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Football Weekly
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Join Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning and fan favourites, including Barney Ronay and Jonathan Wilson, as Football Weekly goes daily for the entire World Cup. Follow the team across the USA, as they break down all the action, the results and of course, the drama. Football Weekly is the Guardian's award-winning football podcast, bringing together some of football’s most respected journalists, writers and broadcasters for expert analysis, opinion and debate throughout the World Cup. On World Cup Daily, the team reviews the biggest matches, discusses the latest news and talking points and analyses the performances shaping football's biggest competition. Whether you're following England, Scotland, USMNT, Argentina, Brazil, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Mexico, Canada, Australia or any of the other nations competing at the World Cup, World Cup Daily provides comprehensive coverage from the opening match to the final. The podcast regularly discusses the world's biggest players, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane, Vinícius Júnior, Erling Haaland, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lamine Yamal, Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Mohamed Salah, Neymar, Virgil van Dijk and many more. Expect reaction to the tournament's biggest moments, tactical analysis, VAR controversies and the stories making headlines on and off the pitch. Beyond the World Cup, Football Weekly covers the Premier League, Champions League, Europa League, Europa Conference League, Women's Super League, Women's World Cup, European Championship, Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1, La Liga, the Championship and international football from around the globe. The show regularly discusses clubs including Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atlético Madrid, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, Juventus, Inter, Milan, Napoli and Paris Saint-Germain. Featuring journalists and contributors including Barney Ronay, Jonathan Wilson, Suzy Wrack, Lars Sivertsen, Nicky Bandini, Sid Lowe, Johnny Liew, Robyn Cowen, Nedum Onuoha and many more, Football Weekly combines informed punditry, football journalism and entertaining discussion to deliver one of the most popular football podcasts in the world. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts or watch the full episodes on YouTube.
Episodes to Learn English 233
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Bedlam at Anfield as City complete comeback to stay in title race: Football Weekly
Feb 9, 2026 57 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Nedum Onuoha to chew over Manchester City’s late win at Liverpool. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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As Manchester City advance, should Eddie Howe be under pressure? Football Weekly Extra
Feb 5, 2026 55 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sam Dalling and Dan Bardell as Manchester City comfortably set up a League Cup final against Arsenal after a 5-1 aggregate win over Newcastle. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Arsenal make the Carabao Cup final. Is the quadruple on? – Football Weekly
Feb 4, 2026 48 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lucy Ward and Jordan Jarrett-Bryan as Arsenal beat Chelsea 4-2 over two legs to reach the Carabao Cup final, their first final since 2020.. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Solanke’s magic stuns City and Arsenal go six points clear – Football Weekly
Feb 2, 2026 59 minMax Rushden is joined by Barney Ronay, John Brewin and Seb Hutchinson as Arsenal enjoy a healthy lead at the top of the Premier League thanks to a stirring second-half performance from Spurs against Manchester City. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Benfica and Bodø/Glimt bring Champions League drama – Football Weekly Extra
Jan 29, 2026 55 minMax Rushden is joined by Nick Ames, Nicky Bandini, Lars Sivertsen and Archie Rhind-Tutt to discuss a dramatic end to the Champions League group stage. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Wasteful Leeds pegged back at Everton and an EFL roundup – Football Weekly podcast
Jan 27, 2026 57 minMax Rushden is joined by George Elek, Ali Maxwell and Sanny Rudravajhala to discuss a Monday night draw and the big stories from the EFL. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Manchester United beat Arsenal … has the wobble begun? – Football Weekly
Jan 26, 2026 59 minMax Rushden is joined by Will Unwin, Robyn Cowen and Mark Langdon as Manchester United win 3-2 away at Arsenal in the game of the season so far. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Why are English teams dominating the Champions League? Football Weekly Extra
Jan 22, 2026 54 minMax Rushden is joined by Jonathan Liew, Lars Sivertsen and Paul Watson to discuss Premier League teams’ success in the Champions League so far this season. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Manchester City’s arctic meltdown and Thomas Frank fights on – Football Weekly podcast
Jan 21, 2026 56 minMax Rushden is joined by Nicky Bandini, Philippe Auclair and Archie Rhind-Tutt as Manchester City are well beaten by Bodø/Glimt and Spurs get a surprise 2-0 win over Borussia Dortmund.. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Manchester is red and chaos at the Afcon final – Football Weekly
Jan 19, 2026 1hMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Seb Hutchinson, John Brewin and Osasu Obayiuwana to discuss the Manchester derby and extraordinary scenes at the Afcon final. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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The Carabao Cup semis and more upheaval at Real Madrid: Football Weekly Extra
Jan 15, 2026 58 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair, Dan Bardell and Sid Lowe as Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid and the Carabao Cup semi-finals begin. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Afcon special: Morocco’s moment, Nigeria’s surge and more: Football Weekly
