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The Tripe Supper: Coronavirus....what happens now for Boro and the Championship?

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 17:00:00 -0000

What happens next?
Championship football is suspended until at least April 3 due to the coronavirus crisis.
But what happens when the season resume? Will the season resume? Will games be played behind closed doors?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to discuss the big questions facing league bosses in the coming weeks.
Our writers discuss what the delay means for Boro. What will happen to the players out of contract in the summer? And what about loanees? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Picking the bones out of Boro's Leeds nightmare - and the crucial weeks ahead

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 16:00:00 -0000

Boro sunk to their heaviest defeat at Elland Road in more than 40 years on Saturday, going down 4-0 to Marcelo Bielsa's side.
Boro got off to the worst possible start against Leeds - and it didn't get much better.
The result leaves Boro just one place above the relegation zone and having won just once in their last 12 games.
Dominic Shaw and Philip Tallentire picked the bones out of the game as they travelled home from Elland Road on Saturday night, and they also looked at some crucial weeks ahead, on the pitch and off it.
Woodgate stressed the importance of January after the game - but how will Boro go about their business in the winter window? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Middlesbrough villains, Friend's options for the future & Hull preview

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 18:00:00 -0000

Christian Ziege has been reminiscing during the international break and Martin Braithwaite has been scoring for Denmark - which prompted us to have a chat about Boro villains on the podcast this week.
Gaston Ramirez may well get a mention.....
From villains to heroes, Dominic Shaw and Anthony Vickers also discuss George Friend on the back of our sit-down interview with the club captain during the break.
Finally, we look ahead to the visit of Hull City this weekend. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Woodgate's interviews & Boro's Assombalonga challenge

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 16:00:00 -0000

Another international break?!
Boro break for the third international stoppage of the season on the back of a 2-2 draw at QPR.
The performance was better but Boro are now nine games without a win.
Plenty has happened since our last podcast so there was lots for the lads to get stuck into on the latest Tripe Supper.
Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers talk the league position, Woodgate's insistence that the table is lying, the way the manager deals with the press and Boro's challenge to get the best out of Britt Assombalonga. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: What will Steve Gibson be thinking after disappointing start to the season?

Sat, 12 Oct 2019 13:00:00 -0000

What will Steve Gibson be thinking after Middlesbrough's disappointing start to the season?
Boro went into the break on the back of a dismal display at Birmingham, which came just a week after a shocker at home to Sheffield Wednesday.
But the chairman won't panic, says Anthony Vickers.
Vic joins Philip Tallentire and Dominic Shaw in our latest Boro podcast reflecting on the season so far and discussing whether Woodgate's side are facing a relegation battle this season. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: What's gone wrong for Woodgate's Boro in the last few weeks?

Sun, 06 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0000

What's gone wrong for Jonathan Woodgate's Boro in the last few weeks?
Things were looking up going into the last international break after an impressive display at Bristol City and Boro returned to action with a win over Reading.
But one point from a possible 12 in the four games since and three desperately disappointing performances have set alarm bells ringing.
Woodgate says Boro need to do the basics right and questioned the confidence of his side after Friday's defeat at Birmingham City.
On the way back from the Midlands, Dominic Shaw and Anthony Vickers picked the bones out of the game and the last few weeks, assessed what's going wrong for Boro and looked ahead to how Woodgate puts it right. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: A strange chapter in Middlesbrough's history

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 16:00:00 -0000

Garry Monk returns to the Riverside.
The former boss is back in the dugout on Teesside for the second time since leaving Boro in December of 2017.
Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire reflect on Monk's tenure in this week's Tripe Supper podcast.
Phil describes the time as a "strange chapter in the club's history" while Anthony assesses why Monk is set for a frosty reception from the home fans.
Was he the best candidate for the job when he was appointed? And was his sacking fair?
Monk has made a good start to life as Wednesday boss, with the Owls having avoided defeat in his first two league games in charge. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Keepers, Boro's best signing debate & Cardiff trip

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 15:00:00 -0000

Almost a week has passed since the win over Reading but replays of Darren Randolph's saves are still doing the rounds.
Plenty of praise has followed for the keeper - and a discussion about whether he's the best Boro signing of the last decade.
What do you reckon?
That's discussed on our latest Tripe Supper podcast, as is Boro's keepers of the past and how Randolph compares.
We also look ahead to this weekend's trip to Cardiff City in the Championship.
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Tripe Supper: Bristol City post-match pod - on Britt, the defence and August

Sun, 01 Sep 2019 17:00:00 -0000

One month down.
The curtain came down on the first month of the season for Boro with an entertaining 2-2 draw at Ashton Gate on Saturday.
For Jonathan Woodgate, there were plenty of positives to take from the game, including the return of Dael Fry and a superb display from Britt Assombalonga.
On the way back from Bristol, Dominic Shaw and Philip Tallentire recorded a Tripe Supper reflecting on the draw and the first month of the campaign. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: What is Jonathan Woodgate's first choice Boro defence?

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 16:30:00 -0000

Who gets the nod in Jonathan Woodgate's first choice Boro defence?
The manager has been forced into changes in his backline in the first few weeks of the season, with both Hayden Coulson and George Friend battling injuries.
He's alternated betweem Anfernee Dijksteel and Jonny Howson at right-back.
And at centre-half, he'll soon have Dael Fry ready and available.
So who will play?
And will it be a back four or will the head coach be tempted to tinker with the shape?
That's on the agenda for our latest Tripe Supper Boro podcast, as Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Transfer window analysis, Brentford frustrations and cup preview

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 17:00:00 -0000

There's barely been time to pause for breath since Boro's season kicked-off with a six-goal thriller Luton.
Last week saw the summer transfer window close with Middlesbrough landing some, but not all, of their targets.
Then, at the weekend, Jonathan Woodgate's men were unfortunate to lose in controversial circumstances to Brentford after a mesmerising first half and a slightly disappointing second 45 minutes.
And, coming up this week is a Carabao Cup tie against Crewe and a visit to pointless Blackburn that's already looking a crucial Championship fixture for both clubs. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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That's entertainment! Reaction and analysis after Luton opener

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 23:11:40 -0000

That's entertainment!
Boro and Luton played out a six goal thriller in a quite brilliant opening fixture of the Championship season.
Once the dust had settled and heartrates settled, Dominic Shaw and Anthony Vickers sat down to reflect on an enthralling 90 minutes at Kenilworth Road.
Our writers talk the positives, the things that 'got lost' on a dramatic night, Woodgate's pride and reaction and also touch on transfers ahead of next week's deadline. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper: Previewing Middlesbrough's 2019/20 season

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 18:00:00 -0000

The new season is here.
And so is a new Tripe.
In our latest podcast, Dominic Shaw and Philip Tallentire look ahead to the 2019/20 campaign.
We reflect on the summer and the pre-season games and talk transfers with a week of the window to go. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper: Answering your questions about manager situation & Boro future

Sat, 08 Jun 2019 17:00:00 -0000

Boro are expected to announce their new manager in the next seven days.
Chairman Steve Gibson has spent the last three weeks assessing his options and speaking to candidates as Boro look for a replacement for Tony Pulis.
With a decision expected soon, we asked fans for questions or subjects they wanted discussing in this week's Tripe Supper.
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The Tripe Supper: New manager's priorities, transfer strategy & could Braithwaite have a Boro future?

Thu, 30 May 2019 17:00:00 -0000

There's no new Middlesbrough manager in place yet, but when he is appointed what are his priorities at Rockliffe?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to discuss that very subject in this week's Tripe Supper Boro podcast.
We also look at Boro's transfer strategy this summer and what kind of players they'll be targeting.
On the subject of transfers, likely departures crop up - with the conversation turning to Martin Braithwaite.
What does the future hold for the Danish international? Is it possible that he could end up staying at Boro? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: What type of manager are Boro looking for - and who fits the bill?

Wed, 22 May 2019 17:45:00 -0000

What type of manager are Boro looking for? And who fits the bill?
In our latest Tripe Supper Boro podcast, Anthony Vickers says Steve Gibson wants a "radical change of mentality" at the club.
Gibson continues to assess his options as Boro look for a Tony Pulis replacement.
Jonathan Woodgate remains the favourite with the bookies, and he's discussed at length in this week's podcast.
Slavisa Jokanovic is also mentioned, as is a left-field name who isn't included in the odds at all.
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Tony Pulis's Middlesbrough tenure, his exit & what happens next

Sat, 18 May 2019 16:45:00 -0000

Tony Pulis has left the building.
The Welshman's exit was confirmed on Friday morning, with the club opting against extending his contract at the club.
His departure came as no surprise. In fact, it's felt inevitable for a little while.
After the dust had settled, Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers recorded a Tripe Supper podcast, reflecting on Pulis's time in charge, discussing his exit and turning their attention to what happens next. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Picking the bones out of Middlesbrough's disappointing season

Tue, 07 May 2019 17:00:00 -0000

The curtain has come down on a season that ended in disappointment for Middlesbrough.
Despite winning at Rotherham, Boro missed out on the top six and the club must now look ahead to a third successive season in the Championship.
On the back of the 46th and final fixture, our writers Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers looked back on the season and discussed what went wrong.
Tony Pulis's tenure and his mitigation is discussed at length. Despite the disappointment, our writers also look at the plus points to come out of the campaign. And attention inevitably turns to what happens next. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The battle for sixth and the bigger picture at Middlesbrough

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 16:15:00 -0000

How did we end up here?
How did Boro end up in this position in the final week of the season?
The battle for sixth place will go down to the final weekend but to stand a realistic chance Boro are relying on Swansea taking points off Derby in midweek.
In our latest Tripe Supper podcast, Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire.
Our writers assess the battle for sixth spot but also look at the bigger picture for the club. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Middlesbrough's 'huge opportunity', Tony Pulis's future & an 'intriguing couple of months'

Sun, 24 Mar 2019 06:00:00 -0000

The Tripe Supper returns!
In our first podcast of 2019 - sorry about the wait - we reflect on a disappointing week for Boro and look ahead to the crucial remaining games.
Then what? What does the future hold for Boro? And for Tony Pulis?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers, with the trio looking ahead to what Phil describes as an "intriguing couple of months".
The Championship play-off picture is discussed as well as some big decisions for Pulis and the mood of the fans. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper: 'The mood of the fans is a concern going into 2019'

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 18:00:00 -0000

We're approaching a crucial period of the season for Boro.
Tony Pulis's side are five games without a win with fans increasingly vocal in their frustrations with the approach and the lack of goals.
Boro have the chance to get back to winning ways with three successive games against Championship strugglers, but can Pulis get and keep the supporters on side?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers for our latest Tripe Supper podcast, reflecting on the recent struggle, 2018 as a whole and looking ahead to the January window and 2019. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Championship promotion picture, Braithwaite factors to consider & January loan decisions

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 17:06:20 -0000

With a couple of wins on the bounce, Boro head for Preston in fine fettle.
So as we approach the midway point of the Championship season, is the play-off picture starting to take shape?
That's discussed in our podcast this week.
Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers also take Martin Braithwaite, Britt Assombalonga and the January loan decisions facing Pulis For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: How will Middlesbrough approach the January transfer window?

Wed, 14 Nov 2018 16:49:21 -0000

January will soon be upon us.
So how will Boro approach the January window?
What type of players will they go for...and what are the chances of landing their targets?
And what about departures? Will anyone leave? And will they need replacing?
All of the above questions are discussed in our latest Tripe Supper Middlesbrough podcast, as Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Crystal Palace preview and the clamour for Wing & Tavernier

Tue, 30 Oct 2018 16:00:00 -0000

Boro welcome Crystal Palace to the Riverside looking for a Premier League scalp as they target a spot in the last eight of the Carabao Cup.
Tony Pulis has promised to make "lots" of changes for the game.
So who comes in? And do any of the fringe figures deserve an opportunity in the league?
The names of Marcus Tavernier and Lewis Wing are on the lips of many fans at the minute, so the pair are discussed by Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire in our latest podcast.
They also discuss the visit of Palace in the fourth round tie and have a glance ahead to the January transfer window. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Boro's striker frustrations, Braithwaite's form & how will Pulis approach January?

