Rob Phillips

Former BBC Wales Football Correspondent and somewhat excitable commentator. These are my views - who else would want them?

[Rob Phillips @robphillipshere]

From recording the latest @robandblakey Commentary Box podcast - IMHO a belter with @Cymru legend Chris Coleman - to the tv gantry at Rodney Parade to commentate on @CymruU19s v Finland U19s.,Watch on Cymru Football TV. Ko7pm

[Rob Phillips @robphillipshere]

Loved recording this with @Cymru legend Chris Coleman - the man who inspired an unforgettable summer at #Euro2016. Chris reflects on his career, has advice for young players & talks about his future. He also helps grade the starts made by our 4 EFL clubs. Enjoy & Subscribe.🙏

[RobandBlakey @robandblakey]

This is a BUMPER episode. Season 2, Episode 13 of the Rob and Blakey Commentary Box podcast with @robphillipshere and @NathanBlake09!

We are joined by Former Wales manager Chris Coleman ahead of the Nations League finale! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

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[RobandBlakey @robandblakey]

A MAMMOTH episode is in store this week with @robphillipshere and @NathanBlake09 with a legendary figure in Welsh football!

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[Rob Phillips @robphillipshere]

Just under a third of the season gone. Now we want YOUR thoughts on how your club has done so far. Grade your team A to E and tell us why. Reply here ⬇️⬇️🙏🏻🙏🏻 We record Wednesday lunchtime, will read out best posts. 👍👍

[RobandBlakey @robandblakey]

Calling all @CardiffCityFC, @SwansOfficial, @Wrexham_AFC and @NewportCounty fans!

We want to hear from YOU ahead of tomorrow's episode!!

How would you grade your side's performance so far this season?

Drop your thoughts below!

[RobandBlakey @robandblakey]

Watch the latest episode of the Rob and Blakey Commentary Box podcast with @robphillipshere and @NathanBlake09, as we record Episode 13 TOMORROW!

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[RobandBlakey @robandblakey]

Win, Lose, Draw: Call the Score!

@NathanBlake09 wins this week with five points!

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[Rob Phillips @robphillipshere]

2/2 The effort, endeavour & work rate of @NewportCounty is just phenomenal. They epitomise the phrase “in your face,” they know what they are about & both galvanise & then feed off raucous fans. At home Hayden Mullins has made them horrible to face - in the nicest possible way!

[Rob Phillips @robphillipshere]

A fine #FACup win for @NewportCounty despite trailing early to a @WFCOfficial side flying high in L2. @CardiffCityFC loanee Kion Etete is thriving & looks strong, good to see Michael Adu-Poku score. But most of all it’s about the team ethic.1/2

[Rob Phillips @robphillipshere]

@Trickya11t @BBCRadioWales @NewportCounty @WFCOfficial @BBCSport @NathanBlake09 When I was about 12, Tricky!! 😂😂Hope you are well, mate!👍👏

[Rob Phillips @robphillipshere]

Delighted to be packing kit and prep notes ready for my return to the @BBCRadioWales commentary box. I’m at Rodney Parade for the #FACup tie between @NewportCounty v @WFCOfficial on 95.9FM & @BBCSport online alongside my guardian 🪽@NathanBlake09.

[Rob Phillips @robphillipshere]

Gotta luv @NewportCounty fans - always thinking of me!! ❤️ @NathanBlake09 @lukejh06 @BBCRadioWales #firstaid

[Rob Phillips @robphillipshere]

Well, it’s clear @countymascot is up for the Cup at Rodney Parade!! #Spyttythedog #FACup

[Rob Phillips @robphillipshere]

Joy to chat with Welsh 🏉legend Scott Gibbs at the Castle Hotel, Neath. Scott was in fine, humorous form talking about his life in both rugby codes (of course including THAT 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 try at Wembley & victorious 🦁 tour to 🇿🇦). Cracking audience Q&A, too. Thanks to all there. 👍👍

[RobRyanRed - Wrexham AFC Podcast @RobRyanRed]

Today marks Phil Parkinson’s 150th home game as Wrexham manager.

It’s been good, hasn’t it? 🔥

#WxmAFC

[RobandBlakey @robandblakey]

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[RobandBlakey @robandblakey]

Another busy week in the Adran Premier!

@robphillipshere and Jess run through the @AdranLeagues Premier, including wins for @CardiffCityFCW, @CardiffMetWFC and @WrexhamAFCWomen, plus @tnsfcwomen being held by @btuwomenfc.

#AdranLeagues #Football #WomensFootball #WelshFootball

[Rob Phillips @robphillipshere]

Welsh football has lost one of its great servants & characters. When I started reporting on Welsh League football more than 40 years ago on the Pontypridd Observer, I dealt with Don. He was a delight. Saw him years later - still smiling!!Condolences to family & friends. #RIPDon

[Ardal Southern @ArdalSouthern]

With the permission of his family, Taffs Well Football Club sadly announces the passing of club legend Mr Don James at the age of 95, following a brief spell of ill health.

The committee and club members are absolutely devastated. Known affectionately to everyone as "The Don," he was truly "Mr Taffs Well Football Club."

Don first joined in 1960 when the club was on the verge of folding after a couple of incredibly difficult seasons. Under his influence, the club began to rise again. Promotion was gained in the late 1960s, followed by an extraordinary era in the 1970s where the club surpassed all expectations—winning the Amateur League for three consecutive seasons and lifting the South Wales Intermediate Cup twice.

With Don at the helm, the club entered the Welsh League in 1978 and opened the clubhouse in 1979, never looking back.

While he always humbly acknowledged the help of others—for whom he had the utmost respect—we all considered him to be our true figurehead and main man.

Don, you were a credit to the village of Taffs Well and a giant of Welsh football. Above all, you were a wonderful husband to Lydia for over 70 years, and a devoted dad to Jackie and Claire. What a man.

Our deepest condolences go out to all of his family at this incredibly sad time.

On behalf of all @ArdalSouthern our deepest condolences to Don's family and friends and all @Taffswellfc

[Rob Phillips @robphillipshere]

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[Wrexham AFC @Wrexham_AFC]

Wrexham AFC Announce Executive Change

Wrexham AFC have today announced the departure of Club CEO Michael Williamson. Club Director Shaun Harvey will take over as acting CEO.

Full statement: https://t.co/iV0iMVmUgK

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[RobandBlakey @robandblakey]

Rodney Parade is Becoming a Ground Teams Dread to Play at.

@robphillipshere and @NathanBlake09 discuss @NewportCounty's excellent home form so far, as the Exiles blitzed @ChesterfieldFC 4-1 last Friday.

#Football #Soccer #EFL #Newport #Exiles