Football Ramble

Most of us get goal alerts when the football is on, but not Pete Donaldson. Today, he reveals to Marcus and Vish the very surprising notifications he was receiving during last night’s Champions League action.On the pitch, Arsenal and Spurs both got a decent win on the opening night of the Champos. Plus, we hear about Russell Martin’s latest team bonding attempts and José Mourinho could be back in business!Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a tale of two competitions, lots of injuries and a very prickly Australian last season, Spurs are charging into the Champions League with a very different vibe. And Marcus thinks it's a big vibe.Marcus, Luke and Jim answer the best of your questions, including Spurs' Champions League prospects, whether 90s football is officially back, and England's favourite microphone swallower reveals himself. Plus, an update on the terrifying plover and a definitive power ranking of the Premier League's hardest managers.Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Would Man United be better with Donny as CEO? It's got to the stage where Marcus, Luke, Jim and Pete actually seriously consider that on today’s Ramble.Elsewhere, Marcus takes time to marvel at Erling Harland’s extraordinary way of running. Plus, Luke’s criticism of Martín Zubimendi comes back to bite him and Lord Sugar goes in to bat against "Mr Jamie Redknapp".Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The MBA is back! Today's game covers the great young talents in years gone by, some of which have – well – not quite lived up to their billing and some of which have illegally parked in more disabled parking bays than they've scored goals.Marcus and Luke do battle with Pete as the quizmaster for five glorious rounds of brave bidding, shameless dark arts, and ridiculous memory. Join us in the ring!Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Blooming heck the Premier League is back! Today, Marcus and Luke kick off our weekend preview by encouraging Pete to apply for the job of Manchester United DJ to try to improve the atmosphere at Old Trafford. With Alpacafest on his CV surely they can’t refuse.Speaking of which, the Ferryman is now driving a party boat as the vibes are flying high at Everton after Jack Grealish's 30th birthday this week. Plus, Luke gives us his thoughts ahead of the "second biggest game of the weekend": Southampton vs Portsmouth.Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever wondered which Manchester United assistant manager suckled on the teat of Sir Alex Ferguson the most? No? Well, strap yourselves in...Today, we're sharing the latest edition of Ramble Uncut – our weekly bonus episode which only our treasured Friends of the Ramble get access to. It's everything you love about the Ramble, taken to the extreme. And for that we are deeply sorry, Carlos Queiroz.Want to get more of this every single Wednesday? Simply head over to patreon.com/footballramble and become a paid member!Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Thomas Tuchel era has finally begun. While Marcus and Luke would like to remain calm, Jim is already crowning England as World Cup winners 2026. EASAY!Elsewhere, a group of Scotland fans went on an away trip with the national team despite the game being behind closed doors and Erling Haaland scored a glut against Moldova. Plus, Big Ange is back! Today, we learn the unexpected reason why he was Evangelos Marinakis’ first choice for Nottingham Forest.Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Andorra game wasn't exactly Harry Kane's finest game in England colours – and by the time the World Cup is over next summer, he'll be touching 33. Is there a succession plan?Marcus, Jim & Pete give their thoughts. Plus, why do English players seem to peak so early? And how many Jammie Dodgers did Marcus eat before recording this show?Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You could call England's 2-0 win at home to Andorra "professional", but whether you think that's a compliment depends on whether you talk to Marcus or Vish.Today, they are joined by Jim and Pete to discuss England, Scotland and an 82-year-old goalkeeper in Italy. Plus, we wonder when a sinkhole will open up in the middle of the pitch at Old Trafford. Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack's Encyclopaedia is back everybody! Reigning champion Vish returns to the ring to take on Marcus and Jim in the game Jack Grealish simply does not know the name of.Pete's on the buttons for five whole rounds, plus a tie-breaker if it's needed. Let the game commence!Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s not just any Friday, it’s the Friday before an England game! So how dare Daniel Levy make it all about him!Once we get the small matter of assessing his near-25 years at Tottenham out of the way, Marcus, Jim, Pete and especially Vish can finally get excited for England vs Andorra. Plus, we applaud the Wales fans who travelled all the way to Kazakhstan and hear about a game that was delayed by a swarm of bees.Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tommy Tuchs and his merry men are back in action against the mighty Andorra on Saturday. Isn't it bloomin' marvellous to have international football back on the old telly box!Marcus and Luke are here to answer all of your questions in this England Mailbag special. Is getting the 2018 World Cup band back together really the right approach? Any room for Vards on that plane, Thomas?Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ruben Loftus-Cheek is back in the England squad and today is Sir Gareth Southgate’s birthday! Has anyone seen Marcus’ aunt?Unfortunately, Luke and Pete force Marcus to delay his celebrations because new details have emerged on why Marc Guehi was forced to stay at Crystal Palace. Plus everyone's favourite TV duo "Webb and Owen" are back!Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was Transfer Deadline Day yesterday and those pesky rats have finally scuttled away from their sinking ships. Alexander Isak got his move, as did Yoane Wissa. But poor old Uncle Marc has to settle for another season in South London. This Liverpool team isn't anything special anyway...In today's transfer round-up, Luke tells Pete and Jim why Gianluigi Donnarumma's move to Man City is one in the eye for the nerds and Pete gets very excited about Sunderland signing Mr Brobbey.Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dominik Szoboszlai certainly gave his free-kick plenty of biff yesterday. But can the same be said about Mikel Arteta’s tactics? Today, Marcus, Luke and Jim debate whether Arteta simply has to lighten up in big matches.Elsewhere, Luke explains why PUG-MOL's decision to rule out Josh King’s first Fulham goal was arrogant. Plus, we encourage Lucas Paquetá to become the ultimate Rat King and celebrate David Moyes for opening up his very own repair shop.Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are just a few days until the summer transfer window slams shut. So what better way to build up to the big day than with a quiz devoted to all those players synonymous with that big yellow ticker?Marcus officiates as Lineal Champion Vish faces Jim today with his precious belts on the line. Come step into the ring with us!Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025**Get 15% off annual subscriptions to the Football Ramble Patreon until the end of August! Don't delay!**Sign up for ad-free shows, bonus content every Wednesday and access to our Discord throughout the Premier League season and the 2026 World Cup for just $51 a year or $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The penalties were long, but the memes were longer” - Vithushan EhantharajahTwo days later and poor Vish is still hurting from Man United’s League Cup exit to Grimsby Town. At least Marcus and Jim were nice to him on today’s pod... kind of.Elsewhere, Marcus predicts Arsenal to finally win at Anfield. Plus, we’re faced with an impossible decision: Would we rather the newly unemployed José Mourinho manages West Ham or Rangers?Get 15% off annual subscriptions to our Patreon until the end of August! Sign up for ad-free shows, bonus content every Wednesday and access to our Discord for $51 a year or $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexander Isak and Yoane Wissa have their heels well and truly dug into the ground, refusing to play for their clubs until they get a move away. But is it fair that it's now the players who hold the cards when it comes to deciding their futures, rather than the clubs who own their contract?Marcus, Luke & Vish are here to share their thoughts on that. Plus, can the Big Dick stadium replace Goodison Park's atmosphere, and is it time to bring back two up top, if only to see a few more chests called into action?Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025**Get 15% off annual subscriptions to the Football Ramble Patreon until the end of August! Don't delay!**Sign up for ad-free shows, bonus content every Wednesday and access to our Discord throughout the Premier League season and the 2026 World Cup for just $51 a year or $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Allardyce, Alan Pardew, David Moyes... is there anyone left for West Ham to call?*Sean Dyche’s music starts playing*Things have gone from bad to worse for Graham Potter at West Ham. Today, Marcus, Luke, Vish and Jim learn about Sean Dyche’s latest ploy to put himself in the shop window. Plus, we wonder how Man United will deal with the dramatic return of Harry the Haddock.Get 15% off annual subscriptions to our Patreon until the end of August! Sign up for ad-free shows, bonus content every Wednesday and access to our Discord for $51 a year or $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Marcus and Jim as they frolic amongst the ashes of a barn burner at St James’ Park. A literal child scored a 100th minute winner for Liverpool!You can tell Marcus enjoyed the game because he started making comparisons to David Beckham vs Greece. Elsewhere, he permits Jim to already celebrate Arsenal winning the title and we take the time to call out ref cam for what it was… s**t.Get 15% off annual subscriptions to our Patreon until the end of August! Sign up for ad-free shows, bonus content every Wednesday and access to our Discord for $51 a year or $5 a month. We're also offering a seven-day free trial now: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.