The Rest Is Football
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, and Micah Richards discuss football's biggest stories. From last-minute winners to transfer sagas, fantasy football gems, and the drama behind the scenes. With strong opinions, brilliant chemistry, and decades of Premier League experience, The Rest Is Football serves up three episodes every week packed with insights, dressing-room stories, and proper laughs. Whether it’s VAR controversies, title races, European nights, or England’s hopes in international tournaments, no topic is off the table. It's the essential podcast for football fans.
Episodes
Spain win the World Cup as Rodri reigns supreme
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, and Joe Cole reflect on Spain beating Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final in a match that saw De La Fuente's side dominate Messi's Argentina from start to finish
We also look back at our best moments of the tournament with our intrepid England reporter Rob Jones
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Emma Hayes & Joe Hart on Tuchel questioning England’s DNA
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Joe Hart and Emma Hayes reflect further on England's World Cup exit now that we've got a bit of distance since the game - including Emma's view as a coach on Tuchel's tactical decisions and we get Joe's view on Jude Bellingham's reaction to Jordan Pickford's effort to save the first Argentina goal
Plus we look ahead to the final on Sunday between Spain
England's "fear of failure" costs them against Argentina
England are out of the World Cup after a 2-1 loss to Argentina. Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Joe Cole, Ally McCoist and Patrick Vieira react to yet another major tournament heartbreak for the Three Lions and look at the hard to understand approach from Thomas Tuchel after his side went 1-0 up.
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England v Argentina & France v Spain - who reaches the final?
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Joe Cole and Mikel John Obi preview a pair of mouthwatering World Cup semi-finals starting with France v Spain - will France's firepower be able to crack the steely Spanish defence? Will Lamine Yamal have his moment and see his side through to another final?
And of course there's England v Argentina, will the brilliance of Messi be too much for England
Bellingham saves England and sets up semi-final v Argentina and Messi
Gary Lineker, Micah Richards, Joe Cole and Ally McCoist react to England beating Norway 2-1 in the World Cup quarter-final thanks to yet more brilliance from Jude Bellingham. How long can we turn in substandard performances while relying on our stars to bail us out?
We also hear from Alan Shearer who has particularly strident views on Djed Spence being denied a penalty by VAR
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Electric Mbappe cements France's place as favourites
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Micah Richards and Joe Cole reflect on the first quarter-final as France beat Morocco 2-0 thanks to another impressive showing from Kylian Mbappe. Can any of the other contenders stop Didier Deschamps' side?
There's also a look at the surprising decision by FIFA to extend the suspension of England's Jarell Quansah to two matches following his red card against Mexico
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Messi inspires Argentina again as Egypt left fuming with VAR
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Micah Richards and Joe Cole react to Argentina's late comeback as they beat Egypt 3-2 in a game which featured yet another goal, and an assist, from Messi and a contentious VAR call that left Egypt up in arms
We also look at Switzerland progressing via penalties against Colombia in a shootout which continued the trend of centre-backs stepping up and missing their penal
Zohran Mamdani - why he loves Arsenal and hates hydration breaks
Gary Lineker sits down with the Mayor of New York City Zohran Mamdani to talk soccer, his Arsenal origin story and get his views on the impact the World Cup is having in his city and beyond
They also talk ticket prices, hydration breaks, and some of the wider issues surrounding the tournament
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Brilliant England battle through Mexico test to the Quarter Finals
Gary Lineker, Micah Richards, Brad Friedel, Joe Hart, Alex Aljoe and Aitch react to a famous England win over Mexico at the Azteca. They pick out huge performances from the likes of Jordan Pickford, Jude Bellingham and Anthony Gordon as they overcame a hostile atmosphere and a red card to finish the match 3-2 victors. After defeating Brazil, all eyes turn to Norway who await Thomas Tuchel and his
Argentina survive huge scare against Cape Verde as Messi makes it 8 in a row
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Joe Cole and Christopher Eccleston discuss a World Cup classic, as Cape Verde took Argentina to extra time before finally losing 3-2.
