Best Ycfc Podcasts (2025)

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Shay Not Given 1:33:15

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7h ago1:33:15

1:33:15

Are City out of the title race already? We discuss this and reflect on frustrating draws with Halifax and Boreham Wood plus a comfortable win over Wealdstone. We also look ahead to a trip to Barnsley, and reveal which York player trains racing pigeons. Timings: 04:46 Discussion of York City 4-0 Wealdstone 18:45 Discussion of York City 2-2 Boreham W…

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The Other Side: Boreham Wood (H) preview with Tom (From the stands - BWFC) 10:20

9d ago10:20

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Simon chats to Boreham Wood fan Tom ahead of their visit to the LNER Community Stadium. What's the secret behind Boreham Wood's impressive start to the season, and can they sustain a promotion challenge? Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcity Find all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy …

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Have I got Newbs for you 1:58:50

16d ago1:58:50

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We're joined by guest Paul Plowman to review an impressive FA Cup win at Rochdale and a league win at Hartlepool. We discuss Alex Newby's fine form, Greg Olley's encouraging start, jeans, and soup. Lastly we look ahead to 3 more league games in October. 00:39 - Introducing guest Paul Plowman 08:52 - Discussion of Hartlepool United 1-2 York City 27:…

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The Other Side: Rochdale (A) FA Cup preview with Mitchell (From the stands: Rochdale AFC) 10:43

21d ago10:43

10:43

Joining Simon to preview an intriguing FA Cup 4th Qualifying Round tie at Spotland is Rochdale fan Mitchell, who gives us the lowdown on Dale's flying start to the season and what to expect from them in Saturday's game. From the stands: Rochdale AFC - https://www.youtube.com/@FromthestandsRochdaleAFC Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameo…

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The Iron, man 1:36:46

28d ago1:36:46

1:36:46

Hop on board the York City rollercoaster! We recap some highs (a dominant 5-0 win over Carlisle, a creditable draw at Forest Green) and lows (home defeats to Solihull and Scunthorpe). We debate what went right/wrong, plus, is Robbie Savage likeable now?! Timings: 02:36 - Discussion of York City 0-1 Solihull Moors 15:37 - Discussion of York City 5-0…

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The Other Side: Scunthorpe United (H) preview with Barra from The Iron Hour 26:36

1M ago26:36

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Simon chats to Scunthorpe fan Barra from The Iron Hour podcast about Scunthorpe's impressive start to life back in the National League, ahead of their trip to face York. Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcity Find all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Other Side: Forest Green Rovers (A) preview with Rhys Anderson 8:33

1M ago8:33

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Ahead of York's trip to the New Lawn, Forest Green Rovers fan and reporter Rhys Anderson joins us to give the lowdown on Robbie Savage's table-topping side. Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcity Find all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Other Side: Carlisle United (H) preview with Dan Bateman 18:05

1M ago18:05

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To preview Carlisle's visit to the LNER Community Stadium, we're joined by Dan Bateman, Carlisle fan and host of the National League Lowdown podcast. Support Same Old City on Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcity Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcity Find all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…

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Same Old City Gold: Manchester United 0-3 York City (1995) 1:32:51

1M ago1:32:51

1:32:51

Originally released in September 2023, this re-release celebrates 30 years since York's famous win at Old Trafford. Features a deep dive into the game with guest Will Harris, plus an interview with Brian McClair to give a United perspective on the night. Donate to Same Old City at https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcity Timings: 01:17 - Remembering York's 3-…

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Alex in Wonderland 1:41:11

1M ago1:41:11

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How good is Alex Hunt?! We review a 100% winning start to Stuart Maynard's tenure as York manager including some lovely goals, debate tactics and wing-backs, and look ahead to some big games with Solihull, Carlisle and Forest Green Rovers. Timings: 04:23 Discussion of Yeovil Town 1-3 York City 20:55 Discussion of York City 4-0 Tamworth 38:10 Discus…

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The Other Side: Braintree Town (A) preview with Craig Porte 13:29

