This week's episode sees Ben Turner react to a record-breaking Checkatrade Trophy Final at Wembley.

85,000 people (the highest crowd the competition has ever had) watched on at the national stadium to see Portsmouth beat Sunderland 5-4 on penalties after an exhilarating match which ended 2-2.

This episode includes interviewees with goal scorer Jamal Lowe, the man who made the crucial penalty save in Craig MacGillivray and EFL Chief Executive Shaun Harvey.

Also on the show there is an interview with former Notts County, Birmingham City, Derby County and Sheffield Wednesday defender Michael Johnson, who has guided Guyana to the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup for the first time in their history.

This week's hour long special episode sees Ben Turner focus on the Checkatrade Trophy Final between Portsmouth and Sunderland. 

We've got interviews with managers Kenny Jackett and Jack Ross (who even has his own chilli and Irn Bru flavoured sausage ahead of the Final...)

Portsmouth's Jamal Lowe speaks about growing up close to Wembley and fulfilling his dream of playing at the national stadium.

Lee Cattermole opens up about Sunday being a chance for Sunderland to repay the fans.

Last year's winning manager Danny Cowley discusses the importance of that victory to Lincoln City.

England manager Gareth Southgate gives his views on the competition and how he believes it is vital for younger players.

The end of the international break also sees the Sky Bet Championship return. Sky Sports pundits Andy Hinchcliffe and Don Goodman provide expert analysis on games involving West Brom, Birmingham City, Middlesbrough, Norwich, Sheffield United and Leeds United. 

This week's episode sees Ben Turner interview Rotherham United Chairman Tony Stewart, who recently visited Buckingham Palace to be awarded his OBE.  

The focus this week is firmly on Sky Bet League One, as we look at how tight things are at the top and bottom of the league - 13 teams could be in a relegation dog fight.

Sky Sports presenter and former player David Prutton provides expert analysis and we also speak to Walsall captain George Dobson and Barnsley's rising star Jacob Brown ahead of the clash in the early Saturday kick-off. 

This week's episode sees Ben Turner interview Newport County striker Pádraig Amond about being called in to the Republic of Ireland national squad for the first time at the age of 30.

Ahead of the crucial Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Sheffield United, there is an in-depth interview with Brian Deane, who played up front for both clubs.

Former midfielder Michael Brown also looks ahead to that clash between his two former sides and the two other featured EFL games in Sky Bet League's One and Two with Sky Sports Commentator Gary Weaver. 

This week's episode sees Ben Turner reflect on Sunderland booking their place in the Checkatrade Trophy Final at Wembley, interviews with Derby County's Richard Keogh, who made his 600th career appearance this week, and we also have a special extended chat with Wycombe Wanderers stalwart Matt Bloomfield ahead of his 500th appearance for the club.

Of course we're also looking ahead to the big games in the EFL this weekend with Sky Sports EFL pundits Andy Hinchcliffe and Don Goodman. 

Other interviewees include Sunderland manager Jack Ross and Black Cats legend Kevin Ball.

This week's episode is packed full of great content, as Ben Turner reflects on Manchester City's Carabao Cup Final triumph, Portsmouth booking their place in the Checkatrade Trophy Final and look ahead to the big games in the EFL this weekend.

Among our latest interviewees are City's Bernardo Silva, Portsmouth boss Kenny Jackett and club legend Alan Knight, and special guest David Prutton, who provides a fantastic insight into the next round of fixtures.

Welcome to the episode one of The Official EFL Podcast!  

We’ll be with you every week showcasing the best of what the EFL has to offer. 

This week, the focus is firmly on one of the biggest matches of the season so far - the Carabao Cup Final. 

Chelsea versus Manchester City – a packed house at Wembley Stadium, kicking off at 4.30pm (GMT) this Sunday. 

We’ve got exclusive interviews from both camps, including Blues talisman Eden Hazard and City captain Vincent Kompany.

We’ll also be speaking to a few legends from yesteryear and getting insight from Sky Sports' Carabao Cup final commentator, Rob Hawthorne.

Don't miss it!