They also look at Thomas Tuchel's preparations for their knockout game against Mexico on Sunday and the tactical matchups that will be pivotal to England's chances of victory.
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Kane to the rescue as England squeeze past DR Congo
Gary Lineker, Micah Richards, Joe Cole, Brad Friedel and Rob Beckett react to England's 2-1 win over DR Congo thanks to a late brace from Harry Kane - should we be worried about that performance or is relying on your world class players to get you over the line perfectly acceptable? Micah and Gary have different views...
We also look at the USA's victory over Bosnia with Brad and assess their cha
Terrible Germany crash out as Brazil fight back
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Emma Hayes, Millie Bright and Joe Cole break down a big World Cup shock as a disappointing Germany were sent home by Paraguay on penalties.
They also reflect on Brazil’s 2-1 victory over Japan, with Carlo Ancelotti’s men overturning an early goal to put the South Americans through to the Round of 16.
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Mentality monster Bellingham sees England top the group
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, and Micah Richards are joined by five-time Ryder cup winner Ian Poulter and our England reporter Rob Jones to reflect on England's 2-0 win over Panama that saw them top the group thanks to another big performance from Jude Bellingham
We also get the thoughts of Harry Maguire after his former teammate Harry Kane broke Gary's record and became England's all-time top scor
England struggle in Ghana stalemate and Ronaldo gets off the mark
England's second group game curse struck again as they laboured to a 0-0 draw with Ghana in Boston. Gary Lineker is joined by Micah Richards, Harry Maguire, Joe Cole and Patrick Vieira for reaction to a disappointing performance from Thomas Tuchel's side.
There's also a look at Cristiano Ronaldo joining the party as he scored twice in Portugal's 5-0 win over Uzbekistan.
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Lamine Yamal lights it up and Cape Verde continue to dream
Gary Lineker, Micah Richards, Joe Cole, Ally McCoist, Joe Hart and Mo Gilligan reflect on Lamine Yamal inspiring Spain to a 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia and they also look at the amazing scenes in Miami as Cape Verde fought to a 2-2 draw with Uruguay to keep their dream of qualifying for the knockout stage alove.
Mo also has tales of playing alongside Roberto Carlos and Cafu at Soccer Aid and Joe Ha
Defeat for Scotland and Cunha at the double for Brazil
Gary Lineker is joined by Joe Cole, Harry Maguire, Patrick Vieira and Sex Education star Asa Butterfield to reflect on Scotland's narrow defeat to an impressive Morocco side - where does that leave Steve Clarke's men heading into their final group game with Brazil?
Speaking of Brazil, they put three past Haiti to keep pace with Morocco, with Matheus Cunha bagging a brace. There's also a look at U
England off to a flyer as Bellingham and Kane take centre stage
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, Harry Maguire, Joe Cole and World Cup winner Patrick Vieira reflect on a brilliant night for England as they opened their campaign with a 4-2 win over Croatia in Dallas.
Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane were at the heart of it all but they also look at Tuchel's selection in defence, his use of the substitutes, and the stern words he had for the team as th
Harry Maguire on the facetime with Tuchel which ended his World Cup dream
Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Joe Cole were joined on Netlifx in New York by Harry Maguire who lifted the lid on the conversation where Thomas Tuchel delivered the news that he wasn't in the World Cup squad and how it happened over facetime!
There's also discussion of England's chances, the importance of Jordan Henderson, and what Jude Bellingham is really like behind the scenes
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Scotland's crucial win and Niall Horan's rondo with Neymar
Scotland won their must-win game against Haiti and now find themselves top of Group C after Brazil and Morocco's 1-1 draw. Gary, Alan, Micah and Joe Cole look at both of those games as well as reacting to USA's impressive 4-1 over Paraguay on Friday.
We're also joined in the studio by Niall Horan with tales of partying with Neymar and Messi
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Frank Lampard & Joe Cole join us as the World Cup kicks off
The World Cup has finally started and it was a very lively opener as Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in a game with three red cards.
Gary, Alan and Micah are joined live in their Times Square studio by Frank Lampard and Joe Cole to look at the game and get the pair's thoughts on who Thomas Tuchel should select for England's game against Croatia
There's also a look at the challenge ahead for Lampar
Will Harry Kane win the World Cup for England?
Gary, Alan and Micah get into World Cup mode as the tournament approaches, breaking down key talking points and setting the scene for what’s to come on the biggest stage in football.
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Terry Butcher: Invisible Wounds
Gary is joined by his former England teammate Terry Butcher to discuss his powerful new documentary, Butcher: Invisible Wounds. Terry opens up about the devastating loss of his son, Chris, and explains how sharing his story in the documentary has helped him cope with his grief and continue the healing process.
The pair also look back on Terry's remarkable football career, from the glory years a
QUIZ: Most Brazilian Appearances In The Premier League
The season's final quiz is here, and it's make-or-break for Alan. The topic: the Brazilians with the most Premier League appearances. With only one victory to his name all season, can he finally topple Micah and salvage some pride before the curtain falls?
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Penalty heartbreak for Arsenal as PSG go back-to-back
Gary and Micah review the Champions League final as Arsenal had their dreams dashed in a penalty shootout and PSG became only the second team to win the competition in back-to-back seasons
Did the referee get the big penalty calls right? Was it a victory for PSG's style of football over Arsenal's attempt to rely on their defence? And what sort of player does Arteta need to add to his squad in o
Quiz: Most Left Footed Premier League Goals
Arch rivals Alan and Micah go head-to-head once again in this week’s quiz, tackling one challenge: naming the Premier League players with the most left-footed goals.
With Gary officially retired from quiz duty after a run of disastrous performances, the pressure is on. But when Micah’s own teammate lets him down at a crucial moment, could it hand Alan the victory?
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Jose Mourinho to calm the chaos at the Bernabeu?
Real Madrid's shambolic season has featured Tchouaméni and Valverde fined for scrapping, Xabi Alonso sacked, a underwhelming caretaker spell from Alvaro Arbeloa, fans booing the players, no trophies, and a distant second place finish - so naturally the man to bring order to the chaos is...Jose Mourinho? Gary and Alex Aljoe look at the latest coming from the Bernabeu as Mourinho looks set to return
Trophy for Arsenal, Heartbreak for West Ham & Tuchel's England Shocks
Gary and Alan break down a dramatic final day of the Premier League season.
West Ham tried their best to survive by beating Leeds 3-0, but it wasn't enough as Tottenham beat Everton to avoid relegation on the final day. So the Hammers are down for the first time in 14 years.
Arsenal finally got their hands on the trophy after 22 years, with a record 19 goals from corners and 19 clean sheets
QUIZ: Most Portuguese Appearances In The Premier League
Gary returns to the quizmaster’s chair as Alan and Micah go head-to-head once again, this time testing their knowledge on the Portuguese players with the most Premier League appearances.
After Micah’s dramatic comeback in their last showdown, can Alan bounce back and even the score, or will Micah continue his winning streak and take another W?
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ARSENAL: PREMIER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS
Arsenal are Premier League champions at last. After 22 years of waiting, Mikel Arteta’s side finally get over the line following Manchester City’s draw at Bournemouth. Gary and Alan break down how Arsenal ignored the pressure, silenced the doubters, and delivered when it mattered most.
The guys also react to the growing reports that Pep Guardiola could be set to leave Manchester City, discussin
Pep’s 20-Trophy Decade & Are West Ham Heading Down?
Manchester City beat Chelsea at Wembley to complete the domestic double, with Pep Guardiola claiming his 20th trophy at the club in just 10 years. Has Pep cemented himself as the greatest manager in Premier League history? And with fresh speculation surrounding his future, will he still be at the Etihad next season?
At the other end of the table, West Ham’s problems continue after a heavy defea
JAMIE VARDY: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
Gary sits down with Jamie Vardy to talk about Jamie's new show on Netflix: Untold UK: Jamie Vardy, and reflect on one of football’s most remarkable journeys. From being released by Sheffield Wednesday and working in a factory, to rising through the non-league system, joining Leicester City and becoming a Premier League champion, Jamie opens up about the highs, setbacks and defining moments that sh
Quiz: Most Expensive Premier League Exports
Alan Shearer hosts this week’s quiz as Gary and Micah battle it out over the 10 most expensive Premier League exports of all time. Can Gary Lineker finally dig deep and claim a rare victory, or is he destined to return to life as the permanent quizmaster? Meanwhile, Micah Richards enters with just one defeat to his name, but can he continue his dominant run and come out on top once again?
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Barcelona: La Liga Champions
Barcelona are crowned La Liga champions after defeating Real Madrid at the Camp Nou. How has Hansi Flick galvanised this exciting young Barcelona side, and just how far can this new generation go in the seasons ahead?
Meanwhile, the pressure is mounting on Real Madrid CF after one of the most disappointing campaigns in the club’s recent history. Reports of dressing-room unrest, including an all
Arsenal On The Brink: Drama In East London
Huge controversy at the London Stadium as Arsenal snatch a massive three points away to West Ham. The Hammers thought they had rescued a dramatic injury-time equaliser, only for VAR to rule it out after a lengthy review. Was it the correct decision, and could VAR ultimately decide the Premier League title race?
Meanwhile, Manchester City kept the pressure on with a win over Brentford to remain
Arsenal vs PSG: The Champions League Final Is Set
Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid to set up a Champions League Final clash with PSG. Mikel Arteta’s side overcame Diego Simeone and his men to reach their first final in 20 years, and having gone unbeaten throughout their European campaign so far, can they stop the most in-form team in Europe to finally lift the trophy?
PSG booked their place in Munich after seeing off Vincent Kompany’s side in styl
Quiz: Who Has The Most Assists In The Premier League
Big Meeks takes the hot seat as quizmaster for this week’s challenge: who has the most assists in Premier League history?
With Gary stepping up as his opponent, can Alan finally secure a quiz win, or will Gaz make it one from one? Two goalscorers trying to guess who has the most assists… What could go wrong?
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Real Madrid take the title race to the Clasico
Real Madrid's 2-0 victory at Espanyol means that the title race continues for at least another week and gives Barcelona the opportunity to win it in next week's Clasico in the Nou Camp. Gary and Alex look at an impressive performance from Vinicius Jr in the absence of Mbappe and an eye-catching assist from Jude Bellingham.
There's also a look at Barcelona's last gasp win at Osasuna with another
Man City Drop Points, Arsenal Edge Close To The Title
Manchester City sit five points behind Arsenal, and after Monday night’s draw with Everton, their fate is no longer in their own hands. Are Arsenal now on the brink of their first league title in over 20 years, and could they go even further by achieving immortality with a historic Premier League and Champions League double?
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Arsenal’s Resurgence, Spurs’ Reprieve & Marvellous Mainoo
Arsenal stretch their lead to six points at the top of the Premier League with one of their most complete performances of the season. Is this the momentum Mikel Arteta needs as his side push for both domestic and European glory?
At the other end, Spurs climb out of the relegation zone after a crucial win over Aston Villa. With Roberto De Zerbi making it two wins from two, belief is building, co
PSG vs Bayern: A Game For The Ages
Did we just witness one of the greatest football matches in recent memory as PSG edged Bayern 5–4? And after a season of cautious, passive Premier League football, how refreshing was it to see two elite sides go all-out attack?
In Madrid, Arsenal head back to the Emirates with a result, but was the game defined more by VAR controversy than football? Were Arsenal unlucky not to go into the secon
Quiz: Most Goals From Non-English Players In The Premier League
Alan and Micah go head-to-head once again in this week’s quiz. Will Alan’s Premier League experience and eye for goal give him the edge, or will Micah’s memories of trying to stop these stars prove the difference?
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Barca Edge Closer To Title Despite Yamal's Injury
Barcelona stretched their lead to 11 points after a 2-0 win over Getafe, with Marcus Rashford on the scoresheet again, but the joy was tempered by Lamine Yamal's season-ending hamstring injury.
Real Madrid's title hopes were effectively ended on Friday night as Héctor Bellerín's 94th-minute equaliser for Real Betis snatched a 1-1 draw, leaving them 11 points behind Barcelona with just 15 left t
Manchester City’s Treble Charge Is On
Manchester City staged another comeback, beating Southampton in the FA Cup semi-final to set up a showdown with Chelsea as they chase their second domestic trophy of the season. With silverware already in sight, the big question looms, are we witnessing the early signs of yet another City treble? And what is it about Guardiola’s side that makes them so relentless when it matters most?
Meanwhile
Leicester Relegated, Ownership Under Fire & Ronaldinho on Netflix
Football club ownership has come under intense scrutiny this season. From Manchester United’s staff cuts to Tottenham flirting with relegation, does failure always start at the top and trickle down?
Elsewhere, Leicester City have been relegated to League One just ten years after their remarkable Premier League triumph. The guys revisit the role of ownership and ask how much of the club’s declin
Liam Rosenior Sacked!
Was it a case of damned if he did, damned if he didn’t for Liam Rosenior at Chelsea? Did the problems start with the ownership, and was he ultimately doomed from the off? Or was he simply too inexperienced to manage a top-six Premier League dressing room?
Gary and Alan analyse the sacking of Liam Rosenior, looking at where things broke down and the deeper financial problems surrounding Chelsea.
Eden Hazard: The Moments That Made Them
Eden Hazard vs Mo Salah: Who’s the better footballer? Was Hazard the greatest dribbler the Premier League has ever seen? And should he have achieved more in his career?
We look back at the career of one of the Premier League’s most electrifying and easy-on-the-eye players. From dazzling defenders to dominating at his peak, Eden Hazard had it all… but did his laid-back approach ultimately hold h
Man City Down Arsenal: The Race Is On
Manchester City edge Arsenal at the Etihad to move within three points, with a game in hand. Mikel Arteta tweaked his tactics to be more on the front foot, but is it too little, too late? Pep Guardiola and City, on the other hand, now look to be in the driving seat, with a very real chance of securing another treble.
Elsewhere, the race for European football is tighter than ever, with just thre
Does The Champions League Put The Premier League To Shame?
We saw some thrilling football in the Champions League this week and it was mostly from Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, PSG and Barcelona so why do the English teams look so sluggish by comparison? Or does Arsenal's safe passage to the semi-finals and six-point lead at the top of the Premier League prove that Arteta's conservative approach is still paying off?
Liverpool are out of the Champions Lea
Cristiano Ronaldo: The Moments That Made Them
Is Cristiano Ronaldo the greatest player to ever grace the Premier League? How did he transform his game from a flashy, unpredictable winger into one of football’s most lethal number nines? And to what extent did his iconic rivalry with Lionel Messi drive him to reach unprecedented heights?
Gary, Alan & Micah look back at Cristiano Ronaldo’s short but unforgettable Premier League career. From h
More Boos At The Bernabéu - Real Madrid Fall Nine Points Behind Barca
Real Madrid were booed off at the Bernabéu on Friday night, and not for the first time this season, after they failed to beat Girona in a 1-1 draw. Gary and Alex look at what this latest setback means for Alvaro Arbeloa's chances of remaining in charge next season, and whether they have any hope of going to Munich and overturning the 2-1 deficit against Bayern.
Barcelona went nine points clear
What Mentality Do You Need To Win The Premier League?
After Arsenal’s setback against Bournemouth, there are questions about their mentality, what mindset do they need to carry them over the line in the Premier League title race? Should they embrace the pressure rather than shy away from it? Meanwhile, Manchester City’s experience in high-stakes run-ins could prove decisive. Having been there and done it before, does their winning know-how give them
Languid Liverpool, Olise On Fire & A Pivotal Week for Arsenal
PSG dismantled Liverpool at the Parc des Princes and were unlucky not to score even more. Did Arne Slot get it wrong with a back five, or are PSG simply on another level?
Elsewhere in Madrid, a brilliant performance from Michael Olise helped Bayern Munich take a crucial lead back to Munich. Another goal for Harry Kane brings his tally to 49 for the season, could he become the first English Ball
Harry Kane: The Moments That Made Them
Could Harry Kane return to the Premier League and break Alan’s all-time scoring record? Is he already England’s greatest-ever striker? And could he become the first England captain since Bobby Moore to lift the World Cup?
Gary, Alan and Micah take a look back at Harry Kane’s incredible journey—from his early loan spells to becoming England captain and one of the greatest goalscorers in Premier
Real Madrid Stunned In Mallorca As Barcelona Pull Away
Barcelona move seven points clear at the top of La Liga after coming from behind to beat Atlético Madrid. Marcus Rashford returned to the starting lineup following Raphinha’s injury and capped off an impressive display with a goal, if he maintains this form, is he a shoo-in for England’s left side this summer?
Real Madrid, meanwhile, suffered a shock defeat to relegation-threatened Mallorca. Wh
Arsenal Out, Haaland’s Brilliance & Liverpool’s Struggles
Arsenal’s FA Cup exit, coming just two weeks after their Carabao Cup disappointment, leaves their season at a crossroads. With two trophies already gone, could Mikel Arteta’s side really finish the campaign without silverware, and should there be growing concern at the Emirates?
Meanwhile, Manchester City delivered arguably their performance of the season in a statement win over Liverpool. Are
World Cup Quiz: Golden Boot Winners
Alan Shearer goes head-to-head with Micah Richards in our latest quiz challenge, putting their football knowledge to the test with a round on World Cup Golden Boot winners. Will Alan’s wealth of experience on the biggest stage give him the edge, or can Micah snatch another victory and get back to winning ways.
Beyond the quiz, the conversation turns to the international break. Are Thomas Tuchel
Frank Lampard: The Moments That Made Them
Was Frank Lampard the greatest goalscoring midfielder in Premier League history? Is he Chelsea’s greatest-ever player? And have we ever seen a spine quite like Cech, Terry, Lampard and Drogba?
Gary, Alan and Micah revisit the remarkable career of Frank Lampard, from a doubted teenager at West Ham to the driving force behind one of the Premier League’s most dominant sides, and ultimately Chelsea
World Cup Favourites, England’s Forward Problem & No Room For Bellingham?
Could there really be a world where Jude Bellingham doesn’t start for England at the World Cup this summer? With Thomas Tuchel favouring Morgan Rogers in the number 10 role so far, is Bellingham facing a place on the bench?
There are also big questions up front. Who steps in as backup to Harry Kane? Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Dominic Solanke were both given opportunities against Uruguay but fail
James Milner: Record Breaker
What was it really like playing under Jürgen Klopp during that era-defining rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester City? What kind of manager was he behind the scenes? How difficult was it to keep his place at Manchester City when big-money signings in his position arrived summer after summer? What were Alan Shearer and Micah Richards really like as teammates?
Gary is joined by the most cappe
Kevin De Bruyne: The Moments That Made Them
Would Kevin De Bruyne make the greatest ever Premier League XI? Was he Pep Guardiola’s most influential player at Manchester City? And despite all the praise, could he still be… underrated?
Gary Alan and Micah dive into the Premier League career of one of the game’s all time great creators. From being cast aside by Chelsea to returning as the heartbeat of a dominant Manchester City side, they e
Trent Benched But Makes Decisive Impact In Madrid Derby
Trent Alexander-Arnold was dropped for the Madrid derby after reportedly being late for training, but he came off the bench to assist Vinicius Jr's winner and go some way to again proving his doubters wrong just a few days after he wasn't named in Thomas Tuchel's 35-man England squad. Gary and Alex react to a brilliant game in the Bernabeu as Vini Jr's brace and another goal from Fede Valverde sec
Manchester City Win The Carabao Cup
Manchester City lay down a statement, dominating Arsenal to lift the Carabao Cup. With momentum now on their side, can the Citizens hunt down Arsenal and also snatch the Premier League title?
Mikel Arteta also finds himself under the spotlight. Should he have trusted his first-choice goalkeeper? Did his team selection, particularly at left back, cost Arsenal? And is this side too cautious when
English Trio Concede 28 Goals In Champions League Humbling
Newcastle went to the Nou Camp with realistic hopes of reaching the Champions League quarter-finals but in a game that was 2-2 until the stroke of half-time Barcelona went through the gears and ended up embarrassing the Toon Army 7-2 on the night. What did Hansi Flick do at the break to outwit Eddie Howe?
Elsewhere, Liverpool and Arsenal progressed with comfortable wins over Galatasaray and Le
Luis Suárez: The Moments That Made Them
Was Luis Suárez’s 2013/14 season the greatest individual Premier League campaign of all time, or does Liverpool falling short of the title hold him back?
Gary, Alan & Micah take a deep dive into Suárez at his unstoppable peak, while also confronting the controversies that shadowed his career, from the Branislav Ivanović biting incident to the allegations involving Patrice Evra. Do those moments
Arda Guler's 75-yard wonder strike
Real Madrid dismantled Elche 4-1 at the Bernabeu thanks in part to an astonishing Arda Guler strike from deep inside his own half, the win also saw another goal for Fede Valverde after his Champions League hat-trick last week.
Gary and Alex also look at whether Real might be moving away from the "Galacticos" mentality as five academy players were on the pitch, and impressed, at the Bernabeu.
Max Dowman Makes History As Arsenal Surge Clear
Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman has made history, becoming the youngest goalscorer in Premier League history at just 16 years and 73 days. His goal helped Arsenal move nine points clear of Manchester City. Is the title race already over?
Elsewhere, Manchester United take another big step toward UEFA Champions League qualification, with Bruno Fernandes adding two more assists to his tally. Is he th
Valverde Dominates, Premier League Disappoints & Pep’s Odd Choices
Why do Real Madrid always seem to come alive when the Champions League knockout stages arrive? A stunning Fede Valverde hat-trick leaves Manchester City with a mountain to climb at the Etihad. Did did Pep Guardiola get his tactics wrong on the night?
Elsewhere, not a single Premier League side takes a lead into the second leg. Is the relentless domestic schedule starting to catch up with Englis
Patrick Vieira: The Moments That Made Them
Patrick Vieira vs Roy Keane: Who was the better player, and what made their rivalry so iconic during the peak years of the Premier League? The guys also discuss the impact of French players on English football, did the French bring the biggest foreign influence to the Premier League, and how much of that legacy started with Vieira’s arrival at Arsenal under Arsène Wenger?
Plus, Micah shares bri
Valverde's Late Winner Keeps Madrid In The Title Race
Just when it looked like Real Madrid's week was going from bad to worse, Fede Valverde stepped up. His 94th-minute rocket at Celta Vigo snatched a dramatic 2-1 win, a vital response after back-to-back defeats that keeps the title race firmly alive.
Barcelona did what champions do, they found a way. A gritty 1-0 win at fortress San Mamés restores their four-point lead at the top. Lamine Yamal's
Port Vale Heroics, Magical Max & Arsenal’s Unfair Criticism
Bottom of League One side Port Vale stunned Sunderland to prove the magic of the FA Cup is still alive. It’s Port Vale’s first trip to the quarter-finals since 1954, and goalscorer Ben Waine, a lifelong Newcastle fan even pulled out Alan Shearer’s iconic celebration.
Elsewhere, Mansfield pushed Arsenal all the way at Field Mill. Sixteen year old wonderkid Max Dowman caught the eye with a brilli
Arsenal Pull Away, Wow Pedro & VAR Again!
The Premier League title race takes another dramatic twist as Arsenal move seven points clear at the top. After Manchester City drop points at home to Nottingham Forest, are Pep Guardiola’s side now too far behind to catch the Gunners?
There’s also plenty to discuss at Chelsea. Have they finally found their long-term number 9? João Pedro has been in sensational form under Liam Rosenior, but can
Wayne Rooney: The Moments That Made Them
Was Wayne Rooney the greatest teenage talent the Premier League has ever seen? Did his honesty and selfless style limit his own numbers? And where does he truly rank among England’s all-time greats?
Gary, Alan and Micah unpack the remarkable journey of Wayne Rooney, from that unforgettable breakthrough at Everton to rewriting the record books at Manchester United and becoming the all-time leadi
Historic Lamine Yamal Hat-Trick & Champions League Showdowns Revealed
Lamine Yamal became the youngest player this century to score a La Liga hat-trick as Barcelona thumped Villarreal 4-1 to move top of the table. We ask if this Barcelona side now have the momentum to push on.
The Champions League draw has served up blockbuster ties: Real Madrid face familiar foes Manchester City, Barcelona take on Newcastle United, and Atletico Madrid travel to Tottenham. A pote
Title Race Tension & The Premier League’s Falling Standards
Arsenal once again turn to their set-piece strength to edge past Chelsea and stay ahead of Manchester City in the title race. But with their forwards misfiring, can the Gunners really power their way to the Premier League title relying so heavily on dead-ball situations?
City, meanwhile, grind out a crucial win over promoted Leeds United to keep the pressure on. Could their big winter signings
A First For Newcastle, “VA F***ing R” & A Bonkers Night In The Champions League
Sixteen games. Sixty-two goals. Two breathless weeks of UEFA Champions League playoff drama.
Has Europe’s elite competition ever been this entertaining? And with the away-goals rule gone and a new format delivering chaos, comebacks and late drama... Is this proof that the changes are good for football?
On the other hand VAR is back under the spotlight too, after another hugely controversial
David Ginola: The Moments That Made Them
Few players embodied flair, freedom, and pure footballing romance quite like David Ginola. In this episode, we dive into his unforgettable Premier League career, a spell defined by outrageous skill, stunning goals, and a maverick spirit that lit up English football in the 1990s.
Curling screamers into the top corner, gliding past defenders, and playing with a freedom that won the hearts of fans
Shock Defeat For Real Madrid Hands Top Spot To Barcelona
Real Madrid missed the chance to go five points clear as they fell to a shock 2-1 defeat at Osasuna, their first league loss under Alvaro Arbeloa in six games. We look at an encouraging display from Trent Alexander-Arnold off the bench, Vinicius Jr's continued scoring run, and whether the defending champions can respond after surrendering top spot.
Barcelona took full advantage, returning to th
Gunners Fire Back, City Keep The Pressure On & Spurs on the Brink?
North London is red. Arsenal F.C. stormed the derby, overwhelming Tottenham Hotspur F.C. in a statement performance that reignites the title charge. The gap stretches back to five points, but with Manchester City F.C. still holding a game in hand, the pressure is far from over.
City responded in kind, dispatching Newcastle at the Etihad. If Pep’s side keep stacking wins, will the weight of expe
Title Race Blown Wide Open & A Dark Day In Lisbon
Arsenal made unwanted history this weekend, becoming the first side in Premier League history to surrender a two-goal lead against a team starting the day in the relegation zone. Wolves fought back from 2–0 down to claim a crucial point, a result that has thrown the title race wide open. With Manchester City now just five points behind, with a game in hand, the question has to be asked: do Arsenal
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When Dennis Bergkamp arrived at Arsenal in 1995, he didn’t just improve the team, he transformed it. Calm, cerebral and impossibly gifted, Bergkamp became the creative heartbeat of a club on the brink of greatness. From his incredible composure in front of goal to his gravity-defying touch and visionary passing, he redefined what artistry looked like in English football.
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