It's Coming Home | The England Podcast

The boys have only gone and bloody done it! A superb Ollie Watkins goal at the death, and an all-round improved performance sees England reach their second consecutive European Championships final, and first on foreign soil. After sleeping off a mild hangover, Simon, Matt & James gathered to discuss another memorable night of England fandom, and the tasty prospect of a Sunday final against an impressive Spain side. Matt also launches a campaign to record the final episode in whatever state we're in after the game; all in favour raise your hands... If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | X | Instagram Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com

The Cricket references continue for one more week as Gareth Southgate survives a late scare reaching his landmark tonne, edging into the Euro 2024 semi-final in the process. As ever, it wasn't straight-forward but Bukayo Saka and his equally unflappable penalty-taking pals booked England a Wednesday night date with the Netherlands. On this one, Simon, Konny and Matt discussed the highs and lows of another nail-biter and had to pull the 'It's Coming Home-o-meter' out of its box for some updated readings. Enjoy! If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | X | Instagram Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com

We're starting to think that we'd be better served following the cricket team in the T20 World Cup you know? Jokes aside, Simon, James & Matt did convene to talk about England's latest uninspiring performance in the goalless draw with Slovenia. Yes, the group has been topped but it has hardly been convincing. On a positive note, there's talk of encouraging contributions by Kobbie Mainoo and Cole Palmer plus a lookahead to a Round of 16 tie on Sunday (not against the Netherlands as anticipated) in what is a hugely favourable side of the bracket! If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | X | Instagram Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com

As one Twitter user cheekily suggested on Thursday evening, you could imagine that Gareth Southgate is inclined to strap on the protective headgear on an indoor exercise bike, such was the risk averse manner of the 1-1 draw against Denmark. His England side went into their shell after going ahead, and never really reappeared. The next day Simon, Konny and Matt unpicked an uninspiring performance and speculated whether it would result in a shift in tact for the last group game against Slovenia. There’s also a fleeting guest appearance from James who was less than impressed at the full-time whistle. Currently, England are great on paper, but not so great on grass… If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | X | Instagram Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com

As the kids (and Rio Ferdinand) would say, Jude Bellingham is very much 'him'. England's superstar midfielder proved that once again as Gareth Southgate's men snuck by Serbia on Sunday night. After a day to gather their thoughts, Simon, James and Matt discussed the differing viewpoints on England's performance in the media and online, as well as how some of the manager's most-talked-about selection decisions panned out. The main headline is England sit top of the group, but there are definitely things to work on! If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | X | Instagram Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com

It's Coming Home is back, baby! We've got the old band back together to look ahead to another major tournament, one which England arrive at as one of the favorites. On this Euro 2024 (and Serbia) preview, Simon is joined by Ben, James and Matt to discuss the squad inclusions and omissions, those Friendly performances, England's chances of taking home the prize plus those of the other notable contenders. There's also kit talk, an interesting Phil Foden theory and the all-important team selection for Sunday. Enjoy! If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | X | Instagram Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com

Good news! England are into the knockouts with relative ease after a 3-0 victory against Wales in which Marcus Rashford, as Good Morning Britain described it, "booted in two goals" whilst Phil Foden "saw in one more". Awful terminology aside, it was a comfortable win and a much more impressive performance from Southgate's side, and one that Simon, Josh & Matt were more than happy to discuss the day after. Also on this show, there's a recap of England's group stage as a whole, a festive World Cup Quiz-thing and a look ahead to the prospect of Senegal on Sunday. Enjoy! If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com

So it's finally here, 5 months later than usual, the FIFA World Cup of Cognitive Dissonance. The World Cup in Qatar is a troubling one for fans around the world, and an awkward thing to handle for the players, managers and coaches alike. In this preview for a very strange spectacle, Simon, Josh and Matt take a dive into Gareth Southgate's squad selection, look ahead to the first game against Iran and discuss how possible it is truly enjoy a World Cup at this time of year, with these hosts in charge and the huge list of controversies overshadowing proceedings. We're expecting a far from smooth ride throughout the tournament and we intend to keep shining a light on all of the darker, grimmer aspects of an event that we should all be able to enjoy guilt-free as fans and participants, but arguably can't. If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com

England fans assemble! It's been awhile for us but we just couldn't resist chatting about the Nations League fixtures ahead of the Three Lions this summer. Simon was joined by James, Josh and Matt to talk about Gareth Southgate's selections and omissions, the four games in the diary for June plus the small matter of the World Cup draw which we neglected to discuss at the time. Plenty to go at, so enjoy! If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com

Don't worry, we haven't scuttled off just because it's not a summer tournament! We're back behind the mics after missing the September qualifiers to talk about England's penultimate set of games in their effort to cement a place at World Cup 2022. On this month's episode, Simon is joined by James and Josh to go over a slightly disappointing result and performance against Hungary and the 5-0 away win in Andorra previous. There's talk about the squad's form, the move away from two holding midfielders and much more. Enjoy, we're glad to be back! If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com Additional Music by Twin Musicom | twinmusicom.org

And so, it wasn't quite meant to be. As gutted as we all were, we got a big podcast squad together for one last Euro 2020 hurrah of an episode the morning after the night before to reflect on England's crushing defeat on penalties to Italy as Euros glory slipped from our fingertips. On this episode of It's Coming Home, Simon, Matt, Josh, Konny and James went over what went wrong on Sunday night, what went right over this summer as well as discussing the abhorrent abuse of some England's black players post-game, and the regrettable scenes around Wembley over the course of the evening. Fear not, though, we also look for the positives going forward and set our focus on a winter World Cup in 2022! The last one is a long one but we had a lot to cover...you're probably used to that from us by now! Thank you for listening and see you in September for the qualifiers! If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com Additional Music by Twin Musicom | twinmusicom.org

My oh my, we've only gone and done it! Gareth Southgate's lovely lions are in the final of Euro 2020 and will face Italy at Wembley on Sunday. It was some night against Denmark on Wednesday and it's pretty hard to sum up the joy the whole nation felt but Matt, Simon and Josh had a bloody good go at it. We also, obviously, lookahead to a blockbuster final at the weekend. Get in, England! Enjoy! If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com Additional Music by Twin Musicom | twinmusicom.org

It feels a bit strange to see an England team get to a major semi-final without too much jeopardy, but that's what we're seeing right now as Gareth Southgate's men booked a Wednesday Wembley date with Denmark via a convincing 4-0 win over Ukraine in Rome. This time out we have Simon, James and Josh on hand to go over what was another comfortable night for England with added praise for the likes of Raheem Sterling, Luke Shaw and Kalvin Phillips. Well, the whole squad really! We also look ahead to the very real challenge that the Danes will pose in mid-week. Enjoy! If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com Additional Music by Twin Musicom | twinmusicom.org

After 25 long years, Gareth Southgate managed to exorcise his Germany/Wembley/Euros demons by leading his England side to victory against the old rivals on Tuesday night. With that last 16 win, the Three Lions have booked a Saturday night date in Rome with Ukraine in the quarter finals and, whisper it, a potential run to a Wembley final looks promising. The next day, Matt was joined by Simon, Ben and Josh to see just where everyone is on the 'It's Coming Home-o-meter' and relive the rollercoaster of emotions that we all went through together. Enjoy! If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com Additional Music by Twin Musicom | twinmusicom.org

They were already through before kick-off but England needed a confidence boosting win and got it against the Czech Republic on Tuesday night. The win means that Southgate's men face second place from the so-called group of death but Wembley advantage in front of 45000 fans beckons next week as opposed to an away day. This time around, Simon, Matt and Josh are looking back at the action, discussing interesting selections, the plus points of returning influences and trying to decide which of the big boys we'd prefer to face! There's also the usual sticker action and a special England music-themed quiz. If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com Additional Music by Twin Musicom | twinmusicom.org

After all the hype and excitement in the build-up, England couldn't quite deliver on Friday night at Wembley against the old enemy from up north. Scotland frustrated Gareth Southgate's team and had their chances to win it, too. The next morning, Matt was joined by Simon and James to go over what went wrong, who performed and who didn't and discuss whether we should be worried about the rest of the tournament now. Or is it all a cunning plan and part of Project Finish Second?! There's also a quick Czech Republic preview and the usual sticker and quiz fun. If you're a fan of the It's Coming Home podcast, please review and subscribe! Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com Additional Music by Twin Musicom | twinmusicom.org

For the first time ever in a European Championships, England got off to a winning start with another 1-0 win against Croatia! Once a couple of hangovers were sufficiently overcome, Simon, Ben, Josh and James went over what was a pain-free afternoon at Wembley in the end before looking towards Friday and the battle of Britain tie against Scotland with a fair deal of excitement. We also touch on the awful incident involving Christian Eriksen on Saturday night which has thankfully ended with the Danish midfielder alive and well. On a positive note, it's very clearly coming home isn't it? Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com Additional Music by Twin Musicom | twinmusicom.org

On the final pre-tournament episode of It's Coming Home, Simon, James, Ben and another James look back on another almost-pointless warm up game for England as they prepare for Croatia on Sunday. We go over the few things we learned, pick our team for Sunday, discuss the ongoing booing of the knee from certain fans and partake in a highly suspect quiz! Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com Additional Music by Twin Musicom | twinmusicom.org

It's not quite the real stuff yet, but hoorah, the football has started! On this episode Matt is joined by Simon, Josh and Konny to go over a 1-0 England win over Austria, fantastic facemasks and Jack Grealish's future pub as well as our thoughts on the finalised squad for the Euros. There's also the usual quiz and sticker excitement cause this host doesn't forget these things! Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Intro Music by Scott Holmes Music | scottholmesmusic.com Additional Music by Twin Musicom | twinmusicom.org