Down the Pub Podcast- A Soccer Podcast
Down the Pub: Hosted by Anthony Abbott, Down the Pub is a Canadian soccer podcast which focuses on Halifax Wanderers and the Canadian Premier League. From post-match reviews to interviews with professional footballers from the CPL and beyond, join us Down The Pub for some top quality football chat. The first pint is on us!
Episodes
On this episode Anthony and Derek look back to at the loss against Cavalry. We chat about a decent first half performance and the second half collapse.
We look at our squad depth with injuries and players away on international duty, the two goals we gave up including Akinwale leaping over the ball and Jason's miss.
All this and more!!
On this episode, Dave, Derek and Anthony look back at the last gasp winner against Vancouver. We chat about a much improved defensive display, how our new formation is working and also our lack of creativity.
With the transfer window a month away we give our thoughts on what we might need to bolster the squad and what we do if Tiago became available.
We discuss having Tides and Wanderers on back to back days and if it's a good id...
On this episode we look back at the much improved performance against Inter Toronto.
We chat about our attacking threat, a different formation and chance creation.
We also talk about Derek Martin's stadium comments on the Wanderers Weekly Show.
Dave gives us his Down the Pub Lock In for MOTM sponsored by The Halifax Seaport Beerfest!
On this episode, Dave and Anthony chat about the narrow loss to Ottawa on the weekend. We look at a poor first half again but also a much improved second half. We talk about the positives we can take from it into the next few games.
Dave also gives us a breakdown on what it must be like for the officials trying to work with the new daylight offside rule
All this and more!!!
In this episode we look back at the defeat in Hamilton in the Canadian Championship.
We chat about a brighter start, things that worked,mistakes that cost us and needing leaders to step up.
All this and more!!
On this episode we look back at the defeat against Forge.
We discuss how our squad shapes up to Forge's, the manner of the defeat and how we could try and rectify it.
We give our thoughts on Skublak's business card antics and Dave give's his player ratings!
We had a special guest in Dave's cat, so if you hear meowing it's him and not Derek complaining.
All this and more on this week's episode!!
On this week's episode, Derek and Dave broke down the loss to Supras in Montreal. The lads chat about what went wrong, Izzy's performance and how we are looking after our start to the season. The lads also talk about what impact our new signing, Ilhan Ahmed can have.
We also introduce our new sponsor, Seaport Beer Fest and Dave gives us player ratings too.
All this and more!
On this episode we look back at the draw with Pacific in our home opener. We chat about our slow start to games and what we could of done to prevent the equalizer.
We talk about the Wenger Rule goal and the refereeing performance.
We also chat about Supra's first home game and much more!
On this bonus episode, Down the Pub's roving reporter, Derek Simon caught up with some players on the eve of the Home Opener.
Derek chatted with Marco Carducci about settling into Halifax and new surroundings and hunting for bookshops. Derek talked to Kareem Sow about his first pro goal, settling in Vanni's system and some tips for making it in the pro game. Lastly Derek spoke to Tavio Ciccarelli about his first pro goal and playi...
On this episode we look back at last weekend's draw with Inter Toronto. We chat about the enforced personal changes, our general overall play and a great performance from Isaiah Johnston.
We talk about what team's are impressing so far, Supra's league debut and dave talks about vanni's dreamy eyes.
All this and more!!
On this episode, we break down the win in Vancouver. We chat about our burgeoning relationship in midfield and up front. We talk about that performance from Marco and the unbelievable goal from Lorenzo.
All this and more!!
On this episode we are joined by media legend, Dominik Diamond.
We chat about getting involved with The Wanderers, how The Wanderers Weekly came to be and what are chances are for this season.
Dom gives his thought on Scotland and Canada's world cup chances, the CPL's new rules and also tells us about Robbie Williams saving a relationship!
All this and more!!
On this episode Anthony and Derek are joined by Wanderers Supporters legend Gary Griffiths.
We look back at the friendly game against Dal that was open to season ticket holders.
We chat about who caught our eye, Derek gives his thoughts on the Moon Mist kit and Gary gives us an indepth look at Vanni's tactics. We also talk about what we might need to round out the squad.
All this and more!!!
On this mini episode, Derek chats with new Wanderer, Francesco Troisi. They chat about moving to Halifax, working with Vanni at Vancouver and more.
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On this episode we are joined by new Wanderers assistant coach, Daryl Fordyce.
We chat about moving into his new surroundings, how pre-season is going and how the relationship with Vanni is building.
We also talk about the transition from player to coach and Daryl's time in Winnipeg.
Daryl goes in-depth about player development and how The Wanderers are doing the right things in terms of pathways for young players.
We also go ov...
On this episode, Anthony, Dave and Derek review how our squad is shaping up so far and what we think we are missing. Derek reports on what he saw at the first day of training media day.
We also chat about one of our jerseys being leaked by Hummel and the announcement of Ireland coming to play Canada in a pre world cup game.
Derek had the chance to interview Vanni, Tavio and Marcus Godinho at the media day so we have included thos...
On this episode, we welcome Wanderers President, Derek Martin. Gary Griffiths also joins us.
We chat about our new manager appointment, how recruitment has changed and the sale of Tiago Coimbra.
We also chat about stadium progress and the frustrations around it, our new kit manufacturers and how preseason will shape up.
All this and more!!
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On this episode I am joined by Lynne Fox and Down the Pub's, Derek Simon, to discuss the launch of their new Halifax Tides Podcast, The Tides Pod.
Lynne gives us a look into where her love of football came from, we discuss the format of the show and what listeners can expect!
You can follow the new show at @thetidespod on instagram and @thetidespod.bsky.social on Bluesky
On this episode we are joined by new Wanderer's Head Coach and GM, Vanni Sartini.
We chat about expectations, building up a youth system, the spine of the team that is here, fostering relationships with the fans and promising to eat donairs if we win a trophy!
In Tides corner we chat about Stephen Hart being named permanent Head Coach, Ruth Fahy joining as VP of football from The Colorado Rapids and players the team have retained ...
On this episode I am joined by Block 108 Capo, Leo Caso.
We chat about how Leo became a Wanderer's fan, progressing to being a Capo and how a game day looks.
Leo also talks about how the changes in The Kitchen this year and how the Block 108 and other supporters dealt with the changes.
Leo also gives his young player of the year, player of the year and moment of the year.
All this and more!!
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