After Sunday’s defeat to Italy, Gareth Southgate joins The Official England Podcast to chat to Adam Smith about how they can build on their historic run in EURO 2020, the penalty shootout at Wembley and how this squad will only improve in the future.   Tony Adams also stopped by to give his thoughts on the final and how this exciting, young team can progress in the future.   Thank you from everyone at The Official England Podcast – it’s been great keeping you company everyday through EURO...

Italy are Euro 2020 champions after defeating England in a heart-breaking penalty shoot out that ended 3-2 to the Azzurri.    Here on The Official England Podcast, Adam Smith brings you the initial reactions from outside Wembley Stadium, as captain Harry Kane and manager Gareth Southgate weigh in on the result.    Join us tomorrow when we’ll have an in-depth analysis from the game with ex-England legends Steven Gerrard and Tony Adams joining us. .    ► Twitter:...

It’s the day we’ve all been waiting for - England v Italy in the UEFA Euro 2020 final at Wembley Stadium!   The Official England Podcast has everything to get you ready for match day including Gareth Southgate and Harry Kane speaking about the challenges gli Azzurri will pose, while the gaffer steps into the diary room to share what his favourite part of winning a game is.    Adam Smith is also joined by former England international Paul Merson to chat about what it’s like to take a penalty...

It’s the day before England’s first major cup final for over 50 years! Adam Smith speaks to centre-back Harry Maguire ahead of the historic clash at Wembley on Sunday, while it’s the turn of John Stones to face questions from the media.    We also check in with Josh Denzel, who welcomed Tyrone Mings and Conor Coady – dubbed ‘the new Chuckle Brothers’ by guest Christ Stark – onto the Friday’s episode of Lions’ Den connected by EE.   Watch full episodes of Lions' Den connected by EE...

With just three days to go until England face Italy in the UEFA EURO 2020 final, The Official England Podcast sits down with Phil Foden. The youngster reveals what Gareth Southgate said to him before he came on against Denmark and how the team are preparing for Sunday’s game.    Adam Smith relives Wednesday night with Josh Denzel as Kyle Walker steps onto Lions’ Den connected by EE to talk about how the team has matured since the World Cup in 2018 and how he dreamt of tapping in the rebound...

The Official England Podcast comes to you from Wembley Stadium after last night’s history-defining win over Denmark that takes the Three Lions through to their first final in a major tournament since 1966.    We hear from Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate, while Harry Kane speaks after scoring the winning goal and Raheem Sterling gives his verdict on the game.   Adam Smith was on Wembley Way to get reaction to the game from pundit and former Young Lions international Jamie O’Hara plus our...

Gameday is upon us! England are taking on Denmark in the semi-finals of UEFA EURO 2020 at Wembley Stadium tonight. Joining Adam Smith is a star-studded duo, as Three Lions legend Gary Lineker and former Denmark goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel and England’s Gary Lineker speak exclusively to The Official England Podcast.    Meanwhile, Luke Shaw (or ‘Shawberto Carlos’ as he’s become known!) stopped in with Josh Denzel ahead of the squad’s journey down to London, while Gareth Southgate and Harry Kane...

As England’s semi-final showdown with Denmark draws ever closer, The Official England Podcast chatted exclusively to John Stones as he revealed the team’s defensive mission and how he wants no part in this week’s inflatable shenanigans!    Actor and huge England fan Ray Winstone stops by the pod to share his thoughts on the tournament so far, from his pre-match rituals to his predictions for Wednesday’s huge game at Wembley.   Josh Denzel joins Adam Smith to bring us everything that's been...

Declan Rice spoke exclusively with Adam Smith for The Official England podcast about that night in Rome, being stitched up as a meme yet again and the rather relaxing flight home from that quarter-final win over Ukraine. After making his first start of the tournament Jadon Sancho joined Josh Denzel on Lions’ Den connected by EE and we heard from Gareth Southgate, who was on media duties the morning after the night before...   Keep up to date with all things England: ► Twitter:...

After yesterday’s emphatic 4-0 win over Ukraine, we look back at England’s  performance and ahead to Wednesday’s semi-final against Denmark. We’ll hear from goalscoring heroes Harry Kane and Harry Maguire, plus manager Gareth Southgate himself. England legend Steve McManaman joined Adam Smith for an exclusive chat at full-time and told us who has impressed him so far and how pleased he has been with the team spirit in the squad, while king of the stat Duncan Alexander shares his insights...

On today’s Official England Podcast we look ahead to the UEFA EURO 2020 quarter-final against Ukraine with Gareth Southgate and Harry Maguire in the press conference, while Kalvin Phillips chats with Josh Denzel on Lions’ Den connected by EE. Adam Smith is joined for an exclusive interview by former Three Lions captain Tony Adams, who talks everything from how it feels to lead out the national team, belting out the national anthem, his relationship with Southgate and just how much he loves...

Manager Gareth Southgate speaks exclusively to The Official England Podcast host Adam Smith about the Three Lions’ 2-0 win over Germany and how the squad is preparing for their quarter-final against Ukraine on Saturday.    England captain Harry Kane chats about his goal in Tuesday’s game on Lions’ Den connected by EE, with presenter Josh Denzel telling us about the mood back at St. George’s Park as the squad get back to training. Join is tomorrow when we'll have an exclusive chat with...

The wait is over – England have beaten Germany in a knockout game for the first time since the 1966 World Cup final, and what a win it was.    Joining Adam Smith on The Official England Podcast is David James, who shares his thoughts on the game and how difficult our next opponents Ukraine will be. Gareth Southgate and Harry Maguire speak to the press about that huge performance and Duncan Alexander is back to share all the most important stats from the game.    Keep up to date with all...

Three Lions legends John Terry and Stuart Pearce join Adam Smith in The Official England Podcast ahead of tonight’s huge game against Germany. Manager Gareth Southgate and captain Harry Kane speak to the press ahead of the match while Lions’ Den connected by EE host Josh Denzel catches up with Kyle Walker before the squad departs SGP. We’ve also got pre-match thoughts from Harry Maguire, Tyrone Mings and Kalvin Phillips. Keep up to date with all things England: ► Twitter:...

Marcus Rashford spoke exclusively to Adam Smith for The Official England Podcast about his anticipation for tomorrow’s game against Germany, which he believes is a chance for the squad to write their own history in. Declan Rice joined Josh Denzel on Lions’ Den connected by EE and was of course in excellent form, while it was the turn of Kalvin Phillips to face media questions. Keep up to date with all things England: ► Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/england ► Instagram:...

Jadon Sancho joined Adam Smith today on The Official England Podcast and spoke all about how he’s settled into camp and the great friendships that have come with it. It was the Stockport Iniesta’s turn to head into the Lions’ Den, where he spoke to Josh Denzel about his complete football obsession. Striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin also chatted to the media from St. George’s Park.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As the days tick down to Tuesday’s huge match against Germany, The Official England Podcast is bringing you your daily fix of all things England. Adam Smith is joined for an exclusive interview by goalkeeper Sam Johnstone, who talks about preparations for the match, meeting Ed Sheeran and his love of UNO.  Jack Grealish was Josh Denzel’s guest on Lions’ Den connected by EE, and we have the best of that chat – including the secret of his infamous hairstyle – plus German football expert Uli...

With only five days to go until the Three Lions' face off against Germany in the knockout stages, The Official England Podcast is bringing you your daily fix of all things England. Adam Smith chats exclusively to Kieran Trippier about the game coming up, why his dad is the biggest England fan and how he’s always blamed when a prank is pulled in the camp.  Not only that, but Euro footy expert Julien Laurens talks England’s prospects in the last 16 and which team he’s been most impressed by...

It’s confirmed: England will face Group F runners-up Germany in the round of 16 at UEFA EURO 2020 on Tuesday 29 June at Wembley Stadium. With the squad on a rest day, host Adam Smith was joined by assistant manager Steve Holland to review the group stage and look ahead to the knockouts. We also hear from Bukayo Saka from his appearance on Lions’ Den connected by EE, while centre-back Harry Maguire visits the diary room. Keep up to date with the latest England news:  ► Twitter:...

England are officially through to the last 16! Here on The Official England Podcast, Adam Smith brings you all the reactions from England’s 1-0 win over the Czech Republic last night, as we hear from manager Gareth Southgate, UEFA’s Star of the Match, Bukayo Saka, Jordan Henderson and Raheem Sterling. Former England striker Emile Heskey also joins us to weigh in on the Three Lions’ performance and stats guru Duncan Alexander from TheAnalyst.com has all the insights from the game. Plus we'll...

It's here: England's final group game against the Czech Republic takes place tonight and The Official England Podcast has got you covered with everything you need to know before the big match.  Adam Smith brings you all the stats that matter on the Czech team as well as speaking to ITV commentator Sam Matterface about his predictions for the game, while England player-turned-fan Adam Lallana reveals how excited he is to see where this squad can go. We hear from Gareth Southgate in the...

Adam Smith brings you up to speed with everything that's been going in England’s new temporary camp at Spurs Lodge in London ahead of Tuesday’s fixture against the Czech Republic. Centre-back Conor Coady spoke exclusively with the Official England Podcast, talking about leading from the back, nutmegs in training and the tireless job of trying to get Tyrone Mings out of his room! Reece James featured in Lions’ Den connected by EE and spoke about his first major tournament as an England...

Adam Smith brings you up to speed with everything that's been going in England’s new temporary camp at Spurs Lodge in London ahead of Tuesday’s fixture against the Czech Republic. Left-back Luke Shaw chatted exclusively with The Official England Podcast about the team’s focus and drive after Friday’s goalless draw against Scotland, while captain Harry Kane spoke to the media and centre-back Tyrone Mings was the guest on Lions’ Den connected by EE with Josh Denzel. Watch full episodes of...

Adam Smith was at Wembley Stadium as England remained unbeaten in Group D after Scotland put on a brave performance to hold England to a 0-0 draw. We’ll hear from manager Gareth Southgate and goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, as well as statistical insight into the game from Duncan Alexander. The result sees Gareth Southagte’s men stay in second position going into the final group match, against leaders Czech Republic. Watch full episodes of Lions' Den Connected by EE...