The Beautiful Game Podcast

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 148 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW MICHAEL CAULFIELD- We discussed the career of Michael #Caulfield with the man himself. We discussed his career in sports, working with Gareth Southgate, the work he has done with Brentford, the early days of his career + much more.00:00 Intro1:12 Guest intro1:40 What do you do?2:57 Falling in love with the beautiful game.9:07 Pivoting into Football from a horse racing background15:10 First client in football18:00 Working with Gareth Southgate23:38 What does Gareth need to do to take the next step28:48 How does it feel hearing Southgate criticism?31:08 Current role as Brentford first team psychologist37:59 Do you seek out conversation or do you wait for conversation to come to you?43:35 How do you improve the mindset of a player?50:21 Ivan Toney situation57:39 What needs to change for players to get more comfortable?1:13:30 Ollie Watkins1:17:44 Relationship with Thomas Frank1:24:59 Michael's relationship with mental health1:25:55 Has this generation gone soft in terms of mental health1:29:02 Gen Z mentality1:32:41 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 147 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BRODIE COUSINS - We discussed the career of Brodie #Cousins with the man himself. We discussed working with footballers, starting his business in elite performance, preventing #injury + much more.0:00 Intro0:32 Guest Intro1:55 Who is Brodie Cousins?2:36 Brodie's early days4:08 What steps did you take to build your strength and conditioning business11:35 Were your family supportive?13:38 What do you offer to athletes16:29 What drills do you perform?17:00 How important is it to create a good working environment for your clients?19:04 How do you manage your schedule 21:44 Talk to us about the summer training camp in Dubai?25:20 What advice would you give to someone that wants to get into your space?27:34 Do you like at anyone else in your space?29:38 What are the perks of your job?30:18 Talk to us about the yotubers you work with?33:50 How is it training iShowSpeed37:30 How is it working with Steven Bartlett?39:42 What has been your biggest moment45:08 Have you spoken to clubs?48:38 What is the end goal?53:00 Life outside of work54:03 Closing remarks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 146 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW TODD #CANTWELL - We discussed the career of Todd Cantwell with the man himself. We discussed playing for Norwich, playing in the Premier league, the end of #Norwich career, relationship with ownership, joining #Rangers and working under Mick Beale + much more0:00 Intro2:02 Guest intro2:20 How is Todd doing?2:58 How did Todd's journey start?6:27 When did you feel first team was a realistic possibility?8:35 Arsenal interest at a young age10:20 Dealing with injuries in the academy11:38 Making first team debut against Chelsea17:00 Mindset of playing in the premier league18:40 playing number 1019:50 Being the man to replace Maddison at Norwich20:56 Memories of beating Manchester City22:10 Losing 10 in a row/ poor mentality26:40 Interest in Todd after relegation29:20 Dominating championship season/ promotion31:00 More rumours about Todd's future32:00 Bayern Munich move falling through 33:10 Overwhelming nature of attracting interest as a young player35:25 Strange relationship dynamic with Stuart Webber36:52 Leeds move falling through37:51 Did relationship with Norwich become toxic?41:11 What was happening behind the scenes?47:20 Getting subbed of against Aston Villa49:03 How did you get through the situation mentally?52:36 Did you escalate issues to Delia Smith?53:55 Norwich situation going past the point of return55:55 How did Rangers move come about?58:32 Gigantic size of Rangers football club1:00:00 Working with Michael Beale1:04:19 Dressing room after Michael Beale left Rangers1:06:06 Challenges of gelling as a new team with 9 signings1:09:00 Playing Celtic and PSV in the same week1:12:00 Relationship with Rangers fans1:13:54 Chris Sutton drama1:16:07 Rangers vs Celtic rivalry1:18:21 Is Celtic dominance mental?1:22:38 Rangers dressing room1:24:35 Plenty of football to play1:25:11 Plan to be back after international break1:26:06 Frank Lampard rumours 1:26:42 Life outside of football1:31:53 Investments outside of football1:32:36 Social media abuse1:36:00 Have managers tried to tame you? 1:38:03 Drug testing in football1:41:51 What does Todd want the rest of his career to look like at the end?1:43:39 Guest recommendations1:44:57 Outro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 145 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW DEMETRI MITCHELL - We discussed the career of Demetri #Mitchell with the man himself. We discussed growing up in the #ManchesterUnited Academy, playing for #Exeter. the highlights of career, building his clothing line + much more.0:00 Intro1:00 Guest Intro2:02 Dem opens up on Jamaica4:31 Who are you?5:44 Take us back to the beginning?8:10 Talk to us about growing up in a council estate?9:34 When did you realise you had something for football?11:03 How was the journey through the Manchester United System?14:00 Why did the club give you a new deal?14:51 Talk to us about the Manchester United academy16:27 What is the cliff?17:27 How was your first team debut?19:46 How was it under Jose Mourinho23:08 How was Paul Pogba?25:41 What was the conversation with your dad after making your debut at MUFC?26:24 What is the convo with the club after making your debut?29:36 Is there anything you would have done differently at United and what happened after your United career?38:10 How was it playing for Hearts?40:50 Talk to us about Blackpool?48:43 How is it when you're on the bench and not starting games?50:17 Hibbs chat56:23 How was your relationship with Lee Johnson1:00:00 Talk to us about the mental battle of recovering from injuries1:03:20 How was it joining Exeter?1:10:50 Do GxA stats get you to a higher level1:12:21 Would you say you're feeling fitter than ever and what's next for you?1:14:05 How are the finances in the lower leagues?1:19:30 Life outside of football1:22:30 How is the drug testing in football?1:24:02 Talk to us about Benirclo1:33:20 Manchester United chat1:36:00 Closing remarks and outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 144 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW SÉBASTIEN BASSONG - We discussed the career of #sébastienbassong the man himself. We discussed life in retirement, #harrykane, going through mental challenges during his career, being banished by Norwich #daniellevy , #andreonana, #lukamodric + much more.0:00 Into2:06 Guest intro3:06 Who is Sébastien Bassong?9:40 When did Seb realise his career was coming to an end?12:30 Being banished by Norwich20:21 Altercations in the dressing room22:46 Tag team fight with Andy Carroll 26:41 Mental challenges after being banished by Norwich29:20 Seeking therapy32:00 Being Frozen out at Tottenham35:30 Liverpool being his lucky charm40:47 What happened in Seb's first therapy session44:00 Childhood Trauma48:25 Going AWOL to leave Newcastle53:40 Sébastien's experience of being involved in a transfer saga56:26 Does Harry Kane need to leave Tottenham?58:09 Is Harry Kane the best striker in the world?1:00:49 Is Daniel Levy good for Tottenham?1:06:12 Luka Modric brilliance1:09:46 What does Seb do now?1:18:23 What does Cameroon mean to you?1:20:43 Andre Onana1:24:44 One thing Seb would like to change in football1:31:00 Guest recommendations 1:32:00 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 143 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW KEITH ASARE - We discussed the career of Keith #Asare with the man himself. We discussed, Keith's #football career, recovering from multiple #injuries, Playing with Brennan Johnson, struggling to get over short lived football career, his career in business + much more.0:00 Intro3:04 Guest intro3:34 Who is Keith Asare4:46 How Keith got into football8:09 When did you realise you have talent9:45 Southend FA youth cup game11:30 Feeling the love at Southend12:38 Premier League clubs showing interest at 1313:20 Why did Keith choose Nottingham Forest15:49 Family reaction to signing for Nottingham Forest16:30 Youth team at Nottingham Forest18:04 First big injury20:39 Road to recovery22:24 Interest from Dortmund23:25 Signing first pro contract25:33 What was holding Keith back from progressing 27:29 Effects of injury30:10 Becoming a monster32:50 Progress on injury/ Rehab37:30 Coming back from Injury then getting injured again39:43 Speaking to club psychiatrist40:50 Zoom chat with the Doctor43:15 Moving back into Mums house46:00 Moving to Spain to 4 months48:15 Going to Club Brugge50:52 Going through Depression53:13 How having to retire has changed Keith54:53 Are you happy58:13 Keith's Concierge business1:04:48 Life outside of business1:15:34 Guest recommendation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 142 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW OLA AINA - We discussed the career of Ola #Aina with the man himself. We discussed, growing up on ends, playing for #Chelsea, his time with #Torino, coming back to England + much more.0:00 Intro03:09 Guest intro04:34 Growing up in Bermondsey 07:10 Where did football journey begin09:37 Becoming a Chelsea fan10:27 Getting scouted12:01 Choosing between Chelsea and Tottenham academy14:15 Tottenham messing his family around16:00 Signing for Chelsea18:00 Chelsea golden youth team24:39 Wanting to leave before Conte came to the club26:50 Being in around the first team28:37 Eden Hazard31:27 Jose Mourinho man management34:50 Antonio Conte man management37:45 Conte's 3 at the back system38:45 Going on loan to Hull41:40 Sarri not having Ola43:11 Going to Torino47:25 Playing in Italy48:42 Fans coming to training ground52:03 Playing against Cristiano Ronaldo53:40 Finding out Torino has a buy clause56:25 2022/23 season at Torino58:13 Loan spell at Fulham1:00:25 Racism in Italy1:02:38 Current situation with Ola1:03:29 West Ham bidding during the season1:08:53 Would Ola consider Saudi1:09:48 Are Chelsea academy prospects underrated1:13:10 Tammy and Tomori lack of England opportunities1:16:10 Ola's international journey1:19:24 Why isn't it clicking for Nigeria?1:25:22 Victor Osimhen1:27:00 African success in World Cup1:28:10 Life outside of football01:36:55 Guest recommendation01:38:50 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 141 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW NATHAN BUTLER-OYEDEJI - We discussed the career of Nathan #Butler-Oyedeji with the man himself. We discussed; his journey to signing his first pro contract at #Arsenal, recovering from several injuries, going on loan, plans for the future, #Saliba rise to the top + muchmore Timestamps0:00 Intro1:18 Guest intro3:33 Who are you?4:50 When do you realise that you have something?6:11 Why was your dad against playing for a Sunday league team?6:44 How did you join Arsenal?7:55 How long did it take to get signed by Arsenal?9:26 Talk to us about going through the ranks?10:38 What's your advice to youngsters that are going through a rough patch?11:58 What happens at age 12-13?13:33 How long were you injured for14:00 What did you learn about yourself when you were injured?14:50 What happens after injury?16:46 When did you move into digs?18:06 Take us through the process of signing a scholar?19:04 What role does Per play in the academy?20:04 What are you friends on the ends saying after signing your scholar?22:07 What is your situation at 17-1823:04 How did you feel when you signed your pro contract at Arsenal25:19 What did you do when you signed that first pro contract?26:22 What is the plan after signing your pro?27:50 NBO on Saliba being too good for U2128:19 Talk to us about last season?28:54 Talk to us about going on loan to Accrington Stanley and your experience34:00 What is the convo with Arsenal after your loan?34:40 Talk to us about going to Dubai with the first team and what players took you under their wing37:16 Talk to us about Myles Lewis Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri38:19 What's the plan for next season?41:00 Have you spoken to Arsenal about going out on loan and how is pre season going?41:47 How you feeling physically after several injuries?42:14 How has you dialogue with Arteta been?43:00 How do you assess Arsenal's transfer window so far45:00 Life outside of football49:26 Guest recommendation50:15 Closing remarks50:38 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 140 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW NIGEL JAMES - We discussed the career of Nigel #James with the man himself. We discussed; his short playing career, being the father to Reece and Lauren James, The decisions his made throughout their careers, Reece being linked to Real #Madrid, the current situation at #Chelsea + much more.00:00 Intro00:50 Guest Intro3:00 Who is Nigel James?3:41 When did you get that bug for football?15:36 How long was your transition from playing to coaching19:00 Nigel on Reece James early career and the struggles faced in the journey29:09 Was there a time where you considered leaving Chelsea?31:00 Reece transitioning to Right Back37:51 Reece James going on loan to Wigan44:35 Derby trying to loan Reece James in Jan48:03 Were any other PL clubs interested in Reece after his loan spell at Wigan50:01 What made you guys decide to stay at Chelsea?54:00 How did you deal with the adversity during Reece's career59:10 How do you balance football and education?1:04:35 Talk to us about Lauren James journey?1:11:30 Nigel on Lauren leaving Arsenal, playing for Manchester United and then joining Chelsea1:15:20 How does it feel having 2 of your children playing as England internationals?1:16:04 How do you manage the spotlight?1:21:13 Talk to us about Agents1:29:31 Was Reece James every close to joining Real Madrid1:31:22 How do you access Chelsea performance last season1:32:50 Have you spoken to the new manager?1:34:42 Talk to us about Mason Mount?1:36:17 Talk to us about CHO and why it has not worked out?1:38:44 What is your advice to parents that have kids who want to be footballers?1:42:56 How is Reece's fitness?1:46:23 Talk to us about Trent Alexander-Arnold1:50:04 Nigel on his coaching academy1:55:19 Closing remarks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 140 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW KHAYON EDWARDS - We discussed the career of Khayon #Edwards with the man himself. We discussed; coming through the #Arsenal academy, training with Chelsea, Using Hale End alumni's as inspiration, plans for the future, Saka, Flo Balogun, Nketiah and #Jesus + much more. 0:00 Intro0:54 Guest intro2:57 What have you been up to during the holidays4:08 Do you chat about football outside of football?4:33 Take us back to the beginning6:10 When did you join Arsenal?7:10 How were the facilities at Chelsea and Arsenal acadamies?8:13 Talk to us about your family?9:35 How important is religion to you?9:57 How is your friendship group?10:58 How is it growing up in modern society11:26 Talk to us about going through the ranks at Arsenal14:46 Who was in your age group?15:27 How was it signing your first pro contract in 2022?16:02 Take us through the day of signing the contract?18:00 What was your mindset after you signed your pro deal?18:37 Khayon player profile20:34 When was that welcome to the first team moment?21:28 How was it transitioning into the first team?23:00 Sum up your season24:40 How you spoken to Mikel Arteta25:50 Who is the best trainer and the team leader?26:38 Talk to us about your injury30:29 Have you thought of your aims and objectives for next season?30:51 Where do you stand in your development now 33:45 Do you like at Flo Balogun's rise as inspiration?35:20 Do you see the Twitter hype?36:00 Talk to us about last season title running?37:25 What's your message to the Arsenal fans?38:15 Are you a student of the game?40:10 Life outside of football41:47 Have you thought about your international future?44:00 Khayon thoughts on social media46:00 What are you doing now to make sure you hit the ground running in pre season?47:02 Closing remarks47:54 Guest recommendation50:03 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 139 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ISAIAH JONES - We discussed the career of Isaiah #Jones with the man himself. We discussed; playing in the non-league circuit, breaking through at #Middlesborough, Chuba #Akpom's rise, his battle with mental health + much more.0:00 Intro2:40 Guest intro4:04 Humble beginnings6:04 Joining Lambeth All stars7:45 Growing up in Peckham8:45 Falling in love with football9:51 Trial at Charlton12:25 Tooting and Mitcham15:26 Playing in Non-League17:04 Joining Middlesbrough21:28 Adapting to a pro environment23:44 Training with the first team25:10 Going out on loan to St Johnstone35:50 Queen of the South loan40:05 Altercation with Neil Warnock42:46 Redemption under Neil Warnock44:00 Shining in debut season at Middlesborough49:08 Time under Chris Wilder54:05 Start of 2022/2355:40 Chuba Akpom59:10 Isaiah's Mental health challenges1:10:05 Middlesborough's end to the season.1:14:19 Michael Carrick message after play off defeat1:17:39 International future1:19:21 What's next for Isaiah?1:21:53 Cameron Archer1:22:50 Off the Pitch1:26:13 Guest recommendations1:27:38 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 138 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW LEE DYKES- We discussed the career of Brentford's technical director Lee #Dykes with the man himself. We discussed; his career through the ranks, signing Ivan #Toney, being linked with the Spurs job, David Raya's future at #Brentford, recruitment + much more..0:00 Intro1:30 Guest Intro2:37 Lee's journey in football16:20 Skills Lee transferred from playing days to being a technical director.17:42 Assessing Brentford's season20:04 Work that goes on behind the scenes22:45 How do you go about identifying talent?24:50 Do Brentford see themselves as a stepping stone for talent?27:15 Brentford academy returning29:02 Lee on recruitment31:21 Recruiting Ivan Toney36:16 Ivan Toney contract talks?37:19 Ivan Toney not being able to train38:50 Lee being linked with bigger clubs?45:24 David Raya situation48:42 Brentford interest in Viktor Gyökeres50:03 How difficult is it finding hidden gems?52:17 Almost signing Mudryk53:52 Josh Dasilva Premier League career55:09 Lee Dykes future58:25 Views on the Premier League this season1:00:19 Lee's message to the fans1:02:11 Lee's summer plans1:03:37 Life outside of football1:06:20 Final thoughts1:07:02 Closing tradition1:07:55 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 137 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW TYREECE JOHN-JULES - We discussed the career of TJJ with the man himself. We discussed; playing for #Arsenal as a youngster, his multiple loan spells which include #Ipswich, Granit Xhaka's mentality, plans for the future, Mikel #Arteta + much more.0:00 Intro0:50 Guest Intro2:03 Take us back to the beginning 3:38 Have you always been a striker?4:06 When did you notice that you were on smoke?5:00 Who was in your age group?6:00 Talk to us about sponsorships and agents?6:42 How were the family when you signed your scholar at Arsenal?8:00 Unai Emery faith and jump up to the first team9:07 Talk to us about integrating into the first team10:34 How did having fellow youngsters in the first team help you?11:10 Talk to us about being in the first and the going out on loan?12:25 Are you heavily involved in deciding a loan?13:25 Were they any other teams that were interested in you14:53 Talk to us about your first loan spell?15:54 How did you settle in with the fans and the club?16:54 How do you describe your loan spell at Lincoln?19:00 What was the plan after you signed your pro deal?21:11 Talk to us about Darren Moore22:17 What's the convo with Arsenal after your Doncaster loan?23:00 What was the diff between League 1 and Champ?25:33 After all the loans how are you feeling in regards to your Arsenal future?28:32 How has it been watching Ipswich29:17 Will you be getting a promotion medal?30:18 What does falling in love with a club mean?31:10 Do you feel your getting closer or further away from the Arsenal first team?32:57 Where are you at now?34:00 Talk to us about recovering from injuries?35:27 How bad does it get when your injured?37:03 What does your family mean to you?38:02 Are you open to extending your Arsenal contract?38:55 How do you view Arsenal's rise?41:06 Have Arsenal had conversations about your future? 41:50 Talk to us about Mikel Arteta and your daily set up?43:15 What's your take on Arsenal season so far?44:08 How is Granit Xhaka?45:30 Bukayo Saka talk47:37 Eddie Nketiah talk49:42 Flo Balogun talk51:02 Talk to us about representing England & your international future?52:32 How do we get to the bottom of your injuries?54:46 Are there any plans to do a hot weather training camp?56:05 Talk to us about the Arsenal fans?57:07 How is your social media relationship?57:48 Life outside football59:37 How do you protect your wealth?1:00:40 Final message to Arsenal fans1:01:30 Final thoughts1:02:00 Guest recommendation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 137 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ANDRE WISDOM - We discussed the career of Andre #Wisdom with the man himself. We discussed; breaking through at #Liverpool, playing with Gerrard and Carra, working under Frank #Lampard at Derby, Brendan Rodgers, getting stabbed multiple times + much more. 0:00 Intro1:30 Guest intro2:49 Humble beginnings10:38 Joining Liverpool from Bradford12:15 Adapting his game technically14:08 How was Carragher and Gerrard with the youngsters16:41 Raheem Sterling opening the door for Liverpool youngsters21:10 Working with Brendan Rodgers23:50 Representing Liverpool31:16 How was it like playing with Carragher32:24 Going out on Loan to Derby36:42 West Brom loan/ working with Pulis38:41 Lifestyle of being a young footballer42:35 Playing for RB Salzburg44:24 Dayot Upemecano44:57 Knowing his Liverpool career was over.47:30 Going back to Derby permanently49:14 Working under Frank Lampard55:33 Getting stabbed57:30 Rushing recovery after being stabbed1:01:00 Feelings on being stabbed1:02:11 Police need to do better1:03:52 Mental trauma of being stabbed1:06:25 Receiving therapy1:08:45 Accepts responsibility for stabbing1:11:04 Going to clubs on trial1:17:10 What happens if the phone doesn't ring?1:18:54 Going from Liverpool to being clubless1:20:48 Representing England U21s1:25:22 How Andre has been keeping afloat whilst not playing for 2 years.1:28:24 Renting out his properties to Liverpool football club.1:31:23 Being the breadwinner with different circumstances1:33:39 Have you spoken to any of your old clubs about training with them?1:37:18 Watching the current Liverpool team1:40:35 Trent/ Best right back?1:43:45 Jurgen Klopp 1:46:48 Why Andre is not on social media1:50:28 Life outside of football1:53:43 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 136 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW CARLOS RICHARDS - We discussed the career of youngster Carlos #Richards with the man himself. We discussed; making #Derby debut, meeting Wayne #Rooney, recovering from rejections + much more.00:00 Intro1:55 Guest intro2:33 Take us back to the beginning6:37 Carlos Richards upbringing8:28 How did you get into football?9:52 Initial Chelsea rejection10:50 Views on stats vs performance12:02 Juggling school with football14:39 Overcoming rejection19:42 Signing for Derby22:18 Staying in Digs 24:15 How is it leaving your family?25:15 Transitioning from London to Derby26:21 Managing friendship groups28:08 Getting called to play for the first team30:14 How is Wayne Rooney the manager?31:14 How do you assess your own game?31:11 Which players are you studying?33:06 Bukayo Saka33:49 Deep dive on the whole debut experience37:25 Carlos on experienced players38:09 This season39:02 Experience of being thrown into the limelight as younger players 40:45 Can you be thrown in too soon as a youngster?43:46 Views on football snobbery towards Gibraltar46:00 Contract situation47:11 Life outside of football56:51 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 135 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW JOSH DASILVA- We discussed the career of Josh #Dasilva with the man himself. We discussed; coming through the #Arsenal academy, leaving Arsenal, why he joined #Brentford, Thomas Frank, new contract talks, Ivan Toney, Bukayo Saka + much more.Timestamps00:00 Intro00:55 Guest Intro2:12 Who is Josh Dasilva?4:08 What position did you start in?5:02 When did you notice that you have a knack for football?7:17 Who is in your age group at Arsenal and how was the energy?9:15 How was it going through the ranks at Arsenal?12:15 What adversity did you have to go through?15:23 When did you feel that you can make it as a pro baller?17:40 When was the moment that you got called in to train with the first team?20:20 Speak to us about Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez?22:53 What did you need to develop to play in midfield?24:55 How was that feeling of making your Arsenal debut?28:16 What happened between making your debut and leaving Arsenal?31:10 Talk to us about your Arsenal departure?34:06 Did Arsenal map out a future for you?35:45 What made you join Brentford? (A story on failed Birmingham move)41:06 How long was the period between the Birmingham medical and the Brentford move?42:10 Talk to us about the period of Brentford being in the Champ46:32 Did you have any concrete offers from EPL clubs?47:02 Talk to us about the Brentford front three in the Champ and Brentford's play off run?52:04 How is the atmosphere when you got promoted to the Prem?55:52 Talk to us about your hip injury?1:02:11 How difficult was it for you from a mental standpoint to cope with the injury?1:04:26 Talk to us about your Prem career so far?1:11:07 How would you assess you season from an individual standpoint?1:13:18 What is the reason as why the gaffer is not starting you?1:14:40 How are you feeling in terms of a percentage?1:17:14 Talk to us about winning at the Etihad?1:19:14 Do you feel at this current moment that you're one of Brentford's best players?1:20:10 Talk to us about Ivan Toney?1:21:28 What do you think Ivan can achieve in the game?1:22:55 Has Ivan missed a penalty in training?1:24:00 What has been you biggest victory this season?1:26:00 Talk to us about the gaffer and how is he as an individual?1:27:26 Have you had contract talks?1:28:38 What would you be looking at if you extend your stay at Brentford?1:30:00 What is the aims for the rest of the season?1:32:00 Talk to us about Brentford fans?1:33:30 Talk to us about representing England?1:35:17 Talk to us about Reece James?1:37:52 Talk to us about Arsenal? (Bukayo Saka insight)1:40:38 Who do you think is going to win the Premier league?1:42:28 Life outside of football?1:44:40 How do you protect your wealth?1:46:00 What's the drip on date night?1:47:40 What music are your rocking with?1:50:38 What's the aims and objective for you in the next 12-24 months1:52:20 Guest recommendation1:54:30 Closing remarks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 134 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ADAM IDAH - We discussed the career of Adam #Idah with the man himself. We discussed playing for #Norwich, recovering from a knee injury, looking up to #Lukaku, his relationship with Steven Kenny + much more.Timestamps00:00 Intro1:50 Guest intro2:05 Thoughts on current season2:55 How has club environment been?3:49 Dean Smiths impact on Adams game4:45 How would you assess your personal season so far?7:31 Mental challenges of overcoming injuries11:23 Norwich rewarding Adam with a long term contract.12:16 What does Norwich mean to you?13:17 How is Adam feeling physically?15:20 How is it playing under David Wagner?17:31 What do you want to be as a player?20:24 Battling CB's21:26 Big number 9s being back in fashion22:24 Do the club view you as a long term replacement to Pukki?23:33 How do you deal with fan criticism?25:24 How fit do you feel at the minute?27:27 Belief from the manager28:40 Feelings on career so far?29:37 Playing at Old Trafford and scoring hat trick31:20 Thoughts on promotion and relegation33:24 Reported Man United interest34:18 When did you realise you had the spark for football?37:59 Thoughts on playing for Ireland39:56 Thoughts on Max Aarons41:02 Life outside of football48:18 Outro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 133 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BRITT ASSOMBALONGA - We discussed the career of Britt #Assombalonga with the man himself. We discussed playing in Turkey, relationship with Tony Pulis, his time at Middlesbrough, signing for #Watford, Mario #Ballotelli and Britt's international football + much more.0:00 Intro0:56 Guest Intro3:13 Talk to us about the here and now3:45 How did the move to Watford materialise4:33 What problems did you have in Turkey and why did you leave?6:23 Were any other clubs interested in you?7:00 What is it about Turkey that it is attracting talent7:52 How was Turkey different to England?8:30 How was the president at Adana?9:28 How would you sum up your time in Turkey10:42 How was Mario Ballotelli?12:52 How was the mental challenges?14:38 Why did you choose to go to Turkey?15:46 Did you have talks with Middlesbrough to extend your contract?17:12 Talk to us about the back end of your time at Borough?22:49 Talk to us about Chuba Akpom24:45 Talk to us about working under Tony Pulis35:08 Were there any training rules?35:53 Has Chuba Akpom got what it takes to play in the EPL37:11 How would you assess your time at Middlesbrough38:43 How did the football journey start for you?42:39 How did you find going down to the lower leagues?44:10 Talk to us about Peterborough48:44 How was it playing at Nottingham Forest?49:28 Talk to us about Mikhail Antonio50:18 Where was your mindset at after scoring so many goals at Peterborough51:15 What Premier Leagues clubs were in for you before you joined Middlesbrough?53:28 How much did Burnley bid for you?54:01 How has it been being back at Watford57:05 How are you feeling physically?57:37 How is the dressing room at Watford?59:05 What is your mindset in regards to your Watford deal?59:56 Talk to us about your international career?1:03:00 Talk to us about the infrastructure of African football?1:07:18 Life outside of football1:09:42 Talk to us about your injury?1:11:31 How was the recovery process? 1:14:27 How do you protect your investment?1:16:36 SPKD and Watford shirt showing1:17:27 What is your music playlist?1:18:55 Guest recommendation1:20:35 Closing remarks1:21:00 Outro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 132 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ALEX IWOBI - We discussed the career of Alex #Iwobi with the man himself. We discussed playing for Arsenal, his Arsenal departure, #Everton season and the current ownership. We discussed Frank Lampard, Sean Dyche's impact, representing #Nigeria + much more.Timestamps0:00 Intro0:50 Guest intro2:12 Take us back to the beginning3:53 Overcoming setbacks on the journey5:17 How important are your parents in your career.6:28 Process of getting his first contract at Arsenal8:28 Arsene Wenger influence9:16 Step up from youth team into Men's football10:31 Making his debut for Arsenal11:39 What made you come to the decision to leave Arsenal?15:16 How do you think your departure was handled?17:57 Signing for Everton20:07 How is it playing in several different positions?20:37 Playing under Frank Lampard24:34 How was Frank Lampard's relationship with the Everton fans?25:57 Did you feel you were fighting for Lampard's Job before the West Ham game?27:10 How did the players receive the news that Frank Lampard had been sacked?28:35 How difficult was it playing at Goodison Park?29:59 Fans anger to the Everton board30:55 What has Sean Dyche changed at Everton?32:45 What are Sean Dyche's non negotiable's?33:32 Sean Dyche and Frank Lampard differences35:25 Mindset shift from Arsenal to Everton36:38 Alex on Amadou Onana37:47 How pivotal is DCL to Everton's chances of Survival?39:20 Assessing Alex personal season so far42:43 What are the problems with Everton's infrastructure?44:26 What does pressure do?45:28 Do the players feel adequately supported by the board?48:07 Message to Everton fans50:28 Are there contract talks to extend your time at Everton?51:46 How would you grade your time at Everton?51:35 Representing Nigeria53:37 Victor Osimhen55:26 What needs to change for Nigeria to be successful?1:01:52 Arsenal right now1:03:45 Bukayo Saka1:04:30 Eddie Nketiah1:06:07 Are Arsenal gonna win the league?1:08:29 Personal aims for career1:10:54 Life outside of football1:18:00 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 131 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW PAUL BARBER - We discussed the career of Paul Barber with the man himself. We discussed the ambition of Brighton & Hove Albion, The future of Moises Caicedo, why Leandro Trossard was allowed to leave for Arsenal, Mitoma's rise to prominence, views on state owned ownership + much more.0:00 TBG intro0:35 Guest Intro2:15 Tell us a bit about you2:46 What is the key to building commercial connections3:52 What does it mean to receive an OBE?4:38 How would you assess the season so far?5:52 What are the expectations right now?7:40 Are preparations different ahead of a game against Crystal Palace?8:44 How do you create a succession plan KEY TOPIC FOR TRAILER11:35 Why did Trossard leave?15:20 How Close was Caicedo to leaving in the Jan transfer window19:55 Has Moises Caicedo got a release clause in his contract?20:35 Talk to us about Roberto De Zerbi23:24 How do you feel about Roberto De Zerbi being linked with a move away24:50 How is Roberto as a man?25:58 How is Graham Potter as a man?28:35 How do you guys recruit players like Mitoma32:26 More insight on Mitoma34:50 Do you fear being too successful?37:36 How important is it to develop your own talent39:18 What is your take on the breaches in regards to Manchester City40:59 What's your view on the independent regulator?43:00 What is your view on state ownership?45:58 What do you make of Spurs48:23 Life outside of football51:05 What is your end game?52:18 Guest recommendation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 131 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW CYRUS CHRISTIE - We discussed the career of Cyrus #Christie with the man himself. We discussed the ambition for #Hull this season, losing his way at #Fulham, Receiving racial abuse, The pressure of playing for ROI, life outside of football + much more.00:00 TBG intro00:47 Guest into2:13 How was it growing up?6:49 Hull's ambitions for the rest of the season9:20 Why did you pick to join Hull as a free agent?11:55 What teams were interested in you in the summer?14:36 Swansea loan/ Permanent transfer?17:30 Leaving Fulham20:00 View on players being seen as championship players23:48 Being cast aside from the Premier league squad26:12 Experience of playing in the Premier League29:44 Fan hitting Cyrus sister incident37:45 Racial abuse on social media49:11 Mental toll of receiving abuse51:43 Solutions to stamping out Racism55:26 Being banned from training ground at Fulham1:04:00 Life perspective1:05:58 Fulham this season1:10:05 Career experience1:11:54 Playing with Fabio Carvalho and Harvey Elliot1:14:31 Helping youngsters1:16:53 Malcom Ebiowei 1:19:35 Republic of Ireland talk1:28:00 Life outside of football1:40:34 Guest Recommendation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 130 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW RONAN CURTIS - We discussed the career of Ronan #Curtis with the man himself. We discussed his #contract situation at Pompy, being rotated in and out of the squad this season, sharing a room with Declan Rice, his future at #Portsmouth, Graham Potter + much more.00:00 Trailer00:48 Intro02:15 Thoughts on current season03:03 Dealing with the press03:55 Being the longest current serving player at Portsmouth06:40 Thoughts on being played out of position07:55 Current situation with contract10:43 What the club and fans mean to him11:51 What legacy he wants to leave at Portsmouth12:29 Giving back to the local community13:15 Offers from other clubs14:25 Targets for the rest of the season15:05 Improvements to infrastructure and facilities at the club over the past 5 years15:56 A typical day in the life of Ronan Curtis17:24 Long term ambitions17:58 Style of play & role model growing up18:50 On lack of recent call ups to represent Ireland19:42 Speaking to Graham Potter and almost moving to Östersund20:34 Life growing up: family & roots in Croydon23:06 Thoughts on social media25:42 Contract situation being dressing room banter26:18 Being an Arsenal fan & current success of the club26:44 Thoughts on Emile Smith Rowe28:27 On playing at the new Spurs stadium29:08 Sharing rooms with Declan Rice for Ireland from U15s29:29 Declan Rice being linked with Arsenal30:25 The importance of managing money31:27 Message to the Portsmouth fans31:57 Life outside of football31:56 Hobbies away from football33:29 Fashion in football34:17 What would you change in football if you could35:15 Current left wingers he's watching in the Premier League 37:46 Portsmouth in the community38:00 Final thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 129 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW JASON EUELL - We discussed the career of Jason #Euell with the man himself. We discussed leaving #Charlton, the lack of black representation in management, current role at #Bristol and his next steps + much more.00:00 TBG intro 01:50 Guest intro 02:15 How are you finding the World Cup break?05:59 What experiences from your past have shaped the man that we see today?07:20: Process of leaving Charlton for Bristol City.11:25 Interviewing for the Charlton Job15:33 Why don't clubs promote from within?19:54: What has been the reason for you not getting managerial jobs after being interviewed?22:42 What is your footballing philosophy?25:22 Differences coaching at Charlton and the England youth teams?27:24 What's your take on todays youngsters mentality?31:20 How have you found working with Nigel Pearson?33:50 How would you analyse the season so far?38:42 How good can Antoine Semenyo and Alex Scott be?41:21 Why is training time so important?43.42 Family life since moving to Bristol City48:29 What are your strengths and weaknesses?53:22 Biggest success story of young players you've coached?57:24 Life outside of football1:08:59 Closing tradition1:10:46 Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please note that this episode was recorded before Mick was appointed as the Blackpool managerThe Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 128 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW MICK MCCARTHY - We discussed the career of Mick #McCarthy with the man himself. We discussed being out of work, his interest in the vacant Wigan role, the World Cup, Cristiano #Ronaldo explosive interview + much more.0:00 TBG intro0:43 Guest Intro2:30 What makes you Mick McCarthy4:26 What are you up to right now?6:08 Have you heard anything about the Wigan job?8:00 What is your view on the managerial land scape?10:18 What happens when you're about to lose your job?15:44 How have you adapted to the modern player?19:23 Talk to us about the Cristiano Ronaldo interview25:40 Managers relationships with fans and the abuse from fans33:42 How important is time - eg Arsenal ? (AD BREAK)36:09 What is the right project for you?41:11 What has been the toughest period of your career (AD BREAK)45:02 What has been the best period of your career?47:21 Tyrone Mings insight and Mick on being too committed 54:27 Talk to us about the World Cup57:03 England squad thoughts1:01:01 Life outside of football (AD BREAK)1:03:50 Guest recommendation 1:06:08 Closing remarks.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 127 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW VIV SOLOMON - We discussed the career of of Viv #Solomon with the man himself. We discussed playing in Ukraine, growing up on ends, living with a war, playing for #Birmingham, coming up against Mykhailo #Mudryk + much more00:00 TBG Intro1:04 Guest Intro2:01 How has it been being back in the UK3:08 How is it playing in Ukraine4:20 What sort of head space were you in when you went to Ukraine8:57 Talk to us about the mental challenges of being injury12:58 Who were the people that helped you through your tough times14:52 why did you not stay at Wigan?16:41 How do you fail a medical?19:31 How did the tough experiences shape you?20:35 How is it playing in Ukraine24:11 Do you set any goals?26:58 What is your take on Mudryk30:13 What level do you see yourself playing at?31:15 How is it been living with a war?33:10 What's your plans for the future?33:37 Talk to us about breaking through at Birmingham?40:38 How was it being compared to Damari Gray?43:33 What happened after bursting onto the season at Birmingham?51:55 Training with Jude Bellingham55:00 What's next for Viv Solomon?55:42 What's your take on the racial abuse in Bulgaria?58:12 How was it being called up for Nigeria?1:00:10 What do you like doing outside of football?1:01:15 How was it growing up in the ends1:03:20 Guest recommendation?1:04:14 Outro

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 126 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW LEON BALOGUN - We discussed the career of Leon #Balogun with the man himself. We discussed; his #Rangers departure, joining QPR and playing for Mick #Beale, Nigeria's failing to make the World Cup, Jude Bellingham special ability + much more.00:00 TBG Intro00:52 Guest Intro2:12 How was it looking for a new club?6:11 What do you mean by stress?8:00 What type of interest did you have?10:45 Why QPR?12:14 How did you adapt to getting up to speed at QPR?14:00 How do you look at Mick Beale now he's a manager15:29 Wolves approach to QPR for Mick Beale18:40 How would you analyse the season so far?23:23 Talk to us about your departure from Rangers?29:26 Was there a chance of you going back to Rangers?33:15 How was your relationship with Gio?36:00 What are your feeling towards Rangers?38:45 How was being MOTM vs Celtic44:02 How did the squad take Steven Gerrard's departure?47:02 How do you sum of Steven Gerrard's time at Aston Villa52:45 How was the Europa league run?58:00 Thoughts on Rangers this season?1:04:06 What is your view on Alfredo Morelos?1:07:43 Why did Nigeria fail to make the World Cup?1:16:12 What's your take on the NFF?1:19:10 Where do you stand on your international future?1:21:38 What is your take on the World Cup?1:25:20 What is next for Leon Balogun?1:28:00 Guest recoomendation and final thoughts

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 125 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW JAIDON ANTHONY - We discussed the career of of Jaidon #Anthony with the man himself. We discussed Scott Parker's dismissal, Gary #O'Neil impact, playing in the #EPL and his contract situation + much more.0:00 TBG Intro0:42 Guest welcome2:24 Talk to us about the here and now2:54 What difference has Gary O'Neil made?4:22 How was it watching Scott Parker say the team was not good enough5:19 How was the confidence after the Liverpool game?6:25 How do you access your season so far?7:55 Do you think your contract situation is interlinked with you not starting games?8:25 Has there been discussions about a new contract?8:55 Was you ever close to leaving in the summer?9:30 How is Erling Haaland?10:06 Do you talk about Erling Haaland in the dressing room?10:57 The Erling Haaland Petition11:28 How was it playing against Arsenal11:48 Do you set targets?12:56 What do you do to get into the zone?13:22 Talk to us about your goal in the EPL15:24 Where do you stand on the managerial decision16:47 Do you need to prove people wrong?17:45 What is the biggest difference between the champ and the EPL18:33 How is your preparation?19:18 How was the game last season vs Nottingham Forest?20:14 Where do you see yourself in 12months20:51 How was it playing at Anfield21:14 What team has had the most quality that you have played22:00 Take us back to the start24:22 Talk to us about your time at Arsenal (Chat on ESR, Nelson etc)25:30 Was it your choice to leave Arsenal?28:42 If you had to give advice to a youngster, what would it be?29:53 What coaches backed you from early?31:09 What are your strengths and weaknesses?32:07 What is your international future saying?33:47 What are the aspirations for Bournemouth36:37 How is Dom Solanke and Jefferson Lema?38:21 Is it easy to communicate with players that don't speak English?39:30 Do you like VAR?41:50 What do you do on your day offs?42:40 Talk to us about life outside of football?44:07 How do you deal with the fame?44:58 IF there was 1 thing in football that you can change what would it be?45:26 How many goals will Haaland score44:43 Do you watch other wingers?46:33 What are you enjoying on social media?47:28 What do you think of the EPL all star suggestions?48:50 Final thoughts50:05 Guest recommendation

he Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 124 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW TYRESE CAMPBELL - We discussed the career of Tyrese #Campbell with the man himself. We spoke to about his dad Kevin Campbell, playing for #Stoke, coming through at Manchester City, Erling #Haaland his future + much more.0:00 TBG intro0:31 Guest welcome2:03 Take us back to the beginning 3:10 What are you to during the international break?3:40 How is the new manager?5:00 What was the target before the season?6:15 Take us through a day in the life?8:00 How would you access your season so far?9:48 How difficult is it dealing with niggles?10:42 Do you set targets?11:36 How is your fitness at this moment?13:24 What does dedication mean in football?14:22 Was you ever close to leaving Stoke16:12 Do you need a run of games?17:53 Do you look at any strikers and think "I like what I see"19:16 What's your USP?20:25 Thoughts on Erling Haaland?22:30 Do you watch much football?23:13 Have you had a conversation with the new manager?24:15 Why do you think Michael O'Neil was sacked?25:11 Do you knock on the Manager's door?25:42 How difficult is to play at the Bet365 stadium when the results are not going well?27:02 How would you access your career at Stoke so far?28:08 How was it making your EPL debut29:22 Have you had a chance to sign for an EPL club31:19 Do you read paper talk?33:15 How was it playing for England U20s34:12 How were your family when you made your EPL debut?35:53 How is the dad and son relationship?37:11 Do you have a lot of friends in football?38:00 How was it growing up?39:23 How was it at Manchester City and what made you leave?42:11 Ty on Phil Foden, Jadon Sancho and Man City45:30 How good can Phil Foden be?48:04 What do you wanna achieve in the next 12months?49:16 Where would you say your confidence is at?50:14 What's one thing about you that people won't know?50:54 Hobbies outside of football?52:05 What are your strengths and weaknesses? 53:24 Recommend a guest for us to get onto the podcast?56:17 Outro

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 123 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW KIDO TAYLOR-HART - We discussed the career of #Kido with the man himself. We discussed coming through at #Arsenal, his #future aspirations, recovering from long term injury, Jack Wilshere and Per Mertesacker + much more. 0:00 TBG intro0:15 Guest Intro1:00 How have you been2:03 How was it recovering from injury4:22 What are your thoughts ahead of the season?5:03 How was it playing at Old Trafford?5:33 What are your strengths/weaknesses?6:44 What players do you like?7:27 How do you know when you have the full back on toast?8:33 What are your aims and ambitions for this season?9:23 Who are you?11:17 Growing up how hard was it making good decisons 12:15 Take us back to the begninng13:50 How is it coming through via the Arsenal development centre 14:41 When did you clock that you were up to something with this football ting15:44 How was it signing your first pro contract16:30 Are you interested in any projects17:09 How is Per Mertesacker?17:51 What do you want from football?18:22 How is Jack Wilshere?20:09 How was it when you heard a perspective owner bigging you up21:08 Have Birmingham been in contact?21:33 What do you like getting up to?22:30 How do you manage the ends?23:18 Are you interested in fashion23:40 Music taste?24:50 Are you open to playing abroad?25:16 Are you inspired by Eddie, Bukayo etc?26:30 How was it training with the first team28:54 Do you have a relationship with Mikel?29:22 Final thoughts30:27 Outro

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 122 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BROOKE NORTON-CUFFY - We discussed the career of #Brooke with the man himself. We discussed coming through at #Arsenal, going on loan to #Lincoln and his future aspirations + much more. 0:00 TBG Intro0:15 Guest Intro1:05 How did you fall in love with football4:28 When did you start to make a name for yourself at Arsenal?7:04 Why Arsenal? 10:00 What is it about Arsenal that provides youngsters to show their talents?12:02 Have Arsenal told you about their plans for you?12:59 What are your strengths and weaknesses 13:56 How is the training programme at Arsenal15:36 What full backs do you watch for inspiration16:51 Is it attack first or defend first?18:11 Talk to us about your time at Lincoln?21:50 How did the Lincoln experience help you23:34 What do you think of hearing praise from your fellow team mates?25:11 Talk to us about your first goal27:36 Are you a first team player now?29:29 How connected was Mikel and Arsenal staff to your development30:30 How much are you looking forward to the EUROS (THEY WON IT!!)31:00 What are your interest outside of football?32:32 How do you deal with the fame?35:00 Are you into your fashion?37:40 Closing remarks

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 121 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW EDDIE NKETIAH - We discussed the career of Eddie #Nketiah with the man himself. We discussed, growing up in ends, playing for #Arsenal, why the Arsenal academy is special, The ups and down of this season, Mikel #Arteta, his contract situation, January interest from multiple clubs + much more.0:00 TBG intro0:15 Guest Intro1:17 Tell us about the old days2:25 When was the moment that you thought you had something to become pro?6:50 Why did you leave Chelsea to join Arsenal9:47 What is about the Arsenal academy?11:20 What did you start getting called up to train with the first team?14:24 Did you ever consider leaving Arsenal as a youngster?16:15 Did Unai Emery communicate with you and Eddie on failed loan move to Augsburg20:55 To talk us about your spell at Leeds25:05 Did Marcelo Bielsa over train the players?26:19 Talk to us about this season with Arsenal27:50 How has Arteta changed the negative energy into positive?29:10 How did the dressing room react to Pierre and Mesut leaving the club?30:26 How frustrating has this season been32:55 Would you knock on the managers door?34:37 What the latest with your contract36:11 Was anything close in Jan for you to leave Arsenal38:22 Can you and Laca play as a 2?41:14 When you come off the bench what are you thinking?42:27 What's the mood in the camp at Arsenal now that you have hit a tricky patch43:21 Do you think your lack of game time is interlinked with your contract situation44:14 What's going on with your international future?47:50 Talk to us about your record breaking goal with England U21s49:09 Describe your hattrick against Sunderland50:04 What is your message to the Arsenal fans?52:11 How do your protect yourself?53:48 Who is the best player you have ever played with?55:50 Best player in the EPL for you?56:26 Who do you think wins the EPL?57:17 Closing remarks58:03 Outro

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 120 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW HARVEY BARNES - We discussed the career of Harvey #Barnes with the man himself. We spoke about; his performance levels at #Leicester City this season, Brendan #Rodgers , being linked to clubs such as Liverpool, breaking into the England squad and why stats are important to forwards + much more. 0:00 Intro0:15 Guest Intro0:43 How are things at Leicester? (Covid etc)1:45 What are your thoughts towards player welfare?2:50 How would you access the teams performance this season?4:03 What are the mental challenges of missing out on the top 4?5:13 How do you view Leicester as a football club?6:28 How has Brendan Rodgers been with the young players?7:44 Did Brendan hold clear the air talks after the Man United rumours8:33 How do you sum up your season so far?10:17 Do you study the best wingers in the world?11:30 Was the Liverpool game a turning point?13:12 Have you had contact with Gareth Southgate?14:48 Talks to us about Madders15:54 How important is it to keep the core players at Leicester?17:16 What is the limit for this Leicester team?18:42 What has been the drastic difference in English football for all the young talent to come through20:44 Do you prefer stats over performance?22:38 Where would you like your game to be at in the next 2 years?24:52 What do you want to say to the Leicester fans?26:05 What are your interests outside of football?27:43 How do you deal with the fame of being a footballer?29:30 Outro

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 119 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW MAX NOBLE - We discussed the career of ex #Fulham youngster Max #Noble, He spoke about life in academy #football, the trauma football caused him, why clubs need to do more to protect young players and his business ventures + much more. Timestamps0:00 Trailer1:14 Intro6:32 Max Noble takes us back to the beginning of his youth career8:42 Signing for Fulham at 12 years of age9:23 What does football mean to Max?10:34 Max on the his personal academy experience as a youth footballer19:00 Max on what he feels needs to change in football and the ruthlessness of the game23:06 Can education/other interests co exist with football? 27:00 Protecting young players when they leave academy environments 30:50 Max on Fulham's statement release 32:55 Is living this experience your purpose? (Buj to Max)35:04 Did any clubs reach out to you after your press tour?35:50 What positives can you take from football?37:00 The vision of Max's business (Certified Sports)40:00 Closing remarks/final thoughts

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 118 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ISAAC HAYDEN - We discussed the career of Isaac #Hayden with the man himself. We spoke about; The #Newcastle new manager Eddie #Howe , why Steve Bruce lost his job, The takeover talk, Isaac's preferred position, the uncertainty over players future, Allan Saint-Maximin + much more.0:00 TBG intro0:15 Guest intro2:12 What are your thoughts on player welfare?5:14 How do you spend the festive period?7:48 What's on the menu for Christmas?9:28 What have you seen from Eddie Howe so far?13:08 How did the players deal with the fans turning on the team during matches?16:12 What are the key differences between Eddie Howe and Steve Bruce?19:13 What is your take on the standard of referring in the EPL at the moment?23:04 How did the drawn out process of the takeover impact the players?27:03 How do the players feel about their futures?35:31 How are things on the training pitch - how is the vibe?38:48 What is your preferred position?41:28 Do you make your feelings clear to the manager when you play outside of your position?43:55 Where did your intelligence come from?50:22 What is your message to the Newcastle fans?51:40 What do you get up to away from football?54:13 Are you into fashion?54:48 Allan Saint-Maximin talk57:57 What you watching at the moment and what is your most played song?59:24 closing remarks and outro

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 117 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW CHARLY MUSONDA - We discussed the career of #Chelsea winger Charly #Musonda with the man himself. We discussed; contract situation, Frank Lampard's impact, Thomas #Tuchel, the love he has for Chelsea and plans for the future + much more. #TBGPOD0:00 TBG intro0:15 guest intro1:22 What are you doing at the current moment?2:00 Was it your decision to leave Chelsea?5:09 Did you have talks with the hierarchy at Chelsea about extending your contract?14:48 Do you think you stayed at Chelsea for too long?17:39 What was the promise to you from Chelsea?19:44 How do you feel about Anderlecht using as a reference to other young players?27:19 Insight into Frank Lampard30:43 How difficult has it been for you mentally and how was the rehab journey?42:03 Running into Thomas Tuchel in the car park before the UCL Final43:49 How do your family feel about ther situation 49:28 How is the Chelsea structure?50:32 How are your feeling towards the Chelsea fans?55:06 What is next for Charly Musonda?59:09 What do you like getting up to outside of football?1:01:46 Who is your favourite player and have coaches tried to coach the skills out of your game?1:06:20 Final remarks from Charly1:10:18 Outro

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 116 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW KEINAN DAVIES - We discussed the career of Aston Villa striker Keinan Davies with the man himself. We discussed, the arrival of Steven Gerrard, Dean Smith's departure, the impact of Jack Grealish, breaking through at Villa and plans for the future + much more. #TBGPOD0:00 TBG Intro0:15 Guest intro1:40 Take us back to early on in your career2:52 How was it at Stevenage?3:40 What do players get up to during international duty?4:40 What's your cheat meal?5:00 Talk to us about Dean Smith - how was your relationship with him?6:33 How was the recovery from injury8:03 How has it been behind the scenes - how did the players react to Jack Grealish departure 9:19 Do you footballers check Twitter, do you follow Fabrizio Romano?9:43 How is Jack Grealish behind the scenes 10:30 How massive of a blow was it to lose Jack Grealish11:00 Danny Ings and Leon Bailey11:47 Talk to us Emi Buendia12:12 What's your plans for the now and the future?13:15 What qualities do you bring to the table14:02 Have you had to reshape your game?15:33 Do you spend a lot of time watching football?16:50 Who do you model your game on?17:11 How important is it for you to get regular game time?18:42 How much of an input do you have when it comes to potentially joining a club?20:02 Talk us about Steven Gerrard21:22 What type of dressing room is Steven Gerrard taking over?23:27 Who controls the music on match day?24:06 Keinan's interest outside of football25:59 How do you maintain focus?26:44 How do you cope with being recognised in public?28:00 What is the most played song on your phone and what are you wearing on date night?29:36 What's the plan for your international future?30:34 What is your message to the Aston Villa faithful?31:41 Outro

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PODCAST WAS RECORED IN THE SUMMER OF 2021The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 115 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ANTON FERDINAND - We discussed the career of Anton #Ferdinand with the man himself. We spoke about his documentary “Football, #Racism and Me”, the current situation with John #Terry, being the brother of Rio Ferdinand, growing up in SE15 + much more. #TBGPOD Timestamps 0:00 TBG Intro0:15 Guest welcome2:15 How is life treating you3:00 How do you find the next passion after retiring from professional football, has it been difficult? 3:50 How do you feel about you documentary "Football, Racism and Me"7:20 Have you spoke to your children about the documentary (An interesting story)11:41 How do you feel about John Terry saying that he has tried to reach out to the Ferdinand family several times?13:52 Would you be happy to meet up with John Terry behind the scenes?15:24 How do you feel about John Terry. Do you think that he is a racist?17:15 Final remarks on John Terry18:15 What is your stance on social media?20:04 What is the stumbling block to eradicating social media abuse?21:04 Take us back to growing in ends (Peckham, SE15) 22:15 What were your boys saying during the racial incident with John Terry23:40 How does Peckham make you feel and how is it being a parent in today's world25:57 Did having an older brother like Rio help your development?29:40 Were there any other ballers that were better than you on ends?32:00 What is the difference between the lower leagues and the top level?34:20 How was it playing abroad?36:05 What is next for Anton Ferdinand?37:40 Why didn't you reach your potential?40:50 How long does it take to get over heartbreak in football?42:50 Quick fire questions for Anton47:20 Closing remarks and final thoughts

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 114 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW PER MERTESACKER - We discussed the career of #Arsenal Legend and now academy manager Per #Mertesacker with the man himself. We spoke about his current role, being a leader, Mikel #Arteta and the pressure of being at Arsenal, this summers transfer recruitment, working closely with Edu, Seeing the Hale End boys shine, Arse + much more. #TBGPODPLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EPISODE WAS RECORED BEFORE THE NORWICH GAMETimestamps 0:00 TBG Intro0:15 Guest Intro2:24 Per defines his role at Arsenal4:24 How does it feel to see the Hale End boys doing so well?6:20 Do you have a quota to bring through a specific amount of young players?9:45 How do you develop footballers as people? (eg social media)13:40 Do you see this role as a natural progression in your career?17:22 What type of character were you in the dressing room?21:35 Do you still get the bug to play football?24:40 What do you make of the transfer window and the current situation at Arsenal?27:48 What qualities does Mikel Arteta bring to the table?31:55 How closely do you work with Edu? 35:15 What do you think of Arsenal's summer transfer window? What do you have to say to the Arsenal fans that are not buying into the vision? 39:40 Are the current crop of players good enough to get you into the top4?41:34 What do you have to say to fans that don't trust the process?44:00 What is the succession plan at the club? (Buj references Leicester)47:13 How do you know when a player is ready for the first team?49:45 How was your time as Assistant Manager when you were working with Freddie?51:57 What did you think of the ESL?53:32 What do you think of key figures behind the scenes leaving the football club - do AFC still have that identity?55:42 Tell us about Per the man

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 114 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW NATHAN TELLA - We discussed the career of #Southampton youngster Nathan #Tella with the man himself. We discussed: breaking through at Southampton, being rejected by Arsenal, Ralph #Hasenhuttl, the impact his dad has had on his career, life outside of foot all+ much more. #TBGPOD Timestamps 0:00 TBG Intro0:15 Guest introduction2:25 How have you spent the off season?4:28 Nathan taking us back to the beginning of his journey7:32 How do you deal with rejection? (Dej to Nathan)9:23 How supportive were you parents?11:24 When did you realise that you can become a professional footballer?12:25 Have you always been a winger/wide forward?14:04 Nathan on his favourite position14:35 What other clubs did you trail/train with?20:00 How do you take the next step to break into the Southampton first team?21:18 How important was Radhi Jaidi in your development?23:15 How is the academy environment?25:15 More insight into breaking into the Southampton first team and making Saints debut29:26 Talk to us about Ralph Hasenhuttl and how improvement have the senior players (James Ward-Prowse and Danny Ings) been? 31:40 Who has surprised you in training?32:33 How does it feel to play with your idol Theo Walcott? How was it to assist Theo and to score your first EPL goal?35:16 How proud is your dad of your achievements?36:23 What is your phone saying after you score your first goal (lots of LOL)38:00 What's next for Nathan Tella?39:22 Are you doing anything outside of football to keep performing?40:24 What is training like? JWP hitting crossbars for fun?41:13 Who is the dressing room clown and who bangs the tunes in the changing room?42:05 Who has the best dress sense in the camp?43:07 Where is your head out in regards to your international future43:44 How do you switch off from football?45:05 What's next for Nathan Tella?45:50 How do you manage your friendship group?47:50 Quick fire question to Nathan51:34 Closing remarks

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 112 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW LEON BALOGUN - We discussed the career of #Rangers defender Leon #Balogun with the man himself. We discussed: winning the SPL with Rangers, going invincible, the influence of Steven #Gerrard and Mick Beale, working under Graham Potter at Brighton, a deep dive into Nigeria + much more #TBGPOD Timestamps 0:00 TBG Intro0:15 Guest welcome1:32 Talk to us about winning the league with Rangers2:40 How difficult was it to stay focused after the creating a massive gap early on?4:55 How is it dealing with the mental pressure of playing for Rangers?8:07 How was it when you got the call from Stevie G?12:35 Was there pressure trying to achieve an invincible SPL season?15:33 Talk to us about Michael Beale (Rangers first team coach)19:13 What is the dynamic between the Rangers coaching staff?20:16 How good is Joe Aribo?22:37 Slavia Prague and the racism incident 26:03 How was it working with Graham Potter at Brighton 31:19 Why did you not fit in at Brighton?35:00 What happens behinds the scenes when you're frozen out by a club?37:25 Yves Bissouma ALERT!! Can he play for a top club (Linked with Liverpool & Arsenal)40:00 Talk to us about Nigeria "The Super Eagles"43:33 Dealing with the pressure that comes with playing for Nigeria45:00 What needs to change in Nigeria? The politics and the outside noise50:28 What is you go to Nigerian meal?52:00 Why is mentoring and other initiatives so important to Leon?54:00 Quick fire questions from Dot & Dej57:03 Final message to the Rangers faithful57:37 Closing remarks and final thoughts

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 111 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW TYLER ROBERTS - We discussed the career of #Leeds United youngster Tyler Roberts with the man himself. We discussed breaking through at Leeds, Marcelo Bielsa, playing with Kalvin Phillips and Patrick Bamford, representing Wales, Ryan Giggs, life outside of football + much more. #TBGPODSPECIAL GUEST= Tyler RobertsPLEASE LEAVE A 5* REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS Twitter: @BujTheGooner @LfcNino @Dej_TBG Get involved in the discussion using the #TBGPOD Twitter: @Podcast_TBG Instagram: @pod_tbg Youtube: The Beautiful Game Podcast

The Beautiful Game Podcast- Episode 110 - Why Harry Kane Needs To Leave Spurs - We discussed the cup final between Manchester City and Spurs, we spoke about the decline of Spurs and their poor performance at Wembley, the timing of the Jose Mourinho's sacking, why Harry Kane needs to leave Spurs + much more #TBGPOD

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 109 - INTERVIEW CAMERON JEROME - We discussed the career of Cameron #Jerome with the man himself. We spoke about his time at MK Dons, playing in the Premier League, racism in football and what he's doing to prolong his career + much more. #TBGPODSpecial Guest = Cameron Jerome

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 108 - FOLARIN BALOGUN SET FOR NEW ARSENAL CONTRACT - We discussed Folarin Balogun's imminent contract extension with Arsenal. We also spoke about the interest from multiple clubs, Arteta's impact, the future of Eddie Nketiah, Alex Lacazette and Aubameyang + much more.

The Beautiful Game Podcast - Episode 107 - INTERVIEW GODFREY TORTO - We discussed the life of an agent with football agent Godfrey Torto. We spoke about his career to date, running an agency, developing kids in academy football, growing up in the Chelsea youth team + much moreSpecial Guest = Gofrey Torto

The Beautiful Game Podcast- Episode 106 - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ALEX GREENWOOD - We discussed the career of Lioness star Alex #Greenwood. We discussed here #England career, signing for Manchester City, playing in France for Lyon, playing for both clubs in Manchester and Liverpool, life outside of football + much more. SPECIAL GUEST= Alex Greenwood (@AlexGreenwood)PLEASE LEAVE A 5* REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS Twitter: @BujTheGooner @LfcNino @Dej_TBG Get involved in the discussion using the #TBGPOD Twitter: @Podcast_TBG Instagram: @pod_tbg Youtube: The Beautiful Game Podcast

The Beautiful Game Podcast- Episode 105 – EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW JASON PUNCHEON - We discussed the career of Crystal Palace legend Jason #Puncheon with the man himself. We spoke about his time in Cyprus, playing for #CPFC, scoring in a FA Cup Final, working under Roy Hodgson, Wilfried Zaha, Ebere Eze, life outside of football + much more. #TBGPODSPECIAL GUEST= Jason Puncheon (@JasonPuncheon)PLEASE LEAVE A 5* REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS Twitter: @BujTheGooner @LfcNino @Dej_TBG Get involved in the discussion using the #TBGPOD Twitter: @Podcast_TBG Instagram: @pod_tbg Youtube: The Beautiful Game Podcast

The Beautiful Game Podcast- Episode 104- EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BENIK AFOBE- we discussed the career of Benik Afobe with the man himself. We spoke about: life in Turkey, the tragic passing of his daughter, breaking through at Arsenal, the pressure of giving back + much more.SPECIAL GUEST= Benik Afobe (@Benikafobe)PLEASE LEAVE A 5* REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS Twitter: @BujTheGooner @LfcNino @Dej_TBG Get involved in the discussion using the #TBGPOD Twitter: @Podcast_TBG Instagram: @pod_tbg Youtube: The Beautiful Game Podcast

The Beautiful Game Podcast- Episode 103- EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW MICAH RICHARDS- we discussed the career of Micah #Richards (@MicahRichards) with the man himself. We spoke about “Tackling Racism”, his documentary that has launched on Sky, breaking through as a #pundit, working with Roy Keane, whether #MCFC Manchester City can win the UCL, Micah's playing career as well as injuries & life outside of football, Micah's time at Aston Villa + much more.SPECIAL GUEST= Micah Richards (@MicahRichards)PLEASE LEAVE A 5* REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS Twitter: @BujTheGooner @LfcNino @Dej_TBG Get involved in the discussion using the #TBGPOD Twitter: @Podcast_TBG Instagram: @pod_tbg Youtube: The Beautiful Game Podcast

The Beautiful Game Podcast- Episode 103- EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW MICAH RICHARDS- we discussed the career of Micah #Richards (@MicahRichards) with the man himself. We spoke about “Tackling Racism”, his documentary that has launched on Sky, breaking through as a #pundit, working with Roy Keane, whether #MCFC Manchester City can win the UCL, Micah's playing career as well as injuries & life outside of football + much more.SPECIAL GUEST= Micah Richards (@MicahRichards)PLEASE LEAVE A 5* REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS Twitter: @BujTheGooner @LfcNino @Dej_TBG Get involved in the discussion using the #TBGPOD Twitter: @Podcast_TBG Instagram: @pod_tbg Youtube: The Beautiful Game Podcast00:00 Intro1:54 Introduction4:09 “Tackling Racism” documentary9:54 Racism on social media13:31 Pressure of representing our community18:09 Life as a pundit32:01 The different player perceptions of the media34:09 Career at Manchester City42:59 Whether Manchester City can win the UCL44:28 Micah Richards on believing his own hype and making mistakes

The Beautiful Game Podcast- Episode 102- EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW OUMAR NIASSE- we discussed the career of Oumar #Niasse (@niassebayeoumar) with the man himself, we spoke his time at #Everton, making Senegal proud, Sadio Mane the inspiration, working under Big Sam and how he got the best out of him. A potential move to #WBA to reunite with old boss + much more.SPECIAL GUEST= Oumar Niasse (@niassebayeoumar)PLEASE LEAVE A 5* REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS Twitter: @BujTheGooner @LfcNino @Dej_TBG Get involved in the discussion using the #TBGPOD Twitter: @Podcast_TBG Instagram: @pod_tbg Youtube: The Beautiful Game Podcast