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The Totally Football Show with James Richardson

The Athletic

300 episodes

James Richardson and Team Totally are with you four times a week with all the football news and chat you need - and plenty that you don’t too.

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  1. USA turned over by Belgium, as Spain end Ronaldo’s World Cup career

    · 37 min

    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…

  2. England win thriller in Mexico + FIFA’s Balogun controversy

    · 46 min

    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…

  3. France through to the quarter-finals - can England overcome Mexico and join them?

    · 44 min

    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…

  4. Argentina edge Cape Verde classic after Mexico-England chaos

    · 45 min

    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.…

  5. Portugal’s crazy Croatia victory sets up clash with Spain

    · 33 min

    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…

  6. Kane leads England to Mexico as USA keep on rollin'

    · 44 min

    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…

  7. The best France team ever? Plus England will see DR Congo now

    · 54 min

    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…

  8. Germany lose on penalties! Plus Brazil’s brilliant comeback

    · 47 min

    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…

  9. Germany battling bad vibes while Canada make more history

    · 44 min

    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…

  10. England set up DR Congo clash as Clarke leaves Scotland

    · 45 min

    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…

  11. England poised for Panama as France thrill + Cape Verde qualify!

    · 55 min

    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…

  12. Norway-France face-off on Friday after Ecuador’s escape against Germany

    · 42 min

    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…

  13. Vinicius inspires Brazil on bleak day for Scotland

    · 57 min

    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…

  14. England frustrated by Ghana and Ronaldo is 'back'

    · 44 min

    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…

  15. Messi + Mbappe electrify again as England get set for Ghana

    · 48 min

    Lionel and Kylian are going stride for stride in the race for the Golden Boot and the race to be the World Cup’s all-time top scorer. Jimbo is with Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Laurie Whitwell in Los Angeles…

  16. More Cape Verde heroics as Messi, Mbappe + Haaland take the stage again

    · 47 min

    It's the Totally Football Show in Los Angeles after another good day for the underdogs. Jimbo has Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams for company with an exciting Day 12 in prospect. Spain hit cruise control against…

  17. Germany indebted to Undav as Netherlands demolish Sweden

    · 51 min

    Die Mannschaft steal a last-gasp victory over Ivory Coast to top Group E on Day 10 of the World Cup. Jimbo, Tom Williams and Phil Hay are by the pool in Los Angeles, taking a dip into the best of the action. Germany…

  18. USA go through as Scotland’s hopes hang in the balance

    · 45 min

    The USMNT become the second team to progress while Haiti are the first team eliminated. Jimbo is with Duncan Alexander and Phil Hay poolside in LA after a pretty fine Day 9 at the World Cup. USA make it two wins out…

  19. Can USA + Scotland qualify after Canada’s historic day?

    · 48 min

    Mexico are through to the last 32, Canada look like joining them - what will Day 9 hold in store? Jimbo’s in LA with housemates Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams ahead of a mouthwatering day of action. Canada make…

  20. England power past Croatia as Ronaldo’s Portugal stumble

    · 55 min

    Thomas Tuchel’s Three Lions roar past Croatia 4-2 in their opener in Arlington. Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Laurie Whitwell in LA after an impressive outing for England. After Croatia come…

  21. England kick off against Croatia, as Messi, Mbappe + Haaland shine

    · 48 min

    England expects ahead of their opener with old rivals Croatia. Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams to preview Day 7 of the World Cup and react to the big hitters coming to play on Day 6. A rampant…

  22. Spain held by Cape Verde as France + Argentina arrive at the party

    · 46 min

    Day 5 produces one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history as European champions Spain draw 0-0 with tournament debutants Cape Verde. Jimbo has Tom Williams, Megan Feringa and Maher Mezahi for company in LA on a…

  23. Germany + Sweden enter the chat. But is it all too serene for Spain?

    · 44 min

    19 goals on Day 4 of the World Cup as Germany and Sweden make big statements. Jimbo’s in LA with Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Megan Feringa on a day of big goals and big statements. Germany thrash Curacao 7-1…

