Frank Stapleton: Arsenal, Man Uni...

Frank Stapleton: Arsenal, Man United, Maradona & Cruyff

Macca & Beats by Darren Beattie & Chris McGrath

Episode notes

Former Arsenal and Manchester United striker Frank Stapleton joins us for an incredible look back at one of football’s greatest eras.

From signing for Arsenal as a teenager, to becoming a Wembley hero, transferring to Manchester United, playing against Diego Maradona, working under Johan Cruyff and witnessing the arrival of Sir Alex Ferguson — Frank shares stories from an unforgettable career.

We also dive into:

Leaving Arsenal for Manchester United

The famous 1979 FA Cup Final

Old Trafford in the 1980s

Football before the Bosman ruling

Playing in Europe

Ajax under Johan Cruyff

Ireland, Wembley and dressing-room culture

A brilliant football conversation packed with stories, honesty and nostalgia.

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footballManchester United legends