up to his old tricks at Peterborough Sports in the National League North. What about Wilder’s wild moment as he was sent off vs Southampton? Cotterill returns to the EFL’s bottom club Cheltenham, and our Ultimate All-Time EFL XI is complete but if you can improve it, send your suggestions to us on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.02:15 Phil Brown giving on-pitch team talk again 15:45 Footballers as chocolate bars 19:45 Chris Wilder sent off as Southampton beat Sheff Utd 24:15 Steve Cotterill returns to bottom club Cheltenham 28:05 How do we solve a problem like Shrewsbury Town? 32:45 Our Ultimate All-Time EFL XI is complete 38:00 Walker worldies & a Maja miss in 72PLUS 72MINUS5 Live / BBC Sounds UEFA Champions League commentaries: Wed 1 Oct 1745 Union Saint-Gilloise v Newcastle on Sports Extra, Wed 1 Oct 2000 Monaco v Man City.

Kelly Cates presents reaction to Liverpool's 1-0 loss to Galatasaray in the Champions League. Andros Townsend, Pat Nevin and 5 Live commentator Ian Dennis reflect on the match and on Liverpool's problems going forward, before we hear from Liverpool manager Arne Slot.We also hear from former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson who watched Chelsea beat Jose Mourinho's Benfica at Stamford Bridge.Spurs came back from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 away to Bodo/Glimt, and we also look ahead to tomorrow's Champions League action, where Monaco host Manchester City at 8pm.Timecodes: 00:12 Reaction to Galatasaray 1-0 Liverpool 17:13 Arne Slot press conference 18:32 Paul Robinson on Chelsea 1-0 Benfica 21:33 Spurs pull it back against Bodo/Glimt 22:51 John Bennett on the biggest stories elsewhere 24:09 Pep Guardiola speak ahead of Monaco 25:40 Conor McNamara & Chris Sutton look ahead to Monaco v Man City5 Live / BBC Sounds UEFA Champions League commentaries: Wed 1 Oct 1745 Union Saint-Gilloise v Newcastle on Sports Extra, Wed 1 Oct 2000 Monaco v Man City.

AFC Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola sits down with Kelly Somers to talk about falling in love with football and growing up in the Basque region of Spain. From playing with Mikel Arteta and Xabi Alonso at school, learning from Marcelo Bielsa and moving to New York, it’s been quite a journey to the English south coast for the former Athletic Club man. He also discusses his life away from the pitch, switching off from football and the how he wants to be remembered when he leaves Bournemouth.

Golf correspondent Iain Carter & commentator Kat Downes join John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball from the Ryder Cup. They talk about John’s travel trevails and his unexpected personal shopping experience. Why will commentating at this Ryder Cup be different? Who will we raise a glass to after Clash of the Commentators? And more suggestions for the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. Get your suggestions in with WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk01:45 Does the Ryder Cup beat all other golf events? 04:10 John’s travel travails mean 24 hours awake 05:45 John’s personal shopping experience 07:50 Commentating on the tee shots 14:00 Could politics make for hostile atmosphere? 15:45 John’s encounters with American supporters 20:35 Commentator Kat Downes joins the pod 23:45 Ali getting hit on the head by a tee shot 31:05 Fine facial fuzz & more pub names 34:30 5 Live football commentaries this weekend 38:45 Clash of the Commentators 45:10 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 48:30 Who’s the most ‘one for the cameras’ golferBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat 1500 Crystal Palace v Liverpool, Sat 1500 Chelsea v Brighton on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Nottingham Forest v Sunderland on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Aston Villa v Fulham, Sun 1630 Newcastle v Arsenal on Sports Extra.Glossary so far:DIVISION ONE Cryuff TurnDIVISION TWO Howler One for the cameras Root and branch review Row Z Taking one for the team That’s great… (football) Thunderous strikeUNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

What is Bruno Fernandes' approach to criticism and the opinions of others? The Manchester United midfielder sits down with Kelly Somers to talk about his childhood, his greatest memories and his views on parenting. From trying to nail down a starting place in Serie A, to an attack on players by fans at Sporting Lisbon, he discusses his mentality on and off the pitch and moments that have shaped him as a person.

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They reflect on their trip to Serbia and look ahead to the return of the Premier League. Can John strike lucky again in Clash of the Commentators? What will be added to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? And there’s a brand new feature… Get your suggestions in with WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk01:00 Ian’s journey down the tunnel in Serbia 07:00 ‘Memorable’ trip as England perform 10:15 How do Bellingham, Saka & Palmer get back in? 13:25 Scrabble boards at the ready! 16:30 5 Live commentaries as the Premier League returns 19:00 Do Liverpool start Isak over Ekitike? 22:40 Most surprising managerial exits? 29:00 Clash of the Commentators 37:40 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 46:25 A new feature… but will it catch on?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat 1500 Everton v Aston Villa, Sat 1500 Newcastle v Wolves on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sat 1730 West Ham v Tottenham, Sun 1400 Burnley v Liverpool, Sun 1630 Man City v Man Utd.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They hear from Thomas Tuchel and Dan Burn ahead of England v Andorra. Will John’s losing run in Clash of the Commentators finally come to an end? And the Great Glossary of Football Commentary returns. Get your suggestions in with WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk02:50 Parking problems 06:50 Arsenal ‘understandable’ approach at Anfield? 11:55 5 Live commentaries this international break 12:45 John Stones withdraws through injury 13:25 Thomas Tuchel on John Stones & Marc Guehi 16:00 Tuchel compares Andorra to chewing gum 17:55 Dan Burn on Alexander Isak leaving Newcastle 19:30 Who did it right? Isak or Guehi? 23:50 Are international commentaries the pinnacle? 27:25 Clash of the Commentators 33:50 Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Fri 5 Sep 1930 Chelsea v Man City in the WSL, Sat 6 Sep 1330 Arsenal v London City Lionesses in the WSL, Sat 6 Sep 1700 England v Andorra in World Cup Qualifying, Sun 7 Sep 1200 Liverpool v Everton in the WSL, Tue 9 Sep 1945 Serbia v England in World Cup Qualifying.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

John Bennett is joined by Archie Rhind-Tutt, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle to discuss ten Hag's sacking at Leverkusen as well as reacting to the end of the transfer window.James also looks ahead with trepidation to Gennaro Gattuso's first match in charge of Italy as their World Cup qualification hangs in the balance...again!Topics: 01:04 - Helen Mirren in Lecce 03:12 - The first top-flight Hamburg derby in 14 years 07:32 - Was Joao Neves' PSG hat-trick the best ever? 12:18 - Erik ten Hag sacked by Bayer Leverkusen 28:40 - Samuel Chukwueze (Milan > Fulham) 35:45 - Xavi Simons & Randal Kolo Muani joining Spurs 39:55 - Gennaro Gattuso's first game in charge of ItalyBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Fri 5 Sep 1930 Chelsea v Man City in the WSL, Sat 6 Sep 1330 Arsenal v London City Lionesses in the WSL, Sat 6 Sep 1700 England v Andorra in World Cup Qualifying, Sun 7 Sep 1200 Liverpool v Everton in the WSL, Tue 9 Sep 1945 Serbia v England in World Cup Qualifying.

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They react to Thomas Tuchel’s England squad announcement and discuss Ruben Amorim’s position at Manchester United. Could another trip to Bodø be on the cards in the Champions League? Plus a tricky Clash of the Commentators AND Producer Clare joins the pod to take us behind the scenes on Saturday’s 5 Live Sport! As always, WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk01:00 Tuchel sorry for Bellingham 'repulsive' remark 06:50 Reacting to the England squad announcement 12:35 Ruben Amorim under pressure at Man Utd 16:45 Other 5 Live commentaries this weekend 17:30 Is another trip to Bodø on the cards in the Champions League? 20:45 John has a rest in Clash of the Commentators 28:25 Producer Clare joins the pod 48:45 A flavour of the Great GlossaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat 1500 Man Utd v Burnley, Sat 1500 Tottenham v Bournemouth on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Leeds v Newcastle, Sun 1200 Rangers v Celtic, Sun 1400 Brighton v Man City, Sun 1400 Nottingham Forest v West Ham on Sports Extra, Sun 1630 Liverpool v Arsenal.

Steve Crossman is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Balague and Mina Rzouki to reflect on the opening weekend of Serie A, as well as discussing Real Oviedo’s long-awaited return to La Liga.Plus, is Trent in trouble at Madrid? And Olivier Giroud might not have ‘broken America’, but he’s still banging the goals in for Lille.Topics: 02:42 - Guillem's lunch with Getafe manager José Bordalás 05:26 - Champions League draw - Kairat Almaty - the Champions League's most easterly club 10:47 - FK Bodø/Glimt - the Champions League's most northerly club - with Norwegian football expert Mats Arntzen 19:30 - Serie A - Jamie Vardy on his way to Cremonese? 29:45 - La Liga - Trent on the bench at Real Madrid 33:35 - The return of Real Oviedo with fan Diego Crespo 43:08 - Lamine Yamal the new number 10 at Barcelona 46:05 - Olivier Giroud loving life at LilleBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat - 1500 - Premier League - Man Utd v Burnley Sat - 1500 - Premier League - Tottenham v Bournemouth Sat - 1730 - Premier League - Leeds v Newcastle Sun - 1200 - Scottish Premiership - Rangers v Celtic Sun - 1400 - Premier League - Brighton v Man City Sun - 1400 - Nottingham Forest v West Ham Sun - 1630 - Liverpool v Arsenal

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They have their say on Alexander Isak and look ahead to the second weekend of Premier League commentaries. Will John’s losing run in Clash of the Commentators ever end? And will the Great Glossary of Football Commentary get its first additions of the season? WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369. Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk01:50 Ian on returning to the Stadium of Light 07:10 Ian makes a ‘horlicks’ of the team news 10:15 Premier League commentaries this weekend 12:20 Ali gets dropped to the commentator’s bench 13:55 John goes Sesko not Šeško 15:35 Sunderland make kit numbers clearer! 17:30 Fulham selling espresso martinis & margaritas 21:40 Alexander Isak ‘behaving like a spoilt child’ 25:25 John vs Ian in a dramatic Clash of the Commentators 33:25 Bundesliga lands on the BBC 37:40 Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Brentford v Aston Villa, Sat 1500 Burnley v Sunderland on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Arsenal v Leeds, Sun 1400 Everton v Brighton, Sun 1400 Crystal Palace v Nottingham Forest on Sports Extra, Sun 1630 Fulham v Man Utd.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Two good feet, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Steve Crossman is joined by Julien Laurens, James Horncastle and Rafa Honigstein for the first Euro Leagues of the season!The panel chat about early season bust-ups and wantaway stars, as well as looking ahead to the start of the new Bundesliga and Serie A seasons.Topics: 02:43 - Argy-bargy at Marseille 09:55 - Roberto De Zerbi's future at Marseille 16:20 - Gianluigi Donnarumma's future at PSG 25:52 - Florian Neuhaus being banished to the youth team at  Borussia Mönchengladbach 28:31 - Ademola Lookman looking to leave Atalanta 35:00 - New Bundesliga season - new beginnings at RB Leipzig 37:53 - Can anyone stop Bayern? 40:04 - A continental replacement for Eberechi Eze at Crystal Palace? 40:45 - New Serie A season - Antonio Conte remains at Napoli 42:40 - Who are Napoli's biggest challengers?   BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries:Sat - 1500 - Premier League - Brentford v Villa Sat - 1500 - Premier League - Burnley v Sunderland Sat - 1730 - Premier League - Arsenal v Leeds Sun - 1400 - Premier League - Everton v Brighton Sun - 1400 - Premier League - Palace v Forest Sun - 1630 - Premier League - Fulham v Man Utd

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. It turns out Sunderland being back in the Premier League may pose some problems for commentators. Which new players are the guys most excited to see in action? Surely John can’t lose again in Clash of the Commentators, and will any new terms be added to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369. Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk08:15 5 Live returns with 209 Premier League commentaries 11:50 ‘Challenging’ commentary position at the Stadium of Light 15:25 Which players are the guys excited to commentate on? 16:48 Benjamin Šeško or Benjamin Sesko? 18:17 Who will be challenging for the title? 20:00 Any new season resolutions? 22:02 What’s in John’s pencil case? 24:53 Feeling rusty at the start of the season 31:03 Will John lose again in Clash of the Commentators? 36:25 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 47:23 Ian’s FPL beef with Chris SuttonBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Sunderland v West Ham, Sat 1500 Tottenham v Burnley on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Wolves v Man City, Sun 1400 Chelsea v Crystal Palace, Sun 1400 Nottingham Forest v Brentford on Sports Extra, Sun 1630 Man Utd v Arsenal.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Two good feet, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Mark Chapman is joined by Rory Smith, Chris Sutton and Izzy Christiansen as the start of the new Premier League season draws ever closer.The panel discuss Crystal Palace losing their appeal against being demoted from the Europa League to the Conference League after the Court of Arbitration for Sport supported UEFA's assessment that they  breached multi-club ownership rules.Plus, will a move to Everton reinvigorate Jack Grealish? And Brighton head coach Fabian Hürzeler joins the podcast to look ahead to the new season and discuss Brighton's famed recruitment strategy.Topics: 00:19 - Palace's demotion to the Conference League 02:24 - Could Palace's demotion be a blessing is disguise? 09:08 - Are the European elite treated differently? 12:27 - Does this end with Palace winning the Conference League? 13:19 - Will Palace's season be defined by whether or not they keep Guehi and Eze? 22:03 - Is Jack Grealish on a season-long loan to Everton a good move? 30:42 - Brighton head coach Fabian Hürzeler joins the podcast 35:47 - Brighton's recruitment process 41:40 - Brighton's private pre-season 44:43 - What does success look like for Brighton this season? 45:56 - Is Hürzeler worried about big clubs circling his players? 53:38 - Should Brighton keep hold of their best players to challenge for trophies?   BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Wed - 2000 - UEFA Super Cup - PSG v Spurs Sat - 1500 - Premier League - Sunderland v West Ham Sat - 1500 - Premier League - Spurs v Burnley Sat - 1730 - Premier League - Wolves v Man City Sun - 1400 - Premier League - Chelsea v Palace Sun - 1400 - Premier League - Forest v Brentford Sun - 1630 - Premier League - Man Utd v Arsenal

Steve Crossman is joined by Charlie Adam, Cameron Jerome, and Mark Clemmit for reaction to the opening Saturday of the Championship season.We hear from Will Still after Southampton came from behind late on beat Wrexham 2-1, Phil Parkinson also has his say on Wrexham being denied an opening win on their return to the second tier. Nathan Jones reflects on a 94th minute winner for Charlton on their return to the Championship. Stoke manager Mark Robins and West Bromwich Albion's Ryan Mason join us to discuss opening wins for their sides. Plus, Dave Challinor joins the pod after Stockport beat Wycombe made it two wins from two in League One.Timecodes: 05:10 - Will Still interview 06:17 - Phil Parkinson interview 09:06 - Mark Robins interview 13:05 - Ryan Mason interview 20:39 - Nathan Jones interview 23:15 - Dave Challinor interview

John Murray & Ian Dennis talk football, travel & language with a live studio audience in Sheffield. Also hear from Pat Nevin and Ali Bruce-Ball. WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369. Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk05:00 John’s end-of-season bonus, 13:40 Ian shows off his big red book, 17:10 Pat Nevin on working with John & Ian, 19:50 Pat and Ian pranking each other, 23:45 Great Glossary of Football Commentary, 34:50 Clash of the Commentators, 41:25 Answering audience questions. BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sun 10 Aug 1500 Crystal Palace v Liverpool in the Community Shield.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Put it in the mixer, Route one Towering header, Two good feet Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

A special episode from the Football Daily archives when in 2019 Rafa Benitez joined Guillem Balague to talk Istanbul, Tyneside & Madrid. [This is a re-versioned episode from the Football Daily archive. It was first published on the 25th April 2019]

As the Football League returns, Football Daily brings a special episode from the archives when Neil Warnock joined the 72+ squad to look back on some of his favourite memories in football. From bowling and chiropody, to Chris Morgan and Adel Taarabt, Neil Warnock lifts the lid on some of his funniest and most memorable stories.

The best bits as John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. Also hear from commentators Peter Drury and Conor McNamara. WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369. Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:55 Peter Drury memories of being on Sports Report, 06:35 Ian Dennis & Izzy Christiansen get caught sticky-handed, 10:35 Conor McNamara gets kick-off time wrong! 13:50 Gadgets and gismos to stay warm in the winter 18:00 Ali’s Shrewsbury storyGlossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalkeepers’ Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Put it in the mixer, Towering header, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Eilidh Barbour is joined by former England internationals Izzy Christiansen and Gilly Flaherty to reflect on Spain's 2-0 win over hosts Switzerland in the Women's Euros quarter-finals in Bern. They also look ahead to tomorrow's quarter-final between France and Germany in Basel, as well as reflecting on England's victory over Sweden on penalties on Thursday.Topics: 00:36 - Spain stutter into semis 05:28 - Hosts Switzerland bow out 10:11 - France v Germany preview 15:38 - England v Sweden reflections 21:24 - Will Italy trouble England? 23:06 - Who are the favourites out of the final five? BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat - 2000 - QF4 - France v Germany Tue - 2000 - SF1 - Italy v England Wed - 2000 - SF2 - Spain v France/Germany

Katie Smith is joined by commentator Vicki Sparks, former England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley and the Telegraph's Luke Edwards to preview England's quarter-final against Sweden in Zurich.England manager Sarina Wiegman tells us about the mood in camp following Saturday's huge win against Wales, while Lucy Bronze discusses whether England will change their approach now they've reached the knockout stage.And we find out about Sweden's 'youth hostel'.Topics: 01:32 - 'Dark horses' Sweden 09:39 - Sarina Weigman interview 12:29 - Will Sweden target Hannah Hampton? 16:50 - How many Sweden players would get in England's starting 11? 18:55 - Ella Toone focus - will she keep her place? 26:41 - Lucy Bronze interview 36:45 - Sweden's 'youth hostel' 40:21 - Predictions BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Thu - 2000 - QF2 - Sweden v England Fri - 2000 - QF3 - Spain v Switzerland Sat - 2000 - QF4 - France v Germany

John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball are joined by golf correspondent Iain Carter to talk about what it’s like commentating at The Open. What does ‘wearing the armband’ mean? Ali reveals the worst moment of his broadcasting career. Iain tells us his tip to be crowned Champion Golfer. All that plus more malapropisms, glossary suggestions, and Clash of the Commentators becomes Clash of the Correspondents!WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369, Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk,03:20 Why does golf work on the radio? 05:30 How was the TCV live show in Sheffield? 07:45 Why did Iain want to be a golf commentator? 13:30 What is ‘wearing the armband’? 15:20 Ali gets told off by a golfer, 20:50 Ali’s ‘worst moment of broadcasting career’, 28:15 How did Iain get into golf commentary? 31:20 How does Iain prepare for The Open? 34:20 Clash of the Correspondents! 39:55 Malapropisms & the Great Glossary, 51:05 Who is Iain backing to win the tournament?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Wed 2000 QF1 Norway v Italy, Thu 2000 QF2 Sweden v England, Fri 2000 QF3 Spain v Switzerland, Sat 2000 QF4 France v Germany.

Ali Bruce-Ball is joined by Conor McNamara & Vicki Sparks ahead of UEFA Women’s EURO 2025. Hear from England striker Alessia Russo, catch Vicki’s Toblerone tales from Basel and will the ‘false one’ get in to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. Plus reaction to Manchester City crashing out of the FIFA Club World Cup, and will Clash of the Commentators champion Ali Bruce-Ball be beaten?Live show tickets: crossedwires.live/fringe WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:50 Man City knocked out of FIFA Club World Cup, 03:10 Russell Fuller slips on his cliché banana skin, 07:30 Vicki Sparks joins the pod live from Switzerland, 13:40 5 Live commentaries at the Women’s Euros, 14:10 Hear from England striker Alessia Russo, 17:05 What are Wales aiming for at first major tournament? 19:20 Don’t give Vicki extra facts on matchday! 23:30 Toblerone tales from Basel, 25:15 Vicki vs Ali in Clash of the Commentators, 32:10 ‘False One’ for the Great Glossary?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Wed 1700 Iceland v Finland on Sports Extra 2, Wed 2000 Switzerland v Norway on 5 Live, Thu 2000 Spain v Portugal on 5 Live, Fri 1700 Denmark v Sweden on Sports Extra 3, Fri 2000 Germany v Poland on 5 Live, Sat 1700 Wales v Netherlands on 5 Live, Sat 2000 France v England on 5 Live.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Head tennis, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, One of those, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Seen them given, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Smash and grab, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Sweeper keeper, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Turns like an ocean liner / aircraft carrier, Put it in the mixer, Towering header, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Ali Bruce-Ball is joined by Conor McNamara & tennis correspondent Russell Fuller to talk about what it’s like commentating at Wimbledon. What is the secret to a good tennis commentary? Will any tennis-isms feature in the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? And will this correspondent come out on top in Clash of the Commentators?WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk02:15 How does Russell prepare for Wimbledon? 04:05 Standing vs sitting & commentating in a booth, 07:15 Russell reveals the secret to a good tennis comms, 10:20 Ali & Conor on having a go at tennis commentary, 12:50 Russell reflects on the dramatic French Open men’s final, 17:30 Catering for a wide audience on 5 Live, 20:45 Conor’s ‘top top top’ player of the Club World Cup, 22:05 Tennis-isms & Americanisms in commentary, 30:10 Russell’s surprise Clash of the Commentators, 36:40 LIVE SHOW REMINDER, 39:50 Great Glossary of Football Commentary.BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat 2000 England v Germany in UEFA U21 Final, Sun 1700 England v Jamaica in women’s friendly, Wed 1700 Iceland v Finland on Sports Extra 2, Wed 2000 Switzerland v Norway on 5 Live, Thu 2000 Spain v Portugal on 5 Live.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Head tennis, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Smash and grab, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Sweeper keeper, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Turns like an ocean liner / aircraft carrier, Put it in the mixer, Towering header, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

Katie Smith is joined by former Wales international Nia Jones and Danny Gabbidon as well as BBC Wales’ Alex Richards to assess Wales’ chances at Euro 2025.They go back to where it all started, going from not having a full-time coach to reaching the European Championships.And crucially, the team look at how well Wales will be able to compete, with France, England and the Netherlands in their group. 8:10- The Journey Wales’ first full-time head coach Jarmo Matikainen 20:30- The impact of Rhian Wilkinson 32:00- The squad 38:00-The Group of Death 43:30-A supporters’ view

Steve Crossman & BBC Sport Wales’ Dafydd Pritchard look at how the Welsh FA are fast becoming world leaders in producing elite coaches – with the likes of Mikel Arteta, Thierry Henry and Patrick Vieira being just some of many illustrious products of the FAW’s coaching system.In this episode the guys head to Newport, where they’re given access to the FAW's 2025 Pro License course in Newport, and speak to some of this year's candidates who graduate this summer.You’ll hear from the likes of former Arsenal defender Gaël Clichy, who talks about spending time with the SAS as part of the course. Nuri Şahin opens up about his research project on the All Blacks and why he wanted to study culture after being sacked by Borussia Dortmund in January this year, and Wales Manager Craig Bellamy discusses his love of Japanese culture and why part of his approach to coaching is to try to 'save people' from the mistakes he made.

Andy Robertson and Alisson look back on Liverpool’s 2019 Champions League victory. They talk us through the dramatic run through the group stages and the iconic semi-final comeback against Barcelona. We get insight into how Jurgen Klopp inspired his team to win the tournament, why he was a father-figure to the squad and what it was like to receive a Klopp hug.The BBC iPlayer documentary, featuring exclusive interviews and insight, is still available to watch: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m00276py/how-to-win-the-champions-league.[This is re-versioned episode from the Football Daily’s archive. It was first published on the 5th April 2025]

Carlos Tevez is a player often overlooked when reminiscing about the greatest South Americans to play in the Premier League. But why? When he was at his peak, he devastated defences with trickery, Argentinian toughness, and goals that won his clubs countless trophies. His ex-teammate Wayne Rooney told us that Tevez “was his favourite strike partner”, while Joe Hart described him as “the catalyst who helped change the mentality of Manchester City”.Maybe Tevez is often forgotten because, along with the riches and skills, Tevez had a list of controversies that followed him around wherever he went. Whether it was his refusal to come off the bench in a key Champions League game, moving between rival clubs, or even the issues around who actually owned him, Carlos Tevez’s seven year stay in the Premier League was a white knuckle, rollercoaster ride. But despite all that - speak to most fans, and they’ll tell you they love him.This episode of Football Daily is hosted by football writer and Copa 90 presenter, Eugene Noble, and seeks to unravel the controversies of Carlos Tevez’s fascinating career, to show just how unique and brilliant a player he was. To understand his rags to riches story, Eugene takes us back to Argentina to see how the man was made. From growing up in a crime filled tower block to being discovered playing on the streets of Buenos Aires, we chart his move from Argentina to London when he stunned everyone to join West Ham. We’ll hear from his ex-teammate Bobby Zamora about culture clashes in the dressing room, and how they formed a partnership which led to the great escape. We’ll then explore his time at both Manchester clubs, delving into all the controversies, the goals and the trophies along the way, with Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, and many others.The Carlos Tevez story is a thrilling one, offering unique insight, stories and first hand accounts on his career. And Tevez has still got it as well - in June 2025 he scored 4 goals in Soccer Aid at age 41. But do his controversies add to his myth? Or could he have achieved even higher heights if he was a bit better behaved? And is Tevez the most archetypal Argentinian player since Diego Maradona?

The best bits as John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk Live show tickets: crossedwires.live/fringeBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat 2000 Spain v England in U21 Euros quarter-final.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Put it in the mixer, Towering header, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

On the day Wales name their 23-player squad for this summers Euros, Football Daily brings you the first episode of a brand new series – ‘Iconic: The Rise of the Women in Red’, with Wales' most capped player Jess Fishlock. After a 50-year ban on women playing football, Wales don’t have an official team until a pivotal meeting with the FAW in the early 1990’s. But even then, the players face playing in handed down, oversized men’s kit and being led by part-time. Subscribe to the series on BBC Sounds now for more episodes – www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m0023mz7.

Sir Kenny Dalglish, Chris Sutton and Alan Shearer are among the guests as Kelly Cates looks back on Blackburn's famous title win in 1995. Midfielder Mark Atkins explains how the club was rejuvenated by owner Jack Walker's investment, while Rob Coar, then club chairman, gives the view from the boardroom. And is it fair to say the club bought the title? Football finance expert Kieran Maguire goes through the figures.[This is re-versioned episode from the Football Daily’s archive. It was first published on the 26th March 2025]

In June 2004, José Mourinho made headlines around the world by claiming ‘I think I’m a special one’ at his unveiling as Chelsea manager. Just under a year later, he lifted the Premier League trophy for the first time, delivering Chelsea their first league title in 50 years.Robert Huth was part of the Chelsea defence that conceded only 15 goals in the league that season – and he joins Mark Chapman, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith 20 years later to reflect on an incredible achievement. They look back on Jose Mourinho’s management style – what was it like to be coached by him?Can he be credited with bringing the 4-3-3 to English football? Hear from midfielder Claude Makélélé on his role within the team and from Sir Alex Ferguson on his rivalry with José Mourinho.[This is re-versioned episode from the Football Daily’s archive. It was first published on the 26th April 2025]They also discuss what nearly became a domestic treble for Mourinho in his first year in English football, and remember one of the Premier League’s most memorable seasons.

NFL legend and Burnley co-owner J.J. Watt chats to Mark Chapman. They discuss everything from bench pressing with the Burnley players to the uncertainty of the NFL draft. Watt opens up on why he decided to invest in Burnley – and why once he did so, he was determined to win over the fans, just when he did after moving to Houston as an American footballer. They also discuss goalkeeper James Trafford, the difference between sports that do and do not have relegation and the contrasting schedule between the NFL and the EFL.[First TX on the Football Daily - 19.03.2025]

Real Madrid are the most successful team in the history of the Champions League/European Cup with 15 titles. But how have they achieved this? Steve Crossman and Guillem Balague explore Real's relationship with the competition, looking at their early dominance in the late 1950s, through to their six triumphs since 2014. We hear from former players Clarence Seedorf and Sami Khedira on what makes Real Madrid so special. And former coach Paul Clement joins the pod to give us insight into Carlo Ancelotti and their "La Decima" win in 2014 against Atletico Madrid. To watch the TV documentary, it is available on BBC iPlayer: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m00276py/how-to-win-the-champions-league[this is re-versioned episode from the Football Daily’s archive. It was first published on the 18th January 2025]

The best bits as John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language.WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to TCV@bbc.co.ukGlossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Put it in the mixer, Towering header, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

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, Robert Lewandowski or Diego Milito – who makes it into the coveted starting line-up?

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. Throughout those two decades, the Glazers have been the prime target of fan protests with “Glazers out” still ringing around Old Trafford. So over the course of this episode you’ll hear why US investors are obsessed with British football, and how real are the concerns that US owners could collude to “Americanise” the traditions of English football from the removal of promotion and relegation to moving matches overseas and relocating clubs to other cities.

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 ‘Fighting Cock Podcast’ as they react to Postecoglou’s roller coaster of a tenure, and who’s in the running as a possible replacement?

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 of honour in Clash of the Commentators.WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk Live show tickets: crossedwires.live/fringe 01:00 John & Ian in Barcelona for Andorra v England 04:35 Interviewing Ivan Toney & Trevoh Chalobah 08:25 How much do the media mingle? 11:30 Biscuit/cookie gate 14:00 Champions League Final reflections 17:35 John gets celebrity spotted… 20:55 New ball for Premier League revealed 24:35 Reminder of the BIG NEWS 31:40 Ali gets Clash of the Commentators guard of honour 41:45 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 53:50 Season finale musical masterpieceBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat 1700 Andorra v England in World Cup Qualifying, Tue 1945 England v Senegal in Friendly.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put their laces through it, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Put it in the mixer, Towering header, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

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 the Great Glossary of Football Commentary?WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:45 Ali’s whistlestop visit to Wrocław, 07:10 Should English clubs be in the Conference League? 11:20 Ali emulates Alan Green 14:05 John in Munich for Champions League Final 15:10 BIG NEWS 27:00 Champions League Final preview 33:45 Clash of the Commentators 40:47 Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries next weekend: Fri 1945 England v Portugal in the UEFA Women’s Nations League, Sat 2000 PSG v Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League Final.

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 Alexander-Arnold’s contracts. Plus, Slot opens up about how he unwinds, celebrating the title with the players and staff in Ibiza, and convincing Salah to set standards in training.

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 conferences, with Ange Postecoglou and Ruben Amorim sharing their thoughts on the eve of the final. Plus, we hear from Mason Mount and discuss Tottenham’s attacking options. TIMECODES: 08:02 – Ange Postecoglou interview 13:01 – Ruben Amorim interview 23:20 – Amorim’s difficult start to life at Old Trafford 32:21 – Importance of Fernandes & Maguire 36:12 – Mason Mount interview 46:27 – Will Spurs use their Europa League or Premier League game plan?COMMENTARIES: Wednesday 21st May - 2000 - Europa League Final: Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester United - BBC Radio 5live Saturday 24th May - 1500 - Scottish Cup Final: Aberdeen v Celtic - Sports Extra 3 Saturday 24th May - 1700 - Women’s Champions League Final: Arsenal v Barcelona - BBC Radio 5live Sunday 25th May - 1600 - Premier League: Nottingham Forest v Chelsea - BBC Radio 5live

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 City's penalty and whether Jack Grealish has a future at the Etihad after being left on the bench on Saturday, as well as paying tribute to Jamie Vardy after he signed off at Leicester with 200 goals in 500 games.Topics: 00:21 - Initial FA Cup final reflections 05:38 - Joel Ward on Palace's first major trophy in 164 years 17:44 - How do Palace keep hold of their best players? 21:09 - Why didn't Haaland take City's penalty? 27:36 - Is Jack Grealish done at City? 37:25 - 500 and out for Jamie Vardy at LeicesterBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Wed 2000 Europa League Final - Tottenham Hotspur v Man Utd Sat 1700 UEFA Women’s Champions League Final - Arsenal v Barcelona Sun 1600 Premier League final day

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 unite us as football fans - whoever we support.This time, Remember When looks back at two of the most memorable FA Cup triumphs in English football history. Wimbledon and Portsmouth have suffered more than their fair share of hardship over the years, with trophy cabinets smaller than plenty of their Football League counterparts. But both clubs and their fans share an increasingly rare privilege: they won the FA Cup against the odds.Broadcaster Rick Edwards is joined by two guests who were right at the heart of the action. Marc Jones fell in love with Wimbledon after an inadvertent trip to Plough Lane in the 1980s and followed their ragtag bunch of cult heroes to the 1988 FA Cup final, where the Crazy Gang ended the day on that hallowed top Wembley step after beating a brilliant Liverpool team. Jeff Harris made a similar pilgrimage 20 years later, when his beloved Portsmouth scratched and clawed their way to the final of the 2008 FA Cup. He’d recently returned from working overseas for the British Army and watched Kanu and company complete their own journey to greatness at the new Wembley.Marc and Jeff share their hilarious and often heartfelt memories of seeing their local clubs reach footballing immortality. From that snowballing belief as their clubs marched through the rounds at the expense of numerous top-flight counterparts, to organising double-decker buses and flights back from military bases to make sure they joined friends and family at Wembley. They also remember the aftermath as Jeff bolted back down to Portsmouth and joined in celebrations across the city while Marc caught sight of Wimbledon manager Bobby Gould bringing the trophy back to Plough Lane at the front of the team coach.They also touch on how these victories marked important moments in their own young lives, with football acting as the catalyst for moments of joy, melancholy and belonging. Remember When is a celebration of what football’s all about: moments etched into history for the fans and players of two clubs who might never experience it again. This is Remember When… We Actually Won Something.

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 added to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary?WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk01:00 Commentating on the FA Cup Final 08:00 Ali’s Arctic expedition 14:00 John disappointed by guard of honour ‘disrespect’ 18:00 Nothing beats a Norwegian romance 19:25 Goodison Park lives to fight another day 23:55 5 Live commentaries this weekend 27:30 Is the ‘commentator’s blessing’ now a thing? 31:15 Clash of the Commentators 39:35 Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries next weekend: Sat 1630 FA Cup Final Crystal Palace v Man City on 5 Live Sun 1330 Women’s FA Cup Final Chelsea v Man Utd on Sports Extra 3, Sun 1415 West Ham v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on 5 Live, Sun 1500 Brentford v Fulham in the Premier League on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1630 Arsenal v Newcastle in the Premier League on 5 Live.Glossary so far: 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Brace, Brandished, Breaking the deadlock, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator’s curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Fox in the box, Free hit, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Nutmeg, Opening their account, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Stramash, Struck with venom, Throw their cap on it, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, Where the owl sleeps, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.

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 joined by club Graeme Sharp, who recalls the most famous matches at Goodison, including a European Cup Winners' Cup semi-final with Bayern Munich.Everton fan and boxer Tony Bellew shares his memories, and Sam Easton, the great, great grandson of stadium architect Archibald Leitch talks about his relative's legacy. TIMECODES 02:00 What does Goodison Park mean to the fans? 11:10 David Moyes interview 23:20 Seamus Coleman on what Goodison Park is like for players 40:10 Joe Royle's memories of Goodison 47:30 Wayne Rooney on THAT goal 58:20 Sam Easton on his great, great grandfather, architect Archibald Leitch 1:03:00 Tony Bellew's love for the groundBBC Sounds / 5 Live / Radio 5 Sports Extra weekend commentaries: Sat 1630 Men's FA Cup Final: Crystal Palace vs Manchester City (5 Live) Sun 1330 Women's FA Cup Final: Chelsea vs Manchester United (Sports Extra 3) Sun 1415 Premier League: West Ham vs Nottingham Forest (5 Live) Sun 1500 Premier League: Brentford vs Fulham (Sports Extra 2) Sun 1630 Premier League: Arsenal vs Newcastle (5 Live)

Liam MacDevitt catches up with Newcastle United’s Jacob Murphy in the North East. Murphy opens up about playing for his boyhood club, the on-field chemistry he has with striker Alexander Isak and dreaming of an England call-up.

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. Ali reveals what life is like in the Arctic as he watches Tottenham in Bodø. The panel react to Arsenal crashing out of the Champions League. Will John end his losing run in Clash of the Commentators? And which football commentary terms will be added or removed from the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:55 Ali in the Arctic 11:30 Arsenal knocked out by PSG 18:15 Looking ahead to PSG-Inter UCL final 21:05 Commentary terms for selling a dummy 23:00 5 Live commentaries this weekend 26:20 Arteta: ‘We have two Premier League titles’ 29:20 Clash of the Commentators goes Norwegian 35:35 Plot thickens on ‘where the owl sleeps’ 40:00 Ian uses ‘stanchion’ in Man Utd commentary 41:15 Ali uses ‘thrown his cap on it’ in Tottenham commentary 43:00 Will anything be added to the Great Glossary? BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League weekend commentaries: Sat 1500 Southampton v Man City, Sat 1730 Bournemouth v Aston Villa, Sun 1415 Nottingham Forest v Leicester, Sun 1415 Man Utd v West Ham on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1415 Tottenham v Crystal Palace on BBC Sport website, Sun 1630 Liverpool v Arsenal.

After underwhelming Premier League seasons for Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur is the Europa League more important for Ruben Amorim or Ange Postecoglou?Mark Chapman is joined by Ian Dennis, Phil Jones and Izzy Christiansen at Old Trafford, plus Paul Robinson and Ali Bruce-Ball in the Norway to react to the comprehensive semi-final wins that set up an all English Europa League final. Amorim gives his view on Manchester United's 7-1 aggregate win over Athletic Club and what it would mean to secure Champions League football next season. Ange shares his thoughts on the negativity around the two sides reaching the final despite their domestic struggles and the importance of ending Tottenham’s trophy drought. Away from the Europa League, Carl Asaba joins us from Ashton Gate where Sheffield United beat Bristol City 3-0 in the first leg of their Championship playoff semi-final. TIMECODES: 01:03 – Manchester United 4-1 (7-1) Athletic Club 09:02 – Ruben Amorim reaction 11:50 – Bodo/Glimt 0-2 (1-5) Tottenham Hotspur 16:52 – Ange Postecoglou reaction 20:50 – Who is the Europa League final more important for? 25:51 – Chris Wilder interview 28:18 – Bristol City 0-3 Sheffield United – Carl AsabaCOMMENTARIES THIS WEEK: Saturday 10th May WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Liverpool 1230 KO - SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Southampton v Manchester City 1500 KO - 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Aston Villa 1730 KO - 5 LIVE Sunday 11th May PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Leicester 1415 KO - 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v West Ham 1415 KO - SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Crystal Palace 1415 KO - BBC SPORT WEBSITE PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v Arsenal 1630 KO - 5 LIVE

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki. After another memorable week in the Champions League, the team unpick all the big talking points. Do Barcelona need to tweak their style of play? And with a Classico on Sunday, could their season quickly unravel after the defeat in Milan? The team discuss Yann Sommer and Francesco Acerbi after Inter Milan reached their second final in three years – and cast an early eye ahead to the final after PSG knocked out Arsenal. Julien reveals he is already turning into Father Christmas as requests for tickets come his way – but is starting to feel nervous about the big match in Munich. With Paris FC winning promotion to Ligue 1, Julien explains why it will be a friendly – and very, very local - derby when they play PSG next season, and Mina discusses the super tight race for a Champions League spot in Italy. TIMECODES….. 0 mins: Intro, with John Bennett back in the chair after the show had no presenter last week. 2 mins: The team discuss Inter v Barca – a Champions League classic. But did Barca mess it up? 8 mins: Could Barcelona’s season start to unravel after their defeat in Italy? 12 mins: Inter’s collective effort and the brilliance of keeper Yann Sommer. 16 mins: The great story of Inter goalscorer Francesco Acerbi. 22 mins: The brilliance of PSG – and why they deserve to be in the final – despite what Mikel Arteta said. 26 mins: The team look ahead to the final in Munich on 29 May. 31 mins: Paris FC – promotion to the top flight and a friendly derby. 35 min: The race for Champions League places in Serie A.Thursday 8th May EUROPA LEAGUE: Bodo Glimt v Spurs – LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Alistair Bruce-Ball and Paul Robinson. EUROPA LEAGUE: Manchester United v Athletic Club - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Ian Dennis and Izzy Christiansen. Saturday 10th May WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Liverpool 1230 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Eilidh Barbour and Tanya Oxtoby PREMIER LEAGUE: Southampton v Manchester City 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Ian Dennis and Rob Green. PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Aston Villa 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Alistair Bruce-Ball and Francis Benali. Sunday 11th May PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Leicester 1415 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Vicki Sparks and Clinton Morrison. PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v West Ham 1415 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA -Chris Coles and Michael Brown PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Crystal Palace 1415 KO – LIVE ON BBC SPORT WEBSITE - Paul Scott and Daniel Gabbidon PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v Arsenal 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - John Murray and Stephen Warnock.

Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Pat Nevin to discuss Trent Alexander-Arnold leaving Liverpool and Harry Kane winning his first major trophy after Bayern Munich won the Bundesliga.And Bristol City manager Liam Manning joins the podcast to talk about leading Bristol City into the Championship playoffs. Topics: 00:34 - Trent Alexander-Arnold leaves Liverpool 24:43 - Liam Manning discussing leading Bristol City into the Championship playoffs 36:20 - Wider Championship playoff chat 43:00 - Harry Kane wins first major trophyCommentaries on 5 Live/BBC Sounds this week: Wednesday: Paris St Germain v Arsenal (8pm) - 5 Live Thursday: Bodø/Glimt v Tottenham Hotspur (8pm) - 5 Live Thursday: Manchester United v Athletic Club (8pm) - 5 Sports Extra

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball have their weekly catch-up to talk about their love of football, travel and language. Ian reflects on his commentary of Liverpool winning the Premier League title. Ali is packing his bags for the Arctic. Will John be packing his bags in Clash of the Commentators? Which football terms will be added to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? And an announcement of sorts…WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 Emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk01:15 John enjoys lawn bowls ‘drama’ 03:50 Correspondent vs senior reporter 08:10 Ian’s Liverpool title reflections 15:05 Champions League semis finely poised 19:50 5 Live commentaries this weekend 22:35 Ali preparing for the Arctic circle 28:30 Tense low-scoring Clash of the Commentators 35:25 More disputed terms in the Great Glossary 44:15 Potentially very exciting newsBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League weekend commentaries: Sat 1500 Everton v Ipswich, Sat 1730 Arsenal v Bournemouth, Sun 1200 Man Utd v Man City in the WSL on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Brighton v Newcastle, Sun 1400 Brentford v Man Utd on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 West Ham v Tottenham on BBC Sport website, Sun 1630 Chelsea v Liverpool.

From PSG’s great win to the thrilling draw at Barca – this week’s Champions League action unpicked. Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle reflect on a brilliant week of action in the Champions League. The team discuss the superb performances from Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and PSG's Gianluigi Donarumma among others – and pick who they think will go through to the final. James also gives some insight into the latest sensation from Argentina football after his trip to Buenos Aires. Plus, what is happening with Carlo Ancelotti and Brazil? And who is the man called Trousers who has just won promotion in France? Oh, and with Liam Rosenior signing a new deal at Strasbourg a year after being sacked by Hull, who are on the verge of relegation from the Championship, which other clubs made managerial sackings they lived to regret?TIMECODES 0 mins – Intro, with James talking about his trip to Argentina. Also, where is the presenter? 3 mins – James gives some insight into Franco Mastantuono, the new wonderkid of Argentine football. 6.50 mins – The brilliance of Lamine Yamal – and the difficulties he posed for Inter Milan. And who will go through from the tie? 18 mins – Carlo Ancelotti and the Brazil national job – will it happen? 22 mins – PSG and their win over Arsenal – how good was Gianluigi Donarumma? 33.53 mins – Lorient’s promotion – under Mr Pantaloni. 35.26 mins – Liam’s Rosenior’s new deal and terrible managerial sackings.FOOTBALL COMMENTARIES THIS WEEK Thursday 1st May EUROPA LEAGUE: Athletic Club v Manchester United - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Ian Dennis and Paul Robinson. EUROPA LEAGUE: Spurs v Bodo Glimt – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Alistair Bruce-Ball and Rob Green. Saturday 3rd May PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Ipswich 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Conor McNamara and Chris Sutton. PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Bournemouth 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - John Murray and Rob Green. Sunday 4th May WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Manchester City 1200 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Maz Farookhi and Lindsay Johnson PREMIER LEAGUE: Brighton v Newcastle 1400 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Alistair Bruce-Ball and TBC PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Manchester United 1400 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - John Acres and Daniel Gabbidon PREMIER LEAGUE: West Ham v Spurs 1400 KO – LIVE ON BBC SPORT WEBSITE - Chris Wise and Matt Jarvis PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Liverpool 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - John Murray and Pat Nevin.

Do Arsenal still have what it takes to make it to the Champions League final? An early goal from Ousmane Dembélé and another impressive european night for Gianluigi Donnarumma means they're 1-0 down against Paris Saint Germain after the first leg of their semi final. Kelly Cates is joined by Matthew Upson, Julien Laurens and John Murray at the Emirates to analyse the first leg loss and assess what Arsenal need to do differently if they’re to turn things around in the second leg. We hear from Mikel Arteta who believes his side have to “do something special” if they’re to make the final. Plus, we look ahead to the first leg of the other semi final between Barcelona and Inter Milan. Timecodes: 03:18 – Were Arsenal off balance without Thomas Partey? 04:40 – PSG’s transformation this season 07:02 – Are Arsenal lacking depth? 08:04 – Mikel Arteta reaction 10:31 – What do Arsenal need to change in the second leg? 17:52 – A Gianluigi Donnarumma masterclass 24:29 – Barcelona v Inter Milan previewCommentaries this week: Wednesday 30th April 20:15 - Manchester United v Chelsea – Women’s Super League – 5 live 18:00 - Aston Villa v Arsenal – Women’s Super League – 5 Sports ExtraThursday 1st May 20:00 - Athletic Club v Manchester United – Europa League – 5 live 20:00 - Spurs v Bodo Glimt – Europa League – 5 Sports ExtraSaturday 3rd May 15:00 - Everton v Ipswich – Premier League – 5 live 17:30 - Arsenal v Bournemouth – Premier League – 5 liveSunday 4th May 12:00 Manchester United v Manchester City – Women’s Super League – 5 Sports Extra 14:00 - Brighton v Newcastle United – Premier League – 5 live 14:00 – Brentford v Manchester United – Premier League – 5 Sports Extra 14:00 – West Ham v Spurs – Premier League – BBC Sport Website 16:30 – Chelsea v Liverpool – Premier League – 5 live

Recently retired assistant referee Darren Cann joins Mark Chapman, Steph Houghton, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith on the Monday Night Club to provide some amazing insight into life on the touchline. Among other things, he discusses his career - explaining what a week in his life looked like. He also explains how VAR has changed the role of an assistant referee and explains how officials block out hostility from players and fans. And - the big question - is Chris Sutton or Darren Cann a better footballer? Oh - and how many miles has he run sideways? The answer is really rather amazing.Timecodes: 00:31 Darren Cann's background. 07:46 How do referees analyse their performances? 12:20 Has VAR changed the role of an assistant referee? How do referees communicate? 18:36 Darren's best moments and the 2010 World Cup. 22:20 How do assistant referees train and what skills do they need? 25:28 What is a refereeing team like and why is a good relationship with that team so important?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 20:00 - Arsenal v PSG in the UEFA Champions League. Wed 20:15 - Man Utd v Chelsea in the Women’s Super League. Thu 20:00 - Athletic Club v Man Utd in the UEFA Europa League. Thu 20:00 - Tottenham v Bodø/Glimt in the UEFA Europa League.

In June 2004, Jose Mourinho made headlines around the world by claiming ‘I think I’m a special one’ at his unveiling as Chelsea manager. Just under a year later, he lifted the Premier League trophy for the first time, delivering Chelsea their first league title in 50 years. Robert Huth was part of the Chelsea defence that conceded only 15 goals in the league that season – and he joins Mark Chapman, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith 20 years later to reflect on an incredible achievement. They look back on Jose Mourinho’s management style – what was it like to be coached by him? Can he be credited with bringing the 4-3-3 to English football? Hear from midfielder Claude Makelele on his role within the team and from Sir Alex Ferguson on his rivalry with Jose Mourinho. They also discuss what nearly became a domestic treble for Mourinho in his first year in English football, and remember one of the Premier League’s most memorable seasons.

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball discuss Liverpool and Celtic being on the verge of titles. They’re joined by Conor McNamara after he went viral for his 5 Live Man Utd-Lyon commentary. Will Ali be toppled by Ian in Clash of the Commentators? How high will the high bar be for the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? And John bowls us over with his plans for the weekend in London.01:30 Liverpool and Celtic on the verge of titles 06:10 Conor McNamara reflects on going viral 25:15 Some big 5 Live commentaries this weekend 33:35 More Clash of the Commentators controversy? 41:25 Will anything be added to the Great Glossary? 53:35 John reveals his exciting weekend plansBBC Sounds / 5 Live / Radio 5 Sports Extra weekend commentaries: Sat 1500 Newcastle v Ipswich in the Premier League, Sat 1715 Crystal Palace v Aston Villa in the FA Cup semis, Sun 1400 Bournemouth v Man Utd in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Chelsea v Barcelona in the Women’s Champions League, Sun 1630 Liverpool v Tottenham in the Premier League, Sun 1630 Nottingham Forest v Man City in the FA Cup semis.

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines react to the Women’s Champions League semi-final first legs. They are joined by BBC Sport’s Emma Sanders who was in Barcelona, to dissect what went so wrong for Chelsea, who trail 4-1 heading into the second leg. They also react to Arsenal’s first leg against Lyon – will they regret not making more of their chances against a Lyon team with an impressive home record? Plus they focus on Liverpool’s Olivia Smith after an impressive few weeks – what does she need to do to continue her upwards progression?TIME CODES: 1’17 Reaction to Barcelona v Chelsea 5’27 Emma Sanders joins the pod 24’06 Reaction to Arsenal v Lyon 24’17 Renee Slegers post Lyon 36’55 One to watch: Liverpool’s Olivia Smith

The former Chelsea midfielder Claude Makelele sits down with Nedum Onuoha to talk through the Frenchman's career. Makelele describes his time at Chelsea and experiences under Jose Mourinho, as well as his most challenging opponents in the Premier League. And we also find out how he was close to becoming a winger and not a defensive midfielder.TIMECODES 00:10 What was it like joining Chelsea? 02:30 Playing under Jose Mourinho 07:00 Claude Makelele - the winger? 16:00 Toughest opponents in the Premier League.BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Sat 1230 Arsenal women v Lyon in the UEFA Women’s Champions League, Sat 1500 Everton v Man City in the Premier League, Sat 1730 Aston Villa v Newcastle in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Ipswich v Ipswich in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Man Utd v Wolves on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Fulham v Chelsea on BBC Sport website, Sun 1630 Leicester v Liverpool in the Premier League.

It's a full house as Ali Bruce-Ball returns with John Murray & Ian Dennis. Ali gives a behind the scenes insight to Masters golf commentary at Augusta. What about Arsenal beating Real Madrid and making it through to the Champions League semi-finals? Will John bounce back in Clash of the Commentators? And we need your help when it comes to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary! E-mail: tcv@bbc.co.uk Voicenotes on WhatsApp to: 08000 289 36902:40 Ali is back from seeing McIlroy make history 11:50 Getting emotional on commentary 16:00 Arsenal progress to Champions League semi-finals 21:45 Will Forest get ‘swallowed up’ in race for UCL? 27:05 Liverpool could win title this weekend 30:00 Clash of the Commentators 38:05 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 51:45 More football lookalikesBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Sat 1230 Arsenal women v Lyon in the UEFA Women’s Champions League, Sat 1500 Everton v Man City in the Premier League, Sat 1730 Aston Villa v Newcastle in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Ipswich v Ipswich in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Man Utd v Wolves on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Fulham v Chelsea on BBC Sport website, Sun 1630 Leicester v Liverpool in the Premier League.

Manchester United produced a classic comeback, coming from 4-2 down in extra time to beat Lyon and reach the Europa League semi-finalsKelly Cates presents reaction to an extraordinary night at Old Trafford, with Andros Townsend, Rene Meulensteen and Paul Robinson assessing how Man Utd pulled off that great escape, and what that result could do for Ruben Amorim and his tenure.Tottenham are also into the semi-finals after a 1-0 win at Eintracht Frankfurt. BBC Sport’s Sami Mokbel joins the pod from Germany to assess how big a boost that win could be for Ange Postecoglu.But there was disappointment for Rangers, who exited the competition at the hands of Athletic Bilbao. Scottish football reporter Gavin Wallace talks us through that result.TIMECODES 01:00 “I’ve never seen a game like that” – Paul Robinson on the comeback 08:00 Does this show what Man Utd are capable of? 12:00 Reaction from Ruben Amorim 18:00 Tottenham’s victory over Eintracht Frankfurt and what it means for Ange Postecoglu 26:15 Rangers’ Europa League exit5 Live/BBC Sounds commentaries Saturday 19th April UWCL: Arsenal v Lyon - KO 1230 on 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Manchester City - KO 1500 PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Newcastle Utd - KO 1730Sunday 20th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Ipswich Town v Arsenal - KO 1400 PREMIER LEAGUE: Leicester City v Liverpool - KO 1630

Just how impressive was Arsenal’s display against Real Madrid in the Champions League? And can Mikel Arteta’s side go all the way this season?Steve Crossman, commentator Ian Dennis and former Arsenal defender Matt Upson analyse a famous night in the Bernabeu as Arsenal advance to the semi-finals. We hear from Mikel Arteta, as well as Arsenal fan Harry Symeou. And after Newcastle thrashed Crystal Palace 5-0 in the Premier League, The Athletic’s George Caulkin assess where this leaves their hopes of making next season’s Champions League.TIMECODES 02:00 Arsenal’s performance and dominant midfield 04:30 Declan Rice’s “star quality” 10:45 Mikel Arteta on feeling proud of his team and Declan Rice’s performance 19:40 George Caulkin on Newcastle’s 5-0 win over Crystal PalaceCOMMENTARIES ON 5 LIVE/BBC SOUNDS Thursday 17th April EUROPA LEAGUE: Manchester United v Lyon – KO 2000 on 5 live.Saturday 19th April UWCL: Arsenal v Lyon - KO 1230 on 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Manchester City - KO 1500 PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Newcastle Utd - KO 1730Sunday 20th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Ipswich Town v Arsenal - KO 1400 PREMIER LEAGUE: Leicester City v Liverpool - KO 1630

In the final episode of the mini-series on How To Win The Champions League, we hear from two-time winner Jose Mourinho. He talks us through his victories with Porto in 2004 and Inter Milan in 2010, as well as some of his near-misses at Real MadridMourinho explains why the competition is so important to him and how he built relationships with some of Europe's leading players over the past two decades.A BBC iPlayer documentary accompanies this episode: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m00276py/how-to-win-the-champions-leagueEpisode 1: How to win the Champions League: Real Madrid - https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0kkgyws Episode 2: How to win the Champions League: Liverpool 2019 - https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0l2mjj1TIMECODES 04:20 Winning the 2004 Champions League with Porto. 14:15 Building an Inter Milan team to win the Champions League in 2010. 29:40 How he uses psychology to motivate his players 33:45 Why the Champions League matters to him

Steve Crossman is alongside Chris Sutton, former England captain Steph Houghton, and The Athletic’s Adam Crafton discuss whether Ruben Amorim’s call to drop Andre Onana backfired after Altay Bayindir’s performance in Manchester United’s loss at Newcastle.Do Liverpool really need a succession plan for their goalkeeper Allison? Giorgi Mamardashvili is joining the club from Valencia this summer, and will a right back follow him through the door? Or do Arne Slot’s side recruit from within after the emergence of Conor Bradley?Have Arsenal regressed this season? The Gunners have dropped 16 points from winning positions this campaign - which is just one fewer than they have in the last two seasons combined.Plus, why is Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric buying a minority stake in Swansea City? BBC Wales football reporter Chris Wathan has all the details.BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Tues 2000 Champions League Aston Villa v PSG Weds 2000 Champions League Real Madrid v Arsenal Thurs 2000 Manchester United v Lyon Sat 1200 *5 Sports Extra* WSL West Ham v Manchester United Sat 1230 Women's Champions League Arsenal v Lyon Sat 1500 Premier League Everton v Manchester City Sat 1730 Premier League Aston Villa v Newcastle Sun 1400 Premier League Arsenal v Lyon Sun 1400 *5 Sports Extra* Premier League Manchester United v Wolves Sun 1400 *BBC Sport app & website* Premier League Fulham v Chelsea Sun 1630 Premier League Leicester v Liverpool

