The Game

The Game Six - Episode 35 - Balotelli could cost City the title

02 Apr 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Also, Liverpool in disarray once more and the panel of Gabriele Marcotti, Oliver Kay, Alyson Rudd and Ben Smith get to work on solving the future of E...

The Game Six - Episode 34 - Why did Spurs slip?

26 Mar 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, eyes on Glasgow after an eventful weekend for the Old Firm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 33 - United behind Muamba

19 Mar 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, in depth analysis of Liverpool versus Stoke and Wolves versus Manchester United Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 32 - City's Swans Dive

12 Mar 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, praise for Brendan Rodgers and debate on the FA's approach to management recruitment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

The Game Six - Bonus - Premier League Q&A

06 Mar 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Latest on broadcasting rights, Football Data Co & PL in the community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 31 - Villas-Boas sacking inevitable

05 Mar 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, reaction to Spurs v Man United and Newcastle v Sunderland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 30 - Psycho a calming influence?

27 Feb 2012

Contributed by Lukas

The panel pick apart Stuart Pearce's England squad for the Holland friendly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 29 - Does a side need to go bust?

20 Feb 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, praise for Hughton and O'Neill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 28 - Suarez has made a fool of Dalglish

13 Feb 2012

Contributed by Lukas

The latest from another soap opera style week in football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 27 - John Terry should miss Euro 2012

06 Feb 2012

Contributed by Lukas

If the FA follow correct protocol, the Chelsea defender should not be going to Euro 2012 at all, let alone as captain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

The Game Six - Episode 26 - Evra abuse sullies game

30 Jan 2012

Contributed by Lukas

This week Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Matt Dickinson, Stewart Robson and Julien Laurens, football writer for Le Parisien. Hosted on Acast. See acas...

The Game Six - Episode 25 - Bad boy Balotelli

23 Jan 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, praise for Bale, more woes for Wenger and the global game grows... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 24 - Wenger's Swansong?

16 Jan 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Also, Newcastle, QPR and video technology debated Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 23 - The balance of power

09 Jan 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Also, reaction to the sacking of Neil Warnock, praise for MK Dons and the panel learn the 'anatomy of the transfer' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

The Game Six - Episode 22 - Fulham fire, Chelsea choke

03 Jan 2012

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, Fulham show progress and class Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 21 - Can Torres come back?

28 Dec 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Patrick Barclay, Peter Lansley and Pedro Pinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus - Rory tells a story

23 Dec 2011

Contributed by Lukas

New Times writer Rory Smith sets his stall out Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 20 - Barry and Milner boss it

19 Dec 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Ben Smith, Rory Smith and James Ducker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus - World Club Champs

15 Dec 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti, Holland and Barclay try to improve the World Club Championships Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 19 - The English Decline in Europe

12 Dec 2011

Contributed by Lukas

The panel also ponder Martin O'Neill's resouces at Sunderland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus - Football & Politics

08 Dec 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti & Julien Laurens dicsuss Socrates & politics in football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 18 - Spurs can target the top two

05 Dec 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Also, we look at the Euro 2012 draw & changes at Sunderland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 17 - The rise of Lucas

28 Nov 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Liverpool march on and Man u stumble. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus16 - Barclay's roots

25 Nov 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti and Barclay go back to Dundee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 16 - Villas Boas needs time

21 Nov 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, the panels thoughts on a bizarre match between Wigan and Blackburn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus 15 - Lansley on coaching

17 Nov 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Lansley and Marcotti on the FA's new coaching academy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 15 - Pragmatism and unity

14 Nov 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Also, should fans really be raging at stadium sponsorship? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus 14 - Darting off

11 Nov 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Writer Tom Dart on the way he consumes football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 14 - Pardew has learned his lesson

07 Nov 2011

Contributed by Lukas

plus, what makes fergie so great? out panel reveal personal insights Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus 13 - Race and preconceptions

03 Nov 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti and Barclay on the latest race issues Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 13 - The lost art of defending

31 Oct 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Liverpool look towards post Gerrard/Carragher era Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Live from London

28 Oct 2011

Contributed by Lukas

The panel weigh up the merits of the Premier League on it's 20th birthday, and ponder the greatest team of all time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

The Game Six - Episode 12 - What Sir Alex Ferguson got so wrong

24 Oct 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Barclay, Oliver Kay and Ben Smith join Gabriele Marcotti discuss the Manchester and West London derbies, and debate the Great Britain team hea...

The Game Six - Episode 11 - United care more about City than Liverpool

17 Oct 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti is joined by Patrick Barclay, Alyson Rudd and George Caulkin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus 10 - Decoding the satellite situation

12 Oct 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti is joined by Patrick Barclay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 10 - Throw the book at Rooney

10 Oct 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, how should players look after their family and friends? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus 9 - Tony Evans on the Friendy Derby

05 Oct 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti and Tony Evans expand on a point from the Monday podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 9 - The Poisonous Derby

03 Oct 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti joined by Tony Evans, Oli Kay and Matt Dickinson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus 8 - PSG in focus

30 Sep 2011

Contributed by Lukas

 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 8 - Title race looks increasingly City V United

26 Sep 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti is joined by Patrick Barclay, Matt Hughes and Julien Laurens from La Parisien Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus 7 - Don't muzzle players

23 Sep 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti and Stewart Robson discuss the wisdom of letting players speak their minds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 7 - Wenger's time is up

19 Sep 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti is joined by Stewart Robson, Alyson Rudd and Peter Lansley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 6 - Torres could be the worst buy ever

12 Sep 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti is joined by Patrick Barclay, Tom Dart and James Ducker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus 6 - End the Saturday blackout

12 Sep 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti is joined by Patrick Barclay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus 5 - The demise of Scottish football

09 Sep 2011

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Gabriele Marcotti speaks with Patrick Barclay on the state of Scottish football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 5 - End of the golden generation

05 Sep 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Should England's totem poles be honourably retired? Patrick Barclay, Matt Hughes and Stewart Robson join Gabriele Marcotti to discuss the national te...

The Game Six - Bonus 4 - Strikers

01 Sep 2011

Contributed by Lukas

More chat from The Times Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 4 - Build England around Man United

29 Aug 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, what next for Arsenal, and how can Chelsea improve? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus 3 - Control Mourinho

26 Aug 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Paddy Barclay and Gab Marcotti discuss the excellence of Real and Barca, and wild Jose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 3 - Frimpong the new Viera?

22 Aug 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, the thoughts on the North East derby and the troubles ahead for Everton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Bonus 2 - Players versus Pundits

19 Aug 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti and Cascarino on the relationship between players and writers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 2 - United's defensive dilemma

15 Aug 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti discusses the biggest football topics with Tony Cascarino, Patrick Barclay and Matt Dickinson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

The Game Six - Bonus 1 - Who watches matches?

12 Aug 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti and Tom Dart discuss the make up of crowds in the Premier League Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Six - Episode 1 - Is Blue The Colour?

08 Aug 2011

Contributed by Lukas

The panel discuss the community shield and debate who they think is the strongest side at the dawn of a new season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

The Game Five - Episode 44 - Wilshere should in the U21's

06 Jun 2011

Contributed by Lukas

England in review, including Under 21's preview. Plus new Prem managers in focus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Bonus Podcast - Di Canio's Smart Move

02 Jun 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti and Alyson Rudd discuss Paolo Di Canio's managerial move to Swindon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Episode 43 - Barcelona: the best club side ever

30 May 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti, Matthew Syed, Patrick Barclay and Ben Smith fall in love with Barca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Bonus Podcast - Champions League Preview

25 May 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Can United get enough of the ball to create chances? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Episode 42 - Did negative Holloway cost Blackpool

23 May 2011

Contributed by Lukas

The team analyse a thrilling final day of the season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Episode 41 - Man City should sign Fabregas

16 May 2011

Contributed by Lukas

What's the next step for Manchester City? Is Kuszczak Manchester United's future #1 and what do Supporters Direct do? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

The Game Five - Bonus Podcast - Racism in French football

13 May 2011

Contributed by Lukas

In a special bonus podcast, Gab Marcotti and French football writer Julien Laurens discuss the racism scandal erupting in French football Hosted on Ac...

The Game Five - Episode 40 - Fergie's great achievement

09 May 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Given his squad of players, is this Fergie's greatest win? And how much is too much for a match ticket? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

The Game Five - Episode 39 - Slap bigger bans on Fergie and co

02 May 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Is it time to clamp down on paranoid rantings from high profile managers? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Episode 38 - Hernandez and Rooney can be great

25 Apr 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal don't deserve success without defensive gameplan, Chicharito looks a United player in every sense and how the media's relationship as the link...

The Game Five - Episode 37 - Time for Scholes to retire

18 Apr 2011

Contributed by Lukas

The panel discuss the fading Paul Scholes, the rising Stoke and the quiet Kroenke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Episode 36 - No big spending under Kroenke

11 Apr 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Resurgent West Brom, flattering Arsenal and Champions league upsets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Episode 35 - Rooney gives fans what they asked for

04 Apr 2011

Contributed by Lukas

With fans' increasing their demand for pitchside mic's and HD and 3D displays, did Rooney just give them what they've always craved - real, on pitch a...

The Game Five - Episode 34 - Capello has lost the PR war

28 Mar 2011

Contributed by Lukas

The panel review England's tepid win over Wales and the Scotland versus Brazil encounter. Plus, have fans and players ever been further apart? Hosted ...

The Game Five - Episode 33 - The FA's touchline bans are a joke

21 Mar 2011

Contributed by Lukas

The FA make a mess of Fergie's touchline ban, Chelsea and Man City have lots to worry about, and how can the likes of Spurs and Shakhtar make the Cham...

The Game Five - Episode 32 - More woe for Wenger

14 Mar 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal complete a terrible fortnight, Stoke make the semi finals and the panel predict who will go down from the Premier League Hosted on Acast. See ...

The Game Five - Episode 31 - Referees need more support

07 Mar 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Should ref's like Phil Dowd get more support? Should Arsenal be miles clear at the top? Why don't clubs punish their players more? Hosted on Acast. Se...

The Game Five - Episode 30 - The rise and rise of Alex McLeish

28 Feb 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti and co discuss Brilliant Birmingham, wild Rooney and 'real time' football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Episode 29 - FA Cup holders knocked out

21 Feb 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Marcotti, Barclay, Cascarino and Kay team up to discuss the FA Cup weekend and also this Barcelona side amongst the all-time greats Hosted on Acast. S...

The Game Five - Episode 28 - Wonder goal hides true form

14 Feb 2011

Contributed by Lukas

How good was Rooney's goal? Should he even be in the team? How deep is Spurs' squad? Should we change the international calendar Hosted on Acast. See ...

The Game Five - Episode 27 - Torres with Drogba doesn't work

06 Feb 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Was the Newcastle v Arsenal game the most 'premier league' game ever? Does Torres cause more worries for Ancelotti? Do we need to scrap the transfer w...

The Game Five - Episode 26 - Contracts are not marriage certificates

31 Jan 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, Patrick Barclay and Peter Lansley to discuss Fulham, Crawley Town and Fernando Torres Hosted on Acast. See acas...

The Game Five - Episode 25 - Olympic legacy and old fashioned sexism

24 Jan 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti is joined by Oliver Kay to discuss the Olympic stadium fiasco and the reaction to comments made by Richard Keys and Andy Gray Hosted on A...

The Game Five - Episode 24 - Is financial fair play fair?

17 Jan 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Arsenal hammer hammers, United scrap draw with Spurs and FIFA's new plans explained Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Episode 23 - Is Dalglish the man for the job?

10 Jan 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gabriele Marcotti is joined this week by ex-Arsenal and West Ham player Stewart Robson, football writer Tom Dart and North East correspondant George C...

The Game Five - Episode 22 - Title win would be Fergie's finest hour

03 Jan 2011

Contributed by Lukas

Gabriele Marcotti welcomes in the New Year with Patrick Barclay, Tony Evans and Matt Dickinson as they assess the action, reflect on 2010 and look for...

The Game Five - Episode 21 - Can we compare the all-time greats?

27 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti is joined by Paddy Barclay, Tony Evans and George Caulkin to discuss the Boxing Day fixtures and to debate the greats of the game Hosted ...

The Game Five - Episode 20 - Blackburn ownership evaluated

20 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti is joined by Paddy Barclay, Ben Smith and Oliver Kay as they look at Blackburn's new ownership, Sunderland, and the role of the Club Worl...

The Game Five - Episode 19 - Tevez drops bombshell on City

13 Dec 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti is joined by Oliver Kay, Stewart Robson and Tom Dart as Man City go 2nd but Carlos Tevez hands in a transfer request, and Spurs hold Chel...

The Game Five - Episode 17 - Scottish Farce Analysed

29 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti, Patrick Barclay, Oliver Kay and Graham Spiers discuss Scottish ref's, world cup bidding, Villa's failings and the rise and rise of Spurs...

The Game Five - Episode 16 - 'Triffic' Tottenham

22 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

How did Spurs beat Arsenal? What's wrong with Chelsea? When will a Premier League manager actualyl lose his job? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

The Game Five - Episode 15 - Stunning Sunderland

16 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti Joined by Alyson Rudd, Stewart Robson and George Caulkin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Episode 14 - Newcastle and Liverpool's masterplans

08 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Alyson Rudd is joined by Gab Marcotti, Ben Smith and Oliver Kay to discuss the big football news Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

The Game Five - Episode 13 - Clattenburg's Clanger?

01 Nov 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Who is at fault; Nani, Gomes or Clattenburg? Like the nation, our panel disagree wildly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Episode 12 - Impressive Arsenal still lag behind Chelsea

25 Oct 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Alyson Rudd is joined by Tom Dart, Matthew Syed and James Ducker to discuss impressive Arsenal, resurgent Liverpool and football's moral maze Hosted o...

The Game Five - Episode 11 - Rooney at a crossroads

18 Oct 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Will Wayne Rooney really leave United? How bad were Liverpool? What does the Sunday Times' revelations say about FIFA? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

The Game Five - Episode 10 - Sir Alex Ferguson Special

11 Oct 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti is joined by Patrick Barclay, Tony Evans and Matt Dickinson to discuss Sir Alex, subject of Barclays new book 'Bloody Hell'. The panel al...

The Game Five - Episode 9 - Liverpool in disarray

04 Oct 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti, Tony Evans, Alyson Rudd and Tom Dart discuss Blackpool's famous Anfield win, Chelsea proving too strong for Arsenal and debate strong ta...

The Game Five - Episode 8 - Manchester City Ascend

27 Sep 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti, Patrick Barclay, Alyson Rudd and James Ducker discuss the rise of Man City, Arsenal's away day and Liverpools continuing woes Hosted on ...

The Game Five - Episode 7 - Liverpool flattered in defeat

20 Sep 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti is joined by Oliver Kay, Stewart Robson and Matt Dickinson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Episode 6 - Berbatov too good to keep out

13 Sep 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti, Patrick Barclay, Peter Lansley and Stewart Robson discuss Manchester United's on and off field woes, the return of Houllier and the coll...

The Game Five - Episode 5 - England improve but controversy remains

06 Sep 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Defoe, Rooney, and Hart shine against Bulgaria but how will Rooney respond to the stories published over the weekend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

The Game Five - Episode 4 - Manchester City will finish top 4

30 Aug 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Despite defeat to Sunderland, Manchester City still have what it takes, according to our panel. Plus, we analyse the start Newcaslte have had Hosted o...

The Game Five - Episode 3 - Manchester United have worries at the back

23 Aug 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Gab Marcotti is joined by Oliver Kay, Tony Cascarino and Tom Dart. Do United need another defender? Is Gareth Bale destined for greatness and what typ...

The Game Five - Episode 2 - Blackpool Illuminate Opening Weekend

16 Aug 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Meanwhile Joe Cole's Liverpool debut underwhelms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game Five - Episode 1 - United draw first blood in curtain raiser

09 Aug 2010

Contributed by Lukas

Stewart Robson, Patrick Barclay and Matt Hughes join Gabriele Marcotti as they discuss the Community Shield and England's new look squad for Wednesday...