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The crew are joined by Jonathan Higgins and Alexander Zotov to dig into the mess Ruasian football finds itself in.
Jonathan Higgins explains why dreams can come true for minnows and the team discuss the prospect of players not returning to Russia.
Nima Roodsari joins to talk Inter Milan and Italian football. The team question pressure on Daniil Medvedev to 'announce' and the BFFQuiz.
After 2 yesrs we finally get Vasily Artemyev in studio and it is worth the wait! He talks 6 Nations plus rugby in Russia. The gang discuss the collapse in Loko and Spartak's latest embarassment.
The most difficult and draining Capital Sports ever. Little light at the end of the tunnel and the sports world turning on Russia. The brilliant Thierry Vildarry joins to give the most honest takes on the Winter Olympics, doping and the cost of war.
With former guests Tarasova + Morozov grabbing Silver, Beijing bid farewell to the most hated Olympics since the last one. Russian football returns as does Alexander Zotov. Plus Alina Miagkova reports from Italy and Hellas Verona!
Another doping case to deal with and Russia again in the spotlight. Paul Hook joins to preview the Superbowl and Alina reports from Verona.
The gang are joined by Kieron Stewart of the Transfer Exchange Show to talk football and more. While in studio Rugby Club Fili tell about their fight for a home field. And a special guest joins from isolation in Italy.
Steve Kay joins Andy Mc to talk football transfers, while Iseult and Andrew delve into the choppy waters of sportsperson misbehaving. Why are journalists so reluctant to blow the whistle?
A deep dive into the world of sports and the first part of discussion on the legacy of Lamine Diack with his son Papa. Plus the latest football transfer news.
2022 sees Capital Sports tackle the wild tale of Novak Djokovic, Rafa Benitez and Fedor Smolov. The Transfer Exchange Show boys join to discuss who is and isn't on the move
A stellar line up on Capital Sports. We round up the biggest events of the year and find out everyone's highs, lows and hopes for 2022.
A stellar line up on Capital Sports. We round up the biggest events of the year and find out everyone's highs, lows and hopes for 2022.
As covid waves goodbye to more sports fixtures, the team try to predict what's coming down the line. John Nichols joins to discuss the ongoing fight for justice against overwhelming odds in US Gymnastics.
Russian football stops for Winter while the English game staggers on. Prof. Jon Pike to talk the thorny topic of transgender athletes and how they are failed by authorities.
CSKA Moscow star Sh'Nia Gordon talks about her favourite hotdog toppings while assessing the standard of football in Russia. Peter Staunton of goal.com talks mustard and the Goal 50. The team discuss just why Loko were happy to lose their man.
Man Utd pull the trigger and Andrew Flint is joined by Danny Armstrong and Karan Tejwani to discuss what comes next. Iseult rejoices over resurgent Spurs and Peter P talks Enes v LeBron.
The Transfer Exchange boys join to discuss the rights and wrongs of going to Qatar and mandatory vaccinations. While the team bemoan Russia's lost chance and Peter P's Granny's psychic ability.
Author and publisher James Corbett joins to discuss his debut novel, The Outsiders, and how Spurs are lining up Conte.
A wild weekend of results with Ole almost gone. Plus Nima Roodsary talking the state of Serie A.
Spartak Moscow collapse in St. Petes and United battered in Manchester.
Jonathan Higgins joins the gang to discuss Ireland's turnaround, Saudi's taking over and Russia's progress to Qatar.
Legendary commentator Derek Rae joins to talk about his love for German football and the chances of Russia going to Qatar are to the fore.
New York Times' Global sports reporter Tariq Panja joins to discuss dark arts in the transfer market and FIFA's rationale for a biennial World Cip.
Plus the BFF Quiz reloads after listening to Artem Dzyuba's change of heart.
The gang discuss the prospect of a FIFA World Cup every 2 years with Footballers Union CEO Alexander Zotov.
Valeri Karpin rescues Russia, for now, while CSKA Moscow falter. Peter Staunton of Goal.com joins to talk Cristiano Ronaldo and stays on for the Big Fat Filthy Quiz.
Zambian Olympian Tilka Paljk joins to talk her path to Tokyo and the challenges she continues to face.
The Russian team is given a once over and a perfect preview of upcoming Russian Premier League matches.
Leaping our of Summer the team talk Russia's upcoming football failure, Cristiano Ronaldo, football transfers and of course, the Big Fat Filthy Quiz.
Steve Kay from The Transfer Exchange Show joins to talk football transfers while the gang assess Valeri Karpin's 1st Russian team. Plus will Messi join Beckham in a sarong, in Miami?
Capital Sports is boarded by a Pirate (Irwin) as the AFP legend talks Tokyo and books. The gang run through Russian and English Premier leagues and the #BFFQuiz is back.
Kirill Breydo joins to talk Russian football and Loko's deep issues. The gang discuss how Simone Biles might not be as on the level as we hope. And the Big Fat Filthy Quiz turns crazy.
Karpin is appointed Russian coach, as predicted by Capital Sports, and we're joined by Alexander Zotov, CEO of the All Russia Football Players Union, and Ivan Zhidkov, Editor in Chief of Sport Daily.
Plus a debate about the Olympics, an RPL round up and a quiz collapse.
Jack Parrock and Thierry Vildary join the gang to discuss what to do with England fans and how to save cycling from itself.
We build up to the European Final with a full on preview of England and Italy, plus a look at Russia's coaching options and Conor McGregor's doomed future.
Down to the last 4 in the Euros and everyone is excited. Sha'Carri Richardson is a dope, apparently. Anastasia Pivovarova joins to talk life after sport
The team talk football, athletics, protests, transgender rights and the filthiest quiz on radio
The team talk football, athletics, protests, transgender rights and the filthiest quiz on radio
The team looks back at the Europa and Champions League finals, peeks at the upcoming Euros and are joined by journalist and author Jonathan O'Brien for a chat about his excellent book "Euro Summits".
1 week on from the "superleague" announcement, the project is on ice with torrents of hypocrisy from clubs, fans and media.
Goal.com's Peter Staunton joins to discuss what next for football and just where could Jurgen Klopp go.
As football continues to eat itself with the European Super League, the team are joined by Alexander Zotov and Jonathan Higgins to discuss the impact.
Capital Sports turns 4 and parties hard!
We announce the new Olympic sports and have our Big Fat Filthy Quiz.
In part 2 of this 2 part special we asked Larry McCarthy - why are the GAA World Games so important for the growth of Gaelic Games; his path to the Presidency; the non-Irish involved in the GAA and his hopes for the coming year.
This Sunday's Game returns with episode number 40 and the 1st of a 2 part interview with new GAA President Larry McCarthy.
In this show Larry tells the story of how he made the move to America after a chance meeting on an airplane. The GAA- support in going further in education, the importance of GAA's overseas community and why we're never far from home.
Known as the Professor in Seton Hall University, Larry describes just how Third Level sports in the US differ from those at home.
The team discuss what are the best sports books to enjoy this festive season and then end up discussing cannibalism. Before the show descends into near farce with the BFFQuiz.
Western Awakening: The show has a very green and red colour today though the talk will mostly be about the excellent initiative of #itsgoodtotalkgaa
David Brady has been a winner on and off the field, and his creation of the #itsgoodtotalkgaa has been a gamechanger for many. The idea has been copied by other sports organisations and gone far beyond spots. David joins to chat about the reason why he began it and surprises us with who has joined in.
Peter Staunton is a leading soccer writer and Senior Editor with the World's largest soccer website, goal.com. He's also from Castlebar and is waiting for the day when Sam is covered in green and red ribbons. He also gives a little insight into the "curse" that could yet prevent Mayo from an All-Ireland win.
From the Lee to the Amstel, introducing GGE's new Chairperson, John Murphy.
In our last show of November we catch up with the new Chair of Europe, John Murphy of Amsterdam (by way of Cork). We find out that Holland is not John's first stop since leaving Cork and that he almost didn't get the chance to play Gaelic Games.
He tells about his plans for 2020-21 and just how important it is to acknowledge best practices in our clubs and to make other GGE clubs aware of them.
And just what is his long term goal for Gaelic Games in Europe. And did we mention, he's from Cork?
A strong hour of radio with David Brady on his initative #itsgoodtotalkgaa and the need to listen. Stuart Gilhooley of the PFAI joins to talk Conan Byrne's #itsgoodtotalkloi and just how successful the League of Ireland has been this year. Alexander Zotov of the ARFPU talks player welfare too and how one club covered up a covid positive. And the 2 leaders of player unions join our multinational crew for the Big Fat Filthy Quiz!
As Stan Cherchesov teeters on the brink, we ask is it time to go? Liverpool's injury crisis and NFL covid outbreaks. Just how far should managers go to motivate players and should it stay in the dressing room. Bloody Sunday 1920 remembered and a massive BFFQuiz.
Special guests: Jonathan Higgins and John Murphy.
As Stan Cherchesov teeters on the brink, we ask is it time to go? Liverpool's injury crisis and NFL covid outbreaks. Just how far should managers go to motivate players and should it stay in the dressing room. Bloody Sunday 1920 remembered and a massive BFFQuiz.
Special guests: Jonathan Higgins and John Murphy.
Russia and Mainland Europe's #1 Radio Sports show, Capital Sports on Capital FM. The burning questions:- With leader Artem Dzyuba removed, how will Russia fare? How is the UEFA Nations League shaping up. Women's sports in focus. And NFL rundown. Head injuries in sports. GOAL 50 Winners with Peter Staunton. And the Big Fat Filthy Quiz.
We've gone to games since childhood, never thinking the unthinkable, that we might never return home. 100 years ago, on the 21st of November, 14 people went to watch a challenge match between Dublin and Tipperary at Croke Park. They never made it home.
Gaelic Games Europe and This Sunday's Game have produced a special 2 part series of shows with award-winning author and Sunday Times GAA Writer Michael Foley.
Michael, as well as being one of the leading GAA writers of our age, has also worked to lay to rest those for whom history had forgotten. In this show he talks about how he found himself, in 2007, asking just what happened that fateful day in 1920 and how it led him to standing beside a child's graveside, delivering a eulogy.
Russia and Mainland Europe's #1 Radio Sports show, Capital Sports on Capital FM. The burning questions:- With leader Artem Dzyuba removed, how will Russia fare? How is the UEFA Nations League shaping up. Women's sports in focus. And NFL rundown. Head injuries in sports. GOAL 50 Winners with Peter Staunton. And the Big Fat Filthy Quiz.
In Part 1 of Sunday's show Andrew Flint brings us through a topsy turvy time in Russian football with Artem Dzyuba losing his place in the National Team. Andy Mc looks at English football's mad weekend and Karan Tejwani joins to talk about his new book "Wings of Change" about the questionable Red Bull empire.
Iseult Cody has the top of the 3rd and the 2 Andy's join in a discussion of the week's news.
The team are joined by Justin McDermott of Jigsaw.ie to discuss the benefits of fitness, training and sport in getting mentally fit. With the case of young Jeremy Wisten still fresh, and media and public laughing at Artem Dzyuba, they ask just where does it stop.
Justin stays on to discuss how important it is to look out for teens and young people, but that we need to start with ourselves. Plus the vitality gained from a good sleep.
And the BFF Quiz rounds off another powerful show.
The first show of November tackles the perennial problems of fundraising and sponsorship, and looks ahead to where GGE could be in 10 years time. Just what are we doing right and what do we need to improve. How becoming even more inclusive and European will benefit us in the long run, and how we are getting some times right.
GGE's Chairperson Tony Bass and Sponsorship Officer Diarmuid O'Donovan joined us on Friday evening to discuss just what we need to focus on.
Just how inclusive are we? What do we do to ensure that everyone gets a game? That everyone has a place in our club? And are our Camog's and Ladies footballers given the same acknowledgement and support, time and resources as Hurlers and Men's footballers?
Enya Hand of the magnificent 20x20 campaign joins to discuss just how we can increase the visibility of women's sport in all areas and just how we can truly create a huge boost for future generations.
20x20 is 2 years old this month and while mainly Irish-based, all GGE clubs can get involved right now to make our clubs and community even better! We can make a long story short, today!
How much is too much? Asked to give a share of their wealth to support lower league clubs and the English Premier League show their fangs, ripping off fans unable to visit stadia. The foursome in the 4th tackle PPV.
Former British Cycling coach Ken Matheson joins to discuss the ongoing farce of the Freeman trial and just why we all need to take a step back and remember just what sport should be about. Corruption and pursuit of glory is killing sport, not just in Russia and the UK, but everywhere.
And the Big Fat Filthy Quiz has a special guest from the Moscow Shamrocks!
Diskoteka Avaria's Alexei Serov joined the team in studio to discuss just why football is so important for him and how can Russia improve conditions to develop the game.
Andrew Flint talks international break, covid and looks ahead to the return of the RPL. James Rower closes the transfer window and answers the question as to who won and lost.
With events and matches postponed or canceled, we need to find solutions or intelligent planning to sort out the sports world, our 4some in the 4th tackles it head on.
Gabe Polsky joins to talk about his latest docufilm, Red Penguins, and reminds us that sports should be about fun, love and freedom. And just what motivates him to have us think differently about how we view sport?
And the Big Fat Filthy Quiz has a very, very surprised and surprising winner!
From the 4some in the 4th to Michele Verroken to the Big Fat Filthy Quiz, Capital Sports took more steps on saving sport from itself!
In this second of our 2 part special with All-Ireland referee David Gough, we ask the question - Are we doing enough to make our organisation more inclusive - to combat discrimination and ensuring that from dressing room to pitch to stands, we are all one family?
While we can all pat ourselves on the back and thing we're all doing great, just how is the GAA for LGBT and minorities? Do people in rural areas feel comfortable living the lives they wish?
David continues to fight for inclusiveness and discusses one excellent project in Irish schools that just might be a game changer. And on a personal level, what else is left for a referee when they've reffed the biggest game of them all? Is there a referee's union? And do referees watch matches or other referees?
Andrew Flint reviews the action in the Russian Premier League and gives his opinion on why Spartak might be for real this time.
Kieron Stewart of The Transfer Exchange Show looks back at the weekend in England, explains why no fans is good fun, for players, and just who might be on the move this week.
Iseult Cody looks at the application of the handball rule that ruined her weekend, while Alex B reminds us that the NHL is still a thing
So many questions and so little time. We begin with the Russian Premier League and Andrew Flint, then head to England and Scotland to catch Andy Mc, Legal Eagle Iseult Cody answers what happens when games are postponed.
Alex B has a North American round up, the team discuss how Seb Coe can continue as head of World Athletics and how to clean up the sport, GFNY's Uli Fluhme answers the question "Should we believe in miracles" as Tadej Pogacar motors to victory in the Tour de France. And....the Big Fat Filthy Quiz!
So many questions and so little time. We begin with the Russian Premier League and Andrew Flint, then head to England and Scotland to catch Andy Mc, Legal Eagle Iseult Cody answers what happens when games are postponed.
Alex B has a North American round up, the team discuss how Seb Coe can continue as head of World Athletics and how to clean up the sport, GFNY's Uli Fluhme answers the question "Should we believe in miracles" as Tadej Pogacar motors to victory in the Tour de France. And....the Big Fat Filthy Quiz!
In this part 1 of a 2 part special, elite referee David Gough joins us to discuss the effect of covid on Dublin and refereeing. How knowing the rules means lifelong learning. And just why it's important to let the kids play!
He explains how there is no "warning" system in the rulebook, that supporters need to know this is our community and that we need to make sure we remember that we all belong.
David has been a great friend of the GAA in Europe and continues to support refereeing initiatives in our region. And as we mention at the top of the show, sure he's almost from Louth so we can let him away with being from Meath!
It's a non-stop job for GGE's Development Officer Ben McEntee. Even in lockdown he was helping set up clubs, organise grants and using Google Maps to make sure he knew where new clubs would be located.
From Limerick, via Carlow, Ben is in Eindhoven, Holland where the Shamrocks created some local history by fielding a hurling team and soon a Ladies football team.
We discuss the issues surrounding setting up clubs in Europe, of getting the balance right between Irish and Native, and most importantly, how to make the most of development funds!
A Moscow derby results in Sochi sitting top of the table, in England Liverpool struggle to beat new boys Leeds. McGregor is arrested and boxers sue managers.
Caradh O'Donovan talks how athletes need to stand together to fight for the rights of those around them and her own road to Olympic glory. Dmitry Derunets talks about Dynamo Moscow's return to Europe and their chances of progression.
North America gets a good look while we delve into the darkness of the Big Fat Filthy Quiz!
A Moscow derby results in Sochi sitting top of the table, in England Liverpool struggle to beat new boys Leeds. McGregor is arrested and boxers sue managers.
Caradh O'Donovan talks how athletes need to stand together to fight for the rights of those around them and her own road to Olympic glory. Dmitry Derunets talks about Dynamo Moscow's return to Europe and their chances of progression.
North America gets a good look while we delve into the darkness of the Big Fat Filthy Quiz!
The show returns to 2 hours and it goes very quickly! Jonathan Higgins of Virgin Media joins to preview the English Premier League and talk Liverpool's chances of a repeat. Peter Staunton, Senior Editor with Goal.com, talks the Messi scoop and how Goal.com is leading the football news world.
Anfrew Flint rounds up Russian football, Andy Mc and Iseult Cody chat sports news, while Alex B, Boz Zambia and Double N are all on to win gold in the Big Fat Filthy Quiz!
The show returns to 2 hours and it goes very quickly! Jonathan Higgins of Virgin Media joins to preview the English Premier League and talk Liverpool's chances of a repeat. Peter Staunton, Senior Editor with Goal.com, talks the Messi scoop and how Goal.com is leading the football news world.
Anfrew Flint rounds up Russian football, Andy Mc and Iseult Cody chat sports news, while Alex B, Boz Zambia and Double N are all on to win gold in the Big Fat Filthy Quiz!
Andrew Flint kicks off the show being confirmed as the an oracle after he rightly predicted where Alexei Miranchuk would end up. He also looks over the Russian Premier League and National Team, plus ahead to the English Premier League.
Thierry Vildary joins to discuss Le Tour, what was in Remco's pocket and how the makers of the "Lance" documentary dodged the hard questions. And will the weather play a factor in this year's race?
Finally we tackle the messy questions of Harry Maguire and Messi's next stop, with Andrew Flint, Andy Mc, Alex B and Boz Zambia.
As the last club in Europe returns to action this weekend, This Sunday's Game discusses what has to be done to keep Gaelic Games moving forward in Europe.
GGE Chairperson Tony Bass drops in for a chat between refereeing assignments and updates us on what's happening around the continent. How clubs need to get players and themselves registered, and just how GGE could provide yet another blueprint for the GAA, LGFA and Camogie Association.
Plus Tony has the final say on last year's Renault GAA World Games where Europe embraced the spirit and ethos of the 2019 event.
GGE's Secretary John White answers the call in Zurich and let's us know just how the vital club/player registration process is doing. He outlines the simple steps needed to take and how important it is for clubs to register 11 players and get a voice come Convention.
What took him from Laois to Switzerland? Just as importantly, just how has GAA in Zurich grown from a hurling club to a full multi-code GAA club that continues to grow.
We find out why Zambians are slower than their neighbours, why boxing is back banging, rugby guinea pigs, CFL's shut down, Russian football rising, Wigan questions, Central Asian leagues swinging, dusty football in Turkmenistan and more.
Plus just which club should you support in the Champions League semi-finals!
This week we're joined by GGE's Referee's Coordinator JJ Keaney. He explains some new rule changes as well as the importance of players and coaches actually understanding the laws of the games.
With sin bins, kick outs and marks all tweaked this season, the show is essential listening for anyone who wants to get the best from their game or team. Additionally, just how important is a good tackle in Ladies football and what has been happening off the field this year in Europe.
And we'll reminisce about last year's World Games where JJ and 3 referees from GGE enjoyed time with their Irish counterparts.
Why would a reputable journalist base a story on a criminal fugitive and 4 year old tweet? Did he mean to lie or is it something deeper? The team discuss Sunday's under-researched piece by the Mail on Sunday. Is it just a game or simple tabloid dross?
Why are Spartak facing penalties? Are their fans whingers? Should Celtic just hand over the title from shame? Why should women be restricted to 2 minute boxing rounds? Drogba enters the race as the Zambian title one finishes.
Plus who our hosts pick as places to hate, destroy or give a kick up the backside.
We round off our 2 part look back at the 2019 GAA World Games. We have 4 more players sharing their memories and views, plus a behind the scenes look at the club twinning initiative that took the World of GAA by storm.
Julie Lepitre of Paris Gaels/Team France, Orlaith Duffy Zaragoza/Team Iberia Irish Ladies, Tim Wooldridge Zaragoza/Team Iberia Native Men and Robin Scheich Darmstadt/Team Germany come alive at the mention of the World Games.
Alan Barry, Secretary of Tourin Ballinwillin GAA Club recounts the journey from being invited to host a team to the build up, event and lingering fond memories. Plus how the smallest club in Waterford played their part during the covid crisis.
And a little tip of the hat to the Deise as we end the show.
A huge thanks to all those who played, coached, managed, organised, bled, sweated and cried so that GGE showed what Gaelic Games truly are! To John Horan, Pat Daly and his team, to the people and clubs of Waterford who made the Renault GAA World Games 2019 the greatest sports event in Ireland in 2019! We all hope for more of the same in 2022!
Just how good are strip club hot wings? Is it tough to kill your Granny? Why does Andrew hate Burnley? What is Didier doing? Is back garden boxing a boom or bust?
A year to the day after they ended, we revisit the Renault GAA World Games 2019. GGE had the largeest contingent there and fully embraced the ethos of the event - Be part of something great!
In part 1 of this 2 part review, we speak with GAA's Pat Daly who brought the games to life and to his native Waterford. He tells us just who the GAA are and how the World Games can help the association grow in the right way.
And what is wellbeing and how is it related to the Kazan Action Plan? Pat has the answers and the awards!
We hear from 4 players who represented teams from GGE and it almost sounds like an idea for a Celia Ahern book - a Galician, a Frenchman, an Aussie and a Russian all arrived in Ireland and fell deeper in love, with Gaelic Games. Oli Garcia, Matthieu Coq, Wenjing Zhuang and Anna Borisova share their memories.
The team cover the usual wide range of issues and end up discussing just what Russia has been doing wrong. When everybody else is doing it, why is Russia alone in being targeted. Alan, Andrew, Iseult and Alex come up with ways to solve the conundrum!
Plus NBA and MHL rundowns, boxing is back, Bennell is back in court and the battle of the Russian misery porn is decided.
With David Walsh whitewashing criminals again, in favour of a perverted love story, what do we believe about doping in sports? Even chess is not above it all! Dejan Lovren arrives at double winners Zenit as we have only 2 weeks until the new season.
Luc Eymael gets fired for comparing Tanzanian football fans to dogs and monkeys. WNBA refuses to take a knee but to storm off the court instead.
And why a replacement dog might just be in order.
This Sunday's Game chats with GGE's Central Council delegate Marie Therese Dockery. Moving from Leitrim to Luxembourg she's moved from local to continental to global, helping GAA realise its potential.
She recounts her journey from exchange student to full time resident in one of Europe's most picturesque countries, all the way to representing Europe's interests in World GAA.
MT, as she is known, explains why the GAA needs to adapt to include its global family and just how much potential there is for Gaelic Games in Europe.Â
And just which star of big and small screen did she meet over breakfast in Dublin?
Dr. Anthony O'Connor is not just a front line hero, he is also a person who talks sense and loves the GAA.
The Corkonian tells of his pride in the role the GAA played and plays in times of crises while also noting where it can improve.
Why should sorry not be the hardest word to say? Because, as he says, we live in completely unprecedented times and politicians and leaders need to be strong enough, and media patient enough, to know things can change in a hurry.
And what power of three could see Cork win 2, or even 4?
Plus a tribute to a man who transcends sporting and cultural barriers in Ireland, who gave a nation pride in the flag and smiles on faces.
With new champions crowned in Turkey, the team dives into the contentious world of transgender rights in sports, with rugby and MMA in the spotlight.
How did Liverpool FC manage to squander even more of the goodwill towards their return to the top and a tragedy that could well have been prevented had adults not been looking for quick cash - the Alexandrovskaya suicide brings it home again.
It's a long way from Leitrim to Cameroon, so how did RTE Sports Journalist Raf Diallo meet Cameroon World Cup star Francois Omam Biyik in 1989?
We ask him how important GAA is in generating a sense of place and home, especially for those living abroad. He tells of the difficulty of fielding teams in rural schools and how that has a knock on effect for the GAA.
Having won all around him with Team 33, he is now producing amazing content for RTE, including a timely reminder of how Jack Charlton got Irish football flying in Iceland and an excellent series on Irish footballers who braved the wilds of Europe to make a living.
FC Sochi get bitten by karma as the Russian Cup semi-finals loom. Another US athlete skipping drug tests with hilarious excuses and Seb Coe knows no shame.
Central Asian football is on break as footballers look for work. African football rules against women and Zambia shows the power of 18. UFC in desperate times and Washington (insert name here) playing foul on and off the field.
The team pay tribute to Jack Charlton, the man who made a nation and her diaspora believe that it was ok to wave a tricolour, ok to sing rebel songs and ok to feel Irish.
Andrew recounts Man City's escape from justice, Iseult has questions about British Olympic doping and Double N tries to put his finger on Russian football.
This Sunday's Game caught up with Cork camog Saoirse McCarthy at her home near Kinsale. The Courcey Rovers and Cork player explained why age grade sport is vital for development.
A late arrival to the sport, she already has 3 All-Ireland medals in her haul, yet the rivalry with Kilkenny makes it all the more important to keep winning.
How has she and her colleagues coped with Covid? Is she missing out on the student life? And female sporting role models, how important are they to inspire young girls?
Making a sport more competitive, while also encouraging more participants and keeping the soul alive is a difficult challenge. Yet this is being met head on by GGE's Ladies Football Officer.
Athenia Alvarez Ferros fell in love with Gaelic Games and has enjoyed playing club football in 3 countries. Now based in Paris, she leads the charge for change.
Talking with This Sunday's Game she outlines the issues that GGE are resolving to make the game more interesting. How understanding the needs and mentality of female athletes is key to recruiting and retention. Why matches are vital and playing for other teams will only benefit everyone!
With almost 800 players across over 50 clubs, Ladies football is on the rise and Athenia will tell us how she plans to keep it so!
What's in a name? Why are North American sports teams beginning to change their moniker? Alex B braves the early hours to bring us a round up of the best news in North America.
On This Sunday's Game we find out the inspiration for one of Lady Gaga's songs and just how Gaelic Games in Europe are truly multicultural.
We're back in sunny Galicia to speak with Alexandre San Martin Costa, GGE's Coaching Officer. Since coming into the sport he has worked his way up the coaching ranks and strives to further improve the standard of coaching on the continent.
How does he manage to do this in an area stretching from Vladivostok to Vigo? Apart from distance, what other challenges does he face? How have the GAA in Ireland been embracing "foreign" coaches of Gaelic Games? And how he and his team are managing to continue their work despite coronavirus.
Choi Sook-hyun - remember this name. We might talk about sports in a lighthearted way, joke and poke fun. Yet we try our best to look at topics that need to be looked at in a human and productive way.
Khabib Nurmagomedov's Father passed, we look at both sides of his character - generous, genius, human - alcoholic, abusive, violent.
Choi Sook-hyun - abused, pushed, broken - not believed, not supported. The 22 year old Korean triathlete took her own life. Why did the system failed her as it fails us from Irish GAA to Kenyan athletics to English football.
Early Christmas gifts from the GAA with All-Ireland Finals in December. However in Europe we face a new reality.
Anthony McDermott, GGE Vice Chairperson, talks to us from Munich about the CCC guidelines of how we can finally get back into game action across Europe.
With German Gaelic Games on the rise, just how will we manage with current regions. In 2021 the European Super League is ready for the throw in, Anthony tells Alan that this should lead to even greater opportunities for clubs across Europe to develop, and increase GGE's profile further.
Is Khabib in need of an Irish passport? Whose couch is Alex B hiding under today? More mayhem in Russian football as Zenit clinch the title. Andy Mc disputes Liverpool's greatness claim. Iseult's tragic Father's Day stories. Andrew Flint on his dream man. And have we had enough football already?
Going native, Ireland's national sport being promoted by a German!
Of all the regions Gaelic Games are played, Europe has the greatest mix of nationalities, languages and cultures. And how better to push the fastest game on grass, than through a German native who fell in love with the game in Limerick.
Darmstadt-based Chris Bethe has scored a goal in Croke Park, played in two World Games and is GGE's Hurling Officer. Alan finds out how he came to love the sport and what he sees in the games future in Europe. As well as talking about the marvelous experience of the GAA World Games.
With the GAA following Europe's lead, just how big was the announcement on Saturday. As European clubs move from contact training to matches and tournaments, just how will the new reality be reflected in the organisation of events.
GGE Chairperson Tony Bass joins to discuss the new dawn for Gaelic Games in Europe and Ireland. Plus should we be more cautious in our new steps.
And why sports administrators need to take decisive action when public health and well being is in question - how not to behave like a certain Russian football club.
Why fair play disappeared in Russian football last week. Will US athletics and anti-doping finally take a stand against Christian Coleman? Why is Jarrell Miller allowed back into boxing? What on earth is happening with the NBA, will the or won't they go to Disney? A quick fire Saturday catch up with the Capital Sports team! And even "Killer" Kinahan gets a mention!
Marcus Rashford leads the fight for social justice. Irish rugby players email boo boo. NBA players refusing to play, MLB players fighting for pay. Plus are US cops trigger happy and can a jockey be a jockey without being a horse first?
In part 2 of our Oliver Callan special, the talk turns to sports and politics and just what can be said, who can be impersonated and if a comedian can be a political commentator.
We've discussed how sports and media has been affected by covid, but what about entertainment? And just what influences led Oliver to the dizzy heights of stardom?
Boxing has very little left to sell. It's soul long gone, now it pawns off the biggest prize in individual sport - the Heavyweight title - to a known crime boss.
As Daniel Kinahan gets lauded for being the man who gets things done, Capital Sports asks yet again, just why is boxing in thrall to scum like this and fighters and coaches so happy to take his blood money.
Plus Central Asia soccer, hypocrisy in dealing with racism and an NBA player coming out about sex abuse.
What is Conor running from? It's not to make the UFC a safer or fairer place for fighters. How is a prosecution case being dropped now quietened thanks to his latest "retirement".
Russian football is in a heap of trouble with big stars feeling local clubs. So is allowing CIS footballers in going to help? And just what is happening in Central Asia?
And is UFC in trouble with top fighters revolting and leaving?
From the Drumlins of Monaghan have come many talents, few better than Oliver Callan. It is impossible to think of the doyens of GAA without hearing his version of them.
The 2018 GAA Cul Camps Ambassador is a journalist by trade and continues his passion by another name, bringing biting comedic sketches to the airwaves and stages.
In part 1 of our 2 part chat with the Iniskeen genius, he braves the topics of an Irish mixed marriage, the Farney Army, how the great and good react to his portrayal of them and the legacy of fellow Iniskeener Patrick Kavanagh.
They're coming back, we have the road map, but what challenges lie in store for Gaelic Games, especially for Ladies Football and Camogie with increased competition from other sports.
Award-winning journalist and author, Ger McCarthy, gives a unique insight into covering sports while being a coach on the ground. His love of sports knows no bounds and he digs into the development of Ladies Gaelic Football in Cork with This Sunday's Game.
Will he have another book as good as "Outside the Centre Circle"? And just how rewarding is it to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in with helping your local club.
Meanwhile, in the World of Sports we see the GAA laying out its exit from lockdown, Carlow falling, NFL change of heart and Conor McGregor retire from fighting in the ring to preparing for court battles.
On the eve of the latest NFL turnabout, the team ask just what it means to offer an alternative point of view as Drew Brees did. While Roger Goodell carefully sidesteps real issues, is kneeling disrespecting the flag in sports?
And now that the NFL have apologised, will this mean an end to blind eyes towards doping, concussion and the array of issues they foster in American Football?
Bahrain is the centre of attention for the wrong reasons - another dodgy paid for athlete and Irish drug money getting praised. Meanwhile the NBA is preparing to return as Russian away fans get the short shrift.
As GAA clubs around Europe begin to tackle, without contact, the new reality, sports journalist Mark Gallagher drew on the experience and steps taken by GGE clubs. The Irish Daily Mail and Irish Mail on Sunday writer studied a range of clubs in Europe and brought to Irish readers just what a return to action will entail.
The cost of minimising risk is discussed as is the pressure on sports media to think outside the box for stories. And as a proud man from Donegal, just how can Spain help his county win another All-Ireland?
What do Nike, San Francisco 49'ers and CNN have in common - now they all care about equality and minority welfare. When did Nike call stop when they were injecting black athletes with dangerous drugs? What did the SF 49'ers do when Colin Kaepernick took a stand over racial injustice? If a tree falls in a forest and there's no CNN camera to film it, does it make a sound?
Virtue signalling in a time of crisis and being "on trend". How emotive reactions mean nothing without long term processes to redress racial and social inequality. When Liverpool, Chelsea and other bastions of the fight against racism follow the latest trend, is it a solution or part of the problem?
And athletes taking a stand, how sports is a natural forum to begin a discussion on racial and social coming together.
Linked to Ireland for millennia, the Spanish region of Galicia has far more in common with the Emerald Isle than you'd imagine - Rain, sea, mountains and.....Gaelic Games.
From one club less than a decade ago, now there are 10 active and ferociously competitive clubs in the region. Chairperson of Galicia GAA, Angel Negrete, joins Alan to discuss the reasons behind the growth in playing numbers and success.
What are they doing different to other regions even in Spain and how they've been able to partner with soccer clubs to maintain their growth.
With only 10 Irish amongst their 300 players, Galicia could offer a blueprint for future, sustainable growth of Gaelic Games abroad.
With US superstars like LeBron James weighing in on the latest high profile police death, just how much social media and media affects chances of justice being done. Mike Tyson gone to wrestle and dream wrestling match ups. Andy Mc's man bun gets some stick from Alex B.
As Alex B remains in witness protection, we offer an apology to Zaza Pachulia. Transgender politics is up for discussion and from Russia to Ireland to Canada it is a difficult one to solve. A football roams back into sight, just how will 10% of Russian stadia be filled safely. And Conor McGregor wants to be an all-time #1.
This Sunday's Game is reminded that Europe is the fastest growing region for Gaelic Games in the GAA family. 1 of the regions within Gaelic Games Europe is flourishing is a natural home for Irish culture - France.
France has embraced the beautiful games and has room to grow even more!
Development Officer for France, Gregoire Bertolino, joins to tell of his own journey to the heart of the games and how the GAA community is more than just sport.
Playing for Lugdunum GAC in Lyons, he is tasked with growing Gaelic Games in France and is ideally positioned to talk about the successes to date and the barriers to growth in the country.
Georgian basketball star treats each pizza delivery as his last, with Alex B unleashed from Scottie Pippen's closet and on the warpath.
Iseult Cody survives the show and lays it on the line why claiming to be innocent of doping, yet accepting a ban just doesn't add up. And how women's soccer is about to suffer even more.
Andy Mc and Andrew Flint gives their takes on football coming back and the dangers involved in a return to play. And do you have to be a lying, cheating, doping, bullying sociopath like Armstrong, Phelps, Jordan etc to make the grade?
Elite level athletes are often seen as sociopathic, self-obsessed and driven in pursuit of personal glory. So what happens when an elite athlete works, studies and gives her time to keep children playing sport longer? 6-time All-Ireland winning Cork football star Orlagh Farmer joins to explain her mission.
Successful in Gaelic Football and Athletics, Orlagh Farmer comes from a sports loving family and uses her on field success and academic learning to make sports accessible for all. Â
She joins This Sunday's Game to talk about how she got involved with Gaelic Games, the sacrifices she has to make and how much she misses it during lockdown.
In clear language she outlines what is needed to encourage and keep girls playing sports, with a simple template from her PhD research and experience of how to maximise our volunteer efforts. And she also doesn't hate Kerry, for now.
The team pay respects to basketball legend Jerry Sloan who passed away on Friday. The former Bulls player and coach was a leader of the Utah Jazz for over 20 years and his team marked the end of the Bulls dynasty, as shown in The Last Dance.
So who won and lost in the Michael Jordan hagiography? Did Nike's marketing team earn their shekels? Why is Alex B hiding in Scottie Pippen's closet? With more positive covid tests in Russian football, questions around safety continue to be asked by Andrew Flint.
Who were the teen pin ups for the Capital Sports team when they were younger? Spoiler - Carmen Electra was NOT. And just what sports documentaries need to be made.
Do people prefer murders and antiques over football? Is Michael Jordan just another Lance Armstrong? Do teams need bullies? What did Alex B do on his 48 hour break in Las Vegas? How has an Irish crime family risen to the top of World boxing? Iseult Cody joins the team to give her view on just how dangerous a place boxing has put itself into and Joe Burrow's plea for help! A Double N remains out of action the gang can't keep it straight as Alan gets tongue tied over Carmen Electra and not in a good way.
Very few Irish players have had the success Cillian Sheridan has had on the road. Arriving late to full-time football, he was thrown on to face Manchester United in Old Trafford aged only 19. Â
From Glasgow Celtic he moved to join Bulgarian powerhouse side CSKA Sofia and won the Bulgarian Cup, playing in the Europa League against FC Porto. In Cyprus he won 2 League and Cup doubles and played against Ajax, PSG and Barcelona in the Champions League.
Now at his 2nd club in Poland, Wisla Plock, he's also won 3 Senior caps for Ireland and faced Lionel Messi for one of those! It could all have been so different had Cavan picked him or he'd taken up an offer to go play AFL. However he is still determined to make Gaelic Football sexy again and be the anti-Jim McGuinness! Â
And in any case, his brilliant Twitter musings have set him on a further road - to Comedy Stand-Up. Plus the answer to the age old question - Do Cavan people really travel well?
We know how it feels to be an outsider trying to break into a foreign community and how Gaelic Games helps ease the way, what is it like for a foreigner in Ireland to do the same? And just why is being a teacher an advantage to working in sports leadership?
Rosemount and Westmeath GAA star Boidu Sayeh joins to tell how Gaelic Games can be used as a means of bringing immigrants into the local society and how beating Meath is always a pleasure, for most of his team mates. And how the Covid crisis has temporarily interrupted the return of Westmeath to the top table.
In the final part of our interview with GAA President John Horan, he offer insight into how the GAA is gaining in rugby strongholds, the Bloody Sunday centenary in November and what he hopes to be remembered for as he passes the baton onto Larry McCarthy.
It's a little longer this Sunday as we have a lot to pack in, even the GAA views of Donald J. Trump.
As the Bundesliga lurches back into action as more players test positive for covid-19, the team debate whether it's all worth the risk. Just why are Scottish clubs at war with each other? Why is a 6-figure fine for Chelsea just a band aid on a gunshot wound? Looking ahead to the return of one of the World's big leagues with Andy Mc and Andrew Flint
Just what makes the GAA such a special community? We all have our own memories, views and opinions. How difficult is it to get sponsors for an amateur multinational continental organisation? There is huge competition from professional organisations with full-time staff hunting daily for cash and prizes.
We throw in with Diarmuid O'Donovan, Sponsorship Officer for GGE and recount his successes to date in getting sponsors interested in GGE events. And just where and when is the All Ireland GGE Pub Quiz, Diarmuid knows all!
We have part 2 of a 3 part conversation with GAA President John Horan. Today we delve into the magic that is Croke Park, the evolution of the GAA and how the organisation is not alone in embracing history. And just how does the President feel seeing a former student and player playing in a World Cup and captaining Ireland.
This Sunday's Game sits down with RTE Sport's Damien O'Meara as he tells not only of how he's been able to explore his more cultured side thanks to less sports news, he also recounts the magic of covering All-Ireland Finals and how the spread of Gaelic Games really hits home. And just what happens when you try to grab an interview with All-Ireland winning managers and players.
GAA President John Horan opens up on how a change in wording means so much for Global GAA and his interest in overseas Gaelic Games stretching back to the early 1980's. He explains that a duty of care is vital for the future and health of the GAA and how caution needs to be observed at this time. And he begins to explain why Croke Park is a Global hub for Gaelic Games with last year's Renault GAA World Games a prime example.
And we've a surprise at the end of the show which is well worth waiting for!
As Alex B continues his world journey, apologising to those he's insulted, the team discuss just why the UFC are dredging even deeper depths for money, why golf needs some life, why table tennis needs to be batted away and just why do do watch sports. The long awaited first part to Friday night's show is up and ready!
Part 2 of the show and a lesson in technology - listen carefully to the question! Alex B ventures to Scotland to apologise for hating golf, Andy Mc has a transparent story, Andrew Flint wants to travel and Alan tells a pair of near death stories. And why should table tennis be ping ponged off tv. And should basketball have height categories?
This Sunday's Game goes from Holland to Ireland this episode with some North Korean GAA news thrown in. GGE Chairperson Tony Bass gives us the latest on season 2020 and how the Croke Park's financial woes are knocking on in Europe. Plus the development of the sub-committee structures as GGE moves towards a Provincial model and the initiative taken by GEE members to keep spirits high while engaging sponsors through the GEE Pub Quiz.
The Pride of Clare Marie Crowe joins to talk having to think outside the box in sports broadcasting as her daily 2fm show, Game On, has a chance to delve deeper into the sporting figures they have on for chats. She explains how lack of GAA action has at once left a hole in her life, yet how this time is a blessing in disguise - plus her enviable ultimate home DIY project!
As one little club stands up for the greater good in Spain, greed wins out in Germany. And just what more do we know about Michael Jordan and Nike? In a perfect world there would be no Formula 1, WWE and what other sports? Plus Scottish public health.
From Spain to Slovakia today as we check in on the amazing growth of GAA in Iberia and chat with Mick Collins (not that one), Chairperson of Sitges GAA Club about his journey from Erasmus to founding a GAA club.
And Erasmus is to blame for Ciaran Chapman's love affair with one of Europe's most attractive capital cities and how he manages to double up club duties with being PRO for Gaelic Games Europe in the vast Central East region.
It's a holiday weekend and the team are joined by Alexander Zotov to ask whether Lokomotiv Moscow need a revolution or just evolution. Whether it's worth footballers speaking their mind and just how severe is the outlook for Russian clubs - not as bad as in the rest of Europe as we find out. Andrew Flint, Andy Mc and Alan Moore look into their crystal balls too.
A short sports round up as Belarus experiences lockdown, but sssh, nobody is to talk about it. Dybala has 4 covid infections in 6 weeks as France and more nations look to call a halt to events until Autumn. Andy Mc has a round up while Alex B goes gooey over the Detroit Bad Boys.
On this Wednesday edition of This Sunday's Game, Alan Moore is joined by Paddy Reynolds, PRO of the Nordic Region and Helsinki Harps. Paddy tells of his journey to Helsinki and the challenges facing Gaelic Games in the region.
And TV Producer, Author and journalist Daniela Scalia is in Verona, Italy and talks of her passion for GAA, the potential for Gaelic Games in Italy and her upcoming TV series "Sport Crime".
Andy Mc is back and a debate rages about the safety of a return to football. UEFA release funds to save smaller nations, Holland rethinks canceling the season and Germany waits on Angela Merkel and co. Tajikistan pauses for thought while Belarus race on in the shadow of Chernobyl.
It's Sunday so it's This Sunday's Game and on the show today we have award-winning broadcaster Jonathan Higgins of Off the Ball, Newstalk FM and Virgin Media TV. He gives the lowdown on the state of Irish sports media during the covid pandemic and his view on how vital sport is for us all.
Director General of the Camogie Association, Sinead McNulty, provides an insight into the development of the beautiful game and just how camogie has learned from the growth of the game in Europe.
Questions are asked about Gronk's reasons to move to Tampa and how he'll bulk back up. UEFA get innovative about a return to football. Eric Dier charged for defending his brother means a question has to be asked - Does a match ticket allow you to be an idiot?
Round 1 of the NFL Draft saw few surprises, except the virtual setting, could such a system work in European football? And what we should look forward to in the next episodes of "The Last Dance".
It's a midweek mix of news, views and interviews on This Sunday's Game. GGE"s Health and Welfare Office, Anna-Marie O'Rourke, joins to give us her Top 5 tips to stay well during lockdown. She also gives a frontline insight into the pandemic from her day job as a palliative care nurse. And for parents, she also provides a couple of pieces of vital advice for explaining coronavirus to little ears.
LGFA President Marie Hickey answers questions as to how Ladies football has grown in the past decade, how good partners have been vital in these successes and why one county does not a big attendance make. She goes through a range of topics from the Mothers and Others project to Ulster growth to her wishes for Europe, plus lots in between.
The day before we turn 3, the state of football is addressed with UEFA looking to push things back on track. A tragic death in football as an Irish rugby player "mistakes" his doping substances. The Chicago Bulls documentary "The Last Dance" and NFL Draft get some airtime and Central Asian football is centre stage.
Oh, and is hindsight really better than knowing facts at the time?
US AntiDoping seem to take us all for idiots when announcing via the New York Times their "new" plan to dope test. Seems they forgot that the murderous criminal they're harbouring used this idea years ago! So what links the New York Times, USADA and a wanted criminal?
Central Asian football goes ahead and Double N gives a rundown. Andrew Flint discusses possibilities of a return to action in England and why class warfare is evident.
Gaelic Games Europe launches "This Sunday's Game" to give a voice to the almost 100 clubs in 22 countries across Europe. As Gaelic Games gained footholds throughout the continent, a pandemic swept in to slow things down, however, this too will pass. In this first podcast Alan Moore catches up with GGE Chairperson Tony Bass in Holland and Newstalk's Dr Ciara Kelly in Dublin.
Tony has over 16 years experience of Gaelic Games in Europe and has seen competitions grow to the point where a European Super League is planned for 2021.
Dr Kelly hosts Lunchtime Live form 12-2pm weekdays on Newstalk FM and came through a bout with coronavirus. Her tale from illness to lockdown and how to deal with both, are well worth listening to.
Alex B joins with tales of nasty cuts from the WWE, while they sit on a pile of money. Alexander Zotov of the All Russia Football Players Union joins to tell about a huge charitable project led by the Footballers Union, Union of Football Veterans and leading Russian player past and present. Good news beating bad on a Saturday sports roundup!
31 years ago thousands of people went to watch a game of football, 96 never came home, almost 800 had life changing injuries and thousands more still think of that tragic day in Sheffield. Capital Sports remembers.
With coronavirus only know acknowledged in Turkmenistan, they become 1 of 5 countries with football being played. Newcastle look for a new owner, Kenyan's are at it again and curiously nobody but the runner is involved.
Just what sports movies and docu's are worth running your eyes over. The team discusses what to watch and where to watch it. Rocky IV still gets support from Alan while Alex B talks about the new Chicago Bulls series and Andrew Flint waxes lyrical about the Class of 92.
The Sunday morning diet of sports news from Capital Sports 2.0, Ian Wright tells of "vitamin" injections at Arsenal FC, 9 years ago Paul Merson told of the same. Is this just a happy Sunday story or will something finally be done about doping in football? UFC buy an island to fight on, WWE have to keep the show going on, rugby contract showdown and an NHL tragedy.
What better way to spend an evening than to watch a sports movie. To be uplifted or inspired, or simply entertained. Capital Sports love sports in any form and our team of Alan Moore, Andrew Flint, Alex B and Iseult Cody bring their A game to the show. Its Capital Sports 2.0.1....and so well worth a listen, if only to hear grown humans talking lovingly about Space Jam!
Iseult Cody joins the team to discuss the lack of awareness from Liverpool FC in begging for government funds while paying out 10' of millions for players wages. A Grand National disaster for gambling addicts. Andrew Flint discusses how Kyle Walker's sex party is not typical for Manchester. Alex B joins to update on North Americas shutdown and a guest from Zambia asks - how to resolve the Premier League title race!
A short preview of the Tajik Super Cup Final by Double N is sandwiched between NHL innovation from Alex B, Andrew Flint's solution for the Russian football dilemma, James Rowe outlining UEFA's plans for the football season and Alan Moore's cruel April Fool's prank (not his, he just tells it).
The lockdown means even more sport!
With lockdown in force, we had to be a bit innovative. Â So.....we have to forego the great music selection, the sexy studio and do it all at a distance of, well, you'll see. Â
Andrew Flint talks possible solutions in football, Double N tells that countries whose names begin with T and end with n seem to have no issues with anything.
In our most extravagant show ever, Capital Sports went all in to check in with our friends around the world. While sports is largely shut down, we delve deeper into the off field dirty deeds.
Why is there football in Belarus? What do FC Lokomotiv Moscow footballers do during league shutdown? So just what has Artyom Dzyuba done for the public good? Why should Peter P worry? And just why is Tyson Fury strangely silent?
In our most extravagant show ever, Capital Sports went all in to check in with our friends around the world. While sports is largely shut down, we delve deeper into the off field dirty deeds.
Why is there football in Belarus? What do FC Lokomotiv Moscow footballers do during league shutdown? So just what has Artyom Dzyuba done for the public good? Why should Peter P worry? And just why is Tyson Fury strangely silent?
Russia once again has football, Liverpool lose and Mo Farah has memory issues. Alex B talks North American news, Iseult Cody has boxing on her mind, Louise Carraher dissects state-sponsored doping in the UK and Andrew Flint nation trots to give us the best news on Russian football. Capital Sports point out the hypocrisy surrounding Mo Farah and his injector Dr Rob
Russia once again has football, Liverpool lose and Mo Farah has memory issues. Alex B talks North American news, Iseult Cody has boxing on her mind, Louise Carraher dissects state-sponsored doping in the UK and Andrew Flint nation trots to give us the best news on Russian football.
As high winds wipe out matches, there is much more going on off the field. The team discuss Man City's UEFA punishment, Craig Kline continues his journey to football's dark heart but there is some good news. Russian rugby star Vasili Artemyev makes his Capital Sports debut and John Viola talks making football agency more educated.
As high winds wipe out matches, there is much more going on off the field. The team discuss Man City's UEFA punishment, Craig Kline continues his journey to football's dark heart but there is some good news. Russian rugby star Vasili Artemyev makes his Capital Sports debut and John Viola talks making football agency more educated.
As Storm Ciara causes chaos in Europe, the team have a look around the wild world of sports. It's soccer, rugby, UFC, NBA, NFL and so much more to enjoy during the best 2 hours of sports radio in the World.
As Storm Ciara causes chaos in Europe, the team have a look around the wild world of sports. It's soccer, rugby, UFC, NBA, NFL and so much more to enjoy during the best 2 hours of sports radio in the World.
Another ugly racist incident in the English Premier League, just as Liverpool are named World Champs while their success is laughed on. Leszek Milewski joins to talk about Polish revival (or lack of) and Poles in the Russian Premier League. Kaustubh Pandey gives an insight into the free agent market and Milan's woes. Alex B has the latest from North America. Michele Verroken gives an amazing insight into what is so wrong with sports and anti-doping. With Andrew Flint bookending an amazing show!
Another ugly racist incident in the English Premier League, just as Liverpool are named World Champs while their success is laughed on. Leszek Milewski joins to talk about Polish revival (or lack of) and Poles in the Russian Premier League. Kaustubh Pandey gives an insight into the free agent market and Milan's woes. Alex B has the latest from North America. Michele Verroken gives an amazing insight into what is so wrong with sports and anti-doping. With Andrew Flint bookending an amazing show!
As Brexit looms large, just what could it mean for the English Premier League? Andrew Flint does a deep dive into the potential mayhem. Anthony Joshua slims down and beats a beefed up Ruiz, Iseult Cody offers an insight. James Rowe looks at Arsenal's potential suitors and some Dutch lessons.
As Brexit looms large, just what could it mean for the English Premier League? Andrew Flint does a deep dive into the potential mayhem. Anthony Joshua slims down and beats a beefed up Ruiz, Iseult Cody offers an insight. James Rowe looks at Arsenal's potential suitors and some Dutch lessons.
Dmitri Derunets tells of Dinamo Moscow's on field and ice success. Danny Armstrong is flying. Iseult Cody gives her boxing lowdown and a legal take on doping. Andrew Flint drives home some winning thoughts, while Alex B is alive in Canada.
Dmitri Derunets tells of Dinamo Moscow's on field and ice success. Danny Armstrong is flying. Iseult Cody gives her boxing lowdown and a legal take on doping. Andrew Flint drives home some winning thoughts, while Alex B is alive in Canada.
Cillian Sheridan makes his Russian debut, Emery and Slutsky move, James Rowe tells us why. Michael Yokhin discusses Napoli's meltdown. Andy Mc is in studio while Alex B brings the latest from North America. Andrew Flint bookends the show with his usual wisdom,
Cillian Sheridan makes his Russian debut, Emery and Slutsky move, James Rowe tells us why. Michael Yokhin discusses Napoli's meltdown. Andy Mc is in studio while Alex B brings the latest from North America. Andrew Flint bookends the show with his usual wisdom,
Fan behaviour is under the spotlight as the show lights up with both Capital Sports Andys on the line, Alexander Zotov, Jonathan Higgins and Peter Staunton all discussing the burning issues of the day.
Fan behaviour is under the spotlight as the show lights up with both Capital Sports Andys on the line, Alexander Zotov, Jonathan Higgins and Peter Staunton all discussing the burning issues of the day.
Liverpool seal the Premier League title while Loko lose to lucky Juve, whose big name sulked over a goal. Andrew Flint runs through the Russian Premier League and gives his tips, while Ivan Zhidkov sees a Russian draw with Belgium, Alex B tells of even worse news for Nike and their doping project. Jonathan Higgins reviews English football as well as Ireland's upcoming borefest with Denmark. And just why is British doping ok?
Liverpool seal the Premier League title while Loko lose to lucky Juve, whose big name sulked over a goal. Andrew Flint runs through the Russian Premier League and gives his tips, while Ivan Zhidkov sees a Russian draw with Belgium, Alex B tells of even worse news for Nike and their doping project. Jonathan Higgins reviews English football as well as Ireland's upcoming borefest with Denmark. And just why is British doping ok?
The team welcome Andrew Wiese back in studio as Andrew Flint reports on Spartak Moscow's home defeat, plus as you were in the Russian Premier League. More VAR pain and Andy Mc joins to give his tips. John Nicholson talks poppy cock and "Can we have our ball back?".
Cillian O'Conchuir looks back at the Rugby World Cup and Jamie Heaslips memory. James Rowe lights up about Promes, Ajax and Dutch football. While Joseph Sexton puts the spotlight on LaLiga and Spanish teams in Europe, as well as why Granada have gotten it so right.
The team welcome Andrew Wiese back in studio as Andrew Flint reports on Spartak Moscow's home defeat, plus as you were in the Russian Premier League. More VAR pain and Andy Mc joins to give his tips. John Nicholson talks poppy cock and "Can we have our ball back?".
Cillian O'Conchuir looks back at the Rugby World Cup and Jamie Heaslips memory. James Rowe lights up about Promes, Ajax and Dutch football. While Joseph Sexton puts the spotlight on LaLiga and Spanish teams in Europe, as well as why Granada have gotten it so right.
A bumper show with Kirill Breydo explaining Loko's pressure, Andrew Flint on the Moscow clubs performances, Paul Little on Liverpool's dominance, Raf Diallo on sports documentaries, Danny Armstrong on McGregor's Moscow circus, Alex B on why Nate Diaz should be excused a failed dope test, Iseult Cody on McGregor, Boxing and failed tests, James Corbett on what is wrong with Everton FC and why the McGregor book will be a bestseller.
A bumper show with Kirill Breydo explaining Loko's pressure, Andrew Flint on the Moscow clubs performances, Paul Little on Liverpool's dominance, Raf Diallo on sports documentaries, Danny Armstrong on McGregor's Moscow circus, Alex B on why Nate Diaz should be excused a failed dope test, Iseult Cody on McGregor, Boxing and failed tests, James Corbett on what is wrong with Everton FC and why the McGregor book will be a bestseller.
A megashow where we begin with the World's biggest derby and Ole gets a point. Ronan Murphy tells us that Spartak Moscow have their man! NYT's Tariq Panja joins to answer the question - is sports broken? Alex B backs LeBron. Ewan MacKenna discusses Salazar, McGregor and rugby. Before Danny Armstrong brings us home with a Kremlin Cup review and preview of Russian clubs in Europe.
A megashow where we begin with the World's biggest derby and Ole gets a point. Ronan Murphy tells us that Spartak Moscow have their man! NYT's Tariq Panja joins to answer the question - is sports broken? Alex B backs LeBron. Ewan MacKenna discusses Salazar, McGregor and rugby. Before Danny Armstrong brings us home with a Kremlin Cup review and preview of Russian clubs in Europe.
As we pass through the looking glass, the team ask - what a difference a week makes for the criminal operation in Oregon. From having their doping operation busted, to cheating with shoes to winning marathons and setting records, all the time applauded by those watching. Have we all gone a bit loopy?
As we pass through the looking glass, the team ask - what a difference a week makes for the criminal operation in Oregon. From having their doping operation busted, to cheating with shoes to winning marathons and setting records, all the time applauded by those watching. Have we all gone a bit loopy?
A huge show with an insight into the madness of Moscow football. Nike #JustDopeIt goes terribly wrong. Dutch football examined and the best news, views, reviews and previews from the World of Sports. James Rowe, Louise Carraher, Steve C, Alex B, Andy Mc all brighten up our night.
A huge show with an insight into the madness of Moscow football. Nike #JustDopeIt goes terribly wrong. Dutch football examined and the best news, views, reviews and previews from the World of Sports. James Rowe, Louise Carraher, Steve C, Alex B, Andy Mc all brighten up our night.
Back to 2 hours and a mega show line up. Spartak Moscow continue their circus and fire their head coach with Massimo Carrera and Roy Keane possible replacements. Peter Staunton explains why Ole must go. Iseult Cody tries to understand Nigel Benn's ring return. Daria Voloshina joins for a chat about Francesco Totti and IFDA. Cillian O'Conchuir gets to the heart of all that's wrong with the Rugby World Cup.
Back to 2 hours and a mega show line up. Spartak Moscow continue their circus and fire their head coach with Massimo Carrera and Roy Keane possible replacements. Peter Staunton explains why Ole must go. Iseult Cody tries to understand Nigel Benn's ring return. Daria Voloshina joins for a chat about Francesco Totti and IFDA. Cillian O'Conchuir gets to the heart of all that's wrong with the Rugby World Cup.
As the exploding clown car of Spartak Moscow veer into another crisis, how much longer will head coach Oleg Kononov last. Are Liverpool really all that? We ask Newstalk and Team 33's Jonathan Higgins. Russian and English Premier Leagues, Russian Cup and much more.
James Corbett of DeCoubertin Books tells of Everton FC's need for consistency and some interesting developments in UEFA. Ronan Murphy runs the rule over German football and especially Bayer Leverkusen. Andy Mc gives his golden tips ahead of the IRB Rugby World Cup.
As Russia enjoys sporting success, the Team asks Louise Carraher just why the US so readily cover up their own dopers yet want to save the World from others. Andrew Flint reviews Russia's win over Scotland, Andy Mc continues his winning streak, Alex B asks why Khabib is still a thing with his latest borefest while the boys in the studio have an evacuation alarm to deal with.
With UEFA Champions and Europa League draws made, just what lies in store for our Russian sides. FC Lokomotiv Moscow's Kirill Breydo joins to discuss the dream draw Loko have with Cristiano Ronaldo coming to town. Ronan Murphy previews Loko's and Zenit's opponents - Bayer Leverkusen and Red Bull Leipzig. A full English, Russian and German league review with a look ahead to the International matches with Andy Mc.
Eslam Magdy joins to give the crew a major scoop while Andrew Flint destroys the idiotic outbreak of racism by Manchester United fans. Andy Mc is back, on the line, with some hot tips. Alex B questions Conor McGregor's behaviour while Double N rescues the show with some nifty phone work. Plus one in the eye for English media when the fights in Ekaterinburg went off without incident.
VAR continues to cause headaches and uproar and we have Andrew Flint an Peter Staunton dissecting the issues surrounding its implementation. Alex B returns from the cold and gives a very direct take on what brought a heavyweight title to Saudi Arabia. Plus Match TV's broadcast problems explained in full by Andrew Flint.
As the English Premier League kicks off and the Bundesliga and La Liga arrive, Capital Sports put on their prediction caps to see just what will happen in Europe's Big 3 leagues. German football expert Ronan Murphy returns to give the lowdown on what to expect in the German top flight while Andrew Flint reviews transfer activity in England and Russia. While Andy Mc joins from his sick bed to give his weekly tips.
A packed show with the latest football news and transfer gossip. Plus Thierry Vildary of Stade 2 joins to talk football and a very different type of doping. Andrew Flint is exiled in Manchester and Andy McLean is in the TV studio, Alex B gives a brief shout out from Toronto and Double N runs down the African Cup of Nations and the 'goal fest' in the Copa America.
A packed show with the latest football news and transfer gossip. Plus Thierry Vildary of Stade 2 joins to talk football and a very different type of doping. Andrew Flint is exiled in Manchester and Andy McLean is in the TV studio, Alex B gives a brief shout out from Toronto and Double N runs down the African Cup of Nations and the 'goal fest' in the Copa America.
The Copa America and UEFA 2020 Qualifiers are on the menu as the Capital Sports team delve into the sporting waters once more. Peter Staunton gives the Chelsea lowdown with a wistful memory of WC2019, Joseph Sexton joins to talk Copa America and Spanish football. Andrew Flint recaps the British back pages while Andy McLean takes on the Spiceboys in a quiz showdown.
The Copa America and UEFA 2020 Qualifiers are on the menu as the Capital Sports team delve into the sporting waters once more. Peter Staunton gives the Chelsea lowdown with a wistful memory of WC2019, Joseph Sexton joins to talk Copa America and Spanish football. Andrew Flint recaps the British back pages while Andy McLean takes on the Spiceboys in a quiz showdown.
As Liverpool secure their 6th European Cup/Champions League the team ask - can they repeat the feat or even win the Premier League. The furore over Baku is discussed with our man on the ground Andrew Flint while Paul Little of the Daily Star runs the rule over the Champions League Final and Katie Taylor's "triumph". The quiz gets a stay of execution, however Drake doesn't in Capital Punishment.
As Liverpool secure their 6th European Cup/Champions League the team ask - can they repeat the feat or even win the Premier League. The furore over Baku is discussed with our man on the ground Andrew Flint while Paul Little of the Daily Star runs the rule over the Champions League Final and Katie Taylor's "triumph". The quiz gets a stay of execution, however Drake doesn't in Capital Punishment.
The pain of the quiz and Capital Punishment push the team over he edge as Peter readies himself for the Army. Ewan McKenna gives a short background to Manchester City's success while also questioning media ethics. Amber Thiara relates the positive tale of women's football while looking forward to the World Cup in France. Andrew Flint checks in from Grozny, worryingly a better place than Baku.
The pain of the quiz and Capital Punishment push the team over he edge as Peter readies himself for the Army. Ewan McKenna gives a short background to Manchester City's success while also questioning media ethics. Amber Thiara relates the positive tale of women's football while looking forward to the World Cup in France. Andrew Flint checks in from Grozny, worryingly a better place than Baku.
Dr Margaret Goodman of VADA joins for a chat, while the team ponder just what is so bad about the CAS decision on Caster Semenya. Champions League football is in the spotlight along with the Premier League's predictable and boring end. And is English football in the ascendancy?
Dr Margaret Goodman of VADA joins for a chat, while the team ponder just what is so bad about the CAS decision on Caster Semenya. Champions League football is in the spotlight along with the Premier League's predictable and boring end. And is English football in the ascendancy?
With just 3 in the studio, the show digs into the dirty side of sports with Mo Farah yet again being a villain (Andy Mc), why getting football players to stand as one is a struggle (Alexander Zotov), US Sports in focus with Alex B and Peter P, and just why boxing is a bad joke when it comes to matchmaking. Plus are footballers paid too much?
With just 3 in the studio, the show digs into the dirty side of sports with Mo Farah yet again being a villain (Andy Mc), why getting football players to stand as one is a struggle (Alexander Zotov), US Sports in focus with Alex B and Peter P, and just why boxing is a bad joke when it comes to matchmaking. Plus are footballers paid too much?
The team delve into the world of doping and how the lack of testing in some sports and major countries make a mockery of the fight to protect athlete's well being. Laura Graceffa joins to talk Ladies Gaelic Football and in particular the World Games in Ireland this Summer. Max Your Bet tries to hit the highlights again and Andrew Flint tries to explain the pain that is ManU. Jarrell Miller gets some Capital Punishment for being an all round fool, while Eddie Hearn's 2-faced hypocrisy gets an airing.
The team delve into the world of doping and how the lack of testing in some sports and major countries make a mockery of the fight to protect athlete's well being. Laura Graceffa joins to talk Ladies Gaelic Football and in particular the World Games in Ireland this Summer. Max Your Bet tries to hit the highlights again and Andrew Flint tries to explain the pain that is ManU. Jarrell Miller gets some Capital Punishment for being an all round fool, while Eddie Hearn's 2-faced hypocrisy gets an airing.
While he doesn't need to push it, Israel Folau does deserve some understanding. However Louise Caraher gives the down low on the low down world of International athletics and Mr Teflon Seb Coe. Andy challenges Max on the betting front, Peter P lays it on the line with Alan and Alex and Andrew battle for supremacy in the quiz.
While he doesn't need to push it, Israel Folau does deserve some understanding. However Louise Caraher gives the down low on the low down world of International athletics and Mr Teflon Seb Coe. Andy challenges Max on the betting front, Peter P lays it on the line with Alan and Alex and Andrew battle for supremacy in the quiz.
The team go deep into sports and find that there are some things at least equal to racism. Just why did Jenny SuShe call foul on Kubrat Pulev's kiss and then go give lap dances to 2 of his entourage? Just what can be done to stop the scourge of racism that increasingly blights British football?
The team go deep into sports and find that there are some things at least equal to racism. Just why did Jenny SuShe call foul on Kubrat Pulev's kiss and then go give lap dances to 2 of his entourage? Just what can be done to stop the scourge of racism that increasingly blights British football?
In a week with an NFL star quitting in odd circumstances, a bunch of attention seeking non-football fans in Ireland look to embarrass Irish football further with a ridiculous display of childishness. Capital Punishment will be heated.
In a week with an NFL star quitting in odd circumstances, a bunch of attention seeking non-football fans in Ireland look to embarrass Irish football further with a ridiculous display of childishness. Capital Punishment will be heated.
The 6 Nations ends and so does the team's efforts to top the tipster table. A new time and day, with 2 hours of interviews, views, previews and reviews.
The 6 Nations ends and so does the team's efforts to top the tipster table. A new time and day, with 2 hours of interviews, views, previews and reviews.
As the 6 Nations rugby approaches the final weekend, the fan behaviour in British football leaves too much to be desired. Paul Little and Andrew Flint join on the phone while Alan, Andy, Peter P and Alex B hold the fort with Nicky Stey!
CSKA Moscow basketball star Alec Peters joins the team to discuss his career so far. Having played in the MBA with Phoenix Suns after a recordsetting spell at Valparaiso University, he gives his view on pro sports, College values and more. The 6 Nations gets an airing and the leaderboard has changed......but will it change even more?
As Russian football returns, the Chelsea keeper nonsense puzzles the team. Europe is kind to Russian clubs as the winter begins to recede. Andrew Flint gives his take from Tyumen while the team in studio try to make sense of rugby's 6nations.
2 burning questions are addressed. Win your own domestic league or the UEFA Champions League? And should men be allowed compete against women? With the Semenya case deserving scrutiny, just how much testosterone is too much? The studio crew are joined by Andrew Flint and Cathal Dennehy.
Is Pogba more of an idiot than Ballotelli? Has rugby gone too far with human growth? As the new League of Ireland season kicks off, have we reason for hope? Why is Nicky so chirpy about Valentine's Day? The team decided to delve into the darker side of the ManU - PSG game and bring Deliverance into the equation. With Alan, Andy, Andrew, Paul Little, Peter P and Alex B.
So how does a sport react when the best player in their biggest game is a doper.....who cares? The Capital crew review the lowest scoring Superbowl of all time, Ireland's big men humbled by England's beefed up horde, while nothing good will come of hoping that Italy might yet win this season.
It started with a 6 month review of the 2018 World Cup, was delved into by Goal.com's Peter Staunton, led to a panicked press conference and thieving of material from Peter's article. Just how did 500 fans turn into 5,500 in less than a day. With an FA Cup review, a 6 Nations and Superbowl preview, ice hockey and lots more besides, Capital Sports delivers yet again!
The team discuss Masha's meltdown in Melbourne, the disappearance of Sala's plane and just why, 6 months after the biggest sports event ever, are professional players not getting paid in Russia. Andrew Flint, Peter P and Alexander Zotov make this a show that must be listened to.
Brexit stumbles on like a drunk man in a darkened rail carriage while questions are being asked about the depth of corruption and doping in British cycling. Plus wrestling recollections with the team as a real sport gets the Capital once over.
2019 begins where 2018 left off, Russia the only nation to have a doping issue. However we go in depth with Michele Verroken of Sporting Integrity to see just what needs to be done. Andrew Flint updates us on the uncivil war in Spartak Moscow and the expenses football agents can incur. Andy McLean brings us his own take on what we should expect from the Spurs - ManU showdown this weekend.
Lokomotiv Moscow prepare for the 2nd half of the season by unsettling the entire club as we predict what would happen just 2 days later. Manchester United go all Alan Partridge and bounce back. And just who is that UK athlete who had a cosy relationship with Dr Death Rodchenkov? The golden girl who nobody seems to want to tarnish. #mustlistenradio
Mourinho gives Andrew Flint an early Christmas gift and the team try to make sense of what just went wrong for him. What next for United and does it even matter? #mustlistenradio
So what does it mean when a person claims to be clean and about to clean up cycling, having spent their life with closes eyes, ears and nostrils. Capital Sports discuss just what did Brian Cookson know and do, what advice he gave and how his hands are not quite as clean as he makes out. And lots of sports stuff too including the murder-mystery of Ballybrack FC.
3 A's join Alan for a late dinner while the question is posed, just what did the doyen of British Cycling, a man who never saw any evil, offer to wannabe cycling chiefs. ManU's big problem, UEFA Champions and Europa League and much, much more!
With Ireland relegated they lose their manager, but what next? Russia fail but keep Stan the man, yet there are more questions for him to answer. So Ireland beat New Zealand in rugby, but just how much is the appliance of science to thank for it. Plus a full preview of the Russian and English Premier Leagues. Paul Little gives his take on football and rugby with Andy McLean joining in from afar. Alex B and Peter P discuss gingerbread and Cleveland self-destruction!
5 months on from the opening game of World Cup 2018 Alan and Andy grab Andrew Flint on the phone to talk Mourinho, Man City and Ari for Russia. Alexander Zotov joins to discuss the Redskins chances of making the playoffs and how dangerous weather is for footballers. Sports documentaries and International football come up for discussion, while remembering one night in Belfast in 1993 hoves into view.
The team try to make sense of the abuse James McClean takes on a weekly basis and debate whether militarism and protest have places in sports. With Champions and Europa League, Russian and English Premier League, Dundalk's Double and Rugby, another packed show to be enjoyed. Plus Alan gets an almighty set up! Must listen radio!
Cutting to the chase, Capital Sports call shenanigans on the hagiography of former Leicester City FC owner and his clubs untested title winning season. Alan and Andy are joined by Alexander Zotov to discus the issues facing Russian football clubs and especially footballers. #mustlistenradio
As Italian, and in particular AS Roma fans, prove themselves to be the lowest of the low yet again, Alan Moore and Andy McLean discuss what can be done. And is there any sympathy to be had for Cristiano Ronaldo? And Spartak's managerial massacre, will there be an Old Trafford version?
What is your favourite sports movie? Can you choose one? Is it feel good, pump up or simply Adam Sandler at his best? Alan Moore is joined by Andy McLean, Andrew Flint, Peter P and Alex B. Talking sports from football to NCAAF to tennis to boxing and much more!
With most action taking place outside the ring or off the field. Alan is joined by Peter P and Alex B in studio, with Andy McLean and Alexander Zotov discussing the Kokorin and Mamaev disgrace and the thuggery before and after the Nurmagomedov - McGregor fight. Must listen radio!
Alan reminds listeners that we are in the biggest week of football in Moscow since July while reviewing CSKA's massive victory over Real Madrid. As Lokomotiv and Spartak face tough opposition, Andy McLean gives his expert view. And the big interview is with Roderick Duchatelet of FC Ujpest Budapest and the challenges he faces restoring to glory his club. #mustlistenradio
Sports never sounded so good. Just what is happening in Russia, England and Europe. Why can a hockey club not play at home. Was Povetkin beating Joshua when he was stopped. Will Loko beat Schalke. Can Semin stay in a job. Alan Moore, Andy McLean and Paul Little ponder the questions of our time, plus the irony of UKAD coming in to clean up doping in Russia. Must listen radio
A full on show with 11sports Cillian O'Conchuir, Irish football legend Aaron Callaghan and Russia Today's Andy McLean. No subject remains untouched. Russia's re-entry into WADA, the Canelo embarassament, Semin to go from Loko and the state of Irish football. #Mustlistenradio
Serena's tantrum, John Terry's dithering and so much more. Capital Sports comes live from Moscow with Alan Moore greeting Andrew McLean of RT, Peter Staunton of Goal.com and the RFU/ARFPU main man Alexander Zotov. With Peter P and Nicky Stey in studio, the show covers all the hot topics as well as previewing Russian and English Premier League and the return to UEFA action.
Capital Sports bring the best and brightest to the airwaves every week. Andrew Flint of Ronnie Dog Media joins to discuss the ManU Mourinho saga and his epic World Cup journey. Lokomotiv Moscow's Sports Director Erik Stoffelshaus talks drew draws in the Champions League and more. Plus Dublin - Bayern dominance.
No holds barred discussion on the show as the All Ireland Football final gets predicted by Philip O'Connor as a Dublin win. Angela Magana describes the devastation in Puerto Rico, her Olympic plans and doping in MMA. Paul Little gives the lowdown on Liverpool and Mourinho. Andy McLean is hoping his picks com home this week after a near miss last. And Peter P compares Michael Jordan to the Dublin football team. Alan chips in with Nicky Stey to make this must listen radio!
She fought for women to be taken seriously in boxing, now she's fighting for Mental Health Awareness. Mia St. John joins from California to discuss why boxing is in denial over its doping problems and how good mental health is truly wealth.
Andy McLean gives his picks for the week and Nikita Osokin discusses football finances. Must listen radio!
As the English transfer window closed, the Russian one threw up the biggest domestic move of the Summer. Alan is joined by Andrew McLean, Alexander Zotov and Nikita Osokin to discuss the ins and outs, money and insanity as clubs splash cash. This and much more!
In another Russian media exclusive, BBC Sports Editor Dan Roan discussed why he continues balancing reporting and journalism and the importance of presenting facts. Lokomotiv Moscow and Russia star Alina Myagkova joins Alan and Andy in studio to discuss football and just where it's going in Russia.
As the Russian Premier League returns, so do the financial problems that refuse to allow the game grow. Alan Moore is joined in studio by Alexander Zotov, Andrew McLean and on the phone by Stuart Gilhooley. They discuss football in Russia, Ireland and a little bike race that took place in France.
Whistleblower Renee Anne Shirley joins us to discuss just how messy the fight against doping is while Cathal Dennehy gives the low down on Serena's troubles, while Nikita Osokin joins to preview the new Russian Premier League season.
How to get over the most slamming hangover of a lifetime, listening to experts discussing the greatest sports event of all time, that's how! Alan is joined in studio by Anastasia Baranova and Adrien Morvan while legendary football journalist Peter Staunton of Goal.com, joins from Leeds! Must listen radio!
With under 24 hours to the greatest show on earth, Alan Moore and the Capital Sports team have a star studded lineup to preview #WorldCup 2018, the decision to award #WC2026 to North America and the firing of Spain's manager. Nikita Osokin, Andrew Wiese, Reuben Joseph, John Duggan, Alexey Kirichek, Raf Diallo, Alexander Zotov, Tony Watkins and Peter P create must listen radio!
With under 24 hours to the greatest show on earth, Alan Moore and the Capital Sports team have a star studded lineup to preview #WorldCup 2018, the decision to award #WC2026 to North America and the firing of Spain's manager. Nikita Osokin, Andrew Wiese, Reuben Joseph, John Duggan, Alexey Kirichek, Raf Diallo, Alexander Zotov, Tony Watkins and Peter P create must listen radio!
Capital Sports catches up with old friend Andy McLean of Russia Today, John Bradley gives us Team England's chances, Peter Staunton of Goal.com gives it straight on how the World Cup will help Russia progress. Peter P gives the American Sports round up and Alexey Kirichek of Lokomotiv Moscow talks about the importance of full stadia and marketing in sports.
With 15 days to go to WC2018 Alan gets the lowdown on Spain and Portugal from Marca's Joseph Sexton, Denmark from Toke Theilade of RussianFootballNews and all that's right and wrong in sport with Ewan McKenna. Also dropping into the new Capital FM studio were Peter P with the NBA rundown and Kate and Arthur Hendrick talk rugby, Lokomotiv Moscow and World Cup fever. And why the 2018 World Cup Official song sucks! Must listen radio!
A big preview of the Champions League Final with the team joined by Semra Hunter, formerly of Real Madrid TV and currently La Liga TV Host, live from Barcelona and from Kiev Liverpool FCTV's main man Peter McDowall.
Back with a blockbuster the Capital Sports team are in a new locale with Alexander Zotov, Paul Little and Danny Armstrong reviewing, previewing and overviewing the latest sports news. On the slate are Cherchesov's and Southgate's selections for WC2018 and teh Atletico - Marseille Europa League final.
Ekaterina and Alan, with Nicky on the mix, have Russia Today Host Andrew Farmer in studio to talk World Cup and on the phone Sky News report Enda Brady explains why he's a Yellow Belly and why he's looking forward to the World Cup in Russia and 5 marathons in 5 days. Plus a frank discussion on life as an athlete and how Dmitry Sychev is a dream boat.
Another exclusive interview on Capital Sports, with Scottish star Frankie Boyle visiting the show and turning the tables on Alan. A full round up of English, Russian and European football and the KHL playoff update. Must listen radio!
Paul Little talks Zenit, Liverpool, Champions League and St. Pats while in studio Lokomotiv Moscow's Ivan Korzh tells about his rise to the Chairmanship of Stoke City's Russian Fan Club. And Ekaterina remembers how often she was drug tested after matches. Must listen radio!
Some tasty extras from the exclusive interview with Paul Kimmage, including his take on current journalists and a rugby advert.
Some tasty extras from the exclusive interview with Paul Kimmage, including his take on current journalists and a rugby advert.
Some tasty extras from the exclusive interview with Paul Kimmage, including his take on current journalists and a rugby advert.
Some tasty extras from the exclusive interview with Paul Kimmage, including his take on current journalists and a rugby advert.
To celebrate the 1st Birthday of Capital Sports we bring the World's Number 1 Sports Journalist to the Capital FM airwaves. Paul Kimmage needs no introduction to anyone who has ever heard of sport. His award-winning book, Rough Ride, set the tone and level for everything he has done since. Honest, engaging and deserving. This is an interview that cannot be missed!
RT Sports Editor Danny Armstrong joins the team to chat ManU, Russia and a potential England boycott. Alan chats to Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley and there is a teaser for an exclusive interview with journalistic legend Paul Kimmage. Must listen radio!
The gang check in on the Beast from the East. Dave Donnelly tells about symbols and racism. Paul Little talks Liverpool, Shakhtar Donetsk and League of Ireland. And Philip O'Connor tells tales from the Winter Olympics. These and much, much more! Must listen radio!
Interviews with 3 participants in the Charity bet Challenge on Capital Sports Stadium Show. There are threats issued but no former tennis players were harmed in the making of these short takes.
Interviews with 3 participants in the Charity bet Challenge on Capital Sports Stadium Show. There are threats issued but no former tennis players were harmed in the making of these short takes.
Interviews with 3 participants in the Charity bet Challenge on Capital Sports Stadium Show. There are threats issued but no former tennis players were harmed in the making of these short takes.
An exclusive interview with Chris Unsworth of the Offside Trust days after monster Barry Bennell is sentenced for 31 years. Andrew Flint arrives from Tyumen to talk football. 6 Nations, Champions League, Winter Olympics, doping and more!
Ekaterina and Alan are joined in the studio by Moscow Dragons Gavin Melluish and Kostya Nikiforov to discuss rugby in Russia, their club and the 6 Nations. Andrew Flint joins on the phone to discuss Manchester United, European Football and gives some tips on Russian clubs chances in the Europa League. And of course they check in on the Winter Olympics and update on the English Premier League. Must listen radio!
The team widen their sporting scope by interviewing Chess Grandmaster Sergey Karyakin on the sidelines of the 14th Moscow Open Chess tournament and catch up with FIDE President Kirsan Ilyumzhinov. Nikita Osokin joins Alan and Ekaterina to run through football finances and shock everyone with the cost of a Super Bowl ad. Yet more must listen radio from Capital Sports.
Alan is rejoined by Oly NIte to greet Russia Today Editor Andrew McLean in studio. On the phone KR Reykjavik's Kristinn Kjaernested talks all things Iceland, Toke Theilade of Russian Football News gives the lowdown on Denmark and ESPN's Cillian O'Conchuir previews the 6 Nations rugby. Football transfers, English Premier League and even a little Olympics issue over athlete bans all are up for discussion.
Alan and Ekaterina discuss the ever decreasing number of athletes from Russia going to the Winter Olympics. The Nations League draw threw up some surprises. Irish sports journalist Philip O'Connor gives his view on doping while Anna Chakvetadze holds court on the goings on Down Under. Must listen radio!
The gang are joined in studio, finally, by Danny Armstrong to discuss Manchester's big 2, the transfer market, what Victoria Lopyreva is like and more! And live from Dublin Raf Diallo of Team33 joins to give Alan hope for the World Cup and share their experience of interviewing Andrei Kanchelskis. Together Alan, Ekaterina and the guys discuss the recent Spartak tweet-gate. Oh, and Ekaterina and Alan discuss goings on Down Under!
The 2 Andy's go overtime for a little extra chat with juicy gossip. Andy Mc tells of losing money in a poker game with a cricket legend, while Andy F describes how he caused an athletics icon almost prize his Olympic slot.
The Capital Sports team return with the World Cup in sight. Joined by Russia Today's powerful pair Andrew Farmer and Andrew McLean, Alan and Ekaterina discuss the English Premier League, Manager Meltdowns, Ice Hockey, American Football and much more.
Ksenia opens up about issues on the tennis tour that media and authorities are happy to overlook.
Ksenia tells the team about why she retired so young. Her return to regular life and what is coming next for her.
Ksenia Pervak can't stay silent as the Russian Football Team are being slagged off by Alan and Ekaterina. Both ladies change stances as the argument rages in the Capital FM studio!
Alan and Ekaterina round up the week in sports while trying to figure out just why is Russia suffering the wrath of the world for doping when the country has admitted the problem.
The team wrap up the year in sports with a quick ring-a-round and 2 studio guests. Oly, Alan and Ekaterina give their highs and lows of 2017 and Ekaterina reads out well wishes from listeners and guests. Cillian Kelly of Velocast reviews the year on 2 wheels, Paul Little of the Daily Star throws an eye over football and CEO of the All Russia Football Players Union sees more good than bad in 2017.
In the studio former tennis star and Serbian Fed Cup player Vesna Dolonc gives the insight as to why she quit playing and rugby writer and journalist Kate Hendrick joins from Ireland to review the rugby year.
The team discuss the odd decision by the IPC to move forward a non-decision about the Russian Paralympians which oddly broke up the bad news doping stories around Froome and Gatlin. Ash Davies previews Nigeria and Senegal and gives a round up on the WC2018 Draw and Moscow weather. Francisco Martinez is in studio to talk Mexican football and why Russia chose him!
Alan and Ekaterina are joined on the phone by Egyptian sports reporter Eslam Magdy to preview his Nation's chances in WC2018 and in the studio by MMA and Movie star Oleg Taktarov to discuss his career. His holidays with Sylvester Stallone, CTE, Doping and how the UFC has changed beyond all recognition.
A busy show for Alan and Ekaterina as they review the WC2018 Draw, catch up on football around Europe and with DJ Oly Nite discuss doping in sports. Peru and Panama World Cup hopes are previewed by Panama TV's David Sakata (a guest of Capital Sports at the Lokomotiv Moscow - Rubin Kazan match) and RT's super sports Editor Danny Armstrong.
Alan and Ekaterina are kept in line by Oly Nite, get the lowdown on Qatar 2022 from Ivan Zhidkov of sportsdaily.ru and have Andrew Farmer of Russia Today in the studio to discuss World Cup preparations for WC2018 and the thorny issue of doping! A full round up of football results from Russia, England, UEFA Champions League, Europa League, hockey in the KHL and International Rugby.
Alan and Ekaterina bring live action from the Lokomotiv Moscow - Sheriff Tiraspol UEFA Europa League clash from the RZD Arena. They're joined for interviews by Zafer Unver of Unilever and Mr. Kim of Hankook Tyres.
Ekaterina and Oly do their best to make Alan cry as the Viking Victory in Dublin leaves him desolate. The Capital Sports crew are joined on the phone by Alexander Zotov of the ARFPU and in the studio by Cederic Cremers who explains how Dutch Football will rise again and why sports marketing is very important to brand development. A round up of sports, with news, previews and gossip!
Alan gets a surprise from Ekaterina as they round up Russian, English and European Football. They check in with Paul Cockerton to ask about Leonid Slutsky's troubles in Hull City. Danny Armstrong chats about Tyson Fury and Manchester United. Magnus Kraft calls from Denmark to big up his nature's chances against Ireland while Paul Little gives us the lowdown on Ireland. And all the final World Cup chances and chancers are previewed.
Alan and Ekaterina are left to their own devices and unleash their joint lack of sleep on the listeners. Why are tennis players so crazy on court? Ekaterina brings her interviews with tennis stars Daria Kasatkina, Magda Rybarikova, Igor Kunitsin, Philip Kohlschrieber and her former nemesis Alize Cornet.
Alan, Ekaterina and Oly round up sports news from Russia and around the World. The NFL, MLB, KHL, RPL, EPL and more come under the spotlight. The team are joined on the phone by These Football Times Andrew Flint to discuss Manchester United, Spartak Moscow and more. And Alexander Zotov, the ARFPU's CEO, joins to predict who will win the Ireland-Denmark World Cup playoff and Russia's preparations for World Cup 2018.
Erik Stoffelshaus and Denis Vodov of Lokomotiv Moscow join Alan, Ekaterina and Oly in studio to discuss how Loko and Captial FM made Russian Sports History.
How the fight against racism and fan misbehaviour goes on. A call to the Moscow Shamrocks. Some cool tunes from Erik!
Russia Today's Sports Editor and All-Round Good Manc, Danny Armstrong, gives us his take on the Spartak Moscow 'crisis', Manchester United's visit to Moscow, the World Cup 2018 build up and his fundraising efforts
Alan and Ekaterina catch up with LFC TV's Peter McDowall to preview his club's Champions League match with Spartak Moscow. Also on the line was Stewart Gardner of MUTV who is looking forward to returning to Moscow for the CSKA Moscow match. And part 1 of the exclusive Andrei Kanchelskis interview.
Alan and Ekaterina go to Portugal to speak with Marca columnist Joseph Sexton as they round up European football. Once the US Open chat is done, they have Fitness and Fight Legend Julia Firsova in the studio. Julia brings it home that it's never to late to start!
Alan and Ekaterina are joined in studio by former World #5 Anna Chakvetadze to talk tennis, life changes and post-sports career. On the phone, Leitrim man and Producer/Host of @Team33 Raf Diallo shares his disappointment of Ireland's performances, while David Nowak calls from Switzerland to let us know Alan owes him coffee, and a dirty secret of a famous Moscow-based sports journalist!
Joined by regular board controller Oly Nite, Alan Moore hosted the Capital Sports Stadium Show in the RZD Arena for the FC Lokomotiv Moscow - Ural Ekaterinaburg Premier League showdown. He caught up with Loko Hero Ari and American Express CEO Barry Sheridan.
After a rocky start Alan announces Ekaterina as the new permanent co-Host. The pair interview RT's Danny Armstrong about Spartak Moscow and his beloved Manchester United (who will play CSKA Moscow). And in studio Alexander Zotov joins the duo to discuss footballers rights in Russia, anti-racism initiatives and sports movies.
As Moscow is drenched in a late Summer downpour, Alan Moore and Oly Nite do their phonework. Interviews with the Daily Mirror's Paul Cockerton to check up on Leonid Slutsky and Hully City, Alexander Zotov the All Russian Football Players Union CEO talks about Yann M'Vila and footballers rights, while Ekaterina Bychkova checks in from New York and the US Open.
He is on, the legend that is Alexey Smertin. He tells us that he wants more rock music on the station! He never had a pet bear! Rejection spurring on his career! And he agrees to be a guest DJ! washing in coalmines. Alan's lack of education.
A round up of Russian and World Sport to kick off the show. The fight against racism and discrimination in Russian football gets a win. Gold Cup, Women's Football, Russian Premier League, UEFA Champions League and more.
Catching up with Ekaterina Bychkova after her break in St. Petes, using fan emotions, playing away from home and our big giveaway.
Part 2 with Alexey - the motivation to succeed! The big jump from Barnaul to Mayfair! Hunger to win! To battle and smash opposition! Modesty and hard work wins prizes! Great advice from his Dad - work hard for your team, work as a collective! The need to be unsatisfied with yourself - push yourself!
Alexey tells why they fined Spartak, Dinamo and Avangard for discrimination. The fight against racism. The World Cup legacy for Russia. And his secret man crush. Finally, where Alan rates in his list of top Irish people!
Alan makes a call to arms for Russian football fans giving details of all matches on this weekend. Our prize giving and a great finish!
Capital Sports' Alan Moore and Ekaterina Bychkova were in Lokomotiv Stadium for the Russian SuperCup between Moscow sides Lokomotiv and Spartak. We chatted with Loko's President (Ilya Gerkus), Sport Director (Erik Stoffelshaus) and Executive Director (Alexey Kirichek). Alan talked cycling with Russia Today's Andrew Farmer in a French cafe in Moscow. Before finally discussing Russia, Confederations Cup and more with the CEO of the All Russia Football Players Union Alexander Zotov.
Capital Sports' Alan Moore and Ekaterina Bychkova were in Lokomotiv Stadium for the Russian SuperCup between Moscow sides Lokomotiv and Spartak. We chatted with Loko's President (Ilya Gerkus), Sport Director (Erik Stoffelshaus) and Executive Director (Alexey Kirichek). Alan talked cycling with Russia Today's Andrew Farmer in a French cafe in Moscow. Before finally discussing Russia, Confederations Cup and more with the CEO of the All Russia Football Players Union Alexander Zotov.
Capital Sports' Alan Moore and Ekaterina Bychkova were in Lokomotiv Stadium for the Russian SuperCup between Moscow sides Lokomotiv and Spartak. We chatted with Loko's President (Ilya Gerkus), Sport Director (Erik Stoffelshaus) and Executive Director (Alexey Kirichek). Alan talked cycling with Russia Today's Andrew Farmer in a French cafe in Moscow. Before finally discussing Russia, Confederations Cup and more with the CEO of the All Russia Football Players Union Alexander Zotov.
Capital Sports' Alan Moore and Ekaterina Bychkova were in Lokomotiv Stadium for the Russian SuperCup between Moscow sides Lokomotiv and Spartak. We chatted with Loko's President (Ilya Gerkus), Sport Director (Erik Stoffelshaus) and Executive Director (Alexey Kirichek). Alan talked cycling with Russia Today's Andrew Farmer in a French cafe in Moscow. Before finally discussing Russia, Confederations Cup and more with the CEO of the All Russia Football Players Union Alexander Zotov.
Capital Sports' Alan Moore and Ekaterina Bychkova were in Lokomotiv Stadium for the Russian SuperCup between Moscow sides Lokomotiv and Spartak. We chatted with Loko's President (Ilya Gerkus), Sport Director (Erik Stoffelshaus) and Executive Director (Alexey Kirichek). Alan talked cycling with Russia Today's Andrew Farmer in a French cafe in Moscow. Before finally discussing Russia, Confederations Cup and more with the CEO of the All Russia Football Players Union Alexander Zotov.
Capital Sports' Alan Moore and Ekaterina Bychkova were in Lokomotiv Stadium for the Russian SuperCup between Moscow sides Lokomotiv and Spartak. We chatted with Loko's President (Ilya Gerkus), Sport Director (Erik Stoffelshaus) and Executive Director (Alexey Kirichek). Alan talked cycling with Russia Today's Andrew Farmer in a French cafe in Moscow. Before finally discussing Russia, Confederations Cup and more with the CEO of the All Russia Football Players Union Alexander Zotov.