Best The Wayne Rooney Podcast Podcasts (2024)

1
Mike Phenix | How I Overcame A Serious Drug & Alcohol Addiction And Turned My Life Around! 1:27:43

35m ago1:27:43

1:27:43

This week Gaz & Jordan are joined by former Telford, Barnsley, Macclesfield, Southport and Salford forward...Mike Phenix Mike sits down with the boys to discuss everything from his 4 year footballing ban to how he overcame drug and alcohol addiction to turn his life around.Mike then talks openly about his long time battles with addiction, dealing w…

1
🚨 ANNOUNCEMENT! Jordan Hulme special with guest host Mike Phenix! 1:11

19h ago1:11

1:11

On next weeks Patreon episode of 'I Had Trials Once', our very own Jordan Hulme is in the hotseat talking through his career in non-league football, from being a 'wonderkid' at Manchester United, to (sort of) crossing paths with Big Sam at Bolton and Gary Neville's harsh truth! Oh, and Mike Phenix is back alongside Gaz as our guest co-host for the …

1
Rhys Bennett | Working With Steve Evans, The Brilliance of Ivan Toney & Dealing With HUGE Injuries! 1:53:54

3d ago1:53:54

1:53:54

This week Gaz & Jordan are joined by former Bolton, Falkirk, Rochdale, Mansfield, Peterborough, Carlisle, Gillingham & Morecambe defender...Rhys Bennett! Rhys sits down with the boys to discuss everything from playing men's football at an early age to becoming a Twitch streaming during lockdown! Rhys then talks about his relationship with Keith Hil…

1
Andy Lonergan | Facing Mo Salah in training, Getting released on Sky Sports & Adam Bogdan's £1 Pints 53:11

17d ago53:11

53:11

This week Jordan & stand in co-host Grant Shenton are joined by former Preston, Leeds, Bolton, Fulham, Wolves, Liverpool & Everton goalkeeper...Andy Lonergan! Andy sits down with the boys to discuss his early time in football at Preston and why outfield pundits critiquing goalkeepers is nonsense! Andy then talks friendship with England goalkeeper J…

1
Danny Lloyd | Tactical Christmas Suspensions, Steve Evans The Lunatic & The Emotions Of Football! 1:47:31

1M ago1:47:31

1:47:31

I Had Trials Once is back again for a brand new season... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Fylde, Stockport, Peterborough, Salford, Tranmere, Gillingham, Rochdale & Southport player…Danny Lloyd! Danny sits down with the boys to discuss his early time in football at Blackburn Rovers’ academy before making a name for himself in non-league.…

1
🚨 NEW SERIES UPDATE 🚨 2:41

1M ago2:41

2:41

It's time for a new series and we've changed things up slightly... We've had to leave out some of the best stories recently as we've had sponsors, which we're sick of doing... So we're launching a Patreon for just £3 per month! It helps us keep the lights on and able to have unfiltered episodes. If Patreon isn't for you though, we'll still have a c…

1
Anthony Gerrard Pt 2 | Clashes with Malky Mackay, Struggles with mental health & Gerrard vs Gerrard! 1:12:12

3M ago1:12:12

1:12:12

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Everton, Walsall, Cardiff, Hull, Huddersfield, Oldham, Shrewsbury, Carlisle & Chesterfield Centre Back...Anthony Gerrard! Anthony sits down with the boys to discuss his time at Cardiff, Being dropped for the play-off final & issues with Dave Jones. An…

1
Anthony Gerrard Pt 1 | Wayne Rooney Was GENERATIONAL, Changing Room Scraps & Walsall Promotion Party 1:00:49

4M ago1:00:49

1:00:49

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Everton, Walsall, Cardiff, Hull, Huddersfield, Oldham, Shrewsbury, Carlisle & Chesterfield Centre Back...Anthony Gerrard! Anthony sits down with the boys in the first part of the pod to discuss his early days at Everton and coming through the ranks wi…

1
Gareth Seddon | Training with Paul Gascoigne, Phone calls with Gary Neville & Career ending illness? 1:39:44

4M ago1:39:44

1:39:44

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gary Stopforth are hosting a special episode of the pod and are joined by our very own...Gareth Seddon! Gaz sits down with the boys to discuss his early career in football and spending 8 years in Blackburn Rover's academy. The lads then chat about Gaz joining the RAF before j…

1
Jimmy Nicholl - "I'll always be grateful to United" 58:17

4M ago58:17

58:17

Defensive stalwart Jimmy Nicholl is the latest UTD Podcast guest, as he tells some riveting stories from his time growing up at United and amassing almost 250 appearances for the Reds, between 1975 and 1981. Jimmy played for both United and Rangers who, coincidentally, take on the Reds in a pre-season friendly at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium on…

1
Adam Le Fondre Part 2 | Life In Australia, David Wheater’s WWE Figures & THAT Bolton Survival Story! 56:23

5M ago56:23

56:23

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Stockport, Rochdale, Rotherham, Reading, Cardiff, Bolton, Wolves, Wigan Sydney FC, Mumbai City & Hibernian forward...Adam Le Fondre! Adam sits down with the boys in the second part of the pod to discuss Neil Lennon's man management & initial love for …

1
REPLAY - Manchester United States 50:46

4M ago50:46

50:46

With United's upcoming tour to the USA on the horizon, this is another chance for you to listen to Manchester United States, a special podcast episode with MUTV’s Mark Sullivan who looked into Manchester United’s relationship and links with the USA. Join us to learn about United’s rich history in the USA, the current landscape of soccer and how muc…

1
Adam Le Fondre Part 1 | Love Letters From Keith Hill, The Premier League Dream & Scoring For Fun! 1:21:50

5M ago1:21:50

1:21:50

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Stockport, Rochdale, Rotherham, Reading, Cardiff, Bolton, Wolves, Wigan Sydney FC, Mumbai City & Hibernian forward...Adam Le Fondre! Adam sits down with the boys in this two parter to discuss everything from the early years at Stockport and Rochdale t…

1
Paul McGuinness - My life at United 1:03:53

5M ago1:03:53

1:03:53

We've hit the jackpot because this week's guest has Manchester United connections stretching back to the Busby Babes, to Marcus Rashford and everyone in between. Sam & Helen sit down with Paul McGuinness, former Academy coach and son of Busby Babe and United manager Wilf McGuinness. Paul shares a lifetime of United stories with us, from playing in …

1
David Ball | Training with Robinho & Tevez, Almost winning the Puskas award & Life in New Zealand 2:11:31

5M ago2:11:31

2:11:31

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Man City, Swindon, Peterborough, Rochdale, Fleetwood, Rotherham, Bradford and current Wellington Phoenix player...David Ball! David sits down with the boys to discuss everything from coming through Manchester City's academy to making the move to Welli…

1
Keith Hackett - Refereeing at the top 58:33

5M ago58:33

58:33

In a first for the UTD podcast, this week we have a referee, and not just any referee, former head of referees, Keith Hackett. For this one Sam & Helen are joined by Wes Brown who is filling in for Maysie. In a career spanning from 1972 to 1994, Keith worked in the English Football League (and international football) as a linesman and referee. He r…

1
Liam Hogan | The Rise Of Jamie Vardy, Graham Alexander's Penalties & Salford Play-Off Success! 1:54:17

6M ago1:54:17

1:54:17

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Halifax, Fleetwood, Tranmere, Gateshead, Salford, Stockport and Oldham defender...Liam Hogan! Liam sits down with the boys to discuss everything from early days with Jamie Vardy to captaining his hometown club to promotion at Wembley. Liam talks to Jo…

1
Danny Philliskirk | The State Of Oldham, Joining Chelsea's Academy & Solanke 100 Goals A Season? 1:18:17

6M ago1:18:17

1:18:17

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Chelsea, Oldham, Sheffield Untied, Coventry, Blackpool, Fylde & Southport midfielder...Danny Philliskirk! Danny sits down with the boys to discuss everything from being in Chelsea's academy to playing for his hometown club and everything in between. D…

1
Gary Neville - "United is magic" 1:21:05

6M ago1:21:05

1:21:05

This week Sam, Helen & Maysie are joined by former player, captain, class of 92 graduate, treble winner, entrepreneur, tv pundit and football club owner Gary Neville! Gary Neville was a right-back and spent his entire career with Manchester United, serving as club captain for five years. He is one of the most decorated English and European football…

1
Sean Newton | The GLOBAL rise of Wrexham, Jim Gannon's whistle & Playing whilst SUSPENDED!? 1:43:48

6M ago1:43:48

1:43:48

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Chester, Telford, Stockport, Lincoln, Notts County, Wrexham & York defender...Sean Newton! Sean sits down with the boys to discuss everything from shock League One move to modelling with Romelu Lukaku. Sean talks to Jordan & Gaz about how he once acci…

1
FA Cup special 14:08

6M ago14:08

14:08

Sam, Helen & Maysie have jumped on a call together to share their thoughts on an amazing day at Wembley on Saturday, where Manchester United lifted their 13th FA Cup trophy, beating Manchester City 2-1. Helen, who has interrupted her holiday for us, shares what it meant to the Evans household and fills us in on the post-match party! The best place …

1
Scott Loach | Derby County Promotion Party, Training with England & Micah Richards' Big Macs 1:14:40

6M ago1:14:40

1:14:40

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Lincoln, Watford, Ipswich, Rotherham, Notts County, Hartlepool, Barnet, Chesterfield & Derby goalkeeper...Scott Loach! Scott sits down with the boys to discuss everything from playing non-league football to being called up to the England first team. S…

1
Unheard: 1999 44:57

6M ago44:57

44:57

25 years ago, Manchester United made English football history, when they won the treble of the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League. With a nucleus of homegrown stars, Alex Ferguson and his team went on a remarkable 33 game unbeaten run to reach the promised land. Where there is a true moment in time, a ‘where were you?’ moment, there is a d…

1
Antoni Sarcevic | The TRUTH about Bolton, Rivalry with Wrexham & Stockport promotion parties! 1:14:25

7M ago1:14:25

1:14:25

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Crewe, Fleetwood, Shrewsbury, Plymouth, Bolton, Stockport and now Bradford midfielder...Antoni Sarcevic! Antoni sits down with the boys to openly discuss his Bolton Wanderers exit for the very first time. The last time Antoni was on the pod he had jus…

1
REPLAY - Ella Toone (FA Cup hero) 40:35

6M ago40:35

40:35

To celebrate our women's team winning the FA Cup for the first time, we're giving you another chance to listen to Ella Toone's episode. It's well worth a listen whether you managed to catch it the first time around or not! Click here to get your tickets for the women's final game of the season, at Old Trafford, where the FA Cup will be presented! T…

1
Youth Voice with Wes Brown 50:08

6M ago50:08

50:08

This week Helen Evans and Wes Brown are joined by a group of young people from the Foundation’s ‘Youth Voice’ group. Manchester United Foundation uses football to engage and inspire young people to build a better life for themselves and unite the communities in which they live, and that's what this episode is all about! In this episode we give our …

1
Memories unite us: Brought to you by Cadbury 1:00:35

7M ago1:00:35

1:00:35

This week Sam, Helen and Maysie have teamed up with Cadbury for a trip down memory lane. Cadbury and Manchester United are national treasures that have always been there in our living memories, and these cultural reference points are a powerful way to inspire memories of the past.” With this in mind, it’s Cadbury’s 200th anniversary this year and a…

1
George Ray | Defending against Harry Kane, The Non-League footman & a Roy Cropper parody account! 1:07:53

7M ago1:07:53

1:07:53

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Crewe, Exeter, Tranmere, Leyton Orient and current Barrow defender...George Ray. The boys talk everything from unique football side hustles to representing Wales at under 21 level. They then discuss the early days coming through at Crewe Alexandre wit…

1
Live in Malta with Mike Phelan 58:46

7M ago58:46

58:46

For the first time ever the UTD podcast has been filmed in front of a live audience! We're back in Malta but this time we've got the whole gang together plus our special guest Mike Phelan. Back in early February Sam, Helen & Maysie were invited by the supporters' club to celebrate their 65th anniversary and they had plenty of activities planned for…

1
Gareth Evans | Steve Evans' sausage rolls, Phone calls with Sir Alex Ferguson & 'Idiot' Derek Adams! 1:38:35

8M ago1:38:35

1:38:35

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Bradford, Rotherham, Fleetwood & Portsmouth winger...Gareth Evans. The boys talk everything from being labelled a wonderkid by Sir Alex Ferguson to swapping the football league for non-league. They then discuss the early days at Bradford City, THAT vi…

1
Daz Green | Issues with Dietmar Hamann, Chasing Carlos Tevez & Football's biggest wind up merchant? 1:02:08

8M ago1:02:08

1:02:08

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Stockport, Barrow, Bamber Bridge & Ramsbottom winger...Daz Green. The boys talk everything from winding opposition players up on the pitch and getting into their heads to clashing with managers. They then discuss early days in football, Initial strugg…

1
Marouane Fellaini - "The most difficult season of my life" 47:30

8M ago47:30

47:30

Marouane Fellaini, who was Manchester United’s first major signing of the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era, sat down with Helen Evans and Sam Homewood to discuss his journey with the Reds between 2013 and 2019. The Belgium international, who announced his retirement from football in February 2024, admits his first season at the club was ‘the worst of his…

1
Emma Watson – “The biggest high to the lowest low” 39:13

8M ago39:13

39:13

Sam, Helen and Maysie are back at Carrington to speak to Emma Watson. The Scot joined United from Rangers in the summer of 2023 at the young age of 17 but unfortunately suffered an ACL injury while on international duty, shortly after signing. She opens up about how she is coping with this difficult stage in her career and what her future ambitions…

1
Dean Furman | From Oldham to AFCON, Playing against Neymar & Swapping shirts with Iniesta?? 1:17:01

8M ago1:17:01

1:17:01

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by South African cult hero and current Warrington Rylands player manager...Dean Furman. The boys talk everything from the growing up in South Africa to coming through the ranks and training with the first team at Chelsea. They then discuss Dean's international …

1
Best Of The Best Special | Mike Phenix, Liam Dickinson, Danny Higginbottom & More!!! 1:13:13

9M ago1:13:13

1:13:13

This week there sadly isn't a video episode because Jordan is getting a trim at Legoland so instead we thought we'd treat you to a best of the best special. Featuring hilarious throwback stories our day one listeners will remember from the likes of Mike Phenix, Nicky Adams, Danny Higginbottom and more! Like when Danny Higginbottom revealed Tony Pul…

1
Marc White | The ACTUAL Cost of Owning Dorking Wanderers, Managing His Mates & Non-League Stories! 1:22:12

9M ago1:22:12

1:22:12

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by the owner, steward, kit man, manager, scout and new non-league legend...Marc White. The boys talk everything from the creation of Dorking Wanderers and how they have risen from the 17th division to the National League. They then take a detailed dive into wha…

1
The Mayor of Manchester: United's Bright Future 44:03

8M ago44:03

44:03

This week Sam, Helen and Maysie are moving into politics. They were invited to the Greater Manchester Combined Authority to speak to the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham! Andy is a huge football fan and an ambassador for the city of Manchester. Although he is an Everton fan, we talk about how his day job is heavily influenced by Manchester…

1
Aaron Wilbraham | Carlton Palmer's big time shouts, Manager clashes & Scoring in the Premier League 2:00:21

9M ago2:00:21

2:00:21

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by one of the only players to score in four different decades and in the top four English leagues...Aaron Wilbraham. The boys talk everything from being Carlton Palmer's big time shouts to running through a thorn bush for Martin Allen. They then take a detailed…

1
We've got Jonny Evans! Part 2 38:18

9M ago38:18

38:18

It's happened, we've got him! Lady Evans is joined by Mr Evans MBE on the Manchester United podcast! This episode was recorded in two parts, the first at the Evans household, before we catch up at Carrington to discuss the fact that the defender is now back at the club, after re-signing in the summer. No ground is left uncovered with the Northern I…

1
Andrew Teague | Playing with Graham Potter, Becoming a Chorley legend & Jon Parkin's traffic tissues 1:11:27

9M ago1:11:27

1:11:27

I Had Trials Once is back again for another episode... This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by one of the toughest non-league defenders and Chorley FC legend...Andrew Teague. The boys talk everything from being teammates with former Brighton & Chelsea manager Graham Potter to Jon Parkin's traffic tissues. They then go into detail about spending almost…

