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WE ARE BACK, THE SECOND TIER IS BACK! A new host! Rob Edwards sacked via social media?! Bristol City finally replaced Roy Hodgson! Watford appoint a manager, has he been sacked yet?! It's the Second Tier. #Championship #SecondTier #EFL #SecondTierPodcast Sign up for bonus content and access to the Second Tier Discord ➡️ / @secondtierpod Don't miss a video! Subscribe NOW: / @secondtierpod About the Second Tier Podcast: A podcast dedicated to the EFL Championship. Lucas Yeomans and Justin Peach bring you three episodes every week with opinions and news from the second tier of English football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Talk Club, set up in a Bristol pub seven years ago, offers a space for men to get together and discuss their mental health. That's something too few of us still do, as shown by the horrible statistic that in the UK, a man dies by suicide roughly every 90 minutes – the length of a football match.With this episode recorded during Men's Health Week, and with the World Cup bringing many men together in a highly emotional state, it seemed an appropriate time to sit down with Gavin Thorpe, one of Talk Club's two founders.The clubs have rapidly expanded, to 150 branches across the country. But with suicide still the biggest killer of UK men under 50, the need to talk remains urgent. Why are we men so reluctant to open up about what's getting us down? Are Talk Club's activities moving the needle? And do young men – far more in touch with emotions than their grandads – offer hope?Content warning – this episode, as you might have guessed, contains discussions of suicide and mental ill health. But it's a great chat, and by no means all doom and gloom – hope you enjoy.The Bristol Cable is Bristol's community-owned cooperative newsroom – fiercely independent journalism that puts people before profit. Since 2014, we've been holding power to account through investigative reporting, community campaigns, and democratic media ownership. Because when journalism serves the community, not shareholders, real change becomes possible.Support independent journalism and help us bring more vital conversations to Bristol: become a Bristol Cable member.
In December the government announced plans to invest £500m in the country's youth services – which were gutted during austerity – and create 50 major new and revitalised youth hubs – including at Docklands in St Paul's. Shockingly this is the first time there has been a national youth strategy in a couple of decades. Our guest today is a man who – like your host Neil – has a long history of working with young people. He's the outspoken Ben Carpenter, founder and CEO of local youth and community organisation Grassroot Communities.The pair reflect on the state of youth services, and whether the government's plans go far enough. We get into the massive new Youth Zone opening in south Bristol this month – what are the pros and cons of these kinds of places? And with young people facing massive challenges from financial insecurity to online harms to knife crime, we ask what services should be there for them in an ideal world. Enjoy…The Bristol Cable is Bristol's community-owned cooperative newsroom – fiercely independent journalism that puts people before profit. Since 2014, we've been holding power to account through investigative reporting, community campaigns, and democratic media ownership. Because when journalism serves the community, not shareholders, real change becomes possible.Support independent journalism and help us bring more vital conversations to Bristol: become a Bristol Cable member.
Patch, Matt and Andy from Bang Bang Podcast with a round up of the weeks events at Bristol City and another random Mount Rushmore.
The brilliant EFL YouTuber Jack Ward joins Pete & Fevs to share a neutral view on the appointment of Michael Skubala, his excitement on what we can expect and the fit with this current Bristol City side. Who needs to stay, who probably goes, and who should we look to sign? All is covered! Along with some ex-Oxford United player reminiscing.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Minay, a commentator and reporter who has become a regular voice on 5Live and also Match of the Day recently and Mike will be part of the BBC's World Cup team which starts in just over a week's time, so exciting times ahead. Mike's first steps into the world of football were a long way from the grand stages of World Cups, at the likes of Congleton Town and Macclesfield, Yeovil and Bristol City.
Mike Minay, a commentator and reporter who has become a regular voice on 5Live and also Match of the Day recently and Mike will be part of the BBC's World Cup team which starts in just over a week's time, so exciting times ahead. Mike's first steps into the world of football were a long way from the grand stages of World Cups, at the likes of Congleton Town and Macclesfield, Yeovil and Bristol City.
