
Essential EFL from Sky Sports is the football podcast you need for in-depth coverage of the Championship, League One and League Two, with episodes released every Thursday throughout the season. Simeon Gholam is joined by Sky Sports' top EFL pundits to get their thoughts and opinions on the latest action and you'll regularly hear from players and managers too. - •You can watch the EFL action live o... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 320 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SoccerNewsSportsSports News | |||

Sim is joined by David Prutton on this week's episode of the Essential EFL podcast.
They discuss the big news from the Championship and take a look at why Burnley and Preston find themselves at the bottom of the division.
They also chat about West ... more
Sim is joined by Ben Tozer and David Stowell to take a look at the latest news and talking points from League One on this episode of the Essential EFL podcast.
They discuss Leicester City's nightmare start to life in the third tier - can Russell Mar... more
Sim is joined by former EFL striker Sam Parkin and commentator David Stowell to take a look at how the League Two season has begun.
With four games gone there are no 100% records, but a host of teams will be pleased with the starts they have made in... more
Sim is back with David Prutton on this week's episode of the Essential EFL podcast.
They discuss Millwall's excellent start to the season and whether West Ham and Leicester City should be concerned by their openings to the new campaign.
Plus, Prutt... more
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Essential EFL yet barely anything outside of the championship. The show couple seasons back was cut yet much better, where they used too review the football from a weekend.
I’m sorry but I’m sorry for being so bad for the past couple of years I’ve never had that much work to happen with my life I
Excellent pod.
Always a good listen from the guys. Plenty of expertise and insight on their specific area.
It really is a lovely day for it, this Podcast is excellent to be honest with you, for that matter.
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Essential EFL delivers in-depth analysis of the English Football League across Championship, League One and League Two, anchored by a steady host lineup and a rotating cast of expert pundits. Episodes typically center on match previews, post-game breakdowns, playoffs, and strategic discussions, often featuring former players, managers, and long-time Sky Sports pundits who bring tactical insight, data notes, and anecdotal context. A notable strength is the blend of serious football critique with accessible banter and cross-promotion within Sky Sports' ecosystem, which may appeal to listeners who want both rigorous analysis and recognizable media voices. The show's focus on promotions, playoffs, and relegation battles tends to attract listene... more
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Recent guests on Essential EFL include:
1. Sam Parkin
2. Hannah Wilkes
3. David Prutton
4. Gary Weaver
5. Martin Patterson
6. Don Goodman
7. Ben Tozer
8. Dharmesh Sheth
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