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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to back-to-back embarrassing losses for the USMNT in the Nations League. Where are the USMNT on the panic meter and can these issues be fixed before the World Cup? Christian and Alexis then react to some comments from their USL promotion/relegation chat from last week. Later, Christian and Alexis recap the major storylines from a busy MLS weekend.

Gordon Duncan is joined by Roger Hannah & Stephen O'Donnell as they react to Scotland's defeat to Greece as the team drop out of League A in the Nation's League and we discuss Steve Clarke's future as well as play Beat The Pundit & the Full Time Teaser 📻 Listen live from 6pm every weeknight on Clyde 1: https://hellorayo.co.uk/clyde/ways-to-listen Twitter: https://x.com/ClydeSSB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clyde1ssb TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clydessb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clyde1 Check out our YouTube channel & subscribe via: https://www.youtube.com/@Clyde1SSB Previous shows: https://hellorayo.co.uk/podcasts/superscoreboard/

Musa and Ryan round up the action from the weekend, including a quick shout-out for Real Madrid Femenino beating Barcelona for the first time (05:10), before moving onto the men’s UEFA Nations League quarterfinals (07:07) and the Concacaf Nations League final and third-place match (19:16). Then, they chat about Juventus sacking Thiago Motta (22:10), replacing him with Igor Tudor, and whether up-and-coming managers should be wary of making big moves early in their careers. For more podcasts, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and much more, you can become a Stadio member by signing up at patreon.com/stadio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo welcomes Daniel Storey, Tom Williams and Seb Stafford-Bloor into the pod after an incredible weekend of international action. Germany throw away a 3-0 lead against Italy but still earn the right to compete in the Nations League finals and indeed to host them. But what happened with the Jamal Musiala goal that embarrassed the Azzurri? Cristiano Ronaldo’s on the scoresheet for Portugal in their extra-time victory over Denmark. France win on penalties against Croatia as Michael Olise really steps up for his country. Spain also progress on penalties after a 3-3 draw with Netherlands. Pol Ballus was there and is full of praise for Lamine Yamal and Spain debutant Dean Huijsen. Thomas Tuchel’s England beat Albania and welcome Latvia to Wembley. The panel ask whether we will ever see the best of Phil Foden in an England shirt. Plus Motta, Matondo, Mexico and the Marshall Islands. Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Germany 3-3 Italy (06.00) • PART 1b: Portugal 5-2 Denmark (11.00) • PART 1c: France beat Croatia on penalties (13.00) • PART 1d: Spain beat Netherlands with Pol Ballus (17.30) • PART 2a: Elsewhere in the Nations League (24.00) • PART 2b: England ready for Latvia (30.00) • PART 2c: Bellamy’s Wales win again (37.00) • PART 3a: Motta sacked by Juventus (40.00) • PART 3b: New Zealand qualify for the World Cup (43.00) • PART 3c: Lee Wingate from The Sweeper joins us (45.00) • PART 3d: Mexico win the Nations League (53.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all of the relevant reaction from last night's Nations League win for the Republic of Ireland over Bulgaria. We speak to Evan Ferguson after he ended a four-month wait for a goal, and assistant manager John O'Shea. Plus, Juventus have a new manager, with their previous boss Thiago Motta exiting in acrimonious fashion.

This is Monday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize sampler of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, we looked back on Ireland's win over Bulgaria in the Nations League with Vinny Perth, and what it means for Evan Ferguson going forward. Alan Quinlan was in studio to review Ireland's defeat to France in the W6N, plus a mixed weekend for the provinces in the URC. And Camogie legend Sarah O'Donovan reflected on the weekend's Allianz Hurling League action. And this morning's Bite takes in some of that chat with Sarah after Tipperary and Cork book their Hurling League final places, and that's after Vinny Perth gives his view on Ireland's brace of 2-1 wins over Bulgaria. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Jimbo is joined in the studio by Duncan Alexander, Jack Lang and Tom Williams on that most blessed of occasions - international week. Thomas Tuchel gets ready for his first game as England manager in World Cup qualifying and we’re all very impressed with how he’s handled the media so far. The Nations League quarter-finals see Germany win in Italy and Croatia overcome France thanks to another ridiculously good Luke Modric performance. Belgium lose a 4th game in a row in what was Rudi Garcia’s 4th match in charge. Which makes us wonder why French managers aren’t coaching at elite club level anymore? Brazil leap up the table in CONMEBOL qualifying thanks to a dramatic late win over Colombia. Plus trademark celebrations, CONCACAF Nations League drama and Quenda we get to see Chelsea’s new signing? Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Tuchel making a good impression (02.00) • PART 2a: Netherlands 2-2 Spain & Denmark 1-0 Portugal (13.00) • PART 2b: Italy 1-2 Germany (18.00) • PART 2c: Croatia 2-0 France (21.00) • PART 2d: Chelsea sign Geovany Quenda (26.00) • PART 2e: Elsewhere in the Nations League (30.00) • PART 3a: Brazil 2-1 Colombia (37.00) • PART 3b: Nations League dismay for USA & Canada (44.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the reaction to the Republic of Ireland's Nations League playoff win away to Bulgaria. We speak to goalscorers Finn Azaz and Matt Doherty, as well as Troy Parrott to get their views of the first leg in Plovdiv. Plus, Phil rounds up all of last night's Nations League playoff and World Cup qualifier action. And here at home, Kerry add some international flavour to their attack.

This is Friday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, we got all the reaction to the Republic of Ireland's 2-1 win over Bulgaria with Nathan Murphy in Plovdiv, and Owen Heary + Barry Murphy in studio. We previewed the weekend's Allianz Football League action with Neil Ewing and Sean ‘Bawn’ O’Sullivan. And it's there we take our Bite, with Leitrim's forfeit against Fermanagh still dominating football chat, and then it's over to Plovdiv to pick through Ireland's Nations League playoff win. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Gordon Duncan is joined by Mark Wilson and Gordon Dalziel to take your calls ahead of Greece vs Scotland in the first leg of the UEFA Nations League play-off for a place in League A. Our reporter Tom Grant joins us from Athens, speaking to members of the Tartan Army ahead of kick-off, then the guys take you through the opening stages of the match.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan puts the finishing touches to the Republic of Ireland's preparations for tonight's Nations League playoff first leg with Bulgaria. Heimir Hallgrimsson discusses Evan Ferguson, Troy Parrott, Rocco Vata and his goalkeeping conundrum. A Liverpool stalwart leaves the Dutch camp carrying an injury. Brazil's preparations for their World Cup qualifier with Colombia have been hit by drone drama.

Gordon Duncan is joined by Marvin Bartley & Simon Donnelly as they build up to Scotland's Nations League clash with Greece, discuss Rangers strong worded statement and we hear from John McGinn as well as play Beat The Pundit and the Full Time Teaser... 📻 Listen live from 6pm every weeknight on Clyde 1: https://hellorayo.co.uk/clyde/ways-to-listen Twitter: https://x.com/ClydeSSB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clyde1ssb TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clydessb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clyde1 Check out our YouTube channel & subscribe via: https://www.youtube.com/@Clyde1SSB Previous shows: https://hellorayo.co.uk/podcasts/superscoreboard/

NFL legend and Burnley co-owner JJ Watt chats to Mark Chapman. They discuss everything from bench pressing with the Burnley players to the uncertainty of the NFL draft. Watt opens up on why he decided to invest in Burnley – and why once he did so, he was determined to win over the fans, just as he did after moving to Houston as an American footballer. They also discuss goalkeeper James Trafford, the difference between sports that do and do not have relegation and the contrasting schedule between the NFL and the EFL. TIMECODES 0 mins: JJ’s interest in learning about the business of football 4 mins: The importance of community when you join a club 5 mins: The danger element of investing in a sport that has relegation 8 mins: The insight that JJ can offer the board as a former professional athlete. 12 mins: James Trafford – and the art of goalkeeping 16 mins: The difference in football and NFL schedules 19 mins: JJ’s experiences in the NFL draft 25 mins: The big salaries paid to sportsmen and how they handle them 26 mins: The importance of giving back 5 Live/Sports Extra Commentaries this week: Wednesday 19th March – Manchester City v Chelsea – Women’s Champions League Quarter Final – 8pm KO on 5 Live Thursday 20th March – Greece v Scotland – Nations League – 7.45pm KO on 5 Live Friday 21st March – England v Albania – World Cup Qualifier – 7.45pm KO on 5 Live

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from the Republic of Ireland camp ahead of tomorrow night's Nations League playoff with Bulgaria. Heimir Hallgrimsson discusses the importance of staying in League B, what they've learned since their chastening trip to Wembley, and how best to utilise Finn Azaz. Jimmy Dunne talks Northern Ireland interest, and his hereditary resilience. Renee Slegers has her say on that 'disgraceful' pitch in Madrid. And could Dean Huijsen be heading back to Spain?

