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The Footglish Podcast: Learn English with Football

On the Footglish Podcast each week, join Zdenek, a passionate English teacher and a huge football fan, as we dive into the latest football news while helping you improve your English skills. Whether you’re a die-hard football fan or an English learner eager to boost your listening skills, Footglish offers a fun and engaging way. Each week, we break down football matches of Zdenek’s or his guests’ favourite teams, all while teaching you practical English that you can use on and off the pitch.

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44:57

Czechia’s FIRST Foreign Coach: Who Is Santi Denia?

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2026/08/01

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

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60:19

The Czech League in Full Swing

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2026/07/30

⚽ 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

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16:53

Prepositions of TIME

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2026/07/26

⚽ 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:

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15:53

8 Football Phrasal Verbs You'll Use Every Day

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2026/07/24

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

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13:28

FANTASY FOOTBALL (CHANCE LIGA + PREMIER LEAGUE) -...

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2026/07/23

⚽🎧 FANTASY FOOTBALL: join my mini leagues! (bonus episode)I’m joined by Vojta from Fantasy s Vojtou to talk about Fantasy Premier League and the brand-new Czech Fantasy game!Vojta's YouTube channelFantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vyCzech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJvideo from this episode

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42:07

9 things we LOVED and HATED about the WORLD CUP

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2026/07/20

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

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51:09

England Suffer a Heartbreaking Defeat to Argentina

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2026/07/16

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

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56:02

Monumental England Win in the Azteca

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2026/07/07

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

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58:58

Football Fans with Craig

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2026/07/05

This week's episode is a special crossover with Craig from the Ingles Podcast! ⚽🎙️We look back at the role football played in our childhoods, share our thoughts on the ongoing World Cup, and even venture into the thorny subject of politics in football—with Craig, as always, doing his best to play devil's advocate.Along the way, we naturally introduce plenty of useful football-related English, including different types of football fans such as die-hard supporters, fair-weather fans, glory hunters,

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24:25

Master the Verb "PLAY" Like a Football Commentator

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2026/07/03

The verb play might seem simple, but in football English it's one of the most versatile words you'll ever use.In this episode of Footglish, we'll explore the most important football collocations and expressions with play, including:⚽ play for⚽ play as⚽ play against⚽ play at⚽ play out from the back⚽ play someone in⚽ play a through ball⚽ play a ball over the top⚽ play on ...and many more useful collocations and idioms you'll hear in real football commentary and conversations.You'll learn what these

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32:35

ENGLAND or SPAIN, Who Has More WORLD-CLASS Players

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2026/06/26

This week I'm joined by Ben from To the Point English for a football and English chat with a World Cup twist.Is England's squad really full of world-class players? Or does Spain have the stronger team? We compare both sides, predict who will go further in the tournament, and discuss whether England has what it takes to lift the trophy.Later, I also explain the phrase "to be torn between two things".Video from this episode👉The Footglish Podcast FPL MINI LEAGUE👉The Footglish Podcast Czech Fantasy

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28:48

Awful Awful AWFUL Czechia

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2026/06/19

⚽ Czechia 1-1 South Africa | World Cup 2026 Reaction In this episode, I rant about what may have been the worst match of the World Cup so far. Czechia took the lead and had a poor South African side exactly where they wanted them, but instead of pushing for a second goal, they sat back, defended deep, and invited pressure. In the end, they were punished with a late equaliser.Video from this episodeMy appearance on Make Football Great Again👉The Footglish Podcast FPL MINI LEAGUE👉The Footglish

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37:56

When Curaçao Equalised Against Germany

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2026/06/16

⚽ Curaçao at the World Cup!In this episode of the Footglish Podcast, I speak with a Curaçao fan who was born in the Netherlands but proudly supports Curaçao because of his family roots.We discuss: What it means to support Curaçao at the World CupThe unforgettable moment Curaçao equalised against GermanyThe amazing Netherlands - Japan gameThe emotions, celebrations, and hopes of a smaller football nation on the biggest stageA fascinating conversation about football, identity, and World Cup dreams. 🏆

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22:04

The Real Reason Czechia Lost to South Korea

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2026/06/13

In this episode, I break down Czechia's 2-1 defeat to South Korea and explain why the Koreans deserved the win. We look at what Czechia got wrong, what South Korea did better, and what the result means going forward. I also discuss: Mexico's victory over South Africa and the chaos of three red cards Canada and Bosnia & Herzegovina sharing the points in a 1-1 draw The USA's impressive 4-1 win over Paraguay 🏆 The World Cup is underway, and there's already plenty to talk about!Video from this

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37:25

S03E11 England World Cup Preview

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2026/06/08

In this episode of the Footglish Podcast, I chat with Paul, an England fan, about England's chances at the World Cup 2026. We discuss Thomas Tuchel, Harry Kane, England's key players, the team's strengths and weaknesses, and the new World Cup format and rule changes. 🏆 Can England finally bring football home?Video from this episodeMy appearance on Make Football Great Again👉The Footglish Podcast FPL MINI LEAGUE👉The Footglish Podcast Czech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE👉Achievers Chamber - online group

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11:19

S03E10 Football Collocations Gone Wrong

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2026/06/04

Do you say give a goal or make a goal? Can the goal be called a gate? Can you save a goal? In this episode of the Footglish Podcast, we look at 9 football collocations that English learners regularly make mistakes with. Using examples from international football and the road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, you'll learn the natural expressions that commentators, journalists, players, and fans actually use. Whether you're following England, Brazil, Argentina, Spain, France, or your own national team,

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27:06

S03E09 Czech Republic World Cup Squad REVEALED

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2026/05/23

The Czech Republic have announced their preliminary World Cup squad — and there are already a few big talking points. 🇨🇿In this episode of Footglish, we break down the latest call-ups, discuss the most surprising inclusions, and look at which players missed out on the squad. Who deserved a place? Which decisions could divide fans? And which players still have work to do before the final 26-man squad is confirmed?We also explore useful football English expressions connected to squad

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49:51

S03E08 Arsenal End 22-Year Wait for the Title

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2026/05/21

🎙️ Arsenal are champions of England for the 2025–26 season — has it sunk in yet?In this episode of Footglish, I’m joined by Cathal from Ireland 🇮🇪 — an Arsenal supporter and friend of the podcast — to talk about a historic season for Arsenal F.C..We discuss what it feels like to finally see Arsenal back on top, whether this title win changes the way fans view Mikel Arteta, and what could happen in the upcoming UEFA Champions League Final.⚽ In this episode:Arsenal crowned champions of EnglandHas

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53:02

S03E07 The Night Czech Football Lost Its Mind

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2026/05/10

What should have been a night of celebration turned into one of the darkest moments in Czech football history.In this episode of Footglish, I break down the shocking scenes from the Prague derby — the pitch invasion, the violence, the flare attack, the abandonment of the match, and what it all says about football culture in Czechia.Was this simply crowd madness… or a complete failure of organisation, security, and leadership?And most importantly — what happens next?Video from this episode👉The

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67:01

S03E06 THE WAIT IS OVER… CZECHIA ARE GOING TO THE...

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2026/04/03

My guests this time are Honza Popek — my cousin and a sharp football mind — and David Nyč, a reporter, commentator, presenter of ONE PLAY TV, and co-author of the podcast Druhý Dotek Zdeňka Folprechta. 🎙️In this episode of Footglish, we dive into a historic moment as Czechia finally books their place at the World Cup — and yes, we properly celebrate it too.We discuss:⚽ Czechia’s long-awaited qualification and the key factors behind this success,⚽ The captaincy shake-up — why Tomáš Souček lost the

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