Best Crystal Silence League Podcasts (2025)

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Alexander Isak to Liverpool? And your questions answered: Football Weekly 51:18

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Mark Langdon as Liverpool look to sign Alexander Isak, while the panel answer your questions from the pre-season mailbag. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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England are European champions, again: Football Weekly 48:36

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Max Rushden is joined by Nick Ames, Seb Hutchinson and Faye Carruthers as England retain the European crown against Spain. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Brilliant Bonmatí sends Spain into Euro 2025 final, plus transfer talk – Football Weekly Extra 56:28

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Max Rushden is joined by Jonathan Liew, Nedum Onuoha and Seb Hutchinson to discuss Euro 2025 and the latest transfer news. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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England leave it very late but Euro 2025 final beckons: Football Weekly 50:28

5d ago50:28

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Max Rushden, Nicky Bandini, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan, Nooruddean Choudry and Nick Ames discuss England reaching the Euros final. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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England in the semi-finals and Manchester United’s infamous five – Football Weekly 51:04

8d ago51:04

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Max Rushden is joined by Lucy Ward, Jonathan Wilson and Philippe Auclair as the Euro 2025 semi-finals are decided and Manchester United try to move on unwanted players. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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WFW: Berger’s brilliance denies France and Spain march on – Football Weekly 1:04:49

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Faye Carruthers is joined by Suzy Wrack, Sophie Downey and Tim Stillman to review two epic quarter-finals and preview the semi-finals.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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WFW: England victorious after shootout chaos and Italy stun Norway – Football Weekly 54:03

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Faye Carruthers is joined by Tom Garry, Marva Kreel and Jonathan Liew to relive England’s dramatic shootout win and Italy’s late heroics. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Chelsea champions of the world while England send Wales packing at Euros – Football Weekly 55:01

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Max Rushden is joined by John Brewin, Robyn Cowen and Dan Bardell as Chelsea win the Club World Cup and rampant England book a Euro 2025 quarter-final against Sweden. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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PSG demolish Real Madrid, transfers and a proper England win – Football Weekly Extra 54:34

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Paul Watson and Tom Garry to discuss the Euros, Club World Cup and more. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Chelsea into the Club World Cup final and England’s crunch Euro test – Football Weekly 54:54

20d ago54:54

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen, Jonathan Fadugba and Nick Ames as Chelsea progress to the Club World Cup final with a 2-0 win over Fluminense. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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A Diogo Jota tribute – Football Weekly 57:37

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Mark Langdon to pay tribute to Diogo Jota and Suzy Wrack joins from Zurich after England lose their opening game of Euro 2025. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Transfers, Euro 2025 and Sheffield Wednesday in crisis: Football Weekly Extra 54:04

26d ago54:04

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sam Dalling, Sanny Rudravajhala and Tom Garry for a transfer round-up and the latest from Euro 2025 in Switzerland. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Manchester City out of the Club World Cup and Euro 2025 kicks off - Football Weekly 52:39

27d ago52:39

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini, Nedum Onuoha and Suzy Wrack to discuss the Club World Cup and the Women’s Euros. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Lightning at the Club World Cup, U21 glory and the Women’s Euros – Football Weekly 56:25

29d ago56:25

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Max Rushden is joined by Seb Hutchinson, John Brewin and Dan Bardell to discuss Club World Cup chaos, England’s U21s triumph, the Women’s Euros in Switzerland. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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The Audio Long Read: Extremely loud and incredibly scouse: how Jamie Carragher conquered football punditry 46:06

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Football coverage no longer stops after the final whistle. And in this new era, the former Liverpool defender reigns supreme By Kieran Morris. Read by Felipe Pacheco. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Revisited: Luton Town’s Manager Idol – Forgotten Stories of Football podcast 9:47

1M ago9:47

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Primetime TV would prove the inspiration for one of the most shambolic managerial appointments in football history. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Is the Club World Cup actually … quite good? – Football Weekly podcast 53:31

1M ago53:31

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Will Unwin, Lars Sivertsen and Sid Lowe to talk transfers and Premier League fixtures. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Revisited: Manchester United v Galatasaray, 1993 – Forgotten Stories of Football podcast 15:48

1M ago15:48

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In this episode: few had expected much from Galatasaray in the European Cup, but United were out of their depth on the pitch amid terrifying hostility and harassment off it. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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The Audio Long Read: ‘The Silicon Valley of turf’ – how the UK’s pursuit of the perfect pitch changed football 31:04

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They used to look like quagmires, ice rinks or dustbowls, depending on the time of year. But as big money entered football, pristine pitches became crucial to the sport’s image – and groundskeepers became stars. By William Ralston. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod…

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The Club World Cup kicks off and Thomas Frank in at Spurs - Football Weekly 56:21

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Mark Langdon as the Club World Cup commences and Thomas Frank is installed at Spurs. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Is football ready for the Club World Cup? Football Weekly Extra 56:36

2M ago56:36

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nick Ames and Paul Watson to look ahead to the Club World Cup which kicks off this weekend in the USA. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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England made to suffer by Senegal and a Welsh thriller in Belgium – Football Weekly podcast 54:12

2M ago54:12

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Nedum Onuoha as Senegal become the first African country to beat the England men’s team. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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England’s grind, Nations League drama and Ange Postecoglou out at Spurs – Football Weekly 55:53

2M ago55:53

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, George Elek and Lars Sivertsen to discuss England’s laboured win over Andorra, the Nations League final and Ange Postecoglou’s Spurs exit. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Dissecting Tuchel’s England squad and transfer talk – Football Weekly Extra podcast 58:31

2M ago58:31

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Paul Watson and Dan Bardell to discuss transfers and preview the international break. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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End of season mailbag special – Football Weekly 51:47

2M ago51:47

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and John Brewin to answer your questions from the Football Weekly mailbag. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Champions League glory for PSG at last – Football Weekly 56:22

2M ago56:22

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Jonathan Wilson as PSG win their first European Cup with an emphatic 5-0 win over Inter. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Champions League final preview, plus Chelsea win a thing! – Football Weekly Extra podcast 55:54

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Mark Langdon to discuss this week’s European finals. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Sunderland, Charlton and Wimbledon celebrate playoff joy: Football Weekly 57:15

2M ago57:15

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, George Elek and Sanny Rudravajhala to round up a the EFL playoffs. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Premier League final-day drama and a Sunderland hangover: Football Weekly 58:45

2M ago58:45

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson, and Robyn Cowen to unpack the final day of the Premier League season. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Glory, glory Tottenham Hotspur. And what next for Ange Postecoglou? Football Weekly Extra 52:43

2M ago52:43

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Lars Sivertsen as Spurs win their first trophy since 2008 and their first European silverware in more than 40 years. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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De Bruyne’s big City sendoff and a Europa League final preview: Football Weekly 53:37

2M ago53:37

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Seb Hutchinson and Dan Bardell as Manchester City move closer to sealing Champions League football with a 3-1 win over Bournemouth. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Crystal Palace make history and end of an era at Goodison Park - Football Weekly podcast 58:04

2M ago58:04

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Will Unwin, Troy Townsend, Ed Aarons and Andy Hunter as Crystal Palace win their first major trophy and Everton’s men’s team bid farewell to Goodison Park. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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FA Cup final preview and Sunderland book place at Wembley - Football Weekly Extra podcast 59:50

3M ago59:50

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan, Nedum Onuoha and Nick Ames to preview the FA Cup final between Crystal Palace and Manchester City. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Clásico chaos, the Blades head to Wembley and your questions – Football Weekly 54:31

3M ago54:31

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nooruddean Choudry, John Brewin and Phil Kitromilides for a Football Weekly mailbag. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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A big win for Newcastle and Liverpool fans boo one of their own – Football Weekly 57:56

3M ago57:56

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lucy Ward and Sam Dalling as Newcastle secure a huge win over Chelsea in the hunt for Champions League football. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Manchester United and Spurs head for Europa League final – Football Weekly (bonus) 39:42

3M ago39:42

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Paul Watson as Spurs and Manchester United progress to the Europa League final. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Arsenal down and out in Paris. What now? Football Weekly Extra 51:28

3M ago51:28

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Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Philippe Auclair reflect on Arsenal being knocked out of the Champions League by PSG. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Inter 7-6 Barcelona, the greatest two-legged semi-final of all time? - Football Weekly 51:38

3M ago51:38

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Fadugba and Mark Langdon as Inter beat Barcelona 7-6 on aggregate after an absolutely thrilling two legged tie in the Champions League. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Chelsea trip up the champions in hunt for Europe – Football Weekly 55:27

3M ago55:27

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Dan Bardell as Chelsea secure a vital win over Liverpool in the race for Champions League football next season. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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A belter in Barcelona turns up the power: Football Weekly Extra 50:20

3M ago50:20

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen, Mark Langdon and Sid Lowe to discuss all the big European action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Advantage PSG after first leg at Arsenal – Football Weekly 52:23

3M ago52:23

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Nicky Bandini as Arsenal try and lick their wounds after they failed to gain an edge at home against PSG in the first leg of their semi-final clash in the Champions League. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod…

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Liverpool’s title delight – Football Weekly 55:19

3M ago55:19

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Robyn Cowen as Liverpool are crowned as champions and Manchester City and Crystal Palace go through to the FA Cup final. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Liverpool’s title chance, the FA Cup semis … and walkers: Football Weekly Extra 55:02

3M ago55:02

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Seb Hutchinson and Dan Bardell as Manchester City get a vital win over Aston Villa in the hunt for Champions League football. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Leeds and Burnley return to the Premier League: Football Weekly 57:45

3M ago57:45

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, George Elek and Sanny Rudravajhala as Leeds and Burnley confirm their return to the Premier League over a busy Easter weekend in the EFL. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Liverpool one victory from title and Villa win big in race for top five – Football Weekly 51:11

3M ago51:11

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay and Jonathan Wilson as Aston Villa, Manchester City and Chelsea secure important wins in the race for the five Champions League spots. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Awesome Arsenal silence Madrid and set up PSG semi: Football Weekly Extra 54:23

3M ago54:23

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Philippe Auclair as Arsenal win 2-1 in Madrid to knock the holders out of the Champions League. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Aston Villa fall short of heroic comeback against PSG – Football Weekly 51:40

3M ago51:40

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon and Lars Sivertsen as Aston Villa go out swinging in the Champions League. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Manchester United thrashed as race for Champions League heats up – Football Weekly podcast 56:24

4M ago56:24

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Mark Pougatch and Sam Dalling as Newcastle’s form puts them fourth in the Premier League. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Are PSG the favourites to win the Champions League? – Football Weekly Extra podcast 52:11

4M ago52:11

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Archie Rhind-Tutt as to talk over the Champions League action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian

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Declan Rice stars on a famous night for Arsenal – Football Weekly 53:12

4M ago53:12

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Nick Ames as Declan Rice scores two incredible free kicks to help Arsenal beat Real Madrid 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypodBy The Guardian