Insights from recent episode analysis
Audience Interest
Podcast Focus
Publishing Consistency
Platform Reach
Insights are generated by CastFox AI using publicly available data, episode content, and proprietary models.
Est. Listeners
Based on iTunes & Spotify (publisher stats).
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
10,001 - 25,000 - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
25,001 - 75,000 - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
5,001 - 15,000
Market Insights
Platform Distribution
Reach across major podcast platforms, updated hourly
Total Followers
—
Total Plays
—
Total Reviews
—
* Data sourced directly from platform APIs and aggregated hourly across all major podcast directories.
On the show
Recent episodes
Bracknall Rages as Royal Oak FC are Docked Five Points
Apr 30, 2026
28m 30s
Sampson Returns, Haaland vs Gabriel & Kompany's Jacket
Apr 23, 2026
34m 15s
Royal Oak TURMOIL as Paul Sampson Goes AWOL - Who’s Running the Show?
Apr 16, 2026
29m 52s
Inside Royal Oak v Nags Head: Touchline Drama & Penalty Heartbreak
Apr 9, 2026
29m 47s
Royal Oak vs Nags Head Countdown, Salah's Farewell & World Cup Dreams
Apr 2, 2026
29m 07s
Social Links & Contact
Official channels & resources
Official Website
Login
RSS Feed
Login
| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/30/26 |  Bracknall Rages as Royal Oak FC are Docked Five Points | Paul Sampson comes bearing bad news - Mick Merchant has docked the Oak 5 points for an administrative error. Steve is livid as the fallout from his disastrous interim reign continues and his team now looks like it's plunged into a relegation battle.In this episode, the lads also hear from a disappointed Parksey, chat through Housey's conspiracy theories, and plan a big day out at the Snooker.In the wider sporting world, we look at the titanic Non-League promotion race between York City and Rochdale, consider West Ham and Spurs for the drop and inspired by the London Marathon get running with Bob The Bucket. Paolo Maldini, Kevin Pressman and Matt Le Tissier all feature in another packed edition...VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard | 28m 30s | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | Sampson Returns, Haaland vs Gabriel & Kompany's Jacket | The prodigal manager Paul Sampson returns to the Royal Oak FC hot seat with some demands. In this episode they discuss plans to turn around the club's fortunes and listen to Paul's demands for change; which mainly involves Bob The Bucket going on a physio course. Someone's also got to break the news to Parksey that his interim reign is over. In the wider football world, the lads dig into the clash between Gabriel and Erling Haaland, raise a glass to Coventry City on their promotion, and cast an eye over the increasingly frantic non-league promotion race. There's also the small matter of Vincent Kompany apparently raiding Bracknall's wardrobe and Paolo Di Canio headbutting a table during Italian Champions League coverage.VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard | 34m 15s | ||||||
| 4/16/26 | Royal Oak TURMOIL as Paul Sampson Goes AWOL - Who’s Running the Show? | The fallout from the Derby clash continues and The Royal Oak is in turmoil. Steve's in charge (sort of), Bob's his assistant (sort of), and Parksey's the new physio. Join them as they discuss their new roles, divvy up responsibilities and hear from fans around the world - but are they truly together as one? In wider sports news, they also discuss the title races in England and Scotland, Rory McIlroy's Masters triumph and Thierry Henry’s aftershave.VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard | 29m 52s | ||||||
| 4/9/26 | Inside Royal Oak v Nags Head: Touchline Drama & Penalty Heartbreak | In a very special episode, we go behind the scenes of the Easter Sunday clash between the Royal Oak and Nags Head. From the team bus to the sidelines, we follow Steve, Paul and Bob across the fixture with exclusive access.Following their heroic 2-1 defeat, we have all the analysis and fallout from Tommy's penalty heartbreak, ringers playing like Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland plus Wylie's injury time miss. Join us for all the intel on the biggest clash in Sunday league history...VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions, chants and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Commentary: Adam Oxley and Lee Turnbull Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard | 29m 47s | ||||||
| 4/2/26 | Royal Oak vs Nags Head Countdown, Salah's Farewell & World Cup Dreams | The big one is almost here. Steve, Paul and Bob are in full match mode as they count down to the blockbuster clash with the Nags Head - running through preparations, plans, programme notes and giving a look at training. Plus, voicenotes arrive from some very surprising places...Watch it live: Royal Oak vs Nags Head — 5th April, Easter Sunday, 2pm BST, right here on the Game's Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast YouTube channel. You can also listen via the BBC Sounds app on Sports Extra 3 and BBC Radio Sheffield.In wider football news, the lads bid farewell to Mo Salah, discuss Real Madrid's rehab methods, and debate plans for the World Cup. Salah, Mbappe and Ronaldo all feature in another packed edition as the lads continue their mission to save our beautiful game.VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions, chants and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard | 29m 07s | ||||||
