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Steve Crossman is at Celtic Park with former player Pat Nevin, commentator Conor McNamara and reporter Kenny Crawford with instant reaction to a pulsating title decider between Celtic and Hearts.They pay tribute to the job Martin O'Neill has done in turning Celtic's season around and discuss how unlucky Hearts are to come up just short in the enthralling title race.Plus, former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson is with commentators John Murray and Ian Dennis speaking about the fallout from Manchester City winning an eighth FA Cup against Chelsea at Wembley Stadium.They talk about Bernardo Silva and John Stones ending their City careers on a high and what's next for manager Pep Guardiola.01:02 Unsavoury scenes at Celtic Park 02:08 Pat Nevin talks about the pitch invasion 07:49 Kenny Crawford on the significance of Callum Osmand's goal 15:04 Interview with Luke McCowan 19:19 Celtic boss Martin O'Neill speaks on the pitch 21:37 Manchester City on their way to receive the FA Cup 22:38 Bernado Silva's impact on the club 26:33 The trophy lift 28:20 John Murray describes Pep's fashion choices 29:31 What next for Guardiola? 30:42 Antoine Semenyo on his match winning goal 32:48 Chelsea interim head coach Callum McFarlane

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk Spygate, VAR and look ahead to the FA Cup Final. There’s Clash of the Commentators controversy as ‘CAS’ gets in touch. There are more unintended pub names from sport commentary and suggestions for the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. Messages, questions and voicenotes welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk01:00 Ali been to Scotland for the title race, 03:15 ‘They need to strip back VAR’, 07:55 The return of the Reeces, 10:30 An ABBA earworm from Herr Chapman? 13:50 5 Live commentaries this weekend, 14:55 FA Cup Final date ‘not as it should be’, 18:05 Unintended pub names from commentary, 19:10 Spygate allegations discussion, 29:20 Munchgate reaches a conclusion… 33:55 Can Ian respond in Clash of the Commentators? 40:30 Great Glossary of Football Commentary.5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Sat 1230 Celtic v Hearts, Sat 1500 Man City v Chelsea in FA Cup Final, Sun 1500 Leeds v Brighton, Sun 1500 Brentford v Crystal Palace on Sports Extra, Sun 1730 Newcastle v West Ham.Great Glossary of Football Commentary: DIVISION ONE 50p head Agricultural challenge, Back of the net, Back to square one, Backside and elbows, Booked, Bosman, Bullet header, Channel of joy, Coupon buster, Cruyff Turn, Cultured/educated left foot, Dead-ball specialist, Draught excluder, Elastico/flip-flap, False nine, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Grub hunter, Head like a biscuit tin, Head like a sheriff’s badge, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, In behind, Lollipop, Magic of the FA Cup, Managerless X, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Parachute payment, Park the bus, Perfect hat-trick, Postage stamp, Put his cap on it, Rabona, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Stick it in the mixer, Sweeper keeper, Taking it to the corner flag, Target man, Tiki-taka, Towering header, Trivela, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep. DIVISION TWO 2-0 can be a dangerous score, Asterisk, Back on the grass, Ball stays hit, Banana skin, Beaten all ends up, Blaze over the bar, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Camped in the opposition half, Cauldron atmosphere, Champagne is on ice, Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Couldn’t sort their feet out, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, Drop zone, Drubbing, First cab off the rank, Giant-killing, Goalkeepers’ Union, Going down in installments, Good leave, Good touch for a big man, Half-time in the tie, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, In the dugout, In the hat, In their pocket, Johnny on the spot, Lackadaisical, Leading the line, Leather a shot, Mazy run, Middle of the park, Needed no second invitation, Needing snookers, Nice headache to have, No-look pass, Nutmeg, On the beach, On their bike, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Piledriver*, Played us off the park, Points on the board, Points to the spot, Prawn sandwich brigade, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Queensbury rules, Reaches for their pocket, Relegation six-pointer, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Sent into raptures, Show across the bows, Sleeping giant, Slide-rule pass, Staving off relegation, Steal a march, Sting the palms, Straight in the bread basket, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Telegraphed that pass, Tired legs, That’s great… (football), Thunderous strike, Tricky winger, Turning into a cricket score, Turns on a sixpence, Twisted blood, Walk it in, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, We were right behind that, Yo-yo club.

Guillem Balague, Julien Laurens and Mina Rzouki are with Steve Crossman to discuss; Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez’s ‘disaster-class’, whether Jose Mourinhio is the answer to the issues at the Bernabeu, and why Champions League football could be a problem for Como. Plus, Paris FC sporting director Marco Neppe joins the pod to reflect on their Ligue 1 season. 01:58 – Perez’s press conference 12:26 – Is Jose Mourinho the answer to Real’s problems? 23:51 – Paris FC sporting director Marco Neppe 35:47 – Le Mans back in Ligue 1 37:37 – Could Como’s lack of Italians cause them problems for the Champions League? 47:10 – Venezia’s open top boat parade

Mark Chapman is joined by Pat Nevin and Alistair Bruce-Ball for reaction as the Scottish title race goes down to the wire.They discuss the aftermath of the contentious VAR decision to award Celtic a late penalty - which Hearts’ manager Derek McInnes has branded ‘disgusting’, the recent refereeing decisions involving both teams, and how the final day clash is poised for a dramatic conclusion.Plus, former Celtic boss Paul Lambert pays us a visit to share his thoughts on what has been a night full of drama.TIMECODES: 01:00 - Hearts 3-0 Falkirk 02:54 - Motherwell 2-3 Celtic 07:00 - VAR awarded penalty decision 14:02 - Martin O’Neill 21:12 - Paul Lambert thoughts 25:34 - Derek McInnes

In a special episode of The Commentators' View presented by Kelly Cates, John Murray, Ian Dennis and Alistair Bruce-Ball look back at their moments of the 2025/26 season so far.Timecodes: 2'00 - Sunderland beat Chelsea at Stamford Bridge 9'00 - Manchester City win at Anfield 15'00 - Rangers beat Hearts 4-2 20'00 - Bodo/Glimt beat Man City in the Champions League 32'00 - Liverpool get knocked out of the Champions League by PSG 36'00 - Arsenal beating Athletic Club in Bilbao 42'50 - Macclesfield knock the holders Crystal Palace out of the FA Cup 48'52 - Man City win the League Cup 51'50 - Manchester United beat LiverpoolCommentaries this week: 16th May – 1230 – Celtic v Hearts – Scottish Premiership 16th May – 1500 – Manchester City v Chelsea – FA Cup Final 17th May – 1500 – Leeds v Brighton – Premier League 17th May – 1500 – Brentford v Crystal Palace – Premier League 17th May – 1730 – Newcastle United v West Ham – Premier League

Play-off winners Tommy Smith, Lyle Taylor and Darrell Clarke are with Aaron Paul to celebrate 40 years of the play-offs.Former Sheffield Wednesday boss Darren Moore joins the pod to reflect on one of the greatest playoff games of the last 40 years, the ‘Miracle of Hillsborough’, when the Owls came from beat Peterborough 5-1 in the second leg to overcome a 4-0 first leg deficit and make it to the 2023 League One play-off final. Jobi McAnuff, Jed Wallace, Troy Deeney, and Phil Brown have sent voice notes to have their say too, remember you can send yours on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.You can also vote on for your favourite on the BBC Sport website, just search: ‘Forty years of the EFL play-offs’Timecodes: 09:38 – Jed Wallace voice note 10:30 – Darren Moore reflects on the 'Miracle of Hillsborough 23:52 – MID 24:38 – Jobi McAnuff voice note 26:26 – Troy Deeney voice note 31:50 – Phil Brown voice note 35:36 – Alex Bruce voice note 38:00 – Sam Parkin voice note 40:24 – Aaron McLean voice note 41:45 - Massimo Luongo voice note 43:06 – The future of the playoffsCommentaries this week: 13th May – 2000 – Hearts v Falkirk – Scottish Premiership 16th May – 1230 – Celtic v Hearts – Scottish Premiership 16th May – 1500 – Manchester City v Chelsea – FA Cup Final 17th May – 1500 – Leeds v Brighton – Premier League 17th May – 1500 – Brentford v Crystal Palace – Premier League 17th May – 1730 – Newcastle United v West Ham – Premier League

