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The Managers

Pop! Pop! 43 episodes Nov 10, 2026

The Managers is a football podcast hosted by former Premier League managers Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis. Each week, they break down the biggest talking points from English football with straight-talking insight. They also interview managers from all levels of the game about the real-life challenges of life in the dugout.

Episodes

Are Man Utd In A Relegation Battle? Grealish Everton Saga, Tony’s Arsenal Love & Palace In Trouble!
Are Man Utd In A Relegation Battle? Grealish Everton Saga, Tony’s Arsenal Love & Palace In Trouble! Nov 10, 2026 43:41 In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis discuss Manchester United’s current predicament after their slide into the Premier League’s bottom three. Powered by Greene King Pubs. They consider whether United are now in a genuine relegation battle and look at the challenges facing head coach Michael Carrick. The pair also reflect on what it is like to have other managers
Rory Delap: Emotional Stoke Transfer, Long Throw CARNAGE, Scaring Arsenal & Derby Jim Smith Stories
Rory Delap: Emotional Stoke Transfer, Long Throw CARNAGE, Scaring Arsenal & Derby Jim Smith Stories Nov 3, 2026 1:08:40 In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by one of their former players, former Stoke City and Sunderland midfielder Rory Delap. . Powered by Greene King Pubs. Rory discusses his early beginnings and working under the legendary Jim Smith at Derby County, before a move to Southampton saw him come under the stewardship of Gordon Strachan. He talks about joini
Rob Edwards: Ian Holloway Blackpool Stories, Luton Glory, Leaving Middlesbrough & My Wolves Exit
Rob Edwards: Ian Holloway Blackpool Stories, Luton Glory, Leaving Middlesbrough & My Wolves Exit Oct 28, 2026 1:05:44 In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Luton Town, Middlesbrough and Wolves boss Rob Edwards.Powered by Greene King Pubs. Rob reflects on his early days in the game, the influence of Ian Holloway and how an early retirement from playing led him into coaching. He looks back on playing under Mick at Wolves before discussing his own managerial journ
Steve Borthwick: England Rugby Gaffer, World Cup Chances & How Football Got VAR Wrong
Steve Borthwick: England Rugby Gaffer, World Cup Chances & How Football Got VAR Wrong Oct 27, 2026 1:17:13 In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by England rugby union head coach Steve Borthwick. Powered by Greene King Pubs. Enjoy 10 per cent off matchday drinks when you download the Greene King App: https://www.greeneking.co.uk/live-sport?utm_source=the_managers_podcast&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=gkp_festive_2026 Steve reflects on his early beginnings, his
Do Man Utd Have Backbone? View On Man City Verdict, Newcastle & Sunderland Struggle, Brighton Flying
Do Man Utd Have Backbone? View On Man City Verdict, Newcastle & Sunderland Struggle, Brighton Flying Oct 20, 2026 39:11 In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis explain why Manchester United must show faith in Michael Carrick despite their sluggish start to the new season. The pair discuss Manchester City’s perfect start to the campaign, the Premier League’s guilty verdict and the controversy surrounding the case. They also turn their attention to the struggles of Newcastle United and S
Steve Coppell: Man Utd Legend, Finding Ian Wright, Palace Stories & Reading Record Breaker
Steve Coppell: Man Utd Legend, Finding Ian Wright, Palace Stories & Reading Record Breaker Oct 13, 2026 1:03:31 In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Crystal Palace and Reading boss Steve Coppell. Steve reflects on his early beginnings, watching Liverpool from The Boys’ Pen, and his determination to make it as a young player. He recalls balancing a promising career at Tranmere Rovers with studying for an economics degree, before revealing what happened w
Dave Jones: My Wolves Quit Mistake, Rejecting Everton, False Allegations & Southampton Years
Dave Jones: My Wolves Quit Mistake, Rejecting Everton, False Allegations & Southampton Years Oct 6, 2026 1:13:16 In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by former Southampton and Wolves boss Dave Jones. 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. Dave takes us back to the beginning of his career, from his boyhood club Everton to the managerial breakthrough that came at Stock
Simon Grayson: Turning Down Leeds Return, Ken Bates Stories And WRONG Sunderland Portrayal
Simon Grayson: Turning Down Leeds Return, Ken Bates Stories And WRONG Sunderland Portrayal Sep 29, 2026 56:45 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 manag
Man Utd's Vicious Circle, Defence For Spurs' De Zerbi & O'Neill To 'Wrap It Up' At Celtic?
Man Utd's Vicious Circle, Defence For Spurs' De Zerbi & O'Neill To 'Wrap It Up' At Celtic? Sep 22, 2026 40:19 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 Tottenha
Brian Little: Why I Left Aston Villa, Doug Ellis Antics & Defeating Man Utd's Class Of '92
Brian Little: Why I Left Aston Villa, Doug Ellis Antics & Defeating Man Utd's Class Of '92 Sep 15, 2026 58:18 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 unexpec
Can Anyone Catch Arsenal? Do Spurs Have Bad Vibes & Have Everton Let Moyes Down?
Can Anyone Catch Arsenal? Do Spurs Have Bad Vibes & Have Everton Let Moyes Down? Sep 8, 2026 43:05 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 disa
Les Ferdinand: PASSIONATE Debate On DOF Role! England Anger & My Newcastle Theory
Les Ferdinand: PASSIONATE Debate On DOF Role! England Anger & My Newcastle Theory Sep 1, 2026 1:04:35 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 even

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