Open Goal - Football Show

Kevin Kyle returns to the show with us as we discuss all the latest goings on from the mad house that is Scottish Football and beyond! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Cardiff, Celtic, Crystal Palace & Derby midfielder Joe Ledley joins us this week to talk through his career journey so far.Starting off as a top prospect with local side Cardiff, Joe discusses his quick trajectory into the 1st team and becoming the club’s captain at the age of 21, leading them to an FA Cup Final and a heartbreaking defeat in the play-off finals.The boys also discuss his decision to leave Cardiff and seek to develop his career with Celtic where he would win numerous trophies and partake in one of the club’s greatest achievements in beating Barcelona.Joe also touches on his first experiences of the Premier League with Crystal Palace and working with the likes of Sam Allardyce and Neil Warnock.And we of course couldn’t forget to ask about Joe’s memories of Wales’ stunning performance at Euro 2016 as he looks back fondly on the amazing route which saw them reach the Semi-Finals Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We were on air for the big breaking news today as reports suggest Brendan Rodgers has decided to leave Celtic for Leicester City with the remainder of the season left to play. All the reaction from Si, Slaney and Mark on the big story among other topics that have had everyone talking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Current Sporting Kansas star man Johnny Russell is in the hot seat this week as he and Si get a good laugh looking back on the highs and lows of the striker’s career thus far.Johnny chats through the tough pathway to making it as a young player at Dundee United and then becoming one of the top forwards in the country. He also has a candid discussion about his time down at Derby County which saw him on the cusp of getting promoted to the Premier League while playing under an array of big name managers including Nigel Clough, Steve McLaren and Paul Clement.We of course round off on how he’s now enjoying life in America as he’s now made the trip over the pond to play for MLS team Sporting Kansas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Right in the Coupon, our weekly analysis show providing a light-hearted analysis on the week's football events and ends with our guests Frank McAvennie and Derek Ferguson's attempts to beat the bookies with their coupon!Plenty for the boys to chew over this week as Rangers bounce back with a thumping win against Killie in the William Hill Scottish Cup with that of course not being the only talking point from the game...We also discuss the title race as Celtic secured a crucial late win over Killie last week, the battle to avoid the drop as St Mirren and Dundee pick up results and of course everyone’s thoughts on the topic of plastic pitches in the top flight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're delighted you've joined us for a very special version of our weekly podcast with show regulars Simon Ferry and Paul Slane alongside our guest star, former Celtic defender and now Blackburn captain, Charlie Mulgrew! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Rangers Manager, Mark Warburton is our guest this week as he opens up to Si on his eventful period in charge of the Ibrox club as we discuss his opening season which saw him clinch promotion to the Premiership, defeat rivals Celtic in a dramatic penalty shootout and agonisingly lose the Scottish Cup Final to Hibs in the last minute.Furthermore, Mark goes into the different challenges he faced in his 2nd season when expectations were risen and new faces arrived as he attempted to steer the club back to a competitive level again.Also plenty of chat from his successful time at Brentford and his pathway into football having taken an unorthodox route after working as a trader in the City for a number of years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An amazing insight into the career of one of the country’s top central midfield players in recent times as Paul Hartley candidly looks back on the big moments of his career including the explosive reign of Vladimir Romanov at Hearts which brought excitement as well as madness to Tynecastle.Paul also speaks about his dream move to Celtic and the highlights which came from playing in the Champions League against the world’s best as well as playing a key role in the club’s comeback to clinch 3 in a row under Gordon Strachan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Celtic, Swansea, West Brom and Hearts striker joins us this week to chat through the recent topics that have everyone talking as well as a discussion on his club career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The larger than life personality that is Jason Scotland joins us for an hilarious chat through his career with loads great stories on the teams he’s played with and the characters he’s shared a dressing room with.We go right through the Trinidad man’s time in football including his introduction to British football with Dundee United alongside mad characters like Charlie Miller and Andy McLaren, St Johnstone with Owen Coyle as well as Swansea and Wigan with Martinez.A couple of great Roy Keane stories in there also from his time at Ipswich! The big man also looks back on one of the most famous moments for Hamilton Accies as they defeated Hibs in the Premiership play-off to reach the top flight again under Alex Neill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us this week as Kevin Kyle and Paul Slane are back to chat through the current situation everyone is talking about at Easter Road, youths going abroad and the closing stages of the transfer window. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former centre-half Kelvin Wilson joins us to talk about his playing days with his boyhood club Nottingham Forest as well as his exciting time with Celtic during one of the club's most memorable periods including their famous win over Champions League elite, Barcelona.Kelvin is in top form as he speaks openly and honestly about the ups and downs throughout his career with added wit and insight into the different characters he's played with and under. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're delighted to be joined by Motherwell keeper and Northern Ireland Internationalist, Trevor Carson as we review the William Hill Scottish Cup action as well as the latest news in football.Trevor also speaks to us candidly about his career so far ranging from playing under Roy Keane at Sunderland, reaching two major cup finals in Scotland and a particular highlight sharing a dressing room with our very own Si Ferry! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Si sits down with former Rangers full back, Maurice Ross as he details the intense academy upbringing under the mentorship of hard taskmasters such as John Brown and Jan Wouters which led to him becoming a Rangers 1st team player.Once there, Maurice gives us an insight into the high demands within a Rangers squad which was littered with internationalists of the highest calibre as they went toe to toe with an equally strong Celtic team for domestic honours.They boys also chat about Maurice’s recent career as a coach and his aspirations in that field going forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the first show of 2019 and we're delighted to have a couple of fans' favourites back to kick us off as Paul Slane and Kevin Kyle join Si and Mark to review the comings and goings in the transfer market so far. Standard nonsense and chaos included of course... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our first sit down of the year is with Owen Coyle as he chats through his managerial career with Si which is not short of its talking points.Among many great stories, Owen also discusses his breakthrough with St Johnstone, turning Burnley from relegation candidates into a Premier League side, turning down his boyhood club Celtic, his dramatic move to Bolton Wanderers and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gordon Dalziel is back for our final KTBOTG of 2018! Topics today include a review of the weekend fixtures, Europa League, Mourinho sacking and we're back on our favourite subject of Christmas team nights out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Si Ferry sits down with Motherwell’s most recent goal scoring hero, Louis Moult as he tells us candidly about his difficult pathway to Fir Park as well as giving us a fantastic insight into his eventful 3 years at the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Kevin Kyle's own words, it's 45 minutes of carnage for you this week! Two of our most popular guests have been brought together for a hilarious edition of the podcast as we're talking all things Christmas Nights Out as the festive party season is now upon us. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Si Ferry sits down with 2 veterans of the media game as Chick Young & Hugh Keevins talk us through some of the hilarious, crucial and poignant moments of their careers which has seen them work through some of the biggest and most dramatic moments in Scottish Football history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Series regular Andy McLaren is back with us this week as the team look ahead to this weekend's League Cup Final as well as chatting about modern day players on social media and the recent unorthodox Managerial appointment at Republic of Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Great chat with Australian International and Hearts legend, Ryan McGowan as he candidly discusses his time with the Jambos from arriving in Edinburgh as a youth player to clinching one of the club’s most famous victories in the 5-1 defeat of Hibs in the Scottish Cup.He reflects humorously on the different managers, of which there were many, and players he encountered throughout his time at Tynecastle which included a few tumultuous moments as chaos behind the scenes crept in to effect the dressing room.There is also the topic of his proposed move to Rangers back in 2012 as he tells us how close he came to signing up for the Ibrox club.Ryan speaks to Si on his other great pride of playing for Australia in the 2014 World Cup as well as his short spell at Dundee United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the country's leading all time music journalists and big football fan, Billy Sloan is our special guest this week and this man has many a brilliant story to tell. Tales about Muhammed Ali, David Bowie, Pele, U2 and George Best to name but a few in this funny and fascinating insight from Billy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re delighted to welcome on one of the best left backs in the world at the moment with local boy, Andy Robertson joining Si for a chat about his incredible story which has led him to English giants, Liverpool.Andy gives a fantastic insight into his career to date with plenty of great stories about the characters and laughs he’s had along the way with the likes of Queens Park, Dundee United and Hull. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wigan forward, Josh Windass sits down with us this week for as honest a chat as you’ll get on his career to date including most recently his time Rangers.Josh discusses the excitement at signing for the Glasgow Giants and going on to play under an eventful era with Mark Warburton, Pedro Caixinha and Graeme Murty which weren’t without its talking points. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Motherwell and Celtic winger Paul Slane joins the podcast for an hilarious chat this week as we cover the recent topics in Scottish football and also discuss our guest's eventful career as a player both on and off the pitch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The newly appointed Patrick Thistle Manager sits down with us this this week as we go back to the start of his footballing career and chat right through his time with Newcastle, Hibs, Celtic and Wigan where he would also begin his management career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scottish broadcasting legend, Chick Young joins Mark and Si this week to look over the latest topics that have everyone talking in the world of football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another week with the boys discussing the latest topics in Scottish Football, this time accompanied by former Birmingham, Inverness and Ross County striker Andy Barrowman! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re having a chat with one of Scotland’s most prolific strikers in recent times, Derek Riordan as he gives us a rare insight into his early glory days at Hibs as he and a group of the country’s most promising young talent were taking Easter Road by storm.He also discusses his big move to Celtic and the difficulties that he faced while trying to become a regular in the team.Beyond that, Derek talks us through his 2nd spell at Hibs before making a surprise move to China where he tells us about the hilarious cultural differences that he had to get used to when moving over. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Si Ferry sits down with one of the most successful number 2s in the game as Archie Knox talks us through his long career which saw him partner Sir Alex Ferguson to trophy glory at both Aberdeen and Manchester United as well as assisting Walter Smith to Rangers' 9 in a row run in Scotland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of our favourtie 'Si Ferry Meets...' guests returns to Open Goal as he sits down with Simon and Mark to get a blether on the latest goings on in Scottish Football as well as chucking in an extra couple of brilliant stories from his career! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Si Ferry sits down with the most lethal striker in European football at the moment as Stephen Dobbie talks us through his career to date and all the characters he’s worked with over the years including Ian Holloway, Brendan Rodgers, Barry Ferguson and Neil Lennon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’ve got a big one for you this week as Si chats with former Everton and Manchester United Manager, David Moyes about his life and career as both a player and coach.In the exclusive candid interview with the Scotsman he openly discusses earning his stripes early in his career with Celtic as a player, getting his first opportunity in management, the highs and lows through his successful long spell at Everton as well talking us through his tenure at one of the biggest clubs in football, Man Utd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stalwart Scottish Football reporter, Hugh Keevins is our guest this week as the panel discuss Si Ferry's sit down with Davie Moyes and the current situation at Man Utd; Livingston's impact this season and the surprise layout of the league table as well as a discussion on both managerial situations at the Dundee clubs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Rangers and Raith Rovers striker Gordon Dalziel is our guest this week as the boys get a blether on the latest goings on in football including Celtic's plummet in form, best comebacks in the game as well a few good tales from Gordon's career back in the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Si Ferry sits down with Sky Sports News presenter, Jim White to discuss the highlights from his long and eventful career in the media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chief football writer of the Sunday Mail, Scott McDermott joins us this week to give us an insight into the media sides of both Steven Gerrard and Brendan Rodgers as things start to heat up for the Glasgow clubs. We also discuss magicians, team bonding activities, Europa League and Scotland Under 21s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Si sits down with one of Celtic’s most recent cult heroes, the technically gifted winger, Paddy McCourt. Great laughs in this one as Paddy recounts his unorthodox professional career which led his pathway to the club he always supported as a boy in Glasgow.From injuries derailing his start in British Football with Rochdale to making the most of the social life back Derry and eventually the dream