"I don’t recognise Manchester United anymore, there's no identity!" ⚽️ Peter Schmeichel | Up Front

This is Up Front with Simon Jordan. A show brought to you by William Hill that pulls no punches and tells it EXACTLY like it is. On today’s episode, we are joined by the Manchester United and Danish icon, Peter Schmeichel. Regarded by many as the greatest goalkeeper in Premier League history, Schmeichel was a leader in a dominant Manchester United side, winning the treble in 1999 as well as inspiring his native Denmark to a shock title at the European Championship in 1992. Join us as we delve into Schmeichel's incredible career, from his early days in Denmark to his time under Sir Alex Ferguson. We get the inside scoop on a dressing room filled with explosive characters like Eric Cantona and Roy Keane, whilst Peter gives his opinion on the signing of Andre Onana and the current state his old club find themselves in… #upfront #simonjordan #peterschmeichel Subscribe for future episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly. Warning: this episode contains language that some people may find offensive. Competition terms and conditions are available at the following link: https://wh.bet/UpFront100k 00:00 Win a behind-the-scenes trip to the Up Front studio 00:26 Introduction to Peter Schmeichel 01:26 Podcast begins 03:21 Peter’s background 09:28 Being a goalkeeper 14:48 Wanting to play for Man Utd 16:29 Goalkeeping 28:10 Joining Man Utd 33:06 Sir Alex Ferguson 41:29 Eric Cantona 51:30 Roy Keane 55:30 Andre Onana 01:05:34 Will Man Utd recover?

Why Liverpool legend Michael Owen signed for Man United 😬 #simonjordan #upfront

“You don't have to be THAT GOOD to be a Premier League player anymore” ⚽ Michael Owen | Up Front

This is Up Front with Simon Jordan. A show brought to you by William Hill that pulls no punches and tells it EXACTLY like it is. On today’s episode we are joined by one of only four Englishmen to win the Ballon d’Or. Michael Owen was a phenom who burst onto the scene with THAT goal against Argentina in the 1998 World Cup. He went on to score over 150 goals for Liverpool before becoming a ‘Galactico’ at Real Madrid. He returned to England in 2005, joining Newcastle United but his injuries had started to take their toll. He would go on to win a Premier League title at Liverpool’s hated rivals Manchester United before calling time on his career at Stoke City. Giving the inside scoop on his turbulent time at Newcastle United, challenging public perceptions of his character, and offering his thoughts on the current state of the Premier League, Michael joins the show to reflect on his career that featured brilliance and frustration in equal measure. Subscribe for future episodes and head to www.youtube.com/@UpFrontWithSimonJordan for full video episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly. Warning: this episode contains language that some people may find offensive. 00:00 Introduction to Michael Owen 00:59 Podcast starts 01:25 Owen’s ‘why’ 03:48 Mentality 08:04 Academies / Liverpool Academy 12:50 Joining Liverpool 14:37 England 16:12 Arrogance vs Confidence 19:54 Beckham ’98 red card 23:33 Glenn Hoddle 26:15 Ballon d’Or 30:36 Injuries 34:11 Real Madrid 42:04 Newcastle United 50:30 Relationship with Shearer 56:33 Joining Manchester United 59:37 Appreciation by Liverpool fans 01:01:45 Mic’d Up 01:06:24 Southgate & England

“See this is why Tyson Fury doesn’t like you!” 🥊 Derek Chisora | Up Front

On this week's episode, we sit down with a true force of nature in the world of boxing - Derek Chisora. From his meteoric rise as a British heavyweight contender, capturing the public's attention with his raw power and fearless attitude, to facing off against some of the sport's biggest names, Chisora has showcased his warrior spirit time and again. His battles against the likes of Vitali Klitschko, Dillian Whyte, and Oleksandr Usyk have earned him a spot in boxing history. The ever-unpredictable Derek has a bone to pick with Simon as he sits down to discuss his career, the 'fairness' of Simon's coverage and the state of the heavyweight division. Subscribe for future episodes, and head to http://www.youtube.com/@UpFrontWithSi... for full video episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly. Warning: this episode contains language that some people may find offensive. #simonjordan #boxing #derekchisora

'Eubank Jr will NEVER be a World Champion! He can't box!' 🥊 Billy Joe Saunders | Up Front

This is Up Front with Simon Jordan. A show brought to you by William Hill that pulls no punches and tells it EXACTLY like it is. On this week’s show we have a boxer who was borne out of a community, where we are often told that fighting is in the blood. Billy Joe Saunders is a two weight world champion, whose only career defeat came two-and-a-half years ago at the hands of Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez, in front of the biggest live boxing audience in the USA since Ali vs Spinks. Billy joins the show to announce his comeback, whilst giving us the inside scoop on a career that has featured success and controversy in equal measure. Like his good friend Tyson Fury, Billy is not afraid to speak his mind and he puts the middle and super-middleweight divisions on notice in this week’s episode of Up Front. Subscribe for future episodes and head to http://www.youtube.com/@UpFrontWithSimonJordan for full video episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly. Warning: this episode contains language that some people may find offensive.

"They ridiculed me, like Harry Maguire” ⚽ Steve Bruce | Up Front

This is Up Front with Simon Jordan. A show brought to you by William Hill that pulls no punches and tells it EXACTLY like it is. In this week’s episode we are joined by a three time Premier League winner and a defensive stalwart who captained a Manchester United team that kickstarted Sir Alex Ferguson’s dominance in English football. Steve Bruce has since managed over 1000 games across a 24 year period, even managing for Simon Jordan at Crystal Palace. He joins the show to open up on the difficult moments within his career, whilst also giving his thoughts on the state of play at his former clubs Newcastle and Manchester United. Subscribe for future episodes and head to www.youtube.com/@UpFrontWithSimonJordan for full video episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly. Warning: this episode contains language that some people may find offensive. #simonjordan #footballmanager #stevebruce 00:00 Introduction to Steve Bruce 00:59 Steve Bruce Podcast begins 03:17 Steve Bruce’s journey 09:40 Sir Alex Ferguson & Man Utd 17:36 England 20:52 Cantona 26:34 Man Utd managers post Sir Alex 28:21 Erik Ten Hag 31:10 Harry Maguire 38:36 Steve’s managerial career 49:11 Was Newcastle the ‘impossible job’? 01:00:48 Southgate

“I ignored VAR call to help fellow ref Anthony Taylor” ⚽ Mike Dean | Up Front

This is Up Front with Simon Jordan. A show brought to you by William Hill that pulls no punches and tells it EXACTLY like it is. Mike Dean is arguably the most recognisable Premier League referee there has ever been. The first to brandish 100 red cards, he is known for his eccentric approach, no look yellow cards, exaggerated step overs and banter with the players, there’s simply never been another match official like him. Mike joins the show to gives his most honest and open interview to date, discussing his 23-year-long refereeing career, his struggles with VAR, relationships with Premier League managers and much more. Expect brutal honesty, frank admissions and insight into why the new directives have been introduced at the start of the new season. Subscribe for future episodes and head to www.youtube.com/@UpFrontWithSimonJordan for full video episodes. 18+ please gamble responsibly. Warning: this episode contains language that some people may find offensive. This is Up Front, brought to you by William Hill. 18+ please gamble responsibly. #simonjordan #upfront #podcast 00:00 Introduction to Mike Dean 01:23 Mike Dean Podcast starts 02:03 Who wants to be a referee? 05:08 What’s the main character traits of a referee? 08:36 Has a manager has ever apologised? 12:17 Managers behaviour 18:48 Grassroots refereeing 22:19 Respect towards referees 24:14 How does the world perceive Mike Dean 26:55 “No-Look” yellow cards and step overs 30:17 Current referees 32:20 VAR 52:40 I was scared of VAR! 54:16 Hearing from referees 59:36 New directives for 2023 01:04:02 Mikes' proudest moment, his biggest disappointment and how would he like to be remembered?