England manager Thomas Tuchel has named his controversial 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup!

talkSPORT England Correspondent Faye Carruthers joins us to analyse the shock exclusions of big names like Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, and Trent Alexander-Arnold.

talkSPORT reporter and Nottingham Forest fan Max Scott gives his passionate take on the one player Tuchel "shafted" by being left out!

Former Aston Villa and England striker Stan Collymore weighs in with his definitive verdict on the national team selection, plus on Villa's Europa League victory!

As well as, US Sports expert Todd Macklin joins us to dive into the world of sports across the pond.

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Paul Hawksbee is joined by Charlie Baker for a packed podcast of football chat, starting with a look back at an unforgettable night for Aston Villa. Broadcaster and big Villa fan Rupert Bell joins the show to reflect on the immense pride and pure joy of watching his side lift the Europa League trophy.

Shifting from triumph to the tragic realities of a footballing icon, author David Arrowsmith comes into the studio to discuss his gripping new book, 'Killing Maradona.' David digs deep into the legendary Argentine's harrowing struggles with drug addiction, the grip of organized crime, and the forces that ultimately tore his life apart outside the stadium walls.

Former FA Chief and Middlesbrough Head of Recruitment Adrian Bevington also weighs in on one of the most explosive scandals in modern English football. He breaks down the massive fallout after Southampton lost their appeal against being expelled from the Championship play-off final following the sensational 'spygate' revelations.

Finally, the guys cap off the show in classic fashion with another fiercely competitive and unpredictable edition of the Birthday Spread.

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Max Rushden and Charlie Baker occupy the hot seats today to react to a historic moment in football as Arsenal are officially crowned Premier League champions for the first time in twenty-two years. Joining the party is two-time league champion Perry Groves alongside Arsenal broadcaster Harry Symeou to break down exactly how Mikel Arteta guided the Gunners back to the absolute summit of English football.

The celebrations don't stop there as comedian and die-hard Arsenal fan Ian Stone drops by to share the pure fan euphoria sweeping across North London.

Plus, former Manchester City and Chelsea winger Shaun Wright-Phillips gives his unique take on the title fallout, including his dad Ian Wright’s wild celebrations at the Emirates and the massive breaking news that Pep Guardiola could positively be leaving City.

To wrap it all up, the guys dive into the latest updates surrounding the spy gate drama and spin the iconic Wheel of Football for some classic chaos.

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Paul Hawksbee and Andy Jacobs are back to pick through the bones of Arsenal’s massive win last night, while once again questioning the baffling inconsistency of VAR.

The boys are joined by Scottish Sun reporter Ally Ross to break down the newly announced Scotland squad for the World Cup. Comedian and die-hard Celtic fan Susie McCabe also drops by to celebrate Celtic officially clinching the league title

Then, talkSPORT presenter and Aston Villa legend Gabby Agbonlahor dials in live from a boat in Turkey to preview Villa's big clash against Freiburg.

Finally, Stick around until the very end of the podcast to catch Paul and Andy's full, in-depth preview of the upcoming Chelsea versus Spurs showdown.

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After another controversial weekend of football, former Premier League referee Graham Scott joins us to ask: is it finally time to change the handball law?

Did Mohamed Salah go too far with his public criticism of Arne Slot?

Former Liverpool F.C. winger Jermaine Pennant gives his verdict and reveals the real reason Xabi Alonso turned down Liverpool.

Plus, Mark Donaldson reacts to Celtic F.C. winning a fifth straight title, sleep coach Nick Littlehales explains why England’s stars are taking their own bedding to the US, and broadcaster Tom Rennie joins us to discuss West Ham's exit of the Premier League!

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Paul Hawksbee and Andy Jacobs are back in the studio to pick apart the latest developments in the sporting world, starting with a skeptical look at the introduction of half-time shows at the World Cup.

They are joined by legendary former England cricket captain David Gower, who stops by to discuss the National Table Cricket Finals at Lord’s and the incredible impact the sport has on inclusivity.

Braintree Town’s own New Zealand international Tommy Smith also joins the show to talk through his dual life in the National League and on the world stage.

The conversation shifts gears to the racetrack as Sky Sports F1’s Rachel Brookes dives into the nuances of elite racing, breaking down exactly what separates a good driver from a truly great one following the release of her new book.

Finally, US sports expert Todd Macklin provides his weekly round-up of the biggest stories coming out of the States!

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Paul Hawksbee and Charlie Baker take the lead for this podcast.The pair discuss Torquay’s disappointing loss to Hornchurch, breaking down exactly where the Gulls fell short!

Joining the fray is Gregor Robertson, former Scottish footballer and current journalist for The Times, who provides an expert post-mortem on the latest VAR drama. He dives into the controversy that paved the way for Celtic to snatch a late victory and debates whether technology is helping or hindering the spirit of the game.

The musical world meets the Theatre of Dreams as Tim Burgess, legendary frontman of The Charlatans and lifelong Manchester United supporter, weighs in on the dugout drama at Old Trafford. With Michael Carrick’s name back in the mix, Tim explores whether the interim specialist is finally ready to take the permanent mantle.

We also check in with comedian and Arsenal fanatic Alfie Dundas, who shares his nervous energy regarding the Gunners' title charge and whether they have the grit to secure a crucial win this weekend.

To wrap things up, the return of the legendary Birthday Spread, Andy Jacobs and Geoff Peters join the boys.

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Max Rushden and Charlie Baker are in the hot seats today as they navigate through a wild podcast of footballing drama and investigative intrigue.

The show kicks off with an in-depth look at the ongoing Spygate investigations surrounding Southampton, as the fallout continues to ripple through the league. Saints legend Francis Benali joins the guys to share his perspective on the situation, balancing his pride in the team’s incredible achievement of reaching the final with the frustration that these off-field headlines are beginning to take the shine off the players' hard work.

The focus then shifts north of the border to dissect a truly chaotic Scottish title race that seems to change by the minute. Liam Corbett from the This Is My Story Hearts podcast and Paul John Dykes from A Celtic State of Mind provide the boots-on-the-ground report from Edinburgh and Glasgow, debating who has the nerve to cross the finish line in a season defined by unpredictability.

To wrap things up, the tension is broken by the return of a fan favourite as the Wheel of Football. Enjoy!

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