This is Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your FREE bitesize sample of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, former Leitrim captain Gary Reynolds joined Adrian to discuss his county's recent forfeiture of their league fixture with Fermanagh. James Tracy selects his Lions squad for this summer. And Nathan Murphy joins us from Plovdiv where the Republic of Ireland are preparing to play Bulgaria in the Nations League. And it's there we take today's Bite, but first, some of Gary Reynolds' chat with Adrian Barry regarding Leitrim's forfeit. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Gordon Duncan is joined by Mark Wilson & Gordon Dalziel as the weekend's fall out rages on, we look ahead to Scotland's Nations League tie with Greece and play Beat The Pundit and the Full Time Teaser... 📻 Listen live from 6pm every weeknight on Clyde 1: https://hellorayo.co.uk/clyde/ways-to-listen Twitter: https://x.com/ClydeSSB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clyde1ssb TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clydessb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clyde1 Check out our YouTube channel & subscribe via: https://www.youtube.com/@Clyde1SSB Previous shows: https://hellorayo.co.uk/podcasts/superscoreboard/

Jimbo’s got Julien Laurens, Rory Smith, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Pol Ballús in tow to put all the action from across the continent under the microscope. It’s advantage Inter in Serie A as the Nerazzurri moved three points clear at the top of the table thanks to their 2-0 win over title rivals Atalanta. Napoli lost ground after being held to their seventh draw of the season by lowly Venezia in a game they somehow failed to score in. In La Liga, Barcelona came from two goals down to stun Atléti 4-2 and regain top spot, after Kylian Mbappé’s brace in their 2-1 win at Villarreal. Plenty are still reeling in the red and white side of Madrid after THAT Champions League exit… Over in France, PSG celebrated their Champions League heroics by extending their lead at the top of the Ligue 1 table to a whopping 19 points after their 3-1 win vs Marseille. And in the Bundesliga, Laterkusen returned in their dramatic 4-3 win at Stuttgart, while Bayern were held by Union Berlin which means their advantage at the top is cut to six points. Produced by Lucy Oliva. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Moments of the weekend and Nations League chatter (00.40) • PART 2: La Liga review - Advantage Barca after late drama in Madrid (10.55) • PART 3: Serie A review - Inter go top as Juve crumble (21.15) • PART 4: Ligue 1 review - History books beckon for PSG (36.10) • PART 5: Bundesliga review - Leverkusen close the gap with late heroics (48.30) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan continues the build-up to Thursday's Nations League playoff with Bulgaria in Plovdiv. We hear from James Abankwah, Matt Doherty and John O'Shea, with Abankwah encouraging more young Irish players to try their luck on the continent. Mauricio Pochettino still harbours hopes of a reunion with Tottenham. Dougie Freedman's swapping South London for the. Saudi second tier.

An exciting international window is upon us with CONCACAF and UEFA Nations League matches & CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse previewed USMNT’s match against Panama in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinal. Alexi unveiled his predictions for the starting lineup. Most of the players called up for Pochettino’s squad were in club action this weekend. Christian Pulisic helped AC Milan to a comeback win with his 15th goal of the season. Jedi Robinson and Fulham edged Tottenham and jumped up to 8th in the Premier League standings. Although Haji Wright will miss USMNT action, he recorded his first English soccer hat-trick with Coventry City. Back stateside, Messi was back on the pitch with Inter Miami scoring in back-to-back matches. However, he will be unavailable for Argentina’s CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying matches. The squad is set to take on Uruguay and Brazil. (5:16) To wrap the show, the guys discuss international kits, play-by-play announcing, and facing Niall Quinn from the Republic of Ireland. (39:53) USMNT vs Panama preview (5:16) USMNT Abroad recap (13:47) Newcastle celebrates in Carabao Cup Final (20:00) CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying: No Messi (30:31) UEFA Nations League (35:28) #AskAlexi (39:53) One for the Road: Facing Niall Quinn (48:41) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest edition of Caught Offside, we discuss PSG's Champions League victory at Anfield and Ousmane Dembele's emergence as a true superstar. Plus, we break out our telescopic lenses to try and determine if Julian Alvarez did in fact double tap the ball and we share our thoughts on Raphina's potential Ballon d'Or credentials. And finally, Poch has named his squad for the Nations League; we break down the ones who made it and the one who did not. By the way, we've got a really fun episode up on Caught Offside Plus where we go back and explain the history behind some of the most important drops to have ever appeared on the show. Just go to https://caughtoffside.supercast.com to sign up! And once you have access to the premium feed, be sure to go back and check out our special "welcome episode" from June 24th, 2024 (we don't think you'll be disappointed)! For all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ where we have the Bingo t-shirts as well as our awesome new beannies! --- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/ Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick off the episode with Mauricio Pochettino’s Nations League roster drop. Six MLS based players got the call including Diego Luna, Patrick Agyemang, and Brian White. The squad will face Panama on March 20th. Over in the Champions League, Lamine Yamal led Barcelona’s romp over Benfica with a goal and assist. Is Yamal the best player in the world at just 17 years-old? Gio Reyna came on late in Dortmund’s win over Lille. They will meet Yamal and Barcelona in the UCL quarter finals. Julián Alvarez’s controversial double-kick snubbed Atletico from taking down Real Madrid and moving on. The CONCACAF Champions Cup action also heats up. MLS-sides answered back in leg 2, with three squads advancing to the quarterfinals thus far. Messi and Inter Miami wrap up the Round of 16 with a trip to Jamaica. (4:53) In #AskAlexi the guys answer questions on Gio Reyna’s next steps and Manchester United’s new roofed stadium. To wrap Alexi acknowledges 2025 Colin Jose Media Award winner Bob Ley. USMNT roster drop (4:53) Champions League action: Yamal leads Barcelona romp (16:22) USMNT Abroad (40:06) CONCACAF Champions Cup: Messi travels to Jamaica (42:19) #AskAlexi (52:42) One for the Road: Bob Ley wins 2025 Colin Jose Media Award (63:16) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of Football Daily EXTRA, Richie McCormack brings you the latest following the Republic of Ireland squad announcement for the Nations League playoff with Bulgaria. Manager Heimir Hallgrimsson explains his latest 23, the inclusion of Rocco Vata, and the whereabouts of the likes of Andy Moran and John Joe Patrick Finn. Plus, four League of Ireland-based players are included in the U21 squad for their latest pair of friendlies.

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of the Republic of Ireland squad for the Nations League playoff with Bulgaria. Ange Postecoglou singles out Troy Parrott for praise ahead of tonight's Europa League second leg involving Tottenham and AZ. Ruben Amorim discusses Jim Ratcliffe's disparaging of the Manchester United squad. Ruesha Littlejohn is a Hoop. And Joshua Kimmich has ended speculation regarding his future.

Gordon Duncan is joined by Simon Donnelly & Gordon Dalziel as they discuss the Scotland squad ahead of their Nations League tie with Greece, start building up to Rangers Europa League clash with Fenerbahçe, as well as Beat The Pundit and a Full Time Teaser. 📻 Listen live from 6pm every weeknight on Clyde 1: https://hellorayo.co.uk/clyde/ways-to-listen Twitter: https://x.com/ClydeSSB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clyde1ssb TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clydessb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clyde1 Check out our YouTube channel & subscribe via: https://www.youtube.com/@Clyde1SSB Previous shows: https://hellorayo.co.uk/podcasts/superscoreboard/

Kathleen McNamee and Karen Duggan gather themselves and attempt to solve where it all went wrong for Ireland in their 4-0 hammering at the hands of Slovenia in the Nations League. The COYGIG Pod on Off The Ball is in association with Cadbury, the official snack partner to the Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team. #CadburySupporterAndAHalf | @CadburyIreland

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the reaction to the Republic of Ireland WNT's disastrous Nations League outing in Slovenia. We hear from Sue Ronan, Méabh De Búrca and Gavin Cooney on how Carla Ward got it so wrong in Koper. Arne Slot has learned of his punishment arising from the fiery Merseyside derby at Goodison. Enzo Maresca defends his misfiring forward Cole Palmer. And James Abankwah tells OTB he's not yet looking for a senior Ireland call-up.

OTB’s Kathleen McNamee previews tonight’s fixture between Ireland & Slovenia in the Nations League with Ger & Colm. Off The Ball Breakfast w/ Optimum Nutrition | #unlockmoreyou Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join Off The Ball Breakfast is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan has the latest Republic of Ireland injury news ahead of next month's Nations League playoff with Bulgaria, with one player set to miss both legs. There's all the reaction to Liverpool's potentially title-defining win at Manchester City, as we hear from Brian Kerr, Jonathan Wilson and Pep Guardiola. Leanne Kiernan has been left behind as the Ireland WNT head to Slovenia. The Manchester United coaching staff are losing patience with one big-money acquisition. And the Rangers legend to replace Philippe Clement at Ibrox.

