Subbuteo (With David Beeden)

Remember flicking tiny plastic footballers across a green felt pitch while arguing over rules that nobody quite agreed on? Subbuteo was more than just a game – it was a childhood institution that generated passionate debates, creative improvisations, and hours of entertainment before video games changed everything.In this nostalgia-packed episode, we're joined by David Beeden (aka Deadbat) who shares his deep love for the tabletop football phenomenon that had kids collecting teams, building elaborate stadiums, and dreaming of owning that elusive Astro Turf pitch. From homemade snow scenes created with icing sugar to metal goals crafted by enthusiastic dads, we uncover the creative lengths players went to perfect their Subbuteo experience. We debate the confusing official rules that nobody seemed to follow, laugh about the ridiculously oversized trophies, and reminisce about the peculiar quirks of a game where all players looked identical (no black or bald footballers until much later) and the goals would fly away with every powerful shot.Whether you were a casual player or had a dedicated "Subbuteo room" with wardrobes full of teams, this episode will transport you back to an era when imagination ruled and tiny plastic men captured the beautiful game in miniature form. Share your own Subuteo memories with us and help keep the spirit of this beloved game alive!