The England Pod
A show for England football fans, by England fans. Ali Maxwell, George Elek and David Walker have all travelled across continents to watch England play, and loved covering the team during Euro 2024. The England Pod believes that supporting England should be fun, and this show sets out to make it a reality for the millions of English football fans. Expect passion, humour, and plenty of debates about squad selection. The England Pod will cover the England Mens Senior Team, the Lionesses and the England Under-21s, with match recaps, tournament previews and balanced discussion of key issues. There will also be interviews, retrospectives, and more.
Episodes
England 3-0 Costa Rica & The England Pod lands in the USA for World Cup kick-off
Ali and George record from New Jersey, discussing England's 3-0 win over Costa Rica and the biggest selection questions facing Thomas Tuchel. Plus: Mexico beat South Africa in the opening game of the tournament in the midst of three red cards, and we outline our plans for the next few weeks as we follow England's World Cup journey from the USA.
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England World Cup Preview: Hope, Fear and Belief
We're on our way.
Ali Maxwell is joined by James Allcott for one big England-specific preview before the tournament begins. From Thomas Tuchel's impact and the emergence of Elliot Anderson & Nico O'Reilly and the growing sense that this England team might just have something special, the pair discuss all the reasons for optimism heading into the summer.
But it wouldn't be England without a hea
Predicting the World Cup knockouts! Will England be world champions?
Dave, Ali & George predict the World Cup knockout stage, ending with a final and a World Champions prediction. How will England get on after winning Group L?
Worth listening to Parts One & Two first for the context around our knockout bracket.
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Two XIs, one goal: reacting to England’s 1-0 win vs New Zealand
England's final World Cup warm-up ends with a win, and perhaps most importantly: no injuries.
Ali Maxwell and George Elek react to England's 1-0 victory over New Zealand in Florida, where Harry Kane's 79th England goal settled a game that saw Thomas Tuchel give minutes to two entirely different XIs across the two halves.
They discuss the performances of Marcus Rashford, Djed Spence and Elliot An
England's biggest defeat in 17 years - Lionesses hammered 4-0 by Spain
A sobering night for the Lionesses and it looks like England will have to go through a tricky play-off stage to qualify for World Cup 2027, following a humbling 0-4 defeat in Spain. Robyn Cowen & Kathryn Batte pick through it.
They discuss whether Spain were too good for England and why Serena Wiegman's side struggled both in and out of possession. Plus: what now needs to happen against Ukraine —
Predicting the whole World Cup: Groups F-A
Dave, Ali & George predict the WHOLE World Cup, group by group and all knockout games. In Part Two, we work backwards from Group F to Group A, including predictions for Germany, Netherlands, Sweden, USA, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Morocco, Scotland, Turkey and many more.
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Predicting the whole World Cup: Groups L-G
Dave, Ali & George predict the WHOLE World Cup, group by group and all knockout games. In Part One, we work backwards from Group L (England's group) and also take in Group K, J, I, H, G - including tournament favourites Spain, France and other well-fancied sides Argentina and Portugal.
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World Cup Betting Preview
Ali, George and special guest Nick Goff make betting picks ahead of the World Cup, starting with Outright and Golden Boot markets and expanding into a group of teams they want to get with and get against.
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One Point From The World Cup: Lionesses vs Spain Preview
Spain again. The Lionesses head to Spain knowing a point would be enough to secure automatic qualification for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil. Standing in their way is the team they've become most familiar with over the last few years.
Robyn Cowen is joined by Kathryn Batte - they discuss the fitness concerns around Lauren James and Lucy Bronze, whether Ella Toone is ready to start, the challenge
What is Thomas Tuchel’s tactical plan for England at the World Cup?
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What does Thomas Tuchel actually want England to look like? Ali sits down with Dave to break down the tactical identity of Tuchel’s England after 12 games, 27 goals, and 15 months of experimentation.
