logo
episode-header-image
Jun 2021
41m 47s

Bruno Lage's arrival, the Maurizio Sarri...

Stak
About this episode

Portugal's gradual takeover of English and European football continues apace, with Bruno Lage freshening things up at Wolves and Spurs in advanced talks with the man their former boss just replaced. Best of luck, Paulo Fonseca...


Kate, Andy and Jim also check in with the latest movers and shakers, as Lazio snag Maurizio Sarri and Chelsea are bidding for players already. Turns out those fines for joining the Super League are a drop in an otherwise enormous ocean.


Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.


***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***



See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Up next
Today
Best of the Football Ramble 2024/25 (Part 2)
Welcome back to our Ramble rewind! Today, we're revisiting some of our favourite stories from the second half of this season, featuring everyone's favourite disgraced eagle handler Juan Bernabé, Frank Clark's canal-shoving rampage, and Andy Gray as James Bond. Plus, the most cont ... Show More
39m 22s
Yesterday
Best of the Football Ramble 2024/25 (Part 1)
For the next two days, we're looking back at some of our favourite moments from the 2024/25 season - aka the longest football season of all time (probably). Today's episode sees us reminisce about a few Ramble classics: Noni Madueke slagging off a town, a parrot grassing up a Spa ... Show More
36m 17s
Jul 15
Reacting to our Club World Cup predictions
Well there we have it, ladies and gents. The key is in the trophy and the curtain has finally come down on the Club World Cup.So now it’s time for Marcus, Luke, Pete and Andy to reveal their predictions for what was a rather, let’s say ‘unique’ tournament. It’s fair to say we had ... Show More
36m 57s
Recommended Episodes
Jul 2023
Extended Clip - Sergej Milinkovic-Savic & Paul Pogba: Saudi Arabia Taking Over Football
With Lazio star Sergej Milinkovic-Savic close and Juventus icon Paul Pogba being rumored with a move to Saudi Arabia, Nima Tavallaey and Carlo Garganese analyze, debate and discuss, how we got here, UEFA's responsibility to get here as well as the broader ramifications the emerge ... Show More
7m 53s
Sep 2020
What Comes Next: An exclusive interview with Mauricio Pochettino and Jesus Perez
Welcome to the first episode of Between The Lines with Melissa Reddy, a new podcast bringing you unrivalled insight and fascinating stories from some of the biggest names in football. Today, Melissa is joined by former Tottenham, Southampton and Espanyol manager Mauricio Pochetti ... Show More
52m 42s
Mar 2022
At The Match: Arsenal 0-2 Liverpool, March 2022
We're back with a new episode of At The Match, the series that takes you right to the heart of football matches across the world. Today, Andy is joined by the Ramble's own Jim Campbell as they revel in a cracking atmosphere under the lights. They talk about Jim's relationship wit ... Show More
38m 43s
Jul 2024
The Celtics Sale, USMNT’s Flop, Lakers Hail Marys, and 'The Bear' Season 3 With Rob Stone and Van Lathan
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons updates his NBA tier list after the latest free agent moves and then discusses what he thinks Danny Ainge’s plan is with Lauri Markkanen, why the CBA is broken, and the thought process behind Wyc Grousbeck’s decision to sell his stake in the Celtics (02: ... Show More
1h 53m
Jun 2023
Messi to Inter Miami! Is the door still open for a Barcelona return (on loan)?
On episode 474, Dan and Luis Mazariegos break down the Messi to Inter Miami move from all perspectives. They talk about Messi's choice, the competition in MLS, Barcelona's statement, and much more!Running Order:What is the general reaction to the news?Is MLS better than social me ... Show More
59m 45s
Jun 2022
Sticking Around? Sergi Roberto, Sergio Busquets, and Salary Decisions
On episode 360, Dan and Victor of the Houston Culés discuss the salary decisions currently being made, including those around de Jong, Busquets, Sergi Roberto, and Gavi. They talk about the financial obstacles of letting go of legends, Gavi's style of play, the cost of Angel Di M ... Show More
46m 29s
Aug 2021
Final Goodbye? Barcelona and Messi unable to make it work under La Liga rules
On episode 276, Dan is joined by Kevin Williams to discuss the bombshell announcement that Lionel Messi will no longer be a player for FC Barcelona. They try to hit every angle - La Liga, Messi's camp, Laporta, Bartomeu, CVC deal, broadcasting rights, Tebas, Super League, and man ... Show More
51m 29s
Dec 2022
World Cup Final Beckons! Messi and Argentina topple Croatia, Luis Enrique's One Regret, and a Busquets Renewal Rumor
On episode 418, Dan and Rafa Aldamuy discuss Argentina's 3-0 win over Croatia and the wonder that is Lionel Messi. They talk about how Argentina is built to support Messi, who Luis Enrique regretted bringing, a possible Busquets renewal, and much more!Running Order:How is Argenti ... Show More
58m 17s
Jan 2022
Making Moves! Alvaro Morata rumors, Summer Targets, and Ilias Akhomach
On episode 316, Dan and Levon discuss the 1-0 win over Mallorca and the January transfer window. They talk about the difference between special La Masia talents and useful ones, the potential of Alvaro Morata, the chances for Erling Haaland and a bunch of free transfers, and much ... Show More
55m 58s