Podcast appearances and mentions of ben haines

Ellen White and Ben Haines are at St Georges Park and react to the shock announcement that England goalkeeper Mary Earps is retiring from international football. Ellen shares her view on why now but they also reflect on what Mary did for the women's game and its profile, particularly for goalkeepers. Niamh Charles and Keira Walsh share their memories of playing with Mary and her impact off the pitch. They also look ahead to England's next Nations League games against Portugal and Spain as the Euros approaches. Ellen and Ben also talk Arsenal winning the Champions League and how Renee Slegers masterminded that huge victory over Barcelona. Plus Jen Beattie has caught up with her former teammate and Scotland captain Rachel Corsie who has announced her retirement from football this week. Rachel won 154 caps for Scotland and led her country out at their first ever World Cup in 2019 and is part of the Scotland camp for their next Nations League fixtures against Austria and the Netherlands.00:20 Intro 01:36 Mary Earps retires from England 04:10 Earps statement 10:28 Arsenal win the Champions League! 15:50 How did Arsenal do it? 20:35 Niamh Charles 25:00 Keira Walsh 32:30 Rachel Corsie with JenBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries next weekend: Wed 2000 Real Betis v Chelsea in the UEFA Conference League Final Fri 1945 England v Portugal in the UEFA Women's Nations League Sat 2000 PSG v Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League Final

CEO of WSL Football, Nikki Doucet, speaks exclusively to Ellen White and Ben Haines at the end of the domestic season. After the announcement of a major rebrand for professional women's football in England, Nikki discusses the reasons behind the new name and new look, plus what this means for the future of the WSL and newly renamed WSL 2. Nikki also talks to Ellen and Ben about the reports of scrapping relegation, increased spending in women's transfer windows, how the game is going to be grown and whether women's football will get a dedicated broadcasting slot, as well as giving us an insight into her own personal background.TIME CODES: 0'44” A rebrand that got fans talking? 2'47” Nikki Doucet's background 4'21” What it's like negotiating with clubs 8'18” Tangible things put in place over the last season 13'12” Change of name from Championship to WSL2 15'40” Lack of jeopardy in the league 22'20” Is there help for clubs who are struggling to fill their stadium? 25'03” How are you making women's football attractive for fans? 31'12” Disparity in transfer spending in the WSL 34'30” Looking ahead to the Euros (Recorded on Thursday 15th May 2025)BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wednesday 20th May: Europa League Final - Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester United, 8pm KO. Saturday 24th May: UEFA Women's Champions League Final - Arsenal v Barcelona, 5pm KO. Sunday 25th May: Premier League final day from 4pm.

Jen Beattie and Ben Haines are joined by Arsenal captain Kim Little to talk the Champions League final against Barcelona in Lisbon this Saturday. Jen asks Kim what makes her such a special player, how it feels to make the final and where Arsenal can expose Barcelona. It was also the domestic treble for Chelsea as they beat Manchester United 3-0 at Wembley in front of new investor Alexis Ohanian. Hear from manager Sonia Bompastor on how she wants Chelsea to be challenged by the rest of the league to compete with the highest competition. Reporter Alex Ibaceta joins the pod to share her expertise on Barcelona, who are their biggest threats and how they will match up against Arsenal. 00:20 Intro 01:36 Chelsea do the treble! 06:10 Sonia Bompastor 08:28 Sandy Baltimore performance 10:50 Kim Little with Jen! 21:35 Katie McCabe & Leah Williamson on Kim 27:00 How do Arsenal go up against Barcelona? 30:30 Barca with Alex IbacetaBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wednesday 20th May: Europa League Final - Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester United, 8pm KO. Saturday 24th May: UEFA Women's Champions League Final - Arsenal v Barcelona, 5pm KO. Sunday 25th May: Premier League final day from 4pm.

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines react to history made being made by Sonia Bompastor's Chelsea as they became the first the first WSL side to finish a 22-game season unbeaten. Ellen and Jen also talk Chloe Kelly's recent form as Arsenal sealed second place in the league.We hear from Sarina Wiegman as the Lionesses are handed a big Euros boost with the return of Lauren Hemp, Georgia Stanway and Alex Greenwood for their upcoming Nations League games.Plus, Manchester United duo Maya Le Tissier and Elisabeth Terland join the pod ahead of the FA Cup final this weekend where they will aim to defend their title.TIMECODES: 01:30 - Chelsea beat Liverpool so seal an invincible season. 05:00 - Arsenal seal second place in a seven-goal thriller against Manchester United. 07:25 - Chloe Kelly's form at Arsenal. 12:15 - Sarina Wiegman on her 27-player England squad for the two games Nations League games against Portugal and Spain. 14:40 - Ellen and Jen react to the latest Lionesses squad. 20:20 - Maya Le Tissier and Elisabeth Terland join the pod to talk about defending their FA Cup title. 30:40 - Ellen and Jen on their FA Cup experiences. 37:18 - Nathalie Bjorn on Chelsea's hopes to complete a domestic treble.

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines speak to two title winning managers as the domestic league season comes to a close. London City Lionesses manager Jocelyn Precheur joins the pod as they secure promotion to the WSL and become the first ever sole entity club to compete in the women's top tier. How influential is their owner, Michele Kang? And what are the benefits of being a smaller club? Sonia Bompastor reflects on winning the WSL title in her first year as Chelsea manager as they edge closer to an unbeaten season in the league. But does Chelsea's spending on players take away from their success on the pitch? As Manchester United secure Champions League football for next season, have they gone under the radar this season? And what might the repercussions be of Manchester City failing to qualify for Europe?TIME CODES: 1'52 Final day of the Championship drama 4'17 London City Lionesses manager Jocelyn Precheur 22'02 Chelsea win the WSL title 22'44 Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor 37'10 Manchester United qualify for Europe ahead of Manchester CityBBC Sounds/ 5 Live commentaries this week: Wednesday 7th May CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: PSG v Arsenal, live on 5 Live. Thursday 8th May EUROPA LEAGUE: Bodo Glimt v Spurs, live on 5 Live. EUROPA LEAGUE: Manchester United v Athletic Club, live on 5 Sports Extra. Saturday 10th May WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Liverpool 1230 KO, live on 5 Sports Extra. PREMIER LEAGUE: Southampton v Manchester City 1500 KO, live on 5 Live. PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Aston Villa 1730 KO, live on 5 Live. Sunday 11th May PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Leicester 1415 KO, live on 5 Live. PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v West Ham 1415 KO, live on 5 Sports Extra. PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Crystal Palace 1415 KO, live on BBC Sport Website and App. PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v Arsenal 1630 KO, live on 5 Live.

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines talk all things Champions League as Arsenal make it through to the final for the first time in 18 years. Jen and Ellen talk about former teammate and friend captain Kim Little and what makes her so good. On the flipside where did it all go so wrong for Chelsea as they went crashing out after defeat to Barcelona and is it a one sided rivalry? Plus the team chat the Championship as Crystal Palace head back down while it will go to the final day, either London City Lionesses or Birmingham City will make it to the WSL.00:20 Intro 01:36 Arsenal masterclass 06:40 Kim Little fan club 14:10 Renee Slegers tactics 17:50 Chelsea crash out 28:00 Palace relegation 32:30 Championship promotion raceBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 20:00 - Arsenal v PSG in the UEFA Champions League Wed 20:15 - Man Utd v Chelsea in the Women's Super League Thu 20:00 - Athletic Club v Man Utd in the UEFA Europa League Thu 20:00 - Tottenham v Bodø/Glimt in the UEFA Europa League

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines react to the Women's Champions League semi-final first legs. They are joined by BBC Sport's Emma Sanders who was in Barcelona, to dissect what went so wrong for Chelsea, who trail 4-1 heading into the second leg. They also react to Arsenal's first leg against Lyon – will they regret not making more of their chances against a Lyon team with an impressive home record? Plus they focus on Liverpool's Olivia Smith after an impressive few weeks – what does she need to do to continue her upwards progression?TIME CODES: 1'17 Reaction to Barcelona v Chelsea 5'27 Emma Sanders joins the pod 24'06 Reaction to Arsenal v Lyon 24'17 Renee Slegers post Lyon 36'55 One to watch: Liverpool's Olivia Smith

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines react to the FA Cup semi-finals where Chelsea and Manchester United booked their spots at Wembley. Holders Manchester United have reached a third successive final and they will look to get revenge over quadruple-chasing Chelsea who beat them in the showpiece fixture back in 2023.As well as reflecting on this year's finalists, with their Women's Champions League qualification hopes hanging in the balance and another trophyless season confirmed, the team look at what has gone wrong for Manchester City.Plus, the Champions League has reached the semi-final stage and there is an all-English final on the cards. Two huge rivalries are renewed this weekend as Arsenal host Lyon and Chelsea visit Barcelona in the first-legs.TIMECODES: 00:53 - Holders Manchester United reach a third successive FA Cup final. 06:50 - Manchester United being a dark horse this season. 10:55 - Marc Skinner reacts to his side booking their return to Wembley. 13:21 - Phallon Tullis-Joyce and Manchester United's defence this season. 17:40 - Chelsea's quadruple dream is still alive thanks to a late winner from Aggie Beever-Jones. 21:33 - What's gone wrong for Manchester City in another trophyless season? 29:10 - The Women's Champions League reaches the semi-final stage. 29:55 - Jen on Lyon manager Joe Montemurro, who managed Arsenal between 2017 and 2021. 34:36 - The Chelsea v Barcelona rivalry is renewed. 38:30 - Could we see an all-English champions league final? 39:11 - The WSL returns after the international break.

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines react to England losing 3-2 away to Belgium in the second of their double header in the Nations League. England went 3-1 behind in the first half with 19 year old Michelle Agyemang scoring a sensational goal on her senior debut 41 seconds after coming on the pitch to make it 3-2. Hear from manager Sarina Wiegman as she reflects on her teams performance and what went wrong. Elsewhere Wales got a good draw away to Sweden while Scotland capitulated against Germany losing 6-1. 01:00 Intro 04:20 England press & lack of intensity 10:15 Second half improvement & the subs 15:15 Sarina Wiegman 20:00 Michelle Agyemang 26:10 Hannah Hampton number one? 29:10 Home NationsBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: PSG v Aston Villa - Champions League - 20:00 - Wednesday 9th April Lyon v Man Utd - Europa League - 20:00 - Thursday 10th April Forest v Everton - Premier League - 15:00 - Saturday 12th April Arsenal v Brentford - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 12th April Liverpool v West Ham - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 13th April Newcastle v Man Utd - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 13th April BBC Sounds / 5 Sports Extra commentaries this week: Chelsea v Ipswich - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 13th April Wolves v Spurs - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 13th April

Ellen White and Ben Haines are down at St Georges Park catching up with Chelsea's Lucy Bronze and Lauren James. Lucy and Lauren give an insight into their relationship on the pitch and how being at Chelsea under Sonia Bompastor has helped both their games. They share what it's like heading into the Euros and how important every camp is from now until the summer. The team also discuss what it was like in those back to back games against City and how that prepares them for their double header against Belgium with the Lionesses. While Ellen and Ben were down at St Georges Jen caught up with her former Scotland teammate Claire Emslie as they prepare for their Nations League games against Germany. Claire talks how it's been since Scotland didn't qualify for the Euros and how the team is in transition. Plus an insight into life in LA with NWSL side Angel City!01:00 Welcome to St Georges Park! 06:20 Lucy Bronze & Lauren James 18:15 Mindset as Euros approaches 23:30 Lucy & Lauren on each others strengths 31:00 Claire Emslie with Jen 36:50 LA LifeBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Tue 1 Apr 1945 Arsenal v Fulham on 5 Live Tue 1 Apr 2000 Nottingham Forest v Man Utd on 5 Sports Extra Tue 1 Apr 1945 Wolves v West Ham on BBC Sport website Wed 2 Apr 2000 Liverpool v Everton on 5 Live Wed 2 Apr 1945 Newcastle v Brentford on 5 Sports Extra Wed 2 Apr 1945 Bournemouth v Ipswich on BBC Sport website Fri 4 Apr 2000 England v Belgium on 5 Sports Extra

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines react to England manager Sarina Wiegman's latest squad to face Belgium in their Nations League double header. Fran Kirby returns while Brighton's Maisie Symonds gets her first senior call-up. Ellen gives an insight into how you need to take your opportunity when you get the England call and Jen also shares what it's like when you aren't playing as much for your country. The team talk Chelsea and Manchester City as the two sides head into their fourth and final meeting with Chelsea taking a last minute victory at the weekend. The bottom of the table is tightening up with Aston Villa and Crystal Palace battling it out to stay in the WSL. Jen and Ellen give their opinion on who they think will stay up. 00:20 Intro 01:45 England squad & Sarina Wiegman 06:20 Maisie Symonds call up 08:10 Jen & Ellen experiences being dropped 11:11 Nikita Parris 20:30 Champions League 29:25 RelegationBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 2000 Arsenal v Real Madrid in UEFA Women's Champions League Thu 2000 Chelsea v Man City in UEFA Women's Champions League PROMO CLIPS

With no Premier League action to stress over, Jack is joined by presenter, producer and Bring Your Own Blockbuster co-host Ben Haines for a special Rule the Roost x BYOB crossover episode.The pair look back on a heartwarming afternoon at White Hart Lane as Spurs legends rolled back the years against AC Milan. There's plenty of nostalgia, a few tears, and even a car park run-in with Ledley King that Ben won't forget in a hurry.Then, in true BYOB style, Jack and Ben dive into the cinematic ‘classic' Goal! The Dream Begins (2005). Why did they cast someone who can't play football to star in a football film? That soundtrack. That dodgy nurse's outfit. And, was the game better back then, or are we just all a bit too online now?If you enjoy this episode, don't forget to check out Bring Your Own Blockbuster wherever you get your podcasts – and follow the show on socials @byobpod.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ruletheroost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Haines, Ellen White and Jen Beattie review Chelsea's win in the League Cup final, and assess where this leaves them ahead of their next three matches against Manchester City between now and next Thursday. There's also an interview with Chelsea's Sonia Bompastor on why results are more important than performances at this stage of the season.They also look at the complaints about the pitch during Saturday's final at Pride Park, and ask whether the League Cup final should move to Wembley.And will Birmingham City be promoted to the WSL? Amy Merricks, head coach of the Championship leaders, joins the pod. TIMECODES 03:00 Chelsea v Man City: Part One 11:55 Interview with Sonia Bompastor 22:30 Crystal Palace and the relegation battle 26:05 Birmingham City's promotion pushCommentaries on 5 Live/BBC Sounds: Wednesday: Manchester City v Chelsea - Women's Champions League (8pm) Thursday: Greece v Scotland - Men's Nations League play-off (7:45pm) Friday: England v Albania - Men's World Cup 2026 qualifying (7:45pm) Sunday: Manchester City v Chelsea - Women's Super League (2:30pm)

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines discuss the sacking of Manchester City manager Gareth Taylor days before the League Cup final against Chelsea. Ellen and Jen share their insight on interim boss Nick Cushing who they have both played under and why he is the right fit. Hear from City's Vivianne Miedema on the departure of Gareth Taylor heading into crucial run of fixtures. What happened to Arsenal who were put out of the FA Cup by Liverpool? Plus Ben sat down with Lucy Bronze as she prepares for her first final with Chelsea as Sonia Bompastor's side go for the quadruple!00:20 Intro 01:00 Gareth Taylor sacked! 07:50 Vivianne Miedema 11:10 Nick Cushing 20:30 Liverpool cause an upset 30:00 Lucy Bronze on the League Cup final 41:30 Ellen & Jen on Lucy's mentality BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 11 Mar 2000 Liverpool v PSG in the Champions League Wed 12 Mar 2000 Aston Villa v Club Brugge in the Champions League Thu 13 Mar 2000 Man Utd v Real Sociedad in the Europa League

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines examine whether the WSL could remove relegation as a way of expanding the division. They're joined by BBC Sport's Emma Sanders to explain the proposals that are under consideration. They also look at two days of managerial departures in the WSL, with Liverpool and Crystal Palace both changing their head coaches.TIMECODES00:14 Ellen White and her legacy cap 04:10 A dramatic return for the WSL 11:25 What next for Liverpool after Matt Beard's departure 18:28 Crystal Palace replace Laura Kaminski 23:15 Relegation and expansion in the WSL

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines reflect on England's disappointing draw against Portugal in the Nations League and how things can be improved against Spain at Wembley. Jen also gives her thoughts on where Scotland are given the changes to the squad and management. Ben has caught up with Ella Toone and Keira Walsh on how it feels preparing to face Spain for the first time since that World Cup final. You'll also hear from Spain and Arsenal defender Laia Codina - who talks about the difficult period in Spanish women's football since the World Cup final. Former national football federation boss Luis Rubiales was last week convicted of sexual assault after he kissed Spain's Jenni Hermoso without her consent during the medal ceremony.00:20 Intro 02:00 What did Ellen make of England Portugal? 07:10 Europe catching up? 10:30 Where are Scotland at? 17:20 Keira Walsh & Ella Toone 25:00 Laia Codina with Emma Sanders5 Live/Sports Extra Commentaries This Week: Wed 26 Feb 2000 England v Spain in UEFA Women's Nations League Fri 28 Feb 2000 Aston Villa v Cardiff in FA Cup Sat 1 Mar 1215 Crystal Palace v Millwall in FA Cup Sat 1 Mar 1215 Preston v Burnley in FA Cup on BBC Sport website Sat 1 Mar 1500 Bournemouth v Wolves in FA Cup Sat 1 Mar 1745 Man City v Plymouth in FA Cup Sun 2 Mar 1345 Newcastle v Brighton in FA Cup Mon 3 Mar 1930 Nottingham Forest v Ipswich in FA Cup

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines reflect on the last weekend of the WSL before the international break. Ellen gives an insight into what makes Bunny Shaw such a prolific striker and what a huge player she is for Manchester City. It was a massive weekend for Arsenal in the North London derby who smashed Spurs at the Emirates and also welcomed back Chloe Kelly for her second debut at the club. The team take a look at the likes of Aston Villa and Brighton who have been struggling recently and where it's going wrong for them. Plus Jen and Ellen talk England with Chloe Kelly being called into the England squad to replace injured Beth Mead. 00:20 Intro 05:00 Man City & Bunny Shaw 15:10 Brighton & Aston Villa struggles 20:30 North London derby 30:15 Chloe Kelly return & England squad 36:00 New away kits launched!BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tues 18 Feb 2000 Bayern Munich v Celtic in the Champions League. Wed 19 Feb 2000 Real Madrid v Manchester City in the Champions League. Fri 21 Feb 1945 Portugal v England in the Women's Nations League. Sat 22 Feb 1500 Arsenal v West Ham United in the Premier League. Sat 22 Feb 1730 Aston Villa v Chelsea in the Premier League on 5 Sports Extra. Sun 23 Feb 1400 Newcastle v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Sun 23 Feb 1630 Manchester City v Liverpool in the Premier League

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines are at the Arsenal training ground catching up with Alessia Russo and Lotte Wubben-Moy! Alessia and Lotte share an insight into what it's been like since Renee Slegers has been in charge and how that has helped on the pitch. Alessia and Ellen talk the pressure that comes with wearing the England number 9. Plus the team talk North London derby this weekend and playing at the Emirates. Sarina Wiegman announced her England squad that will play Portugal and Spain in the Nations League and tells Rob Schofield why Chloe Kelly has been left out while Nikita Parris makes her return. 00:20 Intro 02:00 Hello Alessia & Lotte! 05:10 Renee Slegers impact 08:30 Kelly Smith & strikers 16:15 Life outside football 25:00 Playing at the Emirates 29:15 North London derby 36:15 Lionesses team & Sarina WiegmanBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 11 Feb 2000 Exeter vs Nottingham Forest in FA Cup on 5 Sports Extra, Tue 11 Feb 2000 Man City vs Real Madrid in UEFA Champions League Wed 12 Feb 2000 Celtic vs Bayern Munich in UEFA Champions League

From Chloe Kelly to Keira Walsh, it was one of the biggest Women's Super League transfer windows in history! Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines are all together for the first time to digest the ins and outs of January 2025. WSL leaders Chelsea have strengthened even more, adding England midfielder Keira Walsh from Barcelona in another big-money move. Can anyone stop Sonia Bompastor's team and what does this side need to achieve in order to reach their potential? After posting a couple of emotional statements on social media surrounding her situation at Manchester City, Chloe Kelly completed an 11th-hour loan move to Arsenal. The team review a seven-goal thriller at the Joie Stadium, which was almost as chaotic as the transfer window, and Ellen and Jen help us understand different knee injuries after the news Georgia Stanway tore a lateral ligament and will be out for ‘several months.'  Timecodes: 02:30 - Keira Walsh is back in the WSL after a deadline day transfer to Chelsea 07:30 - How Chelsea are reaping the rewards of investing in their women's team. 10:45 - Liverpool manager Matt Beard on what impact will Chelsea's spending could have on the league. 12:41 - What do Chelsea need to achieve in order to reach their potential? 14:18 - The Chloe Kelly transfer saga which ended in a loan move to Arsenal. 20:19 - A summary of the rest of the transfer window. 21:27 - Review of the weekend's WSL action including a seven-goal thriller at the Joie Stadium. 25:57 - Ellen and Jen help us understand different knee injuries after the news Georgia Stanway tore a lateral ligament and will be out for ‘several months.' 27:40 - Is there a natural replacement for Stanway in the England squad?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 5 Feb 2000 Newcastle v Arsenal in Carabao Cup, Thu 6 Feb 2000 Liverpool v Tottenham in Carabao Cup, Fri 7 Feb 2000 Man Utd v Leicester in FA Cup.

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines talk the record signing of US defender Naomi Girma who has joined Chelsea from San Diego Wave for £900,000. Is there any stopping Chelsea who go seven points clear at the top of the table and what does this mean for the rest of the WSL. Ben caught up with Spurs boss Robert Vilahamn who gave an insight into recruitment and how he would like to see more female coaches coming through. Plus the team talk strikers and Vivianne Miedema on firing form once again. 00:20 Intro 02:00 Was it a penalty for Chelsea? 04:00 McCabe red card 08:30 Naomi Girma signing 15:15 The gap 18:00 Chloe Kelly & Transfers 20:15 Robert Vilahamn 34:30 Strikers BBC Sounds / 5 Live European commentaries this week: Wednesday 29th January CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Manchester City v Club Brugge 2000 KO – 5 Live CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Celtic 2000 KO – Sports Extra Thursday 30th January EUROPA LEAGUE: FCSB v Manchester United 2000 KO – 5 Live Saturday 1st February PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Liverpool 1500 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Aston Villa 1730 KO – Starts on Sports Extra and moves to 5 Live for Second Half Sunday 2ND February WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Arsenal 1200 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Crystal Palace 1400 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Spurs 1400 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Man City 1630 KO – 5 Live WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE: Tottenham v Manchester United 1845 KO – Sports Extra

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines talk Jen's announcement that she is retiring from football. The team take a look back at Jen's career, the highs and lows and what the future looks like post football. Ben sat down for a conversation with the Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor and discussed how it feels to have a target on her back, the environment she's created at the club and her perfect start. Plus Jen and Ellen share why they think Renee Slegers is the right fit to be the permanent manager at Arsenal and what went wrong for Manchester City in the derby. Timecodes:00:20 Intro 01:00 Jen's retirement! 07:20 Making the decision to retire 14:00 Jen on having a platform 25:15 Sonia Bompastor 40:15 Jen & Ellen on Sonia's management style 47:00 Arsenal & Slegers appointment 49:20 Manchester DerbyBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 21 Jan 1745 Monaco v Aston Villa Tue 21 Jan 2000 Liverpool v Lille Wed 22 Jan 2000 PSG v Man City Thu 23 Jan 2000 Man Utd v Rangers

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines are joined by West Ham captain and Matilda Katrina Gorry. Katrina gives an open and honest reflection on challenges she has faced on and off the field, including struggling with her mental health. Ellen and Katrina talk motherhood and how that has shaped how she approaches the game and in her role as captain. Ellen also shares how she decided to have children post football and what considerations she had to think about when making that choice. The WSL returns this weekend and Ellen and Jen give their views on moments that could define the season. Plus the team chat the WSL hall of fame latest inductees: Steph Houghton, Alex Scott, Gilly Flaherty. and Rebecca Welch. Warning: This episode contains discussions about eating disorders. If you or someone you know is in need of help, you can find links to organisations who can provide help and support at: www.bbc.co.uk/actionlineTimecodes: 00:20 Intro 03:00 Defining moments so far in the WSL 09:20 Katrina Gorry 30:30 Relegation zone 32:00 WSL half of fame 35:00 FA Cup drawBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this week:Wed 15 Jan 2000 Arsenal v Tottenham on 5 Live Wed 15 Jan 1930 Everton v Aston Villa on 5 Sports Extra Wed 15 Jan 1930 Leicester v Crystal Palace on BBC Sport website Wed 15 Jan 1930 Newcastle v Wolves on BBC Sport website Thu 16 Jan 2000 Man Utd v Southampton on 5 Live Thu 16 Jan 1930 Ipswich v Brighton & Hove on 5 Sports Extra Sat 18 Jan 1500 Brentford v Liverpool on 5 Live Sat 18 Jan 1730 Arsenal v Aston Villa on 5 Live Sun 19 Jan 1400 Manchester United v Brighton & Hove Albion on 5 Live Sun 19 Jan 1630 Ipswich Town v Manchester City on 5 Live Sun 19 Jan 1830 Manchester City v Manchester United (WSL) on 5 Sports Extra

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines host a New Year's eve special and are joined by England and Washington Spirit's Esme Morgan. The team chat how Esme has got on in America playing in the NWSL including making it to the championship final, losing out to Orlando Pride. Plus England under 17's head coach Natalie Henderson talks getting to the World Cup semi-finals and ambitions for the next generation of England players. Natalie also shares her journey in coaching including working with the Newcastle academy. Demi Stokes joins the pod to talk about her big move to newly promoted Championship side Newcastle United and how she has found the move. Plus Demi chats motherhood and her passion for cooking! Timecodes: 00:20 Intro & Esme Morgan returns! 02:00 Natalie Henderson 15:00 Esme & why the NWSL 22:20 Jen & Esme on playing in US 26:30 Demi Stokes 34:30 Esme on Euros draw 40:30 2025 hopes for women's football!

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines react to the Euro 2025 draw held in Switzerland. Commentator Vicki Sparks also joins the team to reflect on the groups and how Sarina could set up her team. England have been drawn in the 'group of death' alongside the Netherlands, France and fellow home nation, Wales. Ellen gives an insight into what it was like in the run-up to 2022 and how qualification makes it different this time around. Wales manager Rhian Wilkinson joins the pod to discuss the group and how she will approach Wales' first major tournament and facing the Lionesses! Swiss journalist Seraina Degen drops by to share insight into what Switzerland will be like as hosts and the country's ambitions for the tournament. The team also chat about what could be a significant weekend in the WSL with Chelsea dropping points for the first time this season. Timecodes: 00:20 Intro 02:00 Draw reaction 05:10 Sarina Wiegman 11:40 Where do we find England? 19:30 Wales & Rhian Wilkinson 27:00 WSL 29:30 SwitzerlandBBC Sounds / 5 Live Carabao Cup commentaries this week: Wed 18 Dec, 1945: Newcastle v Brentford Wed 18 Dec, 2000: Southampton v Liverpool – 5 Sports Extra Thu 19 Dec, 2000: Tottenham v Man Utd

Ellen White, Nedum Onuoha and Ben Haines talk return of the WSL after the international break and the brilliant form of Manchester City striker Bunny Shaw. Nedum and Ellen look at why Bunny Shaw is so good beyond scoring goals and Chelsea extending their unbeaten run. BBC Sport's Emma Sanders joins the pod to talk Manchester United's Sporting Director Dan Ashworth leaving the club and what it means for the women's squad. The panel discuss where United find themselves and how they can become a club really challenging for titles. Plus Champions League is back this week and is this Chelsea's best chance to win it?Timecodes: 00:20 Intro 03:00 WSL returns + Bunny Shaw 06:40 Why is Bunny Shaw so good? 12:40 United & Ashworth departure with Emma Sanders 16:30 What does it mean for the women's side? 26:30 Arsenal & Slegers future 30:00 Champions LeagueBBC Sounds / 5 Live European commentaries this week: Tue 10 Dec, 1745: Girona v Liverpool Tue 10 Dec, 1745: Dinamo Zagreb v Celtic – 5 Sports Extra Tue 10 Dec, 2000: RB Leipzig v Aston Villa Wed 11 Dec, 2000: Juventus v Man City Thu 12 Dec, 2000: Rangers v Tottenham

Jen Beattie, Ellen White and Ben Haines react to the EURO 2025 play-off finals which saw Wales make history, booking their place at next summer's European Championships in Switzerland, but heartbreak for Scotland as their golden generation miss their golden hour.The team react to an incredible night in Dublin for Rhian Wilkinson's side and a night of deja vu for Scotland in Finland. Hear from an emotional Claire Emslie and Jen discusses where it went wrong for Scotland and what next for Pedro Martínez Losa and his team.Ellen chats England's two friendlies against the Olympic champions, the USA, and EURO 2025 hosts, Switzerland. Hear from Grace Clinton and Millie Bright after the Lionesses' last outing of the year, plus the team ask what we have learnt from Sarina Wiegman's 'experimenting'.Timecodes: 1:05 - A historic night for Wales as they qualify for their first ever major tournament 4:46 - Goals from Hannah Cain and Carrie Jones. 8:18 - Reaction from Wales boss Rhian Wilkinson 10:28 - Heartbreak for Scotland at the hands of Finland again. 16:00 - Should Scotland have made changes sooner? 18:57 - Reaction from Claire Emslie 21:40 - What next for Scotland and Pedro Martínez Losa? 24:19 - EURO 2025 play-off round up. 25:20 - England v Switzerland and Sarina Wiegman's experimenting 27:25 - Reaction from Grace Clinton and Millie Bright 30:30 - England v USA, thoughts on the change of formation. BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this week:Wed 4 Dec, 19:30 – Newcastle v Liverpool – 5 Sports Extra Wed 4 Dec, 19:30 – Man City v Nottingham Forest – BBC Sport website Wed 4 Dec, 19:30 – Southampton v Chelsea – BBC Sport website Wed 4 Dec, 19:30 – Everton v Wolves – BBC Sport website Wed 4 Dec, 20:15 – Arsenal v Man Utd – 5 Live Wed 4 Dec, 20:15 – Aston Villa v Brentford – BBC Sport website Thu 5 Dec, 19:30 – Fulham v Brighton – 5 Sports Extra Thu 5 Dec, 20:15 – Bournemouth v Tottenham – 5 Live

Jen Beattie, Ellen White and Ben Haines talk international break as England take on the USA and Jen heads into the Scotland camp! Jen is in Edinburgh and catches up with her former teammates Sam Kerr and Nic Docherty as Scotland prepare to face Finland in the Euros play-off finals. Nic and Sam give an insight into where we find this Scottish side who will be looking to book their place in Switzerland next summer. Jen also chats to manager Pedro Martinez Losa who shares details of how important it is to bring through the next generation of Scotland players. Ben is at St Georges Park talking all things USA with Gotham FC defender Jess Carter and how she is feeling coming up against the Olympic champions.Timecodes: 00:20 Intro 03:00 England v USA 06:40 Jess Carter 17:50 Jen in Scotland! 16:30 Pedro 26:46 Sam Kerr & Nic Docherty 35:00 Barbra Banda voted BBC Women's Footballer of the yearBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 26 Nov: Sporting v Arsenal – UEFA Champions League Wed 27 Nov: Liverpool v Real Madrid – UEFA Champions League Wed 27 Nov: Celtic v Club Brugge – UEFA Champions League – 5 Sports Extra Thu 28 Nov: Tottenham v Roma – UEFA Europa League

Jen Beattie, Ellen White and Ben Haines react to the England squad announcement ahead of friendlies against USA and Switzerland. Hear from Lioness boss Sarina Wiegman on her selections, injury issues including Lauren Hemp and on the excitement around facing Emma Hayes at Wembley. In the WSL Ellen and Jen chat Chelsea's dominance with a record unbeaten run and what didn't work out for Manchester City on the day. Plus the team discuss how VAR could be used in the WSL at the main stadiums following a controversial penalty being awarded to Everton against Liverpool. Also Ben, Ellen and Jen congratulate Kristie Mewis and Sam Kerr on their pregnancy announcement and join Chelsea in condemning the abuse aimed at Kerr and Mewis on social media.Timecodes: 00:20 Intro 02:30 England team announcement 04:40 Sarina Wiegman 08:50 Ellen on external pressure 16:30 Chelsea's run continues! 19:46 Where did it go wrong for City? 21:45 VAR in WSL? 28:10 Kristie Mewis & Sam Kerr pregnancy news 34:00 How does Jen's hair stay up playing?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wales v Iceland – UEFA Nations League – 19:45 – Tuesday 19 November Arsenal v Juventus – UEFA Women's Champions League – 20:00 – Thursday 21 November Arsenal v Nottingham Forest – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 23 November Man City v Tottenham – Premier League – 17:30 – Saturday 23 November Southampton v Liverpool – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 24 November Ipswich v Man Utd – Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 24 November

Jen Beattie and Ben Haines are joined by Women's football writer for The Guardian Tom Garry to take a look at the bottom of the WSL table. The team discuss who is looking the most vulnerable and where the relegation battle could be decided. Crystal Palace and Wales defender Lily Woodham joins the pod and talks how she has found coming from Seattle Reign to Palace and how the newly promoted team is coping in the top flight. Plus Jen and Tom give their thoughts on the game of the weekend, Chelsea against Manchester City at Stamford Bridge. Timecodes: 00:20 Intro 01:00 Jen on the play-offs 02:40 Bottom of WSL table 05:30 West Ham first win 12:46 Lily Woodham & Palace 26:45 Chelsea v Manchester City 33:10 North London derby BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Greece v England – UEFA Nations League – 19:45 – Thursday 14 November Scotland v Croatia – UEFA Nations League – 19:45 – Friday 15 November Tottenham v Arsenal – Women's Super League – 13:45 – Saturday 16 November England v Republic of Ireland – UEFA Nations League – 17:00 – Sunday 17 November

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines take a look at Sonia Bompastor's Chelsea and the impressive start she has had at the club. Who are her biggest selection headaches and how has she put her stamp on Emma Hayes' legacy? Who could be the next Arsenal boss and has Renee Slegers done enough to get the job full-time? Ellen and Jen give their thoughts on what kind of manager is needed at the club and give an insight into Nick Cushing who is one possible candidate to replace Jonas Eidevall. Plus Jen talks NWSL play-offs with Bay FC and winning the 2024 Lauren Holiday Impact Award for her work off the pitch.And we want to hear from you! Email footballdaily@bbc.co.uk.Timecodes: 00:20 Intro 02:40 Sonia's Chelsea 07:40 Selection headaches 15:30 Who could be the new Arsenal manager? 28:60 NWSL play offs 31:12 Jen's award 34:10 Listener questions!BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Liverpool v Bayer Leverkusen – UEFA Champions League – 20:00 – Tuesday 5 November Club Brugge v Aston Villa – UEFA Champions League – 17:45 – Wednesday 6 November – Sports Extra Inter Milan v Arsenal – UEFA Champions League – 20:00 – Wednesday 6 November Wolves v Southampton – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 9 November Brighton v Man City – Premier League – 17:30 – Saturday 9 NovemberManchester United v Leicester – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 10 November Nottingham Forest v Newcastle – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 10 November – Sports Extra Spurs v Ipswich – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 10 November - Online Chelsea v Arsenal – Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 10 November

Ben Haines, Ellen White and Jen Beattie look back on the international break. They reflect on a win for England with goals from Grace Clinton & Leah Williamson, plus hear from manager Sarina Wiegman on the Lionesses' win.Plus, on a great night for all of the home nations, they reflect on success for Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland in the Euro 2025 play-offs, with Ceri Holland, scorer of Wales' winner joining to reflect on their win.Time Codes:01:50 – England reflections 13:55 – Sarina Wiegman 20:30 – Scotland 23:30 – Ceri Holland 25:40 – Northern Ireland 28:30 – Ballon d'Or

As title contenders Arsenal and Liverpool go head-to-head, who will prevail on Sunday at the Emirates? And can Julen Lopetegui's West Ham deepen Manchester United's woes?Ben Haines previews the action with the help of Nigel Reo-Coker and Don Hutchison. They look at whether Arsenal can overcome injuries and suspensions against Arne Slot's league leaders. And the panel examine why West Ham have struggled in the early weeks of the season.TIMECODES 1:00 Liverpool's run of form 8:45 Arsenal's injuries and ill-discipline 19:25 West Ham's slow start to the season

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines talk international football with Fran Kirby as England prepare for friendlies against Germany and South Africa. Ben sat down with Fran who spoke about what life has been like since leaving Chelsea and joining Brighton and also chats the Euros next summer in Switzerland. Ellen and Jen are joined by former teammate Caroline Weir who has recently returned from an ACL injury, just in time for crucial Euro qualifiers with Scotland. Caroline shares how her recovery was, ambitions for the Champions League with Real Madrid and how she's feeling being back with Scotland. Plus Ellen and Jen give their thoughts on who should win the Ballon d'Or! Get in touch by emailing footballdaily@bbc.co.uk!Timecodes: 00:20 Intro 01:40 Ellen & Jen takeover! 03:00 Caroline Weir 19:25 Fran Kirby with Ben 29:30 Who is England's first choice keeper? 32:10 Ballon d'Or 34:10 Will Jen & Ellen do a TikTok dance together? BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Arsenal v Shakhtar Donetsk – UEFA Champions League – 20:00 – Tuesday 22 October RB Leipzig v Liverpool - UEFA Champions League – 20:00 – Wednesday 23 October Fenerbahçe v Manchester United – UEFA Europa League – 20:00 – Thursday 24 October England women v Germany women – Friendly at Wembley – 19:30 – Friday 25 October Aston Villa v Bournemouth – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 26 October Everton v Fulham – Premier League – 17:30 - Saturday 26 October West Ham v Man Utd – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October Chelsea v Newcastle - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – Sports Extra Crystal Palace v Spurs - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October Arsenal v Liverpool - Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 27 October

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines react to the resignation of Arsenal manager Jonas Eidevall. Eidevall has been under pressure in recent weeks with Arsenal sixth in the WSL and suffering a heavy 5-2 loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Jen gives an insight into what Jonas was like as a manager and how he dealt with external pressure. Ellen and Jen answer your questions about who could be taking over as manager. To celebrate Black History Month Manchester United's Gabby George also joins the podcast to share her experiences on and off the pitch. Plus reaction to the England squad announcement ahead of the Lionesses friendlies against Germany and South Africa.Timecodes: 00:20 Intro 01:40 Jonas Eidevall leaving 05:00 Title race over? 11:25 Jen Jonas insight 14:00 Fan pressure 16:50 Who replaces Jonas? 19:32 England squad 25:04 Manchester United 28:21 Gabby George BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:Saturday 19th October Manchester United v Brentford - Premier League - 5 Live from 15:00 Bournemouth v Arsenal - Premier League- 5 Live from 17:30Sunday 20th October Wolves v Man City - Premier League - 5 Live from 14:00 Liverpool v Chelsea - Premier League - 5 Live from 16:30

Ellen White and Ben Haines are joined by former Aston Villa manager Carla Ward. Carla tells the team what it was like assisting Emma Hayes with the US squad at the Olympics. BBC Sport's Emma Sanders also drops by to take a deep dive into the Championship and take a look at the gap between the top teams and those nearer the bottom. The panel also debate WSL league expansion with promoting more teams from the Championship. It's Champions League week with huge games for Arsenal against Bayern Munich and Manchester City facing Barcelona; Ellen and Carla share their thoughts on how to approach such important matches against some of the biggest clubs. 00:20 Intro 02:40 Championship with Emma Sanders 08:00 Expansion? 17:50 Champions League 27:00 Carla & Olympics! 29:30 Jordan Nobbs recordBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: England v Greece - Nations League - 19:45 - Thursday 10th October Arsenal v Chelsea - Women's Super League - 13:45 - Saturday 12th October Man Utd v Tottenham - Women's Super League - 12:30 - Sunday 13th October Finland v England - Nations League - 17:00 - Sunday 13th October

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines are joined by Manchester City's Jill Roord who made her return at the weekend after recovering from an ACL injury. Jill talks about her recovery, Champions League and ambitions for the season.Jen and Ellen also give their thoughts on Chelsea and Manchester United's fixture being postponed due to the Champions League and issues with an increasingly busy schedule.Plus how the league is shaping up after week two as Palace were thrashed seven nil by Chelsea. 00:20 Intro 03:10 Chelsea United postponement 08:40 Injuries and recovery time 14:50 Crystal Palace 17:30 Jill Roord interview 29:10 Jen V Popp 31:50 Listener questions!Tuesday 1st October – Arsenal v PSG 8pm KO – Champions League on 5 Live Tuesday 1st October – Newcastle v Wimbledon 7.45pm KO – EFL Cup on 5 Sports Extra Wednesday 2nd October – Aston Villa v Bayern Munich 8pm KO – Champions League on 5 Live Thursday 3rd October – Porto v Manchester United 8pm KO – Europa League on 5 Live Saturday 5th October – Manchester City v Fulham 3pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live Saturday 5th October – Everton v Newcastle 5.30pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live Sunday 6th October – Aston Villa v Manchester United 2pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live Sunday 6th October – Chelsea v Nottingham Forest 2pm KO – Premier League on 5 Sports Extra Sunday 6th October – Brighton v Tottenham 4.30pm KO – Premier League on 5 live

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines talk Vivianne Miedema scoring against her former club Arsenal in the opening weekend of the WSL. Plus Jen and Ellen's thoughts on the new Chelsea era under Sonia Bompastor. The team are also joined by Brighton manager Dario Vidošić following his sides four nil victory over Everton. Dario gives an insight into the clubs new signings, his vision for the squad and his relationship with Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou. The Women's Football Weekly wants to hear from you! Get in touch with us by emailing footballdaily@bbc.co.uk.00:20 Intro 03:10 Miedema scoring against Arsenal! 07:20 Champions League 11:10 Sonia Bompastor era begins 15:10 Brighton manager Dario Vidošić 31:30 Does ketchup belong on a roast?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wycombe v Aston Villa – EFL Cup – 20:00 – Tuesday 24th September Liverpool v West Ham – EFL Cup – 20:00 – Wednesday 25th September Arsenal v Leicester – Premier League -15:00 – Saturday 28th September Wolves v Liverpool – Premier League – 17:30 – Saturday 28th September Ipswich v Aston Villa – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 29th September Manchester United v Tottenham – Premier League - 16:30 – Sunday 29th September

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines preview the start of the WSL season. The team chat how they see the title race panning out and round up all the transfer news.Hear from Manchester City's new signing Vivianne Miedema on why she decided to join City and manager Gareth Taylor on scoring more goals!Plus Ben caught up with Arsenal's Mariona Caldentey and fellow Spaniard Laia Codina on why players are leaving Spain.The Women's Football Weekly wants to hear from you! Get in touch with us by emailing footballdaily@bbc.co.uk 00:20 Intro & new co-host Jen Beattie! 04:10 Title race 06:10 Gareth Taylor & Vivianne Miedema 15:54 Who can challenge Chelsea? 17:50 Arsenal 20:00 Mariona Caldentey and Laia Codina 26:50 Brighton & transfers 32:00 Predictions!BBC Sounds/5 Live Commentaries this week:AC Milan v Liverpool - Champions League - 20.00 - Tuesday 17th September Manchester City v Inter Milan - Champions League - 20.00 - Wednesday 18th September Atalanta v Arsenal - Champions League - 20.00 - Thursday 19th SeptemberBBC Sounds / 5 Sports Extra commentaries this week: Manchester United v Barnsley – Carabao Cup – 20:00 – Tuesday 17th September

Ellen White and Ben Haines are back for a very special episode of Women's Football Weekly as they go inside Cobham and talk about all things Chelsea Women ahead of the new Women's Super League season.Hear from new Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor on what her style of football looks like, and what she'll be doing differently at Chelsea to Emma Hayes.Also hear from new summer signing Lucy Bronze on what prompted her to decide to make the move to the WSL champions.Plus, Sam Kerr speaks to Ben about her recovery from ACL and all things wedding planning!Look out for the Women's Football Weekly Preview podcast on the Football Daily feed on Tuesday.BBC Sounds/5 Live Commentaries this week:Liverpool v Nottingham Forest - Premier League - 15.00 - Saturday 14th September Aston Villa v Everton - Premier League - 17.30 - Saturday 14h September Tottenham v Arsenal - Premier League - 14.00 - Sunday 15th September Wolves v Newcastle - Premier League - 16.30 - Sunday 15th September AC Milan v Liverpool - Champions League - 20.00 - Tuesday 17th September Manchester City v Inter Milan - Champions League - 20.00 - Wednesday 18th September Atalanta v Arsenal - Champions League - 20.00 - Thursday 19th September

Ben Haines has reaction to England beating France to boost their chances of qualifying for UEFA Euro 2025. He's joined by Rachel Brown-Finnis, Fara Williams and commentator Vicki Sparks. Hear interviews with Sarina Wiegman, Alessia Russo and Georgia Stanway. And chief football news reporter Simon Stone joins the pod with football finance expert Kieran Maguire to talk Man City as they prepare to face the Premier League in a legal battle.03:00 England should ‘remember the moment' 04:30 Sarina Wiegman INTERVIEW 08:30 England show resilience 10:06 Alessia Russo INTERVIEW 11:45 Russo ‘magnificent' & ‘mature' 14:20 Georgia Stanway INTERVIEW 16:05 Wiegman rewarded for consistent selection 19:30 Man City set to face Premier League in legal battle 22:20 Is this linked to the 115 charges, which City deny? 23:25 Kieran Maguire has his say

Ben Haines is joined by Vicki Sparks, plus former Lionesses Karen Bardsley and Carly Telford, to react to England's 2-1 loss to France in their crucial European Championship qualifier. The team touch on a tired second-half performance from England, Mary Earps' injury and France's fluidity in possession. We hear from England boss Sarina Weigman, captain Leah Williamson, and goal scorer Beth Mead before the team chat about Emma Hayes' start to life as USA head coach. Finally, John Murray joins the pod from Wembley stadium on the eve of the Champions League Final between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid. He previews the game with The Mirror's John Cross and Kicker writer, Patrick Kleinmann, whilst also hearing from both managers.Timecodes: 0:13 Intro & reflections on the match 4:23 Beth Mead post-match interview 8:20 Sarina Weigman post-match interview 13:34 Leah Williamson post-match interview 15:52 Emma Hayes interview and discussion 21:34 Champions League Final preview

Ben Haines and England Women's record goal scorer Ellen White talk Euro 2025 qualifiers as England prepare to face France. Ellen also sat down for a very special interview with former Lionesses captain Steph Houghton on her retirement. Ellen and Steph talk through their time together on England camps as roommates and Steph's highlights with England, as well as playing for Team GB at two Olympic games. Steph talks her decision to retire and what she is looking forward to post football. Plus Wales and Manchester United midfielder Hayley Ladd drops by ahead of their qualifier against Ukraine. Timecodes: 0:10 Intro 02:10 Steph Houghton with Ellen 24:43 Champions League 30:00 Jess Carter & Euro qualifiers 33:24 Hayley Ladd & Wales

Ben Haines and England Women's record goal scorer Ellen White are joined by Chelsea captain Millie Bright following their fifth WSL title in a row. Millie gives an insight into the title run in and the games that defined it. Plus what the conversations were between Emma Hayes and the players in those final games. Ellen and Millie discuss the legacy Emma has left in the WSL as she departs for the USA and how her impact on the women's game has driven standards across women's sport. Millie's French bulldog Zeus also makes a surprise appearance! Timecodes: 0:10 Intro 03:45 United match 08:20 Chelsea leavers 20:41 Mary Earps contract 24:30 Games that defined the title 31:20 Emma Hayes legacy

Ben Haines and England Women's record goal scorer Ellen White are joined by Aston Villa and Scotland captain Rachel Corsie. The team react to the England squad announcement ahead of the next set of Euro 2025 qualifiers and Manchester United winning the FA Cup for the first time. Plus Ellen and Rachel give their thoughts on the surprise announcement that the WSL's top goal scorer Vivianne Miedema is leaving Arsenal.Timecodes: 0:10 Intro 02:35 England squad announcement 09:20 FA Cup 21:41 Miedema leaving Arsenal 28:21 WSL final weekend

Ben Haines and Nedum Onuoha have reaction as Arsenal take the Premier League title race to the final day. They're joined by Nigel Reo-Coker and ESPN's Mark Ogden. Also hear from Mikel Arteta and Erik ten Hag, what about Casemiro's struggles in defence? And catch up with Ella Toone and BBC Sport's Emma Sanders as Manchester United win their first Women's FA Cup.02:00 Final ‘Nedum's picks' of the season? 04:05 Arsenal take title race to the final day 05:40 Casemiro struggles in defence again 13:25 Mikel Arteta: ‘It's an unbelievable day' 17:50 What are Arsenal's title chances? 20:55 Ten Hag: ‘We were competitive' 25:50 Man Utd win Women's FA Cup 28:10 Ella Toone gets goosebumps 33:20 Do Tottenham come away with any credit? 34:25 A Tube encounter with Rachel Williams 35:15 Scorchers being dealt in ‘Question Time'

Ben Haines and England Women's record goal scorer Ellen White look ahead to the FA Cup final with Manchester United's Nikita Parris and Spurs' Bethany England and Becky Spencer. Liverpool's Gemma Bonner also drops by to chat about her season and the success the team is having and the fight for fourth. Plus Ellen and Ben dissect a weekend of football that threw the title race wide open!Timecodes: 00:10 Intro 01:00 Title race wide open! 10:30 Gemma Bonner 20:00 Nikita Parris on FA Cup final 29:10 Becky Spencer & Bethany England

Ben Haines and Nedum Onuoha talk Premier League as Liverpool thrash Tottenham. They're joined by QPR captain Asmir Begović and The Telegraph's Luke Edwards. Also hear from Jürgen Klopp and Ange Postecoglou. Catch up with João Pedro after Brighton beat Aston Villa. Mauricio Pochettino and David Moyes reflect on Chelsea 5-0 West Ham. And the Women's Super League title race is well and truly back on!02:30 Nedum ranks his picks with ‘better vibes' at Anfield 04:40 Liverpool's Jürgen Klopp rates Gary Flintoff's jumper 13:10 Putting the Mo Salah saga to bed 15:20 Tottenham's Ange Postecoglou: “We're in a rut” 22:25 Brighton's match-winner João Pedro 25:35 Chelsea's Pochettino praises ‘team performance' 29:30 West Ham's David Moyes on ‘incredibly painful watch' 33:40 WSL title race swings wide open

Ben Haines and England Women's record goal scorer Ellen White are joined by England and Manchester City's Esme Morgan. The team reflect on the Champions League drama as Chelsea lost out to Barcelona in the semi-final and a look at the promotions and relegations. Plus Esme and Ellen share their thoughts on a new three-year project researching ACL injury prevention.Timecodes: 0:10 Intro 04:30 Chelsea out of Champions League 16:10 Esme on Man City & title race 20:30 Promotion and relegation 25:10 New ACL project

Ben Haines has Premier League reaction as Arsenal & Man City keep up the pace at the top. He's joined by former Tottenham defender Stephen Kelly, QPR captain Asmir Begovic and The Telegraph's Luke Edwards. Also hear from Mikel Arteta, Pep Guardiola, Ange Postecoglou, Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espírito Santo and Man City's ‘exhausted' defender Joško Gvardiol.02:40 Are Liverpool out of the title race? 04:40 Mikel Arteta & Ange Postecoglou after Arsenal beat Spurs 06:15 Do Tottenham need a set piece coach? 12:20 Arsenal showing the title credentials? 16:40 Man City overcome tiredness to beat Forest 21:40 Joško Gvardiol: “I'm exhausted to be honest” 26:00 Pep Guardiola fires back at keyboard warriors 29:15 Nuno Espírito Santo on Forest's ‘good performance' 33:35 Relegation fears ‘take years off your life' 36:10 Bournemouth break club top flight points record

Ben Haines and England Women's record goal scorer Ellen White are joined by Bay FC's Jen Beattie. Jen gives an insight into life in San Francisco and how the NWSL compares to the WSL, plus her thoughts on the new Taylor Swift album! Chelsea's Erin Cuthbert drops by after scoring the only goal against Barcelona in the Champions League semi-final, making it advantage Chelsea heading into the second leg. As the Championship also draws to a close Head of Women's Football at Crystal Palace Grace Williams joins the pod as the club sit on the brink of promotion. Timecodes: 0:10 Intro 01:30 Jen Beattie & Bay FC! 12:10 Erin Cuthbert on Champions League 24:10 Title Race 30:00 Grace Williams Crystal Palace