The Game Is About Glory (Spurs Podcast)

Steff, Milo, and Gareth look back on a satisfying day at Stratford Retail Park, reflect on Xavi's debut, analyse our emeging set-piece dominance, and run the rule on rotation. We show that we know our Gardiners from Gardens, touch base with a couple of old friends and celebrate Gareth's latest Spurs book. Oh, and THAT disallowed goal? We discuss it in detail!Buy Gareth's book - https://90sspursbook.square.site/s/shopWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Milo, Steff and Ram discuss the latest on the Lewis family's new look Tottenham, Vinai Venkatesham's interview and review the transfer windowWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo get together for an emergency pod on Daniel Levy stepping down as Spurs chairmanWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram dig into the debris of that Bournemouth match before embarking upon a pod journey which embraces everything from Super Pav to jigsaw puzzles to purple dildos! You don't believe us? Load it up and listen...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo look back at yet another win over Manchester City, the mechanics behind it, the ways Thomas' Tottenham go about their business, and we dip into the transfer news kerfuffle from last week. Remember...lads...it's Manchester...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth bask in the top top job Thomas Frank is doing at Tottenham, bask in the beauty of Richy's wondersmash, predictions for the season are offered, Milo goes over the new Premier League rules for this coming season, plus we try to fathom why the hell despicable racism still exists at football in 2025 and ponder what (beyond words) can be done to prevent it. Oh yes, we also touch on our final pre-season friendly against PSG...Kudus to us for all that, eh?!!!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff & Milo ponder the Bayern friendly, Sonny's move to LAFC, the injury to Madders and who will be our #10, plus Milo reduces the 'squad numbers game' to an easily digestible form for all of us...last week of pre-season so join us!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram find a few words to share on another quiet week at Spurs which saw us beat Arsenal 1-0 in Hong Kong, say goodbye to the mighty Sonny in Seoul, and potentially lose James Maddison for a while. So yes, not much in this episode (ahem)...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo bring you two games and a Week That Was in one pod, where we Frankly discuss everything in our day of friendlies against Wycombe and Luton, from Destiny to the Devine and Tel you our thoughts. No Sarr-casmhere, and trust us, you'll be a Porro person for not settling in and joining us in this summer Spurs Sonjourn...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo look back at the first sighting of Thomas' Tottenham in the 2-0 pre-season win at Reading. They run the (loose) rule on matters but yes, there's lyrical waxing about Kudus and Vuskovic, plus all of the week's news.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo discuss the news from the last week including the signing of Mohammed Kudus, trying to work out what is going on with Morgan Gibbs-White, where the new signings leave our squad for the Champions League, rumours of new investment in the club, Thomas Frank's coaching team, changes in the medical department, and what we can glean from the videos of preseason training.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gareth and Milo discuss sliding doors moments in our history like what would've happened if Robert Maxwell had bought Spurs or Poch had walked after the Champions League final? We also chat about our bid for Mohammed Kudus, pre-season starting, the imminent arrival of Kota Takai and all the other news.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo choose some players from our past who would most improve today's team, we ponder whether 'the old school maverick' is possible in the modern game, and we discuss the latest Spurs news. There's also brand new vocabulary being invented, and the first 'breed specific canine playing style' breakdown of a new signing!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Milo, Gareth and Ram review the squad and decides who stays, who goes, who's available at the right price and who gets loaned to Westerlo. We also discuss the weeks news including the interviews with Thomas Frank, Vinai Venkatesham and Daniel Levy and the signing of Mathys TelMilo's blog post explaining the squad situationhttps://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/tottenhams-summer-transfer-window-decoding-the-squad-rule-challenge-2/Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Gareth and Milo get together to discuss the appointment of Thomas Frank as Spurs managerWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Ram discuss Ange's sacking and reflect on what Ange brought to the club Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Gareth get together to review the 2024/25 season and give out the coveted The Game Is About Glory awards You've heard what we think, tell us who who you think should win https://forms.gle/mzxmq6nbefk1JhPf9Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo discuss Donna-Maria Cullen leaving Spurs, Ryan Mason joining West Brom, players released by the club and loads of other news and gossipWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A compilation episode containing all of our discussions on the knockout rounds from this season's victorious Europa League campaign.Running order00.00.00 - Intro00.00.46 - AZ Alkmaar (A)00.23.14 - AZ Alkmaar (H)00.50.10 - Eintracht Frankfurt (H)01.07.09 - Eintracht Frankfurt (A)01.36.46 - Bodø/Glimt (H)02.06.48 - Bodø/Glimt (A)Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A compilation episode containing all of our discussions on the group stage games from this season's victorious Europa League campaign.Running order00.00.00 - Intro00.01.07 - Qarabag00.15.35 - Ferencvaros00.39.42 - AZ Alkmaar00.51.41 - Galatasaray01.05.26 - Roma01.15.00 - Glasgow Rangers01.29.28 - Hoffenheim01.49.49 - ElfsborgWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Ram, and Milo round off this most glorious of weeks with love, excitement, exhaustion, contemplation, joy, indignance, admiration, pontification, more joy, overwhelment, nudity, swearing, more joy and declarations. We are WINNERS again!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Milo and Steff get together to chat about Spurs winning the Europa League and being absolutely f*cking brilliant when it absolutely mattered. Steff is calling in from a bar stock room, so the sound quality ain't great but the vibes are impeccable Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth talk about...well it's pretty f*%king clear what! Wednesday. In Bilbao. Thoughts, emotions, and reasons to be cheerful 1-2-3. They also do the hard yards and discuss the Villa match. By the end of the pod you will fully understand what it is to love with fearless passion (or something like that)!...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram continue to bathe and bask in Bodo glory, look slightly ahead to Bilbao, and spend some time on the Palace pre-EuropaCup Final training session at the Lane. There's also an appearance by one half of Derek & Clive, plus Milo states who deserves a low level jolt of electricity whenever they commit a crime against the game. With all this 'amazing content' what more could you ask for?!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Gareth and Milo get together to bask in a wonderful night in Bodo and celebrate Spurs booking a place in the Europa League FinalWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff & Milo go for good old fashioned ramble and stroll through the wasteland that is the Stratford Carpet Warehouse, reflect on a fantastic night against Bodø/Glimt in the first-leg of the Europa League semi-final, preview the second leg, show our appreciation for Norway, and compare James Maddison to Steff's totemic and Maine Coon cat, Bubbles. Milo, meanwhile, expresses what he'd do to leakers!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth discuss expectations vs realities, pooformances vs the importance of not wallowing in them, hopes, dreams, the importance of moving on with air-fresheners, class A drugs and Gareth delivers a superb 90s corner which frankly stands as an educationWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo crash the mics to throw down an instant reaction to the defeat against Forest. Steff goes wandering all over the place, Milo pulls it back into shape, and the conclusions are both honest and heartfelt. Maybe you'll feel the same; you won't know until you join us...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo give you something for the weekend, as we catch up for an impromptu pod about our fantastic night in Frankfurt which sees us through to the semi-finals of the Europa League Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram look into the latest Tottenham trials, tribulations and tumult, with analysis of the good (Eintracht Frankfurt), the bad (Wolves), and the ugly (err, that's Wolves again). There is also thought given to our incoming CEO, and the beam of light which is Lucas Bergvall. We also review our own performance as a pod during this bizarre season as TGIAG eyes a trophy!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram discuss the matches against Southampton and Chelsea, Postecoglou pressers, bike chains and momentum, as well as having our best VAR discussion yet. Tim Sherwood - the artist and sculptor - is also quoted. In you go!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo discuss the career, and Spurs ascension, of Djed Spence through the lens of his recent interview with Rio Ferdinand. It ends up being a wide-ranging discussion about several important aspects of a young footballer's career, including how managers handle such talent. There is also an impromptu dip into how the transfer window should be conducted, and the promise of a nostalgic summer pod is made for all to hear.Djed Spence on Rio Ferdinand Presents - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZwvtuAk4TIWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth enjoy some warm vibes with the legends vs Milan, we visit the third instalment of out What Happened Next series where we look into the post-Spurs careers of former players (this instalment features Tom Carroll, Pascal Chimbonda, and Christian Eriksen) and there's a further brief segment on a former player which might get your engines revving.What Happened Next Pt 1https://shows.acast.com/the-game-is-about-glory/episodes/what-happened-nextWhat Happened Next Pt 2https://shows.acast.com/the-game-is-about-glory/episodes/what-happened-next-pt-2Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo look back to another topsy-turvey Tottenham week as the highs of Alkmaar are balanced by defeat to Fulham. There's humour, metaphors, existentialism, recognition of frustration, brave attempts to pronounce Bergvall properly, recognition of how glorious our first-choice CBs are, PLUS a formal declaration that our season essentially hinges on 5 games IF we can knock out the first two of those! It all makes sense...honest guv!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo and Gareth look back at the Bournemouth 2-2 draw and the Europa League first-leg defeat at AZ Alkmaar. We look at the good (Vicario and Bergvall), the bad (not showing up in the Netherlands), and the ugly (our season has essentially come down to one very tough game as a consequence). We also re-visit The Sad Tale of Mabbutt's Knee, and reflect on Alan Pardew's finest (?) moment in a Spurs shirt. Hmmm...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo look back into the mists of time (last Wednesday) at the home game against Man City and run the rule over our loanees so far this season. We also pontificate on the importance of variety when having breakfast, and draw attention to how things have officially gone batty at the Training Centre. No, honestly...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth look back at the 4-1 away win over Ipswich, run the rule on our returning players, and bask in the productivity of refreshed Son & Johnson. We also preview how the Europa League now looks, AND how could we not enjoy a little schadenfreude as we reflect on the loud choking sounds drifting from the vicinity of that waste disposal estate in Ashburton Grove.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth reflect on the 1-0 win over Man Utd at home, the return of a few welcome faces and their Vic-torius contributions, Milo comes up with another platitude for Djed Spence, we discuss DJ Whiteman, and we also find ourselves getting a bit existential about the latest take-over rumours floating about. Oh, and always remember...lads, it's United.Some Alfie Whiteman mixes https://www.nts.live/shows/alfie-whitemanWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Ram and Milo discuss our losses away at Aston Villa and Liverpool and review our January transfer windowWebsite: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo look back at two wins and two clean sheets against Elfsborg and Brentford. Whiskey is had in celebration, an impromptu academy pod is dipped into by proxy, Milo reveals the true scope of his Djed Spence appreciation, and an enthusiastic Steff (fueled by the grain) challenges Milo's editing skills. How wonderful it is to finally enjoy a week like this! Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth just go there. We're 26 days into the transfer window. What is going wrong at Tottenham Hotspur? Why is it going wrong? And what could put it right? We determine how many years AFTER Peep Show Callum Olusesi was born and visit Gareth's 90s corner. Because this is where we are.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram dive into the pain. Another defeat (at Everton), more injuries, angst within both Ange and the fanbase, it's all real, it's all understandable, and we do our best to get into it.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well, we discussed an emergency pod, and Christ, if ever one is needed, it is after a midweek NLD defeat, so Steff and Milo talk it through and hopefully their therapy session will also help you.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth look back at a week of clean sheets, cup progress, our love of all things fresh and Kinsky, why we love a Gray day, the continuing glory of Djedemption, and the immense talent that is Lucas Bergvall. Plus Milo gets all dreamy about some fashionable Djedwear! From beating the best team in Europe to toppling Tamworth (after extra time) 'tis simply another week at THFC!Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram celebrate TGIAG's 4th birthday, reflect on our moral victory against Newcastle, deep dive into the current squad situation and what it means for potential January incomings, and we get our Kinsky boots on!Milo's blog post on the squad rules and how much wriggle room we have for new signingshttps://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/the-january-transfer-window-a-tightrope-walk-for-spurs/Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram go into the fatigue zone breaking apart two more games (Wolves home and Forest away) in our Dickensian crawl through deep Midwinter, with injuries enveloping our valiant players like unwanted shitty polyester blankets, and the only truth being can we - as a football club - physically put one foot in front of the other. No weirdo diet or kitchen metaphors, just honest conversation about the state of the Spurs union.Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo reflect on 16 goals over two games, the importance of staying the course when you have a plan, and why words matter. There are also more culinary metaphors and some festive drinks suggestions. You know us, it's never dull...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Ram reflect on a resounding 5-0 thumping of Southampton, delight in this affirmation of Angeball, contemplate why we sell all our long-haired legends to Real Madrid, and shower praise on Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall AND Djed Spence...we have a laugh with this week's episode so join us!Buy Gareth's book!https://90sspursbook.square.site/Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff, Milo, and Gareth tear up the script and go all-in on a Spurs 'state of the nation' style discussion. We analyse the current situation we find ourselves in, from injuries to operations, we offer reasons not excuses, we discuss patience in the storm, Milo sings a bit, Steff pulls out possibly his weirdest metaphor yet, and Gareth offers an overview on Anthony Taylor. It's loose, it's tight, it's emotional, it's rational, it's Tottenham Hotspur incarnate...Buy Gareth's book!https://90sspursbook.square.site/Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gareth and Milo discuss our draws against Fulham and Roma and ask whether a packed fixture list and our injuries are taking their toll on our football. Buy Gareth's book!https://90sspursbook.square.site/Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steff and Milo ponder the question, "Can we play you every week?!!" as we reflect on our latest thrashing of Man City at the 'impregnable' (smirk) Etihad Stadium. Reflect? It's the best damn breakdown of a thrashing you'll hear! In you go...Website: https://thegameisaboutglory.co.uk/Bluesky: @thegameisaboutglory.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.