Open Wide for Some Soccer

20/04/2022

We are back!

After some Covid related delays, plus a short break OWFSS is back delivering new episodes.

This week we speak to New York Cosmos keeper David Brcic. Hear some amazing stories like how David actually signed for Atlantic Records!

Bob & David swap stories about some of the most famous names in Soccer history. Plus hear David and I discuss his short stint in Scotland with Greenock Morton.

Listen now: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/david-brcic-from-new-york-to-greenock/id1590364768?i=1000558041433

15/02/2022

Charlie Mitchell joins us this week on the podcast, this is IMO one of the best episodes we've done yet. Charlie has some amazing stories from Rochester, Cosmos, Team Hawaii to Tulsa and Toronto! Catch it here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/open-wide-for-some-soccer/id1590364768…

28/01/2022

A special message from Sir Geoff Hurst.

28/01/2022

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26/01/2022

Who wants free tickets to Big-Time Soccer premiere? With a special Q&A featuring Rodney Marsh, Thomas Rongen & Werner Roth.

Just like our page, like the below post and share. Winner will be chosen at random.

23/01/2022

*Prize Giveaway*

We have 2 x Tickets available for the online premiere of Big Time Soccer Documentary on the 29th of January.

All you have to do is like our page, like this post and tag a friend you think would enjoy the podcast.

Winners will be selected at random.

New episode out now: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/rachel-viollet-big-time-soccer-the-remarkable-rise/id1590364768?i=1000548729548

04/01/2022

*New Episode*
This week we talk with Tony Chursky, Seattle Sounders legend and known in Mexico as El Magnifico!

Hear amazing stories such as room sharing with Bobby Moore & how the players strike led to him leaving Seattle.

Available now: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/tony-chursky-el-magnifico/id1590364768?i=1000546736309

04/01/2022

Mark Hateley went on to play for some of the biggest clubs in Europe, including AC Milan, Monaco & Rangers and had a stellar career. However, did you know Mark began his career in the NASL?

Hear from Mark about his time playing for the Detroit Express and his experiences in America. Plus his fantastic new book 'Hitting the Mark' available now: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mark-hateley-hitting-the-mark-at-detroit-express/id1590364768?i=1000546165930

20/12/2021

Despite a catastrophic injury that would've ended most players careers, Graham Tutt fought back and played for Atlanta Chiefs
we had a great chat about his career! Pitch Publishing book is available now: https://pitchpublishing.co.uk/shop/never-give

Listen now: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/graham-buster-tutt-never-give-up/id1590364768?i=1000545503645

14/12/2021

Big week ahead for Bob & I, this week we have 3 amazing interviews lined up that we can’t wait to share with you. Tony Chursky, Mark Hateley & Bobby Smith.

12/12/2021

Hear Thomas share his amazing stories about Johann Cruyff, availed now: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/open-wide-for-some-soccer/id1590364768?i=1000544497939

NASL Memories: Dutch superstar Johan Cruyff shares a laugh with countryman Thomas Rongen on the Washington Diplomats bench at RFK Stadium.

12/12/2021

The Metros-Croatia underdog story was something remarkable, we cover that entire season and winning Soccer Bowl 76 in episode 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/open-wide-for-some-soccer/id1590364768?i=1000538591300

Did You Know? When Toronto Metros-Croatia won Soccer Bowl '76, the team was either too frugal or too distracted to provide champagne for the post-game celebration. But the Minnesota Kicks brought their own supply to Seattle, so team captain Alan Merrick lugged the crates of bubbly down the hall to the winners' lockerroom, shook hands all around, and allowed Toronto to celebrate in style.

09/12/2021

09/12/2021

Tomorrow we are joined by Thomas Rongen who has to be one of my favourite guests so far, great stories and such an infectious personality. No wonder Taika Waititi is making a movie of Next Goal Wins! Subscribe now here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/open-wide-for-some-soccer/id1590364768

03/12/2021

Available now and here's a preview! Honestly don't miss this episode it's a cracker.

Subscribe now:

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/open-wide-for-some-soccer/id1590364768

02/12/2021

Once in a Lifetime was the documentary that introduced me as a 15 year old to the NASL and the New York Cosmos. I subsequently developed a major love for this era of football.

I’m delighted John Battsek award winning producer joined us to discuss the documentary. Episode drops tomorrow, I know I often say this but honestly don’t miss this!

Hope you enjoy, subscribe now: https://t.co/1bGpjPpcu0?amp=1

23/11/2021

*New Episode*
This week we are joined by author Tom Scholes to discuss his book Stateside Soccer. We delve into the NASL and it's legacy. Listen now wherever you Pod or here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/tom-scholes-author-of-stateside-soccer/id1590364768?i=1000542815412