Podcast appearances and mentions of steve crossman

Steve Crossman & BBC Sport Wales' Dafydd Pritchard look at how the Welsh FA are fast becoming world leaders in producing elite coaches – with the likes of Mikel Arteta, Thierry Henry and Patrick Vieira being just some of many illustrious products of the FAW's coaching system. In this episode the guys head to Newport, where they're given access to the FAW's 2025 Pro License course in Newport, and speak to some of this years candidates who graduate this summer. You'll hear from the likes of former Arsenal defender Gaël Clichy, who talks about spending time with the SAS as part of the course. Nuri Şahin opens up about his research project on the All Blacks and why he wanted to study culture after being sacked by Borussia Dortmund in January this year, and Wales Manager Craig Bellamy discusses his love of Japanese culture and why part of his approach to coaching is to try to 'save people' from the mistakes he made.

Real Madrid are the most successful team in the history of the Champions League/European Cup with 15 titles. But how have they achieved this? Steve Crossman and Guillem Balague explore Real's relationship with the competition, looking at their early dominance in the late 1950s, through to their six triumphs since 2014. We hear from former players Clarence Seedorf and Sami Khedira on what makes Real Madrid so special. And former coach Paul Clement joins the pod to give us insight into Carlo Ancelotti and their "La Decima" win in 2014 against Atletico Madrid. To watch the TV documentary, it is available on BBC iPlayer: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m00276py/how-to-win-the-champions-league[this is re-versioned episode from the Football Daily's archive. It was first published on the 18th January 2025]

We're delving into the Football Daily archives for this episode as Steve Crossman, Guillem Balagué, Raphael Honigstein & Kristof Terreur argue, debate and (eventually) pick the Euro Leagues' ultimate Champions League XI before the Champions League Final between Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain back in 2020. Iker Casillas or Edwin van der Sar, Robert Lewandowski or Diego Milito – who makes it into the coveted starting line-up?

Steve Crossman chews the fat in Munich with correspondent John Murray and Italian football expert Daniele Verri. This after PSG win the Champions League for the first time by thumping Inter Milan 5-0.01:20 John's traditional Munich breakfast 02:30 Daniele leaves the match early! 03:00 PSG get their first European Cup 04:45 Ousmane Dembélé plays important role 12:10 Luis Enrique achieves greatness? 15:45 Can PSG keep this young group together? 21:10 Will the Club World Cup be big for PSG? 24:15 Where did it go wrong for Inter? 30:35 What about Simone Inzaghi's future? 35:10 Powerful moment with PSG's tifo 36:35 How did the new format pan out?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Tue 1800 Spain v England in Women's Nations League, Sat 1700 Andorra v England in men's World Cup Qualifying.

Steve Crossman is joined by Chris Sutton & correspondent John Murray. Also hear from French football expert & PSG supporter Julien Laurens. And catch up with Italian football journalist James Horncastle.00:30 The moment PSG won the Champions League 04:40 Julien Laurens: ‘My eyes are full of tears' 08:35 The Luis Enrique story 10:25 James Horncastle: ‘This pain cuts deeper' 16:05 Time for the trophy lift 22:40 Was it the Désiré Doué final? 24:50 Tifo honours Luis Enrique's late daughter 25:45 Celebrations cut short by pitch invasion 29:40 What's possible for this young PSG team? 33:15 Is Luis Enrique now among the greats? 34:45 John's highlights from this season's UCLBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries next week: Tue 1800 Spain v England in Women's Nations League, Sat 1700 Andorra v England in men's World Cup Qualifying.

Steve Crossman presents reaction to Chelsea winning the Conference League. Pat Nevin, Mark Schwarzer & Ali Bruce-Ball join Steve as Chelsea complete the European set.Goals from Enzo Fernandez, Nicolas Jackson, Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo completed a turnaround in Poland after Betis had gone 1-0 up, and gave Enzo Maresca's side a piece of silverware to add to an impressive Premier League season.Listen to the moment Chelsea lifted the Conference League trophy, and hear from Blues boss Maresca on a historic night for the London club.Timecodes: 00:40 Real Betis succumb to Chelsea 02:00 Cole Palmer's brilliance 09:30 Moises Caicedo's season 10:50 Betis medals 14:15 Winners' medals & trophy lift 22:25 Next steps for Chelsea 26:45 Jadon Sancho & Nicolas Jackson 31:35 Enzo Maresca post-match 33:30 Maresca big pictureBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Fri 1945 England v Portugal in the UEFA Women's Nations League, Sat 2000 PSG v Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League Final.

Steve Crossman has reaction as Arsenal win their first Women's Champions League title in 18 years. Hear from Izzy Christiansen, Gilly Flaherty and Vicki Sparks, as well as Arsenal boss Renée Slegers.00:35 Arsenal win Women's Champions League 08:30 Renée Slegers INTERVIEW 11:30 Leah Williamson back to her best 15:35 Arsenal nail their tactics 17:25 Arsenal get their psychology right 20:35 Arsenal changed their gameplan in training 21:50 Barcelona pick up their runners-up medals 24:15 Arsenal players pick up their medals 26:10 Arsenal lift the Women's Champions League trophy 31:15 “Barcelona got pastel de nata'd”BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League final day commentaries: Sun 1600 Nottingham Forest v Chelsea on 5 Live, Sun 1600 Liverpool v Crystal Palace on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1600 Wolves v Brentford on Sports Extra 3.

Steve Crossman is joined by Mina Rzouki, Julien Laurens and Guillem Balague ahead of the end of the season. It's an exciting final round of fixtures in Italy with Napoli 1 point clear of Inter. Will Antonio Conte stay if Napoli win their second title in three years? How will Inter cope with balancing the Champions League final? Dutch journalist Marcel van der Kraan drops by to talk Ajax – whose nine point lead with seven games to go was overturned by PSV in one of the most sensational title capitulations ever seen in club football – leaving them without a trophy for the third successive season. They also talk about the emotional farewell – is it the new football fashion? And what's next for Luka Modric after the midfielder announced his departure from Real Madrid. Plus, could Sampdoria actually end up avoiding relegation? In France, there was an amazing escape for Le Havre, who came from behind twice to beat Strasbourg 3-2. And why do newly promoted teams in Europe fare better than in England?TIME CODES: 03:05 – All to play for in Italy 14:46 – Title capitulation for Ajax 26:45 – The emotional goodbye 40:43 – Le Havre's Great Escape 44:14 – Why do newly promoted teams fair better in Europe than in England? 48:48 – Sampdoria not relegated after all?COMMENTARIES: Saturday 24th May - 1500 - Scottish Cup Final: Aberdeen v Celtic - Sports Extra 3 Saturday 24th May - 1700 - Women's Champions League Final: Arsenal v Barcelona - BBC Radio 5live Sunday 25th May - 1600 - Premier League: Nottingham Forest v Chelsea - BBC Radio 5live

Steve Crossman, Raphael Honigstein, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle are back with the latest episode of Euro Leagues.The guys reflect on Xabi Alonso's time at Bayer Leverkusen, and what he'll be thinking about before returning to Los Blancos. Xabi's arrival means Carlo Ancelotti's off to the Brazil national team. Could we see a return to the fold for Neymar? South American football expert Tim Vickery joins the pod with all the latest.Bologna win their first trophy in over 50 years, beating AC Milan in the Coppa Italia final, and Sampdoria are relegated to Serie C for the first time in the club's history.Timecodes: 00:40 Looking back at Xabi Alonso at Leverkusen, & what will life be like back in Madrid? 16:38 Carlo Ancelotti's off to Brazil 29:20 Bologna win Coppa Italia 36:35 Sampdoria relegated to Serie C for the first timeBBC Sounds / 5 Live / Radio 5 Sports Extra weekend commentaries: Sat 1630 Men's FA Cup Final: Crystal Palace vs Manchester City (5 Live) Sun 1330 Women's FA Cup Final: Chelsea vs Manchester United (Sports Extra 3) Sun 1415 Premier League: West Ham vs Nottingham Forest (5 Live) Sun 1500 Premier League: Brentford vs Fulham (Sports Extra 2) Sun 1630 Premier League: Arsenal vs Newcastle (5 Live)

Steve Crossman is joined by Phil Jones & Andros Townsend to reflect on wins for Man Utd & Spurs.Manchester United beat Athletic Bilbao 3-0 to put one foot in the Europa League final, and 5 Live's commentary team of Ian Dennis and Paul Robinson join the pod to reflect on United's win. It was a night to remember for Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes and in particular Harry Maguire. And finally, we hear from Manchester United head coach, Ruben Amorim.Meanwhile, Spurs beat Bodo Glimt 3-1, with a late goal for the Norwegian side giving them a glimmer of hope going into the second leg. Alistair Bruce-Ball and Rob Green were watching from the Tottenham Hotspur stadium, and reflect on Spurs' win on the pod before we hear from Ange Postecoglou.We hear about Chelsea's comprehensive 4-1 win in the Europa Conference League semi-final, before hearing from Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo as his side lost 2-0 to Brentford in the Premier League.Timecodes:01:16 Manchester United win 3-0 in Bilbao 17:48 Reaction to Spurs' 3-1 win over Bodo Glimt 25:42 Chelsea's 4-1 semi-final victory 26:53 Nottingham Forest fail to return to third in the Premier LeagueFootball commentaries this week:Saturday 3rd May PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Ipswich 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Bournemouth 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVESunday 4th May WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Manchester City 1200 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Brighton v Newcastle 1400 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Manchester United 1400 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: West Ham v Spurs 1400 KO – LIVE ON BBC SPORT WEBSITE PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Liverpool 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Mina Rzouki and Julien Laurens to talk the latest in European football.The team pay tribute to Pope Francis and his love of football. Are Inter Milan falling at the final hurdle of the season, and should title playoffs exist?The tributes continue as Marcel van der Kraan joins the pod to reflect on the life and career of Dutch footballer and coach, Leo Beenhakker.And finally, who are the other universally loved coaches of the modern game?02:07 Tribute to Pope Francis 10:31 Are Inter collapsing? 17:20 Should title playoffs exist? 26:00 Leo Beenhakker tribute 34:42 Ancelotti's future, & universally loved coachesBBC Sounds / 5 Live / Radio 5 Sports Extra weekend commentaries: Sat 1500 Newcastle v Ipswich in the Premier League, Sat 1715 Crystal Palace v Aston Villa in the FA Cup semis, Sun 1400 Bournemouth v Man Utd in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Chelsea v Barcelona in the Women's Champions League, Sun 1630 Liverpool v Tottenham in the Premier League, Sun 1630 Nottingham Forest v Man City in the FA Cup semis.

Just how impressive was Arsenal's display against Real Madrid in the Champions League? And can Mikel Arteta's side go all the way this season?Steve Crossman, commentator Ian Dennis and former Arsenal defender Matt Upson analyse a famous night in the Bernabeu as Arsenal advance to the semi-finals. We hear from Mikel Arteta, as well as Arsenal fan Harry Symeou. And after Newcastle thrashed Crystal Palace 5-0 in the Premier League, The Athletic's George Caulkin assess where this leaves their hopes of making next season's Champions League.TIMECODES 02:00 Arsenal's performance and dominant midfield 04:30 Declan Rice's “star quality” 10:45 Mikel Arteta on feeling proud of his team and Declan Rice's performance 19:40 George Caulkin on Newcastle's 5-0 win over Crystal PalaceCOMMENTARIES ON 5 LIVE/BBC SOUNDS Thursday 17th April EUROPA LEAGUE: Manchester United v Lyon – KO 2000 on 5 live.Saturday 19th April UWCL: Arsenal v Lyon - KO 1230 on 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Manchester City - KO 1500 PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Newcastle Utd - KO 1730Sunday 20th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Ipswich Town v Arsenal - KO 1400 PREMIER LEAGUE: Leicester City v Liverpool - KO 1630

Steve Crossman is alongside Chris Sutton, former England captain Steph Houghton, and The Athletic's Adam Crafton discuss whether Ruben Amorim's call to drop Andre Onana backfired after Altay Bayindir's performance in Manchester United's loss at Newcastle.Do Liverpool really need a succession plan for their goalkeeper Allison? Giorgi Mamardashvili is joining the club from Valencia this summer, and will a right back follow him through the door? Or do Arne Slot's side recruit from within after the emergence of Conor Bradley?Have Arsenal regressed this season? The Gunners have dropped 16 points from winning positions this campaign - which is just one fewer than they have in the last two seasons combined.Plus, why is Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric buying a minority stake in Swansea City? BBC Wales football reporter Chris Wathan has all the details.BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Tues 2000 Champions League Aston Villa v PSG Weds 2000 Champions League Real Madrid v Arsenal Thurs 2000 Manchester United v Lyon Sat 1200 *5 Sports Extra* WSL West Ham v Manchester United Sat 1230 Women's Champions League Arsenal v Lyon Sat 1500 Premier League Everton v Manchester City Sat 1730 Premier League Aston Villa v Newcastle Sun 1400 Premier League Arsenal v Lyon Sun 1400 *5 Sports Extra* Premier League Manchester United v Wolves Sun 1400 *BBC Sport app & website* Premier League Fulham v Chelsea Sun 1630 Premier League Leicester v Liverpool

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle to delve into this week's top European football stories. The Arminia Bielefeld captain, Mael Corboz, joins the pod as his side shocked Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday to reach the German DFB Pokal Cup final. There's also an appearance from Max Aarons, who's on loan at Valencia from Bournemouth. He tells us about his decision to move to Spain and how he feels about his home club having such a great season. Plus, the team discuss the drama of the Copa del Rey.TIME CODES: 01:24 Arminia Bielefeld captain, Mael Corboz. 18:41 Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey 23:20 Valencia defender, Max Aarons. 33:06 Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey 34:35 An almost upset for DunkerqueCommentaries this weekend: Friday 4th April WOMENS NATIONS LEAGUE: England v Belgium 2000 KO on 5 Live, WOMENS NATONS LEAGUE: Wales v Denmark 1915 KO on the BBC Sport website.Saturday 5th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Crystal Palace v Brighton 1500 KO on 5 Live, PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest 1730 KO on 5 Live.Sunday 6th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Liverpool 1400 KO on 5 Live, PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Chelsea 1400 KO on Sports Extra, PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Southampton 1400 KO on the BBC Sport website, PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Manchester City 1630 KO on 5 Live.

Should James Tarkowski have been sent off in Liverpool's 100th Merseyside derby win? Former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock joins Steve Crossman and correspondent John Murray inside Anfield to discuss Liverpool's 1-0 win over Everton which left them needing 13 points from their remaining Premier League games in order to lift the title. They discuss the controversial moments of the game – should James Tarkowski have received a red card for his challenge, and should Diogo Jota's goal have been given as offside? Hear from managers Arne Slot and David Moyes, as well as Caoimhin Kelleher and Jarrad Branthwaite. Plus, on a busy night of Premier League football elsewhere, hear from Kieran McKenna whose Ipswich side picked up an important three points in their bid to avoid relegation.TIME CODES:01:20 – Reflections on the Merseyside derby 09:45 - Caoimhin Kelleher 14:15 – Jarrad Branthwaite 19:55 – David Moyes 21:35 – Arne Slot 25:45 – Kieran McKennaCommentaries:Wednesday 2nd April PREMIER LEAGUE: Liverpool v Everton. PREMIER LEAGUE: Newcastle v Brentford. PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Ipswich.Friday 4th April WOMENS NATIONS LEAGUE: England v Belgium. WOMENS NATONS LEAGUE: Wales v Denmark.Saturday 5th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Crystal Palace v Brighton. PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest.Sunday 6th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Liverpool. PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Chelsea. PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Southampton. PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Manchester City.

Reaction from Wembley as Newcastle beat Liverpool to win the Carabao Cup. Steve Crossman, John Murray, Isaac Hayden and Stephen Warnock react to Newcastle winning the Carabao Cup.Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak meant Newcastle ended their 70-yeard trophy drought, lifting the League Cup despite a late Liverpool goal from Federico Chiesa.John Murray has on the whistle reaction, and hear from Magpies manager Eddie Howe, Liverpool boss Arne Slot, and Newcastle midfielder Joelinton.Timecodes: 00:35 On the whistle reaction 07:30 Newcastle's gameplan 10:00 Liverpool receive medals 13:10 Newcastle trophy lift 18:50 Newcastle's journey 25:10 Scenes inside Wembley 26:15 Eddie Howe post-match 29:25 Arne Slot post-match 31:50 Joelinton post-match 33:10 70-year wait finally over

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle to discuss the latest from the world of European football.They dissect the biggest storylines from this week's Champions League action, focusing on the performances of goalkeepers including Alisson Becker, who played a key role in Liverpool's win at Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their last-16 tie.The podcast moves on to the derby knockout clash between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid, before considering left-field suggestions for the Ballon d'Or, and discussing how Isco looks inspired and rejuvenated at Real Betis.One of the most shocking headlines of the week is Lyon boss Paulo Fonseca receiving a nine-month ban, and there is a feelgood story with Joseph Kalulu joining his brothers in professional football, but the panel most enjoy teasing Steve about the "weather in Sociedad".TIMECODES:06:02 - Goalkeeping chat on Alisson Becker, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Wojciech Szczesny 21:00 - Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid 26:05 - Inter Milan 28:12 - Raphinha or Julian Alvarez for Ballon d'Or? 31:15 - Isco's rejuvenation at Real Betis 34:55 - Paulo Fonseca's nine-month ban 43:20 - The Kalulu brothersBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this week:Wed 5 Mar - 20:00 - Paris Saint-Germain v Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League on 5 Live Thu 6 Mar - 17:30 - Real Sociedad v Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League on 5 Live Sat 8 Mar - 15:00 - Liverpool v Southampton in the Premier League on 5 Live Sat 8 Mar - 17:30 - Brentford v Aston Villa in the Premier League on 5 Live Sun 9 Mar - 14:00 - Chelsea v Leicester City in the Premier League on 5 Live Sun 9 Mar - 16:30 - Manchester United v Arsenal in the Premier League on 5 Live Tues 11 Mar - 20:00 - Liverpool v PSG in the Champions League on 5 Live Wed 12 Mar - 20:00 - Aston Villa v Club Brugge in the Champions League on 5 Live

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balagué, Raphael Honigstein and Julien Laurens to discuss the latest from the world of European football.The guys chat about the latest stories from Europe's cup competitions, before we hear a sit down interview between Guillem and former Barcelona player, Bojan Krkić. Bojan opens up about his struggles with mental health and anxiety during his playing career.Then, we hear all about the thrilling finish that the Bundesliga 2, Germany's second division, looks set up for.04:14 Cannes' star-studded performances in the Coupe de France 08:45 Barcelona, Real and Atletico Madrid have their eyes on the Copa Del Rey 13:59 Underdog stories in the DFB Pokal 18:13 Bojan Krkić interview 34:06 The panel reflect on the Bojan interview 41:07 Bundesliga 2 gears up for a fireworks finishBBC Sounds / 5 Live FA Cup commentaries this weekend:Fri 28 Feb 2000 Aston Villa v CardiffSat 1 Mar 1215 Crystal Palace v Millwall Sat 1 Mar 1215 Preston v Burnley on BBC Sport website Sat 1 Mar 1500 Bournemouth v Wolves Sat 1 Mar 1745 Man City v PlymouthSun 2 Mar 1345 Newcastle v BrightonMon 3 Mar 1930 Nottingham Forest v Ipswich

Chelsea back in the top four & Crystal Palace thump Aston Villa. Steve Crossman is joined by Clinton Morrison, Andy Reid and Mark Schwarzer. Also hear from Oliver Glasner, Enzo Maresca, Marco Silva and Fabian Hurzeler. And Ali Maxwell from the Not The Top 20 Pod swings by to talk EFL Championship.02:20 Oliver Glasner interview after Palace hit four past Villa 08:35 Fabian Hurzeler interview after Welbeck scores winner 12:25 Chelsea move into top four with win over Southampton 18:35 Wolves lose to remain five points clear of drop zone 21:05 Middlesbrough back to winning ways in the ChampionshipBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 26 Feb 2000 England v Spain in UEFA Women's Nations League, Fri 28 Feb 2000 Aston Villa v Cardiff in FA Cup, Sat 1 Mar 1215 Crystal Palace v Millwall in FA Cup, Sat 1 Mar 1215 Preston v Burnley in FA Cup on BBC Sport website, Sat 1 Mar 1500 Bournemouth v Wolves in FA Cup, Sat 1 Mar 1745 Man City v Plymouth in FA Cup, Sun 2 Mar 1345 Newcastle v Brighton in FA Cup, Mon 3 Mar 1930 Nottingham Forest v Ipswich in FA Cup.

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Marcel van der Kraan on this episode of the Euro Leagues.The team reflect on the results of the Champions League play-offs, discuss why Italian clubs have failed this season, and unravel the dispute between Ademola Lookman and Atalanta manager, Gian Piero Gasperini. They are then joined by interim manager for Belgian side Lommel SK, Ryan Garry. And finally a quick word on Mbappe's hat-trick heroics against Manchester City this week.03:02 Champions League disaster for Italian clubs 15:09 Lookman and Gasperini's falling out 23:57 Dutch clubs finding success in Europe 27:16 Lommel SK's Ryan Garry joins the pod 37:56 Mbappe puts away Manchester CityBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Fri 21 Feb 1945 Portugal v England in the Women's Nations League. Sat 22 Feb 1500 Arsenal v West Ham United in the Premier League. Sat 22 Feb 1730 Aston Villa v Chelsea in the Premier League on 5 Sports Extra. Sun 23 Feb 1400 Newcastle v Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Sun 23 Feb 1630 Manchester City v Liverpool in the Premier League.

John Acres is stepping in for Alistair Bruce-Ball on this week's pod, and he's joined by Chris Sutton and Statman Dave as usual to look ahead to gameweek 26! Should John be spending more time in hot tubs and less time glued to the FPL app? Plus, is it time to get rid of Cole Palmer after another blank? And is Omar Marmoush the go-to differential?5 Live Sport's Steve Crossman joins the pod to avenge himself in Sutton Death, and this week's People's Pep lays into John in true Chris Sutton fashion!

Steve Crossman has reaction as the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park ends in a dramatic draw. He's joined by Gary Cahill, Pat Nevin, correspondent John Murray and senior reporter Ian Dennis. Also hear from last-gasp goalscorer James Tarkowski, Virgil van Dijk and David Moyes. And catch up with Brendan Rodgers after Celtic were beaten by Bayern Munich in their UEFA Champions League play-off first leg.00:25 Everton rescue dramatic draw 04:30 James Tarkowski INTERVIEW 10:30 Virgil van Dijk INTERVIEW 16:40 David Moyes INTERVIEW 20:35 Celtic beaten by Bayern Munich 26:20 Brendan Rodgers INTERVIEWBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Sat 15 Feb 1500 Man City v Newcastle, Sat 15 Feb 1730 Crystal Palace v Everton, Sun 16 Feb 1400 Liverpool v Wolves, Sun 16 Feb 1630 Tottenham v Man Utd.

Steve Crossman is alongside Chris Waddle & Ian Dennis at St James' Park, and Matthew Upson for analysis of Newcastle's 2-0 win over Arsenal (4-0 on aggregate) to book a place at Wembley in the EFL Cup Final.They discuss Eddie Howe's starting tactics which nullified Arsenal, as well as the performances of Anthony Gordon and Alexander Isak.Hear reaction from Newcastle boss Howe, as well as goalscorer Gordon, and Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta.BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:Thursday 6th February LEAGUE CUP: Liverpool v Spurs 2000 KO - 5 Live WOMENS LEAGUE CUP: Arsenal v Manchester City 1900 KO - 5 Sports ExtraFriday 7th February FA CUP: Manchester United v Leicester 2000 KO - 5 LiveSaturday 8th February FA CUP: Leyton Orient v Manchester City 1215 KO - 5 Live FA CUP: Leeds v Millwall 1215 KO - 5 Sports Extra FA CUP: Wigan v Fulham 1500 KO - 5 Live FA CUP: Everton v Bournemouth 1500 KO - BBC Sport Website & App FA CUP: Birmingham v Newcastle 1745 KO - 5 Sports Extra (Moves to 5 Live after England v France in the Six Nations) FA CUP: Brighton v Chelsea 2000 KO - 5 LiveSunday 9th February FA CUP: Blackburn v Wolves 1230 KO - 5 Live FA CUP: Aston Villa v Spurs 1735 KO - 5 LiveMonday 10th February FA CUP: Doncaster Rovers v Crystal Palace 1945 KO - 5 LiveTuesday 11th February FA CUP: Exeter City v Nottingham Forest 2000 KO - 5 Sports Extra

Man Utd, Spurs & Rangers progress to the last 16 of the Europa League. Steve Crossman has reaction to a dramatic night of European football that saw all British sides through.Alistair Bruce-Ball, Rene Meulensteen and Paul Robinson join Steve to reflect on Man Utd's win in Bucharest that gave them a third-place finish in the new format Europa League. Hear from United boss Ruben Amorim.Gavin Wallace has reaction from Ibrox as Rangers progress to the last 16 in dramatic fashion, and Andy Stevenson reacts to Spurs' youngsters shining in a big win for Ange Postecoglou's side.Timecodes: 00:25 All British sides progress 01:35 Manchester United safely through 04:10 Kobbie Mainoo in the 10 role 07:30 United going forward 08:25 Ruben Amorim post-match 10:15 Rangers sneak into eighth 13:55 Pressure on Philippe Clement 18:30 Spurs youngsters shine5 LIVE COMMENTARIES THIS WEEK: Saturday 1st February PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Liverpool 1500 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Aston Villa 1730 KO – Starts on Sports Extra and moves to 5 Live for 2nd Half Sunday 2nd February WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Arsenal 1200 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Crystal Palace 1400 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Spurs 1400 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Man City 1630 KO – 5 Live WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Tottenham v Manchester United 1845 KO – Sports Extra

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Rafa Honigstein and James Horncastle. Did the new format of the Champions League work? Did it favour the bigger clubs? Will it stop clubs dreaming of a European Super League? And what would they tweak about the format? The team unpick the league phase of the competition. Plus, with the transfer window just days from closing, what are the possible moves to keep an eye on?TIMECODES 0 mins – Intro – what TV shows are the team watching right now? 1 min – what did they all make of the new league phase now that it has finished? 8 mins – was there enough drama and jeopardy? 15 mins – Rafa explains why he likes the new format when set against the prospect of a European Super League. 19 mins – Rafa discusses why it has been popular in Germany. 21 mins – why Lille really impressed. 24 mins – the bracket – what it is and how it all looks going forward. 26 mins – the success – or not - of the Serie A clubs so far. 30 mins – transfer section, including Mathys Tel, Ewan Ferguson and Antony – and why strikers might dominate the next few days.Upcoming commentaries….. Saturday 1st February PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Liverpool 1500 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Wolves v Aston Villa 1730 KO – Starts on Sports Extra and moves to 5 Live for Second Half Sunday 2ND February WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Arsenal 1200 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Crystal Palace 1400 KO – 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Spurs 1400 KO – Sports Extra PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Man City 1630 KO – 5 Live WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Tottenham v Manchester United 1845 KO – Sports Extra

Man City scrape into the play-offs while Aston Villa & Arsenal reach the last 16. Steve Crossman has all the reaction to a dramatic final round of Champions League games and how the knockout rounds are shaping up. Liverpool top the group phase despite losing, and Celtic are also through. Hear from Pep Guardiola, Unai Emery, Arne Slot, Mikel Arteta and Brendan Rodgers.02:25 Man City survive Brugge scare 08:20 Pep Guardiola on facing Bayern Munich or Real Madrid 09:55 Aston Villa beat Celtic to reach last 16 12:25 Unai Emery on Watkins & Duran 13:55 Celtic through to the knockouts 15:35 Liverpool top the group phase 16:35 Arne Slot on finishing top & Nallo's red card 19:00 Arsenal qualify for the knockouts 20:00 Mikel Arteta on qualifying & David Raya injury 25:15 Brendan Rodgers on Celtic ‘pride' 30:10 Lille make it through in styleBBC Sounds / 5 Live European commentaries this week: Thu 30 Jan 2000 FCSB v Man Utd in the UEFA Europa League

Manchester United narrowly beat Rangers 2-1 to boost their chances of qualifying for the last 16 of the Europa League. The result also means that Philippe Clement's side are all but through to at least the knockout play-off round.Steve Crossman presents reaction to Thursday's night's game from Old Trafford, alongside former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson and commentator Ian Dennis.Former United first-team coach Rene Meulensteen also joins to provide his view on the game, while you can hear the post-match thoughts of both managers. TIMECODES:00:29 - The story of the game 10:19 - Ruben Amorim 12:41 - Debate on the goalkeepers of both teams 17:59 - Philippe Clement5 Live and BBC Sounds commentaries this week:Saturday 25th January: Aston Villa v Manchester City – WSL – 12pm KO – 5 Sports Extra Wolves v Arsenal – Premier League – 3pm KO – 5 Live Manchester City v Chelsea – Premier League - 5.30pm KO – 5 LiveSunday 26th January: Tottenham v Leicester – Premier League – 2pm KO – 5 Live Crystal Palace v Brentford – Premier League – 2pm KO – 5 Sports Extra Aston Villa v West Ham – Premier League - 4.30pm KO – 5 LiveWednesday 29th January: Manchester City v Club Brugge – Champions League – 8pm KO – 5 LiveThursday 30th January: FCSB v Manchester United – Europa League – 8pm KO – 5 Live

Manchester City's Champions League hopes are hanging in the balance after a 4-2 defeat at Paris St-Germain.Steve Crossman presents reaction to all of Wednesday night's games, with Football Correspondent John Murray alongside former England defender Matt Upson at the Parc des Princes. Champions League winner Gary Cahill joins to give his analysis, before the podcast moves on to Celtic's 1-0 victory over Young Boys, which guarantees that Brendan Rodgers' side will play in the knockout play-off round. Arsenal all but secured their place in the last 16 of the Champions League with a comfortable 3-0 win over Croatian side Dinamo Zagreb at Emirates Stadium.Football reporter John Bennett offers insight on the night's other games, while you can also hear the post-match thoughts of Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola, Celtic striker Adam Idah, and Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice. TIMECODES:01:18 - PSG 4-2 Manchester City 16:53 - Celtic 1-0 Young Boys 21:17 - Arsenal 3-0 Dinamo Zagreb 24:55 - Other matches5 Live and BBC Sounds commentaries this week:Wednesday 22nd January: PSG v Manchester City – Champions League – 8pm KO – 5 Live Celtic v Young Boys - Champions League – 8pm KO – 5 Sports ExtraThursday 23rd January: Manchester United v Rangers – Europa League – 8pm KO – 5 LiveSaturday 25th January: Aston Villa v Manchester City – WSL – 12pm KO – 5 Sports Extra Wolves v Arsenal – Premier League – 3pm KO – 5 Live Manchester City v Chelsea – Premier League - 5.30pm KO – 5 LiveSunday 26th January: Tottenham v Leicester – Premier League – 2pm KO – 5 Live Crystal Palace v Brentford – Premier League – 2pm KO – 5 Sports Extra Aston Villa v West Ham – Premier League - 4.30pm KO – 5 Live

Real Madrid are the most successful team in the history of the Champions League/European Cup with 15 titles. But how have they achieved this? Steve Crossman and Guillem Balague explore Real's relationship with the competition, looking at their early dominance in the late 1950s, through to their six triumphs since 2014.We hear from former players Clarence Seedorf and Sami Khedira on what makes Real Madrid so special. And former coach Paul Clement joins the pod to give us insight into current head coach Carlo Ancelotti and their "La Decima" win in 2014 against Atletico Madrid.To watch the TV documentary, it is available on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m00276py/how-to-win-the-champions-league4:30 Real Madrid's early dominance 11:40 Clarence Seedorf on the Real Madrid DNA 22:10 Paul Clement on La Decima and Carlo Ancelotti 38:30 Sami Khedira on Real's recruitment 40:30 Can they continue their dominance?

Steve Crossman is alongside Aaron Lennon, Pat Nevin & Alistair Bruce-Ball for analysis of Wednesday's Premier League action, including the North London Derby.Reaction from Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglu, and Declan Rice as Arsenal come from behind to win.Hear the thoughts of David Moyes as an Ollie Watkins goal ruins his return to Goodison Park.Plus, Alexander Isak feels "free" with the striker in red hot form.TIMECODES: 13:45 - Declan Rice on Arsenal's title hopes 18:18 - Ange Postecoglu on Spurs being "nowhere near" where they should be 21:15 - Mikel Arteta being "proud" after two tough results 23:20 - David Moyes' hopes of turning Everton around 27:50 - Alexander Isak on his form this seasonBBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League commentaries this week:Thu 16 Jan 2000 Man Utd v Southampton on 5 Live Thu 16 Jan 1930 Ipswich v Brighton & Hove on 5 Sports Extra Sat 18 Jan 1500 Brentford v Liverpool on 5 Live Sat 18 Jan 1730 Arsenal v Aston Villa on 5 Live Sun 19 Jan 1400 Manchester United v Brighton & Hove Albion on 5 Live Sun 19 Jan 1630 Ipswich Town v Manchester City on 5 Live Sun 19 Jan 1830 Manchester City v Manchester United (WSL) on 5 Sports Extra

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki. They discuss how Khvicha Kvaratskhelia will fit at PSG and whether Alejandro Garnacho would be a good replacement at Napoli. How will Randal Kolo Muani fit at Juventus? And how much pressure is Carlo Ancelotti under at Real Madrid? The team also discuss numerous players linked with transfers, including Abdukodir Khusanov and Marcus Rashford. Julien also tells the remarkable backstory of new Sunderland signing Enzo Le Fee. Warning: This episode contains discussions about suicide. If you or someone you know is in need of help, you can find links to organisations who can provide help and support at bbc.co.uk/actionlineTIMECODES… 0 mins – Introduction – just where is Sunderland? 2 mins – Will Khvicha Kvaratskhelia fit at PSG and will Alejandro Garnacho be a good replacement at Napoli? 13 mins – Mina discusses the problems at Juventus – and whether Randal Kolo Muani will be a good signing? 19 mins – What will Jurgen Klopp do now he has started his new job at Red Bull? And we hear from the former Liverpool manager. 25 mins – Guillem discusses how deep the problems are at Real Madrid – and how much pressure there is on Carlo Ancelotti. 29 mins – The team discusses several possible transfers – including Abdukodir Khusanov, Marcus Rashford and Martin Zubimendi. 32 mins – Julien explains the amazing backstory of new Sunderland signing Enzo Le Fee. 35 mins – The team discuss their favourite European cup competition – although some of them go a little rogue.

Steve Crossman presents reaction to Spurs' 1-0 win over Liverpool in the Carabao Cup.Ian Dennis, Michael Brown and Charlie Adam join Steve to react to the result.Lucas Bergvall's first goal for the club means Spurs will take that 1-0 lead to Anfield where the second leg of the semi-final will be played in February.Hear from Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou and Liverpool manager Arne Slot.Timecodes: 00:30 Liverpool anger at Bergvall winner 01:30 Youngsters shine for Spurs 11:00 Liverpool not at the races 15:35 Ange Postecoglou post-match 18:10 Arne Slot post-match 21:20 Semi-final first legs summarised5 LIVE COMMENTARIES THIS WEEK Thursday 9th January FA CUP: Everton v Peterborough United 1945 KO FA CUP: Fulham v Watford 1945 KOFriday 10th January FA CUP: Aston Villa v West Ham United 2000 KOSaturday 11th January FA CUP: Bristol City v Wolverhampton Wanderers 1200 KO FA CUP: Liverpool v Accrington Stanley 1215 KO FA CUP: Brentford v Plymouth Argyle 1500 KO FA CUP: Leeds United v Harrogate Town 1745 KO FA CUP: Manchester City v Salford City 1745 KOSunday 12th January FA CUP: Tamworth v Spurs 1230 KO FA CUP: Newcastle United v Bromley 1500 KO FA CUP: Crystal Palace v Stockport County 1500 KO

Steve Crossman presents reaction to Julen Lopetegui's West Ham departure. Ian Dennis, Michael Brown and Charlie Adam join Steve after reports that Graham Potter will take over at the club.The news of Potter's imminent appointment has been widely reported, with the former Brighton and Chelsea manager expected to sign a two-and-a-half-year contract in East London.Also hear from Spanish football expert Guillem Balague and West Ham podcaster Sean Whetstone.Timecodes: 01:00 Julen Lopetegui sacked 08:55 Is Graham Potter the right appointment? 18:20 Guillem Balague on Lopetegui 26:55 Sean Whetstone Lopetegui's departure 31:50 Do West Ham fans want Potter? 33:20 Tim Steidten's role5 LIVE COMMENTARIES THIS WEEK Thursday 9th January FA CUP: Everton v Peterborough United 1945 KO FA CUP: Fulham v Watford 1945 KOFriday 10th January FA CUP: Aston Villa v West Ham United 2000 KOSaturday 11th January FA CUP: Bristol City v Wolverhampton Wanderers 1200 KO FA CUP: Liverpool v Accrington Stanley 1215 KO FA CUP: Brentford v Plymouth Argyle 1500 KO FA CUP: Leeds United v Harrogate Town 1745 KO FA CUP: Manchester City v Salford City 1745 KOSunday 12th January FA CUP: Tamworth v Spurs 1230 KO FA CUP: Newcastle United v Bromley 1500 KO FA CUP: Crystal Palace v Stockport County 1500 KO

Steve Crossman presents as Arsenal, Newcastle United and Liverpool all see themselves progress into the semi finals of the League Cup.Hear from hat-trick hero Gabriel Jesus after Arsenal's 3-2 win over Crystal Palace, as well as from Palace boss Oliver Glasner. Eddie Howe and Thomas Frank both speak on the pod after Newcastle sailed through as 3-1 winners over Brentford. And Arne Slot also weighs in on Liverpool's win against Southampton.Then we hear from Ruben Amorim, addressing Marcus Rashford's comments about wanting a "new challenge". And Steve, Chris Waddle and Ian Dennis all reflect on what could be next for Rashford.

Steve Crossman is joined by Archie Rhind-Tutt, Mina Rzouki and Julien Laurens. San Marino earn promotion into Nations League C, while France and Germany end the year with wins.Harry Kane has a rival in the Golden Boot race in Germany in the form of Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush, and Borussia Dortmund continue to falter in the league.Hear from former West Ham manager Slaven Bilic on his fellow Croat – and former Dortmund boss - Edin Terzic, as well as the rise of Luka Modric.And the panel discuss Lyon's financial problems, and Claudio Ranieri's return to Roma.Timecodes: 00:35 San Marino earn promotion 05:35 Germany thump Bosnia and Herzegovina 09:10 Time for Didier Deschamps to go? 15:30 Italy under Luciano Spalletti 18:25 Omar Marmoush starring in the Bundesliga 21:25 Slaven Bilic on Modric, West Ham and Edin Terzic 33:25 Edin Terzic and Borussia Dortmund 35:40 Lyon's financial troubles 38:10 Claudio Ranieri back at Roma5 Live commentaries this week Thursday - UWCL, Arsenal v Juventus - 2000 KO Saturday - Premier League, Arsenal v Nottingham Forest - 1500 KO Saturday - Premier League, Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur - 1730 KO Sunday - Premier League, Southampton v Liverpool - 1400 KO Sunday - Premier League, Ipswich v Manchester United - 1630 KO

How and why has Pep Guardiola decided to extend his contract at Manchester City? Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Michael Brown, Sam Lee and Emily Brobyn.Did Guardiola's affection for the city of Manchester play a part in his decision, and can his decision to stay for at least another season get City's campaign back on track?The panel discuss how the news could galvanise the dressing room, and the next steps for Guardiola and the City hierarchy.Timecodes: 01:05 Reaction to the news 04:15 How Manchester City persuaded Guardiola to stay 08:05 Guardiola's affection for the city of Manchester 12:00 Mood amongst City fans 15:25 Did the 115 charges affect Guardiola's decision-making? 17:35 Implications for the title race 19:30 Next steps for City5 Live commentaries this week Thursday - UWCL, Arsenal v Juventus - 2000 KO Saturday - Premier League, Arsenal v Nottingham Forest - 1500 KO Saturday - Premier League, Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur - 1730 KO Sunday - Premier League, Southampton v Liverpool - 1400 KO Sunday - Premier League, Ipswich v Manchester United - 1630 KO

Hear from Lee Carsley, Taylor Harwood-Bellis and Anthony Gordon after England thrashed Ireland to return to the top tier of the UEFA Nations League. Steve Crossman is joined by Matt Upson, Clinton Morrison and senior football reporter Ian Dennis. Correspondent John Murray speaks to the big names in the tunnel at Wembley.00:40 What does England's win mean? 02:00 Scales red card tips the balance 06:30 Carsley goes out with a bang 10:35 Taylor Harwood-Bellis INTERVIEW 13:35 Anthony Gordon INTERVIEW 17:15 FA CEO statement on Lee Carsley 18:00 Lewis Hall impresses at left-back 22:35 Handing over to Thomas Tuchel 25:50 What next for Lee Carsley? 29:45 Lee Carsley INTERVIEWBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wales v Iceland – UEFA Nations League – 19:45 – Tuesday 19 November Arsenal v Juventus – UEFA Women's Champions League – 20:00 – Thursday 21 November Arsenal v Nottingham Forest – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 23 November Man City v Tottenham – Premier League – 17:30 – Saturday 23 November Southampton v Liverpool – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 24 November Ipswich v Man Utd – Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 24 November

