Football Ramble
The Football Ramble is a global podcasting institution that has provided entertainment, analysis and coverage of the Premier League and beyond since 2007. It offers a humorous take on football for fans who don't take the sport too seriously. The podcast features daily episodes during the Premier League season and throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with no clichés or ex-pros, just fun football conversation.
Episodes
The Midfield Centipede | 2026 FIFA World Cup
Hang up your wall chart, the World Cup is here! Marcus, Luke and Jim are giddy for it all to begin.Today, we look ahead to tonight’s huge opener featuring Mexico, South Africa and Shakira. It’s a classic line-up. Plus, England give us reason to be a bit more excited, partly thanks to our midfield centipede.Get your Ramble World Cup watch party tickets hereFind us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok a
Our 2026 World Cup Predictions
It's World Cup Eve! Marcus, Luke, Jim and Pete fill their tournament stockings with predictions, ranging from well-reasoned guesses to complete punts into the international football void. But Marcus has listened to his heart for one crucial category...Elsewhere, Luke goes big (too big) for his Surprise Package, Jim brings terrible luck on us all, and Pete's notable mad s*** means he'll have to tak
The BIG World Cup Preview
Just two more sleeps until the World Cup is back in town! If you've not been infected by the World Cup fever yet, don't fret. We've got the pathogen for you, ladies and gents.Marcus, Luke, Jim & Pete are here to preview the tournament, with plenty of chat on the host nations, the favourites, and of course the minnows. Plus, the German sax guy is back, Romário continues to fancy himself a bit t
IT'S WORLD CUP WEEK!
Ladies and gentlemen, it's finally here. The actual World Cup is this bloomin' week! Has anyone checked on Marcus' aunt?He's back in the hot seat, flanked by Luke and Jim to discuss whether England's warm-up game against New Zealand actually happened. Plus, should Captain Tom have been represented during Paraguay's send-off fireworks display? And Florentino Pérez's reign of terror at Real Madrid c
THE JACK'S ENCYCLOPAEDIA FINALE
They all thought it was over after last week's My Biddy Aunt final. They were wrong. The Luke Nation, the Ehantharajah Empire, and Spelgium will cross swords once more to see who will claim the humungous Jack's Encyclopaedia trophy and the belt to go with it.Jim's on the buttons for this finale, and this time it really is winner takes all.Get your Ramble World Cup watch party tickets hereFind us o
The Preview Show: Can we sell the air they breathe?
Reports of World Cup fever have grown exponentially since Tommy Tuchel and his brave boys landed down in the US this week. The World Cup is just days away and we're bloomin' well ready for it.Luke's Ramble coup d'état continues as he refuses to leave the comfy chair. Jim and David join him to take a look at England and Scotland's pre-tournament friendlies in the States. Plus, Grant Hanley's back s
Lions Watch: Are England expected to win the World Cup?