Why do England build so heavily down the right? We go th
Red Hot Permutations Chat - England's pathway to World Cup glory
Ali, George and Dave have crunched the numbers, made the spreadsheets, and have worked out the pathway to glory/despair. If England are going to win the World Cup this is who we'll play along the way, whether that be finishing 1st, 2nd or even 3rd in our group. (Spoiler alert: we really want to win the group this time)
If that wasn't nerdy enough for you there's also an attempt to predict which
Tuchel explains his squad
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Ali and Dave were at Wembley to hear Thomas Tuchel explain the thought process behind his 26-man World Cup squad.
Why Toney? Why no Palmer? Why Madueke? Why no Maguire? Where's Wharton?!
We deliver our view on the big calls and assess how we're feeling now th
Palmer, Maguire, Wharton OUT & Toney IN? - Early squad news reaction
Thomas Tuchel will announce his 26-man squad for the World Cup on Friday morning but inevitably there have been leaks and it seems the big news is no place on the plane for Cole Palmer, Phil Foden, Harry Maguire or Adam Wharton, while it seems that Ivan Toney has made it
George and Dave react to the early news of the squad before we attend Tuchel's press conference on Friday
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Picking our 26-man England squad - who makes the plane?
Ahead of Thomas Tuchel announcing his 26-man England squad this week, George and Dave reveal the players they would select if they were in the hot seat
Ali also has a go predicting who he thinks will make the plane come what Friday
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The Summer of Love with John Murray
George and Dave are joined by BBC Radio 5 Live's John Murray to reflect and reminisce on the 2018 World Cup in Russia and how Gareth Southgate's side got everyone feeling good about England again.
From Kane's last gasp winner against Tunisia, hitting Panama for six, the penalty shootout heroics against Colombia, slabhead vs Sweden, and that Trippier free-kick against Croatia, it was a summer full
Thomas Tuchel's greatest fears
Five weeks to go until the World Cup, and two weeks before the squad sis selected. Ali, George and Dave discuss:
Have Ben White and Myles Lewis-Skelly played themselves onto the plane in recent weeks with Arsenal?
What would you ask Tuchel if you had one question and were guaranteed the truth?
And how do you keen a group of young men entertained while in a camp setting for 8 weeks?
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Why Morgan Rogers deserves to start ahead of Jude Bellingham
Ali, George and Dave tackle some tough questions:
What would success look like at this World Cup?
Would you feel more confident about the summer if Gareth Southgate was still manager than you actually do right now?
Why is such a big discussion around Bellingham v Rogers in Tuchel's #10 position?
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England's concerning injury situation & current clamour rankings
Is it a crisis? Ali, Dave and George meet to chat about injuries to England players, heat & fatigue at the World Cup, and discuss who is current top of the clamour list - HE HAS TO BE ON THE PLANE!
Go well.
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Simulating the World Cup - how deep do England go?
Dave and George gathered on Thursday night with a simple premise: Dave simulates the result of every game at the World Cup and George tells us what happened in them (just for England games, we're not mad)
Listen and find out whether it's glory, heartbreak or a big load of nothing for Thomas Tuchel's lads across the pond
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Russo & Hampton star as England edge past Iceland
Robyn Cowen and Kathryn Batt reflect on England's 1-0 win in their Women's World Cup qualifier against Iceland, which made it four wins from four in their group.
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Russo defies logic as England beat Spain
Robyn and Kathryn delight in England's massive World Cup qualifier victory over Spain and Alessia Russo's latest moment of quality. Then they look ahead to Saturday's match against Iceland, with England looking to strengthen their position in the group.
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England face Spain in crunch qualifier & who is Erica Meg Parkinson?
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's women's football reporter Kathryn Batte and David Walker gather to look ahead to big world cup qualifiers for the Lionesses. They take on Spain at Wembley on Tuesday before heading to Iceland on Saturday, with the fitness of captain Leah Williamson and what the defence would look like without her among the main talking points ahead of the crunch ties.
Should we take Max Dowman to the World Cup?
George and Ali sat down to talk about Max Dowman. George is somewhat starstruck after Dowman's performance vs Southampton in the Cup. Ali is being a bit of a bore and trying to put the brakes on the hype to some extent. Either way, it's a conversation worth listening to, let us know what you think. Ali also provides a youth team update from the March camp.
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England Booed Off in Japan Defeat, Tuchel’s Experiment Falls Flat
England lose 1-0 to Japan at Wembley to round off a strange, experimental camp. It was rubbish to watch. How much does it matter?
Ali, Dave and George dig into a disjointed attacking setup, a tough night for Phil Foden and Cole Palmer, and what this means (if anything) for the World Cup pecking order under Thomas Tuchel.
Plus: are we overreacting, underreacting, or just reacting to games that d
Who starts vs Japan and does it even matter?
Ali and Dave gather to reflect on the 48 hours of reaction since the Uruguay friendly and to look ahead to the Japan game on Tuesday
Who gets the right wing spot now there's no Saka - Bowen or Palmer? Is this the most important game of Morgan Rogers' career so far? Is "mini Valverde" James Garner primed to start again in Rice's absence? Will Tuchel throw a curveball and play Ezri Konsa at right-b
Tuchel’s World Cup auditions: England face Bielsa's Uruguay
Ali, George and Dave preview England's game against Uruguay - a friendly with huge World Cup significance.
The return of Ben White & Trent Alexander-Arnold’s continued absence
Tuchel’s strict positional thinking and why versatility might not matter
Cole Palmer vs Phil Foden
Predicted XI and the key battles all over the pitch
New kit chat
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Trent & Watkins out: Tuchel tears up script with 35-man squad
Thomas Tuchel's bold approach to England’s March friendlies caught us all by surprise. Ali and Dave were at Wembley to ask him some questions and react to:
Tuchel’s unprecedented “two-squad” approach
The headline omissions: no Trent Alexander-Arnold, no Ollie Watkins
Surprise inclusions, including James Garner
The “Hunger Games” feel of the Uruguay match
A potential
Trent? Mainoo? Dowman? Tuchel’s final World Cup audition
Ali, George and Dave are back together ahead of Thomas Tuchel’s latest England squad announcement. With the World Cup fast approaching, this feels like a last chance saloon for a number of players.
The Trent Alexander-Arnold conundrum: is it now or never?
Harry Maguire, the defence and whether experience could trump form
The hype around Max Dowman
Big calls in attack: Foden,
Colombia, 2018: World Cup Memories with Henry Winter
Ali & George mine the World Cup memories of Henry Winter, part three: England 1-1 Colombia, England win 4-3 on penalties.
Catharsis. Nostalgia. Enjoy!
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Brazil, 2002: World Cup Memories with Henry Winter
Ali & George mine the World Cup memories of Henry Winter, award-winning sports journalist and someone that has covered England as closely as anyone for the last three decades. Here's part two: Brazil 2-1 England
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Bronze, Stanway & Hampton shine as England start well in World Cup qualifying
England's Lionesses began their World Cup qualifying campaign with two wins, beating Ukraine 6-1 and Iceland 2-0.
Robyn Cowen and Kathryn Batte assess:
- Georgia Stanway’s impressive camp
- The performances Hannah Hampton and Lucy Bronze
- Serena Wiegman’s squad rotation
- England’s position in the group alongside Spain
- The impact of injuries
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Argentina, 1998: World Cup Memories with Henry Winter
Ali & George mine the memories of Henry Winter, award-winning sports journalist and someone that has covered England as closely as anyone for the last three decades.
It's a simple question: what are the most memorable World Cup games Henry has covered, and why?
Here's part one: England 2-2 Argentina (Argentina win 4-3 on penalties)
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Who will Wiegman start vs Ukraine & Iceland? Plus Mary Earps’ Latest Interview
Robyn Cowen & Kathryn Batte convene for a preview of the Lionesses' upcoming camp, including games against Ukraine and Iceland.
There's a new left back in the squad, and there's some Maya Le Tissier clamour. There's excitement about the form of the front line, and hope that the backline will look watertight. And Kathryn discusses her recent interview with Mary Earps.
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Tuchel until 2028, the mystery of England's left side & Manchester United's Maguire, Shaw, Mainoo & Mount in for March?
Dave, George and Ali gather to discuss:
- Thomas Tuchel's contract extension: does this make us feel safe or scared?
- England's starting XI pressure points: left back, left wing and #10
- Manchester United are in form, could that spell a return for Luke Shaw, Harry Maguire, Kobbie Mainoo or Mason Mount?
All England, all the time. Go well!
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Mane, Alleyne, Cresswell - Three England breakout stars of 2026
Ali, George and Dave each pick an young England hopeful that they think are on the cusp of a breakout season and could find themselves in the senior squad before the year is out.
George has opted for Wolves' Mateus Mané, Dave has gone for Man City CB and short-lived Watford loanee Max Alleyne, and for Ali it's Toulouse's Charlie Cresswell.
All England, all the time. Go well!
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England's World Cup Wildcards
Ali, George and Dave get together to discuss a great phenomenon: the wildcard.
Looking back at some famous wildcard selections from history, some that are less easily remembered, and putting forward one name each that could be considered a wildcard call-up to Thomas Tuchel's squad for this summer's World Cup.
We'd love to hear about ones from history that we missed, and your own bold wildcard p
Hopes and fears for 2026, and reflecting on one year of Tuchel
It's been one year since Thomas Tuchel officially became England manager, so Ali, George and Dave have gathered to reflect on that 12 months and take stock of where we're at.
We also look ahead with some of our hopes and indeed fears for what could be a seismic year for Tuchel and the lads in 2026
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Selecting our World Cup squads, six months out
Ali, Dave and George get together and unveil their own 26-player England squads for the World Cup in six months time.
Who will stay true to Thomas Tuchel's way of thinking, and who will go rogue?
Who are the major omissions, and who are the wild cards picks?
We all have our own opinions, and it's always a worthy exercise to actually force yourself to make the final decisions!
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England fans are being priced out of the World Cup and it's a disgrace
Dave and George gather to vent their frustrations at the predictably ludicrous ticket prices that have been announced for the England supporters club ahead of next summer's World Cup.
With loyal fans being asked to pay more than $200 for the worst seats at a group game, let alone several thousands for the later rounds, how many fans can we expect to see cheering on Thomas Tuchel's side in Dallas
Croatia, Panama, Ghana - underwhelming? tricky? bit of both?
Ali, George and Dave react to England being drawn in World Cup Group L to face Croatia, Panama and Ghana in Dallas, Boston and New Jersey.
Technically one of the tougher draws we could have got on paper but should we really be worried?
Should we be more concerned about the amount of travel, the heat, and where on earth are Tuchel's squad going to be based out there?
There's also reflection on a
Kendall impresses again as Lionesses round off 2025 with wins over China & Ghana
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker reflect on England's two friendlies which saw them beat China 8-0 and Ghana 2-0. The player who grabbed the headlines in the latter game was Aston Villa's Lucia Kendall who scored her first goal for the Lionesses and was singled out for praise by Sarina Wiegman.
There's also reflection on a sometimes turbulent but ultima
England’s Dream & Nightmare World Cup Draw
Ali, George and Dave preview Friday's 2026 World Cup draw.
What are the easiest, hardest, most fun or most boring possible draws?
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Lionesses set to face China & Ghana, and Mary Earps fallout continues
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker look ahead to England's upcoming friendlies against China and Ghana - who will get the nod in goal with Hannah Hampton out injured? Will we see Sarina give any more debuts to the new faces in the squad?
There's also reflection on all the drama around Mary Earps' recent autobiography and her account of what lead to her de
England's record-breaking qualifying campaign ends with 2-0 win in Albania
George and Ali discuss Albania 0-2 England.
Plenty of rotation and tactical experiment to discuss, as well as some more Jude Bellingham-themed headlines.
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Saka & Eze goals, Bellingham & Foden stake their claim, O'Reilly slots in nicely
Ali, George and Dave are at Wembley reacting to England's 2-0 win over Serbia, in a game that saw a pair of lovely goals from Saka and Eze, Bellingham return to an enthusiastic welcome from the crowd, Foden grab an assist off the bench, and Nico O'Reilly putting in an assured debut performance at left-back
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Bellingham & Foden are back, Welbeck misses out, Alex Scott gets first call up
Fresh from being at Wembley for Thomas Tuchel's press conference, Ali and Dave react to the news of Alex Scott getting his first call up, Adam Wharton being brought back into the fold, the omission of Ollie Watkins and the decision to overlook in-form Danny Welbeck, plus the notable returns of Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden
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Should Danny Welbeck be called up? & U17 World Cup Preview
Dave, Ali and George discuss whether Danny Welbeck should be included in Thomas Tuchel's England squad later this week.
We then preview England's U17 World Cup campaign which starts on Tuesday and is being broadcast on ITV 4. Ali breaks down the squad by position, and then the lads look back at the 2017 U17 World Cup winning England team and ask: Where Are They Now?
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Agyemang injury overshadows Lionesses break
Kathryn Batte and Robyn Cowen reflect on England's win against Australia and defeat against Brazil, touching on:
- Michelle Agyemang's injury
- Lucy Bronze's longevity
- Aggie Beever-Jones and Maya Le Tissier's good performances
- Sarina Weigman giving debuts to Taylor Hinds, Lucia Kendall, Khiara Keating
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Lionesses face Brazil and take first steps on road to World Cup
The BBC's Robyn Cowen is joined by the Telegraph's women's football reporter Kathryn Batte, and David Walker for a look ahead to the Lionesses games against Brazil and Australia as they make the first steps on the road to the 2027 World Cup with a number of new faces in the squad...
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England qualify for the World Cup after hammering Latvia
Ali and Dave react to England's 5-0 win away in Latvia, a win that means Thomas Tuchel's side have officially sealed their place in next summer's world cup
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England blitz Wales but Tuchel's unhappy with fans
Ali, George and Dave reflect on England's 3-0 win over Wales at Wembley, a great follow up to the win in Serbia. We also react to Thomas Tuchel's strong words about the Wembley atmosphere.
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Tuchel keeps it consistent and there's no space for Bellingham or Foden
Fresh from speaking to Thomas Tuchel at Wembley, Ali and Dave react to the latest England squad for the games against Wales and Latvia.
The big headline is no return for Bellingham, Foden or Grealish as Tuchel looks to stick with the players who played so well last time out in Serbia.
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Nwaneri the star for U21s, Dowman & Ngumoha on the rise, U17 Kavuma-McQueen looks electric!
Ali Maxwell breaks down the results and key personnel from England's youth teams in the September international break:
- 9W 1D 1L across five teams
- New look U21s win in Kazakhstan
- U19s packed with stars playing well above age group (Dowman, Ngumoha)
- U18s prepare for the U17 World Cup in November
- U17s win 7-5 vs Germany, starring Ryan Kavuma-McQueen!
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Trent, Rogers and Rashford in danger? Picking Tuchel's World Cup squad nine months out
With just under nine months to go until the 2026 World Cup, Ali, George and Dave attempt to look into the future and second-guess the decisions Thomas Tuchel will make when picking his final 23 (or maybe 26) man squad
Should the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Morgan Rogers and Marcus Rashford be worried? Will Jordan Henderson really get a seat on the plane? Will Phil Foden remind everyone this
That's more like it! England put five past Serbia in Belgrade
Ali, George and Dave react to England's 5-0 win over Serbia in Belgrade, with positives everywhere you look and by far the most convincing performance of the Tuchel era so far. Come on England!
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Anderson the bright spark as England labour against Andorra
Ali and George reflect on England's 2-0 win over Andorra at Villa Park, it was an all-too-familiar display but there was a big positive in the performance from debutant Elliot Anderson. The lads also look ahead to what should be England's toughest game of the qualifiers away to Serbia on Tuesday.
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Trent out, no Grealish, Wharton in, first call ups for Anderson & Spence
Fresh from speaking to Thomas Tuchel at Wembley, Ali and Dave react to the squad announcement for the upcoming games against Andorra and Serbia
First call ups for Elliot Anderson and Djed Spence, a return for Adam Wharton, while the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Jack Grealish , Kyle Walker and Curtis Jones miss out...
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Eze, Rashford, Trafford, Grealish, Guehi - the transfers that impact Tuchel's World Cup plans
Ali, George, and Dave sit down for the first England pod of the 2025/26 season and have a look at the transfers involving Eberechi Eze, Marcus Rashford, James Trafford, Jack Grealish, Marc Guehi, Noni Madueke, and many more besides that could all have significant impact on Thomas Tuchel's plans as he builds towards the World Cup next summer.
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What next for the Lionesses? Looking ahead to the 2027 World Cup in Brazil
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte and David Walker convene for one last time this summer now that we've had time to process the remarkable events at the Euros and the celebrations that followed
We have an early look ahead to the World Cup in two years time, how many of the current squad will be there? And are there any players waiting to burst through in the next few seas
England go back-to-back and retain their Euros crown
The England Pod's David Walker and Ali Maxwell are joined by the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte to reflect and rejoice in the Lionesses winning the Euros in dramatic fashion, beating world champions Spain on penalties.
Chloe Kelly, Hannah Hampton, Lucy Bronze and her fractured tibia, Russo, Agyemang, Jess Carter, and Dame Sarina Wiegman, so many amazing individual stories to talk about from this triu
How do England beat Spain in the Euros final?
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker gather for one last preview pod ahead of the Euro 2025 final between England and Spain. What can Sarina Wiegman do to combat the threat of world champions Spain? Will the subs be the difference again?
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Agyemang and Kelly send England to another final
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker gather the morning after the night before which saw the Lionesses once again save themselves right at the death thanks to goals from Michelle Agyemang and a 119th minute penalty from Chloe Kelly.
England are in the final of the Euros! One more!
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Underdogs Italy stand between England and another final
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker look ahead to England's semi-final with Italy that will take place on Tuesday night. The expectation is with England but what sort of condition will they be in after that bruising encounter with Sweden? Will we see Sarina make any changes or stick to an unchanged line-up for the fourth game in a row?
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Proper England! Lionesses survive incredible quarter-final with Sweden
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker react to England's incredible comeback triumph over Sweden in an absolutely remarkable quarter-final.
Bruised and battered, seemingly beaten multiple times, it was truly one for the ages, but the Lionesses and the England Pod march on to the semi-final.
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Can England see off revenge seeking Sweden in the quarter-finals?
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte and David Walker preview England's quarter-final with Sweden. Alessia Russo's backheel in Euro 2022 is still fresh in the minds of the Swedes but do they have it in them to get past Sarina Wiegman's side this time?
Will this be a game where England's new look defence is really put to the test? Will our quality going forward be too much fo
England make light work of the Welsh and march into quarter-final with Sweden
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker reflect on England's 6-1 victory over Wales on Sunday night. A result which saw them finish 2nd in Group D and set up a quarter-final with Sweden.
Six different goalscorers, impressive performances from Toone, Stanway, Walsh, Russo and well, everyone really, including impact from the bench in Mead and Beever-Jones. Is i
Routine win or tricky encounter? England v Wales preview
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte and David Walker look ahead to England's final group game as they face Wales on Sunday in St Gallen
Will Sarina keep the same team that put the Netherlands to the sword? Will she take the opportunity to freshen things up if England pull clear with time to spare? And just how tricky a challenge will this be against a motivated Wales side w
England thrash the Dutch with Lauren James at the double
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte and David Walker reflect and rejoice over England's brilliant performance and win against the Netherlands.
Two goals from Lauren James, and one each from Georgia Stanway and Ella Toone eased the pressure on the Lionesses.
We look at the crucial role Hannah Hampton played, the tactical switch in the back four, the performances of James,
England must beat the Netherlands - will Wiegman stick or twist?
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte and David Walker look ahead to England's crunch game against the Netherlands on Wednesday.
A defeat would almost certainly see us exit the tournament, a draw would leave it out of our hands, so what will Wiegman to do ensure we put in a better performance than we saw against France?
Will we see a change at left back? Could Lauren James
England lose to France in Euros opener
BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte and David Walker convene the morning after the night before to look at England's defeat to France in Zurich. A bad result and an even worse performance, what went wrong and where do England go from here?
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England face France in tricky opener - will Lauren James start?
BBC Commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte and David Walker look ahead to England's opening game of Euro 2025 against France
Will we see an unchanged line-up from the Jamaica warm-up friendly or will Wiegman risk Lauren James from the start? How concerned should we be about France given their record of disappointing in major tournaments?
And how much of England's chances rest on
Euro 2025 Preview: Are the Lionesses good enough to win it again?
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Robyn Cowen, David Walker and the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte preview Euro 2025 on the eve of the tournament kicking off in Switzerland
Sarina Weigman's England will be looking to repeat their success from three y
England U21s win the Euros! Carsley's special sauce & a Jonathan Rowe winner
George Elek and Ali Maxwell hit record straight after full time to celebrate England Under 21s winning the Euros for the second time in a row with a 3-2 win in a remarkable, topsy-turvy final vs Germany. What a wonderful group of players, an absolute joy to watch, with a fantastic Head Coach.
We discuss the game, the key moments, Lee Carsley's quality and future, the star players and more.
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U21s are in the Euros final! England and Ali Maxwell see off the Dutch again
Lee Carsley's England Under 21s have reached the Euros final for the second tournament running after a brilliant performance and 2-1 win over the Netherlands
Ali was there in Bratislava to witness it all and he caught up with Dave shortly after the final whistle to revel in the glory and the sensational performances from Harvey Elliott, Elliot Anderson, Alex Scott, Omari Hutchinson, and the rest
U21s march into the Euros semi-final with 3-1 win against Spain
Dave and George revel in a glorious result and performance from Lee Carsley's England U21s as they comfortably beat Spain 3-1 to secure a place in the Euros semi-final
We'll face the Netherlands in the semi and that has got Ali Maxwell's mouth watering, he joins us briefly from poolside to speculate about a possible last minute trip out to Bratislava for the game on Wednesday
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Sleepy U21s caught napping but progress to face Spain in the quarters
Dave and George catch up the morning after Lee Carsley's England Under 21s suffered a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Germany in their final group game
A couple of early goals from the Germans saw Carsley ring the changes at half-time and saw a much improved second-half showing, with England Pod favourite Alex Scott getting on the scoresheet
We reflect on the performance, the group stage as a whole,
U19s Euros Preview with Head Coach Will Antwi
England are at the Under 19 Euros in Romania and have a tough group with Netherlands, Germany and Norway. Ali chats to Head Coach Will Antwi about his approach when managing this team of talented young players and trying to win.
Ali also takes a look at some of the exciting talent in the squad including Sunderland's Chris Rigg, Tottenham's Mikey Moore, Chelsea's Kiano Dyer and Crystal Palace's Je
U21s off and running at the Euros with 3-1 win vs Czechia
George and Ali savour an England win, 3-1 vs Czechia in their opening match of the U21 Euros as they look to defend their crown.
Harvey Elliott, JON ROWE! and Charlie Cresswell scored to make it a solid win, with plenty of positives and a few nagging vulnerabilities.
Lee Carsley's tactics and managerial outlook are discussed, as well as key performers Elliott Anderson, Tino Livramento and, off
Lee Carsley's on the pod ahead of the U21 Euros
George and Dave spent the day at St George's Park ahead of the upcoming U21 Euros and had the pleasure of sitting down with head coach Lee Carsley to look ahead to the tournament, get an insight into his coaching philosophy and how confident he is of repeating the triumph of 2023.
We were also joined by Ethan Nwaneri, Tino Livramento, James McAtee, CJ Egan-Riley, Tommy Simkin, Ronnie Edwards, Bro
Reacting to Tuchel's first defeat - England 1-3 Senegal
Ali and Dave react to Thomas Tuchel's first defeat as England manager after the 3-1 loss to Senegal at the City Ground
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