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

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

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 the latest World Cup news, Sky Sports' tie in with British Army, Chelsea's bizarre huddles 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 ... more

Nick and Chris discuss the current state of English football, the implications of the Champions League 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 m... more

Nick and Chris discuss the implications of the Vinicius law, the self-importance of certain players  (*cough* Ronaldo *cough*) and, of course, some Oldham s***e.

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Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on ta... more

Nick and Chris discuss the Premier League's plans for a streaming service, Snoop Dogg’s Swansea antics 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... 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'
The Royal Court Theatre
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
Host of The Famous Sloping Pitch; long-time football fan and comedian with frequent insights and anecdotes about football culture and events.
Chris England
Co-host of The Famous Sloping Pitch; longtime football commentator and writer with a knack for sharp, humorous takes and storytelling.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 251 ratings
  • Truth telling

    Listen as Nick and Chris index link their mental health to the decline of the worlds greatest sport.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ❤️Radio4Comedy
    Netherlandsa month ago
  • Miserable misanthropy

    Unrivalled brilliance mixed with middle aged moroseness.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ❤️Radio4Comedy
    Netherlands3 months ago
  • 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 Kingdom6 months ago
  • Return to the Football League!!!

    Superb listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrewcpfc
    United Kingdom7 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
    Australia7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners criticize occasional political angles and strong opinions, but still rate the content highly for entertainment and honesty.
Prolific fan engagement and strong host rapport make it a standout in football podcasting.
Listeners praise the chemistry between Nick and Chris and the humor they bring to football analysis.
Many appreciate the blend of witty banter with serious critique of governance and VAR.

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#220
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#221
Mexico/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#244
Taiwan/Sports/Soccer
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#248
United Arab Emirates/Sports/Soccer

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A sharp, irreverent football-focused show hosted by two long-time friends who blend caustic wit with thoughtful critique. Episodes mix rants about governance, refereeing, and the modern game with funny anecdotes, cultural commentary, and occasional nostalgia for older football eras. The duo covers VAR controversies, political undercurrents in football, and offbeat topics from lower-league clubs to international happenings, often punctuating serious takes with banter and candid storytelling. Notable strengths include a cohesive host chemistry, crisp humor, and a willingness to tackle heavyweight topics without sacrificing entertainment, making it appealing to listeners who want honest dialogue about football's complexities plus ample enterta... more

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