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The Famous Sloping Pitch (or Is Football F**ked?)

Nick Hancock and Chris England
Premier League
Manchester United
Manchester City
Champions League
FA Cup
VAR
Oldham Athletic
UEFA
FIFA
Phil Foden
Cristiano Ronaldo
Stoke City
Inter Miami
Saudi Arabia
Liverpool
Euro 2024
Kylian Mbappe
Lionel Messi
Everton
EFL

Nick Hancock and Chris England are old friends who have both been struck by the same soul-shattering thought: "how is it that everything that has changed about football since I started watching it has made it a little bit more s**t?". You can support the podcast and get extra bonus content over at www.anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch - or download the Another Slice app on your phone. Th... more

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Latest Episodes

Nick and Chris discuss Messi's promotional tour in India, the implications of travel bans on World Cup attendance and, of course some festive Oldham s***e.

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Nick and Chris discuss the World Cup draw (and all the associated nonsense), the magic of the FA Cup and, of course, some Oldham s***e.

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Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have muc... more

Nick and Chris look ahead to today’s World Cup draw, discuss the recent Scottish Cup drama and, of course, some Oldham s***e.NB this episode contains live updates on The Ashes which are clearly out of date by now, but we left them in because it’s qui... more

Nick and Chris the potential merger of the Sheffield clubs, UEFA’s copyright issues with fan footage and, of course, some Oldham s***e.

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Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have muc... more

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Recent Guests

John Smith
Author of the book 'Escape', which is a love letter to a cult football classic, Escape to Victory.
Episode: Ep. 5.16 - A Love Letter to a Cult Football Classic
Jimmy Mulville
Actor, writer, businessman, comedian and Everton fan
Episode: Ep. 5.13 - Jimmy Mulville : Everton and Me
Gordon Kennedy
Actor involved in the play 'Red or Dead'
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Episode: Ep. 4.31 - Gordon Kennedy: Red or Dead
Wayne Rooney
Former professional footballer and current coach, known for his significant impact at clubs like Manchester United and the England national team.
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Episode: Ep. 4.22 - Mike Dean's In Town
Kevin Day
Comedian and football fan, regular guest on the show
Crystal Palace Fan
Episode: Ep. 4.4 - Kevin Day is back!

Hosts

Nick Hancock
Co-host and commentator with a background in television, known for his humorous takes on football and a passion for the sport with a critical lens.
Chris England
Co-host and writer with a sharp wit, recognized for his insightful critiques of football culture and expertise in the sport.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 248 ratings
  • It never Rayns…

    As the boys love a weekly rant about the corruption of Trump, Infantino etc, I can’t wait to hear them eviscerating Rayner this week!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BrendanJabbers
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Return to the Football League!!!

    Superb listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrewcpfc
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • So welcome back - we've missed you

    Great topical dialog by 2 blokes who compliment each other well. Long may you continue .....

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wayne Tai Fai
    Australia5 months ago
  • Return to the Football League!!!

    Congratulations to Oldham.Trust you enjoyed the day Chris. 👏🏽 #westendatwembleywinners

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrewcpfc
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Four More Years….

    Generally funny and enjoyable, but really, they know as much about US politics as I do about string theory. To employ a cliche… Stick to the football lads.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BrendanJabbers
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

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There is a consensus that the hosts have a strong chemistry, making for an engaging and entertaining listen, particularly for football fans with a critical perspective.
Some critique the podcast for straying into political topics, wishing for more focus on football without the adjacent social commentary.
Listeners appreciate the witty banter and humor infused into the discussions while also valuing the thought-provoking commentary on football's evolution.

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#226
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Apple Podcasts
#171
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Apple Podcasts
#222
Ireland/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#239
Saudi Arabia/Sports/Soccer

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A captivating exploration of the shifting landscape of football, emphasizing the humorous yet critical observations of its decline in quality over time. The conversations often meander through an eclectic mix of recent events, personal anecdotes, and satirical takes on the sport, with hosts Nick Hancock and Chris England reflecting on everything from peculiar player antics and humorous football politics to noteworthy films and nostalgic memories from their football experiences. Uniting their passion for the game with a healthy dose of cynicism, the episodes often touch upon the commercialization of football and its impact on fans and players alike, aiming to both entertain and provoke thoughtful discussions about the essence of the sport.

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