2M ago13:29

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We're joined by Craig Porte - Braintree Town fan, commentator and co-host of the National League Lowdown podcast - to preview York's upcoming trip to Braintree. Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcity Find all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Other Side: Tamworth (H) preview with Brett from TFC Social 12:04

2M ago12:04

12:04

We're joined by Brett, Tamworth fan and member of the TFC Social podcast, to give the lowdown on Tamworth ahead of the Lambs' visit to York on Tuesday night. Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcity Find all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Other Side: Yeovil Town (A) preview with Ben from Gloverscast 14:56

2M ago14:56

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Welcome to The Other Side, our new mini-episode format in which we're joined by opposition fans to preview York's upcoming games. Ben from Gloverscast joins us here to give the lowdown on Yeovil Town ahead of City's trip to Huish Park. Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcity Find all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted …

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Emergency Reaction Pod: Hinshelwood out, Maynard in 1:02:21

2M ago1:02:21

1:02:21

The king is dead, long live the king. We react to the shock news that York City have parted company with Adam Hinshelwood and replaced him with Stuart Maynard. We reflect on Hinshelwood's final three games in charge and look ahead to Maynard's start. Timings: 03:55 Reaction to Adam Hinshelwood's exit 23:50 Thoughts on the appointment of Stuart Mayn…

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Sutton for punishment 1:05:41

3M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

This episode was recorded live so the audio quality is different to usual! We look back on a frustrating opening day draw with Sutton, continue to debate Joe Felix's best position, and preview some long away trips coming up to Truro, Southend and Woking. Timings: 03:37 - Discussion of York City 2-2 Sutton United 29:06 - Talking points: should Joe F…

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2025/26 Season Preview - Part Two 57:25

3M ago57:25

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As the new season draws near, we gaze into our crystal ball and predict where every National League side will finish from 1-24. We're also joined by Sutton United fan and football writer Johnnie Lowery to preview the opening day clash with Sutton. Timings: 02:24 - Our 1-24 predictions - where Simon & Ben think each National League side will finish …

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2025/26 Season Preview - Part One 1:11:13

3M ago1:11:13

1:11:13

This time, we'll get it right. Simon and Ben start looking ahead to what promises to be a big season for YCFC - we discuss the new kits, transfer activity over summer, pre-season games and our hopes and fears for the coming campaign. Timings: 04:10 - Discussion of new home, away and third kits 13:34 - Transfer activity over summer, our thoughts on …

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The Big Fat Quiz of York City (Same Old City v The Crux Of It) 1:29:38

4M ago1:29:38

1:29:38

Two Bens. Two York City podcasts. One winner. Simon plays quizmaster in this summer special episode, Ben Aspinall and Ben Robinson are the quizzers, as we try to determine which podcast is the more knowledgeable about the good, the bad & the ugly of YCFC. Rounds include Thierry Chatty-Fairweather, Harrison Ground Hopper, Starting Eleven-t Yalcin an…

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Season Review 2024/25 (Truro away ole ole...) 1:31:01

5M ago1:31:01

1:31:01

It was the best of times, it was the blurst of times. We look back on a disappointing end to a brilliant season, covering the playoff defeat to Oldham, rumours of Hinshelwood leaving, and the 3UP campaign. We also hand out our end of season awards! Timings: 03:45 - Discussion of York City 0-3 Oldham Athletic 34:18 - Talking points: Hinshelwood leav…

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Playoff semi-final preview special 1:32:35

5M ago1:32:35

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Here we flipping go, boys. It's playoffs time and we have a panel of Simon, Ben, Will Harris & Stu Wilson to preview the crucial semi-final v Oldham. We're also joined by Latics fan Matt from the Boundary Park Alert System podcast to give the Oldham view. Timings: 01:02 - Introducing this week's guests Stu Wilson & Will Harris 04:49 - Discussion of…

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An embarrassment of Richardsons 1:22:03

6M ago1:22:03

1:22:03

This City team has broken many records this season, but can it break through the barrier to the Football League? We recap how our title challenge ended after recent games, and start looking ahead to the playoffs and who we might face. Timings: 05:12 Discussion of Gateshead 1-3 York City 22:27 Discussion of York City 1-1 Oldham Athletic 36:44 Discus…

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Se7en 1:11:02

7M ago1:11:02

1:11:02

Is the title race back on?! Ben and Simon take joy in recounting City's magnificent seven goals against Aldershot and an impressive win at Fylde. We debate whether catching Barnet is possible and look ahead to Gateshead and Oldham. Timings: 3:02 - Discussion of AFC Fylde 1-3 York City 14:30 - Discussion of York City 7-2 Aldershot 39:40 - Talking po…

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You can call me Mal 1:20:08

7M ago1:20:08

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The pod reflects on a return to form with big wins over Rochdale and Wealdstone after a blip at Braintree. We look ahead to the playoffs, debate which opponents we'd like to avoid, and ask whether 2025 Ollie Pearce is better than 2010 Richard Brodie. Timings: 02:43 Discussion of Yeovil Town 0-1 York City 08:49 Discussion of Braintree Town 2-1 York …

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The Happy Wanderers: remembering City's FA Cup semi-finalists 70 years on 1:18:57

7M ago1:18:57

1:18:57

A very special episode telling the story of York City's run to the FA Cup semi-final in 1955. Featuring club historian Paul Bowser, as well as interviews with fans who were at the games 70 years ago about their memories from the time. Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcity Find all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted o…

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We're going on a promotion Hunt 1:09:31

8M ago1:09:31

1:09:31

Playoffs it is then! We look back on frustrating home games with Forest Green Rovers and Altrincham who continue to be our nemesis, plus an away win at Hartlepool. We debate a possible switch to 3-5-2, Alex Hunt and more, and look ahead to 3 away games. Timings: 02:33 - Discussion of Hartlepool United 0-1 York City 12:11 - Discussion of York City 1…

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Better late than never 1:09:51

8M ago1:09:51

1:09:51

We love a late goal! Lots to reflect on in this episode - wins at Ebbsfleet and Maidenhead, a humbling at The Hive by Barnet and a topsy-turvy draw against Halifax. We debate whether the title race is still on and look ahead to some big games in March. Timings: 02:58 Discussion of Ebbsfleet United 0-2 York City 13:40 Discussion of Barnet 3-1 York C…

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Stone Cold 1:17:21

9M ago1:17:21

1:17:21

Stone the crows, we've got two good strikers! We chat Josh Stones' hat-trick against Woking, the 2-1 win v Dagenham, the title race and the 3UP campaign. We're also joined by Barnet fan Mem from BeesPod to discuss York's key upcoming game at the Hive. Timings: 02:00 - Discussion of York City 2-1 Dagenham & Redbridge 17:39 - Discussion of York City …

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Tinker failure, Oldham high 1:08:07

9M ago1:08:07

1:08:07

We reflect on Will Davies and his washbag coming back to haunt us, a fantastic away win at Oldham and a less than fantastic loss at Boston. We also debate Hinsh's tinkering, where signings are needed and which YCFC players we would trust as a babysitter. Timings: 01:53 - Discussion of York City 1-2 Sutton United 16:02 - Discussion of Oldham Athleti…

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Tics and Stones 1:15:56

10M ago1:15:56

1:15:56

Oh my Josh! We react to the surprise signing of Josh Stones, a permanent deal for Malachi Fagan-Walcott, and speculation about Dipo's future. We review league wins v Southend and Gateshead & a Trophy exit at Gainsborough, and look ahead to a busy January. Timings: 03:58 - Discussion of York City 3-0 Southend United 17:40 - Discussion of York City 1…

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Felix Navidad 1:32:18

11M ago1:32:18

1:32:18

A Christmas gift for you from Simon & Ben - an hour and a half of seasonal YCFC chat. We look back on Darlington & Tamworth, preview upcoming festive fixtures with insight from opposition fans, and review 2024/25 at the halfway point. "Yule" love it! Timings: 02:57 - York City 3-1 Darlington 12:41 - Tamworth 1-1 York City 28:54 - 2024/25 mid-season…

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Give Pearce a chance 1:26:27

11M ago1:26:27

1:26:27

It's a long one this week, as we've lots to get through (and plenty of goals!) We cover comprehensive wins over Yeovil & Maidenhead, disappointment at Altrincham again, and preview the FA Trophy clash with Darlington alongside Quakers fan Adam Cattell. We're also joined by a very special guest towards the latter half of the episode... Timings: 02:0…

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New Lawn Fades 1:12:47

11M ago1:12:47

1:12:47

It's the return of Ben to the pod, as we discuss the eventful 5-3 win v Hartlepool and the 2-0 loss at Forest Green. We also chat new arrivals, Donaldson back at City again and more. Plus, Dave from Gloverscast joins us to give the lowdown on Yeovil Town. Timings: 03:37 - Discussion of York City 5-3 Hartlepool United 20:25 - Discussion of Forest Gr…

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I want to talk about Fax 59:17

12M ago59:17

59:17

Simon is joined by Stu Wilson to look back on a memorable late win at Halifax and a gutsy performance at Wycombe in the FA Cup. We also look ahead to big games coming up against Hartlepool and Forest Green. Timings: 00:50 - Introducing Stu Wilson and his background as a YCFC fan 06:07 - Discussion of Halifax Town 1-2 York City 28:25 - Discussion of…

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The Ollie way is up 1:13:44

1y ago1:13:44

1:13:44

What sort of thing is happening here? 15 games in and it looks like we might just be in a title race! Simon and Will recap home wins over Ebbsfleet and Barnet, and we're joined by Luke Walsh to preview the trip to Halifax. Timings: 02:00 Discussion of York City 4-0 Ebbsfleet United 23:54 Discussion of York City 3-1 Barnet 47:57 Halifax (A) preview …

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Ben's substitute 1:09:50

1y ago1:09:50

1:09:50

Simon is joined by Will Harris to look back on the draw at Woking and the FA Cup win at Biggleswade. We're also joined by Finn from Fleet Zone to preview the visit of Ebbsfleet, and Mem from BeesPod to look ahead to the clash with table-topping Barnet. Timings: 02:55 Will's thoughts on City's season so far 06:46 Discussion of Woking 1-1 York City 2…

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Beastleigh Boys 58:56

1y ago58:56

58:56

We're joined by Biggleswade FC joint manager Dave Northfield to reflect on drawing York in the FA Cup 4th qualifying round and what it means to the club. We also recap the 0-0 draw with Eastleigh from the weekend and look ahead to the trip to Woking. Timings: 00:54 - Discussion of York 0-0 Eastleigh 17:12 - Talking points: how to adapt against team…

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I can Sinclair-ly now the goals have come 59:32

1y ago59:32

59:32

11 games in and we're still good?! Ben and Simon dive into the recent Aldershot and Solihull Moors games, discuss whether we're genuine title contenders, and preview the next date on the Hinshelwood revenge tour against Eastleigh. Plus, find out which former City player Ben used to play Call of Duty with! Timings: 02:28 - Discussion of Aldershot 0-…

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Born to beat Fylde 58:22

1y ago58:22

58:22

None of this "joint top of the league nonsense", we're clear in 1st now! We recap the 3-0 win over AFC Fylde, debate what could possibly go wrong, and look ahead to Aldershot and Solihull with Howard from The Shots Pod and Griff from Moors to the Point. Timings: 04:20 - Discussion of York City 3-0 AFC Fylde 23:05 - Talking points - most complete YC…

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Wealdstunned 56:34

1y ago56:34

56:34

We are (joint) top of the league! The pod reacts to two wins on the bounce against Wealdstone and Braintree and we try not to get too giddy. We're also joined by Jack Connor to preview the upcoming home game with AFC Fylde. Timings: 02:48 Discussion of Wealdstone 0-2 York City 24:05 Discussion of York City 2-1 Braintree Town 31:38 Talking points - …

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I Am LJL-gend 1:08:55

1y ago1:08:55

1:08:55

We're joined by guest Ben Robinson to recap the 2-0 win at Dagenham and chat about a new signing along with other talking points. We're also joined by Adam from Stonescast to preview Wealdstone away, and by Vaughan Creer to preview Braintree at home. Timings: 01:51 - Discussion of Dagenham & Redbridge 0-2 York City 25:57 - Talking points: New loan …

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The Boston Stranglers 59:57

1y ago59:57

59:57

We review a disappointing Bank Holiday weekend for the Minstermen, covering the draw at Sutton and home defeat to Boston. We're also joined by Terry from Dagenham & Redbridge podcast "A Game of Headers & Volleys" to preview City's trip to Victoria Road. Timings: 02:41 - Discussion of Sutton United 2-2 York City 24:48 - Discussion of York City 0-2 B…

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Lambs to the slaughter 1:06:12

1y ago1:06:12

1:06:12

Ben and Simon get a bit giddy about City's start to the season, reflecting on the home wins against Tamworth and Rochdale, debating just how well we can do this season and looking ahead to upcoming clashes with Sutton and Boston. Timings: 02:41 - Discussion of York City 2-0 Tamworth 17:28 - Discussion of York City 1-0 Rochdale 32:48 - Talking point…

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Roots Hall Manoeuvres 50:48

1y ago50:48

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The pod reacts to the opening day draw at Southend, and looks ahead to upcoming home games against Tamworth with guest appearances from the Tamworth FC Social Podcast and All Dale Aren't We. Timings: 00:49 - Discussion of Southend United 1-1 York City 27:31 - Tamworth (H) preview featuring Graham & Brett from the Tamworth FC Social Podcast 34:12 - …

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2024/25 Season Preview - Part Two 50:45

1y ago50:45

50:45

In the second part of our season preview, we're joined by Paul from Shrimperscast to get the lowdown on our first opponents Southend United, plus we discuss promotion contenders in the National League and make some bold predictions about City's season. Timings: 03:08 - National League discussion, promotion contenders, who might struggle 22:33 - Cit…

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2024/25 Season Preview - Part One 54:29

1y ago54:29

54:29

We kick off our preview of the 2024/25 season by analysing City's summer recruitment and how the squad is looking, take a quick look at the pre-season games and give our verdicts on three new kits. Plus, which star signing has Ben already written off, which player had a surprising transfer fee, and how exactly do you pronounce Aguiar? Timings: 05:2…

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Retro Rewind - YCFC best XI of the 21st Century (Forwards) 56:47

1+ y ago56:47

56:47

We complete our City elevens of the century by choosing the best forwards to have graced the hallowed turf of Bootham Crescent and/or the LNER since 2000. We also each select our top manager of the club from that time period. Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcity Find all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. …

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Retro Rewind - YCFC best XI of the 21st Century (Midfielders) 41:40

1+ y ago41:40

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The pod debates the best midfielders to have turned out for the Minstermen since 2000 as we continue to build our draft City teams of the Century. Donate to Same Old City: https://ko-fi.com/sameoldcity Find all our links at https://linktr.ee/sameoldcity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 34 - Season Review 2023/24 1:20:05

1+ y ago1:20:05

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The pod looks back on a topsy-turvy season which culminated in staying up by a single point after a final day defeat at Solihull Moors. We dish out our end of season awards, give our reactions to the club's retained list and look ahead to 2024/25. Plus, we answer the key questions such as whether Tony McMahon is secretly Count Binface. Timings: 03:…

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Episode 33 - Congratulations and permutations 59:00

1+ y ago59:00

59:00

This week we chat about the crucial 2-0 win over Woking, run some calculations to work out whether we'll stay up, preview the trip to Solihull Moors and reflect on the Ugglas' first season as owners. Timings: 01:57 - Discussion of York City 2-0 Woking (and Rochdale 0-0 Boreham Wood) 30:43 - Talking points: Fallowfield wins Clubman of the Year, Matt…

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Episode 32 - George Yikes-Kenworthy 58:08

1+ y ago58:08

58:08

We react to a tempestuous defeat to Eastleigh that drags York back into the relegation fight, debate the ongoing goalkeeping conundrum, and look ahead to a crucial last home game of the season against Woking. Timings: 02:26 - Discussion of York City 0-1 Eastleigh 33:12 - Talking points including goalkeeping, worst YCFC cameos and how many the last …