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Football, football, we all love the football - and, boy, do we need it more than ever now! To take you through a season like no other, Mark Pougatch teams up with Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend for a fortnightly look at the major talking points in the domestic and international game - with all the unique insight a current player at the top level can provide. Expect big name guests, honest, razor-sharp analysis and a plethora of dressing room yarns. Get subscribing now!
Episodes
July 12, 2021 • 41 mins
It just wasn't to be, following yet another shootout that went awry for England. Mark Pougatch and Andros Townsend are joined by Gary Neville and Nigel De Jong reflect on what went wrong for Gareth Southgate's men, and assess where the team is at looking ahead to next year's World Cup in Qatar.
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July 8, 2021 • 30 mins
They did it. Despite a few bumps in the road, Gareth Southgate has steered an England side to the final of a major competition for the first time in 55 years. Mark and Andros reflect upon a memorable night for the nation in the company of Harry Maguire, Raheem Sterling, Harry Kane, Declan Rice and, of course, Neil Diamond.
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July 4, 2021 • 34 mins
After all the criticism regarding their supposedly cautious tactics, England hit their straps in Rome to dispatch Ukraine, with Harry Kane netting twice. Lee Dixon joins Mark and Andros to reflect upon the excellent job Gareth Southgate is doing with his talented side, with a Wembley date with Denmark awaiting on Wednesday.
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June 30, 2021 • 37 mins
We don't need to go into huge detail about what the lads are discussing today, do we? Suffice to say Mark and Andros are in celebratory mood in the company of Ian Wright. They reflect on the Wembley atmosphere, Gareth Southgate's tactical gamble, Sterling's fine display, the return of Kane, and how to beat their next opponents Ukraine. Then there are their tips for the remaining quarterfinals. We also hear from the England manager.
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June 28, 2021 • 52 mins
Who starts up top for England? Should they play three at the back? Does Mason Mount return straight into the starting XI following his isolation? Where did Wales go wrong? Should Gareth Bale have walked out of an interview when asked about his future following the Denmark defeat? As Wales bow out of Euro 2020 and England face a stern test against an old foe, Mark and Andros are joined by Robbie Earnshaw and Christian Ziege discuss ...
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June 25, 2021 • 34 mins
With those pesky Germans heading for Wembley in the last 16 of Euro 2020, Kalvin Phillips joins Mark and Andros from the England camp to preview the home side's chances. They talk about the history of the rivalry between the two nations, the double pivot, low blocks, clean sheets, Bielsa's influence and his fondness for murder ball! We also look ahead to the weekend's fixtures, including Wales's clash with Denmark in Amsterdam and...
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June 23, 2021 • 35 mins
It's job done for England and heartbreak for Scotland, as group D ends in dramatically a contrasting fashion for the home nations. Gary Neville joins Mark and Andros to reflect on where England need to improve to stand a chance against their next opponents - who are likely to be either France, Germany or Portugal. Ouch! They also discuss the Mason Mount situation, the relative merits of a back five as opposed to a back four, and wh...
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June 21, 2021 • 39 mins
As a young child, Nadia Nadim and her family fled the brutal Taliban regime in Afghanistan, after her father was executed for being a general in the army. Following a terrifying journey, they arrived in Denmark, where the kindness of a stranger set in motion a chain of events which would see them gain asylum. She has since represented Denmark nearly 100 times and played club football in several countries - including a hugely succes...
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June 19, 2021 • 35 mins
It was the first ever goalless draw between England and Scotland at Wembley, but that won't matter one jot to the visiting side, who kept their Euro dreams alive with a superb performance. We reflect upon how men in blue more than matched their counterparts, and might well be disappointed not to have won it. Scott Brown purrs over Billy Gilmour and the rest of the Scottish midfield, while Eni Aluko is philosophical about the lacklu...
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June 17, 2021 • 52 mins
As Wales take a massive stride towards the round of 16 with victory over Turkey, Mark and Andros get the thoughts of a jubilant John Hartson, and are joined by Ashley Cole and Ally McCoist ahead of England's clash with Scotland. We also hear from Gareth Southgate, who fields questions from Mark, Gary Neville and Roy Keane. Among the points of conversation, Scotland's attacking options, England's defensive possibilities, and the ris...
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June 14, 2021 • 40 mins
It's been a decent start to Euro 2020 for England and Wales - with a win and a draw respectively. Gary Neville and Joe Ledley join Mark and Andros to assess the performances against Croatia and Switzerland. Gary sings the praises of Gareth Southgate, who threw us something of a curve ball with his selections for England's opener, while Joe is sweet on the impressive showings by Keiffer Moore and Dan James. We also hear from Raheem ...
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June 10, 2021 • 51 mins
The time for talking is over - well, almost - as Mark and Andros have time for one last hurrah before the Euros begin in Rome on Friday evening. Joining them to chew the footballing fat are ex-Wales and Scotland internationals John Hartson and Alan McInally, who are quietly confident about their sides' respective chances. They discuss the importance of team spirit at international level, the likely stars of the tournament, how the ...
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Joining us just moments after Gareth Southgate announced his final 26 for Euro 2020, Conor Coady speaks to us before he's even celebrated his England call-up with his family and friends! Suffice to say, his phone was pinging ... The lads discuss what it means to him to represent his country at a major tournament, the mood among the players, a tricky trio of group matches and, of course, penalty practice. Mark and Andros also assess...
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On the day that Gareth Southgate named his provisional squad for Euro 2020, we get in the mood for the tournament with one of the game's all-time greats, Patrick Vieira. Patrick not only won the Euros with France in 2000, but also the World Cup, the Premier League (including 'that' undefeated season) and umpteen other trophies during an incredible career. He, Mark & Andros discuss the genius of Phil Foden, his rivalry with Roy Kean...
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May 21, 2021 • 41 mins
As the Premier League season reaches its conclusion, attention turns to Euro 2020, where there's plenty of home nation interest. And with Gareth Southgate set to announce his squad for the tournament, we're joined by Sven-Göran Eriksson, who managed England 2001 - 2006. Among the topics of discussion, the so-called Golden Generation, Phil Foden, Portuguese penalty pain and Sven's old friend, Roy Hodgson. The lads also reflect upon ...
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May 13, 2021 • 49 mins
It's FA Cup Final weekend, with Leicester meeting Chelsea at Wembley on Saturday evening. And our latest guest was schooled at the Blues' academy before going on an incredible journey with The Foxes. Andy King left Chelsea at 15 and headed to the Midlands, becoming the only player in the modern era to win League One, The Championship and the Premier League with the same club. We discuss Andy's unlikely scrabble for final tickets, J...
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May 6, 2021 • 49 mins
No mean feat, bouncing straight back to the Premier League, but it's one Norwich City have achieved with aplomb, winning the title with a game to spare. Central to their success has been Todd Cantwell, who joins Mark and Andros to talk about boss Daniel Farke, the Canaries' desire to emulate Leeds, the pressures of being a homegrown player, scoring a goal with his head on all-fours and Ben Godfrey's unusual superstition - among man...
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April 16, 2021 • 60 mins
Having started his career at Manchester United, improbably won the Premier League with Leicester, and found himself clubless for most of this season, Danny Simpson knows all about the highs and lows of life as a professional footballer. Now at Bristol City and as happy as ever, he reflects on his career with Mark and Andros. The lads also reflect on a good week in Europe for English clubs, and preview the FA Cup semifinals.
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April 1, 2021 • 41 mins
International week has been and gone, with the home nations experiencing varying degrees of fortune. We're joined by comedian and Manchester United fan Kae Kurd, on 'VKR' duties for ITV these past few days, to discuss technology, Jesse Lingard, left backs, the most exciting player in the Premier League and a whole lot more. Enjoy!
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March 24, 2021 • 38 mins
Less than a decade ago, Tyrone Mings was dividing his time between non-league football, bar work and mortgage advising. Now an England international, he talks frankly about his journey, which has encompassed longterm injuries at key moments, mental health issues and racial abuse - not to mention considerable success on the pitch. He knows how to pour the perfect pint of Guinness too! Mark and Andros also look ahead to a busy week o...
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