Kicking Back
Lewis Costello and Millie Chandarana
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About This Podcast
We showcase football worldwide.
Every week, we bring you fresh episodes exploring the game from every angle:
⚽ Exclusive on-location visits to some of the biggest clubs in world football
🏟️ Spotlights on brilliant, lesser-known clubs at the heart of their communities
🎙️ In-studio chats full of laughs, stories, and insight into football culture
Kicking Back is all about discovering the people, places, and stories that make football the greatest game in the world.
🔔 Subscribe now and join us for new episodes every week! 🔔
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The World Cup Is About To Change Football Forever
This week, we head to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey - the venue that will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final in just a matter of weeks. Standing outside one of the biggest stadiums in America, we…
We Found America's Craziest Football Bar
This week, Kicking Back goes international as we head to New Jersey and discover what might just be the BEST football bar we've ever seen - Varitage Brew Works!Surrounded by supporters gearing up for…
Why Football Hasnt Felt The Same Since 2010
This week, we catch full-blown World Cup fever as we debate whether 2010 was the greatest World Cup EVER - reliving the madness of South Africa, iconic goals, unforgettable moments, legendary kits,…
Chelsea Sacked Him... He STILL Gets 20M 😂
This week, we dive into the madness at Chelsea FC as another manager walks away very well paid - asking how clubs keep getting it so wrong and why sackings seem to come with a smile these days. We…
Inside Burnley FC: A Players Perspective
Come with us as we step inside Burnley FC - a club built on community, identity, and a genuine one club mentality. From Turf Moor’s unique matchday experience to behind-the-scenes access through a…
Is Mo Salah the Greatest African Player in Premier League History?
This week, we ask the big one: is Mohamed Salah actually the greatest African player in Premier League history? We debate Salah vs Yaya Touré (with Didier Drogba firmly in the mix), talk legacy,…
KSI Owns a Football Club… Is This Bad for Football?
This week, we dive into KSI buying into non-league side Dagenham & Redbridge, debate whether celebrity ownership is good for football, and ask where it all ends - followed by a bit of football…
Inside Chelsea FC: The Billion Pound Experiment
It's our first visit to a Premier League club: Chelsea FC!Come with us as we step inside Stamford Bridge, exploring the hidden corners, untold stories and behind-the-scenes spaces that make the club…
Inside Bury FC: The Club That Couldn't Be Killed
In 2019, Bury FC were expelled from the Football League... But that wasn’t the end of the story. Come with us as we go inside one of English football’s most dramatic collapses and extraordinary…
Are Man City FAVOURITES To Win The Premier League?
This week, we look at the race for the Premier League title, whether Arsenal have lost their composure, and why Man City might just be the new favourites! If you've enjoyed the show, please leave a…
Inside Accrington Stanley: Who Are They NOW?
Come with us inside Accrington Stanley - a founding member of the Football League, built on graft, community, and proper northern resilience. From the brickworks that shaped the town to the pitch at…
Ronaldo On STRIKE In Saudi Arabia - Is He Right Or Wrong?
This week, we look at Cristiano's decision not to play for Al-Nassr, as his strike continues. Are players truly becoming bigger than the clubs they play for? If you've enjoyed the show, please leave…
The Best Football Clubs To Visit In The WORLD?
This week, we look at which football clubs we'd like to visit in 2026 - and we'd love your help! They can be big or small, as long as they have a story. We've been to Benfica, Dortmund and Celtic,…
Why AFCON 2026 Will Be A Movie One Day!
What a chaotic tournament! This week, we go over the drama, scandals and success of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations, before trying to name our all-time animated movie five-a-sides - do you agree with…
Furlough, Sea Monkeys & Michael Carrick: WFH 'Descending Into Madness' Special
This might be the most random episode of the show ever. 😂If you've enjoyed the show, please leave a review, and SUBSCRIBE for new episodes every week!KICKING BACK is the show where football meets…
Kicking Back: WFH Edition!
In this special WFH of Kicking Back, we go over the year that was, and explore what 2026 might hold for the podcast. Undeniably exciting times!If you've enjoyed the show, please leave a review, and…
Santas Big Quiz Goes Horribly Wrong: The Kicking Back Christmas Special!
Merry Christmas!If you've enjoyed the show, please leave a review, and SUBSCRIBE for new episodes every week!KICKING BACK is the show where football meets nonsense - from comedian/Blackburn Rovers…
Inside FC Schalke 04: The Rise, Fall & Fight of a German Giant
Come with us inside FC Schalke 04 - a club forged by industry, loyalty, and an unbreakable bond with its people. From the depths of the Ruhr to the roar of the Veltins-Arena, we go behind the scenes…
Why Footballers Eat THIS Before Kick-Off (It’s Not What You Think!)
We’re back from FC United! ⚽️ In this episode of Kicking Back, we unpack a proper grassroots football day out - from the atmosphere and fans to what makes non-league football feel so raw, honest, and…
Inside FC United: The Supporter-Owned Club That Changed English Football
Come with us and explore FC United of Manchester - a club built on community, conviction, and a fierce love for the game at its purest. From the terraces built and filled by supporters to a…
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Kicking Back has published 70 episodes since August 2022, covering topics in Comedy, Places & Travel.
Kicking Back is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 18m.
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