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 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!!
On this episode, Anthony, Dave and Derek hand out their end of season awards. Player of the Year, Young Player of the Year, Goal and Moment of the season are some of the categories.
We also chat about about Hummel becoming the kit manufacturer for the league.
All this and more!!!
On this episode we look back at a crazy week in the life of the Halifax Wanderers.
We chat about Patrice's departure, the timing of the announcement, the legacy he left in Halifax and what we can expect from the next manager.
We talk about the play off loss to York and the atmosphere at the grounds and we talk about the lightning delays.
In the last part of the show, Derek gives his Tides end of season awards.
All this and more...
On this special episode we preview the playoff game against York. Derek brings us his report from training and the pre match presser.
We also chat about Forge not lifting the shield for winning the regular season. We also talk about the timing of One Soccer's Youtube piece about Patrice's job being on the line.
All this and more!!
COME ON YOU WANDERERS!!!
On this episode we look back at the win in Winnipeg, the key performance of Biello and Kareem Sow adapting to his new role.
We look forward to our last home game and how we would like to see us approach it.
On the last part Derek walks us through the Tides last home game and also talks about his trip to Dublin to see Bohs vs Schalke at Dalymount.
On this episode we look back at the loss to Vancouver and discuss or worrying away form. We chat about potential defence line ups coming into the playoffs.
Derek goes over the Tides 1-1 draw last weekend and the amazing artwork that was commissioned by the club that was designed by Mi’kmaq artist Sophie Amaral.
All this and more!!
On this episode we review the game against Pacific and the great performance by the lads. We also talk about the new franchise in Quebec and what it means for The Wanderers.
Derek gives us his Tides update and looks forward to the club showing the Women's Rugby World Cup before this weekend's game.
In this episode we look back to our loss to Cavalry. We review how we lined up without Lorenzo and how we ended up 3 goals down. We also chat about the upcoming game at Pacific and how them being put up for sale affects the league.
Derek tells us about The Tides draw against Ottawa in Tides Corner.
On this episode we look back at the lose against Forge. We talk about substitution strategy, how our new Wanderer, Reshaun Walkes looked and we might line up in our next game without Lorenzo.
Derek also talks about Erin Mcleod's retirement and the lose to Toronto.
All this and more!!
On this episode, the lads look back at the win against Valour. We chat about Coimbra's contribution and that celebration.
We also look to the big game on Monday and Anthony gives a review of York Lion's Stadium.
We get a bit bitter about Forge's success and Derek gives us a rant about One Soccer's coverage of the Wanderers.
All this and more!!
#Levyout
On this episode we chat about the latest stadium motions in the city council chambers. We also look at us blowing a two goal lead away to Pacific.
Derek also gives us his Tides round up
All of this and more on this week's epsiode!
#LevyOut
Derek, Dave and Anthony look back at the draw against Cavalry. We chat about the squad changes, the change in formations and diabolical referring.
Derek chats about being at The Wanderers open training session. He also gives us report on The Tides draw against Vancouver
All this and more!! #LevyOut
On this episode, Dave, Derek and Anthony look back at the loss to Vancouver.
We chat about the rumour of Giorgio Probo leaving the club and the ramifications, the squad selection and how we can get out the mid season slump we are in.
Derek also gives us his Tides round up after the home draw against Montreal.
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