My Sporting Hero

My Sporting Hero

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June 18, 2025 18 mins

Watching determined young Scot tear down snooker’s old guard was wonderful — even on a black-and-white telly.

Welcome to a new episode of the My Sporting Hero podcast, part of Nutmeg FC. The home of brilliant football stories — made in Scotland.

So far this month, Nutmeg FC subscribers have enjoyed....

* The exclusive column from our tactics guy Adam Clery — on Scotland’s friendly double header against Iceland and Liechtenstein.

* Dani...

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Midfield maestro mesmerised a Hibs-daft kid… later, his wise counsel would salvage his fledgling career at Sir Alex’s Aberdeen.

Welcome to a new episode of the My Sporting Hero podcast, part of Nutmeg FC. The home of brilliant football stories — made in Scotland.

In June, Nutmeg FC subscribers will enjoy a feast of exclusive content, including:

* Daniel Gray’s Slow Match Report from the Shelbourne v Shamrock Rovers League of Ireland c...

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You don’t need to be half French to worship Zizou the magnificent, but it probably helps

Welcome to a new episode of the My Sporting Hero podcast, part of Nutmeg FC. The home of brilliant football stories – made in Scotland.

So far this month, Nutmeg FC subscribers have enjoyed....

* Former Dundee United, Aberdeen and Hibs star Mixu Paatelainen t...

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.nutmegfc.co.uk

Welcome to a new episode of the My Sporting Hero podcast, part of Nutmeg FC. The home of brilliant football stories – made in Scotland.

Top content still to come this month for Nutmeg FC subscribers includes:

* Exclusive columns from the brilliant Nick Harris and our tactics guru Adam Clery.

* The Slow Match Report from Daniel Gray on the second ...

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Welcome to a new episode of the My Sporting Hero podcast, part of Nutmeg FC. The home of brilliant football stories – made in Scotland.

So far this month, Nutmeg FC subscribers have enjoyed....

* Brian Lee’s article on the fascinating connection between fans of Morton and Serie B outfit Reggiana

* Daniel Gray’s latest Slow Match Report on Rangers’ heroic draw with Athletic Bilbao in the Europa League quarter-final

And still to come....

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.nutmegfc.co.uk

Welcome to a new episode of the My Sporting Hero podcast, part of Nutmeg FC. The home of brilliant football stories – made in Scotland.

So far this month, Nutmeg FC subscribers have enjoyed....

* Nick Harris’ brilliant analysis of the possible American takeover of Rangers

* An exclusive column from our tactics guy Adam Clery about Ryan Christie a...

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Welcome to a new episode of the My Sporting Hero podcast, part of Nutmeg FC. The home of brilliant football stories - made in Scotland.

So far this month, Nutmeg FC subscribers have enjoyed....

Nick Harris’ brilliant analysis of the possible American takeover of Rangers

And still to come....

Exclusive columns from our tactics guy Adam Clery and footballer Steven Naismith

Plus the Slow Match Report from the brilliant Daniel Gray

Only ...

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A Hearts-mad kid had photos of the club’s greatest scorer on his bedroom wall… and ended up being his captain.

This podcast is part of a new, digital version of Nutmeg that will give you more of the Nutmeg stories you love, straight to your email inbox.

You’ll get topical columns from leading players and journalists, The Nutmeg Mysteries – uncovering strange episodes in our game’s past, fascinating rummages into football finance with...

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.nutmegfc.co.uk

Why the Rocket is adored and how playing snooker could be Zen for the modern footballer.

This podcast is part of a new, digital version of Nutmeg that will give you more of the Nutmeg stories you love, straight to your email inbox.

You’ll get topical columns from leading players and journalists, The Nutmeg Mysteries – uncovering strange episodes...

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The Swiss midfielder’s pop at his own fans struck an effing marvellous blow for football’s scapegoats everywhere.

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Walking out with the King of Kings – a Former Match Mascot Remembers…

This podcast is part of a new, digital version of Nutmeg that will give you more of the Nutmeg stories you love, straight to your email inbox.

You’ll get topical columns from leading players and journalists, The Nutmeg Mysteries – uncovering strange episodes in our game’s past, fascinating rummages into football finance with Sporting Intelligence’s Nick Harris, and...

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Rangers’ great Dane embodied how the truly gifted make this beautiful game look easy.

This podcast is part of a new, digital version of Nutmeg that will give you more of the Nutmeg stories you love, straight to your email inbox.

You’ll get topical columns from leading players and journalists, The Nutmeg Mysteries – uncovering strange episodes in our game’s past, fascinating rummages into football finance with Sporting Intelligence’s ...

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A starry-eyed Burnley fanatic had to blame his tears on hay fever when majestic winger’s Turf Moor era came to an end.

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You’ll get topical columns from leading players and journalists, The Nutmeg Mysteries – uncovering strange episodes in our game’s past, fascinating rummages into football fina...

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A council-house kid worships Liverpool’s greatest scorer. Then, one day, he plays alongside him for Wales.

This podcast is part of a new, digital version of Nutmeg that will give you more of the Nutmeg stories you love, straight to your email inbox.

You’ll get topical columns from leading players and journalists, The Nutmeg Mysteries – uncovering strange episodes in our game’s past, fascinating rummages into football finance with Spo...

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Resilience, will to win, dry humour and sheer talent. Why Dunblane’s favourite son is beloved by other Scottish sports stars.

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You’ll get topical columns from leading players and journalists, The Nutmeg Mysteries – uncovering strange episodes in our game’s past, fascinating rummages into footba...

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From flying wingers to cocky golfers, let’s hear it for sport’s shorter guys who had to get their elbows out to get ahead.

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You’ll get topical columns from leading players and journalists, The Nutmeg Mysteries – uncovering strange episodes in our game’s past, fascinating rummages into football ...

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The trouble with having a genius as your first boss is you think all your subsequent managers will be as special.

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You’ll get topical columns from leading players and journalists, The Nutmeg Mysteries – uncovering strange episodes in our game’s past, fascinating rummages into football finance w...

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November 27, 2024 10 mins

It’s not easy being an English cricket fan in a Scottish football changing room, but Hibernian’s captain can’t help but tip his cap to the awesome all-rounder.

This podcast is part of a new, digital version of Nutmeg that will give you more of the Nutmeg stories you love, straight to your email inbox.

You’ll get topical columns from leading players and journalists, The Nutmeg Mysteries – uncovering strange episodes in our game’s past...

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Medal-laden Liverpool midfielder Craig Johnston was magnificent for more than just his hairdo. Here’s how he blazed a trail for fellow Aussies.

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You’ll get topical columns from leading players and journalists, The Nutmeg Mysteries – uncovering strange episodes in our game’s past, fascinating ru...

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How elegance, fierce competitiveness and Swiss swagger struck a chord with a starry-eyed Canadian kid.

This episode is produced in partnership with the official Celtic FC podcast. Please subscribe at Official Celtic FC Podcast

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