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- Dave Jones: My Wolves Quit Mistake, Rejecting Everton, False Allegations & Southampton Years
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Southampton and Wolves boss Dave Jones.
To get the best discount off your NordVPN plan, go to nordvpn.com/managersvpn — our link also gives you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan.Dave takes us back to the beginning of his career, from his boyhood club Everton to the managerial breakthrough that came at Stockport County.He reveals the story behind his move to Southampton and explains why he turned down the opportunity to return to Everton as manager.Dave also opens up about the false allegations that threatened to destroy his life and career, and how football helped him through one of the most difficult periods of his life.He reflects on his return to management with Wolves, leading the club to promotion to the Premier League, and why he believes he should have walked away after the play-off final at the Millennium Stadium.Dave also discusses his time at Cardiff City and the achievement of securing his third promotion as a manager with Sheffield Wednesday.Twitter: themanagerspod
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1 hr 14 min - Simon Grayson: Turning Down Leeds Return, Ken Bates Stories And WRONG Sunderland Portrayal
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Leeds United and Sunderland boss Simon Grayson.
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Simon reflects on his early life and playing career before revealing how he unexpectedly found himself stepping into management at Blackpool.He looks back on his dream move to boyhood club Leeds United, his time working with Ken Bates, and the dramatic final-day victory that secured promotion to the Championship.Simon also opens up about his departure from Elland Road and explains why he later decided against returning to the club.Plus, he discusses his time at Sunderland, his involvement in the Netflix documentary series, and why he believes his portrayal in the programme was unfair.Twitter: themanagerspod
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57 min - Man Utd's Vicious Circle, Defence For Spurs' De Zerbi & O'Neill To 'Wrap It Up' At Celtic?
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis look at Manchester United’s difficult start to the new Premier League season and discuss why Michael Carrick needs time to put his mark on the team.
To get the best discount off your NordVPN plan, go to nordvpn.com/managersvpn — our link also gives you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan.They also turn their attention to Tottenham, where Tony explains why he believes Roberto De Zerbi is the right man to take the club forward.Mick and Tony discuss the outstanding starts made by Brighton and Brentford, and why both clubs offer managers the ideal environment to work and develop.There’s also a look at the early pace-setters in the EFL Championship, before the conversation moves to Celtic’s defeat to Rangers and what it could mean for Martin O’Neill’s future.Twitter: themanagerspod
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41 min - Brian Little: Why I Left Aston Villa, Doug Ellis Antics & Defeating Man Utd's Class Of '92
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Aston Villa and Leicester City manager Brian Little.
To get the best discount off your NordVPN plan, go to nordvpn.com/managersvpn — our link also gives you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan.Brian reflects on his early career and reveals how the premature end of his playing days at just 26 led to an unexpected role working in the Aston Villa club shop.He looks back on his transition into management, including his time at Leicester City, where despite guiding the club to three successive play-off finals, he found himself fearing for his job.The conversation then turns to Aston Villa, where Brian recalls leading the club to League Cup glory at Wembley in 1996 and the journey that culminated in that memorable triumph.Finally, Brian opens up about his departure from Villa, discussing the circumstances surrounding his decision to resign and the reasons behind one of the most difficult decisions of his managerial career.Twitter: themanagerspod
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59 min - Can Anyone Catch Arsenal? Do Spurs Have Bad Vibes & Have Everton Let Moyes Down?
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis assess Arsenal’s perfect start to their Premier League title defence.
The pair discuss whether Mikel Arteta’s side are now unstoppable and consider which of their potential challengers have what it takes to knock them off the top.They also turn their attention to Tottenham’s difficult start to the season and Everton’s disappointing transfer deadline day, before discussing Hull City’s sensational return to the top flight.Mick and Tony then offer their advice to Frank Lampard and his Coventry City side, while Leicester City’s struggles in League One under Russell Martin also come under the spotlight.Twitter: themanagerspod
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44 min - Les Ferdinand: PASSIONATE Debate On DOF Role! England Anger & My Newcastle Theory
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former England international Les Ferdinand.
Brought to you by LiveScore.Les reflects on his early days in non-league football, his footballing family and the mentors who helped shape the opening stages of his career.He reveals how a proposed move to Manchester United fell through before discussing his eventual move to Newcastle United, where he worked under Kevin Keegan.The conversation then turns to Les’ England career, including his frustration at being part of the squads for both Euro 96 and the 1998 World Cup without making an appearance.Les also looks back on his time at Tottenham under Harry Redknapp and recalls seeing the remarkable development of Gareth Bale and Harry Kane first-hand.And finally, Mick, Tony and Les go head-to-head in a passionate debate about the purpose and role of a director of football.Twitter: themanagerspod
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1 hr 5 min - Paul Lambert: My Celtic Regret, Dortmund Love, Villa Passed Up Lukaku And De Bruyne, Norwich Glory
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Norwich City and Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert.
Brought to you by LiveScore.Paul discusses his early career and his move to Borussia Dortmund in the mid-90s, including his man-of-the-match performance against Juventus and Zinedine Zidane in the 1997 Champions League final. He also explains why it was so difficult to leave the club.He looks back on his time at Celtic and working under Martin O’Neill, including the club’s run to the UEFA Cup final in 2003.Paul also talks about his managerial career, from leading Norwich to successive promotions and keeping them in the Premier League, to his difficult spell at Aston Villa.He also reveals which players he wanted to sign at Villa but was prevented from bringing to the club.Twitter: themanagerspod
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1 hr 15 min - Big Sam: Why Didn’t England Protect Me? Man City & Newcastle Takeovers, Truth Behind Bolton Signings
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by the one and only Sam Allardyce.
Sam reflects on his journey into management before delving into his career-defining spell at Bolton Wanderers, revealing the stories behind some of his biggest signings.
He explains how he brought stars such as Youri Djorkaeff and Nicolas Anelka to the club - and why he ultimately decided against signing Brazil legend Rivaldo.
Sam also opens up on the impact of takeovers at Manchester City, Newcastle United and Blackburn Rovers, and how they affected his career.
Plus, he reveals why West Ham’s promotion to the Premier League in 2012 remains his greatest achievement, before giving his side of the story on his departure from England.
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1 hr 6 min - Delight In Argentina Defeat, Merse On England Exit, Tuchel Tension And Saka, Plus Arsenal Stories
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former England international Paul Merson to discuss all the fallout from the World Cup.
Brought to you by LiveScore.They discuss the dreadful final between Spain and Argentina – and the antics of the Argentina players following the 1-0 defeat in New Jersey.The conversation delves into England’s exit at the semi-final stage, the tension between Thomas Tuchel and the players as well as Bukayo Saka’s absence from the team.Plus, Merse talks about some of the managers he played under during his career and why he never made it as a manager himself.Twitter: themanagerspod
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49 min - Can England Stop Haaland?! Trump, Infantino DISGRACE & King On Spurs Transfers
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former England defender Ledley King to relive England’s dramatic last-16 victory over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.
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The trio break down the key talking points from an unforgettable encounter before turning their attention to England’s quarter-final clash with Norway, including the challenge of stopping Erling Haaland.Former England manager Sam Allardyce also joins the podcast to discuss the extraordinary intervention by US President Donald Trump that led to Folarin Balogun’s red card being overturned.Plus, Ledley shares his thoughts on Tottenham’s summer transfer business and what it means for the club ahead of the new season.
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The Managers is your new go-to podcast for straight-talking football insight, hosted by former Premier League bosses Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis. Each week, the experienced duo break down the biggest…
talking points from across the English game — no fluff, no filters. They’ll also sit down with managers from all levels of the game to dig into the real-life challenges of life in the dugout, exploring the highs, lows, and everything in between. Can podcasting get any better? It can…
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