Learn English Through Football
Damian Fitzpatrick
Welcome to the Learn English Through Football Podcast for all learners of English who love the beautiful game of football.
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Smash and Grab
In this week's football-language podcast we look at the phrase, 'smash and grab' after Liverpool's victory over PSG in the Champions League last-16 first leg The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Smash and Grab appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Mar 10, • 9:43
Football Phrase of the Week: Reckless Challenge
In this football phrase of the week we look back at the FA Cup fifth round game between Crystal Palace and Millwall and the phrase, 'reckless challenge' The post Football Phrase of the Week: Reckless Challenge appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Mar 4, • 4:01
Football Phrase of the Week: Hang on for a win
In this football phrase of the week we look at the phrase, 'to hang on for a win' from the Manchester City win at Tottenham last week. The post Football Phrase of the Week: Hang on for a win appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 27, • 3:16
Football Phrase of the Week: To close in on the title
In this football phrase of the week we explain the expression, 'to close in on the title' after Liverpool's win at Manchester City at the weekend. The post Football Phrase of the Week: To close in on the title appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 25, • 5:20
Learn English Through Football Podcast: (to) Dump Out
This football language podcast looks at some football language from the 2nd legs of the knockout round in the Champions League, including to dump out. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: (to) Dump Out appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 22, • 9:27
Football Phrase of the Week: Foul and abusive language
In this football phrase of the week we explain the expression, 'Foul and abusive language' after Real Madrid player Jude Bellingham was shown the red card against Osasuna in La Liga. The post Football Phrase of the Week: Foul and abusive language appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 18, • 3:53
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Settle the tie
In this week's football-language podcast we look back at some language from the Champions League play-off games, including 'settle the tie' from the Manchester City versus Real Madrid first leg The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Settle the tie appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 15, • 11:33
Football Phrase of the Week: Under the Lights
In this football phrase of the week, we talk about the football phrase 'under the lights', connected with theupcoming Merseyside derby. The post Football Phrase of the Week: Under the Lights appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 11, • 3:12
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Squeak Past
This football language podcast looks at some football language from an FA Cup tie between Man United vs Leicester, including to squeak past. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Squeak Past appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 8, • 11:34
Football Phrase of the Week: Touching Distance
In this football phrase of the week we introduce the football phrase 'touching distance', connected with the Arsenal vs Man City game. The post Football Phrase of the Week: Touching Distance appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 4, • 2:20
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Seal a Spot
In this football language podcast we look back at some of the language from this week's European action, including the phrase 'seal a spot'. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Seal a Spot appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 31, • 9:14
Football Phrase of the Week: Bring Down in the Box
In this football phrase of the week we explain the expression, 'to bring down in the box' from the Chelsea versus Arsenal game in the WSL. The post Football Phrase of the Week: Bring Down in the Box appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 27, • 2:36
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Deep into stoppage time
In this football language podcast we look back at some of the language from game seven of the Champions League group stage, including 'goal fest'. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Deep into stoppage time appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 25, • 8:39
Football Phrase of the Week: Throw away a lead
In this football phrase of the week we explain the expression, 'to throw away a lead' after Arsenal drew 2-2 with Aston Villa The post Football Phrase of the Week: Throw away a lead appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 21, • 3:21
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Winning Run
In this football language podcast we take a look at the phrase 'winning run', and other similar phrases. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Winning Run appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 18, • 11:04
Football Phrase of the Week: (to) Rattle
This week's football phrase of the week is the verb, 'to rattle' and how it can be used in footbal to talk about shots and also pressure. The post Football Phrase of the Week: (to) Rattle appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 13, • 3:34
Football Phrase of the Week: Nick a Win
In this football phrase of the week we take a look at the phrase, nick a win' which is connected with the match played between Liverpool and Manchester United this week. The post Football Phrase of the Week: Nick a Win appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 6, • 3:21
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024 Review (Part 1)
2024 Review (Part 1): In this football language podcast we look back at some of the language that emerged from some of the big stories of the year [2024]. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024 Review (Part 1) appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 6, • 10:18
Football Phrase of the Week: Straight Defeat
In this football phrase of the week we explain the expression, 'straight defeat' after Manchester United lost another Premier League match at home. The post Football Phrase of the Week: Straight Defeat appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 31, 2024 • 3:07
Football Phrase of the Week: Stretch their lead
In this football phrase of the week we explain the expression, 'to stretch their lead ' after Liverpool's win over the Christmas fixtures The post Football Phrase of the Week: Stretch their lead appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 29, 2024 • 3:59
Football Phrase of the Week: Theirs to Lose
In this football phrase of the week we take a look at the phrase, theirs to lose' which has been in the news after Liverpool stayed top of the Premier League after beating Tottenham 6-3. The post Football Phrase of the Week: Theirs to Lose appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 24, 2024 • 3:44
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Goalkeeping Gaffes and an Olimpico
In this football language podcast we are looking at 'goalkeeping gaffes' as well as the term to describe scoring directly from a corner. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Goalkeeping Gaffes and an Olimpico appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 20, 2024 • 15:17
Football Phrase of the Week: Sacked after a defeat
In this football phrase of the week we take a look at the phrase, 'to be sacked after a defeat' which has been in the news after two Premier League managers lost their jobs at the weekend. The post Football Phrase of the Week: Sacked after a defeat appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 16, 2024 • 4:22
Learn English Through Football Podcast: To Shepherd
In this football language podcast we talk about a phrase originally from farming used in football: to shepherd. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: To Shepherd appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 14, 2024 • 11:21
Football Phrase of the Week: Home Form
In this football phrase of the week we take a look at the phrase, 'home form' and explain how it is used in football. The post Football Phrase of the Week: Home Form appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 10, 2024 • 3:46
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Clinch the title
In this football language podcast we look at the phrase, 'to clinch the title' after Botafogo's first ever win in the 2024 Copa Libertadores final last weekend. We also look forward to this weekend's football in our predictions competition - including a London derby and the final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Clinch the title appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 9, 2024 • 13:27
Football Phrase of the Week: On Toast
Football Phrase of the Week: On Toast In this football phrase of the week we take a look at the phrase, ‘on toast‘ and explain how it is used in football. You can read the transcript for this podcast below, while you can also check out our glossary of footballing phrases here and visit our […] The post Football Phrase of the Week: On Toast appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 2, 2024 • 3:03
Learn English Through Football Podcast: To Go Top
In this football language podcast we look at the phrase, 'to go top' and some of its variations. We also look back at some language from the latest round of Champions League games and look ahead to this season's Copa Libertadores final. We also look ahead to this weekend's football with our predictions competition - including the final of CONMEBOL's big club final and Der Klassiker from the Bundesliga. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: To Go Top appeared first on Learn English Thr
Nov 30, 2024 • 11:01
Football Phrase of the Week: To Rout Another Team
In this football phrase of the week we take a look at the phrase, 'to rout another team' and explain how it is used in football. The post Football Phrase of the Week: To Rout Another Team appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Nov 27, 2024 • 3:04
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Slump
In this football language podcast we talk about the noun 'slump' and how it is used in football and also look at some big games this weekend.In this football language podcast we talk about the noun 'slump' and how it is used in football and also look at some big games this weekend. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Slump appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Nov 23, 2024 • 8:52
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Silence the crowd
In this football language podcast we take a look at the phrase, 'silence the crowd' and how it is used in football. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Silence the crowd appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Nov 15, 2024 • 8:51
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Can’t Live with Them
In this football language podcast we take a look at the phrase, 'can't live with them' and how it is used in football. We also look ahead to next weekend's football with our predictions competition. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Can’t Live with Them appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Nov 9, 2024 • 11:16
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Late Goals and El Clásico
In this football language podcast we look back at an extraordinary weekend of late goals in the Premier League. We also explain some of the language from the 2024 el Clásico including, 'move 6 points clear' and 'clinical finish'. We also look ahead to next weekend's football with our predictions competition - this week is an Premier League week. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Late Goals and El Clásico appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Nov 1, 2024 • 13:57
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Non-League Football
In this football language podcast we look at some language from non-league football, including 'capacity crowd', as well as some football language from some of the recent 2026 World Cup qualifiers, including 'turn the ball into the net'. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Non-League Football appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Oct 25, 2024 • 10:44
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024-25: Spursy
In this football language podcast we will talk about a word which is used in English football only; the word is 'Spursy'... The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024-25: Spursy appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Oct 12, 2024 • 11:24
