Fozcast - The Ben Foster Podcast

This week on the Football Fill-In there's no Premier League action, but there's still plenty to discuss as Ben, Tom and Watto review the best of the FA Cup action, including Wrexham's heroic effort against Chelsea and Arsenal squeezing past Mansfield. We also put Premier League players up against each other and decide which one we would rather have in our team right now… Gianluigi Donnarumma vs David Raya, Bukayo Saka vs Antoine Semenyo, Gabriel Magalhães vs Virgil van Dijk, along with many more…  And of course there is a return of the Quiz! 

Today's episode comes from Wrexham, so a bit of a change of scenery for you all… There's been a big swing in the title race

This week on The Football Fill-In, we're joined by returning guest, former Premier League striker and talkSPORT Drive host- Darren Bent. We dive straight into Arsenal's huge win over Chelsea, keeping that five-point gap at the top ahead of Manchester City. As an Arsenal fan, we put the big question to Benty: what would you rather win - the Champions League or the Premier League? Let us know your answer in the comments. We also break down a goal-filled Premier League weekend - Manchester United's red-hot form, Spurs looking nervously over their shoulder, and that unbelievable Pickford save against Newcastle. And of course, the quiz is at the tail end of the show. Can Benty take the win this time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the Fozcast, we're joined by Watto as we go through every Premier League club's three most expensive signings - and give them the ultimate verdict

We are back after a week away with all the reaction from this weekend's Premier League action as Arsenal claimed the bragging rights of North London, whilst Manchester City remained HOT on their heels.  For the second time this season, Mikel Arteta's side beat their bitter rivals Tottenham 4-1 with Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyokeres both bagging two, whilst at the Etihad, it was Nico O'Reilly who scored a brace as City beat Newcastle 2-1.  Ben is joined by Tom, Watto and Ben Tozer to discuss all of the key talking points including the NLD, England World Cup squad selections, how Liam Rosenior is doing at Chelsea and what is going on at Liverpool… And of course there is a return of the Quiz! 

This week on the Fozcast, we're joined by Millwall and New Zealand goalkeeper Max Crocombe!

We have a special midweek Football Fill-In for you and a lot has gone on since the weekend…

There was a CONTROVERSIAL VAR call between Liverpool and Manchester City which is our main talking point this week… Ben is joined by Tom, Watto and Ben Tozer to reflect on this week's Premier League action, where City came from behind to win 2-1 at Anfield and ramp up the heat on Arsenal. Mikel Arteta's side maintained their 6-point lead at the top after a BIG 3-0 win against Sunderland and Michael Carrick made it four wins in a row at Manchester United to heap the pressure on Thomas Frank at Spurs. Plus, is Cole Palmer BACK?! The lads discuss just that, after his hat-trick fired Chelsea to victory at bottom side Wolves… And of course there is a return of the Quiz! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast, we let you guys take control. We asked for your questions on Instagram and gave you free rein to ask whatever you wanted… which led to some of the HARSH truths about football coming out

There was another BIG week of Premier League action as Arsenal went SIX points clear beating Leeds 4-0 and Manchester City stumbled against Tottenham with a 2-2 draw…

The first time was so nice, we had to do it twice!

Michael Carrick's at the wheel and are Arsenal starting to crumble…

This week on the Fozcast, we're joined by former Manchester City and Chelsea star - and part of one of football's most iconic families - Shaun Wright-Phillips! ⚽️

Does Oliver Glasner want the SACK and WHY would he be a bad fit for Manchester United…  There was a BIG win for United as Michael Carrick returned to Old Trafford as interim manager, beating rivals Man City 2-0!

A fan-favourite episode returns - where we answer your questions about the things you didn't know about football! ⚽️ As always in these episodes, we're joined by Golf Life legend Tubes, and together we dive into all sorts of behind-the-scenes football chat, including…

There's no Premier League action, but there's still plenty to go through including FA Cup exits and some big managerial chat! Ben and Tom are joined by Watto to talk about Liam Rosenior's first game in charge of Chelsea and Michael Carrick's imminent arrival at Manchester United.  Thomas Frank's continues to come under pressure at Tottenham, the lads look at whether he is edging closer to the exit door, plus we discuss who is the best striker to have signed to join the Premier League this season?  Make sure you stay on to watch the Quiz at the end to enjoy some carnage that you will NOT want to miss!!!! 

We're back with Season 15 of the Fozcast!  To start 2026, we're joined by Premier League legend and Australian icon, Mark Schwarzer!

RUBEN AMORIM HAS BEEN SACKED BY MANCHESTER UNITED!!! What a crazy start it has been to 2026 as both Amorim and Enzo Maresca have both lost their jobs!!!  Ben and Tom are joined by Toze and Watto to discuss the managerial sackings, potential new appointments and all the football from a busy weekend, including: 

There was another BIG win for Aston Villa and Man City made it 8 wins in a row in all competitions as they both kept the pressure up on top of the table Arsenal in the Premier League!  Ben is joined by Tom and Toze to look back at the Christmas fixtures which saw Villa equal a club-record run of 11 consecutive wins which was set all the way back in 1914, INCREDIBLE!  We talk about Man United's win over Newcastle, Liverpool holding on to beat Wolves and could Bournemouth be slowly creeping into a bit of a relegation scrap at the foot of the table…  There's all that plus the last Quiz of 2025!!! 

It's Christmas Quiz time!

It's the last show before Christmas and we've got a cracking episode lined up!

It's the FINAL Fozcast of the year and what a year it's been! It's only right to end the year with our good friend and former England Coach, Dave Watson as we go through our Top 10 Premier League GKs so far this season. There's some bold claims with some big names being left out of the top three…

Lucky Arsenal leave it late to snatch three points against Wolves as Aston Villa and Man City continue their quest to chase the leaders down! Ben and Tom are joined by Watto and Ben Tozer to discuss the title race, Enzo Maresca's statement and the MAJOR problems at Tottenham... Sunderland claimed the bragging rights in the Tyne-Wear Derby, we've got all the reaction to that plus Mo Salah returning for Liverpool - what does this mean for his future? There's the big quiz at the end so stay tuned to see who wins that, plus:

This week on the Fozcast, we've teamed up with The Rugby Pod for a massive crossover episode featuring Jim Hamilton, Andy Goode, and Dan Biggar!

Is Mohamed Salah on the verge of leaving Liverpool?!  Ben and Tom are joined by Watto and Ben Tozer to discuss whether Salah has just sparked his own exit from Anfield affter he spoke out post Liverpool's 3-3 draw against Leeds United at Elland Road.  Elsewhere, the lads look at Arsenal's late defeat at Aston Villa, Man City beating Sunderland 3-0 and who is currently the title favourites…  There's the big quiz at the end so stay tuned to see who wins that, plus: 

This week on the Fozcast, we're joined by current Premier League GK, Caoimhín Kelleher - fresh from one of his craziest weeks in football!

There were plenty of BIG moments in the Premier League this weekend as the Football Fill-In returns to go through it all! Lucas Paqueta and Moises Caicedo both saw red and there was a huge error from Spurs' Vicario as Fulham won on the road for the first time in the league this season.  Mohamed Salah was DROPPED, Phil Foden shone for Man City and we look into how Aaron Ramsdale may have just been given a massive opportunity at Newcastle…  Ben is joined by super Dave Watson and Wrexham legend this week to discuss all the action, including:

This week on the Fozcast, we're joined by Lewis Morgan, the Scottish winger lighting up the MLS with the New York Red Bulls!

EBERECHI EZE was the main man in North London as Arsenal secured the bragging rights with a thumping 4-1 win over rivals Tottenham at the Emirates Stadium.  Eze's hat-trick sealed a huge three points for the Gunners as rivals Manchester City lost at Newcastle and Liverpool lost their EIGHTH game in 11 in all competitions as Nottingham Forest won 3-0 at Anfield.  Chelsea kept up pace with the leaders as they beat Burnley 2-0, whilst there were also big wins for Aston Villa, Brighton, Fulham and Crystal Palace! There's all that to digest and the Quiz, plus: 

This week on the Fozcast, the lads are still in New York - and we're joined by the Scottish Viking Jesus himself, Steven Fletcher! ⚽️ Fletch has enjoyed an incredible career, playing 749 games and scoring 199 goals - a stat that still haunts him to this day

Thomas Tuchel's England finished a superb World Cup Qualifying campaign with their eighth win in eight games as they beat Albania 2-0 on Sunday.  Ben and Tom are joined by Watto and Toze to discuss the win, Jude Bellingham, Jordan Pickford and the return of the Premier League next weekend! 

This week on the Fozcast, the lads are in New York to sit down with former Manchester United, Villarreal, and Fiorentina forward - the one and only Giuseppe Rossi!

It was the last week of the Premier League before the International break and there was some big action this weekend!  Before we dive into it, we have, making his first appearance on the show, Matthew Pincus joins us on the sofa! One of the big talking points of the weekend was that VAR decision against Liverpool for that goal. The lads break down what they thought and if the goal should have stood… We also talk about…

TThis week on the Fozcast, we're joined by former Arsenal, Liverpool and England star - Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain!  It's a belter, trust us

There's a HUGE question on this week's Football Fill-In which leads to a BIG Debate - prime Thierry Henry or prime Erling Haaland?!  Ben and Tom are joined by super Dave Watson and Wrexham legend Ben Tozer to discuss what striker they would want in their team...  We talk Mohamed Salah - is he Liverpool's greatest player in the modern era and we chat about whether Declan Rice could get into ANY TEAM in the World? Plus: 

Nick Pope returns to the Fozcast for his second appearance - and a lot has happened since he last joined us back in 2023…  In this episode, Nick opens up about one of the toughest moments of his career - that infamous red card against Liverpool which ruled him out of the Carabao Cup Final. He talks honestly about how he dealt with the setback and how it made lifting the Carabao Cup with Newcastle later on even more special.  We also speak about…

It's Gameweek 9, and it's fair to say the Premier League has already delivered its fair share of twists and turns! Arsenal sit top of the table, while Bournemouth and Sunderland have surprisingly climbed into the top four. With big sides like Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester City all losing this week, this season is shaping up to be a fascinating one! In this week's show, we talked about…

It's official! Scott Carson has retired from professional football after an incredible 22 year career, playing for the likes Leeds, Liverpool & Manchester City and England

Big Ange is GONE and Man United STUN Liverpool as the Premier League returns in style after the international break!  Ben is joined by Tom & Watto to discuss all the BIG talking points - and there's plenty of them this week, including: 

Season 14 rolls on with Marcus Bettinelli - Manchester City's GK, who has also played at clubs such as Chelsea and Fulham!

The BEST Strikers, Football's First Billionaire and Trademarking Goal Celebrations!? Ben is joined by Watto and Robbo this week to discuss all the big news in football right now, including: ⚽️ - We RANK the PL's best strikers!

This week on the Fozcast, we're joined by former Premier League defender Nedum Onuoha, who's got some unreal stories from a career that's taken him from Manchester City, Sunderland, QPR and over to the MLS. Nedum chats to us about his unforgettable changing room bust up with Zlatan Ibrahimović and how he Zlatan changes his own personality to get the best out of himself… We also talk about pay-as-you-play deals, what it's like being part of the bomb squad, and how football can be a dark place, more than fans will ever realise...