Episode 1942: Football v Good Works, Style v Non-Style

We talk a bit about Marcus Rashford and the question of priorities. Is it really possible to play football AND do other things besides?

‘These are tempestuous times, yet Rashford has done what so many politicians wish they could – used his platform and status in pursuit of the greater good,’ writes @lukeedwardstele
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— Telegraph Football (@TeleFootball) January 14, 2021

Then we’re joined by Miguel Delaney and David Sneyd. Is the Bossman really on the ropes?

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Another day, another coach leaves Bossman Steo’s staff, another win for World Service member Genehttps://t.co/Te4oOfasQl pic.twitter.com/luFhArwfUN

— Second Captains (@SecondCaptains) January 13, 2021

And as Manchester United prepare to go to Anfield, is it time for David, who stood by Solskjaer at a time when it was neither profitable or popular, to give us a victory lap?

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How can golf do this to Trump, Ken asks, when Trump IS golf?https://t.co/eTRj5Nlwh3 pic.twitter.com/NaGYskSotO

— Second Captains (@SecondCaptains) January 12, 2021

Damien Duff has walked away from his role with the Ireland team.

But can he really have been surprised to find that the FAI is a deeply dysfunctional organisation, asks @kenearlys https://t.co/8kWgM9uF6z pic.twitter.com/vwuSFQCp70

— Second Captains (@SecondCaptains) January 11, 2021