come true of ending up at Celtic Park.Hilarious stories from inside the Celtic dressing room, team nights out and of course how he managed to develop as an important first team player after getting to grips with a new level of professional training! You’ll enjoy this one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re buzzing as this week we welcome back one of our favourite guests to have donned the hot seat, Ally McCoist! Ally returns to discuss his Scotland career with stories galore from his first cap to playing in various major tournaments with the country including Italia 90 and Euro 96.The former Rangers striker also touches upon his time coaching the national team alongside Walter Smith as they set the team on their way in a dramatic Euro 2008 qualifying group.And of course we couldn’t leave him without asking about his unconventional commentary techniques at this year’s World Cup alongside broadcasting stalwart Jon Champion! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Celtic, Dufermline and Partick Thistle forward, Simon Donnelly joins Si and Mark this week as the boys discuss all the fallout from the recent Celtic v Rangers game, the role of kicking in Scottish football, Alan Stubbs sacking at St Mirren as well as Sid's memories of coaching a young Andy Robertson at Dundee United after the Liverpool left back was named as Scotland Captain this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s another treat for us this week as Si Ferry speaks to Northern Ireland Manager, Michael O’Neill about his career as a player and how he rose through the ranks in management from part-time Brechin City to joining the top table of International football at the Euros in 2016.A really funny and genuine insight into the life and career of Now one of the top international managers in the game which you’re sure to enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are joined by former Celtic midfield dynamo, Stiliyan Petrov as he talks Si through his life at the club, from struggling early doors with a £6k phone bill he couldn’t pay off to becoming the heartbeat of a Celtic side that would go onto win numerous silverware and reach the Final of the UEFA Cup!Stan is fantastically reflective on his career as he provides many humorous insights into the characters and managers he played with who drove the club to such success during his time there.The Bulgarian also poignantly touches on his battle with illness a few years ago and the new found appreciation of life which he enjoys and how he uses his time to help raise awareness and funds for vital research in aiding those with the same illness in which he suffered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week the lads are joined by former St Johnstone striker Peter McDonald as they discuss the current controversial characters in Scottish Football, Mourinho meltdown and the Scotlands squad! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Si Ferry meets one of Scottish football’s most well-known characters, the ‘loveable mad man’ himself, Chic Charnley!Stories aplenty in this candid chat about Chic’s life and career from growing up in Possil to becoming a professional footballer with the likes of Patrick Thistle, Dundee and Hibs in a career that was lively both on and off the park! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Aberdeen, Dundee, Dundee United and St Mirren defender Lee Mair joins the lads this week as they discuss short managerial stints following Kenny Miller's departure from Livingston, Plastic Pitches, Guardiola & Mourinho's spat and the not so typical life after football for some. It's a cracker, don't miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week the boys are joined by former Hibs man, Davie Farrell as they discuss all the key talking points from the eventful affair at Tyencastle between Hearts and Celtic as well as chat about the role of player discipline and whether there's a new poisoned chalice in North London... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week the boys are joined by Andy McLaren as they review the opening weekend fixtures in Scotland, share tales of away day disasters following Hibs' travel issues last week as well as discuss whether the Community Shield format in England should be introduced to Scotland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s a tale of the two Simons this week as our own Mr Ferry sits down with his namesake to look back on his career as both a player and coach.Simon Donnelly discusses his early breakthrough with Celtic under Lou Macari during a difficult period for the club. This start kicked off an eventful career at Celtic which saw Sid play with a number of characters including the Three Amigos under Tommy Burns before eventually clinching a league title in 1998 to stop Rangers pursuit of 10 in a row.Simon also reflects on his time as assistant manager to Jackie McNamara at Patrick Thistle and Dundee Utd including the many ups and downs that come with football management. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keeping the Ball on the Ground is back for a new series as Simon & Mark are joined by award-winning sports journalist Hugh McDonald. The boys take a look ahead to the new season, discuss the latest transfer business and share a few pre-season stories of their own as the most dreaded time of year for players comes to a close. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.