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024-25 Champions League – Matchday 2
In this football language podcast we look at some language from Matchday 2 of this season's Champions League, including 'mis-match'; 'convert a penalty' and 'rocked'. We also look back at some language from the Liverpool and Tottenham games and of course look ahead to the weekend's football with our predictions competition. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024-25 Champions League – Matchday 2 appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Oct 5, 2024 • 12:48
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024-25: Dark Arts
In this football language podcast we focus on the Manchester City v Arsenal match last weekend, and discuss the term 'dark arts'. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024-25: Dark Arts appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Sep 28, 2024 • 11:44
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024-25 Champions League Returns – Matchday 1
In this football language podcast we look at some language that emerged from matchday 1 of this season's Champions League. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024-25 Champions League Returns – Matchday 1 appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Sep 22, 2024 • 12:44
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2026 World Cup Qualifiers (September 2024)
In this football language podcast we look at some language from the recent 2026 World Cup qualifiers from both the South American and Asian regions. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2026 World Cup Qualifiers (September 2024) appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Sep 13, 2024 • 7:38
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Going to the Match
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Going to the match: In this football language podcast we have a short report of Damian’s trip to a Premier League match. He went to see Fulham v Leicester. You can read the transcript for this podcast below, while you can also check out our glossary of footballing phrases here […] The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Going to the Match appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Aug 30, 2024 • 13:29
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024-25 Bundesliga Season Preview
In this football language podcast we look ahead to the start of the 2024-25 Bundesliga season. Can Leverkusen retain their title? Who are the contenders for the title? Will Kane finally win some silverware? Which teams will be relegated? The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024-25 Bundesliga Season Preview appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Aug 23, 2024 • 15:56
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024-25 Premier League Season Preview
In this football language podcast we look ahead to the 2024-25 Premier League season. Which teams will be challenging for the title? How about the top four? Will the promoted teams avoid relegation? Who will be the top scorer and of course how will our favourite teas Liverpool and Tottenham get on this season? The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024-25 Premier League Season Preview appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Aug 16, 2024 • 14:00
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024 Olympic Finals
In this football language podcast we look back at some of the good, the bad and the ugly from the 2024 Olympics. We also explain the phrases 'to take on' and 'to take place' and give some predictions. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024 Olympic Finals appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Aug 13, 2024 • 13:57
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Euro 2024 Review – The Best and Worst
In this football language podcast we look back at the 2024 Euros and review some of the best (and worst) by looking at some statistics from the tournament. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Euro 2024 Review – The Best and Worst appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jul 24, 2024 • 12:07
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024 Euro Final Preview
In this football language podcast we look ahead to the 2024 Euro final that's taking place this weekend between Spain and England. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024 Euro Final Preview appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jul 14, 2024 • 21:51
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Euro 2024 Week 1
Euro 2024 Week 1: In this football language podcast we look back at the first week of the 2024 Euros and discuss some of the good, the bad...Euro 2024 Week 1: In this football language podcast we look back at the first week of the 2024 Euros and discuss some of the good, the bad... The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Euro 2024 Week 1 appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jun 22, 2024 • 9:50
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Euro 2024 – Preview and Predictions
In this football language podcast we look ahead to the 2024 Euros and try and predict the winners. Which teams are favourites? Dark horses? Who will win the Golden Boot? Which team will be the biggest flops? You can read the transcript for this podcast below, while you can also check out our glossary of […] The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Euro 2024 – Preview and Predictions appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jun 14, 2024 • 14:18
Football Language Podcast: Heavy
The Learn English Through Football podcast explains the language of football: This week, we look at the word 'heavy' and its use in football. The post Football Language Podcast: Heavy appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jun 8, 2024 • 0:00
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Do the Double (2024 Domestic Cup Finals)
Do the double: In this football language podcast we look back at a weekend full of cup finals across Europe and explain some... The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Do the Double (2024 Domestic Cup Finals) appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
May 30, 2024 • 0:00
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Fifth Successive Title
Fifth Straight Title: In this football language podcast we look back at the final day from the 2024 Women's Super League which saw Chelsea... The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Fifth Successive Title appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
May 23, 2024 • 0:00
Football Language Cliche: If you’d offered me that…
The learn English through football podcast explains the language of football: This week, we look at a cliche: If you'd offered me that... The post Football Language Cliche: If you’d offered me that… appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
May 5, 2024 • 6:07
Learn English Through Football: (to) Claw
Learn English Through Football: (to) Claw: This week, we look at the word 'claw', and how it is used in combination with other words. The post Learn English Through Football: (to) Claw appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Apr 23, 2024 • 5:11
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Delicately Poised – 2024 Champions League Quarter Finals
In this football language podcast we look back at some of the language to describe the four first leg quarter finals of the Champions league which are all delicately poised - all eight sides feel they still have a chance of qualifying for the semi finals. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Delicately Poised – 2024 Champions League Quarter Finals appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Apr 14, 2024 • 10:09
Learn English Through Footbal Podcast: Cameo
The learn English through football podcast explains the language of football: the words, phrases, and cliches used in the game. Â This week, we look at the word ‘cameo’ There is a transcript of the show below, which can be used by learners of English to practice listening and reading skills. It can also be used […] The post Learn English Through Footbal Podcast: Cameo appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Apr 7, 2024 • 5:43
Learn English Through Football Podcast: As it Stands/Standings
In this football language podcast we look at the word 'stand' and see how it is used in different ways in football. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: As it Stands/Standings appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Mar 25, 2024 • 6:03
Learn English Through Football: Byline
This learn English through football podcast explains the language of football: the words, phrases, and cliches used in the game. Â This week, we look at the word ‘byline’, and how is it different from goal line. There is a transcript of the show below, which can be used by learners of English to practice listening […] The post Learn English Through Football: Byline appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Mar 22, 2024 • 6:26
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Turn Around (The Game)
In this football language podcast we look at the phrase 'turn around (the game)' which is used to describe comebacks. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Turn Around (The Game) appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Mar 4, 2024 • 7:35
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Zombie Football
This week's football language podcast looks back at the 2023 African Nations Cup tournament in Ivory Coast and we'll be looking at the phrase 'Zombie Football'. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Zombie Football appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Mar 1, 2024 • 8:55
Learn English Through Football: (to) Lump
This learn English through football podcast explains the language of football: the words, phrases, and cliches used in the game. Â This week, we look at the verb ‘to lump’. There is a transcript of the show below, which can be used by learners of English to practice listening and reading skills. It can also be […] The post Learn English Through Football: (to) Lump appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 14, 2024 • 5:33
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Giant killing – AFCON 2023 Group Stage Review
This week's football language podcast looks back at the group stages of the 2023 African Nations Cup tournament that is taking place in.... The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Giant killing – AFCON 2023 Group Stage Review appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 28, 2024 • 10:12
Learn English Through Football: Shithousery
This podcast is for all those who love football and also want to improve their English. This week, we look at the word ‘shithousery’, and its place in the language of football. There is a transcript of the show below, which can be used by learners of English to practice listening and reading skills. It […] The post Learn English Through Football: Shithousery appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 22, 2024 • 6:06
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024 FA Cup Third Round
This week’s football language podcast looks at some of the language associated with the FA Cup Third Round including, ‘gulf in class‘; ‘force a replay’ and ‘pull of a shock‘. And don’t forget that you can also check out our glossary of footballing phrases here and visit our site to access all our previous posts […] The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2024 FA Cup Third Round appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 12, 2024 • 7:14
Football English Language: Thunder
This podcast is for all those who love football and also want to improve their English. This week, we look at the word ‘thunder’ and how it is used in football. Read the transcript of the show below. It is a great way for learners of English to practice listening and reading skills. You can […] The post Football English Language: Thunder appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 7, 2024 • 5:37
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2023 FIFA Club World Cup
This week's football language podcast looks at some of the language from the 2023 Club World Cup that took place recently in Saudi Arabia. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2023 FIFA Club World Cup appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 30, 2023 • 13:46
Learn English Through Football: Clear Cut
This podcast is for all those who love football and also want to improve their English. We look at the phrase clear cut. The post Learn English Through Football: Clear Cut appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 23, 2023 • 5:11
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2023-24 Champions League Group Stage Review
In this football language podcast we look back at the final matches from the 2023-24 Champions League group stages and look at some of the language in our good, bad and ugly review The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2023-24 Champions League Group Stage Review appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 14, 2023 • 8:15
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Injury Crisis
In this football language podcast we look at the phrase 'injury crisis' and other injury-related words and expressions. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Injury Crisis appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 5, 2023 • 10:26
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2023 Man City v Liverpool (Mis-hit Clearance)
In this football-language podcast, we look back at some of the language from the Manchester City versus Liverpool match, including 'mis-hit' The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2023 Man City v Liverpool (Mis-hit Clearance) appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Nov 28, 2023 • 9:01
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: November International Break & Rattle the Crossbar
In this football language podcast we look at the phrase 'rattle the crossbar' or 'rattle the woodwork' which we use to describe a shot... The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: November International Break & Rattle the Crossbar appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Nov 23, 2023 • 10:24
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Fortress
In this football language podcast we look at the phrase 'fortress' which is used to describe a stadium where the home team does not lose very much at all. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Fortress appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Nov 10, 2023 • 8:21
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2023 Copa Libertadores Final Review – Fluminense v Boca Juniors
In this football language podcast Damian looks back at some of the good, the bad and the ugly from the 2023 Copa Libertadores final... The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2023 Copa Libertadores Final Review – Fluminense v Boca Juniors appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Nov 5, 2023 • 8:32
Learn English Through Football: Bundle Home
This podcast is for those who love football and also want to improve their English. This week, we look at various ways to say score with the noun ‘home’: eg. bundle home. You can read the transcript of the show below. It is a great way for learners of English to practice. You can also […] The post Learn English Through Football: Bundle Home appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Nov 4, 2023 • 5:56
Learn English Through Football: The Toffees
This podcast is for those who love football and also want to improve their English. This week, we explain the nickname for Everton FC, The Toffees. You can read the transcript of the show below. It is a great way for learners of English to practice. You can also check out our massive glossary of […] The post Learn English Through Football: The Toffees appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Oct 21, 2023 • 5:11
Learn English Through Football: Orange Card
This podcast is for those who love football and also want to improve their English. This week, we talk about the football phrase, an orange card. Read the transcript of the show below. This is a great way for learners of English to practice. You can also check out our massive glossary of footballing phrases […] The post Learn English Through Football: Orange Card appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Oct 6, 2023 • 5:21
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Liverpool and Tottenham 2023-24 Season Preview
Damon and Damian talk about how they think their favourite teams (Liverpool and Tottenham) will do this season. We also look back at some of the good, bad and ugly from the football week and look ahead to some big games this weekend in our weekly predictions battle, including Tottenham versus Liverpool! The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Liverpool and Tottenham 2023-24 Season Preview appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Sep 27, 2023 • 19:24
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Piano Carrier
In this podcast we introduce a phrase used in football to talk about a type of player. The phrase is 'piano carrier'. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Piano Carrier appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Sep 20, 2023 • 6:01
Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2023 September International Break
In this football language podcast we look back at some of the language from the recent international break... The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: 2023 September International Break appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Sep 15, 2023 • 16:06
Learn English Through Football Podcast: Premier League Opening Weekend and 2023 Women’s World Cup
In this football language podcast we look back at some of the big moments from the opening weekend of the 2023-24 Premier League season, while we also feature the 2023 Women's World Cup which is down to the semi-final stage. The post Learn English Through Football Podcast: Premier League Opening Weekend and 2023 Women’s World Cup appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Aug 18, 2023 • 8:51
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2023 Women’s World Cup Preview
2023 Women's World Cup Preview: In this podcast we preview the 2023 Women's World Cup by looking at some of the favourites, dark horses and The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2023 Women’s World Cup Preview appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jul 20, 2023 • 12:51
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2023 Women’s World Cup In Numbers
