Martin O’Neill: Brian Clough, Working with Roy Keane & Management | Stick to Football EP 64

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet! In this special episode, we’re joined by legendary former manager and player Martin O’Neill, alongside our lineup: Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Ian Wright, and Jill Scott.

Get ready for an episode packed with football insights, hilarious anecdotes, and a few surprises. Martin shares stories from his remarkable career, including managing Celtic, Aston Villa, and the Republic of Ireland, where he worked closely with Roy Keane as his assistant. Expect sharp banter and behind-the-scenes tales from their time on the sidelines together—because with Martin and Roy, there’s never a dull moment.

The conversation takes a nostalgic turn as Martin recounts his encounters with Sir Alex Ferguson, offering fascinating insights into one of football’s greatest minds. There’s also plenty of banter about their days on the golf course, where egos, competition, and a few wayward shots led to some truly hilarious moments.

From legendary lessons under Brian Clough to fiery debates on modern football topics like VAR, this episode is a goldmine for die-hard fans and casual viewers alike. Packed with laughs, wisdom, and candid moments, it’s one you won’t want to miss.

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00:00 – Behind the Scenes and were Manchester United favoured by referees?
05:58 – Promo
06:44 – Brian Clough and Martin O’Neill’s manager/player relationship
13:05 – Playing under Brian Clough and his strong character
24:01 – Nottingham Forest’s achievements under Brian Clough 
26:00 – Nottingham Forest’s team as Division One Champions 
36:08 – John Robertson’s impact at Forest 
36:42 – Martin O’Neill’s managerial influences
39:38 – 2010 League Cup Final: Aston Villa v Manchester United 
42:20 – Martin O’Neill’s Aston Villa squad
43:52 – Martin O’Neill’s time as Celtic manager 
49:20 – How Martin O’Neill managed players 
52:23 – Roy Keane as Martin’s Assistant Manager at the Republic of Ireland
57:10 – Roy Keane’s role as Assistant Manager 
01:01:30 – Martin and Roy’s final years at The Republic of Ireland
01:04:18 – Martin O’Neill’s short spell at Nottingham Forest 
01:08:14 – Roy Keane’s golfing story
01:12:50 – Martin O’Neill Community Questions 

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