

Football Ramble
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The Football Ramble is a global podcasting institution. Since 2007, the Ramble has provided entertainment, analysis and coverage of the Premier League and beyond for football fans who don't take the world's biggest sport too seriously.In 2026, the takes are as strong as ever, the jokes are as funny as ever and the Ramble remains as essential as it ever was for football fans everywhere. Join them for the final weeks of the Premier League season and every day throughout the World Cup this summer as they discuss the biggest football stories in their inimitable style.No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally.The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 16, 2020 • 56min
The Preview Show: Derbies galore, Gareth Bale nears his return, and The Master vs The Apprentice
It’s cold outside, so wrap yourself up in a warm and familiar blanket: the Premier League returns this weekend! Marcus, Luke and Andy are here to look over it all on today’s jam-packed edition of The Preview Show, sponsored by Betway!There’s an intriguing Merseyside derby to kick off the weekend’s festivities, and we wonder whether Carlo Ancelotti’s Everton are realistic challengers for the top few spots. Mikel Arteta also takes his Partey bus to Man City to take on Pep Guardiola - how long might he still be in the City dugout? And, brace yourselves everyone – Gareth Bale may finally stroll out onto the green grass of home, only 2710 days after he left. Here we go…The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 15, 2020 • 46min
England see red, Scotland bail out Scotland, and story time with Adil Rami
Oh, England… With one deflected goal giveth, another red card taketh away. Kate, Vish and Jim are here in the aftermath of England’s loss to Denmark, as Harry Maguire’s dismissal reflected a night that just didn’t go the Three Lions’ way.Elsewhere, we celebrate two more wins for the Home Nations as Scotland and Wales showed their resolve, while Adil Rami sheds some light on his extracurricular activities and we bid a fond farewell to Project Big Picture. All of that and loads more on another packed edition of the Football Ramble – join us!Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us at our brand new address: show@footballramble.com***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 14, 2020 • 43min
England go again, San Marino magic, and the EFL talk Project Big Picture
Jules, Pete and Vish are here to celebrate the magic of the Nations League after San Marino secure a fairytale 0-0 draw with Liechtenstein! There's also more mafioso developments in the Big Project Thing and we discuss yesterday’s crucial meeting of EFL representatives and the reaction of supporters’ groups. Plus, where does the Women’s Super League stand in all this?Meanwhile, there’s more England beef, a dearth of left feet and the battle between Gary and Jonny M continues. Oh, and Jules absolutely bodies Vish on air. Settle in!Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 13, 2020 • 44min
More fallout from Project Big Picture, Paul Scholes swoops in, and what’s next for Josh King?
We’re here with our own look at football’s big picture, as we take you from South Devon to Salford and everywhere in between on today’s episode of the Football Ramble! Join us!Kate, Luke and Andy are here with further reaction to the leaked proposals around ‘Project Big Picture’, as some EFL clubs voice their support (while West Ham aren’t so keen). There’s also time for chat on the current situation at the Hammers, with Saïd Benrahma and Josh King the subjects of their latest bids, and a callout for literally any competent footballer in the South Devon area to get themselves down to Stoke Gabriel FC!The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 12, 2020 • 47min
England are on top of the world, Steve Clarke smiles again, and Premier League weasels
Best in the world you call yourselves? Come and have a go! Pete and Jim calm down a giddy Marcus to discuss England’s statement win over Belgium. We then chat Jordan Henderson’s dark arts, the absence of Grazza and the virtues of Gary Southgate’s pragmatic tactics. There’s also a lot of love for Andy Considine, who made his Scotland debut at the ripe old age of 33, and the 600 Northern Ireland fans whose ironic cheers were heard loud and clear. And, of course, the boys talk about greed. We gape at the madness of PPV and examine Project Big Picture, which at least isn’t completely insane. And remember, no matter how bad it gets, you can always believe in Carlton Cole.Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us at our brand new address: show@footballramble.com***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 9, 2020 • 55min
The Preview Show: Scotland scrape through, debut goals galore for England, and synchronised shootout success
It’s raining cats and dogs on today’s brand new episode of The Preview Show, sponsored by Betway!Marcus, Vish and Luke are here to chat about England’s debutant success as Dominic Calvert-Lewin gets his first goal, Danny Ings brings it home - even Conor Coady gets involved! Elsewhere, there’s time for qualifiers packed with penalties as Scotland and Northern Ireland advance in the Euros, 4 To Score is back, and we’ve got another cracking high-stakes edition of Luke’s Game!Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us at our brand new address: show@footballramble.com***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 8, 2020 • 46min
Ronaldo vs Ramos, England prepare to face Wales, and Steven Davis is making history
As the international break rolls on, Marcus, Jim and Andy react to Scotland’s squad restrictions after Stuart Armstrong tests positive. Meanwhile, calls for fans to be allowed back into stadiums continue, and Gareth Southgate has a firm word ahead of England’s night with Wales.Elsewhere, Ferran Soriano suggests bringing B teams to the Premier League, Ramos and Ronaldo set their differences aside after 2 years of Ballon D’or breakup, and we look at what it really takes to be a skilled, hot-dog-throwing mascot. Join us!Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us at our brand new address: show@footballramble.com***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 7, 2020 • 50min
Persistent problems at Man United, Chris Hughton’s back in the game, and Mesut Özil saves the day
On today’s show, we welcome back managers, mascots and presenters alike as Vish finally comes out of hiding! He’s joined by Jules and Luke to discuss whether Mauricio Pochettino can solve Man United’s problems.Meanwhile, Forest’s dreams of Championship success look bright as Chris Hughton takes charge of the Reds. There’s also time for how far Gordon Strachan can be thrown, sun-tanned Scottish refs emailing in, and mascots sticking together as Ozil makes his big PR move.Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us at our brand new address: show@footballramble.com***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 6, 2020 • 42min
Arsenal pinch Thomas Partey, Edinson Cavani rides into Manchester, and the real reason behind Liverpool’s success
Marcus, Andy and Pete are back after deadline day with a whole host of transfer news, as Partey time comes to the Emirates, and Kevin Mirallas gets a very unique welcome at Gaziantep FK! Elsewhere, after Liverpool’s mad loss at the weekend, Zeljko Buvac reveals the truth behind Klopp’s success and the world’s best defender has a word with some dissenting fans. Strap yourselves in...Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us at our brand new address: show@footballramble.com***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 5, 2020 • 46min
Premier League chaos, a perfect hat-trick, and Arsenal sack a legend
After an extraordinary weekend of results, Kate, Jim and Pete are here to discuss ALL the goals, shocking incidents and prehistoric mascots. First things first, there’s chat on Watkins getting both feet and his head involved in a first-half hat-trick which saw Villa thrash the defending champions, while Spurs delivered 6 in a humiliating defeat at Old Trafford. Amongst the madness, there’s even time for Leicester getting hammered, Guardiola’s post-match perfume advice, and Arsenal’s deadline day disaster as the beloved Gunnersaurus is let go.Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us at our brand new address: show@footballramble.com***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.No cliches. No ex-pros like Peter Crouch or The Rest is Football. Just the funniest football conversation out there. Your guardian for the season, daily not weekly. Stick to the Ramble, totally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


