Campbell's Footballs

Steven Mills is my latest guest on Campbell's Footballs. We'll chat about how he got into NI domestic football with Larne, Newry and Ballyclare as well as learn more about his relationship with Gary Haveron at Carrick Rangers and Glentoran. The jist of the show is learning more about Steven's involvement with NIFL so hope you enjoy what happens there. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

World Football Index writer Callum McFadden joins Grant for a bumper Campbell's Footballs episode. It's the final countdown to an enthralling NIFL Season. The Irish Cup will be between Cliftonville and Linfield. How did the Reds secure a magnificent win over high flying Larne. How did Jim Magilton's side get it done? Why did it not happen for the Inver Men? We turn to events at The Oval. Linfield exact revenge on Glentoran for December's hammering. How massive is Kyle McClean? Did Glentoran freeze in their "cup final"? Who will win the Irish Cup 2023/24? The Split is about to kick off with a lot of mouthwatering games and plenty on the line. Larne exact revenge on the Reds with a great win at Solitude. What did they do differently from the Irish Cup defeat? Are Tiernan Lynch's men favourites for back to back titles? Linfield aren't going away. Another gritty win for Healy's men but do they still have deficiencies that can be exploited? How massive has Ethan McGee been? We examine the split run in on both sides with the bottom half also discussed. Who will win the title? Secure 4th? Secure 7th? Go down? It's all discussed! This show is dedicated to Barry Gray as he battles with cancer and has had to step away as manager as Newry City for the time being. Barry, we all wish you a speedy recovery here on Campbell's Footballs. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

It's the Irish Cup Semi Finals with Cliftonville, Larne, Glentoran and Linfield going head to head in 2 mouthwatering semi finals. In this episode of the show, Grant chats to the sponsor of the Irish Cup, Clearer Water's Ross Lazaroo-Hood to discuss their involvement in the competition and get his thoughts on the two semi finals. In the second half of the show, BBC Sport NI journalist Mark Strange joins Grant to preview Glentoran v Linfield and Cliftonville v Larne in greater detail, highlighting key players on all four teams, providing a deep preview of both matches and giving their predictions on who will make the May showpiece at Windsor Park. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

These next couple of shows will be talking about fan engagement and experience of following football in Northern Ireland. For Part 2 Grant sits down with YouTube sensation Blair McNally to review the NIFL League Cup Final between Portadown and Linfield as well as discuss Blair's journey across a range of ROI and Scottish Clubs. Featuring a guest appearance from Aurora Borealis! Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Bringing the Atmosphere to YOU! 🫵🏻🏟️ Blair McNally on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@BlairMcNally Hi, I’m Blair McNally. Join me as I aim to find the ULTIMATE Match-Day Experience! If you like Travelling, Tours, Beer, Food or Football, THIS is the place to be! Strap in, as I travel across the world to show you footage from the stands like never before!...🔥

These next couple of shows will be talking about fan engagement and experience of following football in Northern Ireland. For Part 1, Grant sits down with ULNK CEO Simon Steele to talk about entrepreneurship, following football in NI, playing alongside Elliott Morris and Jamie Mulgrew plus much more. ULNK 📈Build & 💰Monetise Your Fan Base 🏆 Most Innovative Sports Fan Engagement App 2024 Award Winner Find Out How We Can Help Your Club ⬇️ulnk.co.uk Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

It's David Healy's Linfield who will be taking on Niall Currie's Portadown on Mothers Day Sunday at Windsor Park and who better to have on the show than a man who has been involved in some form at both clubs. Matthew Tipton, former manager at the Ports and player at the Blues, joins me to preview the 2024 Northern Irish League Cup Final. We examine both team's run to the final and assess where the final will be won or lost. We also give our predictions for the final too. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

This latest episode of the show is all about the current Premier Intermediate League leaders Limavady United and Paul Owens sits down with Grant to discuss the season so far as well as other Northern Irish League memories from his time at Coleraine. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

Gareth McCullough is a journalist and media enthusiast who has done a range of things across the footballing game in Northern Ireland. In this episode of the show, Grant sits down with Gareth to discuss his time following his beloved Newry City as well as how he got into journalism and media. There are plenty of fabulous stories including relationships with Darren Mullen and interviewing Petr Cech. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope

Northern Irish Football legend Gerry Flynn has had a remarkable career encompassing a host of clubs including Cliftonville, Coleraine and Hull City. On the show, he sits down to chat with Grant about his time in the game as well as discuss his latest ventures in the league with the 2023 champions Larne. Many greatc stories and memories are shared as Gerry lifts the lid on a distinguished career which is nowhere near done yet! Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope

Jamie Robinson has done a lot so far in his refereeing career so far. Officiating since the age of 13, he has had the opportunity to manage the Mid Ulster Cup and Co. Antrim Shield Finals. He has also stood next to Pep Guardiola on the touchline and does a lot outside of football with his flags-related businesses.# In this episode, Jamie speaks to Grant about his time refereeing so far and highlights plans for refereeing in Northern Ireland long term. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope

Ballymacash Rangers have been one of the stories of recent NI domestic football. On this special episode of the show, Grant sits down with manager Lee Forsythe to discuss their incredible rise so far and it's plans for the future. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope

In this second episode of the new series, Grant speaks to journalist Lewis Bennett about the Championship in Northern Ireland as an incredible second half of the season is set in store. Every club is discussed from Ards to Portadown as well as a discussion on an exciting Premiership Intermediate League title race also!! Music from Toby Johnson and Rory Hope

Happy New Year! After a hiatus, Campbell's Footballs is back for a new series and on this episode of the show, Grant is back with his old comrade Steven Crawford of the Belfast Live to discuss the 5th round of the Irish Cup for 2024. Can Crusaders kick off their defence with a win over Ards? Who could be in for a surprise? And who ultimately wins it? The views of the guys on the show plus a predictions discussion connected to the Irish Premiership as an intense second half of the season is on the cards. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

In September 2023, The Northern Irish Football League introduced it's strategy for the next five years up until 2028. In it contains information about protecting club's heritage, improving the professionalism of the league, restructuring competitions and much more. In this special episode of Campbell's Footballs, the CEO of NIFL Gerard Lawlor chats with Grant about the current landscape of football in NI before tackling the strategy and discussing the plans for the future. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope. Follow Campbell's Footballs on Twitter: @CamFootballs

The Ferguson name is synonymous with Northern Irish League Football. In this episode of the show, Grant sits down with Glenn "Spike" Ferguson and his son Matthew to discuss their playing careers in the Irish League. We discuss Glenn's playing days at Linfield and chat about comparisons and differences Matthew has had at Harland and Wolff Welders so far. We chat about many other talking points including support of managers and teammates, being involved in big matches and how the game has changed from the 1990s to today. With music from Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

Crusaders Football Club have an unbelievable love affair with the Irish Cup. In 2023, they successfully defended their trophy after a brilliant win over Ballymena United, a side they defeated in the same competition 12 months previously. On this episode of the show Paul Heatley chats with Grant to reminisce about the club's run to both cup successes. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

Levi Ives has had an unbelievable Irish League career. He's been a constantly regular for Cliftonville and has had League Cup and County Antrim Shield success. In this episode of the show, Grant sits down with Levi to discuss early days at Torquay, working with Gerard Lyttle and Paddy McLaughlin as well as playing alongside Marty Donnelly, Conor Devlin and Joe Gormley. We also discuss Larne and his visions for the 2023-24 Northern Irish season. With music from Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

David Cushley is an Irish League phenomenon. If he's not scoring 30 yard scorchers he's winning Cups, County Antrim Shields and League titles. In this episode of the show, I chat to David about his career so far which has spanned Ballymena United, Lisburn Distillery, Crusaders and his current spell at Carrick Rangers. We discuss working under Tommy Wright, Glenn Ferguson and Stephen Baxter as well as playing alongside Sean O'Neill and Colin Coates. Music by Toby Johnson and Rory Hope.

The 2022-23 season was an outstanding and historical one for Loughgall FC. In this episode of the show, Grant sits down with Berratt Turker, Caolan Loughran and Mark Carson to review the campaign and look ahead to a return to the Premiership for the 2023-24 season. Intro: 'Rumour of a Good Life' by Toby Johnson Outro: 'Dangerous Night' by Rory Hope

The 2022-23 season was an incredible one for Bangor FC. Not only did they win the Steel and Sons Cup for the fourth time in the club's history, they also won the Premiership Intermediate League to make a return to the Championship. In this first episode of a brand new series, Grant sits down with three of Bangor's heroes from the season - Seanna Foster, Reece Neale and Michael Halliday - to discuss the highs of an unbelievable season. Music: Intro - Toby Johnson ('Rumour of a Good Life') Outro - Rory Hope ('Dangerous Night') Instagram - statog91 Twitter - @CamFootballs