Mark Chapman is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Nedum Onuoha on this week's Monday Night Club.The team start with reaction to Spurs' 1-1 draw v Leeds United which leaves them 2 points clear of West Ham and the relegation zone. Former Arsenal and West Ham defender Matt Upson was at the match, and joins to reflect on the draw as well. Is it a missed opportunity for Tottenham, and could their fight for survival go down to the final day?Then, the panel dissect Arsenal's 1-0 win over West Ham, and the massive call by VAR to disallow West Ham's late equaliser. Was David Raya fouled, should the rules surrounding corners be revamped and has the Premier League become bad to watch? Former assistant referee Darren Cann weighs in on VAR and the state of Premier League set-pieces.And finally, former Hearts Sporting Director Joe Savage joins the pod to discuss the Scottish Premiership title race. How did Hearts recruit some of their top players, what will Champions League football do for the club and could they be caught be Celtic?Timecodes: 00:29 Reaction to Spurs' 1-1 draw v Leeds 04:00 Roberto De Zerbi reflects on Spurs' point 07:25 Was David Raya fouled & did VAR get it right ? 13:15 Jarrod Bowen speaks about the disallowed goal 14:45 Matt Upson & former assistant referee Darren Cann on other fouls in the box 28:13 Is a rule change needed? Has the Premier League become bad to watch? 41:48 Did Arteta's substitutions almost blow it for Arsenal? 46:16 Who does Chris back for the Scottish Premiership? 50:13 Former Hearts Sporting Director Joe Savage joins the pod

Former Premier League striker Clinton Morrison and the Telegraph’s Northern football writer Luke Edwards join Rick Edwards to analyse and debate the key talking points from the weekend.How good has Jeremy Doku been in the final stages of the season? Can Arne Slot survive the summer at Liverpool after boos at Anfield?Can one of Bournemouth and Brighton sneak into the Champions League spots after Aston Villa’s woeful league form continued?Timecodes: 01:00 Was that the biggest VAR call ever? 01:30 Was it really a foul on David Raya? 05:20 Reaction from West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen 07:30 How decisive was David Raya’s save vs Fernandes? 09:30 What went wrong with Arsenal’s performance and could it happen against Burnley or Crystal Palace? 11:15 How good was Odegaard off the bench amidst the tension? 11:45 Reaction from Leandro Trossard on his goal 14:20 Jeremy Doku steps up for Manchester City 15:13 Hear from Erling Halaand and Pep Guardiola on Doku’s impact 16:00 Pep finds out what it means to be a West Ham fan! 16:30 Liverpool fans boo Arne Slot’s decisions — what is going on? 26:20 Half-time teaser — answers 29:45 Concerns for Carrick’s United? 34:30 The race for European football — who are you backing? 39:15 Credit to Forest for staying up

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball react to European success for Arsenal, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace. Clash of the Commentators returns with Ian nearing the league title. There’s an ‘unintended food kiosk’ from sport commentary. And suggestions always welcome for the Great Glossary of Football Commentary - messages, questions and voicenotes on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:45 Villa beat Forest to reach Europa League Final, 04:10 Scottish title race hots up, 06:40 John uses his ‘mini Arsenal season-ticket’ again, 15:05 Commentaries of Man City & Arsenal this weekend, 18:45 TCV goes snooker loopy, 24:05 Unintended pub names from sport commentary, 31:20 Clash of the Commentators, 40:20 Breaking ‘Reece’ news, 42:05 Great Glossary of Football Commentary, 47:20 Rachel Riley or Carol Vorderman?5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Sat 1200 Aston Villa v Arsenal in WSL on Sports Extra, Sat 1500 Sunderland v Man Utd, Sat 1730 Man City v Brentford, Sun 1200 Celtic v Rangers, Sun 1400 Nottingham Forest v Newcastle United, Sun 1400 Burnley v Aston Villa on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Crystal Palace v Everton on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1630 West Ham v Arsenal.Great Glossary of Football Commentary: DIVISION ONE 50p head Agricultural challenge, Back of the net, Back to square one, Backside and elbows, Booked, Bosman, Bullet header, Channel of joy, Coupon buster, Cruyff Turn, Cultured/educated left foot, Dead-ball specialist, Draught excluder, Elastico/flip-flap, False nine, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Grub hunter, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, In behind, Lollipop, Magic of the FA Cup, Managerless X, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Parachute payment, Park the bus, Perfect hat-trick, Postage stamp, Put his cap on it, Rabona, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Stick it in the mixer, Sweeper keeper, Taking it to the corner flag, Target man, Tiki-taka, Towering header, Trivela, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep. DIVISION TWO 2-0 can be a dangerous score, Asterisk, Back on the grass, Ball stays hit, Banana skin, Beaten all ends up, Blaze over the bar, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Camped in the opposition half, Cauldron atmosphere, Champagne is on ice, Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Couldn’t sort their feet out, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, Drop zone, Drubbing, First cab off the rank, Giant-killing, Goalkeepers’ Union, Good leave, Good touch for a big man, Half-time in the tie, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, In the dugout, In the hat, In their pocket, Johnny on the spot, Lackadaisical, Leading the line, Leather a shot, Mazy run, Middle of the park, Needed no second invitation, Needing snookers, Nice headache to have, No-look pass, Nutmeg, On the beach, On their bike, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Piledriver*, Played us off the park, Points on the board, Points to the spot, Prawn sandwich brigade, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Queensbury rules, Reaches for their pocket, Relegation six-pointer, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Sent into raptures, Show across the bows, Sleeping giant, Slide-rule pass, Staving off relegation, Steal a march, Sting the palms, Straight in the bread basket, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Telegraphed that pass, Tired legs, That’s great… (football), Thunderous strike, Tricky winger, Turning into a cricket score, Turns on a sixpence, Twisted blood, Walk it in, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands, We were right behind that, Yo-yo club.

Steve Crossman is joined by Dion Dublin, Ian Dennis, and Nick Mashiter at Villa Park as Aston Villa beat Nottingham Forest to make it to the Europa League final and set up a shot at their first major trophy for 30 years. We’re also at Selhurst Park where Crystal Palace made it to their first ever European final with a 5-2 aggregate win over Shakhtar DonetskPlus, we hear from Unai Emery who has the chance to win a fifth Europa League title as a manager. TIMECODES: 00:06 - Aston Villa into the Europa League Final 20:19 - Crystal Palace make the Conference League Final 25:17 - Unai Emery reaction

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, ESPN's Julien Laurens and the former Leicester and QPR manager Marti Cifuentes to discuss the fallout from this week's Champions League semi-finals.Is setting the right culture the key to Arsenal and PSG's success? Has Arteta taken the next step? Are there any weaknesses in this PSG team?The panel also discuss Real Madrid's troubles with Kylian Mbappe becoming increasingly unpopular with the fans and Marti talks about his managerial career which has seen him work in 5 different countries.TIMECODES: 03:46 - PSG show their class 13:57 - Arsenal's rise continues 16:31 - How will the final go? 24:14 - Barcelona on the brink of La Liga title 26:22 - Kylian Mbappe's troubles at Real Madrid 33:09 - Athletic Club and Villarreal's managerial changes 34:36 - Where next for Andoni Iraola? 37:44 - Marti Cifuentes on Leicester, managing in Scandinavia and his future

John Bennett is joined by Chris Sutton, the stars of the Euro Leagues podcast - ESPN’s Julien Laurens and European football expert Rafa Honigstein and commentator Conor McNamara, as PSG book a date with Arsenal in this year’s Champions League final, after beating Bayern Munich. They discuss the magic of superstar Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, the favourites for this year’s final in Budapest and the tantalising clash of styles between PSG’s fearsome attack and Arsenal’s impenetrable defence.We hear from Bayern boss Vincent Kompany, after his team were outfoxed by a PSG side seeking to defend their Champions League title, whilst BBC football issues correspondent Dale Johnson explains a contentious handball rule.Plus, we hear from Man City women’s boss Andree Jeglertz after Arsenal’s draw at Brighton cemented Manchester City’s first WSL title in 10 years! Timecodes: 01:00 – Story of the game. 03:00 – PSG focus. 07:00 – Bayern analysis and Vincent Kompany audio. 09:00 – Handball chat with Dale Johnson. 16:00 – Arsenal final look ahead. 22:00 – Manchester City women’s manager Andree Jeglertz on winning the WSL title. Commentaries this week: Thursday 7th May EUROPA LEAGUE: Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest 2000 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE Saturday 9th May WSL: Aston Villa v Arsenal 1200 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Sunderland v Manchester United 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Bournemouth 1500 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Manchester City v Brentford 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE Sunday 3rd May SCOTTISH PREMIERSHIP: Celtic v Rangers 1200 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Nottingham Forest v Newcastle 1400 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Burnley v Aston Villa 1400 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Crystal Palace v Everton 1400 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 2 PREMIER LEAGUE: West Ham v Arsenal 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE

Aaron Paul & Jobi McAnuff reflect on the EFL ups and downs. Hear from Kieran McKenna after Ipswich sealed promotion back to the Premier League. Richie Wellens doesn’t hold back after Leyton Orient just about survive in league One. Cambridge head coach Neil Harris joins the pod after earning League Two promotion. And Boreham Wood boss Luke Garrard swings by ahead of the National League play-off final with Rochdale. And messages and voicenotes always welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369.01:45 Aaron opens the mailbag… 04:30 Kieran McKenna on Ipswich Town’s promotion, 11:20 Hull gatecrash the play-offs, 14:05 Watford sack Ed Still, 15:45 Stevenage controversially win race for sixth, 18:10 Orient’s Richie Wellens doesn’t hold back, 22:25 Cambridge boss Neil Harris joins the pod, 35:05 Boreham Wood’s Luke Garrard drops in.5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Wed 2000 Bayern v PSG, Thu 2000 Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest. Sat 1500 Sunderland v Man Utd, Sat 1730 Man City v Brentford, Sun 1200 Celtic v Rangers, Sun 1400 Nottingham Forest v Newcastle United, Sun 1400 Burnley v Aston Villa on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Crystal Palace v Everton on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1630 West Ham v Arsenal.

Kelly Cates is joined by Matt Upson, Rob Green, and John Murray for reaction as Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid to book their place in the Champions League Final. They discuss what it means for Arsenal to reach the final, how they managed their narrow win against Atletico Madrid and how they might match up against Bayern Munich or Paris Saint Germain in Budapest. We hear from Vincent Kompany on his preparations for Wednesday night’s semi-final.Plus, Mikel Arteta reflects on a historic night for Arsenal and explains how he agonised over his team selection to face Diego Simeone’s side. TIMECODES: 00:22 – Full time scenes at the Emirates 10:29 – A pivotal 24 hours for Arsenal 11:40 – How Arsenal beat Atletico 15:06 – Was defeat to Manchester City a positive turning point for Arsenal? 18:28 – Myles Lewis Skelly in midfield 24:01 – Arsenal’s defensive solidity 28:07 - Vincent Kompany on his preparations for PSG 37:40 – Mikel Arteta reaction

Did City throw away the title in England on the day Hearts take a step closer to it in Scotland? Mark Chapman is joined by Charlie Adam, Shay Given and Rory Smith to discuss a dramatic day on both sides of the border. Plus, Arsenal performed like champions against Fulham and have Tottenham come good just in the nick of time?    TIME CODES:  0:12 City grab a late point, but is it enough? 04:57 Big win for Arsenal 08:40 Should Arteta have played Myles Lewis-Skelly in midfielder earlier in the season? 11:20 Has Victor Gyokeres been a success? 16:23 Bad weekend for West Ham 24:50 How has De Zerbi inspired Spurs? 39:47 Hearts take a step closer to the title

Nigel Reo-Coker and The Telegraph's northern football writer Luke Edwards join Rick Edwards to discuss a big weekend at both ends of the Premier League. Bukayo Saka returned to the starting lineup and inspired Arsenal to extend their lead at the top of the table. Meanwhile, Tottenham jump out of the relegation zone with a win over Aston Villa. Plus Manchester United secure Champions League football and will Ipswich stay in the Premier League this time?    TIME CODES: 2:40 Saka gave the whole Arsenal team a boost 4:50 Is Gyokeres a world class striker? 13:40 Huge win for Tottenham 20:10 3-0 loss for West Ham, but were they unlucky? 28:27 Game of two halves at Old Trafford 31:10 Was Sesko's goal handball? 34:43 Is it time to make Michael Carrick the permanent Manchester United manager? 37:56 Has Florian Wirtz been a flop? 38:50 Will Ipswich stay up this time?

Kelly Cates is joined by Wes Morgan, Robert Huth, Marc Albrighton & BBC Sport's Midlands reporter Nick Mashiter to discuss the remarkable rise and dramatic fall of Leicester City. Ten years on from their incredible Premier League title triumph, the former champions will begin next season in the third tier of English football. The panel reflect on the unforgettable 2015–16 campaign that stunned the football world, what went right both on and off the pitch, how things unravelled in the decade that followed and how the club can rebuild in League One next season.01:00 – Tragedy 02:15 - Khun Vichai’s impact and legacy 04:40 – 2021 FA Cup Win 06:45 – Cracks start to form 09:45 – Change in transfer policy 13:30 – Financial issues 15:25 – Leicester City’s Seagrave training ground 16:40 – How can Leicester City recover? 21:00 – This season’s performances 22:15 – Pulling in the same direction 23:45 – Fan expectations for next season 26:00 – Robert Huth and Marc Albrighton’s final reflections

