The Rest Is Football Liverpool’s Contract Conundrum, Dream 5-a-side Teams & Alan’s Surprise Presidential Campaign Appearance
Oct 9, 2024
The team tackles a tough question: if Liverpool could keep only two of their key stars, who would stay? They dive into what makes the ultimate 5-a-side dream team, featuring legendary players from all eras. In a humorous twist, there's discussion about Alan's unexpected cameo in a political TikTok. Plus, they explore Messi's mastery in the twilight of his career and reflect on the quirky fines in football, including some hilarious anecdotes about player discipline. Get ready for a lively mix of nostalgia and banter!
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Shearer's Song in Harris Ad
- Alan Shearer's "Pressure" song was used in Kamala Harris's campaign ad.
- Shearer didn't grant permission and was surprised to see it on TikTok.
Great Players and Great Clubs
- Great players often end up at great clubs, regardless of their initial team.
- Messi would likely have joined a top club like Barcelona or Real Madrid anyway.
Spying in Football
- Spying in football existed before drones, mainly through asking friends from other teams about their lineups.
- Gary Lineker recalls a spy incident during the 1990 World Cup with Cameroon.