The Footglish Podcast: Learn English with Football

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  Turkish Football: Passion, drama & Arda Guler! 12.09.2026 51min

  In this episode, I’m joined by Boran, my former student from Turkey who is now studying in Turin, to talk about Turkish football. We discuss the Turkish national team’s performance at the World Cup, the best teams and players in Turkey, and the country’s biggest footballing star, Real Madrid’s Arda Güler. We also get into the crazy story surrounding the resignation of Fenerbahçe’s current coach — and much, much more! A great chance to discover Turkish football while learning useful football English along the way. Video from this episode______________________________________________________________________Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ______________________________________________________________________SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  Sparta in Crisis!!! 09.09.2026 42min

  ⚽ Sparta Prague are struggling right now. In this episode, I talk to Ben, my teenage student and a massive Sparta fan, about the club’s disastrous start to the Czech league season. Three wins, three defeats and 10th place simply isn’t good enough for Sparta. Should Brian Priske be sacked? What can be done to turn things around? And what needs to change? We discuss all of this — and try to figure out how Sparta can get back on track. 🔵🟡🔴 You'll learn the difference between these words: ⚽ kit, shirt, jersey and more...Video from this episode______________________________________________________________________Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ______________________________________________________________________SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  Slavia - Zbrojovka VLOG 06.09.2026 42min

  ⚽🚲 A Football Day in Prague! My student gave me a ticket to Slavia Prague vs Zbrojovka Brno, so I decided to record the whole experience — from getting there by bike and train, to hanging out in a pub before the game, and finally arriving at the stadium. There was a full stadium, an incredible atmosphere, plenty of football talk, and I finally got to meet my student face to face after teaching him online. A proper Czech football day from start to finish! 🔴⚪Video from this episode______________________________________________________________________Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ______________________________________________________________________SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  A Czech Writing About Football in Africa 02.09.2026 56min

  In this episode of the Footglish Podcast, I’m joined by Tomáš Daniček, a Czech football fan living in Africa and the man behind CzechFooty, a blog covering Czech football in English.We talk about how Tomáš learned English to such a high level, how he ended up moving to Africa, and how his journey eventually led to him writing about Czech football in English.We also discuss the African teams heading to the World Cup, the latest controversy surrounding the AFCON final, and Czech football — including the latest Prague derby between Sparta and Slavia.A wide-ranging conversation about learning English, Africa, international football, the Czech league and following Czech football from abroad.You'll learn this expression:⚽ to do a number on someoneTomas's blog:Tomas's Twitter:Video from this episode______________________________________________________________________Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ______________________________________________________________________SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  Vietnam Champions Again!!! 29.08.2026 27min

  Vietnam have done it again! After beating Thailand 4-2 on aggregate to defend their Asian Cup title, I chat to a Vietnamese friend, Jason, who celebrated the victory like the whole country was celebrating with him!We talk about the game, the passion for football in Vietnam, and whether the national team can take the next step and reach the World Cup in the near future. A chance to learn some useful football English while discovering more about football in Vietnam. You'll learn expressions including:⚽ to congratulate someone on something⚽ congratulations on somethingJason's restaurantvideo from this episode______________________________________________________________________Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ______________________________________________________________________SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  LASK’s INSANE Comeback 26.08.2026 27min

  How on earth did LASK Linz manage to win their Champions League qualifier against Celtic after being 4-0 down?In this episode of Footglish, we look at LASK’s incredible comeback and learn some useful English vocabulary related to comebacks in football.I also mention some other famous comebacks and explain why making a comeback is such a special thing in football.You'll learn expressions including:⚽ to turn it around⚽ to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat⚽ to rise from ashesand more...video from this episode ______________________________________________________________________Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ______________________________________________________________________SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  Arsenal Off to a Flying Start 23.08.2026 33min

  My friend and Arsenal fan Cathal sent me a voice message with his post-match reaction, and in this episode I take his message apart and explore some of the useful football vocabulary, expressions and phrases he uses. A chance to hear real football English from an Arsenal fan — and learn from it!You'll learn expressions including: ⚽ under the weather⚽ it goes to show⚽ phenomenal⚽ a threat and more...Video from this episode______________________________________________________________________Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ______________________________________________________________________SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  FPL Vocabulary You NEED to Know 19.08.2026 51min

  ⚽ Fantasy Premier League is back! ⏰ Don't miss the deadline! In this episode,I show you my FPL team for the new season, talk through some of my picks, and explain some of the Fantasy Football slang you need to know. You can also join my mini league, learn useful FPL vocabulary, and find out how you can use Fantasy Premier League to improve your English. Finally, I have another idea: I’d like to start an ONLINE FOOTBALL PUB where we can talk about football, practise English and meet other football fans from around the world. Would you like to join? You'll learn expressions including: ⚽ to kneejerk ⚽ to double up ⚽ to bank on ⚽ a big hitter ⚽ to blank ⚽ to take a hit ⚽ a premium player A real football story. Real English. Footglish.Video from this episode______________________________________________________________________Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ______________________________________________________________________SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  Ex-Slavia player joins Sparta 18.08.2026 31min

  Matěj Jurásek has crossed the biggest divide in Czech football.The former Slavia Prague player has joined Sparta Prague on loan — but his arrival hasn't exactly been welcomed with open arms. On his Sparta debut against Teplice, some fans made their feelings very clear, chanting “My tě tu nechceme!” — “We don't want you here!”And then things got even more interesting after the final whistle, when Jurásek went over to speak to the Sparta ultras. In this episode of the Footglish Podcast, we tell the story of Jurásek's controversial move from Slavia to Sparta and use it to learn useful English expressions related to football rivalries, conflict, and reconciliation. You'll learn expressions including:⚽ cross the divide ⚽ antagonise someone ⚽ wind someone up ⚽ make amends ⚽ put the past behind you ⚽ win someone over ⚽ earn someone's trust ⚽ prove your critics wrongA real football story. Real English. Footglish.Video from this episode______________________________________________________________________Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ______________________________________________________________________👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learnersSUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  Make Football Great Again 17.08.2026 59min

  On this podcast, I’m joined by football journalist Harry Brent from the Mirror and host of Make Football Great Again!We chat about my experience appearing on his podcast, his life as a football journalist, being a Chelsea fan, reflect on England’s World Cup campaign, and debate Gianni Infantino. ⚽🎙️Video from this episode______________________________________________________________________My appearance on Make Football Great AgainHarry's YouTube channelFantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ______________________________________________________________________👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learnersSUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  Premier League 2026-27 Preview 12.08.2026 49min

  ⚽ 26-27 Premier League Preview! I’m joined by Martin Minha, CANAL+ Sport presenter, commentator, reporter and host of the Away Days podcast, to look ahead to the new Premier League season. Who will win the title? Who will get relegated? And how will the nine managerial changes affect the season? We share our predictions and discuss what we can expect from the 2026–27 Premier League season.Video from this episode______________________________________________________________________Martin's PodcastCanal+ Sport's WebsiteFantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ______________________________________________________________________👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learnersSUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  Sparta Stunned Lyon at Home 05.08.2026 19min

  ⚽✨ Sparta Praha pulled off a memorable victory over Olympique Lyon! In this episode, I share my thoughts on Sparta's brilliant win over Lyon and discuss some of the biggest talking points from the match. You'll also learn useful English vocabulary with the prefixes under- and over-, including underestimate, overperform, underrated, overrated, and more. Improve your football English while talking about one of Sparta's biggest European nights!Video from this episodeFantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learnersSUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about ZdenekVideo from this episode
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  Czechia’s FIRST Foreign Coach: Who Is Santi Denia? 01.08.2026 44min

  For the first time in history, the Czech Republic national team will be led by a foreign head coach. In this episode, I discuss the appointment of Spanish coach Santi Denia, his first press conference, and my first impressions of the man who has been chosen to take Czech football in a new direction.What can Czech fans expect from a coach with experience from Spanish youth football? Will his philosophy bring something new to the national team? And why could this appointment represent a major change in the way Czech football thinks about its future?A look at the biggest coaching decision in Czech football history and what it could mean for the national team.Video from this episode Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learnersSUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about ZdenekVideo from this episode
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  The Czech League in Full Swing 30.07.2026 1t

  ⚽ What makes the Czech League (Chance Liga) unique? In this episode of the Footglish Podcast, I'm joined by a TV presenter and football commentator, Stepan Hajek from Canal+ Sport to discuss the Czech League, the opening round of the new season, the title contenders, the growing number of foreign players, and what makes Czech football worth watching. Along the way, you'll also learn plenty of natural football English in context. A video from this episodeCanal+ Sport's WebsiteCanal+ Sport's YouTube Channel Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learnersSUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about ZdenekVideo from this episode
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  Prepositions of TIME 26.07.2026 16min

  ⚽ Are you making these football English mistakes? In this episode, you'll master the most common prepositions of time used in football. Learn when to say at half-time, in the first half, in stoppage time, at the final whistle, from kick-off to full-time, and much more. Stop making the mistakes that even advanced English learners make and start sounding more natural when talking about football.A video from this episodeFantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learnersSUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  8 Football Phrasal Verbs You'll Use Every Day 24.07.2026 15min

  In this episode, you’ll learn 8 useful phrasal verbs through the story of Liam, a new football signing trying to adapt to his new club.Follow Liam’s journey as he tries to fit in, settle in, and slot in with his new teammates — while learning phrasal verbs you can use both on and off the pitch.A fun way to improve your English vocabulary through football! ⚽A video from this episodeFantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learnersSUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  Manchester United Robbed by VAR 15.09.2026 52min

  ⚽ Manchester United were ROBBED by VAR?! In this episode, I’m joined by Leontes, a Manchester United fan and a friend of the podcast, to talk about the latest Manchester derby and United’s current form under Michael Carrick. We compare how United look now with how they looked under Rúben Amorim, discuss the VAR controversy and Phil Foden’s red card, and ask whether United really have turned a corner. I also pay tribute to West Ham legend Luděk Mikloško, who has sadly passed away. Video from this episodeLeontes's YouTube ChannelLeontes's TikTokLeontes's Instagram______________________________________________________________________Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ______________________________________________________________________SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  9 things we LOVED and HATED about the WORLD CUP 20.07.2026 42min

  The World Cup 2026 is over! 🏆 In this special episode, I’m joined by Hugh Dellar as we look back at the tournament from two different perspectives. I share 9 things I loved about the World Cup, while Hugh reveals 9 things he hated — the unforgettable moments, surprises, frustrations and talking points from football’s biggest event. Which points do you agree with? What did you love and hate about this World Cup? 🎧 Learn English through football with The Footglish Podcast!👉Hug's website👉Video from this episode👉The Footglish Podcast FPL MINI LEAGUE👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learnersSUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener surveyIf you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  England Suffer a Heartbreaking Defeat to Argentina 16.07.2026 51min

  England's World Cup dream is over after a heartbreaking semi-final defeat to Argentina. In this episode, I'm joined by Luke from Luke's English Podcast, who shares his thoughts as a gutted England fan.We discuss where the game was won and lost, who looked more aggressive in the first half, what ultimately cost England the match, and why everyone has to take their hat off to Lionel Messi, who once again produced a world-class performance. Plus, you'll learn the football expression "to hit your stride" and other useful English vocabulary along the way.👉Zdenek on Luke's English Podcast (2h episode)👉Video from this episode👉The Footglish Podcast FPL MINI LEAGUE👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learnersSUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener survey.Follow "The Footglish Podcast" on Instagram.If you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek
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  Monumental England Win in the Azteca 07.07.2026 56min

  England are through to the quarter-final after a monumental win over Mexico!This week I'm joined by Martin from the Rock n Roll English Podcast to break down the match, discuss Donald Trump's bizarre involvement, FIFA's controversial decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's red card, and preview England's huge clash with Norway.As always, expect plenty of football vocabulary and natural British English along the way. ⚽Video from this episodeMartin's website👉The Footglish Podcast FPL MINI LEAGUE👉The Footglish Podcast Czech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learnersSUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflfTake part in this fun Listener survey.Join The "Footglish Podcast: Czech Fantasy LeagueFollow "The Footglish Podcast" on Instagram.If you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it.Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: [email protected] about Zdenek