Anthony Elanga chats to Dion Dublin about life at Nottingham Forest, working under Nuno Espirito Santo and the secret to Forest's consistency.He also discusses moving to England at 11, his development at Manchester United and his hopes of playing in the Champions League with Forest.Topics: 00:15 - Early years in Malmo 02:41 - Moving to England at 11and signing for Manchester United 06:36 - Moving to Nottingham Forest and personal development 10:15 - Working under Nuno Espirito Santo 12:09 - The City Ground is "the best atmosphere I've played in" 13:32 - His goal against Manchester United 16:56 - The secret to Forest's consistency 19:22 - Dressing room camaraderie 20:41 - Playing in the Champions League 21:23 - Hopes for the rest of the seasonBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 1500 Nottingham Forest v Everton Sat 1730 Arsenal v Brentford Sun 1400 Liverpool v West Ham Sun 1400 Chelsea v Ipswich on 5 Sports Extra Sun 1400 Wolves v Tottenham on the BBC Sport website Sun 1630 Newcastle v Man Utd

Conor McNamara joins John Murray & Ian Dennis to talk commentary life as Mo Salah signs Liverpool deal. John reveals how he ended up in a French ambulance in midweek. Conor reflects on nearly getting stuck on his way to replace John in Paris. And Ian talks through his memorable line, ‘Rice Rice baby’. All that plus a tasty Clash of the Commentators and more additions to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary.E-mail: tcv@bbc.co.uk Voicenotes on WhatsApp to: 08000 289 36901:45 Mo Salah signs new Liverpool deal 04:45 John talks about ending up in a French ambulance 11:30 Conor nearly gets stuck en route to PSG 14:40 Ian’s ‘Rice Rice baby’ 21:25 What goal celebrations would the guys perform? 24:40 Ian speaks out about the Crystal Palace restricted view 27:50 Ian tests Pat Nevin’s patience with ‘transition’ 31:15 Clash of the Commentators gets tasty 41:40 What will be added to the Great Glossary?BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 1500 Nottingham Forest v Everton, Sat 1730 Arsenal v Brentford, Sun 1400 Liverpool v West Ham, Sun 1400 Chelsea v Ipswich on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Wolves v Tottenham on BBC Sport website, Sun 1630 Newcastle v Man Utd.

What next for Andre Onana and Manchester United after his mistakes against Lyon? And how did Rangers show the spirit to hold on against Athletic Bilbao?Conor McNamara, Izzy Christensen and Aaron Lennon look back on an entertaining night in the opening legs of the Europa League quarter finals. We hear from Ruben Amorim on Onana’s performance, and Ange Postecoglou says “the football gods have their eyes elsewhere” after their 1-1 draw at home to Eintracht Frankfurt.TIMECODES 0’55 How does Andre Onana recover from this? 11’12 Ruben Amorim answers questions on Onana 13’06 Rangers v Athletic Club reaction 18’19 Tottenham Hotspur v Eintracht Frankfurt reaction 22’18 Ange Postecoglou Commentaries this week: Saturday 12th April WOMENS FA CUP: Chelsea v Liverpool 1215 KO on Sports Extra. PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Everton 1500 KO on 5 Live. PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Brentford 1730 KO on 5 Live. Sunday 13th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v West Ham 1400 KO on 5 Live. PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Ipswich 1400 KO – on Sports Extra. PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Spurs 1400 KO – on the BBC Sport website. PREMIER LEAGUE: Newcastle v Manchester United 1630 KO- on 5 Live.

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Kristof Terreur. They unpick the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final ties. Guillem explains why Barcelona are finally over the Lionel Messi era and ask whether there is any chance of a sensational comeback by Real Madrid against Arsenal. The team debate why Inter Milan perhaps deserve more credit than they get and explain who could be PSG’s answer to Mohamed Salah? And with Kevin De Bruyne leaving Manchester City, Kristof sheds light on the talented youngster at Genk who is drawing comparisons with the Belgium legend. Oh – and with Raphinha tapping home on the goal-line to deny Pau Cubarsi, the team discuss the tricky subject of goal theft. TIMECODES 0 mins – After Raphinha nicked a goal from Pau Cubarsi, the team discuss other examples of tapping home to deny a team-mate a goal. 4 mins – The reaction in Belgium to the news Kevin De Bruyne is leaving Man City – and where he is likely to go next. 8 mins – The brilliance of Barcelona and the importance of Raphinha and Lamine Yamal. 16 mins – Do Real Madrid have any chance of going through? And is the writing on the wall for Carlo Ancelotti? 26 mins – Under-appreciated Inter Milan – and their prospects of ending Bayern’s dream of a Munich final. 33 mins – The team pick what they liked most about PSG’s win over Aston Villa. 37 mins – Konstantinos Karetsas – the new name to watch in Belgium football.Forthcoming commentaries Thursday 10th April EUROPA LEAGUE: Lyon v Manchester United 2000 KO - Conor McNamara and Izzy Christiansen. Saturday 12th April WOMENS FA CUP: Chelsea v Liverpool 1215 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Charlie Slater and Molly Mae Sharpe. PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Everton 1500 KO - Ian Dennis and Leon Osman. PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Brentford 1730 KO - Conor McNamara and Andy Reid. Sunday 13th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v West Ham 1400 KO - John Murray and Paul Robinson. PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Ipswich 1400 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Chris Wise and Curtis Davies PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Spurs 1400 KO – LIVE ON THE BBC SPORT WEBSITE – Lee Blakeman and Stephen Kelly PREMIER LEAGUE: Newcastle v Manchester United 1630 KO – Mike Minay and Pat Nevin.

Kelly Cates is alongside the BBC’s Senior Football Reporter Ian Dennis & former Arsenal and West Ham defender Matthew Upson at the Emirates Stadium, as well as former Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend, for analysis of Arsenal’s thumping victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final.They discuss Declan Rice’s two incredible freekicks, the electric atmosphere inside the Emirates, and whether the tie is already over. Harry Symeou, presenter of The Chronicles of a Gooner, joins them to discuss what it was like to be inside the stadium for such a memorable night for Arsenal. Mikel Arteta reacts to Arsenal's first goal from a direct freekick since 2021.Plus, John Murray is in Paris ahead of PSG against Aston Villa. Unai Emery gives his thoughts on returning to the French club he managed for two years and Youri Tielemans talks about battling with Europe's strongest teams.

After the Manchester Derby turned into a damp squib, Mark Chapman, Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Michael Brown discuss whether over-coaching, micro-management and a fear making mistakes has become an "illness in the game". They also ask why derbies have seemingly lost their spark.And after Ivan Juric left Southampton following their relegation, Glen de la Cour from the Total Saints podcast joins the MNC to discuss where the Saints go from here.Topics: 03:14 - What next for Southampton? 12:40 - Glen de la Cour from the Total Saints podcast 20:01 - Why won't promoted clubs adapt their style of play to suit the Premier League? 34:08 - Is modern Premier League football rubbish? 40:19 - Have derbies lost their spark? 48:44 - Where do you draw the line between coaching and micro-management?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:Arsenal v Real Madrid - Champions League - 20:00 - Tuesday 8th April PSG v Aston Villa - Champions League - 20:00 - Wednesday 9th April Lyon v Man Utd - Europa League - 20:00 - Thursday 10th April Forest v Everton - Premier League - 15:00 - Saturday 12th April Arsenal v Brentford - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 12th April Liverpool v West Ham - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 13th April Newcastle v Man Utd - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 13th AprilBBC Sounds / 5 Sports Extra commentaries this week:Belgium v England - Nations League - 19:30 - Tuesday 8th April Chelsea v Ipswich - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 13th April Wolves v Spurs - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 13th April

In the latest episode of our mini-series on how to win the Champions League, Andy Robertson and Alisson look back on Liverpool’s win in the 2019 edition.They talk us through the dramatic run through the group stages and the iconic semi-final comeback against Barcelona. We get insight into how Jurgen Klopp inspired his team to win the tournament, why he was a father-figure to the squad and what it was like to receive a Klopp hug.They also explain why it was so emotional on the pitch after the final victory over Tottenham in Madrid.A BBC iPlayer documentary, featuring exclusive interviews and insight, is available to watch: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m00276py/how-to-win-the-champions-leagueEpisode 1: How to win the Champions League: Real Madrid - https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0kkgywsTIMECODES 02:00 The dramatic run through the earlier rounds, including THAT comeback v Barcelona 11:00 Pre-match ahead of the final – Jurgen Klopp and walking on the pitch 17:00 The emotional scenes after winning the final 21:00 Jurgen Klopp and his relationship with Liverpool

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk commentary life. From Ian’s penchant for pies at Celtic to whether the ‘dull’ Premier League should have play-offs to make it more interesting. One listener sets a new record for clubs with a slash in their names, and there’s a whole heap of controversy in a Clash of the Commentators basement battle. Plus, BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty joins for the Great Glossary of Football Commentary.02:55 Who ate all the pies? 05:40 Would Arsenal fans rather have Saka or Gabriel? 11:35 5 Live’s weekend commentaries 14:10 Should the ‘dull’ Premier League have play-offs? 20:35 A new record for clubs with a slash in their names 28:10 Controversy in Clash of the Commentators 37:20 Phil McNulty joins for the Great GlossaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Fri 2000 England women v Belgium in the UEFA Women's Nations League, Fri 1915 Wales women v Denmark on the BBC Sport website, Sat 1500 Crystal Palace v Brighton in the Premier League, Sat 1730 Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Fulham v Liverpool in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Brentford v Chelsea on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Tottenham v Southampton on the BBC Sport website, Sun 1630 Man Utd v Man City in the Premier League.

Chelsea and England defender Lucy Bronze speaks exclusively to Alex Scott about her experience being autistic and living with ADHD.Lucy's mum, Diane, had long suspected she may be autistic, but it wasn't until four years ago that Bronze was officially diagnosed as being autistic and living with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).Lucy has had outstanding success as a footballer, both at home and abroad, and during this chat she tells Alex how being neurodivergent has impacted her life both on and off the pitch and why some of her differences have been her strengths.TIMECODES: 1:02 - On being diagnosed as autistic and ADHD four years ago. 3:13 - The process of getting diagnosed 5:00 - On her most notable neurodivergent traits 7:10 - Do her teammates know? 9:20 - Being ‘obsessed’ with football and how her differences have been her strengths. 10:26 - How does it affect her on the football pitch? 12:25 - Masking and copying the behaviours of Jill Scott. 15:54 - Her experiences of playing abroad and being in diverse environments. 16:50 - Being a role model to younger players 19:55 - On the diagnosis helping to understand who she is, not change who she is. 22:25 - Why is she ready to talk about it now? 24:45 - Becoming an ambassador for the National Autistic Society to help with "raising awareness" and "getting rid of the stigma" around it.

The trio are back together as John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk commentary life. Expect more football lookalikes, a tight Clash of the Commentators and which football terms will make it into the Great Glossary of Football Commentary?04:35 More clubs with a slash in their name 07:50 The famous ‘One team in Tallinn’ match 11:20 Another soundalike to test your ears 17:15 An update on the Golden Mic goal ratios 20:05 Ali explains his ‘Bruce-Burglar’ nickname 25:00 Ian looking forward to a Celtic pie 31:20 The guys are ‘all back’ for Clash of the Commentators 37:50 Another ‘top corner’ term goes in the Great GlossaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Sat 1215 Fulham v Crystal Palace in the FA Cup, Sat 1500 Celtic v Hearts in the Scottish Premiership, Sat 1715 Brighton v Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup, Sun 1330 Preston v Aston Villa in the FA Cup.

Who keeps four turtles in their fridge? And who is the two-metre Messi? John Bennett is joined by Julien Laurens, Rafa Honigstein and Mina Rzouki for some interesting chat about European football and so much more. The team discuss a novel approach to match coverage in French broadcasting. Have Germany unearthed a new number nine? Do Italy have an identity under Luciano Spaletti? And have France filled the gap left by the retirement of Antoine Griezmann? Plus – were Juventus right to sack Thiago Motta? And how furious are Bayern Munich after a serious injury suffered by Alphonso Davies playing for Canada. TIMECODES: 0 mins: Intro 1.06: The reaction in Germany to Thomas Tuchel’s start as England manager 4.09: Live coverage of the 12th tier of French football 8.33: Germany’s search for a number nine – featuring Tim Kleindienst (who keeps turtles) and Nick Woltemade (who is very tall). 16.24: Have the Italian team got an identity? 19.54: Why can Italy no longer produce world-class players? 22.20: Can Michael Olise fill the gap left by the retirement of Antoine Griezmann? 26.39: What role is there for Rayan Cherki in the France squad? 29: How big a blow for Bayern is the injury suffered by Alphonso Davies? 33.55: Were Juventus right to sack Thiago Motta? And what about Igor Tudor?Football commentaries this week: Thursday 27th March WOMENS CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Chelsea v Manchester City 2000 KO - Jonathan Pearce and Gilly Flaherty.Saturday 29th March FA CUP: Fulham v Crystal Palace 1215 KO - Conor McNamara and Mark Schwarzer. SCOTTISH PREMIERSHIP: Celtic v Hearts 1500 KO - Ian Dennis and Pat Nevin. FA CUP: Brighton v Nottingham Forest 1715 KO - Chris Wise. Sunday 30th March FA CUP: Preston North End v Aston Villa 1330 KO - John Murray and Leon Osman. WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Chelsea v West Ham 1630 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA

Sir Kenny Dalglish, Chris Sutton and Alan Shearer are among the guests as Kelly Cates looks back on Blackburn's famous title win in 1995.Midfielder Mark Atkins explains how the club was rejuvenated by owner Jack Walker's investment, while Rob Coar, then club chairman, gives the view from the boardroom.And is it fair to say the club bought the title? Football finance expert Kieran Maguire goes through the figures. TIMECODES 10:00 Mark Atkins on Blackburn's redevelopment; 15:20 Alan Shearer on his famous partnership with Chris Sutton; 29:00 Sir Kenny Dalglish's reflections as manager; 50:00 Robert Coar's view from the boardroom 01:05:00 Kieran Maguire on Blackburn's finances that season.

