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- 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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56 min - England's Lack Of Creativity A Concern? Scotland - Don’t Play It Out! Plus, Jose's Real Return
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Ghana manager Chris Hughton to review the latest from the World Cup.
Powered by LiveScore.Download the LiveScore app: https://livescoremedia.onelink.me/5KrT/the-managersThey discuss England’s stuttering goalless draw with Ghana, and if the lack of creativity is a concern for Thomas Tuchel and his side.Scotland’s hopes of qualification hang by a thread after an error-prone 3-0 defeat to Brazil.The guys talk about those errors and the criticism levelled at Steve Clarke for his post-match interview.Plus, the latest managerial moves are examined, including Wolves’ decision to replace Rob Edwards, Ipswich’s appointment of Gary O’Neil and the return of Jose Mourinho to Real Madrid.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
57 min - Fans Deserve Better, Lambert On Scotland & Can Tuchel’s England Secure Winning Start?
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis review the early stages of the tournament.
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Mick and Tony are joined by Paul Lambert to discuss Scotland after Steve Clarke’s side enjoyed a 1-0 opening group game win over Haiti.
The conversation turns to England as Thomas Tuchel’s side prepare for their opening match against Croatia, with Mick sharing insight into the intensity of managing at a World Cup.
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45 min - Dyche On Clough, Hodgson Liverpool Exit, Redknapp Talks Spurs Shock & Crouch On Pulis Stoke Antics
In this episode of The Managers, we take a look back at some of the best moments from Series 1.
Sean Dyche explains what it was like working under the legendary Brian Clough, while Alan Curbishley shares stories of teaming up with Paolo Di Canio at Charlton.
Harry Redknapp shares his experience of losing the Tottenham job just months after being the favourite to become the England manager.
Peter Crouch brings the players' perspective, talking about his time working under Tony Pulis at Stoke, before Roy Hodgson discusses his exit from Liverpool.
Plus, Chris Hughton chats about the successful recruitment structure that has underpinned Brighton's success in recent years.
00:00 - AO.com
00:49 - Intro
00:56 - Sean Dyche on Brian Clough and John Duncan
06:41 - Alan Curbishley on Paolo Di Canio
14:18 - Harry Redknapp on Tottenham and England jobs
19:35 - Peter Crouch on Tony Pulis’ Stoke team
25:42 - AO.com
26:31 - Roy Hodgson on Liverpool exit
31:56 - Chris Hughton on Brighton’s recruitment structure
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40 min - Can England Win It? Mick’s Ireland Stories & Inside Ancelotti’s Management
In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis preview the summer’s biggest football competition, taking place in the USA, Canada and Mexico.
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They discuss the newly expanded 48-team format and what it means for the overall standard of the competition, as well as the expected hot and humid conditions.Mick talks about preparing a squad and what he did with the Republic of Ireland team in 2002 ahead of the tournament in Japan and South Korea.The conversation delves into the squad selections made by England and Scotland, as well as the management of the legendary Carlo Ancelotti as he prepares to lead Brazil.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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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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