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It Was What It Was : The Football History Podcast

The Overlap
Roma
Liverpool
European Cup
Liverpool Football Club
Euro 2004
Sir Alex Ferguson
Joe Fagan
Manchester United
Premier League
Jurgen Klopp
Bruce Grobbelaar
History
Football
FA Cup
Mainz
Tony Evans
Nottingham Forest
Borussia Dortmund
Bundesliga
Penalty Shootout

Welcome to The Overlap's football history podcast, It Was What It Was.

Each week Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper will be talking about the key episodes in football history that have shaped the footballing world.

The show will be discussing the best stories from football's past, giving insights to the personalities involved. the tales from behind the scenes and the impact they left.

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Following the sacking of Ruben Amorim by Manchester United, here is a recommended replay from our episode released in November 2024, when Amorim first arrived at Manchester United. Jonathan and Rob discuss the clubs persistent challenge in finding a ... more

Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. This week co-hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper continue onto part two of a four-part special on the North American Soccer League (NASL). They discuss the initial attempts to establish pr... more

Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. Today, co-hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper bring you a New Years Day Special Episode. We hope you enjoy and wish you all a Happy New Year!

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Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. This week co-hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper are joined by a special guest and former footballer Dennis Tueart. In this first episode of our four-part special on the North American Soc... more

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Recent Guests

Dennis Tueart
Former English footballer, member of Sunderland's 1973 FA Cup winning team, and Manchester City player.
New York Cosmos
Episode: The American Dream: Pelé, Cosmos + Rise & Fall of NASL | Part One
John Smith
Author of 'Escape', a book about the film Escape to Victory
Episode: Escape to Victory: The Cult Classic with Pele, Bobby Moore and Sylvester Stallone | Christmas Special
David Goldblatt
Football historian and author of Injury Time
Episode: British Society: Through The Lens of Football
Rory Smith
Author and football journalist
Libro
Episode: How Data Won the Premier League: Liverpool and the Rise of Modern Metrics | Part One
Euan Flynn
Author of 'When The Year Ends in One' focusing on Tottenham Hotspur's 1990-91 season.
Episode: Spurs '91: Gascoigne, Gold, and the FA Cup with Ewan Flynn
Ed Aarons
Journalist for The Guardian and author of 'Made In Africa'
The Guardian
Episode: Mo Salah: The Egyptian King's Story | Part One
Jan Åge Fjørtoft
Former Swedish football player, known for his time at Middlesbrough, Swindon Town and Rapid Vienna.
Middlesbrough FC
Episode: The Little Magician: Juninho’s Boro Days with Jan Åge Fjørtoft
Maka Hontrenko
A Dynamo Kiev winger discussing experiences during the Nazi occupation of Ukraine
Dynamo Kiev
Episode: The Death Match: Football, Resistance, and Myth in Nazi-Occupied Ukraine | Part One
Nick Purewal
Sports journalist and author of 'Sanctioned'
Episode: The Takeover That Led to Chelsea's Club World Cup Glory

Hosts

Rob Draper
Co-host, journalist, and author with expertise in football history and current affairs in sports.
Jonathan Wilson
Co-host and renowned football journalist and author, known for insightful coverage of football history and tactics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Take me to a Budapest coffee house

    As a lifelong football nerd I love this podcast, specifically how and why the formation changes developed

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hillbib
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Great podcast!

    This is a fantastic podcast. The episodes are presented exceptionally well and I’ve learned so much about football history.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dirigo77
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast

    As a football nerd, I love this podcast and have been listening since the very first episode. Genuinely something i look forward to although I wish they’d leave women’s football alone. Those episodes I’ve skipped as it’s not something I personally have any interest in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zammo McGuire
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Top of the table

    Excellent podcast. Rob and Jonathan are great engaging and informative hosts given their

    journalistic skills. I've learned so much about football stories I never knew about that are just so interesting. First class stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gerdzilla
    Irelanda month ago
  • Brilliant

    Love this show has replaced the world football show on 5 live for me that has dumbed down and was looking for something with a bit of intelligence when talking football history

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    valla27
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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In-depth explorations tackle both mainstream and obscure topics, providing something for all football enthusiasts.
Many appreciate the insightful historical context provided, drawing connections between past events and present realities.
Overall, audiences find it refreshing amid a plethora of less substantive football podcasts.
The chemistry between the hosts is often highlighted, contributing to an engaging listening experience.
Listeners rave about the well-researched content that blends humor with depth.

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#43
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Apple Podcasts
#35
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#37
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#76
United Kingdom/Sports
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#38
Italy/Sports/Soccer
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#39
Australia/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Escape to Victory: The Cult Classic with Pele, Bobby Moore and Sylvester Stallone | Christmas Special
Q: How did you fall in love with the film and how you come to write a whole book on it?
I loved the film so much I wanted to write about it as a love letter.
The Takeover That Led to Chelsea's Club World Cup Glory
Q: What was the feeling among Chelsea staff during the chaotic period?
Nick details the confusion and frustration among players and staff as they navigated the unprecedented limitations placed on their operations.
The Takeover That Led to Chelsea's Club World Cup Glory
Q: Can you tell us how did the book come about?
Nick discusses how he covered Chelsea's sale as a correspondent and expressed a desire to revisit the story, leading to his eventual interviews with Abramovich.
Verona's Miracle Season: The Story of the 1985 Serie A Champions
Q: How did the tactical approach of Bagnoli influence the team's success?
He fostered a culture of freedom on the pitch, focusing on quick transitions and allowing players to express themselves, which was quite revolutionary for that time.
Verona's Miracle Season: The Story of the 1985 Serie A Champions
Q: What was the significance of the foreign players in Verona's success?
They brought experience, skill, and the ability to adapt to the rigorous demands of Serie A, which contributed significantly to the team's performance.

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Focusing on pivotal moments and personalities in football history, discussions explore a variety of significant events that have shaped the sport. Episodes delve into topics such as the rise and fall of notable teams, key figures and their influences, cultural impacts of the game, and transformative events in football history, all presented with engaging narratives and insightful analysis. The hosts frequently blend well-researched facts with storytelling, providing listeners with a unique understanding of the game's evolution and relevance in contemporary society.

Noteworthy is the deep exploration of both famous and lesser-known stories, shedding light on the intricacies of football's history. This series appeals to listeners who appreci... more

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1. Dennis Tueart
2. John Smith
3. David Goldblatt
4. Rory Smith
5. Euan Flynn
6. Ed Aarons
7. Jan Åge Fjørtoft
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