The Square Ball: Leeds United Podcast
Episodes
#195: Corner Shop
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Will Lionel Messi be gracing the EFL Trophy next season? That's the burning question as the Adidas-clad players return to Thorp Arch without any first...
Interview: Angus Kinnear
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The highlights of our chat with Leeds United's Chief Executive, Angus Kinnear, recorded on Thursday 13th August 2020. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesqu...
#194: Teaspoon of Whiskas
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Leeds United are officially a Premier League club and we have a new raft of sponsors on board. Will we break the bank so Ben White can join and how wo...
#193: Nanny
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The players are on holiday, enjoying a combination of clubs, yachts and sausages, before the hard work starts again in the Premier League. We put Ben ...
#192: FO to the EFL
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With promotion in the bag we bid a not so fond farewell to the EFL. We start spending the Premier League millions and pay tribute to our white-shirted...
#191: Leeds Campeón!
23 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We did it! The proud Peacocks are EFL Championship champions and will return to the Premier League, but not before they've dealt with Charlton first. ...
The Match Ball: Charlton Athletic (H) | EFL Championship
23 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The final game of the season saw Bielsa's champions thump Lee Bowyer's team 4-0 at Elland Road. Full time reaction as United lift the trophy. With lev...
The Match Ball: Derby County (A) | EFL Championship | Live Campeoncast!
19 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded live at the Brudenell Social Club. Full time reaction as the champions defeated WRDC 3-1 at Pride Park. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareba...
The Match Ball: Barnsley (H) | EFL Championship
16 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After securing a 1-0 victory a nail biting Yorkshire derby, United need only one more point to return to the Premier League. Full time reaction. With ...
#190: Spinning
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We pause to pay tribute to Jack Charlton before celebrating the new heroes who have put the Whites on the verge of promotion. Pablo produced the good ...
The Match Ball: Swansea City (A) | EFL Championship
12 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Full time reaction as Pablo Hernandez's late goal leaves Leeds United on the verge of promotion to the Premier League. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesq...
The Match Ball: Stoke City (H) | EFL Championship
09 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Full time reaction as The Whites trounced Michael O'Neill's Potters 5-0 to return to the top of the table and leave themselves needing seven points fo...
#189: Alleyway
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You don't insult Pablo Hernandez without consequences. This week, we dish out some pod justice to Nathan Jones and, with promotion edging nearer, try ...
The Match Ball: Blackburn Rovers (A) | EFL Championship
04 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It finished 3-1 at Ewood Park thanks to goals from Bamford, Phillips & Klich. Full time reaction. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted o...
The Match Ball: Luton Town (H) | EFL Championship
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A frustrating game against Nathan Jones's men ended 1-1 at Elland Road. Full time thoughts. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted on Acast. S...
#188: Beetroot Features
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Whites overcame Scott Parker and his blardigan and it's straight onto Nathan Jones's Hatters, with the Luton boss clearly knowing his history. We ...
The Match Ball: Fulham (H) | EFL Championship
27 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After a tough first half, United saw off Scott 'Scotty' Parker's men in a 3-0 victory. Full time reaction. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hos...
#187: Linesmen on Hoverboards
24 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
United blew it at Cardiff, but we're not too worried as another chance presents itself against Fulham at the weekend. It's time to throw some shade to...
The Match Ball: Cardiff City (A) | EFL Championship
21 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Peacocks returned to football, but came back from Wales empty handed after falling 2-0 to the Bluebirds. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball H...
#186: Blocked Pipes
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Finally the football returns and this week the pod look ahead to Cardiff away. A young man from across the Pennines has been doing good, but can we do...
#185: Big Telly
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The fixtures are out, and they're just the same as before! We start thinking about football again and it's a bit terrifying. And who's been taking thi...
#184: Secretary
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
June 20th sees the Championship return and Leeds United are ready, but not everybody is. And Bayern Munich still aren't ready to give us back our Euro...
#183: Finger Shaming
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
United are back in training and the EFL is returning, but Hull City Tigers are toothless about the whole thing. The folly of fringes and what Maverick...
#182: Grandmother
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Finally we get the chance to throw some shade at another club for something football related, and it feels good! The EFL is gearing up for a return, b...
#181: Bear Baiting
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With football getting ready to return, will the Premier League strong-arm the bottom six into accepting relegation? Meanwhile, Victor Orta is hoping f...
#180: Babylon
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It turns out the Premier League bottom six are all greedy cry babies who want to have their cake and eat it. Luckily the FIFA Fair Play Award winners ...
#179: Das Pauser
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Difficult times need good news, and we're delighted to see Dom Matteo on the mend, but are we allowed to be nice to his surgeon? We hope friendship is...
#178: Norman Hunter
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We pay tribute to Norman Hunter, who died last week of Covid-19. The latest updates plus Heroes & Villains. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquarebal...
#177: Send Nudes
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the episode we celebrate the glory of some of Leeds United's cult heroes: Luciano Becchio, Norman Hunter, and the wonderful individual that is Gjan...
#176: 3 Mile Dog
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The pod reassembles for the first time since the 24 hour Football Manager marathon. We hear of Aussie tensions and some unthinkable transfers that tha...
#175: A Fool's Errand
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Staying in is the new going out - except for Jack Grealish. Meanwhile, the lads of Leeds are doing a far better job of being locked down; but just who...
#174: Webcams, Bogroll & Adam Pope
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
While we're all social distancing from each other, we catch up with BBC Radio Leeds commentator Adam Pope to find out what he's doing during the lockd...
#173: Supply Teacher
18 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With the Coronavirus forcing the season to be paused, we wonder where we go from here, and what the football authorities will do? Has this humanitaria...
The Extra Ball: John Helm Interview
15 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded in July 2019, we bring you our interview with commentating legend John Helm. We hear about his relationship with Don Revie, his thoughts on B...
#172: German Dungeon
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With Coronavirus causing a lockdown at Thorp Arch we wonder what impact it might have on Leeds United and football as a whole. We celebrate Leeds sell...
The Match Ball: Huddersfield Town (H) | EFL Championship
07 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Full time reaction as United beat Huddersfield Town 2-0 at Elland Road to return to the top of the league. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hos...
#171: Dia-Betis
04 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Recording before the Kiko Casilla report was available. Thoughts on the promotion run in and what's needed to see us home, starting with Huddersfield ...
The Match Ball: Hull City (A) | EFL Championship
29 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Peacocks mauled the Tigers 4-0 at the KCom. Full time reaction to Leeds United's thumping win. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted on A...
The Match Ball: Middlesbrough (A) | EFL Championship
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Whites took on Jonathan Woodgate's men at the Riverside and came away with a 1-0 win. Full time reaction. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball ...
#170: When We Were 18
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With Reading safely packed off back to Royal Berkshire, United continue their promotion push with trips to Middlesbrough and Hull. But who is lamentin...
The Match Ball: Reading (H) | EFL Championship
22 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It finished Peacocks 1-0 Royals at Elland Road. Full time reaction. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
#169: He Man
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
United are back! After demolishing Lee Johnson's Bristol City it's on to Reading at the weekend. One former player has been trash talking, and it's go...
The Match Ball: Bristol City (H) | EFL Championship
15 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lee Johnson's men came up short at Elland Road as the Peacocks triumphed 1-0. Full time reaction. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted on Ac...
The Match Ball: Brentford (A) | EFL Championship
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
United went to Griffin Park for the final time. Full time reaction as Bielsa's Boys head back to West Yorkshire with a point. With levisolicitors.co.u...
#168: Kappa Socks
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Another defeat for United prompted something of a crisis, but not all members of the podcast are having it. Previews of Brentford and Bristol City. Wi...
The Match Ball: Nottingham Forest (A) | EFL Championship
08 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Full time reaction as United fell to another defeat at the City Ground. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
#167: Mrs Tiggy-Winkle
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Leeds United psychodrama hit new heights with the loss to Wigan and the absence of Big Kev. We had our first glance of him at Hillsborough, but ho...
The Match Ball: Wigan Athletic (H) | EFL Championship
01 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Peacocks fell to a 1-0 defeat to Paul Cook's men at Elland Road. Full time thoughts. With levisolicitors.co/thesquareball Hosted on Acast. See aca...
The Match Ball: Millwall (H) | EFL Championship
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wow. The Peacocks defeated the Lions 3-2 in a crazy game at Elland Road. Full time (incoherent) thoughts! With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Host...
#166: Your Daughter
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
United are back in action this week against Millwall and Wigan, with JKA and Ian Poveda added to the ranks. Fans are happy, we're happy, and those lot...
#165: Yucky Chips
22 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
And breathe! After the post-QPR hysteria we tackle Leeds United's situation with calmer heads this time. There's a break before Millwall, which gives ...
The Match Ball: QPR (A) | EFL Championship
18 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
United came away from Loftus Road with a 1-0 defeat. Everything went tits up. Full time reaction. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted on Ac...
#164: Over a Mini
15 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Defeat to Wednesday means everyone is panicking, especially with the transfer window open. All hope rests on a win at QPR at the weekend, hopefully wi...
The Match Ball: Sheffield Wednesday (H) | EFL Championship
11 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Garry Monk's Owls took the points away from Elland Road as the Whites fell 2-0. Full time reaction. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted on ...
#163: He Could've
07 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Arsenal, Monday; Wednesday, Saturday. After a glorious first half at the Emirates, how will we fare against Garry Monk's Owls? Will we ever see young ...
The Match Ball: Arsenal (A) | FA Cup 3rd Round
06 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
United were defeated 1-0 at the Emirates, but came away with their heads held high. Full time reaction from the Arsenal match. With levisolicitors.co....
The Match Ball: West Bromwich Albion (A) | EFL Championship
01 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It was one goal apiece at the Hawthorns as United gained a point and stayed top of the Championship. Full time reaction. With levisolicitors.co.uk/the...
#162: Barrel Boy
31 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Peacocks ended the decade with insanity at St Andrews and kick off 2020 with the biggest game of the season. But is everything really at stake at ...
The Match Ball: Birmingham City (A) | EFL Championship
29 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Wow! In one of the most incredible games of the decade, Leeds United beat Birmingham City 5-4. Hear our mangled full time thoughts. With levisolicitor...
The Match Ball: Preston North End (H) | EFL Championship
26 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
United rescued a point against Preston with a late deflected effort from Stuart Dallas to leave us eight points clear of third. Full time reaction. Wi...
TSB's Christmas Message
25 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As is tradition on Christmas Day, The Square Ball brings you a festive message from an elder statesperson . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
The Match Ball: Fulham (A) | EFL Championship
21 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It was a first defeat in a while for the Whites at Craven Cottage. Full time thoughts as United lost 2-1 to Scott Parker's team. With levisolicitors.c...
#161: Hello Sweet Friend
18 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast was recorded in London, ahead of the FSA Awards. With beer in hand, we get giddy trying to pick over the bones of the Cardiff game and, w...
The Match Ball: Cardiff City (H) | EFL Championship
14 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Leeds United did a Leeds and totally Leeds-ed it in at Elland Road against the Bluebirds. Full time thoughts on the 3-3 draw. With levisolicitors.co.u...
Ups and Downs: The Inside Stories From Leeds United's Biggest Matches
14 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We chat to author James Willoughby about his new book Ups and Downs, which takes us behind the scenes at some of Leeds United's most famous matches. J...
100 Years of Leeds United: Never Go Back
12 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this second in this series released to celebrate the release of Moscow's audiobook, we look back on the return of John Charles to Leeds United. Whe...
The Match Ball: Hull City (H) | EFL Championship
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Full time thoughts as Leeds United defeated the Tigers 2-0 under the lights at Elland Road. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted on Acast. S...
#160: Kitten Toast
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded in that sliver of daylight between the Huddersfield and Hull matches, this pod celebrates United's fine run of form heading into December. Re...
100 Years of Leeds United: The Christmas Cracker
09 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're celebrating the release of the audiobook of Moscowhite's book '100 Years of Leeds United' with a series of short podcasts featuring clips from t...
The Match Ball: Huddersfield Town (A) | EFL Championship
07 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Another win saw the Whites return to the top of the Championship. A 2-0 win in Kirklees thanks to goals from Gjanni Alisoki and Pablo Hernandez meant ...
#159: Scrubbers
03 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Five wins on the bounce and the Peacocks are flying high! With Woodgate and Boro suitably dispatched we move onto Huddersfield next, and the Cowley br...
The Match Ball: Middlesbrough (H) | EFL Championship
30 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
United thumped Boro 4-0 at Elland Road with two goals from Klich and one each from Bamford and Costa. Our full time thoughts as the Peacocks returned ...
The Phil Hay Show #1: So Far So Good
28 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy episode 1 of our brand new collaboration with The Athletic, starring the leading authority on Leeds United, Phil Hay. We reflect on the late vic...
The Match Ball: Reading (A) | EFL Championship
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Leeds pinched it at the death in Berkshire with a goal from Jack Harrison. Full time thoughts after United's the Madejski Stadium. With levisolicitors...
#158: Fingers
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It was glory for Pat Bamford at the weekend, but the Bedfordshire natives didn't agree. With Luton and their wonderful ground suitably dispatched it's...
The Match Ball: Luton Town (A) | EFL Championship
23 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
United triumphed at Kenilworth Road with a late winner and a goal from Patrick Bamford. We're delighted! Full time thoughts. With levisolicitors.co.uk...
#157: Grame
19 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We head to Luton and Reading next, now the international break is mercifully over. How will United fare with six very winnable points on the table? Wh...
#156: No Entrar!
12 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're heading into the international break better off than last year, but of course the press couldn't resist a pop at the Peacocks. After a good stea...
The Match Ball: Blackburn Rovers (H) | EFL Championship
09 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Peacocks triumphed 2-1 at a cold Elland Road against Tony Mowbray's Blackburn Rovers team. Full time thoughts. With levisolicitors.co.uk. Hosted o...
#155: Stomach
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
After finally getting the comfortable 2-0 we were all crying out for, we wonder: can we go one better against Blackburn? But, as ever with Leeds, ther...
The Match Ball: QPR (H) | EFL Championship
02 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Full time thoughts as the Whites triumphed 2-0 at Elland Road against QPR to go top of the league. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acas...
#154: Blowhole
29 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With United defending their way to promotion, George Graham style, we look forward to maximum points in November. But with goals hard to come by, we w...
The Match Ball: Sheffield Wednesday (A) | EFL Championship
26 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
United came away from Hillsborough with a point in a 0-0 draw. Reaction at the full time whistle. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast...
The Match Ball: Preston North End (A) | EFL Championship
22 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Eddie Nketiah salvaged a late point for the Peacocks at Deepdale. Our full time thoughts. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...
#153: Screaming in the Bathroom
22 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Leeds United turned 100 years old and marked the occasion with a victory against Birmingham - even if it felt like an expensive week. We find out what...
The Match Ball: Birmingham City (H) | EFL Championship
19 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Whites defeated the Blues 1-0 at Elland Road in the centenary match. Here are our immediate post-match thoughts. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted ...
#152: Biscuit
15 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Leeds United is 100 years old this week this biggest centenary news concerns Ellie the Elephant. With the international break nearly over, the team wi...
#151: Retired Police Dog
08 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When is a red card not a red card? When it's flashed at a Swiss Peacock, of course! We lost at Millwall, like we always lose at Millwall, but this tim...
The Match Ball: Millwall (A) | EFL Championship
05 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Peacocks lost 2-1 in Bermondsey. Here's our full time reaction as the 10-man Whites faltered at Millwall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
The Match Ball: WBA (H) | EFL Championship
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Bielsa's boys beat Bilic's Baggies with Bamford brute force and a Bartley boot. Full time reaction following the 1-0 win at Elland Road. Hosted on Aca...
#150: John Charles Had No Pets
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
United lost at Charlton, so we're all a bit worried going into the West Brom game. Predictions for the game are mixed, but don't worry - the children ...
The Match Ball: Charlton Athletic (A) | EFL Championship
28 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Reaction from the Whites' 1-0 defeat at the Valley at the hands of Lee Bowyer's Addicks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#149: Chainsaw
24 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're the fairest football team in all the land - and the whole world! While Leeds United continue to upset everyone for no discernible reason, Derby ...
The Match Ball: Derby County (H) | EFL Championship
21 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
United were hit buy a late sucker punch and drew 1-1 with Derby County at Elland Road. Here are our post-match thoughts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...
#148: Foot Punches
18 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
United defeated Barnsley and returned to the top of the league. Is this thing we're feeling... joy? Marcelo's in Morrison's while Klich's in the pink,...
The Match Ball: Barnsley (A) | EFL Championship
15 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Late goals from Eddie Nketiah and Mateusz Klich secured a 2-0 victory for Leeds United at Oakwell. Here's our immediate full time reaction as the Peac...
#147: High Speed Kicks
11 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Kalvin has signed and will definitely stay for 5 whole years! Hooray! Players have been off on international duty - some more than others - but they'r...
#146: Strangled a Horse
05 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a fairly disappointing week in the world of Leeds United - at least by our own standards. After being knocked out of the Carabao Cup on pena...
The Match Ball: Swansea City (H) | EFL Championship
31 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Full time reaction from Leeds United's 1-0 defeat at home to Swansea City. The return of the Griefcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...
#145: Sounds 'Orrible
29 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Leeds crushed Stoke in the league with Pablo's slide rule passing, but will the run of great form continue as we face the Swans at the weekend - along...