The Totally Football Show with James Richardson

Episodes

• Argentina break England’s hearts and reach the World Cup final 16.07.2026 40m

  The Three Lions were minutes away from just their second ever World Cup final - but Argentina always find a way. Jimbo, Tim Spiers and Tom Williams are live in LA, with Duncan Alexander in the UK, after an incredible late comeback from the holders. 1-0 down with 85 minutes played, goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez turn the game around and send Argentina through to the final against Spain on Sunday. Does Thomas Tuchel have big questions to answer about his defensive approach in the closing stages?Plus we look ahead to the big one - the 3rd/4th place play-off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Are we set for another Spain v England final? 15.07.2026 29m

  The European champions bid to become the world champions on Sunday as Spain sweep aside France in the first semi-final.Jimbo, Tom Williams and Tim Spiers are poolside in LA after a masterclass from La Roja.France barely lay a glove on the Spanish as Didier Deschamps will bow out as Les Bleus manager on Saturday. Can anyone trouble Luis De La Fuente’s side?Will we see another Spain v England final? Jack Pitt-Brooke is in Atlanta ahead of the second semi with Argentina. Can the Three Lions overcome Messi and co and reach their first World Cup final in 60 years? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Bellingham inspires England to a semi-final with Argentina 12.07.2026 50m

  The Three Lions are through to just their 4th World Cup semi-final after coming from behind to beat Norway. Jimbo is joined by Tim Spiers, Felipe Cardenas, Phil Hay and Michael Cox after extra-time in Miami. It wasn’t pretty for England but for the second match in a row, a Jude Bellingham brace did the job as the Norwegians row home. Where does Bellingham’s performance at this tournament rank in terms of all-time England performances? And do Thomas Tuchel’s team have what it takes to go all the way? Up next in the semi-finals, it will be holders Argentina! They overcome Switzerland after extra-time and after a second yellow for simulation for Breel Embolo. We cast an eye over the semi-final line-up which sees the top four ranked teams in the world go head to head. And England and Messi come face-to-face for the very first time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Spain set up France semi - can England join them in the last four? 11.07.2026 42m

  More late drama from the sub Merino as Spain beat Belgium to tee up a clash with Les Bleus. Jimbo, Tom Williams, Felipe Cardenas and Michael Cox take in Day 29 at the World Cup and look ahead to a big Day 30. The Red Devils put up a brave fight but an error from Lammens leads to victory for La Roja. Do Luis De La Fuente’s side have the tools to stop France? Again? England face Norway in the quarter-finals. It’s Kane v Haaland. Rice v Odegaard. Everyone versus the lightning. Martin Sleipnes explains why the Norwegians have already won. Argentina then take on Switzerland. They’ve been on the ropes in the knockouts. Can the Swiss knock them out? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• France ease past Morocco - is it certain to be Spain in the semis?
 10.07.2026 39m

  The French find a way yet again as their class tells in the first quarter-final of this World Cup. Jimbo, Tom Williams and Tim Spiers are baking in the LA sunshine on Day 28 of the tournament. Kylian Mbappe misses a first-half penalty but then scores and assists as Les Bleus win 2-0 against the Atlas Lions. How do you stop them? They will face the winners of Friday’s quarter-final between Spain and Belgium. Pol Ballus isn’t worried about the Red Devils. Axel Brisart thinks he should be. And are they the world’s favourite team now? Plus are England in defensive crisis ahead of their clash with Norway? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Argentina make historic comeback as the quarter-finals are set 08.07.2026 46m

  The final day of the Last 16 brought yet more drama at the World Cup. Jimbo, Tom Williams and Felipe Cardenas are in LA taking in a 27th consecutive day of football. Holders Argentina were on the verge of elimination by Egypt. 2-0 down with 10 minutes to play before Messi and co turned things around in normal time and completed possibly the game of the tournament. Colombia v Switzerland wasn’t quite as good but it’s the Swiss who reach their first quarter-final since 1954 after winning via penalty shootout. The last 8 kicks off on Thursday with France taking on Morocco. It’s a rematch of their semi-final in Qatar. Can the Atlas Lions exact revenge? Maher Mezahi has more. And we take a look at the quarter-finals as a whole. Are we about to see a first-time winner? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• USA turned over by Belgium, as Spain end Ronaldo’s World Cup career 07.07.2026 36m

  Day 26 saw European dominance in the last 16 continue at the World Cup. Jimbo is joined by Tom Williams and Felipe Cardenas in Los Angeles with three of the four quarter-finals now set in stone.After all the controversy, the USA’s World Cup adventure ends at the hands of a resurgent Belgium.They will take on Spain, who beat Portugal thanks to a last-gasp Mikel Merino goal. And so ends Roberto Martinez’s tenure as Portugal manager and Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup career. How will we remember him?24 hours on, Natalie Gedra is still trying to digest Brazil’s exit at the hands of Norway and what Carlo Ancelotti can do to bring the good times back.Plus we look ahead to the final last 16 ties with holders Argentina facing Egypt, and Colombia taking on Switzerland. Are we all underestimating the Swiss? David Lemos has more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• England win thriller in Mexico + FIFA’s Balogun controversy 06.07.2026 45m

  It was epic at the Azteca - possibly the game of the tournament.Jimbo, Tom Williams, Felipe Cardenas and Daniel Storey take in an incredible Day 25 at the World Cup from poolside in LA.In a match that had everything, 10-man England become the first nation ever to beat Mexico in Mexico at the World Cup. Was it a defining night for Thomas Tuchel’s team? Up next for the Three Lions in the quarter-finals - it’s Norway! They overcame Brazil thanks to a stunning late Erling Haaland double. Can he be stopped? And what’s happened to Brazil?The day began with the stunning news that Folarin Balogun had been cleared to play for the USA against Belgium despite his red card against Bosnia, after President Trump asks for the ban to be reviewed. Does this intervention tarnish the tournament?Plus the return of Martin Sleipnes…and the skunk! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• France through to the quarter-finals - can England overcome Mexico and join them? 05.07.2026 44m

  France overcame a feisty and physical Paraguay rearguard to secure a place in the quarterfinals against Morocco courtesy of a Kylian Mbappe penalty.Jimbo is joined at the Totally Ranch by Tom Williams and Felipe Cardenas to ring in the Fourth of July in style - and to discuss the first day of round of 16 action at this World Cup. Jack Pitt-Brooke dials in from Mexico City to look ahead to a huge game at the Estadio Azteca tomorrow. Will he be running around the Azteca to test out the altitude?! Who will start at right-back?Morocco withstood a spirited first 20 minutes by Canada and turned the screw in the second half, winning 3-0 without their star man Ismael Saibari - who came off injured in the first half.Plus, the return of the Haaland vs Gabriel battle as Natalie Gedra stops by to preview Brazil vs Norway in New Jersey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Argentina edge Cape Verde classic after Mexico-England chaos 04.07.2026 45m

  The world champions survive an almighty scare in an unforgettable matchup in Miami. Jimbo, Tom Williams, Felipe Cardenas and Phil Hay are in LA to take in a remarkable Day 23 at the World Cup. Messi scored again. Argentina won again. But Cape Verde are the story after coming from behind twice and scoring one of the great goals in tournament history. Scenes in Dallas where Australia take off goalkeeping legend Paddy Beach ahead of their penalty shootout with Egypt. It doesn’t go well. Colombia see off Ghana to set up a last 16 clash with Switzerland. A remarkable day at FIFA with talks of a drastic change in kick-off time between Mexico and England on Sunday before a U-turn. Plus we look ahead to the last 16 with France facing Paraguay in extreme heat, while Joshua Kloke tells us what victory for Canada over Morocco would mean to the nation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Portugal’s crazy Croatia victory sets up clash with Spain 03.07.2026 33m

  Ronaldo and Ramos come to the fore for Portugal in a win over Croatia that had almost everything. Jimbo, Tom Williams and Felipe Cardenas try to digest events in Toronto and LA on Day 21 of the World Cup. Portugal are through to the last 16 after the longest half in World Cup history. A half that had disallowed goals, drama, the snick-o-meter and Cristiano Ronaldo’s first ever goal in the knockout stages. Next up for Roberto Martinez’s side, it’s Spain who cruise past Austria with possibly their best performance of the tournament. Tom saw Lamine Yamal in the flesh. Friday will see holders Argentina take on Cape Verde, Australia v Egypt, while Colombia take on their former manager Carlos Queiroz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Kane leads England to Mexico as USA keep on rollin' 02.07.2026 44m

  More late drama in the last 32 as England’s captain comes to the rescue against DR Congo. Jimbo, Tom Williams and Laurie Whitwell react to another enthralling day of World Cup action Stateside. Thomas Tuchel and his team were given an almighty scare but a late brace from Harry Kane sets up a mouthwatering last 16 tie at the Azteca. Daniel Storey tells us how England are shaping up. Jack Lang tells us what to expect from Mexico. Pochettino's USA see off Bosnia 2-0 despite a controversial red card for Flo Balogun. Senegal were seconds away from a routine 2-0 win but an incredible late comeback from Belgium sets up a meeting with the Americans in the last 16. Thursday sees Spain look to win their first knockout tie at the World Cup since 2010. Plus it’s Ronaldo v Modric in Toronto. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• The best France team ever? Plus England will see DR Congo now 01.07.2026 53m

  Thomas Tuchel’s side look to join the big hitters in the last 16 as we look ahead to Wednesday’s action. Jimbo, Tom Williams and Phil Hay have seen some wonderful football in LA on Day 20 of the World Cup. Mbappe and Olise continue to sparkle as France dispatch Sweden 3-0. Can anyone stop Didier Deschamps’ devastating frontline? Erling Haaland’s late goal gives Norway their first ever knockout win against Ivory Coast. Next up Brazil for the team and superfan Martin Sliepnes! And Mexico breeze past Ecuador to set up a last 16 clash at the Azteca…possibly against England. The Three Lions face DR Congo in the opening match on Wednesday. Maher Mezahi tells us what to expect from the Leopards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Germany lose on penalties! Plus Brazil’s brilliant comeback 30.06.2026 47m

  Nagelsmann, Neuer and the Netherlands are going home after an enthralling day of World Cup action. Jimbo, Tom Williams and Laurie Whitwell are by the pool in LA, taking in all the knockout action. Germany lose a World Cup shootout for the first time ever, as Paraguay progress to the last 16. There’s also controversy after Jonathan Tah’s disallowed winner in extra-time. Raphael Honigstein is back. Morocco will face Canada in the last 16 after also winning an incredible penalty shootout against the Netherlands. Brazil found themselves behind against Japan at half-time but find a way to the next round with Gabriel Martinelli’s last-gasp winner. Natalie Gedra watched it unfold. Plus Tuesday’s fixtures and more on Iran’s exit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Germany battling bad vibes while Canada make more history 29.06.2026 43m

  Jesse Marsch’s side are through to the last 16 - who else will join them on Day 19 at the World Cup?Jimbo, Tom Williams and Daniel Storey are Stateside to cast their eye over some mouthwatering fixtures.Canada leave it very late to beat South Africa in LA and continue their best tournament run ever. Up next, Morocco or a very fun Netherlands.Monday also see Brazil take on one of the best counter-attacking teams in the tournament in Japan. Can Samurai Blue win their first ever knockout game at the World Cup?And why are the vibes bad for Germany before they take on Paraguay? Raphael Honigstein tells us.Plus Diomande’s decision and Tom’s hero - Telemundo commentator Ramses Sandoval - joins the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• England set up DR Congo clash as Clarke leaves Scotland 28.06.2026 44m

  The last 32 at the World Cup is set in stone after Thomas Tuchel’s side top Group L. Jimbo, Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams are in LA to examine the action as the group stage concludes. England eventually find a way past Panama, with Bellingham and Kane on the scoresheet. Are we convinced by the Three Lions as they face the Congolese next? Saturday was the day Scotland were officially eliminated from the tournament, with Steve Clarke stepping down as manager as a result. Phil Hay ponders what happens next. There’s an incredible finale in Group J that sees Austria steal a knockout spot at the expense of Iran. And Lionel Messi scores for a record-breaking 7th World Cup game in a row. Plus we look back at the mammoth group stage and pick out our favourite moments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• England poised for Panama as France thrill + Cape Verde qualify! 27.06.2026 55m

  Drama on Day 16 as Bielsa’s Uruguay are eliminated and Dembele enters the Golden Boot race. Jimbo has Duncan Alexander, Laurie Whitwell and Tom Williams for company in LA as the picture for the last 32 becomes clearer. England are through to the next round but will they finish 1st. 2nd or 3rd? The clash with Panama will decide that, as Thomas Tuchel deals with some injury problems. France top their group after thrashing a much changed Norway, with the Ballon d’Or taking home the match ball. Senegal are still in the mix after scoring banger after banger against Iraq, while Scotland’s hopes hang by a thread. Spain help eliminate Uruguay, allowing Cape Verde to progress to the next round. Nick Miller was there in Houston. And Belgium and Egypt also go through while Iran have to wait a bit longer after a crazy conclusion in Group G. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Norway-France face-off on Friday after Ecuador’s escape against Germany 26.06.2026 41m

  Mbappe and Haaland have their much-anticipated head-to-head in the World Cup in Boston. Jimbo meanwhile faces off against Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams poolside in LA. Who will top the group between Norway and France? Intrepid Norwegian fan Martin Sliepnes has an idea. Thursday’s drama comes in New Jersey where Ecuador save themselves from elimination with a late winner against Germany. Netherlands set up a last 32 clash with Morocco while Japan and Sweden also progress to the next round from Group F. As do Australia and possibly Paraguay after their goalless draw in Group D. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Vinicius inspires Brazil on bleak day for Scotland 25.06.2026 56m

  The Tartan Army have to play the waiting game after defeat to the Selecao in Miami.Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Phil Hay on the sofa in LA after Day 14 of the World Cup.A 3-0 loss for Scotland leaves them hoping to be one of the best 3rd placed teams. But the margin of defeat puts that in doubt and raises questions about manager Steve Clarke.South Africa’s shock victory over South Korea propels them into the round of 32 and reduces Scotland’s chances of qualification too.Bafana Bafana will play Canada in the round of 32 on Sunday, after the hosts lose 2-1 to Switzerland. Meanwhile Bosnia are look almost certain to play USA after their young guns down Qatar.Maher Mezahi watched Morocco progress to the next round after being a scare by Haiti while Ben Mabley is in Osaka looking ahead to Japan v Sweden.Plus traveling in self-driving cars and hiking with Rob Delaney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• England frustrated by Ghana and Ronaldo is 'back' 24.06.2026 43m

  England are held in Boston by Carlos Queiroz's stubborn Black Stars with Tuchel's side struggling to create opportunities.Jimbo is joined in LA by Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Megan Feringa to discuss Day 13 at the World Cup.Harry Kane spurned a huge chance to win it at the death and keep pace in the Golden Boot race, whilst Ghana will feel aggrieved that they weren't awarded at least one penalty with Prince Adu being taken down by both Konsa and Pickford.In the other game in Group L it's the end of the road for Panama who despite a spirited performance, lost 1-0 to Croatia in Toronto.Meanwhile in Houston, Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0 and Cristiano is back with a bang. Natalie Gedra was there and drops in from Houston to speak Ronaldo and the Seleção. And in Guadlajara Colombia beat DR Congo 1-0 to go top of group K ahead of their game with Portugal on Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.