Down the Pub Podcast- A Soccer Podcast
Down the Pub: Hosted by Anthony Abbott, Down the Pub is a Canadian soccer podcast which focuses on Halifax Wanderers and the Canadian Premier League. From post-match reviews with Gary Griffiths (@FromAwaysHFX) and Chris Searl, to interviews with professional footballers from the CPL and beyond, join us down the pub for some top quality football chat. The first pint is on us!
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Hosted by Anthony Abbott
Anthony was born in Dublin, Ireland. He has loved soccer as long as he can remember.
He currently lives in Halifax, Canada, with his wife Sarah and twin boys Alfie and Damon. He is a season ticket holder of the Halifax Wanderers, where he can be found in The Kitchen section.
Episodes
Tuesday Dec 22, 2020
Tuesday Dec 22, 2020
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 acquisition of Manny Aparicio from York United.
Pa tells us how we can keep stop the message from the Black Lives Matter demonstration at the island games fading away.
We also get an exclusive about Pa's new cookbook B.B.Kah available in all good book stores soon!!
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
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.
Tuesday Dec 15, 2020
Tuesday Dec 15, 2020
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 Keane. We also talk about playing in Brunei and moving to Oz to the A-League.
Roy gives his thoughts on the League of Ireland and how it can compete with other leagues, what's happening in Sunderland and what's better, Home and Away or Neighbours.
Friday Dec 11, 2020
Friday Dec 11, 2020
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 in signings.
We talk about David Edgar's recent retirement as David played under Stephen for the Canada National team.
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
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 Oliver Minatel so Mauro let's us know the advice he gave Oliver after his injury and also Mauro's own journey back from a knee injury.
We also get a great story about Mauro's favourite pair of boots!
Friday Dec 04, 2020
Friday Dec 04, 2020
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, learning from Shaun Wright Phillips and what Didier Drogba is like day to day as a team mate.
#COYW
Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
Tuesday Dec 01, 2020
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 in Atlanta.
We also get answers to our quick fire questions including who makes his 5 aside team!
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
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 from the Chile head coach.
It's good to be back!
Friday Nov 06, 2020
Friday Nov 06, 2020
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 with Manchester United.
We learn what it's like to play at a World Cup and we get Kevin's views on new Ireland manager, Stephen Kenny.
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
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.