The Beautiful Game

Once brilliant insight and opinion on major talking points in top-level English football, sadly no more. But you can watch all the football you want on Sky Sports

January 29, 2007

Episode 2:19

A Murray mint proves hard to swallow for Middlesbrough in the FA Cup; but Premier class rules elsewhere.

Sweet 16 - but who are the winners and losers in the draw for the fifth round?

We celebrate some of the game's memorable tales of managerial mayhem

And heads you lose - the man who provoked Zinedine Zidane in the World Cup final is the butt of a violent reaction once again.

Enjoy the show (if we managed to load it this week).

Cheers,

Alex R, Noel and Chris (Alex K couldn't face it this week)

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January 15, 2007

Episode 2:18.2

A move to a distant Galaxy takes Beckham to a different footballing universe. We analyse his move to L.A, plus three star guests give their views on football’s most expensive deal.

In the Premiership, Rockin’ Robben calms the troubled waters at The Bridge - while Liverpool’s cup flops are a league apart at doomed Watford.

And will Fulham wax lyrical or get a bum rap from the American hip-hop artist masquerading as their latest signing?

Enjoy the show!

Cheers,

Alex K, MC Alex, and Noel

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Episode 2:18.1 (Beckham Special!)

We bring you three exclusive interviews with football journalists from both sides of the pond discussing David Beckham's decision to join the L.A Galaxy.

Enjoy,

TBG Lads

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January 08, 2007

Episode 2:17

It’s here we Agogo for Forest and Swansea – as the League One sides are the weekend’s giantkillers in the FA Cup

Henrik scores on his debut before Ole commits grand Larssony as United sink Villa.

We review those matches and the rest of the weekend’s ties, as well as analysing the 4th round draw.

And with the transfer window open once again, we take a look at some of the game's more unusual player moves.

Enjoy the show

Cheers,

Alex K & Noel

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January 07, 2007

Episode 2:16

You’ll Never Walk Alone – Liverpool are primed for a Sheikh, rattle and bankroll as a takeover nears completion.

Chelsea’s boys in blue prevent the Gunners from nicking the points, leaving Manchester United to steal a march in the Premiership

We talk cock and bull when it comes to club nicknames.

And West Ham’s biscuit baron proves a tough cookie by sacking manager Alan Pardew. Selfishly, he did so after we’d recorded this show. So we haven’t mentioned it. Sorry.

Enjoy the show

Cheers,

Noel, Alex R and Chris

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Episode 2:15

We're on Red alert as the two most recent FA Cup winners are drawn together in the third round.

In the Premiership, there’s a Silva lining for Arsenal after a French fracas between Wenger and Henry.

Bellamy answers his case against Wigan’s defence to help Liverpool cure their travel sickness.

And we take an in-depth look at football's furry friends.

Enjoy the show.

Cheers,

Alex K, Alex R & Noel

PS: Get well soon, Chris!

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Episode 2:14

I've started so I'll finish - Magnusson masterminds West Ham takeover.

Top draw at Old Trafford as title contenders make their point.

Anelka nicks his first goals for Bolton to leave Arsenal down and out.

And Chris comes up with the best argument yet for abolishing the licence fee, as he makes his debut as a matchday reporter on the BBC.

Enjoy the show.

Noel, Alex R and Chris

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Episode 2:13

England show some Dutch courage but sobering questions remain over the progress of the national side.

Razor-sharp Rooney blunts the Blades as Manchester United stay top of the Premiership.

It's situation Dyer for Arsenal as they slip up at home again.

And we reveal why the unluckiest team in Britain have become a model club.

Enjoy the show,

Noel and Chris

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Episode 2:12

Change for the worse - coin throwing rears its ugly head.

It's easy as 1-2-3 for Chelsea star Drogba.

McClaren is taking the Micah as England go Dutch.

And don't fly to me Argentina - the South American country reviews its border controls after finally being rid of Alex.

Enjoy the show!

Noel, Alex R and Alex K

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Episode 2:11

The Wonder of Roo - Wayne ends his goal drought in spectacular style.

That's My Goal! We look at teams who have lost more than just matches.

He's Keane but where are the goals? We name and shame this week's mis-firing Premiership star.

Enjoy the show!

Chris and Alex R

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Episode 2:10

The rocky road to Wembley is nearing its end but will its trail of woe give way to the wow factor?

Scholes enjoys his red letter day as Manchester United further undermine Liverpool's title credentials.

Defoe gets his teeth into West Ham as rejuvenated Tottenham come out biting.

And cups that don't exactly runneth over - we explore some of the most underwhelming knockout competitions in British history.

Enjoy the show!

Noel and Alex R

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Episode 2:9

Things go bump in the night for England in Croatia. What now for the so-called 'Golden Generation'?

In the Premiership, the gloves are off at the Madejski Stadium as two Chelsea goalkeepers are injured and two players are sent off.

Rooney raises Manchester United as Wigan are eaten for lunch.

And Sod's Law - we reflect on every goalkeeper's nightmare.

Enjoy the show!

Noel, Chris and Alex R

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Episode 2:8

Macedonia tame the Three Lions as England bring out the clowns. But can Steve McClaren's side have the last laugh in Croatia?

Zut Alors! Scotland the brave beat World Cup finalists France in their Euro 2008 qualifier.

We uncover the most prolific scorer of own goals to have graced the game.

And there are fashion tips from David Beckham and clothes horse Ruud van Nistelrooy.

Enjoy the show!

Noel and Alex R

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Episode 2:7

Episode 2:7

Enjoy the show!

Cheers,

Alex K, Alex R, Chris & Noel

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Episode 2:6

Lampard spots an opportunity to put Chelsea back on top.

Arsenal finally enjoy home comfort as Henry pilots their take-off at the Emirates.

We speak to the man at the BBC who dictates the play on Match of the Day.

And as the subject of bungs hits the headlines, we look back at some memorable football scams.

Enjoy the show!

Noel, Chris and Alex R

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