Emily from the brilliant Lincoln City fan podcast The Stacey West joins us to shed expert knowledge on all things Michael Skubala. How did he build a 100+ point winning side, and will we enjoy listening to him on Radio Bristol? All is revealed... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Uncle Albert joins us to share his brilliant story from Non-League to Premier League, being a Bristol City legend despite his teams not having successful seasons, and playing the game with pure joy. Episode originally released as 'A Cider With: Albert Adomah' on 3rd January 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pete, Fevs, Paul, Dave & a host of City fans live on Spaces react to the news of Michael Skubala being named new Bristol City Manager. How does everyone feel about the duo of him & Ellis, and what does it mean for our Summer business? Episode proudly sponsored by South Central Barbers! Use code 'OSIB' for 15% off your first booking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Patch, Matt and Lee "The Ref" Poole talking all things Bristol City.
This week we welcome back to Unpacked Paul Smith. Last time we had him on the show, in 2020, he was in the local news every week as the councillor in charge of Bristol's housing. For most of the last six years he's been out of the public spotlight, but in the last few weeks has been selected to help locals decide how to spend millions of pounds of government money in the place he grew up – Hartcliffe. While he's not lived there for more than 25 years, it's a place he remains passionate about – enough to have written a book, Hartcliffe Betrayed, about how the neighbourhood has been failed by people in power, ever since it was planned after the Second World War.Paul, himself a former local Labour councillor for Hartcliffe, and more recently the CEO of a housing association, now finds himself trying to ensure Hartcliffe doesn't get betrayed again. The programme he'll be leading, Pride in Place, will see £20m invested in the area over 10 years.So why is Paul the right man for the job? How will he ensure that local people get a proper say in how that money – less than it sounds – is put to work? And what would success look like? Sit down and find out, in a hard-hitting and sometimes humorous edition of Bristol Unpacked…The Bristol Cable is Bristol's community-owned cooperative newsroom – fiercely independent journalism that puts people before profit. Since 2014, we've been holding power to account through investigative reporting, community campaigns, and democratic media ownership. Because when journalism serves the community, not shareholders, real change becomes possible.Support independent journalism and help us bring more vital conversations to Bristol: become a Bristol Cable member.
Frankie joins us to discuss his time at Bristol City including the iconic double winning season under Cotts, his upset at leaving the club, and some crazy pre-season stories. Episode originally released as 'A Cider With: Frank Fielding' on 15th October 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
IDLES drummer & huge City fan Jon Beavis joins us to discuss being in one of Bristol's most iconic bands, nearly packing it all in, and his favourite Bristol City moments. Episode originally released as 'A Cider With: Jon Beavis' on 27th March 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Portsmouth Football Club's retained list is thoroughly picked apart by Jake Smith, Henry Deacon and Tom Malley. Conor Chaplin's release from Ipswich Town, the inclusion of Adrian Segečić as a back-up option in Croatia's preliminary World Cup squad and the latest on Bristol City's search for a new manager are all topics that feature on this instalment as well.
Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach discuss the latest from spygate and other Championship news.THAT picture of the “spy”…Questionable coffee purchases!A new spending cap for the Championship?!New managers for Burnley, Bristol City and Blackburn!It's the Second Tier.Sign up to our Patreon here for ad-free episodes, bonus content and access to the Discord for $4 a month.You can also join our brand new YouTube Membership here!Watch this episode on YouTube here!Follow us on X, Instagram and email us secondtierpod@gmail.com.**Please rate and review us on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It means a lot and makes it easy for other people to find us. Thank you!**Second Tier is the UK's No.1 podcast dedicated to the EFL Championship. Subscribe for new podcasts every Thursday, Friday and Sunday throughout the football season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A comprehensive assessment of the second half of Portsmouth's 2025/26 SkyBet Championship season with Jake Smith, Kevin Stokes and Joe Wood. The episode concludes with an update on Bristol City's pursuit of John Mousinho, with journalist Jordan Cross from the Portsmouth News providing further insight into the situation.
