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Episodes
In Focus with Justin Kluivert and Kelly Somers
5/3/2025
As Bournemouth continue to push for European football, midfielder Justin Kluivert speaks to Kelly Somers about his season and career.
He tells us about playing with the famous Kluivert name, and his footballing brothers. And the Dutchman explains how he’s settled on the South Coast.
And we find out why Kluivert thinks he should be in the Guinness Book of Records.
00:10 The appeal of Bournemouth 02:55 Being Patrick Kluivert’s son 08:30 Andoni Iraola's influence 19:00 His hopes for the future
BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League weekend commentaries: Sat 1500 Everton v Ipswich, Sat 1730 Arsenal v Bournemouth, Sun 1200 Man Utd v Man City in the WSL on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Brighton v Newcastle, Sun 1400 Brentford v Man Utd on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 West Ham v Tottenham on BBC Sport website, Sun 1630 Chelsea v Liverpool.
Duration:00:23:37
The Commentators’ View: Bowls drama, stanchions & worldies
5/2/2025
John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball have their weekly catch-up to talk about their love of football, travel and language. Ian reflects on his commentary of Liverpool winning the Premier League title. Ali is packing his bags for the Arctic. Will John be packing his bags in Clash of the Commentators? Which football terms will be added to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? And an announcement of sorts…
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01:15 John enjoys lawn bowls ‘drama’ 03:50 Correspondent vs senior reporter 08:10 Ian’s Liverpool title reflections 15:05 Champions League semis finely poised 19:50 5 Live commentaries this weekend 22:35 Ali preparing for the Arctic circle 28:30 Tense low-scoring Clash of the Commentators 35:25 More disputed terms in the Great Glossary 44:15 Potentially very exciting news
BBC Sounds / 5 Live Premier League weekend commentaries: Sat 1500 Everton v Ipswich, Sat 1730 Arsenal v Bournemouth, Sun 1200 Man Utd v Man City in the WSL on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Brighton v Newcastle, Sun 1400 Brentford v Man Utd on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 West Ham v Tottenham on BBC Sport website, Sun 1630 Chelsea v Liverpool.
Duration:00:51:49
Europa League Debrief: One foot in the final for Man United & Spurs
5/1/2025
Steve Crossman is joined by Phil Jones & Andros Townsend to reflect on wins for Man Utd & Spurs.
Manchester United beat Athletic Bilbao 3-0 to put one foot in the Europa League final, and 5 Live’s commentary team of Ian Dennis and Paul Robinson join the pod to reflect on United’s win. It was a night to remember for Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes and in particular Harry Maguire. And finally, we hear from Manchester United head coach, Ruben Amorim.
Meanwhile, Spurs beat Bodo Glimt 3-1, with a late goal for the Norwegian side giving them a glimmer of hope going into the second leg. Alistair Bruce-Ball and Rob Green were watching from the Tottenham Hotspur stadium, and reflect on Spurs’ win on the pod before we hear from Ange Postecoglou.
We hear about Chelsea’s comprehensive 4-1 win in the Europa Conference League semi-final, before hearing from Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo as his side lost 2-0 to Brentford in the Premier League.
Timecodes:
01:16 Manchester United win 3-0 in Bilbao 17:48 Reaction to Spurs’ 3-1 win over Bodo Glimt 25:42 Chelsea’s 4-1 semi-final victory 26:53 Nottingham Forest fail to return to third in the Premier League
Football commentaries this week:
Saturday 3rd May PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Ipswich 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Bournemouth 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE
Sunday 4th May WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Manchester City 1200 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Brighton v Newcastle 1400 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Manchester United 1400 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: West Ham v Spurs 1400 KO – LIVE ON BBC SPORT WEBSITE PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Liverpool 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE
Duration:00:29:21
Euro Leagues: The next Messi, the genius of Lamine Yamal and Mr Trousers
5/1/2025
From PSG’s great win to the thrilling draw at Barca – this week’s Champions League action unpicked. Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and James Horncastle reflect on a brilliant week of action in the Champions League. The team discuss the superb performances from Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and PSG's Gianluigi Donarumma among others – and pick who they think will go through to the final. James also gives some insight into the latest sensation from Argentina football after his trip to Buenos Aires. Plus, what is happening with Carlo Ancelotti and Brazil? And who is the man called Trousers who has just won promotion in France? Oh, and with Liam Rosenior signing a new deal at Strasbourg a year after being sacked by Hull, who are on the verge of relegation from the Championship, which other clubs made managerial sackings they lived to regret?
TIMECODES 0 mins – Intro, with James talking about his trip to Argentina. Also, where is the presenter? 3 mins – James gives some insight into Franco Mastantuono, the new wonderkid of Argentine football. 6.50 mins – The brilliance of Lamine Yamal – and the difficulties he posed for Inter Milan. And who will go through from the tie? 18 mins – Carlo Ancelotti and the Brazil national job – will it happen? 22 mins – PSG and their win over Arsenal – how good was Gianluigi Donarumma? 33.53 mins – Lorient’s promotion – under Mr Pantaloni. 35.26 mins – Liam’s Rosenior’s new deal and terrible managerial sackings.
FOOTBALL COMMENTARIES THIS WEEK Thursday 1st May EUROPA LEAGUE: Athletic Club v Manchester United - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Ian Dennis and Paul Robinson. EUROPA LEAGUE: Spurs v Bodo Glimt – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Alistair Bruce-Ball and Rob Green. Saturday 3rd May PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Ipswich 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Conor McNamara and Chris Sutton. PREMIER LEAGUE: Arsenal v Bournemouth 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - John Murray and Rob Green. Sunday 4th May WOMENS SUPER LEAGUE: Manchester United v Manchester City 1200 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - Maz Farookhi and Lindsay Johnson PREMIER LEAGUE: Brighton v Newcastle 1400 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - Alistair Bruce-Ball and TBC PREMIER LEAGUE: Brentford v Manchester United 1400 KO – LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA - John Acres and Daniel Gabbidon PREMIER LEAGUE: West Ham v Spurs 1400 KO – LIVE ON BBC SPORT WEBSITE - Chris Wise and Matt Jarvis PREMIER LEAGUE: Chelsea v Liverpool 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE - John Murray and Pat Nevin.
Duration:00:41:03
72+: The EFL Podcast
4/30/2025
Former Barnsley manager Darrell Clarke joins Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff on this week’s 72+ to preview the final weekend of the EFL season. Aaron’s been at the EFL Awards – hear from Championship Manager of the Year Scott Parker and Championship Player of the Year Gustavo Hamer. It’s all to play for at the top of the Championship, who will claim the final two play-off spots? And who is in danger at the bottom of the table? Aaron speaks to Birmingham’s Chris Davies after he picked up the League 1 Manager of the Year award on their success this season, and what comes next for Wrexham after their third successive promotion was confirmed? Plus Wycombe’s Richard Kone speaks to Aaron ahead of the play-offs. And in League 2, who will claim the remaining play-off places? And, after picking up the award for Contribution to League Football, hear from Neil Warnock.
