The Game
The TimesThe thinking fan's football podcast, providing previews and reviews of all the action - every Monday and Thursday.
Listen to the best of The Times and The Sunday Times journalists as they cover the biggest sport on the planet; from winners to losers, who's in and out on the transfer roundabout, tactical developments, data analysis and the dreaded VAR.
Hosted by Tom Clarke and Gregor Robertson alo... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1351 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsEntertainment NewsSoccerSports | |||
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Ecuador stunned Germany in an eventful round of final group stage games, as they qualified for the knockout stage.
Tom Clarke hears from Times journalists across America as Paul Hirst reports on Netherlands 3-1 win against Tunisia, James Gheerbrant... more
They are not out, yet. That is about as good as it gets for Scotland after a 3-0 defeat against Brazil. Michael Grant and Gregor Robertson dissect another dismal display with Tom Clarke and ponder whether Steve Clarke's side deserve to go through?
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After brilliance in game one there was boredom in game two for England their fans as Ghana battled for a 0-0 draw.
Tom Clarke is joined by Matt Lawton, Alyson Rudd and Gregor Robertson to dissect a frustrating game and ask what more Thomas Tuchel c... more
Lionel Messi is the all-time record goalscorer at World Cups and he is leading the Golden Boot race for this tournament with five goals but Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland are hot on his tail.
Can Harry Kane keep pace? Jonathan Northcroft joins To... more
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- Best football podcast
Really insightful, really funny.
Apple Podcasts5Auxmarquises
United States3 months ago - Change the narrative
Tired of the Arsenal bashing. Martin Samuel constantly moaning about Arsenal winning style. It takes different styles to win trophies. Chelsea, Leicester City, Fergie’s Man United last team were all pragmatic teams that won. No one slagged them off. Why are intelligent journalists falling for this tired troupe. You are better than this.
Apple Podcasts1Liam Sussex
United Kingdom4 months ago - Where's Monday's podcast?
Just listened to the podcast on Bodo etc and these three are the best team, particularly as Gregor had really come on this with his comments (sorry if that sounds condescending). He's much better as Tom's No 2 than leading the podcast. I don't mind the others, particularly the stats guy, jpining in but I prefer to listen to ex-professionals with Tom as the presenter leading the way.
Apple Podcasts5CelticBueUnited Kingdom4 months ago - Bad and worse
Nobody has worse opinions than Alyson Rudd
Apple Podcasts1milosz on the wingUnited States4 months ago - 5 stars BUT PLEASE
I've given you 5 stars but please, PLEASE STOP TALKING OVER EACH OTHER. You talk over and interrupt each other multiple times per episode. The podcast would be so much more enjoyable if you learned to cut it out.
Apple Podcasts5EricArthurBlairKennethMilesUnited Kingdom5 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #40 | United States/Sports/Soccer |
Apple Podcasts | #15 | United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer |
Apple Podcasts | #20 |  Canada/Sports/Soccer |
Apple Podcasts | #38 | United Kingdom/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #209 | Canada/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #24 |  Australia/Sports/Soccer |
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What is The Game about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show offers sharp roundups and thoughtful previews of football across the global game, with a heavy emphasis on the Premier League and the English leagues. Episodes typically feature a rotating panel of Times and Sunday Times journalists, plus notable ex-players, delivering tactical analysis, transfer and managerial narratives, and reaction to big moments like title races, relegation scraps, and major cup ties. A standout trait is its data-informed, opinionated banter—usually anchored by a confident host duo—that blends statistical context with storytelling, and often includes memorable dressing-room anecdotes and behind-the-scenes perspectives. The format is especially helpful for listeners who want clear, insider viewpoints on teams,... more
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4. Alyson Rudd
5. Craig Levein
6. Kit Shepard
7. Martin Hardy
8. Hamza Khaliq
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