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Maz Farookhi is joined by ESPN's Julien Laurens and German football expert Rafa Honigstein for this week's Euro Leagues. The team reflect on a turbulent week for Julian Alvarez at Atletico Madrid, and with Barcelona seemingly out of the running, does that open the door for Arsenal?Then, we hear more about Musiala's condition which saw him collapse in consecutive friendlies for Bayern last week. How have the club kept it private for such a long time, and is there a long-term concern over Musiala's career?Schalke and ex-Plymouth Argyle head coach Miron Muslić joins the pod to discuss Schalke's promotion to the Bundesliga, the signing of fellow Bosnian Edin Džeko, and how Loris Karius has turned his career around at the club.Finally, Jules and Raf look at who might be best-placed to challenge Bayern domestically this season.Timecodes: 02:59 Is Julian Alvarez set for Arsenal? 13:15 Jamal Musiala's seizure condition, and how Bayern have been handling it 21:22 How are Bayern shaping up for this season? How have they improved the squad? 27:18 Miron Muslić on Schalke's return to the Bundesliga 29:30 How did Miron's time at Plymouth shape him? 33:09 Loris Karius' career redemption 35:05 Signing Edin Dzeko at 39 years old 40:13 Can anyone challenge Bayern this season?

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by Tranmere boss Darrell Clarke to discuss the big stories in the EFL.Darrell explains how his defender Bobby Faulkner ended up in goal and the panel discuss Bobby Kamwa's Adebayor-esque celebration against his former club Newport.Millwall, Charlton and West Brom are the early pace-setters in the Championship - while Leicester are already struggling in League One, but will Russell Martin be given the time to turn it around?And in 72PLUS 72MINUS, there's a Puskas contender in the Championship and a pantomime moment in League Two.This season we now have our very own 72+ feed on BBC Sounds - where you can listen to episodes every week.We'll continue to bring you all the same content you've been enjoying here, with the biggest stories from the EFL, exclusive guests and the moments everyone is talking about.TIMECODES: 01:21 - Darrell Clare on putting a defender in goal and Tranmere's busy summer 09:56 - Bristol Rovers striker Bobby Kamwa goes full Adebayor  17:29 - Could Charlton be a surprise package? 22:05 - Millwall setting the early Championship pace 25:42 - West Brom impressing after a summer of change 32:15 - Can Russell Martin get Leicester moving?

This week, former Manchester United, Sheffield United and Portsmouth striker Danny Webber submits three stories from his football career. Did Webber really install security cameras and fingerprint entry access to join an exclusive Sheffield United dressing room society? Did former Chelsea manager Avram Grant nickname him "World Wide Webber" after being impressed by his football knowledge? Or did Neil Warnock leave a voicemail pleading with him to ignore his reputation and sign for Sheffield United? Armed with photographs, football knowledge and plenty of suspicion, Karel and Anita investigate every claim before Webber returns to reveal the truth. Karel Prince: Lie Detector is presented by Karel Prince and Anita Abayomi and is a Sport Social Studios production for BBC Sounds. Credits  Series Producer: Matt Tasker  Technical Producer: Tom Hinckley  Executive Producer: Jim Salveson  Photography: Tom Barker  Artwork: James Mobbs  Original Theme Music: WIZZFX  Commissioning Executive for BBC: Stevie Middleton  Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard

Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Andros Townsend and, Rory Smith. After a difficult summer for Aston Villa, their Premier League season couldn't have gotten off to a worse start with a 4-0 defeat to Brighton. What's the latest with Ollie Watkins? Jacob Tanswell who covers Aston Villa for The Athletic, joins the Monday Night Club to analyse their torrid summer.Are teams starting to do their transfer business later than usual? Steve Walsh is a former director of football at Leicester and Everton joins the Monday Night Club to give an insight on transfer strategy. And could Erling Haaland really have signed for Everton?The opening weekend of the Premier League seemed to catch a few teams cold. Tottenham, Liverpool, Manchester United and, Sunderland all made stuttering starts. So why are so many managers saying their teams aren't ready for the new season? Anton McElhone, a former Premier League Head of Performance joins the Monday Night Club to analyse what the reason behind the slow starts are.TIME CODES00:00 Intro 03:00 Villa's woes 04:00 Watkins' future 11:10 The Athletic's Aston Villa reporter Jacob Tanswell 18:10 Are transfers happening later than usual? 23:20 Former director of football Steve Walsh 26:20 Smaller Clubs' recruitment process 31:50 Could Erling Haaland have joined Everton? 34:00 Are teams unfit? 44:00 De Zerbi's quotes post Brentford 49:50 Fitness in modern football

