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Jul 29, 2025 • 45min

Lionesses Euros homecoming parade and Isak to Liverpool?

Burna Boy and Sarina Wiegman, the duet we never knew we needed! Maz Farookhi, Vicki Sparks and Katie Smith react to the England Euro 2025 parade, where 65 thousand fans joined the triumphant Lionesses in London. Plus, the latest transfer news, George Caulkin, Miguel Delaney, Nizaar Kinsella and Statman Dave discuss Alexander Isak's future, Liverpool's business this summer and Newcastle United's opportunities in the summer transfer window.
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Jul 28, 2025 • 59min

Monday Night Club: Back to back Euros titles for the Lionesses

Euro 2022 winner Fran Kirby, former England international Izzy Christiansen and former Premier League defender Nedum Onuoha join Steve Crossman to reflect on England's title-defending Euros campaign.How did they do it? What does it mean to be 'proper English?' And what does Sarina Wiegman get so right?The panel discuss the players that made the difference and the team attitude that saw the Lionesses become the first English side to win a major trophy on foreign soil. Nikki Doucet, the CEO of WSL football also joins the pod to talk about how the success of the Lionesses could translate to a surge in popularity for the WSL.    Timecodes: 7'33: How did England win the tournament? 12'25: What would Sarina Wiegman have been like in the England camp? 14'28: What is 'proper English?'  20'06: Sarina Wiegman's success 24'10: Fran Kirby on being told she isn't going to the Euros 27'51: What makes Leah Williamson a leader? 42'45: Nikki Doucet interview 51'32: Chloe Kelly's role 55'44: Hannah Hampton stepped up
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Jul 27, 2025 • 43min

Women’s Euros: England retain title after penalties

Katie Smith has reaction to England winning UEFA Women’s Euro 2025. Also hear from Karen Bardsley, Jen Beattie, Toni Duggan and Vicki Sparks. And catch interviews with Chloe Kelly, Hannah Hampton, Sarina Wiegman and Jess Carter.00:35 Chloe Kelly’s winning spot-kick 07:20 How do we judge Spain’s tournament? 09:15 Chloe Kelly INTERVIEW 11:40 FA planning to host celebration on Tuesday 13:15 Hannah Hampton INTERVIEW 14:50 Agyemang named Young Player of the Tournament 18:00 Spain collect runners-up medals 20:15 England head onto the platform 27:15 Toni Duggan joins the pod 32:40 Sarina Wiegman INTERVIEW 34:35 Jess Carter INTERVIEW
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Jul 26, 2025 • 38min

Women’s Euros: Lionesses – the team behind the team

The Lionesses have been on a rollercoaster journey at Euro 2025, and spare a thought for their loved ones out in Switzerland, who have celebrated every goal, kicked every ball, and watched every penalty from behind the dugout.Ben Haines speaks to JP Stanway, Jorge and Diane Bronze, Giorgio Russo, Karen Bardsley, and Jill Scott to find out what it’s like to be the team behind the team. They discuss the realities of travelling abroad to support a family member, the support provided by the FA, how much has changed over the last decade, and the vital role they play during a tournament.
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Jul 26, 2025 • 34min

Women’s Euros: Leah Williamson, Sarina Wiegman & Spain test awaits

Steve Crossman is joined by Vicki Sparks, Karen Bardsley and Jen Beattie live from Basel to preview the Euro 2025 final between England and Spain.Leah Williamson explains why this run feels like England’s hardest yet, while Sarina Wiegman tells Vicki how the Lionesses plan to take the game to Spain.The team discuss Hannah Hampton’s rise, how England can handle Aitana Bonmatí, and whether Sarina Wiegman will make any bold calls on the biggest stage of all.01:39 – Reflecting on England’s rollercoaster run to the final 08:36 – Leah Williamson speaks to Jen Beattie 17:11 – Sarina Wiegman on England’s mindset and approach 24:39 – Could Agyemang or Kelly start the final? 29:14 – The impact of Hannah Hampton in goal 31:07 – How do England stop Aitana Bonmatí?
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Jul 26, 2025 • 34min

Women's Euros: Final fever, fan tales & Beth Mead

With the Euro 2025 final fast approaching, Katie Smith is joined by Maisie Adam and Rachel Brown-Finnis to look ahead to England v Spain.Maisie reflects on her Swiss adventure and completes her Lionesses name challenge, while Katie speaks to Beth Mead and England super fans about the team’s chances of retaining their title.01:58 – Rachel and Maisie on their favourite bits of Switzerland 06:28 – England super fans share their tournament stories 19:37 – Katie chats to Beth Mead ahead of the final 22:59 – Reflections on the growth of women’s football 31:04 – Where England can exploit Spain’s weaknesses
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Jul 25, 2025 • 58min

Women’s Euros: England v Spain Final Preview

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Nedum Onuoha join Ben Haines to look ahead to the final of Euro 2025 as England take on Spain in Basel - can the Lionesses retain their title and avenge their World Cup Final defeat from two years ago? Also hear from England's Beth Mead, Keira Walsh and Ella Toone as well as manager Sarina Wiegman.01:28 - England's journey to the final 13:22 - Beth Mead interview 20:16 - The Spanish perspective with ex-international Vicki Losada 30:52 - Who should start for England? 44:44 - Sarina Wiegman focus with Dutch football journalist, Rivkah Op Hetveld 54:58 - The panel give their predictionsBBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Sun 1700 Euro 2025 Final - England v Spain
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Jul 24, 2025 • 19min

Women's Euros: Maisie Adam's Euro’s Fan Diary

Maisie Adam is in Zurich after another dramatic semi-final as world champions Spain edge past Germany in extra-time! Maisie is with a mixture of fans: Tom, born in Spain, raised in Switzerland by his English dad and Spanish mum Nandi! Lauren, from New Zealand but supporting England and travelling around Switzerland with German friend Leni. Lauren and Maisie chat England and the impact of Michelle Agyemang, while Leni tells us why everyone loves Ann-Katrin Berger so much. Plus Tom and Nandi talk Spain and what they think will happen in the final! Plus Maisie ticks off a couple more Lionesses names in her challenge!Timecodes:01:20 Spain make it to the final! 05:20 Lauren on who she wanted in the final 08:50 Ann-Katrin Berger 11:30 Michelle Agyemang shining 14:30 Predictions!
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Jul 23, 2025 • 25min

Women’s Euros: Spain edge past Germany to set up final against England

Jen Beattie, Steph Houghton and Eilidh Barbour join Katie Smith as Spain book their place the Euros final. A re-match of the 2023 World Cup final awaits but what can we expect from Sunday’s game? The team react to a well-matched game between reigning World Champions Spain and eight-time Euros winners Germany. Aitana Bonmati proved the difference, scoring in the 113th minute for Spain but why couldn’t they break Germany’s defence down sooner? And how well have Germany done in this tournament, given they lost their captain Giulia Gwinn in the opening fixture?Looking ahead to the final, how do England find a way to beat Spain? Do Sarina Wiegman’s side head into it the under-dogs? Timecodes: 0’52: Germany’s defensive performance 1’56: Bonmati the difference maker 4’34: A galvanised Spanish team 7’19: Germany’s tournament 12’20: Looking ahead to the final 14’04: How can England counter Spain? 18’06 Sarina Wiegman’s substitutions in the final 20’00: Are England under-dogs in the final?BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Sun 1700 Euro 2025 Final.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 29min

Women’s Euros: Extra time winner sends Lionesses into final

Karen Bardsley, Ellen White, Nedum Onuoha and Vicki Sparks join Katie Smith as England beat Italy to qualify for the Euros final. Reaction as super-subs Michelle Agyemang and Chloe Kelly come to the rescue again as it looked like England were being sent home by Italy until Agyemang’s 96th minute equaliser. How much of a breakthrough is Agyemang having at these Championships? Hear from the England manager, Sarina Wiegman, captain Leah Williamson and midfielder Ella Toone as the Lionesses reach a third major international final in a row. How do they keep managing to find a way to win? Should England have been awarded the penalty? And are they up for the challenge of beating Germany or Spain in the final? Timecodes: 1’56: Reflections on Michelle Agyemang's influence 5’12: Chloe Kelly’s performance 9’01: Were England complacent? 10’58: Ella Toone interview 15’13: Leah Williamson interview 20’51: Sarina Wiegman interview 24’00 Wiegman’s influence and mentality BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Wed 2000 SF2 Germany v Spain, Sun 1700 Euro 2025 Final.

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