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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They reflect on a dramatic finish to the Champions League league phase and discuss ideas for changing the format. Plus unintended pub and film names returns, as does Clash of the Commentators along with the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. Suggestions welcome on WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk02:00 John's fall from grace 06:50 5 Live commentaries coming up 12:50 Champions League reflections 17:45 Does the format need changing? 21:00 Unintended pub and film names 31:50 Harry Maguire for England? 35:45 Clash of the Commentators 47:15 Great Glossary of Football Commentary5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Sat 1500 Leeds v Arsenal, Sat 1500 Brighton v Everton on Sports Extram Sat 1730 Chelsea v West Ham, Sun 1400 Man Utd v Fulham , Sun 1400 Aston Villa v Brentford on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Forest v Palace on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1630 Tottenham v Man City.Great Glossary of Football Commentary: DIVISION ONE Agricultural challenge, Back to square one, Bosman, Bullet header, Cruyff Turn, Cultured/educated left foot, Dead-ball specialist, Draught excluder, Elastico/flip-flap, False nine, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Grub hunter, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, In behind, Magic of the FA Cup, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Park the bus, Perfect hat-trick, Rabona, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Target man, Tiki-taka, Towering header, Trivela, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep.DIVISION TWO Back on the grass, Ball stays hit, Beaten all ends up, Blaze over the bar, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Camped in the opposition half, Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Couldn't sort their feet out, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Giant-killing, Good leave, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, In the dugout, In their pocket, Johnny on the spot, Leading the line, Needed no second invitation, Nice headache to have, Nutmeg, On their bike, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Points to the spot, Prawn sandwich brigade, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Reaches for their pocket, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Slide-rule pass, Steal a march, Straight in the bread basket, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Telegraphed that pass, Tired legs, That's great… (football), Thunderous strike, Turns on a sixpence, Walk it in, We've got a cup tie on our hands.UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator's curse, Coupon buster, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers' Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Opposite number, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.
We discuss the Auston Trusty red card controversy and look at where Premiership clubs are at in the transfer window, with Celtic having finally signed a striker and Rangers and Hibs forwards both attracting attention. With Charlotte Cohen, Michael Grant and Cillian Sheridan.
We've got a great show for you this week as Andy Halliday and Slaney are joined by former Celtic defender and iconic Hibs Manager, Alan Stubbs who is reunited with his former player who was at the heart of transfer saga during his time at Easter Road, Scott Allan!There's some phenomenal chat on their days together in Edinburgh as well as great career stories from Alan plus the lads discuss the battle that took place at Tynecastle between Hearts and Celtic which saw Derek McInnes' side maintain their 6-point lead over Martin O'Neill's men after an entertaining 2-2 draw.Plenty to discuss from the game and the rest of the weekend's SPFL Scottish Premiership action as Danny Rohl made it 8 wins in a row for Rangers as they cut the gap with Hearts to 4 points plus Falkirk edge closer to Hibs after a convincing 4-1 for John McGlynn. Will Aberdeen still be looking at the Falkirk Gaffer even after their chaotic 6-2 win over David Martindale's struggling Livingston side? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest as an LOI star, Owen Elding looks set to leave Sligo Rovers to join Hibernian in Scotland.Elding on his way to Hibs.Everton come back to earn a point.Leeds happy with where they are.Thierno Barry's continued red-hot run.Should there be pressure on Mikel Arteta as Arsenal boss?Michael Carrick to be missing a key player who could also miss a potential clash with Ireland.Transfer window heats up.And Joe Murphy on a storied career in the EFL and Premier League.Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join
Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they delve into the biggest stories this week in the world of Irish football.Alan Browne has had one of the better seasons of the Irish players in the English Championship and Matthew calls for his inclusion in the next ROI squad.Also Matthew goes through his Irish EFL team of the week, and what players could step up in the future to don the green shirt.Eiran Cashin's resurgence at Blackburn Rovers is a positive but how high is his ceiling?Owen Elding is the latest young prodigy to make the move across to the UK, but did the Bit O'Red get hard done by a measly transfer fee?Jack Moylan has made the move in recent years, and is finding his feet at Lincoln City.There is debate around summer football and the FAI pathways plan.Is there enough investment into football facilities in the country?Do other sports hold too much sway over football in the country, and why can't we all just get along?And with Donald Trump's America continuing to grab the headlines globally, we ponder do we even need to be there at the World Cup in the first place?And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing outsidetheboxotb2026@gmail.com Contact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms.Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on Instagram.And as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they delve into the biggest stories this week in the world of Irish football.Alan Browne has had one of the better seasons of the Irish players in the English Championship and Matthew calls for his inclusion in the next ROI squad.Also Matthew goes through his Irish EFL team of the week, and what players could step up in the future to don the green shirt.Eiran Cashin's resurgence at Blackburn Rovers is a positive but how high is his ceiling?Owen Elding is the latest young prodigy to make the move across to the UK, but did the Bit O'Red get hard done by a measly transfer fee?Jack Moylan has made the move in recent years, and is finding his feet at Lincoln City.There is debate around summer football and the FAI pathways plan.Is there enough investment into football facilities in the country?Do other sports hold too much sway over football in the country, and why can't we all just get along?And with Donald Trump's America continuing to grab the headlines globally, we ponder do we even need to be there at the World Cup in the first place?And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch?You can do so by emailing outsidetheboxotb2026@gmail.com Contact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms.Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on Instagram.And as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180.Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join
We've got a great show for you this week as Andy Halliday and Slaney are joined by former Celtic defender and iconic Hibs Manager, Alan Stubbs who is reunited with his former player who was at the heart of transfer saga during his time at Easter Road, Scott Allan!There's some phenomenal chat on their days together in Edinburgh as well as great career stories from Alan plus the lads discuss the battle that took place at Tynecastle between Hearts and Celtic which saw Derek McInnes' side maintain their 6-point lead over Martin O'Neill's men after an entertaining 2-2 draw.Plenty to discuss from the game and the rest of the weekend's SPFL Scottish Premiership action as Danny Rohl made it 8 wins in a row for Rangers as they cut the gap with Hearts to 4 points plus Falkirk edge closer to Hibs after a convincing 4-1 for John McGlynn. Will Aberdeen still be looking at the Falkirk Gaffer even after their chaotic 6-2 win over David Martindale's struggling Livingston side? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What now in the title race as Celtic and Hearts draw after a tempestous match at Tynecastle, Rangers beat Dundee to keep up their title push, and there's just the eight goals and two red cards as Aberdeen beat Livingston plus a heavy defeat for Hibs. With Jonathan Sutherland, Andy Halliday and Scott Allan.
Jonathan Pearce joins John Murray & Ian Dennis to talk football, travel & language. John is back from Bodø, Jonathan tells tales of changing football on the radio, his thoughts on the Cantona kung-fu kick commentary & Robot Wars reflections. Plus which commentary phrase will JP add to our Great Glossary? Suggestions welcome on WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:25 John back from Bodø, 04:00 5 Live commentaries this weekend, 10:55 Does Jonathan like the new Champions League format? 13:15 How Jonathan changed football on the radio, 24:35 Jonathan's best gaffes, 32:25 Cantona's kung-fu kick, 39:05 Robot Wars reflections, 44:40 Great Glossary of Football Commentary, 54:05 Bonus Bobby Moore story.5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Sat 1500 Burnley v Tottenham, Sat 1500 Man City v Wolves, Sat 1730 Bournemouth v Liverpool. Sun 1400 Newcastle v Aston Villa, Sun 1400 Crystal Palace v Chelsea on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Brentford v Nott'm Forest on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1630 Arsenal v Man Utd, Wed 2000 PSG v Newcastle, Wed 2000 Man City v Galatasaray on Sports Extra, Wed 2000 Napoli v Chelsea on Sports Extra 2.Great Glossary of Football Commentary: DIVISION ONE Back to square one, Bosman, Cruyff Turn, Cultured/educated left foot, Dead-ball specialist, Draught excluder, Elastico/flip-flap Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Grub hunter, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, In behind, Magic of the FA Cup, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Park the bus, Perfect hat-trick, Rabona, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Trivela, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep. DIVISION TWO Back on the grass, Ball stays hit, Beaten all ends up, Blaze over the bar, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Camped in the opposition half, Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Couldn't sort their feet out, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Giant-killing, Good leave, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, In the dugout, In their pocket, Johnny on the spot, Leading the line, Nice headache to have, Nutmeg, On their bike, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Points to the spot, Prawn sandwich brigade, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Reaches for their pocket, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Slide-rule pass, Steal a march, Straight in the bread basket, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Telegraphed that pass, Tired legs, That's great… (football), Thunderous strike, Turns on a sixpence, Walk it in, We've got a cup tie on our hands. UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator's curse, Coupon buster, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers' Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Opposite number, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.
The Go Radio Football Show: 21st of January 2026. Don't miss it, PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Paul Cooney, Andy Walker and Jamie Murphy answer your calls and dissect the biggest stories in Scottish Football today. Celtic's striker breakthrough, Rangers' European ambitions, transfer window manoeuvring, and the tightening race across the SPFL. With live reaction, ex‑player perspective, and a heavy load of breaking stories, this episode guides listeners through a crucial week in Scottish football. Key Highlights Celtic FINALLY land a striker Tomas Cvancara is in Scotland and ready to sign on loan. Celtic fans relieved after a full year without a serious Kyogo replacement. Discussion on whether Maswanhise (Motherwell) may also arrive. Rangers chasing coefficient points Ludogorets at Ibrox. Manager Danny Röhl on injuries, new signings, and tactical demands. Transfers heating up Across both clubs: Celtic still searching for a centre‑back & winger. Rangers monitoring exits and potential striker business. Danilo, Raskin, and others discussed as possible movers. Lewis Ferguson linked (speculatively) with a possible Celtic return to Scotland. Hearts rocked by major injuries Lawrence Shankland out 6–8 weeks. Cammy Devlin missing too. Massive implications ahead of the huge Hearts vs Celtic showdown. Cup shocks, controversy & weekend fixtures Stranraer–Queen's Park penalty shoot‑out chaos over an incorrectly‑registered keeper. Dunfermline shock Hibs. Focus on Motherwell's impressive season, Falkirk's rise, and Kilmarnock's struggles. Scottish stars shining abroad Bologna's use of Lewis Ferguson questioned — dropped recently despite being captain. McTominay adored in Italy. Young Scots thriving across Serie A. Raw honesty & great storytelling Andy and Jamie go deep on: Handling dressing‑room pressure. Being booed by your own fans. What it really feels like to be thrown into big games. Why Tynecastle is terrifying and brilliant in equal measure. Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok The Go Radio Football Show, weeknights from 5pm-7pm across Scotland on DAB, YouTube, Smart Speaker - launch Go Radio - and on the Go Radio App. IOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/go-radio/id1510971202 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.thisisgo.goradio&pcampaignid=web_share In Association with Burger King. Home of the Whopper, home delivery half time or full time, exclusively on the Burger King App https://www.burgerking.co.uk/download-bk-app. For more Podcasts from Go Studios, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...
With Si Ferry off ill this week, Andy Halliday and Slaney lead the show with guests Scott Allan and Tony Watt as they discuss the big talking points from this weekend's Scottish Cup action with league leaders Hearts getting knocked out by Falkirk and Neil Lennon's Dunfermline causing a big upset at East End Park, knocking out his old Scottish Premiership side, Hibs!The lads also look ahead to the enormous top of the table clash at Tynecastle this weekend as Derek McInnes' side take on Celtic in a game that could potentially knock holders Celtic out of the title race? What does Martin O'Neill need to add to his squad in the days leading up to the game and what result would Rangers want as the continue their good form in the league? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With Si Ferry off ill this week, Andy Halliday and Slaney lead the show with guests Scott Allan and Tony Watt as they discuss the big talking points from this weekend's Scottish Cup action with league leaders Hearts getting knocked out by Falkirk and Neil Lennon's Dunfermline causing a big upset at East End Park, knocking out his old Scottish Premiership side, Hibs!The lads also look ahead to the enormous top of the table clash at Tynecastle this weekend as Derek McInnes' side take on Celtic in a game that could potentially knock holders Celtic out of the title race? What does Martin O'Neill need to add to his squad in the days leading up to the game and what result would Rangers want as the continue their good form in the league? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cup holders Aberdeen struggle to win over Raith Rovers but both Hearts and Hibs are eliminated at the first time of asking – it's the weekend Scottish Cup debrief. With Craig Telfer, Scott McDermott and Kevin Thomson.
The Go Radio Football Show: 19th of January 2026. Don't miss it, PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Join Paul Cooney, Mark Guidi and Barry Ferguson as they tear into a packed weekend of Scottish Cup action, transfer window urgency, and two clubs heading in very different directions. Listeners get instant value with rapid‑fire insights, strong opinions, and inside‑track info on what's brewing behind the scenes at Celtic and Rangers. Rangers: Excitement, Expectations & A Growing Identity Rangers' new signings take centre stage — especially Skov Olsen, whose pedigree and style have Barry buzzing. Miovski's hat‑trick sparks debate: is this the turning point for a striker fans nearly wrote off? Squad trimming starts. Who's next out the door? Who should be? Danny Röhl's message is clear: confidence is building, physicality is returning, and silverware is the target. Celtic: Winning — but wobbling Despite three straight wins under Martin O'Neill, concern dominates the fan conversation. Transfer frustrations reaching boiling point — still no No.9, just 14 days left. Maswanhise from Motherwell? Fofana? Are these realistic? Are they good enough? O'Neill's calm exterior hides a pressing truth: Celtic must strengthen fast. Hearts up next — a season‑defining test. Hearts: Contenders or Under Pressure? Shankland's injury is a hammer blow — what does this mean for their title push? Devlin's absence compounds the issue. Remaining fixtures look brutal… and massively important. Scottish Cup Weekend Recap No seismic shocks… but Dunfermline knocking out Hibs definitely raised eyebrows. Falkirk's big moment, Airdrie's gritty progress, and Stenhousemuir's superb statement. Dundee's resurgence continues under Presley. Standout Caller Moments Fans deliver some of the episode's sharpest talking points: Requests for more Scottish players at Rangers spark debate about balancing pedigree with league know‑how. Celtic fan frustration peaks: "What's the transfer strategy?!” Is the board stuck in the past? Is Celtic's model outdated? The panel pull no punches. Beyond the SPFL AFCON chaos with Morocco and Senegal walking off — dissected and debated. Scotland confirmed for glamour friendlies vs Japan and Curaçao ahead of the World Cup. Lewis Ferguson vs Celtic on Thursday — family pride meets European pressure. Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok The Go Radio Football Show, weeknights from 5pm-7pm across Scotland on DAB, YouTube, Smart Speaker - launch Go Radio - and on the Go Radio App. IOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/go-radio/id1510971202 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.thisisgo.goradio&pcampaignid=web_share In Association with Burger King. Home of the Whopper, home delivery half time or full time, exclusively on the Burger King App https://www.burgerking.co.uk/download-bk-app. For more Podcasts from Go Studios, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...
Andy Burke and the team review Saturday's Scottish Cup action
Gordon Duncan, Hugh Keevins, Cammy Bell and Gordon Dalziel are in the studio as they bring you coverage of the Scottish Cup. With an early upset as Dunfermline beat Hibs 1-0. The boys bring you the rest of the days action with the top team around the ground with starting line-ups, half-time and full-time reports.Hugh is back with a Scottish Cup themed Half Time Teaser and another Who Am I? All of that before the phone lines open up.
John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They share their experiences of Macclesfield's FA Cup triumph and have their say on the Michael Carrick & Liam Rosenior appointments. John is getting ready for his trip to the Arctic. There's Clash of the Commentators controversy, more unintended pub names, and which commentary phrases will end up in our Great Glossary? Suggestions welcome on WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk01:40 Macclesfield sprinkle the magic 09:40 Thoughts on Michael Carrick & Liam Rosenior 15:15 5 Live commentaries this weekend 18:05 John prepares for the Arctic! 21:40 Unintended pub names & railway stations 27:25 Clash of the Commentators 35:10 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 42:00 John's FA Cup error!5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Sat 1500 Tottenham v West Ham, Sat 1500 Chelsea v Brentford on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Nottingham Forest v Arsenal, Sun 1400 Wolves v Newcastle, Sun 1630 Aston Villa v Everton, Tue 1745 Bodø/Glimt v Man City, Tue 2000 Tottenham v Borussia Dortmund, Wed 2000 Newcastle v PSV, Wed 2000 Marseille v Liverpool on Sports Extra.Great Glossary of Football Commentary: DIVISION ONE Back to square one, Bosman, Cruyff Turn, Cultured/educated left foot, Dead-ball specialist, Draught excluder, Elastico/flip-flap Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, In behind, Magic of the FA Cup, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Park the bus, Perfect hat-trick, Rabona, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Trivela, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep.DIVISION TWO Back on the grass, Ball stays hit, Beaten all ends up, Blaze over the bar, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Camped in the opposition half, Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Couldn't sort their feet out, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Giant-killing, Good leave, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, In their pocket, Johnny on the spot, Leading the line, Nice headache to have, Nutmeg, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Points to the spot, Prawn sandwich brigade, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Reaches for their pocket, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Slide-rule pass, Steal a march, Straight in the bread basket, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Telegraphed that pass, That's great… (football), Thunderous strike, Turns on a sixpence, Walk it in, We've got a cup tie on our hands.UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator's curse, Coupon buster, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers' Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Opposite number, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.
