The Official Brighton and Hove Albion Podcast

Hosts Glenn Murray and Paul Hayward don their Christmas jumpers and gather by the fireside to discuss guests and highlights from the podcast past and present. Fatboy Slim, Bobby Zamora, and Vicky Losada all put in an appearance and Messi, Mitoma, and mince pies all come under scrutiny in this festive special. The Kevin Sinfield '7 in 7 in 7 Challenge' appeal, which is mentioned in the show, in aid...

To football fans, you can't put a price on Brighton & Hove Albion FC's journey from top-flight football, Europe, and a stadium that many Premier League teams look at with envy. But what's the economic impact of football on the city? Glenn Murray and Paul Hayward are joined by Bella Sankey, Leader of Brighton & Hove City Council to find out. They'll also be discussing a new home for the women's tea...

Vicky Losada started her career at Barcelona's famous youth system, La Masia, going on to play at the likes of Arsenal and Man City. She's won dozens of caps as a Spain international and titles with a range of teams and she's club captain of Brighton & Hove Albion's women's team. She joins Glenn Murray and Paul Hayward to talk about technique, challenging yourself as a player, and establishing a w...

A coastal team on the up, playing in Blue? On the cusp of greater things and on the verge of promotion? That used to be Hartlepool, and TV legend Jeff Stelling was one of their biggest fans. What have Brighton done that other clubs can't? That's how the conversation starts, but of course, with the man who until recently was the face of Gillette Soccer Saturday for Sky Sports, things rarely stay on...

England and Leeds Rhinos rugby legend Kevin Sinfield is running seven (7) ultra marathons in seven days, in seven cities and he's going to start one of them at the Amex. He's doing it to try and raise awareness and money in support of people impacted by motor neurone disease. In this special bonus episode, he tells Paul Hayward about friendship, staying motivated, community spirit, and why he's so...

Whilst Fulham, QPR, and West Ham fans have chanted his name over the years, for Brighton & Hove Albion fans, he's a true club legend who defined an era. In this episode, Bobby Zamora will be talking about his two stints at the club, where he'd fit in the current squad, and why he misses football. He also chats to Glen Murray and Paul Hayward about scoring goals, rising through the ranks, and the i...

Sam Matterface is one of the top voices of England and Premier League football matches. So what's it like to have more than 20 million people listening to your commentary? With many of them sharing their opinions on social media? In this episode, the TalkSPORT and ITV Sport commentator also chats to Glenn Murray and Paul Hayward about why the warm welcome to away fans is so important for Brighton...

He's played his football everywhere, from Blackpool to Barcelona, via India, Italy and Cyprus. So what makes Brighton & Hove Albion special? What was his lowest point at the club? And which goal does he play back when he needs a lift?* Andrea Orlandi offers a rare insight into Roberto De Zerbi's early years as a manager as he recalls his time at the club, including a physical introduction to Engli...

Joe Cole is often described as one of the most gifted players of his generation, and in recent years the former West Ham, Chelsea and Liverpool player has earned a reputation as a pundit worth listening to. So what does he think about the current set-up at Brighton & Hove Albion? In conversation with Paul Hayward, he'll be talking about his managerial ambitions; whether he'd have enjoyed playing i...

If things had turned out differently, Brighton & Hove Albion fans might have been chanting Harlem Eubank's name at the Amex. His football career came to an early end when a teenage growth spurt failed to materialise; how did he overcome these challenges to make as a pro boxer? In a fascinating chat with Paul Hayward and Glenn Murray, we’ll also be finding out from the undefeated super lightweight ...

Dutch players learn their skills with a tennis ball, argue with their managers, and are always vocal on the pitch. At least that's the rumour. Join Paul Hayward and Glenn Murray for a spot of fact-checking with Brighton & Hove Albion fan favourite Joël Veltman. They'll also be covering talking tactics, managerial ambitions, and *that* famous Crystal Palace clash with Wilfried Zaha. Plus, who has t...

She's scored goals all over Europe, for both club and country. She was part of Lyon's treble-winning side and has won the league with Wolfsburg and has picked up runners-up medals with Man City in the Women's Super League. And Pauline Bremer has netted for Germany too, including five goals on the way to a U-20 World Cup trophy. She joins Paul Hayward and Glenn Murray to talk about the Brighton & H...

They say ice water runs through their veins. That they are selfish. A breed apart. But what does Glenn Murray think? There is nobody alive who has scored more goals for Brighton & Hove Albion, and this episode the local legend talks Premier League football, squad rotation, and what it feels like to hit the back of the net, again and again. In conversation with Paul Hayward, he’ll also be talking a...

To many, he's the voice of the Albion. The BBC man has been following Brighton & Hove Albion since before Premier League and European football became a reality, when a stadium like the Amex was just a dream. What's like like on the road with Warren Aspinall ? What makes a great piece of football commentary? And what's with all the the coloured pens? This one is a must listen, not just for Albion f...

This week, we are gearing up for the start of the Barclays Women's Super League season. Managing Director of Women and Girls Football at Brighton & Hove Albion Zoe Johnson has enjoyed spells at Liverpool and Sheffield F.C. So how does football life on the South Coast compare? What effect has the Lionesses' success had on grassroots football? And will she be sea swimming any time soon? This podcast...

What's the secret of Brighton's success? Newspaper journalists Nick Harris and Jason Burt provide an analysis of Brighton's progress. They'll be talking money, ownership, innovation, and statistics as well as answering the big question: just how far can Brighton go in Europe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Liverpool player James Milner has done it all in Europe, and he’s won Premier League titles too. In this chat we’ll find out what Roberto De Zerbi has in common with Jurgen Klopp; how to keep Evan Fergusson’s feet on the ground; and what he loves about life on the South Coast. He'll also be telling us how he stays fit, and sharing an important tip for Brighton & Hove Albion fans travelling...

What's the secret to Brighton & Hove Albion's Premier League success? Is it something to do with the sea air? Or is it all about putting in the hard work, working as a team, and communicating a game plan? In this fascinating episode, Andrew Crofts shares stories about his life as a first team coach, his three stints on Brighton, and why he feels a little bit Italian these days. This podcast is a V...

Norman Cook, or Fatboy Slim, is a Brighton & Hove Albion superfan and a club legend, in every sense of the word. As a DJ, he’s played to crowds of more than three hundred thousand people in places like Brazil and Japan. But he also remembers the days at Gillingham and Withdean, when the crowds were more intimate.  In this episode, he discusses Brighton’s Premiership and Europa League journeys, sha...

Longstanding Albion spectator and multiple award-winning journalist Paul Hayward will be taking you deeper than ever before behind the scenes at the club and giving you exclusive access to players and managers from the past and present, celebrity supporters and more household names from the beautiful game and beyond! This is your domain to tune into the current conversations and hear exclusive ins...