The Game
Episodes
The Games - More than a ceremony
26 Jul 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Danny Finkelstein puts the case for an opening ceremony and Simon Barnes puts the case against. Plus Hackney teenaget Joe Mason gives his perspective ...
The Games - Looking the part
25 Jul 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Skinner is joined by Owen Slot to discuss Cav's pursuit of gold, Oli Kay discusses the men's football and Laura Craik appraises the best and wor...
The Games - It begins
24 Jul 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Skinner is joined by Jeremy Griffin who states why he thinks London is better than Beijing and Matt Dickinson who tips Team GB women's football ...
The Games - London Prepares
23 Jul 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Host Chris Skinner is joined by Richard Whitehead to put the bad news in perspective, photographers Marc Aspland & Graham Hughes reveal how to get the...
The Game - Euro 2012 - It's Italy v Spain
29 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Also, what went wrong for Germany and Portugal? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Game - Euro 2012 - The Post Mortem begins
25 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Gabriele Marcotti, Oliver Kay and Matt Dickinson come together to discuss England's quarter-final exit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...
The Game - Euro 2012 - England march on
20 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
The panel assess the chances of the remaining 8 sides at Euro 2012What next for improving England? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...
The Game - Euro 2012 - Rooney returns
18 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Also, Ronaldo shows his worth, Germans continue to impress, and the Dutch and Russians whimper out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
The Game - Euro 2012 - Welbeck or Carroll?
14 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Plus, do Russian fans risk posing a major threat to their national sides chances? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Game - Euro 2012 - England must adapt
12 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Gabriele Marcotti, Rory Smith and Matt Dickinson come together to discuss the first round of matches in the European Championships. Hosted on Acast. S...
The Game - Euro 2012 - Are the hosts ready?
07 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Gab Marcotti is joined by Oli Kay and Matt Dickinson to preview Euro 2012 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Game Live - Euro 2012 Roadshow Q&A
03 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Marcotti, Cascarino, Kay and Evans put to the test Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Game Live - Euro 2012 Roadshow special
30 May 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Marcotti, Kay, Evans, Cascarino, a pub and 70 listeners and football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Game Six - Episode 42 - Analysing the marvel of Munich
21 May 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Champions League glory for Chelsea, but many talking points arise. Plus, the panel pick their Premier League teams of the season. Hosted on Acast. Se...
The Game Six - Episode 41 - Stunning finish to the season
14 May 2012
Contributed by Lukas
And were Bolton robbed? Has this been the worst ever season for refereeing? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Game Six - Episode 40 - It's City's, despite Mancini
07 May 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Plus, what impact will the FA Cup victory have on Chelsea? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Game Six - Episode 39 - Should've been Harry?
30 Apr 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Marcotti, Rudd, Cascarino & Caulkin on another packed weekend of football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Game Six - Episode 38 - Team GB Football approach is abominable
23 Apr 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Is David Beckham still good enough? Is there anything to be gained from Team GB football? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Game Six - Episode 37 - Farcical weekend in focus
16 Apr 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Spurs risk freefall and Liverpool through despite flaws. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Game Six - Episode 36 - Blame lies with Mancini
09 Apr 2012
Contributed by Lukas
This week Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Matt Hughes, Rory Smith and Jo Tongue, the BBC 606 editor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
The Game Six - Bonus - Ben Smith on the magic of the matchday
06 Apr 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Smith talks of the magic of your first matchday experience and also the evolution of football's global reach through social media. Hosted on Acast...
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
Contributed by Lukas
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...