Football Ramble The Preview Show: Tutankhamun’s soul patch
Sep 26, 2025
The Europa League has kicked off with Aston Villa finally claiming a win, despite some drama on the pitch, including a missed penalty. An entertaining viral moment emerged as the Roma eagle got soaked by a sprinkler during a match. The hosts dive into Arsenal's struggle at St James' Park and Newcastle's defensive prowess, while Russell Martin's unconventional team bonding activities stir debate. Finally, a playful discussion arises around Mark Clattenburg's infamous boot-throwing tale involving José Mourinho.
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WhatsApp Community Plug
- The show launched a Football Ramble WhatsApp community offering behind-the-scenes content.
- Marcus and the team promote it as 'good, clean British fun' with a link in the show notes.
Villa's Win Is Reassuring, Not Resolving
- Aston Villa's 1-0 Europa League win is a useful platform despite poor form and missed chances.
- A clean sheet and three points give Emery some breathing space but confidence issues remain.
Address Penalty Problems Decisively
- Olly Watkins' penalty woes highlight confidence as a key factor for strikers under pressure.
- Do consider moving on players who consistently miss key chances to reset squad momentum.