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It's a bit of a departure from the normal Brunton Bugle fare this week, as we go international to look ahead to this summer's World Cup in USA, Mexico and Canada!The lads cover a variety of topics - from CUFC connections to past World Cups, to the former Blues representing the Three Lions at this year's tournament! We also look at England's hopes, the rest of the teams travelling to North America and a bit on our favourite World Cup memories.There's also a quick update on any CUFC news - keep an eye out for more episodes across the summer! Lots discussed in this episode, including:

It only took 25 days, but United have finally given an update on the Head Coach situation at Brunton Park and it's all change for the 26/27 season - Mark Hughes departs by mutual consent, with former Gateshead and Crawley boss Rob Elliot stepping into the hotseat.While it took a while, the clarity is clearly much appreicated from the Blues support. We take the time to look back on Sparky's time in charge of the club and the impact he had on stopping the decline and discuss what the new man in charge might bring that can help us get back into the EFL.Lots discussed in this episode, including:⚡️ Sparky Departure - What is his legacy?

So we're twelve days on from the play-off semi-final defeat to Boreham Wood and we're still none-the-wiser on who will be the manager next season. As it stands, Mark Hughes' rolling contract remains in place but the club nor the manager himself have yet to confirm this - is it time for an update?!While the manager's future is still unclear, the retained list is now out and it's pretty much as expected, bar one surprise departure (and one unexpected professional contract we weren't aware of!). We look back at the main news from BP this week and also discuss where United need to strengthen and who they could target to fill those roles...Lots discussed in this episode, including:⚡️ Manager Update

There'll be no trip to Wembley this year for United as their promotion dream came crashing down at Brunton Park on Sunday, with Boreham Wood securing their place in the final with a 2-1 extra-time win.With another season in the National League now confirmed, we ask the question - what next? Should Mark Hughes stay as manager? If not, who replaces him? Which players should be kept in the retained list? And we discuss some of your thoughts on the key performers (and underperformers) across the campaign.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

A glorious day in the sun and a perfect end to the regular season for United - a 3-0 win over already relegated Brackley, game time for squad players and no new injuries. Perfect preperation for the drama of the play-offs!With United set to face Boreham Wood this weekend infront of an almost sell-out crowd at Brunton Park, can they get their first win over the Wood this season and progress to Wembley and be 90 minutes away from an instant return to the EFL?We look back on the win over the Saints, before looking ahead to a massive game this Sunday against Boreham Wood.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

United's longest ever domestic away trip ended in a win - but it certainly wasn't a a classic as they beat Truro City 1-0 at the weekend and picked up three points that secure third place and a home-tie in the play-off semi-finals.Almost 900 Blues enjoyed the long trip south and a great weekend in the Cornish sunshine - maybe the less said about the actual football the better?!We look back on that win over the Tinners before previewing the end of regular season dead-rubber fixture against Brackley Town this weekend.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

Dan is back on the pod for the first time in a while and what better time to do it than ahead of one of the most anticipated away league fixtures United have played in a long time.First, we take a look back on the routine 3-0 win over Sutton United at Brunton Park which leaves United needing just one more win to secure third place and go straight into the play-off semi-finals.Can they get those three points this weekend? Almost 900 members of the Blue Army will be making the journey south for United's first ever fixture in Cornwall, to take on already relegated Truro City.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

A pair of entertaining draws against Gateshead and Morecambe over Easter could have put a huge dent in United's hopes to finish in third place and go straight into the play-off semi-finals, but two contrasting results for Boreham Wood mean the gap only shortened by one point, and with three games left to go, that five-point gap means United remain in the best position to gain home advantage in early May.The first of those three games comes this weekend against Sutton United - a side United still haven't beaten, can they end the hoodoo against the Londoners this weekend?We look back on the games against the Heed and Shrimps, before previewing the visit of the U's to Brunton Park.Lots discussed in this episode, including:⚫ Gateshead draw review

Join Dave, Steely and Mickey as the lads look back at a brilliant weekend for Gateshead FC.It started with a hard-fought 0-0 draw away at Carlisle United, followed by a massive 2-0 win over Scunthorpe United at the International Stadium — momentum is building at just the right time! ⚽We're also joined by a special guest, Gateshead FC Director Craig Whitehouse, who joins the lads for a chat about all things Heed

Something a little bit different this Easter Weekend - a bonus episode! Instead of packaging our usual "Behind Enemy Lines" chat with an opposition fan into the main episode, we've done it as an extended stand alone, and it's a really good one (if I do say so myself!).This week, we're chatting with Dave Salmon, Morecambe FC commentator for Beyond Radio and a fan of the Shrimps for more years than he cares to remember! Plenty discussed with Dave ahead of the bank holiday clash, including whether the appointment of Jim Bentley came too late to give them a decent chance of survival, their slap-dash transfer approach this season and some of the links between the two teams in each squad.Host: Lee Rooney (@leerooney)-------------------Find us on X (@bruntonbugle), Facebook (search for "Brunton Bugle") and Instagram (@bruntonbugle)You can email us with any questions, suggestions and feedback at bruntonbugle@gmail.com.-----------------We're delighted to confirm that the Carlisle United Supporters Trust (CUST) will be sponsoring the Brunton Bugle once again this season.CUST, formed originally in 2001 as CCUIST and later known as CUOSC, is the supporters' trust for Carlisle United. They are a community benefit society, with a one member-one vote democratic structure. They currently have 10% voting control of the club's holding company CUFC Holdings Ltd and are members of the Football Supporters' Association (FSA).You can find out more about the Supporters Trust and how to join on their website www.cust.org.uk, or you can contact them on X at @CUFCTrustAs part of this sponsorship, we'll be working closely with the Trust to provide some additional content this season – keep an eye out for these episodes soon!-----------------We've had a few people asking how they can contribute financially towards the pod over the last few seasons - we do this podcast because we love our club and are happy to do it for free, but if you'd like to make a contribution that can help towards hosting, online studio or equipment costs, we would be extremely grateful.It would go a long way to help us keep providing content for the Blues fanbase across the world for the 2025-26 season!You can now do this on our Ko-Fi page - ko-fi.com/bruntonbugle. Any donation is really appreciated! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While it certainly wasn't a classic, United's 2-1 win at Braintree Town does mean that they will now officially extend their season into the play-offs - and with Boreham Wood only drawing at Truro, third place is looking more secure than ever.With a top 7 finish now guaranteed, it's all steam ahead for that route straight into the play-off semi-finals, starting this weekend with a double-header against two of this season's strugglers, Gateshead and Morecambe - although one of them is in a fair bit better form than the other right now.No Behind Enemy Lines this week, because you're getting it as a bonus stand alone episode on Sunday instead, as we catch up with Morecambe FC commentator Dave Salmon.We look back on the win in Essex before previewing the Easter Weekend fixtures. Lots discussed in this episode, including:

Join Dave, Steely and Mickey as the lads celebrate a massive 2-1 victory over Yeovil Town, a result that sees Gateshead FC climb five points clear of the drop zone in the Enterprise National League!⚽ Goals from Mark Beck and Keaton Ward seal a huge three points — and the lads are here to break it all down.Also in this episode:

A miserable evening in West Yorkshire saw United dig in and come away with another valuable three points, completing the double over Halifax and keeping a tight grip on third place, despite the best intentions of Boreham Wood.Next up for the Blues is a trip south to face Braintree - can United secure another double this season and contine to hold on to that home advantage for the play-offs?We look back on the dogged 1-0 win over the Shaymen before previewing the game against the struggling Iron.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

A perfect response from United after the disappointment of defeat at tamworth as they come from behind to hammer in-form Boston 6-2 at Brunton Park - can this be the start of a successful run-in to build up form for the play-offs?The next test for the Blues is a midweek trip to play-off hopefuls Halifax Town, as Sparky's lads look to cement their grip on third place in the table.We look back on the comfortable win over Boston United, before previewing the journey to Yorkshire to face the Shaymen.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

It seems this season that when United lose a game, it's on the back of a turgid performance - and this one was no different, as part-timers Tamworth ran-out deserved winners at The Lamb Ground last weekend.The Blues barely turned up against the Lambs and while it wasn't quite a slaughter, it needs to act as a wake-up call as they look to try and secure third place and enter the play-offs in good form.We look back on the 2-1 loss in Staffordshire, before looking ahead to a game at Brunton Park against a rejuvinated Boston United side - one of the real form teams in the divison right now. Lots discussed in this episode, including:

A couple of contrasting performances for United in the space of a few days - the win at Aldershot in midweek a great example of how to defend a half-time 2-0 lead, the draw with Southend at the weekend... less so.All-in all, the Blues remain secure in third place for now and will be looking to continue that this weekend at Tamworth. Will the artificial surface play a part? Has the ground improved since we went there over 20 years ago? And more importantly, is "tonk" an actual word?We look back on the 2-2 draw with the Shrimpers and the 2-0 win at the Shots, before previewing this weekend's trip to the Midlands to face the Lambs.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

As we've said many times this season, it wasn't a game for the purists at the weekend but most importantly, it was back to winning ways for United as they had a relatively comfortable afternoon on the south coast, with a 2-1 victory at Eastleigh.Up next is United's last game this season against a side in the (current) top 7, as Southend make the long journey north for what is promising to be a bumper crowd for the evening kick-off. Can United complete another double and really cement third place in the table?Lots discussed in this episode, including:

A bump back down to earth? More like a crash-landing for the Blues on the North Sea coast as they are well beaten by play-off chasing Hartlepool, nipping in the bud any of those little glimmers of hope people were building for a potential late top-spot push. Can United bounce back straight away and keep a tight grip on third place?We look back on the 3-1 loss to the Monkey Hangers, before previewing this weekend's trip to the south coast to take on Eastleigh.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

A comfortable afternoon's work for United sees them easily beat Yeovil and open up a decent gap to fourth place - but can they keep in touch with the top two and hope for some major slip-ups?We look back on the 3-0 win over the Glovers before we preview the midweek trip over the north east to take on Hartlepool United and their collapsing away end seats.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

Dan makes his first appearance on the pod of 2026 and what at time to do it - an excellent week for United as they pick up two wins, complete two doubles, six points added and six goals scored! (let's ignore the three conceded for now!). The win over FGR puts United firmly in pole position to secure that vital third place in the league... but could they go one or two better?!We look back on the 3-1 win over Robbie Savage's Vegans before looking ahead to this weekend's fixture against struggling Yeovil Town at Brunton Park. Can the Blues make it three wins in a row?Lots discussed in this episode, including:

After the cautious approach at Rochdale at the weekend, it was a bit more front-foot for United in midweek and it paid dividends as they ran out 3-2 winners over Scunthorpe, three points that could be vital in the battle for third place come the end of the season.With that game out of the way, all focus now is on the trip south to face Forest Green Rovers - another fixture that could be pivotal in the attempts to avoid an extra game in the play-offs could the end of the campaign.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

A tight-encounter at Spotland sees high-flying Rochdale come out the winners and keep their grip on top spot - for United, it looks like play-offs or bust this season with 16 games left to play.We look back on the 1-0 defeat to Dale at the weekend, before previewing the huge midweek clash with Scunthorpe at Brunton Park, where third will face fourth in a battle that could go some way to earning a place directly into the play-off semi-finals come the end of the season.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

A routine win for United at Brunton Park ahead of a tricky run of fixtures - and an even bigger positive, Charlie Wyke back on the pitch after almost 16 months out!It was pretty straight forward for the Blues against Alty last weekend, but with Rochdale, Scunthorpe and Forest Green all coming up in the space of 8 days, are they ready to face a potentially season-defining week of fixtures? We look ahead to the first of those fixtures at Spotland this weekend.Note - apologies, we had some technical issues early in the episode recording, but these should be ironed out now!Lots discussed in this episode, including:

United's title hopes were given a stark reality check last time out as a ruthless York City side continued their march towards a 100 goal season by winning 3-0 at Brunton Park - is it time to accept top spot is out of reach, or can the Blues turn things around for the run-in?We take a look back at the sobering defeat to the Minstermen last time out, before looking ahead to Altrincham's first ever visit to Brunton Park this weekend as the Blues look to bounce back ahead of a tough run of fixtures.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

Big Georgie Kelly gets his first hat-trick for the Blues, but it's still not enough to secure all three points as a very rare Gabe Breeze clanger gifts Solihull a late equaliser and denies United the chance to move into top spot in the division.But they get another chance to go into first place in midweek and what a game to do it in, as last season's runners up and this season's free-scorers York City come to Brunton Park for what looks set to be a hum-dinger of a fixture. Can United avenge the hammering in Yorkshire earlier this season?Lots discussed in this episode, including:

A major incident has been declared as disruption to water supplies has forced some Kent schools to close.Homes and businesses in areas including Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone and Canterbury have been affected. Hear from a Pembury resident who didn't have water over the weekend.Also in today's podcast, bosses in Medway could be pushed into using exceptional financial support from the government after their funding increase wasn't as big as expected.Under the new Fair Funding Settlement, the council anticipated a significant increase, but the provisional one still leaves a shortfall of almost £8 million.A mum from Tunbridge Wells whose son has Spinal Muscular Atrophy is backing calls from Jesy Nelson for earlier screening.The Little Mix star's seven-month old twin girls have been diagnosed with the condition - which affects breathing, swallowing and muscle control.A Kent MP says plans to change the criminal justice system are essential for victims, defendants and the people who work in it.Most recent stats show a backlog of around 80,000 crown court cases in England. We've been speaking to Chatham and Aylesford's Tris Osborne.A former Kent soldier has spoken to the podcast for the first time since completing a challenge to climb the seven highest peaks on all seven continents.Hari Budha Magar lost his legs while serving in Afghanistan and uses specially adapted prosthetics.And in sport, Chatham Town are through to the fifth round of the FA Trophy.It's the first time they've reached this stage of the competition and follows a 1-0 victory over National League side Carlisle United. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's three wins and three clean sheets in a row for Untied as they comfortably see off Wealdstone to go top of the table on an ice-affected day in the National League - is consistent and steady performances going to be the key to United gaining promotion this season?We look back on the 2-0 win over the Stones before previewing this weekend's long trip south to Kent to take on Isthmian League side Chatham Town in the FA Trophy Fourth Round. Lots discussed in this episode, including:

Two wins, two clean sheets, four goal scored and six points picked up over the Christmas week... and yet, there's still a level of disquiet at performances amongst the support. Is picking up two points a game on average enough, or is entertaining the crowd just as important this season?We look back on the wins over Gateshead and Morecambe, before previewing the first fixture of 2026 as Wealdstone make their first ever trip to Brunton Park.Lots discussed in this episode, including:⚫ Gateshead win reviewed

It's two defeats in a row for Untied in the league as they're comfortably beaten 2-0 at fellow promotion hopefuls Boreham Wood - is it time for panic stations or is it just a blip?There's an opportunity for the Blues to get back on track in the Christmas week as they face consecutive fixtures against bottom four sides, where nothing less than six points will be considered a disappointing outcome.We look back on the loss in Hertfordshire before previewing the final two fixtures of 2025.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

United's unbeaten run ends on nine games as in-form Woking leave Brunton Park with all three points in a disappointing performance - but it's progress in the FA Trophy as seventh-tier Harborough Town are seen-off in the third round with a 2-1 win.Can United bounce back in the National League against fellow promotion hopefuls Boreham Wood this weekend? We look back on the previous two games before previewing the trip to Hertfordshire on Sunday.Lots discussed in this episode, including:♦️ Woking (H) Review

United's "Road to Wembley" via the FA Cup has ended for yet another season, as they were beaten 4-1 at Blackpool at the weekend - despite the scoreline, the Blues gave a decent account of themselves against a League One side once again this season.While the route to the national stadium via the FA Cup has closed, the FA Trophy journey begins this weekend - with a first ever visit to Harborough Town and a role reversal of United's cup ties across the rest of the season. Can we avoid a potential banana skin against the promotion-chasing Southern League Premier Division Central side.Before that though, in-form Woking are the opponents at Brunton Park in the National League - both sides are unbeaten in nine league games, will something give or should we expect a stalemate?Lots discussed in this episode, including:

It's Monday 8th December 2025 and in this evening's show we go over yesterday's thumping victory over Carlisle United in front of the TNT TV cameras, as Blackpool progressed to the third round of the FA Cup over Mark Hughes' Cumbrians. We also react to the Cup draw which was made earlier and look ahead to a big league game away at Rotherham tomorrow on Wednesday night and Lincoln at home on Saturday. And the less said about Harrogate, the better. AUDIO PODCASTYou can listen to the audio (enhanced quality) version of the podcast ‘in your ears' by clicking this link https://podfollow.com/seasiders-podcast or from all good podcast listening apps.VIDEO PODCASTWatch all video podcast on our YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@seasiderspodPATREONIf you would like to help support our show, say thanks for the pods and help us pay for software, hosting, equipment, etc., please consider joining our Patreon supporter program at: https://www.patreon.com/seasiderspod And in return for your generous patronage, you'll get a Seasiders Podcast premium pass. This gives you all the podcasts ad-free, exclusive patron-only content and access to our private patron WhatsApp group containing us and all other patrons.You can follow and listen to the pod on these platforms:https://x.com/seasiderspodhttps://www.seasiderspodcast.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/seasiderspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kelly Cates and a range of guests react to the World Cup draw!Dion Dublin, Ian Dennis & Don Hutchinson reflect on England drawing Croatia, Ghana & Panama, before we hear from manager Thomas Tuchel from Washington.Pat Nevin joins the pod to discuss Scotland drawing Brazil, Morocco & Haiti, as does Scotland striker Lyndon Dykes! We then hear from Scotland boss Steve Clarke.Julien Laurens joins the pod to look at France's potential 'Group of Death', plus how the rest of Europe's top nations may fair. We hear from Cape Verde player Roberto Lopes as they head to the World Cup for the first time, and John Bennett provides insight into the rest of Africa's nations, plus Oceania too. Tim Vickery joins us as we delve deep into Brazil, Argentina and the rest of South America.And finally we hear from correspondent John Murray, having attended a delayed, but bonkers World Cup draw!Timecodes:06:26 England group reaction 13:10 Thomas Tuchel interview 16:55 Scotland group reaction 20:55 Lyndon Dykes joins the pod 28:33 Steve Clarke interview 31:20 The rest of Europe 43:30 Cape Verde's Lopes joins the pod 48:43 The rest of Africa & Oceania too 50:26 South America chat 55:40 John Murray rounds up the drawCommentaries this weekend:Saturday 6th December PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Chelsea 1500 KO - 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Brentford 1500 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 PREMIER LEAGUE: Leeds v Liverpool 1730 KO - 5 LIVE FA CUP: Chelmsford City v West-super-Mare 1500 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 2 FA CUP: Sutton United v Shrewsbury 1715 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Chesterfield v Doncaster Rovers 1930 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 WSL: Arsenal v Liverpool 1200 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3Sunday 7th December PREMIER LEAGUE: Brighton v West Ham 1400 KO - SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Crystal Palace 1630 KO - 5 LIVE FA CUP: Slough Town v Macclesfield 1230 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Gateshead v Walsall 1530 KO - SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Blackpool v Carlisle United 1730 KO - SPORTS EXTRA

Was Lewandowski's penalty for Barcelona against Atletico his worst ever? And what's your five-a-side team of famous footballing sons? John Bennett is joined by Guillem Balague, Raphael Honigstein & Julien Laurens to answer those questions, they also discuss; the situation at Nice where Terem Moffi and Jérémie Boga have both been placed on sick leave after being confronted by supporters following their latest defeat, and Barcelona granting Ronald Araujo an indefinite leave after a request of absence. John Murray joins the pod from Washington ahead of the World Cup Draw. Portuguese football writer Ines Braga Sampaio explains the situation facing Boavista after administrators formally requested the club's closure amidst rising debts. Tom Bogert looks ahead to Messi v Muller in the MLS cup Final, and we hear from Inter Miami's President of Business Operations Xavier Asensi, one of the key players in bringing Lionel Messi to Major League Soccer. 00:20 – World Cup Draw 07:48 – Nice players confronted by Fans 12:23 – Barcelona's win over Atletico and Lewandowski's awful penalty 17:28 – Araujo's absence 22:10 – Another setback for Trent Alexander-Arnold in Madrid 26:57 – Football's famous sons 33:17 – Boavista on the brink 40:24 – Messi v Muller in the MLS Cup FinalCommentaries: Friday 5th December FA CUP: Salford City v Leyton Orient 1930 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3Saturday 6th December PREMIER LEAGUE: Bournemouth v Chelsea 1500 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE: Spurs v Brentford 1500 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 PREMIER LEAGUE: Leeds v Liverpool 1730 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE FA CUP: Chelmsford City v West-super-Mare 1500 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 2 FA CUP: Sutton United v Shrewsbury 1715 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Chesterfield v Doncaster Rovers 1930 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 WSL: Arsenal v Liverpool 1200 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3Sunday 7th December PREMIER LEAGUE: Brighton v West Ham 1400 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA PREMIER LEAGUE: Fulham v Crystal Palace 1630 KO - LIVE ON 5 LIVE FA CUP: Slough Town v Macclesfield 1230 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Gateshead v Walsall 1530 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA 3 FA CUP: Blackpool v Carlisle United 1730 KO - LIVE ON SPORTS EXTRA

Georgie Kelly is back in the goals, Breeze is saving from the spot and United are still keeping pace at the top of the league with leaders Rochdale - it's 11 games unbeaten now, can United maintain this run in the push for promotion back to the EFL?This weekend, it's a break from league action as the Blues travel to the Lancashire seaside to face League One side Blackpool - can they cause another cup upset and potentially earn a tie against a Premier League side in the Third Round?Lots discussed in this episode, including:

United's unbeaten run stretches to ten in all competitions as they grab a win at Boston thanks to Macadam's late strike - it wasn't pretty, but Harvey's brace was enough to secure all three points and keep the pressure on Rochdale at the top.We look back on the hard-fought 2-1 win at Boston United, before previewing the visit of Tamworth to Brunton Park this weekend.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

Dan's back on the pod for the first time in a long time but unfortunately, it's not a win for him to discuss, as the Blues are forced to settle for a point at home against Eastleigh infront of the biggest crowd in the National League so far this season.We look back on the 1-1 draw with the Spitfires before previewing the long trip over to the East Coast to face Boston United on Saturday evening. Can United get back to winning ways and extend their unbeaten run to ten games in all competitions?Lots discussed in this episode, including:

It's six-games unbeaten in the league for the Blues as they continue to sit top of the National League table - with a more favourable looking run of fixtures going into the new year, can they remain in pole position for a quick return to the EFL?We look back on the excellent 2-1 win at Southend United, before previewing the bumper 10k Brunton Park crowd (fingers crossed!) for the visit of Eastleigh.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

Mike is back on the pod for the first time in a while and he's already trying to claim an assist for Junior Luamba's brace in midweek - the cheek of it! The 2-0 win over Halifax sends the Blues top as Rochdale's game against Scunthorpe fell victim to the weather - can United remain there from this point onwards though?To do so, they'll need to see off fellow promotion hopefuls Southend United at the weekend, as the Blues travel to Roots Hall in the live DAZN and TikTok (yes, TikTok) Saturday evening fixture - it's got all the hallmarks of a potential classic.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

A remarkable win for United and a remarkable sub appearance for Regan Linney at the weekend, as his injury and extra time hat-trick secures a 3-2 win at Reading and sends United into the next round of the FA Cup where they'll face another League One struggler in Blackpool.Are there anymore words left we can use to describe the brilliance of United's top scorer? We'll give it a try. We look back on his second treble of the season before looking ahead to a home clash with play-off chasing Halifax Town this midweek.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

After the excitement of the thrilling win over Forest Green Rovers, it was a bit of a case of "back down to earth" at the weekend as United were held to a draw at Yeovil when a win would have sent us top of the table. It's a weekend off from the league now as the Blues face a long trip in the FA Cup First Round - but can they come back from the tie at struggling League One side Reading in the hat for Round 2?Lots discussed in this episode, including:

A great win for United over Forest Green Rovers at the weekend should have been held up as a fantastic advert for the National League, has instead been (unsurprisingly) turned into another episode of the Robbie Savage Show.Despite this, we try our best to focus as much as we can on what was an exciting and action-packed game of football, before looking ahead to the Blues' long trip to Somerset this weekend to face Yeovil Town.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

After overcoming a slight wobble after half-time, United are comfortably into the FA Cup First Round after the comprehensive win over Boston United. Their reward? A trip to Berkshire to take on struggling League One side Reading. Chance of a cup-upset? Stranger things have happened.With the cup competitions out of the way, it's back to the league and it's a mouth-watering clash against fellow promotion contenders Forest Green Rovers, or to give them their full title, Robbie Savage's Forest Green Rovers™.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

After consecutive defeats against fellow promotion contenders, what better way for United to get back on track ahead of the FA Cup break by recording back-to-back wins against Hartlepool United and Scunthorpe United - can those results kick start the Blues' campaign? Is the FA Cup an unwanted distraction? And will the club ever announce a big new signing before we record a podcast? (welcome, Chris Conn-Clarke!)We look back on the wins over the Monkey Hangers and the Iron before looking ahead to this weekend's FA Cup Fourth Qualifying Round tie with Boston United.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

United's unbeaten home run under Hughes comes to an end, as promotion rivals Rochdale pick up a comfortable 2-0 win at Brunton Park - is it time to start panicking, or are expectations for this season just a bit too unrealistic?We look back on the loss to The Dale before looking ahead to this week's fixtures against Hartlepool United and Scunthorpe United.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

The first big test of the season for the Blues... and it's fair to say, they failed it miserably against an impressive York side. With many of the York goals being the result of United's own failings, can Mark Hughes' side bounce back this weekend, when fellow promotion hopefuls Rochdale make the trip up to Cumbria?In this episode of the Brunton Bugle, we look back on the 5-0 loss against the Minstermen before looking ahead to the visit of United's most common opponent in first-team fixtures - lots discussed including:

It's four wins in a row for United as they see off Aldershot Town and Altrincham to move into second place in the league - but now comes the real test, with five consecutive fixtures against some of the expected promotion and play-off contenders this season - starting off with a trip to fellow big spenders York City.The lads look back on the 2-0 win over the Shots and 2-1 victory at Alty, before previewing the trip over to Yorkshire to face the Minstermen.Lots discussed in this episode, including:

Everton are braced for another summer of interest in Jarrad Branthwaite. The centre-back remains on the radar of several Premier League clubs. The Blues rebuffed two bids for the 22-year-old from Manchester United last summer. Neither offer, with the second for a package worth around £50m, came close to meeting the club's valuation of a player who had enjoyed a stunning breakthrough year. Branthwaite is under contract at Everton until the end of June 2027, having signed a new deal following his emergence into the first team in the opening months of the 2023/24 campaign. Everton, who signed him from Carlisle United in 2020, are in a strong position to rebuff speculative interest as a result. Looking deeper into the squad, a number of Everton players with uncertain futures remain out the club, but for how long? Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Michael Keane will see their contracts run out at the end of June while Nathan Patterson has struggled to impress upon his return from injury.  A forward remains a priority for the blues having been rebuffed by Liam Delap, who chose Chelsea. Where does that leave Beto who has turned his Everton career around with a bag full of goals in the second half of the season?  Join Ian Croll and Tony Scott for the Wednesday addition of the Royal Blue podcast as they discuss the latest transfer news and rumours and give their thoughts on who they would keep, sell and release.  *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.evertoFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Jordan and Gaz are joined by Tom Aldred, who shares his journey through clubs like Watford, Accrington Stanley, Blackpool, Bury, and Brisbane Roar.Tom discusses his early days at Carlisle United, the challenges of multiple loan moves, and finding stability at Blackpool.He opens up about the turmoil at Bury and how a call from Robbie Fowler led to a career revival in Australia.Now, as he starts on a new chapter with Mohun Bagan Super Giant in India, Tom reflects on the highs and lows of his football career.Support the show

Marcus is off and we've called in substitute teacher Donaldson to teach Luke and Jim a thing or two on today's Ramble.Naturally, that means we discuss Millwall's new 5G network, Carlisle United's team bus moonlighting and Dean Huijsen being asked whether he smokes. Oh, and we read out various Liverpool fan reactions to the news that Trent Alexander-Arnold is off to Real Madrid.We're going on tour! Get your tickets now: https://footballramblelive.com.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.