The Managers

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Leeds United and Sunderland boss Simon Grayson. To get the best discount off your NordVPN plan, go to nordvpn.com/managersvpn — our link also gives you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan. Simon reflects on his early life and playing career before revealing how he unexpectedly found himself stepping into managem...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis look at Manchester United’s difficult start to the new Premier League season and discuss why Michael Carrick needs time to put his mark on the team. To get the best discount off your NordVPN plan, go to nordvpn.com/managersvpn — our link also gives you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan. They also turn their attention to Tottenham,...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Aston Villa and Leicester City manager Brian Little. To get the best discount off your NordVPN plan, go to nordvpn.com/managersvpn — our link also gives you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan. Brian reflects on his early career and reveals how the premature end of his playing days at just 26 led to an unexpecte...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis assess Arsenal’s perfect start to their Premier League title defence. The pair discuss whether Mikel Arteta’s side are now unstoppable and consider which of their potential challengers have what it takes to knock them off the top. They also turn their attention to Tottenham’s difficult start to the season and Everton’s disapp...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former England international Les Ferdinand. Brought to you by LiveScore. Les reflects on his early days in non-league football, his footballing family and the mentors who helped shape the opening stages of his career. He reveals how a proposed move to Manchester United fell through before discussing his eventual...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Norwich City and Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert. Brought to you by LiveScore. Paul discusses his early career and his move to Borussia Dortmund in the mid-90s, including his man-of-the-match performance against Juventus and Zinedine Zidane in the 1997 Champions League final. He also explains why it was so...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by the one and only Sam Allardyce. Sam reflects on his journey into management before delving into his career-defining spell at Bolton Wanderers, revealing the stories behind some of his biggest signings. He explains how he brought stars such as Youri Djorkaeff and Nicolas Anelka to the club - and why he ultimately deci...

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former England international Paul Merson to discuss all the fallout from the World Cup. Brought to you by LiveScore. They discuss the dreadful final between Spain and Argentina – and the antics of the Argentina players following the 1-0 defeat in New Jersey. The conversation delves into England’s exit at the semi-fin...

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...