The Managers

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former England defender Ledley King to relive England’s dramatic last-16 victory over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. Brought to you by LiveScore. The trio break down the key talking points from an unforgettable encounter before turning their attention to England’s quarter-final clash with Norway, including the challen...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Ghana manager Chris Hughton to review the latest from the World Cup. Powered by LiveScore. Download the LiveScore app: https://livescoremedia.onelink.me/5KrT/the-managers They discuss England’s stuttering goalless draw with Ghana, and if the lack of creativity is a concern for Thomas Tuchel and his side. Scotl...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis review the early stages of the tournament.  Powered by LiveScore.  Win tickets to the final: https://livescoremedia.onelink.me/5KrT/it-can Download the app: https://livescoremedia.onelink.me/5KrT/the-managers Mick and Tony are joined by Paul Lambert to discuss Scotland after Steve Clarke’s side enjoyed a 1-0 opening group game win...

In this episode of The Managers, we take a look back at some of the best moments from Series 1. Sean Dyche explains what it was like working under the legendary Brian Clough, while Alan Curbishley shares stories of teaming up with Paolo Di Canio at Charlton. Harry Redknapp shares his experience of losing the Tottenham job just months after being the favourite to become the England manager. Peter C...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis preview the summer’s biggest football competition, taking place in the USA, Canada and Mexico. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. They discuss the newly expanded 48-team format and what it means for the overall standard of the competition, as well as the expected hot and humid conditions. Mick talks about preparing a squad and what h...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis discuss the fallout from the final day of the Premier League season. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. They chat about the newly crowned champions, Arsenal, and whether it will usher in a new era of dominance for the Gunners. West Ham joined Burnley and Wolves in being relegated from the top flight - so what next for their star play...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis break down Chelsea’s decision to appoint Xabi Alonso as their new manager. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. They discuss the challenges facing the former Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid boss, as well as what success could look like for both Alonso and Chelsea next season. Michael Carrick has secured the permanent role as manager o...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former West Bromwich Albion and Sheffield Wednesday boss Darren Moore. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Darren reflects on his early years and his playing career, including the infamous Battle of Bramall Lane clash between Sheffield United and West Brom. He also discusses his transition into coaching, the impact Tony...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Luton Town, Tottenham and Sheffield Wednesday boss David Pleat. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. David discusses his early beginnings and how Brian Clough’s assistant, Peter Taylor, played a role in him becoming a manager. He talks about the glory days at Luton Town, including taking them up as second division...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis delve into the current situation at managerless Chelsea.  Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. They discuss what went wrong for Liam Rosenior at Stamford Bridge and their advice for him on how to bounce back.  The conversation turns to the ownership issues at the club as the fans continue their protests.  Finally, Mick and Tony talk ab...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Brighton & Hove Albion and Sunderland boss Gus Poyet. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Gus talks about his early days in football and what it was like working under the likes of Ruud Gullit and Gianluca Vialli at Chelsea. He discusses his first moves into coaching, including his time as an assistant at Leeds Un...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis discuss whether Arsenal’s title bid is collapsing. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. They chat about the Gunners’ recent patchy form and this weekend’s almighty clash with title rivals, Manchester City, at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. The conversation delves into Roberto De Zerbi’s tough start as Tottenham boss, with a defeat at Su...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Fulham and Wales boss Chris Coleman. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Chris chats about his early days in football, including his playing career and the car crash that unexpectedly pushed him into becoming a Premier League manager at just 32.  He looks back on his time at Fulham and what it was like stepping in...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis share their predictions for the season’s run-in. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. They assess the Premier League title race, including whether Arsenal’s League Cup final defeat to Manchester City could impact the Gunners’ push for the title. The discussion also explores the battle for Champions League qualification and predictions...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis sit down with one of Tony’s favourite goalkeepers, Ben Foster. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Ben reflects on his early career, including being signed by Manchester United at just 22.  He opens up about the nerves he experienced at Old Trafford and what it was really like to be on the receiving end of Sir Alex Ferguson’s infamous...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Aston Villa, Derby County, and Wycombe Wanderers boss John Gregory. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. John reflects on his early beginnings and how the coaching of Terry Venables helped shape his managerial career. He shares stories from his time working as an assistant under Brian Little at Leicester and Aston...

In this special episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis examine the situation at Tottenham Hotspur. They discuss their poor Premier League form, the immediate future of interim manager Igor Tudor and whether they will be relegated. Plus, they talk about whether Spurs should field a weakened team against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League and points needed to stay up. Learn more...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by management royalty - former Wimbledon, Sheffield United and Nottingham Forest boss Dave Bassett! Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Dave reflects on his non-league beginnings and his remarkable rise with Wimbledon, guiding the unfancied club from the Fourth Division to the top flight in just nine years. He shares storie...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis dive into the Premier League title race - and ask the big question: do Arsenal have the nerve to go all the way? Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. The pair assess the Gunners’ form alongside that of reigning champions Manchester City. They also discuss the future of City manager Pep Guardiola and the legacy he would leave should he...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by Martin Allen Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Martin reflects on the early days of his playing career, explaining how working under George Graham at Queens Park Rangers helped shape his approach to management. He also looks back on his own time in the dugout, sharing stories of some of the unconventional motivational...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by Alex McLeish. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Alex reflects on the early stages of his playing career and working under Ally MacLeod, Billy McNeill, and Sir Alex Ferguson. He then looks back on his own managerial career, including the trophy-laden spell in charge of his boyhood club, Rangers The conversation turns to...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis discuss the scrutiny on Thomas Frank and why he should be given more time at Tottenham. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. The guys look at Michael Carrick’s dream start as interim manager at Manchester United and whether the club should keep him and avoid another big-name appointment. They also discuss the current uncertainty at Cry...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by Steve McClaren Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Steve reflects on the early stages of his coaching career, sharing how Jim Smith played a pivotal role in shaping him at Derby County. He then looks back on his time at Manchester United, including working under the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson and being part of the histo...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by Lee Bowyer. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Lee reflects on his early playing career, discussing how reserve-team football played a crucial role in shaping him as a teenager. He then looks back on his time at Leeds United, including working under George Graham, undergoing surgery to save his eyesight, and surviving a...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by Iain Dowie. Brought to you by BOYLE Sports. Iain reflects on his early playing career and how his non-league beginnings helped shape him, before sharing stories from a notoriously wild West Ham dressing room. He then looks back on his first managerial role at Oldham Athletic, including his influential meeting with fi...