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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 Game31 - Losing Kane will cost Tottenham the top 4
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by James Scowcroft, Alyson Rudd and Julien Laurens to talk about the mystery of Moussa Sissoko and whether Liverpool playing badly…
The Game30 - Who is to blame? Arsene or Alexis?
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by James Scowcroft, Tony Cascarino and Julien Laurens to discuss the ongoing Alexis Sanchez saga, if Tyrone Mings meant the head…
The Game29 - Leicester have struggled to deal with the world’s expectations
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by James Scowcroft, Alyson Rudd and Matt Dickinson to discuss outstanding performances from Ibrahimovic, Gabbiadini and Fabregas…
The Game28 - Why can't the World Cup have 3 or 4 co-hosts?
Gabriele Marcotti is back to debate the major talking points in football alongside Stewart Robson who wonders if Aguero is training well enough, Julien Laurens…
The Game27 - Getting rid of Ranieri is the only answer
Alyson Rudd is joined by James Scowcroft, Julien Laurens and Bill Edgar to discuss the futures of Claudio Ranieri at Leicester and Arsene Wenger at…
The Game26 - Arsenal are a comfort zone club
Gab Marcotti returns to discuss the weekend's major talking points, with the aid of Tony Cascarino, Alyson Rudd and Paul Hirst. Plus Matthew Syed debates the…
The Game25 - Did the FA Cup hit an all-time low?
Max Rushden sits in for Gab Marcotti, in the company of Julien Laurens, James Scowcroft and Oliver Kay. On the agenda, the FA Cup's lack of lustre, a huge week…
The Game24 - Is Wayne Rooney a genius?
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, Matt Dickinson and Stewart Robson, plus Matthew Syed discusses his article on why people are wrong to mock Wayne…
The Game23 - Pep has overrated his ability to improve players
Gabriele Marcotti is back, alongside Alyson Rudd, Julien Laurens and Matt Hughes. Plus James Scowcroft joins us live from Old Trafford and find out which…
The Game22 - More FA Cup Magic...
This week Alyson Rudd is joined by Julien Laurens, James Scowcroft and Oliver Kay to discuss too many FA cup changes, Hull's new manager, whether Dele Alli…
The Game21 - Pep & City have anxiety problems
Gab Marcotti is joined by Tony Cascarino, Stewart Robson and James Scowcroft to discuss City's angry manager, Bournemouth's talented manager and Hull's former…
The Game19 - Wenger is in awe of Ozil
Gab Marcotti is joined by Oliver Kay, Julien Laurens and James Scrowcroft to discuss the same old Arsenal, Mourinho's new United and the thrall of…
The Game18 - Pep may want to work on defending
Gab is joined by Julien Laurens, James Scowcroft and Alyson Rudd.Find out more information, visit www.thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
The Game17 - Liverpool lack decisiveness at the back
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, Tony Cascarino, Stewart Robson and Gregor Robertson. Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See…
The Game16 - Mourinho only has himself to blame for getting sent off
Gabriele Marcotti reviews the best of the weekend's action with Julien Laurens, James Scowcroft and Matt Hughes. Plus, Matthew Syed joins the conversation as…
The Game15 - Mourinho was right, United are unlucky
Gabriele Marcotti is joined in the studio by Alyson Rudd, Tony Cascarino and Julien Laurens. The panel discuss Manchester United's lack of cutting edge…
The Game14 - England need to be more pragmatic
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by regulars Oli Kay, Julien Laurens and Tony Cascarino to debate the apparent lack of quality in the England v Scotland World Cup…
The Game13 - Poch's Plan B showed guts
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, Matt Dickinson and Martyn Zeigler to discuss the weekend's action, plus Damian Collins MP joins the panel to…
The GameThe Game - 12 - Cascarino would sell Sturridge if he was Klopp
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Tony Cascarino, Alyson Rudd, Matt Dickinson and George Caulkin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - 10 - Guardiola has underestimated the strength of the Premier League
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Tony Cascarino, James Scowcroft and Julien Laurens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - 9 - Dier should be made England captain
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, Tony Cascarino and George Caulkin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - 8 - Time to consider Tottenham serious title contenders
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Times reporter Paul Hirst, James Scowcroft and Gregor Robertson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - 7 - Rooney cannot justify starting role
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Ben Machell, Stewart Robson and Oli Kay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - 6 - Manchester United lack tactical intelligence
Max Rushed is joined by Julien Laurens, James Scowcroft and Oli Kay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - 5 - You never watch Costa and think poor little lamb
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, Julien Laurens and Matt Dickinson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - 4 - England need to move on from Rooney in midfield
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Oliver Kay and Julien Laurens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - 3 - Arsenal are stuck in transfer window Groundhog Day
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, James Scowcroft and Matt Dickinson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - 2 - Pogba arrival presents Mourinho with a problem
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, Tony Cascarino and James Scowcroft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - New Season
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by James Scowcroft, Rory Smith and Julien Laurens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 041 - United have acted horrifically in sacking Van Gaal
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Rory Smith, Alyson Rudd, Oli Kay and Matt Hughes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 040 - Review of the Premier League season
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, Alyson Rudd and Rory Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 039 - Man City lack progress since Mancini
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, Tony Cascarino and Matt Hughes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 038 - Champions League will change Leicester
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Rory Smith, Oliver Kay and Matt Dickinson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 037 - Martinez unlikely to be at Everton next season
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, Julien Laurens and Rory Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 036 - Who should win Player of the Year?
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by James Scowcroft, Tony Cascarino and Rory Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 035 - Van Gaal has no excuse
Max Rushden steps in for Gabriele Marcotti and is joined by Julien Laurens, Henry Winter and Matt Hughes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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The Game - Week 034 - Leicester are now a big club
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Tony Cascarino, Alyson Rudd and Rory Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 033 - Rooney injury has helped England develop
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Rory Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 032 - Koeman should be the next Arsenal manager
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Tony Cascarino, Clive Petty and Henry Winter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 031 - size of Newcastle will appeal to Benitez
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Tony Cascarino, Matt Hughes and Rory Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 030 - European Super League will be a turn-off for fans
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, James Scowcroft and Rory Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 029 - Van Gaal must not rely on Rashford
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, James Scowcroft and Martyn Ziegler. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 28 - FA Cup replays should be scrapped
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, Tony Cascarino and Oliver Kay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 027 - Do our referees need more help?
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Henry Winter, Alyson Smith and Rory Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 026 - Leicester are breaking the rules to succeed
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, Tony Cascarino and Rory Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 025 - Guardiola will change the philosophy at City
Max Rushden is joined by Julien Laurens, Oli Kay and James Scowcroft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 24 - Arsenal have lacked quality in attack this season
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by James Scowcroft, Rory Smith and Tony Cascarino. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 023 - Arsenal have not stamped their authority on the Premier League
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Rory Smith, Matt Hughes, George Caulkin and Matthew Syed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 22 - Villa are suffering from a massive crisis in confidence
Gabriele Marcotti was joined by Rory Smith, Alyson Rudd and Tony Cascarino Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 021 - Louis Van Gaal has put a spell on Manchester United
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Matt Hughes, Alyson Rudd and Julien Laurens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 020 - Louis Van Gaal has lost his aura
Gabriele Marcotti was joined by Henry Winter, Rory Smith and James Scowcroft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 019 - Wales have work cut out to get past Euro 2016 group stages
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Rory Smith, Tony Cascarino and Kit Symons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 018 - Credit Hughes for flair at Stoke
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Matt Hughes, Rory Smith and Alyson Rudd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 017 - Vardy could thrive in Champions League
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, Matt Hughes and Henry Winter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 016 - Manchester City must ally pragmatism to flair
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by James Scowcroft, Rory Smith and James Ducker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 015 - Football must win in the battle against terror
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, Matt Hughes and Matthew Syed in a particularly poignant podcast following the attacks in Paris and ahead of the…
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The Game - Week 014 - Zaha reborn at resurgent Palace
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Tony Cascarino, Alyson Rudd and Julien Laurens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 013 - How to fix Aston Villa
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, James Scowcroft and Jonathan Northcroft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 012 - Criticism of Rooney is justified
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Oli Kay, Tony Cascarino and Ben Machell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 011 - Impressive West Ham should finish on a high
Max Rushed is joined by Julien Laurens, James Scowcroft and Matt Hughes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.