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First Word in Sport

Luke and James
Premier League
Arsenal
Manchester City
Liverpool
World Cup
NFL
Aston Villa
Golf
Champions League
VAR
Chelsea
Manchester United
Cricket
England
FA Cup
Football
England National Football Team
Carabao Cup
Liverpool Football Club
T20 World Cup

Luke & James discuss the latest sporting action from across the globe. There is a Monday and Friday weekly podcasts talking all sports with analysis and discussion.

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Luke & James discuss all the latest football news from latest Premier League games.

Arsenal Unwatchables!!

Paul Tierney a shocking referee with Morgan Rogers & Cole Palmer lucky not to see red.

Should there be more accountability on referees?

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Luke & James discuss all the latest football news from across Europe.

How good are PSG?

Has Lisandro Martínez made Michael Carrick's job even harder?

Which manager will be sacked first?

A look ahead to this weekend's Premier League fixtures.

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Luke & James discuss all the stories from the Premier League.

The punishment for Man City needs to be handed out soon, the league is in danger of been a sham!!

They have been found guilty!!!

A round up of other matches.

Which manager will be sac... more

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Luke & James discuss the return of the Premier League.

Will Harry Kane win the Ballon d'Or?

Messi & Ronaldo. A round up of football stories making the news.

A quick chat on other sports including Sandpaper gate ahead of the test series between S... more

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Luke & James discuss all things Man City!!

What sort of punishment will the Premier League hand out?

Where does it leave the current playing squad?

How damaging is this to the Premier League brand?

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Luke & John discuss Manchester City and the 115 charges.

What should their punishment be?

Is it financial Doping?

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Luke & John discuss the latest news in the Premier League.

We look back at various teams and how they have started the Premier League season.

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Luke & James discuss the latest games in the Premier League.

Have Brighton shown a blueprint to beat Arsenal? Should Declan Rice have seen RED?

Man City set records in a wild win against Sunderland.

Brentford thump a poor Chelsea with questions ov... more

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Recent Guests

John Knight
Guest expert, football analyst
Episode: Thoughts on Man City and the 115 charges - First Word in Sport - Ep 90
Arne Slot
Football manager discussed as being sacked by a club
Spurs (context in discussion)
Episode: PSG save football. Slot/Iraola. New Laws. 2026 PL mkts. First Word in Sport - Ep 65

Hosts

Luke
Host of the show, provides analysis and opinion; regular primary presenter alongside co-hosts.
James
Co-host who analyzes and critiques transfer activity; brings skeptical, banter-heavy perspective.

Talking Points

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PL transfers. Betting & Sports Q and A - First Word in Sport Ep 78
Q: What is the biggest misconception casual bettors have about betting?
That simply finding a winning system guarantees profits; in reality, turning that edge into real money requires consistent strategy, disciplined staking, and effective risk management, not just a supposed 'system'.
Liam Rosenior who knew!! Premier League talking points & FA Cup SF - First Word in Sport Ep 54
Q: What are the biggest challenges Chelsea faces this season beyond results on the pitch?
The panel emphasizes leadership gaps, a revolving door of managers, and a lack of experience and cohesion in the squad, compounded by off-pitch issues and questionable recruitment decisions that hinder stability and performance.
Midweek football talking points & a look ahead to the PL weekend! - First Word in Sport - Ep 23
Q: What are your thoughts on the VAR decision and the Chalabar challenge on Martinelli?
The VAR decision was questionable because Chalabar clearly raised his leg to trip Martinelli, which indicates intent. It raises the question of whether ex-players should be part of the VAR decision-making process to provide insight.
Midweek Football, PL Strength & Previews, NFL, Sports - First Word in Sport - Ep 17 #premierleague
Q: Which metrics do you think are underrated or overrated in sports?
Luke emphasizes that XG is useful but not the only metric to consider; a variety of data sources must be used in conjunction to gain a complete understanding of performance.

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What is First Word in Sport about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two energetic sports pundits provide blunt, banter-rich analysis across a wide spectrum of global sports, with a strong emphasis on football (especially Premier League and transfer activity), as well as cross-sport moments in boxing, rugby, golf, and beyond. Episodes center on weekend action, refereeing and VAR debates, transfer window chaos, and tactical evaluations, all delivered through fast-paced, opinion-forward conversations with spontaneous banter and occasional guest insights. A notable throughline is how financial dynamics, club strategies, and managerial decisions shape results and narratives week to week, making it feel like a trade-ready listen for listeners who want candid takes, data-informed observations, and club-by-club sto... more

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