I enjoyed it for what it was. Ron Shelton is an interesting enough guy but I'd have zero interest in his book, Murph kinda struggled to articulate his questions at times though and Mal barely contributed which was a pity
A week late to it but the chat with Howard Bryant last week about Roger Federer's retirement and career was very good.
Actually I listened to it and found it enjoyable enough. Shelton was a good interviewee
I thought James Horncastle's review of all things Italian football was excellent. I was only notified by Roma FC of tickets for sale for October's game v Napoli yesterday just after listening to Horncastle say that Roma had sold out their last 11 home league games due to fascination of Mourinho and some star signings. I'm looking forward to sampling the atmosphere of the Stadio Olympico and the possibility of it being a top of the table clash.
Rohan was excellent today on the AFL. He really put across his point on racism in Australia very well.
Had a few "on this day" tweets about previous all Irelands this month.
Made me feel a little nostalgic really.
Whatever about moving into finals into August, moving them into July is ridiculous.
Yeah, spoke really well. I've zero interest in AFL but would gladly listen if he was on again
Yeah but Tim needs to think of the poor buck Googling Brazilian striker "Fredgie"...
Excellent what a game to go to but be careful, there is serious bad blood between Napoli and Roma fans. Even murders in the last decade. The atmosphere will be electric. A packed stadium singing Roma Roma Roma will be unbelievable. If it's your first time attending a game in Italy remember you must bring your passport with you to the game otherwise you will not be left in.
Agreed. Pretty sure he has been on a few times over the years and always found him a very good guest.
Harrowing what is going on down there all the same, couldn't believe what I was hearing
First time visiting Italy let alone a Serie A game. I did a bit of research and was aware you must bring passport with you and to match the details on your match ticket. Thought buying ticket through the official Roma FC website was the best bet and only had to wait a few minutes in the queue when notified yesterday. Cost €102 for a pretty good seat.
I know Italy has had it's problems with hooligans and Ultras but didn't know there was bad blood between Roma and Napoli so thanks for the heads up i'll be vigilant to my surroundings. I didn't think away fans were as prevalent at Italian games as in England. Not the same culture in that regard.
Anyone else think Ken’s comment that “betting isn’t necessarily a bad thing” during the conversation about the commercial aspects of football the other day was somewhat jarring? I was reminded of it while listening to another podcast on the Acast platform today which was preceded by an online betting ad. I wonder if the lads are now having to compromise some of their “independent member-led journalism”?
I don't get Ken at times. He shoots down Eoin's comment that Scotland has 9 players starting who play in the Premier League by indicating the likes of McGinn and McTominay are poor but then he's discussing with David Syned whether Brady or McClean would play. Those 2 would be nowhere near a Scottish team
Jesus that’s a desperately uninformed opinion on McGinn. He’s a brilliant performer for Scotland.
Internationals, especially meaningless ones, ruin everything. I'd much rather they had a season. May and June, get momentum and atmosphere. This stop start craic is like half blowing up a balloon every month.
Thought the whole show suffered today. Zero interest in Shakiras divorce.
Ah you'll be fine , the Napoli fans will be escorted from the trains and their buses. Just be aware is all. It will be unbelievable. Stadium is a bit out of the way as well. There's a Roma shop close to the Spanish steps. Make sure to visit Stadio dei Marmi next to the Olimpico. Dubious history but statues and stuff worth checking out.
I think there's times Ken can't but help being the contrarian.
I think it’s mainly just uninformed because Ken isn’t watching or even processing Scotland games so he’s judging everything through the prism of the premier league.
if he judged yarmalenko by his west ham appearances he’s a dud, he’s a very different box of cheese in a Ukrainian shirt … as are many footballers who go up several levels when playing for their country.
Kens knowledge of football outside of the premier league begins and ends with Diego Torres.
I hope they follow up on this story regardless of the investigation's outcome.
Really doesn't say much for the standard of international football, does it.
International breaks are a joke and a pain in the ass, at least 50% of international games should not be taking place at all.
The people like it. Players care about it. It’s not like the railway cup or something.
from an Irish perspective it’s the only thing in Irish football that makes money
The nations league, though, really? It only exists to make money for UEFA.
It’s replaced international friendlies. I think it’s great to be honest. UEFA have revamped international football excellently with the nations league and playing matches on all evenings during the week instead of just 2.
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Coincidentally, I read the stone skipping article the other day. Funny to hear it come up on the pod. It's worth your time.
Stone Skipping Is a Lost Art. Kurt Steiner Wants the World to Find It. - Outside Online
Some read
Anal beads... what an introduction to the show
Murph usually almost chimes in and claims to be an expert on everything, was waiting for him to be an expert on these too...
Hilarious (to me anyway) bit at the end of Thursdays show after the chess.
Murph mentions West Ham vs Wolves is on sky on Saturday, reckons it's the worst premier league fixture, asks Ken to chime in, Ken thinks about it for a few seconds and realises it's a ridiclious question and gets a dig in at Murph "You've shown yourself up there Murph. Not for the first time". Murph gets annoyed and keeps at Ken who winds him up even more. Eoin then gets them to move on. Guaranteed Ken was sitting back in his chair laughing at Murph.
