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Nessun Dorma Retro Football Podcast

Nessun Dorma
World Cup
Brazil
FA Cup
English Football
Football
Argentina
Germany
Euro 1984
Liverpool
Italy
Manchester United
Tottenham Hotspur
Scottish Football
European Cup
Champions League
World Cup 1982
Denmark
1994 FIFA World Cup
Euro 96
England National Team

An in-depth, nostalgic celebration of football in the eighties and nineties, where the wider world of sport and popular culture are occasionally welcome visitors. nessundorma.substack.com

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Latest Episodes

During 1987/88, the world's oldest football competition would officially turn 100. Suffering insecurity in a post-Heysel world, the Football League pulled out all of the stops to remind everyone of their prestige. A game between the champions of Engl... more

George Graham's Arsenal seemed set to retain their League Cup under a beautiful spring Wembley sky as an interesting final reached the final ten minutes following the familiar script of the underdog going ahead, failing to get a second and getting re... more

Martyn and Mike get together to remember the life and impact of Kevin Keegan. Inspired by Patron Kevin Alexander's collection of questions, the guys ponder how much of his charm was linked to glorious failure, what he was like in person, how he was a... more

‘The European Cup has become a historical anachronism … it is not modern thinking,’ remarked Silvio Berlusconi when Diego Maradona’s Napoli were pitted against six-time European champions Real Madrid in the very first round of the competition in 1987... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Moore
Luton Town fan, radio host, podcaster in the back in the day
Luton Town supporter community
Episode: Season 1987/88 Episode 2 - Luton's High Peak
Alex Fynn
Broadcast advertising executive connected with Saatchi & Saatchi; involved in football marketing and European football strategy
Saatchi & Saatchi
Episode: Season 1987/88 Episode 1 - The Game That Changed Football
Jon Spurling
Renowned author, Arsenal fan, and podcaster
Arsenal fans and author
Episode: Season 1986/87 Episode 8 - The Arrival of George Graham
Richard Foster
Journalist and podcaster, author of The Agony and the Ecstasy
Author, Football League playoffs history
Episode: Season 1986/87 Episode 7 - The Birth of the Play-Offs
Gary Cook
From Retro Football
Retro Football
Episode: Season 1986/87 Episode 5 - Big Ron and Fergie
Elton Wellesby
Author and broadcaster
Episode: Nessun Dorma Special - Retro Football
John Champion
Broadcast journalist, interview subject for the magazine
BBC
Episode: Nessun Dorma Special - Retro Football
Richard Chamberlain
Author and football writer on Coventry City, with a published book on the club
Coventry City-related author
Episode: Season 1986/87 Episode 1 - Coventry's Name On The Cup
Adam Elder
Author of New Kids in the World Cup
Author, book author on the US World Cup story
Episode: Nessun Dorma Bookclub - New Kids In The World Cup

Hosts

Martyn Ramsay
Host who introduces the author and leads the interview; central figure guiding the conversations across episodes.
John Mackay
Guest or host with football analysis background; participates in discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 371 ratings
  • Just discovered this excellent football podcast. As someone who no longer follows the game, it takes me back to when I loved it. Being a proper nerd, I'm starting from episode 1. Highly recommend

    Podcast Addict
    5
    nieldy
    6 months ago
  • Consistently brilliant

    One of the best football podcasts around: intellectual without being dry, witty without being silly, and consistently informative. The fact they’re accurate on the topics I’m most knowledgeable about - namely Scottish football, Man United and ‘80s politics - means I tend to trust that they’re spot on on other topics, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dave B_90
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • What a podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Michael Comiskey
    10 months ago
  • Superb

    Brilliant podcast so informative and great having different facets. Great contributors as well and they all know there stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arno2006
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Superb

    Superb podcast informative great presenters and brings back memories and insightful knowledge

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arno2006
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners love the nostalgia and detailed breakdowns of 80s/90s eras, calling episodes engaging and informative.
Listeners praise the deep, scholarly approach to retro football and the mix of memory with analysis.
Fans appreciate long-form format and high-quality guests who know their topics intimately.
Critiques often focus on audio production quality rather than content depth, with many praising the host dynamics and guest insights.
Patrons repeatedly highlight the value of historical context when exploring World Cup narratives.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#169
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#96
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#195
Germany/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#46
Poland/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#74
Singapore/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#80
Japan/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

This Week Special - Kevin Keegan Remembered
Q: Without Keegan, how different would Nessun Dorma be?
The hosts suggest the show would still exist, but his presence significantly shaped the 80s and 90s football narrative, influencing how they analyze and present Newcastle's era and broader Premier League history.
Season 1986/87 Episode 7 - The Birth of the Play-Offs
Q: Did it need a match like that?
Yes, the conversation argues that the dramatic, two-legged finals and later Wembley finals played a crucial role in sustaining fan engagement and creating a compelling narrative that kept bottom-half teams competitive and relevant through the end of the season.
A Festive Q&A
Q: What was your favorite holiday period fancy dress you've seen?
I remember the first time I saw the blue Santa hats and thought that was clever. It made a memorable impression.
A Festive Q&A
Q: What knee-jerk reaction transfers happened over Christmas prior to the transfer window?
Not many, but Cantona and Andy Cole transfers come to mind, especially as they had a seismic impact.
A Festive Q&A
Q: With the frantic nature of so many games over the Christmas period and New Year, how did we keep up to date with what was going on in the 80s and 90s?
Match coverage was primarily via radio commentary and Match of the Day broadcasts.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nessun Dorma Retro Football Podcast

What is Nessun Dorma Retro Football Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show is a deep-dan nostalgia trip through football in the 1980s and 1990s, mixing detailed match recollections with broader cultural context. Episodes frequently center on iconic World Cups, European finals, and major tournaments, weaving in author interviews, historical analysis, and personal memories to explore how the game shaped and reflected wider society. Listeners can expect thorough storytelling, long-form conversations, and thoughtful critiques of tactics, media narratives, and football culture from eras when the sport felt equally about drama, politics, and identity. A notable strength is the blend of scholarly analysis with first-hand recollections from players, journalists, and historians, often anchored by a consistent host... more

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2. Alex Fynn
3. Jon Spurling
4. Richard Foster
5. Gary Cook
6. Elton Wellesby
7. John Champion
8. Richard Chamberlain

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