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Ben Foster AKA The Cycling GK - Former England and Premier League goalkeeper and Co-host Tom Ochoa welcome an exciting range of guests that include top level athletes, content creators and people with an interesting story to share!

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    The BIGGEST FLOP in Premier League History + Is Emi Martinez on his Way to Manchester United?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 66:12


    The lads are back for another episode of the Football Fill In and there's no rest for the players either as the Club World Cup kicks off in the United States!  Ben and Tom are joined by Watto and Toze to discuss the tournament, the money involved and much more from acrosss the world of football, including: 

    Hannah Hampton & Why England's Number One Wanted to QUIT Football?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 68:04


    She's back on the Fozcast for her second cap… It's England's Number One, Hannah Hampton!

    Top 5 Most Underrated Premier League Players!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 74:58


    This week on the Fozcast, Ben and Tom are joined a returning legend on the pod and now father, Tubes to dive deep into one of the most hotly debated topics in football – who are the most underrated players in Premier League history? From forgotten legends to those who never quite got the respect they deserved, we go through a top 5 list packed with quality names… we're talking Olivier Giroud, Leighton Baines, Dimitri Payet and Lucas Leiva, just to name a few… Tubes even shares a brilliant personal story about Mikel Arteta, and we hear why David James might be the most athletic goalkeeper the Premier League has ever seen... There are hot takes, nostalgic shouts, and a few controversial picks too…

    THOMAS FRANK to Spurs, could he HIJACK Bryan Mbeumo's Man Utd move?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 62:32


    We may be on a break from Premier League action, but there's still plenty of big talkings points in the world of football to discuss!  Ben and Tom are joined by Robbo to talk through Ange Postecoglou's departure from Spurs and Thomas Frank's possible arrival, plus news on Bryan Mbeumo's transfer and Man United's CRAZY wage structure! 

    James Trafford - From The CLUB That Didn't Answer My Phone Call to the PREMIER LEAGUE!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 77:34


    James Trafford's journey to the Premier League is like no other… from life on a farm to becoming England U21's hero and a key figure at Burnley. In this episode, Trafford reflects on that mad Las Vegas trip, explains why he got 7 yellow cards as a goalkeeper, and reveals what it was like saving two penalties in one game to secure a clean sheet AND the dark arts of how he did it… He opens up about: •⁠  ⁠Leaving Manchester City in search of regular football •⁠  ⁠His Premier League debut season and getting dropped •⁠  ⁠How Vincent Kompany helped shape his game •⁠  ⁠Winning the Euros with England U21s •⁠  ⁠His love for Bolton!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    David Raya & The Moment I Hit ROCK BOTTOM at Arsenal…

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 83:29


    This week's guest on the Fozcast is Arsenal's number one, winner of the Premier League Golden Glove and Euro 2024 winner with Spain, it's David Raya! In this episode, David shares the story of moving from Spain to England at just 16 years old, adjusting to a new culture and chasing his dream of becoming a professional goalkeeper.  He reflects on his journey from Blackburn and Brentford to Arsenal, where he's now battling for major trophies and individual honours like the Golden Glove every season in the Premier League. He also talks about learning from difficult moments — including hitting rock bottom after a match — and how support from Arsenal staff and family helped him reset.  We dive into the goalkeeper mindset, what it's really like to play under Mikel Arteta, the difference between the Championship and Premier League, and the madness of the North London Derby. There's even chat about building the perfect goalkeeper, the save that shocked the Champions League, and why teenage sensation Dean Huijsen is the real deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    The DECISION That COST Aston Villa over £100m...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 61:03


    The 2024/25 season is DONE!  Liverpool are Champions, Chelsea and Newcastle clinched Champions League football and Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest MISSED OUT! Ben is joined by Watto and Ben Tozer who has a BIG announcement…  Join the lads for the Quiz and much more, including: 

    Patrick Bamford and the Untold Stories of Promotion...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 73:35


    This week on the Fozcast, we're joined by Patrick Bamford – fresh off winning the Championship title with Leeds United and helping take the club back to the Premier League!

