Down the Pub Podcast- A Soccer Podcast

By Anthony Abbott

What's Down the Pub Podcast- A Soccer Podcast about?

Head Down the Pub with host Anthony Abbott for casual chats with professional footballers so we hear their story their way.

Anthony chats to footballers from all leagues including the Canadian Premier League, USL, Premier League and beyond!

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Down the Pub Podcast- A Soccer Podcast episodes:

11.20.2021
Episode 118: Forge Fc‘s Triston Henry!
It's CPL play off weekend!! I got the chance to talk to two time CPL champion and 2020 golden glove champion, Triston Henry. We chatted about Canada's win against Mexico and the game against York this weekend. We looked back at the...
11.17.2021
Episode 117: Super Agent Alix Bruch
While most of us watched Netflix and started DIY projects during covid, this week's guest Alix Bruch, started a football agency. Alix talks about the inspiration behind starting Shift Athletes and why it's important for women to take on these roles...
11.10.2021
Epiosde 116: Emerald Exiles author Barry Landy
On this episode I am joined by author of the fantastic new book Emerald Exiles: How the Irish Made Their Mark on World Football, Barry Landy. We chat about the inspiration behind the book and how it came to be. We...
11.04.2021
Episode 115: San Diego Loyal‘s Jack Blake
On this episode, I am joined by San Diego Loyal midfielder, Jack Blake. We chat about the Loyal's first ever play off game against San Antonio and how the squad is doing ahead of it. We also talk about the amazing...
10.21.2021
Episode 114: Forge FC‘s Maxim Tissot!
On this episode I am joined by Forge FC's Canadian International defender Maxim Tissot! We chat about the culture at Forge and where the never say attitude and determination comes from. We also talk about what type of coach Bobby is...
10.17.2021
Bonus Episode: Me, Myself and I
On this week's episode I'm going solo! I look back on the horrendous story of a York United player being racially abused online. I also look back at Canada's great International window and look at how good this team is. Seeing as it...
10.07.2021
Episode 113: Phoenix Rising‘s Aodhan Quinn!
On this episode I am joined by Phoenix Rising midfielder Aodhan Quinn! We chat about the season so far and clinching the playoffs and winning the Western Conference Pacific. We also chat about the new stadium and scoring on his debut. We...
09.30.2021
Episode 112: Skylar Thomas
On this episode I am joined by Memphis 901's Canadian defender Skylar Thomas. We chat about Memphis' play-off push, being drafted by TFC, playing college football for Syracuse and playing with Canada. We also talk about Skylar's training company UVU training and...
09.21.2021
Episode 111: San Diego Loyal‘s Charlie Adams
On this episode I am joined by San Diego Loyal captain Charlie Adams! We chat about San Diego's playoff push and playing under US legend Landon Donovan. We talk about Charlie growing up in Brentford's youth system and how far the club...
09.15.2021
Episode 110: OKC Energy‘s Aidan Daniels
On this episode I am joined by OKC Energy's Canadian Under 23 international Aidan Daniels. We chat about life in OKC, growing up in the TFC academy system and being part of the Canadian Olympic qualifying squad. We also talk about the...
09.03.2021
Episode 109: Ciara McCormack
On this episode I am joined by the incredible Ciara McCormack. We chat about being in a Champions League final squad, playing abroad and playing internationally for Ireland. We take a look at Ciara's role with Can PFA and how important it...
08.31.2021
Down the Pub Podcast (Trailer)
08.26.2021
Episode 108: Cavalry FC's Elliot Simmons
On this episode we are joined by Cavalry midfielder and former Wanderer, Elliot Simmons. We chat about life in Calgary, the season so far and Elliot's goals for the season. We also talk about Elliot's time in Halifax, how he keeps his...
08.17.2021
Episode 107: The legend Eamon Zay ed
On this episode I am joined by the legend that is Eamon Zayed. We talk about Eamon's new role as head coach of North Colorado Hailstorm FC and the approach to setting up a new franchise. We also talk about hanging...
08.09.2021
Episode 106: FC Edmonton net minder Connor James!
On this episode I am joined by FC Edmonton goalkeeper Connor James. We talk about FC Edmonton's turnaround this season, working with Canadian legend Lars Hirschfeld and new head coach Alan Koch. We also find out what a goalie's day is like...
08.04.2021
Episode 105: Sacramento Republic's Dan Casey
On this episode I am joined by Sacramento Republic's Irish defender Dan Casey! We chat about the move to California, what it's like playing in the heat and the style of play in the USL Championship. Dan talks about growing up...
07.29.2021
Episode 104: Tommy Wheeldon Jr
On this episode I am joined by Cavalry FC Head Coach, Tommy Wheeldon Jr. We chat about how the season has gone so far, life after the bubble and how the league has grown tactically since season one. We also look at...
07.26.2021
Episode 103: Hfx Wanderer's Sam Salter!
On this episode I am joined by Hfx Wanderer's striker Sam Salter. We chat about Sam Salter's first professional goal, growing up in the Impact academy, college soccer and joining the Wanderers. We also learn what song Sam sang at his initiation!
07.19.2021
Episode 102: Alex De Carolis: Player Agent
On this episode I chat with former HFX Wanderers captain, Alex De Carolis. Alex recently launched his new player agency so I got the lowdown of what it takes to be an agent in the modern game. Alex tells us what...
07.05.2021
Episode 101: Niall McCabe, Ringsend to Louisville
On this episode I speak to Louisville City FC's Irish midfielder Niall McCabe. We chat about Niall's move from Dublin to Young Harris to take up a football scholarship thanks to the programme at Coláiste Íde. We talk about joining the newly...
06.29.2021
Wanderers Special Edition: Jérémy Gagnon-Laparé!!!
On this special edition we get to chat to Hfx Wanderers new boy Jérémy Gagnon-Laparé!!! We look back to the defeat by Pacific and look forward to the upcoming game against Valour. We also chat about life in Halifax, playing with the...
06.28.2021
Episode 100!: Forward Madison's Aaron Molloy
On this episode I am joined by Forward Madison's Irish midfielder, Aaron Molloy. We chat about Aaron's start in professional football with Drogheda United, moving to the States and playing college football at Penn State and being drafted by Portland Timbers. We...
06.22.2021
Episode 99: Cavalry FC's Joe Mason
On this episode, I get to chat to one of the CPL's biggest signing of the offseason, Cavalry's Joe Mason. We chat about the decision to give up life in England and move to the CPL and Calgary while still in...
06.19.2021
Episode 98: OKC Energy's Charlie Ward
On this episode, we chat to OKC Energy's midfield maestro, Charlie Ward. We talk about how the season is panning out in OKC, how cut throat the business can be and how Charlie sees the game. We also chat about...
06.05.2021
Episode 97: Jake Keegan gets his own episode!
On this week's episode I am joined by Forward Madison striker Jake Keegan. We chat about the move to Wisconsin and how Jake is settling in, we break down one of Jake's goals and how our listeners can learn from...
05.29.2021
Ep 96: A very Irish Podcast w/ Niall Logue
In this episode we are joined by El Paso Locomotive's Irish defender Niall Logue. We talk about life in El Paso, Niall's time in US College football and what it's like to play under Ollie Horgan at Finn Harps!
05.22.2021
Episode 95: Niko Giantsopoulos, The Return.
On this episode we are joined by York United's Niko Giantsopoulos. We chat about Niko's new podcast, The Last Line, the move to York United and much more!
05.17.2021
Episode 94: Privateers President, James Covey
On this episode I am joined by Hfx Wanderers supporters group, Privateers President, James Covey. We take a look at the recent CPL season update from the commissioner, James gives his thoughts on this season's Wanderers squad and we also...
05.08.2021
Special Edition: Canadian International Marcel de Jong
On this episode we are joined by Canadian international, Marcel de Jong. We chat about retirement, the Canadian PFA and why it's important, Marcel's new academy and the footie scene on Vancouver island. We also learn who is the toughest...
05.01.2021
Bonus Episode: The Samba King, Joao Morelli!
Fresh from coming out of quarantine, we caught up with Joao to see how he is settling back into Halifax. We chat about the Island games and how this year's Wanderers team is shaping up. We also get an exclusive...
04.24.2021
Special Edition: Newcastle United legend Lee Clark!
On this special edition I chat to Newcastle United legend Lee Clark. We chat about the craziness that is the Super League, Lee's new job in Sudan with Al-Merrikh and his views on Newcastle's season. Lee also gives his five a...
01.23.2021
Episode 93: The Legend Brian Deane!
On this episode we are joined by Sheffield United and Leeds United legend Brian Deane! We chat about Phoenix Sports & Media, a company Brian is the chairman of that uses his and other ex PL players experience to help the...
01.19.2021
Episode 92: AFTV's Robbie Lyle!!
On this episode we are joined by Robbie Lyle from AFTV!! We chat about Robbie's recovery from Covid, his views on if fans are too quick to turn on the manager, the beginnings of AFTV and dealing with trolls. Robbie also tells...
01.15.2021
Episode 91: Callum Montgomery
On this episode we chat with the 4th overall pick from the 2019 MLS Superdraft, Callum Montgomery. We talk about playing for the Charlotte 49ers, what happens in Draft week and the move to Dallas. Callum also tells us about his first...
12.27.2020
The Christmas Bonus Episode
In this bonus episode I am joined by Episode 1 guest and all around legend Dave "The Rave" Faulkner. 2020 has been quite a year for Down the Pub Podcast so Dave and I reminisce about the first ever episode...
12.22.2020
Episode 90: A Christmas Cracker with Pa-Modou Kah
In this episode we are joined by Pacific FC Head Coach, Pa-Madou Kah. We chat about Pa taking a new job just before a pandemic, how Dutch football influenced his football philosophy, how he still owes Marco Bustos $200 and the...
12.18.2020
Bonus Episode: Dwayne De Rosario!
In this bonus episode we chat with Canadian and MLS icon, Dwayne De Rosario! We chat about being named in the Greatest MLS 25, Dwayne's academy and his thoughts on the Canadian Premier League.
12.15.2020
Episode 89: The Wizard of Oz, Roy O'Donovan!
In this episode we are joined by proud Corkman, Newcastle Jets striker, Roy O'Donovan!! We chat about what it's like being an apprentice at an English club, his triumphant return to Cork City and moving to Sunderland and working with Roy...
12.11.2020
Episode 88: CPL COTY Stephen Hart!!
In this episode we are joined by Halifax Wanderers coach and CPL Coach of the Year, Stephen Hart. We chat about bringing a new team together, what's expected of the modern pro, dealing with media criticism and who has final say...
12.08.2020
Episode 87: Mauro Eustaquio
In this episode we are joined by Caldas SC midfielder Mauro Eustaquio. We chat about life in Portugal and the Portuguese league. We talk about playing for Ottawa Fury and being a season one Cavalry FC player. Mauro is great friends with...
12.04.2020
Episode 86: Alessandro Riggi!
We are joined on this episode by Halifax Wanderer, Alessandro Riggi. We chat about coming back from injury, playing at the Island games and that incredible goal against Atletico Ottawa. We also talk about what Stephen Hart is like as a coach,...
12.01.2020
Episode 85: Oliver Minatel!
In this episode we are joined by Brazilian Oliver Minatel. We talk about our memories of Diego Maradona and Oliver's injury rehab journey. We also chat about the amazing support Oliver has received and we also look back at that incident...
11.25.2020
Bonus Episode: CPL Awards Preview Show!!
The CPL awards take place on November 26th. We take a look at the CPL fan awards nominees and give our picks. We chat about the Wanderers losing stalwarts Chris N'Sa and Alex de Carolis and Marco Bustos receiving a call...
11.06.2020
Episode 84: Irish Legend Kevin Kilbane!
We are joined by Irish legend and former Premier League player Kevin Kilbane! Kevin gives his thoughts on moving to Canada. We chat about the refereeing in the Spurs vs Brighton game last weekend. We get Kevin's views on what's happening...
11.03.2020
Bonus Episode: Khabib vs Gaethje
On this UFC special, we chat with Jimmy, Kenneth, Chris and Steve about the Khabib vs Gaethje fight. We also talk about Khabib's retirement and what it means for the division.
10.30.2020
Ep 83: Kevin Ratcliffe!!
Myself and Dave Robinson from Everton Nova Scotia are joined by Everton icon and their most successful captain ever Kevin Ratcliffe. We chat about Howard Kendall, the great successes of the 80's, Kevin's foray into management and today's team under...
10.27.2020
Episode 82: Nathan Mavila
We are joined by Cavalry FC defender Nathan Mavila. We chat about how the Island Games went for the Cavs and what it's like working under Tommy Wheeldon Jr. We also talk about Nathan's career at Wycombe and West Ham...
10.23.2020
Episode 81: 1812 FC Barrie
We are joined by Ronan Cordelle of the Kempenfelt Crew and 1812 FC Barrie board member Peter Raco. They give us the inside scoop of the formation of this exciting new club and the plans for the future of the club....
10.16.2020
Episode 80: Mason Trafford
On this episode we are joined by Cavalry defender and Canadian international, Mason Trafford. We chat about Mason's experience at the island games, his plans for the off season, his time playing abroad and what it's like to play against Raul!
10.11.2020
Mini Bonus Episode: Mavs Gillis
In this mini bonus episode, we delved into the Down the Pub vaults and found this gem. Nova Scotia broadcasting legend Mavs Gillis joined us to chat about how he started commentating for New Japan Pro Wrestling. It's a lesson...

What's Down the Pub Podcast- A Soccer Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Down the Pub Podcast- A Soccer Podcast episodes:

Episode 118: Forge Fc‘s Triston Henry!

Episode 117: Super Agent Alix Bruch

Epiosde 116: Emerald Exiles author Barry Landy

Episode 115: San Diego Loyal‘s Jack Blake

Episode 114: Forge FC‘s Maxim Tissot!

Bonus Episode: Me, Myself and I

Episode 113: Phoenix Rising‘s Aodhan Quinn!

Episode 112: Skylar Thomas

Episode 111: San Diego Loyal‘s Charlie Adams

Episode 110: OKC Energy‘s Aidan Daniels

Episode 109: Ciara McCormack

Down the Pub Podcast (Trailer)

Episode 108: Cavalry FC's Elliot Simmons

Episode 107: The legend Eamon Zay ed

Episode 106: FC Edmonton net minder Connor James!

Episode 105: Sacramento Republic's Dan Casey

Episode 104: Tommy Wheeldon Jr

Episode 103: Hfx Wanderer's Sam Salter!

Episode 102: Alex De Carolis: Player Agent

Episode 101: Niall McCabe, Ringsend to Louisville

Wanderers Special Edition: Jérémy Gagnon-Laparé!!!

Episode 100!: Forward Madison's Aaron Molloy

Episode 99: Cavalry FC's Joe Mason

Episode 98: OKC Energy's Charlie Ward

Episode 97: Jake Keegan gets his own episode!

Ep 96: A very Irish Podcast w/ Niall Logue

Episode 95: Niko Giantsopoulos, The Return.

Episode 94: Privateers President, James Covey

Special Edition: Canadian International Marcel de Jong

Bonus Episode: The Samba King, Joao Morelli!

Special Edition: Newcastle United legend Lee Clark!

Episode 93: The Legend Brian Deane!

Episode 92: AFTV's Robbie Lyle!!

Episode 91: Callum Montgomery

The Christmas Bonus Episode

Episode 90: A Christmas Cracker with Pa-Modou Kah

Bonus Episode: Dwayne De Rosario!

Episode 89: The Wizard of Oz, Roy O'Donovan!

Episode 88: CPL COTY Stephen Hart!!

Episode 87: Mauro Eustaquio

Episode 86: Alessandro Riggi!

Episode 85: Oliver Minatel!

Bonus Episode: CPL Awards Preview Show!!

Episode 84: Irish Legend Kevin Kilbane!

Bonus Episode: Khabib vs Gaethje

Ep 83: Kevin Ratcliffe!!

Episode 82: Nathan Mavila

Episode 81: 1812 FC Barrie

Episode 80: Mason Trafford

Mini Bonus Episode: Mavs Gillis