The Managers

In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by management royalty - former Wimbledon, Sheffield United and Nottingham Forest boss Dave Bassett!

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Dave reflects on his non-league beginnings and his remarkable rise with Wimbledon, guiding the unfancied club from the Fourth Division to the top flight in just nine years.

He shares stories from the infamous “Crazy Gang” era before turning to another dressing room packed with big personalities at Sheffield United - including the formidable Billy Whitehurst.

The conversation also explores his spell at Nottingham Forest, where he opens up about the challenges of managing the mercurial Pierre van Hooijdonk.
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis dive into the Premier League title race - and ask the big question: do Arsenal have the nerve to go all the way?

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The pair assess the Gunners’ form alongside that of reigning champions Manchester City. They also discuss the future of City manager Pep Guardiola and the legacy he would leave should he decide to step away from the club.

The relegation battle is also under the microscope, with a closer look at the situations facing Nottingham Forest, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United.

Plus, the conversation turns north to the Scottish Premiership title race, and reflects on Sheffield Wednesday’s record-breaking relegation from the English Football League.
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by Martin Allen

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Martin reflects on the early days of his playing career, explaining how working under George Graham at Queens Park Rangers helped shape his approach to management.

He also looks back on his own time in the dugout, sharing stories of some of the unconventional motivational techniques he employed along the way.

The conversation turns to his short, eventful spell at Leicester City. Plus, he reveals how he once cheated Chelsea’s Jose Mourinho out of an award. 
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis are joined by Alex McLeish.

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Alex reflects on the early stages of his playing career and working under Ally MacLeod, Billy McNeill, and Sir Alex Ferguson.

He then looks back on his own managerial career, including the trophy-laden spell in charge of his boyhood club, Rangers

The conversation turns to his time in charge of Scotland, Birmingham City, and Aston Villa, before he explains how he convinced Scott McTominay to represent Scotland.
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In the latest episode of The Managers, Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis discuss the scrutiny on Thomas Frank and why he should be given more time at Tottenham.

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The guys look at Michael Carrick’s dream start as interim manager at Manchester United and whether the club should keep him and avoid another big-name appointment.

They also discuss the current uncertainty at Crystal Palace and whether keeping Oliver Glasner on until the end of the season is the right answer.

Plus, there’s time to talk about the EFL, including Coventry’s dip in form and that incredible rant from Swindon Town boss Ian Holloway.
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