After a bumper first weekend of Premier League football, Rick Edwards is joined by The Telegraph's Northern Football Writer Luke Edwards and former Southampton and QPR striker Charlie Austin to sum up the weekend's football. Plus, they're joined by special guest Hull Assistant Head Coach Dean Holden who reflects on beating Manchester United after nine years away from the top flight and whether the doubters are spurring Hull onto more success following promotion last season via the play offs. TIMECODES 2'00 - Luke's injury 3'23 - Kevin Keegan tributes at St James' Park 5'12 - How Isak was received by the Newcastle fans 16'24 – Dean Holden reflections on beating Man United 17'49 – Do the doubters give Hull motivation? 18'57 – How important is McBurnie? 22'45 – What is the owner like to work with? 28'47 – Spurs losing to Brentford

In the first episode of The Football Interview for the 2026/27 Premier League season, Kelly Somers speaks to Tottenham midfielder James Maddison. They discuss how he's dealt with being on the sidelines for the last 12 months after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament, the impact it's had and how he expects Spurs to push on this season under Roberto De Zerbi. TIMECODES: 0'25 – Reflecting on the last 12 months & how his kids have given him a sense of purpose. 3'30 – The toughest moment of last 12 months. 5'20 – His YouTube channel & documenting his rebab. 7'30 – How he felt missing out when Spurs weren't playing well. 9'25 – What has changed with De Zerbi? 10'28 – Why will this season be different? 11'50 – What do people get wrong about him?

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball are back for series three of The Commentators' View. John and Ian relive their experience of getting into the World Cup final and Chris Sutton's clash with the Spanish commentators. Ali reflects on coming off the back of a week of commentating on athletics for the first time and they look ahead to a new Premier League season. Messages, questions and voicenotes welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk.TIMECODES 1'50 - Ali commentating on Athletics for the first time 4'10 - The Open 5'50 - John & Ali's antics getting into the World Cup Final 9'18 - Chris Sutton's clash with the Spanish commentators 10'15 - listener correspondence 14'50 - John's gift from a Mexican Commentator 18'44 - Looking ahead to the first Premier League weekend 21'39 - Tributes to Kevin Keegan 30'22 - Could Man City & Liverpool transition pave the way for Man Utd to finish second? 35'02 - Clash of the Commentators 41'23 - Great glossary5 Live / BBC Sounds Commentaries: Sat 1500 Nottingham Forest v Leeds on 5 Live with Ian Dennis and Chris Sutton. Sat 1500 Ipswich Town v Sunderland on Sports Extra 2. Sat 1730 Brentford v Spurs on 5 Live with John Murray and Michael Brown. Sun 1400 Manchester City v Bournemouth on 5 Live. Sun 1400 Brighton v Aston Villa on Sports Extra 2. Sun 1630 Newcastle v Liverpool on 5 Live with John Murray and Pat Nevin.

John Bennett is joined by Julien Laurens & James Horncastle to preview the Serie A season and react to the news of Ronaldinho's return for third tier Ravenna. Spanish football reporter Elizabeth Conway drops by to give the latest on Barcelona's striker search. Plus, Malaga fan Jose Luis Sabatel talks about the club's return to the Spanish top flight. And in Ligue 1, Paul Pogba has left Monaco, but where next for the former Manchester United man? Time Codes: 05:00 - Ronaldinho's return 09:40 - Serie A Preview 27:55 - Barcelona Latest 36:00 - Malaga's La Liga return 44:20 - Paul Pogba 50:50 - Season Predictions

After a 25-year absence, Coventry City are back in England's top flight. Mark Chapman is joined by Golden Boot-winning former striker Dion Dublin, club legend Steve Ogrizovic, BBC CWR's Rob Gurney, and others to reflect on the club's remarkable story.The Sky Blues have been all the way down to League Two since their last Premier League appearance, had to move out of their own city on two separate occasions, endured a spell in administration and they've had 15 managers!So, how did it happen, and how did they get back here?In the end, Frank Lampard was the man to bring them back up. We'll hear from Lampard, recall the club's rejuvenation under Mark Robins and the fan stories during the darker years.Timecodes: 01:00 What have the last 25 years been like for Coventry fans?! 05:00 What led to their relegation in 2001? 07:45 From Highfield Road to the Ricoh Arena and how it led to an unravelling 14:30 Moz Baker, former Chair of the Sky Blues Trust, explains how the fans split in the 2010s 20:45 Coventry legend Steve Ogrizovic joins the show 23:00 What kind of Coventry did Mark Robins take over and how did he turn it around? 29:00 Former Coventry captain Michael Doyle explains how Robins did it 36:40 Why a new owner sacked the much-loved Robins, and it came off 40:30 How did fans feel when Frank Lampard was appointed 44:30 Interview with Frank Lampard on the season ahead 48:25 Has Lampard changed the whole club's culture, and will his style suit the Premier League? With Katie Stafford, from BBC CWR's Sky Blues fancast 51:00 Coventry's £100m summer – will it pay off?

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by Bolton manager Steven Schumacher to break down the opening weekend of league fixtures in the EFL - and we hear from Luton boss Jack Wilshere.Bolton won on their return to the Championship, but how can they compete with their big-spending rivals. The panel also discuss Will Lankshear's dream start at Middlesbrough, how Southampton will deal with being pantomime villains after Spygate and whether VAR is needed in the Championship after a blatant handball helped West Brom beat Norwich.Jack Wilshere joins the pod after his Luton side came from 3-1 down to beat Reading in their opener, and talks about his first pre-season as a first team manager.Aaron's EFL Fantasy skills haven't improved over the summer - the code to join our league if 72EFLPOD.And in 72PLUS 72MINUS, there's a moment to forget for an EFL legend and Welsh limbs after a late goal.This season we now have our very own 72+ feed on BBC Sounds - where you can listen to episodes every week. We'll continue to bring you all the same content you've been enjoying here, with the biggest stories from the EFL, exclusive guests and the moments everyone is talking about.TIMECODES: 01:21 - Jobi's summer with Roy Keane 03:35 - Bolton off to a winning start 11:45 - Lankshear elevates Boro 19:35 - Southampton lose at Watford in first match post-Spygate 26:23 - Do we need VAR in the Championship? 30:27 - Luton boss Jack Wilshere joins the show 45:27 - 72PLUS 72MINUS

This week, former Manchester City, QPR and Sunderland defender Nedum Onuoha submits three stories from his football career. Did Manchester City boss Stuart Pearce really send England goalkeeper David James up front in a desperate attempt to qualify for Europe? Was Onuoha handed a tactical note by his manager that somehow only included ten players? Or did a Championship manager spend every matchday watching soap operas on his iPad instead of focusing on the game ahead? Armed with photographs, football knowledge and plenty of confidence, Karel and Anita dissect every detail before Onuoha returns to reveal the truth. Karel Prince: Lie Detector is presented by Karel Prince and Anita Abayomi and is a Sport Social Studios production for BBC Sounds. Credits  Series Producer: Matt Tasker  Technical Producer: Tom Hinckley  Executive Producer: Jim Salveson  Photography: Tom Barker  Artwork: James Mobbs  Original Theme Music: WIZZFX  Commissioning Executive for BBC: Stevie Middleton  Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard

Arsenal seek to defend their Premier League title, but just how difficult will a title defence be? Former Arsenal right back Carl Jenkinson, The Athletic's Amy Lawrence and fan Clive Palmer join Aaron Paul to discuss the chances of a second Premier League trophy for Mikel Arteta. They reflect on a big statement in Sunday's Community Shield against Manchester City and debate Arsenal's midfield options - is Odegaard back to his best, will Bruno Guimaraes fit in alongside Declan Rice? They discuss more of the club's new summer signings, including where Christos Tzolis fits and could there be any more business? In the absence of injured William Saliba, will Jarell Quansah or Ezri Konsa be playing at the Emirates this season? BBC Sport's Alex Howell updates on the latest. Plus, sports psychologist Dan Abrahams discusses the challenges of defending a Premier League title.Time Codes:01:55 - Reflections on last season 07:30 - Community Shield Win 18:10 - Martin Odegaard 29:30 - Sports Psychologist Dan Abrahams on defending a Premier League title 37:20 - Mikel Arteta on this season 44:55 - Alex Howell on defence and covering William Saliba

After a long couple of seasons for Tottenham Hotspur, will Roberto De Zerbi's summer business be enough to turn the club around? Former Spurs winger Andros Townsend, former Spurs fullback Chris Hughton and fan Flav Bateman join Aaron Paul to discuss their chances ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season. They discuss the profile of the manager himself - does he have the character to change the club's fortunes? BBC Sport's tactics correspondent Umir Irfan discusses his style. They review the summer business and how new signings Sandro Tonali and Matheus Fernandes will fit in, while football finance expert Kieran Maguire explains the state of the club's spending this summer. And finally, after being so injury hit last season, will the lack of European football benefit the club this season as Roberto De Zerbi seeks to turn things around?Time Codes:00:55 - Initial Thoughts 07:25 - Identity Roberto De Zerbi has given Spurs 17:20 - De Zerbi's tactical approach 23:20 - Summer window 31:25 - Football Finance Expert Kieran Maguire on Tottenham's finances 39:40 - Injuries and forward options

Premier League chief executive Richard Masters speaks to BBC Sports Editor Dan Roan ahead of the 2026/27 season getting underway. They discuss the fall out from Gianni Infantino's bid to sell off a stake in the World Cup to private investors, the wait for a ruling on Manchester City's 115 charges, and Chelsea's fine for financial rule breaches.Plus, is the league heading into a new era with nine managerial changes heading into the new season?01:26 – a new era for the Premier League? 04:00 – The Fifa crisis fall out 06:47 – Kevin Lamour's Fifa exit 10:50 – Potential World Cup expansion 12:42 – Manchester City's charges 13:53 – Chelsea' fine for financial rule breaches 16:02 – Squad cost ratio spending controls

Joe Hart, Chris Sutton and Adam Crafton are with Mark Chapman to look ahead to the Premier League season, can they cover all 20 clubs in this episode of the Monday Night Club? That depends on whether you count Chris Sutton's predicted Premier League table. They reflect on Manchester City's performance in their Community Shield defeat to Arsenal, what it takes to defend a Premier League title, and whether Xabi Alonso can repeat Antonio Conte's feat of taking Chelsea from a club that finished tenth to title winners in the following season. Plus, Hull City assistant head coach Dean Holden discusses their preparations for a return to the top flight.01:39 – Takeaways from Manchester City's Community Shield defeat 17:28 – What is so difficult about defending a Premier League title? 21:47 – Can Chelsea challenge for the title? 32:00 – Hull City assistant Dean Holden 38:50 – Coventry and Ipswich's survival hopes 43:03 – Will Aston Villa start the season with two ‘starting' goalkeepers? 45:13 – Which club has the most potential to under deliver this season?

Aaron Paul, Pat Nevin, Izzy Christiansen and, Chris Coles are in Cardiff to look ahead to what Manchester City and Arsenal can achieve this season following the Gunner's 3-0 win over City in the Community Shield.What can be taken away from Enzo Maresca's first competitive game as Manchester City boss as he fills the boots of Pep Guardiola. And are Arsenal the team to beat off winning the Premier League and bolstering their squad with the likes of Bruno Guimarães and Christos Tzolis. Will City lose Rodri and if so, are they expected to be more active in the transfer market?TIME CODES00:00 Community Shield reaction 06:00 Can Arsenal win the Premier League again? 09:45 Mikel Arteta 15:30 City and Enzo Maresca 19:10 How do City improve? 21:10 Filling Pep Guardiola's boots 22:20 Manchester City, Rodri and, transfers

Last season, Steve Crossman sat down with Brentford midfielder 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.[First published on 13/10/25]

Reigning Premier League Champions Arsenal are taking on FA Cup winners Manchester City in the Community Shield on Sunday, with both clubs having very different off-seasons, so Aaron Paul along with Clinton Morrison, Phil Brown and Dwight Gayle try and breakdown what's gone on inside the two clubs. For the first time in a decade Manchester City begin the season without Pep Guardiola at the helm - Enzo Maresca is the new man in the dugout, so the guys try to put themselves in Maresca's shoes and try to gage how he will be feeling come Sunday. For Arsenal they are the reigning champions for the first time in over 20 years…how will they cope with being the side everyone else is looking to beat? And several clubs are in Europe for the first time, or back in European competition with Sunderland, Bournemouth and Manchester United on that list – so Aaron looks at their quieter summers in terms of incoming transfers.And don't forget there's commentary on 5 live of the Community Shield from 3pm live from the Principality Stadium on Sunday. TIMECODES:01:00 – Manchester City new era focus. 22:24 – Arsenal and season expectations. 31:07 – Sunderland in Europe. 34:20- Manchester United focus. 40:30 – Bournemouth season predictions.

BBC sports editor Dan Roan sits down with former Premier League referee Anthony Taylor to discuss his retirement from refereeing, what made him decide to retire and, what's next in his career. Taylor also speaks about his new role in developing referees in Turkey, the pressure and scrutiny that comes with being an official at not only the highest level, but also at grassroots level. The World Cup saw new rule changes in which Taylor gives his thoughts and experiences of and, he speaks of his final game between Portugal and Spain.TIME CODES 01:00 Reflecting on career 08:30 New role in Turkey 11:00 Decision to retire 14:50 Pressure & scrutiny 28:400 World Cup law changes & VAR 33:00 Final game

This week, former Manchester United, Sunderland, Cardiff City and Huddersfield Town striker Fraizer Campbell submits three stories from his career, but only one is true. Was Campbell really caught up in a police helicopter pursuit after taking a wrong turn through the city centre? Did he secretly climb out of a hotel window to collect chicken and chips on the eve of a Championship playoff final? Or did he ignore manager Steve Bruce's instructions and sneak off to Las Vegas for 48 hours with team-mate Titus Bramble during an international break? Armed with photographs, football knowledge and a healthy dose of suspicion, Karel and Anita investigate every claim before Campbell returns to reveal the truth. Karel Prince: Lie Detector is presented by Karel Prince and Anita Abayomi and is a Sport Social Studios production for BBC Sounds. Credits  Series Producer: Matt Tasker  Technical Producer: Tom Hinckley  Executive Producer: Jim Salveson  Photography: Tom Barker  Artwork: James Mobbs  Original Theme Music: WIZZFX  Commissioning Executive for BBC: Stevie Middleton  Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard

The new EFL season is back with nine months of drama to come across the Championship, League One and League Two. Aaron Paul is joined by Andy Woodman, Luke Chambers and Lyle Taylor to preview all three divisions, looking at promotion contenders, relegated giants and, dark horses. West Ham and Wolves return to the second tier, Southampton and Middlesbrough all have their eyes on promotion. Bromley manager Andy Woodman discusses the club's historic first season in the third tier, while Leicester City and Sheffield Wednesday look to bounce back after relegation. Salford City manager Peter Cklamovski joins us to discuss his journey from Australia and Asia to English football, working with Ange Postecoglou and the pressure of taking charge of one of the division's promotion favourites.And don't forget to join the official 72+ EFL Fantasy League using the code 72EFLPOD. The 72+ Podcast now has a new home, just look for the 72+ Podcast feed on BBC Sounds or wherever you get your podcasts.00:00 Intro 02:10 Championship preview 03:05 West Ham 09:40 Wolves 13:50 Burnley 17:30 Southampton 22:40 Middlesbrough 25:40 Championship dark horses 31:30 League One and Bromley 36:10 PFA open legal proceedings over the EFL 37:10 Leicester City, Sheffield Wednesday and Oxford United 39:40 Salford City boss Peter Cklamovski 46:30 York City5Live commentaries this week: Wednesday 12th August: PSG v Aston Villa Sunday 16th August: Manchester City v Arsenal

Chris Sutton, Izzy Christiansen and Sami Mokbel are with Kelly Sommers to debate the big talking points around the Premier League and elsewhere.The panel analyse new Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola's comments on his squad's fitness, after learning more about reports linking Amazon-owning billionaire Jeff Bezos with a bid to buy a significant stake in the club.Elsewhere with the top clubs, how will Manchester City cope without Rodri if he moves to Barcelona, what does Arsenal's failed pursuit of Vinicius Junior say about the Premier League and how will Manchester United reintegrate Marcus Rashford after 18 months away on loan?Finally, how did a Norwich City fan's name end up on a Brazilian team's shirt? Ana and Jonny Butcher join the Monday Night Club to explain more...Timecodes: 02:00 Billionaire consortium including Jeff Bezos set to invest in Liverpool — what does it mean? 07:00 Andoni Iraola's comments on the Liverpool's squad fitness — is he risking alienating the dressing room already? 22:00 What will the Guardiola to Maresca transition look like at Manchester City, and how much does Rodri's future affect that? 27:00 Why couldn't Arsenal sign Vinicius and what does it say about how the world's best players view the Premier League? 32:15 Marcus Rashford's back at Manchester United, can Michael Carrick reintegrate him successfully? 45:30 The English fan whose name is on a Brazilian club's shirt — Ana and Jonny Butcher join the show!

This week, Soccer AM favourite and broadcaster John Fendley (aka Fenners) submits three stories from his career. Did Lionel Messi really storm out of a FIFA match after losing to Fenners, cancelling their interview in the process? Did Fenners score the first ever goal at the new Wembley Stadium during a pre-opening test event? Or did Barcelona legend and Ballon d'Or winner Rivaldo disappear moments before filming, only to be found relieving himself in a nearby bush? Armed with photographs, football knowledge and plenty of scepticism, Karel and Anita examine every detail before Fenners returns to reveal the truth. Karel Prince: Lie Detector is presented by Karel Prince and Anita Abayomi and is a Sport Social Studios production for BBC Sounds. Credits Series Producer: Matt Tasker Technical Producer: Tom Hinckley Executive Producer: Jim Salveson Photography: Tom Barker Artwork: James Mobbs Original theme music: WIZZFX Commissioning Executive for BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard Commissioning & Digital Support: Jade Burns & Stuart Birch

Andros Townsend, Don Hutchison and The Athletic's Adam Crafton join Aaron Paul to talk FIFA, Gianni Infantino and transfers.The BBC's Sports Editor Dan Roan gives the latest on Infantino's future, less than a week after his plans to sell stakes of FIFA competitions to private investors were announced. Are his days numbered or can he fight back to retain power after a humiliating week? Plus, you'll hear from Laura McAllister, a UEFA vice-president.In the transfer window, what's happening at Newcastle after Eddie Howe's departure? BBC Sport's Ciaran Kelly joins as the panel discuss where the club are at given the departures of key players alongside their manager.And can Arsenal really buy Real Madrid star Vinicius Jnr, and where would that signing rank in Premier League history for superstar transfers?Timecodes: 00:45 What's the latest on Infantino and FIFA? With Dan Roan 05:20 Laura McAllister on FA Wales' decision to withdraw support for Gianni Infantino 10:00 Is Infantino still courting Trump, and how can he stay in power? 14:55 Why has it taken this to cause opposition to Infantino? 16:15 What was the feeling around Infantino's controversies for those actually at the World Cup? 23:00 What state are Newcastle United in, will Bruno Guimares leave to Arsenal? With Ciaran Kelly 39:45 Spurs boss Roberto de Zerbi promises a 'bomba' signing! 42:25 Can Arsenal really sign Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior and how big a move would it be in Premier League history?

Eilidh Barbour is joined by former Rangers midfielder Charlie Adam, Livingstone's Ryan McGowan and the Guardian's Scottish football correspondent Ewan Murray to look ahead to the new Scottish Premiership season.After Celtic snatched the title from Hearts on the final day of last season, which way will this season's title race go?Rangers have raided Hearts for their manager and 2 key players, Hearts have had to rebuild under their new Belgian head coach and Celtic have stuck with the tried and trusted Martin O'Neill along with some eye-catching signings.The panel also pick their "best of the rest" and who might struggle towards the bottom of the table.TIMECODES: 01:44 - Can Derek McInnes get Rangers winning trophies? 15:34 - How do Hearts rebuild under Wouter Vrancken? 29:36 - Are Celtic favourites after sticking with Martin O'Neill? 42:16 - Best of the rest? 46:15 - Who's going to struggle?

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by BBC Chief Football News Reporter Simon Stone, The Athletic's Adam Crafton and ESPN's Julien Laurens as UEFA and its 55 member associations take the extraordinary step of threatening to boycott every FIFA competition if Gianni Infantino proceeds with plans to sell ownership stakes in the World Cup and other tournaments to private investors.We hear UEFA's powerful statement declaring the World Cup “not for sale”, reaction from home nations and CONCACAF, and speak live to UEFA vice-president Laura McAllister who was in the room for the vote. Plus thoughts from former FA executive director David Davies and discussion of the immediate threat to upcoming tournaments - including the U20 Women's World Cup in Poland that starts in five weeks, for which England have already qualified.

John Bennett presents reaction to Eddie Howe's departure from Newcastle United, just three weeks out from the new Premier League campaign.He's joined by the Daily Telegraph's Luke Edwards to discuss why exactly Howe has chosen to leave, and what his legacy at the club will be.Newcastle fan Samantha Rees tells us of her shock at Howe's departure. And we hear all about the frontrunner to replace Howe, Matthias Jaissle, from German football writer Constantin Eckner.TIMECODES 01:30 Why Howe decided to leave 05:40 The effect of Newcastle's recruitment 07:45 Newcastle fan Samantha Rees on her reaction to Howe's departure 17:10 Who is Matthias Jaissle? German football journalist Constantin Eckner on Newcastle's prospective new boss

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by BBC Sport's Chief Football News Reporter Simon Stone and football finance expert Kieran Maguire. The panel discuss FIFA's proposal and the fallout from the announcement. They assess the chances of it actually happening and consider whether investors could have a greater say in the future of football. Plus, what could this potential scheme mean for supporters?

This week, former Stoke City, Chelsea, Everton and Bosnia-Herzegovina goalkeeper Asmir Begović submits three stories from his career. Did Stoke manager Tony Pulis really invite Begović to date his daughter with the hope that he might one day become his son-in-law? Did Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers secretly call him into an office at Anfield to discuss a transfer immediately after a Premier League match? Or did Rafa Benítez shorten a proposed Everton contract because he was convinced Begović enjoyed too many nights out? Armed with photographs, football knowledge and plenty of confidence, Karel and Anita dissect every detail before Begović returns to reveal the truth.Karel Prince: Lie Detector is presented by Karel Prince and Anita Abayomi and is a Sport Social Studios production for BBC Sounds.Credits Series Producer: Matt Tasker Technical Producer: Tom Hinckley Assistant Producer: Jason Kavuma Executive Producer: Jim Salveson Photography: Tom Barker Artwork: James Mobbs Original theme music: WIZZFX Commissioning Executive for BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard Commissioning & Digital Support: Jade Burns & Stuart Birch

We'd like to introduce you to the first episode of 'Sports Strangest Crimes Presents: Shadows On The Pitch'. Throughout the series, James Montague investigates a startling conspiracy theory put forward by the Iraqi football federation in the 90s - that America influenced a World Cup qualifying tournament to save USA '94 from its so-called enemies. In this opening episode, a former referee with a cryptic message may hold the key to unraveling the mystery. Can he help James uncover the truth behind the alleged conspiracy surrounding the build-up to the 1994 World Cup? James travels to Bucharest in search of answers.If you enjoyed 'Sports Strangest Crimes Presents: Shadows on the Pitch' and want to hear more, head to the Sports Strangest Crimes feed on BBC Sounds, where you can listen to the rest of the series.

Football knowledge - Karel and Anita interrogate every detail before Brian McClair returns to reveal which story is genuine. It's football folklore, detective work and plenty of laughs, with one simple question at the heart of every episode: can you spot the lie? Karel Prince: Lie Detector is presented by Karel Prince & Anita Abayomi and is a Sport Social Studios production for BBC Sounds.Credits Series Producer: Matt Tasker Technical Producer: Tom Hinckley Assistant Producer: Jason Kavuma Executive Producer: Jim Salveson Photography: Tom Barker Artwork: James Mobbs Original theme music: WIZZFX Commissioning Executive for BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard

Karel Prince is the BBC's new resident fact checker. Alongside Anita Abayomi, they are charged with investigating football stories so unbelievable they simply have to be checked. Every week, a famous figure from the world of football submits three extraordinary tales. Two are lies. One is completely true. The challenge? Can Karel separate fact from fiction before the final whistle? Armed with case files, photographs, voice notes and an encyclopaedic knowledge of the game, Karel opens a new investigation each episode. Alongside Anita he interrogates every claim, challenges every timeline and follows every lead in pursuit of the truth. Part detective, part fact-checker and part chaos conductor, Karel brings forensic scrutiny to football's wildest stories, while Anita ensures no detail escapes examination. Karel Prince's Lie Detector asks the only question that matters: which story is true? The investigation starts now. Roll the tapes. Karel Prince: Lie Detector is presented by Karel Prince & Anita Abayomi and is a Sport Social Studios production for BBC Sounds. Credits Series Producer: Matt Tasker Technical Producer: Tom Hinckley Assistant Producer: Jason Kavuma Executive Producer: Jim Salveson Photography: Tom Barker Artwork: James Mobbs Original theme music: WIZZFX Commissioning Executive for BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard Commissioning & Digital Support: Jade Burns & Stuart Birch

Spain succeed, Argentina played the villains and is the pressure off Thomas Tuchel?Steve Crossman is joined by Adam Crafton, Steph Houghton and Luis Miguel Echegaray to discuss the fallout from the World Cup Final and England's bronze final win over France.1:21 - Former Spanish international Cesar Azpilicueta pays tribute to Spain 14:37 - Did Argentina make themselves the bad guys? 30:58 - Has England's 3rd place finish taken the pressure off Thomas Tuchel?

Steve Crossman is joined by former teammates, colleagues, journalists and fans of Kevin Keegan, who has died aged 75.4:14 - BBC Football Correspondent John Murray 7:22 - Former Newcastle player Lee Clark 17:29 - Samantha, Newcastle supporter 26:24 - Former Newcastle manager Chris Hughton 34:45 - Liverpool teammate Phil Thompson 40:02 - John Gibbons from The Anfield Wrap 47:20 - Former Chairman of the Football Writers Association Paul Hetherington and football journalist Henry Winter 55:01 - German football reporter for The Athletic Seb Stafford-Bloor

The World Cup is over.Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith take you inside football's biggest night after watching the final at MetLife Stadium. They reflect on the atmosphere, what it was like to experience a World Cup final in person and whether the much-talked-about half-time show added to the occasion or distracted from it.Joe Hart joins to analyse Spain's victory and explain why they deserved to lift the trophy, while Kelly Cates gives her verdict on the spectacle surrounding the final.And after six unforgettable weeks together across Los Angeles and New York, Rick and Lloyd sign off from the World Cup one final time.

Relive the atmosphere and instant reaction from 5 Live at full-time as Spain overcome a dogged 10-man Argentina to win the 2026 World Cup. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in extra time. Kelly Cates is joined by John Murray, Ian Dennis, Chris Sutton and Paul Robinson in New Jersey as Spain's captain Rodri lifts the famous trophy. Guillem Balague gives his reaction to the win for Spain and South American football expert Tim Vickery has his say on a tight, cagey encounter.TIMECODES: 00:10 - Spain's magic moment 01:20 - Chris Sutton: 'The best team won' 03:10 - Guillem Balague's instant reaction 13:10 - Should Nico Williams' goal have been given? 15:25 - Donald Trump arrives onto the pitch 18:05 - Thoughts from Tim Vickery 26:30 - The presentations begin 31:20 - Rodri lifts the World Cup trophy

England's World Cup is over, but what comes next?Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by Guy Mowbray and Adam Crafton to reflect on England's third-place finish, ask whether more could have been done against Argentina in the semi-finals and discuss what the future looks like without players like Harry Kane, Jordan Pickford and John Stones.They also preview Spain v Argentina, discuss MetLife Stadium and New York's embrace of the World Cup, while Rick and Lloyd swap stories from Times Square, the cinema with Guillem Balague and a trip to M&M World with Paul Robinson.

The World Cup final is almost here, and Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by John Murray and Chris Sutton to debate the biggest talking points before football's biggest game.Can anyone stop Lionel Messi? Has the refereeing been good enough throughout the tournament? Does a Super Bowl-style half-time show belong at a World Cup final? And why is Chris convinced Americans genuinely mean it when they tell you to "have a good day"?Plus, Rick and Lloyd give their first impressions after arriving in New York ahead of the final.

Steve Crossman is joined by ESPN's Julien Laurens, Guillem Balague & Nedum Onuoha as they dissect England's semi-final defeat against Argentina. They discuss Tuchel's tactics and substitutions in the second half, his future as England head coach, and how this could be Harry Kane's last World Cup in an England shirt.TIMECODES 4'23 - Should Thomas Tuchel remain England Manager? 8'00 - Jules on Tuchel not delivering his promises 14'14 - Should the responsibility be shared between the manager & the players? 15'43 - Should England have sat back when they did? 20'33 - Were the players being told to go for a second goal at 1-0 up? 24'40- Does Tuchel know the players well enough now to succeed? 32'47 - How England were playing like they were down to 10 players 35'50 - Will Tuchel be manager at the Euros? 38'25 - Have we just witnessed Harry Kane's last World Cup? 44'20 - Can England gain anything from third place play off?

England's World Cup dream is over.Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith react after England's heartbreaking semi-final defeat to Argentina, reflecting on the emotions after the final whistle, the key moments that decided the game and why they're left frustrated by Thomas Tuchel's decisions.ESPN's Mark Ogden joins to assess the substitutions, the criticism facing Tuchel and what comes next for England after falling short of the World Cup final.Plus, CBS' Nico Cantor gives the Argentinian perspective on the victory, as he and Lloyd debate football culture, the so-called 'dark arts' and why Argentina believe doing whatever it takes to win is simply part of the game.And after five unforgettable weeks in Los Angeles, Rick and Lloyd say goodbye to LA before heading to New York for the final stages of the tournament.

Relive the atmosphere and instant reaction from 5 Live at full-time as England were knocked out of the World Cup by Argentina. Kelly Cates is joined by correspondent John Murray, ex-England players Paul Robinson and Matt Upson as well as South American football expert Tim Vickery.They ask whether England's defensive strategy after taking the lead cost them the game, and look at how the team bounces back following this defeat, with a bronze medal match against France still to come.We also hear from Tuchel, as well as captain Harry Kane and defender Dan Burn.TIMECODES 00:30 On the whistle reaction as England lose to Argentina.14:30 Did Tuchel's tactics cost England?18:35 Harry Kane interview with Kelly Somers30:30 Argentina v Spain in the Final33:00 England's next task - prepare to face France35:00 Dan Burn interview with John Murray39:00 Thomas Tuchel interview

England manager Thomas Tuchel, along with players Ezri Konsa, Marc Guéhi and John Stones, speak to John Murray ahead of England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina. They discuss how England can exploit Argentina's weaknesses while also dealing with the threat posed by Lionel Messi.John is joined by former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson to assess how England are likely to set up and whether they have what it takes to overcome the reigning world champions.2'18 - Start of Thomas Tuchel interview 2'38 - Tuchel on player availability & how they'll get at Argentina 4'30 - Tuchel on Argentina bringing the best out in England 6'03 - How does Tuchel deal with pressure? 8'33 - Ezri Konsa interview 10'28 - Paul Robinson on who will play at right back 12'11 - Marc Guehi interview 13'16 - Guehi on the challenge of Messi & how much Guardiola referenced him 14'50 - John Stones on his journey for England at World Cups 17'40 - Stones on what he can take from winning the last two Euro's semi-finals 20'08 - Paul Robinson on forward options 21'48 - Will Declan Rice play?