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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Latest episode

Jun 25, 2026

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Episodes

Ep. 5.19 - A Prize For Evil 12.12.2025

Nick and Chris discuss the World Cup draw (and all the associated nonsense), the magic of the FA 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.  For just £5 a month yo...

Ep. 5.18 - Sausages and Spaghetti Hoops 05.12.2025

Nick and Chris look ahead to today’s World Cup draw, discuss the recent Scottish Cup drama and, of course, some Oldham s***e. NB this episode contains live updates on The Ashes which are clearly out of date by now, but we left them in because it’s quite entertaining. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chris carry on talking (they don’t have much on) - but you can ...

Ep. 5.17 - Consistency and Bovril 28.11.2025

Nick and Chris the potential merger of the Sheffield clubs, UEFA’s copyright issues with fan footage 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 yo...

Ep. 5.16 - A Love Letter to a Cult Football Classic 21.11.2025

Nick and Chris are joined by John Smith, author of a new book that celebrates what he describes as the ‘greatest football film of all-time’, 'Escape to Victory'. They also discuss the ups and downs of Scottish football in international qualifiers, the excitement of Black Friday promotions, and - of course - some Oldham s***e. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and Chr...

Ep. 5.15 - A Sort of Ocean’s Eleven 14.11.2025

Nick and Chris discuss the England squad dynamic, the Louvre heist 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 version of the...

Ep. 5.14 - Technical Glitches and Legal Quirks 07.11.2025

Nick and Chris discuss Sir David’s knighthood, the FIFA Peace Prize 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 version of th...

Ep. 5.13 - Jimmy Mulville : Everton and Me 31.10.2025

Nick and Chris are joined by titan of British TV Jimmy Mulville who has a new book out about his relationship with Everton, plus they discuss the latest happenings at Sheffield Wednesday 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 subsc...

Ep. 5.12 - Cesc Fabregas is the new David Brent 23.10.2025

Nick and Chris discuss a tragic tale of a man called Manchester United, controversial decisions in La Liga 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. 5.11 - A Gorgeous Lie 16.10.2025

Nick and Chris discuss the dynamics of the England team, recent managerial changes 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...

Ep. 5.10 - Joe Willock's Maze Adventure 09.10.2025

Nick and Chris pay tribute to friend of the show Jilly Cooper, introduce a brand new segment and, of course, there’s 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. 5.9 - Saudi Arabia’s Pavlovian Response 02.10.2025

Nick and Chris discuss managerial changes, the political implications around the 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.  For just £5 a month you’ll get an...

Ep. 5.8 - Bigger Isn’t Always Better 25.09.2025

Nick and Chris discuss the ongoing rivalry between FIFA and UEFA, the growing influence of Saudi Arabia 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...

Ep. 5.7 - Thursdays are for putting the bins out 18.09.2025

Nick and Chris discuss the frankly selfish scheduling of the Champions League fixtures, the implications of drug use in sports 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. 5.6 - Keen But Crap 11.09.2025

Nick and Chris discuss Gary Lineker, Aaron Ramsey’s uncanny coincidences 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 version o...

Ep. 5.5 - Football is officially f****d 04.09.2025

During the international break Nick and Chris discuss the madness of the transfer window, the effectiveness of 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 £...

Ep. 5.4 - Losing Is The New Winning 28.08.2025

Nick and Chris discuss Manchester United’s loss to Grimsby, the emergence of youngsters like Max Dauman 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. 5.3 - Wayne Rooney’s favourite movie 21.08.2025

Nick and Chris discuss Eberechi Eze’s potential move to Arsenal, have a real dig into Wayne Rooney’s performance on MOTD and, of course, mull over 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/famousslopingpi...

Ep. 5.2 - Kevin Day returns 14.08.2025

As the Premier League gears up to kick off, Nick and Chris look back on the Community Shield and are joined by comedian and friend of the show Kevin Day - plus, 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 another...

Ep. 5.1 - A New Season! 07.08.2025

Nick and Chris return for an unprecedented fifth season to continue answering the age-old question: is football f**ked? This week, a look back on the Club World Cup, a look at the world of football memorabilia and - of course - the return of some Oldham s***e. Plus, a NEW SEGMENT. Well, a new sting for an old segment. Same, same. ——————————————— Every week after the main episode finishes, Nick and...

Ep. 4.41 - OLDHAM ARE UP! 05.06.2025

Nick and Chris round off the season with an extra slice of Oldham s***e, for obvious reasons. Plus, y’know, all the other stories that are less important.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 4.40 - The Season of Hyperbole 29.05.2025

Nick and Chris discuss Manchester United’s open-top bus tour to nobody, Gary Neville’s ban from the City Ground and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes...

Ep. 4.39 - Jim Ratcliffe sleeps in his car 22.05.2025

Nick and Chris discuss a dreadful Europa League final, the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup and - for once - some Oldham joy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 4.38 - Ten Single Magpies 15.05.2025

Nick and Chris revive everyone's favourite footballing sitcom, discuss the uniqueness of the playoffs and - of course - there's some Oldham s***e.  —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes w...

Ep. 4.37 - Fantasy Pope 08.05.2025

Nick and Chris discuss Arsene Wenger’s latest mad comments, Donal Trump’s fundamental understanding of global politics and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus ep...

Ep. 4.36 - Jesus, Can I Have Your Shirt? 01.05.2025

Nick and Chris discuss Liverpool’s title win, Wrexham’s continued rise and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you’ll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and revi...

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