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Football For Kids
Author: Darren Rees
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Introducing the Football for Kids Podcast - the perfect audio-only show for young football enthusiasts! Join host Darren Rees (@DarrenRees_) as he shares fascinating facts, exciting stories, and valuable insights from the world of football. Every episode is thoughtfully produced, written, and recorded to give your kids an immersive listening experience. Have any questions or suggestions? Email us at Darren@Footballforkidspodcast.com
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Step inside the Estadio Azteca, the most famous stadium in Mexico and one of the greatest in football history. This is where Pelรฉ and Maradona lifted the World Cup, where the Hand of God and the Goal of the Century happened, and where record-breaking crowds roared louder than ever. From football finals to boxing battles, food, noise and colour, the Azteca is a stadium like no other.
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The FINAL EPISODE of Guess The Footballer!
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From futsal in Catalonia to the Premier League, Marc Cucurellaโs story proves passion and resilience make champions.
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Discover the inspiring journey of Robert Sรกnchez, from kicking a ball in Cartagena to becoming Chelseaโs number one and Spainโs goalkeeper. A story of passion, resilience and dreams coming true.
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Liam Delap grew up with football in his blood. His dad Rory was famous for long throw-ins, but Liam wanted to make his own name. From playground goals to Derby County and then breaking records at Manchester Cityโs academy, he showed incredible speed, power and talent.
The journey wasnโt always smooth. Injuries and tough loan spells tested him, but Liam kept fighting. At Ipswich Town he exploded with goals in the Premier League, and soon Chelsea signed him for ยฃ30 million.
Now Liam Delap is living the dream, scoring in the Premier League and inspiring kids everywhere to believe that with hard work, anything is possible.
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Kellogg's football camps ๐ https://www.kelloggsfc.com ๐ Aitana Bonmati is an extraordinary player for FC Barcelona but there was a moment when she questioned whether football would be a part of her future. What a story and a career so far. If you're able to, please help me keep the show going: https://www.patreon.com/FootballforkidsCheck out my other podcast 'Billions'๐ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/billions/id1717419859Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/e41d1f19-5515-4224-833d-e13d4cc8527c/billionsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ElIde3sn7OOplIsnOeuWe?si=0ee2ee6d49b547a8www.footballforkidspodcast.com
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In this episode, we take you on a breathtaking journey through the extraordinary rise of Ousmane Dembรฉlรฉ โ from kicking a ball around the streets of Vernon to lighting up stadiums across Europe.
Raised in a tough neighbourhood where you had to be sharp, quick and brave, Dembรฉlรฉ honed his skills with pure passion and relentless drive. Spotted at just six years old, his footballing fire burned bright from the start โ and with the support of his determined mother, he seized every chance that came his way.
This is the rollercoaster tale of a wonderkid who danced past defenders, wowed scouts and became one of the most exciting players of his generation. From Rennes to Dortmund, Barcelona to PSG, and from street matches to World Cup glory โ Dembรฉlรฉโs story is one of grit, talent, setbacks and comebacks.
Get ready for a colourful, inspiring and action-packed ride through the life of a footballer who proves that with belief, hard work and heart, anything is possible.
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Benjamin ล eลกkoโs story is one of hard work, big dreams, and never giving up. Born in Radeฤe, Slovenia, he grew up in a football family but refused to play in goal like his dad โ instead, he wanted to score goals, not save them. From smashing in wonder strikes as a kid, to scoring 59 goals in just 23 games as a teenager, to making history with Sloveniaโs national team, ล eลกkoโs rise has been nothing short of incredible.
This episode of Football For Kids takes you through his inspiring journey: from Red Bull Salzburg to RB Leipzig, to breaking Bundesliga records, and now stepping out at Old Trafford as Manchester Unitedโs new striker. โฝ๐ฅ
Discover how Benjamin ล eลกko turned his talent, determination, and love of the game into becoming one of Europeโs most exciting young forwards. Perfect for kids, parents, and football fans who love hearing the real stories behind the stars.
๐ If you love football, youโll love this episode. Donโt forget to share the Football For Kids podcast with friends, family, and teammates!
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Once upon a (very chilly) time, a bunch of cricketers met under a stained glass window... and accidentally started Birmingham City Football Club! Yep, this episode is packed with legendary stories - from their strange beginnings on a scrappy bit of land, to rivalries with Aston Villa, snowstorms on Boxing Day, and even a 100-year curse (seriously!).
Fast forward 150 years, and now NFL legend Tom Brady owns part of the club! How did that happen?! And how did they go from League One heartbreak to smashing records and storming back into the Championship?
This oneโs got drama, goals, dodgy paperwork, and a team that never gives up. Come with me as we kick off the epic tale of Birmingham City F.C... a club with big dreams, loud fans, and a past full of twists.
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Hello and welcome back to the Football For Kids podcast! I hope that you have had a great summer. We are kicking things off with Haaland and his ridiculous amount of goals since starting at Manchester City. Haaland the Goal Machine 1 is Series 1 Ep.9 if you want to check it out. Do you want to get in contact? Do you have an episode request? Do you want a shout-out? please either drop a message via the website https://www.footballforkidspodcast.com/ or send an email to Footballforkidspodcast@gmail.comย Thanks for being a listener!ย
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In this episode weโre diving into 10 of the most iconic terraces in football stadiums around the world โ and discovering what makes them so special. From the Lisbon Lions Stand at Celtic Park ๐ขโช, to the North Stand at Boca Juniorsโ La Bombonera ๐๐, to the roaring Curva Nord and Curva Sud at the San Siro ๐ดโซ๐ตโซ โ these are the stands that players love to score in front of, and visiting teams fear the most.
