“I’ll NEVER recover from losing the England job!’ ⚽ Sam Allardyce | Up Front

[@AsimKhan-oy1ei]

Simon Jordan does ask all the right questions however he spends more time talking than the guests.

[@maxwellgrimes3704]

It's funny because he accuses Piers Morgan of the same thing. Simon lacks self awareness

[@leeholden8658]

Big Sam in my eyes will always be remembered for what he did at Bolton Wanderers. What an absolute dream of a team he built,this coming from someone who has supported Man Utd since the 1976 FA Cup Final

[@neilmcdowall6773]

He is a great manager

[@Harte105]

He was a legend and still is at Bolton

[@bigcee3338]

one of few Simon interviews i havent liked just a bore unf

[@leeholden8658]

@daemontargaryen6757 Utd did loose that final (1-0) but Utd went back the following year to win the trophy against odds on favourites Liverpool 2-1 and ultimately stop them winning the treble.

[@kemperboyd16]

Hang on… you’re a Man Utd fan (since the 1976 cup final) and you’re acknowledging that a different team were good…?! But you’re a Man Utd fan. Since the 1976 cup final. To be fair, fair play, to be fair.

[@juvenilegolden]

Jordan please for the love of God, let people finish their sentences. Theyre opening up and youre chipping away at them.

[@thesoultwins72]

@juvenilegolden......Megamouth strikes again! Why people like Jordan I honestly don't know - everything he does is all about HIM! Utterly self-absorbed, condescending and patronising prick.

[@Allen-bz8xm]

Who didn’t love watching Bolton with Okacha, Ngotty and Ivan Campo? I remember being in a cab in London 20 years ago and the driver going on about how he loved watching Bolton, but he was an Arsenal fan. That Bolton team had world class players and they were never traditionally a big club.

[@brettpilkington9539]

He was like Wenger's nemesis, Arsenal always struggled against Bolton. I think he got a couple of results Vs Utd as well. They were an odd bunch of old legends and average joes but it worked

[@NellyGandhella]

Diouf aswel jaaskalienen and even eventually Anelka such a great team at the time

[@tomphillips2334]

Stelios, Hierro, Speed, Pedersen, Ben Haim

[@christopherpenny6083]

​@@tomphillips2334Pedersen 😂 he was a proper old fashioned battler

[@martynmcnulty782]

when I think of Big Sam I always think back to his time at Bolton Wanderers ! good times back then 😊

[@Timaldo8]

I know it’s the Simon Jordan show but he really needs to learn how to listen and let his guest speak, well done Sam for pushing through.

[@henrymooney4978]

They talk about Sam being a dinosaur but he was one of the first English Managers to embrace Sports Science there all using it now

[@ryanmanning1724]

They're.

[@Psykotiks]

​@@ryanmanning1724Ewww

[@christopherpenny6083]

I think that refers to his style of play

[@user-dk6jb6hq9t]

As a blackburn fan, big sam was great. You never thought you would go down. Hope he comes back one day

[@Timekeeper1200]

Far better manager than he ever gets credit for. Some of the sports science work he was doing behind the scenes at Bolton was way ahead of its time. His autobiography is well worth a read

[@leadtalker9162]

he's an absolute disgrace

[@alanmeals]

A lot of talk about managers that have won multiple titles etc but I think Sam Allardyce is one of the best managers of my generation, he's definitely up there for me. I Was gutted when we lost him for England.

[@markgamble127]

We didn’t lose him he threw it away

[@kdlofty]

I still say that was a set up. I think Gareth Southgate changed his mind after turning it down. I've no proof or evidence to support that, it's just an opinion.

[@NC-ck5oj]

One of the best managers of the generation? Are you high? Im not saying he's bad but he was nowhere near top class. He did well, thats it

[@alanmeals]

@@NC-ck5oj That's your opinion. Im sorry I upset you so much.

[@JG-us9lu]

​@@NC-ck5ojyes he was. well ahead of his time. He could as well as most with money.

[@eddygraham6057]

Really enjoyed the interview, I have fond memories of Sam at my club West Ham, he came in and did what he was good at, I think the premier league is worse off for not having him there, what I would like to see is him going in at wrexham and bringing his knowledge and experience to them.