The Go Radio Football Show: 16th of January 2026. Don't miss it, PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Paul Cooney, Peter Grant and James McPake dive into a Scottish Cup weekend packed with storylines. From Rangers kicking off against Annan Athletic, to Celtic preparing for a tricky tie with Auchinleck Talbot, the panel break down the big fixtures, transfer rumours, and the emerging three‑way title race that's redefining the season. Key Highlights Scottish Cup Weekend Takes Centre Stage Rangers vs Annan preview and expected squad rotation. Celtic wary of a potential banana skin vs Auchinleck Talbot. Dunfermline vs Hibs tipped as one of the standout ties. The Three‑Way Title Race Hearts' incredible form keeps them top. Celtic's transfer frustrations and need for a striker. Rangers' strong early business and tactical evolution under Danny Rohl. Transfers, Targets & Speculation Celtic linked with Fafana, Otelli, and perennial talk of Callum Wilson. Motherwell and Aberdeen transfers discussed. Rangers outgoings and squad shaping (Dowell, Matondo, Cameron). Craig Gordon's Return Sparks Debate Praised as still Scotland's best keeper at 43. Could heavily influence the title run‑in. Emotional reactions to last‑minute heroics. Scottish Youth Football Debate Ignites A caller sparks a powerful conversation on: Lack of opportunities for young Scottish players. Failures in development pathways. Overreliance on foreign signings. Performance schools and grassroots decline. Nostalgia & Cup Stories Peter Grant relives Cup finals and big European nights. Memories of Aberdeen, Joe Miller, and those “sunny Hampden days.” Light-hearted stories about suits, travel delays, and mischief. Predictions & Bold Calls Peter and James give firm — and sometimes cheeky — scoreline predictions for the entire Cup card. Debates around Hibs, Dundee United, Falkirk, and Hearts' chances. Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok The Go Radio Football Show, weeknights from 5pm-7pm across Scotland on DAB, YouTube, Smart Speaker - launch Go Radio - and on the Go Radio App. IOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/go-radio/id1510971202 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.thisisgo.goradio&pcampaignid=web_share In Association with Burger King. Home of the Whopper, home delivery half time or full time, exclusively on the Burger King App https://www.burgerking.co.uk/download-bk-app. For more Podcasts from Go Studios, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...
Craig Fowler and Gary Cocker discuss the six matches from the Scottish Premiership weekend, including: how Motherwell looked without Elliot Watt; whether Kieron Bowie would be a good £6.5m investment; the Celtic players happy having an adult back in charge; Craig Gordon's heroics at Dens Park; why Don Robertson didn't send off Brooklyn Kabongolo at Livingston; Finn Yates being the latest example of John McGlynn's wizardry, and why Rangers will win the 2025/26 Scottish Premiership. 0:00 Start 05:10 Hibs 1-1 Motherwell 22:25 Celtic 4-0 Dundee United 31:45 Dundee 0-1 Hearts 47:50 Livingston 1-1 Kilmarnock 01:01:40 St Mirren 0-2 Falkirk 01:15:15 Aberdeen 0-2 Rangers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Happy New Year! Dave and I are back for another year with the same old jokes and tales. In Episode 12 of Season 13 of the Aye Ready Podcast we go over the Premiership wins against Hibs, Motherwell, St Mirren, Celtic and Aberdeen as well as the Premiership loss against Hearts. We go on to discuss fan bans, VAR, transfers, car crashes and much more. Listen iTunes PodBean YouTube Spotify Acast Contact Twitter Facebook Instagram
John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They debate the FA Cup schedule and lack of free-to-air matches, as well as Ruben Amorim and Enzo Maresca losing their jobs. There's a twist in the first Clash of the Commentators of the year. More unintended pub and film names, and which commentary phrases will end up in our Great Glossary? Suggestions welcome on WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk02:00 Quiz controversy leaves scars 08:15 FA Cup commentaries this weekend 10:55 Should all the matches kick-off at three? 23:00 TCV on Amorim & Maresca 31:00 Back to square one 36:20 Unintended pub and film names 41:20 Clash of the Commentators 46:25 Great Glossary of Football Commentary5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries:Fri 9 Jan FA CUP: Wrexham v Nottingham Forest 1930 - 5 LIVE. FA CUP: Preston v Wigan 1930 - SPORTS EXTRA.Sat 10 Jan WSL: Arsenal v Man Utd 1230 - SPORTS EXTRA. FA CUP: Macclesfield v Crystal Palace 1215 - 5 LIVE. FA CUP: Everton v Sunderland 1215 - SPORTS EXTRA 2. FA CUP: Wolves v Shrewsbury 1215 - SPORTS EXTRA 3. FA CUP: Fulham v Middlesbrough 1500 - 5 LIVE. FA CUP: Man City v Exeter 1500 - SPORTS EXTRA. FA CUP: Newcastle v Bournemouth 1500 - SPORTS EXTRA 2. FA CUP: Stoke v Coventry 1500 - SPORTS EXTRA 3. FA CUP: Spurs v Aston Villa 1745 - 5 LIVE. FA CUP: Bristol City v Watford 1745 - SPORTS EXTRA. FA CUP: Cambridge v Birmingham 1745 - SPORTS EXTRA 2. FA CUP: Grimsby v Weston-super-mare 1745 - SPORTS EXTRA 3. FA CUP: Charlton v Chelsea 2000 - 5 LIVE.Sun 11 Jan FA CUP: Derby v Leeds 1200 - 5 LIVE. FA CUP: Portsmouth v Arsenal 1400 - 5 LIVE. FA CUP: West Ham v QPR 1430 - SPORTS EXTRA. FA CUP: Norwich v Walsall 1430 - SPORTS EXTRA 2.Mon 12 Jan FA CUP: Liverpool v Barnsley 1945 – 5 LIVE.Great Glossary of Football Commentary:DIVISION ONE Back to square one, Blaze over the bar, Bosman, Cruyff Turn, Cultured/educated left foot, Dead-ball specialist, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, In behind, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Park the bus, Perfect hat-trick, Rabona, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep. DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Beaten all ends up, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Camped in the opposition half, Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Couldn't sort their feet out, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Good leave, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, In their pocket, Johnny on the spot, Leading the line, Nice headache to have, Nutmeg, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Points to the spot, Prawn sandwich brigade, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Reaches for their pocket, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Slide-rule pass, Steal a march, Straight in the bread basket, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Telegraphed that pass, That's great… (football), Thunderous strike, Turns on a sixpence, Walk it in. UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator's curse, Coupon buster, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers' Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Opposite number, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We've got a cup tie on our hands, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.
