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Football Daily
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The latest news, insight, analysis and big-name guests from the Premier League, EFL, Scottish, International and European football. Plus, fact-checking football stories with Karel Prince: Lie Detector. Get in touch with us @5liveSport on social media and remember to leave us your ratings and reviews.
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World Cup: The Commentators' View Special 2.0
Jul 900:46:19Tap to summarizeJohn Murray, Ian Dennis and Ali Bruce-Ball catch up ahead of the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals. John reflects on another amazing experience at the Azteca where he witnessed England grind out a 3-2 win over Mexico to reach the quarter-finals. Ian tells us what it was like being at the 'match of the tournament' - Argentina v Cape Verde. And has Ali possibly just eaten the best bowl of pasta in his life? They're also joined by special guest engineer Rob as he lifts the curtain on how things work behind the scenes at stadiums on match day. Messages, questions and voicenotes welcome throughout the tournament on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk.2’09 - The best bowl of pasta Ali has ever eaten? 3’25 - John being recognised far and wide 5’20 - England media day sausage rolls & interviewing Dan Burn 6’26 - John's reflections on England v Mexico 8’30 - Behind the scenes at the Azteca 10’13 - Seeing Jordan Henderson on a stretcher and interviewing Kane 12’31 - Ian witnessing Argentina v Cape Verde 16’19 - The performance of African teams at the World Cup 20’46 - Listener correspondence 23’41 - Engineer Rob talking microphones and behind the scenes 28'47 - Uncle Ian's advice to beer flying 30’58 - Unintended pub names 37’57 - John’s case of mistaken identity 39’37 - John’s tribute to Malcolm Wright 42’08 - How is Ian getting on with Chris Sutton?
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World Cup: A Taste Of Norway
Jul 900:29:09Tap to summarizeWhat should England expect from Norway?Ahead of the World Cup quarter-final, Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined in Santa Monica by Norwegian fans Erik Steigen and Henning Gabrielsen, who bring a little bit of home to LA.They explain the Erling Haaland effect, why football has never been bigger in Norway, how confident Norwegians are of beating England and what this team means back home.Plus, Rick and Lloyd put their taste buds to the test with Norwegian chocolate, flatbread topped with caviar paste and mayonnaise, and perhaps the most divisive of the lot... mackerel in tomato sauce.
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World Cup: Did VAR Cost Egypt?
Jul 800:37:28Tap to summarizeArgentina came from 2-0 down with just 11 minutes remaining to beat Egypt 3-2... but the biggest talking point afterwards was VAR.Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by the BBC's Football Issues Correspondent Dale Johnson to dissect the controversial decisions that overshadowed an extraordinary comeback and ask whether Egypt were denied a famous victory.Stephen Warnock is alongside the boys to break down one of the most dramatic matches of the World Cup, reflect on Switzerland's penalty shootout win over Colombia and continue the never-ending search for the perfect football pun.Plus, Stephen turns up with a surprise present for Lloyd... a toy fire engine.
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Cristiano Ronaldo: Football's First Billionaire Player (from Good Bad Billionaire)
Jul 700:43:48Tap to summarizeCristiano Ronaldo's World Cup journey is over, and whether we'll ever see him in a Portugal shirt again remains to be seen. In this special edition of Football Daily, BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng brings you an episode of the Good Bad Billionaire podcast, exploring how Ronaldo transformed himself from a boy growing up in poverty on the remote island of Madeira into one of the most recognisable people on the planet. Together they trace Ronaldo's remarkable rise from a homesick teenager at Sporting CP's academy to global superstardom with Manchester United and Real Madrid, where relentless dedication, record-breaking performances and shrewd business decisions helped turn him into both a sporting icon and a global brand. Zing and Simon explore the business of modern football: from mega transfers and billion-dollar brand deals, to tax battles and legal disputes. Ronaldo leveraged social media fame to build his CR7 empire, so is he the ultimate self-made success story, a divisive global brand, or simply the most effective monetiser of talent in sporting history? Good Bad Billionaire is the podcast that explores the lives of the super-rich and famous, tracking their wealth, philanthropy, business ethics, and success. If you want to listen to more of the podcast, including episodes about LeBron James and Roman Abramovich, then search ‘Good Bad Billionaire’ on BBC Sounds.
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World Cup: USA Out & Ronaldo's Final World Cup
Jul 700:45:22Tap to summarizeThe USA's World Cup is over after a 4-1 defeat to Belgium.Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by The Athletic's Adam Crafton from the stadium to react to the hosts' dramatic exit, the fallout from Folarin Balogun's controversial red-card suspension and the debate surrounding Donald Trump's call to FIFA over the decision.NBA player for the Cleveland Cavaliers and part owner of Leeds, Larry Nance Jr, reflects on what this World Cup has meant for football in the United States and whether the tournament has left a lasting legacy.Plus, Guillem Balague looks back on the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career after Portugal's exit, reflecting on his extraordinary legacy and where he ranks among football's all-time greats.
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World Cup: England Survive Mexico Thriller
Jul 600:39:00Tap to summarizeEngland are through to the World Cup quarter-finals after surviving the game of the tournament so far.Goals, red cards, VAR drama and an unforgettable night at the Azteca Stadium had it all as Thomas Tuchel's side edged past Mexico in a last-16 classic.With Lloyd Griffith back from Las Vegas, he joins Rick Edwards and Dion Dublin to relive an extraordinary evening, break down how England overcame one of their toughest tests yet and ask what it means for their World Cup hopes.Plus, friend of the pod Greg James checks in, fresh from Taylor Swift's wedding, with a voice note from Brazil v Norway.
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World Cup: 10 man England beat Mexico in a classic – 5 Live Reaction
Jul 600:37:44Tap to summarizeRelive the atmosphere and instant reaction from 5Live at full time as England clinch a quarter final place in the World Cup, thanks to a heroic display from Thomas Tuchel's men. Mark Chapman is joined by Paul Robinson, Matthew Upson, Stephen Warnock and John Murray to discuss a night they'll never forget. Hear from Tuchel, Jordan Pickford, Jude Bellingham and a very hoarse Harry Kane in the Azteca Stadium. 15:03 INTERVIEW: Harry Kane 18:39 Concerns over a post-match injury to Jordan Henderson 23:10 How will England set up against Norway in the quarter final? 27:08 INTERVIEW: Thomas Tuchel 30:58 INTERVIEW: Jude Bellingham 33:36 INTERVIEW: Jordan Pickford
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World Cup: Can England Cope With Mexico?
Jul 500:35:47Tap to summarizeCan England cope with Mexico?With Lloyd Griffith still in Las Vegas, Dion Dublin joins Rick Edwards to preview England's last-16 clash and ask whether they can handle the heat, altitude and atmosphere at the iconic Azteca Stadium.BBC Sport's senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel brings the latest from England camp, while Moroccan football journalist Amine El Mari explains why Morocco believe they can upset France and continue their World Cup story.Plus, a voice note arrives from Steve in Gillingham... or does it?
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World Cup: Rick & Lloyd Best Bits
Jul 400:20:11Tap to summarizeWe're now more than half way through the World Cup and Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith have quite rightly earned themselves a day off, so here's a chance to listen back to some of their best moments on the podcast so far.TIMECODES: 0'27 - Lloyd's opening question in the BBC's first interview with an England player 4'40 - Rick & Lloyd on a tandem bike 8'37 - Steve Bracknall's appearance England v Croatia 13'42 - Ronaldo Humble Pie
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World Cup: David Villa On Spain, Messi & World Cup Glory
Jul 300:39:25Tap to summarizeWorld Cup winner and Spain's record goalscorer, David Villa, joins Rick Edwards to reflect on Spain's impressive 2-0 win over Austria and explains why he believes they can go all the way at this World Cup.The former Spain striker also discusses Mikel Oyarzabal's importance to this team, shares memories of playing alongside Lionel Messi and reveals what it takes to win football's biggest prize.With Lloyd Griffith away in Las Vegas, Guillem Balague and Dion Dublin join Rick to analyse Spain's latest statement victory and debate the dramatic finish to Portugal's clash with Croatia after a late equaliser was ruled out by VAR.TIMECODES: 0’00 - Guillem Balague alongside Rick 1’53 - David Villa on Mikel Oyarzabal 4’33 - David Villa on Golden Boot 6’09 - On what it was like to play with Lionel Messi 7’22 - What does he think on this Spain team? 8’50 - A word on England “I believe in them” 9’20 - On the new ball for strikers 17’40 - Dion joins to recap the Spain game & Portugal v Croatia madness
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