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Turnstiles & Touchlines Podcast

Turnstiles & Touchlines Podcast

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Turnstiles & Touchlines is where English football’s passion meets perspective. From the Premier League’s global spectacle to the grit and charm of the EFL, we go beyond the scoreline to explore the tactics, history, culture, and characters that make the beautiful game what it is.


Each week, we break down the matches that matter, share lighter moments in The Halftime Pint, and bring you voices from The Away End — fans, journalists, and local storytellers who live and breathe their clubs. From the terraces to the touchline, we examine how stadiums, neighborhoods, and supporters shape the heartbeat of the game.


Whether you’re standing on the terraces, glued to Match of the Day, or learning why a Tuesday night in Stoke is a thing, this is football from the ground up — connecting the sport’s past with its present and its lasting impact beyond the pitch.


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Episodes
  • United at a Crossroads: Why the Manager Went & What Comes Next

    United at a Crossroads: Why the Manager Went & What Comes Next
    Jan 15 2026

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    Manchester United have dismissed another manager — but this episode isn’t about outrage or hot takes.

    After a brief absence, Turnstiles & Touchlines returns for 2026 with a deeper look at why this cycle keeps repeating at one of the world’s biggest clubs. From tactical drift and structural misalignment to the realities of caretaker periods and the risks of the next appointment, this episode breaks down what actually went wrong — and what realistic success looks like moving forward.

    This is a conversation about identity, governance, and what happens when history collides with the modern game.

    We’re back — and we’re starting where football’s biggest questions live.

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    39 mins
  • Lost Grounds: Football’s Forgotten Homes

    Lost Grounds: Football’s Forgotten Homes
    Dec 17 2025

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    Football isn’t just played on pitches — it’s shaped by places. This episode steps back into the stadiums that defined English football long before modern bowls and corporate stands took over. From Highbury and The Dell to Maine Road and Roker Park, we revisit the lost grounds that still echo through supporter memory and local identity.

    Exploring how architecture, neighborhoods, and matchday rituals created unforgettable atmospheres, this episode looks at why these stadiums meant so much to the communities that surrounded them — and why their stories still matter even after the stands are gone.

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    48 mins
  • Cult Heroes: The Players Supporters Never Forget

    Cult Heroes: The Players Supporters Never Forget
    Dec 3 2025

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    Some players become legends through trophies and statistics. Others become unforgettable through heart, chaos, loyalty, or a single moment supporters talk about for years. This episode explores the world of football’s cult heroes — the players supporters never forget.

    From the lower-league folk figures to the Premier League icons who defined eras with flashes of brilliance, this episode looks at what makes a cult hero stand out and why their impact lasts long after they’ve left the pitch. Supporter stories, character archetypes, and the emotional geography of football all come together to explain how certain players burn their way into club identity.

    Plus: a full roundup of the weekend’s Premier League and Championship results.

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    47 mins
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