The England Pod

Ali, George and Dave tackle some tough questions: What would success look like at this World Cup? Would you feel more confident about the summer if Gareth Southgate was still manager than you actually do right now? Why is such a big discussion around Bellingham v Rogers in Tuchel's #10 position? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and George gathered on Thursday night with a simple premise: Dave simulates the result of every game at the World Cup and George tells us what happened in them (just for England games, we're not mad) Listen and find out whether it's glory, heartbreak or a big load of nothing for Thomas Tuchel's lads across the pond Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robyn and Kathryn delight in England's massive World Cup qualifier victory over Spain and Alessia Russo's latest moment of quality. Then they look ahead to Saturday's match against Iceland, with England looking to strengthen their position in the group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George and Ali sat down to talk about Max Dowman. George is somewhat starstruck after Dowman's performance vs Southampton in the Cup. Ali is being a bit of a bore and trying to put the brakes on the hype to some extent. Either way, it's a conversation worth listening to, let us know what you think. Ali also provides a youth team update from the March camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali and Dave gather to reflect on the 48 hours of reaction since the Uruguay friendly and to look ahead to the Japan game on Tuesday Who gets the right wing spot now there's no Saka - Bowen or Palmer? Is this the most important game of Morgan Rogers' career so far? Is "mini Valverde" James Garner primed to start again in Rice's absence? Will Tuchel throw a curveball and play Ezri Konsa at right-back? And, if we're honest, how much does any of it actually matter when it comes to Tuchel's final world cup squad? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thomas Tuchel's bold approach to England’s March friendlies caught us all by surprise. Ali and Dave were at Wembley to ask him some questions and react to: Tuchel’s unprecedented “two-squad” approach The headline omissions: no Trent Alexander-Arnold, no Ollie Watkins Surprise inclusions, including James Garner The “Hunger Games” feel of the Uruguay match A potential straight shootout between Foden and Palmer The battle for “plane tickets to the US” All England, all the time. Go well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali & George mine the World Cup memories of Henry Winter, part three: England 1-1 Colombia, England win 4-3 on penalties. Catharsis. Nostalgia. Enjoy! -- Listen to The Football Boardroom: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZJ8EwS7dTRciweYUAJhLQ?si=1ea9f01b0a6040f1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England's Lionesses began their World Cup qualifying campaign with two wins, beating Ukraine 6-1 and Iceland 2-0. Robyn Cowen and Kathryn Batte assess: - Georgia Stanway’s impressive camp - The performances Hannah Hampton and Lucy Bronze - Serena Wiegman’s squad rotation - England’s position in the group alongside Spain - The impact of injuries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Robyn Cowen & Kathryn Batte convene for a preview of the Lionesses' upcoming camp, including games against Ukraine and Iceland. There's a new left back in the squad, and there's some Maya Le Tissier clamour. There's excitement about the form of the front line, and hope that the backline will look watertight. And Kathryn discusses her recent interview with Mary Earps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ali, George and Dave each pick an young England hopeful that they think are on the cusp of a breakout season and could find themselves in the senior squad before the year is out. George has opted for Wolves' Mateus Mané, Dave has gone for Man City CB and short-lived Watford loanee Max Alleyne, and for Ali it's Toulouse's Charlie Cresswell. All England, all the time. Go well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's been one year since Thomas Tuchel officially became England manager, so Ali, George and Dave have gathered to reflect on that 12 months and take stock of where we're at. We also look ahead with some of our hopes and indeed fears for what could be a seismic year for Tuchel and the lads in 2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and George gather to vent their frustrations at the predictably ludicrous ticket prices that have been announced for the England supporters club ahead of next summer's World Cup. With loyal fans being asked to pay more than $200 for the worst seats at a group game, let alone several thousands for the later rounds, how many fans can we expect to see cheering on Thomas Tuchel's side in Dallas, Boston and New Jersey in June? And what, if anything, can be done about it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BBC commentator Robyn Cowen, the Telegraph's Kathryn Batte, and David Walker reflect on England's two friendlies which saw them beat China 8-0 and Ghana 2-0. The player who grabbed the headlines in the latter game was Aston Villa's Lucia Kendall who scored her first goal for the Lionesses and was singled out for praise by Sarina Wiegman. There's also reflection on a sometimes turbulent but ultimately triumphant 2025 for England and there's an eye on Sarina's contract situation with her current deal only taking her up to the world cup in 18 months time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices