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The Totally Football Show with James Richardson, page 2

by The Athletic · English

James Richardson and Team Totally are with you four times a week with all the football news and chat you need - and plenty that you don’t too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Totally Extra: Absolutely Fabregas

A “Totally Extra” deep dive on Cesc Fabregas—his Arsenal breakthrough and passing/vision, his underrated role in Spain’s 2008/2010/2012 trophy runs, his mixed “dream move” back to Barcelona, and how…

29 Sep 2026 · 1h 8m · 33 chapters

England 2-3 Spain, plus Man City found guilty of 114 charges

The Totally Football Show episode covers two main things: (1) England’s 2-3 loss to Spain at Wembley in the Nations League, and (2) Manchester City being found guilty on 114 of 115 Premier League…

27 Sep 2026 · 56m · 24 chapters

Totally Extra: Zinedine Zidane - is he all that?

A debate on whether Zinedine Zidane was truly “all that,” mixing his career highlights with criticisms about inconsistency and specific on-field traits.

26 Sep 2026 · 1h 9m · 26 chapters

Do England have it in them to beat Spain at Wembley?

The Totally Football Show episode focuses on England’s Nations League campaign, starting with the big question: can England beat Spain at Wembley?

24 Sep 2026 · 51m · 24 chapters

Mourinho fury as Real lose Madrid derby while Kane breaks more records

A round-up of European football, led by the Madrid derby (Real Madrid’s 2-1 loss to Atletico), plus Spain’s La Liga title race, Bayern’s record-breaking win in Germany, and standout moments across…

22 Sep 2026 · 1h 10m · 29 chapters

Brighton batter Arsenal while Spurs go bottom of the table

Totally Football Show episode covers a dramatic Premier League weekend and “London clubs in crisis,” plus early-season managerial speculation.

20 Sep 2026 · 54m · 30 chapters

Totally Extra: The very talented Mr Rijkaard

A “Totally Extra” episode on Frank Rijkaard—his playing versatility, key moments (notably Euro 1988 and the 1990 World Cup-era Milan/Netherlands impact), and the unusual arc of his coaching career,…

19 Sep 2026 · 55m · 27 chapters

Pressure mounting on Man United + Spurs this weekend?

This episode of Totally Football Show focuses on pressure and momentum in English football ahead of the weekend, especially around Manchester United and Tottenham, plus major cup results and Premier…

17 Sep 2026 · 49m · 28 chapters

Yamal stars for Barca + who’s going to win the Europa League?

European football roundup focused on Barcelona’s La Masia youth (Lamine Yamal and Xavi Esparte), Europa League contenders and fixtures, plus major weekend results in Spain and Germany.

15 Sep 2026 · 1h 8m · 23 chapters

Ten-man City win Manchester derby after controversial Haaland goal

The Totally Football Show’s Sunday roundup focuses on the Manchester derby controversy and early-season Premier League form.

13 Sep 2026 · 1h 4m · 24 chapters

Arsenal and Liverpool win in Europe as the Manchester derby awaits

The episode is a football roundup focused on Champions League Wednesday results and the upcoming Premier League weekend, especially the Manchester derby.

10 Sep 2026 · 46m · 24 chapters

Real Madrid pick Inter’s pockets + who will win the Ballon d’Or?

The episode is a Champions League opening-round recap focused on Tuesday’s standout matches and debates.

9 Sep 2026 · 48m · 20 chapters

Mourinho's Madrid beaten - and the Champions League returns!

Matchday 1 of the Champions League league phase plus major European league updates (Serie A, Ligue 1, La Liga).

8 Sep 2026 · 59m · 22 chapters

Arsenal beat Chelsea to maintain perfect start as Maitland-Niles rescues Everton

Totally Football Show Live episode recap of Premier League matchday three, focusing on Arsenal’s 2-1 win over Chelsea and other key results.

6 Sep 2026 · 55m · 25 chapters

Totally Extra: Andy Cole - the Premier League's most underrated goalscorer?

A “coal-powered” Totally Extra episode celebrating Andy Cole as the Premier League era’s most underrated goalscorer, arguing he’s been “airbrushed” from history despite elite scoring records and…

5 Sep 2026 · 1h 6m · 23 chapters

Can Chelsea rock champions Arsenal? Plus Everton’s disastrous window

The Totally Football Show (Scenic Thursday, Sept 3) covers deadline-day transfer chaos and previews Matchday 3.

3 Sep 2026 · 53m · 23 chapters

Kane on his game, Bellingham at his best

The Totally Football Show European edition covers Harry Kane’s “my game in my words” interview, early-season Bundesliga and Ligue 1 storylines, and early Serie A/La Liga/transfer chatter.

1 Sep 2026 · 1h 9m · 26 chapters

Fernandes on fire for United as Chelsea show title credentials?

Premier League week two roundup focused on Man United’s 5-2 win over Ipswich (Bruno Fernandes hat-trick), Chelsea’s 4-3 thriller vs Brighton, and other weekend results (City, Liverpool, Spurs,…

30 Aug 2026 · 1h 8m · 29 chapters

Totally Extra: Germany 1-5 England

A 25-year anniversary look back at England’s 5-1 win over Germany in Munich (1 Sept 2001), focusing on why it was so shocking, what it revealed about both teams, and how it shaped England’s…

29 Aug 2026 · 54m · 26 chapters

Can Villa do a Villa against Arsenal?

Preview and debate for Premier League matchday 2, especially Aston Villa vs Arsenal, plus broader league/transfer and European competition updates.

27 Aug 2026 · 25 chapters

Bellingham + Gordon on song in Spain amid Alvarez drama

Early-season European football roundup, with heavy focus on La Liga’s Mourinho return and Barcelona’s start, plus Spain’s transfer drama around Julian Alvarez and Real Madrid’s pursuit of Rodri; also…

25 Aug 2026 · 58m · 19 chapters

Last-gasp Liverpool take a point, after shock defeats for Villa + Man Utd

Opening-weekend Premier League review, focusing on “big six” under-preparedness, surprise results, and tactical/transfer implications; also includes a brief segment on WTA–Accenture and other ads.

23 Aug 2026 · 23 chapters

Totally Extra: Franco Baresi - the best defender ever?

A tribute to Franco Baresi, the AC Milan one-club defender, debating whether he was the best defender ever, and explaining why his reading of space, timing, calm leadership, and passing made him a…

22 Aug 2026 · 1h 2m · 23 chapters

Premier League preview part 2: Who could surprise us?

The episode is a Premier League season preview (part 2) focused on Spurs and Newcastle, plus other new managers, promoted sides, and relegation/Europe expectations.

20 Aug 2026 · 46m · 15 chapters