Football Ramble
Episodes
My Biddy Aunt: Goalkeepers
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 silverwar...
The Preview Show: St. Eddie’s Day
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 mea...
Lions Watch: Which of England's fringe players should go to the World Cup?
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ge...
My Fizzy Aunt
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Mailbag: What’s our biggest England concern ahead of the World Cup?
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ki...
Hot knob at night...
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
My Biddy Aunt: International icons
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 betwee...
The Preview Show: Thomas Tuchel's Chocolate Factory
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Ramble Uncut: The holy manager
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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...
It’s time for a commercial break
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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, despe...
Mailbag: Would a Spurs relegation be good or bad for the Premier League?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
The Kepa Trilogy
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
Jack’s Encyclopaedia: Youngest scorers, Tottenham’s keepers and League Cup winners
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"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 ...
The Preview Show: Going full biff
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 discu...
Can I have a glass of gears please?
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 o...
My kind of buffet
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Mailbag: Has Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City failed in Europe?
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With several sides looking to restore some PROPA NAUGHTY ENGLISH PRIDE in the Champions League this week, Marcus, Luke and Jim wrestle with a potentia...
I swear you’ll never see a weekend like this ever again
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 re...
My Biddy Aunt: Penalty takers
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As David slew Goliath, the Luke Nation emerged victorious against the Ehantharajah Empire last week, which has left Vish clinging only to the My Biddy...
The Preview Show: Match of das Tag
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ladies and gentlemen, we've made it to the weekend once again. Fancy a bit of Premier League footy? Pull out a seat, wrap a napkin round your neck and...
A European curse
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a bad week for the English clubs in Europe. But don’t worry, if we just keep calm and carry on, we are sure to get ‘em next week, chap...
Won’t the real Tottenham Hotspur please stand up
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After their home defeat to Crystal Palace, you really thought things couldn’t get worse for Tottenham Hotspur. Turns out they very, very much can. A...
Mailbag: Who needs a Champions League run the most?
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With several English sides gearing up for the Champions League, Marcus, Luke and Vish wonder which outsider would benefit most from a deep run? A remi...
Not another Peter Andre song
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We now know most of our FA Cup quarter-finalists and Marcus is furious that Fulham aren't among them. Today, Marcus, Luke and Vish explain why it was ...
Jack’s Encyclopaedia: Premier League Frenchmen, most minutes, and FA Cup fifth-rounders
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Just as it looked like all hope was lost, with the authoritative Ehantharajah Empire commanding the lands, the Luke Nation has emerged from the darkne...
Daniel Farke’s Park Run
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's gone from 'they can't, can they?' to 'it's happening, isn't it?' Tottenham Hotspur are in a terrible state. Now, having lost five Premier League ...
A goal… but in what minute?
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Good morning, Ramblers. Just to let you know, Mr Donaldson is here in place of Mr Speller today. Please be nice to him because he has forgotten his gl...
Give us a howl
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Young Robby Edwards and his pack of wolves are back in the hunt! Teeth still red after a successful mauling of Aston Villa, they've only gone and take...
Mailbag: How should we judge new signings?
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With high-profile transfers being increasingly scrutinised by the football media machine, we wonder why it’s so difficult to properly assess new arr...
Daniel Farke? Scarper
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to bears, if it's brown, lay down. If it's black, fight back. If it's white, goodnight. And if it's a Daniel Farke Care Bear? Marcu...
Jack's Encyclopaedia: Goal involvement kings, Thomas Frank's rare wins, and City's European darlings
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After a meeting of the Ramble intercontinental senate, it's been decreed that the Ehantharajah Empire has simply been too powerful in the My Biddy Aun...
The Preview Show: Leave the rat alone
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's the weekend everybody! And we've got a chocker Fri, Sat and Sun full of football goodness. Arsenal host Chelsea in the big one on Sunday. As both...
What about the Champions League
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On a night where Vinícius Júnior didn't need to answer to anyone, he did anyway with a brilliantly taken winner against Benfica. The dance goes on.P...
The LinkedIn Derby
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Those Qarabağ boys didn't go down without a fight! Newcastle already had one foot in the round of 16, which allowed Eddie Howe to give Nick Woltemade...
Mailbag: Can multi-club ownership be defended?
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A nice light, noncontroversial one to kick off today’s Mailbag: are multi-club ownership models a necessary evil in modern football, or a blight on ...
Blame the big bloke
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Arsenal are back in the driving seat after a comprehensive 4-1 win over their North London rivals. Big Igor Tudor... what kind of disaster have you wa...
My Biddy Aunt: Relegatees
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After Marcus was humiliated, embarrassed, trounced (take your pick) by Vish last weekend, the honourable Republic of Jimbabwe is entering the field to...
The Preview Show: The Fire Starter
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Vítor Pereira got off to a stunning start at Nottingham Forest by beating Fenerbahçe 3-0 last night. First the... Europa League play-off first leg w...
Lose cruise
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Arsenal boat is desperately trying to find some more timber to generate enough steam to power them to a Premier League title.Today, Pete, Luke and...
Thomas Tuchelitis
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Champions League is back! Today, Marcus, Luke and Jim review an evening that was disappointingly overshadowed by allegations of racist abuse in Be...
Mailbag: Can Igor Tudor save Spurs?
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
And will they even need saving? Marcus, Luke and Vish ponder on the latest victim in Spurs' hot-seat. At least any potential Tudor chant can't be any ...
Bring me the jam
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Marco Bizot, where were you going? It was nice of him to try and take the attention off Chris Kavanagh. Today, Marcus, Luke and Vish are here to pick ...
My Biddy Aunt: S***houses
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach Valentine's Day, we're dropping Jack and his frankly unromantic encyclopaedia, and we're bringing in our lovely Biddy Aunt.The Marcus M...
The Preview Show: Chuck the league
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Well, well, well, ladies and gents. We've got our title race back. Arsenal dropped points once again at the Henry Hoover Stadium. Four points is the g...
HE’S FIRED!
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The merry-go-round won't stop for anyone. Sean Dyche is the latest Premier League manager to be sacked, and Pete, Luke and Jim are here to revel in th...
A Frank dismissal
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s happened again, a Premier League manager was sacked mid-Ramble. We must thank David Ornstein for his tireless work.Today, Marcus, Luke and Jim ...
Mailbag: Has Eddie Howe taken Newcastle as far as he can?
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Despite some amazing highs over the last few years - including some apoplectic hangovers for Donaldson - plenty of you have been asking if Newcastle h...
Weekend of the Month
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Liverpool 1-2 Manchester City, everyone did their job, the rules were applied, good process. But how do we really feel about it? That's what Marcus, V...
Jack's Encyclopaedia: Ian Holloway's clubs, Prem referees, and League Cup losers
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Ehantharajah Empire reigns supreme over the Ramble galaxy, having crushed the Luke Nation and Marcus Mount since it's return to the world stage. B...
The Preview Show: He’d look a right Charlie
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The weekend is here ladies and gents, and Big Dada Premier League has been kind with his offering to us this week. Man United vs Spurs, Liverpool vs M...
Exceedingly Good Carabao
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Manchester City eased past Newcastle to set up a Carabao Cup final with Arsenal. The master meets the apprentice.Today, Marcus and Luke consider how t...
Will you join us in the rumpus room?
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Arsenal are through the Carabao Cup final! Were Chelsea’s tactics understandable or unforgivable? Today, Marcus, Luke and Jim gather in the Football...
Mailbag: Who’s getting relegated from the Premier League this season?
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The bottom of the Premier League is looking more wide open than we’ve seen it in years! West Ham, Nottingham Forest, Leeds, Palace, and Spurs are al...
North London Together
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There was an amazing display of unity in North London as Tottenham banded together to help Arsenal win the Premier League this weekend. Haha, no but s...
Jack's Encyclopaedia: Champions League advancers, Thomas Frank favourites, and the most offsides
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Ehantharajah Empire has bludgeoned its way through the Luke Nation, leaving every member of the public in its wake. Only Luke and the Kingdom of S...
The Preview Show: When a Crunchie comes your way
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It was a big night for young Jamaldeen Jimoh-Aloba in the Europa League last night. European debut and a goal to match? Lovely stuff. Unai Emery has s...
Today I feel Swiss
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What a night for the Swiss model! Just as Anatoliy Trubin was firing in that header we couldn’t help but think: are you not entertained, Vish?Today,...
Narrative everywhere
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Antonio Conte “welcomes” his former club Chelsea, Pep Guardiola “welcomes” some former players to Manchester, our Spurs play against the Germa...
Mailbag: How should we judge Arne Slot’s second season?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Marcus, Luke and Jim try to have a reasoned discussion about Arne Slot’s reputation after a middling second season and the looming figure of Xabi Al...
Where’s that steam going?
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Weeks ago, Luke suggested that Arsenal are running out of steam. He was ridiculed, shamed, the pitchforks came out. But what if he was right all along...
My Biddy Aunt: Managers
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Just as it looked like all hope was lost, the Ehantharajah Empire is here to rescue us! That's right, Vish is back and ready to rip the belt from the ...
The Preview Show: Disgracing Her Majesty’s Terminal
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Things are finally starting to look good for Manchester United ahead of their big game against Arsenal this weekend. A convincing win against their ci...
Chippy Slot
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Vish is on the pod, Vish is on the pod! Manchester United win the derby and suddenly Vish swans back in like he’s never been away. Today, he’...
The Chelsea scrapheap
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Was Marcus Speller right all along? Is the Manchester City empire really crumbling? Jim and David join Marcus to review a torrid night in Europe for P...
Mailbag: Twit tw-who should Crystal Palace appoint next?
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver Glasner has set fire to his own ship at Crystal Palace, so imagine this - which old reliable strigiform is ready to swoop from the skies and ex...
The Manchester United way
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ole Gunnar Solskjær’s suckle on the teat was too hard, Ruben Amorim’s too soft, but Michael Carrick’s is just right. That, ladies and gentlemen...
Jack's Encyclopaedia: Manchester derby XI's, Championship managers, and Premier League loyalists
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After weeks of negotiation, the Luke Nation has agreed to step away from Jack’s Encyclopaedia (for now)...But he is in attendance as the greatest ga...
The Preview Show: A bottle of aftershock
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's the Manchester derby this weekend, so how are both sides preparing? Man United have brought back Michael Carrick for another suckle on Sir Alex's...
Ramble Reacts: Carabao chaos at Stamford Bridge
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Arsenal have the advantage after the League Cup semi-final first leg. Marcus and David were treated to five goals in a slightly confusing night at Sta...
I only cheat myself
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Antoine Semenyo is not only scoring goals but he’s currently top of the English football vibes table. However, Marcus, Luke and Pete are, controvers...
Mailbag: What makes a big club?
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Marcus, Luke and Jim round off a barnstorming FA Cup weekend by reminding everyone what the magic of the cup is really about: not getting slapped 10-1...
Dawson's Peak
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What a weekend! Macclesfield climbed to the peak of Mount Everest to pull off the greatest FA Cup upset of all time. Today, Marcus, Luke and Jim are h...
My Biddy Aunt: FA Cup Icons
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Luke makes his return to the My Biddy Aunt arena for the first time in 2026, but can the Marcus Mount cause a new year upset? On FA Cup weekend, anyth...
The Preview Show: No Sleep Till Lisbon
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The FA Cup third round is typically Luke Moore’s favourite weekend of the year. It’s just a shame for him that Portsmouth have to play Arsenal, re...
Introducing: The Thing About Arsenal
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Calling all Gooners! 'The Thing About Arsenal' is the brand new Arsenal podcast that does things differently, featuring our very own Jim Campbell!Thin...
28 Petes Later
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Donny is in charge on today’s Ramble and he’s plotting some new surgery to extend his collarbones. He might also add in a few extra ribs while he'...
Please Sir Alex, can I have some milk?
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Darren Fletcher, the new Manchester United interim manager, is the latest former player to suckle on the teat of Sir Alex Ferguson. There's nothing li...
Mailbag: Has Ruben Amorim ruined his reputation?
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Ruben Amorim era is officially over at Manchester United – what's next? Marcus, Luke and Jim shake their heads at the league's most chaotic club...
