Football For Kids

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563 Kids football podcast about Dani Olmo for children, inspiring young football fans with stories, confidence, resilience and real life lessons. Join Darren Rees on Football For Kids as we explore the incredible journey of Barcelona and Spain star Dani Olmo, from kicking a ball at home to winning trophies across Europe. A brilliant, inspiring football story for kids aged 7 to 11 and the families who listen with them. Darren@Footballforkidspodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ MARCUS RASHFORD FOOTBALL STORY FOR KIDS MANCHESTER UNITED BARCELONA ENGLAND GOALS COMEBACK CONFIDENCE JOURNEY RESET. In this special Football For Kids episode, we tell the powerful true story of Marcus Rashford Part 2. From flying high at Manchester United to tough setbacks, missing out with England, and finding joy again at Barcelona. This episode explores goals, confidence, responsibility, resilience and what it really means to reset when things feel hard. Perfect for kids and families who love football and inspiring stories about never giving up. A must listen for young football fans who dream big and learn from every challenge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ This is Part Two of my Phil Foden story, following on from Part One which I released in December 2022. In this episode I dive into his journey from injury setbacks to Premier League glory, Champions League triumph, Treble success, his Player of the Year season, the Sniper celebration, Euro 2024 drama and his record breaking milestones. Perfect for young fans who love Manchester City, England stars and inspiring football stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ Email Darren: Darren@footballforkidspodcast.com Kids vs. Adults S4 EP.12. Eddie vs. David James vs. Paul Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ Email Darren: Darren@FootballForKidsPodcast.com Welcome back to the Football For Kids podcast with Darren Rees, now proudly entering its fourth year of football stories, big dreams and proper journeys. In this episode, we tell the remarkable life story of Igor Thiago, the Brentford goal machine who, at the time of recording, sits as the second highest goalscorer in the Premier League. And this is not a tale that starts with flash boots or fancy academies. It begins with neighbourhood football in Brazil, jumper goalposts, hard work, and a quiet belief that refused to go away. Born in Gama, just outside Brasília, Thiago grew up in a working family where nothing was handed out for free. Football was joy, not a plan. Until one night, watching the Premier League on television, something sparked. A young Thiago saw Cristiano Ronaldo flying down the wing for Manchester United and thought, maybe, just maybe, that could be him one day. Life soon tested that dream. When Thiago was just 13, his father passed away. Overnight, childhood changed. He worked jobs from the age of 11, clearing weeds, carrying shopping, mixing cement, running long distances after work, all while going to school and training. Before he was a striker, he was a worker. Before he scored goals, he learned how to keep going. This episode follows Thiago’s slow and stubborn rise through futsal, local Brazilian clubs, and a brave move away from home to chase football properly. From Cruzeiro in Brazil to freezing winters in Bulgaria, from record breaking nights with Club Brugge to a club record move to Brentford, his journey is packed with setbacks, injuries, patience and belief. You will hear how Thiago fought through serious knee injuries, waited for his chance in England, then exploded onto the Premier League stage with goals, records and a Player of the Month award. From carrying bricks to carrying a football team, this is a story about resilience, timing, and trusting your path. Perfect for kids, families, young footballers and anyone who loves a proper underdog story, this episode shows that greatness does not care where you start. Sometimes the longest journeys create the strongest people. So whether you are listening in the car, at home, or on the way to football training, this is one story you will not forget. And if you know someone who loves football just as much as you do, pass it on. See you next time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ Kids vs. Adults S4 EP 11: Nate vs Arlo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ Darren@Footballforkidspodcast.com In Part 2 of this special Football For Kids episode, Darren Rees follows Ollie Watkins through the moments that shaped an England and Aston Villa hero. From brutal loan spells at Weston super Mare and a career defining Devon derby winner, to the Brentford years, Premier League stardom at Aston Villa and that unforgettable England goal at Euro 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ In Part 1 of this special two part Football For Kids episode, Darren Rees explores Ollie Watkins’ childhood in Torquay and Newton Abbot, his musical family roots, the quiet resilience shaped by his mum’s hard work, and the moment a simple knock on the door changed his life forever. You will hear how grassroots football, patient parenting and saying no to early academy pressure helped Ollie fall in love with the game before chasing the dream. Darren@Footballforkidspodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ Kids vs. Adults, in Canada with Jon and Benson! 🇨🇦 ⚽️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ In this episode of the Football For Kids Podcast, Darren Rees tells the inspiring story of Antoine Semenyo – the Bournemouth goal-scoring machine and Ghana international. Born in Chelsea in the year 2000, Semenyo’s journey has been anything but easy. From kicking a ball in the park with his dad, facing rejection after rejection at clubs like Arsenal, Tottenham and Crystal Palace, and even nearly giving up football completely… to finally breaking through with Bristol City, battling through tough loan spells in non-league and the lower leagues, and then becoming a multi-million pound Premier League player with AFC Bournemouth. We’ll hear how Semenyo grew up watching the Africa Cup of Nations on TV with his family, dreaming of heroes like Didier Drogba and Asamoah Gyan – and how that dream came true when he went on to wear the Ghana shirt himself at international level. But this episode doesn’t stop at the goals and glory. We also talk about the serious issue of racism in football. On 15 August 2025, Semenyo was racially abused while playing at Anfield. We explain why this is so wrong, why racism has no place in football or anywhere, and how kids can learn to always choose kindness, bravery, and respect. 