Football's Greatest: Could It Be Magic?

• FA Cup Finals 2025 Preview | Crystal Palace v Man City and Man Utd v Chelsea

  We're going to Wembley! Joe Cole and Ashley Cole take Could It Be Magic to the home of English football to discuss this season's Emirates Men's and  Adobe Women's FA Cup Finals. Two-time winner Izzy Christiansen joins the lads, along with Eagles fan Dan Cook from HLTCO and Manchester City supporter and The Club presenter Buvey, to drill down into where the men's match will be won and lost: can City's defence handle Palace's front three or will there be a fairytale ending for Kevin de Bruyne? Izzy also breaks down the women's final between Manchester United and Chelsea, reveals the methods that make Sonia Bompastor so successful and sets out why United will feel they can retain the trophy. Plus Joe, Ashley and Izzy recall some of their favourite moments from their FA Cup Finals both on and off the pitch: which Chelsea boss showed off some spectacular dance moves and why do you have to be extra careful of the floors when you win at Wembley? Brought to you by Carling, the official beer of the Emirates Men's FA Cup and Adobe Women’s FA Cup. 18+ | Please drink responsibly. Be match ready with Carling, the beer of football #PleaseDrinkResponsibly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Emile Heskey: 5-1 in Munich, Michael Owen’s Final & FA Cup Semi-Finals

  Premier League legend and former England striker Emile Heskey joins Joe and Ash in the studio to talk all things FA Cup, Liverpool, England — and more. He talks about Aston Villa’s FA Cup hopes, the impact of Unai Emery, and reflects on his own Cup memories — from Leicester’s late-90s success under Martin O’Neill to battles with some legendary centre backs, including Sol Campbell. Heskey, who broke through with hometown club Leicester before becoming a key part of Liverpool’s iconic 2001 treble-winning side, opens up about his move to Anfield, dealing with a record transfer fee, and forming a lethal partnership with Michael Owen — one that would also shine on the international stage. The trio also look back at one of England’s greatest nights: the 5-1 demolition of Germany in Munich. Emile shares how special that night was, how it changed his career, and Ashley explains why playing with Heskey made life easier. All this and more in the latest episode of Football’s Greatest: Could It Be Magic? Brought to you by Carling, the official beer of the Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Women’s FA Cup. 18+ | Please drink responsibly. Be match ready with Carling, the beer of football #PleaseDrinkResponsibly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Shaun Wright-Phillips: Stopping Ronaldo, Mystic Mourinho and a brawl with Gattuso.

  Joe and Ash are back in the studio with a former teammate who lit up the Premier League with his explosive, direct style. Former Chelsea, Manchester City, and QPR winger Shaun Wright-Phillips joins the lads for the latest episode of Football’s Greatest: Could It Be Magic? Shaun reveals how Mourinho’s tactical genius played out in real time with his plan to stop Ronaldo in the 2007 FA Cup final, Shaun’s first-ever cup final appearance. He opens up about the early influences that shaped his unique playing style - the very style that caught José Mourinho’s eye and led to his move to Chelsea. He also reflects on his journey to becoming a pro, overcoming rejection, and what it was like growing up with Arsenal icon Ian Wright as a father. Meanwhile, Joe shares an unforgettable story about how Shaun’s arrival at Chelsea, adding even more competition in attack, led to a clash with AC Milan enforcer Gennaro Gattuso. Beyond Shaun’s career, the guys dive into this year’s FA Cup quarter-finals and discuss why the competition is wide open for teams looking to make history. All this and more in the latest episode of Football’s Greatest: Could It Be Magic? Brought to you by Carling, the official beer of the Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Women’s FA Cup. 18+ - Please drink responsibly. Be match ready with Carling, the beer of football #PleaseDrinkResponsibly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Drogba’s big studs, Micah’s grunt, and having Gareth Southgate as your Godfather | Could It Be Magic Ep4

  Joe Cole and Ashley Cole and former England defender Joleon Lescott discuss team-mates and opponents from their careers: what was the weird noise Micah Richards used to make when he was running? Who was the biggest target for heavy tackles at Manchester City? And why were Didier Drogba's studs a problem? They look ahead to the FA Cup 5th round with Preston goalkeeper Freddie Woodman, who also reveals what it was like having Gareth Southgate as his godfather. Joleon gives his thoughts on some of the best English youngsters he’s worked with, including Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, Burnley keeper James Trafford and Ipswich forward Liam Delap, and the guys debate if Plymouth can produce another shock against Man City after their win over Liverpool last time. Football’s Greatest: Could It Be Magic? is brought to you by Carling, the official beer of the Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Women’s FA Cup. 18+ - please drink responsibly. Be match ready with Carling, the beer of football #PleaseDrinkResponsibly You can also watch Joe and Ashley go head-to-head in the ultimate Carling football showdown as their football skills are put to the test:• COLE vs COLE! Joe Cole & Ashley Cole ... Email: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Follow Football's Greatest and join in the debate: YouTube: ⁠ / @footballsgreatestpod Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/footballsgreatestpod⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠www.twitter.com/ftblsgreatest⁠ TikTok: ⁠www.tiktok.com/@footballsgreatestpod⁠ Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/footballsgreatestpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• “Man Utd is what happens when you have dysfunction” | Could It Be Magic Ep3

  Joe Cole and Ashley Cole are back to preview the FA Cup 4th round in Football's Greatest: Could It Be Magic? Nottingham Forest and England legend Stuart Pearce is their guest and they discuss his former club’s brilliant season so far. Also on the show: Which players at a top club aren’t running enough? Should Trent Alexander-Arnold stay at Liverpool or go to Real Madrid? Why are Manchester City easier to play against this season? Plymouth Argyle captain Joe Edwards joins them to talk about their 3rd round win against Brentford and facing Liverpool next, and Tamworth captain Jas Singh is back to discuss their 3rd round tie against Tottenham. Also, Ashley reveals how involved Tom Brady really is at Birmingham and Stuart recalls the time his West Ham team-mates made him lose his head. Football’s Greatest: Could It Be Magic? is brought to you by Carling, the official beer of the Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Women’s FA Cup.18+ - please drink responsibly. You can watch Joe and Ashley go head-to-head in the ultimate Carling football showdown as their football skills are put to the test:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLss99gujIc&t=0s Email: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Follow Football's Greatest and join in the debate: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@footballsgreatestpod Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/footballsgreatestpod⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠www.twitter.com/ftblsgreatest⁠ TikTok: ⁠www.tiktok.com/@footballsgreatestpod⁠ Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/footballsgreatestpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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