🎙️ Now Live – Sean Ward on The On The Spot Football Podcast

Glentoran, Linfield, Crusaders, Glenavon — few players have had such a decorated Irish League career across so many top clubs.

In this episode, Sean Ward opens up about:

⚽️ His favourite teammates

🏟️ The dressing room differences

💬 Who he enjoyed playing for more — Linfield or Glentoran?

💪 And how senior players shaped his mindset from day one.

It’s honest, reflective, and full of brilliant behind-the-scenes stories from a 20+ year career.

20 years in the game. From Glentoran to Crusaders, from heartbreaks to heroics, and one unforgettable surprise retirement party… 👀🥃

David McClelland joins On the Spot this week in an episode packed with unbelievable stories from the Irish League, coaching tales from Europe, and plenty of laughs from behind the scenes.

🧤 Coaching Elliott Morris

🛫 Turning down Japan for an Irish Cup semi

🏆 That night against Wolves

💥 Nearly pulling Johnny off before that winner at Windsor

😱 Saving a man’s life before a European away trip!

Whether you’re a keeper, a coach, or just love a bit of football craic – you won’t want to miss this one.

We sit down with Linfield legend and Irish League icon Michael Gault!

From clean sweeps to classroom chats, U20s coaching to European nights – Michael brings honesty, humour, and a few absolute belters. Expect stories from his Linfield glory days, memories of David Jeffrey, behind-the-scenes coaching insight, and even a bit of classroom chaos! 🎒⚽

This episode is packed – and you definitely don’t want to miss it.

📍 Streaming Friday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Clarke, one of Northern Ireland’s leading football commentators, to talk about:

✅ Breaking into sports media

✅ Building a career without playing at the top level

✅ Working with co-commentators and football legends

✅ The pressures and prep behind live commentary

✅ Behind-the-scenes stories from the Irish League and international games

✅ Lessons from Jackie Fullerton & more

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to make it in football media – this is a must-listen. 🔊

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & all major platforms.

Johnny McMurray is joined by Ballymena United legend Dessie Loughery in this week’s episode — and it’s one you won’t forget.

From scoring screamers and Irish Cup glory to refereeing the biggest Irish League matches and now capturing it all through the lens — Dessie shares the wild, emotional and hilarious stories from his football journey.

💬 Honest.

😂 Hilarious.

📸 Raw.

⚽ 100% football.

Now live on all platforms. Go listen!

From that iconic backheel goal that went viral worldwide, to a seat at the Ballon d’Or ceremony alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Jose Mourinho — Matty Burrows tells the full, unfiltered story.

⚽ The goal that earned a FIFA Puskás Award nomination

📸 Getting a photo with Ronaldo

🍾 Being the only player sipping champagne while others prepped for Champions League

💬 Mourinho’s verdict: “It’s the best goal – you should win.”

😂 A spray tan story you’ll never forget

And to top it off — he flew back from Zurich and played against Ballymena United the next night!

📍 Stream now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube

From street football in Greenisland to a life-changing head injury and coaching success — Scott Irvine shares his powerful journey:⚽ Debuting for Carrick Rangers at just 17💥 Surviving a traumatic head injury🧠 The road back to health and football🧥 Coaching Carrick’s U20s and first team❤️ Balancing football, family, and personal battlesAn emotional, honest, and inspiring episode you won’t want to miss.📍 Streaming this Friday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube

🎙️ Now Available – Matthew Tipton on On the Spot Football Podcast

Who is Matthew Tipton?

From growing up in Wales to becoming a goal machine and manager in the Irish League, this episode is packed with insight, stories, and laughs:

⚽ Trialling at Liverpool, Man City, Arsenal, Sheffield Wednesday & Blackburn

✍️ Signing for Oldham at 14, negotiating contracts, and playing under Neil Warnock

🔢 Wearing the iconic #9 shirt at Oldham and living through the highs and lows

🐉 Representing Wales U21

🏟️ Playing for Macclesfield, Bury, Hyde, and adapting from full-time to part-time football

🇮🇪 His Irish League career and transition into management with Warrenpoint Town, Portadown & Ards

📈 His current role with the Irish FA coaching setup

This one is packed with career-defining moments and brilliant behind-the-scenes stories.

📍 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube