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The fieriest opinions, the most strident sports reaction, the biggest of big-name guests, and impassioned debate on the day’s top stories. Join Simon Jordan and Jim White every day for a ringside seat to the biggest sporting debate around.Find more from talkSPORT at talkSPORT.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 3, 2025 • 51min
Tuchel names shock England squad
Sam Matterface, talkSPORT's Chief Football Correspondent Alex Crook, and former Watford captain Troy Deeney broadcasted live from Ascot Racecourse. They broke the news, and discussed, Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the October internationals. Plus, they reviewed defeats for Nottingham Forest and Rangers in the Europa League, and were joined by former Crystal Palace captain - Joel Ward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 2, 2025 • 48min
Can Woltemade Silence The Doubters & What Next For Moses Itauma?!
Jim White is joined by the former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan to discuss the day's biggest stories. They look back at last night's Champions League action, and ask if Newcastle striker Nick Woltemade can silence the doubters following comments from Karl-Heinz Rummenigge about his price tag. They also look ahead to another big night in Europe for the British sides, and they ask if Rangers fans love to hate under-fire manager Russell Martin. Elsewhere, they debate if fans are being priced out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and they hear from unbeaten heavyweight Boxer Moses Ituama on his next opponent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 1, 2025 • 50min
Liverpool lose again and Jose returns to Chelsea
Jim White and Simon Jordan were joined by former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy. They reviewed Tuesday's Champions League games, including a defeat for Liverpool in Galatasaray and Jose Mourinho's return to Chelsea with Benfica. Plus, they looked at whether the Premier League has an "idiot" tax for buying players, PGMO chief Howard Webb's drive for 'transparency', and the thorny issue of player welfare after the latest FIFPRO report. Plus, they spoke exclusively to Fabio Wardley ahead of his fight against Joseph Parker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 30, 2025 • 49min
Nuno’s Mission to Unite West Ham
Jim White, Stuart Pearce & Alex Crook discuss West Ham’s draw at Everton – can Nuno mend the fan-club rift? David Bentley and Jody Morris swap football for boxing, Amir Khan talks African promotions and Brighton’s Fabian Hurzeler reflects on their Chelsea triumph. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 29, 2025 • 51min
Europe win Ryder Cup and title race back on?
Jim White and Simon Jordan were joined by the experienced former top flight player and manager, Martin O'Neill. They reviewed a nail-biting victory for Europe in the Ryder Cup, and a bumper weekend of Premier League action; including wins for Arsenal and Aston Villa, and defeats for Liverpool, Manchester United and Nottingham Forest. Plus, they looked at the decision by West Ham to sack Graham Potter and replace him with Nuno Espirito Santo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 26, 2025 • 40min
Relief for Unai Emery but Watkins and Rogers are in a slump
Sam Matterface, Alex Crook and Troy Deeney looked back at a much needed win for Aston Villa in Europe but argue as to why Ollie Watkins seems to be having such a tough time of it and whether the fans are right to be jeering their own players. Meanwhile, following the tragedy of Billy Vigar's passing, do the FA need to act fast when it comes to pitch safety in the lower tiers? And - legendary Manchester United and England defender Paul Parker was in studio to cast his eye over the current United crop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 25, 2025 • 48min
Nottingham Forest: Signs of Progress under Postecoglou?
Jim White & Simon Jordan discuss Nottingham Forest's European return which ends in a 2-2 draw at Real Betis - are fans seeing progress under Postecoglou? Simon unpacks the EFL's decision process on Blackburn v Ipswich abandonment. Plus, boxing insights with Spencer Oliver, Frazer Clarke and Frank Warren. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 25, 2025 • 41min
The William Hill Sports Book of the Year Longlist
talkSPORT's Adrian Durham and member of the reading Panel Neil Foggin reveal the books that have made the longlist for the 2025 William Hill Sports Book of the Year.15 in all covering sports from football and cricket, to boxing and tennis, with subjects including shirts, stadiums, VAR and sportswashing, as well as sexism in sport and a champion who transitioned after retiring. It's a stunning selection of stellar stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 24, 2025 • 42min
"Stupid" Ekitike and Ryder Cup rivalry
Jim White and Simon Jordan were joined by former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy. They discussed the Carabao Cup, including Hugo Ekitike's red card and Everton's defeat against Wolves, and Newcastle's attacking options after Alexander Isak's departure. Plus, does Nottingham Forest's European history have any relevancy to the current squad? And, both Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta have defended their tactical approaches after Sunday's 1-1 draw. Also, it's Ryder Cup week, so they asked - does winning the trophy mean more to the Americans? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 23, 2025 • 54min
Fan Media: How Far Is Too Far?
Jim White & Simon Jordan discuss the Ballon d'Or: Greatness or a Popularity contest? Villa’s elite ambitions are under threat as Monchi exits. Should fan media have limits in football? Federer accuses organisers of slowing courts for Alcaraz and Sinner finals. Plus a tribute to Former Test umpire Harold 'Dickie' Bird who has died at the age of 92. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.