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Football Ramble
The Football Ramble is a global podcasting institution. Since 2007, the Ramble has provided entertainment, analysis and coverage of the Premier League, Champions League and beyond for football fans who don't take the world's biggest sport too seriously.
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 for the Premier League season as they discuss the biggest football stories in…
Episodes
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Jose’s Jugs
Pete’s in his increasingly hot seat today alongside Luke and Jim, as they assess the future of the only man in a hotter chair: Pep Guardiola. Even the…
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Ft. Jhon Durán
We all know the featured artist is the real star of the show, just ask Pitbull. Today, Marcus, Pete and Jim heap more praise on Jhon Durán after another goal…
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Ramble Reacts: Someone call The Ferryman
Death, taxes and Wolves not getting a decision from VAR. Marcus and Jim fear they might have just watched Gary O’Neil’s final match as Wolves manager…
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The xB Philosophy
Chelsea are blossoming under Enzo Maresca. Pete tells Marcus and Jim the secret reason why Maresca was always the man capable of cleaning things up at Chelsea…
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Mailbag: Has football become more boring?
Boring?? Not our beloved football! In the words of Marcus Speller: "I like marzipan but I wouldn't have it for breakfast, lunch and dinner." Marzipan Speller…
Football RambleThe Preview Show: A lovely collection of scalps
Bournemouth have added Tottenham to their growing collection of scalps, much to the annoyance of Big Ange. Today, Luke tells Marcus and Andy why he thinks…
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Live Krafth Love
Pete welcomes a jet lagged Luke Moore back on the pod, who are both here to guide Andy through last night’s football - all of which he second-screened while…
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A big beautiful match
Dear Ramblers, by the time you listen to this Julen Lopetegui may have been sacked. Don’t worry, we know how this goes… Today, Marcus, Andy and Pete bypass the…
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Who needs something the least?
Jim, Pete and The Bacon Boy are back with some more fat-chewing Tuesday chat™ as we draw comparisons between the mixed fortunes of Aston Villa and Newcastle…
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Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s hotstreak
Has Pep Guardiola stayed for too long at the party? Today Marcus, tells Jim and Pete why Pep should have taken the England job after all… Elsewhere, Pete…
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Mailbag: Who should replace Mo Salah?
It’s that time of week once again, good people: Marcus, Jim & David Cartlidge are here to answer a whole host of footballing questions. They wonder who should…
Football RambleThe Preview Show: Are you not entertained?
Marcus, Jim and OTC's David Cartlidge welcome in the weekend with a whistle stop tour of last night’s European action and a chunky preview of another banging…
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Ramble Reacts: Liverpool power past Real Madrid
Marcus and David Cartlidge settle in after another vintage European night at Anfield, as Liverpool’s various silky youngsters put on a clinic and Real Madrid…
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Never go Full Dyche
With all the Champions League action to get stuck into, Marcus and Jim have called in our favourite continental cousin for today’s show: Lars Sivertsen’s on…
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Ramble Reacts: Newcastle get squashed by the Hammers
Marcus and Jim are here to remind you that plenty of good stuff happens on Monday night, as West Ham stumbled across their passion for possession halfway…
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Every empire falls
One day, every empire must fall. Are Pep Guardiola's Manchester City about to topple? Marcus, Jim and Andy discuss whether the fatigue has finally become too…
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Mailbag: Should celebrities be buying football clubs?
Oh yes, it's that time of the week good people. Time to untie the knot and get stuck into some of your questions for this week's Mailbag. Marcus, Luke & Jim…
Football RambleThe Preview Show: The Manchester United Rats
Ruben Amorim is preparing to take charge of his first game as Manchester United manager and Marcus, Pete and Jim have one question… Can he turn Antony into the…
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Ramble Uncut: Are you gonna eat that?
Hi gang! Today, we're bringing you a special teaser of what you can expect every week on the Football Ramble Patreon. For just $5 a month, you'll get an…
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Wilson’s wonderful wand
What is Pep Guardiola's five-year plan? Why are Algeria being crowned as 'Unofficial World Champions'? Is the Swindon training ground really haunted? And why…
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Farewell, Lee
They say all good things must come to an end, and in Lee Carsley's case maybe he wanted it that way - or maybe he didn't? Honestly, who knows. Marcus, Luke and…
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We are going up
England have been promoted to Nations League group A. EEEEEEEAAAAASSSSSAAAAAYYYY!! Today, Marcus, Luke and Vish are here to celebrate the promotion. Luke then…
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Mailbag: Is it time to bring in foreign referees?
It's been a pretty normal week in the world of PUG-MOL. But for some reason we got lots of questions about referees this week. Can anybody think why? Marcus…
Football RambleThe Preview show: Have another look at that
We've had Owen Hargreaves. We've had Michael Carrick. We've had Angel Gomes. And now, we've got Curtis Jones. Is he the answer we've craved for in England's…
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Sweet Greek revenge
Following an embarrassing display at Wembley, England head to Greece tonight in search of sweet revenge knowing a convincing win would be enough to get…
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Give Them Yo' Vote
Marcus launches his campaign to be the next Match of the Day presenter and fulfils his obligation to plug Pitbull’s upcoming gig in London. He's also joined by…
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Title in Comic Sans
Roberto De Zerbi has had his overhead projector out again, this time to show off his Manchester United contract to get all his Marseille players motivated…
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Panic on the streets of Manchester
What do Pep Guardiola and Stuart Pearce have in common? Marcus, Luke and Vish find out on today’s episode. Elsewhere, Ipswich won their first Premier League…
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Mailbag: What's the point in supporting a mid-table club?
It can be tough supporting a mid-table club. Supporters of Fulham, West Ham, Crystal Palace and Manchester United will know that feeling all too well. But what…
Football RambleThe Preview Show: The Chelsea vending machine
Chelsea B beat FC Noah 8-0 in the Europa Conference League last night. At this stage, it just feels disrespectful. Will Chelsea show more respect to Arsenal?…
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Ramble Reacts: Arsenal falter again
And look what they made Jim do. He’s only gone and smashed all his precious Ming vases in his living room. Marcus and Jim review a difficult night for Arsenal…
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Peter the piano man
We all know what radiation poisoning feels like, right? Surely? No? Well, according to Pete Donaldson it is similar to answering a question from Gary Cotterill…
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Ramble Reacts: Harry “king of the skies” Wilson
Oh, what a night! Harry Wilson scores a beautiful stoppage time brace for Fulham, Jim Campbell reveals he has a hidden music career and Pete Donaldson admits…
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Put a Tonk on it
When Anthony Gordon whipped in a beautiful ball from the right flank with his right foot, Marcus could draw only one conclusion: "We’ve got our game back!"…
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Mailbag: Will the Carabao Cup survive?
As FIFA unveils a new tournament every weekend and injuries pile up, we start today’s show wondering if the majestic Carabao Cup can survive the demands of…
Football RambleThe Preview Show: Can we still use our voucher?
“Hey Ruud, do you know how to fix a roof?” Ruud van Nistelrooy wants to stay at Man United after Rúben Amorim gets the job and Pete has an idea on how Van…
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Ramble Reacts: Spurs send City packing on a vintage night of Carabao
Pete and Luke raise their heads from the overflowing Carabao trough to recap a chaotic night in England’s premier energy drink-adjacent sports competition…
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We’re Team Erik
Banning Cristiano Ronaldo from getting his trainers, redoing the plumbing himself, pocketing a cool £15 million on departure… Turns out Erik ten Hag is…
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The Maresca in the madness
Time for more Tuesday chat! Marcus, Jim and Vish look over Chelsea’s curiously impressive start, as their young players continue to kick on and Enzo Maresca…
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Ramble Reacts: Erik ten Hag has left Manchester United!
The seemingly inevitable has happened: after just four wins from 14 games - and an hour after we left the studio - Erik ten Hag has lost his job. Spare a…
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Hi Man City, can we get a lift?
Points shared at the Emirates but which side are happier? Today, Marcus, Jim, and Vish are here to unpick another fabulous weekend of Premier League action…
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Mailbag: How do we deal with football conspiracies?
Were the moon landings faked? Did aliens build the pyramids? Did Howard Webb intervene to get William Saliba sent off against Bournemouth? Philosophers and…
Football RambleThe Preview Show: The Slot Factor
Death, taxes and Jose Mourinho getting sent off on a big European night. The Special One played the hits against Man United and today Marcus, Luke and Andy are…
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Ramble Reacts: Liverpool pass another test
Liverpool travelled to the Red Bull Arena and left with all three points. Naturally, Pete is wearing his Monster Energy hat to celebrate. Today, he’s joined by…
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Haystacks Peace and the pesky prattling parrot
ASTON VILLA ARE TOP OF THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE! Does that mean Emi Martínez gets a new trophy to hump? Today, Marcus, Andy, Jim and Vish commend Unai Emery for…
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Ramble Reacts: Crystal Palace’s woes continue
Grandad Roy, come and help Uncle Marc, would you? Nottingham Forest beat Crystal Palace 1-0 and continued their remarkable defensive record, all while Chris…
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Battle of the little boys
Arne Slot’s lot are still top of the table! Marcus, Luke, Vish and Pete talk through a pulsating Sunday afternoon showdown with Chelsea – but thankfully Pete…
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Mailbag: Do we need chaotic managers?
Right then, Tommy Tuchs has got the big job so now we wait for the inevitable chaos that trails in his path. It's going to be box office, but is the…
Football RambleThe Preview Show: Give it Thomas Frank
The Barclays is back! Marcus, Andy, Jim and Pete are fizzing at the prospect of a goalmongous return when Spurs play West Ham in the Premier League tomorrow…
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Ramble Uncut: Jay Rayner and The Turbines
Today, we're bringing you a special teaser of what you can expect every week on the Football Ramble Patreon. For just $5 a month, you'll get an extended…
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My giddy aunt, it’s Thomas Tuchel!
“It’s difficult to believe, at this point, that the FA are in negotiations with Thomas Tuchel” - Luke Moore, 15th October 2024. Marcus, Luke and Jim are here…
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I do want the job, but I haven’t applied
It’s a Lions Watch takeover! Marcus and Luke cast their deciding votes on the future of the England managerial post: has Lee Carsley passed the job interview?…
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You are not entertained
Who's more confused, Lee Carsley or Pete Donaldson? A question which is in itself so confusing that we're really confused trying to answer it. All we know is…
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Mailbag: How do we fix the international break?
It's the bloomin' weekend and luckily for you, it's full of Nations League excitement. Seriously though, the whole football calendar is an absolute mess…
Football RambleThe Preview Show: A confusing broth
Lee Carsley experimented with starting all the cooks for England and what transpired was one confusing broth. Today, Luke tells Marcus and Vish why England…
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Mama Marcus
Is that… a half fit Harry Kane trundling up the pitch? Oh YES! International football is back and England face Greece tonight! Marcus, Pete and Andy celebrate…
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Manchester City’s glove emporium
Manchester City laid the smallest of gloves on the Premier League this week. But what does it all mean? Today, Marcus and Andy crossover to our official legal…
Football RambleIntroducing: The English Disease
This is a podcast we think you’re going to love. Our friends at Stak have made a unique six-part documentary about hooliganism in English football. For…
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Timmy ten Hag
Well, it looks like Erik Ten Hag has bought himself a bit of time following one of the dullest games the Premier League has ever seen. In other words, exactly…
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Andy Carroll for England
Is it Tottenham’s fault that people call 2-0 a dangerous scoreline? Today, even Jim admits to Marcus and Pete that he has some sympathy for Spurs fans after…