Keith joins us to talk through his unique association at Bristol City, from player to academy coach to manager, and reveals the real reason Steve Coppell left the club after two games. Episode originally released as 'A Cider With: Keith Millen' on 23rd May 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Topics such as Andre Dozzell's move to D.C United, the planned redevelopment of the Fratton Park pitch and the start of the 2025/26 EFL Play-Offs are all covered in this episode by Jake Smith, Alex Fletcher and Danny Thompson. An update on Bristol City's reported pursuit of John Mousinho is also provided by the panel, who discuss the performances of the players who spent time on loan at Portsmouth throughout the campaign too.
"Thank You Roy" with Patch, Matt and Nige Whittle.
This season in a change to what we normally do Pete Nordsted & Jimmy Kempton will start looking at games from the EFL as well as the Premier League.This weeks matches we look at the following:Premier League: Arsenal v Fulham & Manchester United v LiverpoolChampionship: Portsmouth v Birmingham & Bristol City v StokeLeague One: Exeter v Bradford City & Stevenage v WiganLeague Two: Barrow v Newport County & Swindon v Chesterfield
Charlotte Healy met the media today ahead of City's visit to Sheffield United for the final game of the season in Barclays WSL2.
Alex Dicken and Brian Dick discuss the players who may have played their last home games for Birmingham City and pick through Saturday's 2-1 win over Bristol City. They also delve into the game of inches that means Blues are near to hitting a 14-year high but not closer to the play-offs. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/keeprighton Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee
"Sunny Away Day" with Patch, Matt and Northern Wigan Andy.
Bristol City Women boss Charlotte Healy previews the final home game of the season as we welcome Newcastle United to Ashton Gate.
Welcome to Episode 375 of the Total Saints Podcast!This week, Martin is joined by Steve Grant, Glen de la Cour and Alfie House to look back on Southampton's 2-2 draw with Bristol City — a result that may have dented hopes of automatic promotion, but did little to erase the momentum and resilience built during a remarkable unbeaten run.The panel reflect on a frustrating night at St Mary's, where Saints never quite found their rhythm, conceded two poor goals, and were second best for long spells, but still showed the spirit to come from behind twice. There's discussion around the tactical setup, the impact of Jack Stephens dropping out in the warm-up, some below-par individual performances, and whether the Bristol City game simply came one match too far in a relentless run.Attention then turns to Wembley, with Southampton preparing for an FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City. The team discuss whether it's a free hit, what sort of side Tom may pick, whether Saints can realistically lay a glove on City, and why the occasion itself still matters regardless of the result.There's also chat on the extra ticket allocation, the expected sea of yellow at Wembley, Championship clubs rejecting a version of VAR for next season, and Leicester's spectacular collapse into League One.Plus, a big thank you to everyone who's backed the TSP Shop ahead of Wembley, and a quick mention of the upcoming Marieanne Spacey-Cale interview coming soon on the channel and podcast feed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A midweek special for you lovely listeners. Tom Pickett returns to the starting lineup with a special guest. He welcomes debutant Lewis Sinacola to break down the disappointing result to the hands of Bristol City on Tuesday night. Together they discuss whether it's a bridge too far in terms of automatic promotion. They also give news from the Championship XI of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
"A Solid Point" with Patch, Matt and Dan Carter.
Our audio programmes give all supporters, but particularly those who are blind or partially-sighted, the opportunity to enjoy the best of our matchday programmes. In this edition, for our Sky Bet Championship match against Bristol City, on Tuesday 21st April, Cyle Larin tackles our A-Z of Football feature, while we also have the thoughts of head coach Tonda Eckert, the latest from our Women's team and a look at our opponents.
The ITN crew are back after a number of weeks on the bench just in time to celebrate the form and our trip to Wembley. After incredible wins against Arsenal, Wrexham and Derby, Ray & Tim celebrate further wins against Blackburn last Tuesday and our comeback win in South Wales against Swansea. The fun doesn't stop there. Another heavy week looms large with the visit of Bristol City and our return to Wembley for an FA Cup Semi Final against Manchester City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Norwich City are very enjoyable to watch on the road in the Championship, winning their eighth away game in the last ten at Bristol City on Saturday. Mo Toure's second hat-trick will win him the headlines, but a much-improved second half, with Philippe Clement watching on from the stands, saw them run away as 4-2 victors over Roy Hodgson's side. Host Connor Southwell is joined by Paddy Davitt to reflect on a brilliant weekend for the Canaries as they bounced back with gusto after that derby day setback. **For more details on our live Pink Un podcast event, and to purchase your tickets: https://www.pinkun.com/sport/norwich-city/25988459.pink-un-pod-live-join-us-may-3rd-yard-norwich/***Picture: Focus Images Ltd***You can also hear the Pink Un Podcast on Norwich's Community radio station, Future Radio 107.8FM.***To get in touch with the podcast now and in future, send any comments and questions into the crew with an email to norfolksport@archant.co.uk or get in touch with us @pinkun on Twitter, where our direct messages are open.And if you're interested in sponsoring the pod, or placing an advert in one of our shows, email connor.southwell@newsquest.co.ukALSO FIND US AT THE FOLLOWING:Subscribe: pinkun.com/podcastTwitter: twitter.com/pinkunFacebook: fb.me/thepinkunInstagram: instagram.com/the_pinkunFind more details on how you can sign up to Pink Un + here: https://www.pinkun.com/pinkunplus/#ncfc #norwichcity #podcast
"Good first half" with Patch, Matt and Triple M (Marathon Man Mark) Please sponsor him if you can here... https://2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/mark-powell
Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach discuss the latest news from across the Championship.A potential points deduction at West Brom?Kieran McKenna to Bournemouth?Bristol City target a promotion-winning manager!Sheffield United let a former Premier League midfielder leave!It's the Second Tier.Sign up to our Patreon here for ad-free episodes, bonus content and access to the Discord for $4 a month.You can also join our brand new YouTube Membership here!Watch this episode on YouTube here!Follow us on X, Instagram and email us secondtierpod@gmail.com.**Please rate and review us on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It means a lot and makes it easy for other people to find us. Thank you!**Second Tier is the UK's No.1 podcast dedicated to the EFL Championship. Subscribe for new podcasts every Thursday, Friday and Sunday throughout the football season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
"Stalemate in London" - Patch and Matt are joined pre-match by Ben Bond, at half-time by Rob Blamey and full-time by Tim Knowles for this short pod!
No Andy this week, So Ant takes on hosting duties and is joined by Dun and the QPR NYC Poet Laureate, Jacob Tingle all the way from San Antonio. After all, New York is the San Antonio of America....or something like that.- Shamone you R's - Kolli's goal celebration was really off the wall.- Paul Smyth Sniffs out a second- Foul on minute 84, Imran Louza Baby, He Scored Wearing Kelme- Is Ed Still Watford Manager?- Wear a cap, Joe!- Preston Press on Early in the second half- A Small Slice of luck puts the R's level- Thierry Small - Man of the Millenium?- Harvey Vale's hat-trick of almost assists- Bennie couldn't bury his late chances- 4 unbeaten - Promotion form (If the season was 5 games long)- The Value of Vale- The Stones of Joe- Jacob Tingle - Scourge of the USL left back- ...Apart from Niko- Congrats to Alfie Lloyd's Lincoln- Dagenham & Redbridge become Andy's new obsession- QPR Fans are bloody brilliant- Kicking off about the kick off times- Still cold in NYC- World Cup Carnage as everyone is taking the p...- Jason Parker - Professor of Bracketology- The Purple and Lime Robins, go nob nob nobbin along as Dun remembers some nads-Predictions - A Live Stanza reading from Jacob- Some really lovely stuff, including some visitors from home, and a blast from the football past for Dun.Bristol City 7.30am at the Factory on Saturday. Set them alarmsRate review etc...-
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 42 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order… West Brom vs Millwall, Coventry vs Sheffield Wednesday, Norwich vs Ipswich, QPR vs Bristol City, Birmingham vs Wrexham, Rest of the Saturday 3pms-Essential EFL is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/essential-eflYou can also listen to Essential EFL on your smart speaker by asking it to "play Essential EFL".For more EFL news, head to skysports.com/footballFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
"Two in Two" with Patch, Matt and Andy Hall.
Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach look back on the Good Friday action in the Championship.Millwall get a HUGE win in the top two race at Middlesbrough!Blackburn boost their survival hopes with a win at Birmingham!Leicester and Oxford miss the chance to climb out of the bottom three!Roy Hodgson wins his first game back at Bristol City!It's the Second Tier.Sign up to our Patreon here for ad-free episodes, bonus content and access to the Discord for $4 a month.You can also join our brand new YouTube Membership here!Watch this episode on YouTube here!Follow us on X, Instagram and email us secondtierpod@gmail.com.**Please rate and review us on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It means a lot and makes it easy for other people to find us. Thank you!**Second Tier is the UK's No.1 podcast dedicated to the EFL Championship. Subscribe for new podcasts every Thursday, Friday and Sunday throughout the football season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join us as we look back at the loss against Bristol City and ahead to the Easter Monday game at Watford, hearing from Nathan Jones and Matty GoddenThanks to our sponsors PSF Steel Ltd for making this show possible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
"Very Good Friday" with Patch, Matt and Del Bussey.
Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Middlesbrough loans manager Tommy Smith discuss the top stories from the EFL. Millwall can move into the Championship automatics this weekend, what do the guys make of Roy Hodgson joining Bristol City? Hear from Port Vale chair Carol Shanahan ahead of Port Vale's trip to Chelsea in the FA Cup. And get the thoughts of Barrow interim boss Sam Foley after their big win over Bromley. Messages and voicenotes always welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.01:55 Best or worst of April Fools' Day, 03:10 Easter weekend is upon us, 04:00 Millwall can move into automatics, 09:05 How do you deal with nerves? 11:15 Bristol City hitting the buffers? 16:50 Short-termism of hiring Hodgson, 23:10 Port Vale prepare for Chelsea away, 25:55 Carol's fixture congestion concerns, 31:15 Bottom of EFL Barrow beat Bromley, 35:40 72PLUS 72MINUS.5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Wed 2000 Chelsea v Arsenal in UWCL, Sat 1715 Chelsea v Port Vale in FA Cup, Sat 2000 Southampton v Arsenal in FA Cup, Sun 1300 Arsenal v Brighton in Women's FA Cup, Sun 1630 West Ham v Leeds in FA Cup.
Join us as we gear up for Good Friday's home clash with Bristol City, hearing from Nathan Jones.Thanks to our sponsors PSF Steel Ltd for making this show possible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Sutton, Steph Houghton and Ashley Williams join Mark Chapman to discuss Spurs' potential appointment of former Brighton and Marseilles boss Roberto De Zerbi as their new manager on a long-term contract. The panel are joined by BBC Sport's Senior Football Correspondent Sami Mokbel for details of the negotiations, ESPN's Julien Laurens to talk about De Zerbi's spell in France and the Athletic's Jack Pitt-Brooke to reflect on Spurs' decline in recent seasons.Correspondent John Murray joins the pod to preview England's final friendly before they name their World Cup squad, and we hear from the England boss Thomas Tuchel and midfielder Elliott Anderson. And 78 year old Roy Hodgson is back in management at Bristol City, but why are so many clubs turning to interim managers?TIMECODES 01:21 – Igor Tudor out, will it be De Zerbi in? 05:36 – Sami Mokbel with the latest on the deal 11:13 – Julien Laurens on De Zerbi's Marseilles tenure 16:05 – Jack Pitt-Brooke breaks down Spurs' issues 27:53 – England v Japan preview with John Murray 29:19 - Interview with Thomas Tuchel 37:41 – Elliott Anderson speaking to Ian Dennis 49:35 – Roy Hodgson in at Bristol City5 Live commentaries this week – Tuesday 31st March – 7:45pm – England v Japan Tuesday 31st March – 7:45pm – Ivory Coast v Scotland (Sports Extra) Wednesday 1st April – 8pm – Women's Champions League Quarter-Finals - Chelsea v Arsenal Saturday 4th April – 5:15pm – Men's FA Cup Quarter Finals – Chelsea v Port Vale Saturday 4th April – 8pm – Men's FA Cup Quarter Finals – Southampton v Arsenal Sunday 5th April – 1pm – Women's FA Cup Quarter Finals – Arsenal v Brighton Sunday 5th April – 4:30pm - Men's FA Cup Quarter Finals – West Ham v Leeds
Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach react to Bristol City sacking Gerard Struber and getting Roy Hodgson until the end of the season.Why have they done it?Is it the right move?Roy is 78.It's the Second Tier.Sign up to our Patreon here for ad-free episodes, bonus content and access to the Discord for $4 a month.You can also join our brand new YouTube Membership here!Watch this episode on YouTube here!Follow us on X, Instagram and email us secondtierpod@gmail.com.**Please rate and review us on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It means a lot and makes it easy for other people to find us. Thank you!** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jonny Drury and Lewis Cox return with the latest episode of the Baggies Broadcast - sponsored by Sandwell College. You want 13 games for a win - and two come along at once! Jonny and Lewis discuss the win at Bristol City, the back to back wins and the end of a lengthy wait for a win on the road. They also look at Morrison, the changes, whether Albion should have gone down this route earlier, Ousmane Diakite's new deal and the new club accounts. And they answer all your questions ahead of the international break.
"Not good enough" with Patch, Matt and Dan White.
Post match analysis with Matt Piper and reaction from Gary Rowett and Jakub Stolarczyk.
Hear from Patson Daka as Owynn & Pipes talk the draw at Ipswich and look to Bristol City.
After gaining a well deserved point away to highflying Ipswich. Leicester City return to the King Power to take on mid table Bristol City. Can #LCFC pick up 3pts and move outside of the drop zone?
Reading boss Leam Richardson joins Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Phil Brown as they discuss the top stories from the EFL. Richardson reveals how he's transformed Reading from bad times on and off the pitch to pushing for the League One play-offs. The guys also look ahead of the FA Cup fifth round with Port Vale, Mansfield, Wrexham, Southampton and Norwich all involved. And hear from Neil Warnock as he returns to management! Plus kitman crimes in 72PLUS 72MINUS. Messages and voicenotes always welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.01:30 Phil becomes director of football! 03:20 FA Cup drama as Port Vale stun Bristol City, 09:40 Do Mansfield stand a chance vs Arsenal? 11:00 Ipswich up to third as promotion race hots up, 13:40 How Phil got to the Premier League with Hull, 14:45 Is the Premier League ready for Millwall? 16:15 What about Wrexham? 19:30 League One play-off race tightening up, 21:25 Reading boss Leam Richardson joins the pod, 29:00 Getting tetchy at the bottom of League One, 30:20 Jobi fears for Leyton Orient, 32:50 Neil Warnock is back in management! 36:05 Kitman crimes in 72PLUS 72MINUS.5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Wed 1930 Brighton v Arsenal, Wed 1930 Man City v Nottingham Forest on Sports Extra, Wed 1930 Aston Villa v Chelsea on Sports Extra 2, Wed 1930 Fulham v West Ham on BBC Sport website, Wed 2015 Newcastle v Man Utd on Sports Extra 3, Thu 2000 Tottenham v Crystal Palace, Fri 2000 Wolves v Liverpool in FA Cup.