The Game
The thinking fan's football podcast, providing previews and reviews of all the action - every Monday and Thursday.
Listen to the best of The Times and The Sunday Times journalists as they cover the biggest sport on the planet; from winners to losers, who's in and out on the transfer roundabout, tactical developments, data analysis and the dreaded VAR.
Hosted by Tom Clarke and Gregor Robertson alongside special guest appearances, the team bring you the latest on the Premier League and the EFL, as well as a front-row seat to international tournaments including the Champions League, European Championships and World Cups.
We know football isn't life and death. It's much more serious than that.
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- Update frequency
- every 2 days
- Average duration
- 48 minutes
- Episodes
- 1226
- Years Active
- 2010 - 2025
Nuno Gone, Conte Incoming?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd.
Nuno Espírito Santo has left Tottenham after just ten Premier League matches in charge. What went wrong, was it the right ti…
Remembering Walter Smith
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Jonathan Northcroft.
Walter Smith sadly passed away this week aged 73. We remember the former Rangers, Everton and Scotland manager (00:0…
Harry Maguire Is Not A Leader
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke, Paul Hirst and Alyson Rudd.
Manchester United have suffered the most embarrassing loss in their Premier League history - but is Ole Gunnar S…
Comebacks And Fresh Starts
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Ian Hawkey.
Manchester United looked to be heading to a Champions League defeat before a remarkable comeback win - but are the cracks jus…
New Owners, New Enthusiasm, Same Result
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Roddy and Alyson Rudd.
Newcastle’s new chapter on the pitch has started, but things need some serious work to match the owners’ ambition. The Times’…
Was Southgate's Experiment Worth It?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Jonathan Northcroft.
England ended the International break in lacklustre fashion at Wembley. Was it a mistake for Gareth Southgate to exp…
Hugh's Andorran Adventure
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd.
We’re lucky to have Hugh after his comical trip to Andorra for the England game. Thankfully, he’s back to tell the tale and …
Is Mike Ashley Finally Out?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Roddy and Tom Clarke.
Newcastle United could very soon be the richest club in the world as the Saudi-backed takeover appears to be close to completi…
If Only City Had a Centre Forward
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Alyson Rudd and Paul Hirst.
Liverpool and Manchester City played a cagey first half, followed by a wild second at Anfield. Would City have taken all thr…
Will Former Players Make Better Referees?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson and Ian Hawkey.
Chelsea left Turin disappointed after a 1-0 loss at the hands of Juventus. Did they miss Mason Mount and why couldn’t Romelu Lukaku get i…
Huge Results & Hot-Legging
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Alyson Rudd and Tom Roddy.
Arsenal and Spurs are going in opposite directions after Mikel Arteta’s side came out of the North London derby 3-1 winners. …
Don't Bash The League Cup!
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson and Jonathan Northcroft.
Nuno returned to Molineux and left with a Carabao Cup victory over his former side. Pep Guardiola can’t make his mind up if he l…
Goodbye Greavsie
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Alyson Rudd and Tom Roddy.
We begin by celebrating the life and career of Jimmy Greaves, who sadly passed away on Sunday aged 81. From 1966 World Cup he…
SPECIAL: Newcastle United - Is There Any Hope At St James' Park?
The Times' North East Reporter Martin Hardy joins Hugh Woozencroft and Gregor Robertson to look into the current situation at Newcastle United. At the time of publishing, they sit second bottom of th…
Henderson Saves The Day At Anfield
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Paul Joyce.
Liverpool nearly started their European campaign off poorly, but Jordan Henderson saved the day at Anfield. How important is …
He Was Always Going To Score, Wasn't He?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson and Alyson Rudd.
Cristiano scored twice on his return to Old Trafford. Has he silenced the doubters and does he have special powers at the club? (00:00)
W…
Is Biennial The Way Forward?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Clarke and Alyson Rudd.
England ended the international break with seven points from nine, something Gareth Southgate sees as a success - but did th…
Is Bellingham The Future of English Football?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Matt Lawton and Henry Winter.
England have recorded back-to-back wins in World Cup qualifiers. The last game saw Jesse Lingard and Trent Alexander-Arnol…
Hey, Big Spenders!
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Tom Roddy and Jonathan Northcroft.
Premier League clubs spent £1.1bn in the summer transfer window. Is this responsible given the current state or the w…
Do We Still Trust The Process?
Hugh Woozencroft is joined by Gregor Robertson, Alyson Rudd, Tom Clarke and Henry Winter.
Ronaldo is back! Was CR7 actually ever close to signing for Manchester City? His arrival means some of the you…