An interview with former Brighton, Stoke City and Luton Town First Team Coach and Finland U21 Coach Joaquin Gomez.

Joaquin came to England about 10 years ago and set about progressing as a coach in the game whilst also learning the English language in impressive fashion.

In this episode, Joaquin shares his views on a variety of football matters including

- starting at the bottom and taking every opportunity possible

- how English football and people like Paul Hart and Mick Harford have influenced him

- comparing football culture and systems in Spain and England

- his footballing beliefs and philosophy

- working in international football with the Finland U21 team

Joaquin's journey is really quite inspiring

An interview with Rangers FC First Team Coach Michael Beale.

Michael has worked at some of the world's top football clubs including Chelsea, Liverpool and Sao Paulo in Brazil, and has held positions working with almost all age groups from U6s up to 1st team level.

In this episode, Michael shares his views on a variety of football matters including

- developing young players

- comparing football culture in different countries and what challenges players face coming through the system in England

- how to apply development models at 1st team level

- guiding young players and connecting with them beyond the basic football context

Michael draws upon experiences working with some of the game's most recognisable names including Jose Mourinho, Brendan Rodgers, Raheem Sterling, Steven Gerrard and Trent Alexander Arnold.

An interview with Rangers FC First Team Coach Michael Beale.

Michael has worked at some of the world's top football clubs including Chelsea, Liverpool and Sao Paulo in Brazil, and has held positions working with almost all age groups from U6s up to 1st team level.

In this episode, Michael shares his views on a variety of football matters including

- developing young players

- comparing football culture in different countries and what challenges players face coming through the system in England

- how to apply development models at 1st team level

- guiding young players and connecting with them beyond the basic football context

Michael draws upon experiences working with some of the game's most recognisable names including Jose Mourinho, Brendan Rodgers, Raheem Sterling, Steven Gerrard and Trent Alexander Arnold.

An interview with Penistone Church FC manager Ian Richards.

From being signed by Kenny Dalglish at Blackburn as a player, and going on to play alongside Jamie Vardy before moving into management where he has enjoyed tremendous success, Ian takes us through his experience in the game and explains in great detail how he approaches his role as a manager including;

- playing style

- coaching/training principles

- building a team and a club

- managing a playing budget

- balancing a job as a teacher with his role as a manager at a semi-professional football club

- a typical week in preparation for matchday

- his influences and inspirations

- the importance of togetherness and community

A fascinating insight into the work of one of non league football's brightest managerial prospects

Image courtesy of Penistone Church FC

An interview with Penistone Church FC manager Ian Richards.

From being signed by Kenny Dalglish at Blackburn as a player, and going on to play alongside Jamie Vardy before moving into management where he has enjoyed tremendous success, Ian takes us through his experience in the game and explains in great detail how he approaches his role as a manager including;

- playing style

- coaching/training principles

- building a team and a club

- managing a playing budget

- balancing a job as a teacher with his role as a manager at a semi-professional football club

- a typical week in preparation for matchday

- his influences and inspirations

- the importance of togetherness and community

A fascinating insight into the work of one of non league football's brightest managerial prospects

Image courtesy of Penistone Church FC