After another huge weekend in the WSL Lianne Sanderson is back and joined by Content Creator and Arsenal fan James Lewis to break down all the results including his teams 5-0 win in a NLD to remember. Uma Gurav then joins Lianne to discuss last week's Lionesses squad announcement for the upcoming Nations League fixtures. Lianne's Three in Three feature is back again where some uncomfortable but necessary topics are addressed. And finally you'll hear from Birmingham City midfielder Ellie Mason after she picked up January's Goal and Player of the Month award in the Women's Championship! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Don't miss CBS Sports Golazo Network's Morning Footy, now in podcast form! Our crew brings you all the news, views, highlights and laughs you need to follow the Beautiful Game in every corner of the globe, every Monday-Friday all year long. The group welcome in USMNT midfielder Tanner Tessmann after just receiving the U.S. Young Male Player of the Year Award. They talk about his relationship with head coach Mauricio Pochettino, the evolution of his game, his current season at Lyon, and his life off the pitch. Tessmann also recently had a new addition to the family by welcoming a baby, and finally, a look at Nations League Camp. Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @susannahcollins, @nicocantor1, @NotAlexis, @CharlieDavies9 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, Serie A, Coppa Italia, EFL, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Argentine Primera División by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Isaac Boehmer interview; Club World Cup; MLS State of the League; Ryan Gauld on Scotland; Bobby Smyrniotis on cup draws

Republic of Ireland international Lucy Quinn was on the line to look ahead to tomorrow night's mammoth EURO '25 play-off clash between Ireland and Cymru in Cardiff. The Birmingham star will miss the game through injury, but insists that this team have what it takes to get the job done fore Ireland. Quinn talks also of the squad learning from playing England, France and Sweden in a tough Nations League group and building a legacy for future generations. Football on Off The Ball with William Hill Ireland.

On a packed Football Daily Extra, Richie McCormack brings you reaction of Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson after they were drawn to play Bulgaria in the Nations League playoffs. We hear from new Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim on how much time he'll need to turn things around at the club, and why his 3-4-3 system is the way to get there. Pep Guardiola once again vows to stay on as Manchester City manager, even if they are relegated. Plus, he chides international managers after he loses Matteo Kovacic for a month. Ange Postecoglou gives his reasons for appealing Rodrigo Bentancur's 7-match ban, despite using a racial slur against Heung Min Son. Arne Slot on Liverpool's goalkeeping situation. Plus, there's a new sheriff in town at Inter Miami.

Jimbo has Jack Lang, Tom Williams and Jay Harris for company in the studio as the Premier League returns. It’s official - Pep Guardiola will be at Man City until at least the summer of 2026. Can that news wake City from their slumber as they host a Tottenham team with a new badge and an excellent record against Guardiola? Sam Lee has more. A big weekend looms for Enzo Maresca who goes back to Leicester and Ruben Amorim who takes charge of Man United for the very first time, as they head to Ipswich. Wales are promoted to the top tier of the Nations League in dramatic fashion, plus there’s more joy for the never any joy brigade. And we remember one man and his umbrella on this day 17 years ago. Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Nations League review - Wales promoted to the top tier (03.30) • PART 2a: Man City v Spurs preview with Sam Lee (24.00) • PART 2b : Southampton v Liverpool (40.00) • PART 3a: On This Day - the wally with a brolly (44.00) • PART 3b: Leicester v Chelsea & Arsenal v Forest previews (48.00) • PART 3c: The rest of the Premier League weekend (52.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is Pep Guardiola's five-year plan? Why are Algeria being crowned as 'Unofficial World Champions'? Is the Swindon training ground really haunted? And why would anyone ever disrespect the Nations League? Just some of the important issues Marcus, Jim, Vish and Andy are here to try and solve... Find us on X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: [email protected]. Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble. ***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Paul Watson, Ewan Murray and Ben Fisher to round off the latest international break as Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland all finish strongly. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod. Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the details of Pep Guardiola's contract extension at Manchester City, and we hear from the man who broke the story - Sam Lee. The EFL are to make special provisions for James McClean due to the torrent of abuse thrown his way by opposition supporters. Craig Bellamy beams with pride as Wales are promoted to League A of the Nations League. And we hear from Celtic boss Elena Sadiku ahead of their Women's Champions League test away to Chelsea.

Gordon Duncan is joined by Stephen O'Donnell and Gordon Dalziel to look back on Scotland's 2-1 away win over Poland in the Nations League, Rangers promoting Nils Koppen to technical director and they speak to Scotland Women's defender Nichola Docherty ahead of a huge play-off match for the national team against Finland.

On Tuesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of good nights in the Nations League for both Northern Ireland and Scotland with Liverpool full-backs to the fore. Derry City have moved quickly to replace manager Ruaidhri Higgins. Robbie Keane has once again been defending his decision to manage in Israel. And could Chelsea sign away Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher?

Alexi Lalas, David Mosse, and special guest Stu Holden are fired up after the USMNT surpass Jamaica and advance to the CONCACAF Nations League Semifinals. The guys instantly react to the match and break down Tim Weah’s return and Christian Pulisic’s brace. They also dive into the UEFA Nations League and CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifying action. (1:58) To wrap the show, Alexi, Mosse, and Stu discuss the quality of playing surfaces, Pepi’s next move, and earning back the support of USMNT’s fanbase. (37:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gordon Duncan is joined by Roger Hannah and Brian Graham as they build up to Scotland's crucial Nation's League tie with Poland and discuss the rumours of Philippe Clement being linked with the Belgium national team.

Jimbo is joined by Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Colin Millar as the Nations League group stage draws to a close. Lee Carsley’s tenure as England manager is also over but it was a memorable finale as the Three Lions beat the Republic of Ireland 5-0 to earn promotion back to the top tier. Which of the many new additions to the England squad will be sticking around under Thomas Tuchel? France get the two-goal win they need in Italy to finish top of their Nations League group. We talk to Julien Laurens about Les Bleus, Paul Pogba and Lyon’s potential relegation to Ligue 2! Megan Feringa joins us to break down a massive WSL weekend where Chelsea’s new manager Sonia Bompastor makes it 10 wins out of 10. Plus Louie Barry, sprinklers and things we don’t like in football. Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Things we don’t like in football (01.00) • PART 2: England 5-0 Republic of Ireland (11.00) • PART 3: Northern Ireland, Scotland & the rest of the Nations League (23.00) • PART 4a: France, Pogba and Lyon with Julien Laurens (37.00) • PART 4b: WSL round-up with Megan Feringa (48.00) • PART 4c: AFCON and CONMEBOL (55.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

England have been promoted to Nations League group A. EEEEEEEAAAAASSSSSAAAAAYYYY!! Today, Marcus, Luke and Vish are here to celebrate the promotion. Luke then fully hops aboard the Speller bandwagon and makes a compelling case in favour of the Nations League. Plus, we celebrate a much-needed victory for the Scots. Find us on X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: [email protected]. Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble. ***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the day's football news, which is dominated by the Republic of Ireland's second half collapse at Wembley. Heimir Hallgrimsson attempts to rationalise the capitulation, and we also catch up with debutant Mark McGuinness. Lee Carsley discusses what he's learned during his time in charge of England. We round up the rest of last night's Nations League affairs. Plus, the latest on Neymar's future in Saudi Arabia.

Ewan Cameron is joined by Jim Duffy and Hugh Keevins as they build up to Scotland's clash with Croatia in the Nations League

We've had Owen Hargreaves. We've had Michael Carrick. We've had Angel Gomes. And now, we've got Curtis Jones. Is he the answer we've craved for in England's midfield? Today Marcus, Jim, Pete and Andy are here to revel in a bloody brilliant win for England in Greece. LONG LIVE THE NATIONS LEAGUE! VOTE FOR US TO WIN AN FSA AWARD! CLICK HERE. Find us on X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: [email protected]. Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble. ***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you reaction to last night's Nations League win for the Republic of Ireland at home to Finland. We hear from manager Heimir Hallgrimsson, who told Nathan Ireland still need to improve despite the three points. Lee Carsley's faith in youth is restored, as he explains Harry Kane benching against Greece. It's all change at Derry City, with Ruaidhri Higgins' departure as manager confirmed. And Bohemians continue to get their business done early, signing away Sligo Rovers' captain.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse instantly react to the USMNT’s 1-0 win over Jamaica in the CONCACAF Nations League Quarterfinals. Ricardo Pepi recorded his 12th goal for the national team on an assist from Christian Pulisic. The two squads will face off again on Monday in St. Louis for the second leg. Also this week, the UEFA Nations League and CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifying continue. (1:37) To wrap the show, Alexi and Mosse discuss Ronaldo and Harry Kane firing off on players skipping out on international duty. (23:23) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The team review Game 11 of Ligue 1, and please bear in mind that this was recorded before France played Israel in the Nations League...