Down the Pub Podcast- A Soccer Podcast

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!

Episodes

July 4, 2024 50 mins

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!!

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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...

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June 13, 2024 60 mins

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 Th...

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June 5, 2024 48 mins

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.

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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 l...

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May 16, 2024 69 mins

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 i...

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May 9, 2024 79 mins

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.

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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!

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April 25, 2024 53 mins

On this episode, Gary and Anthony look back at the defeat in Vancouver.

We talk line up changes, Lorenzo's positioning, Vancouver's tactics, chance creation and more. 

Gary also gives us some Ottawa insights in opposition corner, 

You can follow the show @downthepub on Insta and X 

 

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April 17, 2024 54 mins

On this episode, Anthony, Chris and Gary look back tp our opening day defeat to Pacific.

We chat about line ups, tactics, what worked and what didn't.

Gary gives us a rundown of Vancouver ahead of our next game and we also answer your questions. 

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On this episode we look at the Wanderers squad ahead of the new season.

Gary and Chris break down what tactics we may use with the players we have brought in. We also rate the transfer business we have done and give our projected starting 11s.

In the last part of the show we give our season predictions and answer your questions.

You can follow the show @downthepubpod on Insta and X and you can subscribe on Golz TV.

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April 5, 2024 63 mins

On this episode, Chris Gary and Anthony look at how the teams are shaping up heading in to the new season.

2024 is shaping up to be an epic season and we are seeing better and better players come into the league so it's a great look at how we think everyone is looking.

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March 23, 2024 108 mins

On this episode, we are live at Garrison to have a pint and a chat with the Gaffer, Patrice Gheisar. 

We chat about 2023 and what was learned, we look at the new boys on the squad and what they will bring and Patrice answers your questions. 

In part 2, we are joined by Wanderers President, Derek Martin. Derek talks about salary caps, CSB and answers your questions as well. 

All this and more!

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March 11, 2024 37 mins

On this episode we are joined by Halifax Wanderer, Riley Ferrazzo.

We chat about the step up to the pro ranks, what pre season entails, how the new boys are settling in and Riley's best position.

Riley answers some of your questions and gives us not one but two 5 a side teams!

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February 22, 2024 32 mins

On this episode, I am joined by Wanderers' new boy Ryan Telfer!

We chat about the decision to come to Halifax, working with Patrice, playing in MLS Next Pro and USL and playing internationally with Rampy.

We also look back at that Morelli incident and get Ryan's 5 aside team!

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On this week's episode we look at Media Pro and CSB's agreement for 2024, The Wanderers new signings, the Triston Henry saga and we delve into our amazing listener questions (Thank you everyone who contributed! )

All this and more!!

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February 7, 2024 71 mins

On this week's episode we are joined by Down the Pub OG, Chris Searl.

We chat about the ongoing battle between CSB and Media Pro over television rights to the CPL and what it means.

We look at the return of JGL and how he will fit into Patrice's system with The Wanderers. We dive into the listener mailbag and answer your questions. 

An enticing mix of nostalgia, anticipation, knowledge, insightful dialogue and good old humour, this...

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On this episode Anthony and Gary are joined by Wanderers President, Derek Martin.

Derek let's us know what winning executive of the year means to him and the backroom team, we also chat about Kimani Stewart Baynes being drafted and the impact Dino Rossi has had on Canadian football.

Gary looks back on the season with Derek, they chat recruitment, Patrice's impact and how we are shaping up heading into 2024.

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On this episode we are joined by Wanderers head coach, Patrice Gheisar.

We get Patrice's reaction to being nominated for coach of the year.

Gary does an indepth look with the ups and downs of the season with Patrice including the wait for a win and how we turned the season around. We also hear about why you shouldn't allow Patrice loose in your house with a marker.

Patrice answers you questions and we also get his pick for The Fina...

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October 19, 2023 52 mins

On this episode, Gary and Anthony look back at last weekend's playoff game against Pacific. 

We chat about how we set up defensively for this game, how Pacific setup to try and thwart us and how we got see James Merriman's tactics. 

Gary also gives a lowdown how he goes about writing a blog post afterv the great reception his latest one has received. 

You will also get to hear Gary do an Irish accent! All this and more on this week...

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