The Totally Football Show with James Richardson
James Richardson and Team Totally bring you football news and chat four times a week throughout the season, covering all the latest stories and matches with their trademark wit and insight.
Episodes
Argentina edge Cape Verde classic after Mexico-England chaos
The world champions survive an almighty scare in an unforgettable matchup in Miami. Jimbo, Tom Williams, Felipe Cardenas and Phil Hay are in LA to take in a remarkable Day 23 at the World Cup. Messi scored again. Argentina won again. But Cape Verde are the story after coming from behind twice and scoring one of the great goals in tournament history. Scenes in Dallas where Australia take off goalke
Portugal’s crazy Croatia victory sets up clash with Spain
Ronaldo and Ramos come to the fore for Portugal in a win over Croatia that had almost everything. Jimbo, Tom Williams and Felipe Cardenas try to digest events in Toronto and LA on Day 21 of the World Cup. Portugal are through to the last 16 after the longest half in World Cup history. A half that had disallowed goals, drama, the snick-o-meter and Cristiano Ronaldo’s first ever goal in the knockout
Kane leads England to Mexico as USA keep on rollin'
More late drama in the last 32 as England’s captain comes to the rescue against DR Congo. Jimbo, Tom Williams and Laurie Whitwell react to another enthralling day of World Cup action Stateside. Thomas Tuchel and his team were given an almighty scare but a late brace from Harry Kane sets up a mouthwatering last 16 tie at the Azteca. Daniel Storey tells us how England are shaping up. Jack Lang tells
The best France team ever? Plus England will see DR Congo now
Thomas Tuchel’s side look to join the big hitters in the last 16 as we look ahead to Wednesday’s action. Jimbo, Tom Williams and Phil Hay have seen some wonderful football in LA on Day 20 of the World Cup. Mbappe and Olise continue to sparkle as France dispatch Sweden 3-0. Can anyone stop Didier Deschamps’ devastating frontline? Erling Haaland’s late goal gives Norway their first ever knockout win
Germany lose on penalties! Plus Brazil’s brilliant comeback
Nagelsmann, Neuer and the Netherlands are going home after an enthralling day of World Cup action. Jimbo, Tom Williams and Laurie Whitwell are by the pool in LA, taking in all the knockout action. Germany lose a World Cup shootout for the first time ever, as Paraguay progress to the last 16. There’s also controversy after Jonathan Tah’s disallowed winner in extra-time. Raphael Honigstein is back.
Germany battling bad vibes while Canada make more history
Jesse Marsch’s side are through to the last 16 - who else will join them on Day 19 at the World Cup?Jimbo, Tom Williams and Daniel Storey are Stateside to cast their eye over some mouthwatering fixtures.Canada leave it very late to beat South Africa in LA and continue their best tournament run ever. Up next, Morocco or a very fun Netherlands.Monday also see Brazil take on one of the best counter-a
England set up DR Congo clash as Clarke leaves Scotland
The last 32 at the World Cup is set in stone after Thomas Tuchel’s side top Group L. Jimbo, Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams are in LA to examine the action as the group stage concludes. England eventually find a way past Panama, with Bellingham and Kane on the scoresheet. Are we convinced by the Three Lions as they face the Congolese next? Saturday was the day Scotland were officially elimina
England poised for Panama as France thrill + Cape Verde qualify!
Drama on Day 16 as Bielsa’s Uruguay are eliminated and Dembele enters the Golden Boot race. Jimbo has Duncan Alexander, Laurie Whitwell and Tom Williams for company in LA as the picture for the last 32 becomes clearer. England are through to the next round but will they finish 1st. 2nd or 3rd? The clash with Panama will decide that, as Thomas Tuchel deals with some injury problems. France top t
Norway-France face-off on Friday after Ecuador’s escape against Germany
Mbappe and Haaland have their much-anticipated head-to-head in the World Cup in Boston. Jimbo meanwhile faces off against Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams poolside in LA. Who will top the group between Norway and France? Intrepid Norwegian fan Martin Sliepnes has an idea. Thursday’s drama comes in New Jersey where Ecuador save themselves from elimination with a late winner against Germany. Ne
Vinicius inspires Brazil on bleak day for Scotland
The Tartan Army have to play the waiting game after defeat to the Selecao in Miami.Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Phil Hay on the sofa in LA after Day 14 of the World Cup.A 3-0 loss for Scotland leaves them hoping to be one of the best 3rd placed teams. But the margin of defeat puts that in doubt and raises questions about manager Steve Clarke.South Africa’s shock victory ov
England frustrated by Ghana and Ronaldo is 'back'
England are held in Boston by Carlos Queiroz's stubborn Black Stars with Tuchel's side struggling to create opportunities.Jimbo is joined in LA by Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Megan Feringa to discuss Day 13 at the World Cup.Harry Kane spurned a huge chance to win it at the death and keep pace in the Golden Boot race, whilst Ghana will feel aggrieved that they weren't awarded at least one pe
Messi + Mbappe electrify again as England get set for Ghana
Lionel and Kylian are going stride for stride in the race for the Golden Boot and the race to be the World Cup’s all-time top scorer. Jimbo is with Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Laurie Whitwell in Los Angeles with Day 13 to look ahead to as well. England look to build on their impressive victory over Croatia with another 3 points against Carlos Queiroz’s Ghana. Can Kane step up to the plate
More Cape Verde heroics as Messi, Mbappe + Haaland take the stage again
It's the Totally Football Show in Los Angeles after another good day for the underdogs.Jimbo has Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams for company with an exciting Day 12 in prospect.Spain hit cruise control against Saudi Arabia, with Pol Ballus watching Yamal and co in full flow in Atlanta.Cape Verde stun Uruguay by drawing 2-2 to make it two games unbeaten against two former world champions. Nick Mi
Germany indebted to Undav as Netherlands demolish Sweden
Die Mannschaft steal a last-gasp victory over Ivory Coast to top Group E on Day 10 of the World Cup. Jimbo, Tom Williams and Phil Hay are by the pool in Los Angeles, taking a dip into the best of the action. Germany come from behind to beat Ivory Coast thanks to a game-changing cameo from Deniz Undav off the bench. Is he this tournament’s Toto Schillaci? Curacao claim their first ever World Cup p
USA go through as Scotland’s hopes hang in the balance
The USMNT become the second team to progress while Haiti are the first team eliminated. Jimbo is with Duncan Alexander and Phil Hay poolside in LA after a pretty fine Day 9 at the World Cup. USA make it two wins out of two and are through to the last 32 following their victory over Australia. And Pochettino and his players are dreaming of going all the way. Scotland are narrowly beaten by
Can USA + Scotland qualify after Canada’s historic day?
Mexico are through to the last 32, Canada look like joining them - what will Day 9 hold in store? Jimbo’s in LA with housemates Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams ahead of a mouthwatering day of action. Canada make history with the biggest win ever at the World Cup by a non-European or South American nation, smashing nine-man Qatar 6-0. Sadly the tournament is over for Ismael Kone. But it might not
England power past Croatia as Ronaldo’s Portugal stumble
Thomas Tuchel’s Three Lions roar past Croatia 4-2 in their opener in Arlington. Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Laurie Whitwell in LA after an impressive outing for England. After Croatia come from behind twice, England come flying out in the second half with Kane and Bellingham on song. Can Tuchel’s side go all the way? Elsewhere in Group L, the latest winning goal of this W
England kick off against Croatia, as Messi, Mbappe + Haaland shine
England expects ahead of their opener with old rivals Croatia. Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams to preview Day 7 of the World Cup and react to the big hitters coming to play on Day 6. A rampant second half from France sees them past Senegal. Michael Olise is in electrifying form but it’s Kylian Mbappe who breaks multiple records and has more in his sights. Erling Haaland is a W
Spain held by Cape Verde as France + Argentina arrive at the party
Day 5 produces one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history as European champions Spain draw 0-0 with tournament debutants Cape Verde.Jimbo has Tom Williams, Megan Feringa and Maher Mezahi for company in LA on a headline-making day.It continues to be a good tournament for Africa and a tricky one for Europe as Belgium end all square with Egypt.The day of draws continued as Saudi Arabia share the
Germany + Sweden enter the chat. But is it all too serene for Spain?
19 goals on Day 4 of the World Cup as Germany and Sweden make big statements. Jimbo’s in LA with Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Megan Feringa on a day of big goals and big statements. Germany thrash Curacao 7-1 on their World Cup debut - but was it a performance that actually highlighted Die Mannschaft’s defensive frailty? Sweden didn’t win any of their qualifiers but Graham Potter’s side r
Scotland win at the World Cup…here come Germany + Netherlands
The Tartan Army are celebrating in Massachusetts, with John McGinn’s goal enough to secure victory over Haiti. Jimbo has Phil Hay and Tom Williams for company in LA after Day 3 of the 2026 World Cup. Also in Group C, Morocco give Brazil a big scare but it ends all square as Ancelotti has plenty of thinking to do. Could Morocco go all the way? And Qatar claim their first ever World Cup point wit
USA light up the World Cup - can Brazil or Scotland follow suit?
Poch’s players produce an outstanding performance against Paraguay on a fine day for the hosts.Jimbo is joined in LA by Duncan Alexander, Phil Hay and ecstatic American Megan Feringa.USA thrash the South Americans 4-1 in Los Angeles, after what many call the best half in their World Cup history.It’s a good day for Jesse Marsch’s Canada who claim their first ever World Cup point, battling back from
Mexico off to a winning start - can USA and Canada handle the pressure?
The 2026 World Cup is officially underway - will it be a clean sweep for the hosts on Friday? Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams to the show in Los Angeles. Mexico see off South Africa in the opening match of the tournament in a game that sees more red cards than goals. How much pressure is on the USMNT as they make their bow against Paraguay? Megan Feringa has more. Can Canada g
The World Cup is finally here!
The bumper 48-team tournament to crown the champions of world football has finally arrived as the Totally Football Show relocates to Los Angeles for the full extravaganza.Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams poolside to preview Day One of the action.Co-hosts Mexico kick the tournament off on Thursday against South Africa. Jack Lang is in Mexico City to gauge the excitement.England
Inter Totally Cup final 2026!
It's the 2026 Inter Totally Cup final, and quizmaster Jimbo has his tuxedo and shiny shoes on.This year's final pits three-time-winner and hot favourite, Michael Cox, up against wildcard and tournament debutant, representing Northern Ireland, Colin Millar.2 rounds and 10 questions will decide the winner of football's most prestigious prize; the first 5 questions are all about the 2025-26 season an
World Cup preview: The hosts and the dark horses… like Scotland!
World Cup excitement has reached fever pitch with the Totally Team, who this time round sit down to discuss the hosts and those all-important dark horses.Jimbo is alongside JJ Bull, Colin Millar and Felipe Cardenas for our second preview show ahead of the tournament.Only two host nations have ever failed to make it out of the group stages, so how far will the triumvirate of Mexico, USA and Canada
World Cup preview: England and the other favourites
The World Cup is almost upon us so before we fly off to America it’s time for the Totally Show to discuss who might be winning the Final in mid-July.Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, Natalie Gedra and Liam Twomey in the studio to talk about who the favourites might be.Argentina are looking to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to successfully defend their title. Brazil themselves come i
PSG pip Arsenal to Champions League on penalties, as Liverpool sack Slot
Paris Saint-Germain retain the Champions League via a shootout after drawing with Arsenal in Budapest.Jimbo has Daniel Storey, Tom Williams and Adrian Clarke for company as the club campaign draws to a close.It's heartbreak for the Gunners as the wait for a first Champions League trophy goes on. PSG on the other hand join Real Madrid as the only teams to keep hold of the European Cup in the Champi
Inter Totally Cup semi-finals!
Quizmaster Jimbo is back in the hotseat as he hosts the semi-finals of the 2026 Inter Totally Cup.Semi final no.1 sees one of the tournament's hot favourites, Michael Cox up against the serial finalist, Tom Williams.And the second semi-final pits tournament debutant Colin Millar against the holder, Producer Charlie.Will it be 4 English representatives taking home the big European trophies this mon
Palace win Conference League - can Arsenal beat PSG in the Champions League?
Crystal Palace beat Rayo Vallecano to win the UEFA Conference League in Leipzig. It’s a third trophy in 12 months for the Eagles, who’d previously never won any major competition. Special guest Reuben Pinder dials in from Germany to join Jimbo, Duncan Alexander, Jack Lang and Colin Millar. Palace will be in the Europa League next season, the competition they were kicked out of last summe
Como & Roma in the Champions League as Milan crash out of top four
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 Champions League football slip on the final day, letting go of a 1-0 lead against Cagliari to lose 2-1 and allow Roma and Como to finish in the top four.
Spurs stay up as West Ham drop down to the Championship
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.Elsewhere, Sunderland are the big winners on Matchday 38, claiming a spot in the Europa League alongside Bournemouth. Victory for the Black Cats means no Europe
Villa win the Europa League - will former winners Spurs go down on Sunday?
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 and ponder the power the Premier League now has. Last year’s winners Spurs are 90 minutes from salvation or relegation. They need to avoid defeat to E
Arsenal are Premier League champions
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 Bournemouth sees Mikel Arteta’s side confirmed as champions, after three consecutive years as runners up. How did they do it and can they do it again?It looks
Roma take charge of Champions League chase at the expense of Juventus
For the penultimate time this season, Jimbo’s got his European football friends Pol Ballús, James Horncastle and Tom Williams alongside him as the season reaches its conclusion.In Italy, Juve look to have fumbled a top-four finish after their 2-0 defeat by Fiorentina. It leaves Roma in pole position and Como still in with a chance of Champions League football. Plus - could Jamie Vardy still save C
Chelsea appoint Alonso, Salah lets loose and West Ham woes worsen
Jimbo has Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Colin Millar for company on a very newsworthy penultimate Premier League weekend.It’s Man City who claim the FA Cup and the domestic cup double but runners up Chelsea waste no time in appointing Xabi Alonso as their manager for next season. A coup for BlueCo? Liam Twomey joins us to discuss.How are Liverpool fans feeling about that news? After seeing their t
Inter Totally Cup quarter-finals!
Jimbo is in the quizmaster seat as he hosts 4 quarter-finals of football's most prestigious trivia competition, the Inter Totally Cup.Quarter-final no.1 sees two former champions Michael Cox and Daniel Storey going head to head. Then it's quiz setter turned quiz competitor Duncan Alexander up against the holder, Producer Charlie.The third quarter-final features two previous finalists Tom Williams
Can Chelsea make it three FA Cup final defeats in a row for City?
Jimbo sits down in the studio with Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare, Natalie Gedra with a flying visit from Phil Hay as the FA Cup Final approaches and the title races in England and Scotland go right down to the wire.There’s no blinking from Manchester City who beat Crystal Palace 3-0 to reduce the gap with Arsenal at the top of the Premier League to two points again. The Gunners host already
Barca win La Liga in El Clasico - Mourinho to the rescue for Real?
Jimbo is missing Seb Stafford-Bloor, but the usual gang of James Horncastle, Tom Williams and Pol Ballus still have more than enough to talk about as the football season nears its end on the Continent. Barcelona become the first ever team to win La Liga in El Clasico. Marcus Rashford and Ferran Torres score the goals as the Catalonians beat Real Madrid 2-0 to confirm the title, and compound m
Trossard goal + VAR drama = delight for Arsenal and despair for West Ham
Jimbo, Daniel Storey, Adrian Clarke and Matt Davies-Adams are in the studio reacting to Matchday 36 of the Premier League season.Arsenal are two wins from the title after an incredible finale at West Ham that sees Leandro Trossard score, Callum Wilson equalise but VAR intervene for a foul on David Raya. Is their name on the trophy? And are the Hammers doomed to the drop?Elliot Anderson rescues a p
Totally Extra: Cantona - the first Premier League superstar
Jimbo is joined by Daniel Storey, Tom Williams, Duncan Alexander and very special guest Paul Ince, to open up the Totally Almanac on one of the most iconic premier league players ever, Eric Cantona.Born in Marseille, the enigmatic Frenchman was villainized in his home country after various misdemeanours, but thanks to Gérard Houllier was given a second chance in England.He rocked up for a trial at
Can Arsenal do the Champions League + Premier League double?
Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, Jay Harris and Mark Carey to look back on two eventful Champions League semi-finals, and discuss what could be a pivotal weekend of Premier League action. Arsenal will play PSG in the Champions League Final in Budapest at the end of May. The Gunners overcame Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the second leg at the Emirates, winning the tie 2-1 on aggre
Who’s going through to the Champions League Final + Inter win Scudetto
Jimbo and the usual team of James Horncastle, Tom Williams, Pol Ballus and Seb Stafford-Bloor sit down to discuss all things European football and look ahead to those all-important Champions League semi-final second legs. Inter are Italian Champions once again. A 2-0 win over Parma confirms the Serie A title with three games to go. Second-placed Napoli are now 12 points adrift after a 0-0 dra
Statement wins for Spurs and Arsenal, as Man United make the Champions League
Jimbo dives deep into the Premier League weekend with Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Seb Stafford-Bloor.Spurs lift themselves out of the relegation zone with a stunning victory at a mutinous Villa Park. This comes after West Ham take a beating at Brentford on SaturdayArsenal go 6 points clear at the top of the table, having played two games more, by thrashing Fulham 3-0 with Viktor Gyokeres hitting
Totally Extra: Tottenham’s trip to the Champions League final
Jimbo is joined by Dan Kilpatrick, Duncan Alexander and Daniel Storey to discuss Spurs' journey to the 2018-19 Champions League final.The season started with concern after the infamous summer of non-spending with Spurs making zero signings or departures despite Pochettino's remonstrations.What came next was a dizzying run of improbable European wins, late comebacks, Lucas Moura hat-tricks and an u
Advantage Arsenal against Atleti? Was PSG Bayern too good? Can Spurs catch the Hammers?
Jimbo is back on duty alongside Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare and Jack Lang to discuss Act One of the Champions League semi-finals and look ahead to this week’s Premier League action. PSG and Bayern produce a modern-day classic at the Parc des Princes, with the Parisians coming out 5-4 winners and setting up a mouth-watering second leg. Is this tie the REAL final? Meanwhile, it’s
Champions League semi-finals are here and a refereeing scandal in Italy
Jimbo is joined by the Euro crew of James Horncastle, Tom Williams, Pol Ballus and Seb Stafford-Bloor to look ahead to the Champions League semi-finals and discuss the latest football news from around the continent.It's down the last 4 in Europe's premier competition with PSG V Bayern the pick of the semi's on Tuesday, before Arsenal travel to Atletico Madrid on Wednesday.Italian football is in me
Chelsea book FA Cup final with City, as Arsenal + Spurs both win!
Matt Davies-Adams welcomes Daniel Storey, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Colin Millar into the pod to talk FA Cup and Premier League action.Calum McFarlane’s Chelsea see off Leeds 1-0 in the Sunday semi-final. Are they standing between Man City and a domestic treble?Arsenal go back 3 points clear at the top of the Premier League after a narrow and nervy win over Newcastle. Was it a performance that p
Chelsea sack Rosenior ahead of Leeds semi… and will goal difference decide the title?
Matt Davies-Adams is in the chair alongside Duncan Alexander, Benji Lanyado and Jay Harris as Chelsea say goodbye to another manager and Manchester City go top. Liam Rosenior is OUT at Chelsea after overseeing their worst run of form since 1912. Calum McFarlane takes interim charge for the rest of the campaign. Can he oversee a win against Leeds in the FA Cup this Sunday? Much better new
Bayern win Bundesliga, Sociedad win Copa Del Rey + is the title race back on in France?
Jimbo and the usual team of Seb Stafford-Bloor, Pol Ballus, James Horncastle and Tom Williams are back to discuss what’s been going on in the continent. Bayern Munich are German champions for a 35th time. A 4-2 win over Stuttgart secures the title after second-placed Dortmund lose 2-1 to Hoffenheim. Is this the first of an incredible treble for Vincent Kompany’s men this season? In Spain
City edge colossal clash with Arsenal as last-gasp Liverpool win the derby
Jimbo welcomes Daniel Storey, Tom Williams and Liam Twomey onto the pod after the top two tussle lives up to the hype.Erling Haaland scores the winner at the Etihad to bring Man City to within 3 points of Arsenal with a game in hand. Is Pep heading towards a 5th title in 6 seasons?Is the race for the top 5 over? Liverpool win the first ever Hill Dickinson Merseyside derby with a 100th minute goal
Gigi Buffon meets Jimbo and Horncastle (in Italian)
To watch this interview with English subtitles, visit our YouTube channel https://youtu.be/tJ-SrWspVpU Jimbo and James Horncastle welcome World Cup winner and the record appearance maker in Serie A and for the Azzurri, the one and only Gianluigi Buffon.We discuss Gigi’s new memoir Saved and his recollections of his extraordinary 28-year career. From debuting with Parma at 17, to silverware ga
Will Man City v Arsenal live up to the hype? Like Bayern v Real?!
Jimbo sits down with Duncan Alexander, Mark Carey and JJ Bull to discuss a bonkers night of Champions League football in Munich, and a not-so-bonkers evening in North London. Both Arsenal and Bayern are through to the semi-finals of the Champions League. The Bavarians playing out a 4-3 thriller with Real Madrid, winning the tie 6-4 on aggregate to set up a semi-final against PSG. Will that ti
Where are Liverpool going and where is Iraola going?
Jimbo is joined by Charlie Eccleshare, Colin Millar & Liam Tharme in the Totally studios to discuss Tuesday night's Champions League quarter-finals.No remontée at Anfield for Liverpool who lose 2-0 to PSG courtesy of two Dembele goals to make it 4-0 on aggregate and book their place in the semis. What next for Liverpool and Slot?In Madrid, Barca run Atleti close winning 2-1 on the night but lo
Can Barca stage a remontada and will Bayern finish off Real?
Jimbo is once again alongside Seb Stafford-Bloor, Pol Ballus, James Horncastle and Tom Williams to discuss all things European football. Barcelona beat local rivals Espanyol 4-1 to go nine points clear at the top of La Liga after Real Madrid stumble to a 1-1 draw with Girona. How might all this affect this week’s Champions League Quarter Final second legs? There’s no game to impact PSG,
City take advantage of Arsenal stumble as Spurs slip into the drop zone
Jimbo, Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Matt Davies-Adams are in the studio after another pivotal Premier League weekend.Man City close the gap to 6 points in the title race, with a game in hand, after an impressive 3-0 victory at Stamford Bridge. Are Pep’s players motoring towards a domestic treble?City host leaders Arsenal next Sunday, who suffer a shock home defeat to Bournemouth, their 3rd loss i
Liverpool outclassed by PSG, Pep v Rosenior + the dawn of De Zerbi
Jimbo welcomes Charlie Eccleshare, Mark Carey and Dan Kilpatrick into the studio to reflect on Wednesday night's Champions League Quarter Final action, as well as look ahead to the return of the Premier League. Paris Saint-Germain comfortably dispatch Liverpool 2-0 in the first leg in France, but will they rue their missed chances next week at Anfield? Or will it just be more of the same from
Bayern make a statement in Madrid as Arsenal get back to winning ways
Jimbo is joined by Art De Roché, Liam Twomey and Daniel Storey to discuss Tuesday night's Champions League action.Bayern beat Real Madrid 2-1 in an end to end encounter at the Bernabéu. It could have been more for Bayern and yet Mbappe could have got a hat-trick too, with both teams racking up 20 shots each. Are Bayern the team to beat? Is Harry Kane the best in the world?Meanwhile in Lisbon, Arse
Champions League quarters are here + is Yamal the best in the world?
The Euro Show is back with Jimbo joined by the usual team of Seb Stafford-Bloor, Pol Ballus, James Horncastle and Tom Williams to discuss what’s going on in the continent. A stoppage time winner for Mallorca against Real Madrid means Barcelona are seven points clear at the top of La Liga, after they came from behind to win 2-1 at Atletico. In Italy, there’s a statement win at the top for
Arsenal stunned by Saints as Liverpool get stuffed by City
Jimbo, Daniel Storey and Tom Williams reflect on a captivating FA Cup quarter-final weekend.It’s back-to-back defeats for Arsenal, overcome by a sensational Southampton from the Championship on Saturday. With their trophy hopes halved in the last two matches, is this the start of a dramatic collapse for the Gunners?Can the same question be asked of Liverpool, who are thrashed 4-0 by Man City, with
Totally Extra: Liverpool 4-3 Newcastle, 30 years on
Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare and George Caulkin to open up the Totally Extra almanac to exactly 30 years ago, on the Liverpool 4-3 Newcastle page.The Magpies were the great entertainers with the exuberant Kevin Keegan at the helm and much of the country pulling for them to take the title. Their title challengers Man Utd had famously been told by Alan Hansen they couldn't
Italy’s heartbreak, Potter’s redemption - and City v Liverpool in the FA Cup
Jimbo is back in the chair and joined by Duncan Alexander, Adrian Clarke, Natalie Gedra, with special guest Frida Fagerlund as the final six teams to play at this year’s World Cup are confirmed.It’s disaster yet again for Italy after penalty heartbreak in Bosnia & Herzegovina. The Azzurri become the first ever former winners to miss three World Cups in a row. Where do they go from here?There’s
Is De Zerbi Spurs' saviour? Can Italy end their World Cup curse?
Matt Davies-Adams takes the hotseat alongside Daniel Storey, Tom Williams, Duncan Alexander, Felipe Cardenas and Dan Kilpatrick as Tottenham say goodbye to another manager. Igor Tudor is shown the door by Spurs after just seven games in charge. The club are pushing to make former Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi his replacement, but is he what they need right now? Boos at Wembley for
Totally Extra: When Leicester were kings of England
Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, Rob Tanner and Jordan Halford to open up the Totally Extra Almanac in 2016 and celebrate Leicester's historic Premier League title, 10 years on. From the sacking of Pearson and battling relegation to Richard III, Ranieri, pizzas and Bocelli - the Leicester title story had it all.Underpinning Leicester's success was excellent investment with Vardy, Mahrez a
Italy’s World Cup dream still alive but it’s Home Nations heartbreak
Jimbo has a stellar cast of James Horncastle, Tom Williams, Colin Millar and Matt Davies-Adams to react to the World Cup play-off semi-finals.It’s a heartbreaking night for the home nations with Wales and the Republic of Ireland eliminated on penalties. And a brave young Northern Ireland side are beaten 2-0 in Bergamo by Italy. Are the Azzurri finally set to qualify for another World Cup?Jack Lang
Real win the derby and can Italy finally qualify for a World Cup again?
Jimbo reconvenes with Seb Stafford-Bloor, Pol Ballus, James Horncastle and Tom Williams to once again discuss all things European Football.Vinicius Jr is the matchwinner as ten-man Real Madrid beat Atletico 3-2 at the Bernabeu, but Barcelona are still the team to beat after a 1-0 win over Rayo Vallecano keeps them four points clear.In Italy, Inter’s stuttering form continues with a 1-1 draw at Fio
City cruise past Arsenal at Wembley as Forest win big at Spurs
Jimbo has Tim Spiers, Jay Harris and Luis Miguel Echegaray for company as the first silverware of the season in England is handed out.It’s Manchester City who claim the Carabao Cup thanks to a brace from Nico O’Reilly. What happened to league leaders Arsenal? And did Mikel Arteta make a mistake by starting Kepa?It was a cup final atmosphere elsewhere in North London but it was Forest who took home
Newcastle blitzed by Barca as Arsenal + Man City do battle at Wembley
Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare and Mark Carey into the studio to discuss another busy night of Champions League football and look ahead to the first domestic trophy of the season.Newcastle are dismantled by Barcelona in the second half at Camp Nou, conceding four goals to lose 7-2 on the night and 8-3 on aggregate. That sets up an all-Spanish quarter final against Atletico Mad
Chelsea humbled, City swept aside but Eze blasts Arsenal through
Jimbo is joined by Charlie Eccleshare, Liam Twomey and Jay Harris to discuss last night's Champions League action.Eze and Rice open up Leverkusen's stoic defence to earn a quarter final with Sporting Club de Portugal. That after Sporting completed a miraculous comeback against Bodo, winning 3-0 to make it 3-3 on aggregate, before scoring two in extra time to turn the tie around.City and Chelsea's
Will the Premier League strike back in the Champions League? Plus THAT Guler goal
Jimbo is joined by Seb Stafford-Bloor, Pol Ballus, James Horncastle and Tom Williams to look back on the weekend’s European action, as well as discuss those crucial Last 16 second legs in the Champions League.Real Madrid go into their return trip to Manchester City having beaten Elche 4-1, with Arda Guler scoring from inside his own half, but Barcelona are still four points clear after a Raphinha
Richarlison rescues Spurs at Anfield as Dowman delivers for Arsenal
Jimbo has Duncan Alexander, Tim Spiers and Adrian Clarke for company after what felt like a massive Matchday 30 in the Premier League.Arsenal leave it late to beat Everton but do so with 16-year-old Max Dowman becoming the youngest scorer in Premier League history. Is that an iconic moment that will drive the Gunners towards the title? They’re now 9 points clear of Man City who draw 1-1 at West Ha
PSG pummel Chelsea as Real rock City - will Pep’s men slip up at West Ham?
James is joined by Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Benji Lanyado after another underwhelming night in the Champions League for English sides.Federico Valverde scored a first half hattrick as Real Madrid stunned Manchester City 3-0 in the Bernabéu, while Chelsea imploded in the final 15 minutes to lose 5-2 at PSG. Kai Havertz got Arsenal out of jail against his former club by scoring a cont
Is time up for Tudor at Tottenham after Kinsky chaos in Madrid?
James is joined by Duncan Alexander, Dan Kilpatrick and Natalie Gedra to discuss Tuesday night's Champions League action.Spurs' capitulation goes nuclear in Madrid with Igor Tudor giving keeper Antonín Kinský his Champions League debut, only for him to concede 3 in 15 minutes and get subbed off, with Spurs going on to lose 5-2 to Atletico. What next for the North London club in freefall?Liver
Champions League last 16 is here & are the title races back on in France and Italy?
Jimbo is joined by Seb Stafford-Bloor, Pol Ballus, James Horncastle and Tom Williams to discuss all matters European football.The Champions League last 16 is here with Real Madrid v Man City, Newcastle v Barca, PSG v Chelsea and much more to look forward to.In Italy, Milan kept their title hopes alive with a 1-0 win over Inter as Atalanta get ready to face Bayern. And in France, the title race is
Chelsea survive Wrexham, Sunday shocks + Spurs in crisis
Jimbo has Daniel Storey, Liam Twomey and Colin Millar for company on FA Cup 5th round weekend.The favourites make it through on Saturday with Max Dowman dazzling for Arsenal and Pep Guardiola raging for Man City. The tie of the round sees Chelsea just about fend off Wrexham in a classic at the Racecourse Ground.Sunday was upset central, with League One’s bottom side Port Vale knocking out Premier
Totally Tomori: James Horncastle meets Fikayo in Milan
The Totally Football Show European Edition's James Horncastle heads to Milan to talk to Rossoneri and England defender Fikayo Tomori.Hear more about life at San Siro, the Milan derby atmosphere, the toughest opponents to play against in Serie A and what it's like to share a workplace with Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Paolo Maldini.You can read James's piece on The Athletic here: https://www.nytimes.com/
Arsenal take control of the title race as Forest & West Ham boost survival hopes
Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander, Jack Lang and Art De Roché into the studio after what felt like a pivotal night in the Premier League.Art was at the Amex to see Arsenal earn a 1-0 win that earned the wrath of Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler. And more importantly took the Gunners 7 points clear of Man City. Pep Guardiola’s side still have a game in hand but threw away the lead twice against Nottingh
Liverpool lose late again at Wolves - could Everton reach the Champions League?
James is joined in the Totally studio by Duncan Alexander, Jay Harris and Tim Spiers to discuss the midweek Premier League action.Wolves shocked the champions Liverpool with Andre scoring a 94th minute winner and Rob Edwards sprinting down the touchline for the second time in 4 days.Both Everton and Sunderland kept their European push going with wins against relegation battlers Burnley and Leeds.A
Yamal's first hat-trick, big derby win for Marseille and Bayern go clear
Jimbo is joined by Pol Ballus, James Horncastle, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Tom Williams to discuss the latest football around the continent.In Germany, Bayern leave it late to beat Dortmund and all but end the Bundesliga title race. In Spain, Lamine Yamal's first hat-trick puts pressure on Madrid who are yet to play.Meanwhile, the Olympico derby in France didn't disappoint with Marseille coming back
Arsenal overcome Chelsea as Tudor loses his first two at Tottenham
Jimbo, Daniel Storey, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Matt Davies-Adams react to another pulsating Premier League weekend.Arsenal edged past Chelsea 2-1 with all the goals in the game coming from corners, responding to a Haaland-less Man City winning at Leeds. A nervy finish at the Emirates, as the Gunners go 5 points clear having played a game more.North London neighbours Tottenham are beaten again under
