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Stadio: A Football Podcast

Stadio
Champions League
Premier League
Liverpool
Arsenal
Manchester United
Manchester City
Real Madrid
Bayern Munich
Bundesliga
Barcelona
Serie A
Chelsea
Football
Kylian Mbappé
FA Cup
Bayer Leverkusen
La Liga
Tottenham Hotspur
PSG
Jude Bellingham

Football, done differently.

Join Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn every Monday on this feed, for free, as they cover the world of football while weaving in music, film, pop culture references and much more.

For more podcasts each week, ad-free and in full, plus access to the Stadio Social Club and more, become a Stadio member by going to patreon.com/stadio.

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Latest Episodes

Musa and Ryan watched a lot of football this weekend, and what better place to talk all about it than a jam-packed 700th episode!

After a bit of chit chat, they get into Arsenal’s first win at Anfield against Liverpool in 14 years (10:32), in a feis... more

Musa and Ryan’s focus this week is on the first Clásico of the season in La Liga, which saw Real Madrid victorious against Barcelona at Camp Nou (03:55). It topped off a great week for José Mourinho, who saw his side put in a very disciplined display... more

After a quick shout out of some of the weekend’s results, Musa and Ryan are once again joined by Van Lathan and Jomi Adeniran, from The Ringer’s Midnight Boys, for the second of two special guest episodes!

Much like The Avengers, they assemble to pu... more

After shouting out the only place to begin, Musa and Ryan chat about Manchester City’s trip to Anfield (06:56), where they defeated Liverpool, in the first game back since their guilty verdict was announced. The focus isn’t much on the game itself, b... more

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Recent Guests

Van Lathan
Co-host of The Ringer's Midnight Boys
The Ringer
Episode: The Ultimate Superhero XI, with Van Lathan and Jomi Adeniran
Jomi Adeniran
Co-host of The Ringer's Midnight Boys
The Ringer
Episode: The Ultimate Superhero XI, with Van Lathan and Jomi Adeniran
Jackson Irvine
Professional footballer, joined to discuss move to Japan and World Cup experiences
Osaka Sagan Tosu / J.League (current club)
Episode: Jackson Irvine returns! World Cup penalties, Japan, the J.League and much more
Seb Stafford-Bloor
Guest, football writer and analyst
Episode: World Cup 2026 - England 1-2 Argentina
Nish Kumar
comedian and podcast host
Nish Kumar (guest)
Episode: World Cup 2026, with Nish Kumar! Bellingham again, Spain and Argentina wins and more!
Neil Atkinson
From The Anfield Wrap
The Anfield Wrap
Episode: Patreon sampler: The Spectre of Pep, the Premier League and Liverpool, with Jon Mackenzie and Neil Atkinson
Jon Mackenzie
From Tifo and The Athletic
Tifo; The Athletic
Episode: Patreon sampler: The Spectre of Pep, the Premier League and Liverpool, with Jon Mackenzie and Neil Atkinson
John McKenzie
TFO writer and author
TFO
Episode: Trophies, farewells and final days
Scroobius Pip
Musician, spoken word artist, and actor
Independent artist
Episode: Space, Cruyff and Scroobius Pip

Hosts

Musa Okwonga
Writer and football commentator
Ryan Hunn

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.2k ratings
  • The best

    Absolutely terrific, I don’t know of a better football podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    User9419*10
    United States3 months ago
  • One of the best

    Always solid. Definitely one of the best football podcasts out there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoonerGordon
    United States5 months ago
  • I just listened to this podcast for Musa’s laugh

    and always interesting analysis. Ryan’s giggle is nice too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    macep23
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Legends

    Love the perspective these guys bring. They’ve played a big role in rekindling my love for football over the last couple of years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beermovie
    Australia8 months ago
  • Musa’s laugh

    helps me believe there is still good in the world

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bo Kendall
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry, humor and distinctive personalities, often describing the conversations as easy company.
Some listeners have concerns that membership tiers make more content less accessible and weaken the earlier sense of an open community.
Reviews highlight informed, balanced football analysis that avoids rage-driven takes and helps listeners understand the game more deeply.
Listeners value the wider perspective, connecting football with culture, community, politics and the experience of supporting clubs.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#104
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#171
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#212
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#170
France/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#214
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#2
Philippines/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Ultimate Superhero XI, with Van Lathan and Jomi Adeniran
Q: What do we think? Who's the six? You think Nightwing's the six?
They select Nightwing as the holding midfielder, valuing his leadership, reliability and ability to connect the team.
The Ultimate Superhero XI, with Van Lathan and Jomi Adeniran
Q: What formation are we using?
The group chooses a 4-3-3, with one goalkeeper, four defenders, three midfielders and three attackers.
Jackson Irvine returns! World Cup penalties, Japan, the J.League and much more
Q: How has fatherhood intersected with your football career and your approach to the game?
I'm excited and a bit nervous, but I think becoming a parent will bring perspective and depth to my game. It already makes me more adaptable and fuels my focus for balance between life and football.
Jackson Irvine returns! World Cup penalties, Japan, the J.League and much more
Q: What was going through your mind during the World Cup shootout against Egypt, especially taking a penalty for the first time in your career?
The moment was intense; I prepared in advance, stayed relaxed, and trusted my process. Scoring that penalty was a significant personal milestone and a relief after the pressure of the moment.
Jackson Irvine returns! World Cup penalties, Japan, the J.League and much more
Q: You're back in Japan after the international break. How's the move been and what has stood out so far?
It's been a natural transition, helped by the similar time zone and a fresh challenge. The city life, food, and fan culture are unlike anything I've experienced, and it's pushed me to adapt and evolve as a player.

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What is Stadio: A Football Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly conversations led by Musa Okwonga and Ryan Hunn, combining close analysis of matches, tactics, players and club decisions with a wider view of football's cultural and political meaning. The hosts cover major European leagues and international tournaments while making room for smaller clubs, fan culture, ownership, governance and the human stories around the game. Most episodes are an energetic, opinionated discussion between the two hosts, with occasional interviews and guest conversations featuring footballers, writers, comedians and other cultural voices. Their distinctive mix of informed analysis, humor and references to music, film and popular culture suits listeners who want more than scores and transfer headlines. The tone is t... more

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