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A quirky football show in which I, Dr. Grant Campbell, talk to people from the world of football and entertainment about their time in the game and ask them to share stories.

This podcast will host plenty of wild football predictions as well as interesting stories from a diverse range of guests within football such as grassroots, media and journalism, ex-professionals and football fans.

Contributions, shout outs and conversations encouraged!

"The Only Podcast where bad predictions are cancelled out by good craic"!

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Steven Mills is my latest guest on Campbell's Footballs. We'll chat about how he got into NI domestic football with Larne, Newry and Ballyclare as well as learn more about his relationship with Gary Haveron at Carrick Rangers and Glentoran. The jist of the show is learning more about Steven's involvement with NIFL so hope you enjoy what happens there.

Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

World Football Index writer Callum McFadden joins Grant for a bumper Campbell's Footballs episode.

It's the final countdown to an enthralling NIFL Season. The Irish Cup will be between Cliftonville and Linfield. How did the Reds secure a magnificent win over high flying Larne. How did Jim Magilton's side get it done? Why did it not happen for the Inver Men?

We turn to events at The Oval. Linfield exact revenge on Glentoran for December's hammering. How massive is Kyle McClean? Did Glentoran freeze in their "cup final"?

Who will win the Irish Cup 2023/24?

The Split is about to kick off with a lot of mouthwatering games and plenty on the line. Larne exact revenge on the Reds with a great win at Solitude. What did they do differently from the Irish Cup defeat? Are Tiernan Lynch's men favourites for back to back titles?

Linfield aren't going away. Another gritty win for Healy's men but do they still have deficiencies that can be exploited? How massive has Ethan McGee been?

We examine the split run in on both sides with the bottom half also discussed. Who will win the title? Secure 4th? Secure 7th? Go down? It's all discussed!

This show is dedicated to Barry Gray as he battles with cancer and has had to step away as manager as Newry City for the time being. Barry, we all wish you a speedy recovery here on Campbell's Footballs.

Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

It's the Irish Cup Semi Finals with Cliftonville, Larne, Glentoran and Linfield going head to head in 2 mouthwatering semi finals.

In this episode of the show, Grant chats to the sponsor of the Irish Cup, Clearer Water's Ross Lazaroo-Hood to discuss their involvement in the competition and get his thoughts on the two semi finals. In the second half of the show, BBC Sport NI journalist Mark Strange joins Grant to preview Glentoran v Linfield and Cliftonville v Larne in greater detail, highlighting key players on all four teams, providing a deep preview of both matches and giving their predictions on who will make the May showpiece at Windsor Park.

Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

These next couple of shows will be talking about fan engagement and experience of following football in Northern Ireland. For Part 2 Grant sits down with YouTube sensation Blair McNally to review the NIFL League Cup Final between Portadown and Linfield as well as discuss Blair's journey across a range of ROI and Scottish Clubs. Featuring a guest appearance from Aurora Borealis!

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These next couple of shows will be talking about fan engagement and experience of following football in Northern Ireland. For Part 1, Grant sits down with ULNK CEO Simon Steele to talk about entrepreneurship, following football in NI, playing alongside Elliott Morris and Jamie Mulgrew plus much more.

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It's David Healy's Linfield who will be taking on Niall Currie's Portadown on Mothers Day Sunday at Windsor Park and who better to have on the show than a man who has been involved in some form at both clubs. Matthew Tipton, former manager at the Ports and player at the Blues, joins me to preview the 2024 Northern Irish League Cup Final. We examine both team's run to the final and assess where the final will be won or lost. We also give our predictions for the final too.

Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

This latest episode of the show is all about the current Premier Intermediate League leaders Limavady United and Paul Owens sits down with Grant to discuss the season so far as well as other Northern Irish League memories from his time at Coleraine. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

Gareth McCullough is a journalist and media enthusiast who has done a range of things across the footballing game in Northern Ireland. In this episode of the show, Grant sits down with Gareth to discuss his time following his beloved Newry City as well as how he got into journalism and media. There are plenty of fabulous stories including relationships with Darren Mullen and interviewing Petr Cech.Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope

Northern Irish Football legend Gerry Flynn has had a remarkable career encompassing a host of clubs including Cliftonville, Coleraine and Hull City. On the show, he sits down to chat with Grant about his time in the game as well as discuss his latest ventures in the league with the 2023 champions Larne. Many greatc stories and memories are shared as Gerry lifts the lid on a distinguished career which is nowhere near done yet!

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Jamie Robinson has done a lot so far in his refereeing career so far. Officiating since the age of 13, he has had the opportunity to manage the Mid Ulster Cup and Co. Antrim Shield Finals. He has also stood next to Pep Guardiola on the touchline and does a lot outside of football with his flags-related businesses.#

In this episode, Jamie speaks to Grant about his time refereeing so far and highlights plans for refereeing in Northern Ireland long term.

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Ballymacash Rangers have been one of the stories of recent NI domestic football. On this special episode of the show, Grant sits down with manager Lee Forsythe to discuss their incredible rise so far and it's plans for the future.

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In this second episode of the new series, Grant speaks to journalist Lewis Bennett about the Championship in Northern Ireland as an incredible second half of the season is set in store.

Every club is discussed from Ards to Portadown as well as a discussion on an exciting Premiership Intermediate League title race also!!

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Happy New Year! After a hiatus, Campbell's Footballs is back for a new series and on this episode of the show, Grant is back with his old comrade Steven Crawford of the Belfast Live to discuss the 5th round of the Irish Cup for 2024. Can Crusaders kick off their defence with a win over Ards? Who could be in for a surprise? And who ultimately wins it? The views of the guys on the show plus a predictions discussion connected to the Irish Premiership as an intense second half of the season is on the cards.

Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

In September 2023, The Northern Irish Football League introduced it's strategy for the next five years up until 2028. In it contains information about protecting club's heritage, improving the professionalism of the league, restructuring competitions and much more.

In this special episode of Campbell's Footballs, the CEO of NIFL Gerard Lawlor chats with Grant about the current landscape of football in NI before tackling the strategy and discussing the plans for the future.

Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

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The Ferguson name is synonymous with Northern Irish League Football. In this episode of the show, Grant sits down with Glenn "Spike" Ferguson and his son Matthew to discuss their playing careers in the Irish League. We discuss Glenn's playing days at Linfield and chat about comparisons and differences Matthew has had at Harland and Wolff Welders so far. We chat about many other talking points including support of managers and teammates, being involved in big matches and how the game has changed from the 1990s to today.With music from Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

Crusaders Football Club have an unbelievable love affair with the Irish Cup. In 2023, they successfully defended their trophy after a brilliant win over Ballymena United, a side they defeated in the same competition 12 months previously. On this episode of the show Paul Heatley chats with Grant to reminisce about the club's run to both cup successes.

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Levi Ives has had an unbelievable Irish League career. He's been a constantly regular for Cliftonville and has had League Cup and County Antrim Shield success. In this episode of the show, Grant sits down with Levi to discuss early days at Torquay, working with Gerard Lyttle and Paddy McLaughlin as well as playing alongside Marty Donnelly, Conor Devlin and Joe Gormley. We also discuss Larne and his visions for the 2023-24 Northern Irish season.

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David Cushley is an Irish League phenomenon. If he's not scoring 30 yard scorchers he's winning Cups, County Antrim Shields and League titles. In this episode of the show, I chat to David about his career so far which has spanned Ballymena United, Lisburn Distillery, Crusaders and his current spell at Carrick Rangers.

We discuss working under Tommy Wright, Glenn Ferguson and Stephen Baxter as well as playing alongside Sean O'Neill and Colin Coates.

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The 2022-23 season was an outstanding and historical one for Loughgall FC. In this episode of the show, Grant sits down with Berratt Turker, Caolan Loughran and Mark Carson to review the campaign and look ahead to a return to the Premiership for the 2023-24 season.

Intro: 'Rumour of a Good Life' by Toby Johnson

Outro: 'Dangerous Night' by Rory Hope

The 2022-23 season was an incredible one for Bangor FC. Not only did they win the Steel and Sons Cup for the fourth time in the club's history, they also won the Premiership Intermediate League to make a return to the Championship. In this first episode of a brand new series, Grant sits down with three of Bangor's heroes from the season - Seanna Foster, Reece Neale and Michael Halliday - to discuss the highs of an unbelievable season. Music: Intro - Toby Johnson ('Rumour of a Good Life') Outro - Rory Hope ('Dangerous Night')Instagram - statog91Twitter - @CamFootballs

The Good Craic returns - Summer 2023.

In this episode, Oisin Langan and Loughgall FC manager Dean Smith join me to discuss the business end of the Irish Premiership and Championship seasons as we chat the split!

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In a special episode of Campbells Footballs, I am joined by Scottish Women's Football expert John Bleasdale as the two of jointly speak to Glasgow City striker Kerry Beattie. Kerry has recently made the transition from Glentoran Women in the Northern Ireland Football League to Glasgow City in the Scottish Women's Professional League. We discuss the transition from part time to full time football and also chat about working with Eileen Gleeson so far. We chat about Kerry's previous times at the Glens, winning trophies and league titles, playing in Europe against Servette and breaking into the Northern Ireland international setup. We chat about Kenny Shiels, qualifying for the European Championship finals this summer and World Cup qualifying so far.

An insightful interview with one of Northern Ireland's up and coming top talents.

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Glenavon captain James Singleton is my latest guest on the podcast. We discuss the Lurgan Blues season so far, how starlets Peter Campbell and Matthew Fitzpatrick are pulling up trees and chat about life at Mourenview Park. James is a massive Chelsea fan so we discuss the influence of players such as Ashley Cole and Frank Lampard have had on his own career. James was part of two Irish Cup winning sides and we chat about those memories and working with current manager Gary Hamilton. We finish up by discuss former and current team mates, karaoke singing with Sean Ward and battles with Gavin Whyte.

Steven Crawford is welcomed back onto the show to discuss a quite extraordinary weekend of Irish League football.

The Irish Cup semi finalists are confirmed...or are they?

Why did Glentoran fall foul of the Comet system?

Ballymena through to a third semi final in a row - where does this leave Larne and Tiernan Lynch?

The Reds quest for a treble is still on but did they use up all their luck?

Crusaders come from behind to beat Dungannon Swifts to set up a Belfast derby in the semi finals - can they get back to the final?

We also discuss Linfield going back top, the continued success story of Annagh United and build up to the first ever Sunday League Cup final between Coleraine and Cliftonville this weekend.

Simone Magill is my latest guest on the podcast as we discuss her time in football so far and chat about an amazing last year for Northern Ireland's women. We discuss starting out in Northern Ireland before moving across to England to play for Everton Women. We also chat about mixing education with football and her time playing for the Toffees. We reflect on Northern Ireland's excellent campaign under Kenny Shiels so far and discuss that famous ties against Ukraine to qualify for the European Championships this summer.

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Ballymena defender Conor Keeley is my latest guest on the podcast. We discuss the season so far at Ballymena United, working alongisde David Jeffrey and playing alongside teammates Caolan Loughran and Ross Redman. We chat about Conor's time in League of Ireland with Shelbourne and Cabinteely and we chat about aspirations for the second half of the season with the Sky Blues.

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It's a very busy 2022 ahead for Northern Ireland's Women as the take part in their first ever European Championship finals in England. Rachel Furness joins me for a special episode of the show as we look back on that momentous accomplishment. We also discuss Rachel's career and her love of Newcastle. We chat about current times at Liverpool FC Women and her experiences of playing under Kenny Shiels. We also chat about that famous tie against Ukraine and look ahead to the European Championships this summer.

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Carrick Rangers' Stewart Nixon joins us on this week's episode to discuss his time in the Irish League so far. We discuss early days under Ballymena United and Clifford Adams before hearing more about Stewart's time at Ballyclare, the intermediate league and his first spell at Carrick Rangers under Niall Currie. We discuss European ventures with Oran Kearney at Coleraine and teaming up with players such as Josh Carson and James McGlaughlin. We finish the show by talking about life under Stuart King, mental health and much more.

This week's show has no intro or outro due to COVID-19 circumstances and this will be sorted for future shows.

Darren Mullen, Richard Clarke, and Darren Potts join me to preview their respective sides in this upcoming weekend of matches in the Irish Cup last 16. I'll also give you my predictions on how I feel all the games will go.

Dundela manager Niall Currie joins me on the show to discuss his time back in management and life in the Championship so far. We discuss his recent run so far and the upcoming double header against Newry City. We also review the weekend's action and Niall answers your questions!

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After a long absence, Ryan McConville and I are reunited to discuss all the goings on in Northern Ireland football.

We discuss Ryan's continued role at Larne and his other project at Warrenpoint U20s before we go onto discuss the successful Co. Antrim Shield defence for Larne as they won against Linfield. Arguably though, was it a better week for Dungannon Swifts who under Dean Shiels' picked up six valuable points in their battle for survival at Warrenpoint and at Inver Park? We discuss how Linfield bounced back from that Seaview loss with a big win at home to Ballymena United before talking about Crusaders narrow win at Milltown and Glenavon's amazing injury time fightback at Carrick Rangers. We also try to work out why it's not going right at Coleraine, it's no wins in seven for the Bannsiders.

The Championship is discussed too. Is it game back on after Newry's somewhat unexpected loss at home to H&W Welders? The battle at the bottom is intensifying too with Queens University, Dundela and Insititute all recording wins too. We chat about whose in a bit of danger and who can make a fight of things further up.

Fantasy Football and Predictions are also discussed.

RECORDED 16.1.2022 ahead of Cliftonville v Glentoran game on 17.1.2022. That game will be discussed on the next show.

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Irish League football referee Andrew Davey joins me on the show to talk about life officiating in the Northern Irish League, his role at the IFA and other career moments so far.

Lauren McCann joins me on the show to review the Irish Cup action, build up to the Women's Premiership season recommencing and predict the upcoming matches in the Premiership and Championship.

In the final build up show to the first round of the Irish Cup, Irish League football's encyclopaedia Josh Bunting joins me to preview the games in the last 32 of Northern Ireland's biggest cup competition. We quickly review last season's streamlined competition and our favourite memories of the Cup before we preview each of the first round matches including Glenavon against Crusaders, the Mourne Ultimatum between Newry City and Warrenpoint Town and assess how Islandmagee, Oxford Sunnyside and Windmill Stars will get on against Premiership opposition.

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In Part 2 of our Irish Cup preview shows, I chat to contacts from Islandmagee and Newington ahead of their ties with Cliftonville and Queens University. In part 1, I chat to Islandmagee player Paul Thompson as he looks ahead to battling it out with former teammate Jonny Addis at Solitude and in Part 2 I chat with Newington assistant manager Thomas Duffy about his side's excellent season so far including success in the Steel and Sons Cup. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope music.

Oxford Sunnyside and Windmill Stars are into the fifth round of the Irish Cup for the first time and in this episode of the show I chat to connections of both clubs to learn a bit more about their journeys and the prospects of taking on Linfield and Coleraine in this year's tournament. Part 1 is with Windmill Stars chairman Jeff a.k.a. Keith McCrink and Part 2 is with Richey and Brian McGhee who are both involved as part of the committee at Oxford Sunnyside. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

THOUGHTS AS RECORDED ON 30TH DECEMBER 2021

We have reached the halfway point in the Northern Irish Premiership season and on this episode of the show, I chat to football journalist and reporter Mark McIntosh to dissect each side's performances this campaign. We discuss an enthralling title race, who frustrates us, whose in the battle for Europe and who is in trouble down at the bottom. We also discuss my HT Team of the Season so far. We finish the show by discussing Mark's Irish League equivalent of the Scottish comedy series Still Game which we both enjoy watching in our spare times.

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Glentoran defender and Irish League legend Marcus Kane joins me for the final episode of Campbell's Footballs for 2021. We discuss early days at Linfield before moving onto Carrick Rangers and Marcus's experiences playing for the Amber Army. We then discuss the time so far at the Glens including three Irish Cup crowns under Eddie Patterson and Mick McDermott as well as teaming up with players such as Colin Nixon, Patrick McClean and Elliott Morris. We also discuss playing during the COVID 19 pandemic and chat about life after football. I'm association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Cliftonville legend Ryan Catney joins me for the latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. On the show we discuss starting out at Reading and early coaching under Brendan Rodgers. We then discuss life in the Irish League at Distillery before moving onto Cliftonville where he spent the majority of his career. Stories involving Tommy Breslin, Barry Johnston and George McMullan all feature as well as that champions League double header against Celtic. We also discuss the evolvement of the Irish League and his memories including questions by fellow teammates and fans. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

It's a Northern Ireland review of 2021 for this episode of Campbell's Footballs and joining me to review NI Men's and Women's sides this year is the host of The Spirit of 2016 Northern Ireland Football podcast Andy Bell to discuss all the goings on. We chat also about Andy's love of Liverpool and his hopes and fears for 2022.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Coleraine midfielder Stevie Lowry is my latest guest on the Campbell's Footballs podcast. We chat about Stevie's early years alongside his brother Philip and discuss the friendly, competitive rivalries the guys have over their current careers to date. We discuss Stevie's early period at Limavady before finding out how an early meeting with Oran Kearney inspired his own development as a player. We then hear about Stephen's move to the Bannsiders before a moment to join Linfield arose in the mid 2010s. We hear more about Stephen's time with players such as Matthew Clarke, Jamie Mulgrew and Andy Waterworth as well as hear more about David Healy's training methods and ruthless management. We also find out about Stephen's memories of lifting the Gibson Cup and Irish Cup with the Blues, winning the League Cup against his brother's team Crusaders in 2020, European ventures in Maribor and against Motherwell and also hear some questions by teammates as well.

Plenty to tune in for., In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Steven Crawford joins me for a long overdue catch-up as we review the recent action in the Northern Irish Football Leagues

Glentoran 3-0 Dungannon - Glens resurrecting the slide, Jay Donnelly's excellent form, Dungannon having a harsh time of things?

Portadown 2-2 Larne - points dropped for both sides, McDaid shows fighting spirit with late equaliser, Barr and Salley appreciation

Ballymena 2-0 Crusaders - Sky Blues on an upward path? What happened to Crusaders?

Glenavon 0-3 Linfield - Blues win in third gear? What is going on at Mourneview?

Coleraine 0-0 Cliftonville - better point for Reds? Where are Coleraine at?

Carrick 1-2 Warrenpoint - massive win for Point - relief for Barry Gray? How disappointed will Carrick be?

Championship review - Newry top, Annagh flying, battle at the bottom tightening up

Intermediate League , Steel and Sons Cup plus Cup Competitions review to date

Predictions for weekends games

Fantasy Football

Your questions answered.

Recorded Monday 29th November before Tuesday midweek games and before call off between Coleraine and Glentoran due to NI COVID case policy

Irish League legendary defender Jim Ervin is my latest guest on the podcast. We discuss Jim's route into the game including his love of Glasgow Rangers and his early trials at Nottingham Forest. We then chat about Jim's time at Linfield, working under David Jeffrey, teammates and continued success over ten years at the Blues. We then focus on Jim's movement to Ballymena United to team up with Jeffrey again and again discuss some of the memories being at the Sky Blues. Jim is one of Stuart King's signings at Carrick Rangers so in the final part, as well as early on, we chat about Jim's relationship with Stuart, the season so far at Carrick and much more.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Annagh United manager Ciaran McGurgan is my latest guest for this episode of Campbell's Footballs. We discuss life in the NIFL Championship with Ciaran and the Premiership Intermediate League champions, taking on Linfield in the Irish Cup during the height of the pandemic and the season so far. We also chat about the club and it's activities on and off the pitch. An insight into another Championship club.

For my latest podcast I am joined by Dungannon Swifts League Cup winning hero Ryan Mayse. On the show we discuss Ryan's time at Ballnamallard under Whitey Anderson and his relationship with players such as Adam Lecky. We then discuss Ryan's move to the Swift's, his relationship with Rodney McAree and what it was like to score two goals in a cup final. We then move onto chat about Ryan's time at Ballymena, battling for a league title and what David Jeffrey was really like as a manager. Stories surrounding Jude Winchester, Westlife tickets, Faroe Islands and Seanan Clucas all feature in this excellent episode of the show. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

The 1:1 interviews are back and for this latest episode I am joined by Glentoran goalkeeping coach and legend of the Oval Elliott Morris. We discuss the season so far as well as early days being on trial at West Bromwich Albion. Elliott has played under some top managers and players so on the show we discuss his relationship with Marcus Kane, Colin Nixon, Roy Coyle and current manager Mick McDermott. We also chat about life as a goalkeeper and discuss the potential for a recent full time team in NI aspiring to reach the European group stages. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this special episode of Campbell's Footballs, I am joined by Sports producer and presenter Andrew Slaven. On the show we discuss:

the Totally Scottish Football Show
Working with JJ Bull, Laura Brannan, Iain Mackintosh and his meetings with Jake Humphrey and James Richardson
The Scotland National Team, Steve Clarke, Gilmour and more
National League - working with the team and life in England's 5th tier.
Queen of the South and other Scottish football chat so far from this season

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Campbell's Footballs is proud to present an alternative look into all things Northern Irish football for the 2021-22 season. For this episode , I am joined once again by Lauren McCann

On the show we discuss:

Reviewing the Northern Ireland Men's side's disappointing results in Bulgaria and Switzerland.
Previewing the Austria and England Women's Northern Ireland matches
Irish League Cup Review and administration issues.
Irish Premiership Review including battle of the woodwork at Coleraine and Crues winning at Ballymena
Championship Review including Ards going top, Ballyclare hanging on to the coattails of the top two.
Predictions and Preview of Premiership and Championship for next two weeks.
Fantasy Football and more.

Clifford Adams

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The Irish Football Show with Steven Crawford

✅ Reds and Blues Friday night cracker

✅ Are Linfield missing Mulgrew?

✅ How far away from challenging are Cliftonville?

✅ How good a job is Stuart King doing at Carrick?

✅ Poor game management and decision making from Ballymena?

✅ Larne back on form - Lynch at the double.

✅ Free scoring Dungannon but porous at the back

✅ Portadown's first win of the season - is that Tipton's men up and running?

✅ A tough few weeks ahead for Warrenpoint - can Gray get them out of trouble?

✅ Glentoran beat Lurgan Blues - Plum appreciation, Glenavon shooting themselves in the foot, balance issues across both teams.

✅ Coleraine masterclass at Seaview, Is McKendry the next man to make it across the water? Brown, Lowry, Bradley appreciation, blip for Crusaders?

✅ Predictions and Fantasy Football Chat

Also:

✅ First win for Dundela and Niall Currie

✅ Northern Ireland preview ahead of Switzerland and Bulgaria

✅ The ever tight Championship race.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music

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The Irish Football Show with Ryan McConville

✅ Glentoran Women defend NIFL Women's Premiership

✅ The continued increase of the Women's game in NI

✅ What's happening to Glentoran under Mick McDermott?

✅ Are Linfield up and running after their Big Two Derby win?

✅ A crazy week for Dungannon

✅ Ballymena's comeback win

✅ Larne back on the horse - Glenavon's goals drying up? THAT Gold and Black kit.

✅ Carrick continue to impress - Coleraine back at home but continuing their winning form

✅ Cliftonville still going strong - is Linfield on Friday night their biggest test?

✅ The bonkers Irish Championship continues

✅ Fantasy Football Chat

✅ Predictions

Also:

✅ Who does Ryan refer to as the Irish League's Jurgen Klopp?

✅ Who have I harshly transferred out of my fantasy team?

✅ An appreciation for Ashley Hutton and Niall Currie.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music

For this latest episode of the podcast Ards midfielder Kym Nelson joins me on the show to discuss his time in football so far. We discuss his love of Steven Gerrard as well as talk about starting out at Glentoran including a memorable derby win against Linfield. We chat about working alongside Eddie Patterson, Gerard Lyttle, Colin Nixon and Warren Feeney as well as the current regime at Ards under John Baillie.

In this episode of the show, I am joined by the new Ayr United winger Daire O'Connor. Daire has played in the League Of Ireland. Northern Irish League and has just joined the Scottish Championship side from Cliftonville. On the show we discuss how Daire is settling into life at the Somerset Park side, life at UCD and Cork City in LOI and Cliftonville in Northern Ireland. We discuss his experiences of working with Paddy McClaughlin, being scouted by Mick McCarthy and his best memories of playing the game so far.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Campbell's Footballs is proud to present an alternative look into all things Northern Irish football for the 2021-22 season. For this episode , I am joined once again by Lauren McCann

On the show we discuss:

Northern Ireland's victory over Luxembourg at Inver Park
Dungannon 1-3 Cliftonville - Joe Gormley - the Cabarnet of the Irish League, goalkeeping errors and are the Reds the real deal?
Warrenpoint 0-3 Glentoran - Jay Donnelly's hat-trick - is he maturing as a player?
Linfield 1-1 Coleraine - McKendry influence for Kearney, not quite clicking for the Blues yet?
Crusaders 1-0 Larne - a spicy game at Seaview, was it a penalty for Larne? Dismal defending on the Lecky winner. Similar to the Battle at the Bridge in 2016?
Carrick 1-0 Portadown - how good is Stuart King doing at Carrick? Dismal penalty concession for Portadown. Similar issues to Burnley in the Premier League?
Ballymena 1-1 Glenavon - better point for Sky Blues than Lurgan Blues, will the real Glenavon please stand up?
Championship Review - Newry and Ards lose, top six separated by 4 points, could the bottom two or three quickly get cut adrift?
Intermediate Round up, predictions and thoughts on weekends games
NIFL Fantasy Premier League thoughts plus your questions answered!
Daire O'Connor taster

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Ballyclare Comrades manager Paul Harbinson joins me for a special episode of the Campbell's Footballs podcast.

We discuss:

The season so far for Comrades in the Championship.
The securing of Chris Ramsay and Howard Beverland.
Upcoming matches against Linfield and Newry City,
Paul's playing days
Working under Ronnie McFall, David Jeffrey and Bryan McGloughlin
Managing players such as David Cushley, Matthew Shevlin and Leroy Millar.
Aspirations for the season ahead

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Campbell's Footballs is proud to present an alternative look into all things Northern Irish football for the 2021-22 season. For this episode , I am joined by Belfast News Letter journalist Steven Crawford

On the show we discuss:

Carrick's stunning 4-0 win at Glenavon, Lee McNulty injury, Corey McMullan's screamer. What happened to the Lurgan Blues? A freak result or more issues than meets the eye?
Glentoran 4-1 Ballymena - McMenamin and Donnelly - the Irish League's Son and Kane? Early worries for Ballymena?
Dungannon 0-5 Coleraine - 5 different scorers, Shevlin on fire, Kane and Traynor - the Irish League's TAA and Robertson?
Portadown 2-3 Linfield - Manzinga double again, Green off the mark, Ports lose again but reasons to be optimistic? Bonis off the mark, Croskery starting well.
Paul Harbinson taster ahead of the Friday special!
Crusaders 1-1 Cliftonville - Kearns late equaliser, Forsythe opener.
Larne 3-0 Warrenpoint - professional home performance from the Inver Men. Lee Lynch appreciation
Championship Review - Nixon out, Currie In, Newry 100% record gone, Loughgall win 6-1 at Knockbreda
Women's Premiership - Glens hit 9 against Blues, Reds beat Crues, Sion in battle for 3rd.
NIFL Fantasy Premier League thoughts plus your questions answered!

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Campbell's Footballs is proud to present an alternative look into all things Northern Irish football for the 2021-22 season. For this episode , I am joined by Women's Academy Director, Ryan McConville.

On the show we discuss:

Ryan's journey since leaving Forfar Farmington in Scotland.
Sion Swifts and moving onto Larne
NIFL Women's Premiership - Cliftonville and Glentoran battle for the title continues.
Premiership Review - Larne and Reds 100% record continues, Coleraine's first win, Glenavon hit six at Milltown
Championship Review - Newry 100% record remains at the top, Welders win at Mallards
Predictions ahead of weekend's games
Northern Ireland review of Estonia and Lithuania
NIFL Fantasy Premier League and more!

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Campbell's Footballs is proud to present an alternative look into all things Northern Irish football for the 2021-22 season. For this episode , I am joined by the woman who puts the Queen in Queen's University Belfast Lauren McCann.

On the show we discuss:

Lauren's own goalscoring for Carnmoney Ladies
My Stat from Friday night's Larne v Coleraine game ft. @NIStats
Premiership Review - Larne, Blues and Glens win, Reds see off stubborn Carrick, Point beat Ballymena from behind, Lurgan Derby Injury Time Drama
Championship Review - Newry win top of the table clash, first win of the season for Institute
Intermediate League overview + NIFL Women's Premiership results and fixtures
Predictions ahead of weekend's games and Tuesday night matches
Northern Ireland in Lithuania, Estonia and at home to Switzerland
NIFL Fantasy Premier League and more!

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

WARNING - sound issues at intermittent stages throughout.

It's a trip into the Northern Irish Premier Intermediate League for this latest episode of the Campbell's Footballs podcast. On the show, I am joined by Bangor FC chairman Graham Bailie to discuss life at the club, his love of Chelsea FC, the state of NI football and aspirations for Bangor in the next few years ahead. We also discuss Bangor's upcoming tie with defending champions Coleraine in the Irish League Cup.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In a special podcast, I team up again with previous guest Stuart Mitchell to preview the new 2021-22 Scottish Women's Premier League season. We review the last campaign and discuss Glasgow City's triumph to yet another title as well as all the other teams in the league. We preview the new season and look at who can challenge Glasgow City for the title, who can cause a surprise, the new promoted sides and the sad folding up of Forfar Farmington.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

As we build up to the 2021-22 Irish League season, Belfast News Letter journalist Steven Crawford joins me to discuss the new season in the Premiership and the Championship. We assess last season, Irish League sides in Europe and offer our predictions ahead of the new season.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

As we build up to the 2021-22 Irish League season, I am chatting to a range of players and connections to preview the new season. In this episode I chat to Warrenpoint Town manager Barry Gray to discuss the last campaign at Milltown, managing during the global pandemic, beating Linfield and Crusaders, new additions and more.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

As we build up to the 2021-22 Irish League season, I am chatting to a range of players and connections to preview the new season. In this episode I chat to Portadown centre half Paddy McNally to discuss the last campaign at Shamrock Park, battling injury, Matthew Tipton and much more as well as Paddy's aspirations for the new season.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

As we build up to the 2021-22 Irish League season, I am chatting to a range of players and connections to preview the new season. In this episode I chat to Glentoran winger wizard Conor McMenamin to discuss the last campaign at Cliftonville and Glentoran and his aspirations for the new season.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

As we build up to the 2021-22 Irish League season, I am chatting to a range of players and connections to preview the new season. In this episode I chat to Glenavon full back and Irish League serial winning defender Sean Ward to discuss the last campaign with the Lurgan Blues and aspirations for the new season.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Over the next few shows, Campbell's Footballs will be bringing to you a Scottish Football Preview of the 2021-22 season.

In the final part of our mini series, I am joined by Dylan MacDonald and Ross Gray from fellow podcast talkinglowerleague to discuss all things in the Scottish Championship, League One and League Two heading into the 2021-22 season. We give our predictions on who will do well, who might struggle and our players to watch throughout the campaign. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Intro: Rumour of a Good Life - Toby Johnson

Break in between Part 1 and Part 2 - Why by Toby Johnson

Closing Credits - Dangerous Night by Rory Hope

Over the next few shows, Campbell's Footballs will be bringing to you a Scottish Football Preview of the 2021-22 season. On this episode, and like all other shows in this series, we'll be chatting to contacts of each of the twelve top flight clubs in Scotland as well as brining to you a bumper preview special of the Championship, League One and League Two with our friends from talkingbaws Lower League.

In Part 6 of our mini series, I am joined by St Johnstone FC commentator Stephen Watt and St Mirren fan and Pie and Bovril website and social media site owner Dave MacDonald to discuss the fortunes of both the Perth and Paisley sides last season and predict who to keep on this time around. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Intro: Rumour of a Good Life - Toby Johnson

Break in between Part 1 and Part 2 - Why by Toby Johnson

Closing Credits - Dangerous Night by Rory Hope

Over the next few shows, Campbell's Footballs will be bringing to you a Scottish Football Preview of the 2021-22 season. On this episode, and like all other shows in this series, we'll be chatting to contacts of each of the twelve top flight clubs in Scotland as well as brining to you a bumper preview special of the Championship, League One and League Two with our friends from talkingbaws Lower League. In Part 5 of our mini series, I am joined by Aberdeen fan and football writer Benjy Palmer and by the SLO at Ross County Kenny McLennnan to discuss the fortunes of both north sides last season and predict who to keep on this time around. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music. Intro: Rumour of a Good Life - Toby Johnson Break in between Part 1 and Part 2 - Why by Toby Johnson Closing Credits - Dangerous Night by Rory Hope

Over the next few shows, Campbell's Footballs will be bringing to you a Scottish Football Preview of the 2021-22 season.

On this episode, and like all other shows in this series, we'll be chatting to contacts of each of the twelve top flight clubs in Scotland as well as brining to you a bumper preview special of the Championship, League One and League Two with our friends from talkingbaws Lower League.

In Part 4 of our mini series, I am joined by Rangers fan and editor of This Is Ibrox Tommy McIntyre and Colin Watt from the award-winning A Celtic State of Mind podcast to discuss all things Celtic.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Intro: Rumour of a Good Life - Toby Johnson

Break in between Part 1 and Part 2 - Why by Toby Johnson

Closing Credits - Dangerous Night by Rory Hope

Over the next few shows, Campbell's Footballs will be bringing to you a Scottish Football Preview of the 2021-22 season.

On this episode, and like all other shows in this series, we'll be chatting to contacts of each of the twelve top flight clubs in Scotland as well as brining to you a bumper preview special of the Championship, League One and League Two with our friends from talkingbaws Lower League.

In Part 3 of our mini series, I am joined by Hearts fan Scott McIntosh who is known as Amoruso Lets It Run on Twitter and Hibs Talk Podcast host Gavin Wilson to discuss the fortunes of both Edinburgh sides last season and predict who to keep on this time around.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Intro: Rumour of a Good Life - Toby Johnson

Break in between Part 1 and Part 2 - Why by Toby Johnson

Closing Credits - Dangerous Night by Rory Hope

Over the next few shows, Campbell's Footballs will be bringing to you a Scottish Football Preview of the 2021-22 season.

On this episode, and like all other shows in this series, we'll be chatting to contacts of each of the twelve top flight clubs in Scotland s well as brining to you a bumper preview special of the Championship, League One and League Two with our friends from talkingbaws Lower League.

In Part 2 of our mini series, I am joined by reporter David Smith to discuss the fortunes of both Dundee clubs last season and predict who to keep on this time around.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Intro: Rumour of a Good Life - Toby Johnson

Break in between Part 1 and Part 2 - Why by Toby Johnson

Closing Credits - Dangerous Night by Rory Hope

Over the next few shows, Campbell's Footballs will be bringing to you a Scottish Football Preview of the 2021-22 season. On this episode, and like all other shows in this series, we'll be chatting to contacts of each of the twelve top flight clubs in Scotland as well as bringing to you a bumper preview special of the Scottish Championship and Leagues One and Two with our friends from the talkingbaws Lower League Podcast.

In Part 1 of our mini series, I am joined by Euan Rankine from the 'Official Talk Livi' Podcast and Stephen Reside, a vlogger of 'A Different View' on YouTube. Both Euan and Stephen will assess how Livingston and Motherwell faired last season in the 2020-21 campaign and discuss who to keep an eye on for the season ahead. We also discuss cup chances, new arrivals, the return of fans and much more.

In association with music from Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

Intro: 'Rumour of a Good Life' - Toby Johnson

Break in between Part 1 and Part 2 - 'Why' by Toby Johnson

Closing Credits - 'Dangerous Night' by Rory Hope

New Carrick Rangers manager Stuart King joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. On the podcast, we discuss Stuart's playing days at Preston, Ross County and Queen of the South before sharing his memories from his time playing in the Irish League, notably at Linfield and Larne. We finish up by discussing starting out in management at Banbridge Town before assessing his targets for Carrick Rangers this season and some of his new signings.

Ballymena United midfielder Josh Kelly joins me for this latest instalment of good craic on Campbell's Footballs. We discuss Ballymena's 2020-21 season and what is the aspirations going into the new campaign. We also chat about Josh's journey in the game including starting out in the MILK Cup and his love of Newcastle United. His relationship with Colin Nixon and Warren Feeney at Ards is discussed and talked about and also how he has adapted to life at the Ballymena Showgrounds including working under David Jeffrey, European ventures and taking on the big boys.

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For this episode of the podcast, I am joined by Elgin City's newest recruit Daniel Hoban. The young goalkeeper has had an incredible journey so far in the game and on the show we discuss starting life at Inverness CT before being loaned out to a range of Highland League Clubs such as Fort William, Strathspey Thistle and Brora Rangers. Daniel has had two spells at Forfar and Elgin and on the podcast we discuss playing for the Borough Briggs side as well as life at Station Park. 2020-21 was a big season for Daniel and we talk about being penalty shootout king in matches against Brora and Edinburgh City. Finally, we chat about aspirations for the new season, teaming up with Gavin Price and the upcoming Premier Sports League Cup group stage matches.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Larne midfielder Lee Lynch is the latest guest to join me on Campbell's Footballs. We discuss Lee's early days at West Bromwich Albion before joining up with Glenn Hoddle's academy at Jerez Industrial. We hear more about Lee's time playing for a range of clubs in the League of Ireland as we find out more about his time at Limerick, Drogheda and Sligo Rovers and his experiences of being managed by Gerard Lyttle and Tiernan Lynch. We discuss Lee's time in the States with Arizona before finishing our discussion about current life at Larne. There is plenty of chat about the 20-21' season and about life at Inver Park so far too with mentions about Europe, League battles and more discussed aplenty. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Episode 2 of the new series sees me chat to Kieran Burke from the Between The Stripes podcast to chat about all things League of Ireland. We discuss how Kieran got into the game into the first place as well as discuss some of the stars of the League of Ireland he's interviewed including Jim Magilton and others. We discuss the season so far and go through all the teams in the Premier division, highlighting players to keep an eye on. We also discuss League One and chat about the title race there. We finish up by predicting the football matches for this weekend (2nd July and 3rd July 2021).

In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music.

Welcome back to a brand new series of Campbell's Footballs. For the first episode of Series 5, I am joined by Crusaders' newest signing Johnny McMurray to discuss his time in the Irish League. We discuss starting out at Cliftonville before moving onto his first stint at Larne FC where a top quality ponytail grabs the headlines! We also discuss Johnny's time at Warrenpoint Town and Ballymena United and lift the lid on what life was like at Larne during the times of Kenny Bruce and Tiernan Lynch. We talk about striker relationships with Marty Murray, David McDaid and Cahair Friel and we discuss car journeys, future beginnings at Crusaders and his relationship with Barry Gray, Tommy Breslin, David Jeffrey and his excitement to work with Stephen Baxter, In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Football presenter, reporter and podcaster Lynsey Hooper joins me for the final episode in this series of the Campbell's Footballs podcast. On the show we talk about Lynsey's journey in the media from music to radio and into sport as well as her love of Wolverhampton Wanderers. We chat about her involvement on Final Score and reporting at football grounds around the country. On the show, we discuss Lynsey's involvement in the hugely exceptional Offside Rule Podcast with Kait Borsay and Hayley McQueen and her contribution to the Totally Football Show. We finish up by discussing interviewing some of the Premier League's biggest names from Pierre Emerick Aubameyang to Conor Coady.

Current Cliftonville goalkeeper Aaron McCarey is my latest guest for this episode of Campbell's Footballs. On the show we discuss starting out at Wolverhampton Wanderers, playing alongside top goalkeepers Matt Murray and Carl Ikeme. We Discuss being managed by Mick McCarthy before going out on loan to a range of clubs. Aaron has spent time playing in the Republic of Ireland , Scotland and Northern Ireland so I chat with him about life at Dundalk, Ross County and Warrenpoint Towne before his current time at Solitude. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Current Warrenpoint Town goalkeeper Andy Coleman joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. We chat about starting out at Newry City before moving around the Irish League to clubs such as Loughgall. We discuss Irish League Cup success at Dungannon Swifts where Andy played alongside some quality players and was managed by top coach Rodney McAree. We chat about life at Glenavon and current times at Warrenpoint including a discussion about the Irish League season this campaign. Tune in for stories around working with Darren Mullin and Barry Gray and some teammates who made an impact on Andy's career. In Association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Irish League defender Chris Casement joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. We talk about starting out at Ipswich Town before moving out on loan to Millwall and other clubs. we then move onto discuss life at Linfield and working under David Jeffrey. Either side of two spells at Blues, Chris spent time at Portadown under Ronnie Mcfall so we talk about life at Shamrock Park. We then wrap up by talking about Linfield and David Healy, life on the European stage and life in the Irish League.

Former Partick Thistle midfielder and current Petershill manager Martin Lauchlan joins me to discuss his time in football. We chat about life at the Jags, St Johnstone and Stenhousemuir as well as his time in management with East Kilbride.

Head of Analysis & Opposition Scouting at Dundee United's Stevie Grieve joins me for an intriguing episode of Campbell's Footballs in which he shares his memories of coaching, working with Robbie Neilson and Micky Mellon and life at one of Scottish Football's top clubs. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Editor and director Fin Marks joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. We discuss Fin's connections with Rangers FC as well as being involved with some of Football and societies biggest names from Copa 90 to BBC Music and Manchester City. We discuss connections to the Totally Scottish Football Show Podcast and his relationship with Andrew Slaven, JJ Bull and Laura Brannan. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Scotland fan and Tartan Army Sunshine Appeal contributor Clark Gillies joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. We discuss following the Dons as well as his connections with Scotland , Ukraine, AFC Wimbledon and a funny story involving Ikechi Anya.

Analytics and data visualisation guru and @FalkirkFC supporter @CunningColin joins me to discuss his time in football so far. The show includes information on

✅ Skillsets, :data visualisation, analysis and statistics in football

✅ Following the Bairns

✅ Writing for @ModernFitba

Join me for a special 200th episode of Campbell's Footballs as Portadown fan Neil Campbell and Crusaders fan Darren Potts join me for an array of IL chat on the 20/21 season so far and my quiz! See if you can match the guys scores while listening into the show. Thanks to all for the continued support.

Beyond the Pitch Podcast host Phil Brown joins me on the show to discuss his time in football and as a global Podcast superstar. We hear more about his time in the Irish League where he played for Malachians, Glentoran and Carrick Rangers and hear more about his relationship with Kenny Shiels. We then hear about moving to America after spending much of his life in Northern Ireland. We discuss following Manchester United, being inspired by Mark Hughes and interviewing some of the biggest names associated with the Red Devils. We finally hear more about the Beyond the Pitch Podcast which he hosts alongside Callum McFadden and his involvement in other shows such as the Weekly Armchair Podcast.

Podcaster, coach and massive Manchester United fan Jamie McKay joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in football, his relationship with fellow Podcasters, talking football and much more.

Warrenpoint Town captain Francis McCaffrey joins me for this latest episode to discuss his time in football from Hull City to Dundalk to time in the Irish League. We discuss League Cup and Irish Cup success as well as defeating Crusaders and Linfield in 2020/21 season.

Carrick Rangers defender and midfielder Caolan Loughran joins me on the Campbells Footballs Podcast to discuss his time in the game so far. We discuss memories of Ballymena and David Jeffrey before moving to Taylor's Avenue and discussing life under Niall Currie.

Morecambe goalkeeping coach and Shrimpers legend Barry Roche joins me on the Campbell's Footballs podcast to discuss his career in football. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Football writer Daniel Storey joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. We discuss Daniel's life in the journalism and media game as well as his love for Nottingham Forest. Stay tuned for some interesting insights as well as a great tale about Pierre Van Hooijdonk. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Linfield skipper and icon Jamie Mulgrew joins me for an extra long episode of the Campbell's Footballs podcast. In this episode, we talk about one of Jamie's inspirations Barry Ferguson and starting out at Glentoran. We then talk about all things Linfield. Jamie discusses working with a range of managers from David Jeffrey, Warren Feeney and Davod Healy. We discuss teammates aplenty and success along the way, both on the club scene and in Europe too. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music

Carrick Rangers winger Jonny Frazer joins me on this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. On the show we discuss Jonny's time at a range of clubs across Northern Ireland. Hear more about Jonny starting out at Linfield before moving on to join Warrenpoint Town and then Ballymena. We hear more about a good time at Ards before his experience in Australia and why it didn't work out for him Down Under. We discuss Glentoran and Mick McDermott, the Irish Cup success in 2020 and moving to Taylor's Avenue to work under Niall Currie. Hear all this and more on this episode in association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

This latest episode of Campbell's Footballs sees me chat to one of the most highly rated full backs in Irish League football: Coleraine's Lyndon Kane. On the show, we discuss how Lyndon got involved with the Bannsiders from a young age, how Oran Kearney made a huge difference in his career, playing with Brad Lyons and James McGlaughlin, battling long term injuries and Irish Cup heartache. We also discuss League Cup glory and that night in Maribor and match against Motherwell. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Campbells Footballs is back and I'm joined by Warrenpoint Town director Connaire McGreevy for this latest episode. On the show we Discuss:

✅ Connecting geography, business and sport.

✅ Life at Milltown, Barry Gray and others

✅ That 2-1 win v Linfield

✅ Love of Man Utd and Cantona

Irish League stalwart Albert Watson joins me for this latest Campbell's Footballs instalment. On the show we discuss early days at Ballymena United under Kenny Shiels and Tommy Wright before moving onto Linfield to play under the legend David Jeffrey. After spending time at Windsor Park, Albert upped sticks and moved to Canada where he played for FC Edmonton. We discuss life in the Americas and how different a life it was over there in comparison to the Irish League. We then hear about Albert's move to Iceland to play for KR Reykjavik before moving back to the Irish League. Albert is a cornerstone of most team's backlines and in 2019 made the move to join Larne. We end the show by discussing what convinced Albert to join the Inver Park side and his experiences of Kenny Bruce, Gareth Clements and teammates such as Conor Devlin and Tomas Cosgrove. A very interesting chat and I hope you enjoy it.

Crusaders legendary full back Billy Joe Burns joins me to discuss his time in the Irish League. On the show we discuss life at Linfield under David Jeffrey, delivering silverware and playing alongside icons such as Michael Gault, Jamie Mulgrew and Peter Thompson. We then move onto talking about all things Crusaders. What instigated Billy moving to the Shore Road? What is managerial life like under Stephen Baxter? What were his teammates like? and much more. We discuss winning the Gibson Cup at both clubs as well as European football memories particularly that Wolves game where he got Joao Moutinho's shirt. Plenty of incredible stories.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Crusaders icon and current Glenavon centre half Colin Coates joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in the Irish League. We discuss starting out at the Crues, opening up against Chimney Corner before announcing himself on the scene during the 2009 Irish Cup final against Cliftonville. A key moment in Coates' journey came in Crusaders Setanta Cup final win over Derry City. On the show, Colin talks about his double and penalty in the shootout which helped seal history. We talk about league success with the Crues, battles with Linfield and Coleraine and working under Steven Baxter.

Colin moved to join Glenavon in the summer and we finish up by chatting about the Lurgan Blues, Gary Hamilton and working again with teammate Sean Ward.

An interesting chat from a leader, winner and legend.

In associaiton with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Adrian Clarke is my latest guest for this episode of Campbell's Footballs. On the show we talk about how he was influenced by the England team from 1990 including Chris Waddle and others. We then discuss life at the Gunners and how people like Ian Wright, Ray Parlour and John Hartson made him feel welcome at the club. We talk about moving from Arsenal to Southend and then Stevenage before discussing how Adrian got into the media and broadcasting game. Adrian is a contributor to a range of Podcasts and other platforms and on the show he talks about his relationship with Alan Brazil at talkSPORT and James Richardson from the Totally Football Show Podcast series. A fascinating chat. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Former Watford and Brentford goalkeeper Richard Lee joins me for a short Monday morning episode of the Campbell's Footballs podcast. On the show we chat about Richard's time at the Hornets and the Bees and discuss his very successful podcast: The Goalkeeper's Union Podcast.

Declan Devine, the manager of Derry City Football Club, joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. On the show we talk about Declan's playing days as a goalkeeper, as he enjoyed an interesting career in Northern and Southern Ireland. We then move onto life in management and his love affair with the Candystripes and his relationship with the current Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny. We discuss early times at Derry before moving across to manage Dunfermline Athletic in the Scottish Premiership. In that chat we discuss an incredible run to the Scottish Cup final where the Pars lost narrowly to Celtic. We then discuss European football with Derry, in particular facing Gretna and Paris St Germain and how Pauletta was the difference in that European encounter against the French giants. In the final part of the show we discuss Declan's squad at Derry and some of the players to keep an eye on ahead of their new campaign. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Jack Doherty is my latest guest in the Campbell's Footballs journey. On the show we talk about starting out in the League of Ireland at Waterford before moving to Ipswich in the summer of 2013. Hear more about his relationship with Tyrone Mings and Mick Mccarthy as well as his time at Portman Road. After a frustrating time with injuries we hear more about Jack's time at Limerick, Carrick United, moving back to Waterford and his recent time at Wexford FC. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope music.

The Culter manager Lee Youngson joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. On the show we discuss how Lee was inspired by Sir Alex Ferguson as well as how a serious injury put paid to his early chances of playing at a high level. We hear more about Lee's time managing at Lewis United as well as find out more about his love affair with winning silverware, including Scottish Cup success at Somerset Park. We then hear more about Lee's time at East End and how Craig Stephenson (his #2), in particular, played a big part in his journey so far. We discuss the multiple successes at East end before moving on to Culter and how Lee has coped so far managing a team through COVID. A thoroughly entertaining and honest conversation with one of the best young managers in the North of Scotland. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music

2021 is a big year for the Scotland National Team and in this special episode of Campbell's Footballs, I sit down with Tartan Scarf's Gordon Sheach to discuss Scotland's chances at Euro 2020/21 as well as the upcoming World Cup Qualification campaign. We also discuss players to keep an eye on, the U21 side, the Women's team and Tartan Scarf website as a whole as well as chat about Gordon's best moments following the National Team.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

It's the first of a Valentine's Day double header as Ben Banks from Not The Old Firm joins me to discuss life as a journalist, how his footballing career didn't quite go as anticipated and more. Some great stories in here about interviewing Stephen Robinson, working under the guidance of Jane Lewis at the BBC and much more. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Curtis Allen joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. In this episode we chat about how Curtis manages his life as a part time footballer and a full time teacher. We start off by discussing life at Bournemouth where guys like Brett Pittman made a big influence in his playing career. We then chat about life in the Irish League which includes time at Linfield and Lisburn before moving onto Coleraine for a first stint at the Bannsiders. Curtis then spent some time in Scotland at Highland club Inverness Caledonian Thistle so we chat about life under Terry Butcher and about why he didn't quite settle into life at Inverness.

We then move onto discuss life at Glentoran where Curtis is regarded a hero amongst many Glens fans. We discuss working under a range of managers at the Oval and some of the great goals scored in a Glentoran shirt.

We wrap up by talking about the current second stint at Coleraine so far including Europa League memories and discuss Oran Kearney as a manager.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Former Coleraine and St Mirren midfielder Brad Lyons is my next guest here on Campbell's Footballs. We discuss Brad's time in Northern Ireland, under the in influence of Oran Kearney and some of his finest moments in a Bannsiders shirt. This includes the 2018 Irish Cup final and coming so close to winning the league title that same season. We then move onto discuss Brad's time in Scotland with St Mirren and how his influence working with Kearney continued at the Paisley club. We finish up by talking Blackburn, Tony Mowbray and aspirations for the future. *NB this recording was done before Brad made his loan move to Morecambe in the January transfer window. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Glentoran goalkeeper and Gibraltar internationalist Dayle Coleing joins me on this latest episode of the podcast. We discuss starting out in the Gibraltar leagues before coming across to the UK to complete his studies. We then talk about joining Europa FC and playing in the Europa League. Gibraltar have recently been granted status to play international football and I chatted to Dayle about what it is like to represent his country. We discuss his full senior debut against Denmark and interaction with Kasper Schmeichel as well as a successful nations league campaign. Dayle joined Glentoran in the summer of last year and the final part of the show is talking about life at the Glens so far and adapting to life in Northern Ireland.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Only one show this week in town! Something a bit different as West Ham fan and PDC darts referee Russ Bray joins me for a special Campbell's Footballs podcast. We chat about life on the circuit, partnering Eric Bristow to Pairs success and once upon a time ending up in the Guinness World Book of Records. We then move onto discuss life as a referee, how it came about and some of the amazing moments Russ has been a part of. We discuss that 17 perfect darts by Michael Van Gerwen, Phil Taylor's first 9 dart finish, the World Championships and more.

We finish up by chatting West Ham and connections there.

Linfield full back Matthew Clarke joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. On the show, we discuss starting out at Rangers where Matthew was part of the set youth set up there. We discuss relationships with first team players, following the Ibrox side and Matthew shares an interesting story featuring Ally McCoist and one about Senegalese player El Hadji Diouf.

Matthew recalls how Lee Wallace still starting with Rangers inadvertently cost him the opportunity to have a career in Scotland but also sees it as a sliding doors moment as he recalls his career at Linfield so far. We discuss success with David Jeffrey, European adventures and domestic dominance. We chat about Sutjeska and Qarabag - two games which Matthew has good and bad memories of. We finally end by chatting about David Healy and discuss what he is doing so well at the Blues.

A fascinating chat - in association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Larne full back Tomas Cosgrove joins me for Part 1 of an Irish League double bill this week on Campbell's Footballs. On the show we talk about Tomas' career starting out at Cliftonville, his relationship with Conor Devlin, Martin Donnelly and David McDaid and winning the Irish League title twice. Tomas chats to me about the quality of Joe Gormley and Liam Boyce as well as his memories of playing Celtic in Europe. We then move onto what convinced him to join the project at Larne. We discuss the season so far including County Antrim Shield success and aspirations for the rest of the campaign.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Aberdeen FC Superfan and Spanish Football correspondent Graham Hunter joins me for an extra long special of #CampbellsFootballs.

We discuss Graham's journey following the Dons, times under Sir Alex Ferguson and really go into depth about the club under Derek McInnes. We also talk aplenty about things off the pitch at the Dons and the community. We then chat about Graham's move to Spain, what Spanish Football means to him and some of the stars of La Liga he has spoken to over the course of his time over there.

A captivating chat which you must not miss.

In Association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Next episode of #CampbellsFootballs out now with Maud Junior FC manager Kevin Park . Tune in for an excellent chat about battling adversity, life coaching in America, Buchanhaven Hearts and recent life as a Dad! Lots of chat about Rangers, Liverpool, Steven Gerrard and more too.

Please share folks..one for the locals! 👍⚽

Former St Johnstone, Dunfermline and Livingston striker David Bingham joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. On the show we talk about how David got into football in the first place, inspired by his Dad and much more. We talk about great memories at Forfar Athletic before moving to Dunfermline and playing with an array of talent at the Pars. A lot of our discussion is spent chatting about Livingston before joining up with Inverness CT.

Lots more is also talked about in a truly captivating discussion.

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Season 3 continues and this latest episode sees me joined by the Telegraph football Writer JJ Bull. JJ was brought up in NE Scotland so we initially talk about his connections with myself up here! We then move onto talk about the Dons growing up and where they are at present under Derek Mcinnes. We go onto talk about moving to London and getting involved in journalism before discussing working on the Totally Scottish Football Show podcast with friends Andrew Slaven and Laura Brannan. Keep a listen out for a fascinating story involving James Richardson and karaoke as well as some other interesting Thoughts and musical interludes! In Association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Welcome back! Welcome back! Welcome back!

The brand new series of Campbell's Footballs starts here and I am joined on this opening episode of Series 3 by the manager of Alloa Athletic Peter Grant. We kick off the show by talking about their cup exploits against Hearts and life adapting to COVID19. After this, we then jump into Peter's glittering career at Celtic where he played under the management of Billy McNeill and Tommy Burns. Hear more about an extraordinary derby debut, not knowing the answer to a quiz which involved him as the answer, a challenge involving Ally McCoist and more.

We then move onto talking about management memories and time under Alan Pardew which included recollections of the 2006 FA Cup Final against Liverpool when he was #2 to Pardew at West Ham.

lots of great stories in a brilliant 90minute (+ injury time!) discussion

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The final show of Campbell's Footballs for 2020 and the final segment in my Irish League strikers trilogy special comes from the maestro of goals: Joe "The Goal" Gormley. We chat about an interesting year for the Cliftonville striker during lockdown in which he became a father. We then delve into Joe's playing days at Crumlin Star before his love affair with the Reds, his strike partnership with Liam Boyce and the late Tommy Breslin. Joe is a huge lover of Celtic football club and I really enjoyed hearing about his amazing story involving Neil Lennon ahead of the first match at Solitude. Hear more about acquiring James Forrest' shirt and much more. We also hear about Joe's tough time at Peterborough and why a move to St Johnstone spelled a return back to NI.

In the final part we discuss current affairs at the club, working under Gerard Lyttle, Barry Gray and Paddy McLaughlin and the season so far ahead of the big game between Linfield and Cliftonville this weekend.

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Part 2 of the Irish League striker trilogy sees me chat to Linfield goal machine and legend Andy Waterworth. On the show we discuss:

-lockdown life: yoga and golf - early days at Ards and Lisburn Distillery - almost signing for Aberdeen but choosing Hamilton Accies - homesickness and home to Glentoran - moving to Linfield - European ventures and creating history in cup finals - Irish FA and post football plans

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Larne striker David McDaid joins me for the first of an Irish League trilogy here on Campbell's Footballs. David has played at a range of NI league clubs as well as having great times at Derry City. On the show I talk to David about his time at the Candystripes as well as his journey in the Irish League and his aspirations for Larne this season.

Cliftonville legend Barry Johnston joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in football.

Forfar Farmington manager Ryan McConville joins me for this latest episode of #CampbellsFootballs. On the show, we chat about being inspired by Stephen Robinson, the current Motherwell manager and Oran Kearney, the current Coleraine manager. We then move onto chat about Ryan's connection with Linfield Ladies before learning more about his experiences travelling across South Africa, USA and China. We funish up by chatting about Forfar Farmington in the Scotland Women's League and discuss Ryan's aspirations for the season.

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Leicester City fan and journalist Charlie Carmichael joins me on the show to talk about his time following the Foxes and his love of journalism which includes interviewing Real Madrid defender Marcelo.

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Banchory St Ternan Manager Anton Lennox joins me in this episode of Campbell's Footballs to talk about his time in the game. Tune in for an interesting chat surrounding Davie Robertson, Elgin City, lack of motivation after injuries, moving into coaching and management and his aspirations for Banchory this season. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music,

Join us for a Serie A special here on Campbell's Footballs as Sam Brookes and I talk about the latest goings on in the world of Italian Football.

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Football CFB's Chief Football Writer James Rowe joins me on the show for this latest episode. James has been living in the Netherlands for the best part of 10 years so on the show we discuss some of Holland's biggest exports: Dennis Bergkamp. There are lots of Arsenal chat too plus a look into James' media and journalism career so far and a chat about the Eredivisie and the state of Dutch Football.

Well worth a listen!

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An extra long special of Campbell's Footballs is out during this international break. One for Dons fans, goalkeepers, journalists and more as David Preece joins me on the show to discuss his time in the game. We discuss starting out at Sunderland, moving to Darlington and his time working under Ebbe Skovdahl and Steve Paterson at Aberdeen. We then move onto chat about times in Denmark, Man City and life under Pep Guardiola. Finally, we chat Ostersunds, Swedish Football and the legacy Graham Potter has left on the club.

Euan Rankine from the TalkLivi Podcast joins me on this episode of Campbell's Footballs to discuss all things Livingston

early days following the Lions
starting at League Two and working the way back up
administration and other issues at the club
best players, moments and matches
play off success and league journey
Gary Holt and other managers at the club
Livi 5-A-SIDE team
Aspirations for the season and more

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Keane Franey from the Armchair Weekly Podcast joins me for this latest edition of Campbell's Footballs. We talk Manchester United, past glories and current affairs, League of Ireland and Podcasting journey so far. Well worth a listen. 👍⚽

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Martin Smith and Colin Byiers from the Blue Toon Podcast join me to chat about all things Peterhead FC

Life following the Blue Toon
Best players, games and moments
Jim McInally and the job he is doing
BetFred Cup campaign so far and league affairs to date
Peterhead Best XI
Aspirations for the season and more

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It's a fan special on Campbell's Footballs as I chat with the guys from the This is Ibrox Podcast. Scott Paterson. Tommy Macintyre and Martin Douglas join me to discuss and assess Rangers' 2020/21 season so far. We chat about: Alfredo Morelos, Ianis Hagi, Rangers Europa League journey thus far, resolute defence, beating Celtic in the first Old Firm derby of the season and much more.

The second half sees us chat about the podcast itself, discussions with Gaizika Mendieta, David Weir and Ian Durrant as well as discussions about generic Rangers affairs. We finish by discussing the Rangers Women's team, Rangers TV and Clive Tyldesley and much more!

Well worth a listen...particularly if you support Rangers!

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talkSPORT's Hugh Woozencroft joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. We talk about being inspired by Moira Stuart and Trevoe McDonald before moving into chatting about life in the media and on radio. We discuss life working at talkSPORT before finishing up the show with our predictions for the remainder of the Premier League season.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I am joined by football enthusiast Josh Bunting to talk about his time in football. We start off by discussing life in the Irish League with Lisburn Distillery, Portadown and Cliftonville all receiving a mention as well as characters such as Colin Hopkins, Mark McIntosh and Steven Beacom. We then discuss Josh's involvement with the Islington Gazette and working with Arsenal Ladies football team in the Women's Super League. We finish the show by chatting about Josh's podcasting ventures and his plans moving forward.

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Campbell's Footballs has reached 150 shows. For the big 1 5 0 I am joined by a gentleman who is known as the 'Voice of Hampden' Graeme Easton. Graeme has been known for his entertainment and compere work over the years across sport and in this podcast, I delve into his journey in sport. We discuss being inspired by people such as rugby legend Bill McLaren, X Factor voice over legend Peter Dickson, working at Commonwealth Games and Olympic Games and much more. We discuss Graeme's own venture "Graeme Easton's Playlist" where he gets people on from the world of sport and entertainment to discuss their journey in the game and the songs of their life. Playlist has involved guests such as Jim Leishman, Archie McPherson, Shelley Kerr and Luke Shanley so go and check this out. Some great content!

We finish the show by talking about following the Scotland National Team, preparation for big matches at Scottish and League Cup finals and announcing teams.

A thoroughly captivating show for a big event in the Campbell's Footballs journey!

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I sit down with Spanish Football correspondent Alvaro Romeo to discuss his time in football and in journalism. We discuss being inspired by Gary Lineker and Guillem Ballague before looking into club football in La Liga and Spain on the international football stage. We chat Barcelona and Real Madrid, plus the other teams this year in European competition who can do some damage.

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In this episode I chat to Ellon Amateurs manager Robbie Wildgoose about his time in football. We discuss early inspirations of Blackburn Rovers, Alan Shearer and Sir Alex Ferguson before moving onto starting out with WestDyce FC and his relationship with Steven Cooper. There's lots of junior football chat, success on and off the pitch, managing Maud FC and finishing up with ambitions for Ellon this season coming.

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Turriff United goalkeeper and captain Fraser Hobday joins me for this latest instalment of good craic here on Campbell's Footballs. We discuss early inspirations of David James and Wayne Rooney before moving onto chatting about life at Junior level. We then move onto discuss Fraser's time at Huntly before moving onto time at Peterhead. Discussions around playing alongside Si Ferry and Rory McAllister are discussed before moving onto current time at Turriff United, his connections with Kris Hunter and players and finishing up with aspirations for the season in the Highland League.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, it is a Heart of Midlothian FC special and I am joined by Laurie Dunsire, the voice of Hearts TV. On the show we talk about Laurie's inspirations including Derek Rae, following Hearts over the years including the 1998 and 2012 Scottish Cup final successes, his commentary duties at Hearts TV, working with mark Donaldson and ESPN for the Scarves Around the Funnel Podcast and much more. Tune in for stories involving Phil Stamp and Mark De Vries as well as thoughts ahead of the new season, the Scottish Cup semi final against Hibernian and League Cup chances.

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Current Dunfermline Athletic striker Declan McManus joins me on Campbell's Footballs to talk about his time in football so far. We discuss early inspirations in Henrik Larsson and Thierry Henry before moving onto life at Aberdeen FC. Declan talks vividly about his relationships with Ryan Jack, Jonny Hayes and Adam Rooney as well as what it was like getting guidance and advice from Craig Brown. We then discuss loan spells at Morton before moving down south to Fleetwood Town. The second half of the podcast talks about Declan's time at Dunfermline and Ross County before moving back to the Pars. What are Declan's aspirations for the new season?

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Off the Ball legend and Kilmarnock fan Ian Arnott joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in football. We chat about Kilmarnock and the journey following the Rugby Park side and then move onto Ian's love for Spanish football. Listen out for stories involving Graham Hunter and Alex McLeish as well as comparisons to Ken Bruce from BBC Radio 2.

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James Jones from Snackmedia joins me for this episode of Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in football. We chat:

following West Ham United - best players, games, moments and more.
We are West Ham podcast - discussions with Dean Ashton, Tony Cottee and others
SnackMedia - life in media, journalism and broadcasting
main talking points with Gold, Sullivan, Brady and London Stadium all discussed
leaving Upton Park
hopes for the season at West Ham United

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Glenavon goalkeeper Jonny Tuffey joins me on the show to discuss his time in football. We chat about life at Coventry, Scottish football memories at Partick Thistle, life at Linfield and success at Glenavon so far. We also chat about being managed by David Jeffrey and Gary Hamilton as well as discuss aspiraitons for the Lurgan Blues this season.

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In this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs, Newry City manager Darren Mullen is on the show to chat to me about life managing at the Showgrounds club. We discuss Darren't time in the game before exploring about life in the Championship, the joys of promotion, the despair at relegation, battles against rivals Warrenpoint Town and much more. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I am joined by Portadown Manager Matthew Tipton to discuss his career in football so far and life in management. We discuss Matthew's playing days at Oldham Athletic, Macclesfield and other clubs before transporting to the Northern Irish League. We find out more about Matthew's time playing at Ballymena United, Portadown and Linfield before transitioning into management. The final section of the show talks about Matthew's moments at Warrenpoint Town before assessing current affairs at Portadown and aspiraitons for the season ahead.

Oh and we DO talk about 'that' umbrella incident...

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The episode is an extra long Carrick Rangers special. In Part 1 I chat to media maestro at the club Mark Graham about his time at the club, influenced by Arsenal and much more. In Part 2 we hear from their manager Niall Currie who talks about his time in the game, spells managing at Annagh United, ARDS, Portadown and life with the Amber Army. We also chat about aspirations for the season ahead. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music

We kick off our Irish League marathon again with an extra long preview special ahead of the new season. Darren Potts from the Pottscast Podcast joins me to discuss following NI football, his own show and much more in Part 1 before we give our preview of the season in Part 2. Every club in the Irish Premiership gets a fair assessment and we give our predictions for the season ahead. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this latest episode of Campbells Footballs, the Voice of Kilmarnock's very own Gavin Wallace joins me on the show to talk about his love affair with the Ayrshire club. We chat about Gavin's influencers and goalkeeping memories before learning more about all that goes on behind the scenes at Kilmarnock. Nicke Kabamba, Kris Boyd, Kirk Broadfoot and others are all mentioned as well as some great stories surrounding Steve Clarke, the Scottish Cup final between Kilmarnock and Falkirk and that 2012 league cup final win against Celtic. Well worth a listen. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, youth football coach Kyle McCulloch joins me to discuss his time in football. We discuss Kyle's journey growing up playing for Bonnyrigg Rose, his role as Head Coach at Grow Football, working at the Celtic FC academy and much more. There is also an interesting connection with Si Ferry in this episode.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Glasgow Girls and Women FC manager Craig Joyce joins me on the show to talk about his time in football. We talk about crazy street football, times at Motherwell and nightmare injuries before moving onto talking about Craig's time in coaching and management. The Glasgow City FC ladies story is predominantly featured before we chat about Craig's time at Glasgow Girls and discuss his own podcast: 6,8 or 10 where he has chatted to people such as Shelley Kerr and Leanne Crichton.

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In this extra long special of the podcast, I am joined by four excellent gents to chat about football, coaching and their own journeys so far. They are:

Aberdeen University Junior Football Team manager Daniel McKendrick,

Football Development Officer at Aberdeen FC Community Trust Aaron Scully

U18's coach at Rangers FC, previously at FC Nordsjaelland and Aberdeen FC Cameron Campbell

School Partnership Officer for Manchester United FC and Bury AFC player Adam McWilliam.

On the podcast, we talk about the guys inspirations, what made them want to go into football in the first place, their playing days, advice for coaching and development, advice for youngsters and much more!

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In this episode I am joined by the North East trio of Mass, Dunk & Mike speaking all things football who make up the superb Two Blokes and a Mike podcast. Tune into an interesting discussion about Highland League football, following Gazzetta Football Italia, their podcast journey so far ad much more! In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode of Campbells Footballs, I am joined by the host of Beyond Canal Park Podcast James McLeay to discuss his time in football so far.

With stories featuring Deveronvale, Deveronside JFC, goalkeeping and physio moments, this is one you simply cannot miss.

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Announcing one of my most eagerly-anticipated shows of the series so far! Fraserburgh legend Russell McBride joins me for an extra long special of Campbells Footballs to talk about his time in football.

Some highlights to look out for:

early memories featuring Willie Miller, Teddy Scott and Jim Duffy
battles with Doug Rougvie, Martin Stewart and other Highland League maestros.
Fraserbugh memories featuring Kris Hunter, Ryan Christie and others.
Ellon United memories, helping his old teammate Steven Main guide Ellon to safety
Raising money for Highland League legend Martin Johnston
Stories galore! and Russell's best Rangers XI.

YOU CANNOT MISS THIS.

Warning: Some Strong Language!

The Championship is back this weekend and for this episode I am joined by a young gentleman who supports a club that is proving people wrong in England's second tier. Lewis Williams, a Luton Town fan, teams up with me to discuss his time in football so far. We start off by chatting about being influenced by Wayne Rooney, being a videographer at Non-League side AFC Fylde and Lewis' Youtube channel which is focussed on all things Hatters.

We talk about that sensational escape from the Championship drop zone from last season and reminisce about some famous Luton games from yesteryear including that FA Cup match against Liverpool. Lewis and I talk about key players to watch out for in a Luton shirt this season, discuss Nathan Jones' success as manager at the club and discuss targets for the Hatters this season. We finish up by predicting who is going to win the Championship.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I am joined by Matt Davies Adams. Matt has had an interesting career in the media and journalism and on this show we explore Matt's journey in football so far. I talk to Matt about what life is like as a Nottingham Forest fan, working at Chelsea TV, his involvement with Totally Football Show and more. Well worth a listen.

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A dual podcast special for you all as Dylan Macdonald and Ross Gray of the talkingLowerLeague podcast, part of the TalkingBaws network, join me on the show to talk about their journey in football so far. The show is split into four parts:

Part 1: The guys own journeys so far, inspirations and idols, following Clyde

Part 2: Talkingbaws and talkingLowerLeague podcast chat - journey to date and aspirations for the future. Listeners questions.

Part 3: BetFred Cup discussion and Group predictions/analyses

Part 4: Championship, League One and League Two predictions

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In this episode of the show I am joined by James Mervyn, a Spurs and Celtic fan. On the show we discuss James' influence from his grandfather and by players such as Henrik Larsson and Harry Kane. We chat about best moments, players and managers following both of these sides and I ask James to pick his Best combined Spurs/Celtic XI.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Premier League legend Tony Cottee joins me on the show to talk about his time in football. We discuss starting out at West Ham and being influenced by some of the Hammers' key characters from way back when. We then go onto discuss Tony's start to his career, particularly forming a lethal partnership with Frank McAvennie. Tony then moves onto Everton in his journey and I ask him what was it like to play at Goodison Park with legends such as Graeme Sharp and Mike Newell. Tony then moves back to Upton Park and we then go onto discuss his relationship with Harry Redknapp before his move to Malaysia. Tony then comes back to Leicester and we discuss what it was like winning silverware under Martin O'Neill. We finish up our chat by discussing life on Soccer Saturday and Sky Sports. What is it like to work with Jeff Stelling?

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I am joined by current Bo'Ness United Juniors defender Gregor Dryden. Gregor talks to me about being inspired by Zinedine Zidane as well as his early days following Stirling Albion. Gregor goes on to talk about his time at Stenhousemuir and East Stirlngshire and also his spell at a range of Junior clubs. We then end by talking about Gregor's time at Bo'Ness and how I first stumbled across him when Ellon United played them in a Scottish Junior Cup tie back in 2019.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, former Queens Park and Queen of the South winger David Weatherston joins me on the show to talk about his time in football. We start off by discussing David's inspiration Eoin Jess before talking about playing for both of Scotland's "Queens" clubs. David chats to me about working with an array of different managers such as Billy Stark and Derek McInnes before talking about his memories at Falkirk and Stirling Albion. The final part of the show sees me chat with David about how he is adapting to life in Norway and chat about Norwegian football.

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In this Sunday Supplement of Campbell's Footballs, Hamilton Accies fan Ben McNicol joins me on the show to talk about his time following Hamilton. We discuss best games, best players and best moments following Academical and then Ben chooses his best Accies XI in my Best XIs feature. We also chat about Ben's journey into the world of journalism so far and his aspirations for the future. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I chat to BBC Sport journalist Jordan Elgott. Jordan is starting out in the world of the media and in the podcast Jordan talks to me about his journey so far in sport. He talks vividly about his involvement compiling highlights for the Test Match Special team as well as other roles and jobs he has done at the BBC, giving good advice on how to get involved. Jordan goes on to talk about his time at BBC Scotland where he has had some fantastic involvement with people such as Billy Dodds, Jonathan Sutherland. Tom English and previous guest on the show, Jamie Lyall. Jordan also recalls a very interesting story from his time working at a match at Arbroath FC.

Away from journalism, Jordan is an avid Manchester City fan and we talk in this episode about life following City. Stories involve following that famous finale against QPR and other general chat about players and managers over time. Jordan finishes by picking his best Man City XI in my new Best XIs feature on the show.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I am joined by the Coaching Education and Development Manager at the Scottish Football Assosciation, Greig Paterson. I chat to Greig about his love for football and coaching, have a in depth chat about the coaching set up in Scotland and how he sees it evolving in the future from world class to world leading. An interesting discussion especially for those who fancy a stint in management and coaching at all levels.

A brand new week here on Campbell's Footballs!

We start off this week with 2015 Scottish Cup winner Greg Tansey on the show. Greg talks to me about his love for Everton Football Club and being inspired by Duncan Ferguson. We then go onto chat about starting off at Stockport County before moving to the Highlands to play for Inverness CT the first time around under Terry Butcher. After a spell at Stevenage, Greg then talks to me about moving back to Caley Thistle and his range of emotions playing in some of the Caley Jags' biggest ever games including the 2014 League Cup final loss to Aberdeen and the 2015 Scottish Cup run. We end the show by talking about the difficulties Greg had with injuries at Aberdeen and St Mirren and what he plans to do in the future now he has retired professionally.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, it's back to another fan special in my Sunday Supplement and my next guest is Aberdeen fan John Bleasdale. As well as a Dons fan, John is also a presenter on the Scottish Football Forums podcast (SFF Podcast on Twitter and other platforms). On the show we talk about John's best moments following the Dons, his opinions on life as a Dons fan, Kingsford and more. I ask John to pick his all time Aberdeen best XI as well. We finish up by discussing the SFF podcast and about it's future plans! In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

The final instalment of my "Women in Football and Broadcasting" week on Campbell's Footballs comes to you with Sky Sports Scottish Football presenter Eilidh Barbour. On the show I chat to Eilidh about her inspiration Hazel Irvine. We then move on to talk about her love for St Johnstone and reminisce about her best moments following the club including that 2014 Scottish Cup run. Eilidh spent some time during her journey in Korea so I wanted to find out a little bit more about that too. There is some wonderful discussions about reminiscing about the Women's World Cup, working with Ian Crocker and Ken Brown and much more!

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The second episode of my Women in Broadcasting segment on Campbell's Footballs is with Connie McLaughlin. Connie's journey is a really interesting one and she starts off by talking a lot about her love affair with Gazzetta Football Italia and James Richardson. We then move on to talk about her time at Radio Clyde including a fascinating exchange with Hugh Keevins. She talks about her interactions with Peter Martin and Mark Pougatch before also talking about her times with Inner Buzz and involvement with Falkirk FC.

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Welcome to a brand new week on Campbell's Footballs where this week we focus on "Women In Broadcasting". For this episode I am joined by BBC Radio Scotland's Jane Lewis to discuss her time in football so far. We start off by learning more about Jane's influences such as Hazel Irvine, Helen Rollason and Sally McNair.

We discuss Jane's rise from hospital radio to following Juninho and Fabrizio Ravanelli at Middlesbrough.

We then move on to talking about Jane's time at Olympic and Commonwealth Games as well as her time at STV and Sky.

Jane has some really interesting stories about life at the BBC and in this chat I discuss with her about filling in on Off The Ball, interactions at major events such as the Scottish Cup final, conducting the Scottish Cup draw and more.

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Campbell's Footballs is back for some brand new content after a break. In my first episode back I am joined by a music sensation. Paul Carrack's career has been connected to some of the UK's top bands such as Ace, Squeeze, Mike and the Mechanics and Roxy Music. On the show Paul talks about his time with those bands as well as his move into a solo career. Paul also talks to me about his love for Sheffield Wednesday, his connections with Trevor Francis, Benito Carbone and much more! There is also a wonderful tribute to my parents in this podcast who this year celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

The final leg of the Irish League Marathon concludes with this absolute belter from a legend of the Premier League and Northern Ireland.

Former Liverpool, Southampton, Oxford United, Sheffield Wednesday and Ipswich Town midfielder Jim Magilton joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in football.

We open our chat by hearing about Jim's influences particularly George Best and Norman Whiteside. We then hear about Jim's playing days starting out at Liverpool - meeting another one of his hero's Kenny Dalglish. What was it like playing with Alan Hansen and others?

We then hear about Jim's time on the international stage. What was it like sharing with Neil Lennon and Ian Dowie?

Here about an incredible story about how how a shock FA Cup win over Leeds with Oxford United ended up in Jim signing for Southampton. What was it like playing at the Dell and alongside Matt Le Tissier and other great players?

A move to Hillsborough follows after an incredible time on the south coast. Coming face to face to Benito Carbone and Paolo Di Canio - how did that go?

Then, a move to Ipswich. How did George Burley sell the dream of playing at Portman Road? Matt Holland and teammates such as Richard Wright, James Scowcroft and Lee Naylor get more than a mention. How did George and his team draw influence from the team that Sir Bobby Robson managed all that years ago? Did it help them on the European stage and domestically?

Jim then talks about his time in management managing at Ipswich before travelling the world and then heading back to Northern Ireland. Does he want to manage Northern Ireland in the future? We hear about his relationships with Michael O'Neill, Gareth Mcauley and Stephen Craigan as well as hear about Jim's views on the media, the Irish League and much more.

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BBC Northern Ireland presenter Nicola McCarthy joins me for this penultimate episode in the Campbell' s Footballs Irish League Marathon. We discuss Nicola's time growing up in Northern Ireland andinfluenced by Italia 90 and George Best before embarking on a fabulous opportunity as part of communications and media at Manchester City FC. Nicola talks vividly about interactions with Micah Richards, Mario Balotelli and others as well as following the club at Champions League matches and on summer tours. We also discuss life following NI football, working with legends such as Liam Beckett and more.

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The second half of my Irish League marathon continues and for this latest installment I am joined by someone a bit different. Matthew Holland is the SLO at Crusaders Football club in Belfast and he joins me on the show to discuss his time following the Crues and chat about life on the Shore Road. What is the role of a SLO? How do he and others make the experience for Crusaders supporters a good one? We then move on to chat about favourite Crusaders moments, players and games including a stunning comeback against Cliftonville from 3-0 down. Matthew tells me about his love for Sean O'Neill, Declan Caddell and Jordan Owens as well. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope music.

The Irish League Marathon reaches the halfway stage and for this episode I am joined by the BRAND NEW full-time Academy Director of Larne Football Club Gary Haveron. Join me in this episode as we hear more about Gary's playing days at Crusaders before moving across the water to play for Wolves and Bolton. What was it like coming up against Robbie Keane and Eidur Gudjohnsen? Also tune in to hear about Gary's time playing in Northern Ireland where he played for Lisburn, Coleraine, Ballymena and Carrick Rangers. Speaking of Carrick, what a story there. Gary tells more about how they sensationally stayed up on the final day of an amazing 2016 season. We also hear about Gary's time at Glentoran before finishing up about his views on the Irish League in the future and what he hopes will happen at Larne.

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The Irish League marathon hits semi final Monday and on today's show I am joined by Glentoran midfielder Seanan Clucas. I ask Seanan about how life started at Dungannon Swifts before his times at Preston and Bristol Rovers over the water. We then hear about a difficult time for Seanan during his time back in Ireland due to injuries and a lack of motivation. His love for the game was rekindled when he returned to Dungannon, helping the team to lift their only piece of silverware to date in 2018 winning the Irish League Cup final against Ballymena. The show ends by hearing about Seanan';s time at Glentoran so far and his plans for the future.

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The Irish League marathon continues and in this episode I am joined by two time Irish Cup winner Eoin Bradley of Coleraine FC. Eoin has had an unorthodox career starting out at the age of 28! I ask him on the show his early days of playing Gaelic Football before transitioning into the world of football. We hear about Eoin's two spells at Coleraine and the filling of playing at Glenavon in between. What was it like being managed by Oran Kearney and Gary Hamilton? We hear about Eoin's winning goal in the 2018 cup final v Cliftonville for the Banninsiders and some other Irish League craic!

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The Irish League marathon begins here on Campbell's Footballs as we gear up for the Irish Cup semi finals and final. Over the course of the next 7 episodes I'll be joined by characters from the Irish League who come on to talk about their stories and journeys so far.

We start off the marathon with former Cliftonville and Sligo Rovers manager Gerard Lyttle. We discuss Gerard's playing days which were hampered by a succession of injuries. We talk about starting out at Celtic before journeys to Swindon and Peterborough. We then discuss Gerard's playing days in the NI league before making the move into management. We hear more in Gerard's story about working alongside Cliftonville legend Tommy Breslin, winning the Irish League club with the Reds, managing in the Republic of Ireland with Sligo Rovers and more! There's also some excellent stories involving Joel Taggart, Liam Beckett and his good mate Jim Magilton!

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Prepare to be amazed by some incredible stats and knowledge in this episode of Campbell's Footballs as Duncan Alexander joins me on the podcast. Duncan is a big contributor to Opta Joe and Stats Perform and on the show we discuss what it is like to delve into large amounts of football related data. How does this differ from the science world that I live in? We discuss Duncan's love for Diego Maradona and Paul Gascoigne as well as his love for his beloved Wycombe Wanderers FC. Duncan is also a regular guest on the award-winning Totally Football Show series of podcasts. I ask him what it is like to work with James Richardson and so many high profile European and British journalists?

All this and more good craic on the show which is produced in association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Cardiff Metropolitatan University manager Christian Edwards joins me on the show to discuss his time in football. We discuss Christian's playing days at Swansea and Nottingham Forest before entering the world of management at Cardiff Met. How did he help to turn around the fortunes of the University based club? We talk about their Welsh Cup penalty shoot out drama win to get into the Europa League and reminisce about playing Progres' Niederkorn of Luxembourg, a side famous for beating Pedro Caixinha's Rangers side in the past.

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In this episode, chairman of The New Saints FC Mike Harris joins me on the show to discuss his time in football. We discuss life as a chairman at TNS, The Welsh League as a whole, battling for League titles, European ventures, matches in the Irn Bru Cup in Scotland, friendly encounters with NI teams and much more.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Dave Black joins me on the show to discuss his time in football. We chat about Dave's love for Newcastle United and his passion for the computer game Championship Manager. We also delve into Dave's other ventures with the Man On The Post and The Offside Rule Podcasts.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, BBC Off The Ball's Tam Cowan joins me on the show. In a change-up to previous podcast episodes, we discuss Tam's first memories following Motherwell. We then enter a "Top Ten Tamathon" where I ask Tam ten questions about Motherwell and the fan experience. Tune in to hear some other interesting stories surrounding the COVID 19 crisis, stories involving BBC weather presenter Judith Ralston, the Scottish Government's National Clinical Director Professor Jason Leitch, Motherwell legends Joe Wark and Davie Cooper and more!

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, freelance football commentator Jamie Lyall talks to me about his time in football. Tune in to hear of how Jamie's life could have been very different had he cracked on at University and passed his Veterinary Science degree. Jamie talks to me about his love of football and his other passion: Rugby Union and particularly Scottish rugby. We also talk about his plans for the future, learning from other pros, advice from people within Radio Scotland and more!

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The start of the next 100 shows begins here and for this episode I am joined by former Wycombe Wanderers and Ross County striker Steven Craig to discuss his time in the game. We discuss Steven's time at Falkirk, Motherwell and Aberdeen before better times at Livingston and Ross County. We also chat about Steven's memories of that famous Scottish Cup final run by the Staggies in 2010 before losing out to eventual winners Dundee United. Steven's time at the Jags is also talked about as well as his time at Adams Park. What was life like working with Gareth Ainsworth? We finish the show by discussing Steven's move into coaching.

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Well folks...the wait is over.

Campbell's Footballs has now reached its 100th show! Thanks for your continued support of the podcast everyone!

I cannot believe it is (pretty much!) a year to the day since my first ever podcast with another Don: Martin Stone. We really have travelled full circle and there is much more to come!

For my centenary show, I am joined by a legend of Scottish Football. The host of Radio Scotland's Open All Mics Richard Gordon joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in football. We hear about Richard's time following the Dons, Gothenburg memories, his radio journey, Open All Mics, working with Derek Ferguson and John Robertson and some funny moments over the years including a toilet incident involving Jim Spence at Celtic Park and a penalty shootout situation involving Chick Young.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs I chat to 1990 Scottish Cup winner Brian Irvine about his time in football. We discuss early days at Falkirk, playing under Sir Alex Ferguson, that penalty shoot out winner against Celtic, facing Pat Bonner, Ross County memories, journeys to Korea and America, facing Ruud Guillit and Roberto Baggio and more!

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs I am joined by the manager of I League side Real Kashmir FC David Robertson.

David had an unbelievable career in Scotland and at Leeds United and on the show we talk about his time at Aberdeen and Rangers, working with Sir Alex Ferguson and Walter Smith, facing Ray Parlour and playing alongside Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink at Leeds United. We then move to talk about life in India, what is life like over there, was it what he expected?

All this and more in an episode you do not want to miss!

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Dr Kenny Deuchar joins me on the show to discuss his time in football. We discuss early fleetings at East Fife, Gretna, Northampton Town FC, how Jeff Stelling made him a household name and more!!

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Hibernian fan Lewis Cumming joins me on the show to discuss his time following the Hibees. Lewis is also a massive football fan in Scotland and is always seen as a positive guy in trying to change the dynamics of Scottish football. We discuss some of Lewis' ideas, Hibs Scottish Cup success in 2016, his best Hibs XI and much more!!

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Aberdeen FC Community Trust member Stephen Boddie talks to me about his time in football.

We discuss:

memories of being on the bench for Formartine United.
Coaching with Kevin Thomson and Christophe Berra
That Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool in 2018.
Aberdeen FC Community Trust and more.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Inverness Caley Thistle legend Barry Wilson joins me to discuss his journey in football. We discuss trials at Southampton, playing for Raith Rovers, success at Inverness including that "Super Caley Go Ballistic" match v Celtic in 2000, Livingston memories and more.

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In this episode, Kris Hunter joins me on the show to talk about his playing days at Fraserburgh and his time so far in the dugout at clubs such as Formartine United, Fraserburgh and his current club Turriff United. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Keith Football Clublegend Cammy Keith joins me to discuss his time in the game, influenced by Francesco Totti, Highland League Football, interactions with Craig Brown and more!

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This show sees me chat to local football reporter David Reid about his journey in football. We chat discussions with Highland League Managers, Bridge of Don Thistle and much more.

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This Campbell's Footballs episode sees me joined by Fraserburgh FC legend and former Ellon United manager Steven Main. We chat about how Steven's beloved club Arsenal helped to inspire his career before moving onto Stevie's time at Longside at junior level before a fabulous experience playing for the Bellslea club. We then discuss Stevie's transition from playing into management at Ellon, finally ending on how Steven indirectly made a huge impact in my own personal journey with Campbell's Footballs. ONE YOU SERIOUSLY WILL NOT WANT TO MISS! In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Former Aberdeen, Dundee United and Kairat Almaty midfielder Stuart Duff joins me on the show. We discuss Stuart's memories at the Tangerines and the Dons, life in Kazakhstan, moving back to Scotland and life post football. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

This episode of Campbell's Footballs sees me chat to talkSPORT's Ian Danter. Ian in his early was a musician before embarking on life in sports broadcasting. We discuss Ian's times at BRMB presenting "The Barmy Brummies" and on Heart FM presenting "The Sunday Carve Up" before moving to talkSPORT. Ian tells me about his love for Birmingham City FC, working with Adrian Durham, memories of the 2018 FIFA World Cup and much more. Ian is also the host of the current "Barmy Old Podcast" which you can find on all major platform providers. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Football commentator Adam Summerton joins me to discuss his time in the commentary box, life following National League football and the Women's game. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Celtic football fan Reegan Stevenson joins me on the show. We chat about Reegan's best moments following the Bhoys, best players, the fan experience and more. Reegan's story is a remarkable one as he has cerebral palsy. He talks openly about how despite his lifelong disability, he is able to maximise his opportunities and love for the game. Reegan is keen to make it into podcasting himself and has just set up a podcast called Only as Good as Your Last Game which will be taking flight in the not too distant future. This podcast is all about #CelebratingDifference and hope you will be inspired by Reegan's story. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I am joined by Glasgow City midfielder and Scotland internationalist Leanne Crichton. We discuss: what made her want to get into football in the first place, early memories of starting out at Whitehill Welfare, Glasgow City, Hibernian and Celtic moments, travelling down south to play for Notts County, representing Scotland, working with Scott Booth and Shelley Kerr amongst others. Media role at BBC Scotland Working with Steven Thompson Behind the Goals podcast The future for the women's game and her own career

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Former Highland League player turned Sports Media producer Keith Robertson joins me for this latest episode of Campbell's Footballs. Keith has been at some various events throughout his journey as well as being an ex Highland League player back in the day. Stories Include Gerard Pique, Zinedine Zidane, Graham Hunter, Howard Webb and more. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I chat with Garry Mournian. Garry is a coach for Dyce Boys Club 2009 and we discuss Garry's role in the set up there as well as his own involvement in the game of football from a young age. We chat about how Garry endeavors to evolve and develop as a coach as well as help to support his young son who is also involved playing football. We also discuss Garry's love for Dunfermline Athletic, reminiscing about best games and managers and moments following the club. Garry also picks his best Pars XI. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, former Dundee and Aberdeen goalkeeper Derek Soutar joins me to discuss his career in football. We discuss: Days at Dundee, loan spells at Brechin City and Alloa Athletic, Working under Jocky Scott and Jimmy Calderwood his time at the Dons including "that" semi final against Queen of the South in 2008, Cyprus Formartine United Goalkeeping Academy

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The Athletic UK writer Charlie Eccleshare joins me for this latest edition of the Campbell's Footballs podcast. We have plenty of Spurs chat on the podcast as well as Charlie's contribution to the Tennis Podcast featuring 5Live presenter David Law and Amazon Prime's Catherine Whitaker. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, The Guardian Sport football writer and historian Richard Foster joins me to discuss his journey in football. We discuss life as a football writer and how it compares with writing in science. We also discuss Richard's fondness for Crystal Palace and his favourite players. We then move onto discuss signature football factoid novel Richard's book "Premier League Nuggets". Richard questions Stato about some factoids from the book before providing advice to budding writing enthusiasts. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, legendary football broadcaster Ray Stubbs joins me to discuss his time in football. We discuss: - Ray's footballing days at Tranmere Rovers and Bangor City - working at Radio Merseyside and other outlets - Lakeside stories with Bobby George - Presenting Grandstand, Football Focus, Final Score, MOTD and more - his relationships with Gary Lineker, Mark Lawrenson and Alan Hansen - Peter Ndlovu + lots more!

You do not want to miss this.,

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, former English Premier League referee Jeff Winter joins me to discuss his time in football. We chat about the skills required to be a top referee, Jeff's memories of big games, his favourite players, that FA Cup final in 2004 between Manchester United and Milwall, his love for Boro, SuperStars, Masters Football, After Dinner Speaking and more! In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Sky Sports Touchline Reporter Luke Shanley joins me for this episode of Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in football. We chat about being inspired by David Tanner and Ian Crocker, what managers he has the pleasure of interviewing, his favourite grounds in Scotland, following the National side and more. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode, Inverurie Loco's Neil McLean joins me to discuss his journey in football so far. Neil started his career at Boys club in Aberdeen for Stoneywood who at the time were one of the most successful teams in the area. Few of the lads around Neil's age went on S-forms to Dundee, Hearts, Aberdeen etc but Neil was never invited or trained with any senior clubs until he was 17 and went to Forfar Atheltic and played youth and reserve league east for them. Neil Played for Scotland Schoolboys at Under 18's level playing in the home nations centenary cup and then went on a scholarship to the USA attending Hartwick College in New York State for 4 years. The remainder of the podcast discusses Neil's time working with Brown Ferguson, Davie Robertson and all the guys at Inverurie Locos In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode, Keith manager Dean Donaldson joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in football and the transition from player to manager.

In this episode, Aberdeen fan and football groundhopper Graeme Giles joins me to discuss his journey in football. Tune in to hear Graeme's time visiting ground across Holland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and more. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music

Stirling Albion manager Kevin Rutkiewicz joins me for this episode of Campbells Footballs. We discuss Kevin's journey as a player which included spells at Aberdeen and St Johnstone as well as discuss life in management thus far.

In this episode I am joined by Aberdeen fan and part time football writer Mark Gordon to discuss his time in football. We chat a lot about times supporting Aberdeen across all levels from the main men's side to the women's side and more. Mark has a big love for writing about Italian football so we also discuss a lot about what made Mark want to write about it, being influenced by Gazzetta Football Italia and the Serie A season so far.

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In this episode of Campbells Footballs I am joined by freelance Commentator and amputee footballer Stuart Mitchell to discuss his time in football. We discuss Stuart's time representing his country as well as life playing for Dundee United. How different and difficult is amputee football? How does being an amputee affect every day life? I also chat to Stuart about his time as a freelance football Commentator so far, his influences and more.

In this Sunday's BONUS CAMPBELL'S FOOTBALLS podcast, Aberdeen fan Andy McNeill joins me to discuss his time following Aberdeen. Andy currently lives in Glasgow and we discuss the dynamics of what it is like down there. Andy also picks his best XI plus reminisces about his grandfather who used to play for Aberdeen and had a distinctive career of his own...

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Chief Football Writer @TimesSport Henry Winter joins me for this episode of Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in football. We talk life in journalism as well as Henry's time in Scotland as a student at Edinburgh University. We also chat about Henry's life following the England national team as well as his relationship with Scotland, it's sports writers and more. A cracking insight!

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In this episode of Campbells Footballs, I chat with former Partick Thistle and Edinburgh City defender Conrad Balatoni about his time in football. We chat about Conrad's time at youth level at Hearts, his time at a range of clubs, working with managers such as Alan Archibald and his other life now as an estate agent. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Ben Mitchell, Football Development & Coach Education Co-ordinator at the Scottish FA, joins me on #CampbellsFootballs to talk about his time in football and his journey in coaching. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs I chat with The Athletic's Rob Tanner about his career in football. Lots of journalism chat including following Tamworth, Birmingham City and Leicester City. We chat aplenty about the Foxes recent upturn in fortunes and what life was like working and chatting with people such as Nigel Pearson, Sven Goran Eriksson, Claudio Ranieri and Brendan Rodgers. We also chat about Rob's book "5000-1: The Leicester City Story" and reminisce about that season. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I chat with the current manager of Formartine United Paul Lawson about his career in football. In Part 1 we chat about Paul's playing days starting off at Celtic's youth academy before spending much of his playing days at Ross County and Motherwell. In Part 2 we discuss Paul's time at Formartine United in the Highland League and chat about time in management.

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Brora Rangers manager Steven Mackay joins me to discuss his time in football. In part 1, we discuss Steven's career at Ross County which involved playing with guys such as Mark Hateley and being managed by Neale Cooper. We then explore Steven's time at Elgin City, Peterhead and Nairn County. In Part 2, we discuss Steven's management time at Brora, life in the Highland League, locking horns with Steven's idol Ally McCoist and more. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Fraserburgh manager Mark Cowie joins me to discuss his time in football. In part 1, we discuss Mark's career with a successful Fraserburgh team as well as spells as Deveronvale and Turriff United. In Part 2, we discuss Mark's management time at Fraserburgh, life in the Highland League and that Scottish Cup match against Rangers amongst other stories In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music

This episode of Campbell's Footballs podcast sees me chat with the chairman of Larne FC in Northern Ireland, Gareth Clements. We discuss the impact investor Kenny Bruce of Purple Bricks has made on the club, chat about life in the Danske Bank Premiership and other fab stories. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode Dave Robertson from Pie and Bovril joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his journey in football but also to give me more of an insight into Pie and Bovril and how it continues to provide the staple diet for many in the world of Scottish football. Dave is a St Mirren fan and there is plenty of discussion around the Buddies in this latest discussion. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music

Bo'ness United Juniors player Kenny Knox joins me on Campbell's Footballs to talk about his time in football. We discuss Kenny's career as a player and also life in the dugout at Camelon Juniors. There is also plenty of discussion about good times and bad times in football as well as how best Kenny balances life in football with also his job and other activities outside of football. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music

Journalist and Celtic fan Hamish Carton joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in football. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music

Nairn County fan Michael Bochel joins me for the 60th episode of the Campbell's Footballs podcast. Michael is the Digital Marketing Manager for the Scottish FA and is also the Co-host of the Scottish Football Marketing Podcast. Plenty of interesting chat in this podcast which is produced in association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music

This episode of Campbell's Footballs sees me chat to Partick Thistle fan and journalist Euan Robertson about his career in football. Plenty to discuss here about Euan's time at Stirling University as well as his experiences at the Scotsman and on radio. We wrap up by discussing our greatest Partick Thistle XIs of our lifetimes. Will favourites such as Kris Doolan and Kenny Arthur make the grade? Be sure to tune in and find out. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music

Statistical maestro for the NI Football League Marshall Gillespie joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in football. As well as talking to me about his love for recording data and information about the NI League and at international level, Marshall lets me into some fab stories of working with Michael O'Neill, Lawrie Sanchez and Nigel Worthington. One for any fans associated with Northern Irish football but also a lot of interest to Scottish football fans also. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music

talkSPORT's Sam Matterface joins me on this episode of Campbell's Footballs to discuss his career in football. Hear how Sam was influenced by Clive Tyldsley and others, life working with Stuart Pearce, Stan Collymore and others and how he mixes everyday life with love of football. Listen intently to hear Sam's involvement with the ITV reality show Dancing on Ice and of course life at talkSPORT. In Association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

The co-founder of Half Space SE Sports and Entertainment Agency Sanjit Atwal joins me for this episode of Campbell's Footballs to discuss his journey in football. We look into Sanjit's involvement in marketing, media and design over the course of his time at Squawka and helping out with other major football and sports organisations. Tune in for Sanjit's influence by Steve McManaman and Pele. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music.

Legendary Partick Thistle goalkeeper Kenny Arthur joins me on this episode of Campbell's Footballs to discuss his journey in football. We reminisce about the Partick days - playing alongside Scott Paterson, Alan Archibald and Stephen Craigan as well as look at Kenny's journey down south and then back up north. We also discuss KA Goalkeeping as well.

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Former writer for ESPN and Eurosport Nick Miller joins me for an episode of Campbell's Footballs to discuss his career in football. Nick is the editor of the Totally Football Show which is one of my favorite podcasts and has had the pleasure of working with the legendary James Richardson of Gazetta Football Italia fame as well as journalists such as James Horncastle, Raphael Honigstein, Julien Laurens and Alvaro Romeo.

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Football commentator Dan O'Hagan joins me for this episode of Campbell's Footballs to chat about his life in football so far. Dan has had a fabulous career so far in radio and TV and has had some great experiences working at World Cups in Brazil and South Africa. Tune in to hear a fabulous story centering on Alan Brazil and a tribute to Peter Drury as well as Dan's time working at Manchester United and more.

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This episode of Campbell's Footballs sees me chat to former Bournemouth, Charlton Athletic, Ipswich Town and Republic of Ireland midfielder Matt Holland about his career in football and also his new role in media. We discuss: working under George Burley and Alan Curbishley - who were the real characters at Ipswich - some of the quality of Charlton - Republic of Ireland memories including that Cameroon goal at World Cup 2002 in Korea and Japan - Life post football - working at Premier League TV and on radio outlets such as talkSPORT - working with Adrian Durham and Matt's memories from Russia 2018 World Cup.

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Former Gretna, Dundee United, St Johnstone, Hearts and Carlisle United full back Danny Grainger joins me for this latest episode of the Campbells Footballs podcast. We reminisce around the Gretna days - being inspired by Brooks Mileson and Rowan Alexander and playing alongside Alan Main, Derek Townsley, James Grady and others. I also chat to Danny about playing at Dundee United and St Johnstone as well as winning the Scottish Cup as a player with Hearts. There is a fantastic tribute to Paulo Sergio in our discussion and Danny gave me an unbelievable insight on his emotions during that final against Hibernian in which Hearts win 5-1 and Danny scores a penalty in the final. Danny also talked to me about his times at Carlisle United too and finished up by discussing his time now as player/manager at Workington Town.

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This podcast sees me chat to Newcastle United fan Josh Chapman. Josh is known as 'The Kitman' on Twitter and this podcast not only chats about Josh's love for Newcastle but also his desire for football kits.

We discuss:

Josh's love for Alan Shearer and other characters like Kevin Keegan
memorable kits
Lincoln City and more

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In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I chat to Andrew Sinclair of SI Games, the entertainment company who produce the world renowned computer game Football Manager. I also chat to Andrew about:

following Arsenal and Partick Thistle
tricks of the trade on how to do well at Football Manager

-podcasting and more

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The Mail on Sunday's Oliver Holt joins me on this episode of Campbell's Footballs to talk me through his journey through the world of journalism.

what made him get into football and sport generally in the first place

- from the Liverpool Echo to The Times

A great story about Bobby Robson as well

- following England at Major championships

- to the daily Mirror - widening of the sporting bases

The Mail on Sunday
Sunday Supplement

- Is it hard to be a journalist for a series of high profile newspapers? Is it similar to footballers in the fact that you can get judged for the standard of writing you produce for your articles? How easy is it to keep strong mentally from criticism/abuse on social media for e.g.

- what is a standard week for yourself? How much preparation would you have to do in advance of say a big England game or a Champions League final for instance?

advice for budding journalists

- who is the most intriguing person you've either interviewed or written about

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Andy Barrowman is my latest guest on the Campbell's Footballs podcast. Andy has been involved at no fewer than FIFTEEN clubs throughout his career and I was keen to learn more about his journey in football. We talk about being influenced by Dario Gradi, Steve Bruce, Craig Brewster, Derek Adams and Jim McIntyre, memories with County and Caley and life post football. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music

Highly esteemed Scottish football writer Darryl Broadfoot joins me for this episode of Campbell's Footballs to talk about his journey in football. This episode Involves some interesting recollections from Darryl's time working as PR and Communications Manager at the Scottish FA as well as some more funnier stories about his media times at BBC Scotland and at Clyde Radio. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music.

Current East Fife player and host of the Lower League Ramblings podcast Danny Denholm joins me for this episode. We discuss life at Forfar, Arbroath and other clubs as well as find out how he balanced life as a part time footballer and his other job as a teacher. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music

Former Dundee, Aberdeen and Rangers midfielder Gavin Rae joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his career in football. We also discuss Gavin's time at Cardiff City as well as how he is doing in Australia. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

In this episode I chat with statistician Jonny Blain about his involvement within football, We discuss Matt's work on a daily and weekly basis, the preparation that is required to get things right. Also, tune in for an interesting anecdote involving former Arsenal and Zenit player and some toothpaste... Plenty of Spurs chat and some connections with Queen of the South FC also are part of the show!

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The host of Football CFB's Callum McFadden joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his connections with football. Stay tuned for an Interesting insight into Callum's journey into podcasting and we speak about some of the figures he's spoken to so far. One for all this one! In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music

Freelance sports illustrator and designer Matt Raymond joins me on this episode to discuss his involvement in football. We also particularly talk about Women's Football and about Matt's love for Hibernian FC.

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Former Dundee United and Celtic defender Mark Wilson joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his career in football. We also delve into Mark's management journey so far at Airdrieonians and his current club Brechin City.

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Former Irish League striker Chris Morgan joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his career at some of the biggest clubs in Northern Ireland. We delve into Chris' time at clubs such as Crusaders, Linfield and Glentoran as well as some other stories.

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Retired football referee Kenny Clark joins me for a special edition of Campbell's Footballs to discuss his refereeing career, particularly centering on some of the biggest games in Scottish football and at major finals. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music

On this episode of Campbell's Footballs, local north east lad Neil Robertson Murray joined me to discuss his involvement in football over the years. Things we discussed:

-life at amateur football - some fab stories here!

involvement with Aberdeen FC - inspired by Eoin Jess in particular.
HM 5000 charity event
From Aberdeen to Salford FC - connecting with Adam Rooney and Graham Alexander
Dons Legends XI V Fans Xi - craic with Joey Harper, Barry Robson, Eugene Dadi and more!
Midweek football review
Weekend predictions and more

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After discussing Craig's playing days and journey with Scotland in Part 1, the second half turns to Craig's time in club management where he enjoyed decent spells at Preston NE, Motherwell and Aberdeen Tune in for some #greatcraic in this episode, with notable stories including what happened to Tam Cowan's pal at Motherwell's 6-6 draw with Hibernian, an interesting story about Ricardo Fuller, what is Archie Knox really like as a person, who did Craig really want to sign at Aberdeen but couldn't get over the line, Craig's views on VAR and lots lots more. In association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music

This episode of Campbell's Footballs involves me chatting to the Diversity and Inclusion Manager at the Scottish Football Association David McArdle about inclusion in football.

We discuss how a range of groups such as LGBT and people with learning and physical disabilities can get involved in football. The show leads onto chatting about other issues such as how football is doing its bit to tackle mental health and onto a little bit about Football Memories and what it can do to help people with dementia

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In this special episode of Campbell's Footballs, I chatted to former Raith Rovers, St Johnstone and Inverness CT striker Gregory Tade about his career in football.

Moments include:

his times at lower league clubs of Scottish football
working under John McGlynn, John Brown, Derek Ferguson, Terry Butcher etc.
Great times at Raith Rovers
his ventures to Romania
dealing with racism
that Champions League moment
greatest jokers in the dressing room
Life outside of football (ambitions and dreams!)
Predictions for the Scottish game going forward.

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NEW PODCAST!

Local celebrity Russell Cannon joined me to discuss:

his footballing career at a range of levels from juvenile football, welfare football, junior level and at Auchnagatt Barons
why he regards Glenn Sangster as one of his heroes! #MutualManLove
Why is Russell really called 'White Pele'?
weekend review - is the title over?
Europa League and Scottish Cup Preview
Weekend Predictions

In assocation with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Available on Soundcloud and hopefully on other platforms too (having techanical gremlins currently!)

The host of Radio Clyde FM'S Superscoreboard Gordon Duncan joined me on this podcast to discuss:

how he got into football in the first place
Inspired by Peter Martin
Superscoreboard - the format of the show, working with Hugh Keevins, Alex Rae, Mark Wilson amongst others
Review of Hamilton v Aberdeen
Preview weekend's games and predictions

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music

This latest episode sees me joined by BT Sport commentator Rory Hamilton.

On this show we discuss Rory's career from Scotsport to Setanta to BT Sport. We unlift the lid on what it really is like to work with Darrell Currie, Chris Sutton, Michael Stewart and Stephen Craigan too. We also delve into Rory's love of snow sports when he is not working in the commentary box.

We review the last 16 of the Scottish Cup: Are Celtic still the team to beat? Did 4-1 flatter Rangers at Hamilton? Did we see Livingston's defeat to Inverness coming? We assess the quarter final draw too.

We also preview the midweek matches in the Scottish Premiership including a tough trip for Aberdeen to Hamilton and whether Rangers can get back to being on Celtic's coat tails as they travel to a resurgent Kilmarnock.

Produced in association with Toby Johnson Music and Rory Hope Music.

This episode of Campbell's Footballs sees me joined by local media guru Matthew Findlay. Matt and I have known each other since 2004/2005 and on the show we reflect on how Matt's career has evolved since we left school.

We discuss:

the move from Aberdeen to Ayr
the Burst Baw Podcast
involvement with Aberdeen FC
That's TV Scotland
Aspirations for the future

We also review the weekend's action as well as preview the Scottish Premiership midweek games and the last 16 of the Scottish Cup.

In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Welcome to Part 1 of a special episode of Campbell's Footballs where I had the amazing opportunity to speak to former Scotland manager Craig Brown.

In Part 1 we discuss:

what made Craig make the move into football in the first place?
his playing days, notably his time with a fantastic Dundee side.
the transition from player to manager
from Clyde to Scotland
France 1998, notably Brazil
Scotland's chances of qualifying for Euro 2020.

This latest episode of Campbell's Footballs saw me joined by Sky Sports commentator Ian Crocker.

On the show I discuss with Ian about his commentary career and find out about life at Capital FM, Sky and for a short period of time at Setanta Sports. I also find out who were Ian's influencers when he was starting out.

We also discuss some of Ian's best games and commentary moments as well as find out more about the engagement with people such as Davie Provan and Andy Walker.

We wrap up the show by giving our predictions for the weekend's matches as well as assess Scotland's chances for qualifying for Euro 2020 and who will win the title race between Celtic and Rangers.

In association with Toby Johnson Music.

This latest podcast sees me talking to the host of talkingbaws Danny Caw. We discuss Danny's journey to date; notably how people such as Rob MacLean, Darrell Currie and Hugh Keevins have inspired his career development. We also discuss the experience being alongside Darrell, Michael Stewart, Ally McCoist, Chris Sutton and others on the Ladbrokes Social Club. We delve into the last 16 draw for the Scottish Cup and give our predictions for the fixtures in the Scottish Premiership for the weekend of 25th January. We also pick our potential cup upsets from this weekend's FA Cup matches. In association with Toby Johnson Music

It's a William Hill Scottish Cup 4th round special and who better to join me to discuss the weekend's games than with BBC Sport Scotland and BT Sport commentator Rob MacLean. Tune in for an excellent insight into Rob's career and also have a listen to what we predict for the cup games this weekend.

Journalist and Celtic supporter Anthony Joseph joined me on this show to discuss his career and life working in and around a selection of media outlets.

Anthony was a former news reporter for the Evening Express in Aberdeen and the Daily Mail and is also a regular contributor to the Totally Football Podcast as well as a Features Editor at Kicca

We also discuss the recent Old Firm derby fallout and give our predictions for this weekend's English Premier League action.

David McCracken joined me to discuss his footballing career and how he is adapting to life as one half of the current managerial setup at Falkirk alongside Lee Miller.

Latest episode with former Celtic and Kilmarnock striker Cillian Sheridan. Good to discuss times in Scotland as well as life with current Israeli side Ironi Kiryat Shmona.

Bumper podcast with Derek Rae now up for your listening pleasure!

I hope you enjoy my conversation with a guy who has provided us with some excellent commentary over the years.

Some great stories and a fantastic insight!

Motherwell U18s coach Diarmuid O'Carroll joined me to chew the fat on my latest Campbell's Footballs show. Give it a listen and let me know what you think.

A Fine career Diarmuid had especially at Crusaders and Cliftonville. Lots of Celtic connections as well as times at Ross County and Morecambe.

Campbell's Footballs travels to Wales and specifically to Connahs Quay for this show. I chat to their manager Andy Morrison about his remarkable footballing career both as a player and manager to date...

Andy discusses with me:

playing under Msrs Allardyce, Dalglish and Royle
name drops some big footballing players too!
life from a player to management.
that night at Kilmarnock
Life in Wales

In association with Toby Johnson Music

This show involves me chatting to Emma Hunter, one half of Aberdeen FC Women's team to discuss their fantastic season and also Women's football in more depth.

In association with Toby Johnson Music

Lots of fantastic stories shared with former Dundee United, St Mirren and Aberdeen defender Lee Mair on this episode of Campbell's Footballs

These include winning the Scottish League Cup with the Buddies, swapping shirts with a World Cup and Champions League winner and scoring a match winning header against Rangers.

It was fantastic to hear some of the amazing managers and players Lee played under and with during his professional career too.

Latest show with Craig Gamble.

Discussing:

Liverpool - out of sight at the top in England?

Is it too close to call between Celtic and Rangers in Scotland?

International Preview and predictions.

In association with Toby Johnson Music

New podcast with fellow podcasters The Waffle is now up and running for you to listen to.

A bumper one this week with plenty to get our teeth too. Plenty of Irish League discussion but also some Scottish and English football craic too.

In association with Toby Johnson Music

BBC Match of the Day commentator Guy Mowbray joined me for the craic and some wild predictions. Interested to learn about Guy's amazing career to date being involved on major TV stations from Eurosport, ITV and BBC. Guy has famously been the main man in the box for some major football events from Sergio Aguero's title winning goal v QPR in 2012 to Lampard's "ghost" goal against Germany in 2010 World Cup in Bloemfontein.

Guy is also a big York City fan.

In Association with Toby Johnson Music

Featuring Gary Bloom; sports commentator and presenter of the "On the Sporting Couch" podcast on Talksport. Gazzetta Football Italia legend.

Discussing Gary's life in sports media, psychology & psychotherapy.

Working alongside people such as Peter Brackley and Clive Tyldesley amongst others.

A fascinating insight.

One of my great pals Glenn Sangster joins me this episode to discuss:

Discussing:

Life in Amateur Football - with particular mention to Auchnagatt Barons

The legacy of Fernando Ricksen

EFL Cup and BetFred Cup Preview

What is going on at Tottenham? Does their poor form threaten to jeopardise their top 4 aspirations?

Who can challenge for the top 4? Leicester and West Ham - is that conceivable?

In association with Toby Johnson Music

BBC Northern Ireland football commentator Michael Clarke joins me to discuss a compelling Northern Irish Footballing season so far. We also reminisce about Liam Boyce and David Healy.

A lower league special of Campbell's Footballs so the guys have been talking about their respective clubs: Clyde, Inverness CT and Ipswich.

In association with Toby Johnson Music

For this episode I was joined by Liam Tedcastle and Kieren Smith in my first double act of the season.

We discussed

Bolton and Bury

Who has the safest job in Scottish football?

Europa League

Predictions

Liam's new EP...

Comments appreciated!

BBC Sport Scotland's Paul Mitchell joins me for this episode and we were discussing:

life as a sports commentator
BetFred Cup review and quarter final draw
Europa League preview for Celtic and Rangers
Predictions
Questions for Paul

Podcast as always in association with Toby Johnson Music.

Manchester Musician Rory Hope joins me on the show for this episode.

We discuss mainly about Music and Manchester United.

Top Aberdeen FC fan and icon Glen Schreuder joined me on this episode. Lots of European chat plus the start of the season has commenced...

In association with Toby Johnson Music.

My good friend Gavin joins me for this episode of the show.

Discussing:

The 3A's - Aberdeen. Arsenal and Arbroath

Betfred Cup Last 16 Draw

Gavin's Predictions for the season

In association with Toby Johnson Music

Scott Robertson my guest on this episode

Discussing:

Rangers - is this their best chance to stop Celtic winning yet another title?

-Liverpool - what do they need to do to finally win the Premier League title?

BetFred Cup story so far - whose looking good and whose struggling?
Aberdeen. Rangers, Wolves, Celtic in Europe - reaction to the draws
Gareth Bale - where does he go from here? Back to the PL?
Transfer Talk - what's caught our eye so far?

In Association as always with Toby Johnson Music.

Latest episode with Alan Craig has arrived!

Discussing:

300 not out for Derek McInnes.

Celtic and Rangers as good as through. Kilmarnock? Can they get past the plucky Nomads?

Transfer talk - Maguire/Tierney/Trippier

Steve Bruce - are Newcastle doomed?

Whole season predictions - top 4, bottom 3 etc.

Betfred Cup predictions

Juventus/FIFA debacle...

1st episode of Campbell's Footballs with Martin Stone is here!

We discussed:

Women's World Cup

Scottish sides in Europe (Celtic, Rangers, Aberdeen and Kilmarnock)

The BetFred Cup

Zany Predictions

In association of course with Toby Johnson Music.