John Murray & Ian Dennis are joined by former BBC Wales football correspondent Rob Phillips. They discuss his journey following the Wales national team and seeing Gareth Bale’s rise from the youth team. Herr Chapman claims another sticky-handed victim dipping into their sweets on the radio. More football lookalikes, England v Wales in Clash of the Commentators and there’s a high bar to get into the Great Glossary of Football Commentary.03:00 Rob Phillips’ journey following Wales 09:50 Following Gareth Bale’s rise from the start 19:50 Herr Chapman is at it again… 21:40 John’s Mike Gatting incident 24:05 More football lookalikes & soundalikes 29:10 Play-by-play commentary sharing 36:20 England v Wales in Clash of the Commentators 45:20 What will enter the Great Glossary?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Fri 1945 England v Albania in World Cup qualifier, Sun 1430 Man City v Chelsea in the Women’s Super League, Mon 1945 England v Latvia in World Cup qualifier.

NFL legend and Burnley co-owner JJ Watt chats to Mark Chapman. They discuss everything from bench pressing with the Burnley players to the uncertainty of the NFL draft. Watt opens up on why he decided to invest in Burnley – and why once he did so, he was determined to win over the fans, just as he did after moving to Houston as an American footballer. They also discuss goalkeeper James Trafford, the difference between sports that do and do not have relegation and the contrasting schedule between the NFL and the EFL.TIMECODES 0 mins: JJ’s interest in learning about the business of football 4 mins: The importance of community when you join a club 5 mins: The danger element of investing in a sport that has relegation 8 mins: The insight that JJ can offer the board as a former professional athlete. 12 mins: James Trafford – and the art of goalkeeping 16 mins: The difference in football and NFL schedules 19 mins: JJ’s experiences in the NFL draft 25 mins: The big salaries paid to sportsmen and how they handle them 26 mins: The importance of giving back5 Live/Sports Extra Commentaries this week:Wednesday 19th March – Manchester City v Chelsea – Women’s Champions League Quarter Final – 8pm KO on 5 Live Thursday 20th March – Greece v Scotland – Nations League – 7.45pm KO on 5 Live Friday 21st March – England v Albania – World Cup Qualifier – 7.45pm KO on 5 Live

Is the tension between World Cup co-hosts USA, Canada and Mexico a concern? Can Comoros complete the ultimate underdog story? Plus, will Chris Wood and Erling Haaland be firing in the goals for New Zealand and Norway next year?Kelly Cates and Rory Smith get our countdown to 2026 underway in Destination New Jersey. JT Batson, CEO & Secretary General of the US Soccer Federation, joins us to discuss their preparations for the tournament. Former New Zealand manager, Ricki Herbert, talks up their chances of making it to next summer’s World Cup 16 years after he guided them to South Africa. President of the Norwegian Football Association, Lise Klaveness, explains the pressure on them to ensure Erling Haaland and their talented generation can reach the finals. And we’re joined by former Wolves boss Stefano Cusin as he bids to take Comoros to their first World Cup. TIMECODES: 02:10 - JT Batson – CEO & Secretary General of US Soccer Federation 17:50 - Stefano Cusin – Comoros manager 26:19 – Ricki Herbert – Former New Zealand manager 39:36 – Lise Klaveness – President of the Norwegian Football Association. Commentaries on 5 Live/BBC Sounds: Wednesday: Manchester City v Chelsea - Women's Champions League (8pm) Thursday: Greece v Scotland - Men's Nations League play-off (7:45pm) Friday: England v Albania - Men's World Cup 2026 qualifying (7:45pm) Sunday: Manchester City v Chelsea - Women's Super League (2:30pm)

When did Dan Burn find out he was in the running for a place in the England squad? And how did Thomas Tuchel break the ice with Morgan Gibbs-White to call him up having initially left him out of the 26-man squad? Both Burn and Gibbs-White have been speaking to John Murray, who’s with Ian Dennis at St George’s Park for a first glimpse of Thomas Tuchel’s England. TIMECODES: 02:08 – Dan Burn Interview 07:10 – Is Tuchel looking for character in his call ups? 07:45 – Which Under 21s trained with the England squad? 08:29 – What’s different at St George’s Park under Tuchel? 12:45 – Morgan Gibbs White interview 18:47 – Just 24 training sessions to the 2026 World Cup?

In an exclusive interview with BBC Morning Live’s Helen Skelton, Michail opens up about just how badly injured he was, what he remembers of the day, how his children have been shielded from the worst of the news, and why he is so certain he will play at the highest level in the near future.

Rick Edwards heads to Brentford’s training ground to speak to head coach Thomas Frank and the club’s psychologist Michael Caulfield.They sit down in the manager’s office to discuss the evolution of psychology in football, dealing with the extreme highs and lows and unique pressures.Thomas Frank was appointed Bees boss back in October 2018 making him the second longest serving manager in the Premier League behind Pep Guardiola. As well as Brentford Michael Caulfield has worked with a number of other football clubs and managers including Gareth Southgate and a wide range of other sports from horseracing to darts.

Conor McNamara returns with Ian Dennis and Ali Bruce-Ball to tell the stories behind the 5 Live commentaries. On the agenda this week: being late for games, who brings the sweets and what it’s like splitting a commentary between commentators. What will be added/removed when it comes to the Great Glossary? And a new record is set in Clash of the Commentators!02:00 Conor recounts his first 5 Live commentary 03:25 How did Ali fare with his new glasses? 04:25 Who is Chris Sutton’s lookalike? 05:45 Man Utd turn another corner? 07:15 Sweets during commentary 10:35 Being late for commentaries 17:20 More lookalikes and soundalikes 20:45 Conor goes ‘back to the future’ 25:30 Clash of the Commentators 32:20 Commentators splitting a commentary 40:35 Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 1500 Ipswich v Nottingham Forest, Sat 1730 Bournemouth v Brentford, Sun 1330 Arsenal v Chelsea, Sun 1330 Fulham v Tottenham on 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1630 Liverpool v Newcastle in the EFL Cup final, Sun 1900 Leicester v Man Utd.

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 2000 Aston Villa v Club Brugge in the Champions League, Thu 13 Mar 2000 Man Utd v Real Sociedad in the Europa League.

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.

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.

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 in Eindhoven 25:10 Caviar and runny cheese in Paris! 28:15 Back to the league in Clash of the Commentators 35:50 Great Glossary criteria are tightened up 40:20 Ali and John called into the Commentators’ Dock 52:30 ‘In and around’BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 8 Mar 1500 Liverpool v Southampton, Sat 8 Mar 1730 Brentford v Aston Villa, Sun 9 Mar 1400 Chelsea v Leicester, Sun 9 Mar 1630 Man Utd v Arsenal.

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 inspirations 17:45 Peter ‘showing off’ on Sports Report 20:05 ‘Words have been my best friend and my worst enemy’ 22:25 What is the best ‘Commentators’ View’ in sport? 27:00 Guilty examples of the ‘commentator’s curse’ 32:20 Heavyweight ‘Clash of the Commentators’ 43:45 The ‘Great Glossary’ rules are ironed outBBC Sounds / 5 Live FA Cup commentaries this weekend: Fri 28 Feb 2000 Aston Villa v Cardiff, Sat 1 Mar 1215 Crystal Palace v Millwall, Sat 1 Mar 1215 Preston v Burnley on BBC Sport website, Sat 1 Mar 1500 Bournemouth v Wolves, Sat 1 Mar 1745 Man City v Plymouth, Sun 2 Mar 1345 Newcastle v Brighton, Mon 3 Mar 1930 Nottingham Forest v Ipswich.

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.

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 commentary 15:40 Having your phone on the desk in commentary 17:15 Ian Dennis has the Marmoush bragging rights 21:35 Syncing up the radio with the TV pictures 23:30 THE match ball vs A match ball... 25:20 Housery in football 32:10 What is Everton’s new stadium like? 45:10 Clash of the CommentatorsBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Fri 1945 Portugal v England in the Women’s Nations League, Sat 1500 Arsenal v West Ham, Sat 1730 Aston Villa v Chelsea starting on 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Newcastle v Nottingham Forest, Sun 1630 Man City v Liverpool.

West Ham boss Graham Potter speaks with Kelly Somers after a month in charge at the club. Potter took the West Ham job after nearly two years out of management, following his sacking at Chelsea in April 2023. In this chat he talks about being able to focus on his family for the first time in 12 years, how things ended at Chelsea and where he thinks he can take West Ham.

John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball tell the tales you don’t normally get to hear. Hear Ian’s story about his ‘clanger’ at Leeds United, Clash of the Commentators breaks new ground as Ali and Ian go head-to-head. And the panel also reflect on Champions League drama, Merseyside madness and tough times for Tottenham and Manchester United. Plus, voicenotes are now being accepted for the ‘Great Glossary of Football Commentary’!02:55 To sit or to stand? 04:40 ‘Intense’ week for John & Ian 08:20 Ian’s away goals rule ‘clanger’ 10:50 Iwata fires one into the glossary 11:45 TCV’s first voicenotes! 18:00 Clash of the Commentators 27:40 John surges clear in the Golden Mic contest 29:50 Champions League / Merseyside reflections 31:45 Tough times for Tottenham & Man Utd 38:55 Mousse, cheesecake & Crusty the Pie 43:10 Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way?BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 15 Feb 1500 Man City v Newcastle, Sat 15 Feb 1730 Crystal Palace v Everton, Sun 16 Feb 1400 Liverpool v Wolves, Sun 16 Feb 1630 Tottenham v Man Utd.

Listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds. Vincent Kompany is one of European football’s most exciting young managers – so exciting, he got handed the keys to German giants Bayern Munich, the season after relegating Burnley from the Premier League to the Championship. It’s a strange trajectory, and at the time, his appointment in Munich raised more than a few eyebrows. How had Kompany gone from relegation to one of Europe’s biggest, most historic clubs? Was it because he was a student of Pep Guardiola, the ex-Bayern boss? Was he somehow failing upwards?This episode of Football Daily is hosted by documentary maker for Copa90, Eli Mengem. Eli heads off on a journey to understand how Kompany has had such a remarkable rise in football management by analysing his youth, playing career and early steps in management, speaking to his ex-teammate Kyle Walker, ex-manager Hugo Broos and others along the way. It maps Kompany’s rise, but also asks bigger questions too. We’ll speak to journalist at the Athletic Seb Stafford-Bloor about whether Kompany’s appointment is a harbinger for a new style of manager coming to the fore in Europe. And we’ll ask Troy Townsend, the ex-head of the UK’s anti-racism in football charity Kick It Out, about how Kompany’s experience as one of the very few black managers in Europe has affected his rise.As Kompany thrives in the Bundesliga in his first season, this episode of Football Daily arrives at the perfect time to dispel some of the myths around him, while examining his personality off the pitch, to create a portrait of what is one of the most fascinating personalities and footballing stories in the modern game.

John Murray and Ian Dennis are joined by Jacqui Oatley to lift the lid on life behind the microphone. Jacqui reveals how she got into football media and the pressure that came with being the first female commentator. Jacqui takes on John in a one-off Clash of the Commentators exhibition match. Will any of Jacqui’s Americanisms make the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? And rugby union correspondent Chris Jones joins the pod to talk about commentating at the Six Nations.04:45 How Jacqui got into football media? 11:40 Facing pressure as a female commentator 19:10 Clash of the Commentators 25:00 Americanisms for the Great Glossary? 37:20 Rugby’s Chris Jones joins the podBBC Sounds / 5 Live FA Cup commentaries this weekend: Fri 7 Feb 2000 Man Utd v Leicester, Sat 8 Feb 1215 Leyton Orient v Man City, Sat 8 Feb 1215 Leeds v Millwall on 5 Sports Extra, Sat 8 Feb 1500 Wigan v Fulham, Sat 8 Feb 1500 Everton v Bournemouth on the BBC Sport website, Sat 8 Feb 1745 Birmingham v Newcastle starting on 5 Sports Extra, Sat 8 Feb 2000 Brighton & Hove v Chelsea, Sun 9 Feb 1230 Blackburn v Wolves, Sun 9 Feb 1735 Aston Villa v Tottenham Mon 10 Feb 1945 Doncaster v Crystal Palace.

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle.How has Cristiano Ronaldo elongated his career? The Portuguese striker is still scoring in Saudi Arabia so a former Manchester United performance coach tells us how he’s done it.Which team in Europe was the busiest in the January transfer window? Which winter window buys could prove a win for the buying clubs? They discuss Mathys Tel and Rennes' deadline-day dash. Also, is Ousmane Dembele finally fulfilling his potential?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 5 Feb 2000 Newcastle v Arsenal in the Carabao Cup, Thu 6 Feb 2000 Liverpool v Tottenham in the Carabao Cup, Fri 7 Feb 2000 Man Utd v Leicester in the FA Cup.

Alan Shearer makes the short trip to Newcastle United's training ground to speak to in-form striker Alexander Isak. The Swedish international explains why he's been scoring so many goals this season. He discusses his journey in football and how he grew up watching Spanish football. He sheds light on his future plans in football, short term and long term and where he sees Newcastle finishing this season.

Gary Lineker visits Liverpool's training ground Melwood to speak with manager Arne Slot. The Liverpool manager talks about his success at the club so far since taking charge from Jurgen Klopp in the summer. He praises the former Liverpool boss for how he left the club. Slot also discusses the difficulty of being away from his family in the Netherlands and the similarities between his former club Feyenoord and Liverpool.

John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball lift the lid on life as 5 Live commentators. They reflect on the table-watching drama of the final round of Champions League and Europa League games. There’s off-field controversy. Who will go top of the table in Clash of the Commentators? And Ali’s Shrewsbury story finally gets told.00:45 John’s trip to the dentist 04:00 Striking pre-match displays 07:30 All eyes on the table, not the match? 15:00 Man City/Celtic vs Bayern Munich/Real Madrid 18:30 Golden mic latest 21:00 Golf and games controversy 27:10 Who will go top in Clash of the Commentators? 34:55 The Shrewsbury story finally gets told 42:30 Most exciting January signings 47:15 The Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 1 Feb 1500 Bournemouth v Liverpool, Sat 1 Feb 1730 Wolves v Aston Villa on 5 Sports Extra, Sun 2 Feb 1400 Man Utd v Crystal Palace, Sun 2 Feb 1400 Brentford v Tottenham on 5 Sports Extra, Sun 2 Feb 1630 Arsenal v Man City.

Dion Dublin visits Old Trafford to chat with Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt.The 25-year-old talks about United’s season so far since Ruben Amorim took charge at the club, and where there is room for improvement.He opens up on the success of his career so far, having started out at Ajax, where he reached the Champions League semi-final in 2018 and then his big money moves to Juventus and Bayern Munch.

5 Live commentators John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball tell the stories you don’t normally get to hear. From the delights on offer at the Parc des Princes to Ian getting called out by Gareth Southgate for his dinner party getup. Gigi Salmon and Russell Fuller reveal what it’s like commentating at the Australian Open tennis. And can Ali go level at the top with John in Clash of the Commentators?00:30 Ali’s Monaco memories 09:10 Champions League snakes & ladders 12:30 John’s Parisian treats 16:10 Best foreign commentary phrases 23:40 Ian gets called out by Gareth Southgate 26:15 The power of silence & staying enthused 31:55 John vs Ian in Clash of the Commentators 40:00 Commentating at the Australian Open tennis 45:00 The local verdict on Savio vs Savinho 48:50 What will be added to the Great Glossary?BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 25 Jan 1500 Wolves v Arsenal, Sat 25 Jan 1730 Man City v Chelsea, Sun 26 Jan 1400 Tottenham v Leicester, Sun 26 Jan 1400 Crystal Palace v Brentford on 5 Sports Extra, Sun 26 Jan 1630 Aston Villa v West Ham.

Real Madrid are the most successful team in the history of the Champions League/European Cup with 15 titles. But how have they achieved this? Steve Crossman and Guillem Balague explore Real's relationship with the competition, looking at their early dominance in the late 1950s, through to their six triumphs since 2014.We hear from former players Clarence Seedorf and Sami Khedira on what makes Real Madrid so special. And former coach Paul Clement joins the pod to give us insight into current head coach Carlo Ancelotti and their "La Decima" win in 2014 against Atletico Madrid.To watch the TV documentary, it is available on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m00276py/how-to-win-the-champions-league4:30 Real Madrid's early dominance 11:40 Clarence Seedorf on the Real Madrid DNA 22:10 Paul Clement on La Decima and Carlo Ancelotti 38:30 Sami Khedira on Real's recruitment 40:30 Can they continue their dominance?

Gary Lineker invites Brentford manager Thomas Frank round his house for a chat and spot of lunch The Danish manager talks about the journey he's taken the club on, becoming only the Brentford head coach or manager to achieve promotion to the top-flight of English football.

Darren Fletcher is joined by Football Correspondent John Murray, Manchester United journalist Andy Mitten, and former Scotland international Joe Jordan to remember the life and career of Manchester United & Scotland legend Denis Law – the only Scottish player to also have won the Ballon d'Or.

5 Live commentators John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball answer listener questions. From John’s Cyprus underpants story to Ali’s old pet Betsy the beagle causing mischief. Plus the panel react to Erling Haaland signing a new 10-year deal with Manchester City. And will Ali’s losing streak continue in Clash of the Commentators?02:10 Did John avoid the pigeons at Tamworth? 05:50 Commentary boxes behind glass. 13:10 TCV goes international! 17:25 John’s Cyprus underpants story. 24:30 Will Ali lose again in Clash of the Commentators? 32:45 Ali’s mischievous Betsy the beagle. 34:50 Haaland signs 10-year deal. 38:10 Commentating in stadia not designed for football. 40:20 Great Glossary of Football Commentary.BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 18 Jan 1500 Brentford v Liverpool on 5 Live, Sat 18 Jan 1730 Arsenal v Aston Villa on 5 Live, Sun 19 Jan 1400 Man Utd v Brighton & Hove Albion on 5 Live, Sun 19 Jan 1630 Ipswich Town v Man City on 5 Live, Sun 19 Jan 1830 Man City v Man Utd (WSL) on 5 Sports Extra.

After Erling Haaland signs a new long-term deal with Manchester City club - listen back to when the Premier League’s all-time record goalscorer Alan Shearer met with the striker on the eve of his debut season back in 2022. Haaland talks about the relationship with his father, and wanting to be a better player than him from a really young age. He says he has the ability to improve ‘everything’ in his game, and highlights the importance of meditation to his game.The original version of this podcast was released on 6 August 2022.

John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball present an FA Cup Special. They discuss the magic of the FA Cup, from giant killings to pigeon-infested commentary positions.Has the schedule taken away some its allure? Who has the best non-league knowledge in Clash of the Commentators? And where does everyone most look forward to going?01:00 Magic of the FA Cup 02:55 The schedule 05:55 How Sean Dyche’s sacking affected Ali’s prep 09:30 VAR from a commentator’s perspective 14:40 Tunnel interviews 21:25 FA Cup memories 25:20 Biggest cupsets 29:40 Tamworth vs Spurs 31:50 FA Cup replays: yes or no? 34:15 Question from Euro Leagues 36:40 Non-league themed Clash of the Commentators 42:15 Great Glossary of Football5 LIVE COMMENTARIES THIS WEEKEND Friday 10th January FA CUP: Aston Villa v West Ham United 2000 KOSaturday 11th January FA CUP: Bristol City v Wolverhampton Wanderers 1200 KO FA CUP: Liverpool v Accrington Stanley 1215 KO FA CUP: Brentford v Plymouth Argyle 1500 KO FA CUP: Leeds United v Harrogate Town 1745 KO FA CUP: Manchester City v Salford City 1745 KOSunday 12th January FA CUP: Tamworth v Spurs 1230 KO FA CUP: Newcastle United v Bromley 1500 KO FA CUP: Crystal Palace v Stockport County 1500 KO

From Paris, to Bolton – Premier League legend Jay-Jay Okocha sits down with Dion Dublin in this Football Daily special. The former Nigeria international opens up about that move from Paris Saint-Germain to the Premier League with Bolton Wanderers. He chats to Dion about adapting to life in England, his relationship with Sam Allardyce and his determination to prove himself in the Premier League.

5 Live commentators John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball answer listener questions. From how they got into football to how they relax while on the road, and which are the coldest/warmest grounds in the country? And can Ian finally get a win under his belt in Clash of the Commentators?02:15 Ali talks about presenting on the radio 06:10 John’s Christmas travel troubles 12:40 Why did they get into football? 19:20 How do they relax while traveling? 24:30 Do they listen back to their commentaries? 30:20 How do they look after their voices? 33:10 Can Ian win Clash of the Commentators? 43:05 Is Liverpool-Man Utd a ‘local derby’? 44:40 Which are the coldest/warmest grounds? 47:40 The Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 4 Jan 3pm Crystal Palace v Chelsea, Sat 4 Jan 5:30pm Brighton v Arsenal, Sun 5 Jan 2pm Fulham v Ipswich, Sun 5 Jan 4:30pm Liverpool v Man Utd.

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Rafa Honigstein for the first Euro Leagues of 2025. They discuss the match they are most looking forward to and highlight players you should keep an eye on in 2025. From Omar Marmoush at Eintracht Frankfurt to the young Argentine flourishing at Como, they pick out players who could be set for a big move, those on the cusp of great things and a couple of youngsters making big strides. They also pick out something that they are looking forward to in football this year – and end the show with some predictions.TIMECODES 0 mins: Introduction and New Year’s Resolutions 1 min: Fixtures to look forward to in 2025. 7 mins: Eintracht Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush. 12 mins: Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi. 15 mins: Stuttgart’s Angelo Stiller. 20 mins: Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche. 25 mins: Como’s Nico Paz. 29 mins: Heidenheim’s Paul Wanner (on loan from Bayern Munich). 33 mins: Real Madrid’s Joan Martinez. 35 mins: The team discuss something that they are looking forward to seeing in football in 2025.

Ali Bruce-Ball, John Murray and Ian Dennis present a selection box of stories from life as 5 Live commentators. From getting a wasp in the mouth mid-commentary, to getting in trouble with Kenny Dalglish and Tony Pulis, they tell the tales you don't normally get to hear.

Neil Warnock joins Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff for a festive Christmas treat and to look back on some of his favourite memories in football.From bowling and chiropody, to Chris Morgan and Adel Taarabt, Neil Warnock lifts the lid on some of his funniest and memorable stories.He talks about what Christmas is like in the Warnock household and looks back at almost 60 years in football.Plus, find out if Yorkshire puddings are on Neil Warnock’s Christmas dinner!

Jonathan Sutherland travels to Naples to speak to two Scots who are starring in Serie A.Napoli's Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour chat to Jonathan about adapting to life in Italy, their relationship with Antonio Conte and following in the footsteps of Diego Maradona.McTominay also opens up on his decision to leave Manchester United, while Gilmour discusses swapping Brighton for Naples.BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 21 Dec, 1500: West Ham v Brighton on 5 Live Sat 21 Dec, 1730: Crystal Palace v Arsenal on 5 Live Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Everton v Chelsea on 5 Live Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Man Utd v Bournemouth on 5 Sports Extra Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Fulham v Southampton on BBC Sport website Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Leicester v Wolves on BBC Sport website Sun 22 Dec, 1630: Tottenham v Liverpool on 5 Live

John Murray returns with Ian Dennis and Ali Bruce-Ball to lift the lid on life as a commentator. From being pulled over by police in Moscow to talking tailoring with Thomas Tuchel, they reveal the stories they don’t normally get to hear. Plus, Steve Bunce drops in from Riyadh ahead of #UsykFury2 to talk boxing commentary. And Clash of the Commentators takes on an Asian feel.01:20 Interviewing Thomas Tuchel 02:55 27-hour journey back from Moscow 08:10 Don’t speak to Pep on the golf course 11:10 How are commentary games chosen? 13:55 Commentating with Clinton Morrison 18:10 Steve Bunce talks boxing commentary 28:25 Best goal scored by a European player this year? 33:30 Clash of the Commentators goes Asian 38:05 Looking ahead to the weekend’s fixtures 42:00 The Great Glossary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 21 Dec, 1500: West Ham v Brighton on 5 Live Sat 21 Dec, 1730: Crystal Palace v Arsenal on 5 Live Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Everton v Chelsea on 5 Live Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Man Utd v Bournemouth on 5 Sports Extra Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Fulham v Southampton on BBC Sport website Sun 22 Dec, 1400: Leicester v Wolves on BBC Sport website Sun 22 Dec, 1630: Tottenham v Liverpool on 5 Live

Conor McNamara joins Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball to reveal the stories behind the 5 Live commentaries. From Conor taking a printer to games, to using the facilities on the Anfield roof! They tell the tales you don’t normally get to hear. And ‘Clash of the Commentators’ is back!02:05 Upsetting football fans 06:00 Conor’s portable printer 09:20 Using Championship Manager to help prep 11:20 Getting the overnight sleeper train 15:00 What do commentators do at half-time? 18:05 The Anfield commode 22:30 Best derby to commentate on? 28:20 Commentating at late notice/without notes! 31:40 Most difficult pronunciations 35:45 Clash of the Commentators 41:50 Great Dictionary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League / Women’s Super League commentaries this weekend: Sat 14 Dec, 15:00 – Liverpool v Fulham – 5 Live Sat 14 Dec, 17:30 – Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa – 5 Live Sun 15 Dec, 14:00 – Brighton v Crystal Palace – 5 Live Sun 15 Dec, 14:30 – Liverpool Women v Arsenal Women – 5 Sports Extra Sun 15 Dec, 16:30 – Man City v Man Utd – 5 Live

It's been confirmed the FIFA World Cup will be returning to the Middle East in 10 years' time after FIFA awarded Saudi Arabia the hosting rights to the 2034 tournament. Securing football’s most high-profile tournament is just the latest example of the Kingdom’s growing influence on global sport, which its critics say is in an effort to 'sportswash' the regime's reputation.Katie Smith is joined by BBC sports editor Dan Roan and Tariq Panja, global sports correspondent for The New York Times, to provide the background to Saudi Arabia’s unopposed bid.We hear from the president of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, Yasser Al Misehal, and from Amanda Staveley, who was part of the Saudi-backed takeover of Newcastle United in 2021, on why the tournament will be a great success, while BBC sports news correspondent Laura Scott speaks to Norwegian Football Federation president Lise Klaveness about Norway's decision to abstain from the voting process for the 2030 and 2034 tournaments.Stephen Cockburn, Amnesty International’s head of housing, workers rights, and sport, and Wycombe Wanderers midfielder David Wheeler, the PFA’s sustainability champion, also join the podcast to discuss their concerns over human and the environment.And we ask what all this means for Saudi Arabia’s huge investments in domestic football, particularly at Newcastle United.

In this special episode of the Football Daily Nedum Onuoha travels to Italy to have a typical Milanese dinner with AC Milan striker Tammy Abraham to discuss his many career highlights, relationship with Jose Mourinho and how life abroad has changed him as a player and person. Tammy chats to Nedum about the importance of embracing Milan and how he has found settling in to a new environment, including the fashion!

