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Football Ramble

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Premier League
Arsenal
World Cup
Manchester City
Liverpool
Champions League
Tottenham Hotspur
Chelsea
Newcastle United
Football
Manchester United
World Cup 2026
FA Cup
England National Football Team
Nottingham Forest
Real Madrid
England
Aston Villa
Spain
Managers

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

Spelgium was found this morning in the bogs of the Ramble Intercontinental Senate, down on one knee after suffering defeat to Cartalonia last week. Now, Jimababwe has entered the fray to knock Speller down another notch - but will he be successful?

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This week's Premier League fixtures have got Jim Campbell's Barclays sensors tingling. We're in for some barn burners, ladies and gents.

He joins Marcus and Pete to preview this weekend's action. Plus, Hull City owner Acun Ilicali's bridge obsession... more

The European football season is upon us once again and our friends over at On The Continent have got you covered. You may well have had enough of experts, but these ones are well worth listening to. Each week Dotun Adebayo and Andy Brassell are joine... more

Ladies and gentlemen, the Carabao is back! Sadly, Tom Brady did not show the competition the respect it deserves after he spent more time worrying about his leather trousers than he did investing in Birmingham City. Disappointing.

Elsewhere, Marcus,... more

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Recent Guests

Gonzalo Garcia
Football staff member mentioned in closing credits, likely guest on this episode
Fulham FC or associated staff
Episode: BOOOOOOOOOOO
James Allcott
Guest on the summer series episode
Independent journalist/creator
Episode: Summer Series: Pete Pete Pete Pete Pete Pete (feat. James Allcott)
Eric Roberts
Actor, plays Frank Granger
Various, including The Dark Knight
Episode: Pete’s Film Club: Golden Shoes
Montel Williams
Actor, Shoe shop owner in the film
Television personality
Episode: Pete’s Film Club: Golden Shoes
John Wesley Shipp
Actor, US president in the film
Entertainment
Episode: Pete’s Film Club: Golden Shoes
Dina Meyer
Actress (the mother in the film)
Entertainment
Episode: Pete’s Film Club: Golden Shoes
John Rhys-Davies
Actor (neighbor figure in the film)
Entertainment
Episode: Pete’s Film Club: Golden Shoes
Jamie Carragher
Former Liverpool defender and football pundit
Former Liverpool FC
Episode: My Biddy Aunt: Premier League Legends (feat. Jamie Carragher)
Rick Edwards
Host of BBC Radio 5 Live Breakfast, Fighting Dog and Football Daily
BBC
Episode: Summer Series: Dicky Tum Tum Hostel (feat. Rick Edwards)

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 16.6k ratings
  • Vithushan Ehantharajah wins!

    Real Madrid.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SteelArmour_51
    United States24 days ago
  • Best general football podcast

    I tried listening to other generic pods throughout the World Cup and none do it as well as the Ramble team. Fun, funny and sometimes insightful, I listen religiously. Now they’ve had on Adam Clery as a guest, even better!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    duckworthr
    Canadaa month ago
  • Just really good.

    Only football podcast I listen to and I love it. Briefly leaving a 1star review to flag up the problems with audio since the video option came in. Podcast constantly restarts and can’t be skip through. If you listen when driving it is very annoying and a little dangerous… Sorry. But is there any chance this can be sorted with Apple. No other podcast in my feed does this.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TJ1981B
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • All just a big shame

    Seemed to have joined most of the formerly decent football media coverage (sky sports, the Guardian etc.), that these days are resorting to a talksport/twitter/YouTube approach of ignoring context and facts to say something to get a reaction. Also you always seem to talk over Jim when he tries to make sensible reasoned points. Still being on x is pretty disgusting as is any association with The Sun.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ed.Horse
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Wish theyd stop advertising their tat

    Podcast Addict
    3
    podreview
    2 months 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

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
World Cup McPredicto | 2026 FIFA World Cup
Q: What did Jim predict for the World Cup winner?
Jim predicted Spain to win the World Cup.
Life after football (feat. Ben Mee)
Q: How have you found the transition from playing to punditry?
Mee describes initial nerves but explains that pushing through, gaining comfort on camera, and leveraging his on-field leadership helped him thrive in punditry, while emphasizing the ongoing learning curve and the value of real-world experience.
Mailbag: Has the 48-team World Cup been a success? | 2026 FIFA World Cup
Q: Which team has surprised you the most, for better or worse?
Switzerland stood out for performing above expectations, especially after a rough group stage against Qatar and their advancement to the knockout rounds, which felt above par given the format.
Mailbag: How should we judge new signings?
Q: What changes have we seen in how fans and clubs view new signings over the years?
The panel notes that with bigger transfer fees and intense media scrutiny, expectations have shifted toward faster judgments, but there is still room to evaluate a player's fit over time, considering factors like injuries, adaptation, and team dynamics.

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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 Luke and Pete Show
3. The Totally Football Show with James Richardson
4. Football Weekly
5. The Athletic FC Podcast

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Football Ramble launched 19 years ago and published 2879 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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Recent guests on Football Ramble include:

1. Gonzalo Garcia
2. James Allcott
3. Eric Roberts
4. Montel Williams
5. John Wesley Shipp
6. Dina Meyer
7. John Rhys-Davies
8. Jamie Carragher

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