The former Tottenham and France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris talks to Steve Crossman about life in his new home of Los Angeles, the highs and lows of his time at Tottenham, and the first time he saw Kylian Mbappe play for France.Lloris also talks about the impact moving from White Hart Lane may have had on Tottenham's trophy ambitions and how Pete Sampras influenced his sporting career.TIMECODES 00:50 Life in Los Angeles 04:10 His love of tennis and Pete Sampras 12:50 His Tottenham career 27:30 France, Mbappe and winning the World Cup 37:50 What next for Hugo LlorisBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tottenham v Arsenal – Women's Super League:13:45 – Saturday 16 November Chelsea v Man City – Women's Super League: 17:30 – Saturday 16 November (5 Sports Extra) Aston Villa v Crystal Palace – Women's Super League: 14:00 – Sunday 17 November (5 Sports Extra) England v Republic of Ireland – UEFA Nations League: 17:00 – Sunday 17 November

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Kristof Terreur ahead of the international break.They discuss why France captain Kylian Mbappe was left out of the latest squad despite being fit and playing for Real Madrid.The podcast also covers the mounting problems for Belgium boss Domenico Tedesco, before the first part of a special interview with former Croatia manager Slaven Bilic.There is also time to reflect on how footballers and managers have helped following catastrophic floods in Spain.Timecodes:03:07 - Kylian Mbappe 13:00 - Slaven Bilic 29:20 - Domenico Tedesco 32:50 - Floods in SpainBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:Greece v England – UEFA Nations League – 19:45 – Thursday 14 November Scotland v Croatia – UEFA Nations League – 19:45 – Friday 15 November Tottenham v Arsenal – Women's Super League – 13:45 – Saturday 16 November England v Republic of Ireland – UEFA Nations League – 17:00 – Sunday 17 November Wales v Iceland - UEFA Nations League – 19:45 – Tuesday 19 November

PSG and Luis Enrique, Real Madrid and Kylian Mbappe – solving problems.Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki after another busy week in the Champions League.They discuss why PSG find themselves 25th in the Champions League table. They also get stuck into the multitude of problems currently facing Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti – including the question of how to get the best out of Kylian Mbappe.They also discuss what life at Sporting will look like after the departure of Ruben Amorim and the future of in-form striker Viktor Gyokeres.Plus – the feel-good story at Brest, the team's assessment of the new Champions League format at the half-way stage and Guillem gives his theory about the bizarre Tyrone Mings' handball.Timecodes: 0 – The team discuss tattoos and the life of a trader. 3.55 – The problems at PSG. 13.06 – The poor form at Real Madrid and what needs to change. 25.55 - Viktor Gyokeres and life at Sporting after the departure or Ruben Amorim. 35.10 – The super story of French side Brest. 38.45 – The team's assessment of the Champions League so far. 41.44 – Why Guillem thinks Tyrone Mings handled the ball playing for Aston Villa on Wednesday.

Steve Crossman is joined by Marc Albrighton, Matt Upson and John Murray to react to defeats for Arsenal and Aston Villa in the Champions League. We hear from Mikel Arteta after a controversial penalty decision gifted Inter Milan the chance to secure a 1-0 win at the San Siro. Alistair Bruce-Ball and Chris Sutton discuss the bizarre penalty that cost Villa their first Champions League defeat of the season, away to Club Brugge. Plus, John Bennett joins the pod to wrap up Wednesday's other Champions League results.01:34 – Reaction to Inter 1-0 Arsenal 06:14 – Would Simone Inzaghi be a fit for the Premier League? 08:49 – San Siro penalty decisions 19:34 – Mikel Arteta reaction 20:16 – MIDPOINT 20:24 – Champions League format 25:56 – Wednesday Night's other results 29:14 – Club Brugge 1-0 Aston Villa 31:33 – Unai Emery reactionCommentaries on 5 Live and Sports Extra this week:Thursday 7 November Europa League - Manchester United v PAOK 2000 KO.Saturday 9 November Premier League - Wolves v Southampton 1500 KO. Premier League - Brighton v Man City 1730 KO.Sunday 10 November Premier League - Manchester United v Leicester 1400 KO. Premier League - Nottingham Forest v Newcastle 1400 KO. Premier League - Spurs v Ipswich 1400 KO. Premier League - Chelsea v Arsenal 1630 KO.

Steve Crossman is joined by ESPN Senior Writer Mark Ogden to reflect on Manchester United's 5-2 win over Leicester City in the League Cup. Ruud van Nistelrooy's time in charge gets off to a good start, but how close is Ruben Amorim to taking over? After hearing from van Nistelrooy himself, Steve chats to Leon Osman about Spurs' win over Manchester City, and then to Alan Shearer and Ian Dennis about Newcastle United's 2-0 win over Chelsea to progress to the quarter finals. We then hear from Newcastle United boss, Eddie Howe.Timecodes 01'42 Mark Ogden on Manchester United 5-2 Leicester City, and the latest on Amorim 07'12 Ruud van Nistelrooy interview 09'06 Leon Osman on Tottenham 2-1 Manchester City 13'41 Alan Shearer and Ian Dennis on Newcastle United 2-0 Chelsea 19'55 Eddie Howe interviewBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Liverpool v Brighton - Premier League - 15:00 Liverpool - Saturday 2 November Wolves v Crystal Palace - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 2 November Spurs v Aston Villa - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 3 November Man Utd v Chelsea - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 3 November

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki to reflect on this week's Champions League action. The team discuss Barcelona's comprehensive victory over Bayern Munich, as well as Real Madrid's 'inevitable' comeback against Borussia Dortmund. The panel also touch on Juventus and PSG dropping points, before welcoming Patrick Kluivert to discuss El Clásico this weekend.Timecodes: 2:55 Barcelona's win over Bayern and Raphinha's hat-trick 13:45 Real Madrid's comeback and Vinicius for the Ballon d'Or? 21:40 Juventus, PSG and the other highlights 30:01 Patrick Kluivert on El ClásicoCommentaries on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds this week:England women v Germany women – Friendly at Wembley – 19:30 – Friday 25 OctoberAston Villa v Bournemouth – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 26 October Everton v Fulham – Premier League – 17:30 - Saturday 26 OctoberWest Ham v Man Utd – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October Chelsea v Newcastle - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – Sports Extra Crystal Palace v Spurs - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – BBC Sport Website & App Arsenal v Liverpool - Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 27 October

Hear from Liverpool's Arne Slot, Manchester City's Pep Guardiola and Celtic's Brendan Rogers on Wednesday's Champions League matches. Plus Fenerbahce's Jose Mourinho faces Manchester United.Steve Crossman is joined by former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin, former Manchester City defender Nedum Onuoha and correspondent John Murray to react to a good night of Champions League action for the British teams. Conor McNamara reflects on Manchester City's performance, while John Bennett has the latest from the rest of Europe.Liverpool manager Arne Slot reacts to his team's win against RB Leipzig, while Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reflects on a successful night for the Premier League champions against Sparta Prague.Celtic manager Brendan Rogers also talks about his team's performance against Atalanta after bouncing back from defeat against Borussia Dortmund.Plus, hear from former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho ahead of facing his former club, Manchester United.Time codes:00:30 – Liverpool reaction 10:45 – Manchester City reaction 17:20 – Pep Guardiola 20:15 – Barcelona v Bayern Munich reaction 22:50 – Brendan Rogers 23:40 – Celtic Reaction 26:10 – Jose Mourinho 27:25 – Fenerbahce v Manchester United preview 29:20 – Arne Slot 30:40 – Final thoughts on LiverpoolCommentaries on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds this week:Fenerbahçe v Manchester United – UEFA Europa League – 20:00 – Thursday 24 October England women v Germany women – Friendly at Wembley – 19:30 – Friday 25 October Aston Villa v Bournemouth – Premier League – 15:00 – Saturday 26 October Everton v Fulham – Premier League – 17:30 - Saturday 26 October West Ham v Man Utd – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October Chelsea v Newcastle - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – Sports Extra Crystal Palace v Spurs - Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 27 October – BBC Sport Website & App Arsenal v Liverpool - Premier League – 16:30 – Sunday 27 October

Thomas Tuchel is the new England head coach, but how did his early career in Germany influence his coaching style?The Euro Leagues team of Steve Crossman, Rafa Honigstein, Julien Laurens and Guillem Balague look at his early days as a coach at Mainz. They also examine how his time as a player for Ulm influenced his coaching career.Julien tells us about his meeting with Paul Pogba, who's looking to restart his playing career following a doping ban. And we hear from Ashley Coffey, the ex-Whitby Town striker who's topping the goalscoring charts in Finland's top flight.01:00 Thomas Tuchel's early career, 15:00 Paul Pogba plans his return to football 23:20 AC Oulu's Ashley Coffey on trying to win the Finnish golden bootBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week:Saturday 19th October Manchester United v Brentford - Premier League - 5 Live from 15:00 Bournemouth v Arsenal - Premier League- 5 Live from 17:30Sunday 20th October Wolves v Man City - Premier League - 5 Live from 14:00 Liverpool v Chelsea - Premier League - 5 Live from 16:30

England manager Lee Carsley and goal scorers Declan Rice and Jack Grealish react to their 3-1 win against Finland in Helsinki.Steve Crossman presents reaction with former England defenders Phil Jagielka and Matt Upson. They discuss the result in Helsinki, whether England need clarity over interim manager Lee Carsley's future and the performance of some of the newer players against Finland.Time Codes: 05.40 – Lee Carsley 12.50 – Declan Rice 16.10 – Jack GrealishLive football coming up on BBC Sounds: Tuesday 15th October – Scotland v Portugal 7.45pm KO – Nations League on 5 Live Saturday 19th October – Manchester United v Brentford 3pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live Saturday 19th October – Bournemouth v Arsenal 5.30pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live Sunday 20th October – Wolves v Man City 2pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live Sunday 20th October – Liverpool v Chelsea 4.30pm KO – Premier League on 5 Live

England manager Lee Carsley, captain John Stones and striker Dominic Solanke react to their 2-1 defeat to Greece at Wembley.Steve Crossman presents reaction with correspondent John Murray and former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson. The Sunday Times' football correspondent Jonathan Northcroft also joins to reflect on a disappointing night at Wembley, while Greek football journalist Kostas Lianos reacts to an emotional night for Greece.

Steve Crossman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Shay Given to discuss whether Tottenham are 'the ultimate fairweather team' after blowing a 2-0 lead to lose 3-2 at Brighton. The BBC's Chief Football News Reporter Simon Stone joins the pod to reflect on the verdict in Manchester City's legal case against the Premier League's associated party transaction (APT) rules and discuss what happens next. And the panel have a feisty debate over whether goalkeepers should celebrate saving penalties after Jordan Pickford thwarted Anthony Gordon on Saturday.Topics: 02:58 - Are Spurs the ultimate fairweather team? 28:47 - What does the verdict in Manchester City's legal case against the Premier League's associated party transaction (APT) rules mean? 38:55 - Should goalkeepers celebrate saving penalties?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Chelsea v Real Madrid - Women's Champions League - 20:00 - Tuesday 8th October Manchester City v Barcelona - Women's Champions League - 20:00 - Wednesday 9th October England v Greece - Nations League - 19:45 - Thursday 10th October Arsenal v Chelsea - Women's Super League - 13:45 - Saturday 12th October Man Utd v Tottenham - Women's Super League - 12:30 - Sunday 13th October Finland v England - Nations League - 17:00 - Sunday 13th October

Steve Crossman is joined by Chris Sutton, John Murray and Dion Dublin to reflect on a brilliant victory for Aston Villa against Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Villa beat Bayern one nil thanks to Jhon Duran coming off the bench to replace Ollie Watkins and took just nine minutes to make his mark. Head of Sport at Sport Bild in Germany Christian Falk drops by to give the Bayern perspective as Vincent Kompany suffers his first defeat in charge of the German giants!Plus John Bennett joins the team to give the headlines from the other Champions League results around Europe. Timecodes: 00:20 Intro 02:10 Villa discipline & Duran goal 06:40 Kompany taught a lesson! 12:30 Martinez performance 19:47 Unai Emery 26:20 Watkins & Duran playing together? Commentaries on 5 live sport and BBC Sounds this week: Thursday 3rd October – Porto v Manchester United at 8pm Saturday 5th October – Manchester City v Fulham at 3pm Saturday 5th October – Everton v Newcastle at 5.30pm Sunday 6th October – Aston Villa v Manchester United at 2pm Sunday 6th October – Chelsea v Nottingham Forest at 2pm Sunday 6th October – Brighton v Tottenham at 4.30pm

Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Kristof Terreur. The panel discuss France, Real Madrid and Manchester United great Raphaël Varane who announced his retirement from football this week. Plus, will players across Europe go on strike? Also, a look ahead to the big game in Germany this weekend Bayern Munich versus Bayer Leverkusen.BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Arsenal v Leicester – Premier League -15:00 – Saturday 28th September Wolves v Liverpool – Premier League – 17:30 – Saturday 28th September Ipswich v Aston Villa – Premier League – 14:00 – Sunday 29th September Manchester United v Tottenham – Premier League - 16:30 – Sunday 29th September01:05 Luis Enrique's thoughts on press conferences 02:15 What's the worst question that panel has asked in a presser? 05:15 Players to strike? 17:30 The legacy of Raphaël Varane 26:50 Kompany's fine start at Bayern