The Sports Podcast

African Football, England & World Cup Surprises | ft. Darryl Mvalo

Sports reporter Archie Corbett is joined by Jersey Wanderers striker Darryl Mvalo for the latest edition of the Bailiwick World Cup Podcast. Having previously been involved with Malawi's senior national team setup, Mvalo offers a unique perspective on the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the pair discuss the tournament's standout teams, biggest surprises and most impressive players so far. The episode also explores England's chances of success, the strength of African football on the international stage and which nations look best placed to challenge for football's biggest prize. With analysis, predictions and plenty of football debate, Mvalo helps break down an intriguing start to the World Cup as the competition begins to gather momentum.

Tartan Optimism | Martin Cassidy On Scotland's World Cup Start

Sports reporter Archie Corbett is joined by former Jersey senior men's coach Martin Cassidy for the latest edition of the Bailiwick World Cup Podcast. A lifelong football enthusiast with experience coaching at Muratti and Island Games level, Cassidy offers his thoughts on Scotland's opening victory over Haiti, their chances of progressing from the group stage and how they will approach upcoming fixtures against Morocco and Brazil. The pair also discuss the tournament's standout teams and players so far, assess which nations have impressed and which have disappointed, and look ahead to the arrival of several tournament favourites still waiting to kick off their World Cup campaigns. With insight, analysis and no shortage of Scottish optimism, Cassidy helps break down an entertaining opening week of football in North America.

World Cup 2026 Preview | England's Chances, Tournament Predictions & Dark Horses

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup fast approaching, Archie Corbett is joined by Jersey Bulls players Jamie Watling, Toby Ritzema and Jersey Wanderers' Max Corbett to preview football's biggest tournament. The panel discuss England's chances of ending nearly 60 years of hurt, the impact of the new 48-team format, tournament favourites, potential dark horses and the players set to light up the competition in North America. The lads also put their reputations on the line with predictions for the World Cup winner, Golden Boot, Player of the Tournament and a few bold calls that may come back to haunt them in the weeks ahead. This episode forms part of Bailiwick's World Cup coverage, with regular podcasts, reaction shows, analysis and special guests planned throughout the tournament.

Bailiwick World Cup Podcast | Joe Hart: 2026 FIFA World Cup Preview

Sports reporter Archie Corbett sits down with England legend Joe Hart to discuss his experiences of playing on football's biggest stage and assess how Thomas Tuchel's England side could fare at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. The former England goalkeeper reflects on the unique pressures and excitement of representing his country at a World Cup, while also sharing his thoughts on the modern game, the importance of elite goalkeepers and where he believes Jordan Pickford ranks among the world's best. A Premier League champion and one of England's most recognisable goalkeepers of the modern era, Hart provides a fascinating insight into life at the top level and what it takes to prepare for major international tournaments. This episode marks the beginning of Bailiwick's World Cup coverage, with a host of local football personalities set to join us throughout the tournament for analysis, predictions and reaction to football's biggest event.

The Cool Down | 18 | Basse Brilliance Leads Jersey’s Basketball Clean Sweep

Jersey basketball stole the headlines this weekend as the Under-21s, women and men all defeated Guernsey in a historic Inter-Insular clean sweep at Oakfield Sports Centre. Archie and Elliot discuss a landmark day for the sport, the MVP-winning Basse duo and what the results mean for basketball on the island. Plus, a full review of the opening T20 cricket fixtures, Sammy Henia-Kamau's international debut for Kenya, and another round of Fixture Forecast as Archie looks to extend his lead.