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Football 5’sSpurs with Talking Football's Steve BellOn this episode, I speak to Talking Football's chairman, Steve Bell about all things Tottenham Hotspur. He tells us about growing up as a Spurs fan down south before moving to Bolton, recalling his favourite games and goals and his worst memories. He tells us about his thoughts on Ange Postecoglou's sacking after winning their first trophy in 17 years and his prediction for next season before submitting his ultimate Spurs 5 a side football team and it is an absolute belter.
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2025-07-0239 minFootball 5’sEngland with The BeesWe head back to Wembley for the first episode in the second series of Football 5's and, by popular demand, I speak to Iain 'The Bees' Beesley, an England fanatic as he talks all about his experiences of watching our national team. He discusses how he got into England, the future of England and we talk in great detail about THAT night in Italy in 1990 before he submits his ultimate England 5 a side team using his heroes following my strict rules.
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2025-06-061h 21Football 5’sFootball 5's Second Series Teaser TrailerWelcome to the second series of Football 5's, the show whereby my guests pick their ultimate 5 a side team using their footballing heroes and following the rules set. I'm Alex Kirkman, your host and I just wanted to give you an introduction to the new series and tell you about certain changes I have had to make
2025-06-0605 minFootball 5’sThe Best Of Series 1 with Jiggy and DannyIn the final episode, I get Jiggy and Danny back to pick the best 5 a side team using all the players picked in this first series. However, the rules have changed... ever so slightly
***Again, apologies for the audio. I have 2 microphones and there was 3 of us. Also, we were slightly distracted at parts because Bolton Wanderers were playing***
2025-02-121h 06Football 5’sAll Time with Scott ThreshIn the penultimate episode of the first series, I speak to Scott about his playing days and why he isn't affiliated with a football club before he has the difficult job of picking the all time ultimate 5 a side football team using any players he wants
2025-02-051h 06Football 5’sBristol Rovers with Ben SpindlerIn this bumper edition of the show, we talk all about "The Gas" as my guest, Ben Spindler, tells us why he isn't in love with football as much anymore but shares his favourite moments, matches and goals before not only submitting his favourite Rovers 5 a side team but his best also. Believe me when I say it, the man knows what he talking about
2025-01-291h 45Football 5’sLiverpool with Baz CampbellOver to The Kop we go this week as my guest, Baz, tells us all about the red side of The Mersey. Baz tells us his favourite goals and games and shares his thoughts on Arne Slot among other topics before he submits his ultimate Liverpool 5 a side team
2025-01-2235 minFootball 5’sDion Charles/Ian EvattIn this bonus episode, I speak to Jiggy from episode 3 all about former Bolton Wanderer, Dion Charles and his recent transfer to League 1 rivals, Huddersfield Town. We also talk about Bolton manager, Ian Evatt and the current state of affairs surrounding his tenure, his tactics and is he on borrowed time.
2025-01-1642 minFootball 5’sWolves with Dave HousdenIn this episode, we travel to the West Midlands to discuss all things Wolves with Dave. He tells us how he became a Wolves fan, the ups and downs and favourite games and goals before submitting his ultimate Wolves 5 a side team (Plus find out which player Dave's mum calls a "big, brave soldier")
***Apologies for the audio issue. The intro will explain all***
2025-01-1550 minFootball 5’sDyche/Moyes with Danny VickersIn this special impromptu episode of Football 5's, I speak to Danny, the Everton fan from episode 6, to discuss the current situation at Everton football club regarding the the sacking of Sean Dyche and the imminent arrival of former blues manager, David Moyes.
2025-01-102h 35Football 5’sManchester City with Paul DurhamThis week, we discuss (arguably) the best team on the planet as we talk about the blue side of Manchester with Paul before he submits the ultimate Man City 5 a side team... and what a team it is!!!
2025-01-0845 minFootball 5’sEverton with Danny VickersHappy New Year!!! In the first episode of 2025, I speak to one of my oldest and dearest friends, Danny who will tell us everything about the blue side of Merseyside before picking his ultimate Everton 5 a side football team.
Warning - As this episode was recorded in The Beaumont, our local pub, there is background noise but it shouldn't spoil your enjoyment.
2025-01-011h 05Football 5’sFestive 5's with Heidi and JamesMerry Christmas to you all. In our Christmas special, I do something a little different. I invite 2 very special people, my daughter Heidi and my 'step-son' James, on the show whereby they will be picking the ultimate Christmas 5 a side team using anybody related to the festive period. Warning... the show is slightly chaotic!!!
2024-12-2445 minFootball 5’sLeeds with Glen MortimerElland Rd is our destination as we talk the good old days of Leeds United with Glen. He tells me how a young lad from Bolton got into watching Leeds, his favourite memories, matches and goals before picking his ultimate Leeds 5 a side team.
2024-12-1839 minFootball 5’sBolton with Chris SpackmanIn this episode, we explore a team extremely close to my heart, my beloved Bolton Wanderers. I speak to one of my oldest friends as we reminisce the good days and the bad days for The Trotter before 'Jiggy' picks his ultimate Bolton Wanderers 5 a side football team.
2024-12-111h 02Football 5’sBury with Paddy FeehanOn this episode, we go lower league and speak to a font of football knowledge, Paddy Feehan as he discuss all things Shaker's including THAT fateful day in 2019. Then he talks about his ultimate Bury 5 a side football team.
***There were slight audio issues on my part. I hope it doesn't hinder your enjoyment of the episode***
2024-12-0434 minFootball 5’sEngland with Stephen CorianderIn the first ever episode of the podcast, I talk to Stephen, a member of the England Supporters Travel Club, all about the England national team. He tells us all about the highs and lows of the Three Lions before picking his ultimate England 5 aside team.
2024-11-2701 min
Football 5’sIntroduction to Football 5'sI'm Alex Kirkman, the host of a brand new football podcast, Football 5's. Each episode I am joined by a football fan who will discuss their favourite teams. From favourite matches and goals to worst moments. From promotions to relegations. From financial struggles to memorable moments.
Sounds like any other podcast right?
Well my guests will also be picking the best 5 a side team using the players from their respective clubs following a set of simple rules.
Rule number 1 - You must have at least 1 goal keeper, 1 defender, 1 midfielder and 1 striker
Rul...
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