Episode 29

From cigars with Stoichkov to being scared of leaving the house.

For any football fan, the sight of a classic kit, is one that can fill your heart with glee and your eyes with tears. Football kits take you back to your childhood, when you first fell in love with the beautiful game. If you’ve ever wondered where and how these wonderful representations of our beloved institutions are made, then meet today’s guest, Rob Warner. 

Rob has spent the majority of his professional career designing football kits, including the kit Italy wore on their way to winning the 2006 FIFA World Cup. 

His professional journey has seen him live in Germany and Holland, as well as working for Puma, pitching to Samuel Eto’o and Hristo Stoichkov. Rob has been as successful as you could hope to be in a profession he holds so dear to his heart. 

However, despite all of that success, just a few years back, Rob found himself unable to leave the house without holding his Mother’s hand, as he fell into a deep state of depression. 

During this episode, Rob opens up about the struggles he’s endured, what may have been the cause and how he has worked to overcome them, as well as regaling us with some amazing stories from his career. 

You can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don’t forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads 

If you have been affected by any of the themes discussed in today’s episode, we have listed some organisations below who are there if you need to talk:

Samaritans 

Call 116 132 for free

https://www.samaritans.org/

Papyrus UK

Call 0800 068 41 41

Papyrus Website

CALM ZONE

0800 58 58 58

https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/helpline/

Kevin Cowley, a survivor from Pen 3 of the Leppings Lane end during the Hillsborough disaster in 1989, tells us his story.

Welcome to The Friday Football Show!

On today‘s show . . .

- Agents get hit where it hurts, their wallets!

- Carlisle drop stadium attendance 

- Newcastle threaten to sue the premier league

And, as always, so much more!!

We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Friday Football Show!

If you want to find out more about Man Marking, or give us feedback on any of our episodes, then you can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don‘t forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads

Welcome to The Friday Football Show!

On today‘s show . . .

- Are Leeds moving to San Francisco?

- Jude Bellingham is booting off!

- Man United hire sports psychologist 

And, as always, so much more!!

We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Friday Football Show!

If you want to find out more about Man Marking, or give us feedback on any of our episodes, then you can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don‘t forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads

Where we're going, we don't need roads. . .

Neville Southall has won two first division titles, two FA Cups, three Charity Shields, and a European Cup Winners Cup during his time on Merseyside, making him the most decorated player in Everton's history. Further to that, Neville was awarded an MBE and BBC Wales Sports Personality of the year in 1995. All of this, despite Neville's professional career not starting until he was in his early 20's. 

Before his playing career, Neville worked as a hod carrier and a binman, he played amateur football and was turned down by various clubs such as Wrexham, Bolton, and Crewe. 

Following his career, Neville has championed the rights of the LGBT and Sex Worker communities, as well as speaking passionately about raising awareness for mental health. 

Neville's story is an incredible one, here we try to understand the man behind the achievements, how he has always tried to learn, improve and be a better version of himself each day that passes. It was an honour to speak to Nev, he truly is a legend of the beautiful game, and one of the most genuine people you will find, we are so proud to bring you this episode, as our last instalment of series two.

Welcome to The Friday Football Show!

On today‘s show . . .

- England win 20-0

- Are Everton the most interesting club in the country?

- And the fixture list is about to get very congested

And, as always, so much more!!

We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Friday Football Show!

If you want to find out more about Man Marking, or give us feedback on any of our episodes, then you can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don‘t forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads

Welcome to The Friday Football Show!

On today‘s show . . .

- A new contract for Sir Gareth

- Brazilian breakaway league

- Aberdeen player pushed by fan

- 25 minute half times??

And, as always, so much more!!

We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Friday Football Show!

If you want to find out more about Man Marking, or give us feedback on any of our episodes, then you can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don‘t forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads

Where we‘re going, we don‘t need roads . . .

 Early in the 1990‘s, Luke Chadwick was plucked from his home in Cambridge, and inducted into the world famous Manchester United academy. His peers in the youth team included Darren Fletcher, John O‘Shea, Danny Pugh, and Kieran Richardson. Following a successful loan spell at Royal Antwerp, Luke was brought into the first team picture, eventually making his premiership debut in November 2000 in a 2-1 win against Middlesborough, replacing Dwight Yorke as a substitute. 

Luke was a part of the United first team until 2004, when he moved to West Ham United. Over the next 12 years Luke would go on to play over 500 games as a professional, across the top five divisions of English football.

In May of last year, Luke spoke publicly for the first time about the abuse he had received for his appearance as a young footballer, and the impact it had on his mental health. Following the tweet that prompted Luke‘s admission, Gary Lineker publicly apologised for his role in the abuse Luke suffered, when Gary was part of a programme called ‘They think it‘s all over‘, alongside Nick Hancock. 

We spoke to Luke about his time at Manchester United, the insecurities and anxieties he suffered as a result of the abuse, how he learnt to harness the power of vulnerability, and the work he is now doing with The Football Fun Factory. 

To find out more about The Football Fun Factory, head to their website:

https://www.thefootballfunfactory.co.uk/

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You can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don‘t forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads 

If you have been affected by any of the themes discussed in today‘s episode, we have listed some organisations below who are there if you need to talk:

Samaritans 

Call 116 132 for free

https://www.samaritans.org/

Papyrus UK

Call 0800 068 41 41

Papyrus Website

CALM ZONE

0800 58 58 58

https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/helpline/

MIND

0300 123 3393

https://www.mind.org.uk/

The Kaleidoscope Plus Group

0800 059 0123

https://www.kaleidoscopeplus.org.uk/

Welcome to The Friday Football Show!

On today‘s show . . .

- A barnstormer at Edgeley Park

- England players to take a stance in Qatar

- Andy Carroll is back

- Ant is back aboard the merry go round

And, as always, so much more!!

We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Friday Football Show!

If you want to find out more about Man Marking, or give us feedback on any of our episodes, then you can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don‘t forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads