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The England Pod

The England Pod
England National Football Team
Thomas Tuchel
World Cup
England National Team
Jude Bellingham
Lionesses
England
England Football Team
World Cup 2026
Harry Kane
Phil Foden
Euro 2024
England Under-21s
England Lionesses
Spain
Euro 2025
Football
Michelle Agyemang
Bukayo Saka
World Cup Qualifiers

A show for England football fans, by England fans. Ali Maxwell, George Elek and David Walker have all travelled across continents to watch England play, and loved covering the team during Euro 2024. The England Pod believes that supporting England should be fun, and this show sets out to make it a reality for the millions of English football fans. Expect passion, humour, and plenty of debates abou... more

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Dave, George and Ali are joined by Jack Pitt-Brooke to celebrate the England captain Harry Kane winning the Ballon D'Or. The first Englishman to win it since Michael Owen in 2001, and only the fifth ever.

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That’s more like it. England produced the statement performance they were looking for, beating Greece 5-0 at the King Power to complete an emphatic 8-1 aggregate victory and move one step closer to the World Cup.

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England are one step closer to the World Cup after a 3-1 win away to Greece - but the tie isn’t quite finished yet.

Robyn Cowen is joined by Kathryn Batte in Crete to react to a dominant but slightly frustrating performance from Sarina Wiegman’s Lio... more

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Recent Guests

Kathryn Batte
Lionesses edition contributor, The Telegraph
The Telegraph
Episode: England 5-0 Greece | James, Russo & Stanway Run Riot
Erica Meg Parkinson
England player, youngest England debutant in history (18)
England Women
Episode: England 3-1 Greece: World Cup in sight, but door left open
Alex Scott
England debutant, 18-year-old forward
England national team
Episode: England 2-0 Czechia reaction: Gordon & Kane win it for England
Rio Ngumoha
18-year-old England debutant, forward
England national team
Episode: England 2-0 Czechia reaction: Gordon & Kane win it for England
Jason Steele
England's third goalkeeper, interviewed at St. George's Park
England National Team / FA
Episode: England v Spain preview. Who starts against the World Champions?
Dan Garner
Described in the episode as a guest with a nickname The Ultimate
Episode: We're WAY too confident about England
Trevor Chalobah
Footballer, Chelsea youth product referenced as England squad player
Chelsea/England (guest)
Episode: England's World Cup Begins vs Croatia
Fred Asquith
Social media personality and England fan
Episode: Bellingham In? Who Starts for England vs Croatia?
David Walker
On-the-ground reporter for The England Pod in New York City
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Episode: England World Cup Preview: Hope, Fear and Belief

Hosts

George Elek
Host of The England Pod; co-host; prolific contributor across episodes.
Ali Maxwell
Co-host and analyst; known for balanced tactical discussion and fan-focused banter.
David Walker
Co-host and tactical analyst; brings fan perspective and detailed breakdowns.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 705 ratings
  • Posh

    Jesus Christ, one of you is incredibly posh. It’s unbearable.

    Toffs into football, it’s horrible. Dave is a lad. George is fine.

    Ali is unbearable, sorry, Alistair.

    Actually, it’s fine, I can just skip ahead when Alistair starts talking.

    Awful stuff.

    Football analysis is not interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    786539
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Stop using the word “broadly”

    Seriously, it’s insane.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MattZip
    United States3 months ago
  • Posh

    Jesus Christ, one of you is incredibly posh. It’s unbearable.

    Toffs into football, it’s horrible. Dave is a lad. George is fine.

    Ali is unbearable. Get rid.

    Actually, it’s fine, I can just skip ahead when Ali starts talking.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    786539
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Fordy202

    Great listen! Keep it up lads - bring on Euros 2028!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Metro202
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • What a ride

    Been a pleasure following along with England’s journey from Aotearoa New Zealand with TEP. Through the highs and lows, they’re all England all the time, and so are we.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    McArgister
    New Zealand3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Common feedback highlights memorable match breakdowns and relatable live-event banter.
Some listeners note strong pre/post-match discussions and engaging guest interviews are well-integrated.
Fans appreciate the trio's chemistry and balanced take on England's tactics.
Listeners praise insightful, calm analysis and passionate fandom.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#99
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#113
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#246
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#175
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#19
Finland/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#41
Taiwan/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Inside England's World Cup: Jason Steele on Tuchel, Bellingham & Argentina Pain.
Q: What was it like to hear Thomas Tuchel describe his vision for you and your role in March?
Steele describes it as a pivotal moment that highlighted Tuchel's high standards and the trust placed in him, emphasizing how the manager's vision helped shape the squad's mentality and camaraderie.
World Cup Betting Preview
Q: Any tips on Golden Boot and Top Goal Scorer markets that bettors should not overlook?
The discussion stresses that ties in Golden Boot scenarios are typically resolved by assists, and Dead Heat rules can alter payouts; players like Oyathabal, Havertz, and Vinicius Jr. are highlighted as strong contenders at different price points, with caveats about rotation and group-stage scheduling affecting who gets opportunities.
World Cup Betting Preview
Q: Which groups or teams do you think offer the best value to back to win their groups at bigger prices?
He points to teams like Morocco, Senegal, and Ivory Coast as underpriced contenders in certain groups, with attention to travel, climate, and the difficulty of their knockout routes, suggesting that price compensations may make these bets attractive if group dynamics play out as expected.
World Cup Betting Preview
Q: Nick, talk us through your thoughts in this market. Where do you see the value lying?
Nick highlights the balance between backing strong traditional powers for reliability and hunting value in teams with favorable group positions and realistic paths to deep runs, such as Belgium's improved form under new management and other non-traditional contenders that could outperform expectations given the tournament's structure.
Trent & Watkins out: Tuchel tears up script with 35-man squad
Q: With such a short time left before the World Cup and only a couple of training camps, what do the players called up who haven't been around the group need to do to earn a place?
They need to adapt quickly to Tuchel's system, prove themselves in training sessions, be decisive in limited minutes, and demonstrate leadership and composure on and off the pitch to justify selection for the World Cup.

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A balanced, enthusiastic roundtable-focused football podcast centered on England's national teams, with regular deep dives into squad selection, tactical setups, and tournament narratives. Episodes frequently analyze players' form in major competitions, reflect on managerial decisions, and celebrate memorable moments with a lively fan perspective. A standout aspect is the trio's ability to mix detailed tactical talk with personable storytelling and live-event banter, keeping coverage engaging for hardcore England fans and casual listeners alike. The show also maintains a broad scope by covering the men's senior team, Lionesses, and under-21s, and it frequently features post-match debriefs, previews, and listener interaction, which may appea... more

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Recent guests on The England Pod include:

1. Kathryn Batte
2. Erica Meg Parkinson
3. Alex Scott
4. Rio Ngumoha
5. Jason Steele
6. Dan Garner
7. Trevor Chalobah
8. Fred Asquith

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