Football Ramble The Preview Show: Leave the rat alone
Feb 27, 2026
Weekend football preview with a big Arsenal v Chelsea clash and tactical lineups debated. Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace European nights get a recap. Talk of Andre Onana possibly returning to Manchester United and club finances sparking transfer pressure. A lighthearted detour into Ryan Yates' unruly dachshund and a critique of Gianni Infantino's decade at FIFA.
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Ryan Yates Pays For Aggressive Sausage Dog Training
- Ryan Yates pays nearly £1,000 a week for trainers to calm his reactive sausage dog Peanut.
- Jim compares Peanut's tenacity to a midfield pairing with Yates and jokes trainers might overstate progress to keep the gig going.
Forest Must Prioritize League Over European Glamour
- Nottingham Forest must balance Europa League progress with Premier League survival, forcing rotation even when ties look safe.
- Vito Pereira made six changes after a 3-0 first-leg lead, showing cup success can conflict with league priorities.
United Cafe Fined After Rat Teeth Found In Potatoes
- A Manchester United themed cafe was fined after rat teeth marks were found in potatoes, prompting jokes about authenticity.
- Jim quips it's 'modern' United experience and Marcus jokes 'leave the rat alone' as a chef tasting food.