1
We've got Jonny Evans! Part 1 48:16

9M ago48:16

48:16

It's happened, we've got him! Lady Evans is joined by Mr Evans MBE on the Manchester United podcast! This episode was recorded in two parts, the first at the Evans household, before we catch up at Carrington to discuss the fact that the defender is now back at the club, after re-signing in the summer. No ground is left uncovered with the Northern I…

1
Gary Stopforth | Meeting Gareth Southgate, Sunday League football & Setting the record straight 52:20

10M ago52:20

52:20

Another week...another I Had Trials Once episode! This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by our most requested returning guest...Gary Stopforth The boys talk everything from setting the record straight about THAT night in Clitheroe and life in football since the first podcast appearance. They then go into detail meeting Gareth Southgate, the issues with…

1
Ollie Crankshaw | The BEST pranks in football, Non-League contracts & Playing in front of no fans! 1:17:35

10M ago1:17:35

1:17:35

Another week...another I Had Trials Once episode! This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Wigan Athletic, Bradford City, Stockport County and current Altrincham player...Ollie Crankshaw. The boys talk everything from the best pranks in football to meeting Pep Guardiola in a lift & also what life was like at Wigan during THAT administration era!…

1
Michael Clegg | Partying with Nicolas Anelka, Why Paul Jewell is a clown & Star players disappearing 1:08:53

10M ago1:08:53

1:08:53

We’re BACK with another I Had Trials Once episode! Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Wigan Athletic graduate and current Warrington Rylands manager...Michael Clegg. The boys discuss everything from partying with Nicolas Anelka at his wedding to needing a life saving heart operation whilst playing for Wigan! They then go into detail about life as a …

1
Unheard: Memories of Munich 46:38

10M ago46:38

46:38

As we commemorate the 66th anniversary of the Munich Air Disaster, we have delved into the archives to present a special episode of the Manchester United podcast. In 1998, 40 years after the tragedy, journalist and author Tom Tyrrell spent time with Jackie Blanchflower, Bill Foulkes and Albert Scanlon, Busby Babes and survivors from that fateful da…

1
Gary Bowyer | Working for Gary Neville, Meeting Brian Clough & How do managers actually get sacked? 1:33:05

10M ago1:33:05

1:33:05

We’re BACK with another I Had Trials Once episode! Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Blackburn Rovers, Blackpool, Bradford, Salford & Dundee manager, Gary Bowyer. The boys discuss everything from meeting the great Brian Clough for the first time to what that first time being sacked really feels like! They then go into detail about the turbulent tim…

1
Malta special with Dimitar Berbatov 30:22

10M ago30:22

30:22

Welcome to another Manchester United podcast. This time we're in Malta with Dimitar Berbatov! In this episode we learn about this football loving country and why it has such strong links to English football and Manchester United. We visit the famous Manchester United Supporters' Club Malta (the oldest in the world) to watch a match and meet the peo…

1
Grant Shenton | Troy Deeney's sacking, Fighting with fans & The mysterious Non-League foot man 1:11:15

11M ago1:11:15

1:11:15

We’re BACK with another I Had Trials Once episode and it's a belter! Jordan & Gaz are joined by former FC United, Ramsbottom, Chester and Stalybridge goalkeeper Grant Shenton. The boys discuss everything from Troy Deeney's recent sacking and how much worse gets said in non-league, as well as what life as a non-league player is actually like! They t…

1
Pat McGibbon - Speaking out after 20 years 1:09:05

11M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

To kick off 2024 Sam, Helen & Maysie catch up with former Red and Northern Ireland international Pat McGibbon. Pat has an important story to tell, particularly at a time of year when a lot of people struggle with their mental health. Not long after joining United as a teenager, Pat learnt the tragic news of his brother Phillip taking his own life, …

1
Clayton Blackmore | Why Ronaldo is the GOAT, Gascoigne's bus crash and Jamie Carragher is an idiot 1:21:06

11M ago1:21:06

1:21:06

We’re BACK with the first I Had Trials Once episode of the new year! Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Manchester United, Middlesbrough and Wales star Clayton Blackmore to go over his life before, during and after football. The boys discuss everything from why Cristiano Ronaldo is superior to Lionel Messi to what it was like seeing the class of '92…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

The Wayne Rooney Podcast

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide