Episode 24 Football owners: Custodians, culture and community. In August 2014, following Tranmere's relegation to League Two, it was announced that former player, and former Chief Executive of the FA Mark Palios would be taking over the club with his wife Nicola. Since that time ...Show more
Under flat caps and bowler hats: Dave Clement
During these episodes we will take a look back at examples of mental ill health in football from yesteryear. In 1976, Dave Clement made his long awaited England debut, in February of 1982, he had taken his own life at the age of 34. There aren't many QPR players that are awarde ...Show more
Man Marking - Episode 23 - Thomas Rongen
Episode 23 "The purity of football." Thomas Rongen played with Johan Cruyff and Franz Beckenbauer, but ultimately his love and belief in football stands him apart even from those legends. Thomas was the star of the 2014 film Next Goal Wins, a film about the journey of American S ...Show more
Not for me Clive: Fans Expectations
What should football fans reasonably expect from their club? And do unrealistic expectations impact the enjoyment of football? Ahead of the new season, we're back with another NFMC episode, and this time we're discussing the expectations of fans. We talk Everton, Newcastle, Bou ...Show more
Man Marking - Episode 22 - Nigel Adderley
Episode 22 "Football, a family tradition." Nigel Adderley has commentated for BBC, Talksport, BT Sport, as well as numerous others. In May 2019, Nigel commentated on his beloved Tranmere Rovers, as they faced Newport County in the league two playoff final. 12 months previous, Ni ...Show more