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72+: The EFL Podcast

BBC Radio 5 Live
EFL
Championship
Spygate
Watford Football Club
Fleetwood Town
West Ham United
Preston North End
Deadline Day
Bradford City
Leicester City
Billy Sharp
Burnley FC
Tonda Eckert
Sheffield Wednesday
League One
League Two
Millwall
Barnet Football Club
Arsenal
Huddersfield Town

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff dive into the biggest stories across the EFL, with expert analysis, exclusive guests and the moments everyone is talking about.

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Latest Episodes

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by Tommy Smith to discuss the latest in the EFL.

Fleetwood Town manager Matt Lawlor joins the pod fresh from knocking Arsenal out of the League Cup. He tells us what their celebrations looked like and what's b... more

Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff are joined by Lyle Taylor to discuss the latest in the EFL.

Sheffield United legend Billy Sharp joins the pod following his retirement after a 22-year-long career. He tells us what made him an EFL bagsman and how he knew... more

Former Watford midfielder Tom Ince discusses what's happening at Vicarage Road. Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff and Tommy Smith are joined by Tom Ince to chat about Watford, with the club in the relegation zone after 10 games. What's it like amid the consta... more

John Bennett and Jobi are joined by BBC Radio Solent's Adam Blackmore to react to the Spygate verdict.

An FA regulatory commission has handed Southampton boss Tonda Eckert a suspended 6-week ban for his involvement in the Spygate scandal. What reas... more

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Recent Guests

Tommy Smith
Former Huddersfield Town player and football pundit
Episode: Fleetwood's Matt Lawlor & another dawn for Sheffield Wednesday?
Matt Lawlor
Fleetwood Town manager
Fleetwood Town
Episode: Fleetwood's Matt Lawlor & another dawn for Sheffield Wednesday?
Rob Staton
BBC Radio Sheffield sports reporter
BBC Radio Sheffield
Episode: Fleetwood's Matt Lawlor & another dawn for Sheffield Wednesday?
Lyle Taylor
Professional footballer and former EFL striker.
Episode: Burnley on the brink & Billy Sharp the EFL bagsman
Billy Sharp
Retired striker who scored 299 goals over a 22-year professional football career.
Sheffield United
Episode: Burnley on the brink & Billy Sharp the EFL bagsman
Tom Ince
Former Watford player, football professional
Watford FC (former)
Episode: Tom Ince on Watford & the latest on Leicester
Adam Blackmore
BBC Radio Solent presenter, Southampton reporter
BBC Radio Solent
Episode: Spygate: Eckert free to continue as Southampton manager
Robert Nichols
Editor, Fly Me To The Moon fanzine; Middlesbrough fan
Fly Me To The Moon fanzine
Episode: Spygate: Eckert free to continue as Southampton manager
Michael Duff
Bradford City manager, former player and coach
Bradford City
Episode: Posh get Savage, Bradford appoint Duff & the Championship returns

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Aaron Paul
Host of the show and key on-air personality.
Jobi McAnuff
Co-host conducting interviews and banter.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#181
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Apple Podcasts
#108
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#113
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#238
Italy/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#52
Switzerland/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#118
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Apple Podcasts
#135
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Apple Podcasts
#135
Switzerland/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#157
New Zealand/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#200
South Africa/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#203
Ireland/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#203
Mexico/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#220
United Arab Emirates/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#230
Singapore/Sports/Soccer

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Fleetwood's Matt Lawlor & another dawn for Sheffield Wednesday?
Q: What's the ambition from David Storch and Kone? And do they have the deep pockets to get the club to where they want to?
Rob Staton says Sheffield Wednesday ultimately hopes to compete for the Premier League, but its immediate priority is becoming a sustainable, well-run club and rebuilding step by step. He says the ownership is not expected to spend huge sums, though other investors could become involved in the future.
Fleetwood's Matt Lawlor & another dawn for Sheffield Wednesday?
Q: What was the message pre-game going into the game against obviously a club like Arsenal in terms of the players they've got and the stature of the football club?
Lawlor says the plan was to deny Arsenal space, remain patient, counter quickly and press aggressively, while adapting to the quality of the opposition.
Burnley on the brink & Billy Sharp the EFL bagsman
Q: What does it take to be a bonafide EFL bagsman?
Sharp describes hunger, composure, willingness to compete physically, visualisation, video study and practice as important. He also stresses studying opponents, working with teammates' strengths and finding space for rebounds and chances.
Burnley on the brink & Billy Sharp the EFL bagsman
Q: What have you dealt with since retiring, and how have you dealt with it mentally?
Sharp says retirement brings a difficult adjustment, but he is enjoying punditry, spending time with family and preparing for coaching. He advises players to consider whether they still want to play and are enjoying being with their teammates.
Outfield players in goal & problems for Leicester
Q: How do you view Charlton's start and their recruitment under Nathan Jones's former players now at the helm?
The panel praised Charlton's recruitment and the blend of experience with youth, noting the club's strong start and potential to remain competitive, while acknowledging the challenges of maintaining momentum through the season.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 72+: The EFL Podcast

What is 72+: The EFL Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series stays anchored in the English Football League, delivering sharp analysis of transfer windows, deadline-day activity, and the realities of building competitive squads in the Championship, League One, and League Two. Episodes blend practical insights from players, managers, and club insiders with banter and on-the-ground observations from reporters, making sense of wage constraints, budget dynamics, and the psychology of promotion battles. A standout element is the rotation of high-profile guests who offer insider perspectives on recruitment, squad strategy, and management challenges, all while maintaining approachable, listener-friendly banter. It's especially valuable for listeners who want straightforward takeaways on how clubs... more

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