Stick to Football

This week on The Overlap we spoke to Bastian Schweinsteiger! We chatted about signing for Man United, football under Van Gaal, being kicked out the dressing room, being managed by Mourinho, his reams of retiring at Old Trafford and Bayern Munich Success!Listen to the full episode here; https://shows.acast.com/d2a98018-244b-4999-9a83-9c2b9d43a1e3/661f9898a0cf9a00173d98c2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A preview of our latest Exclusive Interview, brought to you by Sky Bet with Liverpool right-back, Trent Alexander-Arnold.We spoke about playing under Jurgen Klopp, what’s next for Liverpool, the 23/24 Premier League title race and more!Listen to the full episode here: https://shows.acast.com/d2a98018-244b-4999-9a83-9c2b9d43a1e3/661d47a47b8b610017222191We'll be back with more Stick to Football very soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet. On this week’s special guest episode we are delighted to be joined by American Football legend and Burnley co-owner JJ Watt.Watt announced his involvement with Burnley in 2023 and reveals his special connection with the town and football club, relationship with manager Vincent Kompany and his aims for the future at Turf Moor.Despite a struggling Premier League season following promotion from the Championship, the 6ft5 Wisconsin man reiterates his long-term ambitions and talks about the rise of American footballers investing in English football clubs.Regarded as one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history, a competition he and siblings Derek and TJ have made a lasting impact in, Watt offers a unique insight into the difference behind the scenes and structures between America’s and UK’s national sports.The 3x Defensive Player of the Year, who spent the majority of his career at Houston Texans before retiring at Arizona Cardinals, was the first player to make multiple 20+ sacks in multiple NFL seasons speaks and he explains how he used to eat up to 7500 calories a day as well as telling us who he thinks which footballers could make it in the American sport.Finally he talks about how his last NFL game coincided with his new-born son Koa’s first game and life after retirement which has seen him enter football club ownership. If you liked the episode don't forget to let us know in the comments and if you want to listen only you can catch Stick to Football on all major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet, and today our full-fit squad of Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Jill Scott, Roy Keane and Ian Wright are joined by Premier League legend Rio Ferdinand. Ahead of Manchester United v Liverpool on Sunday, the former Red Devils defender and club team-mates of Gary and Roy joins the show to talk about the rivalry and importance of the fixture, as well as current on-field issues at Old Trafford. Rio also recalls his special time at the club which seen him win 6 Premier League titles and a Champions League, including his breakthrough, national career, relationships with players past and present as well what life at Manchester United was like with Sir Alex Ferguson and after his retirement.  The team also talk about why they went in to punditry, giving unique insight into the industry and the changing world and influence of social media within the game. Lastly we return with our Super 6 predictions - find out whether Gary has gone further ahead in the standings or whether Roy has managed to claw back ground. If you liked the episode don't forget to let us know in the comments and if you want to listen only you can catch Stick to Football on all major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A preview of the latest episode of the Fan Debate, brought to you by SkyBet, with Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher alongside some of the biggest fan channels from across the country.This time it's the fans' turn to ask the questions, and we have a new voting system using our Fan Debate paddles.Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/sir-alex-or-pep-carragher-or-neville-pl-or-ucl-fans/id1568471572?i=1000651142309Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/7gLhX8kiuYMlSG4Vsam1Le?si=3a04a08c2dbe4e1dYouTube - https://youtu.be/_e7vOIiWY08Stick to Football returns this week so turn on notifications so you never miss and upload. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet. On this week’s special episode we are delighted to be joined by Premier League legend Les Ferdinand.Joined by former England team-mates Gary Neville and Ian Wright alongside Jill Scott and Roy Keane, ‘Sir Les’ kicks off the show talking about the competition for a starting spot in England’s stacked frontline in the 1990’s.Despite being called up to Euro 96 and the World Cup in 1998, Les didn’t play a single minute and reveals which one incident meant he never made an appearance at a major tournament.A legend for QPR, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur in his playing days with 149 Premier League goals, Les talks about his time as Spurs coach where he worked with record England goal scorer Harry Kane.The former QPR man also talks about his role as Sporting Director at the R’s and why he left the club after eight years in June 2023.Lastly Gary doesn’t let Les away without discussing the 1995/96 seasonthat seen Manchester United pip Newcastle United to the Premier League title.If you liked the episode don't forget to let us know in the comments and if you want to listen only you can catch Stick to Football on all major podcast platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by SkyBet, with Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Ian Wright and Jill Scott. With Jamie Carragher away we kick things off with Manchester United’s 4-3 win over Liverpool in a dramatic FA Cup quarter-finals. It’s the international break and the panel discuss Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo and his first-ever call-up for the England senior squad. Will Gareth Southgate replace Erik ten Hag in the Old Trafford dugout and do the international friendlies distract teams in the final stage of the domestic season? Finally, we end with Community Questions, will Nottingham Forest avoid the drop after their points deduction and what is the best sports documentary that hasn’t been made yet?Subscribe now so you never miss an upload. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Stick to Football taking a break this week, here is a preview of the latest Fan Debate episode, sponsored by Sky Bet, featuring Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher.With The Traitors star Harry Clark on board, we debate who the Premier League's biggest traitors are.Joined by Premier League fans from up and down the country, our team decides who ranks as the number one traitor as a player and manager in Premier League history, as well as discussing the best and worst-run clubs in the top flight.This is a preview of the latest episode hosted on The Overlap podcast channel, and you can tune in using the links below.Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/fans-clash-on-man-city-charges-football-traitors/id1568471572?i=1000649006798Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3rj0hQisEdYXRU7kY8l2CP?si=80b4ec7970b94ec9YouTube - https://youtu.be/obc8aYVqiqo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Fan Debate is back, brought to you by Sky Bet, featuring Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher alongside The Traitors star Harry Clark and some of the biggest fan channels in England.This is a preview of the latest episode hosted on The Overlap podcast channel, and you can tune in using the links below.Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/4HItQqiKieWAtqL1FNtfCG?si=d466b0bbe3b6413bApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-business-end-of-the-season-fan-debate-2024/id1568471572?i=1000648439670YouTube - https://youtu.be/Dw7gf2ZWfo4Stick to Football will be back very soon, so make sure to check out all the other episodes if you haven't already. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, the legendary former Manchester United player and manager, as he dishes on his time at the club. He reveals near misses in signing stars like Declan Rice and Erling Haaland. Hear his candid thoughts on managing Cristiano Ronaldo and the emotional toll of leadership. Solskjaer shares hilarious dressing room stories and the memorable win that sealed the Treble in 1999. Plus, enjoy a playful quiz between him and Roy Keane that tests their memory of epic matches. Football nostalgia and laughter guaranteed!