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The Good, The Bad & The Football

The Good, The Bad & The Football

Platform Media 37 episodes Nov 11, 2026

The Good, The Bad & The Football is a weekly podcast hosted by Manchester United legends Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt alongside comedian Paddy McGuinness. Each episode dives into the conversations fans are having in WhatsApp groups, building sites, and barbershops across the UK, with humor and honesty. The show features interviews with football's biggest names, sharing stories and behind-the-scenes insights from years at the heart of one of the game's most successful teams. It promises real football talk and laughs, without the executive boxes or croissant-laden tables.

Episodes

POCH IN, CARRICK OUT? | GBF EMERGENCY POD 🚨
POCH IN, CARRICK OUT? | GBF EMERGENCY POD 🚨 Nov 11, 2026 27:17 Paul, Nicky & Paddy jump on for an emergency podcast as news emerges that Manchester United are set to replace manager Michael Carrick with Mauricio Pochettino. The Good, The Bad & The Football is sponsored by Midnite, the betting app that's built different: https://www.midnite.com/ 18+, please gamble responsibly. ───────────────────────────── 📩 GOT A QUESTION FOR THE LADS? Email the team at:
James Nelson-Joyce: Scholes RUINED My Childhood
James Nelson-Joyce: Scholes RUINED My Childhood Nov 9, 2026 1:14:00 Paul, Nicky & Paddy welcome This City Is Ours star James Nelson-Joyce onto the podcast to discuss everything from his big break to his memories supporting Liverpool as a child. The Good, The Bad & The Football is sponsored by Midnite, the betting app that's built different: https://www.midnite.com/ 18+, please gamble responsibly. ───────────────────────────── 🏆 LINKS Check Decagon out at
The Lisandro Martinez Debate.
The Lisandro Martinez Debate. Nov 2, 2026 1:05:42 Paul, Nicky & Paddy discuss the fallout from Lisandro Martinez's sending off at Stamford Bridge in Manchester United's 2-0 loss to Chelsea on Saturday. ───────────────────────────── 🏆 LINKS Enter for the chance to win two tickets to Manchester United vs RB Leipzig 👉 https://www.thatprizeguy.co.uk For more information on HubSpot, learn more at https://www.HubSpot.com ──────────────────────────
Scholes & Butt's FURIOUS Rant About Manchester United.
Scholes & Butt's FURIOUS Rant About Manchester United. Oct 26, 2026 1:10:39 Paul, Paddy & Nicky review Manchester United's 3-0 loss to Bournemouth and the aftermath, leaving Michael Carrick's future in massive doubt. The Good, The Bad & The Football is sponsored by Midnite, the betting app that's built different: https://www.midnite.com/ 18+, please gamble responsibly. ───────────────────────────── 🏆 LINKS Enter for the chance to win £200,000 for just 19p 👉 https://ww
Gordon Strachan: The GENIUS Man Management of Sir Alex Ferguson.
Gordon Strachan: The GENIUS Man Management of Sir Alex Ferguson. Oct 19, 2026 1:15:00 Paul, Nicky & Paddy welcome Gordon Strachan onto the show to discuss the genius of Sir Alex Ferguson and reflect on a difficult week for Manchester United following Lisandro Martinez's explosive post-match interview. The Good, The Bad & The Football is sponsored by Midnite, the betting app that's built different: https://www.midnite.com/ 18+, please gamble responsibly. ─────────────────────
Man United Are BOTTLERS! What Michael Carrick Will REALLY Be Thinking.
Man United Are BOTTLERS! What Michael Carrick Will REALLY Be Thinking. Oct 12, 2026 1:09:58 Paul, Nicky & Paddy discuss the fallout from Manchester City's 3-0 win at Anfield, despite the talk of Liverpool's intense atmosphere in the build-up and Manchester United's disappointing 1-1 draw with Tottenham in the Premier League. The Good, The Bad & The Football is sponsored by Midnite, the betting app that's built different: https://www.midnite.com/18+, please gamble responsibly. Watch D
Scholes & Littler: Utd’s BEST XI, biggest FEARS & will Luke BEAT Phil Taylor’s record?
Scholes & Littler: Utd’s BEST XI, biggest FEARS & will Luke BEAT Phil Taylor’s record? Oct 5, 2026 24:56 GBF Presents: CARDS ON THE TABLE A brand-new one-on-one interview show where guests lay their football knowledge, opinions & stories on the table. First up, Paul Scholes meets darts World Champion Luke Littler to discuss topics including United's best all-time Premier League XI, their greatest fears, whether Luke will beat Phil 'The Power' Taylor's record of 16 World Championships, and debate w
Scholes & Butt React To Man City's GUILTY Verdict
Scholes & Butt React To Man City's GUILTY Verdict Sep 29, 2026 1:08:09 Paul, Nicky & Paddy are joined by Mark Ogden to dissect the reports that Manchester City have been found guilty of 114 charges in their court case against the Premier League. What repercussions could they face? What does it mean for their legacy? The Good, The Bad & The Football is sponsored by Midnite, the betting app that's built different: https://www.midnite.com/ 18+, please gamble responsib
Man United In CRISIS?  Are Arsenal Still Favourites? & The Worst Haircut In The PL!
Man United In CRISIS? Are Arsenal Still Favourites? & The Worst Haircut In The PL! Sep 21, 2026 1:04:07 Paul, Nicky & Paddy reflect on Manchester United's drab 1-1 draw with Fulham, as well as Arsenal and Chelsea's surprise defeats. The Good, The Bad & The Football is sponsored by Midnite, the betting app that's built different: https://www.midnite.com/ 18+, please gamble responsibly. ───────────────────────────── 🏆 LINKS Enter for the chance to win a GBF Weekender FOR FREE: https://thatprizeguy
Where Man United Went WRONG! | Scholes & Butt Discuss Manchester Derby Defeat
Where Man United Went WRONG! | Scholes & Butt Discuss Manchester Derby Defeat Sep 14, 2026 1:17:40 Paul, Nicky & Paddy welcome James Milner onto the show to react to the controversial Manchester derby, while James discusses the brilliance of Jurgen Klopp & Mohamed Salah, sharing a dressing room with Mario Balotelli and other incredible stories from his career. The Good, The Bad & The Football is sponsored by Midnite, the betting app that's built different: https://www.midnite.com/ 18+, please
United Have Let Carrick Down! Arsenal Are Unstoppable & Rogers vs Rice CLASH!
United Have Let Carrick Down! Arsenal Are Unstoppable & Rogers vs Rice CLASH! Sep 7, 2026 1:07:39 Paul, Nicky & Paddy reflect on the weekend's Premier League action, including Everton's 2-2 draw with Manchester United and Arsenal coming from behind to beat Chelsea. The Good, The Bad & The Football is sponsored by Midnite, the betting app that's built different: https://www.midnite.com/ 18+, please gamble responsibly. ───────────────────────────── 🏆 LINKS Enter for the chance to win a GBF W
Cherki Raises Alarm Bells, Enzo Fernandez Could Ruin Chelsea & Paul's Fight With Xabi Alonso
Cherki Raises Alarm Bells, Enzo Fernandez Could Ruin Chelsea & Paul's Fight With Xabi Alonso Aug 31, 2026 1:04:32 Paul, Nicky & Paddy reflect on the weekend's Premier League action, including Man United's thumping 5-2 win over Ipswich, Chelsea's terrific front three and why Rayan Cherki would never have been allowed to give THAT interview under Sir Alex Ferguson... The Good, The Bad & The Football is sponsored by Midnite, the betting app that's built different: https://www.midnite.com/ 18+, please gamble re

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