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Kicking BackWho Remembers THIS Moment Of Ronaldinho Magic?!?With Millie completing her transfer to Nottingham Forest, we find out what TV she's been watching since the move. We also go over some classic moments of football heritage from our childhood, including that classic ad featuring the legend, Ronaldinho!2024-11-2915 min
Kicking BackWhy Thomas Tuchel Is The PERFECT England Manager!We're BACK! After Lewis stupidly spilt Irn Bru on his laptop and halted all our wonderful progress, we're back in sunny Blackburn for an overdue catch-up. This week, we're talking about the reaction to Thomas Tuchel being named the England manager - is he the perfect man for the job?2024-11-1423 minKicking BackInside Malmo: We Attempted Commentary At Malmo's Stadium!We visited the home of Swedish football! This week, we're in Malmo, witnessing the rebirth of one of the most successful womens teams in world football. We also try our hand at commentary, and sneak into the press area for some undercover reporting! 🕵️♀️2024-10-0614 min
Kicking BackInside Wolfsburg: Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Look at VfL Wolfsburg’s Inner Workings!We take you behind the scenes of VfL Wolfsburg with an exclusive tour of their state-of-the-art facilities. As the team gears up for another exciting season in the Bundesliga, we explore the strategies and preparations that go into competing at the highest level of German football.We also speak to the host of the official Wolfsburg podcast, Volker Rechin, to find out about the history of the club he loves.2024-08-1818 minKicking BackInside Venezia FC! Unseen Footage and Insider Stories!Newly promoted Serie A side Venezia FC invited us to tour their training facility, ahead of a season that will see them playing the likes of Inter Milan, Juventus and AS Roma. Here's our take on their amazing new home!We also interview Venezia FC Femminile's goalkeeper, Inés Palmiero Herrera, and the head of the women's set-up, Grazia Trentin, to find out about their plans to reach the top tier of Italian football.2024-07-3018 minKicking BackEating Big At The Big EasyIn honour of England's big win, we went to The Big Easy at Canary Wharf and ordered the whole menu. It was one of the best days ever.2024-07-2807 minKicking BackAre Germany the New Favourites for Euro 2024? Live from Berlin Pub!Join us for a special episode of Kicking Back, recorded live from a bustling pub in Berlin! Lewis Costello and Millie Chandarana dive into the latest buzz around Euro 2024, debating whether Germany has emerged as the new favorites to take home the trophy. With passionate discussions, insider insights, and the lively atmosphere of a German pub, this episode is not to be missed.2024-06-3007 minKicking BackEngland Are Likely To Play Germany In The Euro 2024 Final 🤯 Euro 2024 Preview from Berlin!Is it actually coming home?! In this special preview episode, we bring you the latest insights and predictions recorded right outside the iconic Olympiastadion in Berlin. Join us as we dive into the most anticipated football tournament of the year!2024-06-1823 minKicking BackFA Cup Final Preview From Wembley Stadium 🤯We're live from Wembley Stadium for a very special episode - head to our YouTube channel here to check out the stadium in all its glory! This week, we're asking if Manchester United can do anything to topple the seemingly unstoppable Man City in this weekends FA Cup Final 🏆2024-05-2309 minKicking BackIs The Premier League Title Race Already Over?Is the race between Man City and Arsenal already won? This week we're looking back on what has been an amazing Premier League season!2024-05-1714 minKicking BackMan United Could Win The FA Cup TWICE In One Year 🤯 | Live From BOXPARK Wembley!Kicking Back on tour! With Manchester United set to play Tottenham Hotspur in the Women's FA Cup Final this weekend, we decided to head to BOXPARK, right outside Wembley Stadium, to soak in the atmosphere and discuss the game. Spurs or United... Who do you think has got this one?2024-05-1009 minKicking BackAre Real Madrid About To Win The Champions League?We're finally live from our new studio! And after a gripping first leg draw between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, and with the likes of Manchester City and Arsenal out of the competition, we're asking if Real Madrid are the favourites to win this years Champions League?2024-05-1012 minKicking BackCopa 71 - Our First Film Review! A Secret Women's World Cup in 1971?It's our first film review on the channel! This week, we took a look at the new documentary from Dogwoof Films, Copa 71, narrated by Serena Williams - the film tells the fascinating story of the women involved in the 1971 underground Women's World Cup. But is it worth a watch?2024-04-2106 minKicking BackUncovering a SECRET Womens World Cup!Did you know there was an UNDERGROUND Women's World Cup in 1971? In our second episode of Good Call, we delve into one of footballs best kept secrets!To do that, we're joined by the researcher for the hit new documentary Copa 71, Ella Williams - the film currently holds a score of 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, and tells the fascinating stories of the amazing women involved.2024-04-1412 minKicking BackIs Real Madrid v Man City The Best Game In World Football?On Tuesday night, Carlo Ancelotti's Real Madrid will take on Pep Guardiola's Manchester City in a firey Champions League encounter... but who will come out on top?2024-04-0816 minKicking BackIs Jurgen Klopp More Impressive Than Pep Guardiola?This week, Lewis makes a case for why Jurgen Klopp's achievements might just be more impressive than Pep Guardiola's... What do you reckon? 🤔2024-03-1220 minKicking BackLooking Back On Blackburn v Newcastle! 🏆Live from our new look studio! This week, we look back on the magical FA Cup game between Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle, where Lewis was the announcer.We also preview Sunday's exciting derby between Manchester City and Manchester United, and ask whether blue cards are the future of football (spoiler: no)KICKING BACK is your weekly football fix with stand-up comedian Lewis Costello and Blackburn Rovers women's footballer Millie Chandarana2024-03-0123 minKicking BackShaka Hislop: "Eddie Howe Will Take Newcastle United To The TOP!" ⬆️ ┃ Good Call Ep 1In our first interview on the channel, former Newcastle United, West Ham and Portsmouth goalkeeper Shaka Hislop joins Lewis and Millie for a chat about life, football and everything in between!Lewis was in Poland, Millie was in England and Shaka was in the USA, so its an international affair - and we'd like to say a massive thanks to Shaka for being the first guest on our channel - it was a really interesting conversation! KICKING BACK is your weekly football fix with stand-up comedian Lewis Costello and Blackburn Rovers women's footballer Millie Chandarana2024-02-0924 minKicking BackWhat's It Like To Play For Blackburn Rovers?Its our Blackburn Rovers special! In our first episode outside of the studio, we're coming to you live from Ewood Park to chat about our unique connections with the club - Millie as a player, Lewis as an announcer. We also have a Premier League winners quiz, and yet another crack at Draw The Baller... Why do we keep doing it to ourselves? 😂KICKING BACK is your weekly football fix with stand-up comedian Lewis Costello and Blackburn Rovers women's footballer Millie Chandarana🔗 Subscribe to Kicking Back YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/kickingbackpod Connect with Kicking Back 👉...2024-02-0324 minKicking BackCould Messi Ever Play For Man City?This week, we ask if Messi could play in the Premier League - should he play for Man City? We also look at past legends, and ask which club they might play for if they came back from retirement! Finally we play another game of transfer window Price is Right, which is quietly becoming our favourite game so far.KICKING BACK is your weekly football fix with stand-up comedian Lewis Costello and Blackburn Rovers women's footballer Millie Chandarana2024-01-2827 minKicking BackMan United's Big Test vs Spurs, Burnley's Downfall & Injury Crisis DebateDive into another action-packed episode of Kicking Back where we dissect some of the most pressing topics in football this week!⚽ Game of the Week: Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur It's a high-stakes clash between 5th and 8th in the table. Can Manchester United secure a victory against Spurs?🔥 Burnley vs Luton: Battle at the Bottom We take a close look at Burnley's surprising struggles under Vincent Kompany. What's going wrong for the Clarets as they face Luton in a crucial match? Join us as we explore the tactics, team morale, and Kompany's approach.💰 Transfer...2024-01-1122 minKicking Back🏆 FA Cup Debate! Transfer Window Talk & Real vs Atletico ShowdownThis week on Kicking Back, we're stirring up a passionate debate: Has the FA Cup lost its magic? Once the crown jewel of English football, we delve into what's changed and what this competition means for clubs and fans today.💰 The Price Is Right! The transfer window is wide open, and we're playing a special edition of 'The Price Is Right.' We're guessing transfer fees and discussing the biggest moves. Who's worth the splurge, and who's a bargain in the making?⚽ Game of the Week: Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid It's a titanic clash in the S...2024-01-0921 minKicking Back⚽ 2023's Top 10 Unbelievable Football Moments! | Boxing Day Highlights & Liverpool v Arsenal Preview🤩 ENTER THE CODE KICKINGBACK15 TO GET 15% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER AT FLIGHTATHLEISURE.COM 🤩As 2023 draws to a close, this week's episode of Kicking Back takes a look back at the year's most jaw-dropping football moments. Join us as we count down the top 10 shocks that left fans in awe!🔝 Top 10 Shocking Football Moments of 2023 From unbelievable goals to unexpected transfers and underdog triumphs, we revisit the moments that defined football in 2023. Which events made our list, and do you agree with our picks?⚽ Boxing Day Recap We dive int...2023-12-2928 minKicking Back🚨 Emergency Episode: The Great VAR Debate! 🚨In this urgent episode of Kicking Back, we're diving headfirst into the controversy that's set the football world ablaze: the VAR decision that turned the PSG vs. Newcastle match on its head. Was it a fair call or a grave mistake? We dissect every angle of this game-changing moment.🔍 The VAR Controversy:In-Depth Analysis: We break down the incident, frame by frame. Did VAR get it right, or did it rob Newcastle of a fair result? Fan Reactions: We share and discuss the fiery reactions from fans across the globe. Are people losing faith in VAR?2023-11-3010 minKicking BackThe Big One! Epic City vs Liverpool Showdown, Awful Football Jokes, and Liverpool Legends Sketched!🎙️ This week on Kicking Back, we're gearing up for the blockbuster clash between Manchester City and Liverpool. It's a titanic tussle at the top of the table, and we're dissecting every angle of this epic encounter. Who will come out on top in this battle of the heavyweights?🖌️ In our 'Draw the Baller' segment, we're going Liverpool-themed! Get ready for some artistic fun as we try to sketch the Reds' legends. Will our drawings do justice to these Anfield icons?💦 And brace yourself for a hilarious new game: the 'Rubbish Football Jokes Challenge.' One of us reads out...2023-11-2320 minKicking BackUnited vs City - A HISTORIC Manchester Derby Day!🎙️ In this week's episode of Kicking Back, we're zooming in on the monumental Women's Super League Manchester derby! It's a historic face-off as United and City clash at Old Trafford for the very first time. The stakes are high, and the excitement is palpable. Will it be the Red Devils or the Sky Blues who emerge victorious in this inaugural WSL derby at the Theatre of Dreams?🔥 Following the derby excitement, we dive into the "Big International Break Chat-GPT Football Quiz - Part 2." Get ready for another round of brain-teasing, laughter-inducing football trivia. We're upping the ante with even mor...2023-11-2013 minKicking BackSpurs' Surprising Surge: Can Tottenham Top the Table? | Spurs v Wolves Breakdown & Fun Football Quiz🎙️ This week on Kicking Back, we're diving into Tottenham Hotspur's thrilling start under Ange Postecoglou. Can Spurs maintain their momentum and stay at the top till season's end? We're dissecting their strategy, performance, and potential to keep leading the pack.🔥 Game of the Week: Spurs vs Wolves. We're breaking down this high-stakes match, analyzing key players, tactics, and what this game means for both teams in the league standings.🧠 Quiz Time! In our fun-filled football quiz segment, we're putting our knowledge to the test. The twist? We have to call someone we think knows the answer. Expect some...2023-11-0920 minKicking Back🎃 Halloween Special: Ghostly Goals, Terrifying Kits & Ronaldinho's Haunting Magic! ⚽👻In this week's haunting episode of Kicking Back, we're embracing the Halloween spirit in frighteningly late fashion. Get ready for a football-themed ghost story that promises to be as chilling as a Tuesday night in Stoke. But that's not all – we'll be showcasing some of the most spine-tingling free kicks ever taken. And if you think you've seen some scary kits before, wait until you see our lineup of the most horrifying ones ever worn on the pitch.Millie Chandarana shares her thoughts on the eeriest moments she's experienced in football, while Lewis Costello reveals a signed shirt fr...2023-11-0324 minKicking BackManchester Derby Showdown: United vs City All-Time XI Revealed!In this week's episode of Kicking Back, the spotlight is on the much-anticipated Manchester derby between United and City. The rivalry, the passion, the history – we delve deep into what makes this fixture one of the most electrifying in world football.Millie Chandarana talks about her days at Manchester United's youth set-up. What was it like being part of such a prestigious academy? Millie shares her insights and experiences.As the big match approaches, we put on our pundit hats and make our predictions. Who will come out on top this time around? Will it be th...2023-10-2723 minKicking BackManagerial Masterminds - Arsenal vs City Deep Dive & Football's Greatest Gaffers!This week we're diving deep into the world of football management!Join us as we dissect the upcoming Arsenal vs City encounter, offering our takes on how we think it'll go down. Ever pondered what truly makes a football manager stand out?We delve into the qualities and strategies that separate the good from the great in the managerial realm.And our beloved 'Draw the Baller' segment gets a managerial twist this week! Watch as we try to sketch iconic football managers. Can you guess who they are?2023-10-0720 minKicking BackChat GPT's BIG International Football Quiz!🔗 Subscribe to Kicking Back YouTube Channel: @KickingBackPod Connect with Kicking Back 👉 http://KickingBack.co.ukLewis on X 👉 http://x.com/lewiscostelloMillie on X 👉 http://x.com/milliechandsLewis on Instagram 👉 http://instagram.com/lewisblaizecostelloMillie on Instagram 👉 http://instagram.com/milliechandListen to Kicking Back: Apple Podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kicking-back/id1640366505?uo=4Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/7b3ZXhp9cJWAscg4biMfGq Google Podcasts 👉 https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvNTY0NDg3MC9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVk2023-09-1307 minKicking BackDeadline Day Headlines!🔗 Subscribe to Kicking Back YouTube Channel: @KickingBackPod Connect with Kicking Back 👉 http://KickingBack.co.ukLewis on X 👉 http://x.com/lewiscostelloMillie on X 👉 http://x.com/milliechandsLewis on Instagram 👉 http://instagram.com/lewisblaizecostelloMillie on Instagram 👉 http://instagram.com/milliechandListen to Kicking Back: Apple Podcasts 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kicking-back/id1640366505?uo=4Spotify 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/7b3ZXhp9cJWAscg4biMfGq Google Podcasts 👉 https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvNTY0NDg3MC9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVk#PremierLeague #FootballCharades #DrawTheBaller #WomensWorldC2023-08-3130 minKicking BackGuess the Iconic Football Moment? Shocking Results!We're back with more football fun and banter!We kick things off with 'Football Charades', where we mime iconic football moments and challenge each other to guess them. Will our acting skills be on par with our football knowledge? You be the judge!The Premier League action is heating up, and we're here to preview the upcoming fixtures. Who's set to shine, and who might stumble? We share our insights and predictions.'Draw The Baller' makes a triumphant return! We sketch and guess footballers, and let's just say, some drawings are... abstract. Join in...2023-08-2416 minKicking BackThree Referees DROPPED! - Reboot Episode!In our debut episode of Kicking Back, we dive headfirst into the all things ball!Join us as we put our pundit hats on and make bold Premier League predictions. Who will rise? Who will fall? And who will have pie on their face next week?We also challenge our artistic skills (or lack thereof) in 'Draw The Baller'. Can we capture the essence of iconic footballers in just 30 seconds? Tune in to find out and have a good laugh at our attempts!Lastly, the excitement is palpable as we preview the Women's World...2023-08-2022 minKicking BackKicking Back with Tez Ilyas!For the end of the year, we're joined by one of Britain's top stand-up comedians, Tez Ilyas! Tez is the host of The Tez O'Clock Show on Channel 4, and a co-star on BBC Three sitcom Man Like Mobeen. He's also a massive Rovers fan!In this episode, we ask:Did England ever really have a chance?Was Southgate right to pick Maguire?Who is the favourite to win the World Cup?What to make of the Ronaldo situation, looking back?2022-12-1614 minKicking BackUp For The Cup!📍 Win your all-time favourite World Cup kit!📍 Can England do to USA what they did to Iran? 📍 How should football change to better manage concussions?📍 We answer more of your questions in our Q+A segment!2022-11-2814 minKicking BackCan England Win The World Cup?📍 Answering YOUR questions in our new Q+A section!📍 What constitutes success for England at the World Cup?📍 Was Ronaldo out of line with his Piers Morgan interview?📍 Predicting who will make the Premier League top 4!2022-11-1816 minKicking BackDerby Day!📍 Do derbies still have the same spice?📍 Win tickets to see Rovers Ladies at Ewood Park!📍 Who is in your England starting 11?📍 Find out how you can bag a free t-shirt every week on the show!2022-11-1116 minKicking BackThe Mindset Of A Player!Introducing 'Kicking Back', a new bi-weekly football podcast from Blackburn Rovers midfielder Millie Chandarana and stand-up comedian Lewis Costello - kicking back the curtain on life as a footballer.Our fifth episode delves into the mindset of a professional footballer. Enjoy!Email the show - kickingbackpod@gmail.comFollow Lewis on Twitter - http://twitter.com/lewiscostelloFollow Millie on Twitter - http://twitter.com/milliechands2022-10-1319 minKicking BackThe Academy!Introducing 'Kicking Back', a new bi-weekly football podcast from Blackburn Rovers midfielder Millie Chandarana and stand-up comedian Lewis Costello - kicking back the curtain on life as a footballer.Our fourth episode discusses life at the academy. Enjoy!Email the show - kickingbackpod@gmail.comFollow Lewis on Twitter - http://twitter.com/lewiscostelloFollow Millie on Twitter - http://twitter.com/milliechands2022-10-0413 minKicking BackAway Days!Introducing 'Kicking Back', a new bi-weekly football podcast from Blackburn Rovers midfielder Millie Chandarana and stand-up comedian Lewis Costello - kicking back the curtain on life as a footballer.Our third episode discusses away days. Enjoy!Email the show - kickingbackpod@gmail.comFollow Lewis on Twitter - http://twitter.com/lewiscostelloFollow Millie on Twitter - http://twitter.com/milliechands2022-09-1517 minKicking BackBehind The Scenes At Brockhall!Introducing 'Kicking Back', a new bi-weekly football podcast from Blackburn Rovers midfielder Millie Chandarana and stand-up comedian Lewis Costello - kicking back the curtain on life as a footballer.Our second episode discusses life at Brockhall, the Blackburn Rovers training ground. Enjoy!Email the show - kickingbackpod@gmail.comFollow Lewis on Twitter - http://twitter.com/lewiscostelloFollow Millie on Twitter - http://twitter.com/milliechands2022-09-0214 minKicking BackThe First Game!Introducing 'Kicking Back', a new bi-weekly football podcast from Blackburn Rovers midfielder Millie Chandarana and stand-up comedian Lewis Costello - kicking back the curtain on life as a footballer.Our first episode discusses life going into the first game of the season. Enjoy!Email the show - kickingbackpod@gmail.comFollow Lewis on Twitter - http://twitter.com/lewiscostelloFollow Millie on Twitter - http://twitter.com/milliechands2022-08-1822 min