Welcome to The Overlap. The biggest names in football, politics, business and world sport share real stories, reflecting on their careers & vulnerabilities. Plus we’ll have The Fan Debate - with your club's biggest podcasters meeting rival fans to discuss the biggest stories in football. Follow to never miss an episode. YouTube: https://bit.ly/TheOverlap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Season 3 of Stick to Football has been our biggest and best yet. From unforgettable debates and hilarious stories to Show & Tell, Room 101, quizzes, bold opinions and plenty of chaos, here are the moments that defined an incredible season of Stick to Football. A huge thank you to everyone who watched, listened, commented and joined us throughout Season 3. Your support has made this another unforgettable year, and we can't wait to do it all again in Season 4. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's time to continue our series on England’s 1966 World Cup win. In part two, Rob Draper and Jonathan Wilson discuss press criticism, surprise call-ups, and the group stage injury to Jimmy Greaves that had such a huge impact on England's eventual triumph... If you want more, subscribe to It Was What It Was. Plus - if you want early access to the entire series - join our Patreon now. There's loads there - and a great community too! 00:00 England Written Off 01:48 Austria Defeat Fallout 04:17 Ramsey Rethinks Tactics 07:47 Greaves Under Scrutiny 10:24 Spain Reveals Wingless Plan 15:08 Poland Test and Peters Shock 20:43 Hiding the System 22:21 World Cup Opener Uruguay 25:49 Uruguay Stalemate Fallout 26:49 Meet J L Manning 28:58 Tactics Jargon Backlash 32:24 Mexico Magic Moment 33:15 Charlton Screamer Breakdown 36:18 France Win And Rotation 39:04 Stiles Controversy And FA Row 42:36 Greaves Injury Hurst Opportunity 44:50 Greaves Debate Luxury Player Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on The Overlap, Rob Draper and Jonathan Wilson begin a four-part series revisiting England’s 1966 World Cup win. Part one focuses on Sir Alf Ramsey’s background - and the conservative England setup he inherited, including the FA selection committee and a poor early World Cup record. We'll look at how a trip to Brazil in 1964 helped to change things for Ramsey - and we'll see the emergence of his core players - who would go on to become England legends. If you want more, subscribe to It Was What It Was. Plus - if you want early access to the entire series - join our Patreon now. There's loads there - and a great community too! 00:00 Meet Alf Ramsey 01:49 Ipswich Miracle Title 03:28 Ending Selection Committees 05:20 England World Cup Woes 06:50 Dour Yet Radical 09:23 Xenophobia And Origins 14:14 Was 1966 A Curse 17:28 Ramsey Playing Roots 20:36 Ipswich Tactical Experiments 24:38 Brutalism And Football 27:27 Brutalism Meets Football 31:21 Ramsey Blueprint Emerges 33:02 First Camp Shock Therapy 36:43 Early Results and Doubts 40:05 Brazil Trip Reality Check 40:43 Curfew Crackdown 46:16 Tactics Shift and New Spine 47:51 Jack Charlton and Stiles Debut 53:19 Foundations of 1966 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. In this special episode we are talking all things World Cup. Will Scotland finally get out of the group and what do our English fans make of Thomas Tuchel’s squad selection? Shay Given and Jamie Carragher are also joined by Jonathan Wilson, reliving some of his favourite World Cup moments, including Maradona’s 2 goals in 5 minutes in 1986! We start the show by discussing the price of tickets for fans, and how many fans are being outpriced for the tournament ahead. We then move on to Scotland. Their first World Cup since 1998, brothers from the band Skerryvore, Daniel and Martin Gillespie are hopeful on getting out of the group labelling Scott McTominay and John McGinn vital players. The episode then turns to the Three Lions. The debate is initially on Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad with big names being left out such as Adam Wharton and Trent Alexander- Arnold. We also discuss how England will set up, their chances of winning and will Tuchel favour Jude Bellingham for England’s first game against Croatia? Who will have a better tournament England or Scotland? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to subscribe! 00:00- Intro 08:17- World Cup Ticket Prices 23:32- Scotland Expectations 27:25- England Squad Reactions 32:20- Who Missed Out 39:42- Jude Bellingham 45:21- Ronaldo Messi Debate 46:54- Top Three Iconic Moments We loved having Daniel and Martin Gillespie on from Skerryvore, here is a link to their evening of entertainment on the 12th June 2026: https://www.noscotlandnoparty2026.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaASPyv1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafSjYg4SlqFJL-gBCGlYvLTesySuI3US1RNfTAFdWb7h76FEb3fXO44yoTuhg_aem_HEOWs6X3jlQxXDk0ZpLMzg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. In this episode, we review the dramatic end to the Premier League season, with major storylines at both ends of the table. Arsenal ended the campaign as Premier League champions but lost the Champions League final to PSG. How does Arsenal fan Matt view the season, and is this the start of a new era as Pep Guardiola leaves English football? Liverpool will have a new manager next season after Arne Slot’s departure. Carra shares his concerns as Andoni Iraola is in talks for the role, following Liverpool’s miss on Xabi Alonso, who will manage Chelsea. We also discuss Manchester United’s turbulent season with Adam and debate the biggest question in football: who had the greater Premier League reign, Sir Alex Ferguson or Pep Guardiola? Aston Villa and Crystal Palace celebrate European success, while West Ham face relegation for the first time since 2011. Who had the greater Premier League legacy: Sir Alex Ferguson or Pep Guardiola? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe! 00:00- Intro 03:23- Arsenal Final Heartbreak 19:43 Liverpool Sacking Slot 34:22 Iraola Style Concerns 37:41 Pep Leaves City 48:02 Pep Vs Fergie 01:00:43 Man United Midfield Rebuild 01:03:49 Villa Europa League Glory 01:15:49 Palace and Replacing Glasner 01:21:45 West Ham Relegation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to our first Overlap Champions Special, brought to you by Sky Bet. In this episode, Gary Neville and Ian Wright visit the Sobha Realty Training Centre, home of the newly crowned Premier League champions, Arsenal. Mikel Arteta joins the show alongside the Premier League trophy to reflect on his rebuild of Arsenal, taking the club from the infamous “banter era” to the top of English football. With a Champions League final still to come, can Arsenal complete a truly historic season? Co-Chair Josh Kroenke and CEO Richard Garlick also sit down with Gary and Wrighty to discuss the club’s rise, reveal the importance of signing Declan Rice and even surprise the pair with a gift of their own. Mikel Merino and Myles Lewis-Skelly then join the show to reflect on the highs and lows of the campaign, as well as sharing a few secrets from Arsenal’s title celebrations. Can Arsenal complete the double by winning the Champions League? 00:00 - Intro 01:37- Arteta Reflects on Winning 07:27 - Declan Rice Statement Signing 10:19 - Raya or Ramsdale Decision Explained 11:52 -Josh Kroenke 21:09 -Richard Garlick 31:05 - Mikel Merino 36:58 - Champions League Final 39:47 - Myles Lewis-Skelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode of My Best Coach with Andy Robertson is produced in partnership with Gillette. In this exclusive interview on The Overlap , Ian Wright sits down with Andy Robertson and former Scotland manager Gordon Strachan, one of the most influential figures in Robertson’s career. Having handed Robertson his Scotland debut, Strachan reflects on Andy’s early years and the determination that drove him from early rejection to becoming a two-time Premier League champion and Champions League winner with Liverpool. Robertson also opens up to Wrighty about his nine-year journey at Anfield, discussing Liverpool’s difficult season, how close he came to joining Spurs, and the relentless demands of playing under former manager Jürgen Klopp. The conversation also turns to the heartbreaking loss of close friend and teammate Diogo Jota. We explore Robertson’s rise to the top and how every setback helped shape the player and leader he is today. Finally, Andy discusses the pride of captaining Scotland, what it would mean to lead his country out at the 2026 World Cup, and his ambitions for the tournament ahead. 00:00 Intro 08:55 Liverpool this season and Diogo Jota Passing 15:59 Gordon Strachan 30:15 Dundee United Breakthrough 31:14 Hull Move and Scotland Debut 39:12 Liverpool Interest and Klopp Call 48:19 Trent Departure 50:07 Chasing City 01:02:45 Scotland World Cup Dream 01:07:14 AR26 and Giving Back Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of The Overlap Breakdown, Harrison sits down with one of football’s most exciting young coaches, Will Still. From his unconventional journey into coaching - to becoming the youngest manager in Europe’s top five leagues, Will shares the reality behind his rapid rise. He talks about the famous fines at Stade de Reims and responds to his “video game manager” label. Will reflects on his time at Southampton, opening up on the challenges of English football, what didn’t go to plan and whether he was given enough time. The conversation also explores life at the top level, including preparing to face PSG’s front three of Messi, Mbappé and Neymar, and working with young talents like Abdukodir Khusanov and Hugo Ekitike. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to a special episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. John "Fenners" Fendley, Wayne Rooney, Paul Mullin and Conor Coady sit down to discuss everything from the Sky Bet EFL season so far. We start off with Wayne Rooney discussing his experience in the Sky Bet Championship and challenges he faced. Frank Lampard's incredible season with Coventry resulted in a return to the Premier League, but will he stay? Kieran McKenna will be hoping for a better Premier League campaign with Ipswich after they secured promotion. It's remains to be seen whether they have learnt their lesson. There's a deeper dive into the look at how Lincoln City is ran after smashing the 100-point barrier. Bromley's rise up the Sky Bet EFL also continues. Leicester City and Sheffield Wednesday's nightmare seasons have finally come to an end, but where do they both go from here? 05:50 Rooney playing & coaching in Sky Bet Championship 11:30 Coventry City & Frank Lampard 19:54 Kieran McKenna gets Ipswich back to Premier League 23:18 Lincoln City 100 points 27:58 Cardiff City bounce back 36:10 The story of Bromley 39:30 Impact of set-pieces 56:30 Relegation talk 01:00:00 Sheffield Wednesday situation 01:02:23 Leicester City's relegation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to a special episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. This episode is all on the EFL season ahead of another round of the playoffs. John "Fenners" Fendley, Wayne Rooney, Paul Mullin and Conor Coady sit down with fans across the Championship, League One and League Two to look back at the season so far, and what is to come for those with it all still to play for. We start off with Millwall, who narrowly missed out on automatic promotion by one point! Is it a chance missed or are they optimistic heading into a semi final clash with Hull City? On the other side of the playoffs, Southampton had a brilliant end to the season under young manager Tonda Eckert, finishing 4th and looking ahead to a tie against Middlesbrough. How great has the rise of The Saints been following a disappointing start under Will Still and can they march on to the Premier League? We also catch up with Wrexham who have had yet again another fantastic season, as well as looking down the leagues with fans of Bolton, Salford and more! Who claims the third promotion spot in the Premier League? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe to never miss an episode! 0:00 - Intro 07:35 - Millwall in playoffs 13:15 - Southampton's midseason turnaround 24:17 - Middlesbrough play-off hopes - can they do it? 28:40 - Wrexham narrowly miss out on play-offs 36:50 - The new promotion structure in the Championship 43:35 - League one review 54:16 - League two review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. In this special episode, Paul Scholes welcomes Tottenham fan Flav to the sofa, as the fans quiz the former Manchester United midfielder on all things from his playing career to the game today. We touch on his favourite teammates and toughest opponents, to why England’s golden generation failed. Then with today’s game, is there a current player worthy of making a Premier League all-time XI? And is Bruno Fernandes on the same level as Kevin De Bruyne? Who are you taking? Bruno or De Bruyne? Let us know in the comments and dont forget to like and subscribe to never miss an episode! 00:00 - Intro 03:10 - Copilot Quiz 09:07 - Bruno Vs De Bruyne 17:25 - England Golden Generation 22:29 - Moyes’ Everton Verdict 26:21 - All Time XI Debate 31:27 - Too Many Games? 34:17 - Are United Still A Top Club 35:01 - Tottenham Manager What If… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode of My Best Coach with Harry Maguire is produced in partnership with Gillette. Ian Wright sits down with Harry Maguire and his dad, Alan, who played an instrumental role in his career. The Manchester United centre-back reveals what Michael Carrick is really like in the dressing room and the impact he has made this season. They look back on Harry’s journey from being coached by his dad to an £80 million move to one of the biggest clubs in world football, including whether the pressure of that transfer fee affected him. Harry Maguire also opens up on one of the toughest periods of his career, becoming the focus of online abuse that impacted both his dad and his family. Together, they discuss what happened behind the scenes and how he came through it. The conversation also covers Harry Maguire’s contact from José Mourinho, losing the Manchester United captaincy, signing a new deal, and his 2026 FIFA World Cup dreams. Discover the GilletteLabs Razor range: https://www.gillette.co.uk/c/gillettelabs/exfoliation/razors/ Discover the Gillette Fusion One Hybrid Trimmer: https://www.gillette.co.uk/p/fusion5-range/fusion-one-hybrid-trimmer-shaver-face-body/17681115/ 0:00: Intro 05:28: Harry Maguire x Ian Wright 10:15: What Michael Carrick is like 13:17: Maguire's Best Coach 20:12: Maguire's growth, how he views Yoro and Heaven 21:34: Maguire vs United in the FA Youth Cup 34:55: Dealing with relegation 36:41: Joining Leicester City 40:00: £80m transfer fee 41:37: Dealing with online hate 48:00: Being stripped of captaincy 52:04: Signing a new deal at United 53:42: World Cup hopes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to another episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. Gary Neville returns to the sofa alongside former Manchester United teammate Paul Scholes as they sit down with some of the biggest fan channels in the game. We start with the title race between Arsenal and Man City, which is going right down to the wire. With a tense end to the season approaching, how are Matt and Luke feeling, who do the fans want to win, and is this Mikel Arteta’s last chance to deliver silverware at the Emirates? Attention then turns to Manchester United and Spurs, who find themselves on very different paths. United are pushing for Champions League football under Michael Carrick, who has put himself firmly in the frame for the permanent job, while Spurs are dragged into a relegation battle. Chelsea are also facing uncertainty following Liam Rosenior’s departure. Who comes next at Stamford Bridge, and could former Blue Cesc Fabregas be in the running? We also hear from Liverpool, Everton and Nottingham Forest, who still have everything to play for as the Premier League season reaches its climax. Would you back Michael Carrick to take the United job permanently, or should the club look elsewhere? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode! 00:00- Intro 09:12- How Arsenal Can Still Win 21:00 Arteta Pressure and UCL Distraction 26:05 Microsoft Copilot Time Added On Quiz 29:03 Chelsea and Liam Rosenior 51:50 Tottenham Relegation Run In 01:04:45 Forest survival And Europa Focus 01:17:18 Will Carrick get the job full time? 01:28:18 Liverpool and slot’s future 01:40:09 VAR Ruining Celebrations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to The Overlap Breakdown with special guest Steve McClaren, assistant manager under Sir Alex Ferguson during Manchester United’s historic treble-winning season in 1999. In this episode, we dive deep into the tactical brilliance behind that iconic campaign, offering unique insight into how Ferguson’s methods delivered one of the greatest achievements in football history. McClaren also opens up about the immense pressures of managing the England national team, reflecting on the highs and challenges of leading on the international stage. We hear about Middlesbrough’s incredible run to the UEFA Cup final, McClaren's title-winning success with FC Twente, and his evolution as a coach across Europe. The episode also brings things up to date with McClaren’s recent return to Manchester United, working under Erik ten Hag. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from the Carabao Cup triumph over Newcastle United and breaks down standout tactical performances, including the FA Cup victory against Manchester City in 2024. Get an exclusive, in-depth look at elite coaching, leadership under pressure, and the tactical insights that have shaped decades of football at the highest level. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to another episode of Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet! This week, we’ve got the fans, as always, alongside Jamie Carragher and we’re joined by a goalkeeping legend, Shay Given! Shay answers fan questions on everything between the sticks. We dive into modern goalkeeping: can outfield pundits really judge a goalkeeper’s craft? Who’s the best keeper right now? And we even break down Arsenal’s set-piece tactics how do you defend them as a keeper? Strap in for an episode full of insight, banter, and top-tier football chat! 00:00- Intro 02:47- Playing Out Pressure 05:37- Risk Reward And Midfield Pass 10:24- Penalties Prep And Rooney 12:05- Positioning And Keeper Styles 14:25- Rafa Benitez Philosophy 25:50- Keeper Psychology And Blame 30:24- Organising The Defense 31:46- Near Post Myth Busting 33:34- Commentary Without Replays 35:07- Respecting Keeper Difficulty 36:38- Set Piece Dark Arts 38:27- Arsenal Corner Chaos Debate 42:40- Copilot Quiz 47:49- Keepers As Captains 51:12- Punching And Timing 01:02:31- Best Keeper Right Now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to another episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet. In this episode, former Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given joins Jamie Carragher on the sofa alongside some of the biggest fan channels in the country to talk all things football. We begin with the title race, which is heating up as we approach a blockbuster end to the Premier League season. Can Manchester City catch Arsenal, or will the Gunners finally get the job done? Attention then turns to the bottom of the table, with Spurs edging closer to the drop. The club have turned to Roberto De Zerbi to try and save their season, but can he turn things around? We also hear from West Ham and Aston Villa, who still have everything to play for. The Hammers remain in the relegation battle, while Villa continue their push for Champions League qualification. Liverpool and Manchester United are next under the spotlight. Where does Mo Salah rank among the Premier League’s all-time greats, and would a call from Luis Enrique be too good to turn down at Old Trafford? Looking ahead, the panel discuss the FA Cup and who could lift the trophy, before turning to Scotland as fans from Hearts, Celtic and Rangers join the debate with the SPL race going down to the wire. What is your club playing for as we reach the end of the season? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode! 00:00 - Intro 12:08 - Saka Criticism Debate 21:30 - Microsoft Copilot Time Added On Quiz 29:02 - Who Wins The Title 37:13 - Relegation Fight Reality 44:26 - Are Spurs Going Down? 46:20 - West Ham Relegation Fears 54:17 - Emery and PSR 01:04:53 - Salah All Time XI 01:08:52 - Given on Lammens 01:18:09 - FA Cup Quarter Final Predictions 01:19:59 - SPL Title Race Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Boxer Conor Benn sits down with Gary Neville for an exclusive interview, brought to you by Sky Bet. Conor opens up on life outside the ring, including his relationship with his father Nigel Benn, and speaks candidly about the challenges he has faced, from dealing with controversy to the impact on his mental health. Benn also explains his shock decision to sign a fight deal with Dana White’s Zuffa over Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom. Why did he make the move, and has he spoken to Hearn since? Conor reflects on the fights with Chris Eubank Jr. He talks about the difference between the two fights, whether they like each other and if there will be a trilogy fight. He puts his future firmly in focus, Conor discusses his ambitions of becoming a world champion. With Regis Prograis next up, he opens up on his love for the sport and the mindset driving him forward. 00:00 Intro 06:22 Dad Relationship and Discipline 10:04 Eubank Rivalry 36:49 Leaving Matchroom 44:34 One Fight Deal with Zuffa 50:37 Inside Camp and Sparring Stories 57:58 Injuries and Fight Safety 01:04:29 Fitness Data and Camp Tweaks 01:08:01 Strength Numbers and Risk Reward Will Conor Benn become a world champion? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Find the League of 72 here: https://www.youtube.com/@LeagueOf72 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kyle Walker sits down with Gary Neville for an exclusive interview, brought to you by Sky Bet. The conversation begins with Kyle’s journey in football, starting at Sheffield United before earning a move to Tottenham Hotspur, where he established himself as one of the Premier League’s top right-backs. Attention then turns to his time at Manchester City, where he enjoyed incredible success under Pep Guardiola during one of the most dominant eras in English football. From winning the Treble to securing four consecutive Premier League titles, Kyle reflects on what it was like working under Pep and the lessons he learned along the way. Kyle also discusses the current stage of his career at Burnley, sharing his thoughts on the challenges ahead, the fight for survival, and what the future might hold. To finish, Kyle takes on Gary’s Quickfire Questions, revealing his toughest opponent, reflecting on key moments in his career, and debating who should start for England at the next World Cup. And finally… Gary Neville or Kyle Walker at right-back, who are you picking? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode! 00:00 Intro 06:29 Tottenham Career 07:34 Joining City Under Pep 13:07 Pep Methods and Evolution 18:13 Treble Speech and Legacy 37:09 City Vs Arsenal Title Talk 38:13 Pep And Arteta Tactics 42:47 Quickfire Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this special exclusive interview brought to you by Sky Bet, Gary Neville sits down with Kyle Walker as he brings the curtain down on his international career with England. With an incredible 96 caps for the Three Lions, Walker reflects on the highs and lows of his England journey, from breaking into the national team to helping rebuild the squad after the disappointing defeat to Iceland at EURO 2016. Walker also played in some of England’s biggest matches in recent history, including two EURO finals against Italy and Spain. Looking back, would he change anything to help England finally get over the line? Is Kyle Walker the greatest English right back of all time? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode! 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - International Retirement, why now? 04:49 - England Career Reflections 07:46 - Bayern Interest under Tuchel 08:47 - How England Changed Since 2016 23:17 - World Cup Chances Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Manchester United legend and former Ajax goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar takes on Gary Neville’s Quickfire Questions, brought to you by Sky Bet. From his favourite film to thoughts on former Man United teammates and today’s top goalkeepers, Edwin gives us his honest takes. Zidane or Scholes, who are you picking? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode! Learn how to save a life in 15 minutes- https://www.bhf.org.uk/how-you-can-help/how-to-save-a-life/how-to-do-cpr/learn-cpr-in-15-minutes?&utm_campaign=revivrppc~24-115&utm_medium=ppc&utm_source=google&utm_content=adcopy&utm_term=Headline&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=15868423885&gbraid=0AAAAAD6mX57m4LLbytKD-lD_IzfSH8Dlk&gclid=CjwKCAiAncvMBhBEEiwA9GU_fkMPKeWYli5XH2qs_rUPReteoBKXEJZTDOej6I1o6D57xSqBOnImTxoCvEcQAvD_BwE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
