Phil Gould

Phil Gould

Australia AustraliacoachMaleb. 19635.7Global Dominance: 0.01%

Phil Gould is a veteran rugby league coach and commentator, known for his outspoken views on the sport and his critical stance on player decisions regarding code-switching.

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Phil Gould referred to Matt Burton's potential market value and contract considerations for the Bulldogs.

Canterbury Bulldogs’ Matt Burton, Stephen Crichton and Lachlan Galvin in latest halves shake-up
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-06-21
6.0

Phil Gould commented on the notion of Nathan Cleary having to 'own' an Origin series as ridiculous.

Bears lure Wallabies legend in key code-switch signing
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-06-21
6.0

Phil Gould gives advice to the NSW selectors regarding their selection process.

Laurie Daley can’t save the NSW Blues. But Andrew Johns can
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-06-20
5.0

Phil Gould's comments about a young player sparked controversy and led to the introduction of anti-tampering rules.

Integrity Unit investigating Mal Meninga over claims he courted Bulldogs duo
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-05-30
4.0

Phil Gould is a prominent sports commentator and the general manager of football at Canterbury.

Why Gould wouldn’t talk about the only thing everyone is talking about
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-05-28
6.0

Phil Gould confirmed via social media that Burton would play at Allegiant Stadium if fit.

Bulldogs star cleared for Las Vegas opener against Dragons
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-02-16
7.0

Phil Gould is the general manager of the Bulldogs and provides polarising opinions on the team's performance.

Why only six players remain from Ciraldo’s first season at the Canterbury Bulldogs
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-01-18
5.0

Hetherington has made 96 NRL appearances but is yet to realise the potential that once prompted Phil Gould to label him an 'elite' talent capable of playing at State of Origin level.

Eli Katoa is on the road to recovery. But for now, how do the Melbourne Storm replace him?
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-12-20
5.0

Phil Gould was firmly against changing the kick-off rule and expressed his opinion publicly.

Wayne Bennett, Craig Bellamy and Ricky Stuart to discuss bunker, sin-bins and kick-off rule
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-12-01
3.0

Phil Gould's dedication to work is evident as he continues to work even while recovering from a heart operation.

How Munster plans to thank Storm chairman for saving his career
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-10-04
7.0

Phil Gould had a clandestine meeting with Shaun Johnson that contributed to his return to the Warriors.

Shaun Johnson: The burning question from his NRL career, regrets, joy and moving on
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-10-04
6.0

Phil Gould has been in hospital for the past 48 hours undergoing tests on his heart.

Canterbury Bulldogs general manager Phil Gould hospitalised to undergo heart tests
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-10-01
5.0
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Phil Gould declared on a podcast that he thinks Lachlan Galvin is the best teenage footballer he's ever seen.

Nathan Cleary’s words of support for Canterbury Bulldogs halfback Lachie Galvin on eve of blockbuster NRL semi-final
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-20
8.0

There were even versions featuring Bulldogs general manager Phil Gould.

Bulldogs captain ruled out of semi-final against Panthers
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-20
5.0

Phil Gould has re-signed as the general manager of football for the Bulldogs until 2031.

Canterbury Bulldogs riding wave of bumper crowd and social media frenzy
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-20
9.0

Phil Gould is recognized for his significant contributions to the Canterbury Bulldogs football department.

Phil Gould and Canterbury Bulldogs close ranks round Lachlan Galvin’s family
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-13
9.0

Stefano Utoikamanu felt bad saying no to Phil Gould and Canterbury Bulldogs.

Why Melbourne Storm giant Stefano Utoikamanu felt bad saying no to Phil Gould and Canterbury Bulldogs
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-12
6.0

Phil Gould was pinched by the Bulldogs from the Panthers as their football manager.

Did Canterbury Bulldogs just raid premiers Penrith Panthers yet again?
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-09
5.0

Phil Gould is the general manager of the Canterbury Bulldogs and has secured a contract extension until 2031.

Canterbury Bulldogs land prized signatures of Cameron Ciraldo and Phil Gould until the end of 2031
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-08
8.0

Phil Gould brings his own again as one of the most polarising figures in rugby league.

Canterbury Bulldogs captain Stephen Crichton fires up finals siege mentality at Belmore Oval
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-09-08
4.0

Phil Gould loves Connor Tracey and has spoken positively about Ryan Papenhuyzen's loyalty to the Melbourne Storm.

Phil Gould loves Connor Tracey. But Gus really wanted Ryan Papenhuyzen
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-08-18
8.0

Phil Gould commented on the Penrith Panthers trainer debate and criticized the reactions surrounding it.

Phil Gould doubles down on ‘stupid’ Penrith Panthers trainer debate
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-08-06
5.0

In the background Phil Gould was doing Phil Gould things, enticing Ciraldo to Belmore in a major coup for the Bulldogs.

Just another week? Winning the Galvin Cup was the Tigers’ grand final
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-08-04
6.0

Phil Gould is the Bulldogs general manager and attended a luncheon hosted by The Cure The Future Foundation.

‘Dog head’ Tamer Uzun has final crack at Paul Kent
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2025-08-02
5.0