Jan 13, 2026 55 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Osasu Obayiuwana as the Africa Cup of Nations reaches its last four. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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The greatest upset in FA Cup history: Football Weekly
Jan 12, 2026 52 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Sam Dalling as sixth-tier Macclesfield FC beat the holders Palace. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Premier League thrills while Dr Tottenham leaves it late: Football Weekly Extra
Jan 8, 2026 47 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Jonathan Liew as Manchester City draw their third game in a row and Manchester United slip up at Burnley too. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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The West Ham crisis deepens and an EFL roundup – Football Weekly
Jan 7, 2026 55 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, George Elek and Sanny Rudravajhala as Nottingham Forest beat West Ham away in a huge relegation six-pointer. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Ruben Amorim axed: what now for Manchester United? Football Weekly
Jan 6, 2026 44 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jamie Jackson, John Brewin and Nooruddean Choudry as Ruben Amorim is sacked as Manchester United head coach. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Chelsea dagger for Guardiola as Arsenal move six points clear – Football Weekly
Jan 5, 2026 1h 2mMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nick Ames and Seb Hutchinson to discuss a weekend of Premier League drama. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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The end for Enzo Maresca and what now for Chelsea? Football Weekly Extra
Jan 2, 2026 52 minMax Rushden is joined by Lucy Ward, Lars Sivertsen and Mark Langdon as Chelsea and Enzo Maresca part ways, while 2026 kicks off with three 0-0 draws in the Premier League. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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A two-horse race after Arsenal thrash Aston Villa? – Football Weekly
Dec 31, 2025 59 minMax Rushden is joined by Will Unwin, Paul Watson and Dan Bardell as Arsenal stroll past Aston Villa to move five points clear at the top of the Premier League. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Are Aston Villa genuine title contenders? – Football Weekly podcast
Dec 29, 2025 56 minMax Rushden is joined by Jacob Steinberg, Sam Dalling and John Brewin as Arsenal, Manchester City and Aston Villa all win at the top of the Premier League. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Answering your questions from the Christmas mailbag – Football Weekly Extra
Dec 24, 2025 1h 6mMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and John Brewin for a special festive Q&A. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Fulham fell Forest and who’s top of the tree around Europe? – Football Weekly
Dec 23, 2025 52 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Philippe Auclair to wrap up the big stories from around Europe as their winter breaks begin.. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Spurs see red (twice) while Newcastle and Chelsea serve up a treat – Football Weekly
Dec 22, 2025 54 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Dan Bardell and Seb Hutchinson to review a game of the season contender between Newcastle and Chelsea. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Celtic’s crisis grows and drama in the Carabao Cup – Football Weekly
Dec 18, 2025 53 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sam Dalling, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan and BarcaJim to discuss Celtic’s alarming start under Wilfried Nancy, late drama in the Carabao Cup and look ahead to the weekend’s Premier League fixtures.. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Game of the season at Old Trafford and the latest from the EFL – Football Weekly
Dec 16, 2025 56 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sanny Rudravajhala and George Elek as Manchester United and Bournemouth play out a thrilling 4-4 draw. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Sunderland’s derby joy and Mo Salah returns – Football Weekly
Dec 15, 2025 57 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Robyn Cowen and Nedum Onuoha as Sunderland win their first Wear-Tyne derby in a decade and Arsenal stay top thanks to a very late Wolves own goal. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Is Xabi Alonso’s time up at Real Madrid? – Football Weekly Extra
Dec 11, 2025 52 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon, Philippe Auclair and Sid Lowe as Manchester City’s win at Real Madrid piles the pressure on Xabi Alonso. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Liverpool win at Inter while Mo Salah lifts weights alone – Football Weekly
Dec 10, 2025 49 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Lars Sivertsen as a Salah-less Liverpool win in Inter, Chelsea lose to Atalanta and Spurs beat Slavia Prague.. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Salah fallout, Arsenal slip and a wild World Cup draw – Football Weekly
Dec 8, 2025 58 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Seb Hutchinson to discuss Mohamed Salah’s explosive interview, Arsenal’s late defeat at Villa and the best of the weekend’s Premier League action. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>
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Chelsea lose at Leeds and Liverpool scrape a point – Football Weekly
Dec 4, 2025 47 minMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Jacob Steinberg as Chelsea lose 3-1 away at Leeds, Sunderland earn a draw at Anfield and Arsenal secure another straightforward win. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypod</a>. Watch us on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast</a>