The Premier League might be known as the home of the 'beautiful game', but we're arguing that the inconsistency in officiating and the blatant favoritism in decisions is threatening to tarnish its beauty. We're looking at two major incidents that have sparked our ire - a controversial penalty kick and a contentious handball decision. Join us as we question t ... Show More
Feb 2020
Jules & Andy: Was the Premier League ready for VAR, are officials inadequately prepared, and how does FFP work in practice?
<p>After another shambolic weekend of VAR, there was only one thing we could start with on today’s episode of Jules & Andy. As officials mishandle baffling clear decisions, we discuss the effect these mistakes has on players’ most visceral emotions while on the pitch and the ... Show More
32m 36s
Nov 2023
Two games, twelve goals, one VAR
<p><br></p><p>The Thurs team of Martin Samuel, Tony Cascarino and Gregor Robertson join Tom Clarke to discuss one thing…VAR. With two thrilling games and twelve goals between them the Man Utd v Copenhagen and Spurs v Chelsea games were dominated by VAR. Is it inevitable, will it ... Show More
1h 9m
Feb 2020
The Preview Show: Champions League blows for Liverpool and Spurs, Leicester take on Man City, and Chelsea are having a wobble
<p>It's a big week in the ol’ football, as European football resumes and Big Weng steps in to do something about the offside rule – something we’re all frankly a little unsure about. </p><br><p>We even saw Liverpool lose, as Atletico took a 1-0 lead into their second leg mat ... Show More
53m 18s
Dec 2021
Upfront: An iconic FA Cup final, a century after the ban
<p>Flo, Rachel and Chloe look back over a dominant Chelsea win in Sunday's historic FA Cup final, with Jonas Eidevall's Arsenal miles off the pace - even after plenty of hype on our last episode!</p><br><p>We discuss how Chelsea got the win and what Arsenal need to improve to cha ... Show More
40m 5s
Oct 2023
Blood Red: “It Doesn’t Seem Real” | VAR Embarrassment, Liverpool Statement & Referee Insight
Join the Liverpool ECHO’s Joe Rimmer, Theo Squires, Sean Bradbury and Matt Addison for the latest episode of the Blood Red Podcast!
To say there’s plenty to discuss on today’s show would be an understatement. In the aftermath of Liverpool’s 2-1 defeat in Tottenham on Saturday, an ... Show More
55m 35s
Nov 2023
Champions League and jeez, referees!
<p><br></p><p>Martin Samuel, James Gheerbrant and Jonathan Northcroft join Gregor Robertson for the Thursday edition of The Game.</p><p>Manchester United once again take centre stage. Free scoring, but also conceding freely too and dropping a two goal lead twice in Türkiye.   ... Show More
1h 13m