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 15:00:00 -0000

We're almost a third of the way through the Championship season and the table paints a pretty picture for Middlesbrough and Tony Pulis.
That despite the fact Boro are struggling for goals.
Pulis's side have now fired a blank in their last three homes games, with the manager airing his frustrations at spurned opportunities after the midweek draw with Rotherham.
Our writers discuss the goal shortage, the three strikers and Martin Braithwaite's form in this week's podcast.
They also look ahead to how Pulis will approach January and touch on Darren Randolph and Ryan Shotton. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Revisiting Boro's last visit to Hillsborough and what happened next

Thu, 18 Oct 2018 15:00:00 -0000

A lot has changed since Boro's last visit to Hillsborough.
The manager, for one.
Just hours after the win at Sheffield Wednesday in December of last year, Garry Monk was sacked, paving the way for Tony Pulis to take charge.
In this week's Boro podcast, our writers discuss the game, Monk's exit, Pulis's appointment and what the Welshman has changed in the last 10 months.
And they obviously look ahead to the game on Friday night as Boro look to bounce back from the defeat at home to Nottingham Forest before the international break. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Boro's striker graveyard and how to get the best out of the current crop

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 17:00:17 -0000

Is Boro a graveyard for strikers? In recent seasons a string of frontmen have fallen short of the goal standard set by heroes of the past. But why?
In this latest episode of the Tripe Supper podcast, Phil Tallentire and Anthony Vickers put the focus on firepower and examine the options Tony Pulis has up front.
Jordan Hugill has been taking stick, but is it fair to slate him when he is ploughing a lone furrow without support?
What is best way to get the best out of the Hemlington handful? Will it take a tactical switch or personnel changes?
And what of Martin Braithwaite? The Danish striker is Boro’s main source of quality and creativity in the final third, but how can Boro most effectively harness his ability? What is the best blend up front for the boss? Can Mark Viduka still ‘do a job’?
Find out the answers to these and many more questions as the Gazette Boro writers chew the fat on frontman. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: So many options for Pulis...but are any Boro players undroppable?

Fri, 21 Sep 2018 14:53:08 -0000

Middlesbrough's squad is deep and packed with quality.
But the squad will be put to full use in the coming weeks, says Tony Pulis, as he looks to shuffle his pack in a bid to negotiate a testing spell of two-game weeks.
Rotation is inevitable - but are any Boro players undroppable as things stand?
That is discussed by Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Chris Garbutt in this week's podcast.
They also talk about the return of Rudy Gestede and striker pecking order at the club. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: The eight into three doesn't go midfield headache

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 15:00:00 -0000

Adam Clayton. Grant Leadbitter. Jonny Howson. Paddy McNair. Stewart Downing. Lewis Wing. George Saville. Mo Besic.
Boro are extremely strong in the centre of midfield - but how will the battle for spots play out in the coming weeks?
Tony Pulis has been using three central midfielders of late but the Boro boss has eight players jostling for those spots.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to discuss the engine room headache for the manager in this week's Tripe Supper podcast.
Our writers also discuss Marcus Tavernier after his experience training with the England senior team.
And the Checkatrade Trophy crops up as Phil outlines a Boro bid for glory. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Boro's bright start, the shape of things to come & summer window assessed

Mon, 03 Sep 2018 23:00:00 -0000

Half a dozen games into the Championship season and Boro are ticking along lovely.
Unbeaten and joint top of the league as well as advancing to the third round of the Carabao Cup - it's been a very promising start to the campaign.
As the league action halts for a fortnight for the first international break of the season, we get together for our first Tripe Supper podcast of the campaign and reflect on the last month.
Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers and Chris Garbutt also discuss Boro's summer transfer window and the change of shape to 5-3-2. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Talking about Boro's pre-season friendlies

Fri, 06 Jul 2018 17:00:00 -0000

Hurray! Forget the World Cup. Real football is back: mighty Boro.
The squad stepped up their pre-season preparations in Austria this week with a run-out against Sturm Graz and on Tuesday Tony Pulis takes Boro for the first domestic friendly at Spennymoor.
But what are friendlies for? What do managers expect? Do they want to see their team winning games or just get fitness levels up?
And what do fans expect? Do they want emphatic victory and to go away entertained and convinced of inevitable impending glory or just to break the cold turkey sweats of a matchless summer?
Are friendlies ever any good? Whatever happened to the high-profile glamour games of the early Riverside days? Which players really caught the eye in pre-season? Or got crocked? And which glamour game did Untypicalboro take his wife to on their first date?
Join the lads in the latest Tripe Supper as they shake off the ring-rust with a low-key chat about friendlies. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Plotting Middlesbrough's promotion path & assessing the week's transfer tales

Sat, 23 Jun 2018 05:15:00 -0000

Fixtures! And a lot of transfer talk!
It's been a busy week for Boro - at least it has by pre-season standards.
We can all start to plot the path to promotion after Thursday's fixture release.
But what will the Boro squad look like come the start of the season? There's been a lot of transfer talk in the last seven days, including various Paddy McNair developments and both Aden Flint and Ramiro Funes Mori being linked with moves to Teesside.
What does the centre-half speculation mean for Ben Gibson? And where does Dael Fry fit in?
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The Tripe Supper: Gareth Southgate's Middlesbrough manager tenure revisited

Sun, 17 Jun 2018 05:00:00 -0000

When Gareth Southgate was sacked as Middlesbrough manager in 2009, it would have been hard to imagine that within a decade he'd be leading England into a World Cup.
Especially considering he hasn't had a club job since his Boro exit.
But the ex-Boro captain and boss has done a solid job in charge of the national side so far and is now looking to guide the Three Lions into the knockout stages - at least - in Russia.
So nine years on from his Riverside departure, how is Southgate remembered at Boro?
Should he have been appointed? Should he have been sacked? And what has he learnt since?
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The Tripe Supper: Middlesbrough's head-start on rivals, World Cup interest & kit recollections

Sun, 10 Jun 2018 06:00:00 -0000

The World Cup was at one time an ideal opportunity for Boro to scout world stars and make audacious bids for global names.
Tony Pulis is much more likely to stay closer to home as he shapes his squad this summer, with the manager no doubt keen on making a transfer breakthrough in the coming weeks.
Transfers and the World Cup both crop up in the latest Tripe Supper Boro podcast.
And the lads talk kits. What's your favourite Boro shirt of the last couple of decades? And which player does each kit remind you of?
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The Tripe Supper: Recruitment, Bevington's appointment & what Pulis will change this summer

Sun, 03 Jun 2018 05:00:00 -0000

Speculation season is in full swing and Boro have already made one signing this summer - Adrian Bevington, the club's new head of recruitment operations.
So what will be the recruitment priorities for Tony Pulis and his backroom team on the pitch this summer as the manager looks to put his own stamp on the side?
Dominic Shaw is joined by writers Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire and Boro season ticket holder Chris Garbutt to talk transfers in this week's podcast.
The lads discuss the appointment of Bevington and what Pulis will look to change in the weeks ahead this summer.
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The Tripe Supper: End of season awards - with a difference

Sun, 27 May 2018 07:00:00 -0000

It's the Middlesbrough end of season awards - with a bit of a difference.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire, Anthony Vickers and Chris Garbutt in this week's Tripe Supper to look back on Boro's 2017/18 campaign and to dish out the awards.
The lads discuss the best away day, the surprise of the season, the #Limbs moment and the players who have enjoyed or endured a complete transformation in fortunes over the course of the campaign. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Aston Villa inquest as attention turns to the summer

Wed, 16 May 2018 15:13:11 -0000

Boro are facing up to the reality of a second season in the Championship.
Promotion hopes were ended at Villa Park as Boro were dumped out of the play-offs by Steve Bruce's organised side.
Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers got the mic rolling the morning after to reflect on the disappointment and look ahead to what is a crucial summer.
How will the season be remembered?
What are Tony Pulis's priorities in the months ahead?
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The Tripe Supper: Middlesbrough vs Aston Villa play-offs preview

Fri, 11 May 2018 16:00:00 -0000

The play-offs are upon us.
Boro host Aston Villa in the semi-final first leg at the Riverside on Saturday before heading for Villa Park three days later.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and season card holder Chris Garbutt to preview the game and discuss the various talking points, including Pulis revealing his team more than 24 hours before the game and Adama Traore coming up against his former side.
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The Tripe Supper: Looking ahead to the Play-off final first leg against Aston Villa

Wed, 09 May 2018 16:00:00 -0000

Suddenly the play-offs are upon us and Middlesbrough’s Wembley destiny will be decided on Tuesday night at Villa Park.
So how are Boro looking as they head into Saturday’s first leg at the Riverside? Can we take heart from their last gasp fifth-place sealing
draw at Ispwich or be worried that they twice went behind to a team with nothing to play for? Should Boro’s stoppage time goalscoring hero Patrick Bamford start up front against Aston Villa at the weekend or should Tony Pulis name an unchanged XI for the third successive game?
And what about the ticket allocations for away supporters for both semi-finals? Is it fair that both clubs will be backed by just 2,000
of their own supporters on the road, meaning many loyal fans miss out on one of the biggest games of the season?
Philip Tallentire was joined by his fellow Gazettelive reporter Anthony Vickers and season card holder Chris Garbutt to debate those
questions and a couple of other play-off-related topics in the latest Tripe Supper Podcast. So listen now to find out what they had to say. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Pitch invasions, play-off place nailed down & who would you rather face in the Play-offs

Wed, 02 May 2018 15:00:00 -0000

And breathe.
Middlesbrough have nailed down their play-off place but, before addressing their semi-final, they must safely dispose of Ipswich Town.
Should Tony Pulis use that match to rest a few tired players? After all, it's been a long, hard season and no doubt one or two individuals
will be feeling a niggle or two. That, and a couple of other topical issues were debated in the latest Middlesbrough FC Tripe Supper Podcast.
Host Philip Tallentire is joined by Anthony Vickers and season ticket holder Chris Garbutt, They also discuss the post Millwall pitch invasion and which team would be best to play in the play-offs.
They also reflect on the news that the EFL clubs will vote on the
future of matchday programmes in the summer. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Play-off twists, midfield debate & Player of the Year contenders

Wed, 25 Apr 2018 11:35:38 -0000

How many more twists and turns will the Championship cough up in the final two weekends of the season?
After the Sheffield United defeat, Boro's prospects looked grim but two wins on the bounce have sparked real belief in the stands and on the pitch.
The play-off picture is discussed in our latest Middlesbrough FC Tripe Supper podcast.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Philip Tallentire and Boro season ticket holder Chris Garbutt.
They also debated the battle for places in the midfield and assessed the contenders for the Player of the Year award. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The ups and downs of Britt Assombalonga's season - and what does the future hold?

Fri, 20 Apr 2018 14:31:21 -0000

Britt Assombalonga looks likely to be leading the line for Boro at Derby.
Tony Pulis says Patrick Bamford won't be risked after his injury against Bristol City and has called on Assombalonga to take his chance.

It's been an up and down season for Assombalonga.

Boro's record signing remains the club's top scorer but has had to settle for a spot on the fringes in the second half of the season.

Why doesn't the striker tick Pulis's boxes? And what does the future hold for the former Forest man?

Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and season ticket holder Chris Garbutt for this week's podcast.

Martin Braithwaite and Ashley Fletcher are also discussed, as well as the resurgence of Bamford since Pulis took charge. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Middlesbrough's big game flaw and problems on the road

Thu, 12 Apr 2018 13:47:53 -0000

For Middlesbrough to stand any chance of breaking back into the top six they need to do something which they've found incredibly difficult this season: beat their rivals.
The loss at Sheffield United in midweek again highlighted Boro's big game flaw but with fixtures to come against Bristol City, Derby and Millwall it's something that needs addressing and fixing immediately.

Boro have also struggled on the road of late.

But why?

Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Boro season ticket holder Chris Garbutt for the latest Tripe Supper podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper: Besic's impact, Baker questions & Bamford's dilemma

Fri, 16 Mar 2018 15:19:07 -0000

Midfielder Mo Besic has made quite the impact since joining Boro from Everton on loan in January.
The Bosnian has only played six times for the club but is already "undroppable", according to Jonathon Taylor.

Jonathon and Philip Tallentire joined Dominic Shaw for this week's Boro podcast.

Our writers also discussed Lewis Baker and his re-emergence in the first team fold. Beyond this season, what next for the Chelsea loanee?

And Patrick Bamford is also on the menu, with the in-form striker on Ireland's radar. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper: The Garry Monk reunion & how Boro have changed

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 17:26:47 -0000

Two days after Garry Monk gets the Birmingham gig, he takes charge of the club for the first time against Boro on Tuesday night.
Football.

Monk was in charge of Boro the last time these sides met when a win for the hosts at the Riverside moved them into the top six. Tony Pulis will be hoping his side end up in those play-off spots at close of play on Tuesday.

Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor for the latest Tripe Supper podcast as they look back on Monk's time in charge and ahead to the St Andrew's reunion. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Gestede's injury woe, Sunderland preview and Assombalonga vs Bamford

Fri, 23 Feb 2018 16:22:11 -0000

Who will fill the Middlesbrough void left by Rudy Gestede?
That's the starting point for the second Tripe Supper of a busy week as we look ahead to Saturday's third and final Wear-Tees showdown of the season.

Boro have won both of their previous meetings against Sunderland this term in both the Championship and the FA Cup, but Tony Pulis' preparations were dealt a blow this week following Gestede's gutting diagnosis.

An X-ray confirmed that the forward has fractured his ankle and will play no further part in Boro's promotion quest, a blow for a player who trebled his league account with an impressive two-goal haul against Hull on Tuesday evening.

But with Gestede sidelined, Boro must now turn to others in the squad to score the goals to sustain a top-six tilt over the next 13 games.

Will it be £15m striker Britt Assombalonga, Boro's record signing who has dropped down the pecking order since Pulis' appointment, who is given a chance to stake his claim at the Stadium of Light?

Or could Patrick Bamford, a player who has yearned for a central role since re-signing for the club more than a year ago, who could be given the nod on Wearside?

Dominic Shaw is joined by Jonathon Taylor and season ticket holder Chris Garbutt to discuss Gestede's injury, the battle to replace him and Saturday's game at Sunderland. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Bamford's role & Boro future and why the struggle for relegated teams?

Wed, 21 Feb 2018 16:00:49 -0000

What a lovely finish it was from Patrick Bamford as he lifted Boro into a 2-1 lead against Hull City on Tuesday night.
With that goal, you'd think Bamford did enough against the Tigers to keep his place in the team for the trip to Sunderland on Saturday.

But what does the long-term future hold for Bamford? With the ex-Chelsea man being used on the left side of midfield, can he nail down a spot in Tony Pulis' team.

With Boro having beaten Hull this week and with Sunderland to come on Saturday, our writers also discuss the three relegated teams and ask why they've struggled this season.

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Assombalonga vs Gestede & if Boro have improved under Tony Pulis

Fri, 16 Feb 2018 18:09:01 -0000

Philip Tallentire is joined by Anthony Vickers and Chris Garbutt to preview Boro's trip to Cardiff City and assess the team's development under Tony Pulis For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Strikers, Jack Harrison & whether Middlesbrough's focus has already shifted to next season

Fri, 09 Feb 2018 16:25:55 -0000

After all the summer investment in bolstering the forward line, there seemed little chance of Boro coming up short in front of goal this season.
But of late, that's what's let the side down.

After Martin Braithwaite and Ashley Fletcher left on loan in January and with Patrick Bamford being used on the left, it seems a straight shoot-out between Britt Assombalonga and Rudy Gestede to lead the line. So who gets the nod?

Where Assombalonga is concerned, what does the future hold? Can the striker make a long-term success of being the frontman in a Pulis system?

Away from the subject of strikers, Jack Harrison is discussed in our latest podcast, while the lads also mull over the play-off picture and whether Boro's attention has already drifted to next season.

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Has the January transfer window left Boro stronger or weaker?

Fri, 02 Feb 2018 15:50:38 -0000

Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to look back on a dramatic end to the winter window - but is the squad at Tony Pulis' disposal stronger than it was at the beginning of the month? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Martin Braithwaite's future, Adama Traore's form & what to expect before January deadline

Thu, 25 Jan 2018 15:49:11 -0000

Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and guest Chris Garbutt for the latest on all things Boro For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Archive interview: Juninho - part 2

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 14:15:58 -0000

Juninho enjoyed three spells with Middlesbrough and it’s fair to say it was an exciting time for the club.
The Little Fella played in three cups finals for Boro – plus a replay – and was part of the team that lifted the club’s first major honour.

In the second part of Philip Tallentire’s exclusive interview with Juninho, the Brazilian playmaker looks back on his time with Boro following his highly-publicised arrival in October 1995.

He admits he found it hard to adjust to the North-east climate but was grateful for the warm welcome he received from the Teesside public. That special relationship remains to this day.

Juninho talks about reaching the Coca-Cola and FA Cup finals and reminisces about the heartbreak of relegation.

He admits he was wrong not to take part in the open top bus parade after the Wembley loss to Chelsea and explains why, with a World Cup just around the corner, he had to join Atletico Madrid in the summer of 1997.

Juninho returned on loan in 1999 but it wasn’t a happy period as he struggled to overcome the serious injury he suffered in Spain.

His third spell with Boro came in 2002, just weeks after he helped Brazil win the World Cup. He talks about his international dream coming true and his delight at winning the Carling Cup in Cardiff.

Juninho admitted he didn’t enjoy the same relationship with Steve McClaren as he did with Bryan Robson and regrets leaving to join Celtic when he did in 2004 as Boro began their European adventure.

Hear him talk about these issues and much more by listing to part two of an fascinating interview, available now, for the first time on podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Pulis's behind the scenes Middlesbrough remit and Aitor Karanka's Nottingham Forest challenge

Tue, 09 Jan 2018 16:56:59 -0000

There was plenty on the agenda in the latest Tripe Supper Boro podcast.
As well as looking back on the derby win over Sunderland, the lads discussed the FA Cup fourth round draw, Pulis's off-the-pitch remit and the appointment of Aitor Karanka at Nottingham Forest.

Dominic Shaw was joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers for this bumper subject podcast.

Our writers start by discussing what the win over Sunderland told us about Boro under Pulis and finished by assessing former manager Karanka's challenge at the City Ground after taking charge of Forest. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper: The early days of Pulis' tenure and signs of what to expect in future

Fri, 05 Jan 2018 17:02:20 -0000

We're not quite two weeks into Tony Pulis' Boro reign but he's already has two games in charge and set about stamping his authority in the squad.
So what are the early impressions of Pulis?

Dominic Shaw is joined by our Boro editor Philip Tallentire and season ticket holder Chris Garbutt to discuss the very early stages of the new manager's time in charge.

They also discuss players who are likely to feature heavily in the coming weeks and months and those who look set for a spell on the fringes.

And what sort of impact has Pulis made off the pitch so far? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: The reasons behind Monk's departure and Tony Pulis' appointment

Wed, 27 Dec 2017 16:14:57 -0000

It's been a rather frantic few days at the Riverside.Six points on the pitch, a sacking and an appointment off it.
While Garry Monk's departure wasn't a complete shock, the timing caught fans by surprise. So why did Steve Gibson choose to fire the 38-year-old? And is there anything in the rumours that Monk could return to former club Swansea City?
As for Pulis, was he the only candidate to replace Monk?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers for our latest Tripe Supper podcast, looking back on a festive flurry of major change for Middlesbrough. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The reasons for Boro's defensive collapse, Monk's uncomfortable position & importance of the next 4 games

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 13:48:25 -0000

Jonathon Taylor is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to discuss Boro's defeat at Millwall, Garry Monk's uncomfortable position & the importance of the next four games - starting at Sheffield Wednesday this weekend For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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First names on Monk's teamsheet & will Boro be braced for January interest in fringe figures?

Tue, 12 Dec 2017 16:59:06 -0000

Stewart Downing and Grant Leadbitter both received standing ovations as they made way against Ipswich Town - so should the pair be among the first names on the Boro teamsheet?Who else is a must-start in Monk's XI?
That's discussed on this week's Tripe Supper podcast, with Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers.
There's also a little bit of talk about transfers - obviously - and whether Boro will be braced for interest in their out of favour figures once the window opens. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Archive interview: Juninho - part 1

Fri, 08 Dec 2017 16:20:05 -0000

Juninho has a special relationship with Teesside and the Middlesbrough supporters.When Boro signed him in 1995, the Little Fella was the South American Player of the Year.
It was the equivalent of Huddersfield signing Neymar at the start of the this season.
In fact, it was far more significant than that because English clubs rarely signed South Americans in those days, especially Brazilian internationals.
Most squads were made up of British and Irish players with a smattering of Scandinavians.
Boro were breaking new ground and the people of Teesside took the club’s exotic new acquisition to their hearts.
Philip Tallentire has twice travelled to Brazil to interview Juninho about his life and career and, for the first time, the highlights of those interviews are available to download on two exclusive Gazette podcasts.
Part One covers his early years as a football-mad kid growing up in a middle class suburb of Sao Paulo through to his Boro debut against Leeds in November 1995.
Rejected as slight teenager, Juninho was on the verge of giving up the game but he eventually signed for Ituano. From there he joined Brazilian giants Sao Paulo and he soon emerged as one of the nation’s most talented young players and made his debut for his country on his 22nd birthday in February 1995.
Boro boss and England coach Bryan Robson spotted Juninho playing for Brazil at Wembley four months later and immediately set about signing the playmaker for his newly promoted team. He eventually got his man and the rest is history.
The interview took place in Juninho’s office at Ituano’s HQ, the club he co-owns and runs, so the sound isn’t perfect, but Boro fans will be fascinated by what he has to say. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: How has it got to this stage so quickly for Monk?

Mon, 04 Dec 2017 16:40:09 -0000

The season is only 20 games old but Garry Monk is a man under pressure.So how has it got to this stage so quickly for the Boro boss? And how does he turn it round?
Dominic Shaw, Jonathon Taylor and Anthony Vickers discuss Monk's future on this week's podcast.
What will be going through Steve Gibson's mind at this stage? And what mitigation can Monk plead at this stage of the campaign? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Alan Peacock feature interview

Fri, 01 Dec 2017 16:43:04 -0000

Alan Peacock is a Middlesbrough legend.Born and raised in the town 80 years ago, he played for the club he supported as a lad with great distinction.
His strike partnership with the prolific Brian Clough was hugely successful and when the latter moved up the A19 to Sunderland, Peacock took over the chief goalscoring duties, finishing Boro’s top scorer for two successive seasons.
He won an England call-up and travelled to the 1962 World Cup, staying with the squad in the less than salubrious surroundings of a mining company’s headquarters - a far cry from the kind of luxury hotels the modern day players are housed in at major tournaments.
After scoring 141 goals for Boro, Peacock move to upwardly-mobile Leeds United where he would play for fellow Teessider Don Revie.
He won a Division Two Championship medal with United in 1964 and a year later had to settle for runners-up medals in the FA Cup final and the Division One title race.
A serious knee injury suffered in a pre-season friendly in East Germany later that summer would ultimately curtail his career, which ended following a brief stingt with Plymouth at the age of 30.
In an in-depth interview with Philip Tallentire, Peacock talks about growing up in North Ormesby, breaking into the Boro team, spending two years in the Army doing his National Service and playing with stars like Clough at Boro and Jimmy Greaves for England.
He also recounts the time he turned down a move moves to Bill Shankley’s Liverpool and Bill Nicholson’s Tottenham due to a heart-breaking family tragedy before eventually agreeing to join Leeds.
It’s a remarkable tale and one well worth listening to. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper: The increasing pressure on Monk and Middlesbrough

Fri, 01 Dec 2017 10:23:18 -0000

The midway point of the season moves ever closer and Middlesbrough are still searching for a winning blend.Just when it looks like Garry Monk has found a successful formula, his team suffers a set-back, the latest being the calamitous home loss to Derby.
That’s ramped up the pressure ahead of Saturday’s televised fixture against Bristol City at Ashton Gate.
In the latest episode of the Tripe Supper podcast, Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers discuss the big issues Monk must address.
He has to find a replacement for Dani Ayala, who is suspended and is almost certain to be replaced by Dael Fry or Ryan Shotton.
He will also be pondering whether to stick with 4-2-3-1 or change to an alternative formation that could potentially get the best out of the players at his disposal.
Those topics were debated, as was the gap between the promotion pace-setters and Boro and how it has put extra pressure on Monk to get his team firing on all cylinders. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Phil Stamp feature interview

Fri, 24 Nov 2017 12:47:09 -0000

Phil Stamp played for four different Boro managers and they all clearly rated his natural ability.Yet, despite enjoying 10 seasons either in, or on the fringes of the first team squad, he only made 116 appearances before joining Hearts in 2002.
There were three reasons for that. Firstly, he was incredibly young when Lennie Lawrence gave him his debut as a promising 17-year-old in October 1993.
Secondly he suffered more than his fair share of injuries and, thirdly, he was battling for a place when the club were spending big money on glamorous internationals in the Bryan Robson, Terry Venables and Steve McClaren eras.
In the latest GazetteLive podcast, Stamp tells Philip Tallentire all about his life so far, starting in the early years as a football-mad kid kicking a ball around the streets of Berwick Hills.
He was courted by the nation’s top clubs, including Liverpool, but chose his hometown team.
Fearing that he’d be homesick, Stamp rejected the chance to attend the FA’s prestigious School of Excellence at Lilleshall as a talented 14-year-old.
He was capped at England youth level, though, and was one of the most highly-rated young players in the country.
He’s certainly got some incredible stories to tell. Find out what it was like to share a room with Gazza, play under his hero Bryan Robson, work with Terry Venables and train with Steve McClaren.
Find out what really happened when Gazza took the team coach for a drive and, when he was at Hearts, when the Edinburgh house he was renting was ‘trashed’ in his absence.
Now a coach with the successful Premier Player Football Academy, Stamp, 41, is a larger than life character and a great storyteller so have a listen as he tells his incredible tale. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Previewing Garry Monk's Leeds return & how Boro can take advantage at Elland Road

Wed, 15 Nov 2017 15:22:38 -0000

Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire & Jonathon Taylor to preview Boro's Championship game at Leeds For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper 2: Braithwaite's impact, battle for fringe players & sporting films

Sat, 11 Nov 2017 11:19:27 -0000

What to do on the Saturday afternoon of an international break?Well to help pass the time, here's our latest helping of Tripe 2, an offbeat chat about the Boro, obviously, and a few other subjects.
This week the lads talk Martin Braithwaite, the Danish international who's impressed in recent weeks for Boro since returning from his injury.
The battle for the fringe forwards to get back in the team is also discussed, while Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers also wander down the road of sports films and discuss some of the best - and worst - from over the years.
And Vic also tells about the time he shared a holiday and hotel with the full Boro squad! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Stuart Ripley feature interview

Fri, 10 Nov 2017 11:21:46 -0000

Brucie Rioch’s babes were also occasionally described as Brucie’s blond bombshells.
That’s because several key members of that promotion winning side boasted fair hair.

For some, the colour came from a bottle, but Stuart Ripley was the real deal.

The sight of the powerfully-built blond haired winger racing down the wing was something to behold.

The Middlesbrough-born winger made the short journey from the Ayresome Park terraces to the pitch and was a fans’ favourite, helping the club to win back-to-back promotions in 1987 and 1988.

In the latest GazetteLive podcast, Ripley relives that journey with Boro editor Philip Tallentire. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Three wins - but there's a lot more to come from this Boro team

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 16:22:54 -0000

Boro are up to fifth in the Championship table after three wins on the bounce - but there's a lot more to come from Garry Monk's side.So says The Gazette's Boro Editor Philip Tallentire in the latest Tripe Supper podcast.
He feels Boro are still some way short of hitting full flow this season.
Anthony Vickers stresses the importance of Monk settling on a favoured formation, while our writers also discuss the players who had a big impact in the games against Reading, Hull and Sunderland.
George Friend, Stewart Downing and Cyrus Christie are also discussed in this podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Robbie Stockdale feature interview

Thu, 02 Nov 2017 14:56:24 -0000

Robbie Stockdale will have to make sure he doesn’t walk through the wrong dressing room door when he visits the Riverside Stadium on Sunday.The 37-year-old Teessider made more than 70 league appearances for Middlesbrough after graduating from the club’s academy.
Now he’ll be plotting Boro’s downfall as Sunderland’s new joint-caretaker manager alongside Billy McKinley.
Prior to Tuesday’s eventful home encounter with Bolton at the Stadium of Light, Stockdale sat down with The Gazette's Boro editor Philip Tallentire for the Gazette’s latest exclusive podcast interview.
They had plenty to talk about with the former England Under-21 defender talking about his years as a Boro mad schoolboy, his first team debut as a raw teenager and his stint as the first choice right-back in the Steve McClaren era.
He also talks about his battles with injuries and his experiences playing lower league football after leaving Middlesbrough.
And there are humorous recollections of his last visit to the Riverside as a coach with Sunderland earlier this year, with Stockdale revealing that Boro coach Joe Jordan stood on his foot during a touchline altercation. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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What's changed for Boro and how do they sustain good form moving forward?

Wed, 01 Nov 2017 15:12:07 -0000

Six points out of six!Suddenly, the season is looking up for Boro after two consecutive successes on the road.
So what's changed? How have Boro got their season back on track? And most importantly, how do they sustain this form moving forward?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor for a Tripe Supper looking back on Boro's victories at Reading and Hull and ahead to the visit of Sunderland on Sunday. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Monk's relationship with Boro fans, arresting the slump & Bournemouth preview

Mon, 23 Oct 2017 14:26:20 -0000

After Saturday's defeat to Cardiff, Anthony Vickers and Chris Garbutt join Jonathon Taylor to sift through the wreckage and look ahead to Boro's Carabao Cup game at Bournemouth For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Colin Cooper feature interview

Mon, 23 Oct 2017 11:22:05 -0000

Colin Cooper is something of a Middlesbrough legend.
A member of the team that rose from the ashes to win back-to-back promotions in 1987 and 1988 under Bruce Rioch, the 50-year-old is now an England Under-21 coach.

He was a Boro player when they were at their lowest ebb – 1986’s liquidation – and when they were at their peak – the 2004 League Cup final in Cardiff.

He’s worn the red shirt at a crumbling Ayresome Park and in the modern surroundings of the Riverside Stadium.

Cooper has been a reserve and first team coach at Boro and was even, briefly, the caretaker manager when Gareth Southgate was sacked in 2009.

So, it’s fair to say there was plenty to talk about when he sat down with Gazette Boro Editor Philip Tallentire to record an exclusive podcast.

Cooper is an engaging and honest interviewee so why not hear what he has to say about his career so far and his plans for the future?

He talks about leaving Boro in 1991, returning seven years later after successful stints with Millwall and Nottingham Forest.

He reveals his pride at winning two England caps and playing against Brazilian legends Ronaldo, Juninho and Edmundo at Wembley.

He talks about the pain of relegation in 2009 and his frustrations with Hartlepool during his first spell in management.

He even reveals a fondness for North-east band Maximo Park and a friendship with their Boro-supporting lead singer Paul Smith. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Focus on Fabio & how he played his way into Garry Monk's Middlesbrough XI

Fri, 20 Oct 2017 16:20:55 -0000

Fabio has fond memories of Boro vs Cardiff after scoring an absolute thunderbolt at the Riverside back in Feburary of 2016.That, though, was for the Bluebirds, before he completed his switch to Teesside later that year.
The Brazilian has proved himself to be a very shrewd signing for Boro, offering versatility in the backline.
And of late, he's established himself as Garry Monk's first choice left-back.
So how did the former Manchester United man play his way into Monk's starting XI? What are his strengths? And how can he improve his game moving forward?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Jonathon Taylor and Philip Tallentire for our latest Boro podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Matthew Bates feature interview

Fri, 13 Oct 2017 12:04:19 -0000

It’s hard to believe Matthew Bates is only 30-years-old.The former Middlesbrough defender has enjoyed an eventful career full of ups and downs.
And in a new, exclusive interview with Gazette Boro Editor Philip Tallentire, he looks back over his career and also looks ahead to the future.
Currently a member of Craig Harrison’s coaching staff at Hartlepool, Bates was a member of the Middlesbrough team that won the FA Youth Cup final in 2004 and he made his Premier League debut at the tender age of 18 at Tottenham the following year.
A bright career beckoned but his progress was hampered by a heart-breaking series of cruciate knee ligament tears.
Bates showed incredible fortitude to fight back from no less that five such setbacks and went on the captain the club he supported as a boy.
After leaving Boro he played for Bristol City, Bradford and, most recently, Hartlepool, where he was appointed caretaker manager at the end of last season.
By his own admission, Bates’ career “has flown by” but it’s well worth reliving, so why not listen to the Gazette’s latest podcast. Please excuse the sound quality. The canteen was very busy!
You can also enjoy this feature on Bates, Craig Harrison and Paul Jenkins as the three ex-Boro men allow us access behind the scenes at Pools: http://www.gazettelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/day-shadowing-three-ex-middlesbrough-13755579 For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper 2: Deputy keepers, sporting occasions & Boro's audacious transfer swoops of the past

Fri, 06 Oct 2017 16:07:02 -0000

Remember when Boro were linked with Roberto Carlos and Rivaldo?And Dani and Flavio Conceicao.
Our writers look back at some audacious transfer swoops of the past in this weekend's Tripe 2.
But first it's deputy keepers.
Mark Schwarzer celebrated his 45th birthday on Friday and while the Big Aussie was a long-time No.1, Boro have had their fair share of blink-and-you-miss-them deputy stoppers in the past.
Finally, with Tripe 2 regularly strolling slightly off topic, Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire talk sporting events, from the Super League Grand Final to Premier League darts. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Is Boro's league position fair reflection of performances so far?

Wed, 04 Oct 2017 15:27:28 -0000

Is Boro's league position a fair reflection of performances in the first 11 games of the season?And how long should it take a side to click?
Those two questions are discussed in our latest Boro podcast, as our writers reflect on the start to the season and look ahead to some crucial fixtures after the international break.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire for this week's podcast, which also touches on Britt Assombalonga's start to life as a Boro player and Martin Braithwaite's return after his injury. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper 2: Boro wonder goals, the international break & The Apprentice

Sun, 01 Oct 2017 05:00:00 -0000

Jonathon Taylor is joined by Philip Tallentire & Anthony Vickers for a wider look at Boro, football & beyond For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Left-back battle and Christie's early season form

Mon, 25 Sep 2017 16:29:29 -0000

Cyrus Christie notched his first Boro goal at the weekend and snatched a crucial point at Fulham in the process.It's been an impressive start to the season for the Republic of Ireland international, who's made the right-back spot his own since his summer move from Preston.
But what about over at left-back?
George Friend has lost his place in the side to Fabio of late and faces a battle to get back in the XI when both players are fit.
Our writers talk Friend and Fabio and discuss Christie's early season form in this week's Tripe Supper podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Goals! Boro's wealth of attacking options - and the subsequent challenges for Monk

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:53:52 -0000

Goals, goals, goals!Since the international break, Boro have had five different scorers in four games.
Sharing the goals can obviously only benefit the side going forwards, but it also emphasises Monk's challenge as he bids to get the best out of all his attacking players - and to keep them all happy.
Our writers talk attackers in this week's podcast, touching on Britt Assombalonga's impact and discussing the Patrick Bamford dilemma. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Contenders to replace Traore, QPR preview & Monk's refreshing approach

Fri, 15 Sep 2017 12:41:27 -0000

Philip Tallentire & Jonathon Taylor look ahead to Saturday's game at QPR and reflect on Boro's draw at Aston Villa For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Adama Traore's masterclass, Aston Villa preview & Albert Adomah memories

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 14:31:22 -0000

Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor reflect on Boro's win at Bolton & look ahead to Tuesday's trip to Villa Park For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Monk's spoilt for choice at the back!

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 15:55:44 -0000

It's a defender special on this week's Tripe Supper as Middlesbrough boss Garry Monk weighs up his centre-back options ahead of Saturday's trip to Bolton.The arrival of Ryan Shotton before Deadline Day further stocked an already-strong department, and the big challenge for Monk will now be to determine the best centre-back partner (or partners) for Ben Gibson.
Will Boro's best system during a hectic September include three central defenders, or just the two? We'll soon find out - but with Dael Fry's early-season form catching the eye, competition for places is as fierce as ever at the back.
With the luxury of an international break to get back to top condition, can Daniel Ayala return to his top form and dislodge Boro's homegrown pairing, and what role will new boy Shotton have over the coming months?
They are all topics for discussion in this week's podcast, along with the importance of Cyrus Christie and George Friend's quest to hold off Fabio at left-back. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Assessing Middlesbrough's transfer window, Monk's challenge & the key players this season

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 16:14:47 -0000

Transfer talk now takes a back seat for a few months - and the true challenge for Garry Monk begins as he looks to find that winning formula.Middlesbrough have enjoyed a solid if not spectacular start to life back in the Championship, picking up seven points from their opening five matches.
And while the international break allows everyone time to draw breath after a pulsating opening month of the season, the hard work is just about to start as Boro look to hit the ground running and build momentum throughout September and October.
Deadline Day passed without major incident as Marvin Johnson followed Ryan Shotton into the club, but in terms of outgoings, Ben Gibson, Adama Traore and Stewart Downing all remained at the club - a boost for Boro.
On this week's Tripe Supper, Dominic Shaw and Jonathon Taylor discuss Boro's busy summer window, which has seen 10 new signings arrive on Teesside, touching in particular on Gibson and Downing's situation.
They also talk formations and the personnel that can now fit a number of different systems, as well as Patrick Bamford's importance and deals elsewhere in the division. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Rudy's role at Boro and how will Monk approach cup game?

Mon, 21 Aug 2017 16:07:14 -0000

Leeds United wasted no time in trying to sign Chris Wood's replacement - coming knocking on Boro's door with a bid for Rudy Gestede, which was rejected.The striker has played a key role in the first few weeks of the season, starting the last three games on the bounce for Garry Monk's men.
So what does he offer the side?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor for our latest podcast, discussing Gestede and the defeat to Nottingham Forest and looking ahead to the cup visit of Scunthorpe United. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Traore debate, Assombalonga's early impact & Nottingham Forest preview

Fri, 18 Aug 2017 11:26:46 -0000

Boro got their Championship season up and running with two wins in quick succession on home turf.Next up, Forest and Britt Assombalonga's first return to the City Ground.
Our writers discuss the striker's summer switch to Boro and the impact he's made in his early days on Teesside.
Dominic Shaw, Jonathon Taylor and Philip Tallentire also talk Adama Traore, who came off the bench against Burton in midweek.
What does the future hold for the winger?
A series of other subjects are also discussed, including Garry Monk's midfield options and Patrick Bamford.
And, of course, Saturday's game is previewed. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Gestede's reminder, Bamford's importance & Burton Albion preview

Mon, 14 Aug 2017 11:41:03 -0000

We look back at Boro's win over Sheffield United in Garry Monk's first competitive home game in charge For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Wolves reaction & promotion race predictions

Mon, 07 Aug 2017 11:42:38 -0000

The first Tripe of the 2017/18 season!Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire, Jonathon Taylor and Anthony Vickers as our writers reflect on the opening day defeat to Wolves.
They discuss the talking points to come out of the game, including Garry Monk's attacking dilemma.
Britt Assombalonga's debut is analysed and the midfield assessed.
Given it's the first podcast of the season, our writers also have a punt at their promotion race predictions. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper: What has pre-season told us about Boro so far?

Fri, 21 Jul 2017 14:39:41 -0000

Three games into the summer - so what have we learnt about Garry Monk's Boro so far?The boss has seen his side win one and draw two of their opening three friendlies, opting for a 4-2-3-1 system in each game and taking a closer look at senior figures as well as promising youngsters.
So we can pick out any first team clues from what we've seen so far? And who has caught the eye as Boro build-up to the upcoming Championship campaign.
Dominic Shaw was joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor for this week's podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: De Roon's annual appraisal and what does the future hold?

Tue, 04 Jul 2017 14:48:05 -0000

It was a year ago today when Middlesbrough completed the signing of Marten de Roon.So 12 months down the line, what's the verdict on the Dutch midfielder?
And with speculation mounting surrounding supposed interest from Italy - and even talk of Manchester United - what does the future hold for the 26-year-old.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Jonathon Taylor and Philip Tallentire for this week's podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper 2: Goalkeeping figures of love and hate, dream festival headliners and more

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 14:35:25 -0000

Try out the first edition of The Tripe Supper 2 for FREE!Soon to become part of the offering for Gazette Boro subscribers, this extra serving of Tripe features your topic suggestions and... whisper it is about more than just football. This week we discuss Glastonbury and dream festival headliners but not before Dimi's new contract has been dissected and Anthony Vickers pigeonholes goalkeepers into figures of love and hate. There's also time to discuss first impressions of new Boro managers which includes tales of phone calls with Lennie Lawrence and bus journeys with Tony Mowbray. Romantic, eh? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper special with football author Michael Calvin on Garry Monk

Thu, 29 Jun 2017 10:37:14 -0000

Michael Calvin's Living on the Volcano featured an in-depth interview with the new Boro boss while he was at Swansea. Dominic Shaw caught up with Calvin to speak to him in depth about his time with Monk and find out more about his suitability for Boro. The book was shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year award in 2015. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Garry Monk: The right fit for Boro?

Fri, 09 Jun 2017 14:38:45 -0000

Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire & Jonathon Taylor to discuss Boro's appointment of Garry Monk as manager For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: 'Getting the right man is far more important than making a quick appointment'

Fri, 02 Jun 2017 20:51:41 -0000

As things stand we don't know who will be in charge of Boro next season.So when will we know? And is there a rush to get the new manager in?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to discuss the potential timescale of the appointment and whether or not Boro need to act soon.
Anthony Vickers says the priority is making sure Steve Gibson appoints the right man, not that he appoints the first available candidate. And that the most important thing is that there's a new man in for the time players return for pre-season training. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Reflecting on Boro's Premier League campaign & Liverpool preview

Fri, 19 May 2017 15:48:11 -0000

Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to look back on the 2016/17 season & preview the final day match at Anfield For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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What kind of manager will Steve Gibson be looking for this summer?

Tue, 16 May 2017 15:25:46 -0000

Much has been made of Middlesbrough chairman Steve Gibson's BBC Tees interview at the weekend in which he vowed to "smash the league" next season.The Boro chief labelled this season as a "collective failure" and conceded change was needed "at all aspects of the club" this summer to ensure the Riverside hosts Premier League football again in August 2018.
Gibson's comments have cast doubt over Steve Agnew's long-term future - with a suggestion that he is exploring the possibility of an external appointment to breathe fresh life into the club this summer.
But what kind of manager would be deemed the right candidate to lead Boro's promotion charge next season?
Nigel Pearson and Fabrizio Ravanelli have already publicly declared an interest, while ex-Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs remains the bookies' favourite to begin the 2017/18 season in charge of Boro.
And is Steve Agnew still in contention?
We discuss what is needed from a prospective new manager ahead of next season, as well as touching on the speculation surrounding the hotseat. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Discussing Middlesbrough's relegation, Steve Agnew's future & what next

Tue, 09 May 2017 16:18:50 -0000

So Middlesbrough are down - and it was all a bit feeble.Two managers, five wins and 36 matches later, Boro are back in the Championship - and must now prepare for matches at Portman Road, Oakwell and The City Ground next season.
But a summer of soul-searching awaits, with plenty of decisions to be made. Will Steve Agnew be the man in charge of Boro next season? Who will leave? And who will arrive?
In this week's podcast, we look back on Boro's dismal 2016/17 campaign and ask how a team who looked comfortable enough during the first half of the season managed to self-destruct so quickly after Christmas.
We also ask who's to blame for Boro's season of pain, and contemplate what chairman Steve Gibson is thinking - with two games still to play this season. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Which of Boro's players can hold their head high?

Sat, 06 May 2017 07:02:39 -0000

Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor to discuss which of Boro's stars have improved under Steve Agnew For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Dissecting Boro's 2017 collapse & Sunderland preview

Tue, 25 Apr 2017 10:33:06 -0000

Dominic Shaw is joined by Jonathon Taylor & Anthony Vickers to discuss Boro's dreadful 2017 so far & preview Sunderland For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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What have we learnt from Agnew's four games in charge so far?

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 15:52:00 -0000

Steve Agnew takes charge of Boro for the fifth time when Arsenal visit the Riverside on Monday night - so what have we learnt from the manager's time in charge so far?Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to assess the past four games and to discuss the changes the new manager is trying to implement.
Our writers also look ahead to the visit of the Gunners. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Where do Boro go from here? The inquest after Hull defeat

Thu, 06 Apr 2017 13:40:13 -0000

It was the game Boro simply couldn't afford to lose.They lost. So where do they go from here?
The 4-2 defeat at the KCOM Stadium leaves Steve Agnew's side seven points adrift of safety with eight games to play.
They still have a game in hand on the sides above them but Boro are now in need of snookers and a remarkable turnaround in form if they're to avoid the drop.
So after 13 games without a win, are there any positives to cling to? And how will Steve Agnew pick his players back up?
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'A massive sea change in approach' - Boro's new coaching team discussed

Wed, 29 Mar 2017 14:08:23 -0000

First there was Steve Agnew. Then came Joe Jordan. Paul Jenkins stepped up to join the first team coaching staff. And earlier this week Jonathan Woodgate returned.Boro's bench has been transformed in the last fortnight following an inevitable reshuffle after Aitor Karanka's departure.
So was Woodgate's return a surprise? And what will the experienced Teessider bring to the party?
Steve Agnew is also discussed as our writers discuss the the challenge for the boss from now until the end of the season.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor for the latest Tripe Supper podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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How will Aitor Karanka be remembered and what next for the Spaniard?

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 12:15:00 -0000

What is Aitor Karanka's legacy at Boro?And where next for the Spanish boss?
A week on from Karanka's Boro exit, our writers gathered to reflect on his time in charge and to discuss where it went wrong in the final months.
They look back on the highs, the lows, the best signings and the fall-outs.
And debate Karanka's likely options as he looks to further his coaching career.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor for this week's podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Alvaro Negredo questions

Thu, 09 Mar 2017 16:59:32 -0000

Boro did the hard part by signing Alvaro Negredo in the summer, says Jonathon Taylor in this week's Tripe Supper podcast.But with that in mind, have the side got the best out of the Spaniard this season? Or have they tamed their own Beast because of the system they play?
Negredo was dropped for the Stoke game last week after being replaced at half-time against Crystal Palace.
So should he started against his former side Manchester City on Saturday?
And should Boro sign him on a permanent deal this summer?
Our writers give their answers to those questions in this week's podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Is Adam Clayton Aitor Karanka's best signing?

Fri, 03 Mar 2017 16:19:29 -0000

After Adam Clayton signed a new Boro deal earlier this week, the no-nonsense midfielder was the subject of this week's Boro podcast.Dominic Shaw was joined by Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor to discuss the ex-Huddersfield and Leeds man, his role in the Boro side and his strengths and weaknesses.
Also discussed:
*Has Clayton turned out to be Aitor Karanka's best signing?
*How much is he worth now?
*Is Marten de Roon playing a more advanced role because of Clayton's form?
*Is Clayton capable of more than simply to protect the defence in the holding midfield role? And do Boro need more from their midfield? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'Stuani should be a cult hero...' - so why isn't he?

Mon, 20 Feb 2017 12:33:56 -0000

Cristhian Stuani. Discuss.The scorer of some vitally important goals in the past - the latest of which came on Saturday against Oxford United - but still the subject of much derision in some quarters.
Is he wasted on the right? Is he a weak-link on the right? Does he do a good job on the right?
Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor discuss the Uruguayan in this week's Tripe Supper.
"He should be a cult hero," says Anthony.
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Being under the radar & Boro's FA Cup prospects

Thu, 16 Feb 2017 16:13:55 -0000

Phil, Vic, Dom and Jono look ahead to Saturday's fifth round clash with Oxford and assess the Premier League relegation race For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Ramirez's return and relegation scrap realisation

Fri, 10 Feb 2017 11:25:45 -0000

It's tight and nervy at the bottom - so do Boro have what it takes to get out of trouble?And how important is Gaston Ramirez's reintegration and return as Karanka's side look to reverse their recent run of form.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to discuss recent performances, assess the importance of upcoming games and analyse the return to the first team fold of Ramirez. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Assessing Boro's transfer window & the battle against relegation

Fri, 03 Feb 2017 14:40:34 -0000

Philip Tallentire & Jonathon Taylor ask whether Boro are stronger after their January business & look ahead to Tottenham For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Where will Bamford fit in for Boro?

Thu, 19 Jan 2017 14:27:16 -0000

He's back!Patrick Bamford completed his return to Boro this week, signing a four-and-a-half year deal on Teesside.
But why didn't it work out for him in three loan moves to other Premier League clubs? And can Aitor Karanka get the best out of him at Boro? And where will he fit into the side?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to discuss Bamford in this week's Tripe Supper podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Watford draw, a changed system and Gaston's future

Sun, 15 Jan 2017 13:00:32 -0000

A second stalemate on the bounce - but plenty of talking points nonetheless.Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor got the mic rolling on their way home from Vicarage Road and talked the switch to 5-3-2, Karanka's reaction to the Gaston question and more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Are Boro right to allow Downing to leave on loan?

Wed, 11 Jan 2017 13:45:12 -0000

Dom is joined by Vic & Jono to discuss Stewart Downing's Boro career & what next for him For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Is the Gestede deal the start of a busy month of movement on striker front?

Thu, 05 Jan 2017 13:03:26 -0000

It's the first week in January but Boro have already set their stall out in the transfer window, bringing in Rudy Gestede and allowing Tomas Mejias and Julien de Sart to leave on loan.So what will Gestede offer the side? And what does his arrival mean for Jordan Rhodes and David Nugent?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor for this week's Tripe Supper.
Our writers also discuss attacking midfielders and the need to recruit a winger in January.
And they assess the bottom end of the Premier League as we move into the second half of the season.
Will the bottom three now be the three to go down? Or is there a twist in the tale? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper special with BDO No.1 Glen Durrant

Thu, 05 Jan 2017 12:36:23 -0000

Middlesbrough's own Glen Durrant is the top seed and the bookies' favourite ahead of this year's BDO World Championship.Durrant has had a stunning year and heads for the Lakeside full of confidence.
And ahead of the opener at Frimley Green, the Gazette's Dominic Shaw and Adam Steel had the pleasure of sitting down with Duzza to talk arrows and a lot more.
In this Tripe Supper special, Durrant looks back on his childhood, assesses his rise up the rankings and is asked about the speculation surrounding a potential future move to the PDC. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Another missed opportunity , Stuani debate, who replaces Barragan?

Tue, 27 Dec 2016 08:27:53 -0000

Boro handed Burnley a belated Christmas gift in the form of three points in the Boxing Day battle at Turf Moor.It was a turgid affair and one that looked set to finish goalless until Victor Valdes spilled Andre Gray's striker into his own net.
But the frustration in the stands stemmed from Boro's bluntness at the other end and their struggle to create chances against a Burnley side that had kept just one clean sheet in their last 11 games.
Cristhian Stuani was a talking point post-match after the Uruguayan was chosen as the preferred option in the absence of Viktor Fischer. Also on the right, Antonio Barragan now faces a suspension after picking up his fifth yellow card.
Our writers Anthony Vickers, Dominic Shaw and Jonathon Taylor got the mic rolling on their way back from Turf Moor as they looked back on the various issues to arise in Lancashire. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Pre-Burnley & the Karanka/Dyche rivalry

Wed, 21 Dec 2016 12:18:03 -0000

Vic, Phil & Jono look ahead to Boro's Boxing Day clash at Burnley For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Downing's battle and more to come from de Roon?

Wed, 07 Dec 2016 17:32:03 -0000

Boro's midfield was one of the talking points as our writers recorded this week's Tripe SupperAdam Forshaw has been outstanding of late and is receiving deserving plaudits, while Adam Clayton impressed against Hull.
Marten de Roon makes up Aitor Karanka's first choice midfield, yet the Dutchman is playing in a more advanced role than we perhaps expected.
De Roon's performances so far are discussed by Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire, as is the fact Stewart Downing has struggled for a spot in the side of late.
Where does Downing fit into the 4-3-3 formation that Karanka has preferred in recent weeks. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Getting the best out of Gaston and Hull game previewed

Fri, 02 Dec 2016 11:41:56 -0000

Gaston Ramirez will be looking to prove a point to his former employers when Hull visit the Riverside on Monday night,The Uruguayan had a stint on loan at Humberside but the Tigers failed to get the best out of him.
Getting the best of him is crucial for Boro this season. After a disappointing display against Chelsea, Ramirez was much improved at Leicester last week and, on song, can be a crucial figure for Aitor Karanka's side.
Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor discuss Ramirez's form and also turn their attention to the game on Monday night, previewing the televised clash. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Negredo debate and how should Boro set up against rival teams?

Tue, 22 Nov 2016 16:45:33 -0000

The fixture list facing Boro after the home defeat to Watford was a daunting one but five points and a +1 goal difference from four testing games is an excellent return.Now, though, Boro must build on those improved displays in games against rivals.
Hull and Swansea both visit the Riverside in the coming weeks while Leicester may well be champions but they're only two points above the drop zone as things stand.
Our writers discuss the positives of Boro's recent improved displays.
And Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers also assess the performances of Alvaro Negredo.
The striker is without a goal since the opening day of the season - so is his place in the side under threat? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Karanka's three years and the club Boro hope to emulate

Fri, 11 Nov 2016 13:51:39 -0000

Happy Karankaversary.Sunday marks three years in charge for Boro's head coach .
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Jonathon Taylor and Philip Tallentire to discuss how the boss has changed during his time in charge, his signings and the vital additions off the pitch.
And what next? Our writers look ahead to the next three years and how Karanka and Boro will look to progress.
They also discuss the Premier League club Boro hope to emulate as they look to establish themselves at the top level. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Are Boro better or worse off than we thought they'd be at this stage of season?

Thu, 27 Oct 2016 14:59:10 -0000

Below, level or over par?Boro approach Saturday's game with Bournemouth with seven points on the board. Is that more or less than you'd planned for at this stage of the season?
Anthony Vickers thinks Boro are two points behind where they'd have expected to be after nine games.
He joins Dominic Shaw and Philip Tallentire to discuss the positives, the negatives and the surprises of the season so far in this week's Boro podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Formations - Is 4-2-3-1 the answer for Boro?

Tue, 18 Oct 2016 15:54:53 -0000

It's a conversation which has cropped up again and again and again.4-2-3-1. Is it the answer for Boro? Is it a system that gets the best out of the side?
Aitor Karanka clearly thinks so and pointed out after the defeat to Watford that it was the system that led Boro to promotion.
True. So what's the problem?
Well the lack of creativity in recent weeks is a concern, but is that the system or the mentality?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor to discuss exactly that in this week's Boro podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'The need to make a success of Valdes and what's solution in attacking midfield?'

Thu, 22 Sep 2016 15:56:11 -0000

The situation between the sticks, the need to cut out the errors at the back and the decisions to be made on the right side of midfield are all discussed in our latest podcast offering.Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to reflect on Boro's defeats to Crystal Palace and Everton.
"it would be ridiculous to panic," at this stage, says Phil.
But the Boro editor says Karanka's side must find a solution to the recent defensive mistakes and in attacking midfield.
And what for the situation in goal? Should Victor Valdes remain Boro's No.1 in the coming weeks? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper: Transfers, defensive competition, attacking midfield options

Fri, 02 Sep 2016 15:58:22 -0000

So that's it until January.With transfer deadline wrapped up and five points from a possible nine in the Premier League, there was plenty to discuss in the latest Tripe Supper.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to talk Boro's summer business, the wealth of defensive options and the first choice trio of attacking midfielders following the departure of Albert Adomah. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Where will Boro finish? Who'll be top scorer? Who'll go down?

Fri, 12 Aug 2016 15:33:23 -0000

Predictions time!On the eve of the new Premier League season, our writers took a punt at their predictions for the new campaign.
And the good news is Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor all have Boro to stay up!
A bit of optimism before the big-kick off.
Our writers also discuss who they think will top the Boro goalscoring charts, who'll tumble through the Premier League trap door and who'll lift the top flight title, though Anthony says he's not too fussed about that.
The focus also turns to the opener against Stoke City. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'Boro are ambitious and this is an exciting project, players want to be involved in that'

Fri, 08 Jul 2016 12:48:17 -0000

What a week!Five signings through the door and Boro haven't even kicked a ball this summer yet.
No surprises as to what's the topic of conversation in this week's podcast.
Anthony Vickers talks about how impressed he is with the way Boro are going about getting their business done early this year, and says there's an "exciting project" ongoing at the Riverside which players want to be involved in.
Anthony joins Dominic Shaw and Jonathon Taylor to discuss transfers, TV games and the first of Boro's pre-season friendlies against York City this weekend. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'Every position is up for grabs - nobody is bullet proof'

Sat, 18 Jun 2016 19:03:54 -0000

The Boro goalkeeping debate rumbles on.Do Boro need to add a new stopper this summer? And if they do, does he go in as the No.1?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers for this week's podcast.
As well as the situation between the sticks, our writers also pick their way through next season's fixture list and discuss new signing Bernardo Espinosa. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Can you put a valuation on Boro's players before they play in Premier League?

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 16:28:38 -0000

Does every player still have a price?With the game awash with TV money, are clubs still under pressure to sell players?
Not that Boro are in a position where they will be tempted to cash in at the minute.
After winning promotion to the Premier League, Aitor Karanka and Steve Gibson's priority will be adding to the squad, not losing key players.
Which is why reports linking Newcastle United with a move for Daniel Ayala were widely laughed off this week.
The club value Ayala at £15m, according to reports.
But can you put a valuation on Boro's players before they play in the Premier League?
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The Tripe Supper: Can you put a valuation on Boro's players before they play in Premier League?

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 16:25:31 -0000

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The Tripe Supper: Increased revenue, increased scrutiny - life in the Premier League

Fri, 03 Jun 2016 07:32:06 -0000

When Boro have a Saturday off during the football season, Anthony Vickers paces around his living room kicking his heels.But is a lack of Saturday 3pm kick-offs something we're going to have to get used to in the Premier League.
The new TV deal - coming into operation this coming season - ensures live games will be kicking off here, there and everywhere during the weekends.
But then again, how many times will Boro be on the box now they're in the Premier League? Surely it won't be a weekly occurrence like it was towards the end of the time in the Championship.
Our writers discuss the increased revenue and that new TV deal in this week's podcast.
And talk also turns to how life in the top flight will mean increased scrutiny on Aitor Karanka and the Boro squad. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'There's something good going on in terms of identifying transfer targets': Tripe Supper on signings, scouting and season card prices

Fri, 27 May 2016 08:41:29 -0000

So there was an early strike for Boro with the addition of Viktor Fischer, an intriguing and exciting signing from Ajax who arrives with pedigree and admirers aplenty.And it's the kind of signing which could see Boro reaping the rewards of their scouting system, says Anthony Vickers.
He uses Victor Lindelof as an example. OK, Boro didn't get the deal over the line in January but the fact they almost signed a player for £3m who is now being linked with a £20m move to Manchester United shows the ability of Boro's scouting and recruitment team to pick out a player.
The Gazette's Boro editor Philip Tallentire believes "everything about the transfer policy at the minute is heartening".
So who else can we expect through the door this summer? And what's the time scale for signings?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony, Philip and Jonathon Taylor for this week's podcast, where next year's season card prices are also on the agenda. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'Boro will upgrade in every department but don't expect a radical overhaul'

Wed, 18 May 2016 08:38:37 -0000

The transfer talk has started already.And if it's picking up pace at this stage of the season, just imagine what it's going to be like come June and July.
But while Boro have money to spend, and lots of it, Anthony Vickers says fans shouldn't expect a radical overhaul of the squad this summer.
Instead, he says, it's about adding extra components to the well-oiled machine that's served Boro well.
He expects an upgrade in every department and the arrival of "better players".
So what positions should be the priority this summer?
Our writers discuss what they expect from Boro in the transfer market and turn their attention to the future of Gaston Ramirez. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'A huge sigh of relief, an incredible weekend - and we deserved it'

Wed, 11 May 2016 10:38:05 -0000

For the first time ever, The Tripe Supper is a Premier League podcast!As much as we'd love to say this was recorded from the roof of the Dickens Inn on Sunday afternoon, unfortunately it wasn't.
But our writers were still on a high when they got together to look back on a memorable weekend for the club.
Dominic Shaw, Anthony Vickers, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor reflected on a historic season with a fitting finale. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'It's been a fantastic season complete with every possible emotion - let's finish it in style'

Wed, 04 May 2016 16:02:59 -0000

"There's enough nervous energy on Teesside to power the whole area for a decade," says Anthony Vickers in this week's podcast.In between biting their nails, our writers look ahead to THAT game against Brighton at the Riverside this weekend.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony and Jonathon Taylor to discuss what we can expect of the deciding game, Karanka's call for the "best" referee and whether or not there's another twist in the race for the title. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Permutations, high stakes, Birmingham away and THAT final day: Tripe Supper

Tue, 26 Apr 2016 09:09:14 -0000

"There are that many permutations it doesn't sit well with sanity to try to keep all the balls in the air," says Anthony Vickers in this week's podcast.And he believes the three teams at the top will all win this coming weekend to leave it perfectly poised going into the final day.
Well, perfectly poised for the neutral perhaps.
First up Birmingham, where Jonathon Taylor has called for Boro to deliver a performance similar to the one against Ipswich - but with a finishing touch in front of goal.
Anthony and Jonathon join Dominic Shaw for this week's Boro podcast, For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'Aitor Karanka has finally found his best attacking quartet': Tripe Supper

Thu, 07 Apr 2016 14:40:14 -0000

Everyone knows what the stakes are and Boro's players have shown that they understand that with their performances in recent weeks, says Anthony Vickers in this week's Tripe Supper.And Aitor Karanka's side must continue to build on those recent displays in a stage of the season where the promotion chasing sides simply can't afford a slip-up.
"Boro are threatening the kind of run which we looked at a month ago and said that's exactly what needs to be done," says Jonathon Taylor.
Jono and Anthony join Dominic Shaw for this week's podcast to look ahead to home games against Preston and Reading.
Man of the moment Gaston Ramirez and Tomas Kalas are also discussed. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'Boro looked on the brink of implosion but the late goal against Hull completely changed the perspective'

Tue, 22 Mar 2016 10:04:18 -0000

Just how crucial was Boro's win against Hull City last Friday night?"It changed the perspective of everything," says Philip Tallentire.
And the Gazette's Boro editor praised the players for their late show - saying it demonstrates their strength of character after a difficult fortnight.
So is it a good thing to have a fortnight off now or would Boro have preferred to build on that victory?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor for this week's podcast, where the conversation also focuses on Jordan Rhodes, Hull's promotion challenge and Aitor Karanka's show of emotion at full-time. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: What's the current state of play and what can we expect from here?

Mon, 14 Mar 2016 16:19:09 -0000

The performance at Charlton on Sunday "focused minds", says Philip Tallentire, with club chiefs keen to end the uncertainty as quickly as possible.The chairman, says Anthony Vickers, has held a number of meetings with players, backroom staff and key advisers today with a view to making a decision imminently.
Anthony, Philip and Jonathon Taylor join Dominic Shaw to record a Tripe Supper, looking back at a weekend of confusion and a crucial 48 hours for the club at a vital stage of the season. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'The anxiety and the nervousness stems from the high stakes': The Tripe Supper

Fri, 11 Mar 2016 12:59:12 -0000

We'd all hoped Boro would be away and gone at the top of the Championship by now, says Philip Tallentire in this week's podcast.But, argues Anthony Vickers: "This is a ruthless division and if performances drop off you'll pay the price."
They join Dominic Shaw to discuss the defeat to Rotherham and the huge game against struggling Charlton at the Valley this weekend.
The mood around the camp is the centre of the discussion while Daniel Ayala's troubling injury and Aitor Karanka's comments on the subject are also brought up. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Aitor Karanka's Blackburn comments and need for reaction against Wolves

Wed, 02 Mar 2016 21:16:34 -0000

A dig or a deflection?Aitor Karanka's post-match comments caused quite the stir at Ewood Park - so was he in the right?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire, Anthony Vickers and Jonathan Taylor for this week's podcast.
Can Boro handle the pressure? They'll need to because it's going to grow by the week from now until the end of the season, say our writers. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Squad options and Cardiff City preview

Fri, 19 Feb 2016 09:17:44 -0000

"It's crucial to get this run out of the way to settle the nerves."Philip Tallentire believes Boro are far better than their performances of late suggest and has called for Karanka's side to put the "annoying" recent results behind them.
We've heard plenty about the strength and quality of Aitor Karanka's side so now is the time to put that to good use with both Ben Gibson and Adam Clayton ruled out of the game against Cardiff.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to look ahead to the game against the Bluebirds.
The first choice back four and the loan market are also discussed. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Leeds United v Boro preview

Sun, 14 Feb 2016 15:37:38 -0000

After four without a win, is the result all that matters for Boro at Elland Road on Monday night?Jonathon Taylor isn't so sure, stressing that he believes a positive performance is the most important thing after a few below-par displays.
But Boro editor Philip Tallentire says he can't see anything other than a win for Aitor Karanka's side.
A win would take Boro back to the top of the Championship, though they go into the game two points behind Hull City after Steve Bruce's side won at Blackburn. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: What's caused Boro's slip-ups of late - and how do they put it right?

Mon, 08 Feb 2016 22:15:01 -0000

A lack of goals at one end and injury disruption at the other have contributed to Boro's blip of late, say our writers in the latest Tripe Supper podcast.But how do they put it right?
"If Boro play at their best, the rest of the division may as well pack up now," says Philip Tallentire, who believes Boro are "formidable" if they're at their best.
But three games without a win have let their promotion rivals plug the gap at the top.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Phil, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to discuss the results of late and the January transfer window incomings and outgoings. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - Burnley preview and transfer talk

Fri, 08 Jan 2016 17:35:17 -0000

Can we expect Boro to sign a left-sided midfield player?Anthony Vickers believes so.
That was one of the topics of conversation in this week's Tripe Supper as our writers discuss the January transfer window and potential incomings at Rockliffe.
It should be said that the podcast was recorded ahead of Muzzy Carayol's move to Leeds United, which was confirmed on Friday.
Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire, Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor also look ahead to the FA Cup tie against Burnley and assess what kind of starting XI we can expect Aitor Karanka to name. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: 'All the indications are that Boro are stronger mentally this year'

Wed, 23 Dec 2015 08:19:10 -0000

It seems fitting that Boro cap off a memorable year by topping the table at Christmas.Of course, there's plenty of work still to be done.
The game at Blackburn marks the halfway point in this Championship season with plenty of twists and turns still to come, no doubt.
But Anthony Vickers believes that Boro are "stronger mentally" than they were this time last year.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony and Philip Tallentire to look back on what has been a calendar year which will live long in the memory.
Our writers discuss the highs and lows of 201 5 and Phil also reveals the game which he believes was the turning point for Boro's season. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'With two home games to come we could see daylight opening up': Tripe Supper on Boro's festive fixtures and January transfer window

Fri, 11 Dec 2015 14:51:51 -0000

Are the games against promotion rivals the perfect opportunity to steal a march or a case of must not lose?Boro come up against fellow promotion chasers in the weeks to come as we get set for a frantic run of fixtures over the festive period.
The two home games to come offer the opportunity for Boro to open up daylight on the teams behind, says Philip Tallentire in this week's podcast.
As well as discussing the games ahead, our writers switch focus to the January transfer market and discuss where Boro might look to strengthen. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - Huddersfield preview

Fri, 27 Nov 2015 15:09:46 -0000

Back to business this weekend as Boro head to Huddersfield Town.And to get some insight into Saturday's opponents, our writers were joined by the Huddersfield Examiner's Alex Porter - the first ever special guest on the Tripe Supper!
Alex talked us through the Terriers, taking a close look at the impact David Wagner has made since taking charge.
She joins Dominic Shaw, Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor to look ahead to the game.
Harry Chapman is also discussed. The young forward got on the scoresheet again for Boro's Under-19s this week but when is the right time to give a young player his first taste of first team action? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Tripe Supper: 'You'd have to be pretty negative to say Middlesbrough FC aren't on the right track'

Sat, 14 Nov 2015 12:51:42 -0000

The international break offers the opportunity to assess the season so far - so are Boro better off than they were this time last year?In the week Aitor Karanka celebrated two years in charge, a rarity at any Championship club these days, Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor to take stock of the campaign so far.
"You'd have to be pretty negative to say Boro aren't on the right track," says Philip Tallentire.
But the Gazette's Boro editor also said that Karanka's side shouldn't finish outside the top two with the squad available to the manager this year.
Talk also turns to the January transfer market and whether Boro will look to strengthen. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - Stewart Downing

Thu, 05 Nov 2015 11:48:45 -0000

There's still more to come from Stewart Downing.That's the confident claim of Philip Tallentire who believes the wing wizard turned central playmaker is quickly stamping his authority on the Championship.
First he was dropped, then he was named captain - Downing has hogged the headlines over the last week.
And after his matchwinning display against Rotherham on Tuesday night, Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to discuss Boro's marquee summer signing.
"If he stays fit, the first thing opposition managers do is look and think how are we going to deal with Stewart Downing," says Phil. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper: Can Boro dump Man United out of the cup?

Tue, 27 Oct 2015 17:56:08 -0000

Can Boro pull off another cup shock?Manchester United are two points off the top of the Premier League and looking to advance in the Champions League but Boro won't be deterred as they look to slay another Premier League hotshot in the cup.
"It's possible if Boro are at their best," says Philip Tallentire as our writers look ahead to Wednesday's cup tie at Old Trafford.
Phil, Dominic Shaw and Jonathon Taylor were in agreement that Boro's mercurial players need to be on song at the Theatre of Dreams.
While they were at it, they also discussed Aitor Karanka's controversial team selection at Wolves on Saturday. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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It's tough at the top - but which of the teams will stick around? The Tripe Supper on the promotion race and this weekend's game at Reading

Thu, 01 Oct 2015 15:46:58 -0000

Is the Championship starting to take shape?Anthony Vickers reckons so and says those sides who aren't in the mix at the top end of the Championship should be concerned.
Reading are perhaps one of the surprise packages at the right end of the table, going into Saturday's game with Boro just five points behind Aitor Karanka's side in third place.
Brighton, too, are another side who have enjoyed an excellent start to the season after a struggle last term.
But back to Reading, what can we expect from the Royals on Saturday?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to discuss this weekend's clash and to cast an eye around the other sides at the top end of the table.
The departures of Steve Evans and Marinus Dijkhuizen get a mention as well. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'Karanka may use last year's defeats as a motivating factor': Tripe Supper ahead of Boro v Leeds

Sat, 26 Sep 2015 10:04:04 -0000

Aitor Karanka's record as Boro head coach is impressive - his record against Leeds United not so impressive.The manager will be keen for his side to right the wrongs of the two defeats last season when Boro welcome Leeds to the Riverside on Sunday.
But, says Anthony Vickers in this week's Tripe Supper, the main priority for the manager will be three points - although he does believe Karanka could use last season's losses as motivation for his side.
Leeds have been inconsistent so far this season but have looked better on the road than they have at home.
So will Boro stretch their winning run to seven matches? Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to look ahead to the game in this week's Tripe Supper. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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'Boro's Number 3': Hear new George Friend chant

Wed, 23 Sep 2015 15:58:15 -0000

Surely George Friend deserves a unique chant or two? At Gazette Boro we've received this splendid recording which we thought we'd share with you all. The lyrics are reproduced below:He only cost a hundred thousand,
That was daylight robbery,
He should have cost a hundred million
He is the Boro number 3.
The Boro number 3,
Who we all come and see.
George Friend, will you marry me?

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The Tripe Supper: 'We're entering a massive eight days for Boro'

Fri, 11 Sep 2015 15:22:29 -0000

Saturday's Championship game against MK Dons is the start of a "massive eight days for Boro", says Philip Tallentire.The visit of Brentford on Tuesday is followed by a trip to the City Ground next Saturday as Boro look to go on a run similar to last season after the first international break.
The rights and wrongs of the construction of MK Dons are also discussed on this week's Tripe Supper on the eve of the first ever visit to the Riverside for the Championship newcomers.
As ever, Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire for this week's podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - What to expect from De Pena and what next for Adomah?

Mon, 07 Sep 2015 15:48:04 -0000

What to do with a fortnight off? Well we took the time to record the latest edition of the Tripe Supper.Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to discuss Boro's business in the transfer market and the ongoing situation with wantaway winger Albert Adomah.
With Boro back in action against MK Dons this Saturday, our writers look at what we can expect from newcomer De Pena in the coming months and discuss whether there's any way back for Adomah - a player who was captaining the club last than a month ago. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - the season so far

Mon, 17 Aug 2015 19:56:56 -0000

Unbeaten in two games in the league and into the second round of the Capital One Cup - it's been a solid enough start to the season from Boro.And the summer signings have certainly made an impact, Cristhian Stuani and Diego Fabbrini in particular.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathan Taylor to discuss Boro's start to the season in this week's Tripe Supper.
They also have a look at results elsewhere in the Championship. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - the summer so far

Wed, 15 Jul 2015 11:45:00 -0000

Scorching in the Marbella sunshine, Boro step up their preparations for the new season this week.From Bootham Crescent to the Marbella Football Center, it's a home from home for Aitor Karanka's squad, currently on their third visit to the facility in less than a year.
There's an English feel to the centre. Boro join Leyton Orient out in Spain while Championship sides Huddersfield and Birmingham City also based themselves there for a stint.
And the trip comes at a good time as Boro's transfer activity seems to be picking up pace.
Tomas Kalas joined the club this week while Stewart Downing and Christian Stuani are expected to follow him through the door.
Unsurprisingly, it's movement in the transfer market that's the topic of conversation in this week's Tripe Supper.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor for this week's Boro podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - Boro fixtures for 2015/16 season

Fri, 19 Jun 2015 16:25:20 -0000

Will Boro get off to a flying start or stumble out of the blocks like they did last season?Games against all three promoted sides in the opening stages of the campaign offer opportunities for points - but as we know, it's not always as easy as that.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to cast their eyes over the fixture programme for next season in this week's Tripe Supper.
They also attempt to predict who could be in the promotion mix in the upcoming campaign.
But like Bournemouth at one end and Wigan at the other proved last term, predicting the outcome of the Championship is no simple task. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - released players and AK's unsung heroes

Sat, 13 Jun 2015 08:02:10 -0000

Emmanuel Ledesma and Seb Hines joined Dean Whitehead through the exit door this week.There were no real surprises as Boro confirmed which players would be allowed to leave the club on a free transfer this summer.
But was Ledesma's time at Boro blighted by misfortune?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor for this week's Tripe Supper.
Our writers also turn back the clock to Karanka's first season in charge of Boro and discuss the manager's unsung heroes. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - What can we expect from the summer transfer window?

Thu, 04 Jun 2015 16:16:28 -0000

Just a couple of weeks have passed since the end of the season but the list of players being linked with a summer move to Boro is quickly stacking up.Some, like Sol Bamba, have never been on Boro's radar but others, like Jordan Rhodes, have been targets of the past.
Aitor Karanka will look to make additions as he attempts to strengthen his squad so Boro can go one better next year.
But when can we expect movement? What positions do Boro need to strengthen? And could there be any outgoings?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to answer those questions in this week's Tripe Supper. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - play-off final inquest

Fri, 29 May 2015 08:26:19 -0000

Days have passed since Boro's play-off final defeat at the hands of Norwich City but the pain remains.Boro can have no complaints, the best team won.
But that doesn't make the defeat any easier to accept as a memorable season came to an end in such disappointing fashion.
Dominic Shaw was joined by Philip Tallentire and Jonathon Taylor to look back on Boro's no-show in the Championship showcase,
They discuss the late arrival of the coach, the sluggish start and Aitor Karanka's team selection. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - Ticket rush for play-off final

Wed, 20 May 2015 16:17:30 -0000

After an online scramble since the day the play-off final were released, Boro's initial allocation - plus a few more - completely sold out on Wednesday afternoon.The demand for tickets has been incredible.
More than 17,000 sold in the first four hours of the tickets being released on general sale and fans were still logging on in hope of securing a seat when the final few tickets were made available.
Fans who missed out weren't best pleased, naturally, but is it possible to have a ticket system that pleases everyone?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to discuss the buzz around Boro and the ticketing system that was used ahead of Monday's play-off final. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - Will Boro get the better of the Bees again?

Fri, 08 May 2015 10:41:36 -0000

It's almost time for the talking to stop, for Boro to walk out at Griffin Park for the first leg of their play-off semi-final against Brentford.It proved to be a happy hunting ground for Karanka's side earlier this season as Grant Leadbitter's penalty proved to be the matchwinner.
Will Boro get the better of the Bees once more as they did in the two league clashes between the sides?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathan Taylor as our writers look ahead tonight's huge game. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - potential play-off opposition

Thu, 30 Apr 2015 15:48:00 -0000

We know Aitor Karanka insists on taking one game at a time and won't be looking beyond Brighton this weekend, but we couldn't help but look ahead to the play-offs.Ipswich, Derby, Brentford and Wolves will be jostling for position this weekend with Boro and Norwich waiting in the wings in the play-off semi-finals.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire to discuss the teams Boro could face.
There's also a mention for Muzzy Carayol who returned to Boro this week and could, according to Karanka, have a key role in the play-offs. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - Bamford's Player of the Year award and Boro's stand out performers this season

Thu, 23 Apr 2015 13:11:08 -0000

Patrick Bamford can do no wrong.The Boro striker can't stop scoring, was named the Championship's Player of the Season and is unsurprisingly attracting attention nationwide.
But he isn't the only player who's stood out in Boro colours this season.
In this week's Tripe Supper, Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to discuss the frontman's form and future.
Albert Adomah, Ben Gibson and Daniel Ayala are also picked out for praise as our writers look back on the campaign. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - Boro's Young Guns

Thu, 16 Apr 2015 12:36:17 -0000

Who will be the next gifted young player to break into Boro's squad?And what's been the secret to the success of Boro's young guns in the U21s and U18s leagues this season?
The talented crop of youngsters working their way through the ranks at Rockliffe are the subject of this week's Tripe Supper.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Jonathon Taylor to to discuss the famous Boro Academy and how Aitor Karanka is playing a key part in the development of the youngsters. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - Aitor Karanka's press conference comments

Fri, 10 Apr 2015 15:13:02 -0000

We're sure you'll have read Aitor Karanka's comments from his weekly pre-match press conference by now.In a nutshell, the head coach admitted he's frustrated by what he feels is an air of negativity around his team - despite the fact Boro are just two points off top spot.
Karanka's comments have been the topic of conversation all day with fans and it was no different in the office.
Dominic Shaw was joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to discuss the manager's concerns in this week's instalment of The Tripe Supper. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - loan incomings and outgoings

Sun, 05 Apr 2015 12:29:46 -0000

It's been a busy year in the loan market for Boro, both in terms of incomings and outgoings.While Aitor Karanka has made the most of his contacts to add to his squad with temporary signings, he's refused to shy away from making some brave calls in regards to players being allowed to go elsewhere.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to discuss Boro's loan business this year and look at how Dwight Tiendalli and Fernando Amorebieta could feature before the end of the campaign. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper Goes Stateside

Thu, 26 Mar 2015 15:55:14 -0000

With Philip Tallentire enjoying an international break, Dom Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers to discuss life Over the Pond. They speak Seb Hines, the Camp America-style summer breaks Boro players enjoyed in the 70s and a whole lot more besides. Join them. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper

Thu, 19 Mar 2015 19:25:21 -0000

How dare Sunderland get linked with Aitor Karanka?The odds on the Boro boss joining the Mackems tumbled earlier this week before Dick Advocaat was appointed Sunderland boss.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire who say Boro fans will have to get used to AK being linked with jobs elsewhere - but shouldn't worry about him leaving any time soon.
Our writers also discuss Muzzy Carayol and the fact the winger could well be moving out on loan for the final stages of the campaign. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper on the Ten to Go

Fri, 13 Mar 2015 08:43:26 -0000

The run-in.We seem to know the remaining fixtures for all of the promotion-chasing teams inside-out now.
Wobbles here, blips there. Will any side put a run together from now until the end of the season?
Dom Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to discuss the twists and turns ahead in the promotion race in this week's Tripe Supper #Boro podcast. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - It's Tight At The Top

Thu, 26 Feb 2015 16:44:13 -0000

Dom Shaw and Anthony Vickers get together to bite their fingernails and fret about just how TIGHT it is at the top in this latest edition of our Boro podcast. Grab a copy of the league table and do the maths in your head as you listen For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper - Why is Mogga still looking for a job?

Fri, 13 Feb 2015 16:28:58 -0000

Why is Mogga still on the lookout for a job?That's the discussion point on this week's offering of The Tripe Supper.
The former Boro boss has been linked with a number of jobs in the last few months but is still out of work as he looks to return to management.
Dominic Shaw is joined by Anthony Vickers and Phil Tallentire to discuss what type of club would suit the Boro legend. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Stand or sit to enjoy this week's Tripe Supper Boro podcast

Thu, 05 Feb 2015 14:36:24 -0000

Do you prefer to sit or stand when you're watching the Boro? The novelty of terracing always goes down a treat with travelling Teessiders - even though Boro fans stand throughout just about every away game.So is it time to allow safe standing in the English game?
That's the talking point on this week's Tripe Supper as Phil Tallentire and Anthony Vickers join Dominic Shaw to look at the possibility of terracing making a return to top tier English grounds.
And while they were in the podcasting palace, the writers also looked ahead to Boro's flurry of fixtures in the coming weeks. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper 11

Thu, 22 Jan 2015 16:32:27 -0000

It's David vrs Goliath at The Etihad on Saturday when Boro travel to Manchester City in the FA Cup. Don't fear though. Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers join Dominic Shaw to preview the game and look back at Boro's recent history of taking on the big boys. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper 10

Fri, 16 Jan 2015 09:42:31 -0000

Boro's strikers have been the topic of conversation all week so our writers got in on the act in the latest episode of The Tripe Supper.Do Boro possess enough fire-power in Kike, Jelle Vossen and Patrick Bamford?
Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers to discuss Boro's goals woes on the road and why Aitor Karanka believes he's got the best three strikers in the Championship.
Tomas Kalas makes his first appearance on the podcast as well. Not in person of course, but our trio look back at the defender's debut last week and whether AK sees him more as a right-back or centre-half. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper 9

Fri, 09 Jan 2015 16:39:53 -0000

Boro fans who get their hands on a ticket for the trip to Manchester City in the FA Cup will be counting down the days until the fourth round clash - and our writers can't wait either.
For as well as getting the chance to watch Boro take on the champions of England, it's also an opportunity to enjoy the luxury of the elegant cuisine and silver service at the palace for the press that is the Etihad.

OK, maybe that's overdoing it a little bit but Manchester City certainly know how to treat visiting members of the press, say Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers.

They join Dominic Shaw in a palace of a different sort - the podcasting palace - for the first edition of The Tripe Supper in 2015 and discuss their weird and wonderful press box experiences in years gone by. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper 8

Sat, 27 Dec 2014 14:52:18 -0000

Transfer twists, opening day joy, that penalty shoot-out and everything since. Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire join Dominic Shaw in the second part of a Tripe Supper special looking back on 2014. From the signings made in the summer to being right in amongst the promotion pack at Christmas, our trio analyse this season so far. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper 7

Wed, 24 Dec 2014 11:09:00 -0000

How's about a massive plate of tripe for your Christmas dinner? Dominic Shaw is head chef and he's joined by Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire for Part One of our review of 2014. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper 6: No Winter Wobbles, please

Fri, 19 Dec 2014 08:24:31 -0000

Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers put their Christmas jumpers on and join our own Santa Claus, Mr Dominic Shaw, to discuss the festive period and look into their snow globes to ask if Aitor Karanka 'does' The Winter Wobbles. Our trio aren't coming down with the decorations. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper 5

Thu, 11 Dec 2014 10:19:30 -0000

Steve McClaren returns to The Riverside with his Derby County side on Saturday and Boro's most successful manager is the starting point for our Boro men in this week's edition of The Tripe Supper. Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers join Dominic Shaw to look back at Mac. They also ask whether it really matters if Boro go under the radar? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper 4

Fri, 05 Dec 2014 17:08:30 -0000

Craig Hignett's departure is the obvious talking point for our Boro writers in the latest edition of The Tripe Supper.Phil Tallentire and Anthony Vickers join Dominic Shaw to discuss the assistant manager's exit earlier this week and debate what Aitor Karanka will be looking for as he lines up a replacement. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Tripe Supper 3: John Neal reflections and Jason Steele

Tue, 25 Nov 2014 13:57:44 -0000

Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers for the third instalment of the Gazette Boro podcast. In an exciting development, it now has a name! Welcome to The Tripe Supper. This week our writers discuss the impact John Neal had at Boro, following his sad passing at the weekend. They also look ahead to the Blackburn game and discuss the Jason Steele situation For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Podcast That Almost Has A Name

Fri, 21 Nov 2014 15:49:30 -0000

Dominic Shaw is joined by Philip Tallentire and Anthony Vickers for the second instalment in the GazetteBoro podcast which almost has a name. We've nearly settled on it. Our men discuss who Steve Gibson's best managerial appointment has been and what the chances are of #Boro's loan stars coming back to the club next year. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Karankaversary

Fri, 14 Nov 2014 10:58:17 -0000

Anthony Vickers and Philip Tallentire join Dominic Shaw to discuss Aitor Karanka's first year as #Boro boss. Our writers also discuss the findings of the #Karankaversary survey. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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