The Mainly Football Podcast

INSIDE THE LIFE OF: CONALL BARTLETT - Life as a referee, best players he's officiated and being a linesman in the FA Cup

George, Mikey and Jack sat down with Conall Bartlett, a 23-year old referee, who most recently was a linesman in the FA Cup First Round proper back in November, for the second episode of their 'Inside the life of series'. Conall discussed his early beginnings with his local football side, the transition into becoming a referee at 16 and his early career as a referee. Conall also spoke about the pros and cons of being a linesman and referee, some of the most talented players he's been on the pitch with and what a match day looks like for an official. The boys also discussed VAR, England's top referees and Conall's other career!

INSIDE THE LIFE OF: TOM DAVIES - United Youth days, climbing up the football pyramid and overcoming injuries

Jack, George and Mikey sat down with Bristol Rovers defender Tom Davies, currently on loan with Barrow AFC, as part of their brand new ‘Inside the life of’ series. Tom discussed his beginnings at Manchester United, dropping down to non-league and working at McDonald‘s, his climb back up the football pyramid and overcoming injury problems. We also spoke to Tom about his favourite managers. Tom‘s footballing journey started with Manchester United, before a move to Blackburn Rovers where he was released aged 16. Davies spent a few years playing non-league, learning his trade at FC United of Manchester, before getting his break into pro football again with Fleetwood Town. Tom has also played for Portsmouth, Coventry City, Accrington Stanley and has a wealth of Football League experience. Picture credit: Lymm AFC

Liverpool looking for another Anfield comeback, PL top six race and who can stop Tyson Fury? | S2E6

In today's episode - George, Mikey and Jack discuss the recent European football, including Liverpool vs Atletico, Dortmund's fantastic victory over PSG and Wolves' 4-0 win over Espanyol. We also discuss the tight battle for the top six in the Premier League, Tyson Fury's dominant victory over Deontay Wilder and debate our favourite Premier League kit of all time. Follow us: George: twitter.com/_GeorgeCarden Jack: twitter.com/Jack_Heale TMFP: twitter.com/MainlyFootyPod Mikey: twitter.com/MikeyP_3108

TMFP special: Tales of amateur football - Game Day | Episode 2

In the second episode of the mini series - Jack, George and Mikey reminisce on their junior football memories, favourite moments and best goals. Follow us: George: twitter.com/_GeorgeCarden Jack: twitter.com/Jack_Heale TMFP: twitter.com/MainlyFootyPod Mikey: twitter.com/MikeyP_3108

City's FFP nightmare, the PL winter break and who did the best business in January? | S2E5

In today's episode - Mikey, George and Jack discuss Manchester City's recent breaching of the Financial Fair Play regulations, the concept of the recent Premier League winter break and look at the league's winners and losers from last month's transfer window. We also introduce our new end of episode feature, the weekly wheel! Follow us: George: twitter.com/_GeorgeCarden Jack: twitter.com/Jack_Heale TMFP: twitter.com/MainlyFootyPod Mikey: twitter.com/MikeyP_3108