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 with Gary Griffiths (@FromAwaysHFX) and Chris Searl, 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!
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Hosted by Anthony Abbott
Anthony was born in Dublin, Ireland. He has loved soccer as long as he can remember.
He currently lives in Halifax, Canada, with his wife Sarah and twin boys Alfie and Damon. He is a season ticket holder of the Halifax Wanderers, where he can be found in The Kitchen section.
Episodes
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
On this episode, Chris and Anthony are joined by Wanderer's Notebook, Josh Healey.
We chat about the beginnings of the Notebook, what the plans are for this season and where Josh sees the future of it.
We chat about the announcement of the CANMNT training in Halifax.
In the last part we look back at the draw against Ottawa, how we lined up, looking good for 60 and what happened to concede two goals.
All this and more.
You can follow us on intagram and X @downthepub and Bluesky @downthepubpod.bsky.social
Friday Apr 04, 2025
Friday Apr 04, 2025
Down the Pub OG, Carlos Benites joins us this week!
We talk about the rapid rise of Carlos' footie media company, Pelota de Maple. Carlos how they are helping to grow awareness of Canadian football, not just here in Canada but in other Concacaf nations too.
Chris delves into the new TSN CPL schedule and how The Wanderers will feature.
We also chat about the new international player rules.
With the season upon us we review our top 3 best and worst new jerseys.
All this and more!
You can follow the show on X and Instagram @downthepubpod
Saturday Mar 01, 2025
Saturday Mar 01, 2025
On this episode, Chris, Gary and Anthony chat about how we are shaping up in pre season.
We start off chatting about Zach Fernandez's move to Valour, our two new MLS loanees and how are new assistant coach is looking.
We also chat about our preseason trip to England and what it means for the club.
There's also a special appearance from Gary's cat!
All this and more on this episode.
You can follow us on Insta and X @downthepubpod
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
On this episode Chris and Anthony catch up with Wanderer's President, Derek Martin.
We chat about how pre-season looks for a club President, the changes in our back room staff, frustrations with the stadium situation and league expansion
Derek also talks about CPL contracts including Dan and Mass moving on, he also answers your questions.
You can follow the pod on Instagram @downthepub and Twitter
Monday Oct 07, 2024
Monday Oct 07, 2024
On this episode, we look back at Saturday's draw against Vancouver.
We chat about how we started, how we reacted to VFCs red card and the frustrations we had in breaking them down.
We also give our thoughts on yet another Wanderer's red card and how the game changed and we also look at our play off chances.
Anthony also gives his views on the increase in ticket prices for "The Patio"
All this and more.
You can follow the show at @downthepubpod on Instagram and Twitter
Monday Sep 23, 2024
Monday Sep 23, 2024
On this episode, Anthony and Gary look back at the weekend draw against Valour and how we see our play off qualification hopes.
We chat about THAT performance against Forge and where has that performance been all year, we look at our discipline problems, reffing standards and Giorgio Probo's renaissance.
All this and more!!
You can follow the show on Insta and X @downthepubpod
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
On this episode we look back at the much needed win against York.
We chat about our highly energetic start, the big performances of Riley Ferrazzo and Zach Fernandez. We also look at how Sean Rea is fitting in as a Wanderer.
We also look at our u21 mins and what it can mean with attracting u21 talent.
All this and more!
You can follow the show on Twitter and Insta @downthepubpod
Thursday Aug 08, 2024
Thursday Aug 08, 2024
On this episode, the lads look back at the win against Vancouver.
We chat on Jefferson Alphonse's performance, Zach Fernandez returning the form and the impressive cameo from Sean Rea.
We also chat about Rampy's goal and the joyful celebration and we also chaat garlic bread!!
All this and more!
You can follow the show on Insta and X @downthepubpod
Friday Aug 02, 2024
Friday Aug 02, 2024
We are Back!!
On this episode Anthony, Chris and Gary break down the huge signing of Sean Rea by The Wanderers,
Gary and Chris give their insight into where they see Sean fitting into the team and what he will bring to help push us towards a play off spot.
We also look at the noise surrounding Ottawa's recent form and are their fans being harsh on their manager,
All this and more!
You can follow the show at @downthepubpod on Insta and Twitter
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
On this episode, Gary and Anthony look back at the Canada Day win over Cavalry.
We chat about how our midfield set up to counteract Cavalry's wing play, Riley Ferrazzo's performance subbing in for Zach Fernandez and Yann's big performance.
All this and more on this week's episode!!
You can follow the show on insta and x @downthepubpod