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Keith Andrews Interview: Set-piece coach to Premier League manager of the year?
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Brentford are in the running to secure European football for the first time in the club’s history.
On this special episode of The Athletic FC Podcast, we’ll be bringing you an interview with head coach Keith Andrews, discussing his transition from set-piece coach to Premier League manager and the journey that led him to this point.
The interview took place in Gunnersbury Park where Brentford's Community Sports Trust were putting on an event, in conjunction with new front of shirt sponsor Indeed, at their Clubhouse Cafe a social impact and community-led space that opened in September 2025.
Ayo is joined by The Athletic's Oli Kay & Caoimhe O'Neill to reflect on the occasion, and discuss the incredible work Brentford FC do in the local community.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
Guests: Oli Kay & Caoimhe O’Neill
Featuring: Keith Andrews & Caoimhin Kelleher
Exec Producer: Adey Moorhead
Producer: Jay Beale
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