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The Upshot

The Upshot
Manchester United
Premier League
World Cup
Football
Mike Tyson
Conor Mcgregor
Liverpool
Kevin Pietersen
Evel Knievel
Champions League
Tennis
Celebrity Culture
Oasis
Darts
Chelsea
Jack Grealish
FA Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo
Novak Djokovic
Boca Juniors

The Upshot pulls back the curtain on your favourite sports and dives into all the stuff BBC and Sky wouldn’t touch with a bargepole: drunken antics, dressing room squabbles and the simmering sexual tension of the French football team.

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On the show today:

- Premier League gets its first sex scandal of the season

- Keys and Gray are back

- Egypt manager hospitalised by a fight between his two wives

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Episode: Ashley Cole: one call changed everything | Part two (with George Cooper)
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Hosts

Jack
Host of The Upshot; long-standing presenter with recurring appearances.
Zach
Co-host; frequent contributor and panelist.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • Love it but please consider

    I love this podcast, but please ask people not to shriek and inhale-laugh all the way through it. I can only listen when it’s Jack and Zach. I can’t listen to the rest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheREALBarcaBhoy
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Language skills

    Guys, needless to say, I love the podcast. There’s just one thing that’s been niggling at me for quite a while: whenever the linguistic/cultural background of the episode’s main subject comes up, things can sometimes get a bit shaky.

    Latest example: Infantino. While his command of several languages is undeniably impressive, it seems a little less extraordinary when you put it into context. Having been born and raised in the German-speaking part of Switzerland, he naturally speaks Swiss German (... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hector1235!!
    Germany2 months ago
  • Keep it up

    Entertaining as ever! 👏🏽

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrewcpfc
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Jack*

    Love the show. Found something of interest: Check out AI Jack voice on the “Boring History for Sleep” podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daviddddddddj
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • No to Patreon

    Removed the interesting pod to Patreon only, so now no longer worth your time

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jimmytheant
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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Many praise the humor but critique occasional tangents and off-topic stories.
Fans appreciate the chemistry and pace, though a few think Patreon shifts dampened value.
Listeners love the quick wit and banter, but some wish for more variety in guests.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#174
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#30
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#103
United Kingdom/Sports
Spotify
#177
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#65
South Africa/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#68
Ireland/Sports

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Q: When do you think you'll cut your hair?
If they won against Arsenal in the first game of the season, I have this feeling that it would lead to a string of victories.
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Q: How long were you expecting it would go on?
I didn't realize it would go on for quite as long as it has.
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Q: What was the inspiration for doing it?
I just thought it would be a funny thing to do. It's obviously been a tough time for many United fans recently, and I just wanted to spread some humor and positivity at that moment.
Garrincha: he lost his virginity to a goat (part one)
Q: How did Garrincha handle his fame and financial rewards?
Despite becoming a superstar, Garrincha did not manage his finances well and often squandered his earnings, leading to financial instability later in life.
Garrincha: he lost his virginity to a goat (part one)
Q: What was Garrincha's lifestyle like at the peak of his fame?
He was known for his heavy drinking, numerous affairs, and extreme partying, which eventually led to his downfall.

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The show blends sharp sports banter with irreverent humor, focusing on behind-the-scenes moments, off-field stories, and sensational headlines from football and other sports. Episodes frequently mix gossip, pop culture riffs, and satirical takes on sport governance, sponsorships, and media moments, delivered in a fast-paced, late-night tone. Notable is the willingness to push boundaries with cheeky anecdotes, guest-free panels, and listener-driven segments, making it feel like a late-night roundtable for sports fans who enjoy humor with a side of taboo topics. Potential listeners who like candid takes, colorful stories, and a punchy, no-holds-barred vibe will likely connect with this format and energy.

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2. Stick to Football
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The Upshot launched 3 years ago and published 291 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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2. Lee Andrews
3. Clive Tyldesley
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5. George Wilde
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7. Charlie Milner
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