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Former footballer turned presenter Cecil Jee dives head-first into the madness of the beautiful game. From wild Fantasy XI debates (yes, we’re asking which safari animal makes the best right-back) to Rant of the Week meltdowns, this isn’t your average football chat. Expect heart, humour, and a healthy dose of chaos, plus real stories from the fans and unsung heroes who make football what it is. VAR You SERIOUS? Where football meets funny, and every fan has a story.
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Episodes
It really could be coming home! 06.07.2026 49:22
Cecil and Kim reunite to discuss England's incredible 3-2 win over Mexico in the World Cup. After weeks of pessimism and negativity, the boys discuss whether it might actually be on its way home! There is glowing praise for Thomas Tuchel, Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane who all managed to sink Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. The lads were also joined by Marco Helli...
Is Tuchel just the German Southgate? 29.06.2026 49:25
Cecil and Kim are reunited for another Trans-Atlantic World Cup edition of the show. Cecil laments the fact that he is back in the UK after an amazing few weeks in the States for the World Cup as Kim discusses his experience at the Met Life Stadium in New York City as England progress as group winners. The lads discuss whether anything has actually changed with England since Thomas T...
WORLD CUP EPISODE 2 22.06.2026 49:28
Cecil and Kim are still out in the USA for the Fifa World Cup 2026! Cecil joins from New York City as Kim is still in Boston for the England game. The lads discuss their experiences at the World Cup so far, and how so many different communities and people are being brought together through football. They discuss the weird and wonderful things they’ve discovered about the US, the incredible Tartan...
EPISODE 23- THE WORLD CUP STARTS! 15.06.2026 49:25
Cecil and Kim join us from the World Cup! Cecil is out in California and Kim is in Texas, and both are amazed at how big everything in the USA! They discuss the first few games at the World Cup, what the atmosphere has been like and how America is treating them so far. They discuss who’s caught their eyes so far and who they tip to have a great World Cup campaign. Finally, the lads become ev...
EPISODE 23 - The Statue of Liberty heads away! 08.06.2026 48:40
Former footballer and presenter Cecil Jee joins Kim Kothari all the way from AFTV's trip to Ethiopia. The lads discuss the Champions League final, as Cecil laments Gabriel's missed penalty, which cost them the trophy! Cecil opened up and gave a little too much description about his unfortunate trip to Ethiopia so far, as they picked their Premier League Team of the Season. ...
VAR-U Serious 08.06.2026 1:00:04
Former footballer turned presenter Cecil Jee dives head-first into the madness of the beautiful game. From wild Fantasy XI debates (yes, we're asking which safari animal makes the best right-back) to Rant of the Week meltdowns, this isn't your average football chat. Expect heart, humour, and a healthy dose of chaos, plus real stories from the fans and unsung heroes who make football what it is. VA...
Arsenal ARE CHAMPIONS! City Humbled? Tottenham Survive: VAR-U Serious Season Roundup 25.05.2026 49:10
Arsenal have finally done it! There’s contrasting emotions in the studio for this week’s episode of VAR U Serious, as Kim’s Manchester City gift the title to Cecil’s beloved Arsenal! Cecil recounts the final seconds of the City game which handed Arsenal their first title in 22 years! He then tells us all what it was like to be among the hundreds of thousands of Arsenal fans at the Em...
EPISODE 21- Supermarket Sweep 18.05.2026 49:22
Former footballer and presenter Cecil Jee has a pep in his step today as he taunts producer and Man City fan, Kim Kothari about Arsenal’s impending title win, as they head to the Emirates to take on Burnley. They also got very angry about supermarket layouts and Cecil’s struggles to find an oven. They opened up the honesty box again, where both lads asked each other three brutal...
EPISODE 20- HONESTY HOUR 12.05.2026 49:23
Former footballer and presenter Cecil Jee has a pep in his step today as he taunts producer and Man City fan, Kim Kothari about Arsenal’s impending title win, after their controversial win against West Ham. The lads also discuss male fashion, long queues at the bar and influencers getting too big for their boots. A new feature saw the honesty box- where both lads asked each other three bruta...
VAR BEST BITS 04.05.2026 48:03
With Cecil Jee on the other side of the world in Uganda, we asked him to go through his favourite bits from the last twenty episodes of VAR U Serious, and there were some serious throbacks in there. Everything from rants about umbrellas, vapes and the unsuspecting George Ezra, as well as fantasy XIs including Marvel characters and one incredibly un-pc team made up of Louis Beneventi's favourite Vi...
Episode 19 - Second again, Ole Ole Ole! 20.04.2026 49:03
This week Cecil Jee is joined by Manchester City fan Kim Kothari to discuss the enormous game at the Etihad yesterday afternoon! The pair discuss seeing each other in the stands as City took one huge stride to take the title of Arsenal- are they really going to bottle it again? Kim also gave the lowdown from an evening with Patrick Vieira this weekend- who told him he massively regrets leavi...
Episode 18- Cecil gives up and George Ezra catches strays 13.04.2026 48:42
Cecil Jee was joined by Brighton fan and SportBible presenter Ben Spalding to discuss Arsenal's impending bottle! On a week where Arsenal stumbled and Manchester City battered Chelsea, Cecil admitted that he thinks Arsenal will end the season trophyless once more, piling pressure on Mikel Arteta. The lads also discussed the World Cup and whether Danny Welbeck should be in the squad, both agr...
Episode 17 - Arsenal players are a disgrace! 30.03.2026 49:11
This week Cecil Jee is joined by Maz Mirzadeh to discuss all things international break, Arsenal players leaving England camp, the disastrous reign of Idor Tudor, and Usain Bolt's party house. As the news broke that Tottenham Hotspur had sent a five-year contract offer to Roberto De Zerbi, Cecil and Maz discussed the terrible 39 day stint of Igor Tudor, and whether De Zerbi was the man to kee...
Episode 16- A bad day to be from North London 23.03.2026 49:03
Host and former footballer Cecil Jee was joined by comedian and Man United fan, Ali Woods. Ali tried to lighten the mood after Cecil's beloved Arsenal were beaten at Wembley by Man City. The lads discussed Spurs fans' attempt to help the team, and the very real possibility that the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium could be hosting Championship football next season. Ali also gave the lowd...
Does Neville have a long bottom? 16.03.2026 49:19
Host and former footballer Cecil Jee was joined by beach footballer and social media sensation Sara Catriona for another chaotic episode packed with football debate, Max Dowman chat and one serious wizzardly team selection. They discussed Max Dowman’s incredible performance against Everton and Arsenal’s surge forward to the Premier League title. They also discuss the question on everyone’s lips, P...
Episode 14- Ain’t nothing like a Hound Dog in midfield 09.03.2026 49:01
This week it might just be Elvis pulling the strings. Host and former footballer Cecil Jee was joined by Chelsea fan Louis Beneventi for another chaotic episode packed with football debate, FA Cup chat and one very confused team selection. The lads discussed Chelsea’s less-than-convincing performance in the FA Cup, with Louis admitting he wasn’t exactly blown away by the Blues as they scraped thei...
Episode 13: Hulk & Ant-Man: The new Crouch & Defoe? 02.03.2026 49:04
This week, host and former footballer Cecil Jee was joined by Kim Kothari for more nonsensical football related chatter. After a seagull was brought back to life after being hit with a ball in Turkey, the pair debate whether seagulls actually deserve saving, please do not listen if you are a member of the RSPCA. The pair unpacked the curious epidemic of punctured Lime bikes popping...
Episode 12- Kenan and Kel, the unlikely centre-back duo 23.02.2026 48:46
This week, host and former footballer Cecil Jee was joined by internet football royalty, Dev Bajwa! The boys kicked things off with the fallout from the North London Derby, where Cecil turned up with his special red-tinted glasses on, just to rub more salt in the wounds of poor Spurs fans. Fair warning to anyone who vapes, Dev didn’t hold back, going full-on two-footed in a rant about vapers...
Episode 11: Whiskey Business. Who’s got the Bottle in Big Games? 16.02.2026 49:07
This week, host and former footballer Cecil Jee was joined by die-hard Manchester United fan and Head of United District Dylan Penketh to discuss FA Cup, Man United and Michael Carrick. The big question: Does Michael Carrick deserve the full-time job at Manchester United? The lads debated whether Carrick is the long-term solution at Old Trafford, what he’s changed tactically, and whether Uni...
"Men who use umbrellas don't deserve respect" 09.02.2026 48:52
This week, host and former footballer Cecil Jee was joined by broadcaster, Manchester City fan, and VAR U Serious? producer Kim Kothari. They reacted to Manchester City’s last-minute win over Liverpool, debated what it means for Arsenal and the Premier League title race, and discussed whether this was the lowest quality Premier League season in decades! The pair also looked at the bottom of the ta...
Bonnie Blue or Chelsea Owner Behdad Eghbali, Who Would You Want Up Front In Your Evil Fantasy XI? 02.02.2026 49:00
Is Chelsea owner Behdad Eghbali one of the most evil people to ever exist? Probably not... but he's made the villain fantasy XI team anyway! VAR U Serious is back as presenter, former footballer, and proud Arsenal fan Cecil Jee , is joined by Chelsea superfan Louis Beneventi to discuss all things Chelsea, title race and a joint hatred of Spurs. The episode kicks off with a discussion ab...
Is the Premier League Title Race Back On? | Liverpool FC, Arne Slot, Arsenal, Football Debate 26.01.2026 49:02
Host and former professional footballer Cecil Jee was joined by passionate Liverpool fan Greg Munikwa for a fiery football discussion. Greg revealed he’s done with the Arne Slot project after another disappointing loss to Bournemouth, sparking debate over the manager’s future. The conversation then shifted to the Premier League title race after Arsenal’s shocking defeat to Manchester United. Is th...
Is Liam Rosenior the Right Man for Chelsea? | Chelsea FC, BlueCo, and AFCON 19.01.2026 49:06
Host and former professional footballer Cecil Jee was joined by content creator and passionate Chelsea fan Anita Abayomi. The pair discussed whether Liam Rosenior is the right man for the job at Chelsea, and examine the long-term vision of BlueCo and whether the ownership group is taking Chelsea FC in the right direction. As a huge Nigeria national team fan, Anita also shared her thoughts on Niger...
Is It Time for Thomas Frank to Get Sacked at Spurs? 12.01.2026 48:58
Join host and former professional footballer Cecil Jee as he’s joined by Spurs superfan Davina Pindoria to discuss all things Tottenham Hotspur. In this episode, they talk about Thomas Frank’s controversial Arsenal cup drinking moment against Bournemouth, discuss how long Frank has left at Spurs, and debate potential replacements, including Oliver Glasner from Crystal Palace. They also dive into t...
Episode 5 15.12.2025 48:54
This week, Cecil is joined by content creator and Manchester United fan Nick Khairi. Nick and Cecil go through their mid-season ratings so far, who has flopped, who has impressed and who is the next manager to be sacked!? Then the boys get into the Christmas spirit by picking their Chocolate themed fantasy XI. Is a Bounty a better striker or midfielder? That's for you to decide!
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