Game's Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast
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Podcast Overview
<p>Steve Bracknall takes a weekly deep dive into the murky world of the modern game whilst desperately trying to hold his ramshackle Sunday league team together.</p>
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11/18/2025
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Recent Episodes
July 9, 2026
England STUN Mexico at World Cup! My On-The-Ground Reaction & Norway Up Next
<p>Viva Mexico! We're bringing you all the latest after England's monumental win in the Azteca. Direct from Mexico City, Steve gives us his breakdown as a fan - taking us through his emotions and interactions with the Mexico fans.</p><p>Harry Kane's voice, Montezuma's revenge, and an apology to Thomas Tuchel are all examined, plus Paul, Bob and Steve look ahead to the mouth watering quarter-final clash with Norway and striker Erling Haaland.</p><p>In wider World Cup news, we examine the controversy over Folarin Balogun's red card, compare Simeone to Brian Marshall, and look ahead to a 2038 World Cup in England.</p><p>Kylian Mbappe, Harry Kane, Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona all make appearances in another packed edition...</p><p>We're releasing special World Cup-themed episodes every Thursday across the tournament - and you can also tune into a BONUS livestream reacting to the quarter-finals via the Games Gone YouTube channel this Sunday 12th July at 2pm.</p><p>Send your questions and voice notes to <a href="mailto:steve@bbc.co.uk">steve@bbc.co.uk</a> or via whatsapp 0800 7831997.</p><p>Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC Sounds.</p><p>Series Producer: Ad Ahmed Video Editor: Janathan Portelli Artwork: Joe Whittaker Technical Producer: Jasper Fell-Clark Assistant Producer: Harriet Webster Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard</p>
July 2, 2026
Bracknall-Mania Hits Atlanta, England vs Mexico Preview & World Cup Karaoke
<p>Steve's World Cup Road Trip Continues - this week he's beaming in from a diner in Atlanta, Georgia. Shades on, and with dreams of a Royal Oak American Franchise, has he crossed the Atlantic permanently and gone full Brand Beckham? And does referring to the Beautiful Game as "soccer" mean the game truly has gone?</p><p>Steve, Paul and Bob chat about Bracknall-mania in the US and Steve's appearances on Radio 1 Breakfast with Greg James. Will maverick player Wynney keep pursuing unauthorised brand deals? Plus, the Oak Boys send in videos celebrating the three lions.</p><p>With post-match reaction from England's win over DR Congo, we also look ahead to the Round of 16 clash against Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium.</p><p>We cover Germany's penalty woes, spoilers over the Netherlands and karaoke during hydration breaks. Harry Kane, Erling Haaland, David Beckham and Bon Jovi all feature in another packed edition.</p><p>We’re releasing special World Cup-themed episodes every Thursday across the tournament, and you can also tune into a BONUS live stream reacting to the group stages via the Game’s Gone YouTube channel on Sunday 12th July.</p><p>Send your questions and voice notes to <a href="mailto:steve@bbc.co.uk">steve@bbc.co.uk</a> or via whatsapp 0800 7831997.</p><p>Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC Sounds. </p><p>Credits</p><p>Series Producer: Ad Ahmed Video Editor: Janathan Portelli Artwork: Joe Whittaker Technical Producer: Jasper Fell-Clark Assistant Producer: Harriet Webster Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard</p>
June 29, 2026
Steve, Paul and Bob React to World Cup Group Stages - Live Stream Highlights!
<p>Steve Bracknall, Paul Sampson and Bob the Bucket host a live stream reacting to the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stages. </p><p>They reacted to all the action from the final round of the groups, as England confirmed their Round of 32 tie vs DR Congo, but will Thomas Tuchel's right-back problems continue to haunt them? </p><p>Scotland's run comes to an end with Steve Clarke resigning as manager. And as Cape Verde continue to surprise (much to the delight of our Nikki who has them in the Royal Oak sweepstake) just how far can they go? </p><p>Plus the lads stick their neck out on who will win the Golden Boot - Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane, Erling Haaland or Ousmane Dembélé?</p><p>We'll be live streaming another bonus podcast reacting to the group stages via the Game’s Gone YouTube channel on Sunday 12th July.</p><p>Send your questions and voice notes to <a href="mailto:steve@bbc.co.uk">steve@bbc.co.uk</a> or via whatsapp 0800 7831997</p><p>Game’s Gone: The Steve Bracknall Podcast is written and performed by Chris McClure and is a Persephonica production for BBC Sounds Credits</p><p>Series Producer: Ad Ahmed Technical Producer: Jasper Fell-Clark Assistant Producer: Harriet Webster Photography: Rob Nicholson Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Commissioning Executive for the BBC: Stevie Middleton Assistant Commissioner for the BBC: Steve Trenchard</p>
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