• How to make the perfect World Cup kit
    Jun 8 2026

    Matt Forde is joined by comedian Jacob Hawley and football kit collector Olly Huddlestone to discuss some of the best kits at the years tournament and some of the iconic strips from World Cups down the years.


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    21 mins
  • How a German can win the World Cup for England!
    Jun 4 2026

    Matt Forde is joined by comedian Jacob Hawley and England legend John Barnes to discuss England ahead of the World Cup this summer and if Thomas Tuchel can guide the Three Lions to their first major tournament win since 1966.


    Barnes explains why England have not under achieved in previous tournaments despite public perception they should have won more in recent years.


    He tells us why he has no concerns over the squad that Thomas Tuchel has picked and that a united team is more important than finding room for individual talent.


    And he reveals the story behind his famous World in motion track in 1990 and why there has never been a football song like it since!


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    45 mins
  • How to save a World Cup penalty
    May 28 2026

    Matt Forde is joined by comedian Susie McCabe and former USA goalkeeper Brad Friedel to talk all things penalties ahead of the World Cup


    He explains why his former teammate Harry Kane will not feel any pressure in America despite missing that crucial spot kick in 2022 against France


    He tells us why stutter steps are a waste of time and gives his advice for anyone inexperienced who had to take a penalty in a shoot out


    And find out which former Man City striker was the best and most annoying penalty taker he ever faced during his time in the Premier League!


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    49 mins
  • How 'glass half empty' Scots plan on shocking Brazil this summer
    May 21 2026

    Matt Forde is joined by comedian Susie McCabe and former Scotland midfielder Jackie McNamara to discuss Scotland's chances ahead of the World Cup this summer!


    Jackie offers his advice to the current squad about facing Brazil, he was part of the last Scotland team to play the five time World Champions in 1998


    He explains why manager Steve Clarke is not as miserable as he may appear to be in the media and why he is one of the countries all time great managers.


    And he tells us about the advice he received from his father before making his first Scotland appearance alongside talkSPORT's very own Ally McCoist!


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    42 mins
  • How Mbappe can create World Cup Déjà Vu
    May 13 2026

    Matt Forde is joined by comedian Alex Brooker and World Cup winner Emmanuel Petit to discuss the hopes of France ahead of the World Cup this Summer!


    He explains to them why France are more set up to win trophies than England and why he expects them to go very close in America.


    He tells us what the French fans really think about captain Kylian Mbappe and why the Real Madrid star will never be considered as great Zinedine Zidane regardless of what he achieves in a blue shirt.


    And he tells us what French fans think of England and their chances, and believes the Three Lions should have won that game in Qatar four years ago.


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    41 mins
  • How WAGS Won The World Cup: Champagne, Cameras, and Chaos
    May 7 2026


    Matt Forde is back and this week is joined by the talented Comedian and star of Last One Laughing Maisie Adam!


    Oversized sunglasses at the ready, as this week we take on the WAGS! Lizzie Cundy joins us to share tales of Baden-Baden, discuss dealing with tabloids, and we ask: Is the "Wife and Girlfriend" lifestyle actually all champagne and designer bags, or is it more of a tactical nightmare?



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    42 mins
  • How to Fuel a World Cup Footballer
    Apr 30 2026

    Matt Forde is joined by comedian and star of Last One Laughing Maisie Adam to discuss all things food ahead of the World Cup this summer!


    They speak to celebrity football chef Jonny Marsh to find out what the diet of a World Cup footballer looks like and how important it is at the highest level.


    He tells us how an impromptu Christmas dinner with Kevin De Bruyne ended with him working with the likes of Ilkay Gundogan, Kyle Walker and the Murray Brothers.


    He explains the demands some top footballers have with one of his clients demanding a different meal every day for 10 months!


    And he explains why players will have to alter their diet in America this summer with conditions set to be far more extreme to what they are used to during the season.


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    46 mins
  • How Ronaldo Can Complete Football And Finally Win The World Cup
    Apr 23 2026

    Matt Forde and Alex Brooker speak to former Portugal defender and Euro 2016 winner Jose Fonte all about Portugal's chances at the World Cup this summer and in particular Cristiano Ronaldo who is surely participating in the tournament for the final time.


    Fonte reveals what Ronaldo is like to share a dressing room with and why him impact goes beyond what he does out on the pitch.


    We find out what the former Real Madrid star is like behind the scenes and if he is capable of switching off from football in his down time.


    And with the potential for one final Ronaldo vs Messi clash in the quarter finals we ask Jose how he see's the greatest footballing rivalry of all time


    We also get Jose's verdict on England and if Portugal feat Thomas Tuchel's side this summer, and talkSPORT's very own former England striker Gabby Agbonlahor drops by to ask this week's celebrity question!


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    43 mins