Football Ramble

Teams are going out? Already?! Here we were thinking there was a round of 48 after this, but Marcus, David and Jim get in the studio to react to Haiti and Turkey's exits. For the latter, it was in especially dismal, dare we say England-like fashion... Elsewhere, did Scotland respect Morocco too much? The US and Mauricio Pochettino's hair continue to impress with another victory which seals their s...

Never fall asleep during a World Cup match, that was the lesson that Luke learnt last night. We need to thank Switzerland, Canada, Qatar and Bosnia for providing eleven goals and three red cards. The other teams need to take a look at themselves. Join Marcus, Luke and Pete on today’s Ramble so you can lose your mind. GET TICKETS FOR THE NEXT RAMBLE WORLD CUP WATCH PARTY HERE ! Get your Football Ra...

England are up and running! And WHAT a second half against Croatia. Marcus, Luke, Pete and Jim cannot get enough of it. Things we also can't get enough of: Harry Kane's big bonce, Jude Bellingham's goal, Anthony Barry's straight-talking half-time interview, and Pete trying to steal Marcus' debit card at the Ramble Watch Party. Plus, the good Doctor Congo delivers against Portugal! But what on eart...

The wait is nearly over, England are in action tonight! Who else would you rather spend the pre-match time with than Marcus and Jim? The lads are here to preview England’s revenge mission against Croatia. What’s more, they are excited about the potential of this squad. Who would have thought? Hop on the England bus now and get us in your ears. Get your Ramble World Cup watch party tickets here Get...

Well, it's fair to say Lionel Messi has still got it. A hat-trick on his return to the world stage. Should we really be surprised? Marcus, Jim & David are here to revel in his sheer brilliance as he nicks another of Cristiano Ronaldo's records. HAHAHA. Plus, FIFA threaten legal action against a Canadian weed shop and an important update on a fishy Kevin Keegan rug. Get your Ramble World Cup wa...

We’ve had our first big slip of the World Cup! Today, Pete, Luke and Jim celebrate Cape Verde earning an impressive point against Spain (and a few Instagram followers at the same time). Elsewhere, is Romelu Lukaku Belgium’s only hope after they drew with Egypt? And was Iran 2-2 New Zealand a good or bad game? Plus, Pete leaves some very important luggage on a train… Come and watch England with us!...

Messrs Speller, Campbell and Moore are back with more dynamic World Cup dispatches. Last night, Germany poured a metric boatload of salt all over those little Curaçao slugs and cast shuddering doubts over this expanded tournament format – then again, Curacao scored, so 48 teams maybe good? Elsewhere: weird decisions from Ronald Koeman handed unsurprising package Japan a draw, the Rocky Curse strik...

Stevey Clarke's Scots are up and running at the World Cup! John McGinn with the goal that clinched the win. Definitely worth the 90 minutes of sleep, eh Jim? Pete, Jim & Vish (with the assistance of a few cans of Carabao) pulled all-nighters and were richly rewarded by some cracking football. Plus, Guy Mowbray unzips Brazil & Pete re-ignites a very confusing feud with Tim Cahill. Get your...

We've had our first gubbing of the World Cup! And from the 'main hosts' USA against Paraguay! Marcus, Luke and Vish react to a historic day for both the US and Canada after Jesse Marsch's men drew with Bosnia and Herzegovina – all enhanced by Michael Bublé, of course. Elsewhere, England get robbed in Kansas City and move their training next to a notorious dogging site, while Scotland fans are alre...

Three red cards, five goals across two matches, and a goose wearing a Mexico shirt. Ladies and gents, we've got our World Cup back. Marcus, Pete & Vish discuss the opening games of the tournament, preceded by a bizarre collaboration between Andrea Bocelli and K-Pop Demon Hunters singer Ejae. Plus, Vish is baffled by the very concept of an axolotl, Marcus still gets his TVs from Comet, and "big...

Hang up your wall chart, the World Cup is here! Marcus, Luke and Jim are giddy for it all to begin. Today, we look ahead to tonight’s huge opener featuring Mexico, South Africa and Shakira. It’s a classic line-up. Plus, England give us reason to be a bit more excited, partly thanks to our midfield centipede. Get your Ramble World Cup watch party tickets here Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , Ti...

It's World Cup Eve! Marcus, Luke, Jim and Pete fill their tournament stockings with predictions, ranging from well-reasoned guesses to complete punts into the international football void. But Marcus has listened to his heart for one crucial category... Elsewhere, Luke goes big (too big) for his Surprise Package, Jim brings terrible luck on us all, and Pete's notable mad s*** means he'll have to ta...

Just two more sleeps until the World Cup is back in town! If you've not been infected by the World Cup fever yet, don't fret. We've got the pathogen for you, ladies and gents. Marcus, Luke, Jim & Pete are here to preview the tournament, with plenty of chat on the host nations, the favourites, and of course the minnows. Plus, the German sax guy is back, Romário continues to fancy himself a bit...

Ladies and gentlemen, it's finally here. The actual World Cup is this bloomin' week! Has anyone checked on Marcus' aunt? He's back in the hot seat, flanked by Luke and Jim to discuss whether England's warm-up game against New Zealand actually happened. Plus, should Captain Tom have been represented during Paraguay's send-off fireworks display? And Florentino Pérez's reign of terror at Real Madrid...

They all thought it was over after last week's My Biddy Aunt final. They were wrong. The Luke Nation, the Ehantharajah Empire, and Spelgium will cross swords once more to see who will claim the humungous Jack's Encyclopaedia trophy and the belt to go with it. Jim's on the buttons for this finale, and this time it really is winner takes all. Get your Ramble World Cup watch party tickets here Find u...

Reports of World Cup fever have grown exponentially since Tommy Tuchel and his brave boys landed down in the US this week. The World Cup is just days away and we're bloomin' well ready for it. Luke's Ramble coup d'état continues as he refuses to leave the comfy chair. Jim and David join him to take a look at England and Scotland's pre-tournament friendlies in the States. Plus, Grant Hanley's back...

With the fever now airborne within the Kingdom, Luke and Jim jumped on YouTube for another Lions Watch livestream ahead of the World Cup starting NEXT WEEK. YOU WHAT?! On today’s agenda: should England say they’re expecting to win it all? Are we actually a bit short on the right-hand side? And what in-flight meal is going to stoke the fires of Englishness within the squad: pie 'n’ mash or fish and...

It's all change on the Premier League managerial front this week. Out with the old (and bald), and in with the new (no balds, sadly). Andoni Iraola is off to Liverpool, Crystal Palace have started talks with the magnificently named Pierre Sage, and Marco Silva jets off to take the Benfica hot seat. No Marcus today, now you know why. Luke takes the reins and is joined by Jim and David to discuss th...

It’s official: Anthony Gordon has activated his Spring in Your World Cup Step™ by officially joining Barcelona. He even spoke admirable Spanish at the press conference! Presumably he knows the Spanish for A LITTLE DISLOYAL RAT. Marcus, Luke, Jim and Vish wish Gordon farewell and also celebrate James Milner’s remarkable career after he announced his retirement. Plus, the gigachads at Real Madrid lo...

With that, the 25/26 domestic season is over. However, before you get gripped by World Cup fever, Marcus, Luke, Jim and Vish have the small matter of the Champions League final to mull over. We credit Arsenal for taking PSG to the brink. Luke has less time for stuttered penalties - not in a World Cup year. Plus, we discuss the somewhat confusing legacy of Arne Slot after it was announced that he i...

The swords have been drawn. The cannons are loaded. It all comes down to this. What we do in the My Biddy Aunt finale will echo into eternity. It’s the Luke Nation versus the Ehantharajah Empire for the final time this season, to see who will take the crown. Marcus has the whistle for this deciding bout. Get your Ramble World Cup watch party tickets here Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok...

What's that rumbling noise I can hear? Ah, yes. The unmistakeable sound of Jim Campbell trembling in his boots at the very thought of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia charging at the Arsenal defence. Oh, wait. No it isn't. That's just the sound of Pete's stomach screaming as he attempts to drink jellied meerkats from a glass. They both join Marcus to preview Arsenal's date with destiny. Is a PSG win really a...

Oh, what’s that, Rayo Vallecano? A romantic, scarcely believable journey to a final of a European competition– WELL GET SOME PREMIER LEAGUE RICHES AROUND YA CHOPS, YOU SLUGS. Marcus and Luke celebrate a joyous Conference League trophy for Crystal Palace that caps off Oliver Glasner’s remarkable tenure. Plus, Anthony Gordon’s off on a European gap year and a listener brings us a long-overdue Austra...

The curse of the Ramble strikes again! There we were, chatting away about whether West Ham should stick with Nuno Espírito Santo or bin him off after relegation, and then bang! He's staying. The grotmeister general has made his choice, but is it the right one? Marcus, Luke, Pete and Vish are here to react to that bombshell news. Plus, Portland Timbers give Fizzer the mutually consented chop and Pa...

Finished prophets, no ball knowledge etc etc 🤡 🤡 🤡 Marcus, Jim and Luke react to our pre-season predictions. And it doesn't make for pretty listening, apart from for one man hailing from the Surrey area. Join us! Getting the World Cup fever? Grab your Ramble World Cup watch party tickets  here ! Find us on Bluesky , X , Instagram , TikTok and YouTube , and email us here: show@footballrambl...