The Football Hour - Express FM
Episodes
I Wanna Dance With O'Mahony - Monday 17th February
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is joined alongside Kevin Stokes and Sam Stone to review Pompey’s 2-0 win away at Oxford United. The panel discuss the events of the g...
The Devlin's In The Detail - Friday 14th February
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Full reaction to Portsmouth’s midweek victory over Cardiff City and a preview of Saturday’s trip to Oxford United with Jake Smith, Alex Fletcher a...
Bramall Pain - Monday 10th February
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Blues’ 2-1 defeat at Sheffield United on Saturday is analysed by Jake Smith, Jeff Harris and Ian Chiverton. Sunday’s Adobe Women’s FA Cup...
Sheffield In Our Sights - Friday 7th February
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the help of James Wilson and Mark Coates, Jake Smith looks ahead to Pompey’s Championship meeting with Sheffield United at Bramall Lane. Wit...
Counting Down To The Deadline - Monday 3rd February
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Tom Malley and Andrew Barnard look back on Saturday’s goalless draw for Portsmouth against Burnley at Fratton Park. The post-match th...
An Opportunity Missed - Friday 31st Janaury
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pompey’s midweek loss at home to Millwall is picked apart by Jake Smith, Ryan Honey and Sam Stone. With the help of Natalie Bromley from the ‘N...
5 Past Pompey - Monday 27th January
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday’s 5-1 defeat for Portsmouth at West Bromwich Albion is cross-examined by Jake Smith, Joe Wood and Andy Mitchelmore. The panel then look ...
Heading To The Hawthorns - Friday 24th January
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jake Smith, Tom Chappell and Pepe Lacey for full reaction to the Blues’ midweek victory over Stoke City at Fratton Park. Portsmouth’s next...
Ritch In Home Fortune - Monday 20th January
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is joined by Alex Fletcher and Tom Malley to review Pompey’s Matt Ritchie-inspired comeback victory over Middlesbrough at the weekend. ...
A Loss In Lancashire - Friday 17th January
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Assisted by Mark Magee and Jay Clements, Jake Smith provides reaction to Pompey’s 3-0 defeat away at Blackburn Rovers in midweek. The visit of Mi...
Wycombe Leave Pompey Wandering - Monday 13th January
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Reaction to Pompey’s FA Cup Third Round defeat to Wycombe Wanderers with Jake Smith, Eric Coleborn and Joe Wood. Wednesday night’s trip to Blac...
Third Round Forecast - Thursday 9th January
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A look ahead to FA Cup Third Round weekend with Jake Smith, Ryan Honey and Sam Macey. Pompey’s tie at Wycombe on Friday night is previewed with t...
Wilson Wins It On Wearside - Monday 6th January
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Henry Deacon and Alex Fletcher provide full analysis and reaction to Pompey’s 1-0 defeat at Sunderland. The trio also discuss the lat...
Neat On New Year’s - Friday 3rd January
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Portsmouth’s 4-0 victory over Swansea City on New Year’s Day is reviewed by host Jake Smith, audio description commentator Mark Coates and fournil...
Remember '24 - Monday 30th December
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith sits down with Kevin Stokes to review Sunday’s 3-0 defeat at Bristol City and reminisce on a truly unforgettable year for Portsmouth Foot...
Baah Humbug - Friday 27th December
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Blues’ controversy-filled Boxing Day defeat to Watford at Vicarage Road is picked apart by Jake Smith and Brendan Tuttiett. Bristol City supp...
Walking In A Winter WonderLang - Monday 23rd December
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Magee helps Jake Smith review the Blues’ 4-1 victory over Coventry City at Fratton Park, where Callum Lang became the first Portsmouth player t...
'Twas The Match Before Christmas - Friday 20th December
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, James Wilson and Brendan Tuttiett provide a full preview of Pompey’s Championship meeting with Coventry City at the weekend. Also on ...
No Pride At The Park - Monday 16th December
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To dissect Portsmouth’s 4-0 defeat at Derby County on Friday night, Jake Smith is joined alongside Kevin Stokes and Freddie Webb. John Mousinho’...
Things Are Looking A Bit Sweeter - Thursday 12th December
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Chappell and Pepe Lacey assist Jake Smith in reviewing Pompey’s midweek stalemate with Norwich City. The Blues’ next Championship fixture a...
Robins & Canaries - Monday 9th December
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pompey’s 3-0 win over Bristol City at Fratton Park is analysed by Jake Smith, Mark Magee and Ian Chiverton. The panel also discuss the Portsmouth...
Don't You Dare, Darragh! - Friday 6th December
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joined by Mark Coates and Donald Vass, Jake Smith delivers a preview of Pompey’s upcoming Championship meeting with Bristol City at Fratton Park, wh...
Ritchie’s Itch Is Scratched - Monday 2nd December
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith invites Alex Fletcher and Jeff Harris on to the show to review Pompey’s stalemate with Swansea City at the weekend. Author Mick Comben...
Left In The Dark - Friday 29th November
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The postponement of Pompey’s Championship clash with Millwall at Fratton Park on Wednesday night is spoken about in length by Jake Smith, Kevin Stok...
Bert & The Burst Banks Of Darwen - Monday 25th November
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Saturday’s Blackburn postponement and the upcoming visit of Millwall to PO4 are both discussed by Jake Smith, Sam Macey and Reece Hawkins. Colin ...
Back To Blackburn - Friday 22nd November
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Kevin Stokes and Andrew Barnard preview Pompey’s trip to Ewood Park, where the Portsmouth Women were defeated just last weekend. Ther...
Another Break Ends - Monday 18th November
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features a review of Pompey Women’s league defeat at Blackburn, reaction to England’s 5-0 victory over Ireland in the UEFA Nations Le...
Ready For Rovers - Friday 15th November
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is joined in the studio by Eric Coleborn and Tracy Jane to preview Pompey’s next Barclays Women’s Championship fixture. Head coach J...
Colby & His Magic Hat Return - Monday 11th November
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A first Championship win on home soil for Pompey since April 2012 is analysed by Jake Smith, Alex Fletcher and Tom Malley. James Wilson’s post-ma...
Agony At Argyle - Friday 8th November
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Portsmouth’s midweek defeat at Plymouth is reviewed by Jake Smith, Ryan Lewis and Charlie Sinclair, who also look ahead to the visit of Preston Nort...
Pompey Punish Tim's Timid Tigers - Monday 4th November
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A full review of Pompey’s Championship draw at Hull with Jake Smith, George Wedlake and Joe Wood, who also look ahead to the Blues’ midweek trip t...
Highway To Hull - Friday 1st November
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith sits down with Henry Deacon and Mark Magee to preview Portsmouth’s trip to Hull City in the Championship. Kirsty Roxanne features on t...
Questioning The Quality - Monday 28th October
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Blues’ Friday night defeat to Sheffield Wednesday at Fratton Park is dissected by Jake Smith, Alex Fletcher and Andrew Barnard. John Mousinho...
Knocks & Nocks - Thursday 24th October
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Pepe Lacey and Brendan Tuttiett mull over Portsmouth's midweek calamity in Cardiff with passionate reaction to the game, a review of Jorda...
Battle At The Bottom (Part II) - Monday 21st October
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Full reaction to Pompey’s maiden win of the campaign and a preview of the next match against Cardiff City with Jake Smith, Sam Macey and Joe Wood. ...
Battle At The Bottom (Part I) - Friday 18th October
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the company of Kevin Stokes and Mark Coates, Jake Smith looks ahead to Pompey’s return to Championship action away at Queens Park Rangers. Kir...
Dismantled On Derby Day - Monday 14th October
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sunday’s Barclays Women’s Championship defeat for Pompey is analysed by Jake Smith, Sam Stone & Charlie Sinclair. The panel also talk about all...
Bragging Rights On Offer - Friday 11th October
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is assisted by Ian Chiverton and Tracy Jane to look ahead to Sunday’s South Coast Derby in the Barclays Women’s Championship. There’...
Ringing The Changes - Monday 7th October
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the help of Joe Wood and Simon Watts, Jake Smith delivers full reaction to Portsmouth's 1-1 draw with Oxford United in the Championship. The p...
