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

Friday Feb 07, 2020

I'm joined this week by Chris N'Sa, defender for the Halifax Wanderers and Wharf 104 insider Chris Searl. We cover a host of different topics including Chris' fav spots in Halifax and what it's like being a pro footballer. In Part 2 Steve Steele gives us his take on the NBA trade deadline day.

Friday Jan 31, 2020

This week I'm joined by Chris Searl as we talk about the exciting capture of Jamaica's Alex Marshall for the Wanderer's. We also talk about the parkade issue that may affect the Wanderer's ground and also Ottawa joining the CPL. Steve Steele joins me to chat about the tragic loss of Kobe Bryant. Steve also tells us his favourite Kobe moments.

Saturday Jan 25, 2020

In this episode, I'm joined by Steve, Chris and Jamie form the Liverpool FC Halifax supporter's club. Andy Watson and David Robinson join us too. We are talking about how good Liverpool are and the lad's trip to the Kop. Kenneth and Jimmy join me to talk about the MacGregor fight and where his next moves will be.

Tuesday Jan 21, 2020

On this episode, Allan MacDonald gives us the lowdown on Halifax's newest pro team The Thunderbirds. Evan Gough from The American Gaffers Podcast joins us to grade the Premier League's clubs as we hit just over half way of the season.

Sunday Jan 19, 2020

I'm joined by the lads from the Liverpool FC Halifax supporters club as we preview the Liverpool vs Man United game.

Conor McGregor Bonus Episode

Friday Jan 17, 2020

Friday Jan 17, 2020

I'm joined by Dubliner and MMA fan Kenneth Flood as we chat about this weekend's fight.

Tuesday Jan 14, 2020

This is the second part of our roundtable with the group of Halifax Wanderer's fans. We discuss the possibility of expansion teams, the new season ticket offer and our expectations for 2020. Jess also talks about the issue with the lack of women's sizes for jerseys and clothing. We are starting a campaign to bring this to the attention of the Wanderer's front office. Retweet using #womenssizesplease hashtag on social media to let them know.

Friday Jan 10, 2020

This week we are talking to some die-hard Wanderers fans about their best moments of last season. We also chat about recruitment so far aand the job the CPL has done in creating the league. Recorded live at the Celtic Corner Dartmouth.

Friday Jan 03, 2020

This week I'm chatting with new Wanderer's goalkeeping coach, Jan Michael Williams. We are talking about his new role and his amazing career. Steve Steele tells us his NBA team of the decade and looks at some listener submitted lists.

Bonus Boxing Day Episode

Thursday Dec 26, 2019

Thursday Dec 26, 2019

Andy Watson and I look over last weekend's big Premier League games. We chat about Liverpool's win at the World Club Cup. We also preview the Boxing Day game between Leicester and Liverpool Recorded in Halifax Nova Scotia

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