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The Totally Football Show with James Richardson

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Champions League
Arsenal
Premier League
Liverpool
Manchester City
Chelsea
Manchester United
Real Madrid
Inter Milan
Paris Saint-Germain
Serie A
Barcelona
Tottenham Hotspur
PSG
Aston Villa
Bayern Munich
Newcastle
Juventus
Nottingham Forest
Crystal Palace

James Richardson and Team Totally are here four times a week throughout the season with all the football news and chat you need - and plenty that you don’t.

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Latest Episodes

It’s the final Euro show of the season and Jimbo is joined by the usual gang of Pol Ballús, James Horncastle, Tom Williams and a flying visit from Seb Stafford-Bloor to discuss how it’s all panned out on the Continent.

In Italy, AC Milan let Champi... more

It’s salvation for Spurs under Roberto De Zerbi as they beat Everton. But Nuno’s West Ham are relegated despite victory over Leeds.

Jimbo has Daniel Storey and Tom Williams for company after the conclusion of the 25/26 Premier League season.

Elsewh... more

Aston Villa make light work of Freiburg to claim their first trophy in 30 years and Unai Emery’s 5th Europa League.

Jimbo, Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare, Jay Harris and Jacob Tanswell take in another marquee achievement from Villa under Emery... more

The Gunners finally get over the line and win their first title in 22 years, while Spurs are still in the relegation battle.

Jimbo, Daniel Storey, Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare and Adrian Clarke have a LOT to discuss.

Man City’s draw at Bour... more

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Recent Guests

Liam Twomey
Chelsea correspondent for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Chelsea appoint Alonso, Salah lets loose and West Ham woes worsen
Phil Hay
Athletic journalist, joined ahead of the Scottish title race
The Athletic
Episode: Can Chelsea make it three FA Cup final defeats in a row for City?
Johnny Roe
Former England Inter 21 international
Episode: Barca win La Liga in El Clasico - Mourinho to the rescue for Real?
Paul Ince
Former Manchester United midfielder, guest commentator
Former Manchester United player
Episode: Totally Extra: Cantona - the first Premier League superstar
Duncan Alexander
Football statistician and pundit
The Athletic
Episode: Totally Extra: Tottenham’s trip to the Champions League final
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor
Football writer and guest analyst
The Athletic
Episode: Champions League semi-finals are here and a refereeing scandal in Italy
Benji Lanyado
CEO of Pickfair, commentator
Pickfair
Episode: Chelsea sack Rosenior ahead of Leeds semi… and will goal difference decide the title?
Gigi Buffon
Celebrated Italian goalkeeper, World Cup winner
Juventus, Parma, Italy national team
Episode: Gigi Buffon meets Jimbo and Horncastle (in Italian)
Jack Pippbrook
Sport reporter providing on-site updates
Stadium of Light / Sunderland reporting
Episode: City take advantage of Arsenal stumble as Spurs slip into the drop zone

Hosts

James Richardson
Host of The Totally Football Show
James Horncastle
Co-host/contributor
Tom Williams
Co-host/contributor

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 8.8k ratings
  • Sets the standard

    Jimbo is the best there is. The betting ads leave a sour taste but easily skipped. Think they miss the depth of Football Weekly and it’s pundits like Phillipe Auclair on the big important stuff like FIFA - which Max Rushden ruins. But the regular commentators here are hard to beat. Duncan Alexander getting increasingly annoying though with being pedantic and insistent on having a constant commentary verdict, nice to hear Jimbo cutting him off now. Again shows Jimbo’s prowess.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2trueblue22
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Euro Show, take or leave the rest.

    It’s a shame that I rarely now listen to the Monday or Thursday shows.

    The Euro Show is the only one where there is unbiased opinion and actual flow between the hosts. Elsewhere its stats, tactics, stats in between the attempts at humour.

    The occasional extra show is good value, when it’s not about the Champions League when the chaps explore something more interesting with genuine enthusiasm.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Gandoolie
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Stop talking over each other!

    Jimbo get a grip and get your contributors to stop talking over each other. It’s unlistenable

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    entelbar
    New Zealand3 months ago
  • Good content

    Podcast Addict
    5
    nikothunder
    3 months ago
  • James is great. But fire Daniel Storey

    The show does a good job summarizing the league action (although I never understand why they do review before all games are played). But Daniel storey literally cannot complement Arsenal. If they win 3-0…the other team played well. If Arsenal win 1-0, Arsenal got lucky. But if any other team gets these same result it’s “dominance” or “the mentality to get a win”. Daniel is tje worst kind of journalist - no data, just his biased opinion.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    KClark2
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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

A few episodes get criticized for hosts talking over each other or for perceived bias toward certain teams.
Euro coverage is lauded when done well, though some segments feel repetitive to fans of the main UK shows.
Overall, the show is seen as a core hub for European football discourse, with strong guest dynamics and insightful analysis.
Pundit depth and banter are standout strengths; some listeners dislike ad load and occasional bias.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#195
United States/Sports
Spotify
#139
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#20
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#69
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#5
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#128
Canada/Sports

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Statement wins for Spurs and Arsenal, as Man United make the Champions League
Q: What changes did Tottenham make to improve their performance against Villa?
They emphasized a tighter, more aggressive press, better ball retention, and improved defending, with a willingness to fight and a renewed sense of purpose that showed up in their organization and tempo.
Totally Extra: When Leicester were kings of England
Q: What did you think when Ranieri was announced as the replacement for Nigel Pearson?
There was surprise and skepticism initially, but a sense that Ranieri's experience and calm approach could stabilize the club and foster a winning culture, which ultimately proved pivotal.
Man City stage incredible comeback at Anfield to keep title race alive
Q: What do you think about Liverpool's overall performance in this match?
Liverpool played well initially, but defensive errors in the later stages of the game cost them the match.
Man City stage incredible comeback at Anfield to keep title race alive
Q: How do you feel about the impact of this match on the title race?
It has to be galvanising for City, especially considering the upcoming matches against teams they're expected to beat.
Man City battered by Bodø as perfect Arsenal outclass Inter
Q: What was it like for Bodo Glimt fans leading up to the game against Manchester City?
Martin Sleipnes described it as a buzz, almost like it's Christmas leading up to such significant matches.

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

A high-velocity football chat show that blends match analysis, transfer talk, and European league narratives with a rotating panel of pundits and reporters. Episodes frequently cover major domestic and European fixtures, tactical debates, and insider perspectives, often anchored by a seasoned host and reinforced by on-the-ground correspondents and analysts. Notable strengths include diverse expert viewpoints, banter-driven pacing, and in-depth context on club strategy and governance, making it especially valuable for listeners seeking nuanced football storytelling and industry insight; occasional criticism centers on pacing, biases, and advertising load, which are likely to vary by episode. The show stands out for its accessible yet data-in... more

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