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It’s a drama filled Champions League edition of the Football Daily podcast as Kelly Cates, Paul Robinson, Theo Walcott and Ian Dennis react to the big stories from Tuesday night’s matches. You will hear as it happened, real time reaction to the comments made by Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez – he launched a blistering attack on the club's hierarchy for not strengthening the squad following qualification for the Champions League. This comes after United lost to Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano – and they also get the latest reaction from manager Michael Carrick at his press conference. Elsewhere, it was a positive night for Arsenal, who beat Lille – and even Mikel Arteta makes a cameo appearance.And John Bennett joins the pod with news of more goals for Harry Kane at Bayern Munich. Timecodes: 01:00 – Man United debrief. 13:30 – Martinez comments discussion. 16:40 – Michael Carrick reaction to the Martinez comments. 24’17 – Arsenal section. 26’18 – Mikel Arteta interview. 28’30 – Other Champions League stories. Commentaries this week: Wednesday 14th October CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Manchester City v PSG - LIVE ON 5 LIVE Thursday 15th October EUROPA LEAGUE: Benfica v Celtic LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA CONFERENCE LEAGUE: Hearts v Nordsjælland - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 2 Saturday 17th October PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Liverpool - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Ipswich - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Newcastle v Aston Villa - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - WSL: Arsenal v Birmingham City - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA SCOTTISH PREMIERSHIP: Dundee v Rangers - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 Sunday 18th October PREMIER LEAGUE: Leeds United v Manchester United - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Brighton v Crystal Palace - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Sunderland - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 2 PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Arsenal - LIVE ON 5 LIVE

13/10/2026 • 30:36

Mark Chapman is joined by Andros Townsend, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith.The panel are joined by a Manchester City fan to discuss the reaction to their win at Anfield in their first game since being found guilty of breaching the Premier League's financial regulations.After an impressive performance at the weekend, can Jordan Henderson help bring some control to Chelsea?We hear from Michael Carrick ahead of a potentially defining week for Manchester United and a Fulham fan as their winless start continues.And Tim Vickery joins the show to talk Corinthians appointing Clarence Seedorf and Brazilian air-con.TIMECODES:01:29 - How should we react to Manchester City winning? 19:15 - Jordan Henderson's Chelsea breakthrough 26:20 - Arsenal's warm-down injuries 32:50 - Manchester United continue to struggle 44:43 - Should Fulham be panicking? 53:21 - Tim Vickery on Seedorf's return to Brazil

12/10/2026 • 61:08

Rick Edwards, Luke Edwards and Clinton Morrison discuss the latest Premier League weekend.Manchester City's maintained their perfect start to the season on the pitch with a comfortable win at Anfield - but what does the future hold for them and the Premier League hold after they were found guilty of breaching financial regulations? After a toothless performance - will any of Liverpool's £100 million players come good? Oliver Glasner lost on his return to Selhurst Park, with Nottingham Forest losing 3-1 to Crystal Palace - including an extraordinary miss from Forest striker Liam Delap. Spurs are still winless, but a late equaliser at Old Trafford saw Manchester United booed off. Jordan Henderson rolled back the years for Chelsea, but should we be worried by Bournemouth's winless start? Ipswich struck late again to earn their third win already, but Fulham continue to struggle. And the panel argue over who the sexiest manager in the Premier League is....Send your messages and voicenotes on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.TIMECODES 00:37 - Manchester City cruise to win at Anfield 18:00 - Glasner loses on return to Palace 24:40 - Boos at Old Trafford after Manchester United draw with Spurs 34:00 - Jordan Henderson rolls back the years 36:10 - Are Bournemouth in trouble? 39:25 - Impressive Ipswich, faltering Fulham

11/10/2026 • 45:54

In this week’s edition of The Football Interview, Kelly Somers speaks to Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard. They speak about last season at Arsenal, his qualities as a captain and reflects on Norway's journey at this summer's World Cup. They look at how Arsenal have already started this season, and whether they feel a different kind of pressure this time around.TIMECODES: 0’22 - Looking back on the last few months 0'50 - Lifting the Premier League trophy 2’35 - His role as captain   4'15 - Difficulties with injuries  9'20 - Reflecting on the World Cup 12’50 - Sharing experience with Max Dowman 13'45 - Narrative changing around Arsenal this season?

10/10/2026 • 17:04

Conor McNamara once again joins Ian Dennis and John Murray for the Commentators' View ahead of a big weekend in the Premier League.With Manchester City travelling to Liverpool for the first time since the Premier League charges verdict, John goes through his approach ahead of commentating on the game. The team reflect on the international break, Ian recalls being pranked at Istanbul airport and can John go clear at the top of the table in Clash of the Commentators?TIMECODES 03:30 International break reflections 05:00 Ian's Greek adventures 09:00 How to approach commentating on Liverpool v Man City 22:00 A terrifying prank in Istanbul airport 28:30 Clash of the Commentators 33:30 Unintend Pub Name of the Week 35:30 Great Glossary of FootballCOMMENTARIES: This weekend SAT 1500 - Chelsea v Bournemouth  - 5 Live SAT 1500 - Aston Villa v Brentford - Sports Extra SAT 1730 - Man Utd v Tottenham  - 5 LiveSUN 1200 - Motherwell v Celtic - Sports Extra 2 SUN 1400 - Hull v Everton - 5 Live SUN 1400 - Crystal Palace v Nottm Forest - Sports Extra and Sports Extra 2 SUN 1630 - Liverpool v Man City  - 5 Live

09/10/2026 • 49:55

BBC Sport's Football Issues Correspondent Dale Johnson speaks to Brighton & Hove Albion sporting director Mike Cave about the strategy behind the club's remarkable rise. From data-driven recruitment to profitable player trading, they explore how Brighton have established themselves in the Premier League and evolved into one of English football's smartest success stories.TIMECODES 0’34 - How much Brighton rely on data to sign players 4’00 - At what point does analytics crossover with normal scouting 8’30 - Brighton’s success with loan-to-buys 11’00 - How important is the manager to the whole process? 15’43 - How important are big player sales to Brighton? 17'17 - How far in advance to they plan for players leaving? 19’29 - Brighton now compared to 15 years ago 20'08 - Working within financial rules

08/10/2026 • 24:38

John Bennett is joined by BBC Radio Solent's Adam Blackmore and former Reading and Watford winger Jobi McAnuff to react to the Spygate verdict. An FA regulatory commission has handed Southampton boss Tonda Eckert a suspended 6-week ban for his involvement in the Spygate scandal. What reasons were given for this verdict? And is it a fair outcome? With Middlesbrough the club to uncover the spying ahead of their Championship play-off semi-final, fan and editor of Fly Me To The Moon fanzine, Robert Nichols, offers what this decision is like from a Boro perspective. TIMECODES: 0'45 How did we get to this point?  2'05 Why is the ban suspended? 4'17 Jobi McAnuff's thoughts 9'12 Has the length of time taken to get this verdict benefitted Eckert?  11'51 What do Southampton fans think of the decision?  15'00 Middlesbrough fan Robert Nichols 18'05 How much damage has this done to Southampton's reputation?

07/10/2026 • 19:59

Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by 2026 World Cup final referee Slavko Vincic and journalist William Ralston, author of the Impossible Job about challenges faced by modern-day referees. Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Charlie Adam also join the conversation as they discuss what it's like to take charge of the biggest game in football. Slavko shares what it’s like to operate under so much pressure, plus the highs and lows of his career. But will he discuss who is the biggest diver he had to deal with? TIMECODES:01:10 William Ralston 05:50 Slavko Vincic on the impossible job 12:00 Active decision making 20:00 VAR

07/10/2026 • 28:35

Kelly Somers is alongside John Murray, Ian Dennis, Matt Upson and Paul Robinson as England comfortably beat Czechia 3-0 at Wembley. Harry Kane celebrated his record-equalling 125th England cap with two goals making it 91 goals for England on the night he drew level with Peter Shilton. How has this camp effected competition for places and should Harry Kane win the Ballon d’Or? Hear from manager Thomas Tuchel, Eberechi Eze and captain Harry Kane.Elsewhere Ronaldo has released a lengthy statement saying he is not retiring, Portuguese football expert Tom Kundert drops by to explain more about what this means for Ronaldo’s future. TIMECODES:01:10 Full time reaction 04:30 Harry Kane goals 09:40 Consistency 17:50 Ballon d’Or 18:50 Eze 24:30 Tuchel 29:10 Harry Kane with John 39:00 Ronaldo is NOT retiring

