Let Me Be Frank Podcast

Murdo MacLeod joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a fascinating conversation reflecting on one of Scottish football’s most remarkable careers.
From the unforgettable 1979 title triumph and a trophy-laden spell with Celtic to winning silverware in Germany with Borussia Dortmund, Murdo looks back on the moments, teammates and matches that shaped his life in football.
He also opens up about the terrifying health battle that left him fighting for his life, the long road back to recovery and the emotional hospital visit from his great friend and former Celtic teammate Frank McGarvey that he’ll never forget.
An honest, moving and often hilarious conversation with one of Scottish football’s true gentlemen.Murdo MacLeod joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a fascinating conversation reflecting on one of Scottish football’s most remarkable careers.
From the unforgettable 1979 title triumph and a trophy-laden spell with Celtic to winning silverware in Germany with Borussia Dortmund, Murdo looks back on the moments, teammates and matches that shaped his life in football.
He also opens up about the terrifying health battle that left him fighting for his life, the long road back to recovery and the emotional hospital visit from his great friend and former Celtic teammate Frank McGarvey that he’ll never forget.
An honest, moving and often hilarious conversation with one of Scottish football’s true gentlemen.

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Frank McAvennie fears Callum McGregor could still be tempted by a life-changing move to Saudi Arabia and explains why Celtic may struggle to keep hold of some of their biggest stars.Simon Houston and Frank also discuss whether Martin O'Neill will challenge Dermot Desmond or simply back the Celtic board, while assessing Rangers' impressive summer rebuild following the arrivals of Lawrence Shankland and Cammy Devlin.There's also debate over whether Hearts should now be known as the "Jam Departs", Macca reveals who he believes starts the season as title favourites, and the pair make their early prediction for England v Argentina.

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Joe Miller joins Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston for a brilliant conversation covering Celtic, Scotland and one very special announcement.
Joe reveals exciting plans for his incredible football shirt collection and explains why now is the right time to share it with supporters. He and Frank also reflect on what it truly meant to wear the Hoops and why representing Celtic is about far more than just pulling on the shirt.
There’s also discussion on England’s clash with Norway, Cristiano Ronaldo, VAR, FIFA’s latest controversies and Celtic’s pre-season preparations.
A brilliant mix of football, nostalgia and great stories from one of Celtic’s favourite sons. 🍀preparations.

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On this week’s Frankly Speaking, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston discuss the latest Celtic, Rangers and Scottish football headlines.
Macca claims Kelechi Iheanacho may already have signed on for another year, while also admitting he fears Callum McGregor could still be tempted by a move to Saudi Arabia.
Frank also shuts down the idea of Lewis Ferguson joining Rangers, insisting it simply will not happen.
Plus, Simon and Frank clash over Ange Postecoglou’s next move, with Simon believing he still has unfinished business at the top level, while Frank thinks Saudi Arabia could be the perfect final chapter.On this week’s Frankly Speaking, Frank McAvennie and Simon Houston discuss the latest Celtic, Rangers and Scottish football headlines.
Macca claims Kelechi Iheanacho may already have signed on for another year, while also admitting he fears Callum McGregor could still be tempted by a move to Saudi Arabia.
Frank also shuts down the idea of Lewis Ferguson joining Rangers, insisting it simply will not happen.
Plus, Simon and Frank clash over Ange Postecoglou’s next move, with Simon believing he still has unfinished business at the top level, while Frank thinks Saudi Arabia could be the perfect final chapter.

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Scotland’s World Cup campaign is over, Steve Clarke has stepped down, and attention has already turned to the biggest decision Scottish football has faced in years.

Joining Simon and Frank is former Scotland captain and World Cup veteran Roy Aitken, who knows exactly what it takes to represent the national team on the biggest stage.

Roy reflects on where the tournament went wrong, the pressure of leading Scotland at a World Cup, and why the Scottish FA simply cannot afford to get the next appointment wrong. He explains the qualities he believes the next Scotland manager must possess, whether the SFA should look beyond the usual names, and what the successful candidate must bring to revive belief ahead of the Nations League and Euro 2028.

There’s also brilliant insight into Roy’s own World Cup memories, stories from his playing career, and his thoughts on the current Scotland squad, Celtic and the future of Scottish football. It’s an honest, thoughtful and fascinating conversation with one of Scotland’s greatest captains.

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