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The fieriest opinions, the most strident sports reaction, the biggest of big-name guests, and impassioned debate on the day’s top stories. Join Simon Jordan and Jim White every day for a ringside seat to the biggest sporting debate around.Find more from talkSPORT at talkSPORT.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dec 16, 2025 • 55min
“Free Kobbie Mainoo”: A Step Too Far?
Jim White & Simon Jordan discuss Jekyll-and-Hyde Man United and should young stars ever call out the boss? FA vs FIFA on ticket prices and a fans’ protest, with Martin Endemann - Head of Policy at Football Supporters Europe; Hull owner Acun Ilicali on The Tigers ambitions; Will England turn up in the Ashes with Australian cricket writer Jarrod Kimber. Boxing Agent Sam Jones on Jake Paul vs AJ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 15, 2025 • 1h 8min
Martin O'Neill returns as Celtic keep losing
Jim White and Simon Jordan were joined by Martin O'Neill, for the first time since his stint as Celtic's interim manager. They looked back on how The Bhoys have lost all three games since O'Neill's departure, under new manager Wilfried Nancy, including the Scottish League Cup Final against St Mirren yesterday. Plus, they discussed Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca’s cryptic comments, Spurs’ 3-0 defeat at Forest, Sunderland winning the Wear/Tyne Derby 1-0, and the latest on Mo Salah’s future. An interview with boxing commentator Adam Smith on Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury being set to fight in 2026 is available on the talkSPORT Boxing YouTube channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 12, 2025 • 44min
Fifa's World Cup fleece and Nancy under pressure already at Celtic
Sam Matterface, Alex Crook and former Premier League manager Neil Warnock looked back on a tough night for Celtic as Wilfried Nancy made it two losses from two as their new manager. Would a Sunday cup final defeat spell the end already? Meanwhile, Fifa have been accused of a “monumental betrayal” by fan representatives after it emerged that the cheapest tickets for next summer’s World Cup final will cost more than £3,000. Plus, Sunderland legend Kevin Phillips joins the show to preview this weekend's Tyne-Wear derby, and Ferencváros manager Robbie Keane delights in his win over Rangers in the Europa League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 11, 2025 • 1h 2min
City’s Comeback, Tyne-Wear Derby & Salah Saga.
Jim White & Simon Jordan discuss Man City’s Bernabéu comeback. Tyne–Wear stakes for Eddie Howe. Salah’s Saudi push with Al Khoolood chairman Ben Harburg. FIFA’s Egypt v Iran ‘Pride Match’ row. Austin Hunter and father Warwick in the studio updating their inspirational story of struggle and defiance. Plus, Heavyweight Deontay Wilder & talkSPORT fight pundit and DAZN host Ade Oladipo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10, 2025 • 1h 8min
No Salah, no problem for Liverpool
Jim White and Simon Jordan were joined by former Liverpool midfielder, Danny Murphy. They reviewed Danny's old side beating Inter Milan 1-0, and discussed the latest regarding Mohamed Salah's future. There was also a 3-0 win for Spurs in front of a sparsely populated crowd, where the progress pride flag was relocated following a request from Slavia Prague, and Chelsea lost 2-1 away to Atalanta. Meanwhile, is there anything wrong with partisan punditry after the criticism Martin Keown has faced for how he covers Arsenal games? Are clubs right to ban journalists after Brighton censored The Guardian following their reporting of Tony Bloom? And, they spoke to FairSquare co-director, Nick McGeehan, who alleges FIFA have broken their own Ethics Code. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 9, 2025 • 54min
Salah’s Future, Free Speech & Boxing Latest with Frank Warren.
Jim White & Simon Jordan discuss Man United’s win v Wolves, Rob Edwards under the microscope, Liverpool at Inter and Salah’s future, Joey Barton’s guilty verdict and free speech. McLaren boss Zak Brown on his book. Plus, WBC mandatories with top boxing promoter Frank Warren. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 8, 2025 • 1h 7min
Mo Salah's bombshell interview & title race on
Sam Matterface and Simon Jordan were joined by former Arsenal defender, Martin Keown. They discussed Mohamed Salah’s bombshell interview following Liverpool’s 3-3 draw at Leeds, Aston Villa beating Arsenal 2-1 to blow the title race wide open, and asked whether there’s anything wrong with partisan punditry? Plus, they spoke to Scottish football journalist Bill Leckie after Wilfried Nancy lost his first game in charge of Celtic - in a top-of-the-table match against Hearts, former England fast bowler Steve Harmison on why Australia are so dominant in the Ashes, and F1 reporter Piers Prior on McLaren driver Lando Norris’ Drivers’ Championship victory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 5, 2025 • 54min
Man United & West Ham draw, Villa v Arsenal & Gareth Barry exclusive
Sam Matterface was joined by former Aston Villa forward, Gabby Agbonlahor. They reviewed the draw between Manchester United and West Ham, heard exclusively from England midfielders Declan Rice and Morgan Rogers, and looked ahead to the Premier League this weekend with the division's record appearance holder - Gareth Barry. Plus, they spoke to David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd at the conclusion of the second day’s play at the Ashes, and the Football Supporters' Association's Thomas Concannon on the price of tickets at the World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 4, 2025 • 58min
Chelsea Stumble, Arsenal injuries & Latest Boxing
Sam Matterface & Simon Jordan discuss Chelsea’s defeat at Leeds, Liverpool falter again and Arsenal push on despite injuries plus the latest boxing headlines with Spencer Oliver and Lawrence Okolie’s trainer Joe Gallagher. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 3, 2025 • 55min
Haaland breaks record but can City challenge for title?
Jim White and Simon Jordan were joined by former Liverpool midfielder, Danny Murphy. They reviewed Manchester City’s 5-4 win at Fulham, as Erling Haaland became the fastest player to score 100 Premier League goals, and Newcastle’s 2-2 draw with Spurs. They also looked at the fallout from Lucas Paqueta’s red card against Liverpool at the weekend and the revelation that Ollie Watkins has had a knee injury for over a year. Plus, they spoke exclusively to ex-Leeds winger, Eddie Gray, on his old side’s current struggles, and former England batsman Mark Butcher ahead of the second Ashes Test. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


