#189 - A Coaching Journey w/ Martin Foyston
Tue Feb 03 2026
In this episode, we sit down with Martin Foyston whose journey into football leadership didn’t start on the pitch—but in film studies. From early days using analysis as a competitive edge, to learning under elite mentors like Roy Hodgson, to taking bold career risks that led to over a decade as a head coach in Scandinavia, this conversation explores the human side of modern coaching.
We dive into the highs of historic promotions, the importance of culture when success arrives, and the lows that come with being sacked. Now, for the first time in a while, Martin has stepped away from the day-to-day grind of the field—offering rare perspective, honesty, and reflection on how the game (and the person coaching it) has evolved.
A thoughtful, candid conversation about growth, resilience, and what truly shapes a coach over time. A must listen.
Listen to find out more including;
- Utilizing analysis as a competitive advantage.
- Why Martin chases the feeling of discomfort?
- What powerful role models taught Martin about leadership and development?
- How Scandinavia has shaped Martin as a coach and person?
- Every gamble each assistant coach must eventually make.
Timestamps;
00:00 - 10:39 - Intro
10:40 - 25:32 - Fulham
25:33 - 34:22 - Analysis
34:23 - 45:16 - Scandinavia
45:17 - 53:06 - Osters
53:07 - 1:05:42 - Culture
1:05:43 - 1:23:19 - Reflections
Get in touch;
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conorwalsh1995/
YouTube; https://www.youtube.com/@TheLowdownPod
Email: cwalsh95@outlook.ie
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In this episode, we sit down with Martin Foyston whose journey into football leadership didn’t start on the pitch—but in film studies. From early days using analysis as a competitive edge, to learning under elite mentors like Roy Hodgson, to taking bold career risks that led to over a decade as a head coach in Scandinavia, this conversation explores the human side of modern coaching. We dive into the highs of historic promotions, the importance of culture when success arrives, and the lows that come with being sacked. Now, for the first time in a while, Martin has stepped away from the day-to-day grind of the field—offering rare perspective, honesty, and reflection on how the game (and the person coaching it) has evolved. A thoughtful, candid conversation about growth, resilience, and what truly shapes a coach over time. A must listen. Listen to find out more including; - Utilizing analysis as a competitive advantage. - Why Martin chases the feeling of discomfort? - What powerful role models taught Martin about leadership and development? - How Scandinavia has shaped Martin as a coach and person? - Every gamble each assistant coach must eventually make. Timestamps; 00:00 - 10:39 - Intro 10:40 - 25:32 - Fulham 25:33 - 34:22 - Analysis 34:23 - 45:16 - Scandinavia 45:17 - 53:06 - Osters 53:07 - 1:05:42 - Culture 1:05:43 - 1:23:19 - Reflections Get in touch; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conorwalsh1995/ YouTube; https://www.youtube.com/@TheLowdownPod Email: cwalsh95@outlook.ie