Sure, Liverpool are charging ahead, but we have to start with the biggest question to emerge from another cracking festive football weekend: are Nottingham Forest in a title race?! How about them Tricky Trees! Join Marcus, Luke and Jim on the final show of the Christmas perineum as Spurs generate more shoulder shrugs, Mo Salah continues his era-defining form and the Jim Ratcliffe villain arc takes an even more depressing turn. The Barclays truly never stops! Find us on Blu...
Dec 30, 2024•54 min
We've seen Pep Guardiola and Ange Postecoglou both talk about the extreme pressures of being an elite-level football manager recently. Do us impatient football fans make their jobs harder? Plus, are 'goal shows' which actually show the goals the way to solve the 3pm black-out? And what have been our favourite football moments of 2024? Join Pete, Andy & Luke as they answer your questions. Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email u...
Dec 28, 2024•37 min
When does excessive gurning become unsportsmanlike conduct? Is there a worse person to see on Boxing Day than Jason Tindall? And which budget horror movie director does Antony remind us of most? Pete, Andy and Luke tackle the big questions after a big ol’ day of Boxing Day football. Plus, the Intercontinental belt is on the line! Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up to the Football...
Dec 27, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Pete’s back with a sack full of clips highlighting some of the most significant Ramble moments from the second half of 2024. Including, Big Mama UEFA, Noni Madueke’s infamous trip to Wolverhampton, Haystacks Peace’s pesky prattling parrot and David Coote’s afterparty tape. We also said goodbye to the great man, Sven-Göran Eriksson. Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up to the Footba...
Dec 26, 2024•38 min
Anybody fancy a Christmas game? Bloody Nora that's right, it's a big Jack's Encyclopaedia bonanza coming your way for Christmas Day! Join Marcus, Luke, Jim, and Pete for a six-round special of the game that Jack Grealish simply cannot wrap his head around. Put down that gravy boat, switch off Mrs Brown's Boys, and get your ears plugged into 25 minutes of unfiltered Christmas chaos. Happy holidays everyone! Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTub...
Dec 25, 2024•25 min
Featuring Dean Gaffney, a naked Jürgen Klopp, Jack’s Encyclopaedia celebrations, a naughty Dutch referee’s celebrations, Sean Connery, and what Mark Lawrenson really thinks about… Mossad. Come join your master of ceremonies, Pete Donaldson, for the Football Ramble’s Best of 2024: Part 1! Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for...
Dec 24, 2024•31 min
After a week of sweet juicy Carabao, the Barclays has returned to prove why it's still the boss. Today, Jim tells Pete and Andy why Spurs shouldn’t panic just yet. Spurs fans, we’ll let you decide if you want to take that advice from an Arsenal fan… Elsewhere, a Tranmere Rovers defender loses his shorts and Pete has his say on why the Arsenal players’ partners are all getting pregnant. Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here...
Dec 23, 2024•59 min
Marcus Rashford has been all over the headlines this week – but does his deteriorating relationship with Man United tell us anything about the ‘one-club man’? Pete, Luke and Jim drill down into one of football’s most hailed archetypes – and then Pete promptly torches the entire show with his answer to our second question. Just like the owner of a nightclub in Hartlepool, I suppose. Plus, we prepare a Christmas gift for different Premier League managers and boy is Pep Guardiola in for a treat fro...
Dec 21, 2024•40 min
Man United and Tottenham handed out an early Christmas present of delicious Carabao last night. A special mention goes to Fraser Forster for doing his best Pete Donaldson impression… Pete’s joined by Luke and Jim to learn Jamie Vardy’s latest technique in sh*thousery. Plus, the Intercontinental belt is on the line in Jack’s Encyclopaedia! Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up to the...
Dec 20, 2024•56 min
It was Gabriel Jesus' turn to deliver three gifts as his hat-trick helped Arsenal reach the Carabao Cup semi-final. Pete and Luke are here to discuss the evening's Carabao action. Plus, we hear about Keir Starmer's 5-a-side exploits and plucky little Real Madrid win the Intercontinental Cup in Qatar. Of course Richard Keys was involved... Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up to the...
Dec 19, 2024•35 min
After the news that Vitor Pereira will be the new Wolves manager, Marcus and Pete have just one question for Andy: Is he as mad as he sounds? Elsewhere, Pete reminds us that no idea is a bad idea - unless it is the Unify League of course - and one of England’s most significant Marcuses has made a huge announcement that is dominating all of today’s headlines. But that’s enough about Speller admitting that he doesn’t like mustard… Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok...
Dec 18, 2024•51 min
Arise Sir Enes Ünal! There's nothing quite like a Barclays-flavoured treat to brighten up your Monday. Marcus and Jim react to Bournemouth’s chaotic (and greasy) stalemate with West Ham and Lucas Paqueta’s cryptic work on X. Plus, in great news for the Ramble, there’s a rat at Man United... Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up to the Football Ramble Pa...
Dec 17, 2024•28 min
Two managerial sackings, a Manchester derby and a genuine Keystone Cops moment. What a weekend in the Barclays! Today, Marcus, Luke and Jim are actually forced to ask: Are Man City a banter club? Plus, Luke argues that Emi Martinez could have made the greatest save of all-time. Who even is David Seaman again? Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon ...
Dec 16, 2024•59 min
Saudi Arabia have won the bid to host the 2034 World Cup... thanks Gianni Infantino. But it made us think. Are we naive to assume that football will remain a European-dominated sport? For the sake of Andy Brassell, we bloomin' well hope so. Marcus, Luke and Andy are here to chat through that and more on this week's Mailbag. Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up to the Football Rambl...
Dec 14, 2024•40 min
It was all square in a “Battle of Britain” last night. Marcus, Luke and Andy start to worry about whether Ange Postecoglou could be leaving Tottenham sooner rather than later. Elsewhere, Andy suddenly realised that Man City have turned into latter stage Oasis. Oh dear... Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month:&nbs...
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr
Pete’s in his increasingly hot seat today alongside Luke and Jim, as they assess the future of the only man in a hotter chair: Pep Guardiola. Even the goal-line technology’s working against them! Elsewhere, Arsenal put on the most underwhelming 3-0 clinic you’ll see, FIFA’s blatant corruption continues to astound and Jim Ratcliffe’s cost-saving measures at Man United aren’t very Christmassy. Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email u...
Dec 12, 2024•49 min
We all know the featured artist is the real star of the show, just ask Pitbull. Today, Marcus, Pete and Jim heap more praise on Jhon Durán after another goal off the bench last night. Elsewhere, Marcus admits that he misses José Mourinho in England. Plus, official Monster Energy Man™ Pete Donaldson shares his thoughts on the news that his nemesis RB Leipzig are out of Europe. Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: sh...
Dec 11, 2024•41 min
Death, taxes and Wolves not getting a decision from VAR. Marcus and Jim fear they might have just watched Gary O’Neil’s final match as Wolves manager. Elsewhere, Marcus compares Jarrod Bowen’s goal to Lionel Messi. He might just have gone too far this time... Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://w...
Dec 10, 2024•25 min
Chelsea are blossoming under Enzo Maresca. Pete tells Marcus and Jim the secret reason why Maresca was always the man capable of cleaning things up at Chelsea. Elsewhere, Jim's hopes for Arsenal's title tilt are fading. Plus, Man City drew away to Crystal Palace. A good point on the road for Man City when you consider the xB (expected bluster). Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up ...
Dec 09, 2024•57 min
Boring?? Not our beloved football! In the words of Marcus Speller: "I like marzipan but I wouldn't have it for breakfast, lunch and dinner." Marzipan Speller is joined by Luke and Andy to answer all of your questions on this week's Mailbag. It is simply unmissable stuff. Find us on BlueSky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month:&nbs...
Dec 07, 2024•43 min
Bournemouth have added Tottenham to their growing collection of scalps, much to the annoyance of Big Ange. Today, Luke tells Marcus and Andy why he thinks Daniel Levy needs to leave Tottenham so that they can fulfil their potential. Elsewhere, the Club World Cup draw has been completed. Is it possible that Andy Brassell is actually getting a little bit excited? Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: show@footballramb...
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Pete welcomes a jet lagged Luke Moore back on the pod, who are both here to guide Andy through last night’s football - all of which he second-screened while keeping up with the German Cup. Perv. Newcastle and Liverpool played out a Keggy-esque classic, with cracking goals and violent elbows flying in all over the gaff. Elsewhere, Ruben Amorim’s coup d’état was halted by Arsenal’s big blokes and a host of Premier League managers are under real pressure after last night’s poor performances. Will a...
Dec 05, 2024•57 min
Dear Ramblers, by the time you listen to this Julen Lopetegui may have been sacked. Don’t worry, we know how this goes… Today, Marcus, Andy and Pete bypass the Ramble curse by assessing Lopetegui’s potential replacements should West Ham decide to pull the trigger. Elsewhere, we’ve got a big beautiful match between Arsenal and Man United. Plus, Pete somehow forgets who Boris Johnson is. Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here...
Dec 04, 2024•54 min
Jim, Pete and The Bacon Boy are back with some more fat-chewing Tuesday chat™ as we draw comparisons between the mixed fortunes of Aston Villa and Newcastle, both of whom are struggling to scale previous heights. And, wait, why has Jason Tindall joined Creed? Elsewhere, we pour deserved scorn on FIFA’s ludicrous report into Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid - one that has deemed the risk of human rights violations as “medium” - and celebrate some lovely chaos from the FA Cup second round. Plus, ...
Dec 03, 2024•41 min
Has Pep Guardiola stayed for too long at the party? Today Marcus, tells Jim and Pete why Pep should have taken the England job after all… Elsewhere, Pete explains why Everton need another points deduction to spur them away from a relegation battle and we learn bizarrely how many cups of tea a day Gag O’Neil drinks. Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: [email protected] . Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon...
Dec 02, 2024•54 min
It’s that time of week once again, good people: Marcus, Jim & David Cartlidge are here to answer a whole host of footballing questions. They wonder who should replace Mo Salah at Liverpool and whether Steve Cooper is overrated. They also discuss the gap between the Premier League and the EFL, their favourite football decade and the two-club debate from last week rolls on! Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here:&nbs...
Nov 30, 2024•45 min
Marcus, Jim and OTC's David Cartlidge welcome in the weekend with a whistle stop tour of last night’s European action and a chunky preview of another banging Barclays weekend! Ruben Amorim’s already angry at Man United despite getting his first win and Spurs welcomed Claudio Ranieri back to England with another chaotic performance. Plus, we look ahead to what could prove to be the biggest game of the season, as Liverpool look to cash in their Man City voucher and go eleven points clear at the to...
Nov 29, 2024•50 min
Marcus and David Cartlidge settle in after another vintage European night at Anfield, as Liverpool’s various silky youngsters put on a clinic and Real Madrid continue to fluff their lines in their own competition. Probably still win the bloody thing… Elsewhere, Aston Villa were denied a famous win by a truly baffling refereeing decision after Emi Martinez aka The Human Habanero pulled off one of the best saves you’ll ever see. Guard your gloves… Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagr...
Nov 27, 2024•28 min
With all the Champions League action to get stuck into, Marcus and Jim have called in our favourite continental cousin for today’s show: Lars Sivertsen’s on the pod! We look over last night's differing English fortunes, as Man City's mental frailties were evident once again in a cataclysmic draw with Feyenoord. Maybe going Full Dyche is the answer? Elsewhere, the Arsenal machine rolls on and Mo Salah insists his delicate contract situation is entirely out of his control. Plus, Villa look ahead t...
Nov 27, 2024•48 min
Marcus and Jim are here to remind you that plenty of good stuff happens on Monday night, as West Ham stumbled across their passion for possession halfway through a vital win over Newcastle on Tyneside. How much will this performance ease the pressure on Julen Lopetegui and his squad of deceptively exceptional footballers? Why are Newcastle so inconsistent? And are the PIF Posse even that bothered? Plenty of questions for us to ponder, so join us! Find us on Bluesky , X , ...
Nov 25, 2024•29 min
