The Square Ball: Leeds United Podcast

We chat to author James Willoughby about his new book Ups and Downs, which takes us behind the scenes at some of Leeds United's most famous matches. James tells us about his hero Mark Viduka, talks Harry Kewell, and gives us an insight into supporting the club from the other side of the world. Get the book at upsdownslufc.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this second in this series released to celebrate the release of Moscow's audiobook, we look back on the return of John Charles to Leeds United. Where did the money come from, and why didn't it work out? You can get a copy signed and personalised by the author. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Full time thoughts as Leeds United defeated the Tigers 2-0 under the lights at Elland Road. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded in that sliver of daylight between the Huddersfield and Hull matches, this pod celebrates United's fine run of form heading into December. Revie's boys have rightly been granted the freedom of the city of Leeds, which begs the question: how soon should we commemorate our heroes? With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're celebrating the release of the audiobook of Moscowhite's book '100 Years of Leeds United' with a series of short podcasts featuring clips from the book. In this first episode, we look back at a match that had one of the Peacocks' biggest attendances of all time... and the disappointment that followed. You can still get a copy of the book signed and personalised by the author. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another win saw the Whites return to the top of the Championship. A 2-0 win in Kirklees thanks to goals from Gjanni Alisoki and Pablo Hernandez meant Leeds defeated the Terriers. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Five wins on the bounce and the Peacocks are flying high! With Woodgate and Boro suitably dispatched we move onto Huddersfield next, and the Cowley brothers. With levisolicitors.co.uk/thesquareball Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United thumped Boro 4-0 at Elland Road with two goals from Klich and one each from Bamford and Costa. Our full time thoughts as the Peacocks returned to the top of the table. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Enjoy episode 1 of our brand new collaboration with The Athletic, starring the leading authority on Leeds United, Phil Hay. We reflect on the late victory at Reading and Phil gives us his verdict on the season so far. Who is his one to watch in the upcoming fixture against Jonathan Woodgate's Middlesbrough side? We dive into Phil's team of the decade and find out just who's been keeping an eye on Ben White. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leeds pinched it at the death in Berkshire with a goal from Jack Harrison. Full time thoughts after United's the Madejski Stadium. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was glory for Pat Bamford at the weekend, but the Bedfordshire natives didn't agree. With Luton and their wonderful ground suitably dispatched it's straight onto Reading and Mark Bowen. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United triumphed at Kenilworth Road with a late winner and a goal from Patrick Bamford. We're delighted! Full time thoughts. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We head to Luton and Reading next, now the international break is mercifully over. How will United fare with six very winnable points on the table? Who will Angus Kinnear be supporting at Kenilworth Road? And why are we in somebody's lounge? With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're heading into the international break better off than last year, but of course the press couldn't resist a pop at the Peacocks. After a good steady win against Blackburn, Marcelo can spend some time relaxing in his sleeping quarters at Thorp Arch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Peacocks triumphed 2-1 at a cold Elland Road against Tony Mowbray's Blackburn Rovers team. Full time thoughts. With levisolicitors.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After finally getting the comfortable 2-0 we were all crying out for, we wonder: can we go one better against Blackburn? But, as ever with Leeds, there's always something, and it may well be a kick to the abdomen. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Full time thoughts as the Whites triumphed 2-0 at Elland Road against QPR to go top of the league. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With United defending their way to promotion, George Graham style, we look forward to maximum points in November. But with goals hard to come by, we wonder if something fishy is going on. With levisolicitors.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United came away from Hillsborough with a point in a 0-0 draw. Reaction at the full time whistle. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eddie Nketiah salvaged a late point for the Peacocks at Deepdale. Our full time thoughts. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leeds United turned 100 years old and marked the occasion with a victory against Birmingham - even if it felt like an expensive week. We find out what it was like behind the scenes and how you can get your hands on the coveted centenary shirt. With levisolicitors.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Whites defeated the Blues 1-0 at Elland Road in the centenary match. Here are our immediate post-match thoughts. With levisolicitors.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leeds United is 100 years old this week this biggest centenary news concerns Ellie the Elephant. With the international break nearly over, the team will be taking to Elland Road against Birmingham, but what will they be wearing? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When is a red card not a red card? When it's flashed at a Swiss Peacock, of course! We lost at Millwall, like we always lose at Millwall, but this time with an assist from James Linington. Heading into the international break we didn't expect our appeal to be successful, but what did we know? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Peacocks lost 2-1 in Bermondsey. Here's our full time reaction as the 10-man Whites faltered at Millwall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bielsa's boys beat Bilic's Baggies with Bamford brute force and a Bartley boot. Full time reaction following the 1-0 win at Elland Road. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United lost at Charlton, so we're all a bit worried going into the West Brom game. Predictions for the game are mixed, but don't worry - the children of Leeds are here to save the day! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reaction from the Whites' 1-0 defeat at the Valley at the hands of Lee Bowyer's Addicks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're the fairest football team in all the land - and the whole world! While Leeds United continue to upset everyone for no discernible reason, Derby continue to be a minor inconvenience. Just why are they so weird though? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United were hit buy a late sucker punch and drew 1-1 with Derby County at Elland Road. Here are our post-match thoughts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United defeated Barnsley and returned to the top of the league. Is this thing we're feeling... joy? Marcelo's in Morrison's while Klich's in the pink, and the nightclubs of Barnsley may be in for a treat. And who's that hiding among the Watford kids? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late goals from Eddie Nketiah and Mateusz Klich secured a 2-0 victory for Leeds United at Oakwell. Here's our immediate full time reaction as the Peacocks return to the top of the table. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kalvin has signed and will definitely stay for 5 whole years! Hooray! Players have been off on international duty - some more than others - but they're reporting back ahead of the trip to Mordor. Meanwhile, someone joyless has been at the Hammerite. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a fairly disappointing week in the world of Leeds United - at least by our own standards. After being knocked out of the Carabao Cup on penalties to Stoke and suffering a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Swansea, we only have Gjanni to make us smile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Full time reaction from Leeds United's 1-0 defeat at home to Swansea City. The return of the Griefcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leeds crushed Stoke in the league with Pablo's slide rule passing, but will the run of great form continue as we face the Swans at the weekend - along with their terrifying manager? As long as Michael keeps losing money, we'll all be happy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Full time reaction after Leeds went out of the Carabao Cup Second Round on penalties to Stoke City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Immediate reaction from the Potteries - including bonus seagulls and rats - as Leeds United defeat Stoke City 3-0 at the Bet365 Stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the return of Pontus Jansson to ER and it's another three points for the Mighty Whites, who return to the top of the Championship table. Here are our thoughts straight after the final whistle in the 1-0 victory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're joined by Phil Hay from theathletic.co.uk who tells us what we've learned so far this season and looks ahead to the return of Pontus Jansson in the Brentford game. We find out about his evening on the terraces at Salford and Phil gives us his prediction for the Stoke game. Does he think we've done the right transfer business and who deserves the plaudits from the last 7 days. Meanwhile, the podcast has a new found love for the EFL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two goals from Patrick Bamford means Leeds defeat Wigan 2-0 at the DW Stadium. It's 7 points out of 9 and Leeds United are top of the league and undefeated. Here's our immediate post-match reaction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're unbeaten in the league and it's making us cocky! It's onwards with Eddie to plucky little Salford, followed by the famous Pie Barm Pearce derby at the weekend. Oink! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To celebrate the launch of Daniel Chapman's book (better known as Moscowhite), we chat to Moscow about three themes that have run throughout the club's history: money troubles, the club's relationship with the city, and shooting ourselves in the foot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The full time whistle has gone in the first home game of the season at Elland Road and it finished Leeds United 1-1 Nottingham Forest. Here's our immediate reaction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leeds United have a 100% record in the Championship and that's the way it'll stay! Who'd bet against it? Certainly not Kiko and Pat, with their huge confidence. Onward and through the Forest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Post match reaction following United's 3-1 opening day win at Ashton Gate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the eve of the centenary season and optimism is running high on the podcast, but will it last? It's Bristol City up first, who have recently sold their best centre back - a plan that seems doomed to failure against Leeds United's nine man attack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We go to meet the YEP's new Chief Football Writer, Graham Smyth, and find out about him and his thoughts on Leeds United. We learn who he supports, his perception of the club and its fans, and whether he thinks we'll go up this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United return from Australia following some Pablo magic, to a surprise friendly! The god rod is offshore, but will it soon be swimming in lager? It's all quiet on the transfer front, but things are ok! Aren't they? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The friendlies are underway and the Peacocks are flying to Australia. Alioski was sensibly left behind, because who'd want to be sat in the chair in front of him on a 22 hour journey? Meanwhile, we discover that the kids are alright. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.