The Big Man Up Top is the podcast where football meets faith! Hosted by Liverpool fan Joe and Stoke supporter Ed, this series dives into the latest football action while exploring how their Christian faith impacts their lives as passionate football fans.
Each week Joe and Ed bring you light-hearted debates, engaging football trivia, and fun takes on the latest football news and matches. But The Big Man Up Top isn't just about the game. It's about the people in and around football whose faith has influenced their journeys and changed their lives. Hear inspiring stories from players, coaches, fans and those in the media who share how their faith has shaped their experiences on and off the pitch.
The Big Man Up Top; where football and faith come together.
Coming soon to UCB Player, or wherever you get your podcasts. Brought to you by UCB.
The Big Man Up Top is the podcast where football meets faith! Hosted by Liverpool fan Joe and Stoke supporter Ed, this series dives into the latest football action while exploring how their Christian faith impacts their lives as passionate football fans.
Each week Joe and Ed bring you light-hearted debates, engaging football trivia, and fun takes on the latest football news and matches. But The Big Man Up Top isn't just about the game. It's about the people in and around football whose faith has influenced their journeys and changed their lives. Hear inspiring stories from players, coaches, fans and those in the media who share how their faith has shaped their experiences on and off the pitch.
The Big Man Up Top; where football and faith come together.
Coming soon to UCB Player, or wherever you get your podcasts. Brought to you by UCB.

In this week's episode of 'The Big Man Up Top,' Ed and Joe explore the latest football highlights, starting with analysis of key Premier League matches: Manchester United’s victory over Chelsea, Arsenal’s tense draw with Manchester City, and Liverpool’s narrow win against Everton. The hosts also mourn the loss of former Liverpool women's manager Matt Beard and share tributes from the football community. Additionally, they reflect on the significance of football in fostering community connections and discuss the role of church communities in mental wellbeing; talking with Bridge the Gap CEO Tristan Lury, who talks about the organization's mission to integrate football with community bonding.
Want to get in touch? Send us an email at podcasts@ucb.co.uk or leave a comment on YouTube (@bigmanuptoppod) or Spotify. Or if you're into fantasy football you can join our mini-league at https://fantasy.premierleague.com/leagues/auto-join/1eqc6z
(00:03:14) - TRIBUTE TO MATT BEARD
(00:04:53) - FOOTBALL ROUNDUP
(00:20:20) - BIG CHAT: FOOTBALL AS COMMUNITIES
(00:40:57) - BIBLE BALLERS/