The Managers

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 for who might claim Europe’s biggest honours this season. At the other end of the table, Leeds United, Nottingham Forest, Tottenham and West Ham are locked in a relegation fight - but who will survive? Mick and Tony give their verdict. Plus, there’s a look at the race for promotion to the Premier League, as well as the Scottish Premiership title contest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 hairdryer. The conversation also explores his time playing under Tony at West Brom, his spell with England during Fabio Capello’s tenure, and his memorable career finale at ‘Hollywood’ Wrexham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Villa before taking his first managerial job at Wycombe. John then delves into his hugely successful spell at Aston Villa, which included working with the club’s infamous owner, ‘Deadly’ Doug Ellis. The conversation also explores Villa’s title challenge, their FA Cup final, and the real reason behind John’s departure from the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 stories from the infamous “Crazy Gang” era before turning to another dressing room packed with big personalities at Sheffield United - including the formidable Billy Whitehurst. The conversation also explores his spell at Nottingham Forest, where he opens up about the challenges of managing the mercurial Pierre van Hooijdonk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 decide to step away from the club. The relegation battle is also under the microscope, with a closer look at the situations facing Nottingham Forest, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United. Plus, the conversation turns north to the Scottish Premiership title race, and reflects on Sheffield Wednesday’s record-breaking relegation from the English Football League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 techniques he employed along the way. The conversation turns to his short, eventful spell at Leicester City. Plus, he reveals how he once cheated Chelsea’s Jose Mourinho out of an award.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 his time in charge of Scotland, Birmingham City, and Aston Villa, before he explains how he convinced Scott McTominay to represent Scotland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Crystal Palace and whether keeping Oliver Glasner on until the end of the season is the right answer. Plus, there’s time to talk about the EFL, including Coventry’s dip in form and that incredible rant from Swindon Town boss Ian Holloway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 historic treble-winning side of 1999. The conversation turns to his spell at Middlesbrough, where Steve guided the club to its first major trophy and an unforgettable European adventure. He also opens up about his time as England manager and explains why the pressure of the role is unlike anything else in football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices