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These Football Times

These Football Times
FA Cup
Liverpool
Newcastle United
Hereford United
Ronnie Radford
Bradford Fire
Franz Beckenbauer
Malcolm Macdonald
World Cup
Bradford City
Brazilian Football
Colin Addison
Manchester City
Manchester United
Bundesliga
Bayern Munich
Total Football
Everton
Champions League
Mário Zagallo

Traversing the world of football in search of the stories that matter, brought to you by expert journalists and guests. Check out our print magazine.

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Latest Episodes

On to Old Trafford - yes, really - for the 1970 FA Cup final replay and Chelsea and Leeds are about to produce another game for the ages, one of the most enduring cup finals of all time, while simultaneously doubling as a useful handbook on guerilla ... more

Jonathan Wilson joins Steven Scragg in the centre circle to discuss his monumental new history of the World Cup, in all its glory and in all its gory detail. What further persuasion to listen could you possibly need?

It’s the turn of the ESPN documentary The Two Escobars to feature in our Reel Football series. It explores how the very different lives of Colombia international Andrés Escobar and drug baron Pablo Escobar became inextricably linked by the 1994 World... more

Our Reel Football series alights upon Asif Kapadia’s 2019 documentary about Diego Maradona, revolving around his time in Naples and the 1986 World Cup. Matthew Gibbs, Dr Pete Watson and Steven Scragg revel in one of the great football films.

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Recent Guests

Ivan McDouall
A football journalist and enthusiastic Aston Villa supporter
These Football Times
Episode: A celebration of all things Aston Villa
Paul McParlan
An avid football fan and historian with decades of experience attending Everton games at Goodison Park.
Episode: Goodbye to Goodison
Chris Evans
Author of 'Gary Lineker: A Portrait of a Football Icon'
Independent author
Episode: Gary Lineker: a portrait of a football icon
Chris Lee
Author of "Shades of Green: A Journey Into Irish Football" and host of Outside Right podcast.
Episode: Shades of Green: a journey into Irish football
Steven Scragg
Football journalist and commentator
These Football Times
Episode: Icons: Kenny Dalglish
Miguel Pereira
Author of the book "Bring Me That Horizon: A Journey Through The Soul of Portuguese Football"
Episode: A journey to the soul of Portuguese football
Alex Ireland
Real life Manchester United fan and actual resident of Manchester
Episode: Five Years: Manchester United
John Devlin
Author of a book celebrating 50 years of Admiral's football shirts
Episode: Admiral: 50 years of replica kits
Theo Hamburger
Head of sales and marketing at Admiral
Admiral Sportswear
Episode: Admiral: 50 years of replica kits

Hosts

Matthew Gibbs
Host of various football-focused discussions, often bringing in-depth knowledge and expertise in sports journalism to the conversation.
Rob Fletcher
Host who partakes in detailed discussions about football, often analyzing historical matches and their significance in the sport.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 227 ratings
  • Don’t but their magazines !

    no customer service! it's ridiculous to treat customers this way. a disgrace.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LoonFight
    France8 months ago
  • Good content but…

    Good content but you need to improve the sound quality.

    Buy some good microphones instead of just taking the sound from zoom or teams where you talk. It's sad not being able to hear all the interesting things you talk about.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Ekenstrom
    Sweden2 years ago
  • SOCCER IN THE 70’S SERIES… AWESOME!

    Great site, great pod, but this summer’s 70’s series has been spectacular. Terrific insight into the clubs, managers and players who contributed to this remarkable era, and one season had more twists and turns than the next!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zmsb
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this.

    Greatest podcast out there. This is a gem of a series. So relaxing. Sit back and enjoy. Cheers!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chasertp5
    United States2 years ago
  • Best football podcast out there

    If you love your history of football this podcast hits all the right spots having grown up in an era before football wasn’t alway on the television I love the way the guys talk about listening to games on the radio or reading magazines or watching sports night to get some kind of European football fix keep up the great work guys got some books to read now

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Badparent42
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Many fans appreciate the depth of analysis and the unique perspective offered on significant football events and figures.
Audio quality is generally noted as a major issue, affecting the overall listening experience.
Listeners praise the podcast for its insightful content and engaging discussions on football history.
The hosts' extensive knowledge enriches the discussions, although some episodes could benefit from tighter editing.

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Apple Podcasts
#140
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#148
Ireland/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#160
South Africa/Sports/Soccer

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Reel Football: The Two Escobars
Q: Is the 1994 Colombian team seen as a missed opportunity or something people don't want to discuss due to national trauma?
It's seen as both; there is a sense of loss and missed opportunity, especially given the pressures and challenges they faced.
Reel Football: The Two Escobars
Q: How important was Andrés Escobar as a player actually when he was alive, or does the importance come later because of the nature of what happened?
Andrés Escobar was really important; he was seen as one of the best defenders in South America at the time and played a vital role in the national team.
Gary Lineker: a portrait of a football icon
Q: What was it about Gary Lineker that prompted you to write this?
Chris Evans highlights the fascinating aspect of Gary Lineker's career, noting that many younger fans only recognize him as a TV presenter rather than his achievements as a player, which prompted his biography.
Icons: George Best
Q: How is Best remembered by players and fans?
Within the football community, he is universally loved despite imperfections in his personal life.
Icons: George Best
Q: What defining seasons or games epitomise his style or iconic status?
Notable moments include the 5-1 victory over Benfica in 1966 and the magical European Cup final in 1968.

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What is These Football Times about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast focuses on both the historical and contemporary narratives surrounding football, exploring a diverse range of topics through discussions featuring expert journalists and enthusiastic guests. Key themes include in-depth analyses of iconic players, significant matches, and the cultural impacts of football on societies across the globe. Episodes often delve into subjects like the socio-political influences of tournaments, the evolution of the game, and insightful retrospectives of past competitions, offering listeners a richly textured understanding of football beyond mere scores and statistics. The passionate engagement from guests and hosts adds to the podcast's appeal, drawing in listeners with a shared love for the sport and i... more

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1. Ivan McDouall
2. Paul McParlan
3. Chris Evans
4. Chris Lee
5. Steven Scragg
6. Miguel Pereira
7. Alex Ireland
8. John Devlin

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