Nick Hancock and Chris England

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

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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 https://www.anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch - or download the Another Slice app on your phone. There's also an option to subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify if that suits you better. By subscribing you keep the podcast going and also get a weekly ad-free version of the show, plus two bonus ep...

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Nick Hancock and Chris England

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Ep 2 of World Cup S**t is out! 25.06.2026 3:23

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HOW TO FIND THE WORLD CUP S**T! 17.06.2026 4:35

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World Cup S**t is coming... 16.06.2026 10:42

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Ep. 5.41 - Mark Steel on a train…in Germany 28.05.2026 1:08:10

Nick and Chris conduct an interview with Mark Steel under the best possible circumstances: down a phone line, cross-continent…and with our guest on a high speed train with limited signal. Still, they gave it a go. And for the rest of the episode, it’s a season ending wrap up, with - of course - the usual Oldham s***e sprinkled in. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick a...

Ep. 5.40 - An Entitled Flancer 21.05.2026 1:10:29

Nick and Chris discuss Arsenal’s Premier League triumph, the implications of Guardiola's potential departure from Manchester City and - of course - some Oldham s***e. They also welcome comedy writer, actor and Hearts fan Robert Harley for a little podcast therapy after their heartbreaking end to the Scottish Premiership season at the weekend. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finis...

Ep. 5.39 - A thirst for drama 14.05.2026 1:07:09

Nick and Chris discuss the Southampton spygate scandal, Real Madrid's turmoil and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free v...

Ep. 5.38 - The Last Temptation of Cristiano 07.05.2026 1:07:15

Nick and Chris discuss the absurdity of runners-up trophies, Gary Lineker's transition from BBC to Netflix and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. For just £5 a...

Ep. 5.37 - A Succulent Bacon Sandwich 30.04.2026 1:08:58

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Ep. 5.36 - American Maths 23.04.2026 1:11:02

Nick and Chris discuss the influence of Middle Eastern investments, the controversies surrounding the upcoming World Cup and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. ...

Ep. 5.35 - A John Terry Vanity Project 16.04.2026 1:06:25

Nick and Chris discuss World Cup songs, Gary Neville’s YouTube expansion and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free versio...

Ep. 5.34 - Shark Dentist 09.04.2026 59:46

Nick and Chris discuss managerial changes at Spurs, the ups and downs of Easter weekend football and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. For just £5 a month you’...

Ep. 5.33 - That was abject s**t 02.04.2026 1:00:10

Nick and Chris discuss England’s World Cup preparation, the recent triumph of Japan and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-...

Ep. 5.32 - Salah the Passenger 27.03.2026 1:04:38

Nick and Chris discuss the World Cup playoffs, the decline of Mo Salah’s form and, of course, some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free ver...

Ep. 5.31 - Sponge Bob, Round Ball 20.03.2026 1:03:46

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. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. For just...

Ep. 5.30 - Gravity seems to get heavier for Arsenal 13.03.2026 1:03:57

Nick and Chris discuss the current state of English football, the implications of the Champions League and, of course, some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. For just £5 a month...

Ep. 5.29 - Shut up, Tom Brady 06.03.2026 1:02:00

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. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch...

Ep. 5.28 - A moral reboot 27.02.2026 1:05:03

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. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month...

Ep. 5.27 - The bronzest of all time 20.02.2026 1:02:56

Nick and Chris discuss Raheem Sterling's surprising move to Feyenoord, the uncertain future of Manchester City and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5...

Ep. 5.26 - Injecting penises for ski jump 13.02.2026 1:03:40

Nick and Chris discuss Manchester City's legal troubles, the Winter Olympics and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free vers...

Ep. 5.25 - This is getting stupid now 06.02.2026 1:02:52

Nick and Chris discuss the drama of the transfer window, the impact of Cristiano Ronaldo on Saudi football and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a mo...

Ep. 5.24 - Anschluss Style Shenanigans 30.01.2026 1:05:04

Nick and Chris discuss Champions League drama, England’s new World Cup kit and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free versio...

Ep. 5.23 - Extraordinary flag business 23.01.2026 1:04:43

Nick and Chris discuss the Americanisation of football management, the ethics of cheating in football and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month y...

Ep. 5.22 - A Busted Flush 16.01.2026 1:00:37

Nick and Chris discuss a great week for Macclesfield, a terrible week for VAR and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free ver...

Ep. 5.21 - The Bedwetting Nature of Footballers 09.01.2026 1:10:18

Nick and Chris look back on the Christmas period, discuss Manchester United’s ongoing managerial saga and, and - of course - there some Oldham s***e to ring in the New Year. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famouss...

Ep. 5.20 - Happy Sportsmas! 19.12.2025 1:10:54

Nick and Chris discuss Messi's promotional tour in India, the implications of travel bans on World Cup attendance and, of course some festive Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can listen to that extra bonus content by subscribing to our offering at ⁠anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch⁠. Fo...