That Peter Crouch Podcast

On this week’s episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris are back with another chaotic round-up of football, forfeits, predictions and some genuinely bizarre stories from the weekend.The lads kick things off by finally revealing more about Chris’ comedy club forfeit, including the nerves before he took to the stage and the incredible reaction from an unsuspecting fan who realised exactly why Chris was there. The conversation then takes an unexpected turn as the boys discuss the strange habit of giving fake names when ordering coffee — with one particular Brazilian footballer-themed idea quickly becoming a potential global game.We also get into the weekend’s football, including Arsenal’s impressive win over Chelsea and whether they could really run away with the Premier League. The lads debate Arsenal’s mentality, their defensive strength and the impact of their new signings, before discussing the controversial incident involving Morgan Rogers and Declan Rice.Elsewhere, Jamie Vardy’s move to Burnley gets a mention, the boys react to Alex Gilbert’s brilliant Inbetweeners-inspired announcement video, and there’s plenty of love for Hull Marina — perhaps the next great summer destination?!The boys also debate whether Spurs can finally turn things around, before reading some brilliant Why The Football Not? submissions, including one fan who watched his team win promotion from a tree and another who travelled from Dublin to Liverpool on a free ticket with no money, hotel or plan.And then things take a very unexpected turn when Pete’s podiatrist arrives mid-recording to deal with his troublesome footballer’s toenails. The lads investigate Pete’s bizarre feet, discuss whether they’re a footballer thing, and somehow turn the whole situation into one of the strangest moments of the episode.Another week, another set of disasters. Enjoy!Chumbawamba- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 00:00 - The boys are back and tease Chris’ comedy club forfeit02:00 - The unbelievable “pizza box” incident on the walk to the comedy club05:24 - The lads reveal their favourite fake coffee names11:00 - Bottomless curry brunches: the new happy hour?14:38 - Rice vs Rogers gets seriously spicy16:14 - Could Arsenal romp the Premier League by 15 points?19:01 - Footballers walking home and trying to stay anonymous20:03 - Jamie Vardy’s Burnley return and a brilliant football announcement video21:34 - Hull are flying — but what is going on with that kit?22:53 - Is Hull Marina secretly the next great summer destination?24:34 - Aston Villa’s struggles and the great Brighton vs Hove debate26:21 - “Let’s give Hove some love”29:46 - Can Spurs finally turn their season around?31:33 - Why The Football Not? — watching a promotion-winning game from a tree34:15 - A free Liverpool ticket leads to a 60-hour adventure35:36 - Pete’s podiatrist arrives mid-recording37:23 - The truth behind Peter Crouch’s troublesome footballer toes39:35 - The score prediction league heats up40:25 - Could one of the lads really be forced to dress as a dog at Crufts?42:18 - The £50 Barry bet gets settled43:20 - Manchester United vs Manchester City predictions45:02 - Our latest audio disaster47:15 - The lads make their Manchester derby predictions49:19 - Liverpool vs Fulham predictions50:44 - Coventry vs Brighton predictions52:48 - The return of the themed footballer XI’s54:03 - Signing off- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast

On this week’s episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris are joined by England, Nottingham Forest and Manchester City legend Stuart Pearce — aka Psycho — for a proper trip down memory lane.Stuart opens up about his remarkable journey from playing non-league football and working as an electrician to becoming a professional footballer, England international and one of the most recognisable defenders of his generation. He tells the story of how a chance encounter with Brian Clough eventually led to his move to Nottingham Forest, and how the famous “Psycho” nickname came about.The lads also get into Stuart’s England career, including the highs and lows of Italia ’90 and Euro ’96, his infamous penalty miss against Germany, and the emotional redemption of scoring from the spot against Spain six years later. Stuart explains why the experience of missing that penalty stayed with him — and how it ultimately changed the way he approached pressure, failure and success.Away from football, there are some brilliant Stuart Pearce stories too, from his love of punk music and a particularly surreal night at a gig in Moscow, to travelling to North Korea and his obsession with seeing as much of the world as possible.And, of course, there’s plenty of classic Crouch Podcast chat along the way — including hedge diving, football stickers, Stuart’s legendary toughness and some seriously good dressing-room and Cloughy stories.A fascinating conversation with one of English football’s great characters.Chumbawamba- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0:00 – Pete, Sids & Chris are back – plus a huge guest03:30 – Sids with Carlo and Tuchel?!05:30 – Shaniqua’s Box returns with a very unusual giveaway07:43 – Stuart Pearce joins the podcast12:00 – Stuart’s wild Russia trip & Rise Against gig16:00 – North Korea, travelling the world & hedge diving20:00 – From electrician to professional footballer24:00 – Taking a pay cut to play in the top division28:00 – The Crazy Gang wanted Stuart Pearce32:00 – Brian Clough discovers “Psycho”36:00 – Pearce’s tackling, referees & Nobby Solano40:00 – Stuart Pearce’s England debut & representing his country44:00 – Italia 90, Euro 96 & England’s feel-good factor48:00 – The penalty miss that haunted Stuart Pearce52:00 – Redemption against Spain & fighting for England56:00 – Life after playing & the lessons of failure1:02:00 – Pearce’s penalty research & changing England’s shootouts1:08:00 – The transfer that could have changed everything1:14:00 – David James up front?! Stuart’s outrageous Man City story1:18:45 – Stuart Pearce leaves the podcast1:20:02 – Paddy Power Predictions1:26:00 – Arsenal v Chelsea1:32:00 – More predictions & the league standings1:38:23 – Final thoughts on Stuart Pearce1:39:20 – Zante goalkeeper, Crufts & the next podcast forfeit?1:42:30 – Closing remarks- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast

On this week’s episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris are back talking all things GW1 as the Premier League gets properly underway. Pete kicks things off by summarising his attendance at the Spurs v Brentford game, before the lads get sidetracked by the now-infamous Zante goalkeeper — who has apparently heard about the podcast and has sent a rather aggressive message Pete’s way! Naturally, the boys decide there’s only one thing to do… head to Zante and take him on themselves.The lads then get into the opening weekend of the Premier League, including the strange situation around Ollie Watkins at Aston Villa, with Sids sharing his own experience of knowing he was leaving Reading for Chelsea but continuing to play and train as normal. The conversation turns to whether players should ever take themselves out of the firing line when a transfer is on the cards, and how much physicality, hunger and desire now matter in the Premier League.Chris then tackles his own disastrous comedy attempts ahead of his forfeit, some questionable listener jokes, and the increasingly surreal experience of being recognised in public — including a very awkward airport encounter.Elsewhere, the lads debate who has the strangest pre-match traditions, discuss Peter’s latest Paddy Power advert, and wonder which piece of football memorabilia could possibly beat Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball.Chumbawamba- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 00:00 - Sids joins remotely03:20 - The lads debate the ultimate holiday beach: sand or stone06:01 - The infamous Zante goalkeeper is back — and she’s heard the podcast08:05 - The Zante goalkeeper sends Crouch an aggressive message09:29 - The lads make a plan to take on the Zante goalkeeper11:02 - Premier League opening weekend and the Hull City fans “mauling” debate14:17 - Fans are asking referees for their yellow cards16:01 - Wolves, the Liquidator and the debate over swearing at football21:15 - The Ollie Watkins situation at Aston Villa gets serious22:20 - Crouch reveals what he did when Liverpool wanted him at Southampton24:18 - Should a player take themselves out of the firing line before a transfer?25:09 - Sids reveals how he handled his move to Chelsea28:40 - Was Crouchy “f***ing dog shit” on opening days?30:17 - Reading’s incredible comeback after going 2-0 down on their Premier League debut32:06 - Crouchy remembers getting destroyed by Chelsea on the opening day35:09 - Newcastle and Liverpool pay tribute to a football legend36:14 - Chris prepares for his stand-up comedy debut38:14 - The lads attempt some truly questionable comedy41:01 - “Regards to your families” and the weirdness of being recognised42:40 - The most awkward fan encounter at the airport45:03 - Why the listeners’ Instagram comments actually mean a lot47:13 - Who decides which football gets used in a friendly?49:58 - Maradona’s Hand of God ball sells for £2.5m52:13 - Is there any piece of football memorabilia more valuable?53:38 - Crouchy stars in the new Paddy Power advert57:04 - Starky’s “candle of hope” England tradition59:16 - Football League predictions and the lads’ early-season scores1:00:00 - Aston Villa v Arsenal predictions1:00:47 - Chris considers outsourcing his predictions to the Zante goalkeeper1:02:23 - The Crouch Pod Bet Builder1:05:01 - Spurs v Newcastle predictions and Tottenham’s worrying start1:06:09 - Can Spurs actually turn things around?1:07:21 - Final predictions, fishing plans and one last bit of chaos- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris express their absolute dismay towards the Community Shield’s double booking, and ask whether Manchester City’s 3-0 defeat to Arsenal is anything to worry about for Pep’s replacement Enzo Maresca.The Gunners’ strong start has the lads wondering if they could run away with a consecutive Premier League title, and we also get into the Championship - with Millwall backed to make a serious push for the playoffs and plenty of love for the players expected to light up the season.Sids signs off from the Maldives before the lads are joined by singer-songwriter Ben Cipolla, whose football-inspired songs have taken social media by storm. Ben explains how a joke about Brighton’s Deniz Undav turned into a growing catalogue of football songs, before revealing how his Djed Spence song exploded after an appearance on 606. He also talks about becoming a full-time musician, his ambitions to take the football songs even further, and Chris reveals his dream of Ben reaching the Christmas Number One spot.And if that wasn’t enough, Ben brings along some homemade dips from his mate Paddy (in classic random pod fashion), performs his brilliant football songs live in the studio, and then unveils an EXCLUSIVE new song written especially for the podcast – ‘Back Stronger’.Chumbawamba- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 00:00 - Sids joins from the Maldives after a day of coaching02:22 - The lads discuss the recent eclipse and whether they looked at the sun04:50 - The conversation moves towards the weekend’s football07:17 - Manchester City’s Community Shield defeat and whether Maresca should worry09:57 - The lads discuss the Community Shield and its importance12:15 - Have we completely neglected the Community Shield?14:44 - Jack Grealish gets a big positive mention after returning to action17:11 - Could Arsenal run away with the Premier League title?19:58 - Championship talk begins and the lads assess the early season20:18 - Watford impresses massively and gets the lads talking21:50 - Millwall backed for a Championship playoff push22:31 - The Jack Rudoni name mix-up is addressed25:29 - The lads get family involved in the Arsenal vs Coventry prediction26:33 - More predictions: Brentford vs Spurs and Newcastle vs Liverpool27:54 - Ben Cipolla joins the podcast29:10 - How Ben’s football songs started with Deniz Undav30:20 - From TikTok chants to full football songs30:37 - That Djed Spence song31:50 - Ben explains the 606 appearance that changed everything32:56 - How going viral changed Ben’s life33:30 - Ben’s career as a full-time singer-songwriter34:11 - Could football songs take Ben all the way to the charts?35:49 - Is Djed Spence actually aware of the song?36:23 - Ben arrives with homemade dips from his mate Paddy37:29 - The lads put Paddy’s dips to the ultimate test39:16 - Ben performs the viral Djed Spence song LIVE40:45 - Ben performs a Dan Burn inspired song42:18 - “Nothing But An Arm Break” gets it’s live debut43:38 - Ben reveals he has written a song about Crouchy and the pod44:10 - The EXCLUSIVE first play of “Back Stronger”46:18 - The lads react to one of the best songs they’ve heard48:01 - The lads discuss Ben’s future and a potential Crouch Fest rumour…48:24 - The episode wraps up- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Check out Ben’s stuff! https://linktr.ee/BenCipolla For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast

On this week’s episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris are back in person and getting stuck into one of the best parts of pre-season… making wildly confident predictions that will definitely come back to haunt them by May.The lads run through their 26/27 season predictions, including who they think will lift the Premier League trophy, who makes the top four, who takes the Golden Boot, Golden Glove, which big-money signing could flop, and which players are set for a breakout season. There are some big calls too, with Arsenal backed by some of the lads, Manchester United tipped as genuine title challengers, and Liverpool surprisingly left out of one predicted top four.We also get into the summer transfer madness, including Morgan Rogers’ huge £117m move to Chelsea, Elliot Anderson’s £116m switch, West Ham’s retention of Jarrod Bowen and Spurs bringing in Sandro Tonali. The lads debate whether £100m has effectively become the new normal in football, and why the modern game seems to be producing fewer kids who actually want to grow up and be strikers.Elsewhere, we discuss West Ham’s decision to permanently ban half-and-half scarves, discover a bizarre half-and-half calf tattoo, and hear about the legendary Zante goalkeeper who lets holidaymakers take penalties against him for a euro.Oh, and there’s a Peter Crouch tune. Obviously.Chumbawamba- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 00:00 - The lads are back in pre-season mode02:30 - The new microphones04:05 - Harry Sidwell scores for Eastleigh05:03 - The new Community Shield ball is revealed06:42 - Pete relives scoring the Community Shield winner for Liverpool08:19 - Sid's Portugal football camp with Rio Ferdinand and Jordan Henderson09:26 - An eight-year-old asks Henderson how to improve Chelsea11:53 - Chris prepares for his terrifying five-minute stand-up comedy debut13:59 - West Ham officially BAN half-and-half scarves15:41 - The lads debate whether half-and-half scarves deserve to exist16:50 - The bizarre half-and-half calf tattoo is discovered18:25 - The legendary Zante goalkeeper20:17 - Morgan Rogers' huge £117m move to Chelsea22:11 - Why Chelsea's experienced players could transform the dressing room24:11 - Elliot Anderson's £116m move and the madness of modern transfer fees25:58 - Is £100m now the new normal in football?27:03 - Why nobody at Sids’ football camp wanted to be a striker30:21 - The lads finally begin their 26/27 season predictions30:56 - Arsenal emerge as an early favourite to win the Premier League32:16 - Man United genuine title challengers?33:32 - The predicted Premier League top four is revealed34:17 - Why Liverpool aren't expected to win the title35:35 - A shock top-four prediction leaves Liverpool out35:59 - Haaland gets the Golden Boot prediction36:42 - Which big-money signing could flop?37:19 - The breakout star predictions38:02 - Rashford and Rudoni39:14 - Max Dowman breakthrough40:02 - A ridiculous 10-goal thriller is predicted40:53 - New football rules and a potential VAR backlash42:36 - Bournemouth fall from grace?43:47 - Southampton vs West Ham: who wins the Championship?45:12 - Why Jarrod Bowen staying at West Ham is so significant46:23 - The “fat backs” segment gets underway48:14 - A fantasy forfeit: bodybuilding challenge?49:10 - The Morgan Rogers song50:13 - The lads react to musical tributes- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids return for a pre-season catch-up as they look ahead to another year of football, guests, and complete podcast chaos. Fresh from a summer break, the lads swap stories from their latest adventures, including Pete's new obsession with barbecuing, why outdoor kitchens are harder to use than they look, and the ambitious plans for a 24-hour charity livestream that could become one of the biggest things TPCP has ever attempted.With the new football season just around the corner, the boys turn the episode over to you, reading through hundreds of listener suggestions for how the podcast could evolve. From crossover episodes and live tours to new weekly games, Sunday League commentary, bowling competitions and even a wives takeover, no idea is too ridiculous to escape discussion. Along the way they somehow find themselves defending the reputation of every bloke called Carl, pitching LeBron James as a regular feature, and putting Barack Obama on the ever-growing guest wishlist.The lads also reflect on just how far the podcast has come over the past decade, from recording in pubs to interviewing Oscar winners, future kings and football's biggest names, while looking ahead to another season packed with huge guests, Premier League chat, and plenty of the nonsense you've come to expect. As always, let us know your favourite ideas in the comments below and tell us which new feature you'd love to hear on TPCP this season.Chumbawamba00:00 - Intro & Sids checks in remotely01:18 - Tapas tales from Spain04:23 - Pete's Michelin BBQ masterclass07:28 - The 24-hour BBQ livestream idea10:34 - Your ideas for the new season14:03 - Should Friday predictions return?16:59 - Would a wives takeover work?19:34 - Pete's new gardening obsession22:49 - Sunday League commentary idea24:23 - Footballers ten-pin bowling?28:29 - The campaign to redeem Karls31:24 - Live tour plans for the podcast33:49 - New listener games for TPCP35:06 - LeBron's mystery stadium game36:35 - Dream guests for the new season38:14 - Looking back on 10 years of TPCP39:51 - Who could be next on the pod?40:13 - Barack Obama gets a mention40:32 - Premier League season previewFor more Peter Crouch:Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouchTherapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouchFor more Chris StarkTwitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve SidwellTwitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwellInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14#PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris are finally reconnect after an incredible summer, catching up on everything from Pete's Club World Cup adventure in America to the excitement of another Premier League season just around the corner.Pete reflects on receiving his long-awaited England cap from Harry Kane, what it was like travelling across the United States, meeting LeBron James, and reveals his plans to take his family to watch Liverpool face Wrexham at the Yankee’s Stadium before heading home.With pre-season now underway across football, the lads dive into what really happens when players report back for day one. From dreaded body fat tests and bleep tests to Tony Pulis' infamous training camps, army boot camps, endless bike rides and the stories every footballer has from surviving the toughest week of the year, they reveal why pre-season is both feared and respected inside the game.Chris also finds out that his long-awaited Paddy Power comedy forfeit is finally happening, while the boys discuss future podcast challenges, listener ideas for the new season, and somehow end up debating whether your back can actually be fit.As always, expect plenty of football stories, ridiculous tangents and laughs as the countdown to the new season officially begins.Chumbawamba- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 00:00 - Chris returns as the boys reunite after the summer02:10 - Looking back on the Club World Cup adventure03:31 - Pete's surreal experience working around England04:34 - Receiving his England cap from Harry Kane06:03 - The emotions of it all08:04 - The awkward reunion with an old childhood friend10:31 - Crouchy gets evicted from the yoga room mid-podcast12:08 - Recording from America and life on the road14:03 - Liverpool vs Wrexham at Yankee Stadium15:31 - Meeting LeBron James in Los Angeles?16:50 - New season housekeeping begins17:12 - Chris Stark's comedy forfeit is finally happening19:00 - Blossoms invite the podcast back on stage20:44 - Could Sids replace De Bruyne’s famous passes?22:42 - The art of the perfect daisy-cutter23:52 - First day of pre-season nerves25:08 - Putting Chris through a real football fitness test26:14 - Fat tests, body fat and "back fitness"28:09 - Would Chris survive Championship pre-season?30:06 - Tony Pulis' brutal training camps explained32:10 - Why pre-season leaves players completely broken34:16 - The hardest training camps of Pete's career35:52 - The player who cheated pre-season... with a taxi38:08 - Bleep tests and why footballers never go full effort40:05 - The endless medical tests before every season41:05 - Big plans and listener ideas for the new season42:45 - Rating listeners' backs and wrapping up- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast

On this episode Pete, Sids and Tom bring the curtain down on an unforgettable six-week journey across the 2026 FIFA World Cup, recording their final tournament episode from a New York City pub after witnessing Spain crowned world champions.The trio react to Spain's 1-0 World Cup Final victory over Argentina, discussing why Spain were deserved winners after conceding just one goal throughout the entire tournament. They break down Argentina's defensive approach, the controversial scenes that overshadowed the final, Lionel Messi's quiet performance, and debate whether England missed a huge opportunity after their dramatic semi-final exit.Looking back on an incredible summer across the USA, Mexico and Canada, they revisit the biggest moments of the tournament—from exclusive behind-the-scenes access inside the England camp and Peter Crouch receiving his England Legacy Cap from Harry Kane, to visiting the iconic Estadio Azteca, meeting LeBron James, travelling across North America, and recording the podcast from unforgettable locations.The episode also reflects on England's World Cup campaign, Jude Bellingham's emergence as one of the world's elite footballers, the standout players of the tournament, favourite matches, funniest stories from the road, and why this has been one of the most memorable experiences the team has ever shared.To finish, the Paddy Power Predictions League reaches its dramatic conclusion as the final standings are revealed, crowning this year's champion and confirming who must face the dreaded forfeit.A fitting end to an incredible World Cup adventure filled with football, friendship, unforgettable memories and plenty of laughs.00:00 – Live from a New York pub after the World Cup Final02:06 – Spain crowned World Cup champions08:01 – Reflecting on six unforgettable weeks09:34 – Why Spain deserved the title11:46 – Did England miss their chance?21:03 – Tom Fordyce joins from Canada26:22 – Favourite World Cup memories32:35 – Players of the tournament36:07 – Paddy Power Predictions League finale42:37 – Signing off from an unforgettable World CupFor more Peter Crouch:Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouchTherapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouchFor more Steve Sidwell:Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell14Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14For more Tom Fordyce:Twitter - https://twitter.com/tomfordyce#PeterCrouch #WorldCup2026 #Football #England #Spain #Argentina #LionelMessi #JudeBellingham #HarryKane #LeBronJames #NewYork #Podcast

On this episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete and Sids record from New York following England's heartbreaking World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, reflecting on an emotional night that saw Thomas Tuchel's side come agonisingly close to reaching a World Cup final. The lads discuss the incredible atmosphere surrounding the tournament, the unique experience of covering football across America, and why this World Cup has delivered some of the most memorable stadiums and fan experiences they've ever witnessed.The boys break down exactly where England's semi-final slipped away, debating whether sitting too deep ultimately cost them, the tactical decisions made in the closing stages, and whether the substitutions should have been more attacking. They discuss Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham's performances, Declan Rice's importance to the side, the emergence of Jed Spence and Dan Burn, and whether this England squad should ultimately be remembered as a success despite the painful exit.Former England defender Gary Neville then joins the pod for an honest and emotional reaction to England's defeat. Gary explains what it feels like to be knocked out of a major tournament, why players carry those moments for the rest of their lives, and analyses Thomas Tuchel's biggest decisions. He also discusses England's defensive approach, whether the criticism of Tuchel is justified, the positives to take from the tournament, and why this World Cup has been one of the best football spectacles in recent memory.There's also another ridiculous challenge as the boys swap footballs for darts with Morgan Rogers. Meanwhile Chris Stark dials in a special interview with the Blossoms as they discuss their new music and thoughts on the world cup so far.Wrapping up with the latest Paddy Power Predictions League ahead of the World Cup Final, Tom's predictions from afar, and plenty of classic TPCP chaos—including power cuts, questionable New York backdrops and the usual nonsense.As always, leave your predictions in the comments below and let us know who you think will lift the World Cup.00:00 - New York catch-up & World Cup reflections03:07 - The best stadiums of the tournament05:04 - England's semi-final heartbreak07:39 - Gary Neville joins the pod09:24 - Where England lost the game13:53 - Tuchel's substitutions analysed20:00 - The positives from England's tournament22:51 - Life after football & Gary Neville37:12 - Darts challenge with Morgan Rogers41:09 - Chris Stark & Blossoms!01:06:52 - World Cup Final Paddy Power predictions01:10:13 - Final thoughts from New York01:11:13 - EndFor more Peter Crouch:Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouchTherapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouchFor more Tom Fordyce:Twitter - https://twitter.com/tomfordyceFor more Steve Sidwell:Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell14Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14#PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast