The Rest Is Football Caicedo’s Red Costs Chelsea, Slot’s Big Salah Call Pays Off & Paqueta’s Ridiculous Red Card
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Dec 1, 2025 The hosts dive into the chaos of Caicedo's red card, exploring VAR controversies surrounding it. They debate Chelsea's title chances while praising Reece James' tactical prowess. A surprising benching of Mo Salah leads to a discussion on Liverpool's new strategy. Lucas Paqueta’s foolish dissent gets critiqued alongside broader mental health conversations. Sunderland's thrilling comeback sparks hope, and the panel reflects on other key matches, showcasing the unpredictable drama of the Premier League.
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Gary's 65th Birthday Lunch
- Gary Lineker recounts celebrating his 65th birthday with a long lunch and fine wines.
- He jokes about not getting hangovers and being looked after during the celebrations.
Slow Motion Distorts Tackle Judgement
- Slow-motion replay can make fair tackles look worse and influence VAR toward harsher decisions.
- Gary Lineker argues slow frames distort reality and increase red cards compared to refereeing in real time.
Reece James Thrived In Midfield Role
- Reece James adapted from full-back to midfield and dominated Declan Rice tactically.
- Micah Richards praises James's composure, passing and defensive intelligence in the Chelsea v Arsenal match.