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The Football Historian Podcast

The Football Historian Podcast

By: Peter Kenny Jones
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The Football Historian Podcast explores the history of football by speaking to former players, people involved in the game and passionate supporters. We also run quizzes and in-depth documentary style episodes to share more weird and wonderful stories from the history of football.Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Football (Soccer)
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  • Emmerson Boyce: Wigan’s FA Cup Miracle, Barbados & Barclaysmen | The Football Historian Podcast #58

    Emmerson Boyce: Wigan’s FA Cup Miracle, Barbados & Barclaysmen | The Football Historian Podcast #58
    May 20 2026
    Welcome to The Football Historian Podcast, hosted by Peter Kenny Jones. In episode 58, I’m joined by former Wigan Athletic captain Emmerson Boyce. Best remembered for lifting the FA Cup with Wigan in 2013 after one of the greatest shocks in Wembley history, Emmerson tells the story of his career from Luton Town and Crystal Palace to becoming a Wigan legend. We discuss how he first got into football, his move north to Wigan, what made the club feel like a family, and why Dave Whelan played such a big role in his career both during and after football. Emmerson also gives brilliant insight into working under Paul Jewell, Steve Bruce and Roberto Martinez — including the moment Martinez told Wigan he wanted them to play like Arsenal and Barcelona. Of course, we also talk in depth about the 2013 FA Cup final against Manchester City, Ben Watson’s winning goal, walking up the Wembley steps, lifting the trophy, and why he wouldn’t swap that cup win for Premier League survival. There’s also discussion on Barbados, representing the national team, paying for his own travel to play international football, working as technical director, women’s football, Wigan Athletic Women, and his hopes for the future. Thanks so much for the continued support, and I hope this instalment of your soon-to-be favourite football podcast continues to impress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • Roddy Collins Pt.2: They Tried To Sack Me… Then I Won The Double | The Football Historian Podcast #57

    Roddy Collins Pt.2: They Tried To Sack Me… Then I Won The Double | The Football Historian Podcast #57
    May 6 2026
    Welcome to The Football Historian Podcast, hosted by Peter Kenny Jones. In episode 57, Roddy Collins returns for Part Two of one of the most chaotic, honest and entertaining interviews we’ve ever recorded. After covering his playing career in Part One, this episode focuses on Roddy’s life in management — from accidentally becoming a player-manager at 23 to rebuilding clubs, fighting boardrooms, surviving pressure from supporters and creating some unforgettable stories along the way. Roddy talks about managing in Ireland, his time at Bohemians, winning the double, dealing with boards who didn’t want him, and the incredible comeback that helped save his job when he was 4-1 down at half-time. We also discuss his time at Carlisle United, how he tried to bring standards into the club, getting help from names like Sir Alex Ferguson, Bobby Robson and Sam Allardyce, and why Leon Osman immediately stood out as a Premier League talent. There’s also a more serious side to the conversation, as Roddy opens up on coaching licences, football politics, the career he feels was taken from him, and why keeping his dignity mattered more than staying quiet. Thanks so much for the continued support, and I hope this instalment of your soon-to-be favourite football podcast continues to impress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 58 mins
  • Neil Mellor: Rafa Benitez, Istanbul & Liverpool’s Hidden Truths | The Football Historian Podcast #56

    Neil Mellor: Rafa Benitez, Istanbul & Liverpool’s Hidden Truths | The Football Historian Podcast #56
    Apr 22 2026
    Neil Mellor joins The Football Historian Podcast to tell the real story behind his career at Liverpool. From scoring 56 goals in a season to THAT moment against Arsenal, Neil opens up on life inside one of the biggest clubs in the world — including his relationships with Rafael Benítez and Gérard Houllier. He also shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from the 2005 UEFA Champions League Final, including how he ended up with a medal… and why it wasn’t quite what he expected. We also discuss: • Being told to support Liverpool by Steve Heighway • Training with Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher • Life in the reserves and breaking scoring records • The reality of going out on loan as a young player • Dressing room stories with Dietmar Hamann Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 mins
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