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Robert East - A Far Cry From Brazil

4 Extra Debut. Everyone at Macclesborough FC is desperate for a win, but the ref's got his own problems. Stars Doug Fisher and John Baddeley.

**** This comedy drama was suggested by Paul Newman as part of BBC Radio 4 Extra’s All Request Weekend ****

The manager of Macclesborough FC is desperate for a win.

So are the players, the fans and the directors!

Unfortunately, their fate is in the hands of a referee who's got problems of his own...

Starring Doug Fisher and John Baddeley.

Footballing drama written by Robert East.

Ken .... Doug Fisher
Douggie .... John Baddeley
Les .... Steve Hodson
Ray .... Keith Drinkel
Maureen .... Geraldine Fitzgerald
Pam .... Stephanie Turner
Julian .... Robert East

Director: Matthew Walters

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in April 1993.

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1 hour

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Mon 12 Feb 202401:55
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