The WORST episodes of The English Game

Every episode of The English Game ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of The English Game!

Two 19th-century footballers on opposite sides of a class divide navigate professional and personal turmoil to change the game — and England — forever.

Last Updated: 1/28/2026Network: NetflixStatus: Ended

7.39

209 votes

#1 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/20/2020

Fergus faces a gut-wrenching decision that could affect his relationships in Darwen. Arthur's new outlook rankles his posh friends and family.

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7.46

257 votes

#2 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/20/2020

A cotton mill owner in working-class Darwen hires two star Scottish footballers to join the local team in hopes of competing for the FA Cup title.

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7.51

204 votes

#3 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/20/2020

Martha gets difficult news. Arthur and Alma make a grim discovery. Fergus struggles in his new role, and a match in Blackburn ends in chaos.

7.52

216 votes

#4 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/20/2020

As Fergus brings new life to the football club, emotions run high when a wage cut is imposed at the mills. Arthur makes a new connection in Darwen.

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7.54

196 votes

#5 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/20/2020

A guilt-stricken Fergus gets shocking news from Martha. Walsh and Cartwright make a pact. The FA takes drastic action without Arthur's input.

8.09

213 votes

#6 - Episode 6

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/20/2020

Fergus heads to London to make an appeal to the FA. Arthur pleads with his friends to act for the good of the game as the FA Cup Final approaches.

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