TIME CODES:
03:55 – Championship Manager of the Year, Scott Parker 06:20 – Burnley 12:05 – Championship Player of the Year, Gustavo Hamer 14:55 – Sheffield United 15:55 – Championship Play-Off Race 19:10 – Championship Relegation Battle 24:35 – League 1 Manager of the Year, Chris Davies 26:05 – Birmingham City 29:05 – League 1 Young Player of the Year, Richard Kone 31:25 – League 1 Play-Off Race 33:30 – Wrexham 35:55 – Top of League 2 41:35 – Carlisle Relegated 43:40 – Fantasy EFL 44:30 – 72Plus/72Minus 46:50 – Neil Warnock
Commentaries this week: Wednesday 30th April 20:15 - Manchester United v Chelsea – Women’s Super League – 5 live 18:00 - Aston Villa v Arsenal – Women’s Super League – 5 Sports Extra
Thursday 1st May 20:00 - Athletic Club v Manchester United – Europa League – 5 live 20:00 - Spurs v Bodo Glimt – Europa League – 5 Sports Extra
Saturday 3rd May 15:00 - Everton v Ipswich – Premier League – 5 live 17:30 - Arsenal v Bournemouth – Premier League – 5 live
Sunday 4th May 12:00 Manchester United v Manchester City – Women’s Super League – 5 Sports Extra 14:00 - Brighton v Newcastle United – Premier League – 5 live 14:00 – Brentford v Manchester United – Premier League – 5 Sports Extra 14:00 – West Ham v Spurs – Premier League – BBC Sport Website 16:30 – Chelsea v Liverpool – Premier League – 5 live
Duration:00:50:41
Champions League Debrief: PSG silence Arsenal
4/29/2025
Do Arsenal still have what it takes to make it to the Champions League final? An early goal from Ousmane Dembélé and another impressive european night for Gianluigi Donnarumma means they're 1-0 down against Paris Saint Germain after the first leg of their semi final.
Kelly Cates is joined by Matthew Upson, Julien Laurens and John Murray at the Emirates to analyse the first leg loss and assess what Arsenal need to do differently if they’re to turn things around in the second leg.
We hear from Mikel Arteta who believes his side have to “do something special” if they’re to make the final.
Plus, we look ahead to the first leg of the other semi final between Barcelona and Inter Milan.
Timecodes: 03:18 – Were Arsenal off balance without Thomas Partey? 04:40 – PSG’s transformation this season 07:02 – Are Arsenal lacking depth? 08:04 – Mikel Arteta reaction 10:31 – What do Arsenal need to change in the second leg? 17:52 – A Gianluigi Donnarumma masterclass 24:29 – Barcelona v Inter Milan preview
Commentaries this week: Wednesday 30th April 20:15 - Manchester United v Chelsea – Women’s Super League – 5 live 18:00 - Aston Villa v Arsenal – Women’s Super League – 5 Sports Extra
Thursday 1st May 20:00 - Athletic Club v Manchester United – Europa League – 5 live 20:00 - Spurs v Bodo Glimt – Europa League – 5 Sports Extra
Saturday 3rd May 15:00 - Everton v Ipswich – Premier League – 5 live 17:30 - Arsenal v Bournemouth – Premier League – 5 live
Sunday 4th May 12:00 Manchester United v Manchester City – Women’s Super League – 5 Sports Extra 14:00 - Brighton v Newcastle United – Premier League – 5 live 14:00 – Brentford v Manchester United – Premier League – 5 Sports Extra 14:00 – West Ham v Spurs – Premier League – BBC Sport Website 16:30 – Chelsea v Liverpool – Premier League – 5 live
Duration:00:29:03
Women's Football Weekly: Arsenal shine in Champions League but Chelsea crash out
4/29/2025
Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines talk all things Champions League as Arsenal make it through to the final for the first time in 18 years. Jen and Ellen talk about former teammate and friend captain Kim Little and what makes her so good.
On the flipside where did it all go so wrong for Chelsea as they went crashing out after defeat to Barcelona and is it a one sided rivalry?
Plus the team chat the Championship as Crystal Palace head back down while it will go to the final day, either London City Lionesses or Birmingham City will make it to the WSL.
00:20 Intro 01:36 Arsenal masterclass 06:40 Kim Little fan club 14:10 Renee Slegers tactics 17:50 Chelsea crash out 28:00 Palace relegation 32:30 Championship promotion race
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 20:00 - Arsenal v PSG in the UEFA Champions League Wed 20:15 - Man Utd v Chelsea in the Women’s Super League Thu 20:00 - Athletic Club v Man Utd in the UEFA Europa League Thu 20:00 - Tottenham v Bodø/Glimt in the UEFA Europa League
Duration:00:34:23
Monday Night Club special: Premier League & World Cup final official Darren Cann
4/29/2025
Recently retired assistant referee Darren Cann joins Mark Chapman, Steph Houghton, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith on the Monday Night Club to provide some amazing insight into life on the touchline. Among other things, he discusses his career - explaining what a week in his life looked like. He also explains how VAR has changed the role of an assistant referee and explains how officials block out hostility from players and fans. And - the big question - is Chris Sutton or Darren Cann a better footballer? Oh - and how many miles has he run sideways? The answer is really rather amazing.
Timecodes: 00:31 Darren Cann's background. 07:46 How do referees analyse their performances? 12:20 Has VAR changed the role of an assistant referee? How do referees communicate? 18:36 Darren's best moments and the 2010 World Cup. 22:20 How do assistant referees train and what skills do they need? 25:28 What is a refereeing team like and why is a good relationship with that team so important?
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 20:00 - Arsenal v PSG in the UEFA Champions League. Wed 20:15 - Man Utd v Chelsea in the Women’s Super League. Thu 20:00 - Athletic Club v Man Utd in the UEFA Europa League. Thu 20:00 - Tottenham v Bodø/Glimt in the UEFA Europa League.
Duration:00:32:48
Monday Night Club: Slot's success, Wrexham on the rise & Arsenal reach a final
4/28/2025
Mark Chapman is joined by Steph Houghton, Chris Sutton and The Observer's Rory Smith for the latest episode of the Monday Night Club.
The team discuss Liverpool's 20th title victory, with Stephen Warnock joining the pod to reflect on the season. Celtic also won a title on the weekend, so former striker Chris Sutton weighs in on their season and on the future of Brendan Rodgers. Is the landscape of Welsh football changing, with Cardiff's relegation and Wrexham's promotion? And Steph reflects on Arsenal women's sensational win against Lyon to progress to the Champions League final.
Timecodes: 00:41 Liverpool win their 20th league title 10:30 Have Liverpool 'underwhelmed'? Were Arsenal outdone by injuries? 13:51 Arne Slot speaks about Jurgen Klopp, plus how the club transitioned between managers 22:27 Ryan Gravenberch's season as a 6 29:42 Celtic win their 55th league title, and what next for Rodgers? 39:05 Cardiff's relegation and Wrexham's promotion 50:53 Arsenal women's shock win over Lyon
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 2000 Arsenal v PSG in the UEFA Champions League, Wed 2015 Man Utd v Chelsea in the Women’s Super League, Thu 2000 Athletic Club v Man Utd in the UEFA Europa League, Thu 2000 Tottenham v Bodø/Glimt in the UEFA Europa League.
Duration:00:54:00
Liverpool win Premier League & Crystal Palace into FA Cup final
4/27/2025
Katie Smith is joined by Nigel Reo-Coker and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards. Also hear from Arne Slot, Andy Robertson and Liverpool fan Josh live from Anfield after their title triumph. And catch up with Oliver Glasner after Crystal Palace make it through to only their third ever FA Cup final. The panel also chat through Man City’s Wembley win over Nottingham Forest, the race for European football and Ipswich Town’s relegation.
08:10 Arne Slot INTERVIEW 11:30 Liverpool fan Josh LIVE from Anfield 15:45 Andy Robertson INTERVIEW 20:45 Tottenham thumped at start of important week 24:30 Oliver Glasner INTERVIEW 29:50 Was Nigel disappointed by Villa? 35:05 Man City come through Forest semi 39:20 Race for Europe hots up 43:55 Ipswich Town officially relegated 46:20 Arsenal through to Women’s Champions League final
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Tue 2000 Arsenal v PSG in the UEFA Champions League, Wed 2015 Man Utd v Chelsea in the Women’s Super League, Thu 2000 Athletic Club v Man Utd in the UEFA Europa League, Thu 2000 Tottenham v Bodø/Glimt in the UEFA Europa League.
Duration:00:48:18
That Season When . . . Jose Mourinho & Chelsea became “The Special” Club
4/26/2025
In June 2004, Jose Mourinho made headlines around the world by claiming ‘I think I’m a special one’ at his unveiling as Chelsea manager. Just under a year later, he lifted the Premier League trophy for the first time, delivering Chelsea their first league title in 50 years. Robert Huth was part of the Chelsea defence that conceded only 15 goals in the league that season – and he joins Mark Chapman, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith 20 years later to reflect on an incredible achievement. They look back on Jose Mourinho’s management style – what was it like to be coached by him? Can he be credited with bringing the 4-3-3 to English football? Hear from midfielder Claude Makelele on his role within the team and from Sir Alex Ferguson on his rivalry with Jose Mourinho. They also discuss what nearly became a domestic treble for Mourinho in his first year in English football, and remember one of the Premier League’s most memorable seasons.
Duration:00:52:03
The Commentators’ View: Conor goes viral & Ian’s Bantam tantrum
4/25/2025
John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball discuss Liverpool and Celtic being on the verge of titles. They’re joined by Conor McNamara after he went viral for his 5 Live Man Utd-Lyon commentary. Will Ali be toppled by Ian in Clash of the Commentators? How high will the high bar be for the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? And John bowls us over with his plans for the weekend in London.
01:30 Liverpool and Celtic on the verge of titles 06:10 Conor McNamara reflects on going viral 25:15 Some big 5 Live commentaries this weekend 33:35 More Clash of the Commentators controversy? 41:25 Will anything be added to the Great Glossary? 53:35 John reveals his exciting weekend plans
BBC Sounds / 5 Live / Radio 5 Sports Extra weekend commentaries: Sat 1500 Newcastle v Ipswich in the Premier League, Sat 1715 Crystal Palace v Aston Villa in the FA Cup semis, Sun 1400 Bournemouth v Man Utd in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Chelsea v Barcelona in the Women’s Champions League, Sun 1630 Liverpool v Tottenham in the Premier League, Sun 1630 Nottingham Forest v Man City in the FA Cup semis.
Duration:00:56:00
Euro Leagues: The Pope’s love of football, & tributes to Leo Beenhakker
4/24/2025
Steve Crossman is joined by Guillem Balague, Mina Rzouki and Julien Laurens to talk the latest in European football.
The team pay tribute to Pope Francis and his love of football. Are Inter Milan falling at the final hurdle of the season, and should title playoffs exist?
The tributes continue as Marcel van der Kraan joins the pod to reflect on the life and career of Dutch footballer and coach, Leo Beenhakker.
And finally, who are the other universally loved coaches of the modern game?
02:07 Tribute to Pope Francis 10:31 Are Inter collapsing? 17:20 Should title playoffs exist? 26:00 Leo Beenhakker tribute 34:42 Ancelotti’s future, & universally loved coaches
BBC Sounds / 5 Live / Radio 5 Sports Extra weekend commentaries: Sat 1500 Newcastle v Ipswich in the Premier League, Sat 1715 Crystal Palace v Aston Villa in the FA Cup semis, Sun 1400 Bournemouth v Man Utd in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Chelsea v Barcelona in the Women’s Champions League, Sun 1630 Liverpool v Tottenham in the Premier League, Sun 1630 Nottingham Forest v Man City in the FA Cup semis.
Duration:00:40:57
72+: The EFL Podcast
4/23/2025
Aaron Paul & Jobi McAnuff are joined by Phil Brown as Leeds & Burnley are promoted to the Premier League. Hear from Chris Wilder as Sheffield United have to settle for a play-off place. Luton boss Matt Bloomfield joins the pod with his team inside the relegation zone on goal difference. There are twists and turns at the top of League One and League Two. And will goalkeepers be given a break in 72PLUS 72MINUS?
02:05 Phil’s Kidderminster title race goes to final day 06:05 Leeds and Burnley promoted to the Premier League 16:10 Sheff Utd have to settle for the play-offs 21:15 WBA, Norwich & Cardiff sack their managers 23:05 Luton boss Matt Bloomfield joins the pod 31:40 Can Charlton gatecrash the League One automatics? 34:30 Doncaster jump to top of League Two 37:30 Jobi’s best & worst moments in 72PLUS 72MINUS
BBC Sounds / 5 Live / Radio 5 Sports Extra weekend commentaries: Sat 1500 Newcastle v Ipswich in the Premier League, Sat 1715 Crystal Palace v Aston Villa in the FA Cup semis, Sun 1400 Bournemouth v Man Utd in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Chelsea v Barcelona in the Women’s Champions League, Sun 1630 Liverpool v Tottenham in the Premier League, Sun 1630 Nottingham Forest v Man City in the FA Cup semis.
Duration:00:42:02
Women's Football Weekly: Chelsea and Arsenal face uphill battles in the Champions League
4/22/2025
Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines react to the Women’s Champions League semi-final first legs. They are joined by BBC Sport’s Emma Sanders who was in Barcelona, to dissect what went so wrong for Chelsea, who trail 4-1 heading into the second leg. They also react to Arsenal’s first leg against Lyon – will they regret not making more of their chances against a Lyon team with an impressive home record? Plus they focus on Liverpool’s Olivia Smith after an impressive few weeks – what does she need to do to continue her upwards progression?
TIME CODES: 1’17 Reaction to Barcelona v Chelsea 5’27 Emma Sanders joins the pod 24’06 Reaction to Arsenal v Lyon 24’17 Renee Slegers post Lyon 36’55 One to watch: Liverpool’s Olivia Smith
Duration:00:46:04
Monday Night Club: Why Leicester have gone down & what Leeds & Burnley can learn from it
4/21/2025
Leicester City relegated, while Leeds United & Burnley are promoted. Mark Chapman, Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Joe Hart react to Leicester going down & Leeds & Burnley going up.
Leicester City Correspondent for BBC Radio Leicester Owynn Palmer-Atkin joins the pod to dissect what has gone wrong at the club, from Steve Cooper’s appointment to Ruud van Nistelrooy’s takeover to disgruntlement with the ownership.
Leeds and Burnley secure automatic promotion to the Premier League after wins over Stoke City and Sheffield United. Hear from Leeds winger Dan James and Burnley captain Josh Cullen.
Timecodes: 00:30 What’s gone wrong at Leicester? 11:10 Steve Cooper’s management of young Leicester players 17:15 Entitlement culture in football 26:35 Players & manager demands 35:25 Burnley captain Josh Cullen post-promotion 40:00 Leeds winger Dan James post-promotion 41:40 How Leeds & Burnley stay up next season
Duration:00:55:06
Premier League Review with Aaron Paul
4/20/2025
Man Utd falter, Trent Alexander-Arnold relegates Leicester & Aston Villa thump Newcastle.
Aaron Paul, Stephen Warnock & Glenn Murray react to the Premier League weekend.
Manchester United take another step backwards following the Europa League drama in midweek, losing 1-0 at home to a Wolves side who have now won five Premier League games on the spin. Hear from the United boss Ruben Amorim.
There were also wins for the top two. Arsenal hammer Ipswich at Portman Road, and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s late winner at Leicester means Liverpool need just one more win to lift the Premier League trophy. The result also confirms Leicester’s relegation to the Championship.
Chelsea, Manchester City and Aston Villa pick up important wins in the race for Champions League football, and the battle for a potential Conference League spot heats up.
Timecodes: 01:20 Ruben Amorim post-match 02:50 Wolves win at Old Trafford 10:20 Chelsea & Maresca's style 16:00 Trent's goal & celebration 19:10 Leicester relegated 22:10 Arsenal thump Ipswich 29:45 Villa hammer Newcastle 30:50 Ollie Watkins 34:05 Man City & Nico O'Reilly 37:15 The European places
Duration:00:39:30
In Focus with Nedum Onuoha and Claude Makelele
4/19/2025
The former Chelsea midfielder Claude Makelele sits down with Nedum Onuoha to talk through the Frenchman's career. Makelele describes his time at Chelsea and experiences under Jose Mourinho, as well as his most challenging opponents in the Premier League. And we also find out how he was close to becoming a winger and not a defensive midfielder.
TIMECODES 00:10 What was it like joining Chelsea? 02:30 Playing under Jose Mourinho 07:00 Claude Makelele - the winger? 16:00 Toughest opponents in the Premier League.
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Sat 1230 Arsenal women v Lyon in the UEFA Women’s Champions League, Sat 1500 Everton v Man City in the Premier League, Sat 1730 Aston Villa v Newcastle in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Ipswich v Ipswich in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Man Utd v Wolves on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Fulham v Chelsea on BBC Sport website, Sun 1630 Leicester v Liverpool in the Premier League.
Duration:00:17:50
The Commentators’ View: Emotional times & top top top…
4/18/2025
It's a full house as Ali Bruce-Ball returns with John Murray & Ian Dennis. Ali gives a behind the scenes insight to Masters golf commentary at Augusta. What about Arsenal beating Real Madrid and making it through to the Champions League semi-finals? Will John bounce back in Clash of the Commentators? And we need your help when it comes to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary! E-mail: tcv@bbc.co.uk Voicenotes on WhatsApp to: 08000 289 369
02:40 Ali is back from seeing McIlroy make history 11:50 Getting emotional on commentary 16:00 Arsenal progress to Champions League semi-finals 21:45 Will Forest get ‘swallowed up’ in race for UCL? 27:05 Liverpool could win title this weekend 30:00 Clash of the Commentators 38:05 Great Glossary of Football Commentary 51:45 More football lookalikes
BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this weekend: Sat 1230 Arsenal women v Lyon in the UEFA Women’s Champions League, Sat 1500 Everton v Man City in the Premier League, Sat 1730 Aston Villa v Newcastle in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Ipswich v Ipswich in the Premier League, Sun 1400 Man Utd v Wolves on Radio 5 Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Fulham v Chelsea on BBC Sport website, Sun 1630 Leicester v Liverpool in the Premier League.
Duration:00:55:39
The Debrief: Maguire sends Man Utd through in Europa League classic
4/17/2025
Manchester United produced a classic comeback, coming from 4-2 down in extra time to beat Lyon and reach the Europa League semi-finals
Kelly Cates presents reaction to an extraordinary night at Old Trafford, with Andros Townsend, Rene Meulensteen and Paul Robinson assessing how Man Utd pulled off that great escape, and what that result could do for Ruben Amorim and his tenure.
Tottenham are also into the semi-finals after a 1-0 win at Eintracht Frankfurt. BBC Sport’s Sami Mokbel joins the pod from Germany to assess how big a boost that win could be for Ange Postecoglu.
But there was disappointment for Rangers, who exited the competition at the hands of Athletic Bilbao. Scottish football reporter Gavin Wallace talks us through that result.
TIMECODES 01:00 “I’ve never seen a game like that” – Paul Robinson on the comeback 08:00 Does this show what Man Utd are capable of? 12:00 Reaction from Ruben Amorim 18:00 Tottenham’s victory over Eintracht Frankfurt and what it means for Ange Postecoglu 26:15 Rangers’ Europa League exit
5 Live/BBC Sounds commentaries Saturday 19th April UWCL: Arsenal v Lyon - KO 1230 on 5 Live PREMIER LEAGUE: Everton v Manchester City - KO 1500 PREMIER LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Newcastle Utd - KO 1730
Sunday 20th April PREMIER LEAGUE: Ipswich Town v Arsenal - KO 1400 PREMIER LEAGUE: Leicester City v Liverpool - KO 1630
Duration:00:29:45