Los mejores podcasts de Football Life (2025)

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85. Penalties 43:14

1d ago43:14

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Twelve yards away, the keeper can’t move off his line until the ball is struck. How does anyone ever miss a penalty? Well, as we all know they do miss and frequently it’s crucial in a match. So it can be too for the award in the first place of a penalty for handball with no intent to handle by the defender and for fouls when the forward has cleverl…

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84. Those We Have Lost In 2024 (and also remembering Denis Law) 49:40

8d ago49:40

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A change of pace for Football Ruined My Life this week. In this podcast we’re looking back at football players and managers who died during 2024. Clearly we can only deal with a handful of the many who left us last year but what follows is the choice of Jon Holmes, Paddy Barclay and Colin Shindler as they discuss the lives and careers of the footba…

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83. The One With Ian Storey-Moore 42:26

15d ago42:26

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The prolific goal-scoring winger Ian Storey-Moore turns 80 on the day this episode was published... and Football Ruined My Life has chosen to mark the occasion by giving him the greatest present a footballer of the 1960s and 1970s could possibly want - a guest appearance on the podcast with Paddy Barclay, Jon Holmes and Colin Shindler. A star forwa…

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82. Centre forwards vs False 9s 52:51

22d ago52:51

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Real centre forwards were old fashioned battering rams like Nat Lofthouse, Ted Drake of the great Arsenal side of the 1930s and Bobby Smith the rampaging leader of the Spurs double winning attack. As football has become more skilful, they have largely been replaced by False 9s as they are now called or deep-lying centre forwards as they were in the…

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81. The One With Michael Rosen 54:30

29d ago54:30

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He’s a well-known and much liked voice on Radio 4’s Word of Mouth programme as well as Professor of Children’s Literature at Goldsmiths, University of London. But Michael Rosen is this week’s guest on Football Ruined My Life because he is a genuine Gooner - as visitors to the Emirates Stadium can see when they observe him depicted on the famous mur…

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80. Our Third Postbag 38:10

1M ago38:10

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As a New Year’s gift, the panel come bearing the bulging postbag containing our listeners’ emails. Once again we can report a high standard of literacy and a comfortingly accurate recall of matches and teams from the dim recesses of all our childhoods. One correspondent, the self-styled King Arthur, a Liverpudlian now living in Malibu California, h…

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79. Yuletide Matches 45:40

1M ago45:40

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Colin Shindler, Jon Holmes and Paddy Barclay wish all our listeners a very merry Christmas and we do so by recalling Christmas time matches from long ago. With far less choice on offer, both on television and on the dining room table, football at Christmas provided a fabulous feast of entertainment, the climax to which came on Boxing Day in 1963 wh…

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78. Utility Players 42:33

2M ago42:33

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Colin Shindler, Patrick Barclay and Jon Holmes examine the value of utility players – the player who could fill in anywhere on the pitch from right back to outside left. There is a marked tendency by current managers to favour specialisation over utility yet we all remember, usually with affection, those players who could “do a job” anywhere on the…

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77. Brits Abroad 40:56

2M ago40:56

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Colin Shindler, Paddy Barclay and Jon Holmes discuss the phenomenon of Brits Abroad, those British footballers who made the transition to the sun, sangria and shenanigans of playing for foreign teams. Jon of course became a one-man Lunn PolyTravel Agency for his clients in the 1980s but the phenomenon of British footballers travelling to foreign cl…

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76. Screamers… 43:45

2M ago43:45

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… is the word frequently given to goals scored, usually from outside the penalty box, like drawings in a Roy of the Rovers cartoon that bring the crowd to a fever pitch of excitement. Unless of course the goal has been scored by the opposition. In which case the spectacular goal will be suffered in a mute and somewhat resentful silence, one in whic…

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75. 1992 43:11

2M ago43:11

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It was the year of the Sky revolution in football but for Jon Holmes it was also the end of Gary Lineker’s career in England as he prepared to move to Japan and ultimately into the television studio. Leeds United won the last First Division and their manager Howard Wilkinson was the last English manager to win the championship. It was the year that…

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74. Favourite Games 42:43

3M ago42:43

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Paddy Barclay, Jon Holmes and Colin Shindler talk about their favourite match and, to help them to do so, each of them invites as a guest on the podcast a player who took part in that match. If we could all take 8 matches to a desert island populated only by Roy Plomley and at some point you would be asked: “If seven of your matches were washed awa…

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15 MUST ADD PLAYERS FOR WEEK 11 | Fantasy Football 2024 21:45

3M ago21:45

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Send us a text Get ready to dominate your fantasy football league in Week 11! In this video, we're highlighting the top 15 must-add players you need to grab from the waiver wire to give you an edge over your opponents. From breakout stars to under-the-radar sleepers, we've got you covered with the best fantasy football pickups to make this week. Wh…

