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The Football Hour - Express FM

Express FM
Portsmouth FC
Championship
Portsmouth Football Club
Portsmouth
John Mousinho
Fratton Park
Ipswich Town
Colby Bishop
FA Cup
Sheffield United
Oxford United
EFL Championship
Southampton
Bristol City
Football
Blackburn Rovers
Sunderland
Charlton Athletic
West Bromwich Albion
Preston North End

Every Monday and Friday we bring you an hour of passionate Pompey discussion on the show made for the fans, by the fans. Match reaction, big game previews and exclusive interviews all included, as well as special guest appearances and much, much more!

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Latest Episodes

Prepare yourself for the new football season with the inaugural episode of Express FM’s long-running Pompey talk show, hosted by Jake Smith with Tom Malley and Sam Macey for company. The Blues’ opening pre-season friendly results are discussed alongs... more

A compilation of every goal scored for and against Portsmouth on their way to securing Championship safety. The Blues, led once again in the dugout by John Mousinho, managed to collect 55 points and ended the campaign in 18th place, 8 points clear of... more

Jake Smith is joined in the studio by Pompey Women head coach Jay Sadler for an exclusive post-season chat. The Portsmouth boss provides an honest assessment of his side’s failed attempt to stay in the WSL 2 before Ian Chiverton then calls in from Gr... more

Express FM’s annual End of Season Pompey Quiz returns! Jake Smith plays the role of quizmaster with Kirsty Roxanne and Kevin Stokes competing for this year’s crown. Featuring 8 rounds and offering a total of 57 points, this special edition of The Foo... more

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Recent Guests

Jordan Cross
Reporter, Portsmouth News
Portsmouth News
Episode: 2025/26 Season Review (Part II) - Friday 15th May
Adrian Segečić
Hat-trick hero for Pompey Men vs Stoke
Portsmouth FC
Episode: Segs And The City - Monday 27th April
Moz Baker
Coventry City supporter and Coventry Hospital Radio contributor
Coventry City (commentator)
Episode: A Sniff Away From Safety - Monday 20th April
Ibane Bowat
Portsmouth midfielder/forward and goal scorer in the Leicester City match
Portsmouth FC
Episode: A Sniff Away From Safety - Monday 20th April
Conor Chaplin
Portsmouth striker, match scorer
Ipswich loaned to Portsmouth
Episode: Pandemonium With 97’ On The Clock - Monday 13th April
Steve Dixon
Middlesbrough supporter, Typical Borough podcast host
Typical Borough
Episode: Resurrecting A Potentially Pivotal Point - Friday 10th April
Britt Jeal
Midfielder, Moneyfields Women
Moneyfields Women
Episode: Plenty At Stake During The Break - Friday 27th March
Karl Watson
Manager, Moneyfields Women
Moneyfields Women
Episode: Plenty At Stake During The Break - Friday 27th March
Ben Prince-Hall
Manager, Moneyfields Women (interviewee)
Moneyfields Women
Episode: Plenty At Stake During The Break - Friday 27th March

Host

Jake Smith
Host of The Football Hour, Express FM

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Top show

    I do like this podcast it is about my local club Portsmouth they give you all the latest going on is at the club and interviews with the manager and players as I say a very good podcast

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Fans appreciate the mix of match analysis and community stories.
Listeners praise the show's local focus and access to managers and players.
Audience enjoys the banter and fan involvement during live shows.

Talking Points

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Focusing On The Final Day - Friday 1st May
Q: Looking ahead to matchday 46, what would finishing higher than last year mean for the club?
The team aims to finish higher than last year, with improvement across the season; the goal is progression and to build on this campaign's momentum.
Mattsson Makes Things Even - Sunday 5th April
Q: What was the key takeaway from the Norwich draw?
The point was earned through a dogged defensive display and late pressure, with a controversial own goal crucial to securing a stalemate and maintaining hope in the relegation battle.
Resurrecting A Potentially Pivotal Point - Friday 10th April
Q: Update on Zach Swanson's knee and Connor Ogilvie's potential return?
An update was that Zach is awaiting a second opinion with the Easter weekend delaying clarity, and Connor's situation remains under review with an appeal likely, depending on the outcome.
Resurrecting A Potentially Pivotal Point - Friday 10th April
Q: The conversation around substitution and the impact on Oxford's set-piece threat—what was the plan at that moment?
The plan was to manage the threat from long throws and crosses, adjust to a 4-4-1 shape, and keep balance while coping with the reduced numbers.
Resurrecting A Potentially Pivotal Point - Friday 10th April
Q: Before the game, you might have been disappointed with a point, but given the circumstances, is that a good point?
Yes, considering they played with 10 men for a long spell and still earned a point, it was a valuable result under those conditions, even though the flow of the match was challenging.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Football Hour

What is The Football Hour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on Pompey-focused football discussion, match reactions, and insider insights. Episodes blend post-game analysis, season reviews, transfer chatter, and exclusive interviews with players, coaches, and local insiders. A strong local loyalty ethos shines through, with a penchant for fan engagement, humorous banter, and community stories that give listeners a sense of being part of the club's ongoing narrative. A notable trait is the mix of on-pitch analysis with off-pitch context—ownership discussions, stadium updates, and charitable/community initiatives often feature alongside tactical breakdowns and game-by-game recaps. Potential listeners can expect a locally rooted, fans-first chat that covers both men's and women's teams... more

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