The Rest Is Football
Goalhanger
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.For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.
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Jul 2, 2024 • 27min
Club v Country, Bellingham’s Brilliant Swagger & Golden Baldies
Delving into the challenges of switching between club and country football, the importance of ego in player performance, and ranking the top three bald players of all time. The hosts also talk about fighting bugs in the BBC studio and answer listener questions.
Jul 1, 2024 • 33min
Woeful England’s Great Escape
Gary, Alan, and Micah discuss England's near defeat against Slovakia, the need for tactical changes, and the potential spark from their dramatic turnaround. The podcast delves into England's flaws, player performances, and upcoming match strategies, highlighting the team's struggles and hopes for improvement in the tournament.
Jun 29, 2024 • 25min
Sparkling Switzerland, Efficient Germany & England Preview
The podcast discusses Switzerland's strong performance in Euro 2020, Germany's adaptability, and England's lineup choices. They also dive into VAR controversies in the Germany v Denmark game and critique the flawed handball law. Overall, the hosts provide insights on team strategies and performances in the tournament.
Jun 29, 2024 • 26min
England Must Now Make The Final: Round of 16 Preview & Predictions
An analysis of the round of 16 matches in the European Football Championship, including discussions on surprise potential, Kevin De Bruyne's impact, and predictions for the quarter-finals. Topics range from team strengths and weaknesses to humorous anecdotes about speaking Italian and taxi rides.
Jun 27, 2024 • 46min
Euro 2024 Group Stage Review: All 24 Teams
Analysis of Euro 2024 group stage performances, including standout players and team strengths. Debate on center forward types, praise for Switzerland and Scotland fans. Discussion on fan behavior, team performances, and penalty pressure. Evaluation of players and teams, focusing on Portugal's performance and Ronaldo's role. Highlight on Georgia's surprising victory and Golden Boot contenders in Euro 2024.
Jun 27, 2024 • 30min
Do Players Talk Tactics Amongst Themselves? The 24 Team Problem & Micah’s Fashion Faux Pas
Players discuss tactics at international camps, issues with 24-team format at Euros. Micah's fashion choices spark laughter. Dangers of live TV, Saka's role for England, and bird comparisons.
Jun 26, 2024 • 38min
England Top Group C, But Still Plenty Of Work To Do
England's struggles to score goals at Euro 2024 discussed. Analysis of underwhelming performance vs. Slovenia. Critique on player substitutions and tactical decisions. Highlight on team's lack of flair and strategies for upcoming opponents. Delve into missed chances, defensive strengths, and need for creativity in offensive tactics. Debate on Southgate's coaching decisions and managing high expectations for England team.
Jun 24, 2024 • 26min
England’s Starting XI v Slovenia, Drinks With The ITV Team & Micah’s All-Nighter
Who should England start with for their final group game against Slovenia? How much do the ITV and BBC pundits mix at an international tournament?Who did Micah bump into at the end of an all-nighter in Berlin?Alan and Micah answer your questions on all things Euro 2024. Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 24, 2024 • 24min
Scotland Crash Out & Gary And Alan Respond To Harry Kane’s Comments
Discussions include Scotland's penalty controversy, Harry Kane's response to media criticism, Euro 2024 headlines, and the worrying situation at Southend United. Gary and Alan also talk about analyzing player effort, media manipulation, tactical issues in football, and the crisis faced by the historic club.
Jun 22, 2024 • 25min
Alan’s Report From Frankfurt - Featuring A Fire Alarm, A Stag Do & A Gimp Suit
The podcast features Alan's lively trip to Frankfurt, including encounters with a stag party in gimp suits. It discusses England's performance, suggesting changes for improvement. The episode also includes humorous stories about a hotel fire alarm, interactions with West Ham fans, and positive feedback from a German journalist.
