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Northern Ireland’s number one commercial radio station’s dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Ballymena’s Adam Lecky gives his view on transfer speculation and Glentoran’s Navid Nasseri’s confident prediction ahead of this weekend’s Irish Cup quarter-finals.
Also tributes to Harry Gregg & Craig Stanfield 🌹⚽️
This week's show was recorded before the news broke of the tragic passing of Jerry Thompson. Our thoughts are with his familly, friends and everyone assocated with Carrick Rangers
"Watching on the TV my head was wrecked, I was so glad to get back playing again." Glenavon winger Josh Daniels chats injury, Lurgan Blues recent form, full-time football and being tipped by manager Gary Hamilton as the Irish League's 'next big star'
"I really miss management, i've a lot to offer. Hopefully in time it's something I can resurrect". Ex-Ards boss Colin Nixon talks sacking, his future and this season's title race alongside Crusaders' Jarlath O'Rourke
"It's fustrating, i'm desperate to start playing again". Linfield midfielder Kyle McClean talks Blues transfer delay, title hopes & more alongside Larne’s Fuad Sule
“We're desperate for Michael to stay” Craig Cathcart sums up feelings of Northern Ireland players ahead of upcoming Euro qualifiers against Netherlands and Germany
"One game at a time." Eoin Bradley says the Bannsiders are not getting carried away with recent league success
Coleraine FC sit top of the table and are unbeaten since Oran Kearney returned as manager
Warrenpoint Town FC have parted ways with manager Stephen McDonnell. "I think everyone at the minute is a bit down, but Stevie is a top man." Captain Fra McCaffrey spoke on our show before last night's announcement
"It's madness, I don't think they've thought it through properly." Glentoran forward Darren Murray on becoming the first player to be sent-off for failing to obey the new Irish League substitutiton rules. He guests alongside Coleraine FC winger Jamie Glackin. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"My heart says Northern Ireland... but my head says Netherlands" Gerry Armstrong gives his verdict on crunch Euro 2020 qualifier in Rotterdam alongside Glenavon keeper Jonny Tuffey. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Northern Ireland’s number one commercial radio station’s dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"I'm not going to stop believing in what we're doing." The Irish League's youngest manager Stephen McDonnell is refusing to abandon his tactical approach, despite Warrenpoint Town losing all 6 opening games. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"Linfield might have a bit of a 'European hangover', we're in good form, the whole team are up for it." Glentoran frontman Robbie McDaid reckons it's not a bad time to face the Blues ahead of the first 'Big Two derby' of the season. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"We're top of the group, we haven't played Germany or Holland yet but they'll be wary of us," Shayne Lavery on Euro 2020 qualification, earning second cap & THAT goal. Stars alongside Liam Donnelly and Stuart Dallas, previewing the upcoming Luxembourg and Germany games. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"They are still legends of the club and are welcome back at any time." Mick McDermott talks Glentoran's plans and controversial departures of Paul Leeman and Gary Smyth. Rodney McAree also guests on this week's show. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
We've taken the show on the road to Seaview this week. Crusaders boss Stephen Baxter talks Wolves & summer signings and Ballymena United center-back Johnny Addis features after his weekend wonder goal against Larne. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
The BetMcLean Football Show is back and this season we're taking it on the road! "I might have the hunger to come back - you never know". Roy Carroll isn't rulling out a return to football. The ex-Manchester United keeper has also been keeping a close eye on Linfield's European exploits. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"I am shocked, I wasn't expecting it! It's an honour to be named on the same trophy as those guys." Linfield defender Jimmy Callacher on being named Ulster Footballer of the Year 2019. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Despite a poor run of form, Crusaders defender Sean Ward says they're not worried about how it might affect next weekend's Irish Cup Final. The Belfast club will be heavily favoured to lift the Cup when they take on Championship side Ballinamallard. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"There would be no better way of clinching the title than against the current Champions Crusaders". Linfield chairman Roy McGivern talks Gibson Cup, Andy Waterworth future, Larne and more on this week's #DanskeBankPrem show. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Colin Nixon has opened up for the first time about his sacking from Ards in February. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Coleraine's Eoin Bradley and Ballinamallard boss Harry McConkey join Pete Snodden and Steven Beacom to preview this weekend's Irish Cup semi-finals.
"These are two games we have to win, if we can build momentum like we've shown in previous campaigns anything is possible." Northern Ireland's Stuart Dallas says they must beat Estonia and Belarus to begin road to Euro 2020. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"We've been a bit off it this year but we're still challenging for silverware and second place" Crusaders boss Stephen Baxter vows to keep on fighting despite trailing leaders Linfield by 14 points. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"We're not going to give up the Irish Cup lightly." Coleraine striker and former Northern Ireland international Dean Shiels previews this weekend's quarter final clash against Larne. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"We'll give a good account of ourselves and push for the top half..." Larne midfielder Jeff Hughes excited about the prospect of playing in the Danske Bank Premiership next season - they're 18 points clear at the top of the Championship. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Ballymena United captain Jim Ervin says the club is out to make amends for last year's League Cup final defeat. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Barry Gray has claimed players have too much power in football.The former Cliftonville boss was opening up about his 20-month rocky spell at Solitude. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"We'll take on Coleraine believing we can win" Dergview boss Ivan Sproule on Irish Cup sixth round tie guests alongside Ben Doherty on this week's show. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Kris Lindsay warns his Dungannon Swifts side against complacency as the club enjoys a real purple patch. Also guesting this week is former Carrick boss Davy McAlinden. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Portadown manager Matthew Tipton believes the club must achieve promotion from the Championship, otherwise this season will be considered a failure. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Linfield forward Jordan Stewart has revealed he would consider a return to full-time football in England - despite his unhappy spell with Swindon Town. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
In our Christmas Special Ballymena forward Adam Lecky opens up about the special bond between players which has seen them soar to the top of the league. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"My players must give their all in every game"... Rodney McAree lays down law in bid to rejuvenate Coleraine's season Bannsiders' boss joins Newry's Declan Carville as guest on our latest BetMcLean Football Show. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Ballymena boss David Jeffrey reveals the secret of his side's success this season. The Sky Blues sit second in the Danske Bank Premiership table and could go top with a win at Newry tomorrow night. Guests alongside Mark Sykes. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"I'm really enjoying my football again, I wish I had of come home earlier". Glentoran striker Robbie McDaid talks time at Leeds, title race, Ronnie McFall and previews this weekend's game against Coleraine, alongside Irish League legend Trevor McMullan. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"He's the most professional manager I know, we get Whatsapp messages on teams and every player." Dungannon Swifts captain Ryan Harpur chats Kris Lindsay, survival and fight to stay up alongside Linfield's Andrew Waterworth. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
"If they sort out their defence, Cliftonville can challenge for the title." Ex-Reds manager Gerard Lyttle talks full-time football and his future alongside Ballymena's James Knowles on this week's show. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Coleraine midfielder Stephen Lowry admits they may have got a little "carried away" with Danske Bank Premiership title talk - after enjoying one of the best seasons in the club's history. He says they may have taken their success for granted, also guesting this week is Ards boss Colin Nixon. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Glenavon's Josh Daniels and new Dungannon Swifts boss Kris Lindsay special guest on this week's show. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Legendary Irish League manager Roy Coyle on becoming Irish League's top manager and being picked up for an interview with Linfield's Board in a gold Roller. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
Glentoran coach Gary Smyth says there's a new buzz about the Oval at the moment. During his playing days Smyth helped the Glens win a haul of trophies that included two Irish League titles. He talks about the club getting back to where it needs to be alongside the Danske Bank Premiership's youngest boss - Warrenpoint's Stephen McDonnell.
Jamie Mulgrew has branded Linfield's 2017-18 season "unacceptable" and said they are ready to make amends. The Linfield captain believes new league leaders Glenavon, are genuine title contenders. Mulgrew is joined on the show this week by Institute boss Paddy McLaughlin.
New Coleraine boss Rodney McAree speaks exclusively to Cool FM ahead of his first Danske Bank Premiership game in charge. McAree acknowledges Oran Kearney who left the Showgrounds for Scottish Premiership side, St Mirren, will be a hard act to follow. Joining him on this week's show is Crusaders keeper Sean O'Neill.
Eoin Bradley from Coleraine and Sammy Clingan from Glenavon guest on this week's show. Northern Ireland's number one commercial radio station's dedicated weekly football show, covering the Danske Bank Premiership and NI international games, interviewing players and managers. Airs every week.
International special featuring Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill and Kyle Lafferty ahead of this weekend's upcoming UEFA Nations League match against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
"We are ready to win the title." Bannsiders striker Aaron Burns on Coleraine's huge league ambitions - guests alongide Newry City boss Darren Mullen this week