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Footy Prime The Podcast

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Hosted by James Sharman, former football pros Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan & Amy Walsh, and producers Jeff Cole and Dan Wong


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FIFA WORLD CUP 2022, Day 16: Brazil vs. South Korea and Croatia vs. Japan

December 05, 2022 22:37 - 19 minutes - 27.4 MB

Another day, another dance party! Brazil lambada their way into the quarters, breaking the hearts of millions of BTK fans, while Croatia prevail in the snooze fest that was Japan's final match in Qatar. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don’t miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharman, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest, Brendan Dunlop and Dan Wong Voice Over Talent: Jeff Cole This podcast has content that may u...

FIFA WORLD CUP 2022, Day 15: ENGLAND, England, France & Canadian Men

December 04, 2022 23:23 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong take to the microphones for the second day of knockout footyball. England played up to their potential vs Senegal and the French dominated Poland.  Both sides looked dangerous, disciplined and will face off in the next round.  CONCACAF and African teams so far are underperforming and confessions for a Sunday too. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don’t miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.c...

FIFA WORLD CUP 2022, Day 15: ENGLAND, England, France & Canadian Men

December 04, 2022 23:23 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong take to the microphones for the second day of knockout footyball. England played up to their potential vs Senegal and the French dominated Poland.  Both sides looked dangerous, disciplined and will face off in the next round.  CONCACAF and African teams so far are underperforming and confessions for a Sunday too. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don’t miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com...

FIFA WORLD CUP 2022, Day 13 & 14: Messi, Argentina through over Aussies, Dutch Concacaf USMNT and B is back

December 03, 2022 23:19 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MB

James Sharman, Craig Forrest and Dan Wong welcome back prodigal son Brendan Dunlop to the pod as they marvel at Messi and the Netherlands, both teams winning their knockout matches.  United States Men's Team is underwhelming in play against the Dutch seemingly energy-less compared to their Q round matches.  B describes the cost of beers in Doha, Qatar after two weeks being the FIFA Canadian Hype man at the stadium. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don’t miss...

FIFA WORLD CUP 2022, Day 12: Canada's journey ends v Morocco, Germany, Belgium too for Good Measure

December 02, 2022 02:14 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MB

John Herdman and his squad displayed resilience after a keeper blunder for the ages, and stood proud for the final 50 minutes.  Germany won, but lost. Belgium also are boarding an airplane and the pros explain out of bounds from the Japan v Spain tilt.   The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don’t miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime   Presenters: James Sharman, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest, Brendan Dunlop and Dan Wong   Voice...

FIFA WORLD CUP 2022, Day 11: France vs. Tunisia, Denmark vs. Australia, Saudi Arabia vs. Mexico, Poland vs. Argentina and John Herdman, Alphonso Davies and the whole CanMNT get ready for Morocco

December 01, 2022 02:02 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MB

A wild day 11 at the FIFA Worls Cup 2022; France fall, Mexico prevail, Argentina don't disappoint and AUSSiE AUSSE AUSSIE, OI OI OI!!! Tomorrow, we get set for a possible symbolic 3 points for Canada as they face Morocco.  The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don’t miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharman, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest, Brendan Dunlop and Dan Wong Voice Over Talent: Jeff Cole This podcast has ...

FIFA World Cup 2022, Match Day 10: England vs. Wales, Iran vs. USA, Senegal vs. Equator, Netherlands vs. Qatar, CanMNT and Alphonso Davies vs. The Press

November 30, 2022 02:04 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MB

The round of 16 is taking shape; England, USA, Netherlands and current Africa Cup of Nations champions, Senegal all advance out of the group stage. Balls; The boys go ball in on...the Boys. Canada's Men's National team prepare for their final game of the tournament by defending against the Canadian press. And, what's for dinner?! he Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don’t miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharma...

FIFA World Cup 2022, Match Day 9: Cameroon vs. Serbia, Brazil vs. Switzerland, Portugal vs. Uruguay and Ghana vs. South Korea

November 29, 2022 02:58 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MB

Cobra Feet, Jimmy 5 bellies and a missing laptop charger... Anything and everything can happen in the World Cup!  The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don’t miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharman, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest, Brendan Dunlop and Dan Wong Voice Over Talent: Jeff Cole This podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion. Paren...

FIFA World Cup 2022, Match Day 8: Canada vs. Croatia, Spain vs. Germany, Belgium vs.Morocco and Japan vs. Costa Rica

November 27, 2022 23:59 - 16 minutes - 22.1 MB

GOOOOOOAAAAAALLLLL!!!!! Canada Has done it! Alphonso Davies scored a cracker off the cross to send Canada into the record books at the 67 second mark. CANMNT would concede 4 in a hard fought loss to Croatia witch spelled the end to the dream of the round of 16. They will face Morocco Thursday, who's coming off of a 2-0 victory over Belgium.  Spain and Germany trade goals while Costa Rica puts one on the board against Japan.  *The boys recorded this episode under duress on an old tape rec...

FIFA World Cup 2022, Match Day 7: Messi is Wonderful, Canada and Herdman take Centre Stage vs Croatia

November 27, 2022 01:39 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MB

James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan, and Dan Wong talk Lionel Messi and his sublime goal vs Mexico and then give kudos to the Gaffer, John Herdman, who handled his self-made chaos with humour and style.  Who's starting?...Amy Walsh gets name dropped and the fellas take their turns playing Kreskin with the lineup. LET'S GO CANADA!   Event Details at 90minutes.ca for Canada v Croatia. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don’t miss a second of the acti...

FIFA World Cup 2022, Match Day 6: England, USA renew rivalry & Coach John Herdman is naked in Croatia

November 25, 2022 23:16 - 20 minutes - 23.2 MB

James Sharman, Craig Forrest and Dan Wong discuss the Croatia/Canada match fueled by some words and a hilarious Croatian take on Coach John Herdman's lunch pail.   And the England/USA match is surprising in many ways with a stellar perfomance by the Americans and a very defensive Southgate side.  Plenty of excitement as the Qualifying rounds start to heat up at the FIFA World Cup 2022.  And where's Jimmy Brennan when there is a nude Herdman?   The Premier League has a new home in Canada this ...

FIFA World Cup 2022, Match Day 4 & 5: CANADA, Canada & Canada & a Dunlop check in from Qatar

November 25, 2022 00:41 - 59 minutes - 68 MB

With James Sharman being called away on pie duty, Dan Wong and Craig Forrest discuss the historic Canadian match, then Jimmy Brennan and our intrepid Brendan Dunlop jump in.   Canada's match, tight kits and Uber in Doha.  Brendan fills us in on his FIFA responsibilities and describes his once in a lifetime experience from his vantage point in stadium on the sideline. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don’t miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/f...

FIFA World Cup 2022, Match Day 3: Saudi Arabia Shocks Argentina, Draws & a Muscular France, Plus Canada Men's Team

November 22, 2022 23:11 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MB

Sharman, Forrest, Brennan, JC and Wong produce a tight, information-driven pod that is perfect for an audio snack.  Jimmy waxes complimentary about the Saudis, the middle games deliver an average response, and France pours it on after an early Australia goal.  Plus the time has come, finally, for Canada's Men's Team to take the pitch against the evil and dreaded Belgians (hyperbole).  LET'S GO CANADA!  We need a pic of Brennan in the stadium too. Also how to hang with a quorum of Footy Pri...

FIFA WORLD CUP 2022, Day 2: England Impresses against Iran, USMNT duel Wales, Tough Day for Senegal vs Netherlands

November 22, 2022 02:42 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MB

Day Two of the FIFA World Cup let the English breathe a sigh of relief as their younger players shone.  Gareth Bale and the Welsh played a stellar second half to draw with an impressive USA side, and the Senegalese were unfortunate with their result against the Dutch.  Join the crew with James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan, JC and Dan Wong for a raucous breakdown of the matches.  Alas, no toenail talk today. Also how to hang with a quorum of Footy Prime before the Belgium Match on N...

FIFA WORLD CUP 2022, Day 1: Qatar Vs. Ecuador

November 20, 2022 20:57 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MB

FIFA World Cup 2022 is finally here, and it started out bith a cracker! A Salteen to be exact... Hosts Qatar conceded 2-0 to Ecuador in the inaugural match. The boys discuss some moral quandries surrounding the tournament. We look ahead to the 48 team, 2026 World Cup and ponder the calibur of play. Craig and VAR teach the world what a moving blue line is. And Jimmy's toes are not what they used to be. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don’t miss a second of t...

Canada vs Japan in 2022 FIFA World Cup Prep Match, Where do CANMNT Stars go post WC? Brendan to Qatar

November 17, 2022 20:52 - 44 minutes - 50.7 MB

James Sharman, Brendan Dunlop, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest, Dan Wong and JC are gearing up for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.  This includes: Analysis of the Canada vs Japan friendly, using the word Panenka to describe body parts, surmising where CANMNT Superstars will go post the 2022 FIFA WC, saying Bon Voyage to Brendan on his flight to Doha, waiting on an interview that may or may not have been booked, and solving all the world's problems.  Also how to hang with a quorum of Footy Prime before ...

2022 FIFA World Cup Preview

November 15, 2022 17:21 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MB

Opinions are like Footy Prime.  Everyone has one.  Does that make sense?  James Sharman, Brendan Dunlop, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong try to make sense of it all - from Canada to Qatar, from London to Doha, the 2022 World Cup is less than a week away and we think we  have all the answers. Will A Winter World Cup Affect Your Enjoyment Of Qatar 2022? Messi Or Ronaldo… Which Player Needs To Win The World Cup The Most? South America Or Europe… Which Continent Will Steal The Show...

This Just In! Canada's Mens Team is set for Qatar, CR7 loves Piers Morgan/hates Man U and an upsey/downsey EPL Weekend

November 14, 2022 01:42 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MB

James Sharman subs in off the TJI bench as our boy Brendan Dunlop needed the night off.  Sharms is joined by the regular crew of Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong, with a few sage words from JC.  Canada's Men's National Team is cemented for its first trip to the FIFA World Cup in 36 years.  The fellas break down the team and how they need to approach the tournament.  Ronaldo goes bridge burning whether by accident or a planned escape and opinions are shared.  And Wonger's Brentford u...

News & Such: Canada's Men's Team v Bahrain, England's Squad, Footy Picks & more

November 11, 2022 20:18 - 59 minutes - 81.6 MB

James Sharman helms News & Such as the crew breakdown CANMNT friendly versus Bahrain.  Joined by Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan, Brendan Dunlop and Dan Wong the fellas tackle Canada's World Cup lineup including its midfield and backline.  FIFA WC Quality is compared to Champions League, England's WC team is analysed, Tier 1 players per WC team is a variable for projecting success and Footy Picks of the EPL's last weekend before the break.  JC picks Spurs 8-nil.  World Cup Schedules for the Foo...

A Razor Review, USMNT, CANMNT, Atiba, Belgium and Croatia and some fiery words

November 10, 2022 03:41 - 1 hour - 77.2 MB

The crew is just getting over their Razor Ruddock INTVU but they all seem in fine form.  James Sharman is joined by Brendan Dunlop, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong for a spirtited pod.  The US Men's team compared to the Leafs, Atiba Hutchinson back, Canada's Men's Team analysed and their competition, Belgium and Croatia, spark some disagreements.  Also Sepp Blatter is an ass, Netflix FIFA doc, Liverpool on the market and some viewer comments.  JC opens with a new hit. The Premier...

INTVU: Neil "Razor" Ruddock

November 08, 2022 16:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MB

Ladies and gentlemen, what can we say, this is Razor Ruddock. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharman, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest, Brendan Dunlop and Dan Wong Voice Over Talent: Jeff Cole *This podcast has content that may use words and share tales that offend, please feel free to use your best discretion. Parental discretion is advised. Be advised this episode ...

This Just In! Alphonso Davies won't miss World Cup & LAFC win MLS Cup for Crepeau

November 07, 2022 00:09 - 1 hour - 81.8 MB

A wild weekend that saw CanMNT fans fear the worst when Alphonso Davies left Bayern Munich's match Saturday with an apparent hamstring injury, and then watch LAFC goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau suffer a gruesome leg injury in stoppage time of the MLS Cup Final, was an emotional roller coaster!    Brendan Dunlop. James Sharman and Craig Forrest react to the biggest stories and the Premier League weekend after Aston Villa shone in Unai Emery's debut thumping a Cristiano Ronaldo captained Man United,...

News & Such: FIFA and Qatar, Injuries abound, and our Prem Picks for Footy Picks

November 04, 2022 16:56 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MB

 With the 2022 World Cup in Qatar looming, we can't help but touch upon the political influence and financial motives surrounding the tournament. With some of the footballs best and brightest falling victim to injury, what  will these international squads look like and will the odds shift in Canada's favour? The Boys make some bold predictions for the weekend with Footy Picks. And The tournament we've all been waiting for is just around the corner; The Sharman's Proper Pie Cup! The Premier L...

An All Jimmy Open, Full Crew Chat, MLS Going Global and Mean Craig

November 03, 2022 01:12 - 1 hour - 78.1 MB

Wednesday's episodes can sometimes go sideways but it's a happy, need to listen, laugh a second sideways.  James Sharman is joined by Brendan Dunlop, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong, with an epic opening from our boy JC.  The fellas go down their list of most inspiring athletes, how the MLS Apple deal may bring new fans to the North American league, who's voice they would want on their GPS system and so much more. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don...

INTVU: Roger Bennett, Men In Blazers

November 01, 2022 17:51 - 38 minutes - 52.8 MB

Men In Blazers comes north as Roger Bennett joins Dunny, Craig & Jimmy to talk about The Beautiful Game and his brand new book Gods Of Soccer: The Pantheon of the 100 Greatest Soccer Players (according to us). A couple of iconic Canadians cracked the list! Rog talks about the selection process, what it was like growing up in Liverpool with his undying passion for Everton Football Club and the plight of Toffees supporters, and what it’s been like to watch the Canadian men’s national team asce...

This Just In! CPL Dynasty, EPL surprises and who manages the best style?

October 31, 2022 01:51 - 1 hour - 98.9 MB

Forge FC cement their dynasty beating Atletico Ottawa in the CPL Final. Leeds leads the way into our Prem hearts. Christine Sinclair proves she's by far the best ever leading Portland Thorns to and NWSL Championship over Desiree Scott's KC Current. And Dunny gets incredibly old but that much more handsome. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharman, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Fo...

News and Such: Blood, Sack and Picks

October 28, 2022 17:15 - 47 minutes - 65.7 MB

On News and Such, Craig, Jimmy, JC and James breakdown exactly how "showboating" is ruining the world we live in... or is it? Surely Antony has a right to show off?  Or does he?  Which of our panel would have gone right through him as pay back?  Data and stats are soon to emblazon our match watching experience, but is this a good idea only enjoyable for the footy nerds?  We basically hand out stacks of dollar bills for you as our 100% record on Footy Picks continues (ahem) and Craig finally ...

Champions League drama & Unai has entered the Villa!

October 27, 2022 03:15 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MB

Canadians going up against each other in the Champions League. Powerhouse clubs failing to score at the death. UCL Matchday 5 really had it all! Sharms, Craig & Dunny do something we so rarely do when it's a full squad and actually talk about the matches - from Stephen Eustáquio's goal, to Atleti's bad luck, to Barça being bounced to the Europa League, again! Sharms doubts Dunny enthusiasm over Aston Villa's hiring of Unai Emery, and Craig reads from Wonger's Mail Sack.    The Premier Leag...

INTVU: It's a Coach-Off!

October 25, 2022 16:56 - 33 minutes - 46 MB

It's a CanCon heavy pod today, as we get you set for Sunday's Canadian Premier League Final between Atletico Ottawa and Hamilton Forge.  Head coaches Carlos Gonzalez and Bobby Smyrniotis join Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest and James Sharman.  Ottawa incredible bounce back season is discussed, as well as which of their players should win the Player of the Year award.  Meanwhile, Bobby makes his annual appearance on the pod as he gets set for yet another final appearance.   The Premier League h...

This Just In! CPL final is set, Premier League winners & losers, and a MTL surprise!

October 24, 2022 01:23 - 1 hour - 101 MB

CF Montreal couldn't get to the core of the Big Apple in the MLS Playoffs. Hamilton Forge a battle against Calvary to ascend to the CPL championship against Atletico Ottawa. The week that was in the Prem. And a familiar face surprises the gang with some insights and predictions! The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharman, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest and Brendan Dunlop V...

News & Such: Ronaldo's Last Stand? Villa is manager shopping & Canada's Men's Team pre-World Cup friendly

October 21, 2022 17:06 - 59 minutes - 68 MB

Brendan Dunlop gets his way as the FP Crew chat Ronaldo for 20-some minutes and then Villa...Craig Forrest and Jimmy Brennan suprisingly line up against James Sharman and Dan Wong on the debate panel.  Aston Villa is gaffer-less after sacking Steven Gerrard, so the search begins. The fellas talk British TV Shows, 80's military encroachments and Ryan Reynolds' "Welcome To Wrexham" documentary.  CanMNT get a friendly v Bahrain before their FIFA World Cup adventure and MLS/EPL Footy Picks for t...

Ronaldo takes a walk, Benzema's Ballon D'Or, World Cup stars, Panenkas & Nutmegs and MLS salaries

October 20, 2022 00:59 - 1 hour - 69.4 MB

James Sharman holds down the fort with a full squad including Brendan Dunlop, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest and Dan Wong.  JC delivers an under-the-weather, self-pitying opening while the crew analyse the midweek Premier League clashes. Ronaldo, a pre-madonna or just madonna? What not to do when practicing PKs and nutmegging consequences. Super Duper computer and MLS salaries hit the rundown along with Benzema's Ballon D'Or and Wonger's Male Sack.  Love to all! FP Crew. The Premier League has...

INTVU: James Duthie, TSN Sportscaster on Qatar, FIFA World Cup & Canada's Men's Team

October 18, 2022 17:15 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MB

A third James visits the Footy Prime Crew, this time James Duthie, TSN's Host for All Things, talks about his approach for his upcoming trip to Qatar to cover the FIFA World Cup and CanMNT's first in 36 years. We leave no stone unturned and ask the elephant in the room question - How does Hockey Canada and the World Junior's bounce back?  We talk JD's love of golf and his round at the Masters. An INTVU for the ages.  Get In.  The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV....

This Just In! Klopp is red, Newcastle is green, & Sade is Gold!

October 16, 2022 23:29 - 1 hour - 96.5 MB

Sunday Funday! Our smooth operators don't look back in anger at the weekend that was. Liverpool does the impossible by holding Haaland and Man City scoreless. Drake loses some pocket change thanks to Arsenal and Barca. And Sharms gets Dunny one step closer to smelling CR7. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharman, Brendan Dunlop & Dan Wong Voice Over Talent: Jeff Cole ...

This Just In: SPOILER ALERT!! Klopp is red, Forest is Green and Sade is Gold!

October 16, 2022 23:29 - 1 hour - 96.5 MB

Sunday Funday indeed! Our smooth operators don't look back in anger at the weekend that was.  Liverpool does the impossible by keeping Haaland and City scoreless. Drake loses some pocket change thanks to Arsenal and Barca. And Sharms gets B one step closer to smelling CR7. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharman, Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest and Brendan Dunlop Voice...

News & Such: Adam Jenkins on CPL Playoffs. Drake's OVO owl on Barca shirts

October 14, 2022 16:52 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MB

While en route to get a haircut, Jimmy's play-by-play booth mate Adam Jenkins joins the show to talk CPL Playoffs and Atletico Ottawa's miraculous season. Barca has a new team member, October's Very Own, Drake. With Injuries and limited playing time leading up to Qatar 2022, how will CanMNT prepare? The boys break down this weekend's Prem matches with Footy Picks. And Craig and Jimmy debate scoring in Tennis and (other) Football.  The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: Fubo...

A sexy 80's opening, Klopp is sour, Mbappé is truculent, Beckham is brilliant & Dunny is Funny

October 13, 2022 01:35 - 1 hour - 77.9 MB

With a wide range of topics for the midweek Banger, James Sharman is joined by Brendan "The Laughs" Dunlop, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong.  The Crew kicks off the night with a JC sexy jam throwback, Sharms is unimpressed with Will Ferrell, Just for Men is bandied for early greys, Klopp is bashed and Brendan drops the mic on PSG and Mbappé sitch. Beckham, media stories, a twitter quiz from the FP Supporters Club and Premium Plus.  Fun and footy insight was had by all. The Premier ...

An 80's sexy opening ,Klopp is sour, Mbappe is truculent, Beckham is brilliant and Dunny is Funny.

October 13, 2022 01:35 - 1 hour - 77.9 MB

With a wide range of topics for the Mid-Week Banger, James Sharman is joined by Brendan "The Laughs" Dunlop, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong.  The Crew kicks off the night with a JC sexy jam throwback, Sharms is unimpressed with Will Ferrell, Just for Men is bandied for early grays, Klopp is bashed and Brendan drops the mic on PSG and Mbappe sitch.  Beckham, media stories, a twitter quiz from the FP Supporters Club and Premium Plus.  Fun and footy insight was had by all. The Prem...

INTVU: Kaylyn Kyle, Host/Reporter, ex-Canada National Team player, and now, Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Famer

October 11, 2022 18:57 - 45 minutes - 52.2 MB

Kaylyn Kyle joins Brendan Dunlop, Craig Forrest and Jimmy Brennan for Footy Prime INTVU and shares prescient commentary about the NWSL and Portland Thorns franchise.  Kaylyn details her transition from player to on-camera host and reporter, her time with Inter Miami, what she calls David Beckham, John Herdman's influence, some advice on feet and her plans for Qatar.  Some very sobering insight along with great banter and laughs. And all while she is having a pedicure. A true professional! A n...

This Just In! Arsenal look like title contenders, Ronaldo's 700th goal & be thankful CF Montreal made MLS Playoffs

October 10, 2022 16:56 - 1 hour - 90.4 MB

Erling Haaland scored again, Cristiano Ronaldo bagged his 700th club goal, and Arsenal dismantled pre-season title challengers Liverpool, leaving Brendan Dunlop, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan, James Sharman and Dan Wong with a lot to chew on, on Thanksgiving Monday. They discuss stand out sporting names, and with CF Montreal flying the flag for Canada, react to the MLS Playoff picture.  The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action! Subsc...

News & Such: Nottingham Forest keep Steve Cooper, we question our keeper Craig Forrest & DeRo's Canada's Sports HOF induction

October 07, 2022 17:34 - 56 minutes - 77.4 MB

There's some loyalty left in the game. Going against current Premier League trends, Nottingham Forest double down on Steve Cooper. Our own ex-pros, Craiger and Jimmy, take the Ex-Footballer survey: From doping to injuring opponents, to Ronaldo v Messi. And Sharms loves his individual prop bets on Footy Picks. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Jim...

We're witnessing something special with Haaland, and it takes a special something to make it

October 06, 2022 00:44 - 59 minutes - 82.3 MB

You either have it or you don't!  Erling Haaland definitely has it, but just how much does he have? Jimmy absolutely has it, and shares his awe inspiring journey from dream to career. And Wonger thought he jumped into it, but the siren song of sweet lady 'Gym', wasn't loud enough.  Plus, James and Dunny whistle. The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action! Subscribe at: fubotv.com/footyprime Presenters: James Sharman, Craig Forre...

INTVU: Amy Walsh, Ex-Canadian Women's Team player, Canadian Soccer Hall of Famer, CF Montreal Consultant & Banter Champ

October 04, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 84.6 MB

James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Brendan Dunlop, Jimmy Brennan and Dan Wong welcome one of Footy Prime's favourite guests, self/team proclaimed Funniest Player on Canada's Women's Soccer team, Canadian Hall of Fame career player and now, a CF Montreal collaborator in the development of women's soccer, Amy Walsh.   The Crew and Amy breakdown her career - her journey from Nebraska Cornhusker, to CanWNT player, to TSN Sideline reporter and how she will work with CF Montreal, creating opportunitie...

This Just In! Erling Haaland destroys Man United, Arsenal smack Spurs & VWFC’s Playoff dreams

October 03, 2022 02:36 - 1 hour - 92.2 MB

Erling Haaland is not human. That we can all agree on, right? Brendan Dunlop, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan and James Sharman try to make sense of Sunday’s Manchester Derby that saw the Norwegian and Phil Foden become the first pair of teammates to each score a hat-trick in a Premier League match. Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t play but of course Dunny had us talking CR7 for 15 minutes. North London is red, and no one seems surprised that Arsenal are flying because they were all swooned by how Amaz...

News & Such: Premier League is back & author Josh Kloke’s new CanMNT book

September 30, 2022 17:17 - 59 minutes - 67.5 MB

The international break is over for Canada‘s men’s national team, but the CanMNT talk doesn’t stop! We chat with writer Josh Kloke of The Athletic about his new book The Voyageurs: The Canadian Men’s Team’s Soccer Team’s Quest to Reach The World Cup. From Josh's journey in writing the book across Canada's CONCACAF Octagon topping World Cup qualifying run, to John Herdman's 26 men on the plane to Qatar, and the importance of Doneil Henry to the chemistry of the change room, Dunny, Craig, Jimm...

52 days and counting, 5’2” and pouting, Canada's Men's Team & Herdman's options

September 29, 2022 01:16 - 1 hour - 90.6 MB

It's another all action pod after Canada held their own against Uruguay in Bratislava in Tuesday's friendly, the boys channel Bob Ross to paint a rosy picture for CanMNT ahead of Qatar 2022. Questions fly around who will complete a Canadian midfield that is certain to include Stephen Eustáquio, but will Atiba Hutchinson, Jonathan Osorio, Samuel Piette or Ismaël Koné be alongside him? Wonger is worried about Luka Modric and Croatia after their Nations League showing, while Dunny sips Polish be...

INVTU: David Prutton, Sky Sports Announcer & ex-Nottingham Forest, Southampton midfielder

September 27, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 89.9 MB

The FP Crew gather round the campfire and chat with David Prutton, former Nottingham Forest and Southampton player and now Sky Sports announcer, as he reminisces with Jimmy Brennan about their playing days.  James Sharman, Craig Forrest and Dan Wong get in the mix with subjects like sacked gaffers, punches to the face, red cards, giraffe impressions and professional-level podcasts.  Super fun! The Premier League has a new home in Canada this season: FuboTV. Don't miss a second of the action...

This Just In! UEFA Nations League surprises, Croatia isn't old & Uruguay awaits for Canada

September 25, 2022 23:24 - 1 hour - 91 MB

A weekend without club football left Brendan Dunlop, Craig Forrest and James Sharman with no shortage of talking points as they recklessly speculate which of Canada's upcoming opposition will give CanMNT the most trouble, and how Russia have set up fixtures against internal states. The sudden geopolitical shift in topics led to discussion of the Czech Republic's official name change to "Czechia", which stunned Sharms. Craig can't believe how good Luka Modric still is for Croatia at age 37. An...

News & Such: Canada's friendly vs. Qatar was anything but friendly to viewers

September 23, 2022 19:47 - 57 minutes - 78.9 MB

The B is Back! Dunny returns from Sin City just in time for the much anticipated first of two exhibition matches in as many weeks for CanMNT. The boys all agree, Qatar had as much interest in winning as Nike has in Canadian Soccer. Also, Jimmy shares his name with a dog, Dunlop flaunts his $11 jackpot, Dan teaches us to know our worth, Sharms is a creep on 90210, and Craig once dressed as a pumpkin on live TV. Presenters: James Sharman, Craig Forrest, Jimmy Brennan, Brendan Dunlop and Da...

Canada's Men's Team, Big Spoons, Qatar World Cup Friendly and FIFA Conundrum

September 22, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 78.3 MB

James Sharman is joined by Jimmy Brennan, Craig Forrest and Dan Wong as they tackle the issues of the world including Divorce, Playing for Canada, Qatar and its rainbow armband issue for FIFA, Jimmy's opportunities in Europe and JC comes just in time for some laughs. Also Wonger's Mail Sack makes an appearance with the crew grading TFC under Bob Bradley and a somewhat nice review.  All this and more on Footy Prime. Brendan is on holiday this week. The Premier League has a new home in Canad...

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