Mansfield Matters Podcast

Following delight in the Nottinghamshire Derby, the Stags have not only silenced the league leaders - but broken their duck of scoring from corners! Join us as we reflect on a FOURmidable comeback and as we look ahead to a busy couple of weeks.  Join the discussion with your comments, questions & opinions in the live feed! The views expressed in this broadcast are solely those of the indi...

The Stags are stuttering but as Derby-Day approaches, Clough's men remain unbeaten in all competitions. Yet with only one goal scored in the last three league games, questions are being asked about our finishing touch.  Can the Stags find their scoring boots again, or will the lack of goals see them watching on through the looking glass as teams around them push on?  Join us to discuss a...

Hi everyone, Craig here. Today (October 10th) is Mental Health Awareness day and there's something I want to share with you all about Mental Health. This Podcast isn't about football and it's totally fine if you don't listen. I discus things which some may find upsetting or triggering, so again please feel free to NOT listen. Likewise, I swear a bit. I'm fine, this is not about me (well it is in a...

The unbeaten run goes on but thanks only to two draws, leading us to ask - are the Stags starting to stutter, are we regretting not adding a clinical front-man, can we continue the run with a win this weekend and much more! Join us to reflect on the draws against Gillingham and Wrexham - we'll chat about stadia, Craig will have his usual rant about the Papa Johns and as always we'll welcome your c...

It's been one hell-of-a-week for the Stags, who despite struggling to break down Barrow and being spectators at times in the cup - remain unbeaten in the league and still in the Carabao Cup!  It's really been a week of P's - but what does P stand for? Persistence? Penalties? Pym? Progression? Port Vale? Possibilities? Join us as we discuss all, and as ever welcome your comments, questions and...

Following Saturday’s timely reminder that football is a results based business, tonight we’re asking do you really care / does it really matter if the Stags play quick, easy on the eye, stuff – as long as they get the results? Share your comments, questions and opinions in the live feed.  The views expressed in this broadcast are solely those of the individuals. The Mansfield Matters Pod...

A sizzling temperature and a performance to match – that was the story of Accrington Stanley as the Stags continued their unbeaten start to move upto into the automatics – but, can it continue ahead of the trip to Colchester United?  Tonight on the MM Pod – We’ll gush over three tremendous goals and three welcome points, we’ll have an eye on the future following yesterdays central league cup...

As the footballing gods forever want to give and take in equal measure, we’re again talking injuries as Stephen Quinn and Rhys Oates are RULED OUT for between three and four months!  Can the Stags cope with losing two more of their most influential players or is this double whammy, a blow too far? Join us as we delve into the treatment room, recap Bradford, bicker over cup tickets and custome...

It's the week of comebacks for the Stags as they maintain their unbeaten start in the league and progress further in the cup! Tonight we'll talk comebacks, spot-kicks, depth, money and MUCH more, including as ever, your comments, questions and opinions!  The views expressed in this broadcast are solely those of the individuals. The Mansfield Matters Podcast is proud to be part of the talkSPOR...

A draw at Grimsby keeps the unbeaten start going, but as we lose yet another man at the back - we can't help but have a bad taste in our mouth - no, not the fish & chips either!! Tonight we'll talk about injuries (again!) and heap praise on Mr 9 to 5 - Jordan Bowery (Again!)  As ever, we welcome, encourage and crave your comments in the live feed... The views expressed in this broadcast a...

With Alfie Kilgour ruled OUT for the season and three others injured in the mid-week trip to Doncaster, talk turns to depth, the transfer market and avoiding square pegs in round holes.  But, do the Stags actually need to get the cheque-book out, or just hold their nerve with the answer already within?  We welcome, encourage and crave your comments in the live feed... The views expressed...

Things are ticking along nicely for Nigel Clough’s men as the season begins with a point on the road and a comfortable cup win at home – but can the Stags maintain their rhythm and turn the early optimistic hope, into something more fruitful.  Tonight we’ll reflect on the opening day at Crewe, as the Stags surrender a two-goal lead, lose a man and play until gone-midnight – OK slight exaggera...

With the new season upon us, it's time to ask the age old question - are we ready?  Join us as we reflect on pre-season, take a look at how the squads now shaping up, preview Crewe and much more. The views expressed in this broadcast are solely those of the individuals. The Mansfield Matters Podcast is proud to be part of the talkSPORT Fan Network. PLAY PODCAST PREDICTIONS http://bit.ly/MMPP-...

WE'RE BACK! Different Similarities [Series 7, Episode 1] The Stags are back in action and so are we - join us as we have a good old catch-up, on everything from pre-season action so far and season tickets, to squad building, departing CEOs and MUCH more, including YOUR comments, questions and opinions! The views expressed in this broadcast are solely those of the individuals. The Mansfield Matters...

The 2022-23 campaign is now one of the past, join us for one final time to delve into the season where small margins, had big repercussions.  As ever we welcome, encourage and desire your input via the live feed comments – plus, welcome two international fans in this mega end of season episode! The views expressed in this broadcast are solely those of the individuals. The Mansfield Matters Po...

After an 8th placed finish, missing out on the play-off's by ONE GOAL, Stags boss Nigel Clough has signed a new ONE YEAR DEAL with the club. Join us as we share our reaction, and welcome your in the comments... As ever we welcome, encourage and desire your input via the live feed comments – so get your questions, comments, and opinions in now to have your say on your team!   The views ex...

As the rain fell to mask our disappointment at last weekend’s typical defeat at the hands of Harrogate, we thought our chances were slim – but thanks to a very late Crewe penalty last night, the Stags have not one but THREE – mathematical chances to finish in the play-offs after all!  But, being mathematical equations means it’s not just as simple as winning – Clough’s men need to rely on ONE...

Defeat at the hands of the Champions leaves the Stags season on the edge – it’s not impossible to make the play-offs, but in defeat – it became a whole lot harder. Tonight we look back on missed opportunity as the fine margins of then & now mean with two games to go – we require the help of others.   We’ll also chat injuries, outside interference, realistic chances AND discus the future d...

Twenty-one years ago, Mansfield Town secured promotion to what’s now League One on home soil. Ten years ago, One Call Stadium was again a party zone – with the Stags having clinched the conference title and promotion back to the Football League. In the here and now, four games stand between Nigel Clough’s men having a shot at levelling up to League One once more – but with three of the final four...

When the Stags recorded a win at Swindon last Friday, we all thought the Easter weekend would propel and perhaps even solidify us in the play-offs, but those pesky Easter Gremlins ruined our plans with a 1-1 draw against the leagues bottom side leaving us in limbo. With six games now to go, the Stags are again on the outside looking in – a point off of the play-offs but with a vital game in hand,...

A win, AND four goals? On April 1st – it can be true, can it?! The 4-1 victory over Crawley was indeed no joke, as Nigel Clough’s men switch formation and burst into life. Tonight on the MM Podcast we’ll delve into why it’s imperative for Clough to stick with the same formation and allow the creative juices to continue to flow, we’ll discuss the influence of Stephen Quinn and preview a potentially...

Perception is a funny thing, like – is it two solid clean sheets at home, or two wasted opportunities to get a tighter grip on a play-off place? Is it, unbeaten in three, or without a win in four? After two dull 0-0 draws, we’re all a bit in limbo, which with nine games to go – isn’t great!  Tonight we reflect on the previous two games, praise James Gale, take an in depth look at our run...

Let's not shy away from the fact our performance was woeful at Stockport, BUT sometimes you can play dreadfully and still get a result, cheers Lucas! Can we really stumble our way into the play-offs though or do we need a serious injection of... life?! As always we welcome your comments, questions & opinions during the live feed comments! The views expressed in this broadcast are solely those...

Nigel Clough was damned if he did & damned if he didn't on Tuesday, as pesky injuries and the seasonal Stephen Quinn red card saw Stags beaten by play-off rivals Northampton Town.  BUT, was it just plain bad luck or is there something more concerning to address, as the rotten stench of desperation lingers!  As always we welcome your comments, questions & opinions in the live feed...

Mansfield Town delivered shocks a-plenty at the weekend as they ran out 3-1 winners at AFC Wimbledon, with even Danny Johnson getting in on the action!! Tonight in a very special show, we're celebrating international women's day by welcoming Her Game Too ambassador Emma, advocates Kiera and Keela, and Mansfield Town Ladies club captain Monica to the pannel. Chaired by our HGT champion Cam, we disc...