The S Word
The S Word is a daily sports podcast from talkSPORT that covers the biggest stories in soccer, with a focus on the upcoming World Cup in North America. Hosts Will Gavin and Master Tesfatsion bring heavyweight debate and hard-hitting analysis, featuring big-name guests and hot takes. The show embraces the term 'football' over 'soccer' and aims to settle the age-old debate. It also offers a video version on YouTube.
Episodes
Portugal through by a hair's breadth! Plus Kyle Walker exclusive
After needing the controversial snick-o-meter offside to survive a thrilling round of 32 game, how can Portugal beat Spain??The boys also react to Julian Nagelsmann resigning as Germany manager, is it Klopp or bust for Die Mannschaft?And after celebrating 9 CAF nations making the knockouts, only 1 of 6 has advanced so far, why is African football struggling after the group stage? African football
USMNT & England progress, but not without drama!
The USMNT make it to the last 16 to face Belgium, but can they win without talismanic striker Folarin Balogun? We'll break down the game, and that controversial red card.England also sneakl past DR Congo, Harry Kane to the rescue! They'll face the Mexicans in Mexico - have they got any chance at the Azteca?!We're joined by the brilliant Mike Ryan Ruiz, former referee Christina Unkel, and talkSPORT
USMNT & England In Action, France & Mexico Magnificent
Can anyone beat France? Can anyone beat Mexico in Mexico? Can any stop Erling Haaland?!We look back on a brilliant night of R32 action with French football savant Erik Bielderman and the brilliant Flex out in Mexico... Flexico if you will.Plus Will & Master get ready for the USMNT & England's R32 games, and Angelina Kelly joins us from Atlanta for a bit of local colourInstagram: @talkSPORT
European Giants Suffer Penalty Heartbreak
Germany Out! The Netherlands Out! What are the reactions like to their early exits back home? And are Paraguay & Morrocco getting enough credit?In a Superstar show former Netherlands defender Mario Melchiot & Bundesliga commentator Kevin Hatchard join us.Plus former Premier League striker Troy Deeney brings his brilliant brand of strong football opinions.And ESPN's Omar Raja gives us a Wor
Why don't people love Jesse Marsch?! And Breaking Maresca News
He's called his team Canadian Heroes, but why are people so anti-Jesse Marsch?! We talk about our love for Canada's own Ted Lasso.We also react to Chelsea's explosive statement on Enzo Maresca's move to Man City, who was in the wrong??And with Africa providing 9 nations for the knockouts of the 2026 World cup, how significant of a moment is this for CAF?We're joined by talkSPORT Insider Ben Jacobs
The Knockouts Are Here!!
The group stage of the 2026 World Cup is done, but not without final day drama.Kane & Bellingham elevate England, can they keep it up? How much more history can Messi make? And will Portugal learn the lessons from their underwhelming group performance?Our guests include Portugese Football Afficiando Sebastião Sousa-Pinto and Argentine Football commentator Stefano Fusaro.Plus Olly Clink & L
Yet More History at this Brilliant World Cup!
Can you remember a better World Cup story than Cape Verde making the knockouts, and facing a fairytale tie with holders Argentina?!Elsewhere is Marcelo Bielsa done in top tier football after Urugay's exit? Can Belgium turn it on in the knockouts?And with 9 out of 10 African teams still able to progress, is this a turning point tournament for the continent?Our guests include African Football Journa
USMNT Suffer Late Defeat & Ariel Helwani Exclusive!
How much should the USMNT read into their loss to Türkiye? Should Canada be guaranteed a home knockout game? And how good was Ecuador's win over Germany?!Ariel Helwani joins the show to talk Canada, Nottingham Forest, Elliot Anderson and Conor McGregor.Plus Nate Bukaty on the USMNT and Christine Unkel on Germany's goal NOT being disallowed.Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube:
MD3 delivers and Rebecca Lowe Exclusive BTS!
FOX World Cup host and Broadcasting Royalty Rebecca Lowe joins the show to give us a behind the scenes of the FOX coverage!We also look back on Scotland's loss with Mark Donaldson - does Steve Clarke shoulder the blame?The brilliant Kev Egan joins the show from Atlanta to reflect on the cultural melting pot of the World Cup, and Mbizo Mzamane on wins for South Africa & Brazil to finish the gro
Ronaldo Returns, as England Disappear
Did England drawing with Ghana convince you they can't win the World Cup? What changes need to be made?And is Cristiano Ronaldo back, or just a flat-track bully?Plus we give love to Ghana, who maybe could have won last night if VAR had properly intervened, and the Scottish party continues ahead of Brazil tonight.Our guests include talkSPORT's live football maestro Adrian Durham, Rory Jennings, Por
Is The G.O.A.T Debate Over?
Another Messi Masterclass leaves us wondering, is the GOAT debate settled for good? Master & Will debate it, and they launch an all-sport GOAT draft,All that being said about Lionel... could Kylian Mbappé catch the goal record as soon as this World Cup?We're joined by North-East football royalty, Argentine Julio Arca, and French football savant Erik Bielderman.Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter
Cape Verde are more than a fairytale, and Spain arrive!
Another brilliant day of World Cup action, covered with an all-star guest line up. Felipe Cardenas offers his insight on Spain's dominant 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia, Michael Lahoud joins us On Cape Verde AND Egypt making history, whilst Aly Martin is on talking all things USMNT.And Broadcaster and former referee Christina Unkel On Miguel Almiron's Red and 4 quarters in footballPlus how should Engla
The European Heavyweights Flex Their Muscle
Will & Master discuss big wins for the Netherlands, Germany & Japan, plus Master slams Tim Howard's USMNT takes - surely now is the time to get behind the USA!And European Football savant Andy Brassell joins us from Houston to talk Netherlands 5-1 Sweden, Yan Diomande's future and breaks down the latest on Cristiano Ronaldo's role for Portugal.Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTS
Can the USMNT ACTUALLY Win The World Cup?!
The USMNT top Group D following a 2-0 win over Australia, how excited should we be for their prospects?! Sports Commentator Nate Bukaty discusses the beauty of the North American World Cup, and former USMNT Midfielder Kellyn Acosta breaks down their performances and expectations.Plus former Scotland midfielder and top flight manager Paul Lambert joins the show to offer his insight on Scotland's de
Will the USMNT AND Scotland Make History?!
Can USMNT and Scotland make history and both qualify tonight? USMNT legend Brad Friedel joins us to preview the game with Australia, and talk World Cup keepers, and Shebahn Aherne is on from Boston where the Scotland party rolls on!Canadian Sportscaster Andi Petrillo dissects Canada's massive win, plus Laurie Horesh and Master go head-to-head.A reminder we're live 7 days a week throughout this Wor
England Impress, and Is Ronaldo Done?!
What a start to England's World Cup! Can they win the whole thing? Is Jude Bellingham celebrated enough?Plus is Cristiano Ronaldo done?! We discuss the other 9s at this tournament, and whether you'd start them in front of RonaldoA Superstar guest line-up includes former England striker Kevin Davies, former Referee Christina Unkel and Portugese play-by-play commentator Eric KrakauerA reminder we're
The Superstars Show Up!
Mbappe, Haaland, Messi - the big names have announced themselves on the World Stage on a spectacular night of World Cup action.Will & Master discuss their performances, debate if we'll see the same for Kane or Ronaldo tonight?Should Messi have seen red? Argentine commentator Stefano Fusaro joins the show.Plus, should you ever leave games early? And can we really abide this new 4 quarter footba
Cape Verde are owed an apology!
Cape Verde's sensational draw with Spain headlines the show, as Flex is forced to apologise for his score prediction, and Master asks what does it mean for the European Champions?? African Football Expert Ali Howart joins us.And we speak with John & Jodie MacLean, after they went viral for giving a $1200 ticket to Scotland's opening game away for FREE to a 16 year old who had been scammed on a
Football Is Nothing Without The Fans!
Master is back! He's joined by Harry Symeou today as we introduce our new feature "Fan Appreciation Society" reaction to viral clips of the amazing international fans at the world cup. And the guys react to talkSPORT's breaking news that FIFA will not stop Trump from presenting the World Cup trophy to the winners if he wishes to, repeating the scenes from the Club World Cup. Plus we're joined by -
John McGinn Heroics & Brazil Stunned By Morocco!
The Tartan Army are flying high after John McGinn secured Scotland’s first World Cup victory since 1990 with a gritty 1-0 win over Haiti.Meanwhile, over in New Jersey, a heavyweight clash saw Brazil drop points against a relentless Morocco side. Plus, we react to Australia's sensational start to the tournament against Türkiye - could they upset the USA?!Plus we introduce "the Neymar Line" - our te
USA! USA! USA!
The USMNT are off to a flyer with a dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay in Los Angeles to kick start their 2026 World Cup Campaign.Master Tesfatsion & Max Scott break down the action, the atmosphere and whether this will catapult the USA to bigger and better things.Plus writer Nate Bukaty joins the show, and Chelsea fan & broadcaster Alex Goldberg gives a slightly more tempered version of the o
Jimenez Mexico Miracle!
Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in the the opening game of the tournament, Felipe Cardenas joins the show live from Mexico City!South Korea came back to beat Czechia 2-1!Masterdamus makes a return!Ian Paul Joy joins the show to discuss USMNT opening game tonight against Paraguay!All coming right up on the S*Word powered by talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORT
The World Cup has ARRIVED!
THE WORLD CUP IS HERE! talkSPORT's Ben Jacobs joins us LIVE for the latest in the USMNT camp Portugese expert Tom Kundert preview Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo's chances of winning their first World CupPLUS FIFA President Gianni Infantino has grabbed all the headlines, should we all 'chill and relax' like he suggests?All coming right up on the S*Word powered by talkSPORTInstagram: @talkSPORTSWord
ONE Day until World Cup 2026!
Less than 24 hours now until the World Cup is here, it hasn't come without controversy!Will & Flex discuss some of their favourite World Cup memoriesWarren Barton joins to chat England ahead of their final warm up game PLUS Shebahn Aherne joins to preview ScotlandInstagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin & Flex Hosted on Acast. See acast.co
TWO Days until World Cup 2026
2 days until the BIGGEST World Cup in history!Mike Ryan Ruiz chats USMNTOlly & Master debate who between the UK & USA have the BEST stadiumsPLUS Jon Cotterill joins the show to preview Argentina's chances of going back to back!Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin & Flex Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Spain Coming For Argentina's Crown!?
In this episode we preview World Cup Groups H & I.Can Spain continue their Euro's success into the World Cup?Should France be considered the Tournament favourites?Which African Nations should we be keeping an eye on?Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin & Master Tesfatsion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Steve Nash x Kyle Martino x US Soccer CEO JT Batson
HUGE guests upcomingNBA Hall of Famer, Steve Nash & Former USMNT player Kyle Martino to talk NBA Finals, World Cup & more! US Soccer CEO JT Batson tells us how Team USA are preparing for this World Cup & BeyondInstagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin & Master Tesfatsion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati
Simon Jordan + Group E & F World Cup Preview
7 days away from the World CuptalkSPORT Presenter, Crystal Owner Simon Jordan makes his S*Word debut!African Football expert Rahman Osman tells which African teams will make noise this World CupAND somehow, a debate about water bottles being banned turns into a wager... with beans on toast on the line!Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin &
8 Days until the World Cup: Group C & Group D
8 days away from the World CupWas Neymar being called to the Brazil Selecao a MISTAKE? Brazillian football expert Jon Cotterill tells us why and moreThe Athletics' Paul Tenorio & Felipe Cardenas chat Paraguay & USMNTAND Man Utd fan and Broadcaster Flex debate's Master on Arsenal's all time standing in English football Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWo
9 days until the World Cup: Group A & Group B
9 days away from the World CupFormer Bosnia & Canada goalkeeper Asmir Begovic helps to preview Group BSebastian Salazar joins to give us a Mexican rundown for Group AAND the boys do another draft, this time: The World Cup of FOOD! It's can't miss stuff.Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin & Master Tesfatsion Hosted on Acast. See acast.
PSG Champions of Europe!
PSG are crowned Champions of Europe!Andoni Iraola to Liverpool!?Arsenal Fans Took The Streets Of London For Title ParadeZito Madu Joins The Boys In The StudioInstagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin & Master Tesfatsion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
UCL Final Preview: Don't be a COWARD!
Master has no energry for the COWARDLY Arsenal fans who think the Champions League is a free shotWill Arsenal do the double OR will PSG retain their title?We'll hear from fans from both sides PLUS we'll chat the Argentina World Cup squadCan Lionel Messi's team retain the World Cup?Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin & Master Tesfatsion Ho
Palace Champions Of Europe (Conference)
Crystal Palace are crowned Champions of the Conference LeaguePremier League Best African Player DraftLiverpool woes with Steve NicholClear and Obvious with Christina Unkel Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin & Master Tesfatsion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
USMNT World Cup Squad + Pochettino's LOSING It!
Mauricio Pottchetino has named his 26 players who will represent USA at the World CupMaster shares his concern with how Poch has addressed the worldwide mediaWest Ham Fan TV's Dan Lawless joins the show to chat Nuno after the club decided to keep him onAND we'll chat transfers with Gordon, Enzo Fernandez and many more doing the rounds Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @tal
USMNT Leaks & Drama + Serie A season review
Mauricio Pottchetino is not calming the nerves of Americans ahead of the BIGGEST World Cup in historyMaster shares his concern with what direction Team USA is headed downMarco Messina joins the show to chat all the fall out from Serie A coming to a closeAND talkSPORT Inside the Toon co-host Jack Cunningham tells us why Eddie Howe is luck to still be in charge as Newcastle managerInstagram: @talkSP
West Ham Down + Spurs Stay Up
West Ham back down to the ChampionshipSpurs stay up, is 17th the norm now?No Madrid players in Spain's World Cup Squad Barca win the quadBEAM OF POSITIVITY!Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin & Master Tesfatsion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
England World Cup Squad + Final Premier League Weekend
No Cole Palmer, No Harry Maguire... Thomas Tuchel, are you sure?Will and Master react to the announcement of the England World Cup squadPep Guardiola will step down as Manchester City boss, plus Michael Carrick signs a 2 year deal to remain Man Utd managerAND of course, the Premier League comes to a close this weekend Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts:
Is Aston Villa WALKING the Europa League good for Football?
Aston Villa are Europa League champions!But Will and Master have a heated debate on whether this is a good thing for Football as we know itWest Ham are facing relegation in the face, West Ham Fan TV's Dan Lawless joined the show to tell us the fans level of confidencePLUS former USMNT Midfielder Stu Holden tells us why Team USA are primed and ready to make some noise this World Cup Instagram: @tal
Arsenal: Premier League CHAMPIONS Once Again! + 23 Days till the World Cup
Have you heard? Arsenal have won the Premier League for the first time in 22 yearsWill Adrian Durham FINALLY give Arsenal credit for winning a major trophy?Max & Master were also joined by Jide Maduako who is travelling to every nation that's made the World CupInstagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin & Master Tesfatsion Hosted on Acast. Se
Pep Guardiola LEAVING Man City?! + Neymar makes Selecao
HUGE news that Pep Guardiola is set to leave Man City this eveningIs his replacement Enzo Maresca ready to take the reigns? The Scotland, Portuguese, AND Brazilian World Cup squads have been announcedThe Athletics' Felipe Cardenas and Former Scotland midfielder Mark McGhee take us through it all ahead of this summerInstagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Wi
Mo Salah Speaks Out & Xabi Alonso is a BLUE
Was Mo Salah CORRECT to indirectly call out Arne Slot and Liverpool?Broadcaster Laura Kirk Francis joins Will & Master to chat the Egyptian King + so much moreXabi Alonso will be the next Chelsea manager (not head coach)The fantastic Alex Goldberg tells us why the Blues have pulled off a blinder with this appointment Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHos
FA Cup Final Preview & Master vs Adrian Durham
Its FA Cup weekend, how excited are we for Man City vs Chelsea?talkSPORT's Kweku Afari joins the show to talk Chelsea and Real MadridThe GOAT, talkSPORT's voice of football Adrian Durham debates Master on why NO ONE but Arsenal fans want them to win the doublePLUS 27 Days until the World Cup, are France the true favourites for the competition?Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTu
Celtic vs Hearts SHOWDOWN + Can Man City catch Arsenal?
HEATED Debate between Hearts fan, ESPN's Mark Donaldson & talkSPORT's Shebahn AherneMan City Content Creator Steve McInerney joins to react to Manchester City beating PalaceWe'll hear from Rio Ferdinand on what could be the only thing stopping England winning the World CupPLUS Who is the Premier League Player/Young Player of the Season?Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube:
Real Madrid: The Telenovela + Southampton & SPYGATE
The Soap Opera that is brewing at the Bernabeu takes another turn! President Florentino Perez explodes in his latest presserSpygate dominates the EFL Playoffs and SouthamptonShould Xabi Alonso be the next Chelsea manager?PLUS Man Utd broadcaster Flex joins the boys to tell us why Arsenal winning the Champions League is bad buisness!Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSP
30 Days till the World Cup & Spurs Missed Opportunity
Not long left into what's being billed as the BIGGEST (and most expensive) World Cup in historytalkSPORT.com's Brian T Smith joins the show to share his excitement levels ahead of the tournament Spurs Chat podcast host Chris Cowlin joins the show to chat Spurs after a missed opportunity to go 4pts clear of the relegation zoneWe'll also hear from Paul Scholes who been speaking about Elliot Anderson
Arsenal One Hand on PL Title & Barca Crowned La Liga Champs
Arsenal take one step closer to Premier League glory!VAR controversy, was it the correct decision to rule out Wilson's late equaliser?Barcelona crowned La Liga Champions!Marcus Rashford should start for England in the World Cup!Mourinho back to Real Madrid.Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin & Master Tesfatsion Hosted on Acast. See acast.
Europa Finals Set & Drama down in Mexico + Liga MX
Aston Villa and Crystal Palace are headed to to the Europa and Conference League finals!Can they all the way? Plus what's going on in Mexico?Senior writer for The Athletic, Felipe Cardenas joins the show to discuss all things Liga MX Finally ahead of the weekends biggest games, Will and Master play 'Mastradamous' and give their predictions of the weekendInstagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPOR
PSG make back to back UCL Finals & Bomani Jones Special
Its now back to back finals for PSG and Luis Enrique take down Bayern Munich in the Champions LeagueAre Arsenal ready for the defending champions? (spoiler: Master thinks so...)Broadcast legend Bomani Jones joins the show and picks his new favourite football teamPlus talkSPORT's Angelina Kelly gives us more on Man City's first WSL title in 10 years!Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWor
Arsenal Clinch UCL Final & Kane for the Ballon d'Or?
Arsenal takedown Atletico Madrid and book their ticket to Budapest!Do they stand a chance vs Bayern Munich or PSG?French Football Writer Erik Bielderman Plus should Bayern's Harry Kane be Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHosts: Will Gavin & Master Tesfatsion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chelsea MELTDOWN & All Eyes on Arsenal
Have Man City just handed Arsenal the Premier League?And what about the performance from Chelsea on Tuesday? Is there any light at the end of the tunnel?Chelsea fan and host of the Football Exchange Show Alex Goldberg joins the showPlus Master Tesfatsion gives a RALLY CRY to all Arsenal fans who want to win the double...Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHost
Is Mbappe the problem at Real Madrid?
Is Kylian Mbappe is hurting Real? Is Unai Emery up to that job?And what about the performance from Tottenham on Sunday! Are they safe? Is the Villa team selection to blame?Former Real Madrid President Ramon Calderon and USMNT legend Brad Friedel join the showPlus Master Tesfatsion tells you why this show matters... Enjoy!Instagram: @talkSPORTSWordTwitter: @talkSPORTSWordYouTube: @talkSPORTSWordHos
Introducing: The S Word
The biggest ever World Cup is heading to North America, and talkSPORT are finally settling the age old debate - it's Football, not Soccer. Join Will Gavin and Master Tesfatsion every day for heavyweight debate and hard-hitting analysis as they break down the headlines with big-name guests and the hottest takes in the game. If your Spurs are more Tottenham than San Antonio, you've come to
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