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Essential EFL

Sky Sports
Championship
Coventry City
EFL
Sunderland
Middlesbrough
League Two
League One
Ipswich Town
Sheffield United
Leeds United
EFL Championship
West Bromwich Albion
Cardiff City
Sheffield Wednesday
Hull City
Southampton
Birmingham City
Sky Sports
Norwich City
Leicester City

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 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 on Sky Sports. If... more

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Latest Episodes

Simeon Gholam is joined by Sky Sports EFL pundits to look back at three dramatic play-off finals.

Andy Hinchcliffe and Gary Weaver join to discuss the Championship play-off final, as Hull City beat Middlesbrough.

Aaron McLean and David Stowell then... more

Simeon Gholam is joined pitchside by Aaron McLean at Wembley for an immediate review of the League Two play-off final, as Notts County beat Salford 3-0 to reach League One.

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•You can watch the EFL action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a... more

Simeon Gholam is joined pitchside by Andy Hinchcliffe at Wembley for an immediate review of the League One play-off final, as Bolton beat Stockport 4-1 to reach the Championship.

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•You can watch the EFL action live on Sky Sports. If you're not alr... more

Simeon Gholam is joined pitchside by Don Goodman at Wembley for an immediate review of the Championship play-off final, as Hull beat Middlesbrough 1-0 to win and reach the Premier League.

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•You can watch the EFL action live on Sky Sports. If you'r... more

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Recent Guests

Gary Weaver
Championship commentator and pundit
Sky Sports
Episode: Play-off finals review! Hull, Bolton & Notts County promoted!
Martin Patterson
Manager of Notts County
Notts County
Episode: Play-off finals review! Hull, Bolton & Notts County promoted!
Don Goodman
Pundit providing post-match analysis
Sky Sports
Episode: Championship final review: The McBurnie final! Hull beat Middlesbrough to reach Premier League
Ben Tozer
Professional footballer (interviews and punditry)
Bolton Wanderers (as discussed)
Episode: League One and Two: The finals are here! Who will be promoted?
Dharmesh Sheth
Sports journalist appearing on Sunday Supplement; guest on this episode
Sky Sports
Episode: Championship play-off semi-finals preview!
Andy Hinchcliffe
Championship pundit
Sky Sports
Episode: EFL Final Day preview! Promotions, relegations & permutations...
Aaron McLean
Football analyst
Sky Sports
Episode: EFL Final Day preview! Promotions, relegations & permutations...
David Stowell
Football pundit
Sky Sports
Episode: EFL Final Day preview! Promotions, relegations & permutations...
Tommy Smith
Former footballer and debut guest
Episode: Championship Catch-up: Lampard’s Coventry flying, match abandonments, manager movements & playoff tweaks

Hosts

Simeon Gholam
Host with Sky Sports EFL focus, multiple episode appearances emphasising tactical insight and punditry
David Prutton
Co-host and experienced EFL pundit, regular on Championship predictions

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 179 ratings
  • Rubbish

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MRBlueSky1990
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • I’m sorry I was going on

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yuguofg
    Japan2 years ago
  • Excellent pod.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    MacIrl
    3 years ago
  • Quality podcast.

    Always a good listen from the guys. Plenty of expertise and insight on their specific area.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    davidjc1986
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Chance would be a fine thing

    It really is a lovely day for it, this Podcast is excellent to be honest with you, for that matter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FCHIBAK
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

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

The show offers strong championship focus with insightful analysis and good chemistry between hosts.
Some listeners crave broader coverage beyond the Championship and include League One/Two topics.
Guest contributions bring expert perspectives, though format shifts have divided long-time listeners.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#236
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#135
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#49
Taiwan/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#72
Hong Kong/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#73
China/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#87
Finland/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

League One and Two review: Runaway leaders & new managers
Q: What can we expect from Liam Manning at Huddersfield?
Liam Manning is a motivated manager with past success, looking to bring consistency and improvement to Huddersfield's performance.
League One and Two review: Runaway leaders & new managers
Q: Do you think Cardiff are going to be one of the two teams that go up this season?
Cardiff City are currently in a good position and showing signs of improvement, so it would be surprising if they aren't one of the top two teams in League One.
'Five in Five' EFL Stories: Five interviews, five players, five minutes!
Q: What stage have you taken to really try and parallel your career?
Flint mentions improving his self-care routines and maintaining fitness to prolong his playing career.
'Five in Five' EFL Stories: Five interviews, five players, five minutes!
Q: Is that the big aim for you then, to get another promotion?
Flint reiterates his desire to keep playing and achieve another promotion, seeing it as a great opportunity during his career stage.
'Five in Five' EFL Stories: Five interviews, five players, five minutes!
Q: What are your goals and personal ambitions for this season?
Jaze Kabia emphasizes the importance of enjoying his football while contributing to the team's success, with a focus on playing as many games as possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Essential EFL

What is Essential EFL about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A data-driven football podcast focusing on the English Football League, especially the Championship, League One, and League Two. Episodes typically feature a rotating panel of Sky Sports pundits who break down matchups, playoffs, and final-day permutations with tactical insight, banter, and inside information from the league's action. A standout is the regular cross-podcast promotion and a strong reliance on expert analysis from long-tenured EFL pundits, making it a reliable source for listeners who want nuanced perspectives on promotion races and relegation battles.

Noteworthy angles include playoff previews, final-day permutations, and a consistent emphasis on fixtures that shape the promotion and relegation picture, often complemented b... more

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Recent guests on Essential EFL include:

1. Gary Weaver
2. Martin Patterson
3. Don Goodman
4. Ben Tozer
5. Dharmesh Sheth
6. Andy Hinchcliffe
7. Aaron McLean
8. David Stowell

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