On this episode I get a chance to chat with new Wanderer Mo Omar. We talk about Mo graduating last week, the experience of being drafted by the Rapids, the first steps into the pro game, making his pro debut and more! Please subscribe and leave a review and follow the show on social media at @downthepub on insta and twitter.
Gary and I look back at The Wanderers heart breaking draw against Cavalry at The Wanderers Grounds. We look at team selection, Akeem's great performance, zonal vs man marking, The Wanderers habit of conceding late on and Sammy fucking Salter's performance. All this and much more on this week's show! Follow us on social media @downthepubpod and drop us a review and subscription.
Gary and I look back at The Wanderers games against Valour in the CPL and the Canadian Championship game against Guelph United. We look at team selection, Cory Bent's recent resurgence, the Oxner/Baskett question, what Aidan Daniels is bringing to the team, our much improved team displays and of course missed chances. All this and much more on this week's show! Follow us on social media @downthepubpod and drop us a review and subscription.
On this episode, Gary and I look back at The Wanderers home win against FC Edmonton. We chat about some stand out performances from Pierre Lamothe, Zach Fernandez and Obang Tabi. We break down all the goals, the incredible atmosphere, Alan Koch's freak out and much more! Please like and subscribe and follow the show on the socials at @downthepubpod
On this episode, I am flying solo and looking back at The Wanderers away game last weekend. I chat about our first Joao Morelli-less game, the players Stephen picked and the set up. I also look at the goals we conceded, the beautiful goal for Cory Bent and our home opener this weekend. Don't forget to subscribe and give us a follow on social media @downthepubpod on twitter and instagram
From Aways, Gary Griffiths, joins me once again to look back at the defeat against Atletico Ottawa. We look at the injury to Joao Morelli and the implications for the squad and the season going forward. We give our opinions of the good and the bad of the performance itself and we break down how the goal happened. We also talk about where perhaps the lack of creativity from the Wanderers comes from we give our MOTM. Don't forget to like and subscribe and follow us on social media @downthepubpod o...
On this episode Gary Griffiths of FromAways.com joins me once again to look at the Wanderers season opener against York United. We take a look at team selection, majestic Andre Rampersad and how the new boys got on. Gary and I also give our MOTM. Let us know who your MOTM is. Please follow us @downthepub on twitter and instagram
On this episode From Aways blogger, Gary Griffiths, joins me to look at the 2022 Wanderers. We look over the new signings and we rate our chances this year and we also give our Can PL season predictions! Check out Gary's amazing work at www.fromaways.com Don't forget to subscribe and drop the show a review!
On this episode I am joined by fellow Dub, Sacramento Republic's Lee Desmond! We chat about how the move to the USL came about from St Pat's in the League of Ireland and why he decided to do it now in his career. We talk about how Lee is settling in to his new surroundings and how he is adapting to the new league despite no pre-season. Lee tells me how the experience was winning the FAI Cup final last season and the emotions knowing it would be his last game for Pat's. He also lets me know how a...
On this episode I am joined by Hfx Wanderer's defender Peter Schaale. We talk about how the off season was and how pre season has been so far. We chat a bit about the disappointing end to last season and look forward to 2022. Peter also gives an insight into new coach Alex Dorado's methods, coping with injury and how the new backroom staff can help propel the team forward this year. Peter answers some listener submitted questions and he tells me about new coaching project Harbour Front Elite tha...
Hfx Wanderers new assistant coach Alex Dorado joins the show. Alex arrived with a lot of fanfare being a Uefa Pro Licence holder, having worked with Real madrid and Rafa Benitez in China. We talked about why the move to Halifax and how he is liking the city so far. We looked at how Alex can help the team this year. We also chat about his time at Real Madrid and having Rafa Benitez as a housemate. Alex is a pretty humble guy for all he has achieved at such a young age, I really enjoyed chatting w...
On this episode I am joined by Hfx Wanderer's Sporting Director Matt Fegan. We chat about Matt's new role at the club and what his responsibilities are. We also talk about the creation of the u23 team, Alejandro coming on board and Mesut looking after the u23s. We look at new signings Aidan Daniels and Mo Omar and how their moves came about. We also look at the Wanderers selling points when it comes to attracting players. We also find out why Matt quit Twitter (Thanks Denton) and what 3 musician...
On this episode I am joined by League of Ireland and FAI Cup winner, Northern Colorado Hailstorm's Irish midfielder Shane McFaul We chat about how preseason is going and how the move to the Hailstorm came about. We look at the exciting project and the season ahead too. Shane tells me about growing up at Notts County, winning the FAI cup with Sporting Fingal and winning the League of Ireland with St. Pats Finally we get Shane's 5 aside and a best he's played against 5 aside too. Oh and look at ve...
On this episode I am joined by York United Defender/Midfielder Jordan Wilson. Jordan's love of football is infectious so it was a lot of fun to do this one. Jordan updates me on how pre-season is going and how new coach Martin Nash is settling in. We talk about Jordan's role within the team and how it is to be a leader amongst such an exciting young squad. Jordan tells me how playing in Denmark helped him become the player he is today. We take a look back at last season's run to the playoffs and...
On this bumper episode I am joined by Atletico Ottawa's new signing Ollie Bassett for the big interview!! We chat about the move to Ottawa from the champs, what Ollie's been up to in the off season, Ollie's first season in Canada and much more. Ollie also gives his 5 aside team! In The Last Call section of the show I am joined by Suburban FC Technical Director, Ollie Hewish. Apart from helping bring through the next generation of Canadian talent, Ollie is also a Tottenham fan. We have a chat abo...
On this episode of The Down the Pub Podcast, I am joined by Chris Duffin and Josh MacKenzie of the Northern Corridor SC. The Northern Corridor are a supporters group of York United. We chat about the beginnings of the SG last year, how the club is doing against the big hitters in Toronto and what a match day looks like. We also talk about the changes during the off season at York with a new manager and player arrivals. You can reach out to the lads to learn more about the supporters group and ho...
On this week's action packed episode I am joined by former Wanderer and owner of ADC The Player's agency Alex De Carolis. We talk about his client Alejandro Dorado joining the Wanderers as asst coach, how it happened, what Wanderers fans can expect and Ale's outlook on football. We also take a look at how things are working out for Alex in the busiest time of year for agents. In the second part of the show, we have a new section called The Last Call, I will be sitting down with fans to discuss t...
On this episode I am joined by Pacific FC player and CPL champion Josh Heard. We chat about winning the CPL championship, those games against The Whitecaps and TFC also. We also talk about Pa's influence at Pacific, the football culture on the island and the amazing reception the team received when they got home. Josh also gives his 5 aside team and much more!!!
On this episode I am joined by Dean Arrowsmith, Chairperson of Irish mental health charity, Head in the Game. Dean is also Director of Coaching for AYSO 300 Extra and United in Chicago. We chat about Dean's journey in coaching, from Ireland to Chicago and the differences in youth coaching from when Dean grew up. Dean also gives advice for parents looking to get their kids into soccer and for parents of kids who maybe getting scouted by professional clubs. Dean shares with me the inspiration behi...
On this episode I am joined by Wrexham and Canada midfielder, Charlie Trafford. We chat about Charlie joining the Hollywood revolution in Wales and how the move came about. We also look at the ups and downs of life as a professional footballer and being away from home in Europe. We also chat about Charlie starting off in Holland at De Graafschap (I butcher the name ha ha) We look back at Charlie's time at Hamilton and getting to play in the football temples of Celtic Park and Ibrox. Charlie also...
On this episode I am joined by recently retired USL Championship winner and Danish International, Thomas Enevoldsen. We chat about the decision behind retiring and what's next for Thomas. We also look at the extraordinary run to the USL Championship title with Orange County including those penalty shoot outs! Thomas talks about playing at the 2010 World Cup, being drowned out by vuvuzelas and how bad the Jabulani ball was. Thomas also gives his 5 aside team which is unbelievable!! Make sure to g...
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 incredible journey in this year's Concacaf League and qualifying for the Champions League. We also talked about the Championship game against CF Montreal and what it was like having to take a penalty. All of this and more on this week's episode!!...
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 in the women's game. Alix tells us the difficulties of representing Canadian women in a country with no professional league. We also get tips on how to make the best highlight tape (essential for Canadian players) and the steps that go into getting a ...
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 look at how Irish people were a big part in the history of two of the world's biggest clubs, Ajax and Barcelona. We talk about how Irish people have turned up in some unlikely places like Terry Conroy in Hong Kong and Conor Nestor winning a championship in Cambodia. We also look at the...
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 fan base in San Diego and how Jack is enjoying like in Cali. We look back at Jack's time growing up in the Nottingham Forest youth system, moving to the States and playing with Joe Cole. We also hear Jack's 5 aside team and the secret to being able to score long range goals!!...
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 and how the team is handling the fixture congestion. We look back at where Maxim's interest in football came from and growing up in the CF Montreal/Impact academy. Maxim tells me about winning the NASL in San Francisco and the team folding days later. Maxim chats abo...
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 was Canadian Thanksgiving last week, I talk about how grateful I am for The Wanderers and look at my fav moment at The Grounds. I got some CPL fan submissions as well so I read those out too which was great fun! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a rating!!...
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 look back to Aodhan's time at FC Cincinnati and the run to the US Open Cup Semi. We talk about what it's like playing against someone like Bastian Schweinsteiger and we also chat about Man United's season so far (Aodhan's a Man United Fan) All this and an incred...
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 the creation of Kick Deck, a tool to help young players training from home. All this and an amazing 5 a side team! Check out UVU at https://uvu.training/
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 has come in such a short period of time. We also look back at Charlie's time in Austria and the move to the US with Louisville. Charlie also gives his 5 aside team and tells us who is the worst dresser at The Loyal and who should play him in a movie....