06/10/2026 • 45:49

Alistair Bruce-Ball is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Charlie Adam. The panel reflect on England’s performance against Croatia and look ahead to England’s game against Czechia at Wembley with John Murray. The team debate the benefits of playing abroad and also the controversy around Alex Scott’s withdrawal due to injury. Plus Robbie Savage drops by to talk about becoming manager of League One side Peterborough. TIMECODES:03:10 England’s win 08:30 John Murray & Tuchel 15:40 Players going abroad 26:50 Alex Scott 33:50 Scotland 44:10 Robbie Savage

05/10/2026 • 58:44

John Murray, Matt Upson, Alex Howell and Sami Mokbel bring reaction in Croatia to England's 7-0 Nations League win. Hear from Harry Kane, Morgan Rogers and manager Thomas Tuchel after humbling Slaven Bilic's Croatia in Rijeka. 04:32 - Harry Kane interview 10:10 - Morgan Rogers interview 15:41 - Thomas Tuchel interview

03/10/2026 • 19:33

John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball are joined by Conor McNamara to chat commentator life. Hear from Jordan Pickford & Thomas Tuchel. Catch archive commentary of Conor doing an England game as well as the guys favourite goals they’ve commentated on. And who will take the point in an England-themed Clash of the Commentators? Glossary suggestions and messages welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk02:00 John is in Croatia! 04:55 Thomas Tuchel sunning himself! 09:20 Jordan Pickford on not being picked… 14:00 Hear Conor’s 2008 England comms! 17:25 Ali on WSL commentary… 19:40 Best goals commentated on? 25:50 Commentating as 11-year-olds… 34:20 What punishment should Man City get? 40:00 Clash of the Commentators, 48:30 Great Glossary of Football Commentary.5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Sat 1700 Croatia v ENGLAND, Sun 1400 Spurs v London City Lionesses in WSL, Sun 1630 Man City v Arsenal in WSL, Tue 1945 ENGLAND v Czech Republic.Great Glossary of Football Commentary: DIVISION ONE 50p head Agricultural challenge, Back of the net, Back to square one, Backside and elbows, The Beautiful Game, Booked, Bosman, Bullet header, Buying a penalty, Caretaker manager, Channel of joy, Checked and cleared, Coupon buster, Cruyff Turn, Cultured/educated left foot, Dead-ball specialist, Draught excluder, Elastico/flip-flap, False nine, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Gone to ground, Grub hunter, Head like a biscuit tin, Head like a sheriff’s badge, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, In behind, Lollipop, Magic of the FA Cup, The Maradona, Need one to get in off their backside, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Parachute payment, Park the bus, Perfect hat-trick, Postage stamp, Put his cap on it, Rabona, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Stick it in the mixer, Sweeper keeper, Taking it to the corner flag, Target man, Tiki-taka, Towering header, Trivela, UEFA penalty, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep, You could have two goalkeepers in there and they still wouldn’t have saved it.

02/10/2026 • 56:37

In a very special interview, Sir Alex Ferguson speaks with Nina Warhurst for BBC Breakfast. They talk about his upbringing in Glasgow and making his debut for St Johnstone, the class of '92 and his recovery from a brain haemorrhage in 2018. 1’48 - The impact of his brain haemorrhage & return to Old Trafford in 2018 4’00 - His first cup final aged 13 & upbringing in Glasgow 5’50 - Making his debut for St Johnstone & nearly emigrating to Canada 7’22 - Placing trust in the class of ’92 11’50 - Being presented with his Scotland cap in 2021

