The England Pod

Thomas Tuchel names his first England squad since the World Cup on Friday. Ali Maxwell, George Elek and David Walker predict the squad & run through the major questions facing Tuchel. The new England cycle starts here. All England. All the time. Go well. -- EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼https://nordvpn.com/englandpodTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to The England Pod's Season Launch episode for 26/27. George, Ali and Dave meet to check in on World Cup scar tissue and look ahead to the double international break & England's return to Nations League action with a match vs Spain. How will Tuchel approach things, and can he win back England fans angry about the manner of the World Cup Semi Final defeat? We explain why this Nations League campaign really matters and how it feeds into England’s road to a home Euro 2028,. Plus: the latest on England Under-21s, some emerging young players to watch and the Lionesses’ crucial World Cup play-offs. All England. All the time. Go well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ten members of Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad have changed clubs this summer, led by two enormous moves: Elliot Anderson to Manchester City and Morgan Rogers to Chelsea for a combined fee of around £233m. Ali , George and Dave assess what those moves mean for England, as well as Anderson and Rogers' new surroundings. Plus Ezri Konsa to Arsenal, Anthony Gordon at Barcelona, Marcus Rashford’s Manchester United return and the English contingent of John Stones, Djed Spence and Curtis Jones at Inter. And what now for England’s strikers? Ollie Watkins has joined Ivan Toney in Saudi Arabia, leaving some awkward questions for Tuchel ahead of his first post-World Cup squad. Plus James Trafford’s England prospects after his move to Leeds United, the players who didn’t get their big move, and a huge crop of young English talent spreading across the Premier League, Europe and the EFL as attention starts to turn towards Euro 2028. All England. All the time. Go well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave gather for one last reflection on the 2026 World Cup and try to decide whether each of the 26 players in the squad were either heroic, better than expected, as expected, disappointing, or in some cases unjudgeable They also reflect on the tournament as a whole beyond England matters Thanks for being on the journey with the England Pod this summer and stay tuned for more episodes soon. All England, all the time. Go well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali , George and David review England’s tournament from as many angles as possible. Were the performances ever good enough to win the World Cup? Did England rely too heavily on individual moments rather than functioning as an elite team? And how much blame should fall on the manager, the players and the wider culture around English football? All England. All the time. Go well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave sift through media reports around England's World Cup defeat & look ahead to the third-place play-off against France. Who Thomas Tuchel pick? Do Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham start to try and win the Golden Boot? Is it finally time for Kobbie Mainoo? -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here's the pod post-mortem from England 1-2 Argentina, from Ali, George and Dave. Was it the substitutions? The tactical shift? Or were England simply beaten by Lionel Messi and the reigning world champions? -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England are out the World Cup. George & Ali switch on the mics just after full-time to talk about England 1-2 Argentina. What the hell happened for England to lose from 1-0 up? -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali and George look ahead to England's World Cup semi-final against Lionel Messi & Argentina. A football match rich in history and with a World Cup Final at stake. Who will Tuchel start at right-back? Will that impact the CBs? Should Rashford come back in? -- Come to the Semi Final Watch Party @ Electric Brixton: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/London/Electric-Brixton/England-Fanzone-Brixton-England-Semi-Final-money-back-guarante/42587684/?skcampaign=engpod -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali , George and Dave take a calmer second look at England's victory over Norway. Was Thomas Tuchel right to criticise the performance? And was it right that Jude Bellingham was asked about it post-match? -- Come to the Semi Final Watch Party @ Electric Brixton: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/London/Electric-Brixton/England-Fanzone-Brixton-England-Semi-Final-money-back-guarante/42587684/?skcampaign=engpod -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England survive and progress to the World Cup Semi Final by beating Norway 2-1. Dave, Ali & George react. -- Come to the Semi Final Watch Party @ Electric Brixton: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/London/Electric-Brixton/England-Fanzone-Brixton-England-Semi-Final-money-back-guarante/42587684/?skcampaign=engpod -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave look ahead to England's World Cup quarter-final against Erling Haaland's Norway. Who will Tuchel start at right-back now that Quansah is suspended? (for two games, it turns out) Is Reece James fit enough to start? Will it be Djed's turn? Or will he shift Konsa over and bring Stones, or even Dan Burn, in at centre-back? Will Bellingham, Rice, Guehi and O'Reilly being one yellow away from a suspension come into Tuchel's thinking? Let's send the Norwegians rowing off home in their tinpot little boats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George, Dave and Ali meet to bathe in the aftermath of England 3-2 Mexico. They talk national reaction, Dan Burn's head, Jordan Henderson's arm, and go through the whole game - mad spell by mad spell - in detail. We found a way. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oh my God. In an absolutely ridiculous match, England win at the Azteca against Mexico. Jude Bellingham scored twice. There was a penalty apiece and a red card for Jarell Quansah. Just bonkers. We loved it. We hated it. How about you? Go well. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and Ali look ahead to England's R16 game with Mexico, discussing altitude and attitude, the likely starting XI, and whether Declan Rice should play right back. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali & George meet to calmly (!) dissect England’s 2-1 win over DR Congo, with help from your post-match pipes. Was this just tournament football? Are England growing into it? Or are the same old concerns still hanging over Thomas Tuchel’s side? Monday morning's watch party has sold out, but please DM us on Instagram or tweet us if you'd like to be on the back up list! -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Still alive. George, Dave and Ali record from the Bull & Egret after an England knockout win that felt like hell for well over an hour. -- Watch the Mexico game with us: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/england-v-mexico-watch-party-hosted-by-the-england-pod-tickets-1992923899030?aff=oddtdtcreator -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The lads look ahead to Wednesday's Round of 32 clash with DR Congo, discussing general feelings about the team, the likely starting XI, and the tactical questions Thomas Tuchel still has to answer. Plus: Bellingham's best position, the O'Reilly conundrum, whether John Stones should return, DR Congo scouting notes & predictions. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Social Charlie have flown back to Blighty so Dave continues TEP daily from the USA on his own. He listens to the latest batch of Speakpipes totally blind and then has a go at predicting the outcome of all of the round of 32 matches. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George and Dave bring you the pod from the MetLife stadium after England's 2-0 win over Panama. It wasn't always pretty but another stirring performance from Jude Bellingham ensured we topped the group. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George and Dave react to the news of Reece James being out for at least two games and also plot England's potential paths through the tournament now that the knockout stage is starting to take shape -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali has departed back to the UK so George and Dave pick up the pieces and try to predict who Tuchel will start against Panama on Saturday Reece James is apparently feeling his hamstring, Declan Rice has been spotted limping, will those be the only changes or will Tuchel mix it up even further? -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave, George and Ali litigate the 0-0 draw with Ghana - how bad was it, how worrying is it, and does the blame for a poor performance lie at the door of Tuchel & his selection, or the players on the pitch? -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali and George react to a flat 0-0 draw with Ghana in Boston, a result that raises familiar questions about breaking down defensive opponents on the tournament stage. Why did England struggle to create chances? And should England be more concerned about what happened when Ghana broke forward? -- Send the pod a post match voicenote for tomorrow's deeper analysis: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £60 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George and Ali are in Boston ahead of England v Ghana. They discuss Tuchel's selection, what Ghana might throw at England, and why confidence among England fans is suddenly soaring. Plus: bold predictions & some bonkers speakpipes. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK England v Ghana bet builder: https://bit.ly/4afnj2Q T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The lads discuss Thomas Tuchel's big selection decisions ahead of Ghana. The latest on Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Marcus Rashford and who could come into the side if changes are needed. Plus World Cup chat and a location for beers in Boston on Monday night. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a Brooklyn rooftop, Ali, George and Dave take a break from England's World Cup campaign to have a natter about various aspects of England history and being an England fan. What is England's greatest World Cup goal? Joe Cole against Sweden? Michael Owen against Argentina? Platt? Hurst? The lads make their cases. They discuss the retro-shirt dilemma, the England moments they'd change forever and memories that have shaped their relationship with England over the years. Plus: stories from the USA, plans for the knockout stages, and a look ahead to England's next game against Ghana. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England's World Cup campaign could hardly have started better: four goals, a statement win over Croatia and a wave of optimism around Thomas Tuchel's team. But with the emotions settling, Ali and George put the performance under the microscope. How worried should England fans be about the two goals conceded? Did the defensive unit show genuine vulnerabilities? Is Jordan Pickford's performance a concern? -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave reconvene for a calmer, deeper look at England's 4-2 win against Croatia in the World Cup opener. They discuss Thomas Tuchel's influence on and off the pitch, the second-half transformation, Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham's leadership, the impact of Elliott Anderson, and why England's attacking structure looks very different to recent tournament teams. Plus: Post Match Speakpipes, Wonderwall, rooftop celebrations, the defensive concerns that still need addressing, and whether England may have discovered a new tournament identity. -- Send the pod a voicenote to help us with the more sober debrief tomorrow: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali and George react from Dallas after England's 4-2 win over Croatia: Harry Kane's brace, Jude Bellingham's performance, Elliott Anderson's outstanding display, and why England's pressing and attacking intent were as exciting as anything we've seen in years. It wasn't all good. Croatia scored twice and England looked wobbly defensively at times. But we're happy, and hope you are too. -- Send the pod a voicenote to help us with the more sober debrief tomorrow: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali and George are in Dallas on the eve of England's opener against Croatia, reflecting on the excitement, nerves and optimism that come with the start of a World Cup. They discuss Thomas Tuchel's decision to call up Trevoh Chalobah, why England fans should keep their expectations in check for the opening game, and what Croatia's experienced side might bring to the contest. Plus: lessons from the tournament so far, why no team has looked unbeatable yet, France's statement win, the latest TEP World Cup Power Rankings, life on the road in America, and why Kansas City has unexpectedly stolen our hearts. See you on the other side. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave pick the XI they expect Thomas Tuchel to name against Croatia in Dallas, debating Bukayo Saka's fitness, Anthony Gordon versus Marcus Rashford, and whether Jude Bellingham has done enough to reclaim the number 10 role from Morgan Rogers. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://bit.ly/TheEnglandPodxSBK T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave discuss the calm before England's World Cup storm, the latest whispers from camp, and whether Anthony Gordon is set to edge ahead of Marcus Rashford in Thomas Tuchel's thinking. Plus: would you rather see your club win its biggest trophy or England win the World Cup? There's also reaction to Scotland's win over Haiti, Australia's impressive start, Germany's seven-goal demolition of Curaçao, and the latest edition of the TEP World Cup Power Rankings. All that, plus travel chaos, Kansas City BBQ, and your SpeakPipe questions as England's World Cup opener edges closer. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.... T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Link to Ali’s Belgium vs Egypt bet builder: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali and George record from MetLife Stadium, in New Jersey reacting to the latest England news as Thomas Tuchel's World Cup preparations take a slightly bizarre turn, with stolen equipment, a stranded team chef and fresh clues about England's likely starting XI for the opener against Croatia. Is Marc Guéhi at risk of missing out? There's also discussion of Morocco 1-1 Brazil, USA's emphatic 4-1 win over Paraguay, Switzerland's draw with Qatar, updated World Cup power rankings and a look ahead to Netherlands vs Japan. Plus: New York karaoke, World Cup road-trip stories, birthday plans in Kansas City and another day on the ground following England across the USA. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775c=B20G50WORLDCUP&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2Fsignup%3Freferral%3Dtrue%26promo%3DACXXRW0A4U T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave, Ali & George record from New York City, discussing: England talking points, plus Canada 1-1 Bosnia, South Korea 2-1 Czechia, a preview of Brazil v Morocco and so much more. -- Send the pod a voicenote: https://www.speakpipe.com/TheEnglandPod -- England Pod Bet Builder for Brazil v Morocco: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775&c=&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2F%3Fspl-action%3Dadd-to-betslip%26spl-cid%3D335997291%26spl-cid%3D335997305%26spl-cid%3D335997373%26spl-cid%3D403454166 Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775c=B20G50WORLDCUP&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2Fsignup%3Freferral%3Dtrue%26promo%3DACXXRW0A4U T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali and George record from New Jersey, discussing England's 3-0 win over Costa Rica and the biggest selection questions facing Thomas Tuchel. Plus: Mexico beat South Africa in the opening game of the tournament in the midst of three red cards, and we outline our plans for the next few weeks as we follow England's World Cup journey from the USA. -- England Pod Bet Builder for USA v Paraguay: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775&c=&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2F%3Fspl-action%3Dadd-to-betslip%26spl-cid%3D402117803%26spl-cid%3D335996216 Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775c=B20G50WORLDCUP&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2Fsignup%3Freferral%3Dtrue%26promo%3DACXXRW0A4U T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're on our way. Ali Maxwell is joined by James Allcott for one big England-specific preview before the tournament begins. From Thomas Tuchel's impact and the emergence of Elliot Anderson & Nico O'Reilly and the growing sense that this England team might just have something special, the pair discuss all the reasons for optimism heading into the summer. But it wouldn't be England without a healthy dose of anxiety. They also open the Fear Amnesty Box: concerns about the heat, questions over England's defence, breaking down deep blocks, difficult knockout paths, and whether this team can finally overcome the psychological barriers that have tripped up previous generations. Plus: Croatia first up, Portugal or Argentina in the distance, Thomas Tuchel's leadership, Anthony Barry's influence, and why supporting England might be at its best when you're excited, fearful and hopeful all at once. Come on England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave, Ali & George predict the World Cup knockout stage, ending with a final and a World Champions prediction. How will England get on after winning Group L? Worth listening to Parts One & Two first for the context around our knockout bracket. Get tickets for our World Cup Preview Live Show in Luton here: https://linktr.ee/Grosvenor_Casinos Check for FREE if you are due a refund in 60 seconds at https://refundclub.co.uk/england * *Refund Club is a trading style of Sandsford Law LTD. You can pursue a claim free of charge directly to your lender and then to the Financial Ombudsman Service. The FCA is likely introducing a free to use Consumer Redress Scheme; it estimates the average redress per agreement will be £829. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England's final World Cup warm-up ends with a win, and perhaps most importantly: no injuries. Ali Maxwell and George Elek react to England's 1-0 victory over New Zealand in Florida, where Harry Kane's 79th England goal settled a game that saw Thomas Tuchel give minutes to two entirely different XIs across the two halves. They discuss the performances of Marcus Rashford, Djed Spence and Elliot Anderson, and a hugely encouraging senior debut for 17-year-old Rio Ngumoha. Plenty of questions still remain - but this game will have little impact on what happens in 10 days time, so let's not take it too seriously eh? Anyone for a hard tea? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A sobering night for the Lionesses and it looks like England will have to go through a tricky play-off stage to qualify for World Cup 2027, following a humbling 0-4 defeat in Spain. Robyn Cowen & Kathryn Batte pick through it. They discuss whether Spain were too good for England and why Serena Wiegman's side struggled both in and out of possession. Plus: what now needs to happen against Ukraine — and in Iceland — to keep hopes of direct qualification alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave, Ali & George predict the WHOLE World Cup, group by group and all knockout games. In Part Two, we work backwards from Group F to Group A, including predictions for Germany, Netherlands, Sweden, USA, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Morocco, Scotland, Turkey and many more. Worth listening to Part One first: https://open.spotify.com/episode/183BVWq7XljPLIsmvgJZDT?si=7dqaSOyRRTeIRFmyyo8qxw Get tickets for our World Cup Preview Live Shows in Luton here: https://linktr.ee/Grosvenor_Casinos Check for FREE if you are due a refund in 60 seconds at https://refundclub.co.uk/england * *Refund Club is a trading style of Sandsford Law LTD. You can pursue a claim free of charge directly to your lender and then to the Financial Ombudsman Service. The FCA is likely introducing a free to use Consumer Redress Scheme; it estimates the average redress per agreement will be £829. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave, Ali & George predict the WHOLE World Cup, group by group and all knockout games. In Part One, we work backwards from Group L (England's group) and also take in Group K, J, I, H, G - including tournament favourites Spain, France and other well-fancied sides Argentina and Portugal. Check for FREE if you are due a refund in 60 seconds at https://refundclub.co.uk/england * *Refund Club is a trading style of Sandsford Law LTD. You can pursue a claim free of charge directly to your lender and then to the Financial Ombudsman Service. The FCA is likely introducing a free to use Consumer Redress Scheme; it estimates the average redress per agreement will be £829. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and special guest Nick Goff make betting picks ahead of the World Cup, starting with Outright and Golden Boot markets and expanding into a group of teams they want to get with and get against. -- Sign up to SBK here to get £50 in Free Bets when you sign up and place your first bet of £20: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775c=B20G50WORLDCUP&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2Fsignup%3Freferral%3Dtrue%26promo%3DACXXRW0A4U T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. England Pod World Cup specials, boosted by SBK: Senegal & Paraguay To Qualify: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775&c=&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2F%3Fspl-action%3Dadd-to-betslip%26spl-cid%3D402382583 Ghana To Finish Bottom: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775&c=&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2F%3Fspl-action%3Dadd-to-betslip%26spl-cid%3D402382781 Morocco, Ivory Coast, Uruguay & Senegal All To Qualify From Group Stage: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775&c=&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2F%3Fspl-action%3Dadd-to-betslip%26spl-cid%3D402383033 Scotland Not To Qualify From Group Stage: https://wlsmarkets.adsrv.eacdn.com/C.ashx?btag=a_5851b_775c_&affid=27342&siteid=5851&adid=775&c=&asclurl=https%3A%2F%2Fbetsbk.com%2F%3Fspl-action%3Dadd-to-betslip%26spl-cid%3D402383577 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spain again. The Lionesses head to Spain knowing a point would be enough to secure automatic qualification for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil. Standing in their way is the team they've become most familiar with over the last few years. Robyn Cowen is joined by Kathryn Batte - they discuss the fitness concerns around Lauren James and Lucy Bronze, whether Ella Toone is ready to start, the challenge facing Grace Clinton, and how Sarina Wiegman might approach the biggest game of the Lionesses' year so far. One point needed. Spain away. Here we go again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get 50% off tickets for our Live Shows in Sheffield, Reading and Luton for a limited time only here 👉 https://linktr.ee/Grosvenor_Casinos -- What does Thomas Tuchel actually want England to look like? Ali sits down with Dave to break down the tactical identity of Tuchel’s England after 12 games, 27 goals, and 15 months of experimentation. Why do England build so heavily down the right? We go through the patterns, the principles, the pressing, the set pieces and the biggest concerns. If England are going to score goals and do well at this World Cup, this is probably how they’ll do it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave have crunched the numbers, made the spreadsheets, and have worked out the pathway to glory/despair. If England are going to win the World Cup this is who we'll play along the way, whether that be finishing 1st, 2nd or even 3rd in our group. (Spoiler alert: we really want to win the group this time) If that wasn't nerdy enough for you there's also an attempt to predict which players will be given which squad numbers by Tuchel for the tournament AND we've also got a quick chat with Emile Heskey ahead of our run of three live shows alongside the great man... Get 50% off tickets for our Live Shows in Sheffield, Reading and Luton for a limited time only here 👉 https://linktr.ee/Grosvenor_Casinos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get 50% off tickets for our Live Shows in Sheffield, Reading and Luton for a limited time only here 👉 https://linktr.ee/Grosvenor_Casinos Ali and Dave were at Wembley to hear Thomas Tuchel explain the thought process behind his 26-man World Cup squad. Why Toney? Why no Palmer? Why Madueke? Why no Maguire? Where's Wharton?! We deliver our view on the big calls and assess how we're feeling now the World Cup is finally upon us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thomas Tuchel will announce his 26-man squad for the World Cup on Friday morning but inevitably there have been leaks and it seems the big news is no place on the plane for Cole Palmer, Phil Foden, Harry Maguire or Adam Wharton, while it seems that Ivan Toney has made it George and Dave react to the early news of the squad before we attend Tuchel's press conference on Friday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ahead of Thomas Tuchel announcing his 26-man England squad this week, George and Dave reveal the players they would select if they were in the hot seat Ali also has a go predicting who he thinks will make the plane come what Friday Join us and Emile Heskey live in Sheffield, Reading and Luton ahead of the World Cup: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Grosvenor_Casinos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George and Dave are joined by BBC Radio 5 Live's John Murray to reflect and reminisce on the 2018 World Cup in Russia and how Gareth Southgate's side got everyone feeling good about England again. From Kane's last gasp winner against Tunisia, hitting Panama for six, the penalty shootout heroics against Colombia, slabhead vs Sweden, and that Trippier free-kick against Croatia, it was a summer full of iconic moments and what better way to get ourselves in the mood for the world cup than reliving it all with the man who called the action for the nation Join us and Emile Heskey live in Sheffield, Reading and Luton ahead of the World Cup: https://linktr.ee/Grosvenor_Casinos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Five weeks to go until the World Cup, and two weeks before the squad sis selected. Ali, George and Dave discuss: Have Ben White and Myles Lewis-Skelly played themselves onto the plane in recent weeks with Arsenal? What would you ask Tuchel if you had one question and were guaranteed the truth? And how do you keen a group of young men entertained while in a camp setting for 8 weeks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave tackle some tough questions: What would success look like at this World Cup? Would you feel more confident about the summer if Gareth Southgate was still manager than you actually do right now? Why is such a big discussion around Bellingham v Rogers in Tuchel's #10 position? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is it a crisis? Ali, Dave and George meet to chat about injuries to England players, heat & fatigue at the World Cup, and discuss who is current top of the clamour list - HE HAS TO BE ON THE PLANE! Go well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and George gathered on Thursday night with a simple premise: Dave simulates the result of every game at the World Cup and George tells us what happened in them (just for England games, we're not mad) Listen and find out whether it's glory, heartbreak or a big load of nothing for Thomas Tuchel's lads across the pond Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robyn Cowen and Kathryn Batt reflect on England's 1-0 win in their Women's World Cup qualifier against Iceland, which made it four wins from four in their group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robyn and Kathryn delight in England's massive World Cup qualifier victory over Spain and Alessia Russo's latest moment of quality. Then they look ahead to Saturday's match against Iceland, with England looking to strengthen their position in the group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's women's football reporter Kathryn Batte and David Walker gather to look ahead to big world cup qualifiers for the Lionesses. They take on Spain at Wembley on Tuesday before heading to Iceland on Saturday, with the fitness of captain Leah Williamson and what the defence would look like without her among the main talking points ahead of the crunch ties. We also look at the surprise call-up of 17-year-old Erica Meg Parkinson who plays in Portugal and would be eligible to represent Japan, Singapore or Portugal so will we see her make a cameo appearance just to lock her in as certified Lioness? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George and Ali sat down to talk about Max Dowman. George is somewhat starstruck after Dowman's performance vs Southampton in the Cup. Ali is being a bit of a bore and trying to put the brakes on the hype to some extent. Either way, it's a conversation worth listening to, let us know what you think. Ali also provides a youth team update from the March camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England lose 1-0 to Japan at Wembley to round off a strange, experimental camp. It was rubbish to watch. How much does it matter? Ali, Dave and George dig into a disjointed attacking setup, a tough night for Phil Foden and Cole Palmer, and what this means (if anything) for the World Cup pecking order under Thomas Tuchel. Plus: are we overreacting, underreacting, or just reacting to games that don’t really tell us much at all? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali and Dave gather to reflect on the 48 hours of reaction since the Uruguay friendly and to look ahead to the Japan game on Tuesday Who gets the right wing spot now there's no Saka - Bowen or Palmer? Is this the most important game of Morgan Rogers' career so far? Is "mini Valverde" James Garner primed to start again in Rice's absence? Will Tuchel throw a curveball and play Ezri Konsa at right-back? And, if we're honest, how much does any of it actually matter when it comes to Tuchel's final world cup squad? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave preview England's game against Uruguay - a friendly with huge World Cup significance. The return of Ben White & Trent Alexander-Arnold’s continued absence Tuchel’s strict positional thinking and why versatility might not matter Cole Palmer vs Phil Foden Predicted XI and the key battles all over the pitch New kit chat All England, all the time. Go well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thomas Tuchel's bold approach to England’s March friendlies caught us all by surprise. Ali and Dave were at Wembley to ask him some questions and react to: Tuchel’s unprecedented “two-squad” approach The headline omissions: no Trent Alexander-Arnold, no Ollie Watkins Surprise inclusions, including James Garner The “Hunger Games” feel of the Uruguay match A potential straight shootout between Foden and Palmer The battle for “plane tickets to the US” All England, all the time. Go well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave are back together ahead of Thomas Tuchel’s latest England squad announcement. With the World Cup fast approaching, this feels like a last chance saloon for a number of players. The Trent Alexander-Arnold conundrum: is it now or never? Harry Maguire, the defence and whether experience could trump form The hype around Max Dowman Big calls in attack: Foden, Palmer, Bowen, Gordon… and who might miss out The Bellingham vs Rogers debate at #10 Who is the Plan B striker? Plus, a look at the wider squad balance, potential omissions, and where Tuchel might spring a surprise. All England, all the time. Go well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali & George mine the World Cup memories of Henry Winter, part three: England 1-1 Colombia, England win 4-3 on penalties. Catharsis. Nostalgia. Enjoy! -- Listen to The Football Boardroom: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZJ8EwS7dTRciweYUAJhLQ?si=1ea9f01b0a6040f1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali & George mine the World Cup memories of Henry Winter, award-winning sports journalist and someone that has covered England as closely as anyone for the last three decades. Here's part two: Brazil 2-1 England  -- Listen to The Football Boardroom: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZJ8EwS7dTRciweYUAJhLQ?si=1ea9f01b0a6040f1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England's Lionesses began their World Cup qualifying campaign with two wins, beating Ukraine 6-1 and Iceland 2-0. Robyn Cowen and Kathryn Batte assess: - Georgia Stanway’s impressive camp - The performances Hannah Hampton and Lucy Bronze - Serena Wiegman’s squad rotation - England’s position in the group alongside Spain - The impact of injuries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali & George mine the memories of Henry Winter, award-winning sports journalist and someone that has covered England as closely as anyone for the last three decades. It's a simple question: what are the most memorable World Cup games Henry has covered, and why? Here's part one: England 2-2 Argentina (Argentina win 4-3 on penalties) -- Listen to The Football Boardroom: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZJ8EwS7dTRciweYUAJhLQ?si=1ea9f01b0a6040f1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robyn Cowen & Kathryn Batte convene for a preview of the Lionesses' upcoming camp, including games against Ukraine and Iceland. There's a new left back in the squad, and there's some Maya Le Tissier clamour. There's excitement about the form of the front line, and hope that the backline will look watertight. And Kathryn discusses her recent interview with Mary Earps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave, George and Ali gather to discuss: - Thomas Tuchel's contract extension: does this make us feel safe or scared? - England's starting XI pressure points: left back, left wing and #10 - Manchester United are in form, could that spell a return for Luke Shaw, Harry Maguire, Kobbie Mainoo or Mason Mount? All England, all the time. Go well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave each pick an young England hopeful that they think are on the cusp of a breakout season and could find themselves in the senior squad before the year is out. George has opted for Wolves' Mateus Mané, Dave has gone for Man City CB and short-lived Watford loanee Max Alleyne, and for Ali it's Toulouse's Charlie Cresswell. All England, all the time. Go well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave get together to discuss a great phenomenon: the wildcard. Looking back at some famous wildcard selections from history, some that are less easily remembered, and putting forward one name each that could be considered a wildcard call-up to Thomas Tuchel's squad for this summer's World Cup. We'd love to hear about ones from history that we missed, and your own bold wildcard picks and how it'll come to pass. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's been one year since Thomas Tuchel officially became England manager, so Ali, George and Dave have gathered to reflect on that 12 months and take stock of where we're at. We also look ahead with some of our hopes and indeed fears for what could be a seismic year for Tuchel and the lads in 2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, Dave and George get together and unveil their own 26-player England squads for the World Cup in six months time. Who will stay true to Thomas Tuchel's way of thinking, and who will go rogue? Who are the major omissions, and who are the wild cards picks? We all have our own opinions, and it's always a worthy exercise to actually force yourself to make the final decisions! Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and George gather to vent their frustrations at the predictably ludicrous ticket prices that have been announced for the England supporters club ahead of next summer's World Cup. With loyal fans being asked to pay more than $200 for the worst seats at a group game, let alone several thousands for the later rounds, how many fans can we expect to see cheering on Thomas Tuchel's side in Dallas, Boston and New Jersey in June? And what, if anything, can be done about it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave react to England being drawn in World Cup Group L to face Croatia, Panama and Ghana in Dallas, Boston and New Jersey. Technically one of the tougher draws we could have got on paper but should we really be worried? Should we be more concerned about the amount of travel, the heat, and where on earth are Tuchel's squad going to be based out there? There's also reflection on a frankly ludicrous draw ceremony itself on Friday night and a look at some of the issues that might overshadow the tournament next summer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker reflect on England's two friendlies which saw them beat China 8-0 and Ghana 2-0. The player who grabbed the headlines in the latter game was Aston Villa's Lucia Kendall who scored her first goal for the Lionesses and was singled out for praise by Sarina Wiegman. There's also reflection on a sometimes turbulent but ultimately triumphant 2025 for England and there's an eye on Sarina's contract situation with her current deal only taking her up to the world cup in 18 months time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave preview Friday's 2026 World Cup draw. What are the easiest, hardest, most fun or most boring possible draws? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker look ahead to England's upcoming friendlies against China and Ghana - who will get the nod in goal with Hannah Hampton out injured? Will we see Sarina give any more debuts to the new faces in the squad? There's also reflection on all the drama around Mary Earps' recent autobiography and her account of what lead to her decision to retire from international football ahead of the Euros in the summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George and Ali discuss Albania 0-2 England. Plenty of rotation and tactical experiment to discuss, as well as some more Jude Bellingham-themed headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave are at Wembley reacting to England's 2-0 win over Serbia, in a game that saw a pair of lovely goals from Saka and Eze, Bellingham return to an enthusiastic welcome from the crowd, Foden grab an assist off the bench, and Nico O'Reilly putting in an assured debut performance at left-back Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh from being at Wembley for Thomas Tuchel's press conference, Ali and Dave react to the news of Alex Scott getting his first call up, Adam Wharton being brought back into the fold, the omission of Ollie Watkins and the decision to overlook in-form Danny Welbeck, plus the notable returns of Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave, Ali and George discuss whether Danny Welbeck should be included in Thomas Tuchel's England squad later this week. We then preview England's U17 World Cup campaign which starts on Tuesday and is being broadcast on ITV 4. Ali breaks down the squad by position, and then the lads look back at the 2017 U17 World Cup winning England team and ask: Where Are They Now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kathryn Batte and Robyn Cowen reflect on England's win against Australia and defeat against Brazil, touching on: - Michelle Agyemang's injury - Lucy Bronze's longevity - Aggie Beever-Jones and Maya Le Tissier's good performances - Sarina Weigman giving debuts to Taylor Hinds, Lucia Kendall, Khiara Keating Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The BBC's Robyn Cowen is joined by the Telegraph's women's football reporter Kathryn Batte, and David Walker for a look ahead to the Lionesses games against Brazil and Australia as they make the first steps on the road to the 2027 World Cup with a number of new faces in the squad... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali and Dave react to England's 5-0 win away in Latvia, a win that means Thomas Tuchel's side have officially sealed their place in next summer's world cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave reflect on England's 3-0 win over Wales at Wembley, a great follow up to the win in Serbia. We also react to Thomas Tuchel's strong words about the Wembley atmosphere. England's game against Wales was an Alzheimer's Society International. We encourage you donate and campaign for this cause. To support yourself or loved ones affected by the condition: alzheimers.org.uk/joinourteam. Come on England! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh from speaking to Thomas Tuchel at Wembley, Ali and Dave react to the latest England squad for the games against Wales and Latvia. The big headline is no return for Bellingham, Foden or Grealish as Tuchel looks to stick with the players who played so well last time out in Serbia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali Maxwell breaks down the results and key personnel from England's youth teams in the September international break: - 9W 1D 1L across five teams - New look U21s win in Kazakhstan - U19s packed with stars playing well above age group (Dowman, Ngumoha) - U18s prepare for the U17 World Cup in November - U17s win 7-5 vs Germany, starring Ryan Kavuma-McQueen! 👀 Subscribe on YouTube: ‪‪‪@England_Pod ‬ 🎧 Follow and listen on your podcast provider: https://tr.ee/6T7715IbWt 🅧 Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/England_Pod 📲 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/england_pod/ 🕺 Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@england.pod On The England Pod we'll talk about The England Men's Seniors, Our U21s, The Lionesses, Other Young Lions, Thomas Tuchel, Lee Carsley, Sarina Wiegman, Harry Kane, Jordan Pickford, Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, Jude Bellingham, Marcus Rashford, Declan Rice, John Stones, Keira Walsh, Georgia Stanway, Beth Mead, Leah Williamson, the World Cup, European Championships, Nations League and much more. #Three Lions #EnglandFootball #TheEnglandPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With just under nine months to go until the 2026 World Cup, Ali, George and Dave attempt to look into the future and second-guess the decisions Thomas Tuchel will make when picking his final 23 (or maybe 26) man squad Should the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Morgan Rogers and Marcus Rashford be worried? Will Jordan Henderson really get a seat on the plane? Will Phil Foden remind everyone this season that he's still one of our best players? It's a tricky exercise and there's plenty more where that came from... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave react to England's 5-0 win over Serbia in Belgrade, with positives everywhere you look and by far the most convincing performance of the Tuchel era so far. Come on England! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali and George reflect on England's 2-0 win over Andorra at Villa Park, it was an all-too-familiar display but there was a big positive in the performance from debutant Elliot Anderson. The lads also look ahead to what should be England's toughest game of the qualifiers away to Serbia on Tuesday. We're watching the Serbia game at The Volley in Old Street - join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh from speaking to Thomas Tuchel at Wembley, Ali and Dave react to the squad announcement for the upcoming games against Andorra and Serbia First call ups for Elliot Anderson and Djed Spence, a return for Adam Wharton, while the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Jack Grealish , Kyle Walker and Curtis Jones miss out... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George, and Dave sit down for the first England pod of the 2025/26 season and have a look at the transfers involving Eberechi Eze, Marcus Rashford, James Trafford, Jack Grealish, Marc Guehi, Noni Madueke, and many more besides that could all have significant impact on Thomas Tuchel's plans as he builds towards the World Cup next summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte and David Walker convene for one last time this summer now that we've had time to process the remarkable events at the Euros and the celebrations that followed We have an early look ahead to the World Cup in two years time, how many of the current squad will be there? And are there any players waiting to burst through in the next few seasons? And with the Ballon d'Or nominations out we have a look at the chances of the English nominees, could Alessia Russo pip the Spaniards to another trophy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The England Pod's David Walker and Ali Maxwell are joined by the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte to reflect and rejoice in the Lionesses winning the Euros in dramatic fashion, beating world champions Spain on penalties. Chloe Kelly, Hannah Hampton, Lucy Bronze and her fractured tibia, Russo, Agyemang, Jess Carter, and Dame Sarina Wiegman, so many amazing individual stories to talk about from this triumphant team We're also joined by BBC commentator Robyn Cowen live from the airport in Zurich as she makes her way home and reflects on another historic achievement from this England side Download the Fotmob app here: ⁠⁠https://click.fotmob.com/974672417/TheEnglandPod⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker gather for one last preview pod ahead of the Euro 2025 final between England and Spain. What can Sarina Wiegman do to combat the threat of world champions Spain? Will the subs be the difference again? Download the Fotmob app here: ⁠https://click.fotmob.com/974672417/TheEnglandPod⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the England Pod's Fotmob Predictor League here: ⁠⁠⁠https://predict.fotmob.com/1000080/join/BPKMKFMU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker gather the morning after the night before which saw the Lionesses once again save themselves right at the death thanks to goals from Michelle Agyemang and a 119th minute penalty from Chloe Kelly. England are in the final of the Euros! One more! Download the Fotmob app here: https://click.fotmob.com/974672417/TheEnglandPod⁠⁠⁠ Join the England Pod's Fotmob Predictor League here: ⁠⁠https://predict.fotmob.com/1000080/join/BPKMKFMU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker look ahead to England's semi-final with Italy that will take place on Tuesday night. The expectation is with England but what sort of condition will they be in after that bruising encounter with Sweden? Will we see Sarina make any changes or stick to an unchanged line-up for the fourth game in a row? Download the Fotmob app here: https://click.fotmob.com/974672417/TheEnglandPod⁠⁠⁠ Join the England Pod's Fotmob Predictor League here: ⁠⁠https://predict.fotmob.com/1000080/join/BPKMKFMU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker react to England's incredible comeback triumph over Sweden in an absolutely remarkable quarter-final. Bruised and battered, seemingly beaten multiple times, it was truly one for the ages, but the Lionesses and the England Pod march on to the semi-final. Download the Fotmob app here: https://click.fotmob.com/974672417/TheEnglandPod⁠⁠⁠ Join the England Pod's Fotmob Predictor League here: ⁠⁠https://predict.fotmob.com/1000080/join/BPKMKFMU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices