We almost landed Jürgen Klopp this week… but instead got someone with more local flavour and he returned our calls.Daniel Eisenhut — new Oratia United head coach — joins us to chat grassroots footy, coaching chaos, and why Auckland rain builds character. Plus: the wildest pre-game ritual yet, risking death for the Warriors, and what we would've asked Klopp (had he not ghosted us).Tune in — the Spezi’s still cold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stuart Greenaway A.K.A. Paolo Maldini
When Paolo Maldini bailed, Stuart Greenaway stepped up – and honestly, we think we got the better deal. A former Northern Ireland U17 international, Stuart brings stories from the pitch, tackles that could split timelines (including one that left his groin with a Harry Potter like scar), and his current work coaching the future stars with Total Football Technique in Auckland.We talk grassroots glory, coaching philosophy, and the fine art of being a rock-solid left back – on and off the field. Maldini might've missed out, but we didn’t. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Tiago A.K.A. Rui Patricio
In a first for Booked and Abandoned, we welcome our youngest (and sassiest) guest yet—11-year-old Tiago! Join Andrew and his football-mad son for a school break special packed with fun footy chat, trophy issues, goalkeeping fun, and a little Portuguese flair. Perfect for car rides, rainy days, and young fans on holiday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mark Withers A.K.A. Duncan Ferguson
Episode 9 of Booked and Abandoned is here! After a week away we’re back at our home ground of Parrs Park, and our guest is none other than Mark Withers—a goal-scoring menace, a defender’s worst nightmare, and a man with stories to match. From local battles to two seasons at Northampton Town, we cover it all… including Big Dunc mysteriously ducking this one. Coincidence? We think not. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Robby Robinson A.K.A. Steven Gerrard
We aimed for a Liverpool legend, but—much like a certain slip—he didn’t show.So, we called in a true West Auckland battler: Robby Robinson! Tackles? Flying. Pitches? Dodgy. Ankles? Somehow still attached (just).No slips, no dives—just a rock-solid episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Booked and Abandoned is your ultimate grassroots football podcast, where hosts Andrew and Scott explore the untold stories of the beautiful game at its rawest and most relatable level.When aiming for football legends like David Beckham leads to being ghosted harder than a Sunday league goalkeeper during a penalty shootout, Andrew and Scott turn their attention to the unsung heroes of the pitch—players with more passion than trophies, more grit than glamour, and just the right amount of banter.With dodgy pitches, dramatic half-time oranges, and tales that range from laugh-out-loud funny to genuinely touching, "Booked and Abandoned" brings you the grassroots football experience in all its unfiltered glory.This podcast celebrates the love of the game, one story at a time. So grab a cuppa, lace up your boots, and join us for a hilarious, heartfelt, and totally un-Premier League ride. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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