Three Lions Podcast

Episode 412: It’s now one month until the 2026 World Cup kicks off. How are we feeling? How well will England do? Who are the favourites? Who are we looking forward to seeing? I’m joined by @Gate102Pod and @ChannelEngland1 to discuss those issues and a few more. Running time 38:23 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 411: Back with part 2 of my chat with England fan Rob Didd, this time we go from a tour down under through to Euro ’96, taking in everything in-between, including a trip to America and a winning the Sun’s Fan of the week. Running time 1:12:43 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 410: The World Cup is getting ever closer, but have you ever felt so disillusioned by the biggest tournament of them all before? France ’98, Germany ’06, Brazil 2014, Russia 2018, the excitement was there, but this time…. Join me as I pick apart the defining moments where it’s all gone wrong for World Cup 2026. Running time 43:51 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 409: England fans, we’ve all got stories of our experiences following the team, but have you heard some of the stories from a man who followed England to 222 consecutive games? Join me as I chat with Robert Didd in the first of a series of episodes where he takes us from 1986 to Italia ’90. Running time 39:37 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 408: We know England are on their way to the USA, not just for the World Cup, but now for a couple of pre-tournament friendlies, join me as I take a look at the times our senior men have played in the USA. Running time 35:15 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 407: The Lionesses return to World Cup qualifying action, facing Spain at Wembley and Iceland away in their 500th game, I take a look at the squad and take a moment to remember Linda Hale, one of England Women’s 1972 originals. Running time 47:20 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 406: Over the years the England Travel Club has seen many changes, but back in it’s infancy, it was overlooked by the very fondly remembered and respected Jill Smith, I had a great chat with her as she recounted some of the stories she had to tell.  Running time 1:11:42 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 405: England return to action to face Uruguay and Japan in the Send-off series. I take a look at the squad and I’m joined by Alvaro from @UruguayFootENG and @AdamBloszko17 to look at Japan. I also find time to comment on the new shirts, the situation with Iran, Kyle Walker and Ben White. Phew! Running time 1:23:20 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 404: The Lionesses return to action in March with the aim of making it to the 2027 Brazil World Cup. Once again I’m joined by Zoe from the Lionesses Den, as we discuss the squad Dame Sarina has selected and cast our eyes over Ukraine and Iceland. Running time 36:17 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 403: It’s time to take a look at the Nations League draw, who have we been paired against and when, plus Thomas Tuchel has been given a contract extension, do you agree with it. Running time 27:09   Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 402: Once again it’s time to take a look at which England players moved in January, I give my take on all this World Cup boycott talk and I preview the Nations League draw. Running time 35:00 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 401: I chat with Watford and England fan Rio Woolf (@Rio_Woolf) who also plays amputee footballer for Chelsea. I also pay my tributes to former Three Lions Colin McDonald and Martin Chivers who both recently passed. Running time 41:53 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 400: Finally, the episode where I get together fans of all three of our 2026 World Cup group opponents. Delighted to be joined by Lovre (@croatian_footy) from Croatia, Habib (@habibmohammed09) from Ghana & Mani (@Nomad_AeE) from Panama. They tell us their thoughts of playing England in the World Cup later this year, and who the players to look out for could be. Running time 1:07:31 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 399: Happy New Year to you all. The podcast returns, and once again we’re discussing FIFA and the 2026 World Cup. I’m delighted to be joined by Thomas Concannon from the FSA (@WeAreTheFSA) who tells us what they have been doing and will continue to do, on behalf of the fans. Running time 35:55 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 398: The 2026 World Cup ticketing fallout continues. Is it just England fans who are feeling hard done by? I get the thoughts of fans of other competing nations. FIFA have the nerve to thank and call those who bought tickets ‘true fans’ & still there is no word from our FA, or our supporters club. Running time 25:23 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 397: First there was the draw, now we have the prices, I also have the American view too, delighted to welcome back Gaurav Singhvi to the show to tell us how it’s going down in the US, he also has some hints and tips too to keep those costs down. Running time 58:28 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 396: The World