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Football Weekly

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Liverpool
Arsenal
Manchester City
Chelsea
Manchester United
Champions League
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England
Newcastle United
Real Madrid
Carabao Cup
Club World Cup
FIFA
Scotland
Newcastle
Sunderland
PSG
Bayern Munich

Join Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning and special guests as they pick over the latest football action from the Premier League and beyond 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 bi... more

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Matt Hughes
Global sports business correspondent
The Guardian
Episode: Infantino hangs on by a thread and the overhaul at Newcastle: Football Weekly
Sid Lowe
Football journalist, interviewed after the game
The Guardian
Episode: Spain are world champions - World Cup Daily
John Brewin
Editorial contributor (Guardian)
The Guardian
Episode: Bellingham blunts Norway as England make the semis - World Cup Daily
Lars Sivertsen
Norwegian football journalist, contributor
NRK/Guardian?
Episode: England’s unbelievable night at the Azteca: World Cup Daily
Archie Rhind-Tutt
Football presenter joining the panel
Unknown/Media
Episode: Ecstasy for Ecuador and draw puts Australia through: World Cup Daily
Philippe Eau Claire
Foreign football journalist, discussed in part two
France / Guardian contributor
Episode: Messi in a class of his own and rain stops play in Philadelphia: World Cup Daily
Alex Abnos
Guardian US Soccer Editor
The Guardian
Episode: Scotland scrap past Haiti for winning World Cup return: World Cup Daily
Pablo Maurer
Soccer Reporter for The Guardian US
The Guardian US
Episode: USA blast out of the blocks and Canada get first ever point: World Cup Daily
Seb Hutchinson
Soccer commentator/co-host
The Guardian
Episode: USA blast out of the blocks and Canada get first ever point: World Cup Daily

Hosts

Max Rushden
Host with a long-running role on the show; frequently leads discussions and banter with other panelists.
Barry Glendenning
Panelist and co-host, known for strong opinions and dynamic banter.
Matt Hughes
Global sports business correspondent offering governance and financial angles.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 22k ratings
  • Needs better diversity of opinions

    Faithful listener first. Annoyed listener most of the time. Extremely white Euro-centric perspectives here that the host and guests (except for a few) have no idea how overwhelming it is for people of color to listen to the same exceptionalism narratives applied to football but particularly English then European football. Like so many Western Europeans they think theirs is the only way. South American football is physically demanding but that does not make them savages. Plus completely blind to ... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Tape Doctor
    United States21 days ago
  • Worried

    My favourite podcast - but world cup coverage was disappointing. Barry is a legend but became tiresome . Good guests , much better than the smug Totally Football gang . Need to bring the energy for new season

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Colin Smith1
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • hypocrisy!!!

    Just imagine a English Pundit said about Ireland what Glendenning says about England… he’d be cancelled immediately

    All rather poor to be honest 😡

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Truthfully yours 88
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Unfollowed

    Cynical about South American teams, calling the players "thugs" is unnecessary. Unfollowed

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mila V💕
    United Statesa month ago
  • Why no pod after WC 3rd place win by England

    Where’s the pod of 18/7/26?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blue's Supporter
    United Statesa month ago

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Some criticism centers on perceived bias and entertainment emphasis over strict objectivity.
Listeners value access to top football journalists and real-time World Cup commentary.
Many listeners appreciate strong world football analysis and banter.

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Heartbreak for England, again: World Cup Daily – video
Q: What stood out tactically about England's approach against Argentina?
The panel emphasized the switch to a back five and the challenge of maintaining ball possession under heavy pressure, with debate over whether deeper structure helped or hindered England's ability to control the game against Messi's movement.
Cape Verde’s heroics and it’s g’night Australia: World Cup Daily
Q: Okay then, Jack, how was that for you?
Jack Snape provided on-site insights into Australia's narrow exit, identifying missed opportunities, the defensive approach, and the impact of the late penalty shootout, offering a grounded post-match perspective from the field.
Women’s Football Weekly: Manchester City do the double and Jill Scott joins Faye and Suzy
Q: What was the key to Manchester City's FA Cup final performance and their overall season success?
The panel attributed City's success to ruthless finishing, squad depth, and the ability to bring on high-quality attackers from the bench, which provided a perpetual threat throughout the match.
PSG break Arsenal’s hearts and Arne Slot out at Liverpool – Football Weekly
Q: What do you think?
The panel discusses Arsenal's approach, defending deeply after taking the lead, and whether they could have taken more risks or should have continued with a more attacking game, given PSG's quality.
Stateside with Kai and Carter: Stacey Abrams on why gutting of the US Voting Rights Act is ‘evil’
Q: How do you balance partisan perspectives with the broader aim of democracy when explaining these issues to everyday voters?
Focus on shared democratic values and the practical consequences of suppression, using history to contextualize why legal safeguards exist, and emphasize coalition-building beyond party lines to defend participation and accountability.

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A high-saturation football discussion show that blends sharp tactical analysis with culture, politics, and global reportage. Episodes routinely cover major leagues, international tournaments, governance and governance-adjacent controversies, plus on-pitch storytelling from respected journalists and pundits. Notable strengths include a long-running panel with strong journalistic credentials, a willingness to tackle off-pitch issues and world football's power structures, and a lively, banter-filled tone that keeps complex topics accessible for dedicated fans and industry listeners alike.

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2. Sid Lowe
3. John Brewin
4. Lars Sivertsen
5. Archie Rhind-Tutt
6. Philippe Eau Claire
7. Alex Abnos
8. Pablo Maurer

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