  24. Scotland win at the World Cup…here come Germany + Netherlands

    · 37 min

    The Tartan Army are celebrating in Massachusetts, with John McGinn’s goal enough to secure victory over Haiti. Jimbo has Phil Hay and Tom Williams for company in LA after Day 3 of the 2026 World Cup. Also in Group C,…

  25. USA light up the World Cup - can Brazil or Scotland follow suit?

    · 39 min

    Poch’s players produce an outstanding performance against Paraguay on a fine day for the hosts. Jimbo is joined in LA by Duncan Alexander, Phil Hay and ecstatic American Megan Feringa. USA thrash the South Americans…

  26. Mexico off to a winning start - can USA and Canada handle the pressure?

    · 39 min

    The 2026 World Cup is officially underway - will it be a clean sweep for the hosts on Friday? Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams to the show in Los Angeles. Mexico see off South Africa in the opening…

  27. The World Cup is finally here!

    · 31 min

    The bumper 48-team tournament to crown the champions of world football has finally arrived as the Totally Football Show relocates to Los Angeles for the full extravaganza. Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander and Tom…

  28. Inter Totally Cup final 2026!

    · 33 min

    It's the 2026 Inter Totally Cup final, and quizmaster Jimbo has his tuxedo and shiny shoes on. This year's final pits three-time-winner and hot favourite, Michael Cox, up against wildcard and tournament debutant,…

  29. World Cup preview: The hosts and the dark horses… like Scotland!

    · 1 h 01 min

    World Cup excitement has reached fever pitch with the Totally Team, who this time round sit down to discuss the hosts and those all-important dark horses. Jimbo is alongside JJ Bull, Colin Millar and Felipe Cardenas…

  30. World Cup preview: England and the other favourites

    · 1 h 05 min

    The World Cup is almost upon us so before we fly off to America it’s time for the Totally Show to discuss who might be winning the Final in mid-July. Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, Natalie Gedra and Liam Twomey…

  31. PSG pip Arsenal to Champions League on penalties, as Liverpool sack Slot

    · 46 min

    Paris Saint-Germain retain the Champions League via a shootout after drawing with Arsenal in Budapest. Jimbo has Daniel Storey, Tom Williams and Adrian Clarke for company as the club campaign draws to a close. It's…

  32. Inter Totally Cup semi-finals!

    · 34 min

    Quizmaster Jimbo is back in the hotseat as he hosts the semi-finals of the 2026 Inter Totally Cup. Semi final no.1 sees one of the tournament's hot favourites, Michael Cox up against the serial finalist, Tom Williams.…

  33. Palace win Conference League - can Arsenal beat PSG in the Champions League?

    · 41 min

    Crystal Palace beat Rayo Vallecano to win the UEFA Conference League in Leipzig. It’s a third trophy in 12 months for the Eagles, who’d previously never won any major competition. Special guest Reuben Pinder dials in…

  34. Como & Roma in the Champions League as Milan crash out of top four

    · 55 min

    It’s the final Euro show of the season and Jimbo is joined by the usual gang of Pol Ballús, James Horncastle, Tom Williams and a flying visit from Seb Stafford-Bloor to discuss how it’s all panned out on the Continent.…

  35. Spurs stay up as West Ham drop down to the Championship

    · 58 min

    It’s salvation for Spurs under Roberto De Zerbi as they beat Everton. But Nuno’s West Ham are relegated despite victory over Leeds. Jimbo has Daniel Storey and Tom Williams for company after the conclusion of the…

  36. Villa win the Europa League - will former winners Spurs go down on Sunday?

    · 46 min

    Aston Villa make light work of Freiburg to claim their first trophy in 30 years and Unai Emery’s 5th Europa League. Jimbo, Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare, Jay Harris and Jacob Tanswell take in another marquee…

  37. Arsenal are Premier League champions

    · 53 min

    The Gunners finally get over the line and win their first title in 22 years, while Spurs are still in the relegation battle. Jimbo, Daniel Storey, Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare and Adrian Clarke have a LOT to…

  38. Roma take charge of Champions League chase at the expense of Juventus

    · 52 min

    For the penultimate time this season, Jimbo’s got his European football friends Pol Ballús, James Horncastle and Tom Williams alongside him as the season reaches its conclusion. In Italy, Juve look to have fumbled a…

  39. Chelsea appoint Alonso, Salah lets loose and West Ham woes worsen

    · 1 h 15 min

    Jimbo has Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Colin Millar for company on a very newsworthy penultimate Premier League weekend. It’s Man City who claim the FA Cup and the domestic cup double but runners up Chelsea waste no…

  40. Inter Totally Cup quarter-finals!

    · 42 min

    Jimbo is in the quizmaster seat as he hosts 4 quarter-finals of football's most prestigious trivia competition, the Inter Totally Cup. Quarter-final no.1 sees two former champions Michael Cox and Daniel Storey going…

  41. Can Chelsea make it three FA Cup final defeats in a row for City?

    · 1 h 03 min

    Jimbo sits down in the studio with Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare, Natalie Gedra with a flying visit from Phil Hay as the FA Cup Final approaches and the title races in England and Scotland go right down to the…

  42. Barca win La Liga in El Clasico - Mourinho to the rescue for Real?

    · 48 min

    Jimbo is missing Seb Stafford-Bloor, but the usual gang of James Horncastle, Tom Williams and Pol Ballus still have more than enough to talk about as the football season nears its end on the Continent. Barcelona…

  43. Trossard goal + VAR drama = delight for Arsenal and despair for West Ham

    · 1 h 08 min

    Jimbo, Daniel Storey, Adrian Clarke and Matt Davies-Adams are in the studio reacting to Matchday 36 of the Premier League season. Arsenal are two wins from the title after an incredible finale at West Ham that sees…

  44. Totally Extra: Cantona - the first Premier League superstar

    · 1 h 09 min

    Jimbo is joined by Daniel Storey, Tom Williams, Duncan Alexander and very special guest Paul Ince, to open up the Totally Almanac on one of the most iconic premier league players ever, Eric Cantona. Born in Marseille,…

  45. Can Arsenal do the Champions League + Premier League double?

    · 1 h 02 min

    Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, Jay Harris and Mark Carey to look back on two eventful Champions League semi-finals, and discuss what could be a pivotal weekend of Premier League action. Arsenal will play PSG in…

  46. Who’s going through to the Champions League Final + Inter win Scudetto

    · 1 h 23 min

    Jimbo and the usual team of James Horncastle, Tom Williams, Pol Ballus and Seb Stafford-Bloor sit down to discuss all things European football and look ahead to those all-important Champions League semi-final second…

  47. Statement wins for Spurs and Arsenal, as Man United make the Champions League

    · 1 h 02 min

    Jimbo dives deep into the Premier League weekend with Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Seb Stafford-Bloor. Spurs lift themselves out of the relegation zone with a stunning victory at a mutinous Villa Park. This comes…

  48. Totally Extra: Tottenham’s trip to the Champions League final

    · 1 h 07 min

    Jimbo is joined by Dan Kilpatrick, Duncan Alexander and Daniel Storey to discuss Spurs' journey to the 2018-19 Champions League final. The season started with concern after the infamous summer of non-spending with…

  49. Advantage Arsenal against Atleti? Was PSG Bayern too good? Can Spurs catch the Hammers?

    · 59 min

    Jimbo is back on duty alongside Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare and Jack Lang to discuss Act One of the Champions League semi-finals and look ahead to this week’s Premier League action. PSG and Bayern produce a…

  50. Champions League semi-finals are here and a refereeing scandal in Italy

    · 1 h 05 min

    Jimbo is joined by the Euro crew of James Horncastle, Tom Williams, Pol Ballus and Seb Stafford-Bloor to look ahead to the Champions League semi-finals and discuss the latest football news from around the continent.…

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