The Go Radio Football Show Podcast

Weekend Edition: Ferguson Finds Peace, Rodgers Needs Backing, and Bloom's Bold Plan

08 Aug 2025

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What a line-up! Enjoy the Go Radio Football Show highlights of the week! Join Paul Cooney, Barry Ferguson, Charlie Mulgrew, Mark Guidi, Andy Walker, Craig Moore, Peter Grant and Richard Foster for this unmissable Weekend Edition of the Go Radio Football Show Podcast with Burger King! This bonus episode dives deep into the emotional and tactical reflections of the week in Scottish football, with a strong focus on Rangers and Celtic developments, managerial transitions, and the broader state of the game in Scotland. Barry Ferguson’s Reflections: Ferguson opens up about not getting the Rangers managerial job, expressing peace with the decision and full support for the new manager. He shares insights into his short tenure, emphasising unity, passion, the importance of involving all staff in the club culture and his respect for Brendan Rodgers. Brendan Rodgers & Celtic: Rodgers is praised for his professionalism and leadership. Concerns are raised about Celtic’s board needing to back Rodgers to maintain progress. Discussion on Celtic’s Champions League draw and the implications for club strategy. The Bischoff Debate, Celtic vs. Sunderland: Richard Foster and Andy Walker debate potential signing of Bronby winger Clément Bischoff and whether Bischoff should choose Celtic or Sunderland. Richard questions the appeal of Sunderland, suggesting that the opportunity to play Champions League football and compete for domestic trophies at Celtic far outweighs a mid-table Premier League experience. Barry Ferguson’s Managerial Lessons Barry Ferguson reflects on his interim management at Rangers. He talks about adapting his style, building unity at the club, and learning from setbacks. Scottish Football Landscape: Tony Bloom’s bold prediction about splitting the Old Firm is discussed. Reflections on the strength of clubs like Hearts, Aberdeen, and Dundee United. Concerns about the lack of Scottish players in domestic squads and the need to nurture local talent. Youth Development & Missed Opportunities: Discussion on promising young Scottish players like Lennon Miller and the disappointment of losing talent to foreign leagues. Emphasis on the need for clubs to invest in and retain homegrown talent. Paul McStay Back at Celtic: A heartfelt discussion on Celtic legend Paul McStay, his legacy, and his appearance at Flag Day. The Go Radio Football Show, weeknights from 5pm-7pm across Scotland on DAB, Online, Smart Speaker <launch Go Radio> and on the Go Radio App. IOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/go-radio/id1510971202 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.thisisgo.goradio&pcampaignid=web_share In Association with Burger King. Home of the Whopper, home delivery half time or full time, exclusively on the Burger King App https://www.burgerking.co.uk/download-bk-app Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok For more Go Creative Podcasts, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...

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