John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball reveal the stories behind the 5 Live commentaries. From commentating in the pouring rain with colleagues in their underwear, to a big medical drama, they tell the tales you don’t normally get to hear. And the ‘Wheel of Spiel’ makes a return!01:35 John gets a surprise 03:30 Ian has an apology to make 04:20 Commentating in the rain 09:20 Ian nearly ends his career 14:30 ‘Wheel of Spiel’ goes deep 19:00 Favourite commentary positions 22:55 Tottenham-Chelsea preview 27:10 John’s big medical drama 29:45 Ali’s new toys! 31:20 The Great Dictionary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this weekend: Sat 7 Dec, 15:00 – Crystal Palace v Man City - 5 Live Sat 7 Dec, 17:30 – Man Utd v Nottingham Forest - 5 Live Sun 8 Dec, 14:00 – Fulham v Arsenal - 5 Live Sun 8 Dec, 14:00 – Leicester v Brighton – 5 Sports Extra Sun 8 Dec, 14:00 – Ipswich v Bournemouth – BBC Sport website Sun 8 Dec, 16:30 – Tottenham v Chelsea - 5 Live

In a special interview, new Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim speaks to Mark Chapman about his appointment.Amorim explains why he already feels a connection with the club’s fans, and why his new role won’t change him as a person. He also talks about his time in Portugal, including how being released as a player by Benfica impacted him. TIMECODES 02:30 Making a connection with Man Utd fans 04:00 Being an emotional character 11:00 On seeing a psychologist as he came to the end of his playing career and prepared to become a coach 14:00 Getting inspiration from Jorge Jesus and Leonardo Jardim 18:00 The driving force behind each managerial move he’s made 21:00 On how moving to the club will change his life

Alistair Bruce-Ball, John Murray and Ian Dennis tell the stories behind the 5 Live commentaries, from getting lost in Portugal to navigating the new Champions League table. What’s it like preparing for a big game like Liverpool vs Man City? And who will take round two in Clash of the Commentators? Plus catch the latest entries into The Great Dictionary of Football Commentary.01:00 John’s tip troubles 03:00 Ian’s Portugal problems 08:05 Liverpool-Real Madrid reflections 14:05 Getting used to the UCL table 17:30 ‘New series’ of Liverpool-Man City 23:30 Training the commentators 28:30 Clash of the Commentators 33:55 Working at Selhurst Park 38:15 The Great Dictionary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: 15:00 Sat 30 Nov: Crystal Palace v Newcastle – Premier League 17:30 Sat 30 Nov: West Ham v Arsenal – Premier League 13:30 Sun 1 Dec: Man Utd v Everton – Premier League 13:30 Sun 1 Dec: Chelsea v Aston Villa – Premier League – 5 Sports Extra 13:30 Sun 1 Dec: Tottenham v Fulham – Premier League – BBC Sport website 16:00 Sun 1 Dec: Liverpool v Man City – Premier League

John Murray and Ian Dennis join Alistair Bruce-Ball to lift the lid on life as 5 Live commentators. From Ian’s floppy disk of research to pre-interview smalltalk with Steven Gerrard, they reveal stories you don’t normally get to hear. And as it’s an Ali Bruce-Ball podcast, of course there’s some fun and games as well.02:00 No rest for the commentator! 06:05 Ian’s floppy disk 09:05 Encounters with new Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim 13:50 ‘Kevin Dalglish’ 15:20 Pre-interview smalltalk 18:10 The ‘Wheel of Spiel’ 24:30 Difficulties of commentating on Man City 29:30 Ian Holloway’s spooky interview 31:30 ‘Clash of the commentators’ quiz 36:10 What’s it like commentating at 3pm on Saturday? 39:30 The Great Dictionary of Football CommentaryBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Arsenal v Nottingham Forest – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 23 November Man City v Tottenham – Premier League – 17:30 – Saturday 23 November Southampton v Liverpool – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 24 November Ipswich v Man Utd – Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 24 November

Morgan Rogers joins Liam MacDevitt to talk about his career so far and aspirations for the future. He recalls the decision to join Aston Villa from Middlesbrough and opens up about life & playing in the Midlands.They discuss that feeling when he first heard the Champions League anthem, and what it’s like to play under Unai Emery.Plus, with so many of his international teammates from youth level gaining senior call-ups for England, he shares his aspirations of a call-up from new manager Thomas Tuchel.

Spurs winger Brennan Johnson talks form, influences, Son Heung-min & Ange Postecoglou. He discusses how comfortable he feels now he is in his second season at Tottenham Hotspur and his drive to win the club their first deomstic trophy since 2008.

Southampton boss Russell Martin talks life as manager, tactics and stubbornness. Still without a win this season, Russell talks about what three points could do for his side and whether or not he will stick to his guns tactically. Plus, how did growing up with five brothers influence his love of the game and who inspired and influenced his management style?

Riccardo Calafiori speaks to Roman Kemp about his career so far. They chat about life before Arsenal, growing up wanting to become a footballer and a lengthy knee injury at the age of 16. He talks about his relationship with Daniele De Rossi and Jorginho who encouraged him to join Arsenal. Plus, he opens up on the conversations he had with Mikel Arteta ahead of joining the club, and how his style of play has helped him to see the game differently.

In an exclusive interview – Chappers speaks to the former Wales manager Rob Page who joins the pod for the very first time after being sacked from his position in the summer. During the episode Page opens up about his emotions after losing his role – and the incredible highs of taking Wales to their first World Cup in over 60 years. We get insight into what it was really like for Page dealing with some of the sports biggest names from Gareth Bale, Aaron Ramsey to Ashley Williams and details what life was like for a manager during those major tournaments.As well as the highs, Page lets us in on the lows of the role – to results at the World Cup not going his way, to others being linked to his managerial job. And ultimately what’s next for him in football. Timecodes: 02:47 – Hard watching Wales for first time as losing the role. 03:00 – Hard to take being sacked and adjusting to life without the position. 04:00 – Good to have chance to reflect. 05:00 – Know when you get into management that you will get the sack – just don’t know when. 09:00 – Dealing with the big names like Bale in the dressing room. 12:00 – Wales got to the World Cup because how they managed Bale. 13:00 – Nervous going into first meeting with Bale. 14:00 – There being no egos in Wales changing room. 23:00 – Taking Wales to the World Cup and the emotions of that. 31:00 – Gary Speed’s legacy. 33:00 – Disappointment at the World Cup. 40:00 – How he dealt with rumours of Roy Keane being linked to his job. 44:50 – There to help Craig Bellamy if he needs it. 47:00 – Not sure of future plans yet. Open to domestic or international football.

Aaron Ramsdale chats to Kelly Somers about leaving Arsenal for Southampton, his relationship with David Raya and maturing on and off the pitch. He also discusses his dad’s podcast appearances, fancy dress trips to Wembley and why he chose to be a goalkeeper.

In this special episode of the Football Daily, former England goalkeeper Joe Hart travels to Liverpool to meet Alisson Becker for an exclusive deep dive into life as a goalkeeper - both on and off the pitch. They discuss their love of the sport and the constant challenges of how to improve in the game. Alisson lets us in on his motivations and the inspiration that he has received from his faith and family, and opens up about the passing of his father.Alisson also speaks about how he has adapted into becoming one of the leaders in this current squad alongside Virgil van Dijk, Mo Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Alexis Mac Allister. He also praises the work that has been done so far by the new head coach Arne Slot and what has changed for them since Jurgen Klopp left the club.

Manchester City’s Rodri joins Joe Hart to talk Guardiola, trebles & chess. He also speaks about his Spain's side Euros triumph over England and his business degree which he completed while playing for City.

Mark Chapman presents a special edition of the Football Daily reflecting on the life of former England manager Sven-Göran Eriksson. Mark is joined by Chris Sutton and The i paper chief football writer Daniel Storey. Former England internationals Joe Hart and Theo Walcott also pay their tributes.06:15 Joe Hart joins the pod 13:45 Sven speaking on the Monday Night Club 20:45 Theo Walcott joins the pod

Come inside Mikel Arteta’s home as he sits down, in his living room, with Guillem Balagué to chat about all the great moments in his life – both in football and away from it. From his childhood on the beaches of San Sebastián, to the bunk beds of the Barcelona academy, hear his stories of moving to Paris with his mum and embracing the British weather in Glasgow. Through the influences of Pep Guardiola, Mauricio Pochettino, his parents – and especially his wife – we explore his growth from a player to the Arsenal manager, while delving into the more personal aspects of his life, like why Mallorca holds such a special place in his heart.

A new era begins for Man Utd but what can fans expect? Sir Jim Ratcliffe sits down with BBC sports editor Dan Roan after completing his deal to buy a 27.7 per cent stake in Manchester United. He says it's a boyhood dream to be involved in United and that restoring them to the pinnacle of English and European football is the greatest challenge. Sir Jim also reveals his plans for a new stadium.Producer: Jonathan McKeith.This is also available as a Sports desk special on BBC Sounds.

Ahead of a new book launch, 'Watford Forever' by John Preston – which tells the story of how Sir Elton John and Graham Taylor saved Watford, the pop legend sits down with Gary Lineker to talk about his love of football, why FA Cup finals are like headlining Glastonbury and why Wrexham owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney remind him of himself.

Lionel Messi has won his eighth Ballon d’Or and Guillem Balague gives a behind-the-scenes account of how in Qatar, the Argentinian won the World Cup. Guillem hears from the biggest names in the sport; from Aston Villa and Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, former England forward Gary Lineker and ex-Argentina defender, Pablo Zabaleta - who give their unique perspectives on what happened during that tournament. We are taken on a journey – from that shock loss in Argentina’s opening game against Saudi Arabia, to one of the best international finals ever – where Argentina beat France on penalties, fulfilling Lionel Messi’s destiny of winning the World Cup and cementing himself as one of the greatest players of all time

This is a special episode celebrating the life of England and Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton. Mark Chapman is joined by former England strikers Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer, as well as former Man Utd captain Steve Bruce. Also hear from football correspondent John Murray, former England manager Roy Hodgson, ex-Man Utd players Wayne Rooney and Michael Carrick, and Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola. And hear archive audio from Sir Bobby himself on winning the World Cup.02:05 Football correspondent John Murray 03:30 Sir Bobby Charlton on winning the World Cup 05:05 Gary Lineker on ‘England’s greatest ever player’ 09:10 Alan Shearer and Steve Bruce on a fellow son of the northeast 14:20 Former England manager Roy Hodgson on a ‘humble and charming man’ 15:45 Ex-Man Utd players Wayne Rooney and Michael Carrick reaction 17:45 Man City boss Pep Guardiola sends ‘big hug’

The Football Daily’s 72+ team of Aaron Paul, Phil Brown & Jobi McAnuff discuss and debate their EFL top 10s in this brand new mini-series. In episode one, the guys rank the big play-off moments. From Dean Windass to Troy Deeney, and from Josh Windass to Bobby Zamora – who will top the lot?

A BBC World Service documentary revealing the untold stories behind Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta’s journey to the top.In Barcelona, former Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina relives his time sharing bunk beds with Arteta at the world-famous La Masia academy, declaring that the boy from the Basque country was “born to be a manager”.Presenter John Bennett travels to Arteta’s home town of San Sebastian to meet his childhood coach at a small club, next to a hair salon, that has become an amazing football talent factory.Hear from former teammates at Everton, Arsenal and Rangers, from where Dutch great Ronald de Boer remembers Arteta stepping up aged 21 to score a stoppage-time penalty to snatch the title from Glasgow rivals Celtic: “To take that responsibility, at such a young age, in such an important game and moment of that decisive title race against Celtic was impressive.”And find out why the Welsh city of Newport played such an important part in Arteta’s journey into coaching.Arsenal legend Arsène Wenger and former Man City captain Vincent Kompany also feature in this documentary, which paints a picture of a single-minded, intelligent and meticulous man, schooled in the Barcelona style of play, who is now mixing it with the top managers in the game and has got Arsenal fans dreaming of glory once again.

75 years ago, we heard Sports Report for the first time. On this podcast, Mark Chapman and Pat Murphy speak to fans, broadcasters and those who’ve been on the other side of the microphone. Jockey AP McCoy, author Lee Child and manager Tony Pulis are among those to explain why Sports Report is so special. **This is pre-recorded, so please do not message in**TOPICS: 7:00 – Author Lee Child, 12:40 - What is it like actually working as a reporter on the show? 18:50 – Manager Tony Pulis, 26:15 – Stories from our presenters, 33:20 – Jockey AP McCoy, 42:30 - The most difficult day in the history of the programme, the day of Hillsborough, 50:20 – The wrong theme tune!

This is a special episode celebrating the life on and off the pitch of arguably the greatest player ever, Pelé. Aaron Paul is joined by those who played against him, idolized him and interviewed him as they reflect on an incredible career of a true footballing legend. Former England midfielder, Alan Mullery – who played against Pelé in the 1970 World Cup tells Aaron his memories of playing with the great man, not once, not twice, but three times. South American football expert Tim Vickery gives his thoughts from Brazil as the country reacts to the news and we hear from Wales football legend Cliff Jones who faced Pelé in his first World Cup in 1958. Gary Lineker gives his tribute, as does legendary commentator Barry Davies and chief football writer at the Times, Henry Winter - who have both watched Pelé and interviewed him during their careers. Not only that, we hear from the man himself and if he thinks he’s the greatest player of all time… Timecodes: 3’00 – Tim Vickery from Brazil. 8’22 – Cliff Jones on playing against Pelé in the 1958 World Cup. 10’00 – Pelé interview. 13’00 – Clive Toye, general manager of the New York Cosmos. 18’00 – Gary Lineker tribute. 21’00 – Barry Davies reflections. 28’00 – Alan Mullery on playing against Pelé and being his friend. 35’00 – Henry Winter on interviewing Pelé.

Steve Crossman speaks to Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola about playing golf and spending time with family during the summer break, why emotions are more important to him than stats in football and how Erling Haaland is settling in.They also discuss why Pep has embraced the city of Manchester so much, what he plans to do when he retires and why the club’s fanbase around the world is so important to him.Steve’s also joined by former City midfielder Michael Brown to reflect on Guardiola’s words, what the signing of Haaland says about the club’s status and whether he thinks Pep’s more relaxed than what we see on the touchline.

This is a special Football Daily pod where Mark Chapman sits down to chat to Premier League referee Mike Dean on his extraordinary career, after announcing that he will retire at the end of the season after over 20 years at the very top of the game.He tells Mark how he started in the lower leagues and rose to the very top – and lets us in on a few secrets along the way… like who were his favourite players - to the manager he feared the most and lifts the lid on what really goes on in the referees dressing rooms. Not only that we hear his views on how the game has changed throughout his time on the pitch and of course VAR gets a mention too!

In this special episode of the Football Daily podcast Mark Chapman is joined by correspondent John Murray and South American football expert Tim Vickery to pay tribute to football legend Diego Maradona, who has died at the age of 60.Maradona - arguably the greatest player football has ever seen - had a spectacular career: he captained Argentina to victory at the 1986 World Cup, and scoring both the infamous 'Hand of God' goal and the much-lauded solo second against England in their quarter-final. He spent much of his club career at Napoli, winning two Serie A titles, the Coppa Italia and UEFA Cup with the Italian side. He had previously played for Barcelona, Boca Juniors and Argentinos Juniors.We hear from Gary Lineker, Pep Guardiola, Ossie Ardiles, and Paul Elliott - all paying tribute to the Argentine superstar.

Steve Crossman and guests select their Greatest Champions League XIs

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague and Kristof Terreur on this week's Euro Leagues show.The team bring us the latest on the return of the Bundesliga and leagues across Europe.Plus Chris Waddle reminisces about his Marseille career and the time he aimed for France and ended up on an island in the Indian Ocean...And Nayim remembers THAT goal against Arsenal in the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup Final.

From Valencia to Istanbul and Inter to Tyneside - Rafa Benitez tells Guillem Balague about the key matches from his managerial career