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Graeme Souness Tackles

Graeme Souness Tackles is a bold new show delivering Souness’ trademark honesty, sharp analysis and uncompromising football insight through unfiltered stories, hard‑hitting debates and candid conversations with the game’s biggest names.

On this week’s episode of Graeme Souness Tackles, Graeme is joined by Simon Jordan and Sir David Murray for an uncompromising discussion on the biggest issues in football.The trio dive straight into Manchester City’s 115 financial charges, question outcomes for City’s auditors, debate the most likely verdicts and the potential fallout for the Premier League. Turning their attention to the broader game, they examine the shifting landscape of club ownership and question whether English football is rapidly losing its soul.The conversation also shifts north and into the history books as Sir David Murray offers his thoughts on Rangers and Celtic and the difficulties Scottish football faces in bridging the financial gap to compete in Europe again. He also shares the story about the time he owned 50% of Manchester United.Additionally, Graeme shares an exclusive story about the advice he gave Sir Jim Ratcliffe before his entry into football club ownership. Finally, all three deliver their unfiltered verdicts on football technology and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, his controversial leadership, and whether his grip on global football is truly secure.

Simon Jordan & Sir David Murray: Man City CHARGED & Scottish Football | Graeme Souness Tackles Ep 6

Welcome to another hard-hitting, no-nonsense episode of Graeme Souness Tackles!This week, Graeme and Scott Minto are joined by a true footballing giant: Arsenal, Manchester City, Sunderland, and Republic of Ireland legend Niall Quinn.Niall shares his thoughts on his former clubs, assessing whether the current Arsenal squad has what it takes to secure back-to-back Premier League titles. He also takes a nostalgic look back at his own 1989 title-winning campaign with the Gunners, sharing hilarious stories about side-hustles during training, the infamous Tuesday Night Drinking Club, and a legendary run-in with Vinnie Jones alongside Tony Adams.Plus, the trio breaks down all the chaos from the weekend's Premier League fixtures and dissects the latest Old Firm Derby - including what Roy Keane’s unexpected appearance at Parkhead really means.

Niall Quinn: Arsenal, a Run-In with Vinnie Jones & the Old Firm Derby | Graeme Souness Tackles Ep 5

It's a Graeme Souness Tackles Q&A special! Scott Minto joins Graeme Souness to break down the state of refereeing after a controversial Manchester Derby, the current reality of Scottish football, and the impact of the new off-field treatment rules. Looking ahead to the international window, they consider how the wave of new managers will perform and discuss Thomas Tuchel’s major World Cup squad decisions.

Souness on Manchester Derby, Scottish Football & Thomas Tuchel | Graeme Souness Tackles Q&A

Graeme Souness Tackles is back for another uncompromising episode!Graeme and Scott Minto welcome broadcasting legend Martin Tyler to the show. Martin takes us on a journey through his legendary career, tracking his rise from a written journalist, to Jimmy Hill encouraging him to take his first TV job to his time at ITV, and his historic move to Sky Sports for the dawn of the Premier League. He reveals his favourite co-commentators, his advice to those starting out in sports broadcast and he shares what it is truly like to voice one of the most iconic commentary moments in football history.Plus, Graeme and the panel break down all the action from Week 3 of the Premier League and debate why transparency in football finances is more critical than ever.

Martin Tyler: Aguero's Goal, How to Get into Commentary & PL Round-up | Graeme Souness Tackles Ep 4

Buckle up for a hilarious and unfiltered episode of Graeme Souness Tackles!Graeme Souness and Scott Minto roll out the red carpet for special guest Dean Saunders, who famously played and coached under Graeme's uncompromising leadership.Dean takes a trip down memory lane, lifting the lid on his historic £2.9 million move to Liverpool (a British record at the time), shines a light on what it takes to succeed at big clubs and recalls what it was really like sharing a pitch with Premier League icons like Roy Keane.From Anfield to Blackburn, Newcastle, Benfica, and that legendary Galatasaray flag moment, this hour is packed with unforgettable football history and opinions you won't want to miss.Plus, the trio completely dissect Transfer Deadline Day, breaking down which clubs hit the jackpot with their summer business and who has been left short.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔵 Facebook: / www.facebook.com/graemesounesstackles/ 🟣 Instagram:   / www.instagram.com/graemesounesstackles/

Dean Saunders & Minto: Liverpool, Roy Keane & Transfer Deadline Day | Graeme Souness Tackles Ep 3

Graeme welcomes former players Scott Minto and Matt Le Tissier to his new studio for a revealing conversation about football, management and plenty of stories from his time in the game.They look back on Graeme’s uncompromising management style, dissect the opening weekend of Premier League action and debate Arsenal’s title chances, the potential challengers and whether Manchester United, Aston Villa and Tottenham can bounce back.Plus, Graeme reflects on his respect for Kevin Keegan and the emotional pre-match tribute involving Newcastle and Liverpool.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔵 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/graemesounesstackles/🟣 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graemesounesstackles/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Le Tissier & Minto: Cole Palmer's Character, Kevin Keegan & More! | Graeme Souness Tackles Ep 2

The first episode of Graeme Souness Tackles is here.Liverpool, Rangers and Scotland legend Graeme Souness brings his trademark straight-talking style to a brand-new podcast where serious football conversation comes first.For episode one, Graeme is joined by his former Liverpool teammate, close friend and Anfield icon Sir Kenny Dalglish.Together, they look back on the glory years at Liverpool and reveal what made that legendary team so successful from the standards and mentality demanded on the pitch to the chocolate biscuits enjoyed off it.They reflect on their early years growing up in Scotland and revisit their journeys from players to managers.Along the way, expect some brilliant stories from two of British football’s greatest figures — including sporting mink coats, dressing-room memories and the night before a European Cup final when Kenny was kept awake by one of his Liverpool teammates.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔵 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/graemesounesstackles/🟣 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graemesounesstackles/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------