[@Gfish79]

Brighton seem to be flavor of the month at the moment. Their data driven approach to transfers etc. You can call this guy a dinosaur but he was using stats years ago to dictate how he'd play games, set his teams up. Think it was the opta index back then...... Maybe he's dated now but that happens to all of us. Definitely a character...... Need more of them

[@JamesHussain82]

I worked at a place called ProZone in leeds in about 2002. Sam was the only manager uses it! We did every stat you could think of.

[@PazLeBon]

@@JamesHussain82 billy davis used it too :)

[@JSL2000]

29.00 - I absolutely agree that a player who gets through all the levels and plays first team professional football has achieved the equivalent of a Masters Degree. That's a great point. My work colleague has the same theory about rugby. That the game is so complicated to learn, those who go on to become elite were probably going to excel at whatever they did in life (if coached properly) whether it was construction, farming, finance or whatever.

[@TubbyBrewster11]

I really have to disagree. You can’t say with a straight face thatJack Grealish would achieve a masters in finance, politics or something ‘complicated’ for example.

[@JSL2000]

@@TubbyBrewster11 I actually think he would. Look at the split second decision making, the ability to "execute" a game plan that involved meticulous studying, and the huge amount of hours put into perfecting his craft right back to aged 8. That's the same as the 8 year old kid who studied non stop in school, got solid A Level results, did more exams in University, and then went into the world of finance, politics, or anything complicated where vital decision making and taking on huge responsibility with massive consequences is a constant. I guarantee you that if Grealish had put his mind to academic studies as an 8 year old, and graduated as a Barrister as an example, he would be top class as that's his intelligence and his mindset as he proves every week.

[@showtime207]

@@JSL2000behave

[@Gilly9244]

Sam you tired everything you could to keep us(Leeds) up, you just didn’t have the time or tool kit. Thank you Simon for putting Barndoor paddy to the sword. Not a more frustrating number9 I’ve watched live 😩 also thank you for always speaking so highly of Leeds as a club. MOT

[@MrTerryb1956]

Say what you want about Big Sam , I met him one night at Stoke Station . He took timeout to speak to me the mans a legend.

[@CB-xr1eg]

Did he tap you up for the train fare?😀

[@MrTerryb1956]

@@CB-xr1eg 🤣🤣🤣

[@Dontbeafoool]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 he’s a legend because he said hi back to you? Doesn’t take a lot to be a legend in your eyes 😂

[@MrTerryb1956]

@@Dontbeafoool I remember him playing for Bolton he was a brilliant defender

[@jordanedgeley6601]

​@@Dontbeafoool most people let fame or any kind of power corrupt them, people that don't deserve respect

[@markpalmer2128]

Great interview Simon. Big Sam is a Legend. Your respect for him as a person and his work is evident, this slightly less argumentative and aggressive questioning also provides great insight and content.

[@nickfenn]

Nice to hear from sam’s POV, seems like a down to earth guy. harry redknapp would be a great future guest

[@DidYaServe]

Big Sam is totally right about journos smearing his career. I’ve been listening to Guardian Football Weekly for years and lads who’ve never kicked a ball always take a mocking tone when Sam’s name comes up.

[@alistairsmith5389]

That’s The Guardian for you!!

[@Partoftheratpack]

Same with KZbinrs who do football shows - all clowns

[@garethrevell5873]

Big Sam is Sound. Old school type of fella. He's a decent enough Man. Just made a big mistake with the whole England fiasco thing. Should of known better but we Live and Learn and I'm sure it's 1 of his biggest regrets if not rhe biggest he has. But then again he can still claim the 100% win record for England 😂 These perceived managers like Dyche, Allardyce etc. Always get painted a certain way in media. I'd love to see what would happen if you gave them 2 full seasons at a top 6, top 4 club to see properly how they get on. As far as I can remember I don't think it's ever happened and that's a huge shame really.

[@CB-xr1eg]

@@Partoftheratpack That's like someone seeing your comment and assuming all people who comment are clowns like yourself.🤡

[@welshhibby]

Stop reading that rag the Guardian !!

[@AP-hr8cq]

Bolton Legend. great interview

[@martyndaly1539]

Keep them coming Simon. Love these interviews

[@welshhibby]

They are great conversations

[@JM-rm3lt]

Agree

[@charliearnold4706]

A very interesting interview. Bolton Wanderers were a great team, under Sam's leadership. I think Sam was talking sense, when he mentioned that he was more than happy, to take a job on a short term basis.

[@simoping]

Bravo! Thankyou Mr Jordan... as a Leeds fan I admit I hated (HATED!!) the prospect of Sam managing Leeds... but frankly he was the only choice and I applaud him. This interview was challenging and open and I have to say respect to Sam (and to Simon).. compelling conversation and shows you (I) shouldn't judge a book by its cover. As a northerner I can say that even Sam can come across as uncouth and brash.. and yet peel back the onion and there is intelligence, wit, humour and some regret in there... We all make mistakes in our lives and the England situation for sure I know Sam made mistakes.. but I see him from a different viewpoint now... and have taken some learning.. Thankyou both.

[@JamesLimb]

Only England Manager with 100% Win Record

[@kashty024]

You’ll never sing that

[@jrothweldo7]

🥱

[@williamanderson8932]

. .😮.😮.😮.

[@JG-us9lu]

​@@jrothweldo7yeah youre boring. On of the mob

[@markdavidson9743]

With 2 Scottish Parents

[@shaunstevens7464]

Sam is one of the best managers I have had. He plays a certain way depending on the opposition and his man management is spot on. Gutted he didn’t get a proper shot as England manager

[@sevans606]

Wine in a pint glass

[@Law-n-Lyrics]

Who did you play for pal?

[@shaunstevens7464]

@@Law-n-Lyrics I was at Notts County Uber Sam

[@shaunstevens7464]

@@Law-n-Lyrics under even - only 1 first team appearance unfortunately

[@kdlofty]

@@shaunstevens7464 You'll have played with Craig as well won't you?

[@jazzdub4958]

Above all his achievements and ups and downs in the professional game, he's a top bloke and all round nice guy. A Bolton Legend.

[@proanglingrecruitment]

As a Southern Bolton Fan I can't admire Big Sam enough. A fantastic manager who was way ahead of his time. You should have asked him about the time Sir Alex came to the Reebok to see what he was doing with technology and sport science. Thank you Big Sam and I hope to bump into you in Moraira some time and buy you dinner.

[@d3m3rl4y]

Great interview Simon. I agree with every point big Sam made . What a top bloke and top manager I've gained massive respect for him after watching this as I did the Tim Sherwood interview . Would love to see more football manager interviews its fascinating to see their way of thinking

[@paulmachin1198]

Brilliant. The best yet. Doesn’t suffer fools gladly. Big Sam for PM.

[@SSmith92547]

Sam’s football is still the best football I’ve seen in all my life watching Bolton, given the time & players he wants stabilising your team he shows how good of a manager he actually is

[@johnlawler6476]

Jay-Jay Okocha was always a joy to watch

[@sevans606]

​@@johnlawler6476So good they named him twice

[@davidbeardsley9394]

Well that's not really saying much is it when it's a shit club like Bolton

[@Timekeeper1200]

I never understood the criticism his tactics got. The long ball tag he was labelled with wasn't the full picture. The team had proper footballers like Djorkarff, Hierro, Campo, Stelios

[@SSmith92547]

@@Timekeeper1200 think he says it in the video. Top teams at the team was jealous & wanted an excuse as to why there team was beaten by an Sam Allardyce side so likes of Wenger etc claimed we was a long ball team, when we clearly wasn’t. Sam always played to a teams strength to make sure he could achieve the best possible result

[@ianmcdonald3053]

I see the views these interviews get and I looked at the subscriber count as I went to subscribe, blows my mind people aren’t subscribing and making sure they don’t miss an episode! I’m no Jordan fan boy but his interviewing skills and getting out of the guest the answers to the questions we all want to hear nevermind bringing the guest to a level of openness we never get to see on the likes of talksport. Simon is someone I admire for how he negotiates his opinions. There’s no back doors, no walking the dog, just straight forward talking, often against the mainstream narrative, I don’t agree with him that much but I certainly enjoy how he handles himself!

[@66kaisersoza]

When Big Sam was at Bolton he was seen as a big innovator i remember. It's funny how it changed for him towards the end.

[@duncan2858]

Jesus how much are you over thinking the name 'Big Sam'. He's big and his name's Sam. End of.

[@iangascoigne8231]

I have always wondered, is he Big?

[@chillgamer6909]

That’s blasphemy mate

[@masonyates2143]

Disagree. I think there’s a huuge lesson for everyone.

[@joelthorpe4170]

Half of the reason is that he had Sammy Lee as his assistant so to differentiate from the two big and little Sam were coined.

[@danielf4324]

100% right.....How's about don't bleach your hair bright blonde and wear purple suits and expect to not court attention 👍

[@Mart16g]

We simply didn’t realise how good it was at the time……thanks for the memories Sam ….Up the Trotters!!

[@austinpibworth172]

Really enjoyed this one. Some great questions and learned a lot more about SA. He’s so down to earth and just such a passionate football man. Great interview :)

[@funkymonkey65]

2 straight talking fellas, thanks for the job you did for us Sam, I really wanted you to stay on. from a palace fan

[@OGboxing...]

lol Sam straight talking??

[@TVsez]

Great listening to Simon talk... And talk... And talk...

[@ianmcgovern2373]

Just love ' Big Sam '.... Great interview this, deserves more coverage, because this is as real as it gets

[@pearcegreatesteverleftback03]

I know a guy who went to school with Big Sam and he said that Big Sam was just a Big Bully and everyone was glad went he joined Bolton’s academy🤣🤣

[@markfalshaw-gv9im]

As a Liverpool supporter and what Sam did with that team Bolton wow when they beat us at Anfeild they got a standing ovation from the whole ground so I do think he was a very capable manager and he was defo stitched up by England but what's new there so great interview and good luck to him

[@rogerwredford]

Would that be the Carling Cup match when Djorkaeff scored a penalty in the 89th minute or so?

[@raygrimes9203]

Grew up watching that Bolton side, Wenger hated them lol

[@garyward4763]

Would love to see Neil Warnock in the seat, good interview though, have always liked Sam.

[@CB-xr1eg]

You mean Colin Wanker (anag).

[@Graeme726]

His football. I watched him at Everton, where we went 4 games without a shot on target, FOUR. When we eventually did, it was Calvert Lewin against West Brom at home if i can recall, and the ground cheered as if it was a goal. That's his football.

[@meerere]

No matter about any fans or what they think of ant club big Sam will always be a legend in English football and no matter what style of play ppl know him for him alone well done big Sam for your time in English game 👏

[@richardholmes8027]

Great interview and very honest from both of them.

[@pearcegreatesteverleftback03]

Money will always rule over player’s careers, that will never change

[@norwichcanary695]

Enjoyed the reference to Mick Leach coaching at Chelsea. We were in the same class at school. Lovely lad. He died tragically young.

[@dmac17x]

Had the pleasure to attend many CPD events and training sessions watching Sam and I can honestly say, he is nothing like he is perceived by the media. I remember seeing him at Bolton and Pro Zone had literally been in the club about a fortnight. He spoke of what it will bring to the game once the data had all been input. As well as Bolton I saw Sam at Notts County, Newcastle, Blackburn, West Ham, Sunderland, Everton, WBA and Leeds and his sessions were anything but long balls into the channels though there is nothing wrong with that as that type of pass as it has to be played with quality. He was way ahead of the game off the pitch with things like sports science, S&C and nutrition. And on the pitch he didn't hide the fact that he played to a teams strengths which more often than not was direct, but why would you slow the game down when you can play forward quickly and create a goal scoring chance. His Q&A's afterwards were superb and like all good coaches he was happy to share his methods and thoughts. He's also a top top bloke who I feel the FA should have backed when he was their man, imo the FA missed a trick. Totally agree with the big man's thoughts around player education too.

[@KennyJ73]

Sam is an under appreciated talent, did a great job at Everton and be careful what you wish for.

[@CB-xr1eg]

Takes a lot of talent to play 6 defenders in a must win game.

[@jackblue4078]

Have you got mental health issues 😮

[@ryanmanning1724]

@@jackblue4078 Lolz.He must have.

[@paulodingle2142]

Loved his time at Sunderland he should never have left

[@joecurran2811]

He was going to walk out because Short wouldn't find the club anymore. England job was a convenient out for everyone.

[@millsy1861]

Big Sam what a legend, the only manager at Palace to get a tune out of Benteke 😂😂, to be fair to Sam we beat alot of the top sides under him, we became a club the top sides didn't fancy, unlike now we are cannon fodder to the top 6........

[@cianosullivan5852]

Great interview Simon have always liked Big Sam. He managed Limerick Fc here in the League of Ireland who now have just an academy sides in the League of Ireland. The new senior side is Treaty United which will play at the Markets Field where Sam would have managed. Sam is someone who I wish was given a chance at a bigger club. Would much of rathered him being United manager than moysie. What about getting Roy Keane on next?

[@dpwright1885]

Great interview. Enjoyed it so much I watched it twice. Keep up the good work Simon 👍

[@singerpour6946]

😂😂

[@lfcspectre4335]

Simon & Sam = Top LADS Proper Clobbers 💯 Facts Another great podcast interview by Jordanite on Up Front channel.

[@philbrainy2399]

SIMON SAM AND SPECTRE = TOP LADS PROPER CLOBBERS. SIMON JORDANS BARMY ARMY!

[@philbrainy2399]

IM SURE THESE 2 WEEKS OF JORDAN ON HOLIDAY HAVE BEEN THE LONGEST 2 WEEKS OF YOUR LIFE LIKE THEY HAVE MINE SPECTRE. I HAD TO LISTEN TO HEART NAUGHTIES FOR THE TIME SAM PRATTERFACE WAS ON THERE

[@jackmiller-johnston8689]

I'd have Sam back at Sunderland, in a heartbeat. In the Championship, I'd say he'd take the job if offered. Cracking interview

[@kiercronin1442]

I miss direct and aggressive football!

[@Timekeeper1200]

Dont forget he had some absolute ballers in his teams. It wasn't all about being direct. Djorkaeff and Okocha couldn't be further from that tag

[@kiercronin1442]

@@Timekeeper1200 agree ..... it was a really good balance of both

[@vzheyko]

Yea mate, I miss Big Sam & Tony Pulis type of managers. You know, certified EFL football.

[@AntGeezer]

Simon Jordan hosting the Sherwood Forest Podcast….. “How can I take you seriously when you refer to yourself as Little John??”

[@oliverwoodcock5307]

It was a complete travesty that happened with the England job. The FA acted disgracefully! I was absolutely delighted when you got the job and equally distraught when they took it away from you. A true working class hero 🙏🫡 Also well done to Simon for sticking up for Sam on that issue.

[@stevemcelmy9354]

Uh, he was caught on camera telling someone how to get round FA rules. What were they supposed to do?

[@alistairsmith5389]

@@stevemcelmy9354his agent dropped him right in it! If Sam was manager over the last 3 tournaments, particularly 2018 and 2021, we would have won at least one of those tournaments.

[@kdlofty]

@@stevemcelmy9354 I'm still convinced that was an F.A hit job on Sam.

[@CB-xr1eg]

@@alistairsmith5389 If he hadn't have done anything wrong his agent couldn't have dropped him in it.

[@davidbeardsley9394]

I think you'll find it was Allardyce who behaved disgracefully

[@davidwatkinson1226]

I loved watching Big Sam play for Bolton in the 70s, Incan still see how he flattened guys and when he went up for corners us fans would Rooooar! Haha....he would head it with such power there was no one like him. A real Bolton Wanderers legend. My dad loved him and met him once but it meant a lot, at one of those player of the year evenings, dads ashes at the ground and three of us with names outside BWFC. Yeah he has done lots, and screwed up lots but.....Forever people of Bolton love him. 😊

[@OGboxing...]

Constantly avoiding questions he doesn't want to answer. This guy's full of it.

[@PRCOM]

Great interview simon, iv always been a fan of big sam. What he has accomplished with really poor teams is remarkable. If leeds gave him more than 6wks they would still be in premiership. The FA were disgraceful the way they threw sam under the bus

[@adamwhitehead7604]

This channel just gets better and better and better

[@faraichando3792]

Big Sam makes a very valid point when he speaks about the education system not doing enough to support⚽football and young talent. A good success example is how American sports are intertwined with the educational system even if the young talent doesn't make it, they still have something to fall back on. This model has worked for everyone involved in American sports from players, colleges/universities, high schools, teams/clubs, sponsors, fans etc.. 🏈🏀⚾🎓

[@courtney4450]

Say what you want about Sam, he has always come across to me as one those of few good men that are left

[@markwatkins8309]

Nearly 10 mins on him not really answering the question (put 3 or 4 times) on how he felt about being called Big Sam. I usually watch all of these but its flatlined already for me. He certainly was innovative but can't seem to express that, concisely. I was actually pleased he got the England job.

[@lelionbleu6431]

Two characters in 1 interview, Ego,s written all over it , Simon loves the sound of his own voice, and Sam straight forward as ever,probably the best one yet.

[@adamgrimsley2900]

Low bar

[@Steve-yh8vr]

Absolutely love the Simon Jordan podcasts. My go to on my trips to work in Sydney from Wollongong, Australia. Can tease out the individual behind the person, brilliant listening.

[@michaelcrump6192]

FASCINATING . Two Intelligent Men Avin A PROPA CONFLAB . Thanks Fellas !!!!!

[@craiglittle1437]

I've always admired the fella, good personality and has kept some pretty dire sides in the Premier league when others couldn't. Also I remember the Bolton days well, ockocha and djorkieff were brilliant to watch on motd

[@PazLeBon]

lol they really were great for those seasons, a bit like Brighton at the moment

[@mister3566]

Hierro Anelka

[@craiglittle1437]

@mister3566 quite right that man

[@JG-us9lu]

​@@PazLeBonAnd your point is?

[@Lionsraws66]

Go and get checked out, Big Sam 🙏 . What a warrior of football management 👏.

[@garethmorgan7474]

Great interview with big Sam Simon, well done both

[@CB-xr1eg]

Yea we like big Sam Simon...whoever he is...

[@aja4191]

Sam is too much of a straight talker for England FA top brass where as GS speaks their language. Is top PR trained & FA love that.

[@steveuk1281]

Yet again a preconceived impression of someone can be flipped on its head by seeing them speaking outside of mainstream media. Decent guy! Great job SJ

[@mkkravist11]

Sam is right- if you don’t play like Pep’s team you will be sacked and mocked. And that goes through all the leagues. Directors think their league 2 side should play like Man City! Whatever you say about Sam, I like him because he’s real. A genuine person who has overcome some challenges. If you’re English and old school you know what I mean.

[@water2bank804]

Achieved nothing as a manager like many other english managers but what a character

[@TheElDoctoro24]

The greatest England manager we did have, no doubt in my eyes

[@IanHart-dr1mm]

Great at Bolton Wanderers both as Centre Half & later as Team Manager for 10 years at Top level in Premier League. Big Sam did a good job at Sunderland where previously he played. As Manager he kept Sunderland against all odds in English Premier League winning relegation battle with Geordie rivals Newcastle United (the mags) & Norwich City. Fans of the Black Cats were devastated when Sam Allardyce left to take England Job.

[@cbarclay99]

Sam left Bolton in 2007. Undoubtedly he did well there and at their best Bolton played good football and Allardyce was able to attract international talent and not just Simon Davies. It's a shame that Sam refuses to reflect on what has happened in the last 16 years. Undoubtedly he was unlucky at Newcastle and Blackburn. There was only one club where Keegan could have walked into the manager's job and that was Newcastle. The Venkys had an unreal view of where Blackburn should be. It was at West Ham where Sam's career derailed. The first two years were fine and he re-established the club in the middle of the Premier League. Instead of trying to push on, Allardyce chose to play dire safety-first football. His reputation was established there and subsequently he was offered 'Fireman Sam' jobs.. Sam also blames journalists and other managers. He never reflects how unpopular he was with the fans at many clubs, the people who paid the main part of his salary

[@cbarclay99]

@maxwellboyne2770 Fans watch more of their own team than any journo. They don't have to read a paper to know whether or not they were bored watching their own team.

[@davidfrancis4882]

was passing through bolton few weeks ago-- had a pint--they love him---integrity----how cud he not slag southgate off--pro

[@leboeuf05]

i really enjoyed sam at palace, and wanted him to stay on. he didnt have that new manager bounce, and took about 7-8 games to start picking up wins. but i liked the football he played, and what he got out of the players. also agree with him about tippy tappy football. absolutely detest it. id rather watch paint dry, than the likes of barca and spain.

[@Tom-ws2zx]

Missing you on talkSPORT Simon, won’t tune back in until you’re back next week 😊

[@paulstocker4527]

Same here. It’s dreadful without white and Jordan.

[@BigDome1]

make sure you pack his sandwiches and give him a kiss on the cheek before he leaves next time

[@MrMozzo]

What? Pennant, Agbonalahor and Jennings are top drawer mate.......😐😑😐

[@Bm90534]

Darragh mcanthonys been unbelievable though tbf

[@luke-ti3fu]

I would of loved big Sam at a major tournament for England. The passion would of been electric.

[@stretchystretch269]

I agree with Sam playing tippy tappy football is so boring to watch premier league being physical in mid 2000’s was the best

[@brummyboy6858]

The fact he got England job proved how we had lack candidates at that time and maybe still he will always be remembered for taking backhanders

[@krisclark739]

Who cares?

[@PazLeBon]

@@krisclark739 i guess it depends but it wasnt as cloak and dagger as it was portrayed and is kinda irrelevant to football idealogy itself

[@早瀬勉]

Being called Big Sam with a moniker as a dinasour, and being branded as a long ball merchant worked in his favour as some opposition teams probably expected to win easily, when in reality the football was not simply long ball, but actually really effective, which contiibuted to winning more games.

[@Mnbz1]

For goodness sake Simon… please stop finishing their sentences for them. Ask the question then LISTEN! It’s them we want to hear speak not you!

[@dannythirkill9098]

Bravo Simon, thoroughly enjoyed that, the in sight to the Leeds job was interesting sams a top guy grafter as he put it 👍🏻

[@jamiedodds2448]

Loved big Sam at sunderland was gutted when he left !!!

[@chrisjohnson2914]

I love big Sam and always wanted him to be England manager and the set up was disgusting... Good man good manager and one of the best

[@OfficialFingazMC]

Can't wait for this one!

[@PazLeBon]

Knowing how us Brits are we may well start to love the clubs that low block and baller it against the 'big clubs'. Look at Forest last season, that felt like a real throwback, both in atmosphere and backs to the wall stuff that eventually ground out results against the likes of arsenal, citeh, pool and chelsea. It was kinda romantic again

[@richardjennings3049]

Jordan needs to learn to count to 10 before opening his mouth while his guest is speaking. Some good insights from Sam.

[@rogerwredford]

He loves the sound of his own voice, unfortunately…. almost spoils what would otherwise be a great little KZbin channel.

[@MarcoSpeaksNadsat]

Any chance Jordan can stop finishing the sentences of the people he 'interviews'. It's continuous

[@damien1351]

He cuts through the nonthenth

[@mageeknailmahs669]

It's a very good channel you have here Simon, I like it.

[@MortenHjrnevik-ti6sg]

So enjoying this series ..fascinating characters and Simon active

[@andrewroberts4736]

Very interesting interview.

[@andrewbalderstone855]

"We are the only country that doesn't look after it's own.".....Wow BIG SAM spitting facts!!

[@leeod-h4c]

without doubt my ideal manager to play for!!!!! total set up regards England job

[@pauliewalnuts6285]

I can see the Ann summers label on the back on simons wig when turns around

[@rodwhitley3257]

Gotta love this guy

[@gordonirvine726]

I love Simon, but by god, what is his OBSESSION with the "Big Sam" thing? 😂