Martin O’Neill: Brian Clough, Working with Roy Keane & Management Career | Stick to Football 64
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01/02/25 • 80 min
Happy New Year from Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet!
This week, legendary former manager and player Martin O'Neill joins Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Ian Wright, and Jill Scott.
Martin shares stories from his remarkable career, including managing Celtic, Aston Villa, and the Republic of Ireland, where he worked closely with Roy Keane as his assistant. With Martin and Roy, there’s never a dull moment!
Martin recounts his many meetings with Sir Alex Ferguson - with plenty of banter about their days on the golf course, where egos, competition, and a few wayward shots led to some truly hilarious moments.
From legendary lessons under Brian Clough to fiery debates on modern football topics like VAR, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.
We’re up for an award! Please vote for us at the 2025 Sports Podcast Awards here! https://tinyurl.com/SportsPodAwards-STF Thank you!
00:00 - Behind the Scenes and were Manchester United favoured by referees?
05:58 - Promo
06:44 - Brian Clough and Martin O’Neill's manager/player relationship
13:05 - Playing under Brian Clough and his strong character
24:01 - Nottingham Forest’s achievements under Brian Clough
26:00 - Nottingham Forest’s team as Division One Champions
36:08 - John Robertson’s impact at Forest
36:42 - Martin O’Neill’s managerial influences
39:38 - 2010 League Cup Final: Aston Villa v Manchester United
42:20 - Martin O’Neill’s Aston Villa squad
43:52 - Martin O’Neill’s time as Celtic manager
49:20 - How Martin O’Neill managed players
52:23 - Roy Keane as Martin’s Assistant Manager at the Republic of Ireland
57:10 - Roy Keane’s role as Assistant Manager
01:01:30 - Martin and Roy’s final years at The Republic of Ireland
01:04:18 - Martin O’Neill’s short spell at Nottingham Forest
01:08:14 - Roy Keane’s golfing story
01:12:50 - Martin O’Neill Community Questions
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Happy New Year from Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet!
This week, legendary former manager and player Martin O'Neill joins Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Ian Wright, and Jill Scott.
Martin shares stories from his remarkable career, including managing Celtic, Aston Villa, and the Republic of Ireland, where he worked closely with Roy Keane as his assistant. With Martin and Roy, there’s never a dull moment!
Martin recounts his many meetings with Sir Alex Ferguson - with plenty of banter about their days on the golf course, where egos, competition, and a few wayward shots led to some truly hilarious moments.
From legendary lessons under Brian Clough to fiery debates on modern football topics like VAR, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.
We’re up for an award! Please vote for us at the 2025 Sports Podcast Awards here! https://tinyurl.com/SportsPodAwards-STF Thank you!
00:00 - Behind the Scenes and were Manchester United favoured by referees?
05:58 - Promo
06:44 - Brian Clough and Martin O’Neill's manager/player relationship
13:05 - Playing under Brian Clough and his strong character
24:01 - Nottingham Forest’s achievements under Brian Clough
26:00 - Nottingham Forest’s team as Division One Champions
36:08 - John Robertson’s impact at Forest
36:42 - Martin O’Neill’s managerial influences
39:38 - 2010 League Cup Final: Aston Villa v Manchester United
42:20 - Martin O’Neill’s Aston Villa squad
43:52 - Martin O’Neill’s time as Celtic manager
49:20 - How Martin O’Neill managed players
52:23 - Roy Keane as Martin’s Assistant Manager at the Republic of Ireland
57:10 - Roy Keane’s role as Assistant Manager
01:01:30 - Martin and Roy’s final years at The Republic of Ireland
01:04:18 - Martin O’Neill’s short spell at Nottingham Forest
01:08:14 - Roy Keane’s golfing story
01:12:50 - Martin O’Neill Community Questions
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The Stick to Football Quiz with Michael McIntyre & Luke Humphries | Stick to Football 63
Get ready for a very special festive episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet and featuring the brilliant Michael McIntyre!
It's Gary Neville, Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt vs Roy Keane, Ian Wright, and Jill Scott - as they face-off in the ultimate football quiz, hosted by our guest Michael McIntyre.
From Premier League history, iconic sponsors and legendary players, get ready for a fierce showdown! The excitement continues with a high-stakes darts challenge, featuring world champion Luke Humphries in the final round!
Michael and the gang give us an episode packed with laughter, competition, and festive cheer. Who will take home the Stick to Football trophy? Tune in to find out!
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00:00 – Behind the Scenes
09:25 – Promo
10:14 – Positions in Football
17:50 – Round 1: Knowing Me Knowing You
44:10 – Round 2: The Highest Bidder
1:00:04 – Round 3: With Luke Humphries
1:31:05 – And The Winners Are...
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Coleen Rooney: Life With Wayne, Baden-Baden 2006 & Meeting Trump | Stick to Football EP 65
Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet!
In this episode, we’re joined by Coleen Rooney. She chats with Gary, Jamie, Roy, Ian and Jill about her time in the jungle, family life with husband Wayne Rooney - and the joys and challenges of raising their children.
She reflects on the infamous Baden-Baden stay during England’s 2006 World Cup campaign: The media frenzy surrounding the WAGs, its impact on the team, and what it was like at the centre of such intense scrutiny.
We delve into the Rooneys' time living in the United States, adjusting to a new way of life, and an unexpected meeting with Donald Trump!
Plus, we hear about Coleen's highly publicised trial with Rebekah Vardy. She discusses how she uncovered the truth, handled the pressures of the courtroom, and came out the other side stronger.
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