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 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!
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
May 1, 2021
May 1, 2021
35 min
Fresh from coming out of quarantine, we caught up with Joao to see how he is settling back into Halifax. We chat about the Island games and how this year's Wanderers team is shaping up. We also get an exclusive about his trip back to Brazil and his Mom's reaction to Riggi's amazing goal last year.
Apr 24, 2021
Apr 24, 2021
46 min
On this special edition I chat to Newcastle United legend Lee Clark. We chat about the craziness that is the Super League, Lee's new job in Sudan with Al-Merrikh and his views on Newcastle's season.
Lee also gives his five a side team (one of the best ever!)
Jan 23, 2021
Jan 23, 2021
43 min
On this episode we are joined by Sheffield United and Leeds United legend Brian Deane!
We chat about Phoenix Sports & Media, a company Brian is the chairman of that uses his and other ex PL players experience to help the new generation of players. Brian and the team are very passionate about helping players avoid the pitfalls of professional football.
Brian also tells us about his foray into management, playing for Benfica alongside Nuno Gomes and the crazy situation that was happening there at the time.
We also hear about Brian scoring the first ever Premier League goal, the goal that heralded the start of the the goal that started off the most successful period of English football.
Make sure to check out Phoenix Sports & Media's Youtube series with ex Pros. It's incredible!!
Check out Brian's company: https://www.psm-group.co.uk/
The Story Behind the Shirt on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aj-U7Gf1WIk&list=PLiBo2U7ISVnVGfQVgBUVtTTxiexqbiesn&ab_channel=PhoenixSport%26MediaGroup
Jan 19, 2021
Jan 19, 2021
1hr 12 min
On this episode we are joined by Robbie Lyle from AFTV!!
We chat about Robbie's recovery from Covid, his views on if fans are too quick to turn on the manager, the beginnings of AFTV and dealing with trolls.
Robbie also tells us about hanging out with Thierry Henry and beating him in a crossbar challenge!!!
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Jan 15, 2021
Jan 15, 2021
45 min
On this episode we chat with the 4th overall pick from the 2019 MLS Superdraft, Callum Montgomery.
We talk about playing for the Charlotte 49ers, what happens in Draft week and the move to Dallas.
Callum also tells us about his first footballing memories and about his ambition for the season with new team Minnesota United!
We also learn his 5 a side team, his top 3 defenders and his pre match superstitions.
Dec 27, 2020
Dec 27, 2020
38 min
In this bonus episode I am joined by Episode 1 guest and all around legend Dave "The Rave" Faulkner. 2020 has been quite a year for Down the Pub Podcast so Dave and I reminisce about the first ever episode at Clay West in Bayer's Lake. We also chat about how far the show has come and the amazing guests we have had on the show. We also talk about why we do what we do and there's a couple of pointers for anyone looking to start their podcast journey.
Dec 22, 2020
Dec 22, 2020
1hr 18 min
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!!
Dec 17, 2020
Dec 17, 2020
23 min
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.
Dec 15, 2020
Dec 15, 2020
59 min
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.
Dec 11, 2020
Dec 11, 2020
1hr 1 min
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.