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The Game

The Game

By: The Times
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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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Episodes
  • SPECIAL EPISODE: Arsenal are Champions and Pep leaves City
    May 20 2026

    What a week in English football!

    Arsenal are Champions again after a twenty two year wait.

    How did they do it, what were the key moments, who were the key players or staff and will it be the start of something bigger?

    Tom Clarke joins The Times Arsenal reporter Gary Jacob to assess a memorable night for the Gunners.

    After the break the worst kept secret in football - Pep Guardiola is set to leave Manchester City at the end of the season and be replaced by Enzo Maresca.

    The Times Chief Sports Correspondent Matt Lawton joins Tom Clarke to discuss his departure, what comes next and his legacy to the English game.


    Tom Clarke is joined by Matt Lawton and Gary Jacob


    **More on the 'Spygate' saga in tomorrows episode

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    40 mins
  • Alonso and Carrick in; will Slot or Pep be leaving?
    May 18 2026

    Xabi Alonso is in the Premier League, but not where many expected.

    As the Liverpool old boy joins Chelsea what can he expect and is it a huge positive for the Chelsea project?

    Where does the appointment leave Liverpool, the owners are wedded to Arne Slot but the fans don't seem to be.

    Man Utd look set to announce Michael Carrick on a permanent basis, what will his targets be next season?

    Pep Guardiola has a cup double to his name, but if it misses out on the league will he still be at Man City next season to try again?

    After the break the craziest final day in the SPL; who is the most underrated Premier League player and the enigma that is Neymar.


    Joining Tom Clarke are Gregor Robertson, Pete Rutzler and Jame Gheerbrant

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Is Carrick right for Man Utd? And Celtic v Hearts
    May 14 2026

    It is the best Scottish title race in years and it got even spicier last night.

    Celtic were awarded a penalty for literally the last kick of the match - they scored at took it to the final day as Hearts need only a draw at Celtic Park.

    What is the feeling in Scotland, was it ever a penalty and how will Derek McInnes' Hearts approach the game on Saturday?

    Man City took the title race to another weekend as they beat Palace...but can anyone see Arsenal dropping points?

    Why do Chelsea hate Spurs so much?

    Michael Carrick looks set to make his role permanent at Man Utd, is he the right man for the job?

    At Chelsea is Xabi alonso in pole position?

    Plus 'Spygate' and best moments of the season.


    Gregor Robertson joins Alyson Rudd, Martin Samuel and Tony Cascarino

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    57 mins
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