BBC World Service’s *More than the Score* podcast this week featured former Manchester United forward Jesse Lingard as he became the first Englishman to line up for Corinthians in Brazil’s Série A. The 30‑year‑old joins a short list of Europeans to venture into South America, adding a historic chapter to a career that includes the 2018 World Cup and a stint with FC Seoul, and aims to inspire other British players abroad.

BBC South America correspondent Ione Wells met Lingard in São Paulo for a wide‑ranging chat. He reflected on adapting to Korean football, the challenges of learning Portuguese, and weighed in on whether former teammate Michael Carrick deserves the Manchester United manager’s role. He also spoke about the cultural shock of South American crowds. The conversation underscored how his global experiences shape his on‑field instincts.

More than the Score routinely dives beyond match results, featuring athletes from Formula One to figure skating and experts from super‑agents to elite coaches. Listeners can share their takes via email or WhatsApp. Lingard’s debut for Corinthians now sits alongside those diverse stories, cementing his place in football history and drawing new eyes to the Brazilian league among English fans.