Out in 2026: The curse of the Ramble
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We know what you’re thinking, 'the curse of the Ramble and all that', but it’s a new year and that means fresh beginnings. Ladies and gentlemen, R...
My Biddy Aunt: January Transfers
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone bangs about new beginnings when the new year rolls around *cough*Jake Humphrey*cough*, but at Ramble HQ, we actually mean it. David Cartlidge...
The Preview Show: Can I get sacked in the morning?
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Enzo Maresca is set to embark on a new career as a novelist. Will his first book be a tragedy by any chance?Today, Pete, who is still covered in Chris...
Best of Ramble Uncut 2025
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Happy new year Ramblers! Whether you're nursing a hangover like Pete or nursing a sugar crash like Marcus, we've got the tonic for you today with some...
Arsenal get their steam back
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In case you weren't aware, Arsenal won quite convincingly against Aston Villa on Tuesday night. On Monday, Luke suggested they were running out of ste...
Mailbag: How much trouble are West Ham really in?
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Look away now, West Ham fans - we’ve got to have a chat about how poor they’ve been this season, with the real threat of relegation looming over t...
Live from the Christmas Perineum
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marcus, Luke and Pete slide gently into the Christmas perineum, with a barn-burning round of Barclays representing the nuts and Speller’s game of En...
Best of the Football Ramble 2025: Part 2
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with another sack full of clips highlighting the very best moments from the second half of 2025. We've got everything from the Lambton Worm...
Best of the Football Ramble 2025: Part 1
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fear not, the Ramble is here to fill the Premier League-shaped hole in your Boxing Day!Across two parts, Marcus shares our very favourite moments of t...
My Biddy Aunt: Christmas Special!
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Merry Christmas Ramblers! As you enjoy a glass of eggnog on this fine day, remember, it's your Christmas too. So move away from the turkey, step back ...
The Preview Show: Absolute Lims
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marcus, Luke and Jim bring you good Ramblings on Christmas Eve! They discuss Arsenal's confidence and bank account-boosting win against Crystal Palace...
Mailbag: Are Wolves the worst team in Premier League history?
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's probably fair to say at this point that Wolverhampton Wanderers are as dead as a dodo. Two points from 17 games and staring relegation right down...
Play that ukulele
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Big Mama Premier League gifted us a barn-burning weekend right on the eve of Christmas. Gosh, we must have been good this year.Today, Marcus, David an...
My Biddy Aunt: Footballers turned broadcasters
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to the assistance of multiple NGOs, Luke has agreed to temporarily withdraw his troops from the My Biddy Aunt battleground. That allows the Kin...
The Preview Show: Can you sniff it?
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can Everton use glue to beat Arsenal? What did Wayne Rooney send Duncan Ferguson in prison? Have FIFA really started deciding the result of games ...
Control your own X (formerly known as Twitter)
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marcus and Pete had to be kept apart after Newcastle and Fulham did battle last night. Today, they were joined by Jim to unpack another night of sweet...
Pete’s cheesy knees
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re into the business end of the Carabao! Although there wasn’t an upset last night, Marcus, Pete and Luke give Cardiff their dues for a spirite...
Mailbag: What is going on with ticket prices for the World Cup?
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's going to cost a lot of money to go to this summer's World Cup. So what will happen to the atmosphere at games? And just how many people on X are ...
Mackem Mayhem
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s more bleak? Newcastle’s derby day performance or the thought of Pete Donaldson spending his Sunday afternoon in an indie club?Today, Pete l...
Jack's Encyclopaedia: Mo Salah's favourite teammates, a Newcastle vs Sunderland throwback, and Andy Brassell's Instagram
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After weeks of feverish anticipation, Jack's Encyclopaedia returns! And there are a couple of absolute s**t-offs in this one...Pete of Donaco adjudica...
The Preview Show: Beauty and the Pete
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pete’s got a new haircare routine! It’s got him in the mood to gorge on some festive Europa League action. Today, he's joined by Marcus and Luke f...
Souness gets the hump
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A big night in the Champions League, but an even bigger night for the Official Martin Keown Fan Club here at the Football Ramble. Seriously though, it...