We're joined by lecturer David Moreton to discuss the myths created in football and how they relate to the beautiful game.We do this by looking at a cast study: Burnley's match v Leyton Orient on the last day of the season in 1987, where the club came from within an inch of falling out of the football league and falling out of existence.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestDavid Moreton@moreton40
We're joined by author and journalist Ryan Foley to delve into the different reasons why we might support our football clubs.Growing up in the USA, Ryan had to pick his club - and so his experience of supporting football becomes more of a fandom as opposed to being surrounded by any kind of football culture.We talk about the reasons why we support who we do, as well as the concept of 'fan authenticity' and the prerequisites to calling yourself a 'true' supporter of a club.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestRyan Foleyhttps://ryanfoleywriter.com/
We're joined by author and historian Matt Corr and founder of The Shamrock Paul McQuade to talk about the comprehensive history and heritage of our favourite club - Celtic.From the origins of the club to the reason it exists and how we express our identity through the club in the modern day, we cover everything that makes Celtic, both the club and the support, what they are.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestsMatt Corr@Boola_voguePaul McQuade@TheShamrock1888
We're joined by Emmanuel do Valle, founder of FlamengoAlternativo and Flamengo History in English, to talk about one of Brazil's - and the world's - most decorated football clubs.39 Cariocãos, 8 Brasileiros, 5 Copa do Brasils, 3 Copa Libertadores and 1 Intercontinental Cup. Even then, you're not scratching the surface of what Flamengo have achieved since their football division began in 1911.This podcast is a dive into their successes, the club culture and football in Brazil.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestEmmanuel do Valle @FlaAlternativo@FlaHistory_ENG
We're joined by author and journalist Sandeep Menon to cover the odyssey of Bengaluru FC, a club founded in 2013 but who have already made waves both on and off the field.While winning six trophies and appearing in the final of a continental competition final all in the space of 12 years is impressive, Bengaluru FC have also had a huge impact on their community and built a vibrant supporter culture which embodies the club, the city and the nation.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestSandeep Menon @SandynonM'Out of the Blue: Bengaluru FC's 10-year Odyssey'https://publications.thehindugroup.com/bookstore/Purchase
We're joined by Justin Walley, Assistant Manager and Comms Director of The Marshall Islands National Team, to talk about the history they created last week by playing their first ever international fixtures.The Marshall Islands Soccer Federation were founded in 2020 with one purpose in mind: to bring organised soccer to The Marshall Islands for the first time.Since then they have put in place infrastructures to promote the game and become one of the last nations on earth to play international football.From no goals, kits or coaches to this moment, it's been a huge journey.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestJustin Walley@JustinWalley10Marshall Islands Soccer Federation@SoccerFedMI
We're joined by New York Cosmos historian Dr. David Kilpatrick and New York Cosmos CEO Erik Stover to talk about one of the biggest comebacks in football history - the return of the New York Cosmos.We cover everything from the culture surrounding the Cosmos, the impact of their return and what they plan to do for the community around their new home, Hinchliffe Stadium.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestsThe New York Cosmoshttps://www.nycosmos.com/Dr. David Kilpatrick@DrDKilpatrickErik Stoverhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-stover-925b5b15/
We're joined by ANCCIF president Steven Torres and former US youth internationalist Alex Popovich to cover the story of an important tournament which has largely been forgotten in the history of US soccer.Alex and his teammates made the journey to Guatemala in 1964 to compete in an under 19s youth tournament, representing the United States. They were the first team from the US in history to compete at this tournament.Sadly, little record exists of their participation in the tournament, even at national level.This is the story of Alex's career, the tournament itself and the fight for their participation in Guatemala to be recognised.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestsSteven Torres@Steve1TANCCIF@ANCCIF_oficial
We're joined by Robbie Mcilwraith and Erik Ellison, two co-founders of the new Inverness Thistle, the first club to compete in Scotland's professional pyramid since they merged with Caledonian to form Inverness CT in 1994.Many people aren't aware of the deep opposition and hurt football supporters in Inverness felt when it was proposed that the cities two biggest clubs, Thistle and Caledonian, should merge to join the Scottish Football League. Sadly, the decision was pushed through and fans were left without clubs to support, refusing to follow the newly created club in Inverness.But now, one of those clubs have returned.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestsInverness Thistle FC@InvThistleFC
It's not every day you get to hear from the President of a professional football club.We're joined by our contributor, Jonee, and the newly-elected President of Futebol Clube Paços de Ferreira, Rui Abreu, for a chat about the history, heritage and culture of the Paços, Rui's journey from supporter to President, and how he plans to use heritage to drive the club forward during his tenure.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestsJonee@Jonee13Rui Abreu@giga_de_pacosPaços de Ferreira@fcpf
We're joined by Christopher Hylland, author of Tears at La Bombonera and Dame Bola, to talk about the language and dialogue of footballusing Argentina as a case study.The way we interact with people often uses words, phrases and metaphors from football. In Argentina, this phenomenon has transcended language and become part of Argentine cultural heritage.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestChristopher Hylland@hyllndTears at La Bombonera@BomboneraTearsAuthor Profilehttps://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Christopher-Hylland/author/B08MYTVJLD?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
We're joined by Tom McMahon and James Hoyle from MorecambeFCFeed to discuss the ongoing issues around Morecambe FC.After buying Morecambe in 2018 with the intention of 'flipping' the club, Jason Whittingham has since ran them into the ground. At the time of writing, Morecambe FC have 4 days to sell the club, or they will cease to exist.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestsTom McMahon@TMcM2306MorecambeFeed@MorecambeFCFeed
We're joined by Scott Coyne from The Belgian Football Podcast and RWDM supporter Filip van der Elst to talk about one of the most controversial stories to come out of Belgina football this year.Having undertaken no fan consultation, RWDM owner John Textor abruptly changed the name of the club to Daring Brussels, while also changing their matricule number to 2.It's a move that has went down terribly with supporters who have since took to the streets in protest.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestScott Coyne@scott_coyneCoyne Consultancy@coyneconsultantThe Belgian Football Podcast@BelgianPodcastFilip van der Elst@eppulf
We're joined by Chris Lee and Dominic Bliss, Head of Media and Heritage at Corinthian-Casuals, to talk about the history and heritage of England's touring amateur pioneers.Corinthian-Casuals have an incredible history, and are the football club credited with bringing football to Brazil, where they toured extensively.We speak with Dominic about how the club uses its heritage, and how they have adapted to survive in the modern English football pyramid.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestChris Leeoutsidewrite.bsky.socialDominic Bliss@theinsideleftyCorinthian-Casuals FChttps://www.corinthian-casuals.com/
We're jouned by author of Super Squad, Colin Whelan, to talk about big Stan Bowles, one of his heroes and one of football's mavericks in the 70s and 80s.Many people view Stan Bowles as the player who could have been, which is incredible considering he still played to a very high standard. But, like many superstars of the era, he could have become so much more.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestColin Whelanlenmadeiros.bsky.socialSuper Squad: The 60s and 70s greats who transformed English footballhttps://troubador.co.uk/bookshop/sport-hobbies/super-squad
We're joined by co-founder Calum Ferguson for a chat about The Alba FA, a football association which represents Scotland's Gàidhealtachd - the Gaelic speaking community.The Alba FA have held training camps in Gaelic communities around the world, inspired by Calum's experience as a professional footballer. We dive into the cultural meaning for The Alba FA and why a Gaelic representative association is necesarry.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestThe Alba FAhttps://albafa.com/
We're joined by soccer historian Tom McCabe and CEO of North Jersey Professional Soccer Erik Stover to talk about one of the new clubs coming to the USL in 2026 - North Jersey Professional Soccer.Based in Paterson, New Jersey, NJPS have huge ambitions to pull the community together. But they're not the first club to be based in North Jersey, and the founding of NJPS is a new chapter in a very long history of soccer in the region.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestsTom McCabe@TomMcCabe5Erik Stoverhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-stover-925b5b15/
We're joined by Uygar, Cafer and Fatih, three men from Bursa, to tell us the unique story of the rise, fall and revival of their club - Bursaspor.In 2010, Bursaspor became only the second club not from Istanbul to win the Turkish Süper Lig title, a feat accomplished by fielding local players brought through their academy and with the fanatical drive of a united Bursa behind them.Since then though, it's been far from plain sailing.The club made headlines this season when, while in the 4th tier, they attracted a crowd of 45,000 fans to their ground, also famous for it's design which replicates a crocodile.This episode dives into everything Bursaspor - from the club history, fan culture and title success, to the mismanagement and beginning of the rise back to the top,About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestsBursaspor Europe & UK@BursasporEU
We're joined once again by Finlay Stanley aka AFC Finners to talk about the history of The FA Cup, the magic of the cup and the unique culture surrounding England's premier trophy.From huddling around the telly watching with your family to going to non-league grounds in the dead of winter, the magic of the cup grabs us all. This unique, intangible culture is part of what makes the domestic season in England special, and is why The FA Cup is loved by football supporters up and down the country.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestAFC Finners@afcfinners
It's not goodbye, but see you later.We're joined by Toffees photographers Laura Gates and Chris Wardle to talk about all things Goodison Park as one chapter closes and another opens for the Grand Old Lady.From Goodison's storied history to the unique culture which exists around the ground and the Evertonians who make that culture what it is, we celebrate Goodison Park and look with interest at what the future holds as Everton Women become the new custodians of one of England's finest football stadiums.About UsWebsitefootballheritage.co.ukEmailhello@footballheritage.co.ukX@_footyheritageBlueSky@footballheritage.bsky.socialInstagram@_footyheritageYouTube@FootballHeritageFHAbout Our GuestsLaura GatesX: @_laurag23https://linktr.ee/lauragatesphotoChris WardleMuseum of Liverpool: Goodbye to Goodison Exhibitionhttps://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/whatson/museum-of-liverpool/exhibition/goodbye-goodison#section--the-exhibition