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
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
On this episode we are joined by Hfx Wanderer, Massimo Ferrin!!
We chat about Massimo's great season so far, that arduous schedule the Wanderers just had, playing in Patrice's system and his relationship with the gaffer.
We also talk about Massimo's experience within the DC United system, playing college and the influence of his dad on his career.
All of this and more!!!
You can follow the show @downthepubpod on insta and twitter.
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
We are Back!!!
On this episode Gary and Anthony look into the amazing game against Forge last Friday.
We chat about the system we used to frustrate Forge, Massimo's great goal and Mr Cool himself Dan Nimick.
We welcome back show sponsor Molson Coors and we dive into our listener questions,
All this and more on this week's show!
You can drop the show a follow on Twitter and Instagram @downthepubpod
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
On this unexpected episode Gary and Anthony look over the news Joao Morelli is returning and we also look back at the win against Valour!
Gary gives his thoughts on Joao returning to the Wanderers fold and where he sees him fitting into our system. Gary breaks down the key points of the win against Valour and gives his thoughts on Aidan Daniels rich run of form.
All this and more on this episode!
You can follow the show @downthepubpod on Twitter and Instagram.
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
On this episode, I am joined by Wanderer's defender, Dan Nimick!
We chat about last weekend's amazing victory against Valour, Dan's playing relationship with Cale and Lorenzo, what a defender needs to play in Patrice's system and Joao Morelli's return.
All this and more on this week's episode!!
You can follow the show @downthepubpod on Twitter and Instagram!
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
On this week's show Gary and Anthony look back to last weekend's defeat to Atletico Ottawa.
Gary gives his views on the good and the bad of the way we were set up, the rise of Tomas Giraldo and how Massimo Ferrin is doing in his more central role.
We chat a little bit about the redemption game against Pacific and we look forward to Saturday's home game against Valour.
You can follow the show @downthepubpod on Twitter and Instagram.
Tuesday May 23, 2023
Tuesday May 23, 2023
On this episode Gary and Anthony look back at the abject defeat to York United last weekend.
We chat about how much of a loss Lorenzo was, the difference between him and Mo Omar, costly midfield turnovers and stage fright.
We chat about the few positives and Ben E King!
All this and more!
You can follow the show @downthepubpod on Instagram and Twitter.
Thursday May 18, 2023
Thursday May 18, 2023
On this episode I am joined by York United's Max Ferrari.
York United are in Halifax this week so I thought it was a great opportunity to catch up with one of the CPL's best young players.
Max and I chat about York's season so far, working with Canadian legends Martin Nash and Jimmy Brennan, adapting to new roles and dealing with injuries.
All this and more!!
You can follow the show @downthepubpod on Insta and Twitter
Monday May 15, 2023
Monday May 15, 2023
On this episode Gary and Anthony dive into the 2-2 draw against Cavalry on the weekend.
We chat about Jake Ruby's return, Mo Omar being back in midfield and the crazy ending to the first half.
We also chat about THAT penalty and Lorenzo being suspended for the next game.
All this and more!
You can follow the show at @downthepubpod on instagram and twitter
Sunday May 07, 2023
Sunday May 07, 2023
On this episode I chatted with Suburban FC's Director of Soccer Operations, Ollie Hewish, about the recently announced Maritime Super Series.
We look at the how the tournament came about, what it might mean for League 1 in the Maritimes and how it will help to develop the Men's and Women's game in the region.
You can follow the show on instagram and twitter @downthepubpod
Thursday May 04, 2023
Thursday May 04, 2023
On this episode I get to chat with new Wanderer, midfielder Callum Watson.
We talk about joining the Wanderers, how the season is going so far and being in the professional environment.
We also discuss Callum's time in US College soccer and him winning Creighton University's Male Comeback Award.
All this and more!!
You can follow the show on instagram and twitter @downthepubpod