Stoke Score At Will - Friday 4th October
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday night's 6-1 hammering at Stoke is reviewed honestly by Jake Smith, Tom Chappell and Andrew Barnard, who also look ahead to the visit of Oxfo...
The Blues Blunt The Blades - Monday 30th September
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Mark Magee and Reece Hawkins reflect on Pompey’s goalless draw with Sheffield United in the Championship. Fan reaction is also gather...
Itching For A Win - Friday 27th September
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The visit of Sheffield United to Fratton Park is previewed by Jake Smith and his studio panel, which on this occasion consists of Kirsty Roxanne and R...
Moor Misery For Mousinho's Men - Monday 23rd September
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is joined alongside Joe Wood and Brendan Tuttiett to provide reaction to Portsmouth’s 2-1 defeat to expected promotion candidates Burnley...
Asset Protection - Friday 20th September
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pompey’s upcoming trip to Burnley in the Championship is previewed by Jake Smith, Alex Fletcher and Dean Adams. The panel provide insight into th...
Mowed Down By Mowatt - Monday 16th September
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A double-header of 3-0 defeats on home soil for Pompey’s men and women over the weekend is discussed by Jake Smith, Tom Chappell and Andy Mitchelmor...
Baggies & Barclaysmen - Friday 13th September
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Tom Malley and Pepe Lacey look ahead to the visit of West Bromwich Albion to Fratton Park. Saturday’s Barclays Women’s Championship...
Turning The Page - Monday 9th September
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Portsmouth News chief sports writer Neil Allen comes on the show to talk about the release of his new book, ‘Played Up Pompey 4’. Jake Smith al...
A New Season Beckons - Friday 6th September
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Special guests from the Portsmouth Women setup join Jake Smith to look ahead to the start of the 2024/25 Barclays Women’s Championship and the Blues...
Black Cats Purr At PO4 - Monday 2nd September
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith calls upon Matt Drabble and Andy Mitchelmore to help assess the events of Pompey’s 3-1 defeat to Sunderland at the weekend. Head coach...
Slamming The Window Shut - Friday 30th August
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Portsmouth’s transfer deadline day activity is discussed by Jake Smith, Mark Coates and Andrew Barnard, who also go through deals involving other Ch...
Shaugh To The System - Monday 26th August
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith sits down with Sam Macey and Jamie Spencer to discuss the mysterious absence of Conor Shaughnessy and assess Pompey’s 2-2 draw at Middles...
Vying To Be Victorious - Friday 23rd August
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s festival weekend in Portsmouth and the Blues will be hoping to be victorious for the first time this season when they take on Middlesbrough awa...
Who’d Be A Goalie? - Monday 19th August
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A full review of Portsmouth’s goalless draw with Luton Town at Fratton Park is delivered by Jake Smith, Kevin Stokes and Ryan Honey. The panel al...
Honing In On The Hatters - Friday 16th August
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is joined by Tom Malley and Pepe Lacey to review the Blues’ midweek defeat to Millwall in the Carabao Cup and look ahead to the weekend’...
Welcome Back To The Championship - Monday 12th August
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The 2024/25 season is underway and Jake Smith is joined alongside both Barry Clements and Joe Wood to review Pompey’s opening day stalemate with Lee...
All Eyes On Elland Road - Friday 9th August
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Portsmouth’s first game back in the Championship after 12 years away is previewed by Jake Smith, Kevin Stokes and Tom Malley. The panel also disc...
Depending Øn The Danish - Friday 2nd August
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Mark Magee and Andrew Barnard talk you through all of the week’s biggest Pompey news stories. The Blues’ final pre-season friendly ...
Pompey Live Relaunch Special - Monday 29th July
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Express FM’s Pompey Live lineup for the upcoming 2024/25 season is announced by host Jake Smith, who is joined on the show alongside his new matchda...
Patience Pays Off - Friday 26th July
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith sits down with Portsmouth Women director Eric Coleborn and Blues fan Brendan Tuttiett to go through the week’s big Pompey stories. Jac...
All About The Aussies - Monday 22nd July
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pompey’s pre-season victories over Havant & Waterlooville and Bognor Regis Town at the weekend are picked apart by a panel consisting of Jake Smith,...
LIVE From Westleigh Park - Friday 19th July
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith presents the show on scene at Westleigh Park, where Havant & Waterlooville host Portsmouth for the annual pre-season meeting between the si...
Beaten In Berlin - Monday 15th July
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
England’s EURO 2024 Final defeat to Spain at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, Germany is dissected by Jake Smith, Ryan Honey and Pepe Lacey. The pan...
We Still Believe - Friday 12th July
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The EURO 2024 Final between Spain and England is previewed by Jake Smith, Matt Drabble and Mark Magee. Wednesday’s Semi-Final victory for The Thr...
"Pressure Is For Tyres" - Monday 8th July
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
All of the latest Portsmouth FC news and speculation is discussed by Jake Smith, Kevin Stokes and Joe Wood, who also recap the weekend’s EURO 2024 Q...
Getting Down & Shirty - Friday 5th July
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is joined alongside Alex Fletcher and Tom Malley to discuss the latest Blues news, including the reveal of the 2024/25 home kit and a contr...
2024/25 Season Launch - Monday 1st July
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Express FM’s coverage of the 2024/25 season kicks off with Jake Smith, James Wilson and Joe Wood going through Pompey’s Championship fixture list ...
Frustration In Frankfurt - Friday 21st June
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Sam Stone and Andrew Barnard discuss the latest from EURO 2024 and analyse England’s Group Stage stalemate with Denmark. Portsmouth W...
Rhine Report - Monday 17th June
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith sits down with Paul Marsh and James Wilson to review the first few days of EURO 2024, including England’s 1-0 victory over Serbia at the ...
EURO 2024 Preview - Friday 14th June
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who will be lifting the Henri Delaunay Trophy next month? Could football finally be coming home this summer? Jake Smith, Paul Marsh & Ben McFadyean pr...
PST Summer Update - Monday 10th June
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is joined by Mark Magee and Pompey Supporters’ Trust chair Donald Vass to talk all things Portsmouth FC and England’s chances at the up...
Lowe? You Never Know! - Friday 7th June
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Alex Fletcher and Pepe Lacey sit down to discuss all of the latest Portsmouth FC news and rumours. The trio also provide their thoughts...
Going Pro - Monday 3rd June
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The news of the Pompey Women turning professional this summer is discussed by Jake Smith, Matt Drabble and director Eric Coleborn. Head coach Jay S...
2023/24 Season Highlights - Friday 31st May
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith takes you on a journey through Portsmouth’s 2023/24 campaign with full highlights of the men’s league and cup fixtures! 53 games acr...
End Of Season Quiz - Monday 27th May
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Tom Chappell vs Reece Hawkins in Express FM’s big end of season Pompey quiz, hosted by Jake Smith! There are 7 rounds to enjoy, including ...
Rumour Mill Ramblings - Friday 24th May
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is joined alongside James Wilson and Sam Macey to go over all of the latest Portsmouth Football Club news and rumours. •••• J...
“Where’s Your Promotion Party?” - Monday 20th May
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An assessment of the League One and League Two Play-Off Finals with Jake Smith, Alex Fletcher and Tom Chappell. The panel also discuss the latest P...
Sailing On Forward - Friday 17th May
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith sits down with Matt Corrick and Rhys Harding to discuss the latest Portsmouth FC news. Paul Marsh also calls in with a non-league update...
Behind The Lens - Monday 13th May
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Photographer Jason Brown shares his experiences following and shooting for Portsmouth Football Club! Host Jake Smith also catches up with Blues fan...
Babbling About The Blues - Friday 10th May
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The latest Portsmouth FC news is picked apart by Jake Smith, Alex Fletcher and Mark Coates. Brad Wall’s arrival as Head of Recruitment, Bayer Lev...
Out With 1 Final Sting - Monday 6th May
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is helped by Sam Stone and Ian Chiverton to recap Pompey Women’s emphatic 10-1 victory over London Bees at Westleigh Park. Portsmouth’...
Time For Tough Calls - Friday 3rd May
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Tom Chappell and Pepe Lacey react to Portsmouth’s retained list, which saw the announcement of 1 contract renewal, 4 players in negotiat...
Those Were The Days - Monday 29th April
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pompey’s final day victory at Lincoln is reviewed by Jake Smith, Matt Drabble and Sam Macey. The trio also revisit the club’s ‘Champions on t...
Bidding Adieu To The 3rd Tier - Friday 26th April
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is helped by Alex Fletcher and Pepe Lacey to look ahead to Portsmouth’s final game of the season, which takes place at Lincoln City’s S...
The Promotion Hangover - Monday 22nd April
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pompey’s defeat to Wigan Athletic in their final home fixture of the 2023/24 season is analysed by Jake Smith, Mark Magee and Andrew Barnard. The...
Promoted As League One Champions - Friday 19th April
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is in conversation with Alex Fletcher and Freddie Webb as Pompey’s promotion-winning victory over Barnsley in midweek is discussed. Th...
1 Point From Glory - Monday 15th April
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Josh Sweetman and Pepe Lacey go through Pompey’s stalemate at Bolton and preview the midweek visit of Barnsley to Fratton Park. An ex...
On The Cusp Of Promotion - Friday 12th April
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is joined by Barry Clements and Joe Wood to preview Portsmouth’s trip up to Bolton Wanderers, where a win for the Blues would not only se...
Shrewd Business - Monday 8th April
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is in conversation with Sam Stone and Pepe Lacey to go over Pompey’s 3-1 victory over Shrewsbury Town. The post-match thoughts of Colb...
Mox And The Fox - Friday 5th April
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kirsty Roxanne and Mark Magee join Jake Smith to go over Pompey’s 2-2 draw with Derby County in midweek. The upcoming visit of Shrewsbury Town to...
Portsmouth’s Armada Find A Way - Monday 1st April
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Blues’ top-of-the-table clash with Derby County in midweek is previewed by Jake Smith, Tom Malley and Matt Corrick. Pompey’s Good Friday vi...
Bound For Buckinghamshire - Thursday 28th March
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Mark Coates and Andy Mitchelmore preview a busy Easter weekend for Portsmouth Football Club. Good Friday’s trip to Wycombe Wanderers ...
Plenty To Shout About - Monday 25th March
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Topics of conversation on this episode include Portsmouth Women’s 4-0 victory over Rugby Borough, PitC’s £10k grant for the John Jenkins Stadium ...
Spotlight On Portsmouth Women - Friday 22nd March
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith talks all things Pompey Women with director Eric Coleborn and new Supporters’ Club founder Ian Chiverton. Portsmouth’s men are not i...
A Dozen Undefeated - Monday 18th March
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Portsmouth take a step closer to the Championship with a 1-0 win at Peterborough United, a game which is picked apart by Jake Smith, George Wedlake an...
The Panenka & The Posh - Friday 15th March
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is joined by Sam Macey to discuss the Blues’ midweek win over Burton Albion at Fratton Park. The panel also look ahead to Pompey’s t...
A Blank On The Beach - Monday 11th March
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pompey’s goalless draw at Blackpool is assessed by Jake Smith, Joe Wood and Andrew Barnard. The midweek visit of Burton Albion to Fratton Park is...
The Final 10 - Friday 8th March
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith, Kevin Stokes and James Wilson take a look ahead to Pompey's next League One away fixture at Blackpool. There are also feature interview...
Corner Flag Chaos - Monday 4th March
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is assisted by Andy Mitchelmore and Pepe Lacey to go through the key talking points from Pompey’s 2-1 win over Oxford United at Fratton P...
In Control Of Our Own Destiny - Friday 1st March
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another huge weekend of League One football is previewed by Jake Smith, Alex Fletcher and Dean Adams. The panel also highlight Pompey’s reported ...
1 Point Closer - Monday 26th February
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Smith is joined alongside Mark Magee and Tom Chappell to discuss Portsmouth’s goalless draw with Charlton at the weekend. Reaction from that...