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Football Cliches

Adam Hurrey & Goalhanger
Football
Premier League
FA Cup
Football Commentary
Club World Cup
Goal Updates
Everton
Liverpool
Arsenal
Football Clichés
FIFA
Football Language
Vincent Company
VAR
Sandwich Etiquette
Sheffield United
Luton
Title Races
Team Performance Discussion
Norwich City

Deconstructing the gloriously unique language of football – the words, the phrases and the tiny things you didn't think you cared about – with Adam Hurrey, Charlie Eccleshare & David Walker. Visit nordvpn.com/cliches to get four extra months on a two-year plan with NordVPN

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Adam Hurrey is joined on the Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: the freescoring Dominic Calvert-Lewin passes a very particular threshold, Match of the Day exceeds its goalkeeper pundit quota, Joe Cole somehow mo... more

While England self-immolate, Cricket Cliches maintains its admittedly modest run of form in our fourth outing. Aussie commentators Aaron Finch and Adam Gilchrist are taken to task as they play fast and loose… with words.

Picking up where we left off... more

Every football pundit ever, condensed into one approximated voice; accidental nursery rhymes in Champions League commentary; last-gasp Cliches Quiz drama; red-card timekeeping technicalities; "Hawk on!", Niclas Fullkrug’s oddly awe-inspiring forehead... more

Adam Hurrey, Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker entertain this month's listener entries for Mesut Haaland Dicks, as the Clichés faithful nominate their niche footballing fascinations and irritations.

Among the selections are players whose name-base... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Gallant
A cricket writer and commentator
Episode: Tricky little sessions, daddy hundreds, and getting hit "amidships"
Ebony Rainford-Brent
Former player and commentator
TNT Sports
Episode: Expected leaves, driving "on the up" & absolute Ebony Rainford-Brent
Vittorio Angelone
Comedian, writer, and classical music student
Episode: Vittorio Angelone on orchestral anthems, Lev Yashin's cap, and badge-avoiding classy touches
Rob Morgan
An avid football fan and guest on Football Cliches
Episode: Rob Morgan on FA Cup engraving, football rhyming slang & overrated wondergoals
Keith Andrews
Brentford manager discussing managerial insights
Brentford FC
Episode: Mowbray vs Brotherton, goalkeepers worth 12 points & Keith Andrews in the building
John Brewin
Football writer
ESPN
Episode: The Football Cliches Quiz XXI: Libero
Dean Ashton
Former footballer and current analyst, known for his insights on football tactics.
Talksport
Episode: Dyche goes dating, Dean Ashton's defensive doughnut & textbook piledrivers
Sean Dyche
Former Premier League manager known for his candid opinions on football
No Tippy Tappy Football Podcast
Episode: Champion flatulence, football punditry sat navs & Sean Dyche X Big Sam
James Maw
Captain of The View From The Lane team
The Athletic
Episode: The Football Cliches Quiz XX: The View From The Lane

Host

Adam Hurrey
Host known for insightful commentary and humor in football discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Perfect for nerds

    Been recommending this to my mate for ages - he’s finally listened and got it instantly. So many of us fans are exactly like this. Pedantic, encyclopaedic memories, all good fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    man_and_cat
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • The best podcast available

    What a podcast this is by the way. Absolute listening gold. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pezza_77
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Finally understood (sort of) Mesut Haaland Dix

    Been listening off and on and heard this referred to and couldn’t even speculate what it might be. By chance I caught my first MHD episode today and now I want a notification whenever one of these drops. Fits perfectly with my Grumpy Old Woman persona 😆

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LogicGoddess
    Australia2 months ago
  • Get it in and around your ears!

    And I… without a shadow of a doubt the best football podcast around.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GabrielJBH
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • If anything, Clive, they’ve podcasted too well

    Plotting the real-time decline in people’s deliberate misunderstanding of xG as a probability metric; listen: fair play.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JRPPenguin
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Fans highlight the consistency of quality content and relatability for avid football supporters.
Listeners appreciate the witty exploration of football language and culture.
Described as insightful with a unique perspective on football commentary.
Engaging and humorous commentary that resonates with dedicated football fans.

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North-east river supremacy, David Moyes' giant duck & Keysey's nutmegs
Q: What kind of vibe was David Moyes going in with for his Reddit AMA?
He seemed somewhat irritated by a quirky question about a hypothetical duck-sized scenario, suggesting he was not fully engaged.
Serbian statements, Ange's unfinished business & Cape Verde: the World Cup Blackpool
Q: Was this a statement win?
It was on the cusp but needed Serbia to be a more recognizable opponent.
The threshold for being "rudderless" & Tour de France riders as footballers
Q: What do you reckon the chances are of Jordan Henderson having to be caretaker manager for a few games this season?
It's a plausible scenario given the team's current dynamics and leadership changes.
The threshold for being "rudderless" & Tour de France riders as footballers
Q: Can a team look rudderless after losing key personnel pre-season?
It's likely a bit pre-emptive without seeing evidence of the team's performance.
Perfectly-timed crowd noise, Jacko Wilsheri & managers who qualify as "glorified PE teachers”
Q: What makes certain managers be labeled as PE teachers or glorified PE teachers?
The hosts discuss the traits that lead to this label, including a lack of tactical sophistication and a preference to operate in tracksuits rather than suits, often being perceived as motivators rather than strategic leaders.

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A captivating exploration of the intricate language and cultural nuances surrounding football, examining everything from popular phrases and terminology to insightful commentary on notable moments in the game. The hosts engage listeners with a humorous and witty approach, dissecting both the conventional and quirky aspects of football vernacular, fostering an enjoyable experience for enthusiasts. Notable segments include in-depth discussions about football's unique expressions, the impact of commentary on the sport, and a playful critique of the game's evolving language, drawing listeners into the shared experience of being part of the football community.

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Football Cliches launched 2 years ago and published 231 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 Cliches include:

1. Dan Gallant
2. Ebony Rainford-Brent
3. Vittorio Angelone
4. Rob Morgan
5. Keith Andrews
6. John Brewin
7. Dean Ashton
8. Sean Dyche

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