The Mackem Football Show
Sunderland Fans Weekly Show as hosted by Anth The Mackem with other football fans. Discussing the previous weeks action, drama, and all things football focused.
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Season 4 of the Mackem Football Show
Episode one
(Recorded 12 July 2025)
Discussing the signings of Sunderland since confirming promotion from the Championship.
Celebrations

Anth and friends talking all things Sunderland We have one rule in the chat... Let celebrate making it to the Premier League. Main discussion points in this one are The Playoff Final Celebrations That we are MASSIVE Returning to the Premier League and What to expect in the next few months.
hold on

Preston are clowns I'm finally in a place of my own. No more, room shares or hotels. Haway
going forth

Cementing our spot into forth place. I'm finally in a place of my own. No more, room shares or hotels. Haway
keep the flag flying high

Officially Back to Live! Reflecting on the Boro game, we dive into the upcoming games, the mix of 4th round and championship games. t
Join us live as we break it all down and discuss how the lads can build on being unbeaten in 2025
Also about transfer targets.
#HawayTheLads
back to live

Officially Back to Live! Reflecting on the last few games, we dive into preventable dropped points, the impact of injuries and suspensions, and what changes we might see from Regis Le Bris moving forward
Join us live as we break it all down and discuss how the lads can bounce back after the dropping points to Plymouth.
Also about transfer targets.
#HawayTheLads
time we talked

Happy New Year 2025
Life getting in the way a little. But 2025 and strike is exsponged.
What's your expectations of Sunderland for the remaining season and where do you think we will be this time next year?
mustard

Merry Christmas
Let's catch up again.
areet kid?

todays podcast is with Anth and Alan
the rest of the boys were enjoying the holidays
discussing the Bristol City and Stoke City results and building up to the Swansea City game.
Some good takes and some missing the mark... but that's football sometimes.
off the wagon

Sunderland have slumped down from the top spot down in 4th behind Leeds, Burnley and Sheffield United, following a narrow 1-nil loss to the new league leaders. It was a classic "six pointer" with the more recent former Premier League side coming out on top.
happy with a point?

In this episode of #TheMackemFootballShow, we dive into the highs and lows of Sunderland’s recent performances. We reflect on the 1-1 draw against Millwall, debating tactical decisions, player form, and the controversial extended halftime break. Discussion shifts to the dominant display against West Brom, where Sunderland's control was unmatched despite being unable to secure a win. Key players like Aaron Connolly and Shark Watch is focusing on the one and only Pierre Ekwah, were they analyzed for their contributions and potential. Beyond match reviews, the team tackles broader topics like squad depth and transfer options, touching on ideas fo...
take a break

Another international break. This time coming after a couple of injuries, suspensions and three games in a row with preventable dropped points. Reflecting on the past couple of games and discussing what we can do and might see changes wise from Regis Le Bris. #HawayTheLads
30 points

Sunderland are still top of the table and on 30 points after 14 games.
We are discussing our last five games and the highlights and areas we can improve.
20% there

In this episode of #TheMackemFootballShow, we talk about Sunderland’s staying on top of the Championship! 20% of the season done. How can we handle the remaining 80%?
first things first

In this episode of First Things First | #TheMackemFootballShow, we celebrate Sunderland’s return to the top of the Championship! Despite a tough loss to Watford, the Black Cats bounced back in style with a crucial win over Derby County. We break down how Sunderland overcame that setback, the standout performances, and what this means for their promotion hopes. Can Sunderland hold on to the top spot as the season heats up? We analyze the key moments, player form, and what fans can expect moving forward. Don’t miss this deep dive into Sunderland’s rollercoaster week!
wonderkid

In this episode of #TheMackemFootballShow, we dive into the rise of Sunderland’s newest sensation, 17-year-old Chris Rigg. From his jaw-dropping backheel goal that secured a 1-0 win against Middlesbrough, to his rapid journey to becoming a fan favorite, we discuss how this wonderkid is taking the football world by storm. Is Chris Rigg destined for the Premier League? Will Sunderland hold onto this rising star for seasons to come? We break down the match, his performance, and what lies ahead for this promising young talent. Tune in for all things Sunderland, football and the future of the game!
not a rivalry