Cup draw for 2026 has been made, join me as I give you my take on it, the show, Infantino, Trump, and our opponents too. Running time 24:18 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 395: Thomas Tuchel is 10 games in as England manager and just under a year in the job. What do you make of him now? Is it job half done, does he still need to win the World Cup to convince you he is the right man for the job. I’m joined by friends of the show to express their thoughts on TT. Running time 50:40 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 394: The Lionesses are back for their final 2 games of 2025, it’s the final games of the Homecoming series, it’s China at Wembley and Ghana at Southampton, I take a look at the squad and once again joined by Zoe from the Lionesses Den. *Apologies it's a little later in being released than usual ahead of the games. Running time 50:40 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 393: It’s time to take a look at how our Young Lions have been progressing recently, the U17’s over in Qatar, the U19’s in Euro 2026 qualification and the U21’s in 2027 Euro qualification, plus if you’ve not heard the pod win silver in the Football Content Awards. Running time 16:41 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 392: That’s it, a full house, 8 out of 8, confirmed by two 2-0 England wins over Serbia and Albania. Join me as I take you from Wembley to Tirana via Mount Gamti and Lake Bovilla. Running time 34:53  Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 391: It’s the last international window of 2025, England have already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, but we still need to play Serbia and home and Albania away. I’m joined by Filip from Belgrade and Alden (@TheAlboBoy) tells us about Albania. Running time 56:07 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 390: I chat with Joey D’Urso (X @josephmdurso) about his book ‘More than a shirt’, we cover England shirts and some more random ones, I also touch on how our Young Lions are faring over in Qatar in the U17 World Cup. Running time 33:44 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 389: Another FIFA tournament in Qatar. It’s time for the U17 World Cup, I take a look at the tournament as it comes around for the 20th time, can our Young Lions win it like we did in 2017? I also pay tribute to Mick McNeil who passed away recently. Running time 14:53 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 388: Our European Champions return with two fixtures, Brazil in Manchester and Australia in Derby in 2 friendlies. I take a look at the squad, touch on Millie Bright’s retirement and hook up with Zoe Bleach, Lionesses fan and ‘proprietor’ of The Lionesses Den pub. Running time 40:46 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 387: 2 wins, qualification for next year’s World Cup, everything’s rosy, isn’t it? Mainly yes, but there’s a couple of things that niggle. I’m joined by CJ Joiner to take a look back over the victories against Wales and Latvia.  Running time 50:42 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 386: The World Nations Cup 2025 for Walking football is being held in Spain, and once again England are taking a large squad across many age groups in search of more silverware. I’m joined once again by Stuart Langworthy from the Walking Football Association to tell us more about it. Running time 24:19 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 385: England are back in action this October, Wales at Wembley in a friendly, then on to Latvia for more World Cup qualification action. Get the squad news, and a guide to Riga from Frank Murr from the Baltic Football Podcast, what more could you want? Oh, a Welsh perspective….. sorry…. Running time 42:43 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 384: England’s youngest player, an honour only bestowed on a select few, but could it soon be broken? The saying is ‘If you’re good enough, your old enough’. Who could be the next youngster to take Theo Walcotts record? Running time 32:20 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 383: 2003, Turkey away in Istanbul, qualification for Euro 2004 is at stake. We all wanted to be there, but the FA said No. This is the story of how John ‘Walshy’ Walsh slipped through the net to be one of only a few there. Plus I have some exciting news about the Football Content Awards. Running time 44:25 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 382: The transfer window has shut, players all across the Premier League and Europe now have new homes, but which English players have moved on, and for the better? I’m joined by Charlie Tidswell (@Chaztiddy08) from the Gate 102 Podcast (@Gate102Pod) to run through them all. Running time 48:27 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 381: Brazil 1984, John Barnes and all that, you know the goal. But what about the actual game, the surroundings and the time of it, come with me on a deep dive on the actual game. Running time 20:06 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 380: Back with another Your England Journey, this time speaking with ‘That World Cup Guy’, Andy Milne, he takes us through his England timeline, the games he’s seen and how it all began, plus he has some exciting news to reveal. Running time 44:43 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 379: European Champions once again, The Lionesses. Join me as I take you to the homecoming parade and also chat with Lionesses fan Nick Jones who was there in Basel for the final, he tells us what it was like there. Running time 44:20 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 378: The Lionesses have once again gone and done it, made it to the final of the Euro’s, it’s not been straight forward, as I’m joined once again by England fan Steve Hopper who discusses his Euro’s journey too. Running time 43:14 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 377: I’m joined once again by England fan @SteveHopperTV to take a look back over the Lionesses as they make it to the semi-finals of the Womens 2025 European Championships and ‘that’ penalty shoot-out. Running time 45:04 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 376: England famously didn’t make it to the World Cup of USA 1994, but Jim from Florida was there as a young child, he joins me to share his amazing memories and I dissect why England weren’t there with him. Running time 1:00:26 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 375: I catch up with @SteveHopperTV (Steve Hopper) over in Switzerland as he brings us the tournament feel, we discuss the Lionesses, the Swiss prices, the attendances and also his journey to get that all important UEFA lanyard. Running time 40:14 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 374: Across the country there are many England related supporters groups all with the intention of getting behind the team in their own way, it’s time to learn about another, I’m joined by Humayun Islam from Amar England, a multi-cultural supporters group from Bradford and West Yorkshire. Running time 32:46 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 373: I return to update you with the Summer 2025 and how it’s gone for some of our youth level teams that were involved in summer tournaments, I also have my say on why next year’s 2026 World Cup could be a potential disaster, and I pay tribute to former Three Lion Alan Peacock. Running time 28:04 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 372: The pod returns after a short break, and it’s time to take a look at the upcoming women’s European Championships taking place in Switzerland. I’m joined by the Evening Standard’s Dom Smith to cast our eyes over the Lionesses chances. Running time 34:30 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 371: Better late than never, a look back on our win over Andorra in Barcelona and the defeat to Senegal in Nottingham, I also cast my eye over how the qualifying for World Cup 2026 is going across the confederations. Running time 51:54 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 370: The 2026 World Cup is a year away, this is part 3 in a 3-part mini-series, taking a look at and speaking with someone from each host country about what the feeling is like there and giving some handy tips. This is USA with Gurav Singhvi. Running time 41:15 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 369: The 2026 World Cup is a year away, this is part 2 in a 3-part mini-series, taking a look at and speaking with someone from each host country about what the feeling is like there and giving some handy tips. This is Canada with Paul and Josh. Running time 45:16 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 368: The 2026 World Cup is a year away, this is the first in a 3-part mini-series, taking a look at and speaking with someone from each host country about what the feeling is like there and giving some handy tips. First up is Mexico with Alberto. Running Time: 37:58 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 367: Our senior men return to action with a WCQ away to Andorra and a home friendly against Senegal, I have all the info for you in this preview episode. The squad, news from Andorra, the feeling around The Lions of Teranga, the hot spots of Nottingham and remind you of England Shirt Day. I hope you enjoy it. Running Time: 1:17:19 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 366: The Lionesses are once again back in Nations League action, home to Portugal and away to Spain, I bring you all the details, plus my take on Mary Earps international retirement. Running Time: 22:29 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 365: Phil Stevenson is an England World Cup Winner. Tune in to hear all about how he was part of the over 75’s World Cup. Also #EnglandShirtDay, let me tell you more about it. Running Time: 35:57 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 364: May 15th is International day of families, so what better opportunity to take a look at some of the family England connections over the years. Who is related to who. Some may surprise you.  Running Time: 27:13 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne

Ep 363: Season is almost over, summer is almost upon us, that doesn’t mean the football stops, there are a few tournaments our England sides are involved in, tune into find out who, where and when. Running Time: 23:44 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne