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Owen Hargreaves: Bayern’s BRUTAL Dressing Room - “I Didn’t Celebrate Winning The Champions League At 20.”
This week on That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids welcome Owen Hargreaves — former England international, Champions League winner with both Bayern Munich and Manchester United, and one of the few players to represent England after developing abroad.Known for his versatility and tireless midfield work, Owen opens up about growing up in Canada, life at Bayern, sharing a dressing room with Cristiano Ronaldo, Beckham, Scholes, and Gerrard, and the brutal realities of top-flight football. The lads dig into forgotten legacies, dressing room cliques, and Champions League glory, while Owen reflects on injuries, criticism, and what it takes to compete with the very best.Expect candid stories from training bust-ups to iconic finals, plus the usual mix of laughs, tangents, and behind-the-scenes honesty only this pod delivers. Chumbawamba 00:00:00 – Opening banter: mascot forfeit, selfies, crossbar challenge at Farnham Town00:06:02 – Sidwell’s Indian restaurant photo wall spotted by fans00:11:28 – Predictions league table update (Crouch, Chris, Sids)00:13:35 – Crouch recalls being ruthlessly told he was leaving Tottenham00:17:12 – Owen’s teenage Golden Boot feats remembered00:19:19 – Sponsored segment: City vs United derby odds and predictions00:25:00 – Arsenal vs Forest preview and predictions00:27:04 – Everton vs Villa preview and predictions00:31:21 – Hargreaves enters – first meetings with Crouchy, Milk Cup memory00:38:04 – First trial in Germany, arriving at Bayern aged 1500:46:03 – Brutal Bayern training: bust-ups, tear-ups, winners only00:47:14 – Manager Ottmar Hitzfeld’s advice: “They must hate you to respect you”00:48:12 – Effenberg’s respect moment: “You’ll be my successor”00:55:22 – Playing with Beckham, Scholes, Gerrard, Lampard – the impossible midfield balance01:05:25 – Facing Zidane, Ronaldinho, and Brazil’s 2002 side01:10:32 – 2001 Champions League Final at 20 years old01:13:23 – Celebrations after winning Champions League (or lack of)01:18:28 – Beating Chelsea and Barcelona with Manchester United01:22:07 – Playing with Ronaldo: training habits and obsessive mindset01:25:42 – United dressing room: Rooney, Scholes, Giggs, Tevez01:30:15 – Ronaldo’s Ballon d’Or hunger – “he was obsessed with being the best”01:33:02 – Why Ronaldo left United for Madrid01:35:11 – Quickfire round: favourite stadiums, toughest opponents, best playersFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Graham Stack Tells His INSANE Stories, Footballer Boxing & Behind the Scenes Invincibles Bust-Ups!
On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris and Sid welcome former Arsenal goalkeeper Graham Stack, who enjoyed a wild career with clubs including Reading, Wolves, Hibs, Barnet, and Kerala Blasters. Known as much for his no-nonsense style as his shot-stopping, Stack lifts the lid on some of football’s most infamous behind-the-scenes moments, including what really happened in the dressing room during Arsenal’s 03/04 season.Stack reflects on the chaos and camaraderie of his playing days, including infamous training ground bust-ups, dressing-room scraps, and wild fan encounters abroad. He also reveals his latest venture—organising a one-of-a-kind boxing night where ex-footballers swap the pitch for the ring, raising funds for charities close to his heart such as the Willow Foundation. Expect Stack’s infamously outrageous stories, brutal honesty, and the kind of behind-the-scenes insight only a journeyman goalkeeper with tales from Arsenal’s Invincibles to non-league can deliver. Chumbawamba 00:00:00 – Opening banter: moths, holidays & random chaos00:09:52 – Alan Shearer vs. Crouchy on the golf course00:16:40 – The lads debate VAR decisions & refereeing standards00:24:18 – How player fines spiral out of control00:29:14 – Graham Stack joins the show00:30:00 – Stack explains his footballers’ boxing night idea00:34:55 – The charity causes behind the boxing event00:41:42 – Arsenal days: Invincibles training scraps & bust-ups00:46:08 – Thierry Henry vs. Lauren fight story00:49:15 – The “dark side” of Dennis Bergkamp00:50:32 – Crouchy’s worst fight ever told00:51:36 – Comparing modern goalkeepers to his era00:53:21 – Stack’s career journeys: from Arsenal to Barnet & beyond01:00:42 – Kerala Blasters: the madness of Indian football crowds01:09:55 – Lower-league realities: brutal scraps & survival mode01:17:38 – Crouchy recalls his nastiest on-pitch fight01:24:12 – Final reflections & push for Stack’s charity boxing nightTo book your table or sponsor a boxer, visit the Pro Project Promotions website today: https://www.proprojectpromotions.com/Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The WORST Away Ends in Football & Crouch’s Forfeit REVEALED!
On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids are all recording remotely – and it shows. With Chris juggling kids, a house move, and a wife in A&E after a freak avocado incident, the lads start with sincere apologies to our listeners. (Chris’ audio improves after the 6 minute mark!)From there, it’s classic chaos: Crouch’s dodgy pink headphones, festival stories, and the announcement of Pete’s a ridiculous forfeit…The football chat gets lively with breakdowns of Liverpool’s comeback against Newcastle, predictions for Arsenal vs Liverpool, and reflections on stadium atmospheres – from dodgy sound systems to legendary announcers. The lads also go deep on traditions, Bovril vs modern food trends, and the unspoken bonds between fans who see each other every week but never exchange names.Expect tangents on circular beds, waterbeds, half-time Coldplay gigs, and even hypothetical transfer “sliding doors” moments like Shearer at United or Gerrard at Chelsea.It’s loose, funny, chaotic – and feels like being back in the pub with your mates.Chumbawamba 00:00 – Lads open remotely, Chris apologises for chaos.00:01:36 – Chris reveals wife’s avocado accident and A&E trip.00:04:05 – Pete talks about hosting Alex James’ Big Feastival.00:07:16 – Forfeit revealed: mascot appearance at Farnham Town.00:12:07 – Liverpool’s dramatic late comeback against Newcastle.00:14:05 – Chat on Max Dalman’s debut and rising star potential.00:15:34 – Paddy Power predictions: Liverpool vs Arsenal debate.00:24:19 – Big shout: Burnley upset incoming?00:29:16 – Stadium acoustics and dodgy sound systems.00:34:14 – Fallen giants: Crouchy on quiet stadiums like Reading.00:36:10 – Pre-match hype: Chelsea’s “blue carpet” and DJ.00:39:15 – Worst away days: QPR’s cramped stands and pillars.00:45:10 – The underrated job of stadium announcers.00:55:12 – Mad idea: watching football from a stadium swimming pool.00:59:01 – Campaign to bring Bovril back for kids.01:03:27 – Fans who see each other weekly but never ask names.01:12:16 – Sliding doors: Shearer at United, Gerrard at Chelsea.01:16:25 – Chris’ new bed arrives mid-recording.01:22:03 – Throwback to chaotic, boozy Covid-era pods.Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How Opening Day Defeats can RUIN a Whole Season...
On this week’s bonus episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Chris, and Sids dive headfirst into the chaos and comedy of pre-season. From Oasis gigs in Dublin to dodgy roly-polys after a last-minute winner, the lads unpack the highs and lows of football’s return.Pete relives opening-day nightmares, bizarre pre-match routines, and superstitions about kits and boots, while Chris and Sids share the fan’s perspective on renewing season tickets, spotting familiar characters in the stands, and suffering the agony of “that one voice” in the crowd that cuts through everything.We also hear about disastrous goal celebrations, iconic supporters who deserve cult hero status, and whether football has gone too far with grip socks and fashionable penalties.It’s all pre-season nostalgia, outrageous stories, and plenty of laughs as the boys gear up for another season.Chumbawamba 00:00 – Pete’s return and Oasis in Dublin story00:06:17 – First impressions of Villa vs Newcastle opening-day clash00:07:42 – Brighton v Fulham result and Pete’s league bragging rights00:12:07 – Sunderland and Leeds back in the Premier League spotlight00:14:02 – Being alone vs family life balance00:17:12 – Hilarious story of sneaking over the gate00:21:42 – The speculation around players clapping fans and transfer rumours00:25:35 – Pete on West Ham’s struggles and survival battles00:29:23 – Big weekend preview: Man City vs Spurs00:42:29 – Pre-season discussion officially begins00:47:06 – Pete’s nightmare opening day at Stoke City00:49:03 – Getting battered at Stamford Bridge by Deco’s Chelsea00:52:11 – The fan who haunted Pete every week at Spurs00:55:15 – Season ticket traditions and football friendships01:03:22 – Stories of players injured during wild goal celebrations01:08:58 – Pete’s infamous failed roly-poly celebration unearthed01:18:05 – Rant on grip socks, referees, and fashionable penaltiesFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Luke Littler on Brush With Sir Alex, Fifa With Rooney & His Becoming WORLD CHAMPION at Just 18
Welcome back for this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast! We return from our summer break with a very special episode featuring reigning PDC World Champion Luke "The Nuke" Littler. At just 18 years old, Luke has taken the darts world by storm, rising from pub leagues to global stardom in record time.Pete, Chris, and Sids dive into Luke’s rapid journey, from his first throws as a kid to competing — and winning — on the biggest stages.Luke talks candidly about dealing with sudden fame, staying grounded with his mates, meeting sporting heroes like Sir Alex Ferguson and Wayne Rooney, and the surreal moment he took the World Championship trophy to Old Trafford.Plus, we hear about his love for KP nuts, his driving theory test nerves, and the mindset tricks that keep him calm at the oche. Expect big laughs, surprising confessions, and a few dartboard challenges thrown in for good measure.We also catch up on the latest transfers, our first week of predictions, and issue a brief reminder to Pete that he has an outstanding IOU on a forfeit…Oh it’s good to be back.Chumbawamba 00:00:00 – Back from summer break; lads catch up and talk about the new podcast format.00:04:16 – Sad news: Samira restaurant closes, with funny and nostalgic stories from visits.00:09:29 – Transfer gossip kicks off – Sunderland’s announcement video, player knowledge, and awkward intros.00:12:05 – Jack Grealish to Everton rumours and how the system could suit him.00:14:33 – Crystal Palace discussion: key players, Conference League drama, and unfair rulings.00:17:12 – Will Hughes shout-out and Conference League chances.00:18:06 – Predictions segment starts with Arsenal v Man United and Tucker’s 19 involvement.00:23:01 – Debate over managers coaching from opposite touchlines.00:26:21 – Tucker’s 19 predictions revealed for upcoming fixtures.00:28:05 – Villa v Newcastle preview and more predictions.00:34:21 – Brighton v Fulham predictions before Luke Littler joins.00:35:54 – Luke Littler arrives – warm welcome and first dart throws with the lads.00:37:26 – Luke on going from pub darts to global fame and dealing with attention.00:41:24 – How Luke copes with media, stays grounded, and avoids showing frustration.00:43:00 – Meeting sporting heroes – Rooney, Ferguson, and surreal fan moments.00:46:05 – Luke’s early days in darts, playing pub leagues from the age of 9.00:50:16 – Talking favourite legs, nine-darters, and the mental edge in competition.00:56:09 – Life on tour: food, travel, and the realities of the darts circuit.Check out Grass Gains: https://www.grassgains.co.uk/?srsltid=AfmBOopGnZTHnwjsjSubs2LKImqj5Zzrm2Dq5wUwqUQDbIZdF54tNgT2Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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