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Footsie Talks His Love for Man Utd & Golden Sunday League Memories

Having played a pivotal role in defining the grime scene as we know it, Footsie’s work both independently and as part of Newham Generals with D Double E has pioneered so many sounds we hear today. An aspiring football player as he was rising, he was served the choice between professional player or professional musician. Now embarking on his own solo project having had two tunes of his own on the FIFA soundtrack, we spoke to him about the process.

The Dial Up Episode 13 | Ben Chilwell

Picking up on the other end of the line for the latest episode of ‘The Dial Up’, Ben Chilwell talks us through his career to date from the comfort of his own home, offering a glimpse into life behind the scenes as only this candid series can do.

The Dial Up Episode #12 | Vivianne Miedema

Scoring goals is Vivianne Miedema’s job. She just happens to be very very good at it. But she’s not your usual professional – she very much does things how she wants to do them. Even interviews. But her nonchalance is a perfect suit to ‘The Dial Up’, chatting to her from the comfort of her home in Holland.

The Dial Up Episode # 10 | Mason Holgate

Breaking into an established and upwards looking Premier League team is an achievement that very few will realise. Add into the equation a season in which you will become a pivotal player for a team that will subsequently reward you with a long term deal and the signs are there – you're doing your job well. Mason Holgate is the man in question and the latest player to pick up the phone and speak to us for a 'Dial Up' episode.

The Dial Up Episode # 11 | Bruno Fernandes

‘The Dial Up’ is a simple concept: at a time when face to face interviews are not possible, instead we pick up the phone for an informal and yet candid chat with the pros, lifting the lid on what life is really like, and uncovering more of the story behind their superstar personas. And next up is Bruno Fernandes, Manchester United’s next great Portuguese star…

The Dial Up Episode # 9 | Gini Wijnaldum

Flipping through our rolodex for the next person to call in our ‘Dial Up’ series, we came on to the letter ‘W’, and from there we picked out Champions League winner Georginio Wijnaldum. The Liverpool midfielder picked up on the other end to talk to us about life, Liverpool, the league title and anything else in between.

The Dial Up Episode # 8 | Abby Dahlkemper

Completing a hat-trick of USWNT World Cup winners, Abby Dahlkemper becomes the latest pro to pick up on the other end of the line for ‘The Dial Up’, our series that lifts the lid on life behind the scenes with the pros.

Toni Duggan On Life in Spain, Her Ambitions, & The Next Generation

From Liverpool to Madrid, via Manchester and Barcelona; Toni Duggan’s club history is one that any professional would be proud of. The England international has ripped up the game at the highest level, playing in World Cups, Champions League finals – you name it, she’s been there. And the recent global situation has given her pause for thought; time to reflect on a quite phenomenal career, as we found out when we spoke with her recently.

The Dial Up Episode # 7 | Rob Holding

Lockdown life is treating us all differently, and we’ve been checking in on the pros to see how they’re dealing with it in our new series, ‘The Dial Up’. The latest player to answer our call was Arsenal’s young centre back, Rob Holding, who’s been spending lockdown in... Lake Tahoe?!?

Kevin Trapp On Life In & Out Of Football & The Return Of The Bundesliga

Reflecting on a journey that has seen him scoop up numerous domestic honours with PSG before his return to Frankfurt, Kevin Trapp discussed the highs and lows from his career with us, as well as his interests outside of football and how he feels about the return of the Bundesliga.

Getting Ready For The Return Of Football With FC Porto

As football rises from its enforced slumber, easing towards a return across Europe, clubs have had to face up to the unusual circumstances, adapting their approach accordingly. To find out more about the challenges they are facing we spoke with Dr. Nelson Puga, Head of the Health Department at FC Porto.

The Dial Up Episode # 6 | Ashlyn Harris

Throughout her life and career, Ashlyn Harris has been through adversity and come out better on the other side. So when faced with the current challenges in the world today, she’s in a prime position to put a positive spin on the trials and tribulations of life in lockdown as we found out when we spoke to her for the latest instalment of ‘The Dial Up’.

Brandon Williams On His United Breakthrough & Staying Grounded

It’s been a whirlwind six months for Brandon Williams. From relative obscurity to a Manchester United starter, the only thing that stopped his ascension is the thing that has stopped the whole world. But as soon as he’s able, he’ll be back on the path towards greatness, which just so happens to be down the left side of United’s attacks.

The Dial Up Episode # 5 | DeAndre Yedlin

Picking up on the other end for the latest instalment of the ‘The Dial Up’, DeAndre Yedlin is Newcastle’s American right back who has pace to burn on the pitch combined with a creative flair off it. So how’s he dealing with the confines of his own four walls and the lack of football? Quite well it turns out…

Ella Toone Talks Sacrifices, United Return, & Lockdown

Ella Toone is back playing for United, one of the many prodigal daughters to return to the club having been forced to leave before the club had a senior women’s team. And now she and the club are making up for lost time, having been promoted to the WSL.

The Dial Up Episode # 4 | Dominic Calvert-Lewin

No one could have predicted how the 2020/21 season would pan out, least of all Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The young Everton striker had been enjoying his most prolific season to date as a professional footballer, only to have the rug pulled out from under him. Now, like the rest of us, he’s sat at home, waiting. So we thought we’d give him a call for ‘The Dial Up’, checking to see how the fashionista forward was holding up.