Rephonic
Artwork for How To Win The World Cup

How To Win The World Cup

talkSPORT
World Cup
Football
England National Football Team
England
Brazil
FIFA World Cup
France
Emanuel Petit
Germany
Stuart Pearce
Mentality
Leadership
Brad Friedel
United States
Harry Kane
Premier League
FIFA
Media Influence
Sports Journalism
Football Psychology

The countdown to FIFA World Cup 26 is on. Matt Forde is assembling the best squad in the world to answer the only question that matters: How. To. Win.

Featuring World Cup winners Emanuel Petit (France, 1998) and José Kléberson (Brazil, 2002), Team USA legend Brad Friedel alongside comedians like Alex Brooker - we uncover the secrets, strategies, and stories that go into lifting sport's biggest tro... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes37Founded7 months ago
Number of ListenersCategories
SoccerSportsComedy

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for How To Win The World Cup

Latest Episodes

Matt Forde is alongside 1998 World Cup winner Emmanuel Petit and comedian Alex Brooker to relive England's iconic win in the Azteca, which is being lauded as one of their all tine great World Cup wins!

There's high praise from Emmanuel for England's... more

Matt Forde is alongside 1998 World Cup winner Emmanuel Petit and comedian Jacob Hawley to unpack England's dramatic victory over DR Congo in the last 32 of the World Cup.

Despite the win there is serious concerns over England's defence and inability... more

Matt Forde is alongside former USA goalkeeper Brad Friedel and comedian Chloe Petts to reflect on England's win over Panama and look ahead to the round of 32 at the World Cup

Brad says there is no reason for England fans to be concerned despite an u... more

Matt Forde is alongside former England defender Danny Mills and comedian Alex Brooker to unpack England's drab 0-0 draw with Ghana.

We ask if there's any cause for concern after the result or if it was actually a point well gained from Tuchel's men,... 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

Danny Mills
Former England defender
Episode: How Ghana brought England back down to Earth
Susie McCabe
Scottish comedian and superfan
Independent comedian
Episode: How to win your first World Cup match in 36 years!
John Barnes
England icon and former player
England national team
Episode: How the 2026 World Cup will be won!
Jacob Hawley
Comedian and podcaster
Self-/media
Episode: How the 2026 World Cup will be won!
Olly Huddlestone
Retro football kit collector
Independent collector
Episode: How to make the perfect World Cup kit
Jackie McNamara
Celtic and Scotland legend
Celtic FC; Scotland national team
Episode: How 'glass half empty' Scots plan on shocking Brazil this summer
Lizzie Cundy
WAG royalty and media personality
Television/Entertainment
Episode: How WAGS Won The World Cup: Champagne, Cameras, and Chaos
Maisie Adam
Comedian and public figure
Entertainment/Comedy
Episode: How WAGS Won The World Cup: Champagne, Cameras, and Chaos
Jonny Marsh
Private chef to sporting icons
Private chef for Kevin De Bruyne, Jordan Pickford, Kyle Walker
Episode: How to Fuel a World Cup Footballer

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • World Cup

    Hi, I really enjoy the World Cup and listening to your podcast. It’s my first time tuning in, thank you, and I follow you on Apple Podcasts. I love the joke you told about the World Cup and football, especially the most famous players in the semi-finals. Thank you! 👍👍👍👍👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mj
    United Kingdom18 days ago
  • Go daily please!

    This is my favourite World Cup podcast please make it daily.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johnnymac63
    United Kingdom23 days ago
  • Forde’s banter

    Truly appalling

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    George Agdgdgdwango
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Kleberson?

    Awful!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    George Agdgdgdwango
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Need more!

    Great show Talksport! Really fun football show, a good laugh too. I need more eps though I listen to it when it comes out and then have to wait a week for the next one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johnnymac63
    United Kingdom6 months ago

Listeners Say

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

The show stands out for cutting through hype with candid conversations.
Guests and hosts are described as engaging and entertaining with strong storytelling.
The format is seen as fresh and entertaining among football podcasts.
Many want more episodes but praise the dynamic between hosts and guests.
Listeners appreciate the show's humor and football insight.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#187
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#25
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#35
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#92
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#179
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#114
Italy/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How the 2026 World Cup will be won!
Q: What do you think about England's chances given the schedule and potential group draws?
England can win if Pickford is in form and the team remains athletic and cohesive, but they must maximize players suited to the system and avoid relying on individual stars; a one-off against top teams is possible, but consistency is key.
How the 2026 World Cup will be won!
Q: Brad, how do weather and acclimatization affect preparation for the World Cup in the United States and Canada?
Acclimatization matters, but modern teams can manage with training in the heat and using water breaks; the key is to plan travel and acclimate before knockout rounds, focusing on fitness and recovery rather than relying on heat as an excuse.
How to save a World Cup penalty
Q: Would you rather face a penalty in a shootout or finish the game in open play, and how would you approach it as a keeper?
Brad explains that as a goalkeeper, the ideal is to shut down the taker with anticipation and positioning, but the real edge comes from reading the run-up and having confidence from prior experience, rather than fearing the moment.
How to save a World Cup penalty
Q: When I say penalties to you in the context of the World Cup, what are the first things that spring to mind?
The discussion centers on the psychological pressure of penalties, how players' form and confidence influence their decisions, and the contrast between sports psychology at club level versus country duty.
How WAGS Won The World Cup: Champagne, Cameras, and Chaos
Q: Hi Maisie. It's good to see you on How To Win The World Cup. What's the biggest spat you've witnessed about the WAGs?
Maisie describes heated moments in public venues and the way rivalries and gossip swirled around seatings and outfits, illustrating how high emotions and media attention amplified conflicts.

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 How To Win The World Cup

What is How To Win The World Cup about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series centers on transforming football knowledge into actionable insights for fans and brands alike, blending expert football discourse with humor and pop culture. Guests range from former World Cup winners and legendary captains to comedians, offering takes on squad dynamics, leadership, media influence, and the psychology behind winning. The mix of serious strategy and lighthearted banter helps translate complex topics—like squad harmony, crowd effects, and mental preparation—into approachable stories and practical takeaways for sponsors, marketers, and potential guests. A standout aspect is the frequent convergence of elite-level football experience with entertainment, producing energetic conversations that still unpack tactical an... more

Where can I find podcast stats for How To Win The World Cup?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for How To Win The World Cup. 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 How To Win The World Cup and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does How To Win The World Cup get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for How To Win The World Cup, 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 How To Win The World Cup?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for How To Win The World Cup, 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 How To Win The World Cup have?

To see how many followers or subscribers How To Win The World Cup 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 How To Win The World Cup?

These podcasts share a similar audience with How To Win The World Cup:

1. The Rest Is Football
2. The England Pod
3. talkSPORT Daily
4. Outspoken with White and Jordan
5. That Peter Crouch Podcast

How many episodes of How To Win The World Cup are there?

How To Win The World Cup launched 7 months ago and published 37 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 How To Win The World Cup?

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 How To Win The World Cup?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for How To Win The World Cup 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 How To Win The World Cup?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of How To Win The World Cup. 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 How To Win The World Cup?

Recent guests on How To Win The World Cup include:

1. Danny Mills
2. Susie McCabe
3. John Barnes
4. Jacob Hawley
5. Olly Huddlestone
6. Jackie McNamara
7. Lizzie Cundy
8. Maisie Adam

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