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Football Ramble

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Arsenal
World Cup
Premier League
Manchester City
Manchester United
England National Football Team
World Cup 2026
Liverpool
Chelsea
England
Newcastle United
Spain
Champions League
Thomas Tuchel
FIFA
France
Tottenham Hotspur
Football (soccer)
Aston Villa
Real Madrid

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 ever... more

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Latest Episodes

Come one, come all! Judge Moore takes his seat atop the Colosseum of Biddy to officiate a title-deciding bout between Spelgium and Cartalonia.

And it's a good'un. Think about a footballer called Steve, chances are he's on this list. LET THE BIDDY BO... more

In tribute to the great Sir Patrick Stewart, Pete's got quite the performance today. Marcus, Luke and Jim are here to witness greatness.

Speaking of witnessing greatness, Jim gets very excited about both teams piling into the same goalmouth for a sc... more

Sweet, sweet Carabao, how we love you. Pete, Jim and Luke are here to reflect on another night of scintillating cup action.

Elsewhere, we are pleased to learn that Kai Rooney is very much at large at Man United. Plus, we get a great London piss upda... more

That's what the Carabao do to ya! What a night for Fleetwood Town who, in Arsenal's very own colours AND at Highbury, took the scalp of Mikel Arteta's aristocrats.

Marcus, Luke and David are here to celebrate the greatest night in the Cod Army's his... more

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Recent Guests

Ian Holloway
Swindletail manager (guest)
Swindletail
Episode: The Preview Show: Eff off handsome
John Obie McHale
Football pundit (guest)
Episode: The Preview Show: Eff off handsome
Jesse Marsh
Canada national team manager (guest on episode)
Canada national team
Episode: The Bobby Williamson trail
Sir Jeff Hurst
England World Cup winner, featured in a Budweiser advert
Budweiser advertising segment
Episode: The Great Autumn International Break of 2026™
Danny Murphy
Former professional footballer and pundit
Episode: Sweet Carabao
Little Luke
Self-proclaimed puppet version of Luke Moore featured in a visual game segment
Football Ramble
Episode: My Biddy Aunt: Strikers
Andy Brassell
Football journalist and continental pundit
On The Continent (guest stint)
Episode: Jus’ a Brassell
Andy Brattle
Guest mentioned as a recurring contributor
Episode: Lasered armpits
Gonzalo Garcia
Football staff member mentioned in closing credits, likely guest on this episode
Fulham FC or associated staff
Episode: BOOOOOOOOOOO

Hosts

Pete Donaldson
Co-host, known for energetic, humorous takes and film-culture interludes.
Jim Campbell
Co-host and prolific contributor, brings analysis with banter.
Luke Moore
Co-host and regular panelist, adds sporting anecdotes and insight.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 16.7k ratings
  • My favourite podcast. Been listening for years and its always great!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Palmasaurus Rex
    14 days ago
  • Used to be good now is dull as

    Kept going as good cash cow for the old mob I presume

    Podcast Addict
    1
    anoncoolio
    15 days ago
  • Best football podcast around by far. Knowledgeable and funny.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Mbc1974
    16 days ago
  • fab

    Podcast Addict
    5
    roz
    20 days ago
  • Rarely miss an episode

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Tapiridae
    24 days ago

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Sponsorship choices have sparked mixed reactions from a portion of the audience.
Listeners praise the show for fun, insightful football banter and strong lineups.
Guests and hosts are consistently entertaining and knowledgeable.
Some critique ad load and occasional audio/video issues affecting listenability.

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Talking Points

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Mailbag: What’s going on at Newcastle United?
Q: Assuming there is no change in ownership, when is the earliest you see Manchester United seriously competing for or winning the Premier League?
The hosts say a title challenge is not imminent and could take at least several seasons, citing recruitment shortcomings, managerial instability, weak club-wide coordination and the Glazers' ownership. They stress that any timeline is highly uncertain.
Mailbag: What’s going on at Newcastle United?
Q: Where did the wind from Newcastle's sails go?
The hosts attribute Newcastle's struggles to squad turnover, injuries, missed transfer targets and an unsettled team still adapting to Matthias Jaissle's tactics. They also question the team's attacking choices and Jaissle's public comments.
Mailbag: Has this Premier League season become a farce?
Q: With the Manchester City case, what would be an appropriate endgame if sanctions are delayed or contested?
Several speakers argue for a hard-line endgame such as expulsion or a severe points deduction that guarantees relegation, aiming to deter similar behavior and maintain competitive integrity.
Mailbag: Has this Premier League season become a farce?
Q: This is the first international break since the World Cup, what new England players could feature at Euro 2028?
The hosts highlight Alex Scott and Max Dalman as the standout young talents with a strong chance of breaking into the senior squad by 2028, with potential involvement depending on how England shapes its midfield and attack.
Summer Series: Dicky Tum Tum Hostel (feat. Rick Edwards)
Q: What is your take on the Infantino leadership and the ongoing FIFA crisis in Rabat?
The panel treats Infantino's leadership as controversial but ambitious, noting that the meeting in Rabat signals a fight over control and money within global football, and that outcomes remain open but pivotal for future governance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Football Ramble

What is Football Ramble about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A witty, banter-forward football show that covers club politics, transfer gossip, governance drama, and culture around the game. Episodes blend in-depth discussion of ownership, finance, and managerial moves with pop‑culture tangents and humor, often featuring guest appearances from players, pundits, and media figures. The tone stays light and irreverent while tackling big topics like big-money ownership, governance controversies, and big matches, making it a reliable daily fixture for listeners who want smart takes and comic relief during the season and World Cup coverage. Notable strengths include a long-running, characterful host trio and a rotating slate of guests that adds credibility and variety to the banter.

Potential listeners sho... more

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1. On The Continent - A European Football Podcast
2. The Totally Football Show with James Richardson
3. The Luke and Pete Show
4. Football Weekly
5. The Game

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Football Ramble launched 19 years ago and published 2934 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Ian Holloway
2. John Obie McHale
3. Jesse Marsh
4. Sir Jeff Hurst
5. Danny Murphy
6. Little Luke
7. Andy Brassell
8. Andy Brattle

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