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ESPN FC

ESPN
Arsenal
Real Madrid
Premier League
Manchester City
Champions League
Barcelona
Liverpool
Manchester United
Tottenham Hotspur
La Liga
Bayern Munich
Liverpool Football Club
World Cup
VAR
Chelsea Football Club
NWSL
Paris Saint-Germain
Chelsea
Benfica
FA Cup

Go inside the most popular sport in the world with the ESPN FC crew.

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Latest Episodes

The FC Crew react to Saturday's international friendly between the United States and Germany which resulted in a 2-1 win for the Germans. Then, the latest on Michael Olise's links to Real Madrid and Andoni Iraola officially signing as Liverpool's hea... more

The FC Crew react the latest reports about Real Madrid and their promising summer transfer window as they are linked to Michael Olise, Erling Haaland, Mateus Fernandes, and even Jurgen Klopp. Then, a discussion on the PFA Player of the Year shortlist... more

Mau Pedroza, Herc Gomez, and Janusz Michallik start this edition of Futbol Americas by previewing upcoming friendlies for the USA and Mexico. Are these teams ready for the tournament? Next, FIFA has banned reusable water bottles for all World Cup mat... more

The FC crew discuss Liverpool officially announcing Andoni Iraola as their new head coach, is he ready for the step up? Plus, the Real Madrid elections continue as promises continue to be made, including the potential signing of Erling Haaland. And, ... more

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Recent Guests

Steve McManaman
Former professional footballer, pundit
ESPN FC / Former club affiliations not specified
Episode: Real Madrid Wait For Mourinho
Casey Keller
Former US goalkeeper, ESPN analyst
ESPN
Episode: Mallorca, Girona Relegated
Natalia Strain
ESPN Deportes analyst for Champions League final
ESPN
Episode: Mallorca, Girona Relegated
Julien Laurens
ESPN soccer analyst
ESPN
Episode: Mallorca, Girona Relegated
Gemma Saleh
Soccer journalist on-site
ESPN
Episode: Mallorca, Girona Relegated
Eva Payor
Barcelona player, MVP in Women's Champions League final
Barcelona
Episode: Mallorca, Girona Relegated
Cristo Fernández
Actor best known for playing Danny Rojas on Ted Lasso
El Paso Locomotive FC (player)
Episode: Futbol Americas: Chris Richards Doubt + Pep is Out + Zohran the Hero? +Cristo Fernandez
Thomas Hitzlsberger
Former Aston Villa player, guest analyst
Aston Villa (former player)
Episode: Aston Villa's First Title in 30 Years
Gustavo Hoffman
ESPN Brazil Insider, ESPN reporter
ESPN
Episode: Futbol Americas: Brazil Squad Set! + Pepi Reaches 100 Appearances + Messi and the Fans Beefing?!? + Lewandowski Leaving Barca + Liga MX Final Set

Hosts

Dan Thomas
Host on ESPN FC with broad experience leading panel discussions and studio segments
Craig Burley
Analyst and co-host contributing strategic and tactical insights
Kay Murray
Host of ESPN FC studio discussions, coordinates segments and hosts panel
Shaka Hislop
Analyst/co-host bringing on-field and tactical analysis
Stevie Nicol
Analyst/co-host providing veteran perspective and critique

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 6.9k ratings
  • Hot take show

    I honestly don’t think these people watch the games, they just try to stir up clicks with hot takes. Stuart, Craig, Shaka and Stevie are unbearable.

    Gab and Jules are actually great when they’re on.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Btb of 3
    United Statesa month ago
  • Professionalism

    Dan Thomas and Stewart Robson inciting violence towards managers. Man the standard at espn has fallen

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Idcopley
    United Statesa month ago
  • Pundits Incite Violence Manager

    I used to like this show, but it has sort of evolved into Grumpy men complaining about players and coaches they don’t like.

    Recently, host Dan Thomas and one of the other guests Stuart Robson literally asked Jurgen Klinsmann at what point “he wanted to punch Mikel Arteta in the face?” are you kidding me? And then Robson adds that he would have followed through on a tackle to take out the manager if he was a player.

    The general media bias and hate towards Arsenal has been a go-to narrative, b... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Shannrockk
    United Statesa month ago
  • Every day

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zmolusis
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    It’s a great podcast but sometimes there are audio problems

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flacdaddy
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners crave more balanced analysis and fewer heated exchanges.
Guests frequently bring high-level insight that keeps coverage engaging for long-time fans.
Pundit banter can be polarizing, but the panel's depth keeps debates informative.
Audio quality and production are sometimes cited as needing improvement.
Strong consensus that coverage spans global football with a clear bias toward European top leagues.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#5
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#32
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#5
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#41
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#46
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#96
United Kingdom/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

U.S. Names World Cup Roster
Q: What is the value of a personal phone call to players who didn't make the cut?
There is a consensus that a phone call provides acknowledgment and closure, helping players feel respected and part of the process, rather than being treated as just a number.
Futbol Americas: Brazil Squad Set! + Pepi Reaches 100 Appearances + Messi and the Fans Beefing?!? + Lewandowski Leaving Barca + Liga MX Final Set
Q: Ricardo Pepi, how would you rate your season so far and what's driving your form?
Pepi responds that his season has been strong overall, with consistency in goal-scoring and good personal performance, despite injuries, and stresses that he has worked to be efficient and contribute to the team.
Spurs' Relegation Battle Continues
Q: Who do you think is in the best position to win the title and why?
Arsenal is viewed as strong favorites due to their form and points margin, with experts expecting them to maximize remaining fixtures barring a dramatic downturn.
Spurs' Relegation Battle Continues
Q: What do you think about the VAR decision and the penalty call?
The panel largely sees the decision as correct but criticizes the lengthy VAR process and questions the consistency of penalties across different games, calling for clearer and quicker officiating.
Barcelona are Champions!
Q: Should Neymar be included in Brazil's World Cup squad given his age and current form?
The panel debates whether Neymar can add leadership and on-field value or if he would be a distraction if not starting regularly, suggesting a nuanced decision depending on his fitness, minutes, and impact in the locker room.

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The show offers fast-paced football analysis with a rotating cast of hosts and pundits who dissect recent matches, tactical decisions, and managerial upheavals across major leagues and European competitions. Episodes frequently blend in-field insights, squad selections, refereeing debates, and off-field narratives—from leadership shakeups to transfer chatter—with a steady presence of sponsor reads and cross-coverage of global clubs. The format tends to mix rigorous tactical breakdowns with lively banter, making it valuable for listeners who want both informed context and engaging debate about contemporary football stories.

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ESPN FC launched 12 years ago and published 271 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on ESPN FC include:

1. Steve McManaman
2. Casey Keller
3. Natalia Strain
4. Julien Laurens
5. Gemma Saleh
6. Eva Payor
7. Cristo Fernández
8. Thomas Hitzlsberger

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