Elis James' Feast Of Football

BBC Radio Wales

Elis James chews over the week's football with Iwan Roberts and guests

  • 21 minutes 9 seconds
    Wales come from behind to secure a superb draw with Sweden

    Carl Roberts is joined by former Wales internationals Helen Ward and Kath Morgan at the Stok Racecourse after Wales came from behind to secure a superb 1-1 draw at home to Sweden in the Nations League. We also hear from Wales boss Rhian Wilkinson.

    26 February 2025, 10:01 am
  • 26 minutes 52 seconds
    Italy v Wales review

    Catrin Heledd sits in for Carl Roberts this week and is joined by former Wales internationals Nia Jones and Nathan Blake to reflect on Wales' 1-0 defeat to Italy and look ahead to Rhian Wilkinson's side hosting Sweden in Wrexham on Tuesday.

    24 February 2025, 5:44 pm
  • 56 minutes 12 seconds
    Swansea seek 10th manager in nine years

    Who next for Swansea City after the dismissal of manager Luke Williams? And what needs to change at the club to end the cycle of managerial instability? Despite the obvious shortcomings, Sam believes the job remains an attractive one for ambitious managers, while Iwan hopes the club will turn to one of their own to offer guidance.

    The shock news from Swansea has taken the spotlight away from Cardiff, but another draw on Saturday means the Bluebirds still haven't given themselves any breathing space from the bottom three. And Wrexham have suddenly lost their spark at home, much to the delight of Sam and his Wycombe team-mates.

    20 February 2025, 2:42 pm
  • 27 minutes 22 seconds
    Inside the Wales camp: Lily Woodham, Elise Hughes and Josie Green

    Carl Roberts, Katie Owen and Nathan Blake chat with Wales players Lily Woodham, Elise Hughes and Josie Green as they embark on their League A Nations League campaign.

    19 February 2025, 5:11 pm
  • 53 minutes 43 seconds
    Eligibility rules, Newport's revival and a dream Man Utd debut

    Should five years' residency make a player eligible to play international football for that country? It's allowed under Fifa rules, but historically Wales, Scotland, England and Northern Ireland have agreed not to take advantage of it. The Football Association of Wales, though, have been testing the waters to see if there is appetite for change. As it transpires, there isn't. And Iwan and Sam are in complete agreement with that.

    They also agree that Newport County deserve great credit for giving their season a completely different complexion with four successive wins, but a lacklustre start at Portsmouth by Cardiff comes under criticism.

    And Iwan takes great pleasure in returning to his Gwynedd roots with this week's pick of the week.

    13 February 2025, 2:43 pm
  • 55 minutes 36 seconds
    Swansea fans seek answers, Cardiff ship seven and Wrexham spend big

    A hugely contrasting January transfer window for the four Welsh EFL clubs provides plenty of taking points. Swansea's lack of signings has prompted concern from the Supporters Trust, with Iwan also critical of how the club dealt with the departure of captain Matt Grimes to Coventry. Cardiff's activity - particularly in signing highly-rated Leicester youngster Will Alves - helped to mask the seven-goal mauling at Leeds as crucial league games await this month. Wrexham showed their intent with a flurry of high-profile forward signings, and celebrated with a dance lesson from a Hollywood star. Newport gave themselves much needed-breathing space with two crucial wins, and bolstered the threadbare squad.

    Sam gives an update on his coaching status at Wycombe with the arrival of a new manager, and welcomes the club's decision to hold onto key players for the League One title push. And who will fill Harry Wilson's boots as the Wales' World Cup qualifying campaign draws nearer?

    6 February 2025, 9:58 am
  • 57 minutes 14 seconds
    Swansea's grim form continues

    Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes focus on Swansea City's alarming form and the shock departure of captain Matt Grimes.

    30 January 2025, 1:11 pm
  • 55 minutes 21 seconds
    Derby review and Sam's new coaching role

    Carl, Iwan and Sam dissect Cardiff's thumping win over Swansea in the south Wales derby. And after Sam's unexpected call into the Wycombe interim coaching team, he reveals the array of emotions that accompanied their late win over Mansfield.

    23 January 2025, 12:34 pm
  • 42 minutes 25 seconds
    Derby preview & Sam's lucky pants

    Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes look ahead to Saturday's south Wales derby between Cardiff City and Swansea City. And it's all change at Wycombe as manager Matt Bloomfield leaves for Luton, just as Sam's prolonged injury absence finally comes to an end - the lucky pants were all set..!

    16 January 2025, 10:18 am
  • 52 minutes 17 seconds
    FA Cup distraction as derby looms

    Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes preview the third round FA Cup ties for Cardiff and Swansea, and pay tribute to Phil Parkinson's managerial milestone.

    9 January 2025, 1:39 pm
  • 55 minutes 34 seconds
    That's why you don't bet on the Championship!

    Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes reflect on a hectic festive period for the Welsh EFL clubs.

    3 January 2025, 1:32 pm
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