Sacked in the Morning
From transfer windows to formations, from man-management to getting the sack. Craig Levein and Amy Irons explore what it takes to survive as a football manager.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 42 minutes
- Episodes
- 100
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Martin Tyler - "...and it's LIVE!"
From “Aguerooooo!” to “And it’s live!”, Martin Tyler joins Craig and Amy for a deep dive into the life behind the voice that defined the Premier League. In this episode, the legendary commentator ope…
Stiliyan Petrov - Celtic and Villa Legend
From battling for midfield dominance to battling for his life, Stiliyan Petrov joins Craig and Amy for a powerful episode of Sacked in the Morning. The Celtic and Aston Villa legend opens up about hi…
Pasquale Bruno - From Juventus to Cowdenbeath
Cult hero, enforcer, and all-round warrior Pasquale Bruno joins Craig and Amy for a fiery episode of Sacked in the Morning. From clashing with Maradona and Van Basten in Serie A to being nicknamed “T…
Jon Parkin - CULT HERO!
Cult hero, podcaster, and all-round maverick Jon Parkin joins Craig and Amy for a brilliantly chaotic episode of Sacked in the Morning. From crashing golf buggies before a friendly against Real Madri…
Philippe Clement - Rangers and Me
Just months after leaving Rangers, Philippe Clément joins Craig and Amy for an honest and timely episode of Sacked in the Morning. In an in-depth interview Philippe reflects on the whirlwind of his t…
Julian Dicks - THE TERMINATOR
Julian Dicks - West Ham legend, former Liverpool defender, and self-proclaimed non-league gaffer, joins Craig and Amy for a no-nonsense episode of Sacked in the Morning. From being told he’d never pl…
Jamie Hutchinson - Virtual Touchline Legend
Just how close is Football Manager the game to being a Football manager in real-life?
Comedian, podcaster, and self-proclaimed “virtual touchline legend” Jamie Hutchinson joins Craig and Amy for a bri…
The Unbelievable Si Ferry
Football coach, podcaster, and all-round storyteller Si Ferry joins Craig and Amy for one of the funniest episodes of Sacked in the Morning yet. From toilet trouble mid-match to getting called a “lit…
Groupchat
Craig Levein and Amy Irons are back with listener emails, messages for Craig, and a brand-new way for you to get in touch with the show… which can only mean one thing: Craig’s got some fresh scriptin…
Viv Anderson on Clough, Sir Bobby and Sir Alex
Double European Cup winner Viv Anderson sits down with Craig and Amy to relive an extraordinary career spent under some of football’s most iconic managers. From breaking through under the legendary B…
Andy Cole on Sir Alex, United, and a Life in Football
Premier League legend Andy Cole joins Craig and Amy for a candid look back at his incredible career. From banging in goals under Kevin Keegan’s swashbuckling Newcastle side to the moment he realised …
Alastair Campbell - Diego and Me!
Ever heard the story about how Alastair Campbell found himself playing football with Diego Maradona?
In a fantastic episode, former Downing Street Press Secretary and top podcaster himself Alastair Ca…
Dean Saunders with the Worst Injury Story Ever!
**CONTAINS INJURY DETAIL**
Former Liverpool striker Dean Saunders joins Craig Levein and Amy Irons for a riotous journey through his career. Get ready for the worst injury he has EVER witnessed and we…
It's been a while...
After more than 6 months away Craig Levein and Amy Irons are back to reveal when the podcast is returning and just why they've been away so long. A story that involves a trip to A&E, a nativity play …
Alan Stubbs on celebrations
Former Celtic and Everton defender Alan Stubbs on celebrations, making mistakes and Martin O’Neill.
Tony Cottee on team spirit
West Ham, Leicester and England striker Tony Cottee on team spirit, motivation and playing against his window cleaner.
Ray Houghton on a little bit of luck
Liverpool and Republic of Ireland midfielder Ray Houghton on luck, Jack Charlton and jogging in the sauna.
Alan Rough on three World Cups
Legendary goalkeeper Alan Rough on World Cups, wages and Ben Doak.
Alex Horne on non-league football
Taskmaster Alex Horne on promotion, job swaps and the joys of non-league football.
Lee Dixon on imposter syndrome
Arsenal legend Lee Dixon talks imposter syndrome, fighting Dennis Bergkamp and Arsene Wenger's new windows.