Rio Ferdinand Presents

Following the third positive weekend in a row for Michael Carrick as Manchester United manager, Rio is joined by Ste Howson and Joel Beya to analyse what’s different about the players and the performance.There’s discussion about the difference between Kobbie Mainoo and Adam Wharton following another impressive performance by the United academy graduate along with the reasons behind the improvement shown by Sesko and why there’s so much love from all his team mates.Bruno Fernandes has been one of the most consistent players in the Premier League over the last 6 seasons so Ste compares the level of credit the Portuguese midfielder gets compared to another player who performed well individually in a poorer team - Steven Gerrard.Rio also reveals why he feels Liam Rosenior is getting unfairly treated for the things he says to the media and why Arteta doesn’t really mean that he wants his players to play with more freedom and why Kai Havertz’s return from injury is a huge positive for Viktor Gyokeres. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fiery reactions to Manchester United’s recent wins and why Michael Carrick should be judged on his own approach, not past standards. Heated debate on Arsenal’s creativity, tactical rigidity and whether Bukayo Saka needs more freedom. Comparisons to past managers, youth prospects like Patrick Dorgu, and how dressing-room energy shapes results.

After Michael Carrick brought the “feel-good” factor back to Old Trafford with a victory over rivals Manchester City - Rio is joined by Ste Howson and Joel Beya to analyse what made such a positive difference.There’s a discussion about whether the comments made by Paul Scholes about Lisandro Martinez were “too personal” and why Roy Keane was so negative about Jonny Evans appointment. Tactically - Ste and Rio analyse why the players were so successful at preventing Pep Guardiola’s side from creating many chances and how Carrick was able to extract the best of Kobbie Mainoo, Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes.After many fans online started comparing the stats of Matheus Cunha and Bukayo Saka - the trio debate whether Saka needs to improve his output this season, why Oliver Glasner has fallen out with the Crystal Palace board and why Sadio Mane saved African football following the unprecedented scenes at the end of the AFCON final. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Asamoah Gyan sits down for a special episode of Rio Presents exploring how he became one of the highest paid players in the world and the pitfalls that come with money and fame in such quantities. Both Gyan and Rio are strident in their belief that AFCON should be treated in the same way as other major continental tournaments (Euros and Copa America) rather than being played during the European domestic football season. Gyan reveals how confidence helped build him into the most recognised face in Ghana along with the struggles he faces when dealing with that level of fame. He also reveals the pressure a letter from Nelson Mandela added to his Ghanaian team during the first World Cup to be held in Africa and discusses why players from the continent aren’t respected in the same way as their European or South American counterparts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside a turbulent time for Manchester United, the hosts dissect Michael Carrick's new role as interim manager and the urgent need to rebuild player confidence. They analyze the squad’s struggles against Brighton and debate tactical changes moving forward. Shea Lacey's promising performances offer a glimpse of hope, while discussions surrounding potential long-term managerial candidates heat up. Meanwhile, the inspiring journey of Isaac Buckley-Ricketts captures attention, showcasing the highs and lows of football.

As the dust is slowly settling following the departure of manager Ruben Amorim, Rio and Joel get together to look at the immediate future for everyone involved at Manchester United Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ruben Amorim has been SACKED by Manchester United! Join Rio Ferdinand, Joel Beya and Ste Howson as they react live to this huge breaking Man Utd news Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys get back together to analyse Arsenal’s season so far as well as looking ahead to what they could achieve come the end of the campaign.They analyse the biggest strengths of Mikel Arteta's side and pose the question about what the manager’s future looks like should he fail to win the league.Rio and Joel discuss the importance of Declan Rice for both club and country and Rio names him as the second most influential player in both the Premier League and in Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad.Joel and Rio make their predictions for the remainder of the season and there’s two areas that they earmark for improvement - specifically from Arteta - the inclusion of youth players and allowing players to play with more risk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rio and his co-hosts dive into Manchester United's mid-season performance, debating their rating and analyzing Ruben Amorim's coaching impact. They discuss Kobbie Mainoo's quest for game time, comparing him to Gerard Pique, while highlighting the underrated roles of Matthijs De Ligt and Senne Lammens in defense. The conversation covers predicted transfer needs for January and how Casemiro's return has bolstered the midfield. Expect engaging insights on player dynamics and key performance issues that could shape the remainder of the season.

After a busy week for Ruben Amorim following Kobbie Mainoo’s brother protesting about the lack of playing time and/or opportunities to move away from the club and a defeat at Aston Villa, Rio is joined by Ste and Joel to dissect those points and the title race.Rio admits Kobbie is doing himself “a disservice” if he isn’t getting onto the manager asking how he can get into the team and discusses with Ste whether there is a way back for the England midfielder at Old Trafford.Morgan Rogers had two game defining “world class moments” and after one of the trio admit they don’t see what the fuss is all about, Rio breaks down the goals and analyses who and what should have done better.There’s some advice for (and a defence of) Leny Yoro, admission that some of the current squad “aren’t good enough” to cope with the defensive demands at Manchester United and a warning for Bukayo Saka who said that Arsenal were “in control” of the title race as they spend Christmas at the top of the table. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.