Whistleblowers

Whistleblowers is in America! Gordon Smart, Mark Clattenburg, and Ian Ladyman are back again as they look forward to England facing off against Erling Haaland’s Norway…will it be an easy win for an England team high off their successes or will the Vikings bring them crashing back down to earth? Meanwhile, Mbappe shines once again and the boys can’t take their eyes off him, wondering whether he’ll...

Whistleblowers is in America! As the Round of 16 draws to a close, Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart get together once again to chat about the World Cup so far…and it gets HEATED! Mark and Ian clash over their concepts of ‘fairness’ in professional refereeing, while Ian explains the decision Roberto Martinez should have taken with Portugal to keep his dignity…meanwhile Gordon makes a...

Whistleblowers is in America! As the dust settles over the Azteca, Ian Ladyman is joined by Mark Clattenburg and special guest Craig Hope to look backone of the best England performances since it came home in ’66! It might not have been pretty, but it was a match for the ages… In a team of heroes, who stood out above the rest? Who showed the grit and determination the Three Lions need to win their...

Whistleblowers is in America! And Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart are lacing up their (cowboy) boots and putting on their Stetsons as they ask how far a sparkling looking USMNT can make it in their home World Cup, even if they are without their talismanic Falorin Balogun… Plus, we find out why Balogun should never have been sent off from our resident expert, while the boys lament y...

Whistleblowers is in America! Before we’ve even had a chance to get our breath back, Ian Ladyman (live from the Atlanta stadium with Henry Winter sat behind him), Mark Clattenburg, and Gordon Smart take a look at another nervy England performance against the Democratic Republic of Congo…they’ve come through but at what cost? (England, we mean…) Mark takes us through why Harry Kane’s penalty shout...

Whistleblowers is in America! For a surprise bonus ball, Ian Ladyman, Mark Clattenburg, and Gordon Smart get together to look forward to England’s Round of 32 clash with the Dominican Republic of Congo! What does Tuchel do with Rice? Where does Bellingham fit? Has Rashford done enough? Is Saka fit enough? Find out! Plus, the boys reminisce on a shock Germany and Netherlands exit, and marvel at Fra...

Whistleblowers is in America! And after yet ANOTHER disappointing showing from England, Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart take a look at what is going wrong in Tuchel’s camp and why…and the answers might surprise you! Plus, Gordon laments Scotland’s ignominious early exit from the World Cup and Steve Clarke’s surprising departure, before the boys debate who should replace him, as wel...

Whistleblowers is in America! The boys are all back together - virtually! Gordon Smart joins Ian Ladyman and Mark Clattenburg as they look at what went wrong for Scotland as they put in one of their worst performances since the Euros and ask the question of whether it’s still possible to go through, and more importantly, do they deserve to? Meanwhile, the lads look forward to England’s final group...

*Apologies on the delay, turns out the hottest June day in history plays havoc with men and machines! Although the Scotland content may be slightly outdated soon, it's still worth a listen! Enjoy the show!* Whistleblowers is in America! Mark Clattenburg and Gordon Smart are once again joined by Mail Sport’s Craig Hope in the aftermath of another disastrous England draw…and the boys have some thoug...

Whistleblowers is in America! Gordon Smart rejoins Mark Clattenburg and Ian Ladyman to take on the latest World Cup stories as England look to take on Ghana - in a very Tartan Boston - in what could be the Three Lion’s best chance to take their group and secure a perfect run into the knockouts! Meanwhile, the boys discuss Scotland’s dramatic and often controversial tie with Morocco and how Steve C...

Whistleblowers is in America! Mark Clattenburg and Ian Ladyman are back with Gordon Smart as they break down England’s first game of the tournament - and what a game it was! The boys chat Harry Kane’s sizzling return to form, Jude Bellingham’s shining light, and the man-management masterclass put on by Thomas Tuchel! Plus, Mark tells us his thoughts on the retaken penalty debacle, everyone is shoc...

Whistleblowers is in America! And so, to preview England’s first game and first challenge against old rivals Croatia, Gordon Smart is joined by Mail journalists and England insiders Craig hope and Jack Gaughan to give you all the scoops! The guys discuss Tino Livramento’s shock injury, Thomas Tuchel’s dilemma in the midfield, and just how England will deal with that heat…PLUS, we find out Michael...

Whistleblowers is in America! In the first of our special World Cup series, brought to you from across the pond, Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and a very hoarse Gordon Smart break down their first-hand experiences of the biggest tournament on earth! Gordon tells us EXACTLY what he got up to as Scotland took their first World Cup win since 1990, while Ian breaks down precisely the flaws in Carlo A...

Whistleblowers is going to America! And in the final bonus ball before the off, Ian Ladyman and Gordon Smart find out all the ins and outs of the new footballing regulations to be put in place for the tournament from our resident refereeing expert, Mr Mark Clattenburg! Yellow cards, VAR expansions, mouth covering…all will be explained! A reminder that you will get THREE brand new episodes of Whist...

Whistleblowers is going to America! As Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart prepare to hop across the pond to cover all things World Cup 2026, they took some time to preview the largest global tournament in the history of the game! How far does England get? Will Jude Bellingham start a single game? Will Jordan Henderson be the saviour of the Three Lions? Will Scotland manage to get out...

Welcome back to Whistleblowers! Before they swan of the other side of the pond, Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart get together to break down their thoughts on Arsenal’s UCL Final collapse and where Arteta’s boys in red go next, before Ian makes a bold prediction about next season’s European competition! Meanwhile, the lads marvel at Anthony Gordon’s linguistic capabilities as he jets...

Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week’s Bonus Ball, the boys are talking money - Ian Ladyman, Gordon Smart and Mark Clattenburg ask just how much is TOO much for football fans to pay, as we see prices for next month’s tournament increase week on week… Meanwhile, Mark reveals how much World Cup referees are really paid, and Ian tells us his surprising summer tournament habit that he hasn’t b...

Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In the wake of the bombshell Tuchel England Squad announcement on Friday, Ian Ladyman, Mark Clattenburg, and Gordon Smart reunite to break down all the trials and tribulations this crop of players will have to face stateside… Plus, Ian tells us the inside scoops from the League Manager Awards and who might be in line for the England job, before revealing Big Sam’s h...

Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week’s bonus ball, Ian Ladyman returns to his rightful place alongside Gordon Smart and Mark Clattenburg as he reveals the behind the scenes details from his recent interview with David Platt! Plus, the boys are talking legacy; will Pep’s be tarnished by City’s alleged rules breaches? Will Salah’s be harmed beyond repair after his recent bridge burning at An...

Welcome back to Whistleblowers! This week, Ian Ladyman, Mark Clattenburg, and Gordon Smart are all back together to discuss the aftermath of Arsenal’s historic Premier League title under 'Big' Mikel Arteta…and a rumoured club fine for their partying! Meanwhile, the boys chat about the earth-shattering news of Pep’s departure from the Sky Blues, the latest developments in Southampton’s ‘Spygate’ sc...

Welcome back to Whistleblowers! Jack Gaughan returns for this week’s bonus ball to discuss all things Pep Guardiola with Mark and Gordon ahead of the release of his five-part Mail exclusive series celebrating ten years of the Catalan at Manchester City! Jack reveals his most touching moment with the man himself and suggests where Pep’s most likely next destination is after leaving the Sky Blues… W...

Welcome back to Whistleblowers! This week, Mark Clattenburg and Gordon Smart welcome fellow Mail journo from the North Jack Gaughan, as he deputises off the bench for an injured Ian Ladyman! Jack, Mark, and Gordon waste no time in debating what is wrong with corners, who is really damaging the game we all love, and what punishment the most recent Spygate incident might warrant… Plus, Jack gives hi...

Welcome back to Whistleblowers! This week’s bonus ball welcomes back Katie Shanahan as she, Mark Clattenburg, Ian Ladyman, and Gordon Smart discuss their memories of some of the biggest names inside and outside the game during their youth… Meanwhile, Mark reveals the player who he got on best with from the very first match in an Under-20 World Cup to a Champions League Final...Plus, everyone remin...

Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week’s bumper-packed show, Gordon Smart, Ian Ladyman, and Mark Clattenburg are joined by TalkSport and ITV legend Katie Shanahan as they break down the big question after the Champions League Semi-Finals…Why does everyone hate Arsenal fans? Plus, the team looks into John Terry’s managerial hopes and relive some of football’s greatest interview head-losses, b...

Welcome back to Whistleblowers! In this week’s bonus ball, Ian Ladyman, Mark Clattenburg, and Special Guest Joel Beya debate their picks for the season’s best - and worst - managerial performances! Did Andoni Iraola shine brightest? Has Oliver Glasner burnt all his bridges? Was Regis Le Bris the League’s real dark horse? And has Arne Slot had even worse of a season that we realise? All will be rev...