Rephonic
Artwork for Football Weekly

Football Weekly

The Guardian
Premier League
Liverpool
Arsenal
Manchester City
Chelsea
Manchester United
Champions League
World Cup
Tottenham Hotspur
England
Newcastle United
Real Madrid
Carabao Cup
Club World Cup
Sunderland
Scotland
FIFA
Newcastle
Aston Villa
PSG

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

PublishesDailyEpisodes669Founded20 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
SportsSoccer

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Football Weekly

Latest Episodes

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Jonathan Wilson to answer your questions from the mailbag. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklypo... more

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin, Jonathan Wilson and Sid Lowe as Spain win the 2026 World Cup.. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/footballweeklyp... more

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin, Jonathan Wilson and Nicky Bandini as England lose 2-1 to Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypo... more

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Philippe Auclair as Spain suffocate France to reach the World Cup final. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="www.theguardian.com/footballweeklypod">theguardian.com/fo... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

John Brewin
Editorial contributor (Guardian)
The Guardian
Episode: Bellingham blunts Norway as England make the semis - World Cup Daily
Nick Ames
Guardian football writer
The Guardian
Episode: USA fall asleep in Seattle and it’s tchau Ronaldo: 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
US soccer editor
The Guardian / US soccer team
Episode: USA go supersonic in Seattle and Morocco squeeze past Scotland: World Cup Daily
Jack Snape
Guardian Australia reporter
The Guardian
Episode: USA go supersonic in Seattle and Morocco squeeze past Scotland: 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
Jonathan Wilson
Football journalist and author
The Guardian
Episode: Joy for Jiménez and Mexico as co-hosts make ideal start: World Cup Daily
Jeff Rueter
Soccer correspondent for The Guardian
The Guardian
Episode: Joy for Jiménez and Mexico as co-hosts make ideal start: World Cup Daily

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 22k ratings
  • Mark Langdon = Excellent

    Really enjoying the World Cup pods. Delighted that Mark Langdon is a regular guest on these - his research and level of knowledge is outstanding, and he always has a new and interesting perspective to share.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rmcintosh1983
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Six

    Seven

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sixsevenkidisme
    Norwaya month ago
  • Could we get an episode involving one of the host nations

    Where you don’t have a dismissive American on the show? Canada and Mexico are both host nations also.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Heights Dan
    Canadaa month ago
  • Liew is awful.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    podreview
    2 months ago
  • Champs league final bias reaction

    Too much Arsenal bias. Lack of objectivity. Barry was right people don’t like this Arsenal team because of their style of play, just like Mourinho’s Chelsea - nothing to do with the drivel that Philippe was going on about.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Arsenal1988!!
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

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

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.

Chart Rankings

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

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Football Weekly

What is Football Weekly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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.

Where can I find podcast stats for Football Weekly?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Football Weekly. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Football Weekly and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Football Weekly get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Football Weekly, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Football Weekly?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Football Weekly, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Football Weekly have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Football Weekly has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Football Weekly?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Football Weekly:

1. The Totally Football Show with James Richardson
2. Football Daily
3. The Athletic FC Podcast
4. Football Ramble
5. The Game

How many episodes of Football Weekly are there?

Football Weekly launched 20 years ago and published 669 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Football Weekly?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Football Weekly?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Football Weekly from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Football Weekly?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Football Weekly. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Football Weekly?

Recent guests on Football Weekly include:

1. John Brewin
2. Nick Ames
3. Philippe Eau Claire
4. Alex Abnos
5. Jack Snape
6. Seb Hutchinson
7. Pablo Maurer
8. Jonathan Wilson

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days