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

April 16, 2007

Episode 2:30

It’s the cup of plenty for Manchester United and Chelsea as they remain on a collision course in domestic and European competition - BBC pundit and former FA Cup finalist Gavin Peacock gives us his views on the weekend’s semi-finals.

Blades of Glory – Sheffield United give relegation rivals West Ham a Tonge lashing in the Premiership.

A devilishly good Arsenal take Arsene Wenger to hell and back.

And we wax lyrical about all things Brazilian (in the absence of any Romanian news).

Enjoy the show!

Cheers,

Alex K & Noel

Episode 2:30

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April 10, 2007

Episode 2:29

English supporters suffer at the hands of brute force in Europe as they discover there's no place like Rome.

It's squeaky bum time in the Premiership title race after Manchester United allow Chelsea to halve the gap.

The Addicks acquire an unbeaten habit to move out of the relegation zone.

And Tales of the Unexpected - we discuss some of football's more memorable U-turns.

Enjoy the show,

Noel and Alex R (Chris and Alex K will be back soon)

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April 02, 2007

Episode 2:28

National lampoon - Steve McClaren is brow-beaten in Barcelona as England face the unthinkable prospect of swapping Euro 2008 for a European vacation next summer.

Some forward thinking from Carlos Tevez and Darren Bent puts West Ham and Charlton within striking distance of Premiership safety.

And we boldly take our interactivity to a new level as we answer YOUR questions in Defend Your Corner and let YOU decide the winner.

Enjoy the show,

Chris & Noel (both Alexs had better things to do this week)

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March 19, 2007

Episode 2:26

We're on the Mark with the Beeb's finest - as Pougatch gives us the lowdown on England's Euro 2008 chances, while Bright talks about being the first goalscorer at the new Wembley.

In the Premiership, Ronaldo makes a dash for the title as Manchester United take the michael out of Bolton.

And from blasphemy to pornography: we reveal the eccentric club owners who take the bored out of boadroom.

Enjoy the show!

Alex K, Alex R, Chris & Noel

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March 12, 2007

Episode 2:25

The Greek gods smile on England as the Champions' League draw raises hope of an all-Premiership final in Athens.

It's the Bridge of sighs for Spurs as they blow a two-goal lead at Chelsea in the FA Cup.

There may be Treble ahead for Manchester United, who earn a replay against bogey side Boro.

And it all gets Messi at the Nou Camp on a high-profile weekend across Europe.

Enjoy the show,

Noel, Alex R, Chris and Alex K

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March 05, 2007

Episode 2:24

Johnny Come Lately - O'Shea's stoppage-time strike keeps Manchester United on course for the Premiership title

It's a Hammer horror show at Upton Park as West Ham blow more than bubbles.

We get a BBC World view on British chances in this week's European competition.

And we reveal the origins behind Brazil's yellow shirts and David James' diverse choice in books

Enjoy the show,

Noel, Alex R, Chris and Alex K

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February 26, 2007

Episode 2:23

It's the Carnage Cup final as John Terry is knocked out and three players sent off as Chelsea triumph.

Sweet Valley High - Charlton enjoy home comfort in their must-win relegation tussle but it's a miserable return for West Ham manager Alan Curbishley.

Ryan is Taylor-made to provide Wigan cheer in their relegation fight.

And we give your ears a break as we let some of our loyal listeners takeover the airways!

Enjoy the show,

Alex K, Alex R, Chris & Noel

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February 20, 2007

Episode 2:22

Liverpool's Bellamy puts a new spin on the club vs country debate.

Oh, do we have to? Man Utd & Arsenal face FA Cup replays, while Chelsea reach the last eight.

In Spain, Golden Balls sees red, while Inter leave Serie A feeling black & blue.

And move over the Johnstone's Paint Trophy..........the Champions League is back!

Enjoy the show,

Alex & Alex

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February 12, 2007

Episode 2:21

O Lame! England try to excuse their Spanish imposition as McClaren comes under some not-so friendly fire

Yanks a lot! Gillett and Hicks become the latest Americans to own a Premiership club.

Wat a result! The Hornets beat the Hammers in a relegation six-pointer.

And a team from the Far East turns London into the Wild West as China’s tour goes from sweet to sour.


Enjoy the show,

Alex K, Alex R & Noel

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February 05, 2007

Episode 2:20

The Beautiful Country faces an ugly problem: Italy vows to give the boot to football hooliganism.

It's a new chapter for Joey Barton but will England's latest recruit be brought to book by the team-mates he criticised?

Gillett, the best a fan can get: Liverpool's prospective new owner is a cut above the rest.

And with January over, was it a transfer window of opportunity or a window pain?


Enjoy the show!

Noel, Chris and Alex R

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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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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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