Les Ferdinand: The Demise of English Strikers & Sacking Managers | Stick to Football EP 24
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Published 2024-03-26
Joined by former England team-mates Gary Neville and Ian Wright alongside Jill Scott and Roy Keane, ‘Sir Les’ kicks off the show talking about the competition for a starting spot in England’s stacked frontline in the 1990’s.
Despite being called up to Euro 96 and the World Cup in 1998, Les didn’t play a single minute and reveals which one incident meant he never made an appearance at a major tournament.
A legend for QPR, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur in his playing days with 149 Premier League goals, Les talks about his time as Spurs coach where he worked with record England goal scorer Harry Kane.
The former QPR man also talks about his role as Sporting Director at the R’s and why he left the club after eight years in June 2023.
Lastly Gary doesn’t let Les away without discussing the 1995/96 season that seen Manchester United pip Newcastle United to the Premier League title.
If you liked the episode don't forget to let us know in the comments and if you want to listen only you can catch Stick to Football on all major podcast platforms.
Chaptering
00:00 Promo
00:45 Behind the Scenes
05:50 Introduction
06:14 1990’s England strikers
19:24 England caps quiz
28:39 Harry Kane
41:32 Role of a sporting director
56:52 Why Les left QPR
01:20:39 Post match scenes
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All Comments (21)
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Football needs more Les Ferdinands, common sense, humility, intelligent and eloquent. Fantastic podcast.
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ian wright barely said anything in this episode, listening and hanging on every one of Les' stories.. shows how much respect he has for Les being a director of football... this is why its important.
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Absolutely superb 1 hour and 20 mins. Not too much interrupting, just allowing Les to speak at his own pace, a few laughs and some insightful discussion. Great show everyone 👍
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This is one of, if not, the best episode so far. Sir Les is everything you hope he'd be - insightful, intelligent, fair - what a gentleman, what an interview.
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Ian Wright and Roy Keane need their own food n travel show. It will be a goldmine 😂
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Did not expect this one to become one of my most favorite Stick-to-Football episode. Excellent and honest.
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He was only with us at Newcastle for a couple of years and he's a legend up here.. 50 goals in 84 games.. was my favourite toon player growing up in the mid 90s, powerhouse in the air,, what an era for football
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One of the best episodes of theirs in my opinion. Ferdinand is such an engaging individual, so easy to listen to
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Another great chat in a really friendly and fun environment. Les Ferdinand is a true gentleman.
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Sir Les. Unbelievable striker.
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I never usually comment on these, but I'm moved to this time... The discussions with Les Ferdinand gave me such an insight into football that I haven't experienced before, and I'm 63. Great episode, this one. Kudos! COYS
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Sir Les of Ferdinand, what an amazing player. The goal he scored against Man Utd at Loftus road in 94 - an exocet missile!
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Jamie missing two weeks in a row. He's taking the Liverpool loss HARD😂
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Love all the shots of Roy sneaking in a mini roll 😂
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Les you are a QPR legend, always will be. My idol growing up. Thanks for coming back and doing your best for the club again
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I never knew much about Les Ferdinand unfortunately but after watching this, what an amazing person. Comes across so well and tons of experience. Could listen to his stories all day. Excellent episode
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What a gentleman Les is. forgot what a genuine character he is. Great show all. That insight about how difficult it is to discipline players today shows how whats wrong with a lot not all of modern footballers. Too much power
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Huge respect for Les . Proper bloke , well spoken and great footballer.. good luck in the future
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This has to be one of the most fascinating episodes yet and Les is a top bloke. Great insight.
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One of the most insightful interviews I’ve watched offering some light on the realities of running a football club and dealing with the many and diverse challenges that entails. Superb and big thanks to Les.