Our final league game of 2025 at Easter Road reviewed - to quote one John Cena - the time is now. Thanks Jimmy for your efforts and for delivering us the Scottish Cup in May but this ship has now sailed. Gary & Gav ruminate over the latest poor showing by Aberdeen and ponder if our board have the testicular fortitude required to make a critical decision in a timely manner before we turn our attention to Falkirk on Saturday. Become a paid subscriber over at abzfootballpodcast.com Follow us on our social media channels:- Twitter - @AbzPodcast Facebook - @ABZFootballPodcast Instagram - @abzfootballpodcast
The final fixtures of 2025 in the Scottish Premiership saw a huge result for Motherwell who beat Celtic, plus wins for Rangers, Hibernian, Dundee and Dundee Utd.
We look forward to the last games of 2025 with Celtic facing a tricky trip to Motherwell, Hibs and Aberdeen both seeking a confidence-building win and Dundee facing Kilmarnock in a six-pointer in the bottom six. With Iona Ballantyne, Cillian Sheridan and Rory Loy.
Welcome to Episode 221 of the Perth to Paisley Podcast! The boys review the Edinburgh Derby loss against Hibs, discuss the January transfer window and preview the New Year's fixture against Livingston before finishing with a quiz, we hope you enjoy! Our Twitter: @PerthToPaisley Our Email: perthtopaisley@gmail.com Adam's Twitter: @kendoscolumn
A collection of Terrace Podcasters break down the final full card of weekend matches for 2025. 0:00 Hibs 3-2 Hearts & Livingston 2-4 Celtic (Robert Borthwick + Duncan McKay) 27:00 Rangers 1-0 Motherwell & Dundee 1-0 Falkirk (Graeme Thewliss + Craig Cairns) 58:30 Aberdeen 1-1 Dundee Utd & St Mirren 0-0 Kilmarnock (Thom Watt + Craig Fowler) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mark & Scott are joined by Stuart Lovell to analyse Hearts' 3-2 defeat to Hibs in the Edinburgh Derby at Easter Road. Sponsored by Forrest Hepburn & McDonald Signs Ltd […]
Andrew Maclean is joined by Simon Donnelly and Marvin Bartley in the studio as they bring you a review of the last weekend of Scottish football in 2025. They take the listeners' calls and reactions to their team's performances.The panel also review controversial refereeing calls, a Hoops fan wants to sign Livingston's left-back as a STRIKER and Marvin Bartley tries Scottish tablet for the first time...The pair also dish out their half season awards!
A final home game of 2025 and it took on the shape and form of much of the fare that the Pittodrie faithful have witnessed during this calendar year as we huffed and puffed to a 1-1 draw with Jim Goodwin's anti-football Dundee United. Gav & Gary are here to look back at that one and ahead to our final game of the year as we travel to Leith to take on Hibs on Tuesday. Become a paid subscriber over at abzfootballpodcast.com Follow us on our social media channels:- Twitter - @AbzPodcast Facebook - @ABZFootballPodcast Instagram - @abzfootballpodcast
All the reaction after a huge win for Hibs in the derby, victories for Celtic, Rangers and Dundee and draws in Paisley and Aberdeen.
Looking ahead to the post-Christmas weekend fixtures with an Edinburgh Derby topping the bill and Aberdeen hosting Dundee Utd. With Charlotte Cohen, Mark Atkinson and Cammy Bell.
Mark is joined by Ewan Murray, to discuss Hearts' 2-1 victory over Rangers at Tynecastle, the best moments of 2025 and this weekend's upcoming Edinburgh Derby against Hibs at Easter […]
This week Sam & Natalie are joined by former Everton & Celtic defender...ALAN STUBBS!Alan Stubbs sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from Celtic's turbulent start to the season to Everton's impressive performances with David Moyes.They start the pod by talking about Everton's recent results and whether they should've had a penalty against Arsenal before Alan tells the story of how he looked after a young Wayne Rooney including hiding him in his back seat away from paparazzi. The trio then chat in detail about Celtic's turbulent start to the season, Martin O'Neill's return to the club bringing stability and why Wilfried Nancy needs to get things right quickly in order to keep his job.Alan & Sam then discuss winning the Scottish Cup with Hibs, who wins the Scottish Premiership & could we see familiar faces returning to Celtic this season?Alan, Sam & Natalie then talk about Everton's season, how Alan convinced Grealish to join the club in Marbella & the one thing that Everton are missing.Finally we end the pod discussing Alan's toughest opponents and some of his more memorable teammates including why Paolo Di Canio loves karaoke.
We look back on a huge win over Celtic, a battling draw with Hibs and a week that finally felt like progress for Dundee United.
It was misery in Motherwell for Dundee. A dispiriting 1-0 defeat at Fir Park continued the Dark Blues' terrible away record. And fans in the stand made their feelings clear about Nelms, Strachan and Pressley. What does it all mean? Things were happier at Tannadice after a good week – how are Dundee United feeling about their point against Hibs, though? Injuries and suspensions are biting as we look ahead to Aberdeen. This festive edition sees George Cran, Alan Temple and Graeme Finnan have plenty of mince to talk about, though not much of it in actual pies. Twa Teams, One Street hopes all our listeners have a very Merry Christmas and a belting New Year! You can also see us on YouTube at youtube.com/@TheCourierUK/videos
John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball discuss what it's like being a commentator at Christmas. They look ahead to the festive schedule, Ian aims to stretch his lead in Clash of the Commentators, there are more unintended pub and film names, and which commentary phrases will end up in our Great Glossary? Suggestions welcome on WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:40 What is Christmas like for commentators? 03:25 Is it right to play at 8pm on Boxing Day? 05:10 John gets wet at Newcastle 07:40 Christmas commentary bingo 12:30 John's special treatment in Madrid 17:15 Commentary highlights this festive period 19:10 Unintended pub names & film titles 30:20 Clash of the Commentators 37:15 Great Glossary of Football Commentary5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 20 Dec 1500 Man City v West Ham, Sat 20 Dec 1500 Brighton v Sunderland on Sports Extra, Sat 20 Dec 1730 Tottenham v Liverpool, Sun 21 Dec 1330 Hearts v Rangers, Sun 21 Dec 1630 Aston Villa v Man Utd, Tue 23 Dec 2000 Arsenal v Palace in EFL Cup QF.Great Glossary of Football Commentary:DIVISION ONE Blaze over the bar, Bosman, Cruyff Turn, Dead-ball specialist, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Perfect hat-trick, Rabona, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep. DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Beaten all ends up, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Camped in the opposition half, Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Couldn't sort their feet out, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Good leave, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, In their pocket, Johnny on the spot, Leading the line, Nice headache to have, Nutmeg, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Points to the spot, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Reaches for their pocket, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Slide-rule pass, Steal a march, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Telegraphed that pass, That's great… (football), Thunderous strike, Walk it in.
Zac Sapsford's stunning goal sealed Dundee United's first victory over Celtic in 11 years. How did the Tangerines turn it around at half-time? And can they follow up their big win when Hibs come to town on Saturday? Dundee have a big game of their own when they visit high-flying Motherwell. How do they pull off an upset? Sean Hamilton hosts in the studio alongside Alan Temple, George Cran and Graeme Finnan. You can also see us on YouTube at youtube.com/@TheCourierUK/videos
David welcomes Todd Van Allen to discuss the victory over Hibs and where it leaves us ahead of a huge match at Tynecastle. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/heartandhand Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee - Watching Sporting Events/TV Shows/Films which aren't available in your region by switching your virtual location to a country which is showing the event. E.g. if you are abroad then you can access all your streaming services from back home. - Protect your private data like bank details, passwords and online identity - NordVPN can switch your virtual location allowing you to save money by purchasing flights, hotels, subscriptions from other countries at a cheaper price - Protecting your data whilst traveling and using public wifi, NordVPN protects you wherever you are in the world - NordVPN Threat Protection feature protects you from viruses, malicious malware and phishing sites - Fastest VPN in the world - no buffering/lagging whilst streaming and stops your ISP bandwidth throttling - Premium cyber-security for the price of a cup of coffee per month - 1 NordVPN account can be used on up to 10 devices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Gordon Duncan is joined by Marvin Bartley and Gordon Dalziel as under fire Celtic boss Wilfried Nancy speaks to the media, stating he has "nothing to prove", Celtic fans remain unhappy as there is calls for him to be removed as manager and his tactics are questioned. We hear a heart warming story from St. Mirren fan Trevor and there's all the reaction to Rangers victory of Hibs last night. Plus Beat The Pundit & The Full Time Teaser
In the latest episode of the Record Rangers podcast, Andy Newport joins Fraser Wilson, to look back at the 1-0 midweek win over Hibs and the return to the squad of Dujon Sterling. The duo also take a close look ahead to this weekend's massive clash against league leaders Hearts and ponder whether Gers are right back in the Premiership title race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Full-time reaction to Rangers 1-0 win over Hibs with Kenny Macintyre, Billy Dodds and Scott Allan. We also hear from managers Danny Rohl and David Gray.
St Mirren stun sorry Celtic in the League Cup final, Hearts keep on winning and there's a late Livi leveller; plus the Aberdeen revival continues and we preview Rangers v Hibs – it's the weekend debrief. With Andrew Petrie, Cammy Bell and Ryan Flynn.
Gordon Duncan, Hugh Keevins and Andy Halliday take your calls after St Mirren's Scottish League Cup final win over Celtic.They hear from Buddies hero, and captain on the day, Marcus Fraser live on the show. Then they hear views from angry Hoops fans in the aftermath, with many wanting manager Wilfried Nancy sacked after losing his first three games.Plus, we build-up to Rangers vs Hibs and play Beat The Pundit.
The Go Radio Football Show: 15th of December, 2025. Join host Paul Cooney alongside Celtic Hero Charlie Mulgrew and Rangers Legend Barry Ferguson in Association with Burger King. This is a catch-up version of the live, daily Go Radio Football show. Don't miss it – PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! St Mirren stun Celtic to lift the Premier Sports Cup, sparking a heated debate: is Celtic in full-blown crisis or just suffering early teething problems under Wilfried Nancy? The panel dives deep into tactical missteps, dressing room dynamics, and the growing disconnect between players and management. Listeners will also hear exclusive insights from Martin O'Neill on his brief handover, fan reactions that range from fury to calls for patience, and what's next for Celtic as they face Dundee United midweek. Plus, Rangers gear up for a pivotal clash against Hibs - can they close the gap at the top of the league? Cup Shock: St Mirren's tactical masterclass and why Stephen Robinson deserves all the plaudits. Celtic Fallout: Three defeats in 12 days—why fans and pundits are questioning Nancy's philosophy. Martin O'Neill Speaks: Why he would have stayed and his advice for the new boss. Fan Fury vs Patience: Heated calls from Celtic supporters—has Nancy already lost the dressing room? Rangers' Response: Team news, tactical tweaks, and why this week could define their season. Managerial Merry-Go-Round: Stuart Kettlewell and Tony Docherty exit—what's next for Kilmarnock and Ross County? The Go Radio Football Show, weeknights from 5pm-7pm across Scotland on DAB, Online, Smart Speaker and on the Go Radio App. IOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/go-radio/id1510971202 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.thisisgo.goradio&pcampaignid=web_share In Association with Burger King. Home of the Whopper, home delivery half time or full time, exclusively on the Burger King App https://www.burgerking.co.uk/download-bk-app. Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbsfwnlMFeI&list=PLBoA8NYTpHtcqoS3M5IrA0C7K-iCmvg-F For more Podcasts from Go Studios, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...
Conor McNamara joins Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball to talk travel, football and language. Ian & Conor give their take on Salah after the drama unfolded with them at Elland Road. They look ahead to the Wear-Tyne derby, it's Ali vs Ian in Clash of the Commentators, there are yet more unintended pub names, and which commentary phrases will end up in our Great Glossary? Suggestions welcome on WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:35 Why we all love San Siro 04:10 The Bruges or Brugge debate returns 07:15 Salah story unfolds with Ian & Conor 09:20 Has Salah played his last game for Liverpool? 16:25 John Murray's message from Madrid 20:45 Wear-Tyne derby among Premier League commentaries 27:05 Unintended pub names 40:20 Clash of the Commentators 46:35 Great Glossary of Football Commentary5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Liverpool v Brighton, Sat 1500 Chelsea v Everton on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Burnley v Fulham, Sun 1400 Sunderland v Newcastle, Sun 1400 Crystal Palace v Man City on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Nottingham Forest v Tottenham on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1400 West Ham v Aston Villa on Sports Extra 3, Sun 1630 Brentford v Leeds.Glossary so far (in alphabetical order):DIVISION ONE Bosman, Couldn't sort their feet out, Cruyff Turn, Dead-ball specialist, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Perfect hat-trick, Points to the spot, Rabona, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep. DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Camped in the opposition half Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Good leave, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, In their pocket, Johnny on the spot, Leading the line, Nutmeg, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Slide-rule pass, Steal a march, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Telegraphed that pass, That's great… (football), Thunderous strike, Walk it in. UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator's curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers' Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We've got a cup tie on our hands, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.
Extra is back this week as Cammy and Dave Marshall discuss a disappointing night in Budapest and looking ahead to Monday night at Ibrox as Rangers take on Hibs. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/heartandhand Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee - Watching Sporting Events/TV Shows/Films which aren't available in your region by switching your virtual location to a country which is showing the event. E.g. if you are abroad then you can access all your streaming services from back home. - Protect your private data like bank details, passwords and online identity - NordVPN can switch your virtual location allowing you to save money by purchasing flights, hotels, subscriptions from other countries at a cheaper price - Protecting your data whilst traveling and using public wifi, NordVPN protects you wherever you are in the world - NordVPN Threat Protection feature protects you from viruses, malicious malware and phishing sites - Fastest VPN in the world - no buffering/lagging whilst streaming and stops your ISP bandwidth throttling - Premium cyber-security for the price of a cup of coffee per month - 1 NordVPN account can be used on up to 10 devices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
John Murray, Ali Bruce-Ball & Ian Dennis talk travels, football and commentary. They reflect on a dramatic weekend of Premier League football and look ahead to the weekend's fixtures. John is across the pond for the FIFA World Cup draw. Plus a glut of unintended pub names, heads up for Clash of the Commentators and which commentary phrases will end up in our Great Glossary? Suggestions welcome on WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:25 John in Washington DC for World Cup draw 04:50 Dramatic week of Premier League football 09:25 5 Live commentaries this weekend 14:00 Unintended pub names from sport commentary 26:00 Potential twist on the theme? 28:45 Clash of the Commentators 34:50 Great Glossary of Football Commentary5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Bournemouth v Chelsea, Sat 1500 Tottenham v Brentford on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Leeds v Liverpool, Sun 1400 Brighton v West Ham, Sun 1400 Fulham v Crystal Palace.All Clash of the Commentators correct answers: Acheamponh, Alderete, Ballard, Barkley, Bergvall, Beto, Bijol, Bowen, Brobbey, Bruno Guimarães, Calafiori, Calvert-Lewin, Casemiro, Chalobah, De Cuyper, de Ligt, Fernández, Flemming, Foden, Gabriel, Gibbs-White, Gusto, Gyökeres, Haaland, Igor Jesus, Igor Thiago. Isidor, Jiménez, João Pedro, Keane, Kostoulas, Kroupi, Lukic, Maguire, Mateta, Mateus Fernandes, Mayenda, Mbeumo, Merino, Mitoma, Munetsi, Muñoz, Ndoye, Onana, Pedro Neto, Rice, Richarlison, Rodon, Romero, Sarr, Sarr, Schade, Smith Rowe, Thiaw, Timber, Ugochukwu, van de Ven, van Hecke, Welbeck, Wilson, Woltemade, Zubimendi.Glossary so far (in alphabetical order):DIVISION ONE Bosman, Couldn't sort their feet out, Cruyff Turn, Dead-ball specialist, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Points to the spot, Rabona, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep. DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Good leave, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, Johnny on the spot, Leading the line, Nutmeg, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Slide-rule pass, Steal a march, Stramash, Taking one for the team, That's great… (football), Thunderous strike, Walk it in. UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator's curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers' Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We've got a cup tie on our hands, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.
Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Tommy Smith hear from new Middlesbrough boss Kim Hellberg. They look at the contenders chasing down Coventry – can Millwall make it to the Premier League? Everyone's fearing for Swansea down the bottom. And what about strugglers Plymouth Argyle, Port Vale and Bristol Rovers? Plus, send us your EFL ‘hard man' suggestions on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.00:55 Middlesbrough continue to chase Coventry 08:45 Millwall up to third after beating Saints 17:00 Fearing for Swansea 21:10 Who makes the EFL ‘hard man' XI? 25:00 Jobi in the jungle 27:25 Plymouth & Port Vale struggling 34:45 FA Cup coming at the right time for Vale & Bristol Rovers? 36:50 72PLUS 72MINUS 39:50 Jobi nearly signed for Hibs!5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Bournemouth v Chelsea, Sat 1500 Tottenham v Brentford on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Leeds v Liverpool, Sun 1400 Brighton v West Ham, Sun 1400 Fulham v Crystal Palace.
Ian Dennis returns alongside John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball to talk travels, football and commentary. Steve Bunce joins the pod with boxing returning to BBC primetime television this weekend for the first time in 20 years. Clash of the Commentators returns. Plus your unintended pub names and the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. Suggestions welcome on WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk01:10 Ali excited about his new purchase 03:40 The In-Form Ian Dennis 05:40 Premier League commentaries this weekend 09:35 Champions League format ‘not right' 14:15 Where is Liverpool's next win coming from? 20:25 Unintended pub names from sport commentary 26:35 Steve Bunce joins the pod to talk boxing 35:35 Clash of the Commentators 42:20 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 49:30 An observation from Jamie and Oliver5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Man City v Leeds, Sat 1500 Sunderland v Bournemouth on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Everton v Newcastle, Sun 1405 West Ham v Liverpool, Sun 1405 Aston Villa v Wolves on Sports Extra, Sun 1405 Nottingham Forest v Brighton on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1630 Chelsea v Arsenal.Glossary so far (in alphabetical order):DIVISION ONE Bosman, Couldn't sort their feet out, Cruyff Turn, Dead-ball specialist, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, The Maradona, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Rabona, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep. DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Good leave, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, Johnny on the spot, Leading the line, Nutmeg, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Stramash, Taking one for the team, That's great… (football), Thunderous strike. UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator's curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers' Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We've got a cup tie on our hands, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.
John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball are joined by Jonathan Agnew to discuss commentating on cricket. He talks about his journey from lorry driver to broadcaster. Aggers reveals how much prep he does and his commentary top tips. And suggestions always welcome for our Great Glossary of Football Commentary and unintended pub names from commentary - WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk03:55 Jonathan Agnew joins the pod 08:45 From archery & dressage to Ben Stokes in 2019 12:45 What prep Aggers does for cricket? 18:00 From lorry driver to broadcaster 23:10 Aggers' Ashes memories down under 32:00 How to follow the Ashes on the BBC 35:25 Unintended pub names 39:30 Jonathan's favourite commentators' view 45:25 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 55:30 Jonathan on commentating on a replay!5 Live / BBC Sounds Premier League commentaries: Sat 1500 Liverpool v Forest, Sat 1500 Fulham v Sunderland on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Newcastle v Man City, Sun 1400 Leeds v Aston Villa, Sun 1630 Arsenal v Tottenham, Tue 2000 Chelsea v Barcelona, Tue 2000 Man City v Bayer Leverkusen on Sports Extra, Wed 2000 Arsenal v Bayern Munich, Wed 2000 PSG v Tottenham on Sports Extra,Glossary so far (in alphabetical order):DIVISION ONE Bosman, Couldn't sort their feet out, Cruyff Turn, Dead-ball specialist, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, Johnny on the spot, The Maradona, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Rabona, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Tiki-taka, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep.DIVISION TWO Ball stays hit, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Cauldron atmosphere Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, First cab off the rank, Good leave, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Howler, Leading the line, Nutmeg, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Played us off the park, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Show across the bows, Stramash, Taking one for the team, That's great… (football), Thunderous strike.UNSORTED 2-0 is a dangerous score, After you Claude, All-Premier League affair, Aplomb, Bag/box of tricks, Brace, Brandished, Bread and butter, Breaking the deadlock, Bundled over the line, Champions elect / champions apparent, Clinical finish, Commentator's curse, Coupon buster, Cultured/Educated left foot, Denied by the woodwork, Draught excluder, Elimination line, Fellow countryman, Foot race, Formerly of this parish, Free hit, Goalkeepers' Union, Goalmouth scramble, Good touch for a big man, Honeymoon Period, In and around, In the shop window, Keeping ball under their spell, Keystone Cops defending, Languishing, Loitering with intent, Marching orders, Nestle in the bottom corner, Numbered derbies, Opposite number, Park the bus, PK for penalty-kick, Postage stamp, Put it in the mixer, Rasping shot, Red wine not white wine, Relegation six-pointer, Rooted at the bottom, Route One, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Sending the goalkeeper the wrong way, Shooting boots, Sleeping giants, Slide rule pass, Small matter of, Spiders web, Stayed hit, Steepling, Stinging the palms, Stonewall penalty, Straight off the training ground, Taking one for the team, Team that likes to play football, Throw their cap on it, Thruppenny bit head / 50p head, Towering header, Two good feet, Turning into a basketball match, Turning into a cricket score, Usher/Shepherd the ball out of play, Walking a disciplinary tightrope, Wand of a left foot, We've got a cup tie on our hands, Winger in their pocket, Wrap foot around it, Your De Bruynes, your Gundogans etc.