02/10/2026 • 13:07

In this week’s edition of The Football Interview, Kelly Somers speaks to Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere. They speak about his earlier years at Arsenal and what made him want to start coaching. Plus his relationship with Mikel Arteta and how Jack's own children are on their footballing journey. Timecodes:02:45 Early years at Arsenal 05:50 Highlights 08:40 Start of coaching career 12:00 Relationship with Mikel Arteta 14:30 Jack's kids on their own football path

01/10/2026 • 21:23

Kelly Somers is joined by football finance expert Kieran Maguire and BBC Football Issues Correspondent Dale Johnson as they answer listener questions following the news that the Premier League confirmed Manchester City were found guilty of all charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules between 2009-10 and 2017-18.TIMECODES: 3’05 - Could Man City have to repay any prize money? 6’50 - Could HMRC investigate City for fraud or illegality? 7’53 - How would a points deduction work? 9’30 - Is it as simple as just relegating them to League Two? 10’05 - Could Man City Women’s be affected? 10’35 - How long would they be given to comply with EFL financial rules? 11’58 - If relegated to the Championship, could they loan players out for a season? 13’29 - Could there be a resolution before the end of this season? 14’45 - How could Man City overturn the charges? 17’10 - If City were fined, where would the money go? 17’56 - How many clubs will seek compensation? 19’30 - What is the most likely punishment?

30/09/2026 • 21:52

Kelly Somers is joined by former England internationals Paul Robinson and Stephen Warnock to react to England’s Nations League win over the Czech Republic, where Anthony Gordon got the opener with Harry Kane getting the second. The guys dissect England’s performance – and discuss how important it was to keep a clean sheet. Anthony Gordon was hailed the player of the match by Paul Robinson and they look at where improvements could be made in the team. The chat also turns to Trent Alexander-Arnold who made his first start for his country in two years. They hear from Alex Scott, who made his debut for England as well as captain Harry Kane too. Even Thomas Tuchel pops up on the pod for a chat with John Murray! On Saturday England take on Croatia away in the Nations League, commentary on 5 live from 5pm.Timecodes: 10:00 – Anthony Gordon focus. 14:10 – Alex Scott interview. 19:00 – Harry Kane interview. 25:45 – Thomas Tuchel interview.

29/09/2026 • 30:30

Kelly Somers gets the latest on the huge breaking news story, that the Premier League confirmed that Manchester City have been found guilty of all charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules between 2009-10 and 2017-18. Kelly breaks down a really damning statement from the Premier League and with her to do that is the BBC’s football issues correspondent Dale Johnson, football finance expert Kieran Maguire from the Price of Football podcast, as well as football correspondent John Murray and former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson.They also hear from former Manchester City chairman David Bernstein – who said the Premier League statement was “damning beyond belief” and also get a fans perspective. Manchester City also released their own statement today saying the club are “both disappointed and surprised by the opinion of the Premier League Commission” - they have until Friday to appeal.

29/09/2026 • 34:55

Mark Chapman, Pat Nevin, Joe Hart and Andros Townsend look at the ongoing fallout from Manchester City being found guilty of the majority of Premier League charges against them. Italian football writer James Horncastle discusses the long-term impact the Calciopoli scandal had on the Italian game.We also hear from Thomas Tuchel as England look to bounce back from Saturday’s defeat against Spain. Pat gives us his view on Sebastien Pocognoli’s opening match as Scotland boss.And the panel look at Lionel Messi’s upcoming international retirement with his final game coming next week as Argentina face Benin.TIMECODES 01:00 – Andros being run over by a pitch roller07:00 Joe Hart’s view on the Man City Premier League charges verdict16:30 James Horncastle on the lasting impact the Calciopoli scandal had on Italian football28:30 Thomas Tuchel on England’s Nations League game with Czech Rpeublic41:00 Scotland’s fresh start49:30 The end of Lionel Messi’ international career

28/09/2026 • 54:56

In a special episode of The Football Interview, Julien Laurens speaks to PSG winger and Ballon d'Or contender Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The talk about his upbringing, the impact of his father and moving to Napoli and PSG. Plus, what would it mean to win the Ballon d'Or?You can also watch Julien Laurens' interview with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and his PSG teammate Ousmane Dembélé on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Football YouTube channel. TIMECODES 0’40 - His upbringing and first club 2’00 - The impact of his Father 3’20 - Has he always been a winger? 4’00 - Moving to Napoli & PSG 5’05 - What Luis Enrique has done for his career 5’38 - Becoming a Ballon D’or contender

27/09/2026 • 07:57

Aaron Paul is joined by Ian Dennis, Matt Upson, Paul Robinson and John Murray as World Champions Spain came from behind to beat England 3-2 at Wembley in the Nations League. Defensive errors cost England and an opportunity missed after Harry Kane hit the crossbar after Jude Bellingham won a penalty after being brought down in the box. Hear reaction from head coach Thomas Tuchel who says there were too many big individual mistakes and one of the goalscorers Anthony Gordon.TIMECODES:02:10 On the whistle reaction 06:30 The bench  09:40 Thomas Tuchel  12:50 Mentality  17:50 Anthony Gordon 21:30 Jarell Quansah

26/09/2026 • 26:41

Mark Chapman presents reaction to the news Manchester City have been found guilty of almost all of the 115 charges of breaching the Premier League's financial rules. He's joined by journalists Dale Johnson, Rory Smith, David Ornstein & Sam Lee to look at the significance of the news, what comes next and the possible fallout on other Premier League clubs and beyond. Football finance expert Stefan Borson also offers a unique insight into how we got here, and what may come next.Fans of Manchester City give their reaction, while we hear from supporters of Liverpool and Manchester United on what opposition clubs think of the news.  And BBC business correspondent Sean Farrington talks through the repercussions of decision on the club and the Premier League. Timecodes: 0:33 What's happened today, and will Manchester City be shocked? 13:18 David Ornstein on breaking the news 34:00 Sam Lee joins to discuss the impact on City themselves 45:45 City fans share their perspective 57:41 How has football gotten into this mess? And could this be a victory for traditionally 'big' clubs? 01:07:04 Liverpool & Man United fans on how they've been impacted 01:19:50 Sean Farrington on the repercussions for the Premier League & its brand

25/09/2026 • 84:19

John Murray and Ian Dennis are at the Tottenham Hotspur Training Ground ahead of England's opening Nations League tie against Spain on Saturday night. They discuss whether Trent Alexander-Arnold might start on Saturday night, then John catches up with England head coach, Thomas Tuchel, who looks ahead to the match against Spain, and discusses his squad selection. Then, Ian speaks to England captain Harry Kane, who looks ahead to the upcoming Ballon d'Or ceremony, and reflects on learnings from this summer's World Cup.Timecodes: 06:00 Thomas Tuchel Interview 14:00 Harry Kane Interview

25/09/2026 • 25:26

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball have their weekly commentator catch-up. Ali gets richly rewarded at Bournemouth, Ian gets recognised as a famous footballer and John goes walkabout in Nottingham. Hear from Anthony Gordon ahead of England vs Spain in the UEFA Nations League. And who will surge ahead in Clash of the Commentators? Messages and voicenotes welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk02:30 Meeting the England players, 05:10 Herr Chapman gets tipped off! 10:25 Does Ali get his cake and eat it? 12:50 John Southall goes Basil Fawlty, 18:10 5 Live commentaries this weekend, 19:20 Anthony Gordon ‘surprised’ to be subbed, 30:35 Awkward interviews… 36:00 Clash of the Commentators, 42:10 Unintended pub name of the week, 46:40 Great Glossary of Football Commentary.5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Thu 1945 Portugal v WALES, Sat 1945 ENGLAND v Spain, Sun 1630 Chelsea v Arsenal in WSL, Tue 1945 Czech Republic v ENGLAND, Thu 1945 WALES v Norway.Great Glossary of Football Commentary: DIVISION ONE 50p head Agricultural challenge, Back of the net, Back to square one, Backside and elbows, The Beautiful Game, Booked, Bosman, Bullet header, Caretaker manager, Channel of joy, Checked and cleared, Coupon buster, Cruyff Turn, Cultured/educated left foot, Dead-ball specialist, Draught excluder, Elastico/flip-flap, False nine, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Grub hunter, Head like a biscuit tin, Head like a sheriff’s badge, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, In behind, Lollipop, Magic of the FA Cup, The Maradona, Need one to get in off their backside, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Parachute payment, Park the bus, Perfect hat-trick, Postage stamp, Put his cap on it, Rabona, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Stick it in the mixer, Sweeper keeper, Taking it to the corner flag, Target man, Tiki-taka, Towering header, Trivela, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep, You could have two goalkeepers in there and they still wouldn’t have saved it.

24/09/2026 • 58:09

Mark Chapman is joined by Guillem Balague and Rafa Benitez to tell the story of how Spain found the formula to keep reproducing success. The panel examines how Spain established that framework, the special relationship with the Barcelona academy and the Basque influence. Jordi Gratacos, International Director of Academies between 2009-11 and 2016-20 drops by to talk the footballing success of the Barcelona way. Plus former Chelsea captain and Spain international Cesar Azpilicueta talks identity of the Spanish national team.TIMECODES:02:10 Origins with Guillem 10:00 Student of football 15:40 Jordi Gratacos on Barca 28:50 Basque influence & tree trunk throwing! 38:50 Cesar Azpilicueta 45:10 Spain style 49:40 Divisions amongst some fans?

23/09/2026 • 51:28

Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Nedum Onuoha and Rory Smith. The panel compare Brighton and Brentford, both 3-0 victors over Arsenal and Chelsea respectively and the two models, as it stands which one is best placed to deliver? But what is stopping both clubs reaching the next level? Nedum opens up about disagreeing with managers during his playing career and navigating those relationships. One during his time at QPR with Harry Redknapp and a set piece argument with Roberto Mancini at City! French football journalist and commentator Matt Spiro drops by as the Zidane era begins. Plus where will JJ Gabriel end up and what happened to Chris as a youngster when he did some cat sitting!TIMECODES:02:10 Brentford & Brighton  15:00 How far can they go?  25:40 Managers after defeat  28:50 Nedum on Redknapp at QPR  35:50 Set piece controversy with Mancini 40:10 Zidane era  46:00 JJ Gabriel future 53:10 Chris's cat sitting incident

21/09/2026 • 54:51

Rick Edwards is joined by former Premier League striker Clinton Morrison and The Telegraph’s Northern Football writer Luke Edwards to sum up the weekend's football. They dissect what was another disappointing game for Manchester United as they narrowly avoided three losses on the bounce at Craven Cottage. Arsenal were blown away by Brighton at the Amex - how will this affect the title race with Manchester City going three points clear at the top? They chat Spurs as they remain winless after falling short at home to Aston Villa. Plus, Coventry City get their first Premier League win in 25 years. TIMECODES 1’20 - Reflections on Man United’s draw at Fulham 6’00 - Why does Rashford lack end product? 11’24 - What makes Brighton SO good? 18’11 - How Brighton result leaves the title race 22’30 - End-to-end at the Etihad 30’50 - Spurs remain winless and can Villa now kick start their season? 37’00 - Coventry’s first Premier League win in 25 years 40’40 - Should Sunderland have had a penalty?

20/09/2026 • 44:07

In this week’s edition of The Football Interview, Kelly Somers speaks to Liverpool striker Alexander Isak.They speak about what Andoni Iraola brings to Liverpool, what he needs to score goals and what is deemed as success this season. They look back at his journey into football and what it was like playing for Graham Potter at the World Cup for Sweden.TIMECODES: 0’20 - What Iraola brings to Liverpool and what he asks of him 2’00 - What he needs to score goals and relationship with Cody Gakpo 2’58 - His experience getting into football 3’40 - His aspirations of playing the Premier League & La Liga 4’37 - The World Cup and working with Graham Potter 5’58 - What success looks like for Liverpool this season