Kelly Cates is joined by Wes Morgan, Robert Huth, Marc Albrighton & BBC Sport's Midlands reporter Nick Mashiter to discuss the remarkable rise and dramatic fall of Leicester City. Ten years on from their incredible Premier League title triumph, the former champions will begin next season in the third tier of English football. The panel reflect on the unforgettable 2015–16 campaign that stunned the football world, what went right both on and off the pitch, and how things unravelled in the decade that followed.04:30 - The 2015 Great Escape 05:50 - Hopes for 2015/16 06:39 – Leicester City's scout Steve Walsh 08:00 – Claudio Ranieri joins 12:10 – Signing N'Golo Kanté 14:20 – Jamie Vardy’s season 19:55 – Going out for pizza 22:30 – Riyad Mahrez 24:40 – Tricky New Year 28:20 – Consistency over January 31:00 – Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal in February 35:00 – Taking motivation from Arsenal loss 36:30 – King Power's ‘Earthquake’ 38:00 – Chance to win the title at Old Trafford 39:10 – Watching Chelsea v Spurs at Vardy's house 42:15 – Title celebrations 49:10 – Betting on Leicester City winning the title at 5000/1 51:40 – Stories from the title win 52:52 – The Foxes in the Champions League

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball catch up on their travels and the language of football commentary. John has a whole book of stories from his trip to Madrid, Ali calls the best goal he’s commentated on, and viral York City commentator David Ward joins the pod. Race Across the World winner Alfie Watts joins in the travel conversation. Plus, there are more unintended pub names from sport commentary and suggestions for the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. Messages, questions and voicenotes welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to TCV@bbc.co.uk00:30 John’s back with a bang! 03:50 John’s eventful trip to Madrid, 10:00 Ali calls best goal he’s commentated on, 12:50 Spoilt with 5 Live commentaries next week, 17:20 Viral York City commentator joins the pod, 25:20 Unintended pub and film names, 29:25 Race Across the World winner Alfie pays a visit, 41:25 Great Glossary of Football Commentary, 48:00 John’s pre-match meal.5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Sat 1500 Brentford v West Ham with Ian Dennis & Andy Reid, Sat 1500 Newcastle v Brighton on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Arsenal v Fulham with John Murray & Rob Green, Sun 1200 Man City v Liverpool in WSL with Chris Coles & Tash Dowie, Sun 1400 Bournemouth v Palace on Sports Extra, Sun 1530 Man Utd v Liverpool with Ali Bruce-Ball & Dion Dublin, Mon 1500 Chelsea v Forest with Lee Blakeman & Mark Schwarzer, Mon 1730 Hearts v Rangers with Ian Dennis & Pat Nevin, Tue 2000 Arsenal v Atletico with John Murray & Matt Upson, Wed 2000 Bayern v PSG with Conor McNamara & Chris Sutton, Thu 2000 Aston Villa v Forest with Ian Dennis & Dion Dublin.Great Glossary of Football Commentary: DIVISION ONE Agricultural challenge, Back of the net, Back to square one, Backside and elbows, Booked, Bosman, Bullet header, Channel of joy, Coupon buster, Cruyff Turn, Cultured/educated left foot, Dead-ball specialist, Draught excluder, Elastico/flip-flap, False nine, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Grub hunter, Half-time in the tie, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, In behind, Lollipop, Magic of the FA Cup, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Park the bus, Perfect hat-trick, Postage stamp, Put his cap on it, Rabona, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Stick it in the mixer, Sweeper keeper, Taking it to the corner flag, Target man, Tiki-taka, Towering header, Trivela, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep.

John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, ESPN's Julien Laurens and Rafa Honigstein to unpack the chaotic first legs in the Champions League semi-finals. Who's best placed after Paris Saint-German 5-4 Bayern Munich? Should Arsenal feel aggrieved? Is the future of football at stake?The panel also discuss Jose Mourinho's potential return to Real Madrid, more unrest in Marseille, the feel-good story of Freiburg and Lionel Messi buying a 5th tier club in Spain.TIMECODES:  00:26 - Guillem's gardening with Del Piero 01:57 - PSG 5-4 Bayern 13:49 - Atletico Madrid 1-1 Arsenal 15:44 - Mikel Arteta speaking to Guillem for CBS 23:01 - Mourinho back to Real Madrid? 27:38 - Habib Beye struggling at Marseille 33:07 - Freiburg flying 35:53 - Messi buys a football club 39:35 - A 70-year-old goalkeeper? 40:25 - From bad to worse at Zaragoza