What does it take to step into Premier League management — and follow in the footsteps of a close friend?

In this episode of the talkSPORT Daily, Natalie Sawyer sits down with Brentford boss Keith Andrews for an honest and engaging conversation about ambition, opportunity and belief.

Andrews reflects on the influence of Thomas Frank - a friend and a key reason behind his move to Brentford - and whether he believes Frank will bounce back. There’s a lighter moment as he admits how much he’s enjoying management, before revealing he first set his sights on the job at just 29, while still playing.

He also discusses the lessons he’s learned, Brentford’s European ambitions, Igor Thiago's dreams of being Brazil's number 9, and how his side could yet have a say in the title race.

Insightful and quietly confident, this is a compelling look at a manager embracing his moment in the Premier League.

Produced by: Daniel Kane, Romario Webster, Alex Ratcliffe

Edited by: Daniel Kane

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Fiery Fridays are BACK and in today's episode, Adrian Durham believes Mr Marinakis is making Forest Great again by sacking his 4th manager this season, Sean Dyche... Alex Crook of course completely disagrees! Angelina Kelly gets a bit from Crooky after saying Spurs fans should stop fantasising over Mauricio Pochettino following Thomas Frank's sacking & Crooky also tears into the guy that's growing his hair until Man United win 5 in a row - Crooky was on one!

As you know by now every Friday, it’s all about bold opinions, strong feelings, and arguments just waiting to happen. Because as the week winds down, we’re turning the heat all the way up… That's another three HUGE opinions… no sitting on the fence… and absolutely no fear of things getting a little heated.

Produced by: Daniel Kane

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Adrian Durham brings you a comprehensive round-up of Wednesday evening's Premier League action, which was all exclusively live across the talkSPORT network, plus all the fallout to Thomas Frank's departure as Tottenham Hotspur manager. Adrian was joined by former England striker, Dean Ashton, our Manchester correspondent and former England left-back, Micky Gray, and former Arsenal midfielder, Adrian Clarke.

After Manchester City beat Fulham 3-0, are they coming for table toppers Arsenal? Liverpool became the first team to win at the Stadium Of Light this season, but has that result eased any pressure on Arne Slot? There were more dropped points for Sean Dyche, this time at home to basement side Wolves, so could his day's be numbered as Nottingham Forest boss? Is Fabian Hurzeler under pressure at Brighton after another defeat? Could Burnley pull off an incredible escape after their win at Crystal Palace? And after Spurs sacked Thomas Frank, could they genuinely get relegated?

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Adrian Durham brings you all of the instant reaction to a DRAMATIC night of Premier League action, as goals, late twists and mounting pressure dominated Tuesday’s fixtures on talkSPORT.

Adrian is joined by a whole host of big names, including former England defender Stuart Pearce and ex-Chelsea full-back Scott Minto as they react to yet another home defeat for Spurs piling even more pressure on Thomas Frank. They also divulge Man United's late equaliser against West Ham, Chelsea throwing it all away against Leeds with Cole Palmer missing from 2 yards out AND a nightmare night for David Moyes and Everton.

Nothing is missed in a full Premier League results round-up and reaction... You don’t want to miss this one :)

Produced by: Daniel Kane

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The opening weekend of the Six Nations delivered shock results, dominant performances and early pressure across the Championship - and we've got all of the fallout here for you as well as a big preview to this weekend's fixtures..

Former England winger Topsy Ojo and Alfie Reynolds delve into Scotland’s stunning defeat to Italy whch puts Gregor Townsend firmly under the spotlight - They discuss whether he has a future as the Scotland head coach at the end of the Championships as well as disecting England’s dominant display against a shockingly poor Welsh side and France's easy win over Ireland

The boys also discuss Andy Farrell’s response to claims that a gap is growing between Ireland and the rest and look ahead to what will certainly be a defining weekend in the Championship with a huge Calcutta Cup at Murrayfield.

Punchy, opinionated and straight to the point — essential listening for Six Nations fans.

Producer: Daniel Kane & Romario Webster

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Have referees officially taken it too far? Is it finally time to knock VAR on the head?

Former Premier League referee Chris Foy joins Jeff Stelling and Ally McCoist to offer expert insight into the key decisions, the pressure on officials, and whether VAR is still fit for purpose after another weekend of chaos!

Meanwhile there's no VAR in the Championship and one club that could be dragged down there next season crazily enough is last year's Europa League winners, Tottenham. Jeff and Ally break down the points that could define their run-in as well as discuss whether they need to sack Thomas Frank in order to stay up!

Essential listening after yet another controversial weekends for referees.

Produced by: Daniel Kane & Simeon Wright

Edited by: Daniel Kane

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Manchester City may be through to the League Cup final, but they’ve won just one of their last six Premier League matches. With Guardiola taking aim at referees, Rodri fuelling conspiracy talk and Pep making political statements, is it all a deliberate distraction - or a sign he’s looking towards the exit?

Olly Clink is joined by talkSPORT’s Man in Manchester, and former Sunderland, Blackburn and England full-back, Micky Gray.

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