First Word in Sport

Luke & John sit down to chat all things Masters!! They discuss their favourite masters tournaments with their own personal memories along the way. They move on to discuss betting ideas & thoughts ahead of this weeks first golf major. X - 1stWordinSport Instagram -1stWordinSport https://substack.com/@johnknightstats Topics Introduction (00:01) Masters 2007 (04:40) Masters 2005 (15:48) Maste...

Luke chats to John about his history in betting and some stories about his betting. John is a Spurs fan and they discuss Tottenham's season along with Premier League thoughts. John Knight is on Substack X - 1stWordinSport Instagram - 1stWordinSport https://substack.com/@johnknightstats Topics John's background in betting (00:25) Golf betting stories, Adam Scott, Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spie...

Luke & James discuss the latest football news. Mohamed Salah announced he is leaving Liverpool, a legend of the PL. A round up of the UEFA World Cup qualifiers. Who will go down in the Premier League? A talk through Spurs, West Ham & Nottingham Forest squads and finances. X - 1stWordinSport Instagram - 1stWordinSport Topics Mohamed Salah & Liverpool players leaving on a free (00:02) Fo...

Luke & James discuss the latest football stories from the weekend. Arsenal quest for 4 trophies ends at the first hurdle with Man City winning the League Cup in impressive fashion. A massive weekend for Aston Villa in the Champions League race whilst at the bottom Nottingham Forest thump Spurs to move clear in the fight to stay in the Premier League. A round up of European Football & a loo...

Luke & James discuss the latest football news. Will Arsenal win their first trophy of a potential Quadruple? What to make of Tuchel 35 man squad for the upcoming friendlies. Is Messi the GOAT. 900 GOALS!!!!!!!!! Harry Kane & Mohammed Salah reach 50! A review of the midweek European football & a look ahead to the football this weekend. X - 1stWordinSport Topics Tuchel & England Squa...

Luke & James discuss the latest sports news from the weekend. France win a crazy 6 nations with tries galore. Wales finally won a game. England missed opportunity. Does the yellow card Sin Bin Law need changing? Kimi Antonelli makes history in China, first race win for an Italian in 20 years. Is it Formula 1 though? Cameron Young wins the Players, concerns over McIlroy and Scheffler. BDC wins...

Luke & James discuss the latest football news from the weekend's action. Have Arsenal won the title? City another poor result & performance. How is Slot still in a job? West Ham & Spurs gain valuable points. Gordon calls out pundits!! Talking points from other Premier League matches. Ashley Cole first manager's job in Italy. A Championship & European Round Up. A referee adm...

Luke & James discuss the latest football news with a comical statement by Omari Hutchinson!! A bad week for English sides in Europe with talking points over Saka, Lewis Hall & concussion debate in football. A look ahead to the Premier League fixtures, with Tudor still in charge at Spurs for how much longer?? X - 1stWordinSport Topics Champions League Reviews - Tuesday - Lewis Hall, Kinsky...

Luke & James discuss the latest sports news. India win the T20 World Cup with a dominant win against NZ. Italy stun England in Rome in the 6 nations whilst 3 teams can win the title on Saturday! George Russell wins the first race of the Formula 1 season in Melbourne. A round up of Golf, Darts, NFL, NBA, Tennis, Cycling. Cheltenham festival starts on Tuesday 10th March with 4 days of great raci...

Luke & James discuss the latest football news. Ugly scenes at the end of the Rangers v Celtic match, shocking end to a game in Brazil. Not a good look for football!! A look through the FA Cup matches and talking points and some thoughts on the upcoming European midweek football. Does a Shot Clock & a Sin Bin need to be introduced into football? They answer a viewers question at the end. X...

Luke & James discuss the latest football news from across the world. Spurs are in a relegation battle and could we see Igor Tudor been replaced? Arsenal aren't convincing, City drop more points whilst Liverpool lose at bottom of table Wolves. Villa continue with their recent struggles, Joao Pedro scores a hat-trick! Bruno Fernandes & Tonali are brilliant, Newcastle big win whilst Carrick h...

Luke & James discuss the latest sports news from across the globe. Shane Lowry falters in final 3 holes. The 6 Nations resumes, can Italy stun England in Rome? The T20 cricket World Cup reaches its conclusion with the Semi Finals taking place this midweek. A round up of Darts, Snooker, Horse Racing, NFL, NBA whilst the new season of Formula 1 returns with the first race in Melbourne on Sunday....

Luke & James discuss the latest football news from the weekend. Set Piece FC win from more corners whilst the standard of refereeing continues to be questioned. A roundup of European & Championship football. A look ahead to midweek football where there are some important games at top & bottom of Premier League. X - 1stWordinSport Topics Aston Villa struggles, Wolves on the rise (00:45)...

Luke & James discuss the latest football stories with a look back at the talking points from the midweek Champions League. Bodø/Glimt amazing story. They look ahead to the Premier League this weekend and a look at the potential England World Cup squad. X - 1stWordinSport Topics Everton v Man Utd thoughts & corners discussion (00:21) Championship News (07:04) Champions League discussion, VA...

Luke & James discuss the latest sports news from across the world. Jon Rahm currently unavailable for Ryder Cup 2027. India get thumped by South Africa leaving them needing to win their next 2 games. England win in a trial by spin against Sri Lanka. England humiliated at home by Ireland, whilst France continue their march to a potential Grand Slam & Scotland sneak a win in Cardiff. Connor...

Luke & James discuss Arsenal's massive win at Spurs who are in a relegation battle. Man City big win with Nico O'Reilly impressing again, Liverpool & Slot hit the jackpot! Refereeing & VAR back in focus with some interesting decisions again this weekend. Sheffield Wednesday are relegated in February!! A European round up & a look ahead to games this midweek. X - 1stWordinSp...

Luke & James discuss the latest football news from across the world. Arsenal are in danger of blowing the Premier League this season if Arteta continues to panic. A review of midweek talking points and a rant about the VVD v Terry debate. A preview of the Premier League fixtures. X - 1stWordinSport Topics Arsenal's title aspirations (00:28) Midweek Football review, Newcastle great win, Anthony...

Luke & James discuss the latest sports news from across the world. A sensational win for Anthony Kim in Adelaide on LIV whilst Morikawa wins at Pebble . Scotland upset England to win the Calcutta Cup whilst how to stop France? Australia are going home? A loss to a Nissanka inspired Sri Lanka leaves them hoping for others to rescue their tournament. India look brilliant & hard to beat whils...

Luke & James discuss the latest football news with the big question about VAR, Yes or NO? A debate about VAR and the poor standards of refereeing, emphasizing the need for better implementation & accountability. Do players dive too much? What is more important a Cup win or getting Champions League? A European round up and looking ahead to matches in midweek. A debate about a viewers questi...

Luke & James discuss the latest sports news from across the world. A brief look at last nights football first before moving onto some golf, 6 nations & T20 Cricket World Cup. Formula 1 testing continues with some comments from Hamilton & Verstappen might cause some concern for the FIA. X - 1stWordinSport Topics Aussies stuffed (00:01) Arsenal choking & brief football news (00:43) G...

Luke & James discuss the latest football news from across Europe. Big news with Tuchel extending his contract to 2028, Sean Dyche sacked at Forest & Thomas Frank sacked at Spurs in the last 48 hours. A look back at the midweek games & a round up of European football. Its the FA Cup 4th Round this weekend. X - 1stWordinSport Topics Tuchel new contract to 2028, 2026/27 Nations Cup Draw T...

In this episode, Luke and James talk about the ongoing T20 Cricket World Cup with the minnows starting well. England & France impressive in the 6 Nations whilst Patrick Reed wins again on the DP World Tour, masters is soon.... Seattle won the SUPERBOWL easily & they answer a viewers question. X - 1stWordinSport Topics T20 Cricket World Cup (00:18) Golf Roundup (13:32) 6 Nations Roundup &am...

In this episode, Luke & James discuss the recent weekend of football focusing on the Premier League's refereeing controversies, VAR issues & the performances of teams like Arsenal, Liverpool & Manchester City. They analyse key matches, including Liverpool's loss to Manchester City and the implications for the title race. The conversation also touches on managerial concerns for Liverpoo...

Luke & James discuss the latest sports news (non football) Sooryavanshi just scored an unbelievable 175 in the Final of the U19 Cricket World Cup. A preview of the upcoming T20 Cricket World Cup, 6 Nations Rugby, Golf, Winter Olympics mad story for Ski Jumping!!Superbowl who wins? Plus a tribute to John Virgo X - 1stWordinSport Topics Sooryavanshi goes crazy in the final plus other talents (00...

Luke & James discuss the latest football news with a round of the Carabao Cup SF & other talking points surrounding football. A preview of the Premier League matches that take place this weekend. X - 1stWordinSport Topics Sunderland Impressive (00:38) Arsenal Unwatchables & did Rosenior get it wrong? VAR Penalty? (03:12) Man City & Newcastle major issues with Howe (16:03) Transfers...