Down the Pub Podcast- A Soccer Podcast
238 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago -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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Episodes
Episode 163: York United President Angus McNab
January 22, 2023 13:04 - 57 minutes - 41.6 MBOn this episode we are joined by York United President and CEO, Angus McNab. We chat about York's transfer window so far and Angus updates us on the Woodbine move. Angus also tells us about how the FC Edmonton decision happened and he also answers your listener questions. All this and more!! Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter @downthepubpod
Episode 162: Cavalry FC New Signing Jesse Daley
January 17, 2023 11:24 - 21 minutes - 15.4 MBOn this episode I am joined by Cavalry FC's new signing Jesse Daley. We chat about how the move came about, what Cav's fans can expect and Jesse's views of the CPL. We also look back at his time playing with Tacoma Defiance and playing with his hometown club Brisbane Roar. Jesse also gives us his 5-aside team and it's fire!! Check out the show on instagram and twitter @downthepubpod
Episode 161: Xmas Special
December 21, 2022 17:37 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBOn these episode Gary and Anthony are joined by a collection of Wanderers fans and one Forge fan. We chat about the recognition of the Canadian PFA by the CPL, Canada's world cup performance and we get people's thought on the new management team. We also have a Forge corner and Gary's wee quiz. Follow the show wherever @downthepubpod on Instagram and Twitter. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year to all of our listeners. COYW
Episode 160: End of Year Roster Update
December 08, 2022 14:50 - 57 minutes - 44.4 MBOn this episode Gary and Anthony look over the end of year roster moves the Wanderers announced. We chat about the players who are leaving and we look at Oxner and Schaale's legacies as first year Wanderers. We also give details of our end of year show and how you can get involved! Follow the show @downthepub on Instagram and Twitter
Episode 159: Halifax has a new coach!!
December 01, 2022 13:41 - 56 minutes - 43.1 MBOn this episode, we take a look at the appointment of Patrice Gheisar as The Wanderer's new head coach. Gary gives a breakdown of Patrice's style at Vaughan, we also chat about the departure of Pierre Lamothe, JGL and Alex Dorado. We delve into the mailbag as usual too. Follow the show @downthepubpod on Instagram and Twitter
Episode 158! End of Season Review and Awards!
November 02, 2022 17:35 - 56 minutes - 42.2 MBOn this episode, Gary and Anthony look back on the Wanderers season. We chat about the players we would like to see come back next year and we also talk about what we would like to see in a new coach. In the last part we give out our end of season awards, also known as the Pubbies and we dive into the mailbag. You can follow the show on Insta and Twitter @downthepubpod
Episode 157: Live Show at Garrison!!!
October 27, 2022 16:59 - 1 hour - 84.4 MBWe are back from our hiatus and we are live! On this episode live from Garrison, Gary and Anthony are joined by Wanderers Captain, Andre Rampersad, Director of Sporting Operations, Matt Fegan and President, Derek Martin. We look back at the disappointing season that's just passed, we look to next season and we chat about how the new coach search is going after Stephen Hart's departure. All of this and more! Thank you for submitting your questions to us for the event. You can follow us...
Episode 156: Valour, York and the first 100 games.
September 21, 2022 13:57 - 1 hour - 49 MBOn this episode brought to you by Molson Coors, we review the games against Valour and York. We also chat about the news the CPL will reward the team that finishes top in the regular season and we look back at the Wanderers first 100 games. Follow the show on Insta and Twitter @downthepubpod
Episode 155: Cavalry Stalemate Review
September 08, 2022 18:22 - 57 minutes - 43.1 MBOn this episode of The Down the Pub Podcast brought to you by Molson Coors, we are looking back at the home draw against Cavalry. We also look through the Molson Mailbag and give our Heineken Man of the Match. All this and more! Follow us on twitter and instagram @downthepubpod
Episode 154: Gabriel Escobar
September 02, 2022 18:33 - 27 minutes - 19 MBOn this episode brought to you by Molson Coors, I am joined by new Wanderer Gabriel Escobar. We chat about moving to the Wanderers, those first minutes on the pitch, player he models himself and moving to Canada at a young age. All this and more! Follow the show @downthepubpod on instagram and twitter
Episode 153: Defeat in Edmonton and a new Commish
August 31, 2022 12:50 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBIn this episode brought to you by Molson Coors, Gary and Anthony look back at the away defeat to Edmonton. We chat about whether Gary has earned a contract for next year, the new Commish, Wheeler's nonsense, the disastrous display in Edmonton, we give our Heineken man of the match and we dive into our Molson Mailbag. All this and more! Sorry if we didn't get to your question there was a lot to get through, follow us @downthepubpod on twitter and instagram.
Episode 152: Ottawa, Pacific and Ludwig Amla!