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73. Wingers 46:32

3M ago46:32

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Whatever happened to outside rights and outside lefts? You remember those speedy tricky wingers who beat their full backs on the outside, got to the dead ball line and centred so that their centre forward could charge at the ball and force it into the net. The men ploughing those lonely furrows seem to have disappeared. Why has this happened and wh…

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18 Hidden Gems For Week 10!!! | Fantasy Football 2024 17:54

3M ago17:54

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Send us a text Dominate your fantasy league with these 18 Gems of the Week! In this week 10 fantasy football guide, we're diving deep into the some hidden gems and expert tips that will give you an edge over your opponents. From sleepers to starters, we've got you covered. Get ready to take your fantasy football game to the next level and crush you…

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72. Players into Managers 42:58

3M ago42:58

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Why don’t great players automatically make great managers? Why did Bobby Charlton fail so disastrously at Preston when Kenny Dalglish succeeded so triumphantly at Liverpool as Johan Cruyff did at Barcelona? Jose Mourinho and Arsene Wenger had no careers at all as players but turned out to be great managers, Steven Gerard and Frank Lampard were grea…

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13 Players On the Week 9 Waiver Wire To SAVE Your Season | Fantasy Football 2024 18:21

3M ago18:21

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Send us a text Is your fantasy football season on the brink of collapse? Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this video, we're counting down the top 13 waiver wire players you need to pick up to turn your season around in 2024. From breakout wide receivers to underrated running backs, we're diving deep into the stats and trends to bring you the …

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71. The One With David Peace 45:59

3M ago45:59

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David Peace, the author of The Damned United, joins Jon Holmes, Patrick Barclay and Colin Shindler to talk about his latest novel. Munichs, details the story of Manchester United from 6 February 1958, the day of the plane crash that killed 23 people (including eight players) to the team’s appearance in the Cup Final in May 1958. He talks about what…

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13 MUST ADD Waiver Wire Targets For Week 8 | Fantasy Football 2024 14:44

3M ago14:44

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Send us a text 13 MUST ADD Waiver Wire Targets in Week 8 | 2024 Fantasy Football Advice Is your fantasy football team in trouble? Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this video, we're diving into the top waiver wire pickups for Week 8, highlighting the sleepers and hidden gems that can turn your season around. From breakout wide receivers to und…

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70. The Football Pyramid 40:50

4M ago40:50

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This week the Paddy Barclay, Jon Holmes and Colin Shindler ask each other how the Football Pyramid has changed over our lifetimes of watching the game. Our first memories were of football in the mid to late 1950s when life was bounded by the First and Second Divisions and the Third Divisions North and South. Of course, there was no Premier League b…

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WEEK 7 Match Ups: Who Will WIN BIG? | Fantasy Football 2024 12:41

4M ago12:41

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Send us a text Get ready for Week 7 of the NFL season! In this video, we're breaking down the top match-ups of the week and making our predictions for who will come out on top. From powerhouse teams looking to dominate to underdogs hoping to pull off an upset, we're covering it all. Who will win big in Week 7? Watch to find out!…

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69. Substitute! 42:13

4M ago42:13

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The use of substitutes began in the English Football League at the start of the 1965-66 season. After years of the Wembley “hoodoo” it was initially a simple system of ensuring that matches were not spoiled by 10 men playing against 11 because of a bad injury. From that sensible position in 1965 we seem to have arrived at a situation today when an …

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Must-Add Fantasy Football Players to Your Roster Before It's Too Late | Fantasy Football Advice 7:34

4M ago7:34

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Send us a text Are you ready to dominate your fantasy football league this season? In this video, we reveal the must-add players you need to consider for your roster before it's too late! From breakout stars to hidden gems, we cover all the essential picks that could make or break your fantasy team. Discover who to target in trades, which waiver wi…

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4 MUST-MAKE TRADES for Fantasy Football 2024! BUY & SELL These Players 11:43

4M ago11:43

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Send us a text Get ready for Week 6 of Fantasy Football with our latest video: "4 MUST-MAKE TRADES for this Fantasy Football season! BUY & SELL Players!" In this must-watch guide, we break down the top players to target and the ones you should consider trading away to boost your fantasy roster. Whether you're looking to make strategic moves to domi…

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ADD THESE PLAYERS NOW in Week 6! | Fantasy Football Advice 11:55

4M ago11:55

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Send us a text 🏈Are you ready to dominate your Fantasy Football league Waiver Wire in Week 6? In this video, we break down the top players you need to add to your roster right now! Whether you're looking for reliable starters or hidden gems to boost your lineup, we've got you covered with expert insights and analysis. Discover the best waiver wire …

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Week 5 Injury Updates You NEED To Know!!! | Fantasy Football 2024 11:20

4M ago11:20

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Send us a text 🏈 Week 5 Fantasy Football Injury Update! 🏈 Welcome back to the channel! As we gear up for Week 5 of the 2024 Fantasy Football season, staying on top of injury updates is crucial for making informed lineup decisions. In this video, we’ll provide you with the latest news on key players and how their injuries might impact your fantasy t…

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Stash These Players While You Can!!! | Fantasy Football 2024 8:10

4M ago8:10

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Send us a text 🏈 Week 5 Fantasy Football Stashes! 🏈 Welcome back to the channel! As we head into Week 5 of the 2024 Fantasy Football season, it’s time to look ahead and identify those players you should stash on your roster for future gains. Whether due to injuries, emerging roles, or favorable upcoming matchups, these stashes could make a big diff…

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68. The One With Frank Foer 51:01

4M ago51:01

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This is football as seen through the eyes of an Arsenal supporter, living and working in Washington DC. Frank Foer, a staff writer at The Atlantic and a former editor of The New Republic, is the author of the much respected book “How Football Explains the World”. It’s fascinating to hear the views of a man who genuinely understands and enthuses ove…

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Bold Week 5 Start/Sit Picks!! | Fantasy Football 2024 11:32

4M ago11:32

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Send us a text 🏈 Fantasy Football Week 5 Start/Sit Decisions! 🏈 Welcome back to the channel! In this video, we break down all the crucial start/sit decisions you need to make for Week 5 of the 2024 Fantasy Football season. With injuries, matchups, and player performances constantly changing, we’re here to help you make the best lineup choices! 🔍 Wh…

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3 Players To Buy Low / 3 Players To Sell High | Fantasy Football 2024 9:17

4M ago9:17

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Send us a text 🏈 Fantasy Football 2024: Buy Low & Sell High! 🏈 In this video, we dive into the key strategies for navigating your fantasy football roster as we head deeper into the season! Whether you’re looking to bolster your lineup or cash in on peak player value, we’ve got you covered. ✨ Players to Buy Low: Breece Hall - 0:50 Devante Adams - 2:…

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Week 5 Waiver Wire "Not Rashee Rice" | Fantasy Football 2024 11:12

4M ago11:12

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Send us a text 🏈 Week 5 Waiver Wire Picks: Essential Adds for Your Fantasy Team! 🏈 Welcome back, fantasy football fans! As we head into Week 5 of the NFL season, it's time to fine-tune your roster and make those crucial waiver wire pickups. In this video, we break down the top waiver wire targets you need to consider for your fantasy football leagu…

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Week 4 Start 'Em / Sit 'Em: Key Decisions for Your Fantasy Lineup! 7:04

4M ago7:04

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Send us a text It’s Week 4, Fantasy Football fans! 🎉 In this video, we’re diving into the critical Start 'Em and Sit 'Em choices that can set your lineup up for success or leave you regretting your decisions. We’ll analyze matchups, highlight key players to start, and discuss those you should consider benching. ✅ Top starts for Week 4 ✅ Players to …

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67. Rituals 43:38

4M ago43:38

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In the days of our fondly remembered youth which we can still see as it becomes ever smaller in the rear-view mirror of life, football matches kicked off at 3pm on a Saturday afternoon. And part of the joy of the experience was what we did beforehand, how we met our friends, how we got to the ground, perhaps even what we wore in the false expectati…

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Week 4 Fantasy Football Stashes: Hidden Gems You Need! | Fantasy Football 2024 4:32

4M ago4:32

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Send us a text Welcome back, Fantasy Football fanatics! In this Week 4 Stash episode, we’re diving deep to uncover the hidden gems that could give your team the edge it needs. From rising stars to overlooked players, we’ll break down who to target on the waiver wire and why they could be game-changers for your roster. ✅ Key matchups to watch ✅ Inju…

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3 Buy Low And Sell High Targets That Could Put Your Team Over The Top!! | Fantasy Football 2024 6:30

4M ago6:30

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Send us a text 🏈 Fantasy Football Week 4: Buy Low & Sell High Targets! 🏈 Welcome back, fantasy football managers! As we dive into Week 4, it’s time to strategize and maximize your roster's potential. In this video, we highlight the key players you should buy low on and those you might want to sell high to capitalize on their current value. 🔍 What Y…

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Week 4 Waiver Wire "Some Hidden Gems" | Fantasy Football 2024 5:09

4M ago5:09

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Send us a text 🏈 Week 4 Waiver Wire Picks: Essential Adds for Your Fantasy Team! 🏈 Welcome back, fantasy football fans! As we head into Week 4 of the NFL season, it's time to fine-tune your roster and make those crucial waiver wire pickups. In this video, we break down the top waiver wire targets you need to consider for your fantasy football leagu…

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4 Week 3 Stash Candidates | Fantasy Football 2024 6:52

4M ago6:52

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Send us a text Welcome back, fantasy football fans! As we move into Week 3, it’s time to think strategically about your roster. In this video, we highlight the top stash candidates you should consider adding to your bench for future success. These players may not be producing right now, but their potential could pay off as the season progresses! 🔍 …

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66. Number Twos 54:37

4M ago54:37

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There are two distinct variations on the theme of Number 2s. The first is that he is the one who sits next to the manager when he is going berserk, berating the fourth official and kicking water bottles. That number 2 is there to calm him down and offer sage advice in moments of extreme tension. However, the other number 2 is the man who himself go…

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Week 3 Start Sit | Fantasy Football 2024 8:44

4M ago8:44

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Send us a text Welcome back, fantasy football enthusiasts! It's time to make those crucial lineup decisions as we gear up for Week 3 of the NFL season. In this episode, we break down the must-start players, potential sit candidates, and key matchups that could impact your fantasy lineup! 🔍 In This Video: Must-Start Players: Our top picks for the we…

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Week 3 Buy Low / Sell High Targets | Fantasy Football 2024 10:45

5M ago10:45

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Send us a text Welcome back, fantasy football managers! As we dive into Week 3, it’s time to strategize and maximize your roster's potential. In this video, we highlight the key players you should buy low on and those you might want to sell high to capitalize on their current value. 🔍 What You’ll Learn: Buy Low Candidates: Players struggling to per…

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Week 3 Waiver Wire "So Many Injuries Who Will The Fantasy Gods Take Next" | Fantasy Football 2024 13:07

5M ago13:07

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Send us a text 🏈 Week 3 Waiver Wire Picks: Essential Adds for Your Fantasy Team! 🏈 Welcome back, fantasy football fans! As we head into Week 3 of the NFL season, it's time to fine-tune your roster and make those crucial waiver wire pickups. In this video, we break down the top waiver wire targets you need to consider for your fantasy football leagu…

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65. The One With Gary Lineker 52:23

5M ago52:23

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It’s been coming, hasn’t it? We all know that the relationship between Jon Holmes and Gary Lineker started about 45 years ago and we’ve heard many stories related by Jon about his most famous client. However here is Gary talking about himself, his career as a player and his transition into broadcasting. Together with with Colin Shindler, Paddy Barc…

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64. Formations 52:35

5M ago52:35

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We grew up with the old WM formation. Brazil won the World Cup with 4-2-4 and Alf Ramsey did the same thing with what was called the Wingless Wonders, in other words 4-3-3. After that, another “forward” was withdrawn into midfield and 4-4-2 became the standard for most teams for many years but now we have a confusing muddle of numbers, including 3-…

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63. Cheating 52:00

5M ago52:00

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We know that cheating isn’t a new phenomenon. It’s been in sport ever since the Greeks failed to provide any drug testing during the Olympic Games of 776 BC – so there’s no reason why football should be any different. In the 1950s and 1960s, promising youngsters’ parents were allegedly bribed with washing machines and other “luxury” goods by clubs …

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62. The One with Nick Hancock 45:17

5M ago45:17

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He’s best known still as the host of Jon Holmes’ supreme television creation the game show ‘They Think It’s All Over’ in which his most famous clients combined with comedians to play such legendary games as “Feel the Sportsman”. He’s a talented comedian and writer but at heart Nick Hancock would always describe himself first and foremost as a Stoke…

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61. Chairmen Vs. Owners 46:59

6M ago46:59

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This week, the panel looks at old fashioned Bob Lord style Chairmen of football clubs as against the current fashion for billionaire owners from oil rich nation states or American hedge fund managers. Bob Lord at Burnley and Joe Mears at Chelsea, Louis Edwards at Manchester United and the Hill Woods of Arsenal were all rich men but their wealth did…

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6 Old Faces New Places + Brandon Aiyuk | Fantasy Football 2024 36:05

6M ago36:05

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Send us a text 🚀 Welcome to "Old Faces, New Places" – the ultimate Fantasy Football show where we dive into free agency moves and how they will affect the players and their value in fantasy this year 📈💥 In this episode, we break down how offseason moves and player relocations are transforming fantasy football strategies. From star players finding n…

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60. Transfers 42:28

6M ago42:28

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Now, as most of our listeners will know, there was a time when there was no such thing as the Transfer Window and, as all of our listeners know, before 1961 players couldn’t earn more than the maximum wage which at the moment of its abolition that year stood at £20 a week. Therefore there was no need for a player to agitate for a move to a bigger c…

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59. We're Back Once Again (Series 3 Trailer) 3:33

6M ago3:33

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After our computer-enforced summer break Colin Shindler, Jon Holmes and Patrick Barclay return next week on Friday 9th August - just as the new football season kicks off. If you've not already done so, subscribe now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesPor Jon Holmes, Patrick Barclay, Colin Shindler, Paul Kobrak

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