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The Totally Football Show with James Richardson, page 3

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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Premier League preview part 1: The title challengers

Premier League Preview Part 1—who will win the title, plus rule changes and the impact of unprecedented managerial turnover.

19 Aug 2026 · 46m · 22 chapters

Spain break down Argentina to claim their second World Cup

The episode is a post-final recap of the 2026 World Cup, focusing on Spain’s 1-0 win over Argentina to claim their second title.

20 Jul 2026 · 51m · 23 chapters

England beat France 6-4 to finish 3rd! Who will take home the World Cup?

Recap of the World Cup third-place playoff (England 6-4 France) and preview of Sunday’s final (Spain vs Argentina), including tactical debates, player narratives, and off-field context (weather, fan…

19 Jul 2026 · 42m · 14 chapters

Argentina break England’s hearts and reach the World Cup final

The episode is a live-style post-match “autopsy” of Argentina 2-1 England in the World Cup semi-final, plus preview talk for the weekend.

16 Jul 2026 · 41m · 20 chapters

Are we set for another Spain v England final?

The episode debates whether Spain are set for another Spain vs England final after Spain beat France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-final (Bastille Day).

15 Jul 2026 · 29m · 14 chapters

Bellingham inspires England to a semi-final with Argentina

Totally Football Show episode focuses on the World Cup semifinal lineup: England vs Argentina after England beat Norway 2-1 (after extra time) and Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1.

12 Jul 2026 · 50m · 20 chapters

Spain set up France semi - can England join them in the last four?

Preview and reaction to World Cup quarterfinals, focusing on Spain’s 2-1 win over Belgium and the next semis; plus England vs Norway, Argentina vs Switzerland previews.

11 Jul 2026 · 43m · 17 chapters

France ease past Morocco - is it certain to be Spain in the semis?


France ease past Morocco 2-0 in a World Cup quarterfinal, setting up a semi-final against either Spain or Belgium.

10 Jul 2026 · 39m · 16 chapters

Argentina make historic comeback as the quarter-finals are set

Totally Football Show episode reviews Tuesday’s World Cup last-16 matches and sets up the quarterfinals.

8 Jul 2026 · 24 chapters

USA turned over by Belgium, as Spain end Ronaldo’s World Cup career

The episode recaps World Cup action and fallout after the USA and Portugal were eliminated, and looks ahead to Tuesday’s knockout matches.

7 Jul 2026 · 37m · 12 chapters

England win thriller in Mexico + FIFA’s Balogun controversy

This episode of Totally at the World Cup covers three big storylines: England’s 3-2 thriller over Mexico at the Estadio Azteca, FIFA’s Balogun suspension controversy, and Norway’s 2-1 shock win over…

6 Jul 2026 · 46m · 19 chapters

France through to the quarter-finals - can England overcome Mexico and join them?

The episode is a World Cup quarterfinal preview and match recap focused on France’s path to the last eight and what comes next: France vs Morocco, plus England vs Mexico and the other quarterfinal…

5 Jul 2026 · 44m · 16 chapters

Argentina edge Cape Verde classic after Mexico-England chaos

World Cup Day 23 recap and preview, centered on Argentina’s 3-2 (after extra time) win over Cape Verde, plus other knockout qualification results and last-16 match news.

4 Jul 2026 · 45m · 21 chapters

Portugal’s crazy Croatia victory sets up clash with Spain

The episode of Totally Football Show focuses on Thursday’s World Cup matches that set up Spain vs Portugal in the last 16.

3 Jul 2026 · 33m · 12 chapters

Kane leads England to Mexico as USA keep on rollin'

Totally At The World Cup (day 21, LA) covers three World Cup last-16 qualification stories and previews England vs Mexico.

2 Jul 2026 · 44m · 14 chapters

The best France team ever? Plus England will see DR Congo now

Day 20 World Cup review—France’s dominant win over Sweden, Mexico’s 2-0 shutout of Ecuador, Norway’s knockout breakthrough vs Ivory Coast, plus preview of England vs DR Congo.

1 Jul 2026 · 54m · 24 chapters

Germany lose on penalties! Plus Brazil’s brilliant comeback

The episode is a World Cup Day 19 recap focused on three Monday knockout/round-of-32 storylines: Germany’s shock penalty loss to Paraguay, Morocco’s penalty win over the Netherlands, and Brazil’s…

30 Jun 2026 · 47m · 21 chapters

Germany battling bad vibes while Canada make more history

Totally Football Show World Cup roundup and round-of-32 previews, focusing on Canada’s historic win over South Africa, Germany’s concerns after an Ecuador loss, and Monday’s knockout matchups…

29 Jun 2026 · 44m · 17 chapters

England set up DR Congo clash as Clarke leaves Scotland

The Totally Football Show episode is a World Cup group-stage wrap-up from Los Angeles, focusing on the final day’s results and what they set up for the Round of 32.

28 Jun 2026 · 45m · 18 chapters

England poised for Panama as France thrill + Cape Verde qualify!

The episode is a World Cup group-stage wrap and preview, focusing on dramatic qualification scenarios and standout performances.

27 Jun 2026 · 55m · 22 chapters

Norway-France face-off on Friday after Ecuador’s escape against Germany

This Totally at the World Cup episode (Day 15) reviews Thursday’s group-stage results and sets up Friday’s knockout matchups.

26 Jun 2026 · 42m · 19 chapters

Vinicius inspires Brazil on bleak day for Scotland

The episode is a World Cup group-stage roundup focused on Wednesday’s final matches for Groups A, B, and C, with special attention on Scotland’s 3-0 loss to Brazil and the knock-on effects for…

25 Jun 2026 · 57m · 21 chapters

England frustrated by Ghana and Ronaldo is 'back'

This episode of Totally Football at the World Cup (day 13) covers matchday headlines and previews.

24 Jun 2026 · 44m · 19 chapters

Messi + Mbappe electrify again as England get set for Ghana

World Cup Day 12 recap and Tuesday previews—Messi, Mbappé, Haaland brace highlights; England’s next match vs Ghana; plus discussion of hydration breaks, tournament patterns, and England’s preparation.

23 Jun 2026 · 48m · 24 chapters