Football Ramble

Mailbag: Is this the end of the one-club man?

21 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Marcus Rashford has been all over the headlines this week – but does his deteriorating relationship with Man United tell us anything about the ‘on...

The Preview Show: A Christmas ding dong

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Ramble Reacts: Three gifts from Jesus

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

Mustard viewing

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Ramble Reacts: A Beckham-esque stunner

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Arise Sir Enes Ünal! There's nothing quite like a Barclays-flavoured treat to brighten up your Monday.Marcus and Jim react to Bournemouth’...

Not bad this league, is it?

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Two managerial sackings, a Manchester derby and a genuine Keystone Cops moment. What a weekend in the Barclays!Today, Marcus, Luke and Jim are actuall...

Mailbag: Will football remain a European-dominated sport?

14 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 re...

The Preview Show: Latter stage Oasis

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 Totten...

Jose’s Jugs

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

Ft. Jhon Durán

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 anot...

Ramble Reacts: Someone call The Ferryman

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 mana...

The xB Philosophy

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Mailbag: Has football become more boring?

07 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 S...

The Preview Show: A lovely collection of scalps

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 th...

Live Krafth Love

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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-screen...

A big beautiful match

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 Pet...

Who needs something the least?

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 N...

Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s hotstreak

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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, ...

Mailbag: Who should replace Mo Salah?

30 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 wond...

The Preview Show: Are you not entertained?

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 anothe...

Ramble Reacts: Liverpool power past Real Madrid

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Marcus and David Cartlidge settle in after another vintage European night at Anfield, as Liverpool’s various silky youngsters put on a clinic and Re...

Never go Full Dyche

27 Nov 2024

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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 Sivert...

Ramble Reacts: Newcastle get squashed by the Hammers

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 half...

Every empire falls

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One day, every empire must fall. Are Pep Guardiola's Manchester City about to topple? Marcus, Jim and Andy discuss whether the fatigue has finally bec...

Mailbag: Should celebrities be buying football clubs?

23 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Oh yes, it's that time of the week good people. Time to untie the knot and get stuck into some of your questions for this week's Mailbag.Marcus, Luke ...

The Preview Show: The Manchester United Rats

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ruben Amorim is preparing to take charge of his first game as Manchester United manager and Marcus, Pete and Jim have one question… Can he turn Anto...

Ramble Uncut: Are you gonna eat that?

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hi gang! Today, we're bringing you a special teaser of what you can expect every week on the Football Ramble Patreon.For just $5 a month, you'll get a...

Wilson’s wonderful wand

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What is Pep Guardiola's five-year plan? Why are Algeria being crowned as 'Unofficial World Champions'? Is the Swindon training ground really haunted? ...

Farewell, Lee

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

They say all good things must come to an end, and in Lee Carsley's case maybe he wanted it that way - or maybe he didn't? Honestly, who knows.Marcus, ...

We are going up

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

England have been promoted to Nations League group A. EEEEEEEAAAAASSSSSAAAAAYYYY!!Today, Marcus, Luke and Vish are here to celebrate the promotion. Lu...

Mailbag: Is it time to bring in foreign referees?

16 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a pretty normal week in the world of PUG-MOL. But for some reason we got lots of questions about referees this week. Can anybody think why?M...

The Preview show: Have another look at that

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We've had Owen Hargreaves. We've had Michael Carrick. We've had Angel Gomes. And now, we've got Curtis Jones. Is he the answer we've craved for in Eng...

Sweet Greek revenge

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Following an embarrassing display at Wembley, England head to Greece tonight in search of sweet revenge knowing a convincing win would be enough to ge...

Give Them Yo' Vote

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Marcus launches his campaign to be the next Match of the Day presenter and fulfils his obligation to plug Pitbull’s upcoming gig in London. He's als...

Title in Comic Sans

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Roberto De Zerbi has had his overhead projector out again, this time to show off his Manchester United contract to get all his Marseille players motiv...

Panic on the streets of Manchester

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do Pep Guardiola and Stuart Pearce have in common? Marcus, Luke and Vish find out on today’s episode.Elsewhere, Ipswich won their first Premier...

Mailbag: What's the point in supporting a mid-table club?

09 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It can be tough supporting a mid-table club. Supporters of Fulham, West Ham, Crystal Palace and Manchester United will know that feeling all too well....

The Preview Show: The Chelsea vending machine

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chelsea B beat FC Noah 8-0 in the Europa Conference League last night. At this stage, it just feels disrespectful. Will Chelsea show more respect to A...

Ramble Reacts: Arsenal falter again

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

And look what they made Jim do. He’s only gone and smashed all his precious Ming vases in his living room.Marcus and Jim review a difficult night fo...

Peter the piano man

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We all know what radiation poisoning feels like, right? Surely? No? Well, according to Pete Donaldson it is similar to answering a question from Gary ...

Ramble Reacts: Harry “king of the skies” Wilson

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Oh, what a night! Harry Wilson scores a beautiful stoppage time brace for Fulham, Jim Campbell reveals he has a hidden music career and Pete Donaldson...

Put a Tonk on it

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When Anthony Gordon whipped in a beautiful ball from the right flank with his right foot, Marcus could draw only one conclusion: "We’ve got our game...

Mailbag: Will the Carabao Cup survive?

02 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As FIFA unveils a new tournament every weekend and injuries pile up, we start today’s show wondering if the majestic Carabao Cup can survive the dem...

The Preview Show: Can we still use our voucher?

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Hey Ruud, do you know how to fix a roof?” Ruud van Nistelrooy wants to stay at Man United after Rúben Amorim gets the job and Pete has an idea o...

Ramble Reacts: Spurs send City packing on a vintage night of Carabao

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Pete and Luke raise their heads from the overflowing Carabao trough to recap a chaotic night in England’s premier energy drink-adjacent sports compe...

We’re Team Erik

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Banning Cristiano Ronaldo from getting his trainers, redoing the plumbing himself, pocketing a cool £15 million on departure… Turns out Erik ten Ha...

The Maresca in the madness

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Time for more Tuesday chat! Marcus, Jim and Vish look over Chelsea’s curiously impressive start, as their young players continue to kick on and Enzo...

Ramble Reacts: Erik ten Hag has left Manchester United!

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The seemingly inevitable has happened: after just four wins from 14 games - and an hour after we left the studio - Erik ten Hag has lost his job. Spar...

Hi Man City, can we get a lift?

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Points shared at the Emirates but which side are happier? Today, Marcus, Jim, and Vish are here to unpick another fabulous weekend of Premier League a...

Mailbag: How do we deal with football conspiracies?

26 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Were the moon landings faked? Did aliens build the pyramids? Did Howard Webb intervene to get William Saliba sent off against Bournemouth?Philosophers...

The Preview Show: The Slot Factor

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Death, taxes and Jose Mourinho getting sent off on a big European night. The Special One played the hits against Man United and today Marcus...

Ramble Reacts: Liverpool pass another test

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Liverpool travelled to the Red Bull Arena and left with all three points. Naturally, Pete is wearing his Monster Energy hat to celebrate.Tod...

Haystacks Peace and the pesky prattling parrot

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

ASTON VILLA ARE TOP OF THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE! Does that mean Emi Martínez gets a new trophy to hump? Today, Marcus, Andy, Jim and Vish commend Unai Em...

Ramble Reacts: Crystal Palace’s woes continue

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Grandad Roy, come and help Uncle Marc, would you?Nottingham Forest beat Crystal Palace 1-0 and continued their remarkable defensive record, all while ...

Battle of the little boys

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Arne Slot’s lot are still top of the table! Marcus, Luke, Vish and Pete talk through a pulsating Sunday afternoon showdown with Chelsea – but than...

Mailbag: Do we need chaotic managers?

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Right then, Tommy Tuchs has got the big job so now we wait for the inevitable chaos that trails in his path. It's going to be box office, but is the e...

The Preview Show: Give it Thomas Frank

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Barclays is back! Marcus, Andy, Jim and Pete are fizzing at the prospect of a goalmongous return when Spurs play West Ham in the Premier League to...

Ramble Uncut: Jay Rayner and The Turbines

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're bringing you a special teaser of what you can expect every week on the Football Ramble Patreon.For just $5 a month, you'll get an extende...

My giddy aunt, it’s Thomas Tuchel!

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“It’s difficult to believe, at this point, that the FA are in negotiations with Thomas Tuchel” - Luke Moore, 15th October 2024.Marcus, Luke and ...

I do want the job, but I haven’t applied

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a Lions Watch takeover! Marcus and Luke cast their deciding votes on the future of the England managerial post: has Lee Carsley passed the job ...

You are not entertained

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who's more confused, Lee Carsley or Pete Donaldson? A question which is in itself so confusing that we're really confused trying to answer it. All we ...

Mailbag: How do we fix the international break?

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's the bloomin' weekend and luckily for you, it's full of Nations League excitement. Seriously though, the whole football calendar is an absolute me...

The Preview Show: A confusing broth

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lee Carsley experimented with starting all the cooks for England and what transpired was one confusing broth. Today, Luke tells Marcus and Vish why En...

Mama Marcus

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is that… a half fit Harry Kane trundling up the pitch? Oh YES! International football is back and England face Greece tonight!Marcus, Pete and Andy ...

Manchester City’s glove emporium

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Manchester City laid the smallest of gloves on the Premier League this week. But what does it all mean? Today, Marcus and Andy crossover to our offici...

Introducing: The English Disease

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is a podcast we think you’re going to love. Our friends at Stak have made a unique six-part documentary about hooliganism in English football.F...

Timmy ten Hag

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Well, it looks like Erik Ten Hag has bought himself a bit of time following one of the dullest games the Premier League has ever seen. In other words,...

Andy Carroll for England

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is it Tottenham’s fault that people call 2-0 a dangerous scoreline? Today, even Jim admits to Marcus and Pete that he has some sympathy for Spurs fa...

Mailbag: Is it okay for fans to leave early?

05 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After the Emirates began to empty out despite Arsenal’s 2-0 lead over PSG, should fans who leave early be called out for their disloyalty? Or should...

The Preview Show: Donaldson & Champion

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Could Pete kick through a door? That’s the big question he poses to Luke, Andy and Vish on today’s Ramble.Elsewhere, Andy also finds some time to ...

Ramble Reacts: A momentous night for Aston Villa

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

And to mark the occasion Pete and Luke are sniffing some mysterious minty white powder. IT’S MENTHOL, ALL RIGHT!They discuss that Jhon Durán goal, ...

Mike Sheep

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal could only manage a 2-0 win at home to PSG. Pathetic. Today, Pete, Vish and Jim (mainly Pete) are here to question why Arsenal weren’t able ...

Ramble Reacts: The Cherries beat the sea slugs

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bournemouth beat Southampton 3-1, which means Southampton are still languishing near the bottom of the table. Just how Luke likes it…Today, he and J...

Vish’s public therapy

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are gathered here today to help our friend Vithushan Ehantharajah whose football team has fallen on hard times. Please take a moment to think of Vi...

Mailbag: Are the dark arts getting darker?

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Marcus, Luke and Jim discuss whether the dark arts are becoming more common in modern football. Why are we answering that question now, you ask? Well,...

The Preview Show: Qaraline Quentin

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Qarabag could have descended on the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on a fleet of bikes. Qarabag’s manager Gurban Gurbanov COULD have been drinking some C...

Ramble Reacts: Liverpool excite, Man United disappoint

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was far from plain sailing but Liverpool were ruthless against West Ham in the Rigobert Song derby, while in the Steve McClaren derby Man United re...

#WeDreamAndAchieve

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

THE RAMBLE. A podcasting masterpiece towering 500 metres above sea level, but a land-saving 200 metres wide. #RambleNationalDayMarcus, Luke and Jim re...

A gouty time in France

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Time for a Tuesday tickle! Marcus, Vish and Jim discuss Aston Villa’s breakneck start to the season and Morgan Rogers and Ollie Watkins turning into...

A proper Barclays bash

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Marcus, Jim and Vish as we recap the biggest game of the season so far, where Arsenal had to be at their dastardly, ugly best to keep Man City at...

Mailbag: Should players strike when they’re paid so much?

21 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A listener gets in touch asking how Rodri can possibly complain about too many games when he signed a new Man City contract after the new Champions Le...

The Preview Show: B.A.S.I.C.S

20 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Football Ramble have managed to gain exclusive access to Mikel Arteta’s team talk for their trip to Man City on Sunday… “Live. Laugh. Love.”...

Ramble Reacts: You chicken nugget

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Could players really go on strike? And just how much will certain journalists at certain newspapers lose their nut if they do?Night two of three in th...

An ice skating score

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Champions League is back and it was an emphatic night for Aston Villa on their return to Europe's top table. *Insert gag about it looking like men...

Bald fraud

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Premier League vs Man City began yesterday. And while Lionel Hutz is still reading out the charges, we thought we better try and get our heads aro...

The Phil Brown Theory

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone at the Football Ramble would like to offer a deep and sincere apology to Nuno Espírito Santo and all the players and fans of Nottingham Fore...

Mailbag: What are we looking forward to about the Champions League?

14 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Before the Premier League’s return, our eyes are also wandering across to the continent of course! The Champions League is back next week and after ...

The Preview Shows: See it, Say it, Save defenders

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the North London Derby this weekend and Marcus is naturally excited by England’s Raheem Sterling potentially being involved. Today, he's join...

Stars and Stripes and Lemons

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Marcus, Luke and Jim are back together, all happy in one friendly sack.But you know who isn’t in one friendly sack? Chelsea’s owners. Amidst repor...

The short kingdom

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Harry Kane celebrated his 100th England cap last night by wearing a pair of golden Skechers. Charlie Kane must be really proud of himself for organisi...

Koeman vs Bergwijn

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Koeman vs Bergwijn, Gordon Ramsay vs Jeremy Clarkson and – the derby of Europe – England vs Finland. Marcus, Luke and Jim are back to talk about a...

A practice stir

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lee Carsley’s first game as interim England manager started amongst a media storm. Perfect preparation for getting the job full-time then…Today, M...

Mailbag: How do England move on from Southgate?

07 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, the post-Southgate era begins. Introducing… Carsball? Nah.One listener wonders just how important it is that England are radically different ...

The Preview Show: Get your scraps

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

San Marino officially “got their scraps” last night. Marcus, Luke and Andy are here to celebrate a historic night as they earned their first-ever ...

Angel Delight

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Three games into the new season and we’ve already got an international break… brilliant! Today, Marcus and Luke discuss Lee Carsley's brave but ex...

Steve Bruce’s farewell kiss

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Steve Bruce is back, baby! Today, Marcus, Jim and Pete celebrate his arrival at Blackpool by trying to decide if they would rather go for a drink with...

Can I bring my wee mate?

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone wants to bring a wee mate with them on deadline day, right? This year, the end of the window actually threw up some fascinating storylines fo...

The Goodison Chainsaw Massacre

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Everything looked so good for Everton but like all good horror films, it all went wrong in the end. Today, Marcus, Luke, Jim and Pete show a degree of...

Mailbag: What’s the toughest job in world football?

31 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the transfer window shut Marcus, Jim and Andy dream up some transfers from football history they wish they could’ve forced through. Jim’s pac...

The Preview Show: Who ate all the sausages?

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Pete and Andy have a Freaky Friday body swap, which means Pete tells Marcus and Jim about some Turkish transfer news and Andy tells us about a ...