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Up Front Podcast

Welcome to Up Front brought to you by William Hill. On this channel you will find hard-hitting, sporting content that cuts through the nonsense and gets to the heart of the story. Whether that’s in ‘Up Front with Simon Jordan’ our podcast series that sees the broadcaster and former Premier League club owner sit down with interesting characters from the world of sport and beyond. Or ‘Three Up Front’, our new show hosted by Simon Jordan, Graeme Souness and Troy Deeney that tackles the biggest talking points in world football through the eyes of a player, a manager and an owner. Be sure to subscribe for weekly content and remember, 18+ please gamble responsibly.

  1. David Haye | If you give it the big’un and you flop, you’re gonna get stick 💥

    1 DAY AGO

    David Haye | If you give it the big’un and you flop, you’re gonna get stick 💥

    In this episode, we are joined by two-weight world champion David Haye. He’s one of only three men - with Evander Holyfield and Oleksandr Usyk - to have won world titles at both cruiserweight and heavyweight. After becoming the first Brit to reach a world amateur final, David turned pro and quickly became known for punching power, as illustrated when he stopped both Jean-Marc Mormeck and Enzo Maccarinelli to become the unified cruiserweight world champion. He then moved up to heavyweight where, despite conceding 7 stone in weight, he beat the giant 7ft-plus Russian Nikolay Valuev to become the WBA champion.  Eventually, he faced Wladimir Klitschko in a unification bout but he was soundly beaten and his post-fight excuse of a broken little toe severely damaged his standing among fight fans. Thereafter, came controversy and frustration: a much-publicised brawl with Derek Chisora in Germany led to a contest between the pair where David was victorious. But, a highly anticipated fight with Tyson Fury fell through as David suffered injuries that would keep him out of the ring for a long time. He eventually returned and fought Tony Bellew twice before retiring following his defeat in their rematch. Despite his success, David has been a sometimes divisive figure with the boxing public. Here, he tackles everything: becoming a two-weight world champion, his defeats to Klitschko and Bellew, why he made some of his controversial statements, and he gives his thoughts on Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. He also explains why Saudi Arabia’s takeover is good for boxing and tantalisingly, he reveals whether his career may not yet be over. Subscribe for future episodes and head to http://www.youtube.com/@UpFrontWithSimonJordan for full video episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly. Warning: this episode contains language that some people may find offensive.

    1h 8m

  2. 12 SEPT

    NLD is a MUST-WIN for both teams and have English clubs underachieved in the UCL? | Three Up Front

    The Champions League is back and looking very different this season. But will it be more entertaining? Simon, Graeme and Troy discuss the new format and question whether English teams have been really punching their weight until now. Graeme explains why Arsenal must win the North London derby. Simon asks whether fans are too loyal to homegrown talent that simply isn't good enough for the first team and Troy suggests that Arsenal's left wing slot is up for grabs, and that Raheem Sterling is the man to take it. All this and more on this week’s Three Up Front! Subscribe for future episodes.18+ please gamble responsibly

    34 min

  3. 5 SEPT

    Ten Hag’s January deadline, Spain next for TAA? & Rangers need cash

    What are Man Utd now? Is Trent Alexander-Arnold off to Real Madrid? And how can Rangers catch up with Celtic? Simon Jordan, Graeme Souness and Troy Deeney clash on these and more questions in the latest Three Up Front. Manchester United's capitulation to Liverpool sees them discuss why they still have no system of play after two years under Erik Ten Hag and how long he may have left at the club. They also debate whether Marcus Rashford still deserves his place in the United XI, how Virgil van Dijk displayed true leadership and if Arne Slot is slowly phasing out Trent Alexander-Arnold at Anfield... Elsewhere, Troy gives his viewpoint on his old gaffer Sean Dyche's situation at Everton, how he thinks he's dealing with it and why he believes the players need a meeting behind closed doors as they once again prop up the rest of the Premier League. Graeme gives his verdict on his former club's Rangers' defeat to Celtic and they deliberate on whether Lee Carsley can bring something new to the England team and if the job may be his to lose already. Subscribe for future episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly

    34 min
  4. "Football looks like a burden for Rashford" - YOUR questions answered 🗣️ | Three Up Front

    29 AUG

    "Football looks like a burden for Rashford" - YOUR questions answered 🗣️ | Three Up Front

    Simon Jordan, Graeme Souness and Troy Deeney are answering your questions on the latest Three Up Front. Does Marcus Rashford look like football is a burden for him? Is Rodri really the new Graeme Souness? Who is the best player outside the big six in the Premier League? They discuss which Premier League players are the most overhyped, what football might look like in 2044 and Graeme says how he really got on with Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Jamie Carragher at Sky. Simon reveals which club he came close to buying after Crystal Palace and why he may have changed his opinion on Liverpool's Mo Salah, Graeme names the England star he thinks is one of the worst culprits for diving and Troy explains which Manchester United and Arsenal players need to prove their worth in 2024/25. Subscribe for future episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly

    38 min
  5. Sterling’s NONSENSE statement, Toney vs Solanke & a new era in Liverpool | Three Up Front

    22 AUG

    Sterling’s NONSENSE statement, Toney vs Solanke & a new era in Liverpool | Three Up Front

    Was Raheem Sterling out of order? Have Tottenham signed the wrong striker? And how impressive were Arne Slot's Liverpool? Simon, Graeme and Troy give their opinions on the big talking points from the opening weekend of the Premier League. They discuss the soap opera around Chelsea and whose at fault, what it means for Sterling's career and the new manager Enzo Maresca, as well as debating Chelsea's extremely unconventional business model... From one soap opera to another: Ivan Toney’s future. He was left out of Brentford’s win over Palace amid speculation of a move to Saudi Arabia. The trio debate his next move and whether Tottenham should’ve signed him over Dominic Solanke. As Liverpool enter a new era under Arne Slot, Graeme shares his perspective on his former club, while Simon raises some concerns about Slot and Liverpool’s recent transfer activity. All this and more in the first episode of the new Premier League season. Subscribe for future episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly.

    40 min
  6. Jaap Stam | “We were always fighting at Man Utd - You don’t need to be friends to win”

    15 AUG

    Jaap Stam | “We were always fighting at Man Utd - You don’t need to be friends to win”

    On today’s episode we are joined by one of the most dominant defenders in Premier League history. Jaap Stam spent three seasons at Manchester United, lifting the Premier League title every year. In 1999 he would add the FA Cup and the Champions League to his trophy cabinet as he helped United to historic treble. His infamous autobiography led to an explosive Ferguson fall out, which saw Jaap leave for Italy. First at Lazio and then onto AC Milan where he would be involved in another iconic Champions League moment, the miracle in Istanbul. Now a manager with experience in England, the Netherlands and the USA, Jaap joins the show to give us the inside scoop on his rocky relationship with Sir Alex Ferguson, the controversy around his failed drugs test as well as his thoughts on the Dutchmen currently plying their trade in the Premier League. Subscribe for future episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly.

    1h 8m
  7. David Moyes | "I’ve been the manager - I couldn’t tell you what the West Ham Way is”

    1 AUG

    David Moyes | "I’ve been the manager - I couldn’t tell you what the West Ham Way is”

    On today’s episode, we are joined by a respected and constant figure in English football management. David Moyes sits third in the number of games managed in the Premier League, behind only fellow Scotsman Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger. Having begun his managerial career at the age of 34 at Preston North End, Moyes has risen through the football pyramid and become synonymous with stability and success, notably at Everton and West Ham. Moyes sits down with Simon to discuss his longevity in the game and the successes he achieved with Preston, Everton, and more recently, West Ham. He also talks candidly about his challenges, particularly his difficult period at Manchester United. Moyes shares his insights on following in the gargantuan footsteps of Sir Alex Ferguson and the key factors that led to his downfall. Additionally, Moyes discusses how he had to reinvented himself after leaving Old Trafford, reflecting on his time at Sunderland and Real Sociedad whilst addressing the opinions about his “negative” style of play. Join Simon for this insightful conversation with David Moyes. Subscribe for future episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly.

    1h 5m
  8. “Bellingham will be England captain at the next World Cup” | Three Up Front

    25 JUL

    “Bellingham will be England captain at the next World Cup” | Three Up Front

    Graeme Souness and Troy Deeney were captains throughout the majority of their careers and Simon once sat in the ultimate leadership position, as owner of Crystal Palace FC. Societal changes, money and player power have created a very different footballing landscape, one that many people feel produces fewer leaders than ever. In this week’s episode our panel sat down to discuss leadership in modern football, analysing the traits that the best captains and managers exhibit whilst looking at England’s footballing future as we head into the post-Southgate era. Subscribe for future episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly.

    33 min
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Welcome to Up Front brought to you by William Hill. On this channel you will find hard-hitting, sporting content that cuts through the nonsense and gets to the heart of the story. Whether that’s in ‘Up Front with Simon Jordan’ our podcast series that sees the broadcaster and former Premier League club owner sit down with interesting characters from the world of sport and beyond. Or ‘Three Up Front’, our new show hosted by Simon Jordan, Graeme Souness and Troy Deeney that tackles the biggest talking points in world football through the eyes of a player, a manager and an owner. Be sure to subscribe for weekly content and remember, 18+ please gamble responsibly.

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  • Creator
    Folding Pocket and William Hill
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    71
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Folding Pocket and William Hill

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