On The Spot Football Podcast

⚽ LEAGUE TITLES, IRISH CUPS, RED CARDS AND ONE OF THE IRISH LEAGUE'S BIGGEST CHARACTERS! 😂 This week on the On the Spot Football Podcast , Shane McCabe joins Johnny McMurray for an unforgettable conversation packed with brilliant football stories, plenty of laughs and some incredibly honest moments! 🔥 THE MAN WHO LOVED WINDING EVERYONE UP! From Dungannon Swifts and Glentoran to Portadown, Glenavon and Ballinamallard United , Shane looks back on his career, the trophies, the rivalries and his reputation for getting under the skin of opposition players! 😂 And having spent plenty of time trying to wind up Johnny during their playing days, there's no shortage of slagging between these two! 🏆 TWO SPORTS, ONE INCREDIBLE JOURNEY! Shane shares what it was like balancing Irish League football with representing Fermanagh in Gaelic football , including the incredible experience of playing in front of tens of thousands of supporters in an Ulster Final. ⚽ THE STORIES KEEP COMING! From heated exchanges with managers and dressing-room characters to hilarious contract negotiations involving a fake solicitor, Shane certainly doesn't hold back! ❤️ BEYOND THE FOOTBALL There's also a deeply personal side to this episode as Shane opens up about losing his father, the impact it had on his life and the importance of family. An episode full of laughter, emotion, honest opinions and some unbelievable stories from a man who certainly made his mark on the Irish League! 🎧 NOW LIVE ON: ▶️ YouTube 🟢 Spotify 🎵 iTunes / Apple Podcasts 🎙️ Amazon Music 🔥 WATCH OR LISTEN NOW! 🎙️ On the Spot Football Podcast 📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios 🎥 Produced by Arkmedia

⚽ Football, friendship, unforgettable stories and a powerful conversation about mental health. ❤️This week's On the Spot Football Podcast is one of our most personal episodes yet, as Cillin Gilmour joins his best friend Johnny McMurray for an incredibly honest conversation.⚽ THE FOOTBALL JOURNEYFrom St Mary's Glengormley, Linfield and Cliftonville to Larne and Ballyclare Comrades, Cillin looks back on his career, the characters he met and the memories that will stay with him forever.😂 BEHIND THE SCENES AT LARNEFrom the incredible dressing room atmosphere to unforgettable trips, celebrations and hilarious stories, Cillin gives us a brilliant insight into life at Larne during a remarkable period for the club.❤️ THE CONVERSATION THAT REALLY MATTERSBut this episode is about much more than football.Cillin speaks openly about his childhood trauma, mental health struggles and the years he spent hiding what he was going through.He shares the moment he finally reached out for professional help, the difference it made to his life and why speaking up was one of the most important decisions he ever made.He also discusses walking away from football, building his businesses and finding a new purpose through Strt Tlk.🎙️ For Johnny, this conversation is particularly emotional, hearing parts of his best friend's story that he had never known.❤️ Sometimes the people closest to us are fighting battles we know nothing about.An episode filled with laughter, friendship, football memories and a message that could genuinely help someone who is struggling.

This week’s On the Spot Football Podcast is a little different — but it’s a conversation that every coach, manager, player and leader should hear. 🎙️🔥Jason Lear joins Johnny McMurray to explore human performance, coaching behaviours, leadership, culture and performing under pressure.Why can someone perform brilliantly in training but struggle when the pressure is on? How do you create an environment where people can perform at their best? Are coaches being taught enough about managing people rather than simply coaching tactics?Jason draws on years of experience in performance analysis, coach education and behavioural science, explaining why the standards you tolerate ultimately shape your culture — and why “the environment always wins.”

What a journey through Irish League football — and what an episode! 🎙️⚽ Eddie Patterson joins Johnny McMurray on the On the Spot Football Podcast for a brilliant conversation covering his life as a player, coach and manager . From growing up supporting Cliftonville and eventually pulling on the shirt himself, to managing the club, competing in Europe , reaching cup finals and helping develop some outstanding young talent. Eddie also takes us inside his time at Glentoran , the financial challenges he inherited, rebuilding the squad and that memorable Irish Cup triumph . 🏆 There are stories about Liam Boyce, Joe Gormley, Chris Scannell, Jordan Stewart and many more, along with plenty of behind-the-scenes stories from a lifetime in the Irish League.

What a football life. What a story. And what an episode! 🎙️⚽ John Gregg joins Johnny McMurray on the On the Spot Football Podcast for a fascinating conversation covering his life growing up surrounded by football, his own playing career and his passion for coaching. John shares incredible memories of growing up as the son of Manchester United and Northern Ireland legend Harry Gregg , being around some of the biggest names in the game, before forging his own path through Barnsley, Norway and the Irish League . From Glenavon, Coleraine, Ballymena United and Cliftonville to his journey into coaching and his current involvement with the Ballymena United first-team setup — there are brilliant stories, laughs and some very personal memories along the way.

What a journey. What a career. And what a conversation! 🎙️⚽ Demi Vance joins Johnny McMurray on the On the Spot Football Podcast to tell her story — from being the only girl playing in a boys’ league to becoming a Northern Ireland international and playing at the Euros . Demi talks Glentoran, Rangers, Leicester City, Australia , overcoming an ACL injury, the realities of full-time football, and the highs and difficult moments of an international career that has seen her earn an incredible 96 caps for Northern Ireland . There’s plenty of honesty, laughs and brilliant stories throughout this one! 🔥

What a career. What a story. And what an episode! 🎙️⚽ Albert Watson joins Johnny McMurray on the On the Spot Football Podcast for a brilliant look back at his journey through the game. From making his Ballymena United debut at just 16 and spending nine years at the Showgrounds, to Linfield , winning trophies, European football and an incredible adventure across the Atlantic playing in Canada and America. Albert also takes us through the later chapters of his career, including his time with Larne and Carrick Rangers , before bringing the story right up to the present day with Newry City . He talks about the managers who shaped him, the characters he shared changing rooms with, the setbacks, successes and experiences that made his career what it was — with plenty of brilliant stories and laughs along the way!

Stewarty Nixon joins Johnny McMurray for a brilliant new episode of the On the Spot Football Podcast . 🎙️⚽ From growing up as a ball boy at the Ballymena Showgrounds dreaming of playing on that pitch, to making his first-team debut and building a career across the Irish League, Stewarty tells his story. He opens up about the highs, the lows, European football, serious injury, mental battles, friendships, loss and the decisions he's made to put happiness and enjoying football first. There are plenty of laughs along the way too!

Bertnel Thompson joins Johnny McMurray on the On the Spot Football Podcast for an episode packed with memories from a lifetime behind the scenes in Irish League football. From his early days at Linfield to almost three decades at Ballymena United , Bertnel takes us inside the dressing room for the cup finals, European adventures, legendary characters and moments supporters never got to see. There are plenty of laughs, some incredible stories and, yes... the tissues make another appearance! 🥹 This is more than football. It’s about friendships, family and the people who make the game special.

What is it really like to be a football referee? This week on the On the Spot Football Podcast , top referee Jamie Robinson joins Johnny McMurray for a fascinating and honest conversation about life in the middle. From starting his refereeing journey at just 13 years old to officiating at the highest levels of the game, Jamie opens up on the pressure of big decisions, dealing with criticism from players and fans, VAR, life as a UEFA referee, and his exciting move to England. Expect incredible behind-the-scenes stories, honest opinions, plenty of laughs, and a unique insight into a side of football that fans rarely get to hear. 🎧 Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all major podcast platforms. Don't forget to Like , Comment , Share and Subscribe . 📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios 🎥 Produced by Arkmedia

He's one of the most respected coaches in the Irish League... Now Cliffy Adams joins the On the Spot Football Podcast for an unforgettable conversation. From his time at Ballymena United , Ballyclare Comrades and Portadown , to taking charge at Dundela , Cliffy shares the stories, challenges and moments that have defined his football journey. In this episode, he opens up about: ⚽ Rebuilding teams from the ground up 🎙️ Honest dressing room stories 💬 Working alongside some of the biggest names in local football ❤️ The emotional story of losing his dad and how it changed his life forever A powerful episode filled with football, laughter, honesty and real life. 🎧 Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all major podcast platforms. Don't forget to Like , Comment , Share and Subscribe . 📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios 🎥 Produced by Arkmedia

From Manchester City to the 1982 FIFA World Cup ... From rebuilding his career at Ballymena United to becoming a Linfield legend ... George Dunlop joins the On the Spot Football Podcast to share the incredible story behind one of the finest goalkeeping careers in Irish League history. He opens up on: ⚽ Life at Manchester City as a teenager 🏆 Winning league titles and trophies with Linfield 🌍 Representing Northern Ireland at the 1982 World Cup 🧤 Playing alongside football legends including Pat Jennings and Norman Whiteside 🎙️ Unforgettable dressing room stories, near transfers, and the winning mentality that defined his career. This is a must-watch for every football fan. 🎧 Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all major podcast platforms. Don't forget to Like , Comment , Share and Subscribe . 📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios 🎥 Produced by Arkmedia

The wait is over!This week on the On the Spot Football Podcast, we sit down with one of the most respected figures in Irish League football.From making his debut at just 16 years old, to unforgettable European nights against Manchester City, league titles, Irish Cup success, and managing some of the biggest clubs in the country—this is a fascinating conversation packed with incredible stories from a lifetime in football.If you love the history of the Irish League, behind-the-scenes dressing room stories, and honest football conversation, this episode is not to be missed.🎧 Watch now on YouTube or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all major podcast platforms.Don't forget to Like, Comment, Share and Subscribe to help us bring you more great Irish League stories every week.📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios🎥 Produced by Arkmedia

This week, Johnny McMurray sits down with Glentoran legend Scott Young for one of the most powerful conversations we’ve ever recorded.Scott reflects on an incredible football journey that saw him win league titles, cup finals and become one of the Irish League’s most respected figures. He opens up about the career-ending injury that changed his life, the pressures of management, and the incredible highs and lows of football.Away from the game, Scott also speaks with remarkable honesty about the devastating loss of his wife, how he coped through the darkest period of his life, and the strength, family and friendships that helped him keep moving forward.This is far more than a football podcast—it’s an inspiring story of resilience, perspective and never giving up.🎧 Watch and listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and all major platforms.📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios.🎥 Produced by Arkmedia.

This week, Johnny McMurray sits down with one of the most influential figures in Northern Ireland futsal. Darius Roohi shares his incredible journey from local football to representing Northern Ireland on the international stage, competing in the UEFA Futsal Champions League, qualifying for the UEFA Futsal Main Round, and playing for Hashtag United in the USA. He explains why futsal is growing so rapidly, how it is helping to develop the next generation of footballers, and why more clubs should embrace the game. From grassroots development to elite international competition, this is a fascinating conversation packed with insight, passion and plenty of stories. 🎧 Watch and listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and all major platforms. 📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios. 🎥 Produced by Arkmedia.

This week, Johnny McMurray sits down with one of the most respected figures in Irish League football. From chasing the dream in England with Wolves, Bolton, Swindon and Yeovil, to captaining clubs in the Irish League and now leading from the dugout, Gary Haveron reflects on an incredible football journey. He opens up about the highs and lows of professional football, the importance of family, dealing with setbacks, leadership, management, and the lessons that have shaped him both on and off the pitch. An honest, inspiring and fascinating conversation packed with football stories from start to finish. 🎧 Watch and listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and all major platforms 📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios 🎥 Produced by Arkmedia

This week on the On The Spot Football Podcast, Johnny McMurray sits down with NIFL CEO Gerard Lawlor for one of the most open and insightful conversations we’ve had yet. From the future of Irish League football and the push towards professionalism, to VAR, Friday night fixtures, league restructuring, sponsorship, investment and supporter criticism, Gerard tackles the biggest talking points head on. He explains the thinking behind some of the league’s most debated decisions and shares his vision for where Irish League football can go in the years ahead. Whether you’re a supporter, player, coach or club official, this episode offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and opportunities facing the game in Northern Ireland. 🎧 Watch and listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and all major platforms 📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios 🎥 Produced by Arkmedia

This week on the On The Spot Football Podcast, Johnny McMurray sits down with Ian Clarke for a fascinating and candid discussion on Glentoran Football Club’s journey over the last 25 years. From supporting the club as a young fan to serving as Media Officer, Director and General Manager, Ian offers a unique insight into some of the biggest moments in the club’s modern history. He discusses financial struggles, managerial changes, boardroom decisions, takeovers, Irish Cup triumphs, near misses, and the challenges of trying to restore one of the biggest clubs in Irish League football to the top. An episode packed with stories, honesty and behind-the-scenes insight that every Irish League supporter will enjoy. 🎧 Watch and listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and all major platforms 📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios 🎥 Produced by Arkmedia

From representing Northern Ireland and spending time at Manchester United as a youngster, to battling injuries, setbacks and the mental side of football — Tom Sloan joins Johnny McMurray for a brilliant and brutally honest conversation ⚽🔥 Tom opens up on academy football, chasing the professional dream, dressing room realities, and the moments that nearly made him walk away from the game altogether 👀 A top episode packed with stories, honesty and proper football chat from start to finish. 🎧 Watch and listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and all major platforms 📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios 🎥 Produced by Arkmedia

This week on the On The Spot Football Podcast, Johnny McMurray sits down with Jonny Frazer for one of the funniest and most honest chats yet. From coming through at Linfield, loan spells and Irish League football, to almost starting a new life in Australia, Jonny shares stories from across a career that took plenty of twists and turns. Packed with dressing room stories, football memories and plenty of laughs throughout, this is an episode football fans won’t want to miss. 🎧 Watch and listen now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube and all major platforms 📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios 🎥 Produced by Arkmedia