Football Daily

Football Daily

BBC Radio 5 Live

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Jana Fernandez, Alexia Putellas & can London City genuinely disrupt the WSL?
Nov 10, 2026 · 13m
Ben Haynes and Ellen White visit London City Lionesses to discuss their ambitious title challenge following the arrival of Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas.
MNC: White on his England exit, will Carrick continue & Frank to Palace?
Nov 9, 2026 · 1h 5m
The Monday Night Club features Mark Chapman, Joe Hart, Rory Smith, and Chris Sutton discussing Manchester United's chaotic 4-1 draw with Aston Villa,…
Carrick still in limbo & are Brighton title challengers?
Nov 9, 2026 · 41m
Lloyd Griffith shares his recent trip to Argentina, describing the intense passion of local fans and his conversion to Boca Juniors.
James Trafford: Can he become England's number one?
Nov 7, 2026 · 15m
James Trafford, the most expensive British goalkeeper, discusses his transition from growing up on a farm in West Cumbria to becoming an England international and Leeds United starter.
TCV: A hat-trick of headers and what makes a good summariser?
Nov 6, 2026 · 57m
Hosts John Murray, Ian Dennis, and Alistair Bruce Ball discuss the England squad announcement, focusing on Thomas Tuchel's omission of Cole Palmer…
Ronaldo bows out for Portugal & why is the PL getting younger?
Nov 5, 2026 · 46m
Hosts Rick Edwards and guests Nader Manua and Charlie Adam discuss Cristiano Ronaldo’s retirement from international football, reflecting on his legacy and the end of an era.
United's signs of life & can Villa compete with the elite?
Nov 3, 2026 · 38m
Football Daily reacts to Manchester United's dramatic 3-2 Champions League comeback against Roma, analyzing whether this victory marks a turning point for manager Michael Carrick.
MNC: Serie A nostalgia & are Villa being kept out of the 'Big Six'?
Nov 2, 2026 · 1h 0m
The Monday Night Club discusses Aston Villa's dropped legal threat against Jamie Carragher, debating the implications for media freedom and the club's perception of a "football food chain.
Are Liverpool too meek?
Nov 2, 2026 · 38m
Rick Edwards hosts this episode with Arsenal fan Luke Kempner, analyzing Arsenal's 1-0 win at Anfield and debating the missed penalty.
Alan Shearer: Will the Premier League goalscoring record ever be broken?
Oct 31, 2026 · 14m
Alan Shearer joins the Football Daily podcast to reflect on his 20-year retirement, his record-breaking career, and his time managing Newcastle United.
Tongue twisters and what is the best goal music?
Oct 30, 2026 · 54m
The hosts discuss Ian Dennis's viral League Cup commentary at Fleetwood, where the Captain Pugwash theme played during a goal, and debate the frequency of lower-league upsets in the EFL Cup.
Lloyd's off to the Superclásico & are Spurs finally good again?
Oct 29, 2026 · 47m
This episode of Football Daily opens with a lighthearted debate over Harry Kane’s Ballon d’Or win before shifting to a tactical analysis of Tottenham…
Carrick Stays at United & Kane Wins Ballon d’Or
Oct 27, 2026 · 30m
This episode of Football Daily examines the uncertainty surrounding Manchester United, where Michael Carrick remains in charge despite speculation…
MNC: No smiles for the cameras at Manchester United
Oct 26, 2026 · 1h 0m
The Monday Night Club segment focuses on Manchester United’s ongoing crisis, debating whether Michael Carrick can salvage a squad lacking the mental…
Can anyone manage Manchester United?
Oct 26, 2026 · 40m
Following Manchester United's 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth, which dropped them to 16th in the Premier League, the episode analyzes the club's deepening…
Sean Dyche - The Football Interview
Oct 24, 2026 · 16m
Sean Dyche discusses his life since leaving Nottingham Forest, including his new media work and his daughter’s encouragement to join social media.
The Commentators' View
Oct 23, 2026 · 54m
In this episode of The Commentator's View, Ian Dennis, Alistair Bruce Ball, and John Murray discuss the contrasting states of Manchester United and Bayern Munich following a Champions League match.
Can Michael Carrick survive as Man Utd boss?
Oct 22, 2026 · 37m
Rick and Lloyd analyze Manchester United's 4-1 defeat to Como, focusing on the fallout from Bruno Fernandes' public criticism of manager Michael Carrick's tactics.
Fernandes questions tactics in Man Utd humiliation - 5 Live reaction
Oct 21, 2026 · 25m
Football Daily analyzes Manchester United's 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como, focusing on the damaging post-match comments from captain Bruno…
Record breaking night as Liverpool, City & PSG win - 5 Live reaction
Oct 20, 2026 · 27m
Football Daily analyzes a goal-fest Champions League night featuring 40 goals, with guests Stephen Warnock, Ashley Young, and Tom Allnut discussing the new format's impact on entertainment.
MNC: Palace thrashed 5-0, & trouble in the North-East
Oct 19, 2026 · 42m
Crystal Palace fans discuss the team's defensive struggles and a 5-0 loss to Brighton, debating whether new manager Pierre Sarge needs more time.
Free-scoring Brighton & Man United settle for a point
Oct 18, 2026 · 26m
The hosts discuss a listener's viral moment heading a ball into the crowd during a Brentford vs.
Kasper and Peter Schmeichel - The Football Interview
Oct 17, 2026 · 13m
Peter and Kasper Schmeichel discuss Kasper’s recent retirement, reflecting on the emotional transition from a structured athletic life to an unstructured "second life.
TCV: Seafood, pub quizzes and Martin Lewis' phone-a-friend
Oct 16, 2026 · 57m
In this episode of The Commentators' View, Alistair Bruce, John Murray, and Ian Dennis discuss their recent broadcasting experiences, including…
Rick & Lloyd return, & Man City’s PSG reality check
Oct 15, 2026 · 35m
Football Daily returns post-World Cup with hosts discussing Manchester City’s guilty verdict for 114 financial breaches.
Goals galore as PSG defeat Man City - 5 Live reaction
Oct 14, 2026 · 28m
Football Daily covers a dramatic Champions League night where PSG beat Manchester City 4-2, with City mounting a strong second-half comeback after a poor start.
The Champions League Debrief: A loss for Man United, Martinez attacks the board & Arsenal win at home
Oct 13, 2026 · 30m
Manchester United's 2-0 Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid was dissected, with the panel criticizing manager Michael Carrick's tactical choices and the controversial VAR red card.
MNC: Manchester City defiant, Fulham struggling and Seedorf in Brazil
Oct 12, 2026 · 1h 1m
The Monday Night Club discusses Manchester City's 3-0 win at Anfield, debating whether the team's on-pitch performance can be separated from their ongoing financial misconduct scandal.
Martin Odegaard - The Football Interview
Oct 10, 2026 · 17m
Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard reflects on his journey from teenage sensation to Premier League title winner, discussing the mental resilience…
The Commentators' View - Man City's return and a prank in Istanbul
Oct 9, 2026 · 49m
Hosts Ian Dennis, John Murray, and Connor McNamara discuss the return of Premier League action, focusing on the intense Liverpool vs.
The Brighton Blueprint: How to Compete with Football's Giants
Oct 8, 2026 · 24m
Brighton Sporting Director Mike Cave explains how the club balances data analytics with subjective scouting to identify global talent.
TCV: Tuchel goes swimming, ‘Bonjaman’ & Man City guilty
Oct 2, 2026 · 56m
The hosts discuss the Nations League, praising its competitive format and analyzing England's crucial match against Croatia in a near-empty stadium.
Special: Sir Alex Ferguson interview
Oct 2, 2026 · 13m
Sir Alex Ferguson discusses his new book, reflecting on his humble Glasgow upbringing and the pivotal 1963 hat trick that saved his career from emigrating to Canada.
Jack Wilshere - The Football Interview
Oct 1, 2026 · 21m
Jack Wilshire discusses his return to Luton Town as manager, reflecting on his early days at the club and his formative years at Arsenal under Arsene Wenger.
Man City Q&A with Kieran Maguire & Dale Johnson
Sep 30, 2026 · 21m
Football Daily host Kelly Summers discusses the Premier League’s ruling that Manchester City committed over 100 financial fair play breaches, featuring guests Kieran Maguire and Dale Johnson.
Premier League confirm Man City guilty of all charges - 5 Live Reaction
Sep 29, 2026 · 34m
The Premier League has found Manchester City guilty of all charges, alleging the club used "sham contracts" to hide nearly £1 billion in investment and lied to investigators.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia - The Football Interview
Sep 27, 2026 · 7m
Julian Lawrence interviews PSG winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, a Ballon d'Or contender, about his journey from Tbilisi to European stardom.
Man City guilty of 114 charges - 5 Live Reaction
Sep 25, 2026 · 1h 24m
Manchester City has been found guilty of nearly all 115 charges related to financial rule breaches, a verdict that has shocked the club and the Premier League.
TCV: Awkward interviews, Anthony Gordon & barn doors
Sep 24, 2026 · 58m
The BBC 5 Live commentators discuss the upcoming England vs.
Alexander Isak - The Football Interview
Sep 19, 2026 · 8m
Alexander Isak joins the Football Daily podcast to discuss his transition from Newcastle to Liverpool, highlighting his strong start under new manager Arne Slot.
TCV: Tuchel talks Trent, Clinton clasps & Gerónimo!
Sep 18, 2026 · 56m
The 5 Live commentators discuss the England squad selection, with Thomas Tuchel explaining why Trent Alexander-Arnold was included and Phil Foden omitted.
Rúben Dias - The Football Interview
Sep 12, 2026 · 14m
Ruben Dias discusses his role as a leader in Manchester City’s new era under manager Enzo Maresca, highlighting the excitement of the squad’s rebuild…
TCV: La Manita, handclasps & the moose head
Sep 11, 2026 · 1h 1m
The hosts discuss the early Champions League campaign, noting Premier League clubs' financial dominance and reflecting on the handshake tradition in sports.
Keith Andrews - The Football Interview
Sep 5, 2026 · 14m
Brentford manager Keith Andrews joins Football Daily to discuss his journey from a 15-year-old Irish apprentice at Wolves to a Premier League head coach.
TCV: On the buses & Enzo lacking respect?
Sep 4, 2026 · 52m
BBC commentators Alistair Bruce Ball, John Murray, and Ian Dennis discuss stadium naming rights, recent match experiences, and Tottenham’s poor start.
Frank Lampard x Tom Grennan - The Football Interview
Aug 29, 2026 · 13m
Tom Grenier sits down with Coventry City manager Mark Robins to discuss his journey from player to gaffer and the emotional high of securing automatic promotion.
TCV: Murray the Menace & scrap the UCL draw?
Aug 28, 2026 · 48m
The hosts discuss their recent commentary experiences, including Ali Bruce Ball’s transition to athletics and John Murray’s emotional coverage of Kevin Keegan’s return at Newcastle.
Karel Prince: Lie Detector - Danny Webber
Aug 25, 2026 · 26m
BBC’s Carell Prince and Anita Bayami fact-check three stories from ex-pro Danny Welbeck to find the single truth.
James Maddison - The Football Interview
Aug 22, 2026 · 13m
Tottenham’s James Maddison discusses his toughest year, balancing a season-ending ACL injury with the arrival of his second set of twins.
TCV: Premier League returns & John’s wrestling mask
Aug 21, 2026 · 49m
John Murray, Ian Dennis, and Alistair Bruce Ball return for Series 3 of The Commentator’s View, discussing the start of the new Premier League season.
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