19/09/2026 • 08:02

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball catch up on life as football commentators. Hear from Thomas Tuchel after his England squad announcement, Ali’s raffle secret is revealed, and Ian’s ankles get exposed! Will Ian finally win a Clash of the Commentators? And which terms will be added to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? Messages and voicenotes welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk01:00 Will John say Gerónimo Rulli? 05:30 Ali mesmerised by Merino, 08:00 Secrets from the golf raffle… 12:30 Dennis White Sox, 14:25 Thomas Tuchel talks to John, 23:30 The Nations League awaits! 27:15 5 Live commentaries this weekend, 27:50 What’s on the menu at Forest? 30:20 Man Utd misery returns, 36:00 Can we shake hands on the handshake debate? 43:40 Clash of the Commentators, 49:50 Great Glossary of Football Commentary.5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Sat 1500 Brighton & Hove v Arsenal, Sat 1500 Newcastle v Hull City on Sports Extra 2, Sat 1730 Nottingham Forest v Coventry, Sun 1400 Bournemouth v Liverpool, Sun 1400 Man City v Sunderland on Sports Extra Sun 1400 Leeds v Crystal Palace on Sports Extra 2 Sun 1630 Fulham v Man Utd.Great Glossary of Football Commentary: DIVISION ONE 50p head Agricultural challenge, Back of the net, Back to square one, Backside and elbows, The Beautiful Game, Booked, Bosman, Bullet header, Caretaker manager, Channel of joy, Coupon buster, Cruyff Turn, Cultured/educated left foot, Dead-ball specialist, Draught excluder, Elastico/flip-flap, False nine, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Grub hunter, Head like a biscuit tin, Head like a sheriff’s badge, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, In behind, Lollipop, Magic of the FA Cup, The Maradona, Need one to get in off their backside, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Parachute payment, Park the bus, Perfect hat-trick, Postage stamp, Put his cap on it, Rabona, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Stick it in the mixer, Sweeper keeper, Taking it to the corner flag, Taking the match ball home, Target man, Tiki-taka, Towering header, Trivela, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep, You could have two goalkeepers in there and they still wouldn’t have saved it.

18/09/2026 • 56:12

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff, Clinton Morrison and John Murray react to Manchester United throwing a 2-0 lead away against Brighton to lose 3-2. It means Michael Carrick has just two wins from six games in all competitions so far this season. We hear the thoughts of the United boss who appears live on the podcast.Elsewhere Sunderland marked a historic return to Europe with a 1-0 win over Eredivisie side AZ Alkmaar in the UEFA Europa League. Sunderland legend Marco Gabbiadini joins the podcast to discuss what was a monumental moment for both the club and its supporters.Fleetwood Town provided the shock of the third round in the EFL Cup beating Championship side Sheffield United 1-0. We hear from an angry Blades boss Chris Wilder. As for Fleetwood, the League Two sides win means they'll face Arsenal at home in the fourth round of the competition.00:00 Manchester United knocked out by Brighton 05:20 Have United lost the fear factor again? 09:10 Brighton captain Pascal Groß 11:10 Brighton’s resilience 13:40 Sunderland’s historic return to Europe 14:40 Sunderland legend Marco Gabbiadini 18:03 Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris 19:00 Sunderland on the up 20:47 Sheffield United stunned by Fleetwood Town 23:00 Fleetwood Town boss Matt Lawlor 23:30 Fleetwood will play Arsenal 24:10 Michael Carrick live on the podcast 27:20 Reaction to Michael Carrick’s thoughts 29:03 EFL Cup Round 4 draw

16/09/2026 • 30:13

Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Shay Given and Rory Smith. BBC Sport’s Football Issues Correspondent Dale Johnson joins the team to chat VAR after the controversial decision to allow Erling Haaland’s winning goal for City in the Manchester derby. Away from VAR, why do United struggle to play against 10 men?  Plus former Rangers midfielder Scott Arfield talks the Old Firm. Is this a turning point for Derek McInnes with a dominant win over Celtic to make it through to the Scottish league cup semi-finals. TIMECODES:01:00 Manchester derby & VAR debate  03:00 Dale Johnson 13:40 Does anyone know the rules? 18:50 What is going on with United? 24:50 Signings  28:10 Maresca  32:00 Old Firm with Scott Arfield 40:00 Celtic midfield

14/09/2026 • 52:03