Tony Coton: From Saving Shots to Spotting Stars | Birmingham City, Man United, England & Beyond
Made in Brum PodcastJanuary 25, 2026

Tony Coton: From Saving Shots to Spotting Stars | Birmingham City, Man United, England & Beyond

Tony Coton sits down with the Made in Brum podcast to reflect on a remarkable career between the sticks and beyond. From his days as a fearless keeper at Birmingham City and Manchester City, to becoming a trusted scout at Manchester United and England — this is a story packed with grit, glory, and great laughs.

Coton opens up on:

His early days at Blues and playing at St Andrew’s

Iconic moments across the Football League and Premier League

Working with Sir Alex Ferguson and scouting the next generation

Insights from the England setup

Life after football, injury battles, and staying in the game

💥 Whether you're a Birmingham fan, a goalkeeping nerd, or just love a footballing tale well told — this one’s for you.