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The Game
The thinking fan's football podcast.
From previews to reviews, winners to losers, who's in and out on the transfer roundabout, tactics, stats and the dreaded VAR - join the best reporters covering the biggest sport on the planet.
Hosted by Tom Clarke and Gregor Robertson, The Game brings you the latest on the Premier League and the EFL, as well as a front-row seat to international tournaments.
We know football isn't life and death. It's much more serious than that.
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Episodes
The GameThe Divock Origi Fanclub
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd. Liverpool got the win they needed over Everton but it didn’t come without some controversial moments…
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United Go Dutch
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke and Jonathan Northcroft. Manchester United have a new manager as Erik ten Hag will take over in the summer until at…
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Dyche Out The Door
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Alyson Rudd and Tony Cascarino. Liverpool are into the FA Cup Final at the expense of Manchester City. Did Pep Guardiola…
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Hair Tug and ten Hag
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke and Ian Hawkey. Chelsea started well but came up short against Real in their Champions League second leg. What changed…
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Will The Top Two Drop Points?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Paul Hirst and Alyson Rudd. The battle of the top two teams in the Premier League really was a battle - did Liverpool…
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Karim's Time To Shine
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Jonathan Northcroft and Ian Hawkey. Chelsea came unstuck against Real Madrid as Karim Benzema scored back-to-back Champions…
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You're Asking The Wrong Thomas
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd. Brentford stunned Chelsea and Thomas Tuchel was stunned by Alyson’s question about Christian Eriksen…
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Is Jude Bellingham Overhyped?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd. Gareth Southgate changed things around and gave us a chance to see more of players including Jack…
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Guéhi, Bale and The King's Road Lakers
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Tom Roddy and Tony Cascarino. England won their first friendly of the international break - but what did we learn…
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Will Southgate Mix It Up?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Jonathan Northcroft and Molly Hudson. England are preparing for their friendlies during this international break -…
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Everton's Worries Continue
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Roddy, Alyson Rudd and Tony Cascarino. Crystal Palace blew Everton away to set up an FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea…
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There's One Point In It
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Ian Hawkey and Martyn Ziegler. Chelsea joined Liverpool and Manchester City in the quarter finals of the Champions…
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Who Will Escape The Drop?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Alyson Rudd, Matt Dickinson and Matt Lawton. Elland Road erupted when Leeds scored an added-time winner against Norwich. With…
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Chelsea Stuck In Limbo
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Ian Hawkey and Tom Roddy. Real Madrid showed their European experience as they overcame the challenge of PSG in the…
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Cascarino Returns!
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Alyson Rudd and Tony Cascarino. Arsenal beat Watford 3-2 which didn’t impress manager Mikel Arteta. Is this a good…
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The End Of The Abramovich Era
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Roddy, Jonathan Northcroft and Matt Lawton. Roman Abramovich is selling Chelsea but how easy will this be and how quickly…
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A Tale Of Two Goalkeepers
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Alyson Rudd and James Restall. Liverpool have won the first domestic trophy after one of the most exciting goalless…
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It’s So Burnley!
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Ian Hawkey and Jonathan Northcroft. Burnley are showing some fight - but can they avoid the drop and who is most…
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Is The Title Race Back On?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Alyson Rudd and Henry Winter. Tottenham grabbed an unexpected win at Manchester City on Saturday. Does the 3-2…
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Europa League > Champions League?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke and Ian Hawkey. Liverpool struck late to gain a healthy 2-0 lead over Inter Milan going into the second leg of their…
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Spreading Love To The Unsung Heroes
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Alyson Rudd and James Restall. It’s Valentine’s Day, so we’re showing some love to some of the clubs who don’t get a…
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The New Face Of Football Hooliganism
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Matt Lawton and Jonathan Northcroft. The Times have investigated the rise in violence at football in the UK and the…
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The Wood And The Forest
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd. There were some shocks and some near-shocks in the FA Cup this weekend. Non-league Boreham Wood…
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Transfer Window Winners (And Losers)
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke and Tom Roddy. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has finally left Arsenal to sign for Barcelona. How well was his situation…
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Done Deals And Hijackings
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Alyson Clark and Tom Roddy. Frank Lampard is the new Everton manager, but who is the appointment better for? Him or…
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Welcome Back Roy!
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, James Restall and Jonathan Northcroft. Roy Hodgson has returned to management with Watford. Should he have been given…
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SPECIAL: Derby County - Is This The End?
Hugh Woozencroft, Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd sit down with Matt Lawton to discuss his article in The Times on Derby County's future. What's actually going on…
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"They Look Like A Normal Premier League Team"
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd. Norwich have surprised many recently - not just our journalists - and are out of the relegation zone…
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Should Christian Eriksen Play On?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Ian Hawkey and Tom Roddy. Spurs showed some fight as they shocked Leicester City at the King Power on Wednesday…
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Did Rafa Stand a Chance?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Alyson Rudd and Matt Dickinson. Manchester City are 11 points clear of Liverpool at the top of the Premier League. Is…
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Top 3.. Is Ronaldo Speaking Sense?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Alyson Rudd and Jonathan Northcroft. Spurs put out another ‘cup side’ in their second leg Carabao Cup loss to Chelsea…
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Up The Cup!
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd. The FA Cup third round has given us some great entertainment this weekend, unless of course you’re a…
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Shocks and Awkwardness
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Tom Roddy, Martyn Ziegler and James Restall. Following their week of controversy, there was nothing controversial…
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Blown Out Of Proportion?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Alyson Rudd and Tom Roddy. Chelsea vs Liverpool was end-to-end, but the 2-2 result wasn’t really helpful for either…
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Excuses, Excuses, Excuses...
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke and Jonathan Northcroft. Chelsea dropped points with a 1-1 draw at home to Brighton. Is everyone sick of Thomas…
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Boxing Day Bonanza
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Alyson Rudd and Tom Roddy. Leicester lose again - but is it right to blame Brendan Rodgers? (00:00) Manchester City…
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Are Manchester City About To Pull Away?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Alyson Rudd and James Restall. Did we witness the game of the season between Spurs and Liverpool or was it more of a…
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Does Football Need A Covid Break?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Tom Roddy and Matt Lawton. Arsenal are up into the European places after their rocky start to the season. Who should…
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A Weekend Of Penalties
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Alyson Rudd and James Restall. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang missed Arsenal’s win over Southampton after a disciplinary…
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Are Liverpool Champions League Favourites?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Ian Hawkey and Rick Broadbent. Chelsea are still in a rut - but there were positives in their Champions League match…
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All Change At The Top
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke, Alyson Rudd and Tom Roddy. Aston Villa made up for the midweek loss with a win over Leicester. Is Steven Gerrard the…
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Are Everton's Problems Higher Up?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Tom Clarke and Jonathan Northcroft. Liverpool outclassed Everton in the Merseyside derby at Goodison Park. Fans showed their…
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Will Ronaldo Fit With Rangnick?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Alyson Rudd and Tom Roddy. Chelsea were held by Manchester United at Stamford Bridge - did Michael Carrick get his tactics spot…
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Are Chelsea a Superclub?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Jonathan Northcroft and Ian Hawkey. Mauricio Pochettino had a night to forget in Manchester as PSG were shown…
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Ole No Longer At The Wheel
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Roddy and David Walsh. Ole has finally departed Old Trafford - but has he done so with his head held high?…
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Howe, Smith & Gerrard - Who Got The Best Manager?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Molly Hudson. Stockport are the latest team to pull off an FA Cup upset after they beat Bolton…
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Double Digits In San Marino
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Alyson Rudd and Tom Clarke. England qualified for the 2022 World Cup with a 10-0 win in San Marino - but what…
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Aston V In For Stevie G?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Roddy and Jonathan Northcroft. Aston Villa have been heavily linked to Rangers manager Steven Gerrard. Is…
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Down About Dean
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd. They’re up to fifth in the table having been bottom at the start of the season -…
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No Longer Spursy
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Ian Hawkey. Liverpool have progressed to the knockout stages of the Champions League with a win…
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Nuno Gone, Conte Incoming?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd. Nuno Espírito Santo has left Tottenham after just ten Premier League matches in…
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Remembering Walter Smith
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Jonathan Northcroft. Walter Smith sadly passed away this week aged 73. We remember the former…
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Harry Maguire Is Not A Leader
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke, Paul Hirst and Alyson Rudd. Manchester United have suffered the most embarrassing loss in their…
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Comebacks And Fresh Starts
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Ian Hawkey. Manchester United looked to be heading to a Champions League defeat before a…
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New Owners, New Enthusiasm, Same Result
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Roddy and Alyson Rudd. Newcastle’s new chapter on the pitch has started, but things need some serious work…
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Was Southgate's Experiment Worth It?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Jonathan Northcroft. England ended the International break in lacklustre fashion at Wembley. Was…
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Hugh's Andorran Adventure
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd. We’re lucky to have Hugh after his comical trip to Andorra for the England game…
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Is Mike Ashley Finally Out?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Roddy and Tom Clarke. Newcastle United could very soon be the richest club in the world as the Saudi-backed…
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If Only City Had a Centre Forward
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Alyson Rudd and Paul Hirst. Liverpool and Manchester City played a cagey first half, followed by a wild second…
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Will Former Players Make Better Referees?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson and Ian Hawkey. Chelsea left Turin disappointed after a 1-0 loss at the hands of Juventus. Did they miss Mason…