| 3/26/26 | BIGGEST Sunday League Game In History Just Got Even BIGGER! | Momentous news this week - as the powers that be confirm that the Easter Sunday clash between the Royal Oak and Nags Head WILL be live streamed on the Game’s Gone YouTube Channel! With live commentary also available on BBC Sounds.We have all the reaction and info you’ll need as the fanbase mobilises ahead of the biggest game in Sunday League history.Steve, Paul and Bob also go Full Bielsa as they spy on the Nags Head, float the idea of a performance bonus and we get a fitness update from Bob The Bucket on injury doubt Tommy.In footballing news the team review the League Cup Final, talk about the fallout around Morocco being belatedly crowned AFCON Champions, and discuss the woes of Newcastle and Spurs.Mikel Arteta, Gazza, Frank Lampard and Sly Stallone all feature in another packed edition, as the lads continue their mission to save our beautiful game.Don't miss the Royal Oak vs Nags Head, 2pm on Easter Sunday, April 5th, Live and Exclusive on the Games Gone YouTube Channel...VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions, chants and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard | 33m 57s | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | Bonus Podcast - Matt Wynne - Full Interview | In this special bonus episode we hear the full Wynney tapes as Matt Wynne explains more about his move from the Royal Oak to the Nags Head.Interviewed by BBC Radio Sheffield's Senior Sports Journalist Rob Staton, we get the latest ahead of the blockbuster Easter Sunday tie between the Oak and the Nag's Head, and learn more about Wynne's relationship with Nag's Supremo Brian Marshall.VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket.Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions, chants and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 783199Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCredits Producer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard | 14m 40s | ||||||
| 3/19/26 | Truth Behind Tommy’s Injury, Max Dowman’s Rise & We Need a Live Stream! | This week, Steve turns detective as we discover the real reason behind striker Tommy's recent injury. Ahead of the big Easter Sunday clash with the Nags Head, we talk tactics, Paul Sampson's plans to sponsor the big game and substitute Housey drops in...Steve and Bob also send out a heartfelt appeal to the fanbase - can YOU subscribe and show your support to the powers that be? A live stream of the big game may well depend on it.In footballing news, the lads look at the rise of teenage prodigy Max Dowman, have a pop at celebrity owners, and dissect the pre-match routine of Liam Rosenior's Chelsea - plus the chants you've sent in are sung loud and proud...Declan Rice, Ryan Giggs, and Snoop Dogg all feature in another packed edition, as the lads continue their mission to save our beautiful game...VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions, chants and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard | 30m 11s | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | Tommy’s Injury Scare, Calling Out Man Utd Legends & Tea With Harry Kane | This week we receive an injury update as one of the Royal Oak's key players Tommy has injured himself at work. Like Beckham's metatarsal in 2002, will he able to get fit in time for the big clash with the Nags Head? Bob has some old school ideas to get him fit, whilst Paul suggests some more modern methods...In footballing news, the lads need your help with chants for the big game, chat about the introduction of VAR into the latter stages of the FA Cup and call out Manchester United legends Paul Scholes, Gary Neville and Roy Keane. They also discuss the likelihood of an Oak relegation battle and having your tea with Harry Kane.Mo Salah, Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi all feature in another packed edition; as the lads continue their mission to save our beautiful game. You can also hear Wynney's interview IN FULL first on the BBC Sounds app, where it'll be dropping Monday 16th March.VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions, chants and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard | 26m 21s | ||||||
| 3/5/26 | Wynney Bites Back, Half-and-Half Scarves & Darts Nicknames | This week we finally hear the other side of the story from Wynney, after his deadline day defection to bitter rivals The Nags Head. Steve looks into the streaming rights for the cup game and gets some good news from his striker Tommy.In footballing news, the lads explore the latest VAR developments, cover Lionel Messi’s potential visit to the White House and give some advice to Eddie Hearn on betrayal.VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard | 41m 47s | ||||||
Want analysis for the episodes below?Free for Pro Submit a request, we'll have your selected episodes analyzed within an hour. Free, at no cost to you, for Pro users. | |||||||||
| 2/26/26 | Nags Head Drama, Pep Loves Cocktails & Is Wynney Cup-Tied? | This week we delve into the latest news around our Imperial League Cup quarter final as the game has been moved to a neutral venue; Wynney's cup-tie controversy and The Nags Head coming into form.In footballing news, the team chat about a miserable Sheffield Derby day, Arteta's stress levels, compare James Milner's record number of appearances to Parksey's and discuss whether Oliver Glasner needs to go now...Virgil Van Dijk, John Terry and Pep Guardiola are all discussed in another packed edition; as the lads continue their mission to save our beautiful game...VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard | 31m 28s | ||||||
| 2/19/26 | We've drawn Nags Head in the Cup! Our TV Advert and Kane scores 500 Goals... | This week we take a trip to the draw of the Imperial League Cup as the Royal Oak will play bitter rivals The Nags Head. Steve breaks down his tactical approach and how he plans on creating a cauldron of intimidation...In sporting news, the lads chat EFL playoff expansion, Thomas Tuchel's England contract, the Winter Olympics and Forest's managerial merry go round...Harry Kane, Carlos Tevez and Wayne Rooney are all discussed in another packed edition; as the lads continue their mission to save our beautiful game...VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard | 31m 41s | ||||||
| 2/12/26 | VAR Madness at Anfield, Bracknall Rips Into Rugby ‘Lads' & Bob’s Valentine’s Crush! | This week we explore the VAR madness in the blockbuster game between Liverpool and Manchester City, the Oak continue their 'dialogue' with the Imperial League and Bob has a secret admirer...In sporting news, there’s chat about the Six Nations after Paul’s trip to Twickers with a load of rugby ‘lads' in blue jeans and brown shoes, they weigh in on the Scholes, Gerrard, Lampard debate, Super Bowl halftime shows and Steve appoints himself as an Olympic ambassador.Erling Haaland, Jude Bellingham and Paul Scholes all feature in another packed edition as the lads continue their mission to save our beautiful game...VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back. Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardBackground: Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born.Hosts of the podcast:Steve Bracknall Assistant manager at Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall is to many the lifeblood of the club. Having agreed to front the club in terms of marketing and PR, Steve is the link between the fans and the club. No one cares about the Oak like Steve. Loving husband to Our Nikki and doting father to Our Olivia, come Sunday Steve is transformed into a passionate assistant who would literally die for the cause. He cites man management as his strong point.Paul Sampson First team manager and lifelong friend of Steve Bracknall. Paul originally formed the club with Steve. In recent years his commitment to the club has come under scrutiny especially after buying a timeshare in Tenerife and going on multiple golfing trips mid-season leaving Steve to hold the fort. He still has the final say over any tactical decisions that are made much to the annoyance of Steve.Bob the Bucket Club physio and general caretaker Bob the Bucket has been with the club for over ten years. No one really knows why and when he joined but he did. General job roles include putting up nets, filling water bottles alongside prevention and rehab of all Oak players. | 27m 09s | ||||||
| 2/5/26 | Letter to Imperial League, Plumbers vs Sparkies & Has Holloway Gone Full Metal Bracknall? | The fallout from Wynney’s defection to Nags Head continues, with Steve filing a complaint to the Imperial League and imposing firestick sanctions.In football news, the lads share their Champions League predictions, debate whether Wrexham’s playoff push is truly a fairytale, and react to Ian Holloway’s latest rant — asking the question: has he gone Full Metal Bracknall?Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane and Maradona all feature in another packed edition as the lads continue their mission to save our beautiful game...VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone. Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation will bring it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardBackground: Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born.Hosts of the podcast:Steve Bracknall Assistant manager at Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall is to many the lifeblood of the club. Having agreed to front the club in terms of marketing and PR, Steve is the link between the fans and the club. No one cares about the Oak like Steve. Loving husband to Our Nikki and doting father to Our Olivia, come Sunday Steve is transformed into a passionate assistant who would literally die for the cause. He cites man management as his strong point.Paul Sampson First team manager and lifelong friend of Steve Bracknall. Paul originally formed the club with Steve. In recent years his commitment to the club has come under scrutiny especially after buying a timeshare in Tenerife and going on multiple golfing trips mid-season leaving Steve to hold the fort. He still has the final say over any tactical decisions that are made much to the annoyance of Steve.Bob the Bucket Club physio and general caretaker Bob the Bucket has been with the club for over ten years. No one really knows why and when he joined but he did. General job roles include putting up nets, filling water bottles alongside prevention and rehab of all Oak players. | 25m 18s | ||||||
| 1/29/26 | Wynney Transfer Bombshell and Are Arsenal Bottle Merchants? | In this week's episode Steve, Paul and Bob deal with the fallout of Wynney moving to their biggest rivals, ask if Arsenal are bottling it and dispense advice to their young selves.The chaps give their verdict on who will win the SPL between Rangers, Celtic and Hearts.They also look at all the latest involving footballers such as Bruno Fernandes, Jude Bellingham, Matheus Cunha and Cole Palmer.VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone.Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation, is on a mission to save the beautiful game...Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardBackground: Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born.Hosts of the podcast:Steve Bracknall Assistant manager at Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall is to many the lifeblood of the club. Having agreed to front the club in terms of marketing and PR, Steve is the link between the fans and the club. No one cares about the Oak like Steve. Loving husband to Our Nikki and doting father to Our Olivia, come Sunday Steve is transformed into a passionate assistant who would literally die for the cause. He cites man management as his strong point.Paul Sampson First team manager and lifelong friend of Steve Bracknall. Paul originally formed the club with Steve. In recent years his commitment to the club has come under scrutiny especially after buying a timeshare in Tenerife and going on multiple golfing trips mid-season leaving Steve to hold the fort. He still has the final say over any tactical decisions that are made much to the annoyance of Steve.Bob the Bucket Club physio and general caretaker Bob the Bucket has been with the club for over ten years. No one really knows why and when he joined but he did. General job roles include putting up nets, filling water bottles alongside prevention and rehab of all Oak players. | 28m 36s | ||||||
| 1/22/26 | Afcon Chaos, Manchester Derby and Wynney vs Kirk | In this week's episode Steve, Paul and Bob are in crisis management mode as it all kicks off at the Oak, discuss the fallout from the Afcon final and polish their boots...They also touch on Mo Salah, Erling Haaland, Sadio Mane and Pep Guardiola.VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone.Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation, is on a mission to save the beautiful game...Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad AhmedVideo Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt ExtonAdditional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack WhitesidePhotography: Rob NicholsonExecutive Producer: Dino SofosCommissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie MiddletonAssistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardBackground: Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born.Hosts of the podcast:Steve Bracknall Assistant manager at Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall is to many the lifeblood of the club. Having agreed to front the club in terms of marketing and PR, Steve is the link between the fans and the club. No one cares about the Oak like Steve. Loving husband to Our Nikki and doting father to Our Olivia, come Sunday Steve is transformed into a passionate assistant who would literally die for the cause. He cites man management as his strong point.Paul Sampson First team manager and lifelong friend of Steve Bracknall. Paul originally formed the club with Steve. In recent years his commitment to the club has come under scrutiny especially after buying a timeshare in Tenerife and going on multiple golfing trips mid-season leaving Steve to hold the fort. He still has the final say over any tactical decisions that are made much to the annoyance of Steve.Bob the Bucket Club physio and general caretaker Bob the Bucket has been with the club for over ten years. No one really knows why and when he joined but he did. General job roles include putting up nets, filling water bottles alongside prevention and rehab of all Oak players. | 26m 55s | ||||||
| 1/15/26 | Magic of The FA Cup, Carrick at Man Utd and Messi or Ronaldo? | In this week's episode the team enjoy the magic of the FA Cup, split the G, take a wrecking ball to Stockley Park and ponder the all important question - Messi or Ronaldo?They also touch on Michael Carrick's appointment as Manchester United's caretaker head coach and Big Kirk signing for Royal Oak.VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone.Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation, is on a mission to save the beautiful game...Direct from the dressing room of his team, Royal Oak FC, Steve is joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode, they’ll make sense of all the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak…Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Joe Whittaker and Jack Whiteside Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardBackgroundRoyal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born.Meet The HostsSteve Bracknall Assistant manager at Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall is to many the lifeblood of the club. Having agreed to front the club in terms of marketing and PR, Steve is the link between the fans and the club. No one cares about the Oak like Steve. Loving husband to Our Nikki and doting father to Our Olivia, come Sunday Steve is transformed into a passionate assistant who would literally die for the cause. He cites man management as his strong point.Paul Sampson First team manager and lifelong friend of Steve Bracknall. Paul originally formed the club with Steve. In recent years his commitment to the club has come under scrutiny especially after buying a timeshare in Tenerife and going on multiple golfing trips mid-season leaving Steve to hold the fort. He still has the final say over any tactical decisions that are made much to the annoyance of Steve.Bob the Bucket Club physio and general caretaker Bob the Bucket has been with the club for over ten years. No one really knows why and when he joined but he did. General job roles include putting up nets, filling water bottles alongside prevention and rehab of all Oak players. | 28m 40s | ||||||
| 1/8/26 | I'll Manage Man Utd, Transfer Targets and Bob's Fitness DVD | In this week's episode Steve makes a pitch for the vacant Man United job, the team set some transfer targets, dream of winning the lottery and look at all the latest football news involving West Ham, Mikel Arteta, Enzo Fernandez, Pep Guardiola and Erling Haaland.VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone.Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation, is on a mission to save the beautiful game...Direct from the dressing room of his team Royal Oak FC, he'll be joined by gaffer Paul Sampson, and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode they'll make sense of all of the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak...Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardBackground: Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born.Hosts of the podcast:Steve Bracknall Assistant manager at Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall is to many the lifeblood of the club. Having agreed to front the club in terms of marketing and PR, Steve is the link between the fans and the club. No one cares about the Oak like Steve. Loving husband to Our Nikki and doting father to Our Olivia, come Sunday Steve is transformed into a passionate assistant who would literally die for the cause. He cites man management as his strong point.Paul Sampson First team manager and lifelong friend of Steve Bracknall. Paul originally formed the club with Steve. In recent years his commitment to the club has come under scrutiny especially after buying a timeshare in Tenerife and going on multiple golfing trips mid-season leaving Steve to hold the fort. He still has the final say over any tactical decisions that are made much to the annoyance of Steve.Bob the Bucket Club physio and general caretaker Bob the Bucket has been with the club for over ten years. No one really knows why and when he joined but he did. General job roles include putting up nets, filling water bottles alongside prevention and rehab of all Oak players. | 28m 14s | ||||||
| 1/1/26 | Bonus Podcast - Angry Ginge - Full Interview | In this special bonus episode of Game's Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast, we hear an extended version of the talk between Angry Ginge (King of the Jungle and Manchester United fan) and Steve Bracknall (viral sensation and Assistant Manager of the Royal Oak FC) as they talk Soccer Aid, the I'm A Celeb jungle and Baller League.Bombing On. Together as One. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Jason Allen Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardBackground: Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born. | 22m 32s | ||||||
| 12/26/25 | Thierry Henry, Sports Personality of The Year and Bob's Quiz | In this week's episode the team head to the red carpet at the BBC Sports Personality of The Year awards in Manchester, Bob gives his annual Christmas quiz and Steve takes us through his year as a viral sensation...VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone.Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation, is on a mission to save the beautiful game...Direct from the dressing room of his team Royal Oak FC, he'll be joined by gaffer Paul Sampson, and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode they'll make sense of all of the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak...Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Jason Allen Photography: Rob Nicholson Production Coordinator: Rose Wilcox Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardBackground:Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born.Hosts of the podcast:Steve Bracknall Assistant manager at Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall is to many the lifeblood of the club. Having agreed to front the club in terms of marketing and PR, Steve is the link between the fans and the club. No one cares about the Oak like Steve. Loving husband to Our Nikki and doting father to Our Olivia, come Sunday Steve is transformed into a passionate assistant who would literally die for the cause. He cites man management as his strong point.Paul Sampson First team manager and lifelong friend of Steve Bracknall. Paul originally formed the club with Steve. In recent years his commitment to the club has come under scrutiny especially after buying a timeshare in Tenerife and going on multiple golfing trips mid-season leaving Steve to hold the fort. He still has the final say over any tactical decisions that are made much to the annoyance of Steve.Bob the Bucket Club physio and general caretaker Bob the Bucket has been with the club for over ten years. No one really knows why and when he joined but he did. General job roles include putting up nets, filling water bottles alongside prevention and rehab of all Oak players. | 38m 08s | ||||||
| 12/18/25 | Angry Ginge, Ticket Prices and Christmas Wishlists | In this week's episode Steve skives off work to grill Angry Ginge, we bring you news of a thriller at the Oak and have a Christmas knees up...VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone.Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation, is on a mission to save the beautiful game...Direct from the dressing room of his team Royal Oak FC, he'll be joined by gaffer Paul Sampson, and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode they'll make sense of all of the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak...Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Photography: Rob Nicholson Production Coordinator: Rose Wilcox Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardBackground: Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born.Hosts of the podcast:Steve Bracknall Assistant manager at Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall is to many the lifeblood of the club. Having agreed to front the club in terms of marketing and PR, Steve is the link between the fans and the club. No one cares about the Oak like Steve. Loving husband to Our Nikki and doting father to Our Olivia, come Sunday Steve is transformed into a passionate assistant who would literally die for the cause. He cites man management as his strong point.Paul Sampson First team manager and lifelong friend of Steve Bracknall. Paul originally formed the club with Steve. In recent years his commitment to the club has come under scrutiny especially after buying a timeshare in Tenerife and going on multiple golfing trips mid-season leaving Steve to hold the fort. He still has the final say over any tactical decisions that are made much to the annoyance of Steve.Bob the Bucket Club physio and general caretaker Bob the Bucket has been with the club for over ten years. No one really knows why and when he joined but he did. General job roles include putting up nets, filling water bottles alongside prevention and rehab of all Oak players. | 32m 29s | ||||||
| 12/15/25 | Bonus Podcast - Robbie Williams - Full Interview | In this special bonus episode of Game's Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast, we hear an extended version of the talk between Robbie Williams (Popstar and Port Vale FC fan) and Steve Bracknall (viral sensation and Assistant Manager of the Royal Oak FC).With the aid of Paul Sampson and Bob The Bucket, they delve into the question of who's hardest, discuss mavericks and their favourite singalongs.Bombing On. Together as One.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Additional Editing: Will Gibson Smith Photography: Rob Nicholson Production Coordinator: Rose Wilcox Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardIf you’re affected by any of the issues raised in this interview there’s more information at bbc.co.uk/actionlineBackground: Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born. | 20m 41s | ||||||
| 12/11/25 | Robbie Williams, World Cup Draws and Time Travel... | In this week's episode we travel down to London to chat with Robbie Williams, breakdown our reactions to the World Cup draw and go time travelling...VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone.Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation, is going to get it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team Royal Oak FC, he'll be joined by gaffer Paul Sampson, and physio Bob the Bucket. Every episode they'll make sense of all of the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak...Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Photography: Rob Nicholson Production Coordinator: Rose Wilcox Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardBackground: Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born.Hosts of the podcast:Steve Bracknall Assistant manager at Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall is to many the lifeblood of the club. Having agreed to front the club in terms of marketing and PR, Steve is the link between the fans and the club. No one cares about the Oak like Steve. Loving husband to Our Nikki and doting father to Our Olivia, come Sunday Steve is transformed into a passionate assistant who would literally die for the cause. He cites man management as his strong point.Paul Sampson First team manager and lifelong friend of Steve Bracknall. Paul originally formed the club with Steve. In recent years his commitment to the club has come under scrutiny especially after buying a time share in Tenerife and going on multiple golfing trips mid-season leaving Steve to hold the fort. He still has the final say over any tactical decisions that are made much to the annoyance of Steve.Bob the Bucket Club physio and general caretaker Bob the Bucket has been with the club for over ten years. No one really knows why and when he joined but he did. General job roles include putting up nets, filling water bottles alongside prevention and rehab of all Oak players. | 36m 49s | ||||||
| 12/4/25 | Ringers, Rooney and Shelvey the Megastar | In this week's episode we look at ringers in the Sunday league, chat about Rooney/Tumblegate and get a dose of cup fever...VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone.Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation, is going to get it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team Royal Oak FC, he'll be joined by gaffer Paul Sampson, and physio Bob the Bucket. Each week they'll make sense of all of the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak...Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Photography: Rob Nicholson Production Coordinator: Rose Wilcox Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardBackground: Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born.Hosts of the podcast:Steve Bracknall Assistant manager at Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall is to many the lifeblood of the club. Having agreed to front the club in terms of marketing and PR, Steve is the link between the fans and the club. No one cares about the Oak like Steve. Loving husband to Our Nikki and doting father to Our Olivia, come Sunday Steve is transformed into a passionate assistant who would literally die for the cause. He cites man management as his strong point.Paul Sampson First team manager and lifelong friend of Steve Bracknall. Paul originally formed the club with Steve. In recent years his commitment to the club has come under scrutiny especially after buying a time share in Tenerife and going on multiple golfing trips mid-season leaving Steve to hold the fort. He still has the final say over any tactical decisions that are made much to the annoyance of Steve.Bob the Bucket Club physio and general caretaker Bob the Bucket has been with the club for over ten years. No one really knows why and when he joined but he did. General job roles include putting up nets, filling water bottles alongside prevention and rehab of all Oak players. | 24m 07s | ||||||
| 11/27/25 | Noel Gallagher, Tiny Shin Pads and Dream Dinner Party Guests | Will Noel Gallagher make an appearance on today's episode? We chat about the rise of tiny shin pads and moan about the cost of watching football on TV. We find out who the lad's dream dinner party guests are.VAR. XG. Inverted wing backs. The game has well and truly gone.Via his very own podcast, Steve Bracknall, Sunday league assistant manager and viral sensation, is going to get it back.Direct from the dressing room of his team Royal Oak FC, he'll be joined by gaffer Paul Sampson and physio Bob the Bucket. Each week they'll make sense of all of the week’s footballing news and bring you updates from the Oak...Send your questions and voice notes to steve@bbc.co.uk or via whatsapp 0800 7831997Marching on, together as one. Steve.Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC SoundsCreditsProducer: Ad Ahmed Video Producer/Editor/Artwork: Matt Exton Photography: Rob Nicholson Production Coordinator: Rose Wilcox Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve TrenchardBackground: Royal Oak FC was founded in 1997 in the back room of the Royal Oak pub by Steve Bracknall and Paul Sampson. Despite decades of effort, the team still fights for survival in the fifth tier of the Sheffield Sunday Imperial League. When a viral clip catapulted Steve to fame in 2024, the BBC came calling - and Game’s Gone was born.Hosts of the podcast:Steve Bracknall Assistant manager at Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall is to many the lifeblood of the club. Having agreed to front the club in terms of marketing and PR, Steve is the link between the fans and the club. No one cares about the Oak like Steve. Loving husband to Our Nikki and doting father to Our Olivia, come Sunday Steve is transformed into a passionate assistant who would literally die for the cause. He cites man management as his strong point.Paul Sampson First team manager and lifelong friend of Steve Bracknall. Paul originally formed the club with Steve. In recent years his commitment to the club has come under scrutiny especially after buying a time share in Tenerife and going on multiple golfing trips mid-season leaving Steve to hold the fort. He still has the final say over any tactical decisions that are made much to the annoyance of Steve. | 23m 15s | ||||||
Showing 25 of 27
Sponsor Intelligence
Sign in to see which brands sponsor this podcast, their ad offers, and promo codes.
Chart Positions
8 placements across 7 markets.
Chart Positions
8 placements across 7 markets.