The Times

The Game

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The thinking fan's football podcast, providing previews and reviews of all the action - every Monday and Thursday. Listen to the best of The Times and The Sunday Times journalists as they cover the biggest sport on the planet; from winners to losers, who's in and out on the transfer roundabout, tactical developments, data analysis and the dreaded VAR. Hosted by Tom Clarke and Gregor Robertson alongside special guest appearances, the team bring you the latest on the Premier League and the EFL, as well as a front-row seat to international tournaments including the Champions League, European Cha...

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The Game - Week 39 - Do Man City need to look to European glory to become a major force? 12.05.2014 46:02

Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, James Scowcroft and George Caulkin for the penultimate podcast of the domestic season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 38 - Should big clubs be forced to buy British? 05.05.2014 48:49

The panel discuss the Home-grown rule and debate its effectiveness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 37 - Did the PFA get it right? 28.04.2014 44:10

The panel discuss Jose Mourinho's tactics after his Chelsea side beat Liverpool as the season approaches its climax and the PFA team of the year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 36 - Glazers urged to explain 22.04.2014 46:57

The panel discuss David Moyes' departure from Old Trafford following a disappointing season with Manchester United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 35 - Emotive victory of much significance for Liverpool 14.04.2014 43:58

The panel focus on events at Anfield after Liverpool beat Manchester City 3-2, increasing their chances of winning the title. The panel also focus on the 25th anniversary of the Hillsborough disaster and what the day meant to Steven Gerrard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 34 - Arsenal have become frustrating to watch 07.04.2014 50:57

Everton's convincing win against a tactically inept Arsenal side and some controversial refereeing decisions at Upton Park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 33 - Rodgers makes Liverpool simply irresistible 31.03.2014 44:48

The panel debate Liverpool's title chances, Everton's threat to the top 4, plus debate UEFA's Nations League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 32 - Wenger's tactics were naive 24.03.2014 43:33

Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Tony Cascarino, Tony Evans and Oli Kay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 31 - David Moyes should leave in the summer 17.03.2014 44:35

The panel discuss Liverpool's win at Old Trafford as David Moyes' role at Manchester United is, yet again, put under the spotlight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Live from Liverpool pt 2 14.03.2014 48:33

Gab Marcotti is joined by Peter Reid, Tony Evans and Tony Barrett to discuss the national side and local issues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 30 - City need to curb their complacency 10.03.2014 48:13

Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, Tony Cascarino and Matt Dickinson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Live from Liverpool 07.03.2014 41:03

Gab Marcotti is joined by Peter Reid, Tony Evans and Tony Barrett to discuss the state of football in Liverpool Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 29 - A Manifesto for the English game 03.03.2014 46:35

The show continues Times' Sport's 'Good of the Game' investigation - our writers have been identifying ways to raise standards in English football and trying to find solutions that Greg Dyke is seeking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 28 - Liverpool defensive frailties shine through 24.02.2014 44:34

The panel analyse Liverpool's defensive frailties after their narrow 4-3 home win over a Swansea side under new management. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 27 - Howard Webb should not be a scapegoat for Liverpool defeat 17.02.2014 45:53

The panel discuss the latest round of FA Cup action, plus the state of Newcastle United's governance and Fulham's plight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 26 - Are Liverpool title contenders? 10.02.2014 45:18

The panel discuss Liverpool's demolition of Arsenal, Moyes' lack of tactical nous and debate Laudrup's Swansea departure, plus the re-introduction of standing terraces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Live from Manchester 07.02.2014 1:17:59

Gab Marcotti is joined by Manchester United (and City) legend Andy Cole, alongside Oli Kay and James Ducker, live from the National Football Museum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 25 - Moyes needs an improved back four 03.02.2014 46:34

Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Stewart Robson, Rory Smith and James Scowcroft Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 24 - Juan Mata and Moyes 27.01.2014 43:31

FA Cup fourth-round is debated plus Juan Mata's move to Manchester United is put under the microscope. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 23 - Rodgers' tactics were flawed 20.01.2014 45:11

Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Daniel Finkelstein, Alyson Rudd and Jim Proudfoot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 23 - Tiote goal should have stood 13.01.2014 44:54

The panel discuss referee Mike Jones' decision to rule out Tiote's spectacular strike, Sturridge's comeback strike for Liverpool and Pepe Mel's appointment at West Brom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 22 - David Moyes is not exempt from criticism 06.01.2014 43:48

Moyes, Man United and the FA Cup are put under the microscope as Swansea progress in the competition, plus the panel talk about Walcott's best role as Arsenal beat Spurs. We also pay tribute to Eusebio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 21 - The Webb Effect 30.12.2013 44:33

The panel talk Howard Webb's decision making, Arsenal's resilience, plus, Anelka's 'quenelle' gesture comes under the spotlight in our debate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Game - Week 20 - Tan Is More Than A Pantomime Villain 23.12.2013 52:39

Rory Smith and Julien Laurens are Gabriele Marcotti's cohorts this week as they debate whether Liverpool are better without Steven Gerrard, ask what's really going on between Cardiff Manager Malky Mackay and owner Vincent Tan and discuss whether Tim Sherwood should be demanding answers from Chairman Daniel Levy about his future as the manager of Spurs. The gents also take a look those making headw...

The Game - Week 19 - AVB sacking surprise 16.12.2013 45:12

Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Rory Smith, Tony Barrett and George Caulkin as AVB parts company with Tottenham following a heavy defeat by Liverpool, plus the panel discuss Manchester City's convincing home win over Arsenal, Steve Clarke's departure from West Brom, the latest Champions League draw and debate the concept of 'pay-to-interview' in football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...