On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Chris, and Sids dive headfirst into another chaotic round of your “Game’s Gone” submissions—and nothing is safe.

From Chelsea’s baffling centre-circle huddle (with the referee somehow stuck in the middle of it) to the death of printed matchday programmes, the lads dissect the modern game’s strangest trends with their usual mix of nostalgia and disbelief.

There’s outrage over “starter and finisher” terminology, confusion around American-style commentary creeping into football, and a proper debate on whether football is quietly losing its identity.

The boys also stumble into some all-time ridiculous footballer names, explore bizarre football simulator games, and question whether players today are a bit too… well moisturised.

Plus, Crouchy gears up for a Liverpool Legends return at Anfield—with big plans to bring back proper shin pads.

Packed with listener submissions, strong opinions, and plenty of laughs, this episode asks the big question once again: has the game well and truly gone?

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00:00 - Podcast intro & chaotic start

02:10 - The bespoke pint glass debate begins

04:12 - Glassblowing idea takes over

06:05 - Urban Dictionary football names chat

08:05 - “Have a look at yourself” card

09:05 - Chelsea’s centre-circle huddle controversy

11:00 - Referee standing in the huddle debate

12:45 - Why players might start disrupting it

14:05 - Worst footballer names ever

15:40 - American-style commentary in football

17:10 - “Power play” confusion story

18:40 - Season ticket pricing idea discussion

20:05 - Kick-off traditions disappearing

22:10 - Bizarre kick-off tactics breakdown

24:05 - VAR simulator game discovery

27:15 - Referee merch… who is buying it?!

30:20 - Souvenir ticket controversy

32:05 - Death of matchday programmes

34:10 - “Starters and finishers” debate

35:30 - Old-school defenders vs modern game

37:10 - Hair products & “Lego helmet” players

38:40 - Face cream in football debate

40:05 - Game’s Gone leaderboard update

41:20 - Man City players at train station story

42:20 - Crouchy’s Liverpool Legends return

44:10 - Shin pads campaign returns

46:00 - International fixtures predictions

49:10 - Bet builder picks

51:00 - Wales vs Bosnia predictions

52:20 - Italy vs Northern Ireland predictions

53:15 - Outro & next week teaser

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FROM THE VAULT: In this clip, Crouchy dives into the details of his contract during his time at Stoke City, revealing the realities behind goal bonuses in top-flight football.

Crouch breaks down a clause that rewarded him for hitting double figures in a season, and reflects on the pressure, mentality, and decision-making that comes with it — including whether players ever act selfishly in pursuit of financial incentives. He opens up on dressing room dynamics, the psychology of strikers in front of goal, and why he insists money was never his primary motivation on the pitch.

The conversation also expands into how modern football has changed, with astronomical wages and bonuses potentially shifting player motivations, as well as a hilarious debate on whether defenders deserve bonuses at all — and why football contracts might be more complicated than they seem.

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids are joined by actor, lifelong West Ham fan, and all-round football obsessive Danny Dyer—and it gets properly lively.

From the moment he walks in, Danny brings unfiltered opinions on modern football, tearing into everything from agents and player loyalty to the state of fan culture today. He opens up about his latest film, where he plays a ruthless football agent, revealing just how accurate (and brutal) that world really is behind the scenes.

The conversation dives deep into West Ham’s rollercoaster journey, including that unforgettable Conference League win, the pain of leaving Upton Park, and why some players simply don’t care enough when relegation is on the line. Danny doesn’t hold back either on fans switching clubs, calling out what he sees as a growing disconnect in the game.

There’s also chaos, of course—caravan parks, phone networks, McDonald’s debates, and one of the most random tangents the pod has ever seen.

And once Danny heads off, the lads wrap things up with Cheltenham stories, Premier League predictions, and the usual end-of-show madness.

If you like your football chat honest, raw, and very funny… this one’s for you.

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00:00 - Intro & Cris’ birthday chaos

02:10 - McDonald’s XI & football banter

04:12 - Captain armbands in everyday jobs

06:25 - Best motorway services debate

08:30 - McDonald’s horror stories & late-night cravings

09:31 - Danny Dyer joins the podcast

10:45 - New film explained: football agent role

12:05 - “Agents are powerful… and not nice”

13:30 - Acting method & career reflections

15:10 - Filming alone for 10 days straight

16:40 - Singing scene chaos & improvisation

18:00 - Football Factory & early career impact

21:10 - Growing up around football culture

23:00 - “You can’t choose your football club”

24:40 - Modern football fan criticism

27:30 - West Ham Conference League win reaction

29:10 - West Ham ownership & club frustrations

33:10 - Jarrod Bowen, family & media pressure

35:30 - “He should be in the England squad”

38:00 - England chances at major tournaments

39:30 - Favourite West Ham players ever

42:20 - Best Upton Park memories

44:00 - Caravan parks & random fan questions

45:20 - Phone networks debate (chaos segment)

46:40 - Spurs relegation debate

48:20 - Millwall rivalry & fan culture

52:05 - Danny Dyer leaves the podcast

53:00 - Paddy Power Cheltenham stories

55:00 - Fancy dress & Wolf of Wall Street moment

56:30 - Premier League run-in analysis

59:00 - Spurs, Liverpool & relegation talk

01:03:00 - Final predictions & mini-league pressure

01:07:00 - Closing thoughts & outro

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SNEAK PEEK: In this clip, Danny Dyer joins the lads to break down his latest film role, where he plays a desperate football agent fighting to keep his career alive.

Danny explains how his new film explored the darker side of the football agent world — the ruthless negotiations, the lack of loyalty in the game, and the pressure that comes with chasing the next big deal.

He lifts the lid on the character he plays: a man fresh out of rehab, clinging onto his final client while his life slowly unravels over the course of a tense, one-room drama shot in Dublin. Danny also reflects on the craft of acting after more than three decades in the industry, addressing the perception that he “just plays himself” and why, for him, the real measure of an actor is simple — getting hired and delivering the job.

From the brutal realities of football agents to the challenge of carrying an entire film largely alone on screen, Danny reveals why this role pushed him in ways he hadn’t experienced before — and why it might be one of the performances he’s most proud of.

Be sure to go and see ‘One Last Deal’ in cinemas now!

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads are joined by Fulham’s in-form winger and Welsh international Harry Wilson — and there are some unbelievable stories behind his rise.

Harry opens up about the incredible moment his grandad placed a £50 bet on him to play for Wales when he was just 18 months old — a punt that eventually paid out £125,000 when Harry made his debut years later. It’s a story so good it genuinely sounds like a film.

The conversation also dives into Harry’s journey through Liverpool’s academy, signing his first contract at just nine years old, and learning from elite players like James Milner, Adam Lallana, Mohamed Salah, and Roberto Firmino in Jurgen Klopp’s first-team training sessions.

Harry explains the reality of the loan system in football, including the tough spell that nearly derailed his career before a confidence rebuild back at Liverpool helped turn things around.

There are also brilliant insights into the Wales national team, including what it was like playing alongside Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey, the electric atmosphere of the Welsh anthem, how Craig Bellamy’s strict standards are shaping the new generation, and Harry reveals his personal favourite goal ever — a stunning free kick at Old Trafford for Derby County.

On top of that, there are of course some classic Crouch pod shenanigans, such as Sid’s surreal story about drinking Bollinger with Brazilian Ronaldo on a ski trip, debating the correct size of shin pads, and Crouchy settles the confusion around a recently surfaced video of him and Messi’s 1v1 in Croydon…

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00:00 - Subscribe song & Intro

01:21 - The “wrong glass for drinks” debate

03:30 - Sid’s ski trip and meeting Brazilian Ronaldo

06:20 - Asking Ronaldo what phone network he’s on

08:45 - Ski trip stories continue

10:48 - Harry Wilson joins the podcast

11:30 - Harry’s incredible season at Fulham

12:50 - Palace or Spurs goal – his favourite this season

13:45 - Listening to the podcast & life with a newborn

14:40 - Shin pad debate: modern footballers wear tiny ones

18:05 - Signing for Liverpool at just 9 years old

20:10 - Growing up in rural Wales

21:45 - The call from Ian Rush

22:50 - Wales debut at 16 years old

23:50 - The famous £50 bet from his grandad

26:30 - Passion & playing for your country 

28:30 - Michael Sheen’s team speech

31:10 - The harsh reality of loan spells in football

33:00 - Injury setbacks and rebuilding confidence

33:50 - Training with Klopp’s Liverpool first team

36:40 - Best player in Liverpool training?

38:20 - England’s chances at the World Cup

40:00 - Craig Bellamy’s strict standards with Wales

42:10 - Bellamy’s dressing room rules

44:40 - What players do on Wales international camps

46:05 - Marco Silva’s impact at Fulham

47:55 - Harry reveals which phone network he uses

49:20 - Favourite goal ever: free kick at Old Trafford

51:00 - Set-piece tactics in modern football

55:00 - Listener questions & football stories

01:03:19 - Harry Wilson leaves the podcast

01:04:20 - Paddy Power’s Cheltenham segment

01:07:00 - Score predictions begin

01:10:30 - Spurs’ struggles discussed

01:16:10 -Crouchy and Messi in Croydon?

01:17:00 - Outro

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FROM THE VAULT: In this classic clip, Jamie Carragher and Peter Crouch share hilarious stories from inside the Liverpool dressing room, including the moment Crouchy embarrassed himself by unknowingly fancying Xabi Alonso’s partner.

The lads also dive into the elite mentality required to succeed at the very top of football. Carragher reflects on the relentless standards at Liverpool and with England, playing alongside legends like Steven Gerrard, John Terry, Frank Lampard and Wayne Rooney, and why winning games was never enough when the ultimate goal was lifting trophies in May.

They relive the pressure of competing for Champions League glory, giving a brilliant insight into the mindset and culture inside one of football’s biggest clubs.

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads hand over the reins completely… because you asked, and we answered EVERYTHING.

From the real story behind how the podcast first began at the BBC (yes, it was basically football’s version of One Direction), to nearly hitting 400 episodes and planning something huge for the 10-year anniversary — Pete, Sids and Chris take a proper trip down memory lane.

We dive into the one game Crouchy would replay forever (and the medal that still stings), Sids relives promotion chaos and post-match beers, and the boys get brutally honest about whether they would’ve taken the Saudi payday at the end of their careers.

There’s also Cheltenham madness, Harry Redknapp tip stories, footballers calling their jobs “appearances”, shocking dressing room nicknames, the worst Premier League kits of all time… and somehow, a serious debate about double pudding etiquette.

Plus — is Crouchy officially a free agent in the phone network transfer window?

As always, let us know in the comments:

- What game would YOU replay?

- Would you take the Saudi move?

- And how many “appearances” have you made at your job? 👀

00:00 - The “67% Don’t Subscribe” Plea

01:26 - The Great Phone Network Debate Begins (Again)

03:06 - Signing a 3-Year Deal… For £1 More?

04:02 - Vodafone Price Hike Rant

06:09 - “I Might Become a Free Agent”

06:49 - Giffgaff’s £10 for 40GB Offer

10:22 - Cheltenham Plans & Guinness Village Chaos

11:52 - Harry Redknapp’s Legendary Tip Story

14:13 - How The Podcast Actually Started

16:46 - The First Ever Photo

17:24 - 400 Episodes & 10-Year Anniversary Plans

18:01 - CrouchFest… On Tour in Pubs?

21:58 - Radio Stations We’d Love to Host

28:35 - Why Footballers “Train” For Their Job

31:17 - Sh*g, Marry, Avoid: Allardyce, Pardew, Pulis

32:37 - The One Game We’d Replay Forever

34:21 - Promotion, Beers & The Best Week Ever

43:05 - Would We Have Taken the Saudi Money?

49:38 - FA Cup Jackets & Macclesfield Moment

51:07 - Worst Premier League Kits of All Time

54:52 - Double Puddings/Kunis Confession

56:47 - Best Dressing Room Nicknames Ever

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FROM THE VAULT: In this clip, we look back at when Rod Stewart joined the lads to discuss his lifelong love of football, growing up in a football-obsessed household, and the hilarious rivalry he shared with fellow music icon Elton John.

Rod opens up about their competitive friendship in the 70s, outrageous Christmas presents, wild nights before heading off to watch Watford F.C., and the legendary moment Elton had his “Blondes Have More Fun” balloons shot down. He also reflects on scoring a hat-trick at Stamford Bridge during Soccer Six — much to the delight of his mate George Best.

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Les Ferdinand is back — and this one goes everywhere.

From the pressure of wearing the iconic number nine shirt to why modern football has drifted away from two-striker partnerships, Les doesn’t hold back. There’s a proper centre-forward masterclass in here — plus a full dissection of diving, simulation, and why shin pads have basically disappeared.

Yes… we’re starting the campaign to Make Shin Pads Great Again.

We also get stuck into the “blue card” debate, inverted wingers, why no one attacks crosses anymore, and whether football’s gone a bit too nice. Then it’s straight into predictions, the wife’s score calls, and one of the strangest deep dives into mobile phone providers you’ll ever hear on a football podcast.

Part 2 delivers.

If you love proper striker chat, nostalgia, and a bit of chaos — this one’s for you.

Drop your score predictions below 👇

00:00 – Beer in the Wrong Glass (Game’s Gone Already) 

02:45 – “Memorabilia” vs Theft… Bus Stop Confessions 

05:58 – Half-Term Chaos & Dad Life 

07:34 – Ed Still: sniper’s dream

09:45 – Les returns for part 2

11:45 – Dressing room standards & how far respect actually travels

17:30 – Transition into deeper football chat before tactics debate

23:45 – Build-up to striker system discussion

31:12 – Why Football Needs Two Strikers Again 

32:36 – Inverted Wingers & The Death of Crossing 

33:25 – Shin Pads Are Getting Smaller?! 

33:57 – “Make Shin Pads Great Again” 

48:31 – The Pressure of Wearing the Number 9 Shirt 

49:09 – Helicopters, Cup Finals & Big Moments 

50:04 – Double-Strap Shin Pads Return 

53:26 – Diving, Simulation & The “Blue Card” 

54:22 – The “Have a Look at Yourself” Card 

55:24 – Paddy Power Segment Begins 

55:45 – Arsenal vs Chelsea Preview 

1:08:16 – Listener Predictions & Service Provider Debate 

1:15:05 – Giffgaff vs The Big Networks 

1:17:26 – Final Premier League Predictions

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FROM THE VAULT: One clash. One superstar. One reputation that followed him everywhere.

In this clip, Duncan Ferguson revisits his attitude on-pitch towards David Beckham — and explains what really went through his mind in such heated moments. Known as one of football’s ultimate hard men, Big Dunc doesn’t shy away from the aggression that defined his playing days… but he does open up about the consequences.

Does a former enforcer get judged differently? And can you switch off that mentality once it’s part of who you are?

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, we’re joined by one of the Premier League’s original centre-forward royalty… Les Ferdinand.

Before the goal compilations, before the Sky Sports montages, before strikers were measured by pressing data and heat maps, there was “Sir Les”. 

QPR icon. Newcastle hero. The man leading the line when the Premier League still felt brand new. A proper No.9. Power, presence, goals everywhere he went. If you grew up in the 90s, you knew exactly what Les Ferdinand meant.

He joins Pete, Sids and Chris to talk about the journey from West London non-league graft to becoming one of the most feared forwards in the country. There’s the unbelievable story of starting out as a goalkeeper, the Turkey move that changed his mentality forever, and the sliding doors moment with Manchester United that could have rewritten football history. 

We get into loyalty, ambition, dressing room politics and the brutal advice from Ray Wilkins that stuck with him for life. It’s honest, funny, reflective and packed with the kind of insight only someone who’s lived it can give.

We’ve split our conversation Les into two parts, and after we transition out of the nostalgia fuelled Part 1, things immediately descend into remote chaos.

We build up to Macclesfield’s FA Cup tie and what it could mean for the pod, update the leaderboard as the pressure ramps up, and dive into this week’s Paddy Power predictions with a North London Derby thrown into the mix. There’s a live package opened on air that nobody fully understands, some technical mishaps, a bit of shouting about scores, and the sort of disorder that only seems to happen when we’re not all in the same room.

Part 2 with Les drops next week. Trust us, you’ll want it.

00:00 – Intro: One of the Premier League’s original No.9s

02:12 – Early career doubts & never expecting to go pro

05:48 – Growing up in West London & early football influences

08:36 – Playing as a GOALKEEPER for three years

11:04 – The hat-trick that changed his position forever

14:22 – Non-league graft & the reality of rejection

17:10 – FA Vase Final at Wembley before the big time

20:45 – The move to Turkey: why he said yes

23:58 – First training session… 30,000+ fans watching

26:41 – Battling imposter syndrome abroad

29:55 – The mindset shift that transformed him

33:18 – Returning to QPR a completely different striker

37:42 – Becoming one of the Premier League’s most feared forwards

41:06 – Manchester United interest becomes real…

43:45 - Part 1 with Les ends

44:00 – Macclesfield FA Cup update ahead of kick-off

46:50 – Instagram shoutout (Greatest Kits)

50:30 – Catchphrase encounters in Soho

54:07 – Paddy Power segment begins

1:08:50 – On-air package chaos!

1:10:40 – Sign off… tune in for part 2 next week

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