Let Me Be Frank: Jimmy Nicholl – From Belfast Dreams to Football Glory

Frank welcomes football legend Jimmy Nicholl for an unforgettable journey through the highs and lows of his storied career. Jimmy recounts his early days, leaving Belfast amidst the Troubles to sign with Manchester United, only to be cut by Big Ron Atkinson. He shares the electrifying moment his Raith Rovers team, fueled by a Beckenbauer-inspired halftime rant, rallied in Munich, and he takes us behind the scenes of Raith's historic League Cup final win over Celtic. Jimmy also talks about fulfilling his dream of signing for Rangers under Graeme Souness and relives Northern Ireland’s stunning victory over Spain in the 1982 World Cup.

Frankly speaking, there's nobody quite like Frank McAvennie. Whether it's fun, football, or forthright opinions, Macca is the ultimate lovable rogue with a career full of scrapes & triumphs. He topped scoring charts for Celtic and West Ham and represented Scotland in the World Cup. Since hanging up his boots, he's known for his hilarious after-dinner speeches & sharp punditry. Now, with his new podcast "Let Me Be Frank," Macca alongside co-host Simon Houston tackles today's big issues with his unique style, joined by top names in sport, music, entertainment, and more. Tune in for a wild ride!

• No. of episodes: 46
• Latest episode: 2025-04-24
• Sports

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