    "Pathetic" Pep Strop as Palace win FA Cup in "Controversial " Style...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 60:25


    It was a HISTORIC day for Crystal Palace as they won their first major trophy by beating Manchester City 1-0 in the FA Cup Final at Wembley!  Ben is joined by Watto to discuss the Eagles' huge triumph and all the rest of the weekend's action, including: 

    Fin Smith - From Bailiffs and Bankruptcy to Becoming an England Superstar

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 53:30


    Aston Villa fan and England rugby star Fin Smith joins us on the Fozcast for a brilliant chat about life in elite rugby, how football could learn from the rugby world, and the shocking moment his club went bust. He talks to us about:

    Were the Fans RIGHT to BOO Trent? Did the Forest Owner Cross the Line?!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 64:36


    Trent BOOED, Marinakis STORMS onto the pitch and could Newcastle finish SECOND?! Ben and Tom are joined by Watto and Toze to discuss gameweek 36 in the Premier League, with some big talking points:

    Abdoulaye Doucouré – Merseyside Mayhem & His Everton Future...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 76:12


    Abdoulaye Doucouré joins Ben Foster and Tom Ochoa on the Fozcast to chat through a huge career that's taken him from Ligue 1 to the Premier League via Watford and now Everton. The boys talk about his experience under managers like Sean Dyche, Carlo Ancelotti and David Moyes, surviving relegation battles, and THAT moment in the Merseyside derby that ended in a HUGE scrap!  But the big question... is Doucouré staying at Everton?  He opens up on his current contract situation and what might come next

    Our REACTION on Trent Alexander-Arnold LEAVING Liverpool...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 73:37


    The news that Liverpool fans knew was coming is now official, Trent Alexander-Arnold is LEAVING!  Ben and Tom are joined by Watto to discuss the full-back's departure from Anfield and much more, including:

    Wrexham's INCREDIBLE Promotion to the Championship! BONUSES & Is the Vegas Trip FREE?!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 44:50


    Are Liverpool the BIGGEST CLUB in England?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 72:22


    Liverpool are crowned CHAMPIONS of the Premier League! Ben and Tom are joined by the returning Watto to discuss Arne Slot's triumph and the rest of the weekend's action including: 

    Petr Cech - A Goalkeeping Masterclass!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 63:45


    He's one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time — and in Part 2 of our chat with Premier League Hall of Famer Petr Čech, we dive deep into the art of goalkeeping

    Is Trent Alexander-Arnold a Liverpool Legend?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 76:04


    Petr Cech: Life After Chelsea, Jose Mourinho Stories & Sneaking into Real Madrid Training…

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 75:17


    Onana DROPPED, Who's LEAKING Team News at Spurs & Salah Signs for HOW MUCH?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 70:01


    New contracts, big wins and leaks in football clubs…  Ben and Tom are joined by Watto as ever and our old mate Robbo is also back on the sofa to chat all things Premier League!  There was heaps to discuss, including: 

    Jack Butland on Playing for England whilst in LEAGUE TWO?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 85:13


    Current Rangers GK, Jack Butland joins Ben and Tom to chat through his career so far from starting for England at 19 whilst playing in League Two, to playing at Ibrox in front of one of the loudest crowds in football! He tells us about the moment he broke his ankle which hampered his chances of being England number one and what it's really like playing in Scotland compared to England. Jack also tells us about what David De Gea was really like in training… We also get into: 

    Was This The WORST Manchester Derby Ever & Can Aston Villa REALLY Win the Premier League?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 68:57


    Ben and Tom are joined by Premier League winner Marc Albrighton to discuss the big talking points from the weekend's action, including:  ⬇️ - Southampton are RELEGATED

    Merseyside MADNESS & Is Alexander Isak Untouchable?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 79:36


    We have a HUGE midweek show for you guys as the Premier League returned, with Liverpool winning the Merseyside Derby and Marcus Rashford getting his first Premier League goal for Aston Villa!  Ben and Tom are joined by Watto to discuss all the talking points, including: 

    Brandon Williams: The Truth About His Football Break & Life at Manchester United

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 72:43


    From Manchester United prospect to stepping away from football—Brandon Williams opens up like never before. Brandon burst onto the scene at Manchester United, making his debut under Ole Gunnar Solskjær and sharing the pitch with stars like Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba. But after loans to Norwich City and Ipswich Town, his career took an unexpected turn. In this episode, he reveals:

    Humphrey Ker - Why Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney CHOSE Wrexham!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 82:44


    We're diving into the Wrexham story with the club's Executive Director, Humphrey Ker! From Hollywood's takeover to the truth about player wages, we cover it all…. 

    "The BEST Finisher in WORLD Football!" & Is this Liverpools NEW Van Dijk?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 64:36


    Thomas Tuchel's reign as England manager got underway with a comfortable win at Wembley, but what did we learn and what will be seen as success?!  Ben and Tom are joined by Watto to discuss that 2-0 win over Albania and the Premier League news including: 

    Hal Robson-Kanu - From Playing with Gareth Bale to Building a £10,000,000 Business!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 76:16


    Season 13 is here and we are back with a BANGER!  On today's show, we are joined by former Welsh International and now business entrepreneur, Hal Robson-Kanu. We discuss:

    NEWCASTLE CREATE HISTORY & IS THIS LIVERPOOLS WORST WEEK UNDER SLOT?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 68:42


    They have finally done it, Newcastle have won a MAJOR TROPHY after 70 years!!! Ben and Tom are joined by Watto and Ben Tozer who was at the Wembley Final to discuss that triumph and much more, including:

    "The WORST Manchester United Attack I've EVER Seen!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 66:45


    Should Arsenal be looking over their shoulder in a Top 4 battle and are we witnessing Man Utd's WORST ever striking partnership? Ben and Tom are joined by Watto to discuss the key talking points from the weekend's Premier League action including:

    Things You Didn't Know About Football Part 4!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 69:00


    We won't lie, we LOVE these episodes and we've seen that you guys like them too, so here's 'Things you Didn't Know About Football - Part 4' with Dave Watson! On this pod, we spoke about:

    “THE BIGGEST MISTAKE IN PREMIER LEAGUE HISTORY?!” & Is this the END for Darwin Nunez?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 89:04


    There's a bonus Football Fill-In episode this week! The lads dissect the midweek action in the Premier League as Liverpool went THIRTEEN POINTS CLEAR!  Ben and Tom are joined by Watto the legend to discuss: 

    Paul McVeigh - The Post-Season which CHANGED My Life...

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 109:09


    On the Fozcast this week we have former Spurs and Norwich striker Paul McVeigh! Since retiring from football, Paul has transitioned into being a Keynote speaker where he talks about applying mental tools to improve performance across different companies from around the world. In this episode we talk about:

    Is the Title Race OVER?! & Can Pep Rebuild Manchester City?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 99:50


    Was this the weekend that saw Liverpool clinch the Premier League title?!  Ben and Tom are joined by Watto and super Ben Tozer to discuss the following: 

    Antonee Robinson - Facing Mbappe, Chess with Pulisic and Adam Traore's SECRET! Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 51:33


    We absolutely LOVED the first part of the Antonee Robinson Fozcast - so here's Part 2!  In this ep, we talk about: 

    Have Arsenal SOLVED Their Striker Crisis & James Maddison hits back...

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 77:25


    The Football Fill-In returns with more DRAMA from another huge week of Premier League football.  Ben and Tom are joined by the legend Watto to discuss all of the following: 

    Antonee Robison - The meteoric rise of a Premier League & USA Superstar. Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 43:40


    On today's Fozcast we welcome Fulham and USA star Antonee Robison. Antonee AKA Jedi has been tearing it up in the Premier League this season and was a top tier guest. So much so, we filmed a part 2 for you… In part 1, we spoke about:

    Shots FIRED at Man United by Sancho! & Who's to BLAME at Spurs?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 86:52


    There's no Premier League, but there's plenty to discuss including the action from the FA Cup Fourth Round! Ben and Tom are joined by the legend Watto and super Ben Tozer to chat about:

    Things you Didn't Know About Football Part 3!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 60:08


    We are back with a fan favourite - things you didn't know about being a footballer, part 3!  We are joined by Former England GK coach Dave Watson for this one as we dive into the untold stories in football which you will want to know about! ❌ What's the WORST thing about being a footballer?!

    Is Rashford the BEST Transfer of the Window & Did Lewis-Skelly Mock Haaland?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 76:01


    Statement wins, big transfers and a potential season ending result - the Football Fill-In returns with all the reaction from the Premier League! Ben and Tom are joined by the legend Watto to discuss all of the following:

    Liam Ridgewell & The Impact of Lionel Messi on the MLS...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 64:31


    Today on the Fozcast we have one of Ben's former teammates who has played for Aston Villa, Birmingham, West Brom (we know!) and the Portland Timbers - it's Liam Ridgewell! We talked about… ⚽️ The IMPACT of Messi on the MLS

    “THE WORST DECISION I'VE EVER SEEN IN MY LIFE!”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 89:37


    The Football Fill-In returns with more DRAMA from another huge week of Premier League football. Ben and Tom are joined by the legend Watto to discuss all of the following:

    Simon Mignolet on that DRAMATIC Premier League Moment & Why he Left Liverpool?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 65:32


    We are back with another Fozcast episode this week and we are still on the road as we travelled all the way to Brussels in Belgium to film with former Liverpool and Belgium GK, Simon Mignolet! We talked about…

    "IT'S SO UNPROFESSIONAL!" | Is TIME Nearly Up for this Manager...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 80:49


    It's GW22 on the Football Fill-In and we have Ben, Dave Watson, Ben Tozer and Tom Ochoa on the show today!

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