With the fever now airborne within the Kingdom, Luke and Jim jumped on YouTube for another Lions Watch livestream ahead of the World Cup starting NEXT WEEK. YOU WHAT?!On today’s agenda: should England say they’re expecting to win it all? Are we actually a bit short on the right-hand side? And what in-flight meal is going to stoke the fires of Englishness within the squad: pie 'n’ mash or fish and
Out with the bratwurst, in with the baguette
It's all change on the Premier League managerial front this week. Out with the old (and bald), and in with the new (no balds, sadly). Andoni Iraola is off to Liverpool, Crystal Palace have started talks with the magnificently named Pierre Sage, and Marco Silva jets off to take the Benfica hot seat. No Marcus today, now you know why.Luke takes the reins and is joined by Jim and David to discuss the
Communicado Official: Antonio Gordón
It’s official: Anthony Gordon has activated his Spring in Your World Cup Step™ by officially joining Barcelona. He even spoke admirable Spanish at the press conference! Presumably he knows the Spanish for A LITTLE DISLOYAL RAT.Marcus, Luke, Jim and Vish wish Gordon farewell and also celebrate James Milner’s remarkable career after he announced his retirement. Plus, the gigachads at Real Madrid loo
The curtain falls
With that, the 25/26 domestic season is over. However, before you get gripped by World Cup fever, Marcus, Luke, Jim and Vish have the small matter of the Champions League final to mull over.We credit Arsenal for taking PSG to the brink. Luke has less time for stuttered penalties - not in a World Cup year. Plus, we discuss the somewhat confusing legacy of Arne Slot after it was announced that he is
THE MY BIDDY AUNT FINALE
The swords have been drawn. The cannons are loaded. It all comes down to this.What we do in the My Biddy Aunt finale will echo into eternity. It’s the Luke Nation versus the Ehantharajah Empire for the final time this season, to see who will take the crown. Marcus has the whistle for this deciding bout.Get your Ramble World Cup watch party tickets hereFind us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and Y
The Preview Show: B&Q Toilet Paper
What's that rumbling noise I can hear? Ah, yes. The unmistakeable sound of Jim Campbell trembling in his boots at the very thought of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia charging at the Arsenal defence. Oh, wait. No it isn't. That's just the sound of Pete's stomach screaming as he attempts to drink jellied meerkats from a glass.They both join Marcus to preview Arsenal's date with destiny. Is a PSG win really as
Wait, are we the bad guys?
Oh, what’s that, Rayo Vallecano? A romantic, scarcely believable journey to a final of a European competition– WELL GET SOME PREMIER LEAGUE RICHES AROUND YA CHOPS, YOU SLUGS.Marcus and Luke celebrate a joyous Conference League trophy for Crystal Palace that caps off Oliver Glasner’s remarkable tenure. Plus, Anthony Gordon’s off on a European gap year and a listener brings us a long-overdue Austral
Basketbrawl
The curse of the Ramble strikes again! There we were, chatting away about whether West Ham should stick with Nuno Espírito Santo or bin him off after relegation, and then bang! He's staying. The grotmeister general has made his choice, but is it the right one?Marcus, Luke, Pete and Vish are here to react to that bombshell news. Plus, Portland Timbers give Fizzer the mutually consented chop and Pal
Reacting to our 2025/26 Premier League predictions
Finished prophets, no ball knowledge etc etc 🤡 🤡 🤡Marcus, Jim and Luke react to our pre-season predictions. And it doesn't make for pretty listening, apart from for one man hailing from the Surrey area. Join us!Getting the World Cup fever? Grab your Ramble World Cup watch party tickets here!Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Sign u
Can you take me higher?
Marcus, Luke and Jim are here to praise celebrated post-grunge band Creed with a full– no, wait, sorry. Wrong show. Premier League stuff, right?Yes, the curtain has fallen on another topsy-turvy season, so let’s talk about it. Spurs manage to scramble out of the absurd position they got themselves into, which meant West Ham were relegated. We react to this truly damning, damning state of affairs f
Jack’s Encyclopaedia: Pep’s City goalscorers, West Ham’s Prem players and number 10s
Just as the gladiators fought in a preliminary bout before they entered combat, Spelgium is squaring off against the Luke Nation for the penultimate time to see who's better prepared for the Jack’s Encyclopaedia finale.Jim's on the buttons for this battle, and what a battle it is.Get your Ramble World Cup watch party tickets hereFind us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us he
Our reaction to England’s World Cup squad
Well, here we are then... Thomas Tuchel has announced his England squad for the World Cup this summer and people have some OPINIONS.Marcus, Vish and Jim jumped straight on YouTube after the squad was revealed to answer your questions and give their takes on some controversial selections. But not before Marcus holds a candlelit vigil for Harry Maguire's international career... Getting in the world
The Preview Show: Seven lumps of baklava
We made it, ladies and gents. It's the final Premier League gameweek of the season! And my goodness, there's some juicy stuff to play for. Relegation will be decided on the final day. West Ham will be there, Spurs will be there, but Cristian Romero won't be. He's jetted back to Argentina for the weekend. Cristian mate, it's 30°C in the Kingdom this weekend.Marcus, Jim, Vish & Pete preview the
Trickle-down football
Unai Emery has done it again and Aston Villa are Europa League champions! Let's be honest, Freiburg weren't much of a challenge but take nothing away from what has been an incredible season for Prince Billy's boys.Luke and Vish join Pete to give Villa their deserved flowers. Plus, Luke tells us why he enjoys a social dog and Pete threatens to dress up as a free-kick mannequin.Get your Ramble World
Probably the best day in Ramble history
My giddy aunt. Arsenal have done it! And Southampton, they've... undone it? You'll struggle to find a man in the Kingdom more ecstatic than Jim Campbell this morning, but somehow we found one. Luke Moore is on the verge of self-combustion.They're both joined by Marcus to celebrate Arsenal's title win, and of course debrief on the simply sensational news that Southampton have been booted out of the
Farewell, Pep
Well, there we have it ladies and gents. Ten in-cre-di-ble years of Pep Guardiola at Manchester City are finally coming to an end. In Pep's very own words, 'we cannot replace him'.Marcus and Luke are here to celebrate a decade of Pep at City, and look ahead to the appointment of Enzo Maresca at the Etihad. Plus, Arsenal edge Burnley in what was not an enthralling watch, and the Battle of the Bridg
Wearing many Panama hats
It was another exhilarating weekend, as trophies were won up and down the country. In England, Man City took another step towards the d**khead double after winning the FA Cup.Elsewhere, Celtic earned a “fairytale” 14th Scottish league title in 15 years. Has anyone seen Wilfried Nancy’s medal? Plus, West Ham edged closer to relegation. Come join Marcus, Luke and Pete for all that fun, we’ve saved y
The World Cup's Greatest Matches | Game's Gone Ep10 [Amazon Music Exclusive]
This is the latest episode in our 'Game's Gone' series, which is exclusively available to listen to on Amazon Music. To listen to all the other episodes in this series, just find the Football Ramble on Amazon Music!Ahead of another World Cup summer, join Marcus, Jim and Vish for the first of three episodes celebrating some absolute gems from tournaments gone by. First up, we've selected three of t
My Biddy Aunt: Ill-Disciplinarians
The Luke Nation seldom backs away from a fight, and with the My Biddy Aunt grand finale only weeks away, we've let Spelgium 'ave at it in a league fixture of the highest order.Who will put themselves in pole position heading into the final day? There's only one way to find out.Get your Ramble World Cup watch party tickets hereFind us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here:
The Preview Show: Sinners not Saints
It's FA Cup final weekend everybody! Calum McFarlane will be marching his boys down Wembley Way on Saturday hoping to pick up a trophy in just his sixth game in charge. Good job Pep Guardiola has only managed a thousand across nearly two decades.Marcus, Luke & Jim are here to debate who's going to get their hands on the cup. Plus, Luke is delighted as Spygate 2.0 continues to gather speed, and
One game from history
My giddy aunt, we’re being treated to some wonderful title races on the Island of Britain this season.Today, Marcus and Jim start in Scotland, where a controversial handball set up a thigh-rubbing title decider this weekend. Even Gary Lineker and Jeff Stelling were outraged. Back in England, it was a perfect night for Man City at the Etihad.Get your Ramble World Cup Party tickets hereFind us on Bl
The President Strikes Back
David Ornstein and NASA, are they the last bastions of normality as we head towards the failure of modern society? And why are we asking? Well, one reason is because FIFA are selling tickets to stand in the car park outside the World Cup final for $16,000.Marcus, Jim and David try to get their heads around that on today’s show. And if that’s not enough, we also discuss José Mourinho’s likely retur
Ramble Reacts: An overhead kick to the face
“Would you like to see someone get kicked in the head? Just head over to the monitor...”Spurs 1-1 Leeds. Marcus and Vish reacted live to an eventful encounter at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Plus, Vish explains why he is now backing Spurs for Premier League survival.Get your Ramble World Cup watchalong tickets hereFind us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@foot
Michael Bublé and the Velociraptors
In the end, sure, they got the decision right. But... and there are many buts, is this really the football we love? Amid fears that our game may well and truly be gone, don't fret! Chris Martin and his Coldplay pals have delivered - Bublé at the World Cup opening ceremony. Come on, that's a decision we can all get behind.Marcus, Luke & David are here to debate THAT disallowed goal, plus the re
Jack's Encyclopaedia: World Cup scorers, prolific Germans and Jose's Madridistas
After an eternity of negotiation with the belt-holding Ehantharajah Empire, the Ramble Intercontinental Senate has named a worthy challenger: Spelgium. As we edge nearer to the grand finale, who will earn the right to fasten Jack's coveted belt across their waist?Jim is ready on the buttons for this one.Get your Ramble World Cup watchalong tickets hereAsk us a question on X, Instagram&nb
The Preview Show: Cycling freak
What a day for the Kingdom. Three English sides in the European finals, David Attenborough celebrating his 100th birthday, and Reform UK domina... Oh, right. Forget it then.Luke and David are here to give their flowers to Aston Villa and Crystal Palace, topped off with a horrifying moan from Joe Cole. Plus, the Kylian Mbappé petition reaching 50 million signatures, and Millwall eye up the Premier
Paris’ Eleven
Only two goals! Can we have our money back, please? Jim and Vish are full of praise for PSG after they pulled off the perfect heist in Munich last night.Today, we relive another fascinating night of football as Luis Enrique once again proves he has built a complete team without the superstars. At least Bayern Munich can go home knowing their manager was dressed nicely…Get your Ramble World Cup wat
Lions Watch: Should Morgan Gibbs-White go to the World Cup?
Mr Tuchel, there's a man here coming to knock down your door. His name is Morgan Gibbs-White and he wants a place on your plane.Marcus, Jim & Vish were live on YouTube to discuss England's midfield conundrum. Have Phil Foden and Cole Palmer done enough to get a golden ticket to North America, and can Gibbs-White snatch a place from them? Plus, Kobbie Mainoo's England future, and a question abo
Can-can you feel it?
What a night for Jimmy Campbell and his Arsenal boys! Today, he joins Marcus and Vish to relive an historic night at the Emirates Stadium. He and Marcus are in agreement that it is one of the greatest atmospheres they have ever witnessed.Elsewhere, Man City once again prove they can’t be trusted - and no, Marcus absolutely is NOT smug about it. Plus, we are giddy with excitement ahead of Bayern Mu
Mailbag: Should Man United keep Michael Carrick?
Michael Carrick has passed his Man United theory test. But is he ready to be given his full licence? Marcus, Jim and Pete share their thoughts on today’s Mailbag.Elsewhere, we’re asked: have we been unfair on Viktor Gyökeres? Should Newcastle replace Eddie Howe? And which footballer would we like to body swap with?Get your Ramble World Cup watchalong tickets hereFind us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, T
Premier League honey
Delicious twists at both ends of the table this weekend! Marcus, Pete, Jim and Vish shine the Ramble spotlight on it all.Spurs finally got their act together, while Arsenal got their mojo back to truly unite all of north London. Manchester United are also officially back in the Champions League, but another lengthy handball review leads Pete to ask some particularly searching questions about finge
My Biddy Aunt: Our Northeast derby
Geordies vs Mackems. Tyne vs Wear. "Howay" vs "Ha'way". And, crucially, Pete Donaldson vs David Cartlidge. Sunderland may have already done the double, but this Biddy battle is the real decider.The dominions of the Ramble Intercontinental Senate have taken their seats, with Marcus in the umpire's chair. Get your Ramble World Cup watchalong tickets hereFind us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok
The Preview Show: No fighting
In a show of unity rarely seen in the north east, David and Pete have joined forces against that southern softie, Marcus Speller. The three of them are here to look back on a controversial win for Nottingham Forest in the Europa League.Elsewhere, we wonder if the new Donaldson-Cartlidge alliance would have done a better job managing Burnley than Scott Parker. Plus, we hear from Steve Bruce about t
Ramble Reacts: Bog roll Breach
It's not fair to compare Atletico 1-1 Arsenal to the beauty of PSG 5-4 Bayern Munich. Let's just say it was a more interesting game than we might have expected.Marcus and Vish went live on YouTube straight after full-time to break down an evening full of controversy, sandwiches and bog roll. Jump in, the water's still warm.Get your Ramble World Cup watchalong tickets hereFind us on Bluesky, X, Ins
Was that the greatest football match ever?
Was that the greatest football match ever?Marcus, Pete and Jim admire last night's Champions League masterpiece, a game that simply could not have been better. Actually, only if Vincent Kompany was in a panic room for his suspension.We celebrate a proper feast of football, particularly Khvicha Kvaratskhelia who continues to play like a true football cult hero, but one who actually wins stuff. Else
Mailbag: What’s the perfect ending to a football match?
After York City’s scarcely believable title win at the weekend, Marcus and Luke nail down the specific ingredients for the ultimate ending to a football match - and relive some all-time classics. Pompey deep cuts very much incoming.Plus: the crystal clear definition of ‘world class’, unsung heroes from smaller teams around English football and is it ever possible to properly change which team you
Clap for footballers
Against all odds, our brave professional footballers supplied another thrilling weekend of action for our enjoyment. Marcus, Luke and Vish gather to thank them personally on today’s Ramble.We continue to worry for Tottenham’s Premier League future as their situation gets worse despite a 1-0 win over Wolves. Elsewhere, there was a surprising number of punches thrown across football this weekend, so
Jack's Encyclopaedia: Chelsea managers, elite keepers and relegatees
Today, the Ramble Intercontinental Senate throws open it's doors to welcome back the region of Cartalonia after it's previous tours of duty. Not everyone’s clapping though - Spelgium is already squaring up, determined to put the newcomer through their paces.It's Jacks Encyclopaedia! Pete is on the buttons for this battle.Get your Ramble watchalong tickets hereFind us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikT
The Preview Show: The butler on the bus
It's FA Cup semi-final weekend, everybody! Keyboard warrior Calum McFarlane is back in charge of Chelsea as they take on Leeds for a place in the final. Rest assured, John Terry isn't jealous of McFarlane at all. Nope, not one bit.Marcus, Pete and David preview a big weekend in the FA Cup and Premier League. Tottenham travel to Wolves in a must-win game for Bobby De Zerbi's men. Be careful, he mig
Hot desking at BlueCo
“Have you signed the card for Liam? He’s leaving… You know Liam, the one banging on about respecting the ball.”Marcus and Vish jump on the pod after another round of corporate restructuring at BlueCo means Liam Rosenior has lost the Chelsea job. We wonder how the club’s ownership continue to get it so wrong and try to work out who’d want the job long term.Elsewhere, Man City go top after a nervy,
Grok, where does the sea start?
Things aren't looking good for young Liam Rosenior at the Chels. Five losses in a row in the Premier League and not a single goal scored for the first time since November 1912. That's even earlier than the release of the first Keystone Cops film. Fitting, eh?Marcus, Pete & Vish dive into that travesty. Plus, Marc Cucurella's barber has a stinker, Leicester City drop down to the third tier, and
Mailbag: Should Arsenal be looking for Mikel Arteta’s replacement?
Despite notable improvements on and off the pitch, Mikel Arteta still hasn’t delivered the trophies Arsenal now expect - and it looks alarmingly like that trend could continue. So Marcus, Luke and David assess whether the Arsenal board should be looking for his replacement this summer if he doesn’t win a trophy. Plus, we look back on some international defeats that proved vital to eventual su
Credit for everyone
It was a truly Super Sunday as we were treated to a Premier League classic between Man City and Arsenal. Just remember to give credit to everyone involved.Marcus, Luke and David relive it on today’s show. Plus, we cautiously acknowledge the celebration police could have a point about Xavi Simons’ goal and we’ve got a HUGE announcement ahead of this summer’s World Cup.For early access to tickets to
My Biddy Aunt: Overhead kickers
The Ramble Intercontinental Senate lies in ruin after Jimbabwe destroyed both Donaco and Spelgium. All hope seems lost, but a ray of light has broken through. Is that... the Luke Nation?Marcus is back on his feet, ready to referee a Biddy bout between these two Herculean beasts.Get your Ramble merch HERE.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.c
The Preview Show: Susan Perk
It's the one we've all been waiting for, ladies and gents. On a particularly superb Sunday, Manchester City host Arsenal right in the upper echelons of the Premier League. The unstoppable-looking force meets the moveable object, I suppose you could say.Jim joins Marcus and Luke to continue his nail-biting. Meanwhile, Fiorentina's ABBA goal music prompts Luke to assemble the 'Hologram XI', and Jonj
Control is overrated
We learnt one thing last night and it’s that everyone should take a leaf out of Keggy’s book and commit to full chaos.Marcus and Luke are here to reflect on a Champions League classic between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the only game last night. We also re-live another tough watch at the Emirates, where Arsenal appear to be riding a roller coaster without any of the j
Lions Watch: Fullbacks jostling for position and too late for any bolters?
Marcus and Luke pack up the truck and head out onto the plains for another edition of Lions Watch, the show where we continually talk up England outsiders’ chances without any consideration for who we’d have to drop from the squad. And plenty more besides.We kick off today with a chat about England’s defenders as Nico O’Reilly’s impressive form pushes him closer to many people’s starting XIs - but
A mischief of rats
On today’s show, Marcus, Luke and Vish tackle the big question: is Bournemouth overrated? It’s possible that Andoni Iraola thinks so.As well as that hot debate, we’ve also got the small matter of some Champions League quarter-finals to enjoy. And DO NOT forget about Portsmouth who got a huge win in the Championship last night.Get your Ramble merch HERE.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and
Mailbag: Have managers lost their flexibility?
A trend appears to have emerged in recent years of managers coming to the Premier League and, despite everyone thinking they should change their system, sticking to their guns.Marcus, Jim & David are here to pick apart the reasons behind the inflexibility of modern managers. Plus, would we back a relegation play-off where the league's worst go head-to-head in a death match? And who should win
Multi-purpose prop-based banter
The Arsenal boo boys were out in force after a damning defeat to Bournemouth at the weekend. Today, Marcus, Jim, Pete and David discuss what Arsenal need to change to get their title bid back on track.Elsewhere, Man City wore Arsenal's tears as they eased past Chelsea. Plus, the threat of relegation gets very real for Spurs and David Moyes is giddy at the thought of Champions League football.Get y
Jack's Encyclopaedia: Dutch players, quarter-final scorers and League One club(s)
Pete, still smarting from his defeat to Jim, returns to officiate a clash for the ages. Old Spelgium has been piping up once again - and who else but the Democratic Republic of Jimbabwe to answer that call?It's Marcus and Jim who square off in a feisty game of Jack-jitsu, battling for the honour of unlocking the pearly gates to the weekend. Who will come out on top? Get your Ramble merch HERE
The Preview Show: 38,000 bananas
The Premier League's back, baby! And the football gods have served up a whole platter of top flight goodness for us this weekend. It's a big one for Spurs as they head to Sunderland in Bobby De Zerbi's first game in charge. Is it possible for Spurs to sink any deeper? Yes, the answer is yes.Marcus, Jim & Pete look ahead to this weekend's action and look back on a big night of European football
Go home, you've had too many yellows
Liverpool had a tough night in Paris, but it could've been worse. At least Arne Slot wasn't mistaken for a ball.Luke, Vish and Jim discuss last night's Champions League quarter-finals and why Marcos Llorente is such a profoundly odd bloke. Vish makes the case that Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is an Enhanced Games version of Thomas Müller, while Spunkbubble Richard Keys reminds Jim of one of the greatest
The East Midlands Earthquake
Arsenal may have taken some hits at home, but get them on a ferry across the Channel and they'll get the job done. A tough old night for the Gunners but Kai Havertz got the goal to give them the win. Maybe that drill with the pens actually worked?Marcus, Luke & Vish give their thoughts on a big win for Mikel Arteta's boys. Plus, victory for Bayern in Madrid, Vish gets his atlas out, and Luke t
Mailbag: Will a quadruple ever be won?
No team has ever won a quadruple, but it doesn't stop us getting excited about the possibility every season. This year, Arsenal were in the conversation before they were dumped out of both the FA Cup and the League Cup. Alas, the quadruple is out of reach for another season - but will it ever be done?Marcus, Jim & David reach a verdict on that, before picking our all-time favourite players to
Dutchmen in crisis
A weekend of football that had something for everyone, but especially – sunnies on, slippers off, and back to winning ways – Roy bloody Hodgson. Marcus, David and Jim discuss that and four FA Cup quarterfinals which all did lots for the Ramble.Jim explains the issue with Arsenal's mentality (and his position at the pub), while David argues that the Enzo Fernández situation shows just what Chelsea
My Biddy Aunt: Goalkeepers
Today isn't just any My Biddy Aunt: the almighty Egg Cup is up for grabs. Can medicated Pete get his gloved hands on his first ever piece of silverware? Jim and a list of wonderfully obscure goalkeepers stand in his way. Let's find out!Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Get your Ramble merch HERE.Find us on Bluesky
The Preview Show: St. Eddie’s Day
Domestic football is back! In other news, Pete’s got some new asthma medication and it’s unlocked a new dimension in his lungs (and mind).That means today’s show includes Erling Haaland eating old football relics and Eddie Murphy chasing all the snakes out of Ireland. Join Marcus, Jim, and Donny for all that and more.Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: h
Lions Watch: Which of England's fringe players should go to the World Cup?
Yes, that's right ladies and gents. Lions Watch is back for the 2026 World Cup! After a couple of concerning displays against Uruguay and Japan, we get your thoughts and answer your questions about the Three Lions.Marcus, Luke & Jim are here to discuss the fringe players who played themselves in and out of contention, England's reliance on Harry Kane, and which player is going to give Pete a s
My Fizzy Aunt
That’s it, England have played their last game on home soil before the World Cup. It might not have inspired much World Cup fever, but don’t worry, Marcus is here to put that right. He even gets Luke and Jim on board the Harry Maguire train.Elsewhere, there will be no World Cup fever at all in Italy after they fail to qualify yet again. Plus, Luke explains why Roberto De Zerbi could be a disastrou
Mailbag: What’s our biggest England concern ahead of the World Cup?
England are back in action tonight in their penultimate fixture before heading to the States this summer. So, now we're less than 80 days away from kick-off in Texas, what are our biggest concerns for Tommy Tuchel's men going into the World Cup?Marcus, Pete & Vish share their concerns in today's Mailbag. Plus, the countries from outside the British Isles we'd most like to win the World Cup and
Hot knob at night...
How dare Spurs interrupt our beautiful international break with the news that they have parted ways with Igor Tudor. Today, Marcus, Vish and Pete are here to assess whether Roberto De Zerbi is the right man to get Spurs out of this mess.Elsewhere, Vish isn’t too worried after an uninspiring performance from England at Wembley. Plus, Senegal parade the AFCON trophy and Roy Hodgson returns to the du
My Biddy Aunt: International icons
As we greet this week of international football with a firm handshake, the Luke Nation has decreed that a game of My Biddy Aunt shall be played between Spelgium and Jimbabwe.The two competitors will desperately vie for the opportunity to play the elusive Ehantharajah Empire in the coming weeks. Luke's on the buttons for this soirée.Get your Ramble merch HERE.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTo
The Preview Show: Thomas Tuchel's Chocolate Factory
It was a sickening night for the Kingdom and our friends in the Republic of Ireland. Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland all saw their chances of World Cup glory slip away from them. Those brave boys will have to watch on from home, but not England and Scotland, they march on!Marcus, Luke & Jim are here to discuss all of last night's action, including the Bosnia manager setting
Ramble Uncut: The holy manager
Buckle up, everybody, it’s Ramble Uncut time. Marcus, Luke and Pete are your hosts and they’re here to discuss topics including but not limited to: unfortunate encounters with former MPs, a botched back operation with dire consequences and the story of an Italian football manager who dressed up as a priest for an excellent reason. Happy Wednesday, all!For more of this, plus ad-free shows, sign up
It’s time for a commercial break
The run-in is hotting up and Man City have defeated Arsenal to win the first trophy of the season. We’re now perched on the edge of our seats, desperate to see how this will affect the ongoing title race – *Premier League cuts to break*. FFS.We might all – well, maybe not Spellz – be yearning for some more Premier League action. But don’t worry, because Marcus, Luke and Pete are here to review the
Mailbag: Would a Spurs relegation be good or bad for the Premier League?
After their damning loss to Forest, Marcus, Jim and Pete are forced to tackle this one straight from the off: would it be a good or bad thing for the Premier League if Spurs go down? Imagine that alternative Super League reality where they’d have the money-soaked pleasure of getting slapped by Real Madrid and Bayern Munich every week. Plus, the changing nature of managerial pressure, our crit
The Kepa Trilogy
The Carabao Cup reached its climax and Pete celebrated by swigging two cans of Monster on his way to the studio. Today, he’s joined by Marcus, Jim and Vish to react to Episode III of Kepa’s Carabao Cup final tragedy.Elsewhere, we run out of ideas for how Spurs fans can help their team and ask the important question: are Everton on the verge? Plus, AI Marcus returns…Get your Ramble merch HERE.Find
Jack’s Encyclopaedia: Youngest scorers, Tottenham’s keepers and League Cup winners
"We want Marcus!""When's Marcus back playing the game?"Ask and ye shall receive. We've dragged Marcus back from his state-imposed exile to square off against Luke and Vish for the coveted Jack's Encyclopaedia belt.Jim's on the buttons as the boys repeatedly punch each other in the name of entertainment.Get your Ramble merch HERE.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us he
The Preview Show: Going full biff
Bloody Nora, what a day it is! Not only is it an England squad Friday but we’ve got the most super of Sundays to look forward to.But before we discuss our lord and saviours at Carabao, Marcus, Luke, Jim and Vish must question why Crystal Palace are making things so difficult for themselves in Europe. Plus, they look ahead to a crucial Tyne-Wear derby, Tottenham’s relegation six-pointer with Nottin
Can I have a glass of gears please?
Marcus isn’t here, so Pete has created an AI version to present today’s show. The two of them are joined by Luke and Vish to glug on another vat of Champions League action.Elsewhere, Pete delves into his passion for Steampunk, Neil Warnock is no longer required at Torquay United and Chicharito follows in the footsteps of Brooklyn Beckham.Get your Ramble merch HERE.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram,
My kind of buffet
Morocco have won AFCON! Via email? An unprecedented event and yet all Pete can think about is those “damn ballboys”.Today, he’s joined by Marcus and Jim to revel in more chaos from the beautiful game. We’ve got Chelsea's financial scandal, Man City’s attempts to win the “d*ckhead double”, a beautiful goal from Eazy-E and Sporting Clube de Portugal becoming the enemies of football. You shouldn’t mi
Mailbag: Has Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City failed in Europe?
With several sides looking to restore some PROPA NAUGHTY ENGLISH PRIDE in the Champions League this week, Marcus, Luke and Jim wrestle with a potentially divisive opening question: should Pep Guardiola’s European record at Man City be seen as a failure?Elsewhere, after Max Dowman’s historic goal for Arsenal at the weekend, Marcus, Luke and Jim reflect on their favourite ‘burst onto the scene’ mome
I swear you’ll never see a weekend like this ever again
Bring out the history books, it was a weekend for the ages in the Premier League. Paul Tierney popped up in the Chelsea huddle, Igor Tudor didn’t recognise his own member of staff and Konstantinos Mavropanos made excellent use of his face. Max Dowman also made Premier League history while we’re at it.Marcus, Luke and Jim drink it in on today’s Ramble. Come and have a sip while it’s still warm.Get