Weโll 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 letโs step inside some of the most famous football stands ever built.
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Winner Stays On! SERIES 1 - Listen to here all about it.
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Guess the footballer series 1 episode 9!
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Step into the world of FERGIE TIME โ the legendary moments when Manchester United turned defeat into victory at the very last second. In this episode of Football For Kids, Darren Rees takes you through the genius of Sir Alex Ferguson, the manager who won 38 trophies in 26 years and created some of the most unforgettable comebacks in football history.
From Steve Bruceโs 96th-minute header in 1993, to the miracle in Barcelona in 1999, to Michael Owenโs derby winner in 2009, we relive the goals that made Fergie Time famous. Youโll learn why Fergusonโs watch-tapping became iconic, how his teams never stopped believing, and what lessons kids and families can take from these moments of resilience and magic.
Whether youโre a Manchester United fan or just love footballโs greatest stories, this episode will leave you inspired and fired up for your own โFergie Timeโ moments.
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Cole Palmer is rewriting the script โ and weโre here for every frosty minute of it. In this episode of Football For Kids, host Darren Rees takes you on a wild ride through Part 2 of Cole Palmerโs incredible journey.
Since we first covered him back in January 2024, Cole has gone from Manchester Cityโs talented benchwarmer to Chelseaโs ice-cold superstar. We break down:
His clutch performances that turned him into Stamford Bridgeโs main man
The goals, assists and hat-tricks that left defenders frozen
THAT stoppage-time hat-trick against Manchester United
His England heroics at Euro 2024 โ including the goal heard around the world
The records heโs smashing under Enzo Maresca
His FIFA Club World Cup Golden Ball win, and why Chelsea fans call him โIce Coldโ
Itโs Cole Palmer like youโve never heard before โ funny, fearless, and totally relatable (yes, we even talk about his love for chippy chips and McDonaldโs nuggets).
If you want a kid-friendly, fun, and football-obsessed deep dive into one of the Premier Leagueโs brightest young stars, hit play and find out why Cole Palmer is the coldest man in football. โ๏ธโฝ
Perfect for Chelsea fans, young football lovers, and anyone who loves a story about turning doubters into believers.
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This episode of the Football For Kids Podcast is all about Crystal Palace star and England international Tyrick Mitchell. His journey is one of pure resilience โ from growing up in hostels, missing out on Watfordโs academy, and seeing Brentfordโs close just as he was about to turn pro, to finally getting his shot at Palace and grabbing it with both hands. We follow his rise from grassroots pitches to the Premier League, his last-minute winner at Selhurst Park, and his dream debut for England at Wembley. Itโs the ultimate story of never giving up, staying brave, and proving that with belief and hard work, you can make it to the very top.
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Guess the Footballer Series 1 Episode 8.
Jethro and Rich down under ๐ฆ๐บ
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Welcome back to Football For Kids with me, Darren Rees โ and this oneโs a biggie! Itโs been more than 300 episodes since we last talked about the brilliant Jack Grealish, and wow, a lot has happened since then. In this episode, we catch up on all things Grealish, from his history-making treble-winning season with Manchester City to his headline-grabbing move to Everton in 2025.
Weโll relive the highs of that incredible 2022โ23 campaign, when Jack helped City win the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League, becoming a true Manchester City hero. Weโll talk about that goal at the Emirates that helped topple Arsenal in the title race, his emotional post-final interviews, and those now-legendary celebrations (yes, weโre talking high-vis jackets, Oasis singalongs, and possibly the best hangover in football history!).
Then itโs on to 2024โ25, when injuries and competition for places saw Grealishโs game time drop โ but also when he reminded everyone of his quality with key goals and classy performances. And finally, we dive into his blockbuster loan move to Everton, his instant impact in the Toffeesโ attack, and how heโs already topping the Premier League assists chart.
This is an episode packed with football drama, inspiration, and a good laugh along the way. Whether youโre a Manchester City fan, an Evertonian, or just someone who loves the beautiful game, you wonโt want to miss this one.
๐ง Listen now and join me as we follow Jack Grealishโs journey from Manchester to Merseyside โ and find out why heโs still one of the most loved players in British football.
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Guess the Footballer โ Series 1, Episode 7 (Double Episode!)Get ready for twice the fun in this special double episode! Can you work out which footballers weโre describing before the answers are revealed? Play along at home, challenge your friends or family, and see how many you can guess!
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In the final part of the Football For Kids โYouโve Got Thisโ series, Darren Rees dives into the remarkable rise of Max Dowman โ Arsenalโs 15-year-old wonderkid who has already made his Premier League debut.
From his early days at Billericay Town to joining Arsenalโs academy at just five years old, Maxโs journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. Breaking records in the UEFA Youth League, dazzling for Arsenalโs Under-18s and Under-21s, and finally stepping onto the Emirates pitch in August 2025, Max has become one of the most talked-about young players in football.
With praise from Mikel Arteta, Theo Walcott, Wayne Rooney and comparisons to Lionel Messi, the teenagerโs story is inspiring football fans across the world. At just 15, heโs proving that talent, bravery and hard work can make history.
Perfect for young football fans, parents and teachers, this episode tells the story of Arsenalโs youngest Premier League debutant โ a player whose journey has only just begun.
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