Synopsis
Welcome to The XS Manchester Football Social Podcast! Live from the World's Best footballing City every weeknight at 6pm the podcast is your place to catch up with our shows.With regulars Gary Owen and Micky Thomas, we also have 'The Forever Blue Show' every Tuesday with Ian Cheeseman and 'The Full Time Devils Show' each Thursday night for your fix of Red, Blue and everything in-between.Listen live every weeknight at 6pm on 106.1fm in Manchester / online at XSManchester.co.uk / Call 0345 111 7625 / Text 87711 / Tweet @XSManchesterYou can message the show here - http://www.xsmanchester.co.uk/radio/xs-football-social/
Episodes
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Premier League Review - Manchester is Red! United beat City as title slips further away, is Big Dunc the man for Everton and Wolves continue
08/12/2019 Duration: 01h25minNiall McCaughan is joined by Jonny Sharples and Jay Motty for this week's Premier League Review Show.The Manchester Derby was an interesting affair as United got the better of City, all but handing the title to Liverpool... we discuss what United did well and where City struggledDuncan Ferguson rejuvenated Everton - but should he get the job? Wolves are now 11 unbeaten, only Liverpool have a better record...All that on more on Football Social Daily, the only daily Premier League podcast you can find. Hit subscribe and never miss an episode, 7 days a week.Follow our Twitter @TheSportSocial and find our personal handles below.Niall McCaughan @niallpfcJay Motty @RFFHJonny Sharples @JonnyGabriel See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Preview - Manchester Derby Preview, Brendan Rodgers signs a new contract ahead of Leicester City v Aston Villa and Chelsea's
07/12/2019 Duration: 01h12minAnt McGinley is joined by Steve McInerney, Feargal Brennan and Tyrone Marshall to preview this weekend's HUGE Manchester derby, as Manchester United head to the Etihad Stadium.The guys are also joined by Jordan Blackwell from the Leicester Mercury, to discuss Brendan Rodgers' new contract and preview the Foxes trip to Aston Villa.And the team also chew over Chelsea's transfer ban lifting, and what that means for Frank Lampard, ahead of a tough trip to Everton.Follow us on Twitter for more football goodness: @TheSportSocial.Todays team:Ant McGinley @antmcginleyFeargal Brennan @FeargalBrenSteven McInerney @SteveMcinerney Tyrone Marshall @TyMarshall_MENJordan Blackwell @JrdnBlackwell See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update - Marco Silva SACKED by Everton, Arsenal in 'crisis' under Freddie Ljungberg and Newcastle United's Steve Bruce renais
06/12/2019 Duration: 46minFeargal Brennan is joined by Marley Anderson and Steve McNorton to get the latest reaction to Everton's decision to SACK Marco Silva, following defeat to Liverpool in the Merseyside derby.The guys are also joined by Ian Croll, Everton FC reporter for the Liverpool Echo, to get some insight on the potential candidates to replace Silva.There is also plenty of chat on the issues at Arsenal, following defeat at home to Brighton making this their worst run of form since 1977 and Newcastle's recent rise, on the back of a 2-0 win at Sheffield United.Follow us on Twitter for more football goodness: @TheSportSocial.Todays team:Feargal Brennan @FeargalBrenMarley Anderson @91MarleySteve McNorton @McnortonStephenIan Croll @IanCroll1 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update - Solskjaer sinks Spurs and Marco Silva edges closer to the Everton exit with Merseyside Derby loss.
05/12/2019 Duration: 41minIts great having mid-week Premier League games isn't it? Loads to talk about from the midweek fixtures on offer... The Merseyside Derby may have been lacking the usual bite but it could be the swan-song for Everton manager Marco Silva who's days look numbered at Goodison Park. Meanwhile in Manchester Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to have taken some of the pressure off his shoulders with an impressive 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspurs and former boss Jose Mourinho. Plus we'll look at all the other action from yesterday's games with Chelsea beating Aston Villa, Wolves getting one over on West Ham, Leicester City climbing back into second with a win over Watford and Southampton winning a "6 pointer" against Norwich. The guys also look ahead to Sheffield United vs Newcastle and Arsenal vs Brighton and Hove Albion.Follow us on Twitter for more football goodness: @TheSportSocial.Todays team:Jim Salveson @Mr_JimbobAdam Brown @AdsBrownJoe McGrath: @RadioJoeM See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Lear
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Premier League Update - Amazon’s era off to a good start, Man City back to winning ways, Mourinho’s return to Old Trafford set to be spicy
04/12/2019 Duration: 37minMarley, Steffen and Phil are on duty to dissect Amazon’s first ever coverage of Premier League games, which didn’t go down well with Crystal Palace fans, but seemed to pass the test with everyone else.Man City rediscovered some form to brush aside a feeble challenge from Burnley, can they mount a comeback in the title race?Jose Mourinho is set to return to Old Trafford with his Spurs side tonight, could everything come full circle once the full time whistle sounds?Find us on Twitter here:@91Marley@lovetheturret See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update: Amazon set to usher in new way of watching? FA Cup draw throws up some crackers!
03/12/2019 Duration: 40minThe Premier League is set to be aired on Amazon Prime this week, is it the future of how we consume football?Could a Netflix-style subscription service work for football?The FA Cup 3rd Round Draw threw up some big clashes for the New Year, but will the current managers be there to see the games play out?It’s a midweek fixture list for Fantasy Football players, we’ve got the Guru Ciaran Howley here for some tips.Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial and our personal accounts here:@91Marley@McnortonStephen@CiaranHowley See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update - David Martin is a hero, can Grealish step up again, and England's Euro 2020 group
02/12/2019 Duration: 34minDavid Martin had an emotional West Ham debut at the weekend - does he feature as one of our heroes or villains from the weekend?Jack Grealish is in fine form. Can he get even better?England will face Croatia again in Euro 2020. What are their chances of tournament success?Subscribe to the podcast now and never miss a show, 7 days a week.Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial, and find our personal handles below:Jim Salveson @Mr_JimbobNiall McCaughan @niallpfcMarley Anderson @91Marley See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Review - Silva surely to be sacked after Leicester late show, Watford's woes and title race thoughts
01/12/2019 Duration: 01h16minNiall McCaughan is joined by Alex Hylton, Adam Brown and ARGH KiD for this week's Premier League Review.Leicester's winner at the death sparked scenes for the Foxes, but perhaps was the death toll for Marco Silva at Everton. What happens next at the Toffees and how realistic are Leicester's title chances?Watford can't get themselves out of trouble, and Quique Sanchez Flores has paid for it with his job. Are Watford too far gone?Manchester City were held by Newcastle - are they all but out of the title race?Subscribe to the [odcast now and never miss a show, 7 days a week.Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial, and find our personal handles below:Niall McCaughan @niallpfcAlex Hylton @AlexParisHyltonAdam Brown @AdsBrownARGH KiD @arghkid See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Preview - Liverpool's Fabinho woes, Freddie Ljungberg's Arsenal revolution, what next for Jose Mourinho at Tottenham and the
30/11/2019 Duration: 01h15minFeargal Brennan is joined in the studio by Pete Hall, Jack Gaughan and Jonathan Smith to chew over a BIG weekend of Premier League action and managerial upheaval. The guys discuss Freddie Ljungberg's new role as Arsenal caretaker boss, Liverpool's injury concerns over Fabinho and the early impact of Jose Mourinho at Tottenham.The team are also joined by Ian Croll, Everton correspondent for the Liverpool Echo, to get his thoughts on the future of Marco Silva, and potential replacement should he be fired this weekend.Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial to find even more great Premier League content.The squad:Feargal Brennan @FeargalBrenPete Hall @PeteHall86Jonathan Smith @jonnysmiffyJack Gaughan @Jack_GaughanIan Croll @Iancroll1 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update - Uniai Emery SACKED by Arsenal!
29/11/2019 Duration: 44minUnai Emery has been sacked by Arsenal football club with former player Freddie Ljungberg taking control of the first team for the trip to Norwich City. That and all the other Premier League news is tackled by the team in a BUMPER Football Social Daily. We also talk about the futures of Marco Silva at Everton ahead of the weekend and question the wisdom of Solskjaer "Playing The Kids" in Kazakhstan. Plus, we'll have more Fantasy Premier League advice from "The Guru".Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial to find even more great Premier League content.The squad:Jim Salveson @Mr_JimbobMarley Anderson @91MarleyFeargal Brennan @FeargalBrenThe Guru @CiaranHowley See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update - Lacklustre Liverpool, Wolves boss Santo linked with Arsenal and Team of the Decade
28/11/2019 Duration: 30minLiverpool looked out of sorts in their Champions League draw with Napoli. With a hectic December, how concerning is this for the Reds?Nuno Espirito Santo is doing a stellar job at Wolves, but reports claim he may be next in line for the Arsenal job. We speak to Sam from the 77 Club, a Wolves podcast, for a fans' perspectiveAlso, as the 2010's draw to a close, we run the rule over the team of the decade - and it gets controversial!Subscribe to the podcast now and never miss a show, 7 days a week.Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial, and find our personal handles below:Niall McCaughan @niallpfcSteve McNorton @mcnortonstephenJoe McGrath @RadioJoeMWolves 77 Club @77ClubPodcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update - Man City struggling, Mourinho's man management, Chelsea and Liverpool Champions League preview
27/11/2019 Duration: 35minManchester City look out of sorts at the moment. Is there a reason for this? We speak to The Athletic's Sam Lee for his view.Mourinho's Spurs came back strong against Olympiacos last night - how will his man management skills define this Tottenham team?Chelsea and Liverpool are in action tonight. How will they fare?Subscribe to the podcast now and never miss a show, 7 days a week.Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial, and find our personal handles below:Jim Salveson @Mr_JimbobMarley Anderson @91Marley See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update - Bad return to Villa for Steve Bruce, Spurs and Man City Champions League preview and African Player of the Year
26/11/2019 Duration: 35minAston Villa beat Newcastle 2-0 in the Premier League on Monday evening on Steve Bruce's return to Villa park. We discuss where it went wrong for Newcastle and what the result means for the lower half of the tableSpurs and Man City return to the Champions League tonight - how will they fare?The African Player of the Year nominees are out, with 10 Premier League players included.Subscribe to the podcast now and never miss a show, 7 days a week.Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial, and find our personal handles below:Niall McCaughan @niallpfcPhil Hudson @lovetheturretJim Salveson @Mr_Jimbob See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update - The sack race, Aston Villa v Newcastle preview and is Guardiola nearing the end at Manchester City?
25/11/2019 Duration: 37minSeveral Premier League managers are under fire - after Pochettino's departure in the week, who will be the next boss to get the boot? We discussAston Villa welcome Newcastle United in Monday Night Football. We speak to Villa fan Pete from the Football Eclipse podcast for his thoughtsPep Guardiola may be entering the final stretch as Manchester City manager, according to reports. Should we expect this to be Pep's final season at the Etihad?Subscribe to the podcast now and never miss a show, 7 days a week.Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial, and find our personal handles below:Jim Salveson @Mr_JimbobNiall McCaughan @niallpfcSteve McNorton @McNortonStephen See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Review - Jose Mourinho up and running at Spurs, multiple managers under fire and a belter at Bramall Lane
24/11/2019 Duration: 01h24minNiall McCaughan, Ant McGinley, Julian Dowe and Sam Lee are in discussion on this week's Premier League Review show.Arsenal, Everton, West Ham, even Manchester United - all clubs where the manager is under pressure. But who will be the first to go?We pick the bones out of the weekend's Premier League action, and there is plenty to go through.Subscribe to the podcast now and never miss a show, 7 days a week.Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial, and find personal handles below:Niall McCaughan @niallpfcSam Lee @SamLeeAnt McGinley @AntMcGinleyJulian Dowe @ItsYourGame See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Preview - Jose Mourinho's comeback with Tottenham, battle of the under pressure bosses in Arsenal v Southampton, Manchester C
23/11/2019 Duration: 01h11minFeargal Brennan is joined in the studio by Sam Lee, Pete Hall and Jay Matty to preview the return of the Premier League this weekend.The gang discuss Jose Mourinho's return to English football with Tottenham, as they face West Ham and an under pressure Manuel Pellegrini.There is also plenty of chat on potential sackings, with Unai Emery and Ralph Hasenhuttl facing off at the Emirates Stadium and Manchester United's tough examination at Bramall Lane.The guys also preview Manchester City's HUGE clash with Chelsea, and Sam Lee tells us why he spent the day 'working' in the pub, and Jim Salveson chips on what next for Raheem Sterling, Joe Gomez and the boo boys.Follow us on Twitter, debate our views and generally find more cool football stuff via @TheSportSocial.Todays squad:Feargal Brennan: @FeargalBrenSam Lee: @SamLeePete Hall: @PeteHall86Jay Motty: @RFFHJim Salveson: @Mr_Jimbob See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update - Is Gareth Bale going to be Mourinho's first signing at Spurs? Plus, Fantasy Premier League advice from "The Guru".
22/11/2019 Duration: 34minThis is the ONLY daily Premier League podcast available and as always the team are picking over the biggest news from the EPL. This episode we talk Tottenham Hotspurs and those rumours linking Real Madrid's Gareth Bale with move to Spurs. Plus, which of Tottenham's want-away players might stick around now there is a new man in charge. We also talk Granit Xacha's soon-to-end excite at The Emirates and get the latest Fantasy Premier League advice from our very own FPL expert "The Guru".Follow us on Twitter, debate our views and generally find more cool football stuff via @TheSportSocial.Todays squad:Jim Salveson: @Mr_JimbobFeargal Brennan: @FeargalBrenTom Paddon: @TomPaddonThe Guru: @CiaranHowley See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update - Ex-Spurs keeper Paul Robinson's take on Tottenham, Jose Mourinho's first day on the job and Pochettino's exit
21/11/2019 Duration: 24minJose Mourinho has given his first interview and taken his first training session since replacing Mauricio Pochettino at Tottenham Hotspur.Former England, Leeds and Spurs stopper Paul Robinson joins us to share his thoughts on a crazy 3 days at the club.Subscribe to the podcast now and never miss a show, 7 days a week.Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial and find our personal handles below:Niall McCaughan @niallpfcJim Salveson @Mr_Jimbob See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update - Poch OUT, Jose IN! Tottenham replace Mauricio Pochettino with Jose Mourinho
20/11/2019 Duration: 28minIn a crazy 12 hours at Spurs, the club moved to sack Mauricio Pochettino after 5 years in North London, swiftly announcing the special one Jose Mourinho as his replacement.We discuss how much of a shock this is - whether it was the right decision from Tottenham chief Daniel Levy, whether Jose can bring success to Spurs, and what this means for the future of the club.Subscribe to the podcast now and never miss a show, 7 days a week.Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial and find our personal handles below:Jim Salveson @Mr_JimbobMarley Anderson @91MarleyPhil Hudson @lovetheturret See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Premier League Update - The best England XI, Manchester United's debt deepens and is Pellegrini on borrowed time at West Ham?
19/11/2019 Duration: 39minWith England qualified for Euro 2020, we pick our provisional starting lineup for their first tournament match. Will we agree on Southgate's strongest side?Manchester United have revealed their latest accounts, which show the club have accrued more debt. We speak to Football Social Daily regular and Full Time Devils' Jay Motty for a fan perspective.Rumour claims Rafa Benitez is being lined up to replace Manuel Pellegrini at West Ham United. Would this be a good move for the Hammers?Subscribe to the podcast now and never miss a show, 7 days a week.Follow us on Twitter @TheSportSocial, and find our personal handles belowJim Salveson @Mr_JimbobNiall McCaughan @niallpfc See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices