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Football Weekly

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Join Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning and fan favourites, including Barney Ronay and Jonathan Wilson, as Football Weekly goes daily for the entire World Cup. Follow the team across the USA, as they break down all the action, the results and of course, the drama. Football Weekly is the Guardian's award-winning football podcast, bringing together some of football’s most respected journalists, writers and broadcasters for expert analysis, opinion and debate throughout the World Cup. On World Cup Daily, the team reviews the biggest matches, discusses the latest news and talking points and analyses t...

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Liverpool’s Champions League bid takes a hit and Everton end home hoodoo: Football Weekly 04.03.2026 54:19

Robyn Cowen is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jordan Jarrett-Bryan and Seb Hutchinson to review the first batch of midweek Premier League action, including another win for Wolves at home. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Arsenal turn another corner in title race and Spurs lack ‘everything’: Football Weekly 02.03.2026 59:21

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Barney Ronay as Arsenal beat Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates to maintain their lead over Manchester City. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Atalanta’s stunning comeback and Juve’s costly near-miss: Football Weekly Extra 26.02.2026 52:38

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Mark Langdon to dissect a dramatic Champions League night. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Bodø/Glimt stun Inter and Newcastle see off Qarabag – Football Weekly 25.02.2026 53:19

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sam Dalling, and Nicky Bandini to discuss the Champions League play-off matches, Monday night football and round up the Championship. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Arsenal run riot at Spurs but Manchester City keep pace – Football Weekly podcast 23.02.2026 54:15

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and John Brewin to discuss all of the weekend’s Premier League action. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Arsenal’s wobble worsens at Wolves and Bodø/Glimt stun Inter – Football Weekly Extra 19.02.2026 51:58

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair and Paul Watson as Arsenal feel the heat and Inter are caught cold in Norway. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Vinícius Júnior’s brilliance overshadowed by accusations of racism: Football Weekly 18.02.2026 51:54

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Nicky Bandini as a brilliant Vinícius goal is overshadowed by alleged racist abuse at Real Madrid’s 1-0 win over Benfica. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

FA Cup magic for Mansfield and VAR is missed at Villa Park – Football Weekly 16.02.2026 54:31

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Dan Bardell to discuss the fourth-round weekend and a big day in Scotland. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Forest ditch Dyche and Manchester City look ominous: Football Weekly Extra 12.02.2026 51:35

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Will Unwin and Jonathan Liew as Nottingham Forest sack Sean Dyche and Manchester City close the gap on Arsenal to three points. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

The sorry Spurs spiral continues – Football Weekly 11.02.2026 51:47

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon and Jacob Steinberg as Tottenham Hotspur lose at home to Newcastle. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Bedlam at Anfield as City complete comeback to stay in title race: Football Weekly 09.02.2026 56:48

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Nedum Onuoha to chew over Manchester City’s late win at Liverpool. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

As Manchester City advance, should Eddie Howe be under pressure? Football Weekly Extra 05.02.2026 55:22

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Sam Dalling and Dan Bardell as Manchester City comfortably set up a League Cup final against Arsenal after a 5-1 aggregate win over Newcastle. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Arsenal make the Carabao Cup final. Is the quadruple on? – Football Weekly 04.02.2026 47:48

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lucy Ward and Jordan Jarrett-Bryan as Arsenal beat Chelsea 4-2 over two legs to reach the Carabao Cup final, their first final since 2020.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Solanke’s magic stuns City and Arsenal go six points clear – Football Weekly 02.02.2026 59:27

Max Rushden is joined by Barney Ronay, John Brewin and Seb Hutchinson as Arsenal enjoy a healthy lead at the top of the Premier League thanks to a stirring second-half performance from Spurs against Manchester City. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Benfica and Bodø/Glimt bring Champions League drama – Football Weekly Extra 29.01.2026 54:55

Max Rushden is joined by Nick Ames, Nicky Bandini, Lars Sivertsen and Archie Rhind-Tutt to discuss a dramatic end to the Champions League group stage. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Wasteful Leeds pegged back at Everton and an EFL roundup – Football Weekly podcast 27.01.2026 57:02

Max Rushden is joined by George Elek, Ali Maxwell and Sanny Rudravajhala to discuss a Monday night draw and the big stories from the EFL. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Manchester United beat Arsenal … has the wobble begun? – Football Weekly 26.01.2026 58:37

Max Rushden is joined by Will Unwin, Robyn Cowen and Mark Langdon as Manchester United win 3-2 away at Arsenal in the game of the season so far. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Why are English teams dominating the Champions League? Football Weekly Extra 22.01.2026 53:48

Max Rushden is joined by Jonathan Liew, Lars Sivertsen and Paul Watson to discuss Premier League teams’ success in the Champions League so far this season. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Manchester City’s arctic meltdown and Thomas Frank fights on – Football Weekly podcast 21.01.2026 55:50

Max Rushden is joined by Nicky Bandini, Philippe Auclair and Archie Rhind-Tutt as Manchester City are well beaten by Bodø/Glimt and Spurs get a surprise 2-0 win over Borussia Dortmund.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Manchester is red and chaos at the Afcon final – Football Weekly 19.01.2026 1:00:26

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Seb Hutchinson, John Brewin and Osasu Obayiuwana to discuss the Manchester derby and extraordinary scenes at the Afcon final. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

The Carabao Cup semis and more upheaval at Real Madrid: Football Weekly Extra 15.01.2026 58:05

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair, Dan Bardell and Sid Lowe as Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid and the Carabao Cup semi-finals begin. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Afcon special: Morocco’s moment, Nigeria’s surge and more: Football Weekly 13.01.2026 54:33

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Jonathan Wilson and Osasu Obayiuwana as the Africa Cup of Nations reaches its last four. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

The greatest upset in FA Cup history: Football Weekly 12.01.2026 52:07

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Sam Dalling as sixth-tier Macclesfield FC beat the holders Palace. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

Premier League thrills while Dr Tottenham leaves it late: Football Weekly Extra 08.01.2026 46:58

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Lars Sivertsen and Jonathan Liew as Manchester City draw their third game in a row and Manchester United slip up at Burnley too. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

The West Ham crisis deepens and an EFL roundup – Football Weekly 07.01.2026 54:56

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, George Elek and Sanny Rudravajhala as Nottingham Forest beat West Ham away in a huge relegation six-pointer. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod . Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast