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The Famous Sloping Pitch with Nick Hancock and Chris England

Nick Hancock and Chris England
Nick Hancock and Chris England are old friends who have both been struck by the same soul-shattering thought: "how is it that everything that has changed about football since I started watching it has made it a little bit more s**t?". You can support the podcast and get extra bonus content over at https://www.anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch - or download the Another Slice app on your phone. There's also an option to subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify if that suits you better. By subscribing you keep the podcast going and also get a weekly ad-free version of the show, plus two bonus episodes a month reviewing a different season.
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Episodes

Ep. 3.23 - A Complete Pleat Bleat

Nick and Chris discuss the ongoing Everton/Forest saga, the spelling of the Rotherham manager’s name and - of course - some Oldham shite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 19, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 23

Ep. 3.22 - All wars are arms wars

Nick and Chris pay tribute to World Cup legends Franz Beckenbauer and Mário Zagallo, discuss the FA Cup and - of course - some Oldham shite. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch . For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...

Jan 12, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 3Ep. 22

Ep. 3.21 - A Duff Roast Potato

Nick and Chris discuss Manchester United takeover, Wayne Rooney’s job prospects and - of course - some Oldham shite. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch . For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 05, 20241 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 21

FSP Backpass Taster: 1969/70 (feat. Andy Hamilton)

As we're having a week off we thought we'd gift you a belated Christmas present - the first episode of our brand new spinoff series "FSP Backpass" where we go through a different season in each episode and give it the Sloping Pitch treatment. If you like what you hear, there's a new episode every fortnight over on our subscription page: https://www.anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch where you can also find our regular episodes ad-free every week too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

Dec 29, 202356 min

Ep. 3.20 - European Court Of Tennis

Nick and Chris discuss “El Grassico”, the Club World Cup and - of course - some Oldham shite. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch . For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them. And why not gift a subscription to the biggest FSP fan you know for Christmas, we personally can’t think ...

Dec 22, 20231 hr 5 minSeason 3Ep. 20

Ep. 3.19 - The 100th

To celebrate a century of episodes, Nick and Chris discuss abuse of referees, points deductions and Joey Barton. Oh, and of course, some Oldham s**t. —————————————— But, hark! There’s more news - because from today you can official support the podcast by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch . If you do so, you’ll get: an ad-free version of the podcast every week fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them priority access to any ticket...

Dec 15, 20231 hr 5 minSeason 3Ep. 19

Ep. 3.18 - Dire Raya

Nick and Chris discuss sin bins, how everything is absolutely all fine with Erik ten Hag and - of course - some Oldham shite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 08, 20231 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 18

Ep. 3.17 - Back to the Fuchsia

Nick and Chris discuss *that* Newcastle incident, pay tribute to Terry Venables plus - of course - some Oldham shite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 01, 20231 hr 5 minSeason 3Ep. 17

Ep. 3.16 - Ian Beale’s Sex Appeal

Nick and Chris reflect on the international break, discuss ineligible players and - of course - there’s some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 24, 20231 hr 8 minSeason 3Ep. 16

Ep. 3.15 - Who even gives an indirect free kick anymore?

Nick and Chris discuss warm up body cams, sin bin cards and - of course - some Oldham shit as we head into the international break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 17, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 15

Ep. 3.14 - Chris England: Independent Football Regulator

Nick and Chris discuss Arteta’s tantrum, The King’s plans for an independent regulator and, of course, some Oldham shite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 10, 20231 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 14

Ep. 3.13 - Mike Ashley’s Helicopter

Nick and Chris discuss the Ballon d'Or, Hitler's impact on Stoke City and - of course - some Oldham shite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 03, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 13

Ep. 3.12 - More Colonel Hall Impressions

Nick and Chris remember Sir Bobby Charlton, as well as discussing European travels, a good week for Stoke and - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 26, 20231 hr 5 minSeason 3Ep. 12

Ep. 3.11 - Andy Hamilton is back

Andy Hamilton joins Nick and Chris to tell them all about his new book Blue Was The Colour: A Tale of Tarnished Love which - quite frankly - is about as close to a literary version of this podcast as you're likely to get. They also discuss England's win over Italy and all the associated palavers, while the international break means a week off of the Oldham shit. Or is it...? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 20, 202356 minSeason 3Ep. 11

Ep. 3.10 - The Showaddywaddy Footballing Dynasty

Nick and Chris discuss the world’s least competitive Euros bid, City’s recent slump and, of course, some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 13, 20231 hrSeason 3Ep. 10

Ep. 3.9 - The Paraguay Reason

Nick and Chris discuss the three continent World Cup, the latest VAR howler, and - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 06, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Ep. 3.8 - Saudio Mane

Nick and Chris discuss the North London derby, the quality of Villa’s shirts and - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 29, 20231 hrSeason 3Ep. 8

Ep. 3.7 - A Disappointing Christmas

Nick and Chris discuss a bad week for both their teams, an underwhelming weekend of football all around plus - of course, and as previously alluded to - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 22, 202359 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Ep. 3.6 - Baccara’s Second Single

Nick and Chris discuss the international fixtures, the continued American takeover of British football and, of course, some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 14, 202358 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Ep. 3.5 - Do you like entertainment, Jermaine?

Nick and Chris discuss Jordan Henderson’s move, the mic’d (sic) up officials saga, plus - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 08, 202358 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Ep. 3.4 - The Baldest Profession

Nick and Chris discuss the PFA awards, the ongoing refereeing saga and - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 01, 202356 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Ep. 3.3 - FSP Sans Frontières

Nick and Christ discuss the Women’s World Cup final, Manchester United’s utter madness and - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 25, 202354 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Ep. 3.2 - Daniel Sturridge singing Usher

Nick and Chris are back to discuss the Lionesses, Neymar’s staggering new Saudi contract and, of course, some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 18, 202358 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Ep. 3.1 - Here We Go Again

Nick Hancock and Chris England return for a new season, reviewing everything that's happened since last they met, discussing the latest transfer movements and - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 11, 202354 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Ep. 2.41 - And That Is That

Nick and Chris discuss the end of the football season: relegation, playoffs, awards and, of course, some Oldham shite. Thank you for all your support this season, it means the world - we'll be back before you know it...! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 01, 20231 hr 15 minSeason 2Ep. 41

Ep. 2.40 - The Haaland Globetrotters

Nick and Chris discuss the end of the Premier League title race, the madness of the League One playoff semi-finals and, of course, some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 25, 20231 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 40

Ep. 2.39 - Remembering Andy Smart

Nick and Chris pay tribute to their dear friend and beloved FSP guest Andy Smart, who sadly died this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 18, 202352 minSeason 2Ep. 29

Ep. 2.38 - Go and cook yourself an egg

Nick and Chris talk national anthems, space age monitoring and, of course, some Oldham shit. If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 11, 202358 minSeason 2Ep. 38

Ep. 2.37 - A Coronation Special

Nick and Chris discuss Messi’s suspension, Sam Allardyce’s new job and, of course, some Oldham shit. If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 04, 202358 minSeason 2Ep. 37

Ep. 2.36 - Groin News

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss Man City v Arsenal, kick off times, the UFEA salary cap, Chris’ guttering, and of course, some Oldham shit. If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 28, 202345 min
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