Rivalry and Derby have people confused.
Rivalry is a healthy distain for each other.
Derby is location based,
first things first

Guess where we are in the league? That's right, Sunderland are on top of the Championship. Let's chat and enjoy the moment.
DEADline day

Main point of discussion is the transfer window as a whole and keeping up with the deadline
wise men say

... only fools rush in.
Sunderland are two games in and we've won the opening two games of the seasons, against the bluebirds and the owls. So we'll talk about the games of course, but the biggest news in the transfer window movement, Clarke moves on to the Premier League.
Season 3

The opening episode of Season 3 of TheMackemFootball show.
The beginning of the Le Bris era starts it all off.
🎉 Join us as we kick off the pre-season with high hopes for improving on last season's finish.
We discuss predictions, team tactics, and the latest managerial changes.
In This Episode:
Pre-season hopes and predictions for our teamBeverage talkTeam tactics and potential formationsFunny anecdotes and personal storiesJoin the Conversation: Share your thoughts in the comments! Who will be the standout player? What's your go-to pre-game meal? How do you feel abo...
the end

last podcast of the season. we have to talk about how poor the season has tailed off how finishing in 16th place feels have a little bit of a laugh and ask the big question... What do you expect from next season?
time for a holiday

should we just stop?
pretty in pink

theme for this podcast the players who looks good for another year, who needs to go in the summer. and a good little review of the previous game
consistency

is key.
the theme of this pod is getting Sunderland back to consistently performing how we expect the players to, week in week out.
three 0-0's in 5 games, solid at the back but poor up top.
the cats out of the bag

well that wasn't boring now was it!? a comfy win and a thrashing... this club is never boring.
the rebirth

back to winning ways after the international break and to start the Easter weekend.
keep on smiling

Sunderland fans talking about Sunderland and other stuff too what a fun craic of an episode. very little footy a lot of trying to find the fun. special shoutout to @joeyburton7726
this has the best ending we've ever podcasted (so far)
let's assess where we are at

Sunderland fans talking about Sunderland and other stuff too
are we giving up?

... if not, we should!
gerrin Doddsy

we are coming off the back of 3 loses in a row, in February, again.
this is the first take

Sunderland fans talking about Sunderland and other stuff too
ding dong, Beale has gone

HAVE THE CLUB LISTENED TO US? Sunderland have sacked head coach Michael Beale after just 12 games in charge, following back-to-back Championship defeats. The 43-year-old was given a two-and-a-half year deal in December when he replaced the popular Tony Mowbray. However, Beale lost six games during his short stint including a 3-0 home FA Cup defeat by rivals Newcastle United. Recent defeats by Huddersfield and Birmingham have seen the Wearsiders slip to 10th in the table. Beale has struggled to appease Sunderland fans who met his appointment with discontent, despite the club lying just four points off the play-off places...
which way are we going?

we are getting ever closer to the end of the season. two games since the last podcast, a win and a loss, and yet I still can't figure out which way we should be looking, at the teams above us, or below. lets discuss and vent if needed...
for the cameras

The "DERBY"s are done for the season. We shall be having a natter about the Boro game Trying a few new features... see how the go Looking for a sponsor, forget Jackie Whites hahaha Also a look forward to the game this weekend against Plymouth at the Stadium of Light
a shopping trip

Leo Fuhr Hjelde a Left Back from Leeds United for an estimated ÂŁ1.5million. Romaine Mundle a Right Winger from Standard Liege for an estimated ÂŁ1.8million Callum Styles a Central Midfielder from Barnsley on loan.
jacky whites market

the January transfer window is drawing close to ending and we will chat about the rumour mill... as NOTHING has been done yet 26 day in...
not moving forward

are we right in voicing our concerns about the ownership and new head coach under performing.
moving forward

well that went well. we are going to chat about the game of course and have a healthy discuss about what led to the team dropping out of the FA cup. let's move forward with what we can do to end this season, the next 20 games on a high.
the cup tie

building up to the game against the mags
everything is up for discussion in this one!