In this football language podcast we look ahead to the 2023 Women's World Cup which starts in two weeks by looking at some of the numbers... The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2023 Women’s World Cup In Numbers appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jul 12, 2023 • 11:50
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: Nosebleed
In this podcast we talk about a word you wouldn’t expect in football – nosebleed – and how it used to talk about players. Access the transcript of the show below, which is a great way for learners of English to practice. Make sure you also check out our huge glossary of footballing phrases here. […] The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: Nosebleed appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jul 3, 2023 • 6:01
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: (to) Pen In
podcast.football.language.pen.250623 Learn English Through Football DB: Hello everyone. My name’s Damon and you are listening to languagecaster.com’s football language podcast. This is the podcast for all lovers of the beautiful game – football – and for those interested in learning English, too. Damian, the other member of the languagecaster team is based in London and […] The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: (to) Pen In appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jun 25, 2023 • 5:10
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: The Treble – A Fan’s View
In this short podcast on the language of football we listen to a Manchester City fan discuss his team’s historic treble. You can access the transcript of the show below, and also check out our huge glossary of footballing phrases here. We have hundreds of previous posts and podcasts too on our website. If you […] The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: The Treble – A Fan’s View appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jun 13, 2023 • 7:10
Learning English Through Football Language Podcast: (Listening) Being a Fan – Manchester City [ARCHIVE]
Being a fan: Manchester City - In this teaching ideas post we listen to Manchester City fan Dave explain why he supports the Blues and not the Reds of his hometown The post Learning English Through Football Language Podcast: (Listening) Being a Fan – Manchester City [ARCHIVE] appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jun 12, 2023 • 6:18
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2023 Winners
In this football language podcast, Damon and Damian explain some of the language used to describe the winners of leagues and cups - they look back at some of the winners of trophies from the European club season. The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2023 Winners appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jun 9, 2023 • 8:40
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2023 Europa League Winners
This short football language podcast looks back at some of the language from the 2023 Europa League final between Sevilla and Roma, The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2023 Europa League Winners appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jun 2, 2023 • 5:40
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: Survival
This short football language podcast looks at the word 'survival' which is used to describe a team battling to avoid relegation. The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: Survival appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
May 28, 2023 • 7:27
(to) Fluff: Football Language Podcast
To fluff – in this short podcast on the language of football we explain this verb and how it is used to talk about football. You can access the transcript of the show below, and also check out our huge glossary of footballing phrases here. We have hundreds of previous posts and podcasts too on […] The post (to) Fluff: Football Language Podcast appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
May 13, 2023 • 5:40
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: Bottle
bottle (courage), bottle it (avoid a tackle, lose a game because of lack of passion), lack bottle (not have courage) - soccer phrases from languagecaster's football glossary The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: Bottle appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Apr 27, 2023 • 9:43
(a) Sniff: Football Language Podcast
A Sniff - in this short podcast on the language of football we explain the phrase 'a sniff' and how it is used to talk about football. The post (a) Sniff: Football Language Podcast appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Apr 23, 2023 • 6:01
Learn English through Football Language Podcast: Opposition
This football language podcast looks at the word 'opposition' which is a way of describing the team that you are playing against in a match. The post Learn English through Football Language Podcast: Opposition appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Apr 16, 2023 • 6:18
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: To Fool
It's April 1st which in some countries is known as April Fool's Day so on this football language podcast we look at the phrase 'to fool' which can be used in football to describe a situation when a player can deceive another player. The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: To Fool appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Apr 1, 2023 • 5:57
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2024 European Championship Qualifiers in Numbers
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2024 European Championship Qualifiers in Numbers - The qualifying rounds for... The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2024 European Championship Qualifiers in Numbers appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Mar 26, 2023 • 12:52
(to) Secure: Learn English Through Football Podcast
To secure – this short podcast on the language of football introduces the phrase, ‘to secure’, and words that this verb is used with in football. Check out the transcript of the show below. You also make sure you check out our huge glossary of footballing phrases here and visit our site to access all […] The post (to) Secure: Learn English Through Football Podcast appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Mar 26, 2023 • 6:00
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: Irish Football Stars
