Football Ramble
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The Football Ramble is a global podcasting institution. Since 2007, the Ramble has provided entertainment, analysis and coverage of the Premier League and beyond for football fans who don't take the world's biggest sport too seriously.In 2026, the takes are as strong as ever, the jokes are as funny as ever and the Ramble remains as essential as it ever was for football fans everywhere. Join them throughout the week as they discuss the world's biggest football stories in their inimitable style. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Feb 3, 2026 • 39min
Mailbag: Who’s getting relegated from the Premier League this season?
A lively dive into who might drop out of the Premier League, with debate over Wolves, Burnley, Forest, Leeds, West Ham, Palace and Spurs. They weigh European distractions, managerial impact and betting odds. There are lively detours on transfer moves to veto, wild hypotheticals about cloning players, and whether big clubs would boss lower leagues.
Feb 2, 2026 • 1h 3min
North London Together
A lively breakdown of Tottenham’s dramatic comeback against Manchester City and the VAR debate around the first goal. Discussion of City’s form, Guardiola’s rotation and second-half struggles. Highlights of Liverpool’s attacking display with praise for Hugo Ekitike. Chelsea’s late turnaround and tactical talk on Newcastle, Manchester United’s reset under Carrick, and a sticky legal tale about Wesley Fofana.
Jan 30, 2026 • 24min
Jack's Encyclopaedia: Champions League advancers, Thomas Frank favourites, and the most offsides
A rapid-fire quiz pits teams that advanced from the Champions League groups against each other. Panelists try to recall the starting XIs from Real Madrid v Man City 2012. They list Brentford’s most-used players and players who starred for both West Ham and Chelsea. The show also names the Premier League’s top offsides offenders since 2006-07.
Jan 30, 2026 • 51min
The Preview Show: When a Crunchie comes your way
Quick-fire chat on Jamaldeen Jimoh-Aloba’s European debut and Villa’s shifting fortunes. Debate over Unai Emery’s priorities and Villa’s injury and transfer headaches. Reaction to Nottingham Forest’s convincing win and James McAtee’s influence. Transfer talk around Jørgen Strand-Larsen and striker droughts. Previews of big fixtures including Spurs vs Manchester City, Man United vs Fulham, and Liverpool vs Newcastle.
Jan 29, 2026 • 52min
Today I feel Swiss
They relive Anatoliy Trubin's dramatic header and Benfica's last-gasp comeback. Real Madrid's collapse and its surprising consequences get a lively breakdown. Chelsea’s win in Naples and João Pedro’s impact are debated. Raheem Sterling's future after leaving Chelsea is speculated on. Spurs' strong European form despite league struggles is contrasted with their depth issues. Liverpool and Arsenal highlights are celebrated.
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Jan 28, 2026 • 47min
Narrative everywhere
Preview of a dramatic Champions League matchday packed with narrative. Tense PSG vs Newcastle rivalry and Napoli welcoming Conte back. City’s qualification worries and Arsenal’s fragile mindset. Spurs’ matchup with Frankfurt and Liverpool’s must-not-slip night. A ranked run-down of the fixtures for neutrals to watch.
Jan 27, 2026 • 44min
Mailbag: How should we judge Arne Slot’s second season?
A lively debate about Arne Slot’s middling second season and whether patience or pressure is fair. They fret over Xabi Alonso’s looming availability as a real threat. There’s a long detour into ‘vibes’ managers and who embodies good or bad vibes. Listeners get a roundup of aesthetically pleasing players who underachieved and whether Harry Wilson could step up to a bigger club.
Jan 26, 2026 • 53min
Where’s that steam going?
A lively dive into Arsenal’s surprising slip and whether their title charge has lost momentum. Tactical breakdowns probe tempo, set pieces and rotation headaches. Big-match shocks and relegation drama get airtime, from West Ham’s revival to Spurs’ nightmare run. Plus Scottish quirks, a noisy South Coast derby, and Premier League wobbliness highlighted by Bournemouth’s shock result.
Jan 23, 2026 • 20min
My Biddy Aunt: Managers
Playful quiz chaos as the trio name every club famous managers once played for. Rapid-fire rounds cover Didier Deschamps, Nigel Clough, Mark Hughes, Liam Rosenior and Sam Allardyce. Competitive banter ramps up with bids, surprises and a 3D-printed belt handed over in triumphant style.
Jan 23, 2026 • 55min
The Preview Show: Disgracing Her Majesty’s Terminal
Manchester United is looking strong ahead of their clash with Arsenal, following an impressive derby win. The hosts also dive into the drama of Nottingham Forest's Europa League exit, critiquing Sean Dyche's tactics. Eden Hazard is launching a wine brand, while Diego Costa's fiery remarks about Antonio Conte stir the pot. Plus, there's a preview of the South Coast derby, discussing policing concerns and fan incidents. Tune in for lively debates and unexpected player branding ventures!
