Great Characters of Footy

Great Characters of Footy

Great Characters of Footy

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Great Characters of Footy

"They don't make 'em like this anymore!"

2009

1h 20m

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Overview

They are the biggest names in football...the good guys, the bad guys and those who weren't quite sure! Join Sam Newman as he talks to the characters of the game, past and present.

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Nine Network Australia

Cast & Crew

6 members

Acting

Sam Newman

Host

Sam Newman

Acting

Robert DiPierdomenico

Unknown Role

Robert DiPierdomenico

Acting

Brian Taylor

Unknown Role

Brian Taylor

Acting

Brendan Fevola

Unknown Role

Brendan Fevola

Acting

Rex Hunt

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Billy Brownless

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