Football Ramble Please Sir Alex, can I have some milk?
Jan 7, 2026
The discussion kicks off with Manchester United's new interim manager, Darren Fletcher, who has deep ties to Sir Alex Ferguson. West Ham's struggles take center stage, raising questions about relegation fears. The panel also debates VAR's controversial moments in recent matches and Nottingham Forest’s fight for survival. Liam Rosenior's links to Chelsea create buzz, while Celtic's management shake-up sees Martin O'Neill return. A hilarious take on Neymar's extravagant lifestyle wraps up the conversation.
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Club Environment Drives On-Field Decline
- West Ham exemplify how stadium, ownership and culture shape on-field decline.
- David Cartlidge links the soulless London Stadium and poor management decisions to their slide toward relegation.
Prepare Pragmatically For Relegation Risk
- If a club faces relegation risk, prioritise restoring confidence via simpler, pragmatic tactics and senior leadership.
- The panel suggests short-term Championship readiness planning may be necessary for West Ham.
Controversial Calls Worsen Club Morale
- West Ham's losses were compounded by contentious VAR and refereeing moments that further demoralise fans.
- The hosts debate whether incidents like Areola's punch were genuine fouls or incidental coming-togethers.