👉 Perfect for kids and families who love football, this episode is about never giving up, chasing your dreams, and standing up for what’s right. If you love football stories and want to be inspired, then you won’t want to miss this episode about Antoine Semenyo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AD Free listening, exclusive episodes and more: https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids In this second episode of the Football For Kids “You’ve Got This” series, Darren Rees tells the incredible journey of Hugo Ekitike – from the streets of Reims to PSG, Frankfurt and finally a huge move to Liverpool FC. The 23-year-old striker has taken the Premier League by storm, scoring goals and showing why he’s one of Europe’s brightest forwards. But this episode isn’t just about football. It’s about something every child faces when starting a new class, school or even moving somewhere completely new: making friends. Darren shares how building friendships is just like football – it starts with bravery, passing the ball, and making the first move. From Mo Salah to Bukayo Saka, every star was once the “new kid,” and every friendship takes time to grow. With football history, life lessons, and encouragement for kids heading back to school, this episode is perfect for young football fans, parents and teachers. Whether on the pitch or in the classroom, the message is clear: be brave, be kind, and remember – you’ve got this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ this episode we’re diving into 10 of the most iconic terraces in football stadiums around the world — and discovering what makes them so special. From the Lisbon Lions Stand at Celtic Park 🟢⚪, to the North Stand at Boca Juniors’ La Bombonera 💛💙, to the roaring Curva Nord and Curva Sud at the San Siro 🔴⚫🔵⚫ — these are the stands that players love to score in front of, and visiting teams fear the most. We’ll explore the history, the noise, the atmosphere, and the fans that make these terraces legendary. This is part one of a three-part journey through the loudest, most colourful, and most passionate corners of football! So buckle up, get ready to sing along, and let’s step inside some of the most famous football stands ever built. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ Craig vs. Rob S4 EP 9 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ ⚽️ ⚽️ ⚽️ Get ready for a double dose of football magic as we tell the incredible story of Gerd Müller, the small, shy boy from Germany who turned goals into thunder and football into pure poetry. In this special extra long episode, you will meet the lad who did not look like a superhero but played like one. From muddy fields in a tiny town to roaring stadiums packed with cheering fans, Gerd showed the world that you do not need sparkles or super strength to be a legend. Just quick feet, a sharp eye and a love for the game that never stops shining. You will hear how he helped build Bayern Munich into giants, scored goals that made goalkeepers wobble and earned the mighty nickname The Bomber. All while staying as calm and kind as a warm cup of cocoa on a chilly day. Packed with drama, determination and more goals than you can shake a boot at, this story proves that even the quietest players can make the loudest noise. So lace up your boots, grab your imagination and dive into part one of a football fairytale that will make you believe anything is possible on the pitch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ Make sure you check out my brand new show 'Darts for Kids' sponsored by Target where you can buy all things Luke Littler: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy the Guinness World Records Football Edition 2026 here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Guinness-World-Records-Football-2026/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Kids vs. Adults EP 7!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ad Free listening, exclusive episodes and early releases: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids⁠ OR Get the same perks via Apple Podcast subscription: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-for-kids/id1627973563⁠ Make sure you check out my brand new show 'Darts for Kids' sponsored by Target where you can buy all things Luke Littler: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy the Guinness World Records Football Edition 2026 here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Guinness-World-Records-Football-2026/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This is the amazing story of Eberechi Eze, the boy who was told “no” again and again but never stopped believing. From being released by Arsenal to returning years later as their number 10, Eze proves that hard work, faith and never giving up can make dreams come true. ⚽️💫 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Football Time Machine: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/J4UBBKU3JNDC8 or email: Darren@Footballforkidspodcast.com to receive a link to purchase. This Christmas, Darren Rees and The Football For Kids podcast bring you something truly special... the first ever limited edition collector’s release, signed and numbered by Darren. Each exclusive pack includes: ⚽️ 1 x Football For Kids framed artwork with a Golden QR Code The frame looks brilliant wherever you listen to the show...on your wall at home, in your room, or even by your match-day setup. The Golden QR Code unlocks three incredible surprises: 🏆 The first and only video podcast ever made by Darren ⭐️ A Kids vs Adults exclusive play-along with three games to play at home 📖 A brand new audio story: Teddy and the Tale of the Football Time Machine! Only 250 will ever be made. If you manage to get one, you’ll be part of less than 1% of the global Football For Kids audience to own a true piece of show history. For any listener who loves the podcast, this is the ultimate collectable Christmas gift. Terms & Conditions The image shown has been created using artificial intelligence and is for illustrative purposes only. The final product will be presented in a white frame, although its appearance may differ slightly from the image displayed. This product is available for delivery within the United Kingdom and Ireland only. Orders placed after 15 December may not arrive before Christmas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices