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It's crunch time in the TWT bracket! The semifinals bring a titanic clash: Sir Alex Ferguson's treble-winning 1999 Manchester United vs. Pep Guardiola's all-conquering 2009 Barcelona. Jay Bothroyd, Phil Kitromilides, and Nico Cantor break it down, line by line, to decide who advances to the final. Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, Serie A, Coppa Italia, EFL, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Argentine Primera División by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/sportsbooks/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/promos/ For betting on soccer: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/soccer/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rio Ferdinand sits down with former team mate Michael Carrick to discuss his role during one of the most succesful periods of Manchester United's recent history.After reminiscing about nights out as West Ham youngsters and dealing with an interruption from their former manager, the pair discuss how Carrick and Paul Scholes used to break games down together in the Manchester United midfield.Rio asks his former team mate to pick his favourite season of playing with Cristiano Ronaldo and Carrick reveals the difference in approach from being his team mate to being his coach during his second spell at the club.Carrick also analyses Kobbie Mainoo and names his best position in Ruben Amorim's system plus reserves special praise for two players he coached at the club, Bruno Fernandes and Scott McTominay.After discussing the impact that Sir Alex Ferguson had on his career, Carrick reveals something from his childhood which meant the boss knew he could cope with the demands of playing at one of the biggest clubs in the world.The pair also have a laugh whilst reminiscing about the time spent with team mates Wayne Rooney, John O'Shea, Edwin Van der Sar, Nemanja Vidic, Paul Scholes, Michael Owen at the training ground on Thursday afternoons studying for their coaching badges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On The Fozcast today we bring you a Pod from Down Under as we welcome former Premier League and Socceroos stopper, it's Mark Bosnich! Now a sports broadcaster in his homeland, the former Aston Villa, Manchester United and Chelsea keeper joins us for a fascinating chat as we look back on his career. We reminisce about massive saves in big matches, how Sir Alex Ferguson kept all those big egos under control and what was Gareth Southgate like as a player?! There's all that to come in this must watch Pod, plus much more, including:

Det er sommeren 2001, United har vunnet Premier League for tredje gang på rad, og Sir Alex Ferguson har nettopp annonsert at han bare har ett år igjen som United-manager. Ruud van Nistelrooy og Juan Sebastian Veron kommer inn, og alle kluter settes til for å nå Champions League-finalen i Glasgow. Ole Gunnar Solskjær har sin beste sesong, mens Fabien Barthez, John Arne Riise og Oliver Neuville plasseres i minuskolonnen. God fornøyelse!I studio: Jon Martin Henriksen, Fredrik N. Filtvedt og Eivind Holth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-12:06) – Indy Eleven Head Coach Sean McAuley joins the show to talk about his teams commanding 3-0 win over Monterey Bay FC on Saturday night, explains why he always adapts his tactics during the course of the season instead of playing the same way each match, shares what his relationship is like with former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, and compares where central Indiana ranks on the places that he has lived in his life. (12:06-25:54) – Michael Young from the IndyCar Radio Network makes an appearance on Query & Company with Greg Rakestraw to discuss the expectations for the two races at Iowa Speedway this weekend, explains how hard it is for teams to turnaround from Saturday night and then race again on Sunday afternoon, Scott Dixon’s legacy and how much longer he will race, and identifies Team Penske’s struggles as the storyline that he will be monitoring in the final seven races of the season. (25:54-40:30) – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins the show and starts his conversation with Greg Rakestraw discussing the first Summer League game for the Indiana Pacers, notes why it is such an important event for people involved with the NBA, previews tonight’s Fever game against the Atlanta Dream, and notes what All-Star weekend could be like for the WNBA in comparison to All-Star weekend for the NBA when it was in town.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-25:28) – Query & Company opens on a Friday with Greg Rakestraw filling in for Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the four big topics of today’s show. Rake comments on Myles Turner’s goodbye post to the Indiana Pacers, IndyCar in Iowa this weekend, the Fever back on the floor tonight after a brutal loss last time out on Wednesday and asks Eddie if he’s heard from Jake since leaving Wednesday for Manchester. (25:28-38:40) – Indy Eleven Head Coach Sean McAuley joins the show to talk about his teams commanding 3-0 win over Monterey Bay FC on Saturday night, explains why he always adapts his tactics during the course of the season instead of playing the same way each match, shares what his relationship is like with former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, and compares where central Indiana ranks on the places that he has lived in his life. (38:40-44:36) – The first hour of the program concludes with Greg Rakestraw highlighting what’s going on in Wimbledon between Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic. Plus, he comments on the up-and-coming American tennis players. (44:36-1:09:04) – Michael Young from the IndyCar Radio Network makes an appearance on Query & Company with Greg Rakestraw to discuss the expectations for the two races at Iowa Speedway this weekend, explains how hard it is for teams to turnaround from Saturday night and then race again on Sunday afternoon, Scott Dixon’s legacy and how much longer he will race, and identifies Team Penske’s struggles as the storyline that he will be monitoring in the final seven races of the season. (1:09:04-1:24:17) – Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files joins the show and starts his conversation with Greg Rakestraw discussing the first Summer League game for the Indiana Pacers, notes why it is such an important event for people involved with the NBA, previews tonight’s Fever game against the Atlanta Dream, and notes what All-Star weekend could be like for the WNBA in comparison to All-Star weekend for the NBA when it was in town. (1:24:17-1:28:24) – Hour number two of the show concludes with Greg providing an update on Sinner vs Djokovic in Wimbledon. Rake wonders if that was the last time Novak competes in the major. (1:28:24-1:50:24) – The final hour of the show starts with Greg Rakestraw highlighting the gusts that he’s had on today’s show and noting some things that were discussed that he wanted to revisit. Specifically, what the rest of the season looks like for Team Penske and starts wondering what the team could look like next season. Additionally, he explains why people need to celebrate the accomplishment that Clayton Kershaw made last week because it could be a while before we see another pitcher reach 3,000 career strikeouts. (1:50:24-2:03:42) – As Jake does every Friday on Query & Company, he provides heart health advice to you through our partnership with Franciscan Health. Dr. Sharath Vipparthy joins the show and explains what atrial fibrillation is and some of the risk factors that leads to people experiencing AFib. (2:03:42-2:10:37) – Today’s show closes out with Greg Rakestraw giving away a pair of tickets for a listener to go see Dierks Bentley next weekend! Plus, JMV joins the show to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exclusive Interviews are back! In this episode, brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary Neville sits down with Manchester United legend Nemanja Vidić to reflect on the highs, lows, and turning points of his incredible career.Vidić opens up about the early stages of his journey, including near-moves to Liverpool and Aston Villa, before a call from Sir Alex Ferguson changed everything. He shares how he overcame a tough start at Old Trafford to become one of the club's greatest ever defenders.The chat also covers playing alongside some of the greats, lifting the Champions League in 2008, and where David Moyes went wrong during his time in Manchester.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a show!00:00 Introduction and Soccer Aid03:41 Vidic life after football15:01 Joining Manchester United21:54 Struggles and Self-Doubt23:14 Settling into the Team23:26 Premier League Challenges23:48 Early Impressions of United24:59 Reflecting on the 2006-07 Season25:41 Building a Partnership with Rio30:46 Champions League Finals36:45 Transition to David Moyes40:51 Post-Ferguson Era43:56 Vidic's PFA awards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke Chadwick experienced it all during his football career!A Premier League winner, he reveals why he never wanted to be a superstar, but found himself thrust into the limelight at one of the world's biggest football clubs.  He remembers training sessions with the Class of 92 - find out which player at United was the hardest worker... The answer might surprise you!Luke also explains how he got out of facing the Sir Alex Ferguson hairdryer after being late for work - and why his little white lie completely snowballed out of control.  Luke is also very open and honest about the media treatment he received during his playing days, which he wrote about in his book - Not Just A Pretty Face - which is out now!For your exclusive membership to 'The Football Museum' from Sky Sports, make sure you give this show a follow wherever you listen to your podcasts. We open our doors every Tuesday. Listen to all episodes here: skysports.com/the-football-museumWatch the best interviews from The Football Museum on YouTube here: The Football Museum on YouTubeTo get in touch with the pod, email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

This week we focus on the delayed 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, starting on Saturday in Morocco.South Africa are the defending champions, while Nigeria have a record nine titles. Piers is at the tournament and he looks ahead for us.Also we reflect on Africa's showing at the Fifa Club World Cup, and we speak to Al Ahly chairman Khaled Mortagey.And Stuart has a feature on Sir Alex Ferguson, the EPL's most successful manager ever, but Stuart explains how the mangers of today have less control than Ferguson had.

I hope this quote from Sir Alex Ferguson helps you do your best.   Join the FREE Facebook group for The Michael Brian Show at https://www.facebook.com/groups/themichaelbrianshow   Follow Mike on Facebook Instagram & Twitter

Kenny Wilson speaks to Graham Ruddick about the story behind how Dr Martens, the famous footwear brand, trebled its annual revenues to £1 billion while he was chief executive. It is a story that begins with Kenny Wilson as a promising footballer at Aberdeen while Sir Alex Ferguson was manager, involves learning about brand and leadership at Levi's, and has some challenges along the way... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back in the summer of 2020, Jimbo and co passed the time reviewing classic Premier League campaigns.Here from the vault, we bring you the thoughts of Michael Cox, Daniel Storey and Matt Davies-Adams on the 1998/99 season, when there were many twists and turns but one team won it all.It was the best season ever to be a Man United fan with Sir Alex Ferguson's side taken right down to the wire but winning the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League. But what else about 98/99 have you forgotten?Di Canio shoving a referee? Liverpool having joint managers? West Ham finishing 5th?Relive one of the most dramatic seasons in Premier League history.Produced by Charlie Jones.RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Gullit joins Newcastle (04.00)• PART 1b: John Gregory's Aston Villa (06.30) • PART 1c: West Ham finish 5th (09.00)• PART 1d: Paolo Di Canio versus Paul Alcock (10.30)• PART 2a: A three-way title race (15.00)• PART 2b: Forest relegated, Van Hooijdonk on strike (25.00)• PART 2c: Houllier/Evans at Liverpool (28.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

När jag poddintervjuade Solskjaer våren 2016 talade han om varför norsk landslagsfotboll halkat efter, om varför han nobbar förfrågningarna om att bli förbundskapten, om den svenske spelare han lärt sig mest av, om vad han drömmer om som tränare och om vad han lärt av Sir Alex Ferguson. Dessutom talade Solskjaer om Manchester Uniteds kris, om förståelsen för ilskan från hans gamla spelarkollegor och om smärtan i att hans favorittränare Pep Guardiola är i City. Givetvis talade Solskjaer även om sin tid som spelare i United; om triumferna och hårtorkarna han fått, om stämpeln som ”super-sub” och om den där Champions League-finalen som gjorde honom till ett namn världen över. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Transfers that shook the world, a summer series for The Athletic FC looking back on the moves that sparked fury and saw heroes become villains.Today we're heading back to August 2012, when Arsenal captain Robin van Persie crossed a divide that had defined a Premier League era…So why was van Persie determined to swap the Emirates for Old Trafford - and did the move ultimately prove to be Sir Alex Ferguson's final masterstroke at Manchester United?Host: Ayo AkinwolereWith: David Ornstein, Amy Lawrence, Oli Kay & Andy MittenExecutive Producer: Adey MoorheadProducers: Guy Clarke and Lucy OlivaSound Design: Jay Beale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads are joined by none other than Martin Tyler – the legendary commentator affectionately known across the world as the voice of football.With a career spanning over five decades, Martin reflects on iconic moments behind the mic – from “Collymore closing in!” to Aguero's title-winning goal. He shares the unseen prep behind a commentator's job, how he once nearly turned down the TV gig entirely, and the surreal reality of being more recognised for his voice than his face.Crouchy, Chris, and Sids dig into Tyler's personal story: from his grassroots beginnings, non-league coaching adventures, close friendships with legendary managers, and why even now, aged 78, he's still chasing energy and the joy of football.It's a nostalgic, surprisingly emotional, and often hilarious look at the man behind some of football's most spine-tingling moments.Chumbawamba 00:00 – Intro01:30 – Martin Tyler reflects on first meeting Crouch during Youth Cup04:00 – Ron Atkinson's phone call about teenage Crouchy06:30 – Tyler's first football memory: Woking in 195308:30 – Nearly turning down a career in television10:40 – “Collymore closing in!” and Aguero's title winner17:00 – Why Tyler still does all his own research25:00 – On staying neutral and reacting to big moments33:00 – Sir Alex Ferguson calls him at home after Sunderland match41:00 – Working with Thomas Frank & the beauty of access45:00 – Tyler's favourite football day: Woking at Wembley and Blackburn's title51:00 – Still chasing the energy: Tyler on love, ageing, and staying relevantFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. With the Club World Cup underway, we wrap up the week with Part Two of our Origin Story series, focusing on Manchester United's chaotic 2000 Club World Cup campaign in Brazil.Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper unpack United's controversial decision to withdraw from the FA Cup, the disorganised nature of the tournament, and the fiery clash between European entitlement and South American intensity. Plus, we'll hear about the now-legendary story of Roy Keane, Teddy Sheringham, and Nicky Butt hang gliding over Rio - doing their best to stay out of sight of Sir Alex Ferguson!If you're enjoying It Was What It Was, please hit subscribe to never miss an episode, and consider leaving us a five-star review to help others discover the show. Thank you for listening!And don't forget to subscribe to our new show Stick to Cricket, wherever you get your podcasts!00:00 English Expectations and Brazilian Strength00:48 Introduction to the Double History Podcast00:58 The Infamous 2000 Club World Cup02:01 FIFA's Ambitions and the Club World Cup03:36 The Controversial Decision: Manchester United's Dilemma04:27 Global Participation and FIFA's Motivations07:09 Political Pressures and England's World Cup Bid22:09 Manchester United's PR Disaster in Brazil25:18 The Tournament Begins: Double Header in Sao Paulo26:17 The Shabby Stadium and Initial Matches27:16 David Beckham's Red Card Incident28:22 United's Aloof Image and Public Relations Disaster29:26 Tournament Progress and Group Stage Results30:07 Vasco's Dominance Over Manchester United33:11 Gary Neville's Struggles and Team Support38:37 United's PR Disaster in Rio40:13 Impact on United's Season and Future Tournaments42:06 Reflections on the Club World Cup50:43 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Phelan knows what greatness looks like - having worked alongside Sir Alex Ferguson, first as a player then part of his coaching team. As Fergie’s trusted right-hand man, he helped shape one of football’s most dominant dynasties. From the hairdryers to the heartbreaks, Mike Phelan sits down with Sports Minutes to take us inside life alongside Sir Alex, the Ole comeback, and the club’s modern-day identity crisis. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He's a Treble winner and fourth on the Premier League's all-time scoring list with 187 goals. Introducing the latest guest on the Obi One Podcast: Manchester United legend Andy Cole. ‘Coley' sits down with John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy to reflect on the highs - and lows - from his career on and off the pitch. He sets the record straight on what really happened at Newcastle and why he hasn't spoken to Kevin Keegan since. What were his first impressions of Manchester United, Sir Alex Ferguson and a certain Eric Cantona? And, what does he make of today's United and Ruben Amorim? Cole also famously shunned penalty kicks, scoring just once from the spot in the Premier League. But why? The former striker reveals all. Plus, Cole also lifts the lid on his health battle off the field and a betrayal that left him questioning everything. This is the real Andy Cole. Unapologetic and authentic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In June 2004, José Mourinho made headlines around the world by claiming ‘I think I'm a special one' at his unveiling as Chelsea manager. Just under a year later, he lifted the Premier League trophy for the first time, delivering Chelsea their first league title in 50 years. Robert Huth was part of the Chelsea defence that conceded only 15 goals in the league that season – and he joins Mark Chapman, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith 20 years later to reflect on an incredible achievement. They look back on Jose Mourinho's management style – what was it like to be coached by him? Can he be credited with bringing the 4-3-3 to English football? Hear from midfielder Claude Makélélé on his role within the team and from Sir Alex Ferguson on his rivalry with José Mourinho. [This is re-versioned episode from the Football Daily's archive. It was first published on the 26th April 2025]They also discuss what nearly became a domestic treble for Mourinho in his first year in English football, and remember one of the Premier League's most memorable seasons.

This month we explore the factors behind the dramatic decline of Manchester United and possible lessons for other elite sports teams as well asking whether the Pittsburgh Steelers and Mike Tomlin should be praised for their consistency or questioned for their inability to advance in the playoffs in recent years. We quickly dabble back into the equity and sustainability of the NCAA settlement with former players. 

Author and journalist Uli Hesse joins Ronan Murphy to explain how Borussia Dortmund beat Europe's elite to sign Jude Bellingham and turn him into a superstar+ Bellingham's U15 breakthrough and worldwide teammates+ Sir Alex Ferguson gets snubbed+ Controversial comments after Der Klassiker+ The almost-perfect goodbye + Incoming: Jobe BellinghamAudience Survey http://bit.ly/thetransferspodcast-surveyThe Transfers Podcast, powered by FootballTransfers.comJoin Duncan Castles and insiders from across the game for exclusive news and in-depth analysis of football's biggest stories.WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VadK7lI3LdQV9V3QhY47https://x.com/DuncanCastleshttps://bsky.app/profile/duncancastles.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deze week hoor je het tweede deel van het gesprek tussen Alex Pastoor en René Meulensteen vanuit Manchester.René deelt hoe het is om te leven en werken in uiteenlopende voetbalculturen, van India en Israël tot Rusland en Australië. Wat kunnen Nederlandse coaches leren van het buitenland? En hoe staan wij Nederlanders er op in het buitenland? Hoe kunnen we verbeteren? Het is belangrijk om niet alleen kwaliteit te leveren, maar ook de cultuur écht te begrijpen.Verder vertelt hij over zijn korte periodes bij Maccabi en Anzhi, waar hij samenwerkte met Guus Hiddink en sterren als Eto'o en Willian tot zijn beschikking had. Wat voor impact hebben zulke kortstondige, afgebroken projecten op je CV? Ook blikt René vooruit: ziet hij zichzelf nog bij een topclub? En hoe kijkt hij naar het huidige Manchester United, dat worstelt sinds het vertrek van Sir Alex Ferguson? Hoe ging de opvolging van Sir Alex destijds in zijn werk?Tot slot wordt ook het Nederlandse voetbal onder de loep genomen: blijven we te star vasthouden aan het klassieke 4-3-3? En wat is er nodig voor nieuw internationaal succes?Zie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Midfield maestro mesmerised a Hibs-daft kid… later, his wise counsel would salvage his fledgling career at Sir Alex's Aberdeen.Welcome to a new episode of the My Sporting Hero podcast, part of Nutmeg FC. The home of brilliant football stories — made in Scotland.In June, Nutmeg FC subscribers will enjoy a feast of exclusive content, including:* Daniel Gray's Slow Match Report from the Shelbourne v Shamrock Rovers League of Ireland clash.* Our tactics guy Adam Clery breaking down Scotland's double header with Iceland and Lichenstein.* The latest three-part investigation from Stephen McGowan.* Another Sporting Intelligence data dive.Only paid subscribers to Nutmeg FC get every piece we produce straight to their inbox.This time on My Sporting Hero, our guest is Gordon Strachan.Edinburgh-born Gordon was the midfield dynamo in Sir Alex Ferguson's mighty Aberdeen side of the early 1980s, winning two league titles, three Scottish Cups and, of course, the 1983 European Cup Winners' Cup. He won the FA Cup with Manchester United before being reunited at Old Trafford with Ferguson, then captained Howard Wilkinson's Leeds United to the 1992 league title. Gordon won a half century of Scotland caps, and graced the dark blue at the 1982 and 1986 World Cups.As well as managing Scotland — for five years — and three English clubs, Gordon led Celtic to six domestic trophies and deep into European competition. He has been a media analyst and has worked tirelessly for the good of the game of football, notably assisting hometown outfit Spartans FC.Gordon is currently technical director at the club he started out at, Dundee.Gordon's sporting hero is the great Pat Stanton, Hibernian's humble hero and the original midfield Mr Cool, Calm and Collected.Nutmeg FC | Substack This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nutmegfc.co.uk/subscribe

Deze keer te gast: René Meulensteen! Een beetje onder de radar in Nederland als techniektrainer, vooral bekend als rechterhand van een van de grootste trainers aller tijden: Sir Alex Ferguson.Wat maakt een topteam écht succesvol? René deelt zijn visie: van spelers die het verschil maken tot het belang van keihard werken voor elkaar. De tactiek? Die komt pas later.Je krijgt een uniek kijkje achter de schermen van de trainingen op het veld van Manchester United, de werkwijze van Sir Alex Ferguson, en waarom nabesprekingen volgens Meulensteen vaak overbodig zijn. Ook gaan ze in op 'de ballon van Mike Phelan'.Zie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin and Kieran analyse how Sir Alex Ferguson's transfer spending compares to Pep Guardiola's and discuss whether an independent football regulator would have approved the creation of the Premier League in 1992. Follow Kevin on X - @kevinhunterday Follow Kieran on X - @KieranMaguire Follow The Price of Football on X - @pof_pod Send in a question: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠questions@priceoffootball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join The Price of Football CLUB: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://priceoffootball.supportingcast.fm/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out the Price of Football merchandise store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://the-price-of-football.backstreetmerch.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit the website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://priceoffootball.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship email - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@adelicious.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Price of Football is a Dap Dip production: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dapdip.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠contact@dapdip.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#877 | Ed and Wayne skip the usual NQAT awards ceremony and dive into the end-of-season mailbag instead. Bruno Fernandes was Player of the Year, obviously. THat's all. Answering questions from listeners, they discuss the club's financial struggle and speculate about the complexities of offloading unwanted players. Concerns over failed transfers, management inefficiencies, and the club's declining global brand are also highlighted. Questions also dive into historical failures in recruitment and ponder the worst players signed by Sir Alex Ferguson. Also, there's a strangely long discussion about who would win a wheelbarrow race among footballing brothers.

I love this game! To anyone who has an interest in sport and finds themselves regularly on social media, this catchphrase is likely to mean something to you, as is the person who coined it. Patrice Evra is one of the most decorated and stand out footballers of the last 20 years. Premier Leagues, Champions Leagues, his success on the pitch most famously with Manchester United is no secret. But as his media profile has shown, there is more to the man than football. There's a drive, focus, and application that runs deep, now being leveraged to build a career in business both in and out of the sport. The value of the athlete investor has never been more topical, and in this special show we explore it in a new way, as we welcome Tommy Fish, his business partner at emerging football tech start-up ‘PLAYER', for a unique insight to how a top athlete can help create a business. PLAYER is tackling one of the biggest challenges in football; the provision of access and opportunity for the sport's brightest young players. Based on Tommy's vision and Patrice's crazy stories, this chat is full of education and entertainment! On today's show we discuss: The Value of the Athlete Investor: Why are more athletes looking to develop their exposure to business opportunities away from the pitch? A deepdive into Pat and Tommy's business ‘PLAYER': The Linkedin for Footballers How can a business best leverage the experiences of someone like Patrice to develop their product and audience? Did players are Manchester United look to invest in businesses and how did Sir Alex Ferguson react to players having a focus away form football? The danger of players never been taught how to manage the vast amount of money they make during their careers. Opportunities to Disrupt Football: Social Media: how the creation of an online presence and personality has provided Patrice with a whole new method of engagement. “Football has changed”...how? What is different now from the days Patrice was playing and is it a good thing? While there is lots good about the football industry, there are many ways the game needs to improve. What is PLAYER doing to be a part of the tech movement disrupting sport? Why the age of social media has created a new kind of footballer. Is there an issue with the emergence of ‘player as brand' and taking influence and control away from management? Creating the Right Mentality: “If you are a lazy person you are in big trouble”. The mentality that makes for the best players also makes for the best business people! Why in the year Manchester United won the Champions League and Premier League, losing the FA Cup is his resounding memory. What does a winning mentality look like and how can you build one? How was the culture of win at all costs instilled at Manchester United and what happened when Ferguson eventually left? When David Moyes was sacked, did the players look at themselves to take responsibility? A huge thank you to our partners RUNNA. Whether you're an existing user or if it's your first time on the app, use the code below for exclusive access: BOSRUNNA https://join.runna.com/lKmc/redeem?code=BOSRUNNA You can also get more exclusive Business of Sport content from our newly launched Patreon. Come and see what we have for you! https://patreon.com/BusinessofSport

Former Manchester United and Portugal winger Nani joins John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy on a brand new episode of the Obi One Podcast. From his tough upbringing in Lisbon to lighting up the Theatre of Dreams with his dazzling array of skills, Nani opens up on a wide range of subjects, including his close relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo, revealing just how competitive his compatriot can be. He also reminisces about a hilarious trip with boss Sir Alex Ferguson and explains how his son has been trolling him with YouTube clips of Lionel Messi! https://www.instagram.com/obionepodcast?igsh=MWNzbHVocHdzeWZwdA== https://x.com/obionepodcast?s=21 https://www.facebook.com/share/1AJ7ZPB4Cp/?mibextid=wwXIfr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ravel Morrison joins the podcast this week, and might just be the most surprising guest we have ever had on Undr The Cosh. Ravel lifts the lid on the lies, rumours, and misconceptions so many people have about him and why he never lived up to his potential. From a young age, Ravel had eyes on him as he came through the ranks at Manchester United under Sir Alex Ferguson, where he was widely regarded as the best talent in the academy. With a dressing room full of world-class professionals like Gary Neville, Rio Ferdinand, and Cristiano Ronaldo, it's hard to understand why so much of that talent went unfulfilled. Despite his raw ability, Sam Allardyce managed to get glimpses of his best including that unforgettable goal against Tottenham but after agent disputes, he was forced out the door and once again labelled a “bad egg.” After moving abroad, Ravel hit the lowest point in his career under Simone Inzaghi at Lazio before rediscovering his love for football playing in Mexico. And of course, in true Undr The Cosh fashion, we get the full story behind his obsession with tuna, the infamous incident involving Lee Clark's pond, and why Gary Neville once lost it and smashed his phone. Ravel opens up about the people who lied about him, his beef with Zaha and explains exactly where things went wrong and why a player with his level of talent never fulfilled his full potential. Bespoke kits for your club with O'Neills Sportswear UK

In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox sits down with John Purdy, co-founder of Ergo and a seasoned leader who has helped shape the Irish tech landscape over the past three decades. From launching Ergo in 1993 with just a handful of people to scaling it into one of Ireland's top IT services companies, John shares the highs, the hard decisions, and the philosophies that guided him through it all. John shares a rare behind-the-scenes look at how he scaled Ergo without external investment and spun out an eventual unicorn, Fenergo, along the way. He opens up about the emotional and strategic decision to step away as CEO after 28 years, and what he's doing now to give back—both to founders and to causes close to his heart. If you're building a business or figuring out what comes after success, this is the playbook. Show Notes: In this episode, we cover:

Welcome back to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast.It's FA Cup final week, with Manchester City set to take on Crystal Palace at Wembley. In this episode, co-hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper revisit the dramatic story of Palace's remarkable run to the 1990 FA Cup Final.Just months after a crushing 9-0 defeat to Liverpool, Crystal Palace stunned the same side in a sensational 4-3 semi-final — a match still regarded as one of the greatest in FA Cup history. That victory set up a final against Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United, who, at the time, were still chasing their first trophy under his management.Today, we delve into where Crystal Palace stood as a club in 1990, explore their tactical shifts, highlight standout performances — especially the impact of Ian Wright — and examine Manchester United's situation under Ferguson, including the pivotal moments that led to his first silverware with the club. We also examine whether Palace could shock Manchester City and finally win the FA Cup for the first time in their history.Chapters00:00 Introduction02:23 Crystal Palace's Journey to the Semis03:37 Televised Semifinals and Hillsborough's Impact11:55 Crystal Palace's Tactical Shift15:17 The Dramatic Semifinal Match20:39 Crystal Palace's Historic FA Cup Final21:06 Manchester United's Journey to the 1990 FA Cup Final25:55 Ian Wright's Miraculous Comeback28:35 The Replay and Ferguson's First Trophy31:56 Comparing Crystal Palace Eras36:05 Can Crystal Palace Upset Manchester City? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Watson, Everton's most-recent trophy-winning captain, is Chris Beesley's latest guest on Goodison Park: My Home. The centre-half was the Blues' skipper when they defeated Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United side 1-0 in the 1995 FA Cup final and recalls an incredible story about what happened to the famous silverware that night after the Wembley victory. Scouser Watson, who grew up on Boundary Street, close to the new Everton Stadium, started his professional career across Stanley Park with Liverpool – for whom his brother Alex later played – but never made a first team appearance before joining Norwich City in 1980. While with the Canaries, he made his England debut, winning his first of 12 caps for the Three Lions, in a 2-0 win over Brazil in the Maracana Stadium before lifting the League Cup the following year. He returned to his home city in 1986 when Howard Kendall snapped him up for Everton for a then club record £900,000 fee and was part of their last League Championship-winning side in his first season at Goodison Park. Now 63, Watson made 528 appearances for the Blues – the third highest in history behind Neville Southall (751) and Brian Labone (534) – and also had a stint as caretaker manager in 1997 following Joe Royle's exit before having a season in charge of Tranmere Rovers in 2001/02 to serve all three of Merseyside's professional football clubs. Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here: https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.everto Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we explore the explosive night of January 25, 1995, when Manchester United's enigmatic French star Eric Cantona delivered one of football's most shocking moments - a kung fu kick aimed at Crystal Palace supporter Matthew Simmons after being sent off at Selhurst Park. What began as a scrappy match with Palace players targeting Cantona with heavy challenges culminated in an incident that transcended sport, becoming a cultural flashpoint that still resonates nearly three decades later. Following his red card for retaliating against Richard Shaw, Cantona's decision to launch himself into the stands created instant hysteria in British media, with headlines declaring it "the night football died of shame." While moral outrage dominated the mainstream narrative, with extensive coverage across newspapers and television, reactions were notably divided. Many fellow players privately sympathized with Cantona, United fans stood firmly behind him, and even some journalists suggested Simmons' reported xenophobic abuse made the Frenchman's reaction understandable in context. The aftermath saw Cantona facing dual punishment - an FA ban until October 1, 1995, far harsher than comparable incidents that season, and a brief prison sentence that was quickly overturned on appeal. It was during this appeal that Cantona delivered his cryptic "when seagulls follow the trawler" press statement, adding another layer of mystique to his already larger-than-life persona. Behind the scenes, Sir Alex Ferguson, initially contemplating Cantona's departure, ultimately made a pivotal trip to Paris to convince his star to remain at Old Trafford. Ferguson's successful intervention preserved what would become one of football's most powerful redemption stories. Cantona's return to action in October 1995 sparked United's revival, culminating in the 1995-96 Double - an achievement that might never have happened had the Frenchman departed. Beyond the trophies, the incident cemented an unbreakable bond between Cantona and United supporters, who appreciated his willingness to defy convention and stand up against perceived injustice. Three decades later, the Selhurst Park incident remains the defining image of Cantona's career, despite his 82 goals and pivotal role in Manchester United's dominance of the early Premier League era. While many would cite league titles or spectacular goals as their proudest moments, Cantona himself views the kick differently, once remarking it was his "best moment" in football. This paradox encapsulates what made Cantona unique - his unflinching authenticity, philosophical outlook, and what Ferguson called his "defiant charisma" created a legacy that transcends mere statistics or silverware. Talk2TheHand is an independent throwback podcast run by husband and wife, Jimmy and Beth. Obsessed with 90s nostalgia and 90s celebrities, we'll rewind the years and take you back to the greatest era of our lives.   New episodes bursting with nostalgia of the 90s released on Tuesdays. Please subscribe to our podcast and we'll keep you gooey in 1990s love. Find us on Twitter @talk2thehandpod or email us at jimmy@talk2thehand.co.uk or beth@talk2thehand.co.uk

In June 2004, Jose Mourinho made headlines around the world by claiming ‘I think I'm a special one' at his unveiling as Chelsea manager. Just under a year later, he lifted the Premier League trophy for the first time, delivering Chelsea their first league title in 50 years. Robert Huth was part of the Chelsea defence that conceded only 15 goals in the league that season – and he joins Mark Chapman, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith 20 years later to reflect on an incredible achievement. They look back on Jose Mourinho's management style – what was it like to be coached by him? Can he be credited with bringing the 4-3-3 to English football? Hear from midfielder Claude Makelele on his role within the team and from Sir Alex Ferguson on his rivalry with Jose Mourinho. They also discuss what nearly became a domestic treble for Mourinho in his first year in English football, and remember one of the Premier League's most memorable seasons.

The wait is OVER! Rio Ferdinand sits down with Manchester United LEGEND Ryan Giggs in this exclusive "Rio Meets" episode. From explosive winger to decorated veteran, Giggsy opens up about the evolution of wingers, the potential of Garnacho, playing alongside Bale and the ICONIC Cristiano Ronaldo. Plus, hear his unique perspective on the values needed at Man Utd, the differences between the '99 and '08 Champions League winning squads, dealing with fan criticism, his relationship with Sir Alex Ferguson, and his journey into management. Don't miss this in-depth chat with a true Old Trafford hero! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While we gear up for Season 5, we hope you enjoy this re-release from July of 2023.  Since we spoke with Fisher, "Beckham" went on to win several Emmys including Best Documentary or Nonfiction Series and Outstanding Directing of a Documentary/Nonfiction Program for Fisher.   From the opening moments when David Beckham strolls through a country field wearing a beekeeper's outfit, you know you'll be witnessing another side to one of the world's most famous people.  In “Beckham”, a 4-part series on Netflix, director Fisher Stevens (producer of  “The Cove” and “Tiger King”, and an actor on stage and screen for 40 years, most recently playing Hugo Baker on “Succession”) reveals the life and career of a man whom he says has a unique disposition:  Craving love, but determinedly individualistic.     Fisher speaks with Mike about some of Beckham's most important relationships: his father; his manager, Sir Alex Ferguson; and his wife, Victoria, aka Posh Spice.  They discuss what control means for David, from his father's early invocations of its importance, to Beckham's midnight ramblings through his London home scrubbing surfaces and trimming the wicks of candles.  And they share stories of what it means to be an American fan of soccer… er, um… football.   Our "Anatomy of a Scene:  Beckham"... again, with Fisher Stevens.   Hidden Gems: Burden of Dreams   Follow: @fisherstevens and on Instagram and @fisherstevensbk on twitter @topdocspod on Instagram and twitter   The Presenting Sponsor of "Top Docs" is Netflix

This week, we're joined by a true legend of the commentary world – Ian Darke! Part 1 of the podcast came out on Monday, so if you missed it... make sure to go back and listen! He shares why it's best not to strike up a conversation with Des Lynam during the first 40 seconds of a flight, and what it's really like handling fiery managers like Sir Alex Ferguson and Neil Warnock. Ian also reflects on his time as a boxing commentator, including the tense moments where he had to navigate riots and even gunfire. Plus, there's time to chat about his lifelong support for Portsmouth FC and the unforgettable highs of the club's remarkable run through the 00's. If you've got anything at all to contribute, you can email us at: hello@letsbehavingyou.com If you're a member of the QK Fan club - good news! As the QK fan club transitions to LBHY fan club you'll still get access to all the old QK subscriber episodes and you'll be getting monthly special episodes from LBHY as well (which may very well include, Big Ron Manager..) So good night Richard Wright, Chris, Alex and Nick x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Hendrick looks at the Liverpool new & gossip, as he compares the situation left at Manchester United & Liverpool by Sir Alex Ferguson & Jurgen Klopp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast.In today's episode, hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper are joined by journalist David Walsh to explore how the modern fortunes of Manchester United are intertwined with one of the greatest racehorses in history.This is the extraordinary story of Rock of Gibraltar, the famed racehorse part-owned by Sir Alex Ferguson - and how his connections and relationships with John Magnier, and JP McManus would ultimately impact the Glazers' takeover of Manchester United. David Walsh shares insider details from his investigative work on the story, making this one of the most fascinating sports sagas of recent times. Tune in on Friday for part two, and the implications of the Glazers' takeover - and Manchester United's decline.00:00 The Tale of the Lost Kingdom00:25 Introduction to the Podcast and Special Guest00:35 The Story of Rock of Gibraltar01:25 David Walsh's Insights02:28 The Connection Between Sir Alex Ferguson and John Magner07:36 The Rise of Rock of Gibraltar17:21 The Dispute Over Ownership19:26 The Financial Implications29:04 Ownership Dispute and Legal Battle29:52 High Court Drama and Stakeholder Tensions30:50 Public Fallout and Media Frenzy34:02 Settlement and Aftermath38:39 The Glazers' Takeover41:35 Reflecting on Missed Opportunities49:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it really take to lead a nation on the rugby field? Former Scotland captain Bryan Redpath reveals the raw truth about leadership under pressure, how personal performance, tough decisions, and owning your mistakes shape the person in charge. From making game-defining calls to dealing with the weight of national expectation, he shares what it means to lead when the stakes couldn't be higher.Redpath doesn't stop at sport. He pulls back the curtain on leadership in business too. He compares the selfless, team-first mentality of rugby with the siloed mindset he's seen in corporate life. With powerful stories involving icons like Sir Alex Ferguson and Kevin Sinfield, he makes a compelling case for vulnerability, mentorship, and real team bonds as the keys to lasting success.This is more than just a story about rugby. It is a masterclass in leadership, trust, and staying true to your values. Redpath's advice is gold. Master what you're great at, share what you know, and lead with heart. If you want to be a better leader in sport, business, or life, this conversation is unmissable.Powered By ActionCOACH Business Coaching: The Help You Need to Grow Your Business: https://business.actioncoach.co.uk/Take Your Business to New Heights: Book Your Spot at the UK's Biggest Business Event to hear from Global Thought Leaders and Industry Pioneers in 2025:https://thebizx.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this nostalgia-packed episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads welcomePremier League icon Peter Schmeichel, and the result is nothing short of legendary.Widely considered one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time, Peter Schmeichel shares extraordinary stories from his journey, growing up in Denmark, sneaking in football behind his pianist father's back, and the shocking spy story of his dad defecting from Poland during the Cold War.From bringing handball instincts into the Premier League to transforming goalkeepingwith his iconic throws and psychological tactics, Schmeichel gives fans unmatchedbehind-the-scenes insight into Man United's dominance, Sir Alex Ferguson's trust in theClass of '92, and the unbelievable run that led to the famous 1999 treble.He even talks about his love-hate relationship with baked beans, his time on StrictlyCome Dancing, and how he may have nearly joined Liverpool on a night out with Ian Rush!This one is for the diehard football romantics. Bacon sandwiches at the ready—this is theSchmeichel episode you didn't know you needed.Chumbawamba 00:04:06 – Schmeichel on Denmark and his connection to England.00:12:33 – Schmeichel's Cold War double agent story.00:24:22 – The influence of handball on his goalkeeping style.00:29:06 – Sir Alex showing up in Denmark with a promise.00:34:12 – What it meant to win the first-ever Premier League title.00:41:13 – Dwight Yorke's underrated role and dressing room magic.Subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFULBvlxNWW8cWsrV6fGrcwFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of the Joy of Football Podcast, Neil and Martin are joined by the one and only Geoff Shreeves.They discuss Geoff's life and times, from working at Sky, contributing to Fifa with Martin (and his famous catchphrase), fights with Sir Alex Ferguson, classic interviews (including Branislav Ivanovic telling that he won't be playing in the Champions League Final), an so much MORE!It was a long podcast, but he's a touch cookie... I think he'll carry on.Join Neil Barnett (former Chelsea touch-liner announce and football journalist) alongside the voice of the Premier League Martin Tyler in celebrating the greatest addiction in the World!Hosted by The Revive Lounge Ltd UCsdye1hUxP4xhgBx9zvuSjgSubscribe to https://youtube.com/@TheReviveLounge?si=L5ddzrJrtSmErtJ5Support the Pod https://patreon.com/TheJoysofFootballPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkRead us on Substack https://martintylerandneilbarnett.substack.com/Follow our Twitter https://x.com/TheJOFFollow our Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@joy_of_football_pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcFollow our Instagram https://https://www.instagram.com/joy_of_football_pod/Contact us via: therevivelounge@gmail.comMusic by Arron Clague - https://www.instagram.com/arronclague?igsh=aHg1bjQ3OHpmaXIzIntro Sequence by Wellong Sadewo (wells.illustration): https://www.instagram.com/wells.illustration/A massive thank you to our Patreon Supporters:Nick ParmenterHillary AbbottDaniel ButiganTommy MckSend us a textSupport the show

René Meulensteen is a highly respected coach best known for his time at Manchester United under Sir Alex Ferguson. Having played a key role in the club's success, he worked closely with some of the biggest names in football, including Cristiano Ronaldo. In this episode, René dives into the culture that made Manchester United so dominant under Ferguson and how it has changed since his departure. He shares fascinating insights on leadership, communication, and the tactical brilliance that set Ferguson apart. René also opens up about his role in shaping Cristiano Ronaldo into a world-class goal scorer. He explains the details behind Ronaldo's transformation, his work ethic, technical improvements, and the mentality shifts that helped him reach new heights. He also discusses the importance of adaptability in coaching and how being too rigid with tactics can limit a team's success.The episode offers insights into leadership and communication, with Rene emphasising how crucial these qualities are for managing top players.

Daily #86 | It's five years since the Premier League was suspended as the Covid-19 pandemic reached the UK. Three long months without football and then some of the best games during the post Sir Alex Ferguson wilderness years. Ed and Dominic get all nostalgic. Sponsor NQAT is brought to you in association with NordVPN, and you can take advantage of our

This week we had the pleasure of having  @thecyclinggk  in the studio. He revealed what it was like to play under Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United, His time at Wrexham and what Ryan Reynolds is really like & the trials and tribulations of being a professional goalkeeper!Please support the podcast by subscribing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BreakingBreadwithBeardMeatsFoodandJoshGudgeonMERCH Now Available: https://my-store-100337f.creator-spring.com/listing/bb-classic-premium-teeFull episode available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qSYFzDgggzu1SlQcO4bx1?si=bfb5e21df19945c2INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/breakingbeardpodADAM: http://www.instagram.com/beardmeatsfoodJOSH: http://www.instagram.com/thejoshgudgeonTWITTER: https://twitter.com/breakingbeardpdFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/breakingbeardpd TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingbeardpod

MANCHESTER UNITED vs ARSENAL is the essential Premier League rivalry for fans of a certain age. These two clubs battled for titles season after season in the early 2000s in what some might call the league's greatest era. Then Arsène Wenger lost his magic touch, Sir Alex Ferguson won the war, and Arsenal fans had to listen to Patrice Evra come out after every encounter between the two and declare that it was "men against boys.” From there, it was a steady decline away from championship contention for the club from North London.When Ferguson left, United had their own downfall, and now they've sunk farther than the eighth-place finish Arsenal endured towards the beginning of manager Mikel Arteta's reign. The Red Devils are in terrible shape after a decade of self-sabotage, cycling through managers and executives and even — with the arrival of Sir Jim Ratcliffe — ownership structures. None of it's helped, and now this week's guest — Manchester United fan and host of Touchline Fracas, Morayo Bamidele — fears his team could be embarrassed at Old Trafford.If you're enjoying the show, please leave us a rating and review! It will help spread the good word.For kickoff times and storylines on all the matches worth your time this weekend, check TheFootballWeekend.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first of a two-part special, The Football Reporters assembles those who followed Cristiano Ronaldo's journey the closest to discuss his rise from talented teenager to Madrid megastar.  Joining Alexis Nunes are Mark Ogden and Rob Dawson to discuss Ronaldo's first stint at Manchester United, and the impact of Sir Alex Ferguson and others on his development from a skinny boy to a goal machine, before Gab Marcotti, Graham Hunter and Rodrigo Faez look back on an era of unprecedented success at Real Madrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There comes a point in every manager's journey where the fans stop and say: “Have you taken us as far as you can?” It's been over five years since Mikel Arteta was appointed Arsenal manager and in that time they've won just one FA Cup (plus a couple of Community Shields, for whoever counts those).Marcus, Luke & Jim discuss whether it's got to the point where Arteta needs to bring a trophy back to the Emirates or risk being left behind.Plus, could Sir Alex Ferguson do better with the current Manchester United squad? And what are our favourite football books?Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Olley, Rob Dawson and Mark Ogden look at the fallen empires of football with Steve Nicol, and wonder if Manchester City may be next. James, Rob and Mark look for the telltale signs of a top team falling from grace in the current Manchester City setup, before ESPN FC's Steve Nicol joins to explain where it went wrong for the Liverpool side of the 1980s and early 1990s that Nicol himself was at the club to experience first-hand. The guys close with a look back at the end of the Sir Alex Ferguson era at Manchester United and the unprecedented lack of success that has followed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After Wayne Rooney's dismissal this week, it means yet another of Sir Alex Ferguson's greatest proteges has found the managerial hot seat far too hot. A listener asks Marcus, Luke and Vish why this keeps happening.Plus, why have there suddenly been so many disruptors to the so-called ‘top six' in recent years? What's the point of pre-match press conferences? And for some reason, we imagine what Andy Gray would have sounded like cast as James Bond.Remember, you can only get in touch with the show if you have a verified X account. Or a Cyber Truck. Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.