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Premier League
Erling Haaland
Pep Guardiola
Arsenal
Champions League
FA Cup
Liverpool
Phil Foden
Real Madrid
Jeremy Doku
Aston Villa
Newcastle United
Leeds United
Enzo Maresca
Bournemouth
League Cup
Carabao Cup
Sunderland
Rodri

A Manchester City podcast delivering daily episodes Monday through Friday covering the latest news and views from the world of the Blues.

Founded in February 2022 by sports writer duo Amos Murphy and Adam Booker under the name 'The City Report Podcast', the show later expanded to include a committed team of journalists, content creators and all-around City obsessives.

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City will look to head into the break in a good mood as they take on Forest away from home this weekend.

Join Adam, Matt, and Niall as they look ahead to the match.

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City are back to winning ways after dispatching RB Leipzig in the Champions League.

Join Adam and Joe as they look back on the match.

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City will look to bounce back from a defeat at the weekend as they take on RB Leipzig in the Champions League on Wednesday.

Join Amos and Oliver as they look ahead to the match.

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Recent Guests

Michael Plant
Freelance journalist and Aston Villa supporter.
Episode: Previewing City's trip to Villa Park this weekend
Catherine Sauer
Admin and Podcast Host for Inside Mcwfc
Inside Mcwfc
Episode: Checking in on MCWFC five matches into WSL campaign
Emma Hyde-Nero
Manchester City and Women's Football Content Creator
Independent content creator
Episode: Checking in on MCWFC five matches into WSL campaign
Dan Wright
Graphic designer
Independent graphic designer
Episode: Checking in on MCWFC five matches into WSL campaign
Marc Higginson
Author of Falling for Manchester City, The End of the Main Road Era and the Turbulent 1990s
Episode: What was it really like to be a Man City fan in the 1990s?
Andrew Dettmer
Lawyer Dettmer, City Ramble guest
Independent practice; City Ramble contributor
Episode: A lawyer's view on Man City's guilty verdict, and what comes next
David Michael Powell
City supporter and content creator, returning guest
City Ramble / City Report Podcast
Episode: How will Man City's charges impact their immediate future?
Jon Mackenzie
Author and football analyst featured on the show
Author of The Spectre Of Pep, How Guardiola Haunts Modern Football
Episode: How Guardiola changed to dominate the Premier League w/ Jon Mackenzie (Part 2)
Ian from WTF Sunderland Podcast
Sunderland fan, podcast guest
WTF Sunderland Podcast
Episode: Norwich Review | Five-star new-boys shine as City cruise into fourth round

Hosts

Amos Murphy
Host of The City Ramble
Adam Booker
Co-host, co-founder

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 625 ratings
  • Cheater Apologists!

    Steer clear!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MCSA8842
    United Statesa month ago
  • Pro tip

    Amos, please stop saying blahblihblah

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    mayorofcasterbridge
    United States2 months ago
  • Pro tip

    Stop talking about your FF picks, nobody cares

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    mayorofcasterbridge
    United States2 months ago
  • Great podcast

    New soccer/man city fan from Canada - this podcast is great, I love that it’s not too long, minimal ads and I appreciate the insight from true city fans. Keep it up πŸ‘ŠπŸ½

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CanadaJust1
    Canada3 months ago
  • Class

    One of the best Manchester City podcasts out there. The almost daily episodes during the season are the highlights of my mornings.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thangus_farm
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate the hosts' balanced analysis and banter, with many praising daily consistency and deep City focus.
The show is seen as a go-to for in-depth City coverage and lively, accessible discussions.
Guests and topics draw strong engagement when new transfer rumors or tactical debates are on the agenda.
Fans often highlight the show's ability to mix tactical insight with club news and fan culture.
Some listeners push back on vulgar language or perceived bias, citing a more mature tone would help with discourse.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#87
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#109
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#128
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#127
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#202
France/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#16
Russia/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Previewing City's trip to Villa Park this weekend
Q: Has it just been a case of getting these bodies through the door, or has there been tactical tweaks from Emery and during his setup?
Plant says the transfer window closing gave Villa clarity about the squad, while new players gradually integrated and Emery's tactics became more entrenched.
Previewing City's trip to Villa Park this weekend
Q: If Aston Villa are to beat City, or if even Aston Villa are to end City's 100% start to this season, Michael, how will they do it on Saturday at Villa Park?
Plant expects Villa to defend deep and counterattack. The side may need tactical adjustments depending on who is available at left back.
Aston Villa Review | Man City's winning run comes to an end at Villa Park
Q: Did Enzo Maresca get his team selection wrong against Aston Villa?
The panel was divided. One view was that it was too early to judge Maresca while he was still testing combinations; another argued that a more defensive midfielder or Phil Foden would have been better suited to Villa's counterattacking style.
Aston Villa Review | Man City's winning run comes to an end at Villa Park
Q: Did City deserve to get something from the game against Aston Villa?
The panel felt a draw was a fair result because City controlled periods of the match and created chances, though Villa were effective and City's errors proved costly.
BONUS POD: Media reaction to Anfield, City's defiant away end, and more!
Q: Do you think Sky Sports and NBC USA are overly harsh towards City because they essentially work for the Premier League?
The hosts describe the coverage as unusually hostile and at times unprofessional, while considering whether pundits are too immersed in the controversy or are amplifying it for attention. They also criticize the expectation that City fans should not celebrate at Anfield.

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A fast-paced football show focused on Manchester City, blending transfer chatter, tactical analysis, and match previews with a heavy emphasis on squad depth, midfield philosophy, and the implications of managerial or player moves. Episodes frequently feature guest voices from football media or supporters, creating lively debates about lineups, upcoming fixtures, and the broader context of City's season. A notable strength is the daily cadence and a willingness to explore strategic ideas, while fans often praise the hosts' balance of humor and insight and occasionally call out strong language or recurring banter in feedback.

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1. Michael Plant
2. Catherine Sauer
3. Emma Hyde-Nero
4. Dan Wright
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6. Andrew Dettmer
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