August 25, 2022 15:47 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBOn this bumper episode of the Down the Pub Podcast brought to you by Molson Coors, Anthony and Gary look back at the crazy game in Ottawa, the win against 10 man Pacific and Anthony has a chat with Wanderer, Ludwig Amla. The lads talk about the new players, how the squad is developing, u21 mins across the league, and the refereeing decisions against Ottawa and Pacific. We also give our Heineken man of the match awards and we dive into our Molson Mailbag. In the second part Anthony chat's...
Episode 151: Victory over Valour!
August 17, 2022 11:33 - 59 minutes - 45.3 MBOn this episode of The Down the Pub Podcast brought to you by Molson Coors we look back at the win over Valour last week. We say goodbye to Kareem Sow and Colin Gander and welcome Gabriel Escobar and Nassim Nouajaa. We look at our formation, Fumpa's contribution, Ruby's return, the second half melee and our overall performance. We also answer some questions from our Molson mailbag and much more! Don't forget to follow the show @downthepub on Instagram and Twitter.
Episode 150: York, Forge and u23s
August 09, 2022 14:01 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBOn this episode brought to you by Molson Coors, Anthony and Gary look back at the York game, the final u23 match and the defeat to Forge. Gary gives us the lowdown on the u23 game and who stood out. We look back to the crushing defeat to York and also why we need 9 attackers. We also chat about York CEO making his way into the kitchen and giving out York scarves! We also talk about the improved performance against Forge, the formation and squad selection and whether we are looking to next...
Episode 149:Farewell Mateo and Eddies and u23 review
July 29, 2022 13:04 - 45 minutes - 35.1 MBOn this latest episode we look back on The Wanderers draw with the Eddies and the first ever u23 game. We chat about the thoughts and prayers appeal for Gary, our slow start against the Eddies, the penalties and Fumpa's incredible introduction and Mateo's departure We also talk about the u23 game, who stood out and how the game went. We also give our MOTM and much more! Please follow the show on insta and twitter @downthepubpod
Episode 148: Meet Fumpa Mwandwe
July 20, 2022 23:36 - 45 minutes - 33 MBOn this episode Gary and Anthony are joined by Wanderers signing Fumpa Mwandwe! We chat about the move to Halifax, what the fans can expect, that last game performance with Newtown, growing up at Shrewsbury and grassing on teammates. All this and much more! Follow the show @downthepubpod on insta and twitter!
Episode 147: Valour and Cavs Review!
July 19, 2022 01:22 - 54 minutes - 42.2 MBOn this episode Gary and Anthony look back at the away defeats to Valour and Cavalry. We chat about the Akio moment and his move to Ross County, Wanderers new boy Fumpa Mwandwe and whether Jacob Shaffelburg to Halifax would ever happen. Gary gives his opinion on that red card for JGL, chaotic defending and whether he's a Hart in or out guy. All this and more! Follow the show on Twitter and Insta @downthepubpod
Episode 146: Ottawa Oh No!
July 06, 2022 16:55 - 56 minutes - 43.9 MBOn this episode Gary and Anthony review the loss at home by The Wanderers to Atletico Ottawa. We chat about, Cambodian fans of the show, formations, Salter's red card, late substitutions, goalkeeping situation and lack of consistency. We also answer listener questions, chat about New Canadian Day and give our CPL Heritage Moments. Don't forget to give us a like and a review if you're enjoying the show and follow us on insta and twitter @downthepubpod
Episode 145: Oh Happy Days! Pacific Game Review
June 29, 2022 17:40 - 42 minutes - 32.6 MBThis week Gary and I review the big away win at Pacific FC! We chat about Samb's great performance, that goal from Aidan Daniels, Gander's emergence and what's happened to Pacific. We also look at Gary's interview with Matt Fegan and last week's episode with Derek Martin. Don't forget to give us a follow @downthepubpod on Twitter and Instagram.
Episode 144: Wanderers President Derek Martin
June 24, 2022 13:10 - 57 minutes - 43.3 MBOn this episode, I'm joined by Wanderers President Derek Martin. Derek tells me how he thinks the season is going so far, I get an update on the U-23s, where we are with a Joao replacement, why we need a permanent stadium and the health of the club post covid. All this and more! Don't forget to subscribe and drop us a follow on instagram and twitter @downthepubpod
Episode 143: Another Forge Hammering
June 22, 2022 13:32 - 46 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this episode Gary and I look back at the 3-0 loss to Forge at home. We look at squad formation, work rate and how we are as a club compared to Forge right now. We talk about Victor Loturi's move to Ross County and how the league is being perceived abroad. All of this and much more on this week's show. Don't forget to check out Gary's interview with Matt Fegan available later this week. Also don't forget to subscribe and give us a follow on social media @downthepubpod on instagram ...
Episode 142: York/Cavs/Eddies review!
June 17, 2022 13:21 - 53 minutes - 40.9 MBGary and Anthony are back after a 2 week break to look back over the last 3 Wanderers games! We chat about Gary's UK family enjoying their first Wanderers Grounds experience at the York game and we talk about the hard fought win. JGL had a great game against Cavalry so we look at his performance and how unlucky we were to lose that one. We look at The Eddies game and the lackluster start to the game and how we managed to turn it around and come away with the win. Finally we give our opin...
Episode 141: Forge FC’s Kwasi Poku
June 03, 2022 14:28 - 22 minutes - 18.1 MBOn this episode I am joined Forge FC defender/midfielder Kwasi Poku! We look forward to the Championship final against TFC and the build up to it. Kwasi tells me about joining Forge, his great start to the season, playing alongside players like Kyle Bekker and Ashtone Morgan and Forge's winning mentality. All this and more! Follow the show on Apple Podcasts and on instagram and twitter @downthepubpod
Episode 140: Forge and TFC review!
May 31, 2022 23:29 - 44 minutes - 35.7 MBOn this week's episode Gary and I look back at the Wanderers games against Forge and Toronto FC. Firstly we chat about Gary's amazing interview with Andre Rampersad. We then take a look at the disastrous game against Forge and how it went so wrong. We then analyze the Canadian Championship game against Toronto, the great performances and that gut wrenching ending. You can follow the show by subscribing on Apple podcasts and also on twitter and instagram @downthepubpod
Episode 139: Chat with Wanderer Mo Omar!
May 20, 2022 13:50 - 24 minutes - 18 MBOn 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.
Episode 138: Cavs Review
May 18, 2022 22:57 - 45 minutes - 36.3 MBGary 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.
Episode 137: Valour and Guelph review
May 13, 2022 14:09 - 57 minutes - 46.1 MBGary 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.
Episode 136: Eddies Game Review
May 03, 2022 17:50 - 46 minutes - 37.9 MBOn 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
Episode 135: Pacific Game Review
April 27, 2022 17:04 - 20 minutes - 20.2 MBOn 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
Episode 134: Ottawa game review
April 19, 2022 11:11 - 49 minutes - 40 MBFrom 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 @dow...
Episode 133: York game review with Gary Griffiths
April 12, 2022 16:02 - 47 minutes - 35.3 MBOn 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
Episode 132: Wanderers 2022 Review w/ FromAways.com
April 05, 2022 21:58 - 53 minutes - 41.4 MBOn 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!
Episode 131: Sacramento Republic’s Lee Desmond
March 31, 2022 16:56 - 46 minutes - 37.7 MBOn 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 kn...
Episode 130: Hfx Wanderer’s Defender Peter Schaale
March 24, 2022 17:53 - 43 minutes - 32.2 MBOn 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 E...
Episode 129: Wanderers Asst Coach, Alex Dorado!
March 14, 2022 13:09 - 42 minutes - 32.2 MBHfx 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 ...
Episode 128: Hfx Wanderer’s Sporting Director, Matt Fegan
March 08, 2022 18:51 - 48 minutes - 38.2 MBOn 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...
Episode 127:Northern Colorado’s Shane McFaul
March 03, 2022 17:26 - 1 hour - 52.6 MBOn 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 lo...
Episode 126: York United’s Jordan Wilson
February 23, 2022 17:28 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBOn 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 play...
Episode 125: The Ollies, Ollie Bassett and Ollie Hewish
February 03, 2022 19:05 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBOn 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 ch...
Episode 124: The Northern Corridor
January 27, 2022 18:16 - 52 minutes - 27.3 MBOn 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...
Episode 123: Alex De Carolis and Everton NS founder Dave Robinson
January 19, 2022 18:53 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBOn 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 dis...
Episode 122: CPL Champion Josh Heard!
December 28, 2021 18:40 - 43 minutes - 33.8 MBOn 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!!!
Episode 121: Head in the Game‘s Dean Arrowsmith
December 21, 2021 15:34 - 52 minutes - 40.7 MBOn 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 inspirati...
Episode 120: Charlie Trafford!
December 17, 2021 16:49 - 57 minutes - 42.5 MBOn 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. Charli...
Episode 119:Thomas Enevoldsen
December 11, 2021 13:41 - 48 minutes - 39.2 MBOn 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 su...
Episode 118: Forge Fc‘s Triston Henry!
November 20, 2021 15:02 - 32 minutes - 25.7 MBIt'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!!
Episode 117: Super Agent Alix Bruch
November 17, 2021 13:07 - 37 minutes - 28.7 MBWhile 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 get...
Epiosde 116: Emerald Exiles author Barry Landy
November 10, 2021 16:18 - 52 minutes - 37.9 MBOn 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 loo...
Episode 115: San Diego Loyal‘s Jack Blake
November 04, 2021 22:19 - 37 minutes - 29.9 MBOn 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!!
Episode 114: Forge FC‘s Maxim Tissot!
October 21, 2021 13:31 - 41 minutes - 32.6 MBOn 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 ...