So it's time. With the Champions League final imminent, Mark and Marcus pull together their joint best PSG & Arsenal XI as well as unpacking some of the stories behind why these two GIANTS of European football have been thought of as two of the most dangerous teams in the game. From Raya to Doue and beyond, this episode is the perfect Champions League Final breakdown ahead of an epic clash of styles, flare and ability.

The pair also look at both managers in Mikel Arteta and Luis Enrique as well as giving their predictions on who will be the 2026 European champions. Every week, Mark Pougatch and Marcus Buckland unpack unbelievable stories from the world of sporting history.

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In 1983 Yannick Noah became the first French player to win at one of the biggest events on the tennis calendar, Roland-Garros. It wasn't all about sensational drop shots, ferocious serves or legendary backhands, it was about spirit.

Noah wasn't only a star on the court but away from the game he maintained a successful music career playing in front of thousands, he stole hearts and above all made his mark on history. In this episode, Mark and Marcus highlight his impact on the sport as well as other standout players and Marcus gives his prediction on who he believes is favourite to win this year's competition.

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Cheats never prosper...well, try telling that to some. In this episode, Mark and Marcus unpack a variety of sporting scandals, from the Harlequins bloodgate incident to Rosie Ruiz joining the Boston Marathon only half from the finish and winning it. We look at the trials and tribulations surrounding those trying to get ahead of the curve.

The pair also give their view on the recent Southampton FC spying case, leading to expulsion from the Championship play-off final as well as other thrilling cheat stories from former Soviet pentathlete Boris Onishchenko and the 1919 Black Sox baseball team.

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Last minute goals, jubilation and heartbreak...winning a league title isn't quite as straightforward as you think. From Arsenal clinching top spot through goal average in 1971 to Manchester City's last gasp winner in 2012, Mark and Marcus wander back through time to take a look at some of the most thrilling title races.

In this episode, the pair also relive Leicester's magnificent league victory in 2016 alongside the extraordinary impact of Brian Clough at Nottingham Forest.

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Being a referee isn't exactly easy...but it becomes a whole lot harder when you get it wrong! In this bonus episode, Mark and Marcus look back on some of the most outrageous refereeing decisions in football, both club and country.

From incorrect offside calls to overzealous bookings, the pair break down some of the worst and most interesting choices made by referees. Stories include the 2009 Chelsea v Barcelona Champions League semi-final, Pedro Mendes' halfway line strike from 2005 against Manchester United and referee Wolf-Dieter Ahlenfelder's alcoholic indulgence before a game alongside many more.

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Major upsets, scintillating strikes and penalty saves. There can only be one day on the footballing calendar that houses such as brilliant chaos, the FA Cup final. In this episode we unpack four finals, each containing drama of their own! Mark unpicks Chelsea vs Leeds United from 1970 and Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion from 1983, whilst Marcus looks at Tottenham vs Manchester City from 1981 and Wimbledon vs Liverpool from 1988.

The pair also paint a picture of what FA Cup final day was like away from the pitch back in the day and give us some of their favourite personal memories.

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From Gordon Banks to Harry Kane...we're here! Mark and Marcus walks us through their all-time England XI from cat-like goalkeepers to sensational strikers, we dart across the decades looking at some of the most standout individuals to wear the 3-Lions shirt.

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Watched by more than 1 billion people, the Indian Premier League, otherwise known as the IPL, has become one of the most valuable sporting leagues in the world. Unlike traditional, the IPL brought an all-new feel to cricket, fast cars, extortionate paycheques and bright lights, yet is regarded as one of the highest standard of domestic T20 cricket around.

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On one Sunday night back in April 1985, 18 million people tuned-in to watch two men in bow ties try and pot a snooker ball in a theatre in Sheffield. Steve Davis vs Dennis Taylor was a game that had it all, some might say on paper the final was a mismatch but what occurred was in fact a night of surprise and a finish that has resonated down the ages.

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What better way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon than running 26.2 miles around the capital? With the London marathon fast approaching, Mark and Marcus hit the streets to find out exactly what the marathon is all about.

Marcus shades light on his eventful experience running the London Marathon, we look back on some of the weird and wonderful outfits people have worn across the years and explore the unsung heroes of long-distance running. The pair also select a handful of elite runners to look out for past and present.

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