We welcome experienced National League, EFL and now Aldershot Town manager John Coleman to the National League Lowdown. Dan, Mark and Louis quiz him on his career so far, his plans at Aldershot Town, paper rumours and job offers, as well as managing in Ireland and controversial sackings.

👤 ABOUT THE GUEST: JOHN COLEMAN John Coleman is a legendary figure in lower-league management, best known for his immense influence at Accrington Stanley. A true club builder, he guided Stanley to four promotions, including rising from the Unibond First Division to winning the League Two title. He has also managed respected clubs like Rochdale, Southport, and Sligo Rovers, Gillingham and is now at Aldershot Town renowned for consistently overachieving on limited budgets.

Timestamps
0:00 Welcome to John Coleman
1:35 What is the secret to your long career?
4:20 Leaving Accrington Stanley and Sackings Elsewhere
10:12 Aldershot Town spell so far and plans for the future
12:50 How do you manage such a young squad?
16:51 What are the biggest changes in football over your career?
21:10 Thoughts on the 3UP Campaign
26:16 What level is Irish football compared to English football?
29:07 Have you had any job offers from around the world?
32:50 Dealing with Newspaper Rumours and the Lincoln City job
35:40 Respect for other managers and styles of football

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