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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

Ben Haines is joined by Luke Edwards and Don Hutchison to break down Crystal Palace's shock Community Shield win over Liverpool. The team discuss what the result means for Oliver Glasner's side ahead of the new Premier League season, the mood around Palace's UEFA appeal, and how Liverpool's summer signings Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike are bedding in. They also explore the latest twist in Liverpool's pursuit of Newcastle's Alexander Isak.

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

Maz Farookhi presents a preview of the Community Shield & assesses Liverpool's summer. Don Hutchinson, Glenn Murray & Miguel Delaney join Maz ahead of the Premier League season.The team discuss Newcastle's ongoing transfer woes, Manchester United's business thus far, including their interest in Brighton's Carlos Baleba, and the lack of activity at Crystal Palace.Timecodes: 01:30 Best & worst transfer windows 05:00 Liverpool's shrewd business 06:50 Newcastle's transfer woes 18:45 Who could challenge Liverpool for the title? 24:10 Oliver Glasner pre-Community Shield 25:00 Crystal Palace's lack of activity 34:45 Man Utd's interest in Carlos BalebaUpcoming 5 Live Commentaries: Sun 1500 Crystal Palace v Liverpool for the Community Shield, Wed 2000 PSG v Tottenham for the UEFA Super Cup.

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff, Tommy Smith and Alex Bruce preview the 2025/26 Championship season, which kicks off this weekend. Are Ipswich Town the best positioned, newly relegated, side to be promoted straight back up? What are Leicester City and Southampton's main concerns? Charlton Athletic manager, Nathan Jones, joins the pod after his side won promotion to the second tier via the League One play-offs. He shares how he thinks his side are progressing. Wrexham have made statement signings this summer, can they go for an unprecedented fourth successive promotion? And what about similarly ambitious recruiters, Birmingham City? BBC Radio Sheffield's Rob Staton brings us up to date with the financial and ownership situation at Sheffield Wednesday. What hope is there for their fans? And for the other half of the city; what next for Sheffield United after their failed play off campaign?Elsewhere in the league, who are the other contenders for having an impressive season? Plus, the panel make their second picks in the 72+ Ultimate All-time EFL XI.TIMECODES: 3:21 The chances of the teams newly relegated from the Premier League 15:39 Charlton Athletic manager Nathan Jones 21:12 Can Wrexham keep dreaming? 25:21 Are Birmingham City carrying enough momentum to stay up? 26:45 Birmingham City manager, Chris Davies, audio 30:04 What's the latest from Sheffield Wednesday? 39:10 What next for Sheffield United? 40:54 Who are the other contenders for a strong season? 44:06 Ultimate All-time EFL XI

Kelly Somers talks Benjamin Šeško, Alexander Isak and Darwin Núñez. She's joined by senior correspondent Sami Mokbel & The Athletic's Adam Crafton. Chief football news reporter Simon Stone and The Telegraph's Luke Edwards drop in to discuss Benjamin Šeško and Alexander Isak.01:50 Benjamin Šeško to Man Utd? 08:55 What does this mean for Rasmus Højlund? 12:20 Why is it not working for Newcastle? 18:50 What are Newcastle's other options? 22:10 What about Jean Philippe Mateta? 25:00 Darwin Núñez appears to be leaving Liverpool 28:25 Everton sign Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall 33:35 Everton bidding for Southampton's Tyler Dibling 37:10 Could Everton bring in Jack Grealish on loan?5 Live commentaries: Sun 1500 Crystal Palace v Liverpool for the Community Shield, Wed 2000 PSG v Tottenham for the UEFA Super Cup.

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.

Kelly Cates is joined by Pat Nevin, Stephen Warnock and The i's Daniel Storey on the latest episode of the Monday Night Club. The team discuss Spurs' ambitions going into the new season under Thomas Frank, before Iain Mitchell from the ‘This Is Ibrox' podcast joins the panel to reflect on Russell Martin's early outburst at Rangers. Finally, we hear about Brighton's unusual pre-season preparations, and how much have Manchester United improved after their positive pre-season run?Timecodes: 01:51 Spurs & Daniel Levy's ambitions for Thomas Frank 21:13 Was Russell Martin right to call out ‘egos' at Rangers? 38:00 Brighton's unusual pre-season preparations 44:17 Can Manchester United maintain their pre-season form?

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 storyBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sun 3 Aug 1630 Celtic v St Mirren in the Scottish Premiership, 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, 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.

Aaron Paul is joined by the Telegraph's Luke Edwards and Mark Ogden from ESPN to dissect the Alexander Isak transfer saga. Will he be a Liverpool player by the close of the window?Newcastle United insist Isak is not for sale and Luke Edwards believes losing him would start a worrying trend for the club.Benjamin Sesko's destination seems to have a big bearing on that, but Mark Ogden says the RB Leipzig striker favours a move to Old Trafford.Meanwhile, with Tom Brady speaking out against Wayne Rooney's management of Birmingham City in a new Amazon Prime documentary, does this signal the end of Rooney's career as a manager?3'30: The latest on Alexander Isak's future 6'56: Newcastle have been prepared for this transfer saga 10'00: ‘Some managers can lie, Eddie Howe can't' 12'50: Have Newcastle's transfer dealings been a disaster? 16'07: ‘The striker market is now just people's cast-offs' 17;20: Why Newcastle losing Isak will start a trend 17'50: ‘Liverpool are like a fisherman waiting for a bite' 22'00: Why are Manchester United after Benjamin Sesko? 25'35: Other areas Ruben Amorim needs to strengthen 27'00: Donnarumma to Old Trafford? 32'06: Wayne Rooney v Tom Brady

Aaron Paul is joined by EFL striker Lyle Taylor and AFC Wimbledon's Sam Hutchinson to preview the upcoming League 1 and 2 seasons that get under way this weekend. In League 1 they talk about the 'mindblowing' size of the clubs currently in the division and discuss how big an impact Lee Grant will have in charge at Huddersfield Town.They are also joined by Oldham Athletic chairman Frank Rothwell as they begin life back in League 2, whilst Walsall are looking to bounce back from their disappointing end to last season.Plus, Sam also gives an update on his health following his heart attack on the pitch at the end of last season. And the guys make their first pick in the 72+ Ultimate All-time EFL XI.2'37: Sam Hutchinson talks about his heart attack 6'09: The 'mindblowing' size of clubs in League 1 10'01: Can Luton Town rejuvenate? 11'16: 'Pep has ruined football' 13'29: Huddersfield Town and Lee Grant: Ones to watch? 16'08: Schumacher to do the business at Bolton? 17'07: Wycombe go big in the transfer market 19'21: A rude awakening for Cardiff City? 23'59: Frank Rothwell, Oldham Athletic chairman 28'54: Are MK Dons expected to go up from League 2? 30'30: The excellent managers in League 2 32'35: How do you solve a problem like Walsall? 36'04: Dan Austin with the latest on Morecambe 40'13: Ultimate all-time EFL XI

Burna Boy and Sarina Wiegman, the duet we never knew we needed! Maz Farookhi, Vicki Sparks and Katie Smith react to the England Euro 2025 parade, where 65 thousand fans joined the triumphant Lionesses in London. Plus, the latest transfer news, George Caulkin, Miguel Delaney, Nizaar Kinsella and Statman Dave discuss Alexander Isak's future, Liverpool's business this summer and Newcastle United's opportunities in the summer transfer window.

Euro 2022 winner Fran Kirby, former England international Izzy Christiansen and former Premier League defender Nedum Onuoha join Steve Crossman to reflect on England's title-defending Euros campaign.How did they do it? What does it mean to be 'proper English?' And what does Sarina Wiegman get so right?The panel discuss the players that made the difference and the team attitude that saw the Lionesses become the first English side to win a major trophy on foreign soil. Nikki Doucet, the CEO of WSL football also joins the pod to talk about how the success of the Lionesses could translate to a surge in popularity for the WSL.    Timecodes: 7'33: How did England win the tournament? 12'25: What would Sarina Wiegman have been like in the England camp? 14'28: What is 'proper English?'  20'06: Sarina Wiegman's success 24'10: Fran Kirby on being told she isn't going to the Euros 27'51: What makes Leah Williamson a leader? 42'45: Nikki Doucet interview 51'32: Chloe Kelly's role 55'44: Hannah Hampton stepped up

Katie Smith has reaction to England winning UEFA Women's Euro 2025. Also hear from Karen Bardsley, Jen Beattie, Toni Duggan and Vicki Sparks. And catch interviews with Chloe Kelly, Hannah Hampton, Sarina Wiegman and Jess Carter.00:35 Chloe Kelly's winning spot-kick 07:20 How do we judge Spain's tournament? 09:15 Chloe Kelly INTERVIEW 11:40 FA planning to host celebration on Tuesday 13:15 Hannah Hampton INTERVIEW 14:50 Agyemang named Young Player of the Tournament 18:00 Spain collect runners-up medals 20:15 England head onto the platform 27:15 Toni Duggan joins the pod 32:40 Sarina Wiegman INTERVIEW 34:35 Jess Carter INTERVIEW

The Lionesses have been on a rollercoaster journey at Euro 2025, and spare a thought for their loved ones out in Switzerland, who have celebrated every goal, kicked every ball, and watched every penalty from behind the dugout.Ben Haines speaks to JP Stanway, Jorge and Diane Bronze, Giorgio Russo, Karen Bardsley, and Jill Scott to find out what it's like to be the team behind the team. They discuss the realities of travelling abroad to support a family member, the support provided by the FA, how much has changed over the last decade, and the vital role they play during a tournament.

Steve Crossman is joined by Vicki Sparks, Karen Bardsley and Jen Beattie live from Basel to preview the Euro 2025 final between England and Spain.Leah Williamson explains why this run feels like England's hardest yet, while Sarina Wiegman tells Vicki how the Lionesses plan to take the game to Spain.The team discuss Hannah Hampton's rise, how England can handle Aitana Bonmatí, and whether Sarina Wiegman will make any bold calls on the biggest stage of all.01:39 – Reflecting on England's rollercoaster run to the final 08:36 – Leah Williamson speaks to Jen Beattie 17:11 – Sarina Wiegman on England's mindset and approach 24:39 – Could Agyemang or Kelly start the final? 29:14 – The impact of Hannah Hampton in goal 31:07 – How do England stop Aitana Bonmatí?

With the Euro 2025 final fast approaching, Katie Smith is joined by Maisie Adam and Rachel Brown-Finnis to look ahead to England v Spain.Maisie reflects on her Swiss adventure and completes her Lionesses name challenge, while Katie speaks to Beth Mead and England super fans about the team's chances of retaining their title.01:58 – Rachel and Maisie on their favourite bits of Switzerland 06:28 – England super fans share their tournament stories 19:37 – Katie chats to Beth Mead ahead of the final 22:59 – Reflections on the growth of women's football 31:04 – Where England can exploit Spain's weaknesses

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Nedum Onuoha join Ben Haines to look ahead to the final of Euro 2025 as England take on Spain in Basel - can the Lionesses retain their title and avenge their World Cup Final defeat from two years ago? Also hear from England's Beth Mead, Keira Walsh and Ella Toone as well as manager Sarina Wiegman.01:28 - England's journey to the final 13:22 - Beth Mead interview 20:16 - The Spanish perspective with ex-international Vicki Losada 30:52 - Who should start for England? 44:44 - Sarina Wiegman focus with Dutch football journalist, Rivkah Op Hetveld 54:58 - The panel give their predictionsBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Sun 1700 Euro 2025 Final - England v Spain

Maisie Adam is in Zurich after another dramatic semi-final as world champions Spain edge past Germany in extra-time! Maisie is with a mixture of fans: Tom, born in Spain, raised in Switzerland by his English dad and Spanish mum Nandi! Lauren, from New Zealand but supporting England and travelling around Switzerland with German friend Leni. Lauren and Maisie chat England and the impact of Michelle Agyemang, while Leni tells us why everyone loves Ann-Katrin Berger so much. Plus Tom and Nandi talk Spain and what they think will happen in the final! Plus Maisie ticks off a couple more Lionesses names in her challenge!Timecodes:01:20 Spain make it to the final! 05:20 Lauren on who she wanted in the final 08:50 Ann-Katrin Berger 11:30 Michelle Agyemang shining 14:30 Predictions!

Jen Beattie, Steph Houghton and Eilidh Barbour join Katie Smith as Spain book their place the Euros final. A re-match of the 2023 World Cup final awaits but what can we expect from Sunday's game? The team react to a well-matched game between reigning World Champions Spain and eight-time Euros winners Germany. Aitana Bonmati proved the difference, scoring in the 113th minute for Spain but why couldn't they break Germany's defence down sooner? And how well have Germany done in this tournament, given they lost their captain Giulia Gwinn in the opening fixture?Looking ahead to the final, how do England find a way to beat Spain? Do Sarina Wiegman's side head into it the under-dogs? Timecodes: 0'52: Germany's defensive performance 1'56: Bonmati the difference maker 4'34: A galvanised Spanish team 7'19: Germany's tournament 12'20: Looking ahead to the final 14'04: How can England counter Spain? 18'06 Sarina Wiegman's substitutions in the final 20'00: Are England under-dogs in the final?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Sun 1700 Euro 2025 Final.

Karen Bardsley, Ellen White, Nedum Onuoha and Vicki Sparks join Katie Smith as England beat Italy to qualify for the Euros final. Reaction as super-subs Michelle Agyemang and Chloe Kelly come to the rescue again as it looked like England were being sent home by Italy until Agyemang's 96th minute equaliser. How much of a breakthrough is Agyemang having at these Championships? Hear from the England manager, Sarina Wiegman, captain Leah Williamson and midfielder Ella Toone as the Lionesses reach a third major international final in a row. How do they keep managing to find a way to win? Should England have been awarded the penalty? And are they up for the challenge of beating Germany or Spain in the final? Timecodes: 1'56: Reflections on Michelle Agyemang's influence 5'12: Chloe Kelly's performance 9'01: Were England complacent? 10'58: Ella Toone interview 15'13: Leah Williamson interview 20'51: Sarina Wiegman interview 24'00 Wiegman's influence and mentality BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 2000 SF2 Germany v Spain, Sun 1700 Euro 2025 Final.

Steve Crossman, Nedum Onuoha, Izzy Christiansen and Steph Houghton talk all-things Euro 2025, & we hear the latest transfer news.The team preview England's semi-final against Italy and reflect on how they got there; was it resolve or luck against Sweden? Who really is England's ‘wildcard' Michelle Agyemang, and how did Lucy Bronze drag the Lionesses to victory?Plus, we hear from England boss Sarina Wiegman on Leah Williamson's fitness, as well as Georgia Stanway on the squad coming together following the racist abuse that Jess Carter has suffered this summer.And finally, the MNC team react to Bryan Mbeumo joining Manchester United, and discuss Newcastle's nightmare transfer window so far.Timecodes: 04:13 No-nonsense Lucy Bronze 16:41 Georgia Stanway on Jess Carter & racism 24:28 Sarina Wiegman on Williamson's fitness 26:00 Do England have a defensive problem? 37:13 Michelle Agyemang interview 45:04 Mbeumo joins Manchester United 48:00 Newcastle's nightmare windowBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 2000 SF1 England v Italy, Wed 2000 SF2 Germany v Spain, Sun 1700 Euro 2025 Final.

Ben Haines, England women's record goal scorer Ellen White and The Guardian's Tom Garry react to Jess Carter revealing she has received racist abuse throughout the tournament. The Lionesses have said they will stop taking the knee before matches as football needs to find another way to tackle racism. Jess Carter has also said she will be stepping back from social media. Katie Smith has been speaking with Alex Greenwood about how Jess is and conversations within the team about the abuse. On the pitch Ellen and Tom give their insight into some dramatic football in the quarter-finals, how England will go into their semi-final against Italy and what is going on with penalties at this tournament! Timecodes: 02:32 Statements on Jess Carter racist abuse 12:00 Alex Greenwood with Katie Smith 22:10 Ellen on Sweden game 31:10 Italian threat 36:15 Ann-Katrin Berger 42:11 Penalties!

Katie Smith has reaction to Germany's win over France at UEFA Women's EURO 2025. She's with Karen Bardsley, Vicki Sparks and Julien Laurens. Also hear from England's Beth Mead and Khiara Keating.09:30 Julien Laurens joins the pod 17:45 Beth Mead INTERVIEW 27:15 Khiara Keating INTERVIEWBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Tue 2000 England v Italy, Wed 2000 Germany v Spain.

Maisie Adam is back in Zurich with England fans recovering from the drama of the quarter-final against Sweden. Jess, Quinn and Rosa relive what it felt like watching the Lionesses nearly exit the tournament after going two nil down to Sweden, before equalising late on and sending it to extra time and then penalties. They also chat the Swedish goalkeeper taking a penalty, Lucy Bronze being her own physio and heroics from Hannah Hampton. Maisie also ticks off another name in her Lionesses challenge!Timecodes: 01:00 Riverside in Zurich 03:07 Heckled by ABBA 05:00 Keeper on keeper 08:10 Lucy Bronze penalty 12:00 Mexican wave debate

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 Vicki Sparks, former England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley, and former England captain Steph Houghton to reflect on the Lionesses' dramatic victory over Sweden in the Women's Euros. Hear all the reaction straight from the moment England win on penalties to progress to the semi-finals. The team discuss England's awful first half, the super subs who changed the game, and THAT penalty shootout. England manager Sarina Wiegman, Chloe Kelly, goalscorer Michelle Agyemang and shootout hero Hannah Hampton all join the pod to react to reaching the semi-finals!Timecodes: 00:14 On-the-whistle reaction 04:05 A 'proper English' victory? 12:36 Hannah Hampton interview 16:10 Michelle Agyemang interview 22:29 Sarina Wiegman interview 27:08 Chloe Kelly interviewBBC Sounds/5 Live commentaries this week: Fri - 2000 - QF3 - Spain v Switzerland Sat - 2000 - QF4 - France v 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.

Maisie Adam is joined by her Big Kick Energy co-host comedian Suzi Ruffell in St Gallen outside the cathedral, the night after England Wales. It's the ultimate podcast crossover! Suzi and Maisie were in the stands for England against Wales, a first major tournament experience for Suzi. Suzi and Maisie talk a very hot bendy bus journey, the Wales national anthem and chicken nuggets and chips as they watched a ruthless Lionesses make it out of the groups where they will face Sweden next! They also talk where Wales need to go from here to make sure they make it to another major tournament. Timecodes: 01:00 Welcome to St Gallen & Suzi Ruffell 04:50 Wales fans & the game 08:50 Aggie Beever-Jones celebration 13:30 Suzi on her first tournament experience

Mark Chapman is joined by Nedum Onuoha, Nikita Parris and Izzy Christiansen to reflect on England progressing to the Women's Euros quarter-finals.The team give their thoughts on the tournament so far, the state of England ahead of their quarter-final against Sweden, and former international Katie Sherwood joins the pod to discuss Wales' campaign. Having won all three of their group games, are Norway the dark horses of the tournament? Former Norway and Tottenham goalkeeper Erik Thorstvedt weighs in. Conor McNamara commentated on the Club World Cup final, and joins the team to reflect on Chelsea's success in the States. And finally, former Barcelona goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck joins the Monday Night Club to discuss Spain's dominance at the Euros so far.Timecodes: 00:34 Overall opinion on the Euros so far 04:24 Thoughts on England ahead of the QFs 24:54 Reflections on Wales' debut tournament 32:21 Are Norway dark horses? 41:23 Chelsea win the Club World Cup 49:44 Spain's dominance, with Ellie RoebuckBBC 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.

Katie Smith has reaction to England 6-1 Wales at UEFA Women's EURO 2025. She's joined by Karen Bardsley, Danny Gabbidon and Vicki Sparks. Also hear from Sarina Wiegman, Rhian Wilkinson, Beth Mead and Alessia Russo.02:40 Did we overcook the rivalry? 04:00 Could be Jess Fishlock's last game, 05:25 Proper team performance from England? 08:25 Beth Mead INTERVIEW, 11:45 Sarina Wiegman INTERVIEW, 15:25 What did we learn from England? 19:30 Rhian Wilkinson INTERVIEW, 21:15 Wilkinson: “This team isn't fit enough”, 24:40 Alessia Russo INTERVIEW, 27:00 England avoid Spain's half of draw.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.

Katie Smith looks ahead to England vs Wales at UEFA Women's EURO 2025.She's joined by Steph Houghton, Nedum Onuoha, Vicki Sparks and Danny Gabbidon. Also hear from Grace Clinton, Ella Toone, Sarina Wiegman, Angharad James and Hannah Cain.Timecodes 03:05 All to play for for England & Wales 04:35 Excited for Spain-Switzerland QF 09:35 Wiegman gets tactical tweaks right 13:00 Which England is the real England? 17:35 Grace Clinton INTERVIEW 24:50 Shutting out the outside noise 33:25 Ella Toone INTERVIEW 34:35 Wales chat with Danny Gabbidon 39:50 Hannah Cain INTERVIEW 42:35 Will Sarina Wiegman make changes? 43:46 Angharad James INTERVIEW 44:54 Sarina Wiegman INTERVIEW

Ben Haines, Ellen White and Jen Beattie talk Group B as Spain finish top with Italy second and both making it through to the quarter-finals. Ellen and Jen reflect on England so far and what they will come up against when they face Wales on Sunday in St Gallen. The team chat who is standing out as favourites so far, plus the significance of hosts Switzerland making it out of the groups for the first time in their history. Hear from inside both camps, England's Grace Clinton and Wales forward Hannah Cain.Timecodes: 01:00 Ben, Ellen & Jen reunited! 03:10 Group B is decided! 11:00 Ruthless England 19:50 Grace Clinton 25:30 England v Wales emotion 30:25 Hannah Cain 35:00 What it means to players families

Maisie Adam is back talking all things Euros as England and Wales prepare for their last group match against each other! Jill Scott drops by to personally deliver a coffee to Maisie and also reflects on that huge Lioness win against the Netherlands. Super fans Beth, Chelsea and Ash talk all things Wales, what that Jess Fishlock goal meant and the return of Sophie Ingle! Timecodes: 01:00 Supporting Wales & England… 03:30 Jill Scott brings Maisie a flat white! 07:20 Wales legacy & experience 11:50 Visibility

Katie Smith presents reaction as a Lauren James brace helps the Lionesses record their first win of UEFA Women's Euro 2025. She's joined by Vicki Sparks, Nikita Parris and Karen Bardsley as England defeat the Netherlands 4-0 in Zurich. Also hear interviews with Sarina Wiegman, Jess Carter and Ella Toone. Meanwhile, Eilidh Barbour and Danny Gabbidon react after Wales create history by scoring their first ever goal at an international tournament, despite losing 4-1 to France. Plus, we hear from a very proud Rhian Wilkinson.TIMECODES 01:00 England 4-0 Netherlands analysis 14:55 Ella Toone interview 25:40 Sarina Wiegman interview 30:41 France 4-1 Wales analysis 41:37 Rhian Wilkinson interview5 Live/BBC Sounds commentaries this week:Thursday: Switzerland v Finland (8pm) - 5 Live Friday: Spain v Italy (8pm) - 5 Live Saturday: Germany v Sweden (8pm) - 5 Live Sunday: England v Wales (8pm) - 5 Live

Katie Smith presents a preview of England & Wales' crunch games at Euro 2025. Hear from England pair Sarina Wiegman and Alessia Russo, as well as Wales manager Rhian Wilkinson.Ellen White and Steph Houghton join Katie as England prepare for a must-win game against The Netherlands after opening day defeat against France. Lionesses boss Wiegman insists England are up for the fight, while Russo assesses her chemistry with England's variety of attacking options.Also hear from Rivkah op het Veld on how the Dutch could hurt England, and get the latest on Wales ahead of their massive game against France.Timecodes: 01:00 MD-1 06:15 Sarina Wiegman interview 09:35 Lionesses "up for the fight" 13:40 Problem areas 21:30 Alessia Russo interview 25:50 England's attacking options 29:40 A must-win game for England 33:00 Dutch track w/ Rivkah op het Veld 40:10 Wales team bus incident & Rhian Wilkinson 43:45 Wales v France 47:00 Jess Fishlock interview5 Live commentaries coming up this week: Wed 1700 England v Netherlands on 5 Live Wed 2000 France v Wales on 5 Live Thu 2000 Norway v Switzerland on 5 Live

Katie Smith speaks to Hannah Hampton ahead of England's second match of Euro 2025. Hear what she made of her first match in a major tournament, and her outlook on England's future in the competition ahead of Netherlands on Wednesday. Former England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley joins Katie as they assess England's chances of success against Netherlands. Plus, hear from Georgia Stanway on her thoughts about how the camp reacted to Saturday's defeat, and how they're looking ahead to the next match.TIME CODES: 02.55 – Hannah Hampton 18.20 – Georgia Stanway

Ben Haines, England women's record goal scorer Ellen White and The Guardian's Tom Garry dissect where it went wrong for England against France. Ellen shares her insight into how England and Sarina will respond to the defeat and what needs to be different against Netherlands, which has become a must win game. Tom talks selection and who struggled against France but also how the Lionesses have been able to bounce back from defeats in the past. Ellen was at the Wales game in Lucerne as they made their debut at a major tournament and what the atmosphere was like as Viv Miedema scored her 100th goal. The team also reflect on how the tournament has started and how Switzerland have embraced the Euros!Timecodes: 01:00 Welcome to Zurich! 04:20 VAR 15:30 England bouncing back 24:30 Viv Miedema gets her 100th goal! 30:30 What can Wales do now? 36:10 Switzerland as hosts

Katie Smith has reaction to defeats for England and Wales at UEFA Women's EURO 2025. She's joined by Izzy Christiansen, Nedum Onuoha, Julien Laurens and Vicki Sparks as England are beaten by France. Hear interviews with Sarina Wiegman, Alessia Russo and Alex Greenwood. Plus Eilidh Barbour and Danny Gabbidon round up Wales' defeat to Netherlands and hear from Rhian Wilkinson.02:45 Alex Greenwood INTERVIEW, 05:55 Alessia Russo INTERVIEW, 08:00 England underperform in midfield? 11:00 Was it a foul on Russo for France's second goal? 14:45 What positives were there for England? 20:00 Hannah Hampton a highlight? 22:40 Sarina Wiegman INTERVIEW, 26:10 Wales lose in first major tournament match, 32:15 Rhian Wilkinson INTERVIEW.BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sun 1700 Norway v Finland on Sports Extra 3, Sun 2000 Switzerland v Iceland on Sports Extra, Mon 1700 Spain v Belgium on Sports Extra, Mon 2000 Portugal v Italy on Sports Extra, Tue 1700 Germany v Denmark on Sports Extra, Tue 2000 Poland v Sweden on Sports Extra.