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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
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The Game - Week 23 - Adkins, Arsenal & AfCoN
Gab Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens and Clive Petty. Rory Smith also reports from South Africa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 22 - United's attacking mask
Gab Marcotti joined by Clive Petty, Rory Smith and Oliver Kay to discuss United, Liverpool, Arsenal, Man City and the 'Atlantic league' idea. Hosted on Acast…
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The Game - Week 21 - Does Wenger need a cup run?
Gab Marcotti is joined by Tony Cascarino, Rory Smith and Matt Hughes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 20 - Losing Lampard is Ludicrous
Marcotti is joined by Tony Evans, Oli Kay and Stewart Robson to break down the big topics in football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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The Game - Week 19 - Title race far from over
Marcotti and co. look at latest action involving Man United, Newcastle, Chelsea, Spurs, Sunderland, QPR and Liverpool Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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The Game - Week 18 - Bye Bye Balotelli?
Marcotti, Rory Smith, Pedro Pinto and George Caulkin discuss Villa, Newcastle, Man City, Liverpool and the World Cup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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The Game - Week 17 - City with RVP would be top
Marcotti, along with Oli Kay, Rory Smith and Alyson Rudd analyses the week in football, including the Manchester derby and West Ham versus Liverpool Hosted on…
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The Game - Week 16 - Will Roman Crumble?
Marcotti, Tom Dart, Clive Petty and Matt Hughes discuss West Ham v Chelsea, Reading v Man U and Becks and the MLS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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The Game - Week 15 - Harry's Odyssey
Marcotti is joined by Rory Smith, Tony Cascarino and Oli Kay to dicscus upheavals at Chelsea and QPR and to question the rise of West Brom Hosted on Acast. See…
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The Game - Week 14 - Is Walcott worth the wages?
Marcotti is joined by Matt Dickinson, Clive Petty and Julien Laurens. In focus are Spurs v Arsenal, Norwich v Man United and MK Dons' upcoming battle with AFC…
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The Game - Week 13 - Psychology of a substitute
Spurs fans and the 'Y' word, Villa versus United and chauffeur for Maicon. Marcotti is joined by Oli Kay, Rory Smith and Tony Cascarino. Hosted on Acast. See…
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The Game - Week 12 - Arsenal feeling shirty
Gabriele Marcotti is joined this week by Rory Smith, George Caulkin and Absolute Radio's Russ Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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The Game - Week 11 - No Man United bias from referees
Referees and their assistants come under the microscope following a controversial 3-2 win for Man United at Stamford Bridge, and a 2-2 draw in the Merseyside…
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The Game - Week 10 - A racism fight too far?
Alyson Rudd hosts the show this week in which she is joined by Matthew Syed, Daniel Finkelstein and Stewart Robson. The team get to the heart of the racism…
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The Game - Week 9 - English icons
International focus this week, including some thoughts on improving focus for the U21's. Marcotti is joined by Matt Hughes, Tony Cascarino & Peter Lansley…
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The Game - Week 8 - What next for Chelsea?
What do Chelsea need to do to improve their reputation? And how much blames lies at the FA's door? Marcotti joined by Tony Evans, Matt Dickinson & Tony…
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The Game - Week 7 - A winning mentality
Also, Chelsea look like champions. Plus reaction to 8 year deals at Newcastle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 6 - Banter or offensive
Gab Marcotti is joined by Tony Evans, Rory smith and James Ducker to review the weekend in football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 5 - Shakes and shockwaves
Gab Marcotti discusses the big issues in football with Matt Dickinson, Alyson Rudd and Tony Barrett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 4 - The kids aren't alright
Marcotti and co. discuss England's win over Moldova and the introduction of the EPPP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 3 - QPR have no plan
Thoughts on Southampton v Man utd and Liverpool v Arsenal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 2 - Smash the window
Gab Marcotti is joined by Rory Smith, Oli Kay and Matt Dickinson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Week 1 - Is RVP MVP or OAP?
Gab Marcotti, Rory Smith, Oli Kay and Tony Cascarino evaluate the latest signings, and the 1st weekend of the season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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The Games - Defining moments
A selection of Times reporters reveal their highlights Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Games - The voice of The Times
Times editor James Harding and reporter Alyson Rudd join Chris Skinner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Games - The toughest race
Plus, Ashling O'Connnor on Bolt v Blake and women's boxing, and Craig Lord on Keri Ann Payne's 10k swim Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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The Games - Passing the baton
Chris Skinner speaks to Matt Dickinson about the Brownlees and Ashling O'Connor & Owen Slot about Sir Chris and Queen Vic Hosted on Acast. See…
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The Games - A nation of winners
Simon Barnes on the nation's psyche and Jeremy Griffin on the latest from the athletics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Games - It's Bolt v Blake
Chris Skinner talks to Rick Broadbent, Alyson Rudd and Craig Lord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Games - Capturing the moment
Chris Skinner talks to Marc Aspland about the perfect photo, Patrick Kidd about the rowing and The Sun's Gordon Smart about Olympin celebrities Hosted on…
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The Games - Dopey Dopers
Lynne Truss on the joy of minority sports, Matt Dickinson on cycling and Professor Ivan Waddington on doping Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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The Games - Making history
Matthew Pinsent shares his thoughts on London 2012, Owen Slot previews the cycling time trial and Rick Broadbent has the latest athletics news Hosted on Acast…
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The Games - Rowing For Gold
Chris Skinner discusses rowing with Patrick Kidd, equestrian with Jenny MacArthur and pictures with Elizabeth Orcutt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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The Games - GB men in medal hunt
Plus, Adlington looks good for 800m gold and Roger Boyes discusses international diplomact at the Olympics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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The Games - London puts on a show
Giles Smith reviews the opening ceremony, Craig Lord previews the swimming and Mike Atherton gives his take on the archery Hosted on Acast. See…
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The Games - More than a ceremony
Danny Finkelstein puts the case for an opening ceremony and Simon Barnes puts the case against. Plus Hackney teenaget Joe Mason gives his perspective on the…
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The Games - Looking the part
Chris Skinner is joined by Owen Slot to discuss Cav's pursuit of gold, Oli Kay discusses the men's football and Laura Craik appraises the best and worst team…
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The Games - It begins
Chris Skinner is joined by Jeremy Griffin who states why he thinks London is better than Beijing and Matt Dickinson who tips Team GB women's football for a…
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The Games - London Prepares
Host Chris Skinner is joined by Richard Whitehead to put the bad news in perspective, photographers Marc Aspland & Graham Hughes reveal how to get the best…
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The Game - Euro 2012 - It's Italy v Spain
Also, what went wrong for Germany and Portugal? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Euro 2012 - The Post Mortem begins
Gabriele Marcotti, Oliver Kay and Matt Dickinson come together to discuss England's quarter-final exit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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The Game - Euro 2012 - England march on
The panel assess the chances of the remaining 8 sides at Euro 2012What next for improving England? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Euro 2012 - Rooney returns
Also, Ronaldo shows his worth, Germans continue to impress, and the Dutch and Russians whimper out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Euro 2012 - Welbeck or Carroll?
Plus, do Russian fans risk posing a major threat to their national sides chances? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game - Euro 2012 - England must adapt
Gabriele Marcotti, Rory Smith and Matt Dickinson come together to discuss the first round of matches in the European Championships. Hosted on Acast. See…
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The Game - Euro 2012 - Are the hosts ready?
Gab Marcotti is joined by Oli Kay and Matt Dickinson to preview Euro 2012 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game Live - Euro 2012 Roadshow Q&A
Marcotti, Cascarino, Kay and Evans put to the test Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game Live - Euro 2012 Roadshow special
Marcotti, Kay, Evans, Cascarino, a pub and 70 listeners and football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game Six - Episode 42 - Analysing the marvel of Munich
Champions League glory for Chelsea, but many talking points arise. Plus, the panel pick their Premier League teams of the season. Hosted on Acast. See…
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The Game Six - Episode 41 - Stunning finish to the season
And were Bolton robbed? Has this been the worst ever season for refereeing? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game Six - Episode 40 - It's City's, despite Mancini
Plus, what impact will the FA Cup victory have on Chelsea? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game Six - Episode 39 - Should've been Harry?
Marcotti, Rudd, Cascarino & Caulkin on another packed weekend of football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game Six - Episode 38 - Team GB Football approach is abominable
Is David Beckham still good enough? Is there anything to be gained from Team GB football? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game Six - Episode 37 - Farcical weekend in focus
Spurs risk freefall and Liverpool through despite flaws. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game Six - Episode 36 - Blame lies with Mancini
This week Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Matt Hughes, Rory Smith and Jo Tongue, the BBC 606 editor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game Six - Bonus - Ben Smith on the magic of the matchday
Ben Smith talks of the magic of your first matchday experience and also the evolution of football's global reach through social media. Hosted on Acast. See…
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The Game Six - Episode 35 - Balotelli could cost City the title
Also, Liverpool in disarray once more and the panel of Gabriele Marcotti, Oliver Kay, Alyson Rudd and Ben Smith get to work on solving the future of England…
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The Game Six - Episode 34 - Why did Spurs slip?
Plus, eyes on Glasgow after an eventful weekend for the Old Firm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game Six - Episode 33 - United behind Muamba
Plus, in depth analysis of Liverpool versus Stoke and Wolves versus Manchester United Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Game Six - Episode 32 - City's Swans Dive
Plus, praise for Brendan Rodgers and debate on the FA's approach to management recruitment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.