The Footglish Podcast: Learn English with Football

The Footglish Podcast: Learn English with Football

por Zdenek Lukas
Aprendizaje de idiomasFútbol americano
Temporada 4
Czechia’s FIRST Foreign Coach: Who Is Santi Denia?
For the first time in history, the Czech Republic national team will be led by a foreign head coach. In this episode, I discuss the appointment of Spanish coach Santi Denia, his first press conference, and my first impressions of the man who has been chosen to take Czech football in a new direction. What can Czech fans expect from a coach with experience from Spanish youth football? Will his philosophy bring something new to the national team? And why could this appointment represent a major change in the way Czech football thinks about its future? A look at the biggest coaching decision in Czech football history and what it could mean for the national team. Video from this episode will be available later Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vy Czech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ 👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learners SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflf Take part in this fun Listener survey If you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it. Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: TeacherZdenek@gmail.com More about Zdenek Video from this episode
T4 · E4
1 ago 2026
44:57
The Czech League in Full Swing
⚽ What makes the Czech League (Chance Liga) unique? In this episode of the Footglish Podcast, I'm joined by a TV presenter and football commentator, Stepan Hajek from Canal+ Sport to discuss the Czech League, the opening round of the new season, the title contenders, the growing number of foreign players, and what makes Czech football worth watching. Along the way, you'll also learn plenty of natural football English in context. A video from this episode Canal+ Sport's Website Canal+ Sport's YouTube Channel Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vy Czech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ 👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learners SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflf Take part in this fun Listener survey If you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it. Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: TeacherZdenek@gmail.com More about Zdenek Video from this episode
T4 · E3
30 jul 2026
1:00:19
Prepositions of TIME
⚽ Are you making these football English mistakes? In this episode, you'll master the most common prepositions of time used in football. Learn when to say at half-time, in the first half, in stoppage time, at the final whistle, from kick-off to full-time, and much more. Stop making the mistakes that even advanced English learners make and start sounding more natural when talking about football. A video from this episode Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vy Czech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ 👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learners SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflf Take part in this fun Listener survey If you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it. Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: TeacherZdenek@gmail.com More about Zdenek
T4 · E2
26 jul 2026
16:53
8 Football Phrasal Verbs You'll Use Every Day
In this episode, you’ll learn 8 useful phrasal verbs through the story of Liam, a new football signing trying to adapt to his new club. Follow Liam’s journey as he tries to fit in, settle in, and slot in with his new teammates — while learning phrasal verbs you can use both on and off the pitch. A fun way to improve your English vocabulary through football! ⚽ A video from this episode Fantasy Premier League MINI LEAGUE: 1zu6vy Czech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE: 3WWLKUCJ 👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learners SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflf Take part in this fun Listener survey If you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it. Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: TeacherZdenek@gmail.com More about Zdenek
T4 · E1
24 jul 2026
15:53
Temporada 3
9 things we LOVED and HATED about the WORLD CUP
The World Cup 2026 is over! 🏆 In this special episode, I’m joined by Hugh Dellar as we look back at the tournament from two different perspectives. I share 9 things I loved about the World Cup, while Hugh reveals 9 things he hated — the unforgettable moments, surprises, frustrations and talking points from football’s biggest event. Which points do you agree with? What did you love and hate about this World Cup? 🎧 Learn English through football with The Footglish Podcast! 👉Hug's website 👉Video from this episode 👉The Footglish Podcast FPL MINI LEAGUE 👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learners SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflf Take part in this fun Listener survey If you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it. Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: TeacherZdenek@gmail.com More about Zdenek
T3 · E20
20 jul 2026
42:07
England Suffer a Heartbreaking Defeat to Argentina
England's World Cup dream is over after a heartbreaking semi-final defeat to Argentina. In this episode, I'm joined by Luke from Luke's English Podcast, who shares his thoughts as a gutted England fan. We discuss where the game was won and lost, who looked more aggressive in the first half, what ultimately cost England the match, and why everyone has to take their hat off to Lionel Messi, who once again produced a world-class performance. Plus, you'll learn the football expression "to hit your stride" and other useful English vocabulary along the way. 👉Zdenek on Luke's English Podcast (2h episode) 👉Video from this episode 👉The Footglish Podcast FPL MINI LEAGUE 👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learners SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflf Take part in this fun Listener survey. Follow "The Footglish Podcast" on Instagram. If you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it. Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: TeacherZdenek@gmail.com More about Zdenek
T3 · E19
16 jul 2026
51:09
Monumental England Win in the Azteca
England are through to the quarter-final after a monumental win over Mexico! This week I'm joined by Martin from the Rock n Roll English Podcast to break down the match, discuss Donald Trump's bizarre involvement, FIFA's controversial decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's red card, and preview England's huge clash with Norway. As always, expect plenty of football vocabulary and natural British English along the way. ⚽ Video from this episode Martin's website 👉The Footglish Podcast FPL MINI LEAGUE 👉The Footglish Podcast Czech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE 👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learners SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflf Take part in this fun Listener survey. Join The "Footglish Podcast: Czech Fantasy League Follow "The Footglish Podcast" on Instagram. If you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it. Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: TeacherZdenek@gmail.com More about Zdenek
T3 · E18
7 jul 2026
56:02
Football Fans with Craig
This week's episode is a special crossover with Craig from the Ingles Podcast! ⚽🎙️ We look back at the role football played in our childhoods, share our thoughts on the ongoing World Cup, and even venture into the thorny subject of politics in football—with Craig, as always, doing his best to play devil's advocate. Along the way, we naturally introduce plenty of useful football-related English, including different types of football fans such as die-hard supporters, fair-weather fans, glory hunters, and armchair supporters. In the Language Corner at the end of the episode, I go through all of this vocabulary again, explaining the key expressions and how to use them naturally. Whether you're here for the football, the English, or the friendly debate, there's something for everyone. Video from this episode Craig's website Craig's Podcast My World Cup appearance on Luke's English Podcast 👉The Footglish Podcast FPL MINI LEAGUE 👉The Footglish Podcast Czech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE 👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learners SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflf Take part in this fun Listener survey. Join The "Footglish Podcast: Czech Fantasy League Follow "The Footglish Podcast" on Instagram. If you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it. Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: TeacherZdenek@gmail.com More about Zdenek
T3 · E17
5 jul 2026
58:58
Master the Verb "PLAY" Like a Football Commentator
The verb play might seem simple, but in football English it's one of the most versatile words you'll ever use. In this episode of Footglish, we'll explore the most important football collocations and expressions with play, including: ⚽ play for ⚽ play as ⚽ play against ⚽ play at ⚽ play out from the back ⚽ play someone in ⚽ play a through ball ⚽ play a ball over the top ⚽ play on . ..and many more useful collocations and idioms you'll hear in real football commentary and conversations. You'll learn what these expressions really mean, hear plenty of authentic examples, and test yourself with a football English quiz. 🎙️ Bonus: I also tell you about my latest guest appearance on Luke's English Podcast, where Luke and I enjoyed a two-hour football ramble about the 2026 World Cup, football culture, and learning English through the beautiful game. If you haven't listened yet, don't miss it! Video from this episode My World Cup appearance on Luke's English Podcast 👉The Footglish Podcast FPL MINI LEAGUE 👉The Footglish Podcast Czech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE 👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learners SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflf Take part in this fun Listener survey. Join The "Footglish Podcast: Czech Fantasy League Follow "The Footglish Podcast" on Instagram. If you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it. Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: TeacherZdenek@gmail.com More about Zdenek
T3 · E16
3 jul 2026
24:25
ENGLAND or SPAIN, Who Has More WORLD-CLASS Players
This week I'm joined by Ben from To the Point English for a football and English chat with a World Cup twist. Is England's squad really full of world-class players? Or does Spain have the stronger team? We compare both sides, predict who will go further in the tournament, and discuss whether England has what it takes to lift the trophy. Later, I also explain the phrase "to be torn between two things". Video from this episode 👉The Footglish Podcast FPL MINI LEAGUE 👉The Footglish Podcast Czech Fantasy MINI LEAGUE 👉Achievers Chamber - online group meetings for high-level English learners SUPPORT the FOOTGLISH PODCAST: https://herohero.co/thrivingptfzcqbttaflf Take part in this fun Listener survey. Join The "Footglish Podcast: Czech Fantasy League Follow "The Footglish Podcast" on Instagram. If you like this podcast, please subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and share it with your friends, colleagues, or anyone who might enjoy it. Feel free to email your feedback to Zdenek: TeacherZdenek@gmail.com More about Zdenek
T3 · E15
26 jun 2026
32:35
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