• 36 minutes 28 seconds
    World Cup: England beat Panama – 5 Live Reaction

    Relive the atmosphere and instant reaction from 5 Live at full-time as England beat Panama at New York New Jersey Stadium to finish top of Group L at the FIFA World Cup. Mark Chapman is joined by Alan Shearer, Matthew Upson, Paul Robinson and correspondent John Murray. Also hear from Jude Bellingham, Thomas Tuchel, Marcus Rashford, Ezri Konsa and Harry Kane.

    INTERVIEWS 09:55 Jude Bellingham, 15:50 Thomas Tuchel, 21:15 Marcus Rashford, 25:35 Ezri Konsa, 31:00 Harry Kane.

    5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Sun 2000 South Africa v Canada in Last 32, Mon 1800 Brazil v Japan in Last 32, Mon 2130 Germany v Paraguay in Last 32, Tue 0200 Netherlands v Morocco in Last 32, Tue 1800 Ivory Coast v Norway in Last 32, Tue 2200 France v Sweden in Last 32.

    28 June 2026, 11:01 am
  • 45 minutes 23 seconds
    World Cup: Steve Clarke Goes & England Get The Job Done

    Steve Clarke has resigned as Scotland manager following their World Cup exit, with Eilidh Barbour joining Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith to react to the news and assess what went wrong for Scotland.

    England are through to the last 32 after a 2-0 win over Panama. Paul Robinson joins from the stadium to break down another slightly underwhelming performance, with Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham again central to the result to get the job done.

    The Athletic's Adam Crafton looks ahead to England’s knockout tie with DR Congo and runs through the standout fixtures from an exciting last 32 line-up.

    Plus, Rick and Lloyd discuss the Nigerian goalkeeper who’s taken over everyone’s algorithms despite not being at the World Cup, and Lloyd shares a story from his time working in DR Congo on an old job.

    28 June 2026, 8:39 am
  • 41 minutes 25 seconds
    World Cup: Tony Khan On The USA's World Cup

    What could hosting the World Cup mean for football in the United States?

    Rick Edwards is back from his backgammon adventures to join Lloyd Griffith as Fulham's owner, Tony Khan, shares his perspective on the tournament, discusses the legacy it could leave in the USA and gives an update on Fulham following Marco Silva's departure.

    Guillem Balague joins to react to one of the biggest shocks of the World Cup as Cape Verde reach the knockout stages and Uruguay crash out.

    Plus, France impress again, Ousmane Dembélé fires himself into the Golden Boot race with a hat-trick, and Rick and Lloyd relive their morning kickabout where Lloyd finally got on the scoresheet thanks to an assist from Rick.

    27 June 2026, 8:17 am
  • 32 minutes 32 seconds
    World Cup: Ecuador Through & Rick's Playing Backgammon

    Ecuador are through to the World Cup knockout stages for the first time in 20 years after a 2-1 win over Germany.

    With Rick Edwards away at a backgammon competition, Betty Glover steps into to co-host alongside Lloyd Griffith to wrap up another dramatic day at the World Cup where calculators are out as Scotland's knockout hopes go down to the wire.

    Mario Melchiot joins to reflect on Ecuador's historic victory, explain what makes the Azteca Stadium such a special place to play and looks ahead to the Netherlands' tasty last-32 tie with Morocco.

    Plus, Betty shares her first impressions of World Cup life in Los Angeles.

    26 June 2026, 6:39 am
  • 17 minutes 5 seconds
    NYC Mayor Mamdani on hosting the World Cup, USMNT & Andy Burnham

    Mark Chapman is joined by the Mayor of New York City Zohran Mamdani. They discuss the USA team's start to the World Cup, the experience for fans and the potential challenges of President Trump attending the World Cup final. They also speak about the impact New York Knicks' Championship win has had on the City.

    He shares his thoughts on the newly elected Makerfield MP Andy Burnham and whether the skills of being a city mayor are transferrable into leading the country. And who knew the Mayor of New York City would have such a love for English cricket... and chess?

    0’30 - His thoughts on how the USA national side have started the World Cup 1’50 - How the Knicks Championship win has changed New York City & how he priorities sport as a politician 6’48 - The honesty in the Knicks speech he gave 8’54 - Is he happy with how the World Cup is going from a fans perspective? 10’06 - His thoughts on transport prices 11’10 - Will New York benefit from having a World Cup? 12’54 - The potential challenges of President Trump attending the World Cup final 13’30 - Well wishes for Andy Burnham & whether the skills of being a city mayor can be transferred nationally 14’43 - His love for chess & English cricket

    25 June 2026, 3:28 pm
  • 51 minutes 27 seconds
    World Cup: The Commentators' View Special

    John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball get together to chat for the first time at the FIFA World Cup. They reflect on their experiences covering matches at the tournament so far, from John's sausage bun in Boston to Ian going viral for his review of MetLife Stadium. Ali also discusses commentating on Lionel Messi’s record-breaking goal, which saw him become the highest goalscorer in World Cup history. Messages, questions and voicenotes welcome throughout the tournament on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to [email protected]

    1’52 - marks out of ten for the World Cup so far 2’20 - Ian being in New Jersey for the Knicks winning the Championship 4’04 - John’s experience at the Azteca 9’00 - Difficulty picking out the players in the big stadiums 10’03 - When Denno missed a substitution in the Atlanta stadium & going viral in America 13’00 - the atmosphere in the stadiums 15’24 - John’s sausage bun in Boston 19’20 - Commentating in stormy conditions 23’07 - Thoughts on England so far at the World Cup 26’38 - Who will start against Panama? 29’40 - Ian’s hack on getting to the Metlife stadium & Americanisms 34’25 - The best teams they’ve seen so far & keeping up to date 37’24 - Ali commentating on Messi’s record breaking World Cup goal 40’57 - Listeners correspondence 45’30 - Unintended pub names

    25 June 2026, 11:00 am
  • 35 minutes 59 seconds
    World Cup: Kasper Schmeichel On Scotland's Chances

    Scotland's World Cup hopes are looking more unlikely after defeat to Brazil, but is there still a way through?

    Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by Kasper Schmeichel to assess Scotland's position and discuss the mindset needed when a tournament doesn't go according to plan.

    The former Denmark goalkeeper explains how players recover from mistakes on the biggest stage, why the World Cup ball has become such a talking point among goalkeepers and what makes every goalkeeper different.

    Lloyd also reveals to Kasper that he collects goalkeeper gloves, including several worn by Kasper's father, Peter Schmeichel.

    Plus, Rick and Lloyd answer your questions on everything from Lloyd's singing and their gym sessions to their favourite game of the World Cup so far.

    25 June 2026, 7:52 am
  • 49 minutes 15 seconds
    World Cup: England stall against Ghana – 5 Live Reaction

    Relive the atmosphere and instant reaction from 5 Live at full-time as England are held to a goalless draw with Ghana in their second Group L match at the World Cup in Boston.

    Mark Chapman is joined by former England internationals Paul Robinson, Steph Houghton and Phil Jagielka, as well as correspondent John Murray to break down England's failure to break Ghana down.

    Hear from England's Declan Rice, Harry Kane, Marc Guehi, Jordan Pickford and manager Thomas Tuchel - and we also hear from Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz.

    Commentary of England's final group game against Panama is live on 5 Live and BBC Sounds on Saturday 27th June from 10pm.

    TIMECODES:

    00:08 - Full-time whistle and analysis 12:20 - Declan Rice with Kelly Somers 20:28 - England captain Harry Kane with John Murray 23:04 - Marc Guehi with John Murray 31:12 - Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz 37:00 - Jordan Pickford with Kelly Somers 40:48 - England manager Thomas Tuchel with John Murray

    24 June 2026, 11:00 am
  • 32 minutes 59 seconds
    World Cup: England, Ronaldo & Humble Pie

    England were held to a frustrating goalless draw by Ghana, but is there any reason to panic?

    Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith are joined by Stephen Warnock to react to England's latest World Cup outing. Why did Thomas Tuchel's side struggle to break Ghana down, and what can they learn from facing a stubborn low block? The team also discuss a difficult night for Harry Kane and what the result means for England's hopes of topping the group.

    Scotland have a huge clash coming up with Brazil and Eilidh Barbour joined to give the latest from Scotland camp and asks... can Scotland make history?

    Plus, Rick and Lloyd are forced to eat their humble pie after Cristiano Ronaldo finally found his World Cup scoring touch with two goals for Portugal. And an innocent trip to the toilets takes an awkward turn when Lloyd's attempt at a prank goes badly wrong.

    24 June 2026, 7:31 am
  • 17 minutes 42 seconds
    World Cup: Thomas Tuchel & Declan Rice ahead of Ghana match

    England boss Thomas Tuchel and vice-captain Declan Rice have been speaking to John Murray ahead of their second group game against Ghana. They reflect on the mood in the England camp following the Croatia win in their first group match and how important a win against Ghana could be.

    John is also joined by former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson, they talk about how England need to take advantage of their 'attacking freedom' and how the weather forecasted could work in England's favour, but also how they need to be aware of Ghana's front line.

    You can find full match commentary of England v Ghana on 5 Live with John Murray and Paul Robinson from 9pm.

    0’34 - Paul Robinson on the weather going into the game 1’51 - team selection for England v Ghana 4’00 - Thomas Tuchel on mood in England camp & learnings from Croatia game 7’00 - Paul Robinson on Jude Bellingham & England having ‘attacking freedom’ 9’47 - Declan Rice on his fitness 10’19 - The feeling in the camp post Croatia win 11’18 - How important the Ghana game will be 12’23 - Rice advice for fans in hot conditions at home 13’00 - Rice on winning Arsenal player of the season 14'57 - Paul Robinson on Ghana’s front line

    23 June 2026, 10:58 am
  • 33 minutes 57 seconds
    World Cup: Messi, Mbappe, Haaland & Jamie Foxx

    Messi, Mbappé and Haaland all scored twice on a day dominated by the World Cup’s biggest stars.

    Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith react to another record-breaking night for Lionel Messi, who became the tournament’s all-time leading goalscorer, and discuss what it means for his place in football history.

    Julien Laurens joins to assess a huge day for the superstars, reflect on France’s dramatic win over Iraq and a 130-minute weather delay.

    Kelly Somers brings the latest from England camp ahead of their meeting with Ghana in Boston.

    Plus, Rick and Lloyd take on table tennis and Lloyd does a questionable Jamie Foxx impression.

    23 June 2026, 7:11 am
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