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The Football Writers’ Association and William Hill present ‘Press Box Confidential’. Paul McCarthy is joined each week by the biggest names in football journalism in the country to discuss the most memorable matches, moments and characters in the game. Where were they when Eric Cantona kung-fu kicked a Palace fan in the chest? How difficult was Fergie to handle? And what was it like being stuck in the same hotel as Coleen Rooney and the rest of the WAGs during a World Cup Final? Press Box Confidential gives you the stories behind the stories and those that never made it into print. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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28. EURO 2020 - Frank Lampard

2021/07/10

What do England need to do to win their first major trophy in 55 years? Frank Lampard joins Paul McCarthy and Des Kelly to talk about the tournament so far and give his predictions for Sunday night. Produced by Joey McCarthy @theofficialfwa Sponsored by William Hill 18+ BeGambleAware.co.uk WilliamHill.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

27. EURO 2020 - Carrie Brown & George Caulkin

2021/07/07

What is the secret to Gareth Southgate’s success as England manager? Carrie Brown (BeIN Sports) and George Caulkin (The Athletic) chat to Paul McCarthy and Des Kelly ahead of the Three Lion’s semi-final against Denmark at Wembley. They discuss how the squad have proved themselves against a backdrop of points-scoring politicians, national division and even José Mourinho’s trolling. Produced by Joey McCarthy @theofficialfwa Sponsored by William Hill 18+ BeGambleAware.co.uk WilliamHill.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

26. EURO 2020 - JERMAINE JENAS & ALAN DAVIES

2021/06/30

Did that really happen? England’s historic victory over Germany at Wembley is the subject of this Euros special, with guests Alan Davies and Jermaine Jenas. Gareth Southgate's master plan and the challenge of avoiding family commitments to ensure a seat in front of the TV on match days are among the topics discussed. Produced by Joey McCarthy @theofficialfwa Sponsored by William Hill 18+ BeGambleAware.co.uk WilliamHill.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

25. EURO 2020 - David Ornstein & Sami Mokbel

2021/06/26

The Euros have arrived at the knock out phase and there’s much to discuss. David Ornstein (The Athletic) and Sami Mokbel (Daily Mail) join Paul McCarthy and Des Kelly to name their favourite player, goal, moment, kit and fans of the group stages. Produced by Joey McCarthy @theofficialfwa Sponsored by William Hill 18+ BeGambleAware.co.uk WilliamHill.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

24. EURO 2020 - Pat Nevin & Andy Dunn

2021/06/22

Former Scotland winger Pat Nevin and Chief Sportswriter at the Daily Mirror Andy Dunn join the podcast to talk about England and Scotland's final group games, Mancini's sartorial selections and Gareth Bale believing in aliens. Produced by Joey McCarthy @theofficialfwa Sponsored by William Hill 18+ BeGambleAware.co.uk WilliamHill.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

23. EURO 2020 - Alex McLeish & Guillem Balagué

2021/06/16

Former Scotland manager Alex McLeish and Spanish journalist Guillem Balagué join Paul McCarthy and Des Kelly to discuss Patrik Schick's wonder goal, Spain's tournament chances and to ask whether Scotland can beat England at Wembley. Produced by Joey McCarthy @theofficialfwa Sponsored by William Hill 18+ BeGambleAware.co.uk WilliamHill.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

22. EURO 2020 - Gary Lineker & Alan Smith

2021/06/10

In the first of our Euro 2020 specials, Paul McCarthy and Des Kelly are joined by England legends Gary Lineker and Alan Smith to talk home nation chances, tournament dark horses and that infamous substitution in Euro '92. Produced by Joey McCarthy @theofficialfwa Sponsored by William Hill 18+ BeGambleAware.co.uk WilliamHill.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

21. Rúben Dias - Footballer of The Year - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

2021/05/20

Rúben Dias - Footballer of The Year - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW Paul McCarthy, Simon Mullock and Carrie Brown celebrate the Football Writers' Association's Footballer of The Year Rúben Dias. In an FWA exclusive, we hear from the man himself about his competitive spirit, missing fans and his hopes for the Champions League final. #FOTY21 Produced by Joey McCarthy and Jack Davenport Twitter: #FOTY21 @PaulMcCarthy66 @theofficialfwa Sponsored by William Hill 18+ BeGambleAware.co.uk WilliamHill.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

20. Whose Game Is It Anyway?

2021/03/25

Has the golden age of football writing gone? In the final episode of the series, Paul McCarthy removes his rose-tinted spectacles and looks at the changing face of football journalism. He's joined by Mike Calvin and Nancy Frostick (The Athletic) to talk drinking culture, Twitter trolls and the challenges facing the new generation of writers. Mike Calvin's book 'Whose Game Is It Anyway?' is out on April 19. Produced by Joey McCarthy Twitter: #PBC @PaulMcCarthy66 @theofficialfwa Sponsored by William Hill 18+ BeGambleAware.co.uk WilliamHill.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

19. Football’s Coming Home - Euro 96

2021/03/18

It was the summer we dared to dream as Terry Venables took England on an unforgettable footballing journey. Paul McCarthy, Des Kelly (BT Sport) and Jonathan Northcroft (Sunday Times) recall the joy and anguish from that time as England and Scotland stretched their supporters’ nerves to breaking point. Plus, who should make Gareth Southgate’s squad for this summer? The boys name their own ideal squads for the Euros. Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer Jon Gill Twitter: #PBC @PaulMcCarthy66 @theofficialfwa Sponsored by William Hill 18+ BeGambleAware.co.uk WilliamHill.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

18. Strikers

2021/03/11

It’s the best paid position on the pitch and with good reason. Strikers are up for discussion by Paul McCarthy, former Arsenal forward Alan Smith and Cheeky Sport's Joel Beya. They dissect the modern day striker, looking at Harry Kane's empty trophy cabinet, Mbappe's future in the Premier League, and Marcus Rashford's Twitter feed. Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer Gabby Saper Twitter: #PBC @PaulMcCarthy66 @theofficialfwa Sponsored by William Hill 18+ BeGambleAware.co.uk WilliamHill.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

17. Newcastle United

2021/03/04

From the thrilling first reign of Kevin Keegan to relegation misery under Mike Ashley, Paul McCarthy talks all things Tyneside with Luke Edwards (Daily Telegraph) and Craig Hope (Daily Mail). The journalists share tales from their careers covering the constant Geordie melodrama, including the time one of them almost came to blows with Alan Pardew. Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer Gabby Saper Twitter: #PBC @PaulMcCarthy66 @theofficialfwa Sponsored by William Hill 18+ BeGambleAware.co.uk WilliamHill.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.