Football Ramble

My Biddy Aunt: Footballers turned broadcasters

Dec 19, 2025
Dive into a playful arena where football meets broadcasting! The hosts take on a quiz challenge featuring famous footballers turned broadcasters. Points are scored as they bid and list clubs associated with legends like Dion Dublin and Gary Lineker. Tensions rise in the final rounds with Paul Merson and Chris Kamara's challenges. Will Pete finally snatch a win from Marcus? Tune in for plenty of laughs, trivia, and friendly rivalries!
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ANECDOTE

Game Rules And Theme Explained

  • Marcus Speller explains the rules and format of the “My Biddy Aunt” game and sets the theme: footballers turned broadcasters.
  • He establishes scoring, bidding, and listing club appearances to win three points first.
INSIGHT

Players Often Become Media Fixtures

  • The episode links broadcasting careers to past playing careers, highlighting familiar pundits who transitioned from football.
  • This theme reveals how many former players remain publicly prominent through media roles.
ANECDOTE

Dion Dublin Round And Homes TV Joke

  • Marcus and Pete bid and reveal Dion Dublin's clubs while joking about his Homes Under The Hammer role.
  • Marcus lists Manchester United, Norwich, Coventry, Aston Villa, Celtic, Cambridge United and Leicester to meet his seven-club bid.
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