Booked and Abandoned

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Booked and Abandoned is your ultimate grassroots football podcast, where hosts Andrew and Scott explore the untold stories of the beautiful game at its rawest and most relatable level. When aiming for football legends like David Beckham leads to being ghosted harder than a Sunday league goalkeeper during a penalty shootout, Andrew and Scott turn their attention to the unsung heroes of the pitch—players with more passion than trophies, more grit than glamour, and just the right amount of banter. With dodgy pitches, dramatic half-time oranges, and tales that range from laugh-out-loud funny to ge...

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Mark Oxley A.K.A James Milner 06.02.2025 36:05

In our second episode, we set our sights on James Milner… but got ghosted again. Thankfully, local legend Mark Oxley answered the call! From dodgy refs to rugby showdowns, his grassroots adventures are pure chaos. Listen out for a 240-year-old grandfather clock that’s somehow younger than him—and you might even discover a brand-new football position along the way. Expect laughs, baffling decisions...

Brenden Child A.K.A Wayne Rooney 30.01.2025 29:36

In our debut episode, we shot our shot with football legend Wayne Rooney—who promptly ignored us. But fear not! Stepping up in his place was local grassroots icon Brenden Child, who delivered a masterclass in footballing disasters. From snapping his leg (not on purpose), to botching penalties, to scoring goals… just sadly in the wrong net, Brenden’s career is a cautionary tale wrapped in comedy go...

Booked and Abandoned - Trailer 18.01.2025 1:17

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