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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 ... more

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Nick Ames, Lucy Ward and Jacob Steinberg as England start their World Cup in style. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footbal... more

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Ben Fisher, Lars Sivertsen and Philippe Auclair as Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland and Lionel Messi all hit their stride in style. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="www.theguardian.c... more

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay, Dan Bardell and Sid Lowe as debutants Cape Verde earn a draw against the favourites Spain. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">th... more

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Alex Abnos and Ben Fisher as the Netherlands and Japan play out a cracker in Dallas, while Germany put seven past Curaçao. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="www.theguardian.com/foo... more

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Ewan Murray
Guardian US Soccer Editor, Scottish football correspondent
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Episode: Scotland scrap past Haiti for winning World Cup return: World Cup Daily
Jack Snape
Guardian Australia correspondent
The Guardian
Episode: Scotland scrap past Haiti for winning World Cup return: World Cup Daily
Jeff Rueter
Guardian US Soccer correspondent
The Guardian
Episode: Scotland scrap past Haiti for winning World Cup return: World Cup Daily
Alex Abnos
Guardian US Soccer Editor
The Guardian
Episode: Scotland scrap past Haiti for winning World Cup return: 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
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
Barney Ronay
Guardian football writer and commentator
The Guardian
Episode: Joy for Jiménez and Mexico as co-hosts make ideal start: World Cup Daily
Jonathan Wilson
Football journalist and author
The Guardian
Episode: Joy for Jiménez and Mexico as co-hosts make ideal start: World Cup Daily
Peter Crisp
Campaigner at Fossil Free Football
Fossil Free Football
Episode: Science Weekly: heat stroke, sports washing, and the psychology of VAR: the science of the World Cup – podcast

Hosts

Max Rushden
Host of The Guardian Football Weekly with regular participation in Guardian Football Weekly discussions
Barry Glendenning
Panelist and host on Guardian Football Weekly, frequent contributor
Sid Lowe
Spanish football writer and panelist on Football Weekly
Lars Siverton
Panelist on Guardian Football Weekly
Nedum Onuoha
Former player and guest contributor on Football Weekly

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 21.7k ratings
  • Poor

    Poor/ no analysis, extremely biased against certain clubs, just an extension of all the low quality stuff on social media.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    191172
    Australia23 days ago
  • The Best

    Quite simply the best football podcast on the world. Nothing comes close to its mix of expertise, perspective, laugh out loud moments and the calibre of the contributors. Brilliant one and all. They easily move from the serious to the ridiculous and balance passion with a real honesty about the issues that blight the game we still love, but find ourselves increasingly cynical about - just like everything else in this woeful era. A real ray of sunshine in a grey world. Unmissable!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The outside is the enemy
    Irelanda month ago
  • A pod that never fails to be excellent

    But PLEASE … can we please have one pod that includes John Brewin NOT making Manchester United comparisons or taking a dig at Manchester City (which would be his second go-to if my first request was granted).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ctid-YYZ
    Canadaa month ago
  • STAY OUT OF US POLITICS

    Youʻve been my favorite and most trusted EPL futbol podcast for quite. But you lose me you start talking politics in the US. Not interested all. Yes this is one stupid and ignorant country. Worse than youʻll ever know. Stick to what you do best…which is not the political hypocrisy of the joke of a country. So instead of a 5 you get a 3.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    xj6 aficianado
    United Statesa month ago
  • Decent but leave politics out

    Largely entertaining podcast with Max, Barry, and such. Though not the brightest bunch, rate their Football commentary. However they should stay in their lane and stick to sport. There have been unnecessary political comments made in the past and now the decision to distribute “voting act nullified” through FW is poor taste. What a load of leftist drivel.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SvenNYC
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners praise high-quality analysis and witty banter, with occasional critiques of guest balance.
Strong sentiment about entertaining, informative content; some criticism about inconsistencies with guest quality or controversial takes.
Live show episodes are highlighted as especially engaging and energetic.
Many appreciate long-running chemistry among hosts and guests, though some want fewer top-tier guests and more focus on on-pitch analysis.
Listeners frequently mention value of crossover football discussions across leagues and countries.

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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.
Stateside with Kai and Carter: Stacey Abrams on why gutting of the US Voting Rights Act is ‘evil’
Q: What practical steps should communities take in 2026 to respond to the Callais decision and its impact on elections?
Coalition-building across counties, increasing registration and turnout, leveraging courts to build records, and pursuing constitutional or legislative enhancements that explicitly protect voting rights, while maintaining persistent pressure on policymakers and organizers.
Stateside with Kai and Carter: Stacey Abrams on why gutting of the US Voting Rights Act is ‘evil’
Q: Stacey Abrams, welcome to Stateside. How would you describe the immediate fallout of the Court's decision for voters in the South?
The decision reframes and shrinks the protections for voters, especially Black communities, by making it harder to challenge discriminatory practices and by dismantling the preclearance and section 2 provisions that previously helped safeguard access to the ballot box.

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A lively football-focused panel show that blends sharp analysis with banter, covering top-tier domestic leagues, European competitions, and global tournaments. Regular guests and rotating pundits dissect matches, tactical decisions, and off-pitch narratives, from title races and relegation battles to VAR controversies and governance issues. The format blends expert insight with humor, cultural references, and sometimes heated debate, making it popular among listeners who want informed takes delivered with personality. The show often features high-profile guests and cross-league discussions, giving it broad appeal to serious fans and industry watchers alike.

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1. Ewan Murray
2. Jack Snape
3. Jeff Rueter
4. Alex Abnos
5. Seb Hutchinson
6. Pablo Maurer
7. Barney Ronay
8. Jonathan Wilson

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