Charlie Adam's Ultimate XI | Luis Suarez & Jamie Carragher used to kick LUMPS out of each other!!!

Former Reading head of football operations Mark Bowen is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football.Mark Bowen sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from the HUGE Europa League final to how close Manchester City were to signing Lionel Messi?Mark and Sam talk about the recent FA Cup final, Dean Henderson's impressive performance, why it wasn't a shock that Crystal Palace won and the brilliance of their recent recruitment.The two then discuss why most teams should be chasing Jean-Philippe Mateta this summer, how good can Michael Olise be and why Manchester United have a massive rebuild on their hands.They then both chat about the pressure on Mikel Arteta to win silverware next season, what does the future hold for Kevin De Bruyne and just how close did Manchester City actually come to signing Lionel Messi and Gianluigi Buffon?The duo then discuss the upcoming Europa League final, who they think will lift the trophy as well as give us their combined Manchester United and Tottenham XI.Finally they end the podcast with quick fire questions including their favourite memories of Goodison Park, working with Craig Bellamy and will Charlie Savage be better than his dad Robbie?

Natalie and Sam sit down and discuss all things football from the upcoming FA Cup final to Big Sam's Big Awards in this latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football.Natalie and Sam talk about Nottingham Forest's owner entering the pitch to confront Nuno Espirito Santo and why they're having a fantastic season regardless of their recent dip in form.The two then discuss the race for the Champions League places with Arsenal & Newcastle all but confirmed for next season with the final two places up for grabs between Chelsea, Aston Villa & Nottingham Forest.They then both chat in depth about the upcoming FA Cup final between Manchester City & Crystal Palace, Big Sam reacts to the Liverpool fans booing Trent Alexander Arnold and why the Europa League final between Manchester United & Tottenham is so big.Finally they end the podcast with Big Sam's Big Awards where they discuss categories such as Player Of The Season, Underwhelming Player Of The Season, Over & Underachievers as well as their Stand Out Moment Of The Season!

Former Blackpool, Leeds, Huddersfield, Preston, Sunderland, Bradford, Fleetwood, Bengaluru and Lalitpur City manager Simon Grayson is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football.Simon Grayson sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from Leeds' incredible title winning season to his time manager out in Napal.Simon and Sam talk about his recent experience managing in both India and Nepal and what challenges he had to face with regards to signing players, the fan culture and playing surfaces.The two then discuss Leeds United's incredible Championship season, which players they need to keep hold of in the summer, the plans to redevelop Elland Road and what is a realistic plan for the next 5 years for the club?They then both chat in depth about some of Simon's old clubs including Preston North End and they're worrying end to the season, whether Leicester City will replace Ruud van Nistelrooy and does Ollie Watkins' future lie away from Aston Villa?The duo then discuss Trent Alexander-Arnold announcing his departure from Liverpool, the job Arne Slot has done at the club and why Jamie Carragher is harsh to criticise the Liverpool right back.Finally they end the podcast with quick fire questions including who wins the Championship play-offs, which newly relegated team will perform the best next season and who needs to win the Europa League more?

Neil Warnock sits down with Sam Allardyce & Natalie Pike to discuss the players who make his Ultimate XI!How would Neil's prime Ultimate XI perform in the current Premier League and do you agree with his selection?

Current Blackburn Rovers head of football operations Rudy Gestede is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football.Rudy Gestede sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things Blackburn from his appointment as head of football operations to what are the future aims for the club.Rudy and Sam talk about the reason why John Eustace shocked everyone with his decision to swap a play-off based Blackburn Rovers for relegation fighting Derby County and did Rudy's relationship with John play a factor?The two then discuss the recent appointment of Valerien Ismael, his adaptability as a head coach and if there was any truth in the rumours linking Wayne Rooney with the club.They then both chat in depth about Venky's tenure as owners of Blackburn Rovers, Rudy's relationship with the owners and if they have given any indication on their future at all.The duo then discuss where the money from player sales has gone and why only a small amount has been reinvested back into the playing squad, as well as the situation surrounding a number of Blackburn players out of contract in the summer and what the Summer transfer window is going to look like.Finally they end the podcast with what the long term aims are for the football club as well as the immediate aims for next season.

Former Bolton, Liverpool, Southampton, England, Crystal Palace, Everton & West Brom coach Sammy Lee is our next returning special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football.Sammy Lee sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from his relationship as Sam's right hand man to why Mo Salah is one of the greatest players in the history of Liverpool.Sammy and Sam talk about why jury duty prevented Sammy from joining Sam at Leeds United, the importance of having trust between manager and assistant manager as well as who was good cop and who was bad cop.The two then discuss Newcastle United's season, Manchester United's ongoing goalkeeper issues and why the red devils have struggled with consistency this season.They then both chat in depth about Liverpool resigning Mo Salah and soon to be Virgil van Dijk, why it's disappointing that Trent Alexander-Arnold is leaving on a free transfer as well as where Mo Salah ranks in the greatest ever Liverpool players.The duo then give their thoughts on the latest round of Champions League action including an incredible Arsenal performance, why PSG look like a serious team now they've ditched their galacticos model and if Aston Villa stand any chance of overturning their first leg defeat.Finally they end the podcast answering listener questions including will Ange leave Tottenham if they exist the Europa League and will we ever see Sam & Sammy back in the dugout together?

George Boateng sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from his playing days in the Premier League to making those first steps towards becoming a manager.George and Sam talk about getting into football management, football styles of play and why you need to be able to adapt to stay in the game long term.The two then discuss the Manchester Derby, Kevin De Bruyne announcing he's leaving Manchester City at the end of the season and they both give their reaction to the news that Southampton manager Ivan Juric has left the club following their relegation.They then both chat in depth about George's love for Aston Villa, Why Simon Jordan is wrong about Aston Villa being able to sign Marcus Rashford & their thoughts on Morgan Rogers ahead of their crucial Champions League clash with PSG.George then answers some questions from our listeners including how good can Coventry's Hadji Wright actually be, what infamous prank he played on Arsenal legend Ray Parlour and who he would support if Coventry met Middlesbrough in the Championship play-offs.Finally they end the podcast discussing THAT Phil Brown team talk on the pitch whilst at Hull City and what the players actually thought of it.

Former Motherwell, Preston, Derby & Nottingham Forest manager...Billy Davies is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football.Billy Davies sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from his time managing Derby & Nottingham Forest to why Leeds are starting to slip at bit in the Championship.Billy and Sam talk about their early days in football when their paths crossed as managers as well as what has Billy been up to since he left Nottingham Forest in 2014.The two then discuss in detail Billy's time at Derby County and why his immediate success at the club ultimately cost him his job.They then both chat in depth about Billy's decision to cross the divide and move to Derby's big rivals Nottingham Forest, Why their owner wanted Champions League football despite being in the Championship & THAT play-off defeat to Blackpool.Billy & Sam give their thoughts on if Leeds United should drop goalkeeper Illan Meslier after another error at the weekend as well as if the pressure is building on Ange at Tottenham.Finally they end the podcast answering 'Is it true?' questions from our listeners including could Sam & Billy team up in the dug out in the near future?

Bryan Robson sits down with Sam Allardyce & Natalie Pike to discuss the players who make his Manchester United Ultimate XI!How would Bryan's prime Ultimate XI perform against the current Manchester United team and do you agree with his selection?

Charlie Adam sits down with Sam Allardyce & Natalie Pike to discuss the players who make his Ultimate XI!How would Charlie's prime Ultimate XI perform in the current Premier League and do you agree with his selection?