Football Ramble

<p>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.</p><br /><p>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. </p><hr /><p style="color: grey; font-size: 0.75em;"> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Mailbag: Has Ruben Amorim ruined his reputation?

The Ruben Amorim era is officially over at Manchester United – what's next? Marcus, Luke and Jim shake their heads at the league's most chaotic club and pay respect to football's greatest magnet-user.Elsewhere, there's some serious and not-so-serious nominations for ex-players returning to their clubs as managers, and should Arsène Wenger get a stand at the Emirates? At least a little bar?Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Get 15% off our annual Patreon membership! Sign up for ad-free shows right here: 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.

01-06
46:29

Out in 2026: The curse of the Ramble

We know what you’re thinking, 'the curse of the Ramble and all that', but it’s a new year and that means fresh beginnings. Ladies and gentlemen, RUBEN AMORIM HAS BEEN SACKED!Listen to today’s Ramble to hear Marcus, Luke, Pete and Jim’s reaction to the news. Plus, Nancy and Nuno continue to struggle, Callum McFarlane excels and is the great escape on for Wolves?Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Get 15% off our annual Patreon membership! Sign up for ad-free shows right here: 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.

01-05
01:04:55

My Biddy Aunt: January Transfers

Everyone bangs about new beginnings when the new year rolls around *cough* Jake Humphrey *cough*, but at Ramble HQ, we actually mean it. David Cartlidge is here making his long-awaited My Biddy Aunt debut!Today, Cartlidgtenstein declares war on Jimbabwe, with Pete manning the buttons. Will it be a debut win, or will Jim's natural bloody charm swing it?Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Get 15% off our annual Patreon membership! Sign up for ad-free shows right here: 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.

01-02
24:37

The Preview Show: Can I get sacked in the morning?

Enzo Maresca is set to embark on a new career as a novelist. Will his first book be a tragedy by any chance?Today, Pete, who is still covered in Christmas Pâté, is joined by Jim and David to share their thoughts on Chelsea’s decision to part ways with Enzo Maresca. Plus, there is extremely devoted fans and political turmoil at AFCON. Would we wish for anything else?Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Get 15% off our annual Patreon membership! Sign up for ad-free shows right here: 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.

01-02
45:17

Best of Ramble Uncut 2025

Happy new year Ramblers! Whether you're nursing a hangover like Pete or nursing a sugar crash like Marcus, we've got the tonic for you today with some of our favourite moments from Ramble Uncut over the past 12 months.On today's episode, José Mourinho seeks vengeance against Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Clint Hill may or may not take pills, and Carlos Quieroz cannot shake his appetite for Sir Alex Ferguson's milk. Come join us down the Ramble Uncut rabbit hole!Want the most unhinged episode of the Ramble every single week? Become a Friend of the Ramble right here for just $5 a month, or sign up for a whole year to get 15% off! Lovely old job.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.

01-01
37:09

Arsenal get their steam back

In case you weren't aware, Arsenal won quite convincingly against Aston Villa on Tuesday night. On Monday, Luke suggested they were running out of steam. But fortunately, Marcus would never be petty enough to remind him about that.For the final time in 2025, Marcus and Luke put the Premier League under the Ramble microscope! It turns out there's still time for PUGMOL to get one more sternly-worded letter, while Ruben Amorim gets very very very honest. Plus, stunning revelations that Steve Bruce might be Marcus' bacon father.Thank you for all your support throughout 2025! We couldn't do it without you. 2026 is going to be a belter.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Get 15% off our annual Patreon membership! Sign up for ad-free shows right here: 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.

12-31
59:43

Mailbag: How much trouble are West Ham really in?

Look away now, West Ham fans - we’ve got to have a chat about how poor they’ve been this season, with the real threat of relegation looming over them. Rest assured that Marcus, Luke and Pete lay the lion’s share of the blame at the owners’ door after years of mismanagement.Elsewhere in more positive corners of correspondence, we settle on this year’s best players - based solely on vibes - and round up some of our new year resolutions for football. Plus, fans pissing on the pitch and a listener stumbles into what turns out to be yet another Donnyganger. Find 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.

12-30
48:21

Live from the Christmas Perineum

Marcus, Luke and Pete slide gently into the Christmas perineum, with a barn-burning round of Barclays representing the nuts and Speller’s game of England player charades probably signifying the bum. Across that round of barn-burning we saw Villa’s burgeoning title charge as Arsenal continue to splutter, Ryan Cherki keep the vibes pumping at the Etihad and Ruben Amorim finally change his formation: truly, a Christmas miracle. Find 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.

12-29
59:07

Best of the Football Ramble 2025: Part 2

We're back with another sack full of clips highlighting the very best moments from the second half of 2025. We've got everything from the Lambton Worm to Manchester United's Grimsby woes, plus some tips Andrew Mountbatten Windsor can take from Trent Alexander-Arnold.Plus of course, that fabled round of Jack's Encyclopaedia.Thanks to Patreon members Allan Odu, Todd Fitzgerald, Sean, Deadfox(InTheBox), Matt and Jamhandz for their help! Find 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.

12-27
47:11

Best of the Football Ramble 2025: Part 1

Fear not, the Ramble is here to fill the Premier League-shaped hole in your Boxing Day!Across two parts, Marcus shares our very favourite moments of the year. From Ruben Amorim’s vengeance against the humble television, to Ian Rush’s vengeance against … well everyone, there's fun for all the family! Come join us.Find 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.

12-26
55:54

My Biddy Aunt: Christmas Special!

Merry Christmas Ramblers! As you enjoy a glass of eggnog on this fine day, remember, it's your Christmas too. So move away from the turkey, step back from the mulled wine, and enjoy a little gift-wrapped prezzy from your old pals at the good ship Ramble. After all, it's either that or having another uncomfortable conversation with dodgy uncle Steve who you only see once a year.Not even on Jesus' own day does Marcus Speller rest up. He's up against the mighty Luke Nation to compete for the Christmas Cup! Pete's on those very festive light-up buttons.Find 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.

12-25
28:55

The Preview Show: Absolute Lims

Marcus, Luke and Jim bring you good Ramblings on Christmas Eve! They discuss Arsenal's confidence and bank account-boosting win against Crystal Palace last night and look ahead to the best of the Christmas action, including ONE Boxing Day fixture. We are outraged.We also salute the Rangers fan who chose to watch Elf in the stadium instead of their own team, and an even bigger salute for the fan in Portugal who travelled 900 miles (on his own) to watch his club draw 0-0.Plus, a listener provides a modicum of vindication for Pete Donaldson. Emphasis on modicum.Gift a Football Ramble Patreon subscription this Christmas: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble/giftFind 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.

12-24
01:01:33

Mailbag: Are Wolves the worst team in Premier League history?

It's probably fair to say at this point that Wolverhampton Wanderers are as dead as a dodo. Two points from 17 games and staring relegation right down the barrel. But will they end up being the worst Premier League side we have ever seen?Marcus, David and Jim debate whether they can reach the lofty heights of Derby County's 11 Premier League points. Plus, should we embrace 'ultras' culture in England? In other news, the curse of Speller comes to light...Find 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.

12-23
49:04

Play that ukulele

Big Mama Premier League gifted us a barn-burning weekend right on the eve of Christmas. Gosh, we must have been good this year.Today, Marcus, David and Jim revel in the enjoyable chaos of Newcastle 2-2 Chelsea and the less-enjoyable chaos of Tottenham 1-2 Liverpool. Plus, David goes to war against 'modern football'... Gift a Football Ramble Patreon subscription this Christmas: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble/giftFind 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.

12-22
01:04:39

My Biddy Aunt: Footballers turned broadcasters

Thanks to the assistance of multiple NGOs, Luke has agreed to temporarily withdraw his troops from the My Biddy Aunt battleground. That allows the Kingdom of Spelgium to safely take on the Principality of Donaco under the watchful eye of Jimbabwe's international police force.Is it finally time for Pete to get a win on the board, or can Marcus continue to cement his place as the game's second best player?Find 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.

12-19
27:45

The Preview Show: Can you sniff it?

How can Everton use glue to beat Arsenal? What did Wayne Rooney send Duncan Ferguson in prison? Have FIFA really started deciding the result of games by committee?Join Marcus, Jim and Pete for The Preview Show.Gift a Football Ramble Patreon subscription this Christmas: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble/giftFind 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.

12-19
56:41

Control your own X (formerly known as Twitter)

Marcus and Pete had to be kept apart after Newcastle and Fulham did battle last night. Today, they were joined by Jim to unpack another night of sweet Carabao. Elsewhere, Wilfried Nancy is the next manager to behave like a Facebook mum on social media. Plus, Jim launches a campaign to create an award for the highest overhead kick ever.Gift a Football Ramble Patreon subscription this Christmas: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble/giftFind 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.

12-18
50:36

Pete’s cheesy knees

We’re into the business end of the Carabao! Although there wasn’t an upset last night, Marcus, Pete and Luke give Cardiff their dues for a spirited performance against the World Champions.Elsewhere, barns are still burning - and Kobbie Mainoo still isn’t free - after Man United drew 4-4 with Bournemouth on Monday. Plus, Marcus develops his five-year plan to get Brother Brendy to manage Fulham.Gift a Football Ramble Patreon subscription this Christmas: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble/giftFind 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.

12-17
01:02:11

Mailbag: What is going on with ticket prices for the World Cup?

It's going to cost a lot of money to go to this summer's World Cup. So what will happen to the atmosphere at games? And just how many people on X are going to tell you that it's actually perfectly justifiable to charge hundreds of dollars for a seat in Row Z?Marcus, Luke and David return to Friday's discussion about the true cost of the 2026 World Cup. Plus, is Unai Emery the best Premier League manager of the last five years apart from Pep? The lads also discuss which of the Prem's long-standing records looks the hardest to break and what's more important: football or love?Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.Click here to become a Friend of the Ramble on YouTube!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.

12-16
52:23

Mackem mayhem

What’s more bleak? Newcastle’s derby day performance or the thought of Pete Donaldson spending his Sunday afternoon in an indie club?Today, Pete left Marcus, Luke and a very smug David Cartlidge a voicenote - from said indie club - with his unfiltered thoughts on proceedings. Plus, we take joy in the fallout between Jamie Carragher and Rio Ferdinand and start to wonder: are Arsenal having a wobble?Find 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.

12-15
01:08:44

David Ford

Is this what it's come to? stealing stories off talk sport

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Alireza Aghaee

😘

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Semara Hasian

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David Ford

hopefully fall through the leagues

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Carol Lawrence

The Football Ramble has been my go-to for sharp football insight wrapped in brilliant humor—it's that rare mix of fun and informed analysis that’s hard to beat. Their chemistry and unfiltered passion for the game make even midweek fixtures sound thrilling. While I enjoy their deep dives, I often follow matches live using https://sofascorebet.com/ , which offers real-time updates, in-depth stats, and intuitive visualizations. SofascoreBet keeps me fully engaged during the action, enhancing what I hear on the podcast. Between the Ramble’s banter and SofascoreBet’s live scores, I never miss a beat.

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