If You Know Your History: A Podcast of Remarkable Football Stories
Episodes
Football’s First Superstar: Sir Stanley Matthews
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of If You Know Your History, Jonny and Mark tell the story of Sir Stanley Matthews — the winger who changed football forever. From S...
Why Lord Nelson Is Everywhere in Football
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mark and Jonny explore the fascinating history of Lord Nelson, the towns named after him, and his influence on sports and culture and...
The Story of Saint and Greavsie PT2: When Football Was Funny
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Before Sky Sports, before modern punditry, there was Saint and Greavsie. Ian St John and Jimmy Greaves went from top-level footballers to the most fam...
How Two Footballers Changed TV Forever: The Early Years of Saint and Greavsie
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Before they became the legendary TV double act Saint and Greavsie, Ian St John and Jimmy Greaves were two of the biggest stars in British football. Fr...
Phoenix Plights: Wrexham’s Rise From the Ashes
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In part two of the Wrexham story on If You Know Your History, Jonny, Mark and guest Tim Edwards dive into the club’s remarkable rebirth. From fan ow...
Wrexham: The Fall That Forged The Red Dragons
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For years, Wrexham were Wales’ Football League standard bearers. Then came administration, a 10-point deduction, and a fight to save the Racecourse ...
Dirty Leeds and the Rivalries That Forged a Footballing Empire
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this special bonus episode of If You Know Your History, we’re joined by acclaimed author and MP Chris Evans, whose brilliant books on Don Revie a...
The Don Revie Story: From Dirty Leeds to Modern Football
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny and Mark are joined by their first-ever guest, Chris Evans MP, for a two-part deep dive into the complicated genius of Don Revie - the man who ...
Don Revie: The Leeds Legend Before “Dirty Leeds”
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back, and we’re kicking off our new run with a deep dive into Don Revie… before the Leeds dynasty, before “Dirty Leeds”, and before th...
The Christmas Day Football Match That Stopped World War One
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this festive edition of If You Know Your History, we explore football’s extraordinary role during the First World War. Joined by historian Christ...
How Sir Alex Rebuilt Manchester United
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mark & Jonny look back at the early years of Sir Alex Ferguson’s reign at Manchester United — a time of struggle, transformation,...
Sir Alex Ferguson: Aberdeen The Glory Years
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the third part of our Alex Ferguson epic, Mark and Jonny trace Sir Alex Ferguson’s journey from his early days in Scotland to becoming one of foo...
Sir Alex Ferguson: From Govan to Managerial Greatness
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this, the second part of our deep dive into Alex Ferguson, Mark and Jonny dive into the extraordinary journey of his life. From his working-class u...
The Making of Sir Alex Ferguson: The Early Years of the Legend
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this first part of a four-part epic, Jonny & Mark delve into the life and career of Sir Alex Ferguson, exploring his early life in Glasgow, the imp...
Watford’s Rocket Man: How Elton John Changed Football
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Jonny delve into the multifaceted legacy of Elton John and his profound connection to football, particularly his role as a passionate support...
The Story of Celtic’s 1967 European Cup Triumph
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step back into football history as Mark and Jonny revisit Celtic’s legendary 1967 European Cup victory under the iconic Jock Stein. #ifyouknowyour...
Celtic and European Glory: The Rise Under Jock Stein
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Jonny delve into the rich history of Scottish football, focusing on the remarkable achievements of Celtic, particularly their 1967 victory in...
Welcome to Wrexham: The Full Story of their Football and Identity
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark & Jonny explore Wrexham AFC’s rich footballing and cultural heritage. They highlight the club’s passionate community spirit, its significance...
River Plate vs Boca Juniors: A Historic Rivalry in Argentinian Football
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark & Jonny delve into the rich history of Argentinian football, exploring its origins, the influence of British immigrants, the formation of key foo...
Brighton vs Crystal Palace: The History of the Fierce Feud
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Jonny explore the rich history and rivalry between Brighton and Crystal Palace, delving into the cultural, geographical, and historical conte...
Arsenal FC: From Humble Beginnings to Football Giants
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jonny and Mark delve into the rich history of Arsenal Football Club, exploring its origins, key figures, and significant milestones. From its beginnin...
Can Can Cantona: The Iconic Journey of Eric Cantona
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jonny Owen and Mark Webster as they delve into the fascinating life and career of Eric Cantona, one of the most iconic figures in English footbal...
From Belfast to the World: George Best the LA Years | If You Know Your History
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mark and Jonny explore the life and legacy of George Best, one of football's most iconic figures. From his rise to fame as a pop star...
The Forgotten Legends Who Built Italian Football: AC Milan’s True Story
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of If You Know Your History delves into the rich history of AC Milan, exploring its origins, the significant split that led to the format...
Jimmy Hill PT2: How He Transformed Football on TV
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for the second part of the dive deep into the life and legacy of Jimmy Hill, this time covering his life as a media personality and how he sha...
Jimmy Hill's Legacy and how it Evolved Football
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we dive deep into the life and legacy of Jimmy Hill, a pivotal figure in football history. From his early days as a player to his influenti...
Cardiff City, Ninian Park & Welsh Football: Passion, Rivalries & Heritage
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we dive deep into the powerful legacy of Cardiff City FC and its legendary home, Ninian Park. From the club’s historic roots and fierce r...
The Rise of Chelsea FC and the King's Road Kids
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jonny and Mark explore the rich history of Chelsea FC, focusing on the cultural significance of the King's Road, the influence of manager Tommy Dohert...
Miracle Men: Clough, Nottingham Forest & The European Glory Years
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Jonny go behind the scenes of Jonny's iconic I Believe in Miracles documentary – from Clough and Taylor’s genius to the swagger of ‘70s...
Total Football: The Early Years of Johan Cruyff
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jonny & Mark explore the early life of Johan Cruyff - the wiry kid from Amsterdam who redefined the beautiful game. From street football to Ajax glory...
Mancs vs Scousers: More Than Just Football
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The rivalry between Manchester and Liverpool goes way beyond football - it’s a clash of culture, pride, and history. In this episode, Jonny and Mark...
Scousers vs Mancs: Football’s Biggest Rivalry?
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester goes way beyond football – it’s a clash of culture, pride, and identity. In this episode, Jonny and M...
If You Know Your History Trailer
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If You Know Your History is a football history podcast where broadcasters Jonny Owen and Mark Webster explore the fascinating connections between foot...