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Portsmouth FC
Portsmouth Football Club
Euro 2024
England National Football Team
Express FM
Luton Town
Havant & Waterlooville
Football Championship
League One
Barclays Women's Championship
Jacob Farrell
Zach Swanson
Transfer Market
Southampton
Leeds United
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Championship Football
Carabao Cup
John Mousinho

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

Portsmouth’s midweek win against Ipswich Town under the lights at Fratton Park is analysed by Jake Smith, David Howes and Mark Magee. Regan Poole and John Mousinho’s post-match comments air, West Bromwich Albion’s alleged EFL rule breach is explained... more

Saturday’s snatch-and-grab victory for Portsmouth over Middlesbrough at the Riverside Stadium is picked apart by Jake Smith, Joe Wood and Graham Butterworth. The post-match thoughts of both Conor Chaplin and John Mousinho also feature below the trio ... more

Helped by Blues fan David Howes and opposition supporter Steve Dixon, Jake Smith presents a preview of Saturday’s Championship meeting between Middlesbrough and Portsmouth at the Riverside Stadium. Firstly though, Pompey’s 2-2 draw with Oxford United... more

Jake Smith and Brendan Tuttiett provide reaction to Pompey’s Good Friday draw with Norwich City at Carrow Road. Then, with the help of EFL reporter and commentator Simon Watts, the Easter Monday meeting with Oxford United at Fratton Park is previewed... more

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Steve Dixon
Middlesbrough supporter, Typical Borough podcast host
Typical Borough
Episode: Resurrecting A Potentially Pivotal Point - Friday 10th April
Daniel Emery
Norwich City supporter
Norwich City fan
Episode: Time For The Run-In - Monday 30th March
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
Ollie Ward
Navy Inter-Services Cup goal scorer
Royal Navy
Episode: Plenty At Stake During The Break - Friday 27th March
Chris James
Manager, Royal Navy Inter-Services Cup
Royal Navy
Episode: Plenty At Stake During The Break - Friday 27th March
Paul Finney
QPR supporter and guest analyst
QPR supporter
Episode: Celebrating 20 Years Of Express FM - Friday 20th March
Nathan Jones
Blackburn supporter, guest commentator
Blackburn Rovers (fan perspective)
Episode: Looking Towards Lunchtime In Lancashire - Friday 6th March

Host

Jake Smith
Host of The Football Hour

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 30 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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Listeners Say

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Live emails and fan interactions help keep discussions grounded in Pompey reality.
Consistent coverage of both men's and women's sides adds depth for sponsors seeking broad club reach.
Engaging match-focused content with strong club ties; guests typically add insider perspectives.

Talking Points

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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.
Resurrecting A Potentially Pivotal Point - Friday 10th April
Q: John, let's dive straight in with the red card. What's your take on it?
The manager suggested it wasn't a clear red in real time and that after reviewing, it may have been more of a close call; he indicated it would require a strong case to overturn and emphasized the importance of the decision being 100% justified.

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A lively, fan-driven football show focused on Portsmouth FC, balancing match reactions, tactical breakdowns, and previews with exclusive interviews and fan input. Episodes frequently feature managers, players, analysts, and local journalists, offering both official club perspectives and behind-the-scenes insights. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on both men's and women's teams, live audience engagement, and a strong sense of community around Pompey, making it a go-to for listeners seeking in-depth club analysis with a distinctly fan-first voice.

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1. Steve Dixon
2. Daniel Emery
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4. Karl Watson
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6. Ollie Ward
7. Chris James
8. Paul Finney

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