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BBC Women's Football Weekly

BBC Radio 5 Live
Women's Super League
Champions League
Women's Football
Arsenal
Chelsea
Lionesses
Manchester City
Manchester United
London City Lionesses
England
WSL
Ellen White
Euro 2025
Liverpool
Spain
Chelsea Football Club
Aston Villa
Mary Earps
Barcelona
Tottenham Hotspur

Whether you're a lifelong Lionesses fan or just getting into the women's game, BBC Women's Football Weekly brings you closer to the action with new episodes every week.

Ben Haines teams up with England's record goalscorer Ellen White to unpack the biggest talking points from the Women's Super League and beyond - covering match previews, standout performances, and all the drama on and off the pitch... more

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Latest Episodes

Ellen White and Ben Haines are back with a bonus episode this week to preview a big week of European action and some awards news! First up, they preview this week’s Champions League match between Arsenal and Barcelona, a repeat of the 2025 final, and... more

Ellen White and Ben Haines take the pod on the road to the home of the ‘WSL disruptors’, London City Lionesses! They’re joined by special guest Jana Fernandez to discuss London City's massive shift in mindset this season, growing their fanbase, and h... more

Ellen White and Ben Haines are back, joined by The Guardian’s women’s football writer Tom Garry, to break down a big weekend of domestic action. London City Lionesses pushed the defending champions all the way on Sunday, proving they can compete with... more

Ellen White and Ben Haines are back together in the studio, and they're joined by WSL and England legend, Steph Houghton! The team break down a blockbuster weekend of derbies, from Manchester United ending City's 100% start to Arsenal’s north London ... more

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Tom Garry
The Guardian's women's football writer
The Guardian
Episode: London City push the champions and what’s going right for Chelsea?
Drew Spence
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder and WSL all-time appearance record holder
Tottenham Hotspur
Episode: London City push the champions and what’s going right for Chelsea?
Steph Houghton
WSL and England legend and former footballer
England
Episode: Derby day battles, Man United make progress & European nights return!
Em Sanders
Guest analyst and broadcaster
Episode: Sarina stays, the Golden Goggles & Van de Donk’s flying form
Sarina Wiegman
England women's national team manager
England
Episode: Ruthless England advance in World Cup play-offs
Alessia Russo
England and Arsenal striker
England, Arsenal
Episode: Ruthless England advance in World Cup play-offs
Grace Fisk
England defender
England
Episode: Ruthless England advance in World Cup play-offs
Maya Le Tissier
England defender
Manchester United
Episode: Ruthless England advance in World Cup play-offs
Fran Kirby
England legend and Brighton midfielder
Brighton & Hove Albion
Episode: Lionesses on track, Cuthbert returns & Kirby on Brighton's start

Hosts

Ben Haines
BBC football presenter covering women's football
Ellen White
Former England international and record goalscorer

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • AMAZINGLY GOOD 👍

    AMAZINGLY GOOD 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elephants are the best123
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Cool

    Cool

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Elephants are the best123
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Nice

    Nice

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Owly Fearn
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Why end????? ❤️❤️❤️

    I love Jill, love women’s football and love coffee.

    Why did the season end? I re-listen to all the pods and love them still. Please come back Xx ❤️❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Football Fan 1 800
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love it

    Love the episodes especially Kieran Trips and Ella Toone love them to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Avs star
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the relaxed, funny banter, especially in Jill Scott's Coffee Club conversations with co-host Ben Haines.
Some listeners specifically hope for more interviews with women footballers and the return of Coffee Club episodes.
Player interviews and behind-the-scenes stories help listeners feel closer to the people and culture of women's football.
Fans value the mix of entertaining conversation and insight into players' lives and the development of the women's game.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#205
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Apple Podcasts
#238
Ukraine/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#244
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London City push the champions and what’s going right for Chelsea?
Q: Have you got more respect for people that have had such long careers now that you've enjoyed it yourself and you know that it takes a lot of hard work to be able to have the longevity that you've had?
Drew Spence says longevity takes sacrifice, self-care and sustained motivation. She adds that nutrition, recovery and understanding her body have helped her remain fit and recover faster.
London City push the champions and what’s going right for Chelsea?
Q: What needs to change at the moment for this team?
Tom Garry says Arsenal must show more resilience and intensity, take greater responsibility on the pitch and consider alternatives when its current approach is not producing results. Ellen White also calls for players to be used in their correct positions.
Derby day battles, Man United make progress & European nights return!
Q: What made Bunny Shaw's goal against Manchester United so special?
Ellen White highlights Shaw's awareness while her back is to play, her use of physicality to spin away from her marker, and her quick, powerful finish. Steph Houghton adds that Shaw's goal-scoring instinct and ability to improve her link-up play make her especially dangerous.
Derby day battles, Man United make progress & European nights return!
Q: What has enabled Manchester United to turn their WSL form around after a difficult start to the season?
Steph Houghton says a new manager and substantial squad turnover take time to settle. Early defeats can provide lessons, while trust in the manager, consistent selections, training-ground work and growing confidence have helped the team improve.
Lionesses on track, Cuthbert returns & Kirby on Brighton's start
Q: How different is Brighton's style, formation and Kirby's position under Arturo Ruiz?
Kirby says Brighton still want to play in possession but now look to hurt opponents more quickly, and defend with a back five. She says changing habits after two years in a different system takes time.

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Frequently Asked Questions About BBC Women's Football Weekly

What is BBC Women's Football Weekly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly coverage of women's football, with a particular focus on the Women's Super League, England's national team and European competition. Ben Haines and former England striker Ellen White lead match reviews, tactical discussion, previews and conversations about player development, squad selection and issues shaping the game off the pitch. The format mixes studio panels and rapid post-match reaction with interviews featuring current and former players, coaches, journalists and club leaders. Guests bring perspectives from across the sport, from team tactics and personal career experiences to club investment, player welfare and the growth of women's football. The coverage is grounded in detailed knowledge of the teams and players, while info... more

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1. Tom Garry
2. Drew Spence
3. Steph Houghton
4. Em Sanders
5. Sarina Wiegman
6. Alessia Russo
7. Grace Fisk
8. Maya Le Tissier

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