It's St Patrick's Day (March 17th) which, of course, is the Irish national day, so on this week's listening practice report we take a look at some of the best ever Irish footballers. The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: Irish Football Stars appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Mar 17, 2023 • 4:34
Learn English Through Football: Between the Sticks
This short podcast on the language of football introduces the phrase, 'between the sticks', which is a phrase used to talk about goalkeepers. The post Learn English Through Football: Between the Sticks appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Mar 15, 2023 • 5:51
Learn English Through Football Languge Podcast: Outclassed
This short football language podcast looks at the phrases 'to be outclassed' and 'to outclass'. The post Learn English Through Football Languge Podcast: Outclassed appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Mar 4, 2023 • 5:30
Learn English Through Football: Saw Their Name in Lights
In this short podcast on the language of football, we talk about a football cliche used to describe a player’s actions. The phrase is ‘saw their name in lights’. Check out the transcript of the show below. You also make sure you check out our huge glossary of footballing phrases here and visit our site […] The post Learn English Through Football: Saw Their Name in Lights appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 28, 2023 • 5:46
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2022 FIFA Club World Cup Final – Open the scoring
2022 FIFA Club World Cup: In this football language post for learners of English we look back the 2022 FIFA Club World Cup tournament... The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: 2022 FIFA Club World Cup Final – Open the scoring appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 16, 2023 • 7:41
Learning English Through Football Podcast: To Pick Up
Pick up: we take a look at some football phrases that use the word 'pick', including, 'pick up a caution'; 'pick up some points' and 'pick up a win'. The post Learning English Through Football Podcast: To Pick Up appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 9, 2023 • 7:23
Learn English Through Football Language: Feeder Club
In this short football language post we explain the expression 'feeder club' and how it is used in football. The post Learn English Through Football Language: Feeder Club appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Feb 2, 2023 • 6:23
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: Points Deduction
In this football language post for learners of English we look at the expression 'points deduction' after the big story from Italy's Serie A saw Juventus being deducted 15 points this week. The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast: Points Deduction appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 31, 2023 • 6:50
Learn English Through Football: A Sweet Strike
In this short podcast on the language of football, we talk about a football phrase that describes a shot. The phrase is ‘a sweet strike’. Check out the transcript of the show below, and you also make sure you check out our huge glossary of footballing phrases here and visit our site to access all […] The post Learn English Through Football: A Sweet Strike appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 25, 2023 • 5:30
Learn English Through Football: A Sighter
In this short podcast on the language of football, we talk about a way to describe a shot. The phrase is 'a sighter'. The post Learn English Through Football: A Sighter appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 16, 2023 • 5:46
Learn English Through Football: (to) Shine
This podcast series explains the language of football, and this short episode looks at the phrase ‘to shine’. There is a transcript of the show below, and you also access our huge glossary of footballing phrases here and visit our site to access all our previous posts and podcasts. Teachers of English can use the […] The post Learn English Through Football: (to) Shine appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 8, 2023 • 4:32
Learn English Through Football Language Podcast 2022-23: Fightback
Fightback The post Learn English Through Football Language Podcast 2022-23: Fightback appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 3, 2023 • 10:32
Learn English Through Football: Tidy Player
This football language podcast for learners of English, explains the adjective ‘tidy, as in a tidy player.’ You can read the transcript for this podcast below, and you can also access our huge glossary of footballing phrases here and visit our site to access all our previous posts and podcasts. Teachers of English can use […] The post Learn English Through Football: Tidy Player appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Jan 1, 2023 • 5:23
2022 World Cup Language Podcast: The Final – On Penalties
Today’s World Cup language podcast looks back at some of the language from the 2022 World Cup final. We’ll be looking at some phrases from The Guardian newspaper report on the extraordinary final including, ‘on penalties‘; ‘unplayable‘ and ‘side-on volley‘. You can read the transcript for this podcast below, while you can also check out […] The post 2022 World Cup Language Podcast: The Final – On Penalties appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 24, 2022 • 9:46
2022 World Cup Language Podcast: Semi finals – To play in and To go behind
Today's World Cup language podcast looks at the phrases, 'to play in' and 'to go behind' from the sem-finals The post 2022 World Cup Language Podcast: Semi finals – To play in and To go behind appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 17, 2022 • 6:22
2022 World Cup Language Podcast: Quarter final – Argentina v Netherlands
Today's World Cup language podcast looks back at the quarter-final match between Argentina and Netherlands which the South American side won on penalties. The post 2022 World Cup Language Podcast: Quarter final – Argentina v Netherlands appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 10, 2022 • 8:19
2022 World Cup Language Podcast: Last 16 – Panenka (Morocco v Spain)
Today's World Cup language podcast looks at the phrase, 'Panenka' which was used when describing Morocco's penalty shoot-out win against... The post 2022 World Cup Language Podcast: Last 16 – Panenka (Morocco v Spain) appeared first on Learn English Through Football.
Dec 7, 2022 • 4:07