"Fergie’s petrol was anger" | Gordon Strachan's Greatest Managers

[@paulwilson2008]

Watched him grace the feild at elland road many times ..different class and defied father time ...a rare trait indeed

[@paulwilson2008]

Yep masterstroke putting them two together ...they didn't get the memo about running out of steam at 35 years of age ...absolute legends ...

[@spreadthelove77]

I’m sure Gordon won the player of the year when he was nearly 40…?

[@paulwilson2008]

@@spreadthelove77 I think your right

[@rywalker6457]

​@Haydersublate and Batty and Speed. Great midfield.

[@CovRealist]

Strachan was assistant manager at Coventry under Ron Atkinson. Ron had to convince Strach to play the last few games when we were unsurprisingly fighting relegation. At 40 years of age he was the best player at the club and he worked his magic and helped keep us up. One performance away at Spurs will live long in the memory. A truly class player. I’ll also add McCallister was a top player too.

[@theinfernomaster8826]

I can't speak highly enough of Mr Strachan, as a Celtic fan he gave me the time of my life on our champions league journeys...my favourite Celtic manager.

[@matthewdoyle3877]

Scottish farmers league, your Champions League Journeys, lol, you didnt even make last EIGHT you fool

[@mcdell6970]

5-0 Bratislava 😂😂

[@Leewoods123]

Jock knew 👍

[@donaldmackillop6736]

Time of your life ?..sheesh, you sad chirping wee Budgie...

[@MegaTimtheman]

What fergie achieved at Aberdeen is insane. Crushed celtic and rangers in Scotland, and winning European cup winners cup and super cup

[@donaldmackillop6736]

Agreed, and far too often overlooked after that, English PML...piss of...you know...

[@jimmorrison8203]

When Leeds won the top flight league, Gordon Strachan was the best and most consistent right winger in the country. He was incredible for Coventry also. A very underrated footballer.

[@Paul-po5om]

Strachan was a terrific player

[@gazzaboy2531977]

Underated 😊

[@derekking5386]

Great player at aberdeen, caused celtic all sorts of problems on the pitch

[@jimmorrison8203]

@@derekking5386 He was the heir to Jimmy Johnstone’s throne. Wee Jinky was a king of a right winger. And so was Strachan.

[@scipioafrikanus9511]

From a Leeds fan. Thanks for everything Gordon. Best days as a Leeds fan when you came.

[@deanfoster1158]

My favourite Leeds player of the last 50 years. His contribution to Leeds' success of that era was unparalleled, he was such a great player and captain. Halcyon days indeed

[@paulsmith6224]

This is just brilliant, what a top guy. Loved Stracham for us at LUFC, he took us forward leaps and bounds. I had hoped he would manage us but not to be. Brilliant Gordon ALAW, MOT.

[@morleywhite911]

What a player Gordon was for Leeds , absolutely incredible

[@CARLIN4737]

yawn. fuck leeds.

[@tonybuckley6413]

been a Utd fan a long time , an early memory that stayed with me was Strachan’s goal celebration against the pool 1988 at anfield to make it 3-3 .. loved it

[@alexandersonceltic]

Always love listening to Gordon 😊

[@robertarbuckle8493]

Great player, fantastic manager for Celtic and Scotland. Entertainer as well

[@CARLIN4737]

yeah b league.

[@GC-xz7vh]

At 39/40 years old at Highfield Road he was still often the best player on the pitch. Aggressive, 100% effort for the cause. Sad that he was the manager that took us down. Gave us some great memories in the seasons before that.

[@lubo25]

Strachan was a supremely intelligent player.

[@CARLIN4737]

yeah not sure about that?

[@alec1113]

We were brought up in muirhouse , and what you see with Gordon is what you get , straight to the point . Good man .

[@donaldmackillop6736]

You mean ridiculous the moment he opens his uneducated wee mouth..? like you...

[@YerDa67]

What Fergie did with that Aberdeen team in the 80’s is always overlooked. It’s why he’s better than Pep, Pep couldn’t take a team with such finances and do the things Fergie did with them.

[@w00df0rd]

"couldn't"...... But I agree, Pep 'hasn't'.

[@simoncampbell3144]

Absolutely

[@anthonymcken6050]

He was a European cup competition champion x 2 say no more.

[@paulwilson2008]

Never forget him and gary mac making fun of my giner hair as a ten year old autograph hunter is was hilarious ....gordon asked if i was his illegitimate son 🤣

[@somisak]

My favourite leeds united player 👏

[@Cassarolex]

😂😂😂 I met him as a kid and he came across as a cool guy

[@simoncampbell3144]

Are you though?

[@Leewoods123]

Brilliant🤣🤣back when people were allowed a sense of humour!

[@stevencowdell5201]

A legend at many clubs. Loved his passion and energy. A born winner. Wish we had a player like him for Leeds in the playoffs.

[@johnking3945]

I remember Gordon playing against Stoke (for Coventry) when he was about 38 or so at the Victoria Ground( I think). Gordon was absolutely awesome and was by far the best player on the pitch. I was so impressed. Since then I really listen to him and appreciate his footballing skills. From a Stokey.

[@brucemcintosh7466]

He carried the ball with the joy of a young kid. Loved watching him.

[@63mckenzie]

I lived near to Ferguson when he was manager of ST Mirren. One day we were playing at the local football pitches and another group of kids were playing near to us. Suddenly this guy appeared roaring at one these kids 'your mother's been calling you in for your dinner!!!' It was Ferguson. Seems the kids got the hairdryer treatment too!

[@garyrenton4930]

Reporter “Gordon, can we have a quick word” Strachan “Velocity” as he walks past. Brilliant humour 😂

[@garymackie5608]

Just a pity velocity dose not mean quick

[@garyrenton4930]

@@garymackie5608 no but it is a word relating to speed

[@alfredlear4141]

Saints fan Absolute legend, always makes you smile while keeping his principals ❤

[@colingeddes2172]

Loved strach when he managed sothampton for a couple of years, good times and memories from the wee man.

[@anthonybarnes7506]

Most influential player I've ever seen play for Leeds he was incredible. What a legend.

[@chrismelte2782]

Really good interview , good to get an hour of really refreshing and honest football discussion both from the past and linked to whats happening now Gordon is fantastic at this and you can tune our listen and forget about life’s troubles as wife is divorcing me as she found images on my laptop , nothing illegal just feet pictures

[@David-cm4ok]

😂wtf

[@Bulltilt31]

What is going on here 👀

[@johnnicholson4862]

Terrific player. I was in the same digs as Gordon in Aberdeen in late 1977, went for a beer with him and Lesley, they were a lovely couple. Really great digs, with a wonderful character who ran the place. The Aberdeen team used to have their prematch meal there. Good to see Gordon still on good form.

[@donaldmackillop6736]

On form and talking merde as usual, stop the craw;ing eh and 'I know them shyte'...he;s a decent player who won what as manager anywhere except when Celts had zero opposition ..eh...

[@BeatPoet67]

I raised my voice in one of our team meetings at work a couple of weeks ago. Somebody objected and complained to HR. I was given a verbal warning and put on a six week "plan". The world has gone insane. Great interview!

[@Whatever10000]

There's passion in football that's why feelings run high, you were probably just being a dick for the sake of it. Trying to run a department like a football manager 😂😂😂 what a 🔔 🔚

[@porridgeable]

Reporter: Gordon, can we have a quick word? Gordon: aye, rapid... Great man and fantastic footballer.

[@dahsellsavon113]

he said "A word?...aye......velocity!"

[@itiswhatitis3583]

Luved gordon.. never got the proper respct from Celtic fans for the job he done.🍀☘️

[@theinfernomaster8826]

1 million percent

[@thebloodyshambles]

Scotland, Ireland and N.Ireland have all produced some great managers. Gordon is amazing, love listening to him talk, great patter.

[@leedsunitedoldschool2837]

Gordon Strachan 🤍 Thank You for the wonderful Leeds years 🟡⚪️🔵

[@dumysani2801]

Strachan a magician brilliant player...

[@ChubbyChecker182]

Greay ppayer, great Character. Thanks for all the entertainment Gordon (4th in the Balon D'or 1983 aint bad) 👍

[@ath7616]

Great interview

[@jamesthepeacock1919]

"I modelled myself after Billy Bremner. I was a pathetic Billy Bremner." Little did he know he'd become our second best ever captain after Billy Bremner. Absolute legend.

[@james6901]

Whys it always Scots? Managers and players,,,,something in them thats different.

[@jamesthepeacock1919]

Bremner, Collins, Gray, Strachan, McAllister, Matteo, Snodgrass and Cooper. Think it's just a tradition now that Scots make good captains 🤣

[@Htheorphanarian]

His lookalike story, his insight into Fergie, this is excellent

[@Dadopŕsoblueboots]

When i was the chef at Coventry city. Gordon is kicking off because the players have no food. I wasn't told they weren't eating before the match . Strolls in 30 minutes late. Thanks chef. 😅😂😂😂 aye no problem.

[@laineambrose-mcauliffe8471]

I’ve watched every episode - this was one of the very best! Spurs fan

[@BobVance529]

Could listen to Strachan for hours.

[@littlejobby1]

Great podcast Jeff, your reviews have inspired me and both cost me and saved me money😅. Here in the UK costs and availability can be frustrating. Thanks for everything you do in all the formats. 👏👏

[@scottw.3258]

Strachan. One of my top XI favourite Dons players of all time.

[@Brooksey01]

Best episode yet absolutely brilliant

[@paulself8698]

A great story teller and a great guy. Also a damned good footballer.

[@larrydavid6852]

Gordon Strachan is superb to listen to.

[@1Jameskelly]

LEEDS UNITED LEGEND! Best midfield EVER... HIM. GARRY MAC. BATTY.. And SPEED!!

[@newmannoggs]

Imagine having FIVE Lison Lions (including the captain), Bill Shankly, and Alex Ferguson all as influences on your career. Pretty much impossible to fail when that's your start in the game!

[@drew2324]

There were other players that went through the same but failed.

[@ianprest3850]

Locved him at Leeds Went to every gamev❤

[@MichaelDevlin-ps9fd]

The Stretford End loved him. As did I.

[@christouvelos4897]

i love his honesty!

[@danielbrowne9089]

Gordon’s ‘quick word’ quip is always funny

[@johnbond3193]

Absolute Scottish legend and phenomenal player. He was picked to play in a team of best players of the world cup in 86. I am unsure if any other Scottish players have earned that accolade. On his day he was truly world class. He was shorter than most but ran more distance than almost any player on the park. He should have had longer as Scottish Manager. Enjoy your retirement Sir.

[@somisak]

Strachan is a leeds united legend...

[@bensmiling]

My favourite Saints manager. Made us hard to beat.

[@madforit2]

Consistently one of the best speakers on football. Always nice to hear from Gordon. Should be hired as a pundit more too, always has excellent insight

[@robinmcewen3286]

He was cancelled by Sky and dropped by all the other media platforms as a pundit for comments he made about Adam Johnson. That's why you don't see much of him. He can be insightful when he wants. But he was condescending, rude and facetious to most interviewers when he managed. So it's hardly surprising there is little appetite to allow him back, unlike other pundits that have suffered for their remarks.

[@MR.What1234-v7v]

​@@robinmcewen3286spot on

[@broken1394]

Fabulous footie interview. 👍

[@andrew-id9ls]

Won the league in Scotland with Celtic a few times with a very average side He was able to get the best out of limited players

[@andyhello23]

A different breed George graham did same at arsenal before he was sacked. At leeds he certainly got to lead and they won the league. Boy, elland road in those years was a hard place to goto and play.

[@desobrien6136]

He was a brilliant player, the 80s United team was electric. He was a decent manager and always had a sense of humour.

[@tonydunn3559]

Remember watching Gordon play for Aberdeen, straight away i thought United must sign this player ,brilliant for United ,and rejuvenated at Leeds.

[@andrewdinatale8207]

😂😂😂😂

[@CK-dd7eq]

Class 🍀

[@dawncolley8567]

Leeds United legend 💛💙💛

[@paulclarke4776]

Loved wee Gordon Strachan... What is interesting is how many Aberdeen players who were managed by Alex Ferguson then want on to management??!!

[@daddykornflakes]

Cooper, Black, McLeish, McGhee, even Miller for a short time.

[@alanphysio]

Big Ron playing the piano like Liberace 🤣🤣

[@sbc1t]

Fantastic interview with great stories

[@rossturnbull8047]

brilliant show!!

[@gerardmcbryde3156]

Enjoyed this blether with GS Celtic fan here

[@pauldocherty403]

Strachan has great football history, no one knows fergies early managment life better, plus jock stein,Souness ,Cantona ,Big Ron, Wilkinson ,Vinnie Jones, Bryan Robson to name a few

[@ollybird4855]

Watched him play for mufc many times... Even Aberdeen vs Celtic... Those were the days

[@garymacdonald7165]

I remember,in the late 70s "Shoot" magazine gave us an album for football stickers and the one with Strachan at Dundee (unshaven,scabby hair etc) nearly gave me a heart-attack,aged 13! 😂 (Gordon will remember that classic) Also we'll done Jeff for getting an MBE,you deserve it!

[@popatyourecords]

Saw him and Jinky play Dundee

[@YerDa67]

Must have been great!

[@elportogrande]

Me too!

[@Patrick-p8z1m]

Glen Daly live at the Ashfield club

[@duncanfraser1466]

Alex ferguson was just the as every other man/dad in govan angry all the time lol

[@alanadair4893]

My dad was a very calm man fragoven ❤️

[@jonhobson3592]

Great IV with good stories 😊

[@jimmorrison8203]

Gordon Strachan: Great footballer, Good Manager, Poor Mathematician.

[@realtalk8665]

Need some timestamps on these videos

[@gazzaboy2531977]

Have to say in my top best 10 Scottish players ever.

[@gaddafis566]

Top class 😂😂

[@BB-ju8bo]

Love it

[@jtothecc2421]

Have you a quick word Grodon.................velocity, walks away. Classic.

[@RobertLund-d7d]

Actually Sir Matt was the opposite. No anger. But he achieved the same outcome. He dominated players by killing with kindness. Made everybody love him !

[@jc-16.]

Best but hardest way to manage.

[@garymackie5608]

Sir matt was from ayrshire no govan

[@RobertLund-d7d]

Never said he was from govan. He was a scot.

[@garymackie5608]

@@RobertLund-d7d never said you did but if you were from Scotland you would no there's a different temperament in mind set from a Govan boy and a ayrshire wan

[@iaincathro3373]

The reporter asks "can I get a quick word" Velocity Strachan responds, and walks off.....his treatment as Scotland manager from the SFA was an utter disgrace

[@kingbeastie]

Strachan was very much needed and welcome when he took charge of Scotland, particularly after the spectacular mess Levein made of the job. However by the end he was very frustrating for many fans, he'd be picking guys who are playing 8 or 10 minutes per week for the likes of Preston, Derby, Blackburn, Watford, etc. No disrespect meant to those teams at all, but Strachan deemed it a higher standard than the Scottish top flight and while that might be correct he was picking players who were never playing a full game. Steve Clarke selected guys like Stephen O'Donnell, for example, as that was the best option available at that time in certain positions, he drafted in Andrew Considine to cover for 3 games. These guys (and there were more as well) did not let Scotland down and deserved their caps, unfortunately Strachan would put the club or league the player played in ahead of the player themselves and what they could bring. I think he would have got further if he wasn't so stuborn and by the end a little arrogant too.

[@alaskanmalamute101]

43:00 probably another reason Fergie wanted the youth kids in cos he could mold them how he wants rather than established stars

[@JD-fm6ur]

I’m so glad Jeff Stelling left Sky Sports and went independent. They couldn’t lace the mans shoes.

[@somisak]

2nd in a look a like comp as himself 😂

[@Whatever10000]

Why wasn't that entire Aberdeen team used for the national team? All Scottish with the oldest players only 27.

[@paulbrodie6085]

Sadly Gordon never played for the Hibees

[@joshbrown3439]

Stratham did a great job at Southampton

[@warrengomez67]

Would’ve been scared to play under Ferguson 😂

[@joecarson3379]

Gordan took celtic to the group stages of CL. Martin O Neill never did that.

[@alanscott6836]

Great interview. Jeff lets the wee fella talk. Pin yer ears back.

[@craigjohnstone3855]

Very underestimated player

[@StuartPicton-iv4dd]

Shame England’s football and cricket coaches don’t take note - save the golf for out of season!

[@pmuggerud]

Well, THIS has gone and now the pretenders do not give a shit……

[@jeffreyroberts7438]

The days when football and sport in general had characters! Not like the dull ass media trained automatons we see now!

[@thechipman2473]

1000th Like

[@alistair_rhodes7]

MORNING GORDON

[@eric144144]

Great interview. Strachan has cut back on the comedy a bit. SAF took St Mirren to an industrial tribunal despite having agreed to go to Aberdeen and being a nasty thug to employees. It was mind boggling arrogance and stupidity. He lost every single complaint. He thought he could bully everyone.

[@donaldmackillop6736]

Strachan, gobby wee man who could play a bit...nothing more..

[@CarlosFandango-do7nm]

Shame. The stuttering got ber ber ber ber boring.