On this week’s Christmas special of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris fully embrace the festive spirit — with a twist only football could provide. Forget the traditional nativity, because the lads bring you a football-themed retelling of the Christmas story, featuring familiar faces like Mary Earps, Angel Di Maria, Dean Windass, Peter Schmeichel, and a baby Gabriel Jesus born not in Bethlehem… but firmly in football folklore.

With festive jumpers on, beers flowing, and absolutely no attempt to take things seriously, Crouchy leads the lads through a chaotic, laugh-out-loud Christmas tale that somehow manages to celebrate football heritage and the true meaning of Christmas all at once. There’s donkey impressions, questionable accents, proud dad moments, and just enough sentimentality to remind everyone what the season is all about.

To round things off, the Darts of Destiny makes its Christmas return, with league points, pressure throws, and big regrets on the line — all in support of a brilliant cause.

Merry Christmas from all of us at That Peter Crouch Podcast 🎄⚽

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00:00 - Festive jumpers, beers & Christmas vibes

01:29 - Christmas Eve traditions & pub confessions

02:50 - “The true meaning of Christmas” football-style

03:32 - Introducing the football Nativity story

03:45 - The Nativity begins: Mary Earps & Joseph Cole

04:15 - Angel Di Maria delivers the big news

05:03 - King Ledley’s decree & the journey begins

05:42 - Dean Windass enters as the donkey

06:33 - No room at the inn… Manuel Neuer says no

07:10 - Peter Schmeichel offers the stable

07:56 - Gabriel Jesus is born in the Nicky Banger

08:35 - Shepherds receive the heavenly announcement

09:17 - The Three Kings arrive with gifts

09:47 - “What Christmas is all about”

10:26 - Proud dad energy & jumper appreciation

12:44 - Darts of Destiny returns

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris are joined by a former teammate - with spells at Arsenal, Liverpool, Stoke and Portsmouth (as well as being a long-time friend of the pod!) winger Jermaine Pennant for one of the most honest and equally hilarious conversations the pod has ever had.

Jermaine opens up about being labelled “wasted talent”, growing up with zero structure, and how a late ADHD diagnosis finally helped him understand the chaos, impulsive decisions and moments that defined his career. From becoming a £2m teenager at Arsenal to playing in a Champions League final with Liverpool, Pennant reflects on the highs, the lows, and the managers who either got the best out of him — or completely missed the mark.

The lads also dig into dressing-room dynamics, the importance of man-management, why Steve Bruce got it right, why Rafa Benítez didn’t, and how football ultimately became Jermaine’s escape from childhood trauma. There are laugh-out-loud stories (including one unforgettable pair of Liverpool boots), emotional moments, and a powerful reminder that success isn’t always as simple as trophies and appearances.

Plus, we’ve got darts chaos, Christmas plans, league twists and classic Crouchy tangents.

As always — get involved in the comments. 🎯⚽

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00:00 – Welcome back & Sids’ birthday chaos

02:45 – Four-day celebrations and golf madness

05:12 – Christmas elves, parenting panic & festive pressure

08:01 – Lingerie shopping: why men shouldn’t attempt it

11:04 – Premier League predictions fallout

13:18 – Sunderland sh*thousery & relegation worries

15:42 – Christmas football, darts & festive fancy dress fears

18:28 – Darts of Destiny explained

20:41 – Jermaine Pennant joins the podcast

22:06 – Life after football & media work

24:38 – Pennant opens up on ADHD diagnosis

27:12 – Understanding past mistakes through ADHD

29:44 – Football as an escape from childhood trauma

32:18 – Signing for Arsenal at 15 with zero structure

35:01 – Unreal talent in the Arsenal youth setup

38:22 – Why Pennant thrived when he was playing

41:04 – Steve Bruce vs Rafa Benítez: man-management clash

44:06 – Liverpool dressing room stories & boot chaos

47:12 – Champions League final regrets

50:01 – Turning down Everton to chase Liverpool dream

53:18 – Birmingham relegation & waiting for the big move

56:02 – Why first spells at clubs were always the best

59:14 – What managers misunderstood about Pennant

1:03:22 – Redefining success, legacy & self-acceptance

1:07:48 – Jermaine Pennant wraps up & farewells

1:09:30 – Darts of Destiny challenge begins

1:11:52 – Chris’ pressure & final darts reactions

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On this week’s episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris dive head-first into the biggest football flashpoint of the weekend — Mohamed Salah’s explosive post-match comments.

The lads break down exactly what he said, what he meant, and why this moment could signal a major turning point in his relationship with Liverpool. From dressing-room dynamics to how senior players should handle being benched.

The boys also react to the World Cup 2026 group draw, sharing their early predictions, fears, and inevitable chaos ahead of the tournament.

There’s also an emotional fan-gift reveal, nostalgic tales of Jose Enrique’s shoes, surprise cameos from a dubiously named road, and a proper Premier League roundup including Arsenal-Villa madness, Chelsea-Everton history, Palace-City patterns, and more.

What do you make of Salah’s interview? And how are we feeling about England’s route to 2026?

Also, please let us know what YOU’D like us to do for the World Cup down in the comments, or via our socials below!

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00:00 – Cold open & subscribe push

03:00 – Jingle Bell Ball stories & backstage chaos

06:00 – Fan gifts, Jose Enrique’s shoes talk returns

08:20 – First deep dive into Salah’s controversial interview

10:40 – Salah press-officer moment & grainy clip discussion

13:15 – Arsenal/Villa reaction + Crouchy in the crowd chaos

15:50 – Lando Norris shoutout & superstition around the pod

17:40 – Predictions scoreboard argument + maths accusations

19:30 – Chelsea vs Everton preview & stat shock of 1994 drought

22:45 – “Five” / CrouchFest music segment

25:00 – Palace vs Man City history & Townsend volley memories

27:10 – Haier sponsorship

29:40 – World Cup draw production chaos & Donald Trump’s cameo

32:00 – Kickoff times controversy & USA trip ideas (road trip?)

35:00 – Tailgating, BBQ on tour & “rubbing your meat across America”

40:00 – England’s group, early confidence, and knockout path chat

45:00 – Which nations could surprise? Outsider picks debated

50:30 – Heat in North America & players suffering—historic Ireland stories return

55:00 – Substitutes in the dressing room due to heat?!

58:00 – Emotional listener email (Hayley) + Crouchy sorts darts tickets (feel-good ending)

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