サッカーと英語 // Football & English
Episodes
Farewell
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So this is it...
2024/25 Season Review
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Just hours after Spurs won the Europa League, Tomo and Tommy look back on a strange but very enjoyable 2024/25 season.
Final Q&A
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One last time to answer questions from our listeners!
Social Media
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There is no denying that social media has redefined the world as we know it. There’s also no denying it’s impact on football. We now seem to know ...
More Pet Peeves
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Big Sam
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
He once said that if his name was ‘Sam Allardicio’, he could have got a job at Manchester United. He also claimed that there was no one in footbal...
Going Down
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What looked inevitable from pretty much the start of the season was last week confirmed. After falling to a 3-1 defeat against fellow strugglers Totte...
The State of Women's Football
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Substitute Hana Takahashi netted an injury-time penalty to salvage a 1-1 draw for Japan against Colombia on Sunday, preserving the women's national fo...
Balls
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a 25-year partnership with Nike, the Premier League is set to turn to a new official match ball supplier for the 2025/26 season.The fact that th...
Sportsmanship
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It was a remarkable display of sportsmanship.With Manchester United leading their Europa League Round of 16 tie with Real Sociedad, the Red Devils wer...
England Manager
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What makes being England manager “the impossible job?”
Hobbies
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For a footballer, recovery can be as important as training. But ‘recovery’ comes in many styles. We all relax in different ways; some people might...
Tattoos
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From Lionel Messi’s iconic tattoos to the Manchester City fan who got a ‘Champions League Winners 2011’ tattoo…before they were knocked out in...
Q&A
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A COVID-induced interruption to our planned schedule means a chance to answer some of your questions!
David Coote
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In early December 2024, Premier League referee David Coote was sacked by PGMOL, the group responsible for referees in England after social media scand...
The Future
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a looong break, we're back to talk about what's next for Football & English
2024 Review
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Red Bull
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Omiya Ardija are the latest team to be given wings by Red Bull, recently unveiling a new logo following the takeover by the energy drink giants.Coming...
Playing Out from the Back
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To some it’s a tactically and statistically proven method of starting a high-value sequence of play. To others it’s needlessly risky, a fad that m...
Free Chat
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A script-less chat about things happening in the world of football.
Ballon d'Or
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To some, it’s the highest individual honour that a footballer can receive. To others, it’s a vanity award, a simple popularity contest. But it has...
A-League
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fans of the A-League call it the best league in the world. Whether that’s true or not, it’s a beautiful league and it’s uniquely Australian. In ...
Before the A-League
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, Australia’s professional football league, the A-League, kicked off its 20th season! To celebrate this milestone, our next two episodes ar...
The Harmony of the J.League
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The J.League is one of the most interesting football leagues in the world. On the pitch, amazing talent brings excitement to a competitive and unpredi...
Japan 1-1 Australia
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Recapping the latest World Cup Qualifying battle between Japan and Australia.
Q&A
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Taking a break from our usual format to answer some questions from our listeners.
Dark Arts
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Manchester City forward Bernardo Silva said only one team came to play football in their 2-2 Premier League draw with Arsenal, who were accused of emp...
San Marino
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
They are officially the worst team in international football, but San Marino finally ended a 20-year winless run earlier this month by beating Liechte...
UEFA's new Formats
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The 2024/25 Champions League kicked off this week, and it’s the first season of a brand new format. 36 teams playing in a League system, with each t...
Ticket Prices
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Aston Villa fans have called the club "out of touch" for charging up to £97 a ticket for home Champions League matches this season.Villa announced on...
Plastic Fans
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leaving early is a bit of a red flag. Booing your own players too. Wearing a half-and-half scarf, or purchasing a half-and-half scarf: forget it. Fake...
Football at the Olympics
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Olympics are the pinnacle of most sports. Every athlete—and even many non-athletes—dreams of bringing home a gold medal for their country. Eve...
2024/25 Predictions
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The 2024/25 Premier League season is upon us, so Tomo and Tommy pull out their magic 8 balls to make their predictions for the season.
Summer Recap
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kicking off another big season with a look back on a busy summer for Tomo and Tommy.
2023/24 Review
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Well, here we are again! It’s late May and another season is done. This one went by super quickly…it feels like just a few weeks ago that I was in...
Touchline Outfits
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“Look smart, play smart”, as the saying goes. Perhaps it is about time we coined the phrase, “Look smart, manage smart”. This season, Sean Dyc...
Testimonials
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
They bring together clubs, teammates, opponents, rivals and fans to celebrate the career of a long-serving player. But testimonial matches have been d...
Charity Matches
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Football has the power to do amazing good in the world. One example of that is charity matches. By bringing footballers and celebrities together for a...
Replays
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
FA Cup replays will be scrapped from the first round onwards in the 2024/25 competition.All rounds of the Emirates FA Cup will also be played on weeke...
Captains
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just how important is the captain of a team? They divide up the matchday tickets for other players, lead the team out, choose which end to attack and,...
Tragedy Chanting
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Football fans are known for being loyal and doing as much as they can to try to help their team win. But a minority of supporters think that means cha...
Substitutions
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Excited about the chance to come off the bench and change the game? Or frustrated because you’re not starting? Substitutes play a crucial role in de...
Shirt Swapping
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s often seen as a symbol of solidarity and mutual respect between two footballers. Shirts that hold incredible value and are often some of the mo...
Sin Bin
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Examining the impending trial of blue cards and sending players to the 'sin bin' for cynical fouls and dissent.
J.League 2024 Preview
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another exciting J.League season is about to kick off. How close will Tomo and Tommy get with their predictions?
Asian Cup 2023 Review
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Looking back on a disappointing Asian Cup for Australia and Japan. Did we really enjoy it?
Initiations
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Some see it as a rite of passage, to be welcomed into the group. Others see it as an outdated practice, intent on welcoming people by testing, embarra...
What's on our Minds
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Talking about some of the things happening in the world of football lately.
Sol Campbell
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just over 20 years ago, Sol Campbell made what many argue was the biggest — and most controversial — transfer in modern football.A product of the ...
Profit & Sustainability Rules
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Premier League has charged Everton and Nottingham Forest with breaching its financial rules. Both clubs have been referred to an independent commi...
Socks
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
More than just a part of your team’s uniform, socks are now one of the most important ways for players to express their creativity. Above the knee, ...
Football & English Club Membership is now available!
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2023 in Review
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tomo & Tommy look back on the past year and discuss some of their key takeaways.
Major League Soccer: How it Works
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Part two of our series on Major League Soccer: covering how the league works, the ownership structure, transfers and other unique elements of North Am...
The History of Major League Soccer
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, the Columbus Crew held on to beat Los Angeles FC 2-1 in the MLS Cup. It’s the third time the Crew have won America’s top football prize...
Football Feelings
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're inspired by Tommy's sudden trip to Australia to talk about some of the feelings and emotions football gives us.
Football Manager
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The J.League is finally coming to Football Manager! Set to be released on November 7, Football Manager 2024 will be the first version of the game to i...
Beckham
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the world of football, few names shine as brightly as David Beckham's. His illustrious career as a midfielder with a wand of a right foot made him ...
Matchday Programmes
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For many football fans, there's one tradition that adds an extra layer of magic to matchday – buying a match programme. Everyone has their own reaso...
Tommy's Tottenham Trip
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A bit of a self-indulgent episode this week, as Tommy talks all about his trip to London to see Spurs.
How We Watch Football
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are many ways to watch football and there are many ways to enjoy football. A couple of weeks ago, we read out a comment asking for advice for pe...
Backup Goalkeepers
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mikel Arteta defended his decision to replace Aaron Ramsdale with David Raya for Arsenal’s 1-0 win at Everton by predicting goalkeeping changes will...
Position Terminology
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Football is a simple game, where two teams try to score goals and compete for victory. But the modern game is increasingly becoming about intricate ta...
Lefties
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is it about left-footers that makes them so thrilling to watch? Is it just that they’re a little bit different? Players like Messi, Giggs, Bale...
Goal Celebrations
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A comic whose slow-motion impression of a footballer celebrating has been watched by millions online has said the reaction has been "overwhelming".Kar...
Women's World Cup with Ayako Takematsu
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh from a trip to Australia & New Zealand, we're joined by a special guest to talk about an amazing World Cup and what's next for women's footb...
Growth
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You may have seen the news about FIFA expanding their Club World Cup, the first edition of which will take place in the summer of 2025.Thirty-two team...
Season Four Starts Here
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
2022/23 Review
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the last episode of season 3 of Football & English! It’s been another interesting season with lots of talking points and Tomo and I h...
The Fourth Official
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It has to be one of the worst jobs in football.The lucky few are fortunate enough to be called by their first name. The majority are just known as “...
Interview Cliches
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’ve chosen a bit of a lighter topic: Interview Clichés. This is when players and managers get up in front of the media, and spit out cliche...
Respect
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A 25-year-old man has been charged an alleged attack on a football referee in Sydney last week. The referee is recovering in hospital after three teet...
Ben Foster
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Foster has an impressive CV. He’s won trophies, played for England at a World Cup and has recently tasted success in helping AFC Wrexham gain pr...
Pre-season Tours
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Premier League has confirmed its first pre-season tournament in the USA will take place this July, with six clubs travelling to take part in match...
Premier League 100 Club
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Son Heung-min could barely hide his emotions after becoming the 34th player to score 100 Premier League goals. The Tottenham Hotspur forward joined th...
Stadiums
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all know the buzz you get when seeing your team play at home or the thrill of visiting a ground for the first time. The stadium is one of the most ...
Pet Peeves
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is there something about football that annoys you? On this episode, Tomo and Tommy vent about some of their footballing pet peeves.
Injuries
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Injuries are an inevitable part of any sport and something that every athlete will experience in their career. They can have devastating effects on bo...
Match of the Day
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the football show that has become a British institution. A must-watch every Saturday night for football fans in the UK, showing highlights, int...
Nozomu Hagihara
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A special guest joins to talk about his efforts to improve life for children in India through football.- FC Nono Website- FC Nono Instagram- FC Nono T...
Welcome to Wrexham
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the world of football ownership, where anything can happen and the stakes are high. If you're looking for a story to get you hooked, you ne...
Fan Culture
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What makes a fan? Why do people choose to support a team? We're taking a look at fan culture.
Timing
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Extraordinary goals? Amazing matches? The GOAT lifting the Cup? The World Cup in Qatar had many big moments. Yet one of the biggest talking points was...
Streaming in 2023
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We actually spoke about streaming in our 5th ever episode, way back on the 12th of September 2020. I re-listened to that episode and the first thing I...
Catching Up
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After a short break (again!) Tommy and Tomo are back to discuss a recent trip to London and plans for the podcast's future.
2023
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tomo and Tommy are back from a post-World Cup break and ready to get into the all the talking points in football in 2023.
Qatar 2022: Episode 7
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tomo and Tommy wrap up all of the action from Qatar, looking back at one of the most exciting finals in memory.
Qatar 2022: Episode 6
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The finalists have been confirmed and we're set for an absolute blockbuster to end the 2022 World Cup.
Qatar 2022: Episode 5
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tomo and Tommy dissect all of the action as we really move into the business end of the tournament.
Qatar 2022: Episode 4
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tomo and Tommy try to cheer each other up as Japan and Australia's World Cup dreams end in Doha.
Qatar 2022: Episode 3
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tomo and Tommy cannot hide their delight as Australia and Japan both make it through to the Round of 16.
Qatar 2022: Episode 2
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Australia pull off an amazing win, but Japan can't capitalise on their good start!
Qatar 2022: Episode 1
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tomo reports from on the ground in Qatar, as Japan shock Germany with an amazing comeback!
Qatar 2022: Preview
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s nearly here. Despite all of the controversies and issues, which we spoke about last week, the long-anticipated Qatar World Cup is just days awa...
Qatar 2022: The Problems
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The 2022 World Cup is just over a week away and in the 12 years since Qatar was selected as host, the controversies have only gotten bigger and louder...
Mascots
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
They cover everything from lucky charms and animals that lead to winning teams, to a baseball clown running the bases and winding up umpires, to a dis...
Commentary Part 2
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Part two of our series on commentary, looking at some of the preparation they go through and talking about some of our favourite commentators and mome...
Commentary
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, we claimed that being a football pundit might be the best job in the world. Well, how about being a football commentator? Getting paid to w...
Pundits
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Might it be the best job in the world? Get paid very well to sit in a comfortable studio and talk about football every weekend? Sign me up! But how ma...
Free Chat
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tommy is suffering from jet lag so this week is just a quick catch-up on some of the things happening in the world of football.