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Oct 24, 2024 • 1h 3min

Arsenal Must Win & Relegation Talk Begins… | Stick To Football EP 54

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet.We are thrilled to welcome back Paul Scholes, who joins the show alongside Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Ian Wright and Jill Scott.  We kick things off with the team watching teasers for The Overlap on Tour, including Gary on an Olympic diving board and the guys visit a Turkish bath. The panel delve into Arsenal’s discipline this season and whether that could cost them? We’ll also look at Liverpool’s midfield, set pieces this season and set piece coaches becoming more prominent in the game. Plus, is Thomas Tuchel the best candidate for the England job? Are English coaches struggling to find an identity? What is England’s style?  Finally Super 6 is back and is the relegation battle getting more predictable? If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to let us know in the comments. And if you prefer to listen on the go, you can catch Stick To Football on all major podcast platforms.On the 28th November The Overlap is live on stage at the Aviva Studios to raise funds for the St Anne’s Hospice Build It Together Appeal. You can book your seat following the link below with all proceeds from the event going to St Ann’s Hospice Build It Together Appeal :https://newhospice.sah.org.uk/the-great-mancunian-ball/This episode is sponsored by Huel. Huel is a range of meals, snacks and drinks formulated by nutritionists and designed for your convenience. Join some of the world’s top performers and millions globally choosing Huel every day to shortcut their nutrition. 👉 Get £25 off the Taster Bundle. Unlock your offer here: https://www.huel.com/theoverlap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 17, 2024 • 1h 22min

Howard Webb: New Laws & Controversial Calls | Stick To Football EP 53

In this engaging conversation, Howard Webb, a world-renowned referee, shares his journey from officiating to his role at PGMOL. He reveals the challenges of modern refereeing, including dealing with player conduct and the pressures of VAR technology. The lively panel debates potential law changes, the idea of ex-players becoming refs, and whether VAR should be shelved. Howard also takes listeners behind the scenes of the dramatic 2010 World Cup Final, where he handed out 14 yellows and a red card, showcasing the high stakes of his pivotal role in the game.
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Oct 10, 2024 • 1h 7min

Could Roy Steady United? & Rooney Returns! | Stick To Football EP 52

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet. We are thrilled to welcome back Plymouth Argyle manager Wayne Rooney, who joins the show alongside Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Ian Wright, and Jill Scott. The discussion kicks off with a look at how Rooney is settling in at Plymouth, following three wins in their last six league matches as the Pilgrims push to climb the Skybet Championship table. We'll also dive into the latest developments at Manchester United, including the future of Erik ten Hag after a board meeting in London, as well as the ongoing case involving Manchester City and the Premier League. And finally, we wrap up the show by answering your community questions. If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to let us know in the comments. And if you prefer to listen on the go, you can catch Stick to Football on all major podcast platforms.We're thrilled to announce that The Overlap & Stick to Football has been shortlisted at The Football Content Awards in five categories!Your support means everything to us, follow this link to vote -https://footballcontentawards.com/voting/This episode is sponsored by Huel.Huel is a range of meals, snacks and drinks formulated by nutritionists and designed for your convenience. Join some of the world’s top performers and millions globally choosing Huel every day to shortcut their nutrition.Unlock your offer now at https://www.huel.com/theoverlapThis episode is sponsored by Allstate. Check Allstate first. Visit Allstate.com for a quote today. Savings vary. Terms apply. Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company & affiliates. Northbrook, IL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 3, 2024 • 1h 18min

Schmeichel: Wrestling with Roy Keane & Nearly Being Sacked by Sir Alex! | Stick To Football EP 51

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet. Our special guest is one of the best goalkeepers ever: Peter Schmeichel. The Great Dane is joined by hosts Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Jamie Carragher and Jill Scott.The 1999 treble winner reflects on his career before turning pro, including some early jobs in a textile factory which he believes helped him in football. Jamie shares how the legendary Danish 1992 Euro champion helped him experience the iconic Yellow Wall at Borussia Dortmund.Schmeichel shares a behind-the-scenes story - where he clashed with Sir Alex Ferguson in an Anfield dressing room! And Roy and Peter dive into their infamous fallout - and discuss their brawl. The panel debate who the best goalkeeper in the world is and Peter opens up about his close bond with his son, fellow goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel; reflecting on Leicester’s famous Premier League triumph and why he believes Celtic is currently the perfect club for Kasper. Lastly, don’t miss the post-show treat—Peter picks up the guitar for a sing-along session! If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to subscribe. This episode is sponsored by Huel. Huel is a range of meals, snacks and drinks formulated by nutritionists and designed for your convenience. Join some of the world’s top performers and millions globally choosing Huel every day to shortcut their nutrition. Unlock your offer now at https://www.huel.com/theoverlap This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/STF  and get on your way to being your best self. Don't forget to give The Overlap's football history podcast a listen! It Was What It Was dives into the game’s greatest characters, matches that changed football forever, and the stories behind the bribes, the bans, and the on-pitch battles. It's like going to football university!00:00 Behind the scenes 06:13 Promo07:03 Intro07:17 Peter and Jamie in Dortmund 13:35 Peter’s jobs before turning professional22:48 Signing for Bromby 25:04 Hero growing up 26:50 Playing handball in Denmark 35:29 Modern day goalkeeping 44:00 Joining Manchester United54:00 What made Peter Schmeichel the best goalkeeper?57:42 Peter Schmeichel arguing with Sir Alex Ferguson in the Anfield dressing room01:04:08 Roy Keane and Peter Schmeichel’s fight01:09:35 Who is the best Premier League keeper? 01:12:55 Watching Kasper Schmeichel01:19:56 End of show sing-a-long!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 2, 2024 • 57min

It Was What It Was: Carragher on Sacchi's Genius

We've got an extra treat for you this week!As well as Stick to Football - we’re also bringing you an episode from The Overlap’s football history podcast: It Was What It Was. If you want to know more about the game’s greatest characters, matches that changed football forever, and the stories behind the bribes, the bans, and the on-pitch battles - this is the podcast for you!Join two of the world’s best football journalists - Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper - at football university, and learn even more about the history of the game. In this episode, Jamie Carragher joins Jonathan and Rob to discuss one of his football idols, and the man who revolutionised football: Arrigo Sacchi.Give it a listen - we know you'll enjoy it! Please subscribe to It Was What It Was and become a student of the game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 26, 2024 • 1h 7min

Man City v Arsenal Fallout & The PL's Irreplaceable Players! | Stick to Football EP 50

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet. Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Ian Wright and Jill Scott kick-off the episode with the fallout from Manchester City’s 2-2 draw against Arsenal. The panel discuss how the Champions will cope without Rodri before delving into the Premier League’s greatest ever title winning players; including Arsenal’s Invincibles, Jose Mourinho’s Chelsea’s winners, Manchester United’s 2008 double champions and Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool’s victorious squad. Our pundits turn their attention to the ongoing situation at Newcastle United between head coach Eddie Howe and his relationship with their new sporting director Paul Mitchell.  Super 6 also returns to preview the weekends fixtures - including Manchester United v Tottenham Hotspur - and we answer your community questions, where Roy reveals his favourite ever band!  If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to let us know in the comments. And if you prefer to listen on the go, you can catch Stick to Football on all major podcast platforms. This episode is sponsored by Huel.Huel is a range of meals, snacks and drinks formulated by nutritionists and designed for your convenience. Join some of the world’s top performers and millions globally choosing Huel every day to shortcut their nutrition.Unlock your offer now at huel.com/theoverlapThis show is in association with LinkedIn. Visit LinkedIn.com/offer – to post your job for free. Terms and conditions apply.Chapters:00:00 Behind the scenes 04:00 Promo 04:45 Intro04:50 Dark Arts: Man City v Arsenal12:30 How bad were Arsenal?25:33 Rodri’s injury32:15 Who are the best Premier League title winning players38:34 Friction at Newcastle title winning players50:38 Super 6 01:00:00 Community Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 19, 2024 • 56min

Jamie Carragher: Everton Fan to Liverpool Legend! | Stick to Football EP 49

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet. In today's special guest episode, we have none other than our very own Jamie Carragher in the spotlight. Joining him are former England teammates Gary Neville and Paul Scholes, along with Roy Keane and Ian Wright, as the Liverpool legend reflects on his remarkable career, which saw him lift a Champions League trophy, two FA Cups, three League Cups, and a UEFA Cup. A true one-club man, Carragher— who ranks second in Liverpool's all-time appearance list with 737 games at the Anfield side —shares stories from his childhood as an Everton supporter, even recalling how he wore the Toffees' blue shirt to his academy training sessions. Carragher, who played under managers including Gérard Houllier, Rafa Benítez, and Fabio Capello, opens up about his limited time in the England setup and discusses how a Premier League title narrowly escaped him. Lastly he reveals his all-time Liverpool XI; do you agree with his choices? If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to let us know in the comments. And if you prefer to listen on the go, you can catch Stick to Football on all major podcast platforms.  Chaptering00:00 Behind the Scenes05:17 Promo06:08 Introduction06:40 Dealing with injuries10:55 Wearing Everton shirt in Liverpool academy 17:17 Making Liverpool debut24:55 playing under Gerard Houllier 34:07 Carragher’s time at Liverpool43:05 Not winning the Premier League with Liverpool47:50 Winning the 2005 Champions League55:00 Retiring at Liverpool58:23 Carragher’s All-Time Liverpool XI This episode is sponsored by Huel. Huel is a range of meals, snacks and drinks formulated by nutritionists and designed for your convenience. Join some of the world’s top performers and millions globally choosing Huel every day to shortcut their nutrition. Unlock your offer now at https://www.huel.com/theoverlap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 12, 2024 • 57min

England's Next Manager? & Why Scholes Quit! | Stick to Football EP 48

In this engaging discussion, Paul Scholes, a Manchester United legend, joins fellow football icons Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, and Ian Wright. The panel dives into Trent Alexander-Arnold’s impressive performances for England and debates potential candidates for the next national team manager. They also analyze the tactical evolution of midfield roles, share humorous anecdotes, and dissect the pressures of modern football management. Plus, predictions for the hotly anticipated North London derby bring even more excitement to the table!
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Sep 5, 2024 • 48min

United v Liverpool Fallout & Gary and Carra Clash Again! | Episode 47

Welcome to a very special episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet. In this episode out in Barcelona, Gary Neville is joined by Jamie Carragher, Ian Wright, and Roy Keane to analyse Manchester United’s loss to Liverpool at Old Trafford. They discuss Casemiro’s role within the team, playing out from the back, and Arne Slot’s tactics. Plus, we’ll react to Declan Rice’s red card, and the team answer your community questions. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 29, 2024 • 1h 12min

Evra: Bust-ups With Rooney & Having Gary As A Captain | Episode 46

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet. In this week’s special guest episode, we have ex-Manchester United, Juventus and France left-back Patrice Evra. Evra is joined by his former teammates Gary Neville and Wayne Rooney, along with Roy Keane and Ian Wright. Together, they delve into Evra's illustrious career at Old Trafford, where he cemented his legacy as a club legend under the guidance of Sir Alex Ferguson. In this episode, Evra offers an exclusive glimpse into the Manchester United dressing room during the transition from Ferguson to David Moyes and shares insights from his time at Juventus, comparing the two European giants.Evra reflects on his experiences in five Champions League finals—where he secured one victory and twice faced a formidable Barcelona side led by Lionel Messi. If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to let us know in the comments. And if you prefer to listen on the go, you can catch Stick to Football on all major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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