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. 3.27 - Nothing in nature is blue 16.02.2024

Nick and Chris discuss Boyzone’s interest in Chorley, an 11-goal thriller at Mansfield and, of course, some Oldham shite.  —————————————— 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 season...

Ep. 3.26 - Bagpipes Allowed 09.02.2024

Nick and Chris discuss Messi’s friendly mishaps, Pochettino’s general predicament and - of course - some Oldham shite.  —————————————— 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 p...

Ep. 3.25 - Impersonating Xabi Alonso 02.02.2024

Nick and Chris discuss their fantasy commentary moments, discuss why nobody in the Championship seems to be enjoying football at the moment and - of course - there’s some Oldham shite. —————————————— 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 w...

Ep. 3.24 - The Football Home Guard 26.01.2024

Nick and Chris discuss the idea of a Gianni Infantino lookalike at a children’s party, the latest in the Saudi sitcom and - of course - some Oldham shite.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.23 - A Complete Pleat Bleat 19.01.2024

Nick and Chris discuss the ongoing Everton/Forest saga, the spelling of the Rotherham manager’s name and - of course - some Oldham shite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.22 - All wars are arms wars 12.01.2024

Nick and Chris pay tribute to World Cup legends Franz Beckenbauer and Mário Zagallo, discuss the FA Cup and - of course - some Oldham shite.  —————————————— 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 w...

Ep. 3.21 - A Duff Roast Potato 05.01.2024

Nick and Chris discuss Manchester United takeover, Wayne Rooney’s job prospects and - of course - some Oldham shite.  —————————————— 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...

FSP Backpass Taster: 1969/70 (feat. Andy Hamilton) 29.12.2023

As we're having a week off we thought we'd gift you a belated Christmas present - the first episode of our brand new spinoff series "FSP Backpass" where we go through a different season in each episode and give it the Sloping Pitch treatment. If you like what you hear, there's a new episode every fortnight over on our subscription page: https://www.anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch where you can...

Ep. 3.20 - European Court Of Tennis 22.12.2023

Nick and Chris discuss “El Grassico”, the Club World Cup and - of course - some Oldham shite. —————————————— 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 review them.  And...

Ep. 3.19 - The 100th 15.12.2023

To celebrate a century of episodes, Nick and Chris discuss abuse of referees, points deductions and Joey Barton. Oh, and of course, some Oldham s**t. —————————————— But, hark! There’s more news - because from today you can official support the podcast by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch. If you do so, you’ll get: an ad-free version of the podcast every week fortni...

Ep. 3.18 - Dire Raya 08.12.2023

Nick and Chris discuss sin bins, how everything is absolutely all fine with Erik ten Hag and - of course - some Oldham shite.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.17 - Back to the Fuchsia 01.12.2023

Nick and Chris discuss *that* Newcastle incident, pay tribute to Terry Venables plus - of course - some Oldham shite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.16 - Ian Beale’s Sex Appeal 24.11.2023

Nick and Chris reflect on the international break, discuss ineligible players and - of course - there’s some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.15 - Who even gives an indirect free kick anymore? 17.11.2023

Nick and Chris discuss warm up body cams, sin bin cards and - of course - some Oldham shit as we head into the international break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.14 - Chris England: Independent Football Regulator 10.11.2023

Nick and Chris discuss Arteta’s tantrum, The King’s plans for an independent regulator and, of course, some Oldham shite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.13 - Mike Ashley’s Helicopter 03.11.2023

Nick and Chris discuss the Ballon d'Or, Hitler's impact on Stoke City and - of course - some Oldham shite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.12 - More Colonel Hall Impressions 26.10.2023

Nick and Chris remember Sir Bobby Charlton, as well as discussing European travels, a good week for Stoke and - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.11 - Andy Hamilton is back 20.10.2023

Andy Hamilton joins Nick and Chris to tell them all about his new book Blue Was The Colour: A Tale of Tarnished Love which - quite frankly - is about as close to a literary version of this podcast as you're likely to get. They also discuss England's win over Italy and all the associated palavers, while the international break means a week off of the Oldham shit. Or is it...? Learn more about your...

Ep. 3.10 - The Showaddywaddy Footballing Dynasty 13.10.2023

Nick and Chris discuss the world’s least competitive Euros bid, City’s recent slump and, of course, some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.9 - The Paraguay Reason 06.10.2023

Nick and Chris discuss the three continent World Cup, the latest VAR howler, and - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.8 - Saudio Mane 29.09.2023

Nick and Chris discuss the North London derby, the quality of Villa’s shirts and - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.7 - A Disappointing Christmas 22.09.2023

Nick and Chris discuss a bad week for both their teams, an underwhelming weekend of football all around plus - of course, and as previously alluded to - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.6 - Baccara’s Second Single 14.09.2023

Nick and Chris discuss the international fixtures, the continued American takeover of British football and, of course, some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.5 - Do you like entertainment, Jermaine? 08.09.2023

Nick and Chris discuss Jordan Henderson’s move, the mic’d (sic) up officials saga, plus - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep. 3.4 - The Baldest Profession 01.09.2023

Nick and Chris discuss the PFA awards, the ongoing refereeing saga and - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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