Chatting all things Brighton & Hove Albion, usually from a pub in London! Featuring guests, anecdotes, banter and wider footy debate Find us on the Sport Social website: https://podcast.sport-social.co.uk/podcast/brighton-rock/
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All things footy with Max and Pat. The Footy Fancast brings you the finest armchair punditry and the hottest takes. Weekly round ups, predictions and more!
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Andys Bass and Knott plus Alan D joined Russ for a final word on the Euros and a catch-up on all the latest Albion happenings including analysis of the club’s trip to Japan. Stand or fall! UTA! 🇯🇵 @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network that can be found in all their glory at this rather suitable addr…
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Russell chatted England and Albion with The Gent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Brighton Rock
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“Touched By The Hand of G.O.A.T” - Euros 3 & BHA Signings Galore!
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Russ and Pete discuss the array of new signings at the Albion plus a new women’s head coach appointment, Knocky’s retirement announcement, England’s QF and SF successes and the build-up to Sunday huge Final showdown with España. Stand or fall! UTA! Bart for France!!! 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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The Terrible Trio (Pete, Russ & Andy K) are back for another helping of Euros chat but more importantly all the reaction to the official presentation of new Albion head coach Fabulous Fabian Hürzeler. Stand or fall! UTA! Long live The Friendly Authority! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network that ca…
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A Startled Flock Of Chickens - Euros 1
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German football phrases, Dunk’s ketchup obsession, PSR shenanigans AGAIN and the flower of Scotland has wilted. Russ, Pete and Andy K marvel at it all as well as casting a further eye over inbound Albion head coach Fabulous Fabian Hürzeler. Stand or fall! UTA! Come on 🏴! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcas…
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Love Hürz: Head Coach Latest & Palace Chat
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Looks like Fabian Hürzeler is the new chosen one. We gauged opinion down the pub, before and after the latest Seagulls Over London meeting where Kevin Day was guesting - plus we had a catch-up with Palace friend of the show Toby Kinder. Stand or fall! UTA! Everybody Hürz @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcas…
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Andy K joined your regular hosting duo to discuss the European club cup finals, the Championship play off final, Man City’s shameless announcement of intention to sue the PL, the latest on the hunt for Albion’s new head coach and most importantly of all the big reveals on Difficult Place To Go Bingo and The Brighton Rock Player of the Season winner…
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Pete and Russ were joined by prominent sports writer, journalist and author Nick Szczepanik for our grand and bumper season review, revelling in the European memories made, the good start to the league campaign and the 4 points (definitely should have been 6!) gained against our baby brothers from the wrong side of Gatwick!, but also lamenting what…
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In this episode, Russell was joined by the founder of supporters’ group Shegulls to review The Albion Women’s season, talk about his Albion supporting backstory and how the advent of Shegulls game into being. Plus a word on the men’s season and the departure of RDZ. Stand or fall! UTA! Sheeeeeeeguuuuullllsss!!! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@…
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And so the season ends, with Albion spluttering to a halt, following a momentous season in which we travelled Europe to watch the boys in the stripes. This match, which Albion easily deserved to win, marked the final game in charge for legendary head coach Roberto de Zerbi, who dared us to dream! Also departing was vastly experienced midfielder Ada…
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Arrivederci Roberto. Announcement Special 😩
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Will he? Won’t he? Well at least we now know and have the whole summer to plan ahead. Stand or fall! UTA! Noooooooo, Roberto! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Brighton Rock
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The Gent, Sheebo, Kev and another example of absolutely impartial refereeing feature, plus praise for Creepy Crawley’s outstanding performances in the play off semis. Stand or fall! UTA! I’m sure Salisbury did not have a steak{sic] in the game?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Al and Nick guest hosting our MDS from the North East as Albion engineered a creditable point on our last away trip of the season. Surely and easy win, eh, Chris?! Stand or fall! UTA! Howay Draw The Lads! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network that can be found in all their glory at this rather suita…
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Russell and The Gent, further analysing the Villa game, discussing lessons learnt by The Albion this season, highlighting a potentially preferred area for the women’s team, summing up the playoffs so far and previewing the final run-in for Roberto’s boys. Stand or fall! UTA! Who is En-sigh-zo?! 👀 @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part …
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At bloody last! A win! A win v VILLA! 😮 And an open play goal (sort of!)! Cameo’s from Neal in WSU, Margaret in the North concourse after the final whistle and Dom down the pub celebrating post-match all featured alongside some of the usual suspects as Albion got back on track in their bid to be once again top half finishers and Kings of the Coast.…
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Foot Race, House Tours & Forum. City / Bournemouth Reviews
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In the Pod Squad this week to discuss the City and Bournemouth defeats, the fans’ forum, the continuing climax to the season in the EFL and non-league and the proposed changes to PSR are Russ, Pete, Andy K and Alan. Stand or fall! UTA! Just a Slip of The Foden! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network …
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Russ and Pete went 🎵 Daaaarn to Margate 🎵 along with Pete’s American friend Eugene to tick off yet another ground and dip back into The Isthmian League scene. It seemed timely with the furore over the PL / FA decision on Cup replays freshly on topic. We ranted somewhat and also gauges the view from Margate fan Graham(sp?) on this rather emotive iss…
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The season is petering out, which seems appropriate on a week when Peter was out himself, due to prior commitments but Russ instead had the pleasure of Turf Moor attendee Andy Bass to give his take on the give and take of the defensive possession errors that marked this blustery affair. In Part 2, the boys then cast eyes over the exciting run in up…
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Worthing confirmed a play off place again and Pete and Russ were there at Dartford to see it. They also further reflected on the weekend’s disappointing result for Albion. Stand or fall! UTA! Up The Rebels! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Brighton Rock
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The Arsenal MDS, rants about pubs, rants about Cantankerous Dickweasel General and Chelsea whinger Andy Jacobs and plenty more chat besides. Stand or fall! UTA! Heart In Hand, Head In Shame @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network that can be found in all their glory at this rather suitable address: ww…
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All the chat from in and around The Gtech including a lovely chat Russ had with Albion legend Iñigo Calderon down the pub! 💙🤍💙 Stand or fall! UTA! 🎵 He scores with his face 🎵 @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network that can be found in all their glory at this rather suitable address: www.sport-social.…
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Wele’s Devilish Goal Record (666): ‘Pool Review
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No joy at Anfield but Wele shone with his quality hold up play and stunning strike on the occasion of his 100th PL appearance for The Albion. There’s also record PL profits and a new Paul Barber deal to discuss, hot off the press. Plus we look ahead to this midweek’s trip to Brentford. Stand or fall! UTA! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.…
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It wasn’t to be but at least Albion went out on a high after their 1-0 win at The Amex, claiming a 4th clean sheet in their last 5 Europa outings. Here’s the Pod Squad opinions from before, during and after the match. Oh and Totti likes pineapple on his pizza, apparently! 😅 Stand or fall! UTA! Arrivederci! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail…
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Back to winning ways, to our collective relief, after a run of 3 consecutive defeats for the first time in RDZ’s reign. Russ, an array of the usual suspects plus David the Forest fan were there to see it. Stand or fall! UTA! Timbeeeerrrr! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Roman Holiday Part Two - Il Giorno della Partita di Calcio
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Well the game didn’t go according to plan but we all had a great day anyway. From the bus queue ‘til the early hours of the morning, here it all is! As friend of the show Josh said “so long as we don’t get dicked 4-0” 👀 Stand or fall! UTA! Pass the limoncello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Roman Holiday Part One - Eve of the Game
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Albion are into the knock out stages of The Europa League at the first time of asking! Russell was in The Eternal City with a sizeable posse from The Pod Squad plus there were debuts for Ben from Cheltenham, Sam & Molly and also Per, our new Swedish chum. Stand or fall! UTA! Forza Brighton! Bellissimo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas…
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Yes another game vs Fulham, another frustrating performance and result as a still injury ravaged Albion rotated in prep for Roma Part 1 and the rather curious starting 11 couldn’t muster a goal. The social was nice though, as we welcomed back to the pod three former guests: Fulham fan and podcaster Emilio joining us in person for the first time and…
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Herein lies a MDS with our erstwhile Greater Mancunians Al and Nick, followed by further musings and lamentations from Russ and The Gent. Stand or fall! UTA! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network that can be found in all their glory at this rather suitable address: www.sport-social.co.uk Please foll…
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Andy Bass joins Pete and Russ to talk Everton (groan!), Roma, the Great Maidstone Cupset, Blunderland ‘Til I Die, the worst goal celebration ever and it’s pathetic imitators, Barnet coming home and in the middle section we were also delighted to welcome back our regular FA Cup expert Phil Annets to preview the 5th round including Albion’s tie at Wo…
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“When in Rome / What Have The Wohmans Ever Done For Us?!”
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Roma! Whay hay hay! Another exciting adventure awaits us as the UEFA bods pull Di Rossi’s boys out of the hat (well, see through bowl, anyway! Pete and Russ discuss this and other news including pain in the neck Mito injury, Jewell robbery and giving the blue cards the red card! Stand or fall! UTA! Have you ever seen the Palace meet the pope?!! @Br…
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Blades Review & Sussex Non-League Special 11
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Pete and his Dad joined Russ at Welling United v Worthing on Tuesday night for yet another goalfest and to look back to the one on Saturday when Albion wiped Sheff Utd out in a fashion a little like how Mason Hilgate tried to wipe out Kaoru Mitoma!!! Poetic justice was served. Stand or fall! UTA! Forged in steel, thrashed on grass!!! @BrightonRockP…
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“He’s Got A Birdsh*t On His Head” 🎶 Spuds MDS
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As Andy Knott said, towards the end of this episode, “shit happens… and it did!”. This was the tale of what could’ve been, as Albion succumbed to a late winner, costing them a share of the spoils on another fruitless visit to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Duncans Rouse and Lees joined Russ to give their views, plus the aforementioned Andy Knott, J…
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“Roy Hodgson, We Want You To Stay!” P*l*ce Review
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Russ, Pete, Andy Bass and Will Smith on this week’s pod squad to bask in the glory of Albion’s imperious display, enjoying Dunky’s celebration, the “quashing of their hopes and dreams”, talking tins of John West, a mass exodus, a bloody good day all round and Will’s Albion backstory. Stand or fall! UTA! Cheer up, baby bros!!! @BrightonRockPod brigh…
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P*l*ce MDS, with Norwegian Flavouring
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On the delightful occasion of us battering ‘that lot’ on Saturday, Russ was joined by an array of the usuals plus debuts not only for ‘Adopt-A-Wedge’ Tom, WSU STHs Greg and Stuart(sp?), but also for a merry band of 7 Norwegian guys who added a fantastic extra element to an already epic day. We bloody love football!!! *** WARNING: CONTAINS A REASONA…
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18: Luton Town on a roll! Brighton triumphant in the M23 derby & Leeds leapfrog Ipswich!
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Pat and Max are back to cover this goal-infested Premier League gameweek as Newcastle and Luton put on a thriller, Villa ruthlessly take down a struggling Sheffield United and Brighton put 4 past Palace. TikTok - the.footy.fancast Instagram - thefootyfancastBy The Footy Fancast
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Calamity at ‘The Ken’’, Wardy at SoL, youngsters at the transfer window and revenge (at last) at The Amex???? Stand or fall! UTA! Time for a reaction!!! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network that can be found in all their glory at this rather suitable address: www.sport-social.co.uk Please follow us…
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Guest presenters Alastair and Nick were at Bramall Lane for the first of two closely timed visits to good ole Sheffers! They and a bunch of the usual suspects give their views on what turned out to be a great day out and ‘three points’ 🤔🤔 very well deserved. Stand or fall! UTA! Nick’s a ‘Traitor’! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part…
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17: Maidstone STUN the football league at Portman Road! Klopp announces departure at end of season & race for 2nd in Championship heats up!
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The magic of the FA cup in all its glory as 6th tier Maidstone United pull off a shock 2-1 win over Premier League chasing Ipswich Town. Klopp officially announces he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season, who will fill his role? TikTok - the.footy.fancast Instagram - thefootyfancastBy The Footy Fancast
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“The Italian ‘Express’ Train”. Wolves Review
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Episode 333. Halfway to devil worship!!! Wolves, Milner milestone, signings new and potential, Ivan Toney, Palace falling down and Japanese whisky….oooo yeah! Stand or fall! UTA! Leaping around at the bar! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network that can be found in all their glory at this rather suit…
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16: KDB is BACK as City stun Newcastle at the death, January transfers so far & EFL Championship promotion race!
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A quiet week of Premier League football, but not for a lack of drama! KDB reminds everyone that he is still that guy, as he provides a goal and assist as City triumph at St James' Park. Max and Pat also talk latest business in the transfer market, and also touch on the top of the EFL Championship table. TikTok - the.footy.fancast Instagram - thefoo…
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Red-Headed Flea & JP Van Heckenbauer”
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Part 1: Featuring Phil Annets giving his views on this season’s FA Cup story so far, which began way back in August, some Cup trivia, his thoughts on Albion, the 4th Rd draw and the TV scheduling conundrum! Part 2: A Pod Squad of Russ, Andy Bass and Andy Knott analyse the game at Stoke, frowning at the announced attendance, revelling in our win, in…
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15: Happy New Year from TFF! Premier League TOTS so far & 2024 plans!
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As we move into 2024, Max and Pat are back with a bang with their picks for the Premier League Team of the Season so far. Who makes your TOTS at this stage? TikTok - the.footy.fancast Instagram - thefootyfancastBy The Footy Fancast
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All the chat from the game as Albion avoided a double defeat and moved up to 7th. Featuring latest debutant John The Hammer on the pre match segment. Stand or fall! UTA! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network that can be found in all their glory at this rather suitable address: www.sport-social.co.uk…
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Spuds, “Sitting Dawn” & 2023 Review
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The final episode of the calendar year saw Russ and Pete eke out one final non league MDS as they met up with Russ’s Darlo-supporting mate Andy Black before attending the Isthmian League South East Division match between hosts Cray Valley Paper Mills and their visitors Sittingbourne Town, whereupon they made a new friend in player’s dad Peter Hope.…
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No Virgins or Wise Men: P*l*ce Xmas MDS
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Featuring an array of the usual suspects plus a feature chat with Julian Roland, debuts for fanzine fiend Stefan Swift and his cousin Alex, and a rare appearance for Russ’s co-host Pete 😉 Stand or fall! UTA! 🎶 Selhurst Park is falling down 🎶 @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network that can be found in…
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Russ and Clive popped down the pub in South London for a chat with the delightful Toby (terrible taste in football teams though! 😉) on the eve of the big game at Selhurst. Anecdotes, favourite moments, thoughts on the season so far and Russ spilling a third of a pint over himself were all on the agenda. Stand or Fall! UTA! Pure Guinness! Learn more…
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14: City drop points at home AGAIN! Spoils are split at Anfield. Everton win a staggering 4 games on the bounce & a FANCASTIC Christmas!
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More drama at the top of the table as Liverpool and City both come away with a draw & Arsenal and Villa both get 3pts. Everton continue their winning ways with a 4th consecutive victory. TikTok - the.footy.fancast Instagram - thefootyfancastBy The Footy Fancast
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Arsenal MDS: “‘Showing’ After Defeat”
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Albion failed to score in a Premier League game. Once that shock wave has subsided listen to the opinions of the day from before, during and after! srand or Fall! UTA! We can take this one on the chin! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Brighton Rock
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It’s us winning our Europa League group. Marvellous!!! Starring a plethora of excited Albion fans. Oh happy days. Stand or fall! UTA! Limbs! Limbs! Limbs! @BrightonRockPod brightonrockpodcast@gmail.com Part of the Sport Social Podcast Network that can be found in all their glory at this rather suitable address: www.sport-social.co.uk Please follow …
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In this latest episode Russ went down the pub to chat to larger than life Albion fanatic Jack “Albion” Stephenson about his passionate support, his groundhopping antics, that bloody Burnley match! and the European campaign. Before that Russ caught a word on the train home from the Burnley game with Ted, a San Fransican Seagull who was visiting his …
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