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!
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
Aug 8, 2024
Aug 8, 2024
47 min
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
Aug 2, 2024
Aug 2, 2024
53 min
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
Jul 4, 2024
Jul 4, 2024
50 min
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
Jun 26, 2024
Jun 26, 2024
52 min
Wanderers Win!!!
On the episode we look back at last weekend's win over Vancouver.
We look at Jeremy's place in the team, Ryan Telfer's great run of form and the implications some of the injuries might have.
Gary gives us a deep dive into what has changed in the past few games to help turn things around and Chris gives his thoughts on what's been going on in Vancouver.
Lastly we preview a potential new podcast for the off season and Gary tells us about his new trendy phone accessory.
You can follow the pod on Insta and X @downthepubpod
Jun 13, 2024
Jun 13, 2024
1hr 24 sec
On this episode, Chris and Anthony are joined by Kevin Anderson from The Hammer of Sparx pod to take a look at Saturday's opponents Forge.
Kev gives us an overview of how the season is shaping up for The Champions. We chat about how they have got past losing some big players in the off-season and who has stepped up in their place.
Before that we chat about the NSL signing a deal with TSN/CBC and the implications it may have for The CPL and how it may help the league in the future.
Chris and Anthony look back at last week's draw with Pacific and we answer your questions as always.
You can check us out on insta and x @downthepubpod
Jun 5, 2024
Jun 5, 2024
48 min
On this episode we look back at the draw at the league leaders.
Chris and Gary give their thoughts on standout performances from Riley Ferrazzo and Zach Fernandez.
We also chat about the Red Card received by Thiago Coimbra.
The game was also Rampy's 125th appearance for the club, so we look at what he means to the club and what an immense presence he's been.
You can follow the podcast @downthepubpod on insta and X and also follow us over on Golz TV.
May 29, 2024
May 29, 2024
1hr 37 min
We have a bumper episode for you this week, split into 2 parts.
Part One: 00:00-45:00
In part 1, we chat with former York GM, Angus McNab. We chat about sailing through the choppy waters of 2023, agents and Angus' thoughts on the departure of Martin Nash. We also hear how Angus helped facilitate the arrival of CANMNT coach, Jesse Marsch.
Part 2: 45:30 Onwards
In part 2 we look back at last week's loss to York. We talk about that last 20 mins of the game and how we looked so much better. We also chat about new Wanderer, Clement Bayiha. Finally we answer your questions.
You can follow the show @downthepubpod on Insta and on X
May 16, 2024
May 16, 2024
1hr 9 min
On this episode, Gary, Chris and Anthony look back at our first point of the season against Cavalry.
We chat about our performance against a very good Cavalry side, how we adapted without Lorenzo and having Thiago back in the starting line up.
We give our thought on Patrice's post match comments and also the standard of officiating this season.
We answer your questions and Gary gives us his thoughts on what to expect from Valour in Opposition Corner.
All this and more!
You can follow the show on Insta and X @downthepubpod
May 9, 2024
May 9, 2024
1hr 19 min
On this episode we take an overhead look at our season so far. We chat about what's not being going right, how things will get better and why we shouldn't press the panic button yet.
Gary also gives another opposition corner as he dives deep into how Cavalry set up.
With news of "The CPL on Tour", Chris gives us the background and his thoughts on the idea.
We also dig into our listener mail bag.
You can follow the show @downthepubpod on Insta and X
May 1, 2024
May 1, 2024
49 min
On this episode we look back at last weekend's loss to Ottawa.
We chat about how we set up before and after the red card, our opinions on the red card and how we will look without Lorenzo.
We also answer some of your questions and we chat about price gate.
All this and more!
You can follow the show @downthepubpod on Insta and X