The Game
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Who can build a blueprint for beating Manchester City?
Gab Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd and Matt Dickinson to discuss a dominant display from the champions elect (and a poor performance from Pawson). Plus the panel determine whether time has finally caught up with Bournemouth and debate the season so far for VAR. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Klopp can't bring morality into refereeing decisions
It's a packed Game podcast as Gab Marcotti, Alyson Rudd and Julien Laurens dissect a massive Manchester derby - and the milky melee that followed. Plus the panel pick sides over the penalty in the Merseyside derby, debate the sanity of Saturday night football and there's live reaction to the Champions League draw! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Game previews the Manchester derby
Gab Marcotti and Henry Winter discuss what's being billed as the biggest game of the Premier League season so far. This Sunday, the top two meet at Old Trafford in a pivotal match in the title race. Mourinho takes on Guardiola. Manchester United face Manchester City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Summer is the time to gamble on a Championship manager
Gab Marcotti returns to the hot seat alongside James Scowcroft and James Gheerbrant to answer some questions posed by the Premier League weekend. Has a screw come loose in Pep's head? Should Pogba be exempt from suspension? And why can't you be retrospectively un-punished for not diving? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Firefighter needed as Everton exit the elite
Matt Dickinson steps into the podcasting shoes of Gab Marcotti this week. He’s joined by Oliver Kay and Bill Edgar to discuss embarrassment at Everton, majesty at Man City and resistance to rainbow laces. But you do get your Marcotti fix as he sits down with Raphael Honigstein to discuss his new book Klopp: Bring The Noise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pulis pays the price for poor product and professionalism
Gab Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens and Bill Edgar to discuss a jam-packed Premier League weekend. Did Tottenham take Arsenal too lightly? Should Zlatan start ahead of Lukaku? Plus Raphael Honigstein pops in to debate West Brom's sacking of the man in the baseball cap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Good cop Moyes walks in to West Ham’s holiday camp
Gab Marcotti is joined by James Gheerbrant and Stewart Robson to unlock the Ruben Loftus-Cheek conundrum for England and study how David Moyes can change the West Ham philosophy. Plus journalist Patrick Barclay pops in to discuss his new book detailing an icon of football – Sir Matt Busby: The Definitive Biography. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Beleaguered Bilic worn down by dysfunctional directors
After a truly Super Sunday, Gab Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, Matt Dickinson and Henry Winter to debate Mkhitaryan going missing and Arsene's inefficiency. Plus Guillem Balague discusses his book Brave New World - Inside Pochettino's Spurs, as we hear about Gab's trip to Disney World with Poch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Distracted Dele not yet in Kane’s league
Gab Marcotti, Jonathan Northcroft and Alex Kay-Jelski discuss all the fall-out from another big weekend of football, as The Game looks at the hype surrounding England’s kids, Everton’s identity crisis and why is everybody so cruel to Puel? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Game speaks to Graeme Souness
In a special podcast, Alyson Rudd speaks to one of the most decorated players in football – Graeme Souness – about his autobiography ‘Football: My Life, My Passion.’ The Liverpool legend discusses the mind-set of a player and manager. Plus gardening, gin and Gangs of New York. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With or without Koeman, Everton are easy opposition
Gab Marcotti, Matt Dickinson, Paul Joyce and Julien Laurens discuss a hugely eventful Premier League weekend as Everton ditch their Dutch manager. Plus Matthew Syed joins us to dissect the issues around the Eni Aluko enquiry for the FA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Arsenal don’t like it up ‘em
Alyson Rudd is joined by James Scowcroft and Bill Edgar as they discuss Palace picking up their first points of the season, Chelsea’s lack of firepower and Mourinho’s maddening mind games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Scotland are missing the wee man of the past
Gab Marcotti, Alyson Rudd and James Scowcroft react to a weekend of international football on The Game podcast. Henry Winter joins us to debate Southgate's change of system for England.Plus from north of the border, Graham Spiers discusses Scotland's decline and Strachan's theory of genetics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Were Chelsea wrong and was Mike Ashley right?
Gab Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd and Bill Edgar to dissect the Premier League weekend. Find out how Manchester City channelled 2010 Barcelona and why Dejan Lovren can handle criticism.Plus Opta's Duncan Alexander speaks about his book Outside The Box, explaining the use of data in football and the newest statistical phenomenon - expected goals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What is Mark Sampson’s future in football?
Gab Marcotti is joined by Matt Hughes and Julien Laurens to discuss the big questions posed by the Premier League weekend. Are the media too kind to Klopp? When did Bilic lose his mojo? Plus Martyn Ziegler debates the FA’s handling of Mark Sampson’s dismissal as England women’s manager. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Can Rooney repay massive debt to embarrassed Everton?
Gab Marcotti is joined by Matt Dickinson and Julien Laurens to discuss another huge weekend of football, with issues including the sacrifice of Sanchez for steel, Koeman’s counter-attack and Cologne’s crowd control. Plus photographer Bradley Ormesher describes the art of capturing the world’s most expensive player over 90 minutes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
De Boer was on borrowed time from Day One
The first managerial casualty of the Premier League season occurs during The Game podcast, with Gab Marcotti, James Gheerbrant and former Crystal Palace striker James Scowcroft. The panel break down the weekend's action, plus Matthew Syed joins the debate to discuss the demonisation of Dele Alli. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
England's identity & judging patriotism on performance
Gab Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd and Oli Kay to get to the bottom of all the interest in England and the attitude of supporters towards the national team. Plus we review some of the best and worst business in the transfer window and whether managers are obliged to give kids a chance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Building around De Bruyne & Arsenal's cultural reset
Gab Marcotti is joined by Gregor Robertson and James Gheerbrant to discuss terrible Arsenal, scary Eddie Howe and why Kevin De Bruyne should be treated like Andy Reid.Plus Paul Hirst speaks to the panel about his moving interview with Hull striker Will Keane - Michael's twin brother - beleaguered by injuries thus far in his career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ozil doesn't play with any joy
Gab Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, Stewart Robson and James Gheerbrant to dissect the Premier League weekend. Did Arsenal get screwed? When should the transfer window be shut? And is playing at Wembley emotionally exhausting? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Conte's Costa blunder puts a downer on Chelsea
The Game is back for the new Premier League season as Gab Marcotti, Henry Winter, Stewart Robson and James Scowcroft run the rule over the runners and riders in the forthcoming campaign. Plus the panel discuss the Chelsea disconnect at Cobham, West Ham's unprofessional DNA and FFP at PSG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43 - Is Zidane a great manager?
For the final time this season, Gab Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, James Gheerbrant and Matt Hughes to discuss Real Madrid's legacy and construct a to-do list for the top 6 in the Premier League.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
42 - Picking two Premier League teams of the season
Gab Marcotti is joined by Henry Winter, Alyson Rudd and Julien Laurens to pick not one but TWO Premier League teams of the season. Plus Matt Hughes helps dissect an FA Cup final where Conte was slow to react and Moses made history.Also on the agenda, the retirement of a Roma legend. And we look at Ronaldo and Messi’s accounts.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
41 - Is it time for Premier League play-offs?
Gab Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, James Gheerbrant and James Scowcroft to issue the end of term reports for each Premier League side. Plus we discuss John Terry’s naff negotiation and the politics around David De Gea.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
40 - Old Conte versus New Conte
Gab Marcotti, Julien Laurens, Alyson Rudd and James Gheerbrant discuss the remarkable transformation of angry Antonio, the pressure piled on by Mourinho and the media's struggles in covering Football Leaks.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
39 - United’s goal return under Mourinho is unacceptable
Gab Marcotti, Julien Laurens, Oliver Kay & James Scowcroft get stuck into Mourinho and whether La Liga really is better than the Premier League. Plus why does everyone else in London hate Spurs so much?Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
38 - Should there be sympathy for Joey Barton?
Gab Marcotti is joined by Matt Hughes, James Gheerbrant and Alyson Rudd to discuss the rise and rise of Tottenham, the Joey Barton ban and Leyton Orient v Colchester. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
37 - Perverse planning from Pep & Poch
Gab Marcotti is joined by Matt Dickinson, James Gheerbrant and Alyson Rudd to discuss how the FA Cup semi-finals were won and lost. Plus there's the PFA Player of the Year Awards and El Clasico.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
36 - With that Diego Costa, Chelsea play with 10 men
Gab Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, James Gheerbrant and George Caulkin to dissect Mourinho's tactical dismantling of Chelsea, the highs and lows of the season in the North East and the personality of Puel.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35 - Who needs a top 4 finish the most?
Alyson Rudd is joined by James Scowcroft, Julien Laurens and James Gheerbrant to discuss another scintillating showing from Spurs and who in the top 6 will suffer the biggest humiliation come May?Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
34 - What kind of player does Barkley want to be?
Gab Marcotti is joined by Gary Jacob and James Scowcroft to discuss the future of Alexis Sanchez, the resurgence of Zaha & Sakho and the indiscipline of Ross Barkley.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
33 - England under-21s must learn from dreadful Kane experience
FIFA's Alex Stone gives us a fascinating insight into the daily workings of the global governing body. Plus Gab Marcotti is joined by Alyson Rudd, James Gheerbrant and Julien Laurens to discuss England's senior and junior Lions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32 - Arsenal suffering because nobody can challenge Wenger
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Paul Hirst, James Gheerbrant and Stewart Robson to discuss Manchester City's riveting draw with Liverpool and the latest in the Arsene Wenger saga. Plus Henry Winter joins us to debate why international football still matters.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31 - Losing Kane will cost Tottenham the top 4
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by James Scowcroft, Alyson Rudd and Julien Laurens to talk about the mystery of Moussa Sissoko and whether Liverpool playing badly is a good thing. Plus Matt Dickinson discusses his interview with the FA's technical director Dan Ashworth.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30 - Who is to blame? Arsene or Alexis?
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by James Scowcroft, Tony Cascarino and Julien Laurens to discuss the ongoing Alexis Sanchez saga, if Tyrone Mings meant the head stamp and whether retrospective action for diving would work, all this plus the usual quick hits. Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29 - Leicester have struggled to deal with the world’s expectations
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by James Scowcroft, Alyson Rudd and Matt Dickinson to discuss outstanding performances from Ibrahimovic, Gabbiadini and Fabregas. Plus Jonathan Northcroft gives his insight on the saga at Leicester City.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28 - Why can't the World Cup have 3 or 4 co-hosts?
Gabriele Marcotti is back to debate the major talking points in football alongside Stewart Robson who wonders if Aguero is training well enough, Julien Laurens who is in love with Matt Rhead and James Scowcroft who talks about his clash with the Cowleys.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27 - Getting rid of Ranieri is the only answer
Alyson Rudd is joined by James Scowcroft, Julien Laurens and Bill Edgar to discuss the futures of Claudio Ranieri at Leicester and Arsene Wenger at Arsenal.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26 - Arsenal are a comfort zone club
Gab Marcotti returns to discuss the weekend's major talking points, with the aid of Tony Cascarino, Alyson Rudd and Paul Hirst. Plus Matthew Syed debates the issue of anonymity regarding Saido Berahino's drugs ban.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25 - Did the FA Cup hit an all-time low?
Max Rushden sits in for Gab Marcotti, in the company of Julien Laurens, James Scowcroft and Oliver Kay. On the agenda, the FA Cup's lack of lustre, a huge week for Big Sam and a bright future for Ryan Sessegnon.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24 - Is Wayne Rooney a genius?
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, Matt Dickinson and Stewart Robson, plus Matthew Syed discusses his article on why people are wrong to mock Wayne Rooney's intelligence.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23 - Pep has overrated his ability to improve players
Gabriele Marcotti is back, alongside Alyson Rudd, Julien Laurens and Matt Hughes. Plus James Scowcroft joins us live from Old Trafford and find out which Premier League manager is like a bear in a cage.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22 - More FA Cup Magic...
This week Alyson Rudd is joined by Julien Laurens, James Scowcroft and Oliver Kay to discuss too many FA cup changes, Hull's new manager, whether Dele Alli should leave for Spain and what the french for candyfloss is. To read more visit thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21 - Pep & City have anxiety problems
Gab Marcotti is joined by Tony Cascarino, Stewart Robson and James Scowcroft to discuss City's angry manager, Bournemouth's talented manager and Hull's former manager.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19 - Wenger is in awe of Ozil
Gab Marcotti is joined by Oliver Kay, Julien Laurens and James Scrowcroft to discuss the same old Arsenal, Mourinho's new United and the thrall of China.Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18 - Pep may want to work on defending
Gab is joined by Julien Laurens, James Scowcroft and Alyson Rudd.Find out more information, visit www.thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17 - Liverpool lack decisiveness at the back
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by Julien Laurens, Tony Cascarino, Stewart Robson and Gregor Robertson. Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16 - Mourinho only has himself to blame for getting sent off
Gabriele Marcotti reviews the best of the weekend's action with Julien Laurens, James Scowcroft and Matt Hughes. Plus, Matthew Syed joins the conversation as the panel debate measures in youth football to protect both the players and coaches. Discover more at www.thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15 - Mourinho was right, United are unlucky
Gabriele Marcotti is joined in the studio by Alyson Rudd, Tony Cascarino and Julien Laurens. The panel discuss Manchester United's lack of cutting edge, Arsenal's negativity and debate Wayne Rooney's behaviour. Find out more at www.thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14 - England need to be more pragmatic
Gabriele Marcotti is joined by regulars Oli Kay, Julien Laurens and Tony Cascarino to debate the apparent lack of quality in the England v Scotland World Cup qualifier at Wembley. Plus, Times writer Paul Joyce joins the panel to discuss his column on the troubled times of former Everton starlet Jose Baxter